September October Newsletter 2021

Gail Borden 

September-October 

2021 Newsletter 

Hispanic Heritage 

Month Celebration 

Latino Voices 

Facebook Live: gbpl.info/FBLV 

Saturday, October 2 • 1 – 2:30 pm 

Celebrate the history, traditions, culture and contributions of our Hispanic 

communities. We will have special guests, music and lots of fun. For other Hispanic 

Heritage Month activities, visit gailborden.info/hhm. In English and Spanish. 

Celebrate Local Hispanic Heritage Exhibit 

Main Library 

September 1 – October 15 

Did you know that, in 1940, the local Hispanic population was 59, increasing to 47,121 

in 2010? Discover the story of local Hispanics, who have brought rich diversity and 

cultural traditions to enhance our community. For more information about the 

exhibit, visit gailborden.info/HHMexhibit. 

José-Luis Orozco Celebrates Hispanic Heritage! R 

Virtual Via Zoom 

Saturday, September 25 • 2 pm 

Children and families are invited to join José-Luis Orozco for an energetic and 

interactive journey through Latin American culture with singing, dancing and more! 

Gail Borden Library 1-12 

Please stay tuned to 

the Library's website for 

ongoing updates and more. 

gbpl.info/covid. 

Por favor, manténgase 

atento al sitio web para 

recibir actualizaciones y más. 

gbpl.info/covid. 

City of Elgin A-D 

City of Elgin section is 

included only in newsletters 

delivered to Elgin residents. 

Rake-O Family Fall Fest 

Rakow Branch 

Saturday, September 18 • 1 – 4 pm 

Celebrate an afternoon of fall fun with pumpkins, 

scarecrows and games. 

Community Job Fair 2021 

Main Library 2nd Floor 

Wednesday, September 22 • 3 – 6 pm 

Talk to local employers about available job 

openings. Network with others and learn of 

potential opportunities. Bring your resume. 

gailborden.info/jobfair 

Elgin Area Pandemic Assistance 

Need help with vaccine sign-up, rental, food, utility 

needs and more? 

224-765-7370 or elginareaPAT@gmail.com 

gailborden.info/covidhelp 

Foundation Corner 

Foundation Book Sale 

Main Library 

September 15 – 19 

www.gailborden.info/booksale 

Preview Night ($10 admission) 

Wednesday 5 – 8:30 pm 

Regular Sale (free admission) 

Thursday 

9 am – 8 pm 

Friday & Saturday 9 am – 5 pm 

Sunday 

Noon – 4 pm 

Thousands of items for all ages will 

be for sale including cookbooks, 

new fiction, large print, DVDs and 

more. Most items will be priced 

at $1 or $2. Proceeds 

help fund exciting 

exhibits like Dinosaur 

Giants and Discover 

Space, and other 

reading initiatives 

for the Library 

community. Have 

fun and meet 

new friends by 

volunteering at 

the book sale. 

Email Laura at 

booksale@ 

gailborden.info. 

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The Gail Borden Public Library District Newsletter | Published Bi-Monthly ISSUE NO. 2021-05 | September 1, 2021

Families 

Mexican Independence Day 

Celebration 


Saturday, September 11 • 1 – 2:30 pm 

Celebrate the Anniversary of the 

Independence of Mexico! In association with 

the Mexican Organization of Elgin (OME). 

Family Friday R 

9/24 10 am My Little Pony Party 

Virtual via Zoom 9/13-9/24. 

9/24 2 pm Dinosaurs Rock! 

Virtual via Zoom 9/13-9/24. 

9/24 2 pm Dinosaurs Rock! 

Main Library Meadows 

Community Rooms 

Family Book Club: 

Fall is a HOOT! R 

Main Library 

Thursday, September 30 

Download the Fall Family Book Club 

Activity Guide from our website or pick 

up a kit to enjoy fun activities with your 

family at home. 9/20-9/30. 

Halloween Hullabaloo 

10/22 10 am Main Library Meadows 

Community Rooms R 

10/28 6:30 pm Virtual via Zoom R 

This Halloween party will include stories, 

crafts and more. 

Halloween Dance Party R 

Main Library Meadows Community Rooms 

10/26 • 10 am 

10/27 • 6 pm 

Best for ages 2-6. Wear your costume for 

a monstrously fun time with music, stories 

and dancing. 

Storytimes 

Welcome Baby! R 

Main Library Story Room South 

Saturdays, 9/11, 10/9 • 10 am 

Bring baby to this mini session designed 

especially for babies up to one year old 

and their caregivers. 

Baby Storytime R 

Best for pre-walkers. Join us for singing, 

clapping, and simple stories at this 

½-hour program. 

Main Library Story Room South 

Tuesdays, 9/7 – 10/12 • 9:30 am 

Mondays, 9/13 – 10/11 • 6:15 pm 

Virtual via Zoom 

Tuesdays, 9/7 – 10/12 • 10:15 am 

Toddler Storytime w/Miss Sara 


Wednesdays, 9/8 – 10/13• 9:15 am 

Ages 0-2. This virtual storytime includes 

songs, stories and fingerplays. 

Toddler Storytime R 

Main Library 

Wednesdays, 9/8 – 10/13 • 10 am 

Thursdays, 9/9 – 10/14 • 6:30 pm 

Ages 1-2. This storytime includes songs, 

stories and fingerplays. 

South Elgin Branch Storytime R 

South Elgin Branch 

Mondays, 9/6 – 10/25 • 6 pm 

Preschoolers ages 3-6. Join us for 30 

minutes of stories, rhymes and songs. One 

adult per child. 

