May June Newsletter 2019
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Adults<br />
Instant Pot 101<br />
Main Library Meadows Community Rooms<br />
Thursday, <strong>May</strong> 2 • 1 − 2:30 pm<br />
Learn the basics for using an Instant Pot<br />
along with cooking tips and recipe ideas.<br />
Presenter: Andrea Pracht, My Kitchen Clatter. R<br />
Ornamental Concrete Block<br />
in Residential Architecture<br />
Main Library Elgin Room<br />
Monday, <strong>May</strong> 6 • 7 − 8 pm<br />
Explore the numerous Elgin buildings and<br />
homes that incorporate this decorative<br />
style. Presenter: Rebecca Hunter R<br />
Global Neighbors: Germany<br />
Main Library Meadows Community Rooms<br />
Tuesday, <strong>May</strong> 21 • 6:30 − 8 pm<br />
Enjoy a cultural dance performance by<br />
Edelweiss Chicago, samples of German<br />
treats from Herb's Bakery and experience<br />
Germany’s history and its connection to<br />
Elgin. Presenter: Sabine Woerner. R<br />
Elgin During D-Day<br />
Main Library Meadows Community Rooms<br />
Thursday, <strong>May</strong> 30 • 7 − 8:30 pm<br />
The impact of WWII and D-Day on Elgin<br />
citizens will be re-told through newspaper<br />
clippings and photos. Presenter: Jerry Turnquist,<br />
Elgin History Museum. R<br />
Grace Kelly<br />
Rakow Branch<br />
Wednesday, <strong>June</strong> 5 • 6:30 − 7:30 pm<br />
Award-winning actress Leslie Goddard<br />
will portray Grace Kelly, a woman who<br />
transformed from a Hollywood star to a<br />
real-life princess. R<br />
Selecting Trees and Shrubs<br />
Rakow Branch Shales Living Room<br />
Wednesday, <strong>June</strong> 19 • 6:30 − 7:30 pm<br />
Learn how to select the proper trees<br />
and shrubs to provide year-long beauty.<br />
Presenter: Bonnie Prokop, University of Illinois<br />
Extension Master Gardener. R<br />
Writer’s Corner<br />
Main Library<br />
Poetry Writers Workshop<br />
5/6, 6/3 • 6:30 − 8:30 pm • Grove Room<br />
Writers Critique Group<br />
5/20, 6/17 • 7 − 8:30 pm • Conference Room<br />
Writers on the Fox<br />
6/24 • 7 − 8:30 pm • Elgin Room<br />
Solarize Chicagoland<br />
Main Library Elgin Room<br />
Saturday, <strong>June</strong> 8 • 11 am − 1 pm<br />
Hear about Solarize Chicagoland—a<br />
grassroots program to make solar<br />
power more accessible and affordable<br />
throughout nearby communities.<br />
Sponsors: Citizen Utility Board & Midwest Renewable<br />
Energy Association.<br />
Crafts<br />
Mother's Day Card<br />
South Elgin Branch Hoffer Room<br />
Saturday, <strong>May</strong> 4 • 1 − 3 pm<br />
Supplies provided. R<br />
Sewing with Chris<br />
South Elgin Branch Hoffer Room<br />
Wednesdays • 10:30 am − 12:30 pm<br />
5/8 Table Runner R<br />
5/15 Reversible Purse R<br />
5/22 & 5/29 Dog-walking Bag R<br />
Kumihimo<br />
Rakow Branch<br />
Saturday, <strong>May</strong> 18 • 1 − 3 pm<br />
Create a unique Japanese-inspired<br />
braided bracelet. R<br />
Crochet Club<br />
Rakow Branch Shales Living Room<br />
Tuesdays, 5/21, 6/18 • 6:30 − 8 pm<br />
Get hooked on crocheting! Bring a<br />
project to work on. All skill levels welcome.<br />
Unique Earrings<br />
Rakow Branch Corridor West<br />
Saturday, <strong>June</strong> 8 • 1 − 3 pm<br />
Make earrings with classy beads and<br />
wire. Supplies provided. R<br />
Bracelets Galore -<br />
Wire Bracelets<br />
South Elgin Branch Hoffer Room<br />
Saturday, <strong>June</strong> 15 • 1 − 3 pm<br />
Supplies provided. R<br />
DIY Ink Coasters R<br />
Rakow Branch Shales Living Room<br />
Saturday, <strong>June</strong> 22 • 1 − 2 pm, 3 − 4 pm<br />
Mah Jongg for Beginners Series<br />
Rakow Branch<br />
Tuesdays in <strong>May</strong> • 1 − 3 pm<br />
Learn how to play this Rummy-like game<br />
in a small group setting. R<br />
Elgin Area Tabletop Group's<br />
Game Day<br />
All skill levels and ages.<br />
Main Library<br />
Saturdays • 1:30 − 5:30 pm<br />
5/18 Grove Room<br />
6/15 Meadows Community Room C<br />
Genealogy<br />
Genealogy Writers Group<br />
Main Library Conference Room<br />
Thursdays, 5/9, 6/13 • 6:30 − 8 pm<br />
Learn from others with a similar interest<br />
in writing their family histories.<br />
Elgin Genealogical Society<br />
Main Library Meadows Community Rooms AB<br />
5/7 9:30 − 11:30 am Creating Books<br />
from Genealogical Research<br />
5/16 7 − 8:30 pm Canadian Family<br />
History Research<br />
6/4 9:30 − 11:30 am Great Websites<br />
You Don't Know About<br />
6/20 7 − 8:30 pm<br />
How to Choose the Right<br />
Genealogical Software<br />
Demystifying the Estate Process<br />
Main Library Elgin Room<br />
Monday, <strong>May</strong> 20 • 7 − 8:30 pm<br />
Learn the questions to ask and the<br />
important issues to consider in the estate<br />
planning process including wills, trusts,<br />
health care decision making, insurance<br />
and financial planning. Co-presenters: Jeff<br />
Miller and Gretchen Spreitzer. R<br />
Automotive Tips for Drivers<br />
South Elgin Branch Parking Lot<br />
Wednesday, <strong>June</strong> 26 • 5:30 − 7 pm<br />
Learn basic skills such as how to change<br />
a tire, how to check your oil and more.<br />
Presenters: The Hjelm sisters from Wicked Wrench. R<br />
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R=Registration required • Three ways to register: Online at gailborden.info/register • Call 847-429-4597 • In person
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