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Story Programs Spring Programs March 13 – April 28 (registration begins February 27) Baby Rhyme Time Birth – 11 months with an adult Main Library Storyroom South Thursdays 6:15 pm Fridays 9:15 am Rakow Branch Shales Living Room Mondays 9:15 or 10 am Singing, clapping, simple stories and playtime at this half-hour program. R Wonderful Ones 12 – 23 months with an adult Main Library Mondays 6:15 pm Meadows Community Room C Tuesdays 9:15 am Meadows Community Room C Thursdays 9:30 am Story Room South Fridays 10 am Story Room South South Elgin Branch in Hoffer Room Tuesdays 3:30 pm Short stories, fingerplays, rhymes and more at this half-hour program. Terrific Twos 2 years with an adult Main Library Tuesdays 6:15 pm Storyroom South Thursdays 9:15, 10, 10:45 am Meadows Community Room C No program March 30. 20 minutes of stories, interactive fingerplays and more. R 1, 2, 3, Go! 1 – 3 years with an adult Main Library Meadows Community Rooms Wednesdays 10 am No program April 5. South Elgin Branch Hoffer Room Thursdays 10:15 am Families are invited to share stories, rhymes and musical activities together. Story Mix for 3 to 6 3 – 6 years Main Library Storyroom North Mondays 9:30 am or 3:30 pm Tuesdays 10 am or 7 pm Thursdays 10:15 am Rakow Branch Wednesdays 10:30 am South Elgin Branch Mondays 6 pm 30 minutes of stories, fingerplays and songs. As parents must remain in the building but do not need to attend class, this is the first “on my own” library experience for children. Family Jam All ages with an adult caregiver Main Library Storyrooms Mondays 6:30 pm Take a break as a family after your busy day with 30 minutes of movement, stories and fun! Spanish Family Storytime All ages* Main Library Storyrooms March 15 – April 26 Wednesdays 6:30 – 7 pm Families who speak or are learning Spanish can enjoy stories, crafts and songs together. This program is entirely in Spanish. Para una descripción en español, vea la página 14. ES Read to Rover Elementary age students Saturdays 10, 10:30, 11 or 11:30 am Main Library March 11 Rakow Branch April 8 Kids practice reading out loud to friendly, certified therapy dogs during a 20-minute session. R Teddy Bear Sleepover 3 – 8 years* Main Library Meadows Community Rooms Tuesday, March 7 Register for one: 11:30 am or 6:30 pm Children bring a stuffed animal (one that will not be missed) to a special storytime then leave it for a sleepover at the library. When children pick up their stuffed animal March 8 or 9, they will receive a picture that shows the library adventures their animal friend had. R Sensory Storytime Main Library Meadows Community Room C Wednesdays, March 15, 22, 29 6 – 6:30 pm Families can enjoy stories and music chosen for children ages 4 to 8 with developmental delays and sensory needs. Siblings are welcome. R Panera Milk & Cookie Storytime Preschoolers Panera Bread, 322 Randall Rd., South Elgin Tuesdays, March 7, 21, April 4, 18 9:30 – 10 am Enjoy stories read by a library staff member, followed by a milk and cookie snack compliments of Panera. R Stories at the Museum 3 – 6 years Stories at the Elgin Public Museum 225 Grand Blvd., Elgin Wednesday, March 8 6 – 7 pm Storytime by Ms. Madeleine followed by a special presentation on owls and local birds given by Education Coordinator Francesca Zomkowski. R Stories at the Elgin History Museum 360 Park St., Elgin Wednesday, April 12 6 – 7 pm Storytime by Ms. Madeleine followed by a special presentation on trains given by Museum Educator Sara Russell. 6 R =Registration required • Three ways to register: Online at gailborden.info/register • Call 847-429-4597 • In person
Middle School Zone Grades 6 - 8 Teens Grades 6 - 12 Volunteens Are you entering 7th or 8th grade? Want to help the library and earn volunteer hours? Visit the Youth Help Desk to sign up for Volunteens. Duct Tape + Paper Toys + You Wednesdays, March 15, April 19 7 – 8 pm Learn how to make duct tape wallets and roses, assemble paper toy models of your favorite characters and more. Studio 270 Grades 9 - 12 Teen Job Fair Main Library Wednesday, April 12 6:30 – 8 pm Looking for a summer job? Talk to local employers about available job openings and pick up tips to ace your application and interview. Teen Tech Week Celebrate and “Be the Source of Change” during Teen Tech Week March 5 – 11. DIY Vinyl Decals Main Library Studio 270 Monday, March 6 5 – 7 pm Create your own vinyl decals using our Silhouette Cameo machine. LED Light Jewelry Main Library Studio 270 Wednesday, March 8 4 – 5 pm Learn to use LED light and connective thread to make your own one-of-a-kind wearables. Open Mic Night Main Library Studio 270 Tuesday, March 18 7 – 8 pm We are looking for musicians, poets, comedians, storytellers and more to perform. ES = descripción en español Candy Science Main Library Grove Room (formerly South Elgin Room) Wednesday, March 22 7 – 8 pm Do you like candy? How about science? Let’s mix the two and see what happens! Participants will receive a candy goodie bag to take home—register to secure your spot. R Pizza and Books Main Library Studio 270 Tuesday, March 21 South Elgin Branch Thursday, April 20 5 – 6 pm 5:30 – 6:30 pm BlackLight Painting Main Library Studio 270 Monday, March 27 2 – 3 pm Create your own far-out paintings made incredible with blacklight. Spa Crafts South Elgin Branch Wednesday, March 29 5:30 – 6:30 pm Find some relaxation by making your own bath bombs and sugar scrubs. Blackout Poetry Main Library Studio 270 Monday, April 10 5 – 6 pm Celebrate National Poetry Month with your own blackout poetry. Experiment with making your own poems using existing books, newspapers and magazines. Cupcake Decorating Main Library Studio 270 Wednesday, April 19 5 – 7 pm Become a cupcake wizard by learning the basic tips and tricks of decorating. ACT and SAT Practice Take a full-length timed and graded ACT or SAT online practice test. For details, stop by the Information Desk or call 847-429-4680. Manga and Anime Club Main Library Grove Room (formerly South Elgin Room) Saturdays, March 25, April 22 2 – 3:30 pm Calling all fans of Attack on Titan, One-Punch Man and more! Watch anime, share fan art, and enjoy Japanese snacks while socializing with other otaku. Teen Writing and Art Showcase Art and writing submissions that meet the guidelines will be published online with selected entries published in a print booklet. Pick up an entry form at the Youth Help Desk, the Rakow Branch or online at www.gailborden.info/teenwriting. Digital Media Lab Main Library Studio 270 Teens can learn how to create and edit a professional audio recording, direct and edit a professional video, and become a Photoshop pro. Digital Media Lab Open House Tuesday, March 8 3 – 8 pm Audio Lab 6 – 8 pm Thursday, March 9 Vinyl to Digital Sampling Tuesday, March 14 Midi Production Monday, April 3 Logic Pro X Tutorial Video Lab 6 – 8 pm Thursday, March 23 Editing Music Videos Tuesday, March 28 Movie Trailers Thursday, April 13 Final Cut Pro Tutorial Photoshop 101 6 – 8 pm Thursday, April 20 CD Cover Art www.gailborden.info 7
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