Mini Rakow Rangers 

Preschool Storytime R 


Wednesdays, 9/8 – 10/27 

10 am & 10:45 am 

Preschoolers ages 3-6. Join us for 30 

minutes of stories, rhymes and songs. One 

caregiver per child or family group. 

Preschool Storytime 

Ages 3-6. Calling all preschoolers for 

stories, songs and rhymes. 

Main Library Story Room South R 

Wednesdays, 9/8 – 10/13 • 6:30 pm 

Thursdays, 9/9 – 10/14 • 10:30 am 


Thursdays, 9/9 – 10/14 • 9:30 am 

Preschool Storytime w/Miss Katie 


Mondays, 9/13 – 10/11 • 10 am 

Ages 3-6. Join us for stories, songs and 

rhymes in this virtual storytime. 

Preschool Puppeteers R 


Fridays • 10 – 10:30 am 

9/17 Kitten’s First Full Moon 9/7-9/17. 

10/29 Ghost in the House 10/18-10/29. 

Best for ages 3-6 with an adult caregiver. 

Join us for puppet making and a story! 

Participants will make a puppet together, 

then act out the story. 

Spanish Family Storytime 

with Grisel ES 

30 minutes of stories, music, rhymes, 

crafts and fun for the whole family! 

Main Library R 

Wednesdays, 9/8 – 11/13 • 4 pm 


Mondays, 9/13 – 10/11 • 7 pm 

= Pick up kit at Main Library = Pick up kit at Rakow Branch = Pick up kit at South Elgin Branch 

2 R=Registration required • Three ways to register: Online at gailborden.info/register • Call 847-429-4597 • In person

Kids 

Kids Explore for K-5 R 

Thursdays 

4 pm Virtual via Zoom 

9/2 Jumping Jellyfish! 8/23-8/29. 

9/9 Pirates, Ahoy! 8/30-9/5. 

9/16 Kevin Winters CLOUD BUSTER 

9/6-9/12. 

10/7 Yayoi Kusama 9/27-10/3. 

10/14 Fabulous Frida! 10/4-10/10. 

10/21 Posada and Calaveras 10/11-10/17. 

5 pm Main Library Sally Lee Room 

9/2 Jumping Jellyfish! 

9/9 Pirates, Ahoy! 

9/16 Kevin Winters CLOUD BUSTER 

10/7 Yayoi Kusama 

10/14 Fabulous Frida! 

10/21 Posada and Calaveras 

Creativity Corner for K-5 R 

Tuesdays & Thursdays 

9/14 4 pm International Dot Day! S1 


8/30- 9/5. 

9/14 5 pm International Dot Day! S2 


8/30-9/5. 

9/28 4:30 pm Clay Leaf Bowl 

Rakow Branch 

9/30 4:30 pm International Dot Day! 


10/12 4 & 5 pm Leaf Pattern Resist Art 


10/4-10/10. 

10/26 4:30 pm Fall Shadow Box 

Rakow Branch 

10/28 4:30 pm Haunted House Painting 


Chess Club 

South Elgin Branch Hoffer Meeting Room 

Thursdays • 4 – 5 pm 

All levels and skills welcome! Watch others 

play to gain experience or show off your 

chess prowess. 

Baking for Kids: No-Bake 

Apple Cheesecake with 

Miss Jen 


Thursday, September 23 • 4 pm 

Join Miss Jen on Facebook Live to learn 

how to make a no-bake treat that 

features fall’s favorite fruit! As the treats 

bake, we will read stories. 

Read to Rover R 

Rakow Branch 

Sundays, 9/19, 10/17 

2 pm, 2:15 pm, 2:30 pm, 2:45 pm, 3 pm, 

3:15 pm 


Saturdays, 9/25, 10/23 

11 am, 11:15 am, 11:30 am, 11:45 am 

Sharpen your reading skills by reading to 

our volunteer dog listener, Trucker. 

Book Party: Desmond Cole- 

Ghost Patrol R 


Thursday, October 28 • 5 pm 

We’re having a book party and you’re 

invited! Meet scaredy-cat Andres, who 

moves in next door to Desmond Cole, a 

ghost hunter. We’ll read and discuss part 

of the book and make a spooky craft. 

10/18-10/24. 

Science • Technology • Engineering • Arts • Math 

STEAM for Grades K-5 R 

Mondays & Tuesdays 

9/7 4 & 5 pm Bats and Echolocation 


8/30-9/5. 

9/13 4 pm Seaworthy or Shipwreck? 


9/6 -9/12. 

9/13 5 pm Seaworthy or Shipwreck? 

Main Library Sally Lee Room 

9/20 4 pm Video Games: Art or Science? 


9/13- 9/19. 

9/20 5 pm Video Games: Art or Science? 


9/21 4:30 pm Spider Parachutes 

Rakow Branch 

10/4 4 pm Frankenstein’s Workshop 


9/27-10/3. 

10/4 5 pm Frankenstein’s Workshop 


10/5 4 & 5 pm Room on the Broom 


9/27-10/3. 

10/11 4 pm STEAM at the Crime Scene 


10/4-10/10. 

10/11 5 pm STEAM at the Crime Scene 


10/18 4 pm The Chemistry of Potions 


10/11-10/17. 

10/18 5 pm The Chemistry of Potions 


10/19 4:30 pm Balloon Tower Challenge 


Coding in 3D R 


Fridays • 1 pm 

Grades 3+ 

9/24 Pumpkin Project 

10/22 Build an Ornament 

Coding Club R 


Mondays • 4 pm 

Grades 2+ 

9/27 Coding Art 

10/25 Puppy Adventure 

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Youth & Teens 

Grades K-8 

Writing Club R 


Wednesdays • 6 pm 

9/1 Pirates! 

10/6 Frankenstories 

10/13 Pumpkin Poetry 

10/20 Villain’s Ball 

10/27 Survive the Zombie Apocalypse 

Grades 6-8 

Volunteens R 

Main Library 

Tuesdays, 9/7 – 10/26 • 6 pm 

Help out your library and your community. 

One application per person. 

DIY Paper Flowers R 


Wednesday, 

September 15 • 6 pm 

Learn how to make 

beautiful paper flowers 

to keep or share with 

friends and family! 

DIY Five Nights at 

Freddy’s Crafts R 


Tuesday, October 26 • 4:30 pm 

Assemble frightening Five Nights at 

Freddy’s crafts using the supplies in this 

kit! 10/19 – 10/26. 

Studio 

270 

Studio 270 Digital Media Lab 

Open House 

Main Library 

Wednesday, September 1 • 4 – 5 pm 

Take a tour of the studio’s digital media 

lab, where you can create and edit audio, 

video, photos and more! 

Studio 270 Grand Re-Opening 

Main Library 

Tuesday, September 28 • 5 – 8 pm 

Join us to celebrate the reopening of 

Studio 270 with treats and music. 

Grades 6-12 

Teen Writing and 

Art Showcase 

Get your creative work 

published! Email your piece 

to zone@gailborden.info 

or visit gailborden.info/ 

teenwriting for details. 

Manga and Anime Club R 


Saturday, September 11 • 2 pm 

Calling all fans of Attack on Titan, My Hero 

Academia, and more! Watch anime, share 

fan art, and try an anime-themed craft. 

Grades 9-12 

Audio Recording 101: 

Logic Pro X Basics 

Wednesdays, 9/8, 9/22 • 4 pm 

Juvenile Justice Jeopardy R 


Do you know your rights? Test your 

knowledge, have a snack and win a prize. 

Snacks and Books 


Teen Advisory Board 

Thursdays, 9/30, 10/28 • 4 pm 

Creating Movie Trailers – 

Foley Art 

Wednesday, October 6 • 4 pm 

Halloween Art Using 

Canva.com 


DIY Buttons and Magnets 


Job Hunting 

Teen Resume Workshop R 

Main Library Grove Room 

Wednesday, September 15 • 5 pm 

Learn how to write your first resume. 

Teen Job Hunting R 


Tuesday, October 26 • 5 pm 

Learn how to apply, interview and land 

your first job. 

K-Pop Afternoon R 


Saturday, October 9 • 2 pm 

Are you a fan of BTS, NCT, 

Blackpink or other K-pop groups? Come 

sing along to your favorite K-pop songs, 

practice your dance moves and make 

crafts. 

Elgin Teen Life: Teen Scream 

Horror Film Fest 



Join us for scary movies, Halloween crafts, 

treats, a screaming contest, and more. 

Programs are held in Studio 270 at the Main Library 

unless otherwise noted. 

Road to College 

Debunking the Myths of the 

College Application Process 

Main Library Elgin Room 

Tuesday, September 7 • 6:30 pm 

Doug and Dan from Elgin Academy will 

discuss grades, standardized test scores, 

affordability and other issues. 

The College 

Application Process R 



Juniors and seniors will learn the college 

application process. 

Presenter: Illinois Student Assistance Commission. 

How to Complete the 

Applications and 

Write a Great Essay 



Learn how to complete the college 

application step by step as well as tips 

and techniques for writing an essay 

that will impress college admissions 

representatives. 

Financial Aid Application 

Completion Workshop 


Thursday, October 21 • 6 pm 

Get questions answered to complete 

either the Free Application for Federal 

Student Aid (FAFSA) or the Alternative 

Application for Illinois Financial Aid. 

Presenter: Illinois Student Assistance Commission. 

= Pick up kit at Main Library = Pick up kit at Rakow Branch 


Technology 

Classes are held in the Main Library 

Computer Training Room unless 

otherwise noted. 

R - Register online, by phone or in 

person beginning August 16. Registering 

for the first class in a designated series 

enrolls you in all required sessions. 

All other classes require separate 

registration. If you cannot attend a 

session, please cancel your registration. 

Visit gailborden.info/learn or contact 

the Computer Center at 847-429-4680 

for more information. 

Microsoft 

MS Excel 


9/20 Basics R 

9/27 Charts & Graphs R 

10/4 Formulas & Functions R 

10/11 Working with Tables R 

10/18 Advanced Topics R 

MS Word 

Tuesdays • 7 pm 

9/7 Basics R 

9/14 Formatting Documents R 

9/21 Editing Tools R 

9/28 Tables & Images R 

MS Access Series R 

Tuesdays, October 5 – 26 • 7 pm 

Learn how to create a database, sort 

and filter via tables, create queries and 

make forms in this series. 

Device Advice 

Thursdays 

Need help figuring out how to use your 

tablet, smartphone or other device? Bring 

your questions and your device to the 

library for some 1:1 help. 

Main Library 9/9, 10/14 • 9:30 am 

Rakow Branch 9/2, 9/16, 10/7, 10/21 

9:30 am 

South Elgin Branch 9/23, 10/28 • 10 am 

Open Source Software: 

Cloud Storage R 


Learn about the advantages and 

disadvantages of choosing an 

open-source cloud storage and file 

sharing solution compared to Big Tech 

like Amazon or Google. 

All Things Apple 

Tuesdays, 9/7, 10/5 • 7 pm 

Looking for the ultimate user manual for 

all things Apple? Join us in person with 

your Apple device to learn, share and help 

one another. 

Resume Essentials R 

Wednesday, 9/8 • 7 pm 

Friday, 10/8 • 10 am 

Learn how to create a basic functional 

or chronological resume and format it 

to best sell your skills and experience to 

potential employers. 

Cybersecurity Basics R 


Learn about common viruses, email 

and internet safety, firewalls, and other 

security topics. 

Computers 101 Series R 

Fridays, September 10 – 24 • 11 am 

New to computers or need a refresher 

on how to get started? Learn how to use 

the mouse and keyboard, pick up basic 

computer skills, and browse the Internet 

in this series. 

QuickBooks Online Series R 

Wednesdays, 9/15 – 10/13 • 7 pm 

Learn how QuickBooks Online accounting 

software allows users to manage 

their company finances via services 

and products, customers, vendors, 

and reports. 

WordPress Series R 

Thursdays, October 7 – 21 • 7 pm 

Learn how Wordpress.com allows users to 

create, design and add function to your 

own website in this three-part series. 

Coding Series R 

Saturdays, October 9 – 23 • 10 am 

Learn how to start coding with the 

programming languages HTML and CSS in 

this three-part series. 

Build and Program Robots R 


Wednesdays, October 13 – 27 

5:30 pm 

This is a three-part class where students 

will build and learn to program their 

robots to do different tasks. This class is 

open to third grade through adults. 


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Adults 

“I’m Freezing! 

Hope You Are Too!” R 


Saturday, September 11 • 11 am 

Learn how to save money on groceries by 

freezing and dehydrating foods. Presenter: 

The Just Food Initiative of the Fox Valley. 

Old-Time Radio and the Great 

American Songbook R 


Monday, September 13 • 7 pm 

Steve Darnall will discuss how radio 

helped give birth to the “Great American 

Songbook” by offering songs and singers a 

unique opportunity to present their songs 

to a national audience. 

Climate Solutions 101 R 


Thursdays, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7 

6:30 pm 

Join Sandy Kaptain and Robin Migalla of 

Elgin Green Groups 350 for a four-part 

series to show our challenges to climate 

change and solutions. Short videos will be 

shown followed by a panel discussion. 

AARP Smart Driver Course R 


Tuesday, September 21 & Wednesday, 

September 22 • 10 am 

This two-day class will explore how senior 

adults 55+ can continue their driving 

experiences safely. Cost is $20 for AARP 

members and $25 for non-members 

(required first day of class). Participants 

will be eligible for a discount on auto 

insurance after completion of the class 

and must attend both classes. 

The Rainwater in Your Yard— 

What Should You Know? R 

Main Library Meadows Community Rooms & 



Learn practical ways to make rainwater 

your friend. Presenter: Jessica Mino, Kane and 

Kendall County Program Director for The Conservation 

Foundation. 

Music 

Sunday Afternoon 

Concerts 


2 - 3 pm 

Chicago Samba R 

September 12 

Enjoy authentic Brazilian music 

performed by Chicago Samba such as 

bossa nova, instrumental and jazz. 

Woodwind Trio R 

October 24 

Enjoy music performed by The 

Woodwind Trio featuring Scott Metlicka, 

flute, Patrick Rehker, clarinet, and 

Joshua Fleming, bassoon. 

Lawyer in the Library 


Thursdays, September 23, October 28 

6 pm 

Volunteer attorneys will provide legal 

coaching, document review and referrals. 

Bring paperwork that relates to your legal 

issues. Provided in partnership with the Kane County 

Law Library and Self Help Legal Center. 

Celebrating LAOE’s 35 th 

Year & Community Health 

Partnerships R 

Stay Healthy Beyond 45 


Saturday, September 25 11 am – 1 pm 

Join us to learn about healthy eating 

and ways to stay healthy beyond 45. 

Complimentary colorectal test kits will 

be provided along with other health 

screenings. In partnership with LAOE and the Center 

for Asian Health Equity (University of Chicago & Asian 

Health Coalition) and VNA. 

The Beatles: Their History in 

One Hour R 



Follow the arc of the Beatles’ career from 

their development in Liverpool, through 

Beatlemania, into their psychedelic phase 

and finally their breakup. 

Expunging Your 

Criminal Record R 

Main Library Computer Training Room 

Saturday, September 25 • 9:30 am 

Learn how to expunge or seal your 

criminal record and work on-site with 

a lawyer to complete the necessary 

paperwork. Presented in partnership with the office 

of the Kane County State’s Attorney, the Kane County 

Circuit Clerk and Prairie State Legal Services. 

Cultural Phenomenon of 

Home DNA Testing R 

Online via Zoom 

Tuesday, 

September 28 • 

7 pm 

Award-winning 

journalist and 

author Libby 

Copeland will 

discuss her book, 

The Lost Family: 

How DNA Testing 

is Upending Who 

We Are. 

Brown Bag 

Lunch Classic 

Films R 

Main Library 

Meadows Community 

Rooms 

Monday, October 11 

• 11 am 

Bullitt (1968, PG) 

Bring your lunch or 

purchase it at the 

new Roll N Donut 

Café and enjoy a 

classic film. 


Book Clubs 

Meditation in the 21st 

Century—Why it Matters Even 

More! R 



Learn a simple meditation technique that 

can help you in all aspects of your life 

from experienced meditator Arvind Naik. 

Great Books Discussion Group R Main Library Grove Room 


9/13 To Room Nineteen by Doris Lessing (Short story) 

10/11 Long Day’s Journey into Night by Eugene O’Neill (Play) 

Contemporary Book Group Main Library Grove Room 


9/20 The Light Through the Leaves by Glendy Vanderah 

10/18 Hairpin Bridge by Taylor Adams 

Rakow Readers Rakow Branch Shales Living Room 

Mondays • 1:30 pm 

9/27 Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir 

10/25 Paris Library by Janet Skeslien 

One Dozen Top Dates and 

Stories of Chicago History R 



Author and historian Ellen Shubart will talk 

about her book Chicago: An Illustrated 

Timeline and describe a dozen of what 

she thinks are the most important dates 

in the City’s history. 

Walking Book Club Main Library Grove Room 

Wednesdays • 7 pm 

9/29 The Kitchen Front by Jennifer Ryan 

10/27 The Midnight Library by Matt Haig 

Financial Tips 

Understanding Credit R 


Thursday, September 16 • 1 pm & 6 pm 

Learn how to establish, maintain and 

improve your credit scores. Understand 

how the different types of debt can 

affect you and what the costs of credit 

can be. Presenter: KCT Credit Union. 

Identity Theft and Fraud R 


Tuesday, October 5 • 1 pm & 6 pm 

Identity theft is the fastest growing crime. 

Learn some tips on how to protect yourself 

and your loved ones from the latest fraud 

and scams and what to do if you become 

a victim. Presenter: KCT Credit Union. 

Nosferatu—The Original 

Dracula R 


Saturday, October 30 • 2 pm 

During the silent movie era, organists 

performed while the movies played to 

make a more exciting experience for the 

audience. Chicago’s foremost photoplay 

organist Jay Warren will bring the silent 

film era back to life when he plays a 

digital theater organ and performs his 

original scores for Nosferatu, a 1922 silent 

horror film. Scenes from the film will 

be shown. 

Alternatives to Foreclosure R 


Saturday, September 25 • 10 am 

Facing the possibility of foreclosure 

brings turmoil and strain to families. 

Having other options to consider can 

make a huge difference. Learn more 

about short sales and other options 

available to help you formulate a game 

plan to move forward. Heather Keller 

and her team have helped hundreds of 

families avoid foreclosure. Get a free 

copy of her book, The Complete Guide 

to Selling Your Home as a Short Sale. 

Presenter: Heather Keller and KW Inspire. 

Homebuying Workshop R 


Saturday, October 9 • 10 am 

Join local professionals for insight on the 

homebuying journey from beginning to 

end. Presenter: KCT Credit Union. 

Life Insurance R 



Learn why and when to consider life 

insurance, how to determine the amount 

you may need and some of the various 

options available. Presenter: KCT Credit Union. 


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Crafts & More with Elda 

Tuesdays • 7 pm 

Discussion Groups 

Memory Café 

Village Squire, 480 Randall Road, 

South Elgin 

Tuesdays, September 14, October 12 

4 – 5:30 pm 

Memory Cafe is for persons 

experiencing mild cognitive 

impairment or early stage Alzheimer’s 

or related dementia and their care 

partners to get out, socialize and meet 

with others in similar situations. 

Armchair Generals R 


Tuesday, October 12 • 11:45 am 

A brown bag Civil War and Lincoln 

interest group. Commemorate events, 

share insights and talk about books 

or experiences. 

9/14 Chocoflan: The Possible-to-Make “Impossible Cake” 


Learn how to make this traditional dessert in celebration of Hispanic 

Hertitage Month. The combination of chocolate cake, caramel and flan is 

absolutely delicious! 

9/28 Caramel Apple Nachos 

Facebook: gbpl.info/FBvirtual 

Try this fun and healthy twist to nachos! All you need are thinly sliced 

apples of your choice, caramel, peanut butter and your favorite toppings. 

10/12 Crystal Ball Candlesticks for Halloween 


Grab some candlesticks, round glass floral bowls, and a few other supplies 

to make this spooky fun project. 

10/26 Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes with Oreo Crust 


Try this delicious and simple cheesecake recipe with the fall flavor of 

pumpkin and, of course, the twist of Oreos for the crust. 

Language 

Citizenship Conversation 

Group ESR 


Thursdays, 9/2, 9/16, 10/7, 10/21 

6:30 – 7:30 pm 

Review and practice the spoken English 

you will need for the interview and the 

civics test. This group will be led by a 

tutor and is open to all. Presenter: The Literacy 

Connection. 

English Conversation Group ESR 


Tuesdays, 9/7 – 10/26 

6:30 – 7:30 pm 

Practice having everyday conversations 

in English, improve your pronunciation 

and gain confidence with a tutor. This 

group is led by a tutor and is open to all. 

Presenter: The Literacy Connection. 

English Conversation Group ESR 


Tuesdays, 9/7 – 10/26 

6:30 – 7:30 pm 

Practice having everyday conversations in 

English, improve your pronunciation and 

gain confidence with a tutor. Presenter: The 

Literacy Connection. 

Go Bilingual ESR 

Main Library Elgin Room or Virtual via Zoom 

Wednesdays, 9/8 – 10/27 

6 – 7 pm 

Learn at the Library or from home with 

native English and Spanish speakers. 

All levels. Led by teacher Betty Martinez. 

Spanish Café/Conversation 

Group ESR 

Main Library Grove Room or Virtual via Zoom 

Mondays, 9/13 – 9/27, 10/4 – 10/25 

Noon – 1 pm 

Intermediate-level participants 

practice structured and spontaneous 

conversational skills. Led by Pita Betancourt 

and Nohora Chacon. 

German Conversation Group R 


Wednesdays, 9/22, 10/27 

7 pm 

Herzlich willkommen! Practice or 

improve your conversation skills with 

other German speakers. Barbara Laane 

will be facilitating the conversation with 

different themes. 


Adults 

South Elgin 5th Anniversary Celebration 

Congratulations to Ernie Broadnax! 

Ernie Broadnax Day was celebrated 

on July 30, when many gathered 

at the Elgin Museum to honor the 

lifelong Elgin resident, historian and 

activist. The Library is proud to partner 

with Ernie Broadnax on the many 

projects that tell the story of the Elgin 

community and its people. 

Writers’ Corner 

Poetry Writers Workshop R 

Hybrid: Virtual via Zoom & Main Library 

Grove Room 

Tuesday, September 7 

Monday, October 4 • 7 pm 

Local poets share what they have 

written. Poet Gareth Mann Sitz will 

facilitate in person but participants have 

the option to join via Zoom. 

Sanctuary Poets: 

Poetry Writing Seminar R 


Saturdays • 9:30 am 

September 11 – October 16 

Write and learn poetry with 

Chasity Gunn, Elgin’s Poet Laureate. 

Participants will need to fill out an application while 

registering for this six-week session. 

How to Write, How to 

Memoir Writing for Seniors R 

Research, How to Get 


Published! R 

Tuesdays, September 14, October 12 

Main Library Meadows Community Rooms 10 am 

Thursday, September 9 • 7 pm Make new friends and share your 

Dr. David Langum discusses his book, memories as you use your words to 

The Joy of Scholarship: Teaching Law and entertain and enlighten others. We will 

Writing History. This is a methodology start with oral history and move to writing 

book about how to write and research in short memoir pieces. Note: Program not suitable 

modern society. 

for joining by phone. 

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en español 

Voces Latinas 2021 

Exposición: Celebre la 

herencia hispana local 

1 de sep. – 15 de oct. 

¿Sabía que, en 1940, la población hispana 

local era de 38,333, aumentando a 108,188 

en 2010? Descubra la historia de los 

hispanos locales, que han aportado una 

rica diversidad y tradiciones culturales 

para mejorar nuestra comunidad. Para 

obtener más información sobre la 

exhibición, visite gbpl.info/HHMexhibit. 

Celebración Día de la 

Independencia de México 

Facebook en Vivo: gbpl.info/FBLV 

Sábado, 11 de sep. • 1 pm 

¡Festeja el Aniversario de la 

Independencia de México! En asociación con 

la Organización Mexicana de Elgin (OME). 

¡José-Luis Orozco Celebra el 

Mes de la Herencia Hispana! R 


Sábado, 25 de sep. • 2 pm 

Los niños y las familias están invitados 

a unirse a José-Luis Orozco virtualmente 

para un viaje enérgico e interactivo a 

través de la cultura latinoamericana con 

canciones, 

bailes y 

mucho 

más. 

Mes de la Hispanidad 2021- 

Voces Latinas 


Sábado 2 de oct. • 1 pm 

A través del mes de la Hispanidad, y 

durante todo el año, estaremos elevando 

las voces latinas de ayer y hoy en nuestra 

comunidad de Elgin. ¡Invitamos a todos a 

que nos acompañen, escuchen y unan 

sus voces! 

Serie Voces Latinas: 

Gil Feliciano 


Jueves, 7 de oct. • 6:30 pm 

No hay nada que de más satisfacción que 

usar nuestros talentos para el bien de 

otros y de la comunidad. Gil Feliciano se 

interesó por la fotografía desde joven, y 

ahora la usa para ayudar 

a otros a expresarse. Te 

presentamos al fotógrafo 

y líder comunitario Gil 

Feliciano y el proyecto 

FotoVoces con jóvenes 

de Elgin. Para obtener 

más información sobre 

la exposición FotoVoces, 

visite gbpl.info/HHMexhibit. 

Para Familias 

Cuentos para la familia 

con Grisel 


Los lunes, 9/13 – 10/11 • 7 pm 

En la Biblioteca Principal 

Los miércoles, 9/8 – 10/13 • 4 pm R 

¡30 minutos de cuentos, música, rimas, 

manualidades y mucho más! 

Para Padres y Adultos 

Temas para Padres en línea/ 

Parent Topics Online R 


Martes • 10 am 

21 de sep. Prevención de la Violencia 

19 de oct. Cómo leerle a tu bebé 

Consejitos Financieros 

Camino al Colegio: 

Plan de Ahorro Bright Start 


Martes, 21 de sep. • 6 pm 

Aprenda como el plan Bright Start puede 

ayudar a su familia a ahorrar para los 

costos de la universidad o colegio. 

Recurso del Mes 


Los jueves, 9 de sep. y 14 de oct. • 6 pm 

¡La biblioteca tiene muchísimas 

herramientas totalmente gratis! Vamos a 

mostrar algunas que te podrían interesar 

para aprender, divertirte, informarte 

y facilitar tu vida. ¡La idea es que las 

conozcas y las puedas aprovechar! 

Serie 100 Historias en Vivo 


Los jueves, 23 de sep. y 21 de oct. • 

6:30 pm 

Adéntrate en el diario vivir de un/a 

adolescente, quizás tu amigo/a/x, primo/ 

a/x, hijo/a/x o vecino/a/x. Cada historia 

real, narrada en español por el maestro 

Raúl Castillo, podría ser una fuente de 

inspiración y aprendizaje para tu propia 

historia o de otros a tu alrededor. Te 

invitamos a unirte a una discusión al final 

de cada historia. 

Café de los Recuerdos 

¡Glorioso Otoño! 

Biblioteca Principal Salones de la Comunidad 

Viernes, 15 de oct. • 4 pm 

Acompáñanos para darle la bienvenida 

al otoño, compartir y participar en 

actividades. ¡Una oportunidad para 

compartir con los adultos mayores en 

familia y comunidad! 

Taller para comprar una casa 

Biblioteca Principal Salones de la Comunidad 


Sábado, 16 de oct. • 11 am 

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Apender Idiomas 

Cómo participar 

Programas en Facebook 

Para participar conéctese el día del evento por 

Facebook de la Biblioteca Gail Borden Public 

Library: www.gbpl.info/FBvirtual 

Programas en Facebook Live 

Para participar conéctese el día del evento por 

Facebook de la Biblioteca Gail Borden Public 

Library en vivo: www.gbpl.info/FBLV 

Programas en línea 

• Regístrese en gailborden.info/eventos. 

• Al registrarse recibirás un correo electrónico 

con el enlace y código para participar a través 

de la plataforma virtual Zoom. 

• O envíenos un correo electrónico a 

biblioteca@gailborden.info o un mensaje de 

texto al 224-407-2399 si tiene preguntas o 

necesita ayuda. 

Talleres de Empleo 

Al registrarte quedarás inscrito para las dos partes. 

Taller de empleo: 

El currículo de empleo R 

Biblioteca Principal 

Los martes • 6 pm 

5 de oct. Salón Elgin 

12 de oct. Salón de entrenamiento 

de computación 

Aprenderás a elaborar un currículo 

que impacte y a escribirlo en la 

computadora. 

Clases de Computación 

Curso Básicos de 

Computación R 


Salón de Entrenamiento de Computación 

Sábados • 1 pm 

4 de sep. Ratón y Teclado 

18 de sep. Introducción a la 

computación 

25 de sep. El Internet 

9 de oct. Correo Electrónico 

Esta es una serie para los principiantes 

aprender destrezas básicas. 

Grupo de Conversación para la Ciudadanía R 


Jueves 2 y 16 de sep., 7 y 21 de oct. • 6:30 pm 

Repasa y practica el inglés hablado y escrito que vas a 

necesitar para la entrevista y las preguntas del examen 

cívico. Dirigido por un tutor de Literacy Connection. 

Grupo de Conversación R 


Martes, del 7 de sep. al 26 de oct.• 6:30 pm 

Practica conversar en inglés, mejora tu pronunciación y adquiere confianza con un 

tutor. El grupo se reúne cada martes. Dirigido por un tutor de Literacy Connection. 

Grupo de Conversación R 

Biblioteca Principal Salón de Conferencias 2do Piso 

Martes del 7 de sep. al 26 de oct. • 6:30 pm 

Practica conversar en inglés, mejora tu pronunciación y adquiere confianza con un 

tutor. El grupo se reúne cada martes. Dirigido por un tutor de Literacy Connection. 

Go Bilingual R 

Biblioteca Principal Salón Elgin 

Miércoles del 8 de sep. al 27 de oct. • 6 pm 

Aprende en la biblioteca o desde tu casa. Participa con otras personas que hablan 

español o inglés como primer idioma. 

Café en Español R 

Biblioteca Principal Salón Grove o Zoom 

Lunes, 13 de sep. - 25 de oct. • Mediodía 

Participantes de nivel intermedio practicarán respondiendo o empezando 

conversaciones en español con fluidez. Dirigido por Nohora Chacon y Pita Betancourt. 

Taller de empleo: 

Entrevistas de Empleo R 

Bibliotecta Principal Salón Elgin 

Los martes, 19 y 26 de oct. • 6 pm 

En este taller de dos partes aprenderás 

sobre los distintos tipos de entrevistas y 

practicaremos cómo hacer entrevistas 

efectivas. 

No hay costo ni hay que tener tarjeta de la Biblioteca. Favor de registrarse. 

Puede registrarse para la serie completa o para una sola clase. 

Serie de Programas de 

Microsoft Office R 



Sábados • 1 pm 

16 de oct. Word 

23 de oct. Excel 

30 de oct. PowerPoint 

Esta es una serie para aprender a usar 

los programas de Microsoft Office. Debes 

saber usar el ratón y teclado antes de 

tomar esta serie. 

¿Aplicó para la 

ciudadanía y va a tomar 

el exámen en español? 

Podemos ayudarle a 

prepararse y estudiar. 

Comuníquese por correo a: 

biblioteca@gailborden.info 

o por texto al 224-407-2399. 


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City of Elgin 


Boletín en Español: Cada número del boletín está disponible en español en línea en cityofelgin.org/boletin. 

Come for the Market. Stay to Explore. 

Column written by Jennifer Arndt, Marketing Coordinator for the 

Downtown Neighborhood Association of Elgin 

Downtown Elgin offers a wealth of options for dining, entertainment 

and family fun along the beautiful Fox River. To kick off your weekend, 

start by attending the Downtown Elgin Farmers Market. Hosted by the 

Downtown Neighborhood Association (DNA) of Elgin, the market is open 

every Friday through mid-October from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Spring 

Street. Shoppers can find a wide variety of vendors offering fresh fruits 

and vegetables, eggs, meat, honey, breads, sweets and more. It’s always 

a fun time with live entertainment and enjoyment for the whole family. 

DNA encourages market shoppers to also support local businesses 

through a special Loyalty Program. 

Save your receipts! If you spend $100 at Downtown Elgin businesses in 

any given week you can earn a $5 Farmers Market token. Simply show 

your valid receipts at the market information booth. It’s DNA’s way of 

saying “thank you” for supporting local businesses. 

Support Local Businesses in Downtown Elgin 

Grab a healthy smoothie from Goose’s Natural Juices or treat yourself to 

some gourmet popcorn at Mama Lee’s. Stay for dinner at one of our 

wonderful local restaurants such as Al’s Café, Elgin Public House, Kubo 

Sushi or BeaUnique Latin Kitchen. Enjoy a cocktail at Martini Room, 

Vern’s Tavern or Lounge 51 inside the Dream Hall. The ever-evolving 

Dream Hall is a happening place, home to Viator Coffee, Lounge 51, 

Peru Caters, Mr. Hibachi Express & Sushi, Breakfast Urbano and unique 

pop-ups almost every weekend. 

Kick off Your Weekend in Downtown Elgin 

The farmers market extends to 7pm allowing for an easy transition into 

enjoying a little nightlife. Head to Danny’s on Douglas for live music or 

visit the Martini Room for their award-winning cocktails. If you’re feeling 

lucky, visit the Grand Victoria Casino and if you’re up for adventure, try 

an escape room at Escapade 360. 

If local history is more your style, plan to visit the Elgin History Museum 

where you can learn about Elgin’s rich heritage through an impressive 

collection of permanent and rotating exhibits. Another great way to get 

to know Elgin is by walking through some of the surrounding 

neighborhoods. For an interactive map and guides to get you started, 

visit downtownelgin.com/ElginWalks. While you’re walking be sure to 

check out the public art. There are dozens of different sculptures and 

murals scattered around downtown. 

Whether you do some shopping, go out for dinner or take a walk to see 

the sights, Downtown Elgin is a destination where our community can 

come together. Support local businesses, experience new adventures 

and to enjoy our vibrant downtown. 

To learn more about the market, local businesses and find out 

everything happening weekly in Downtown Elgin, sign up to receive 

the weekly “Spotlight” email from the DNA. Find more information at 

DowntownElgin.com and follow the DNA on Facebook at 

Facebook.com/DowntownElgin. 

Shoppers will want to take some extra time to stroll around town and 

visit the unique retail shops including ABLE Shoppe, Meraki Market 

Hub, Rediscover Records, Elgin Knit Works, Elgin Antiques & Uniques 

plus Whatnots & Whimsies. Children will also enjoy the experience of 

going “downtown,” especially after a stop at Cook’s Sweet Boutique! 

Parents will want to visit Side Street Studio Arts in the market zone to 

inquire about their wonderful art programs for all ages. Be sure to spend 

some time playing at Festival Park and make a stop at the Gail Borden 

Public Library to check out books for the weekend, and to grab an 

afternoon treat from Roll N Donuts! 

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September Events 

2 Ira Marcus – “Capturing History Through the Photographer’s Lens,” 

Elgin History Museum 

3-12 Elgin Fringe Festival, various locations, elginfringefestival.com 

3 Downtown Elgin Farmers Market, Spring Street (Chicago to Fulton) 

3 Greenroom Productions presents First Friday Improv, 

Hemmens Cultural Center 

7 Jim Gibbons – “A Date We Will Always Remember: 9/11/2001,” 


11 September 11 Remembrance Ceremony, find location at 

cityofelgin.org/events 


11 Second Saturday Kids Day: Owls, Elgin Public Museum 


18 Tours in Spanish, Elgin History Museum 

18 Elgin Short Film Festival, Hemmens Cultural Center 


25 Meet the Bison!, Lords Park Zoo (by reservation only, email Sharry 

at blazier_s@cityofelgin.org) 

25,26 Elgin History Museum presents the 34th annual Cemetery Walk, 

Bluff City Cemetery 

Edward Schock Centre of Elgin 

The Centre is home to a fitness center, track, racquetball and basketball courts, three 

swimming pools, a rock climbing wall, banquet facility, preschool center, ceramics 

studio and birthday party rooms. With programming options available to people of 

all ages and interests, the facility receives over 800,000 visitors each year. 

Learn more at centreofelgin.org. 

October Events 

1 Downtown Elgin Farmers Market, Spring Street 

(Chicago to Fulton) 

1 Greenroom Productions presents First Friday Improv, 


2 Elgin Fire Department Open House, Station 2 

2 Kim Sigafus: Journeying through the American 

Indian way of life, Elgin Public Museum 

2,3 Elgin Symphony Orchestra presents Pines of Rome, 


3 Buggy Barn Open House, contact Elgin History 

Museum for registration to tour this private 

collection 



9 Second Saturday Kids Day: Bison, Elgin Public Museum 

10 Annual Meeting - William Pack – “The Essential 

Great Chicago Fire” – 150th anniversary, 




15 The Edward Twins from Las Vegas present Cher, 

Elton, Dolly, Streisand, Hemmens Cultural Center 

16 Atusa Freyer Book Event: Mommy, am I?, 

Elgin Public Museum 

16 Tours in Spanish, Elgin History Museum 

16, 17 Elgin Symphony Orchestra presents Rocky Horror 

Picture Show Tribute, Hemmens Cultural Center 

21-24 Little Park of Horrors, Wing Park 

28-31 Little Park of Horrors, Wing Park 

30 Henry Cervantes: Aztec Dance - Xochitl-Quentzal - 

Mexico’s Ancient Culture and Living Tradition, 

Elgin Public Museum 

30 Meet the Bison!, Lords Park Zoo (by reservation 

only, email Sharry at blazier_s@cityofelgin.org) 

30 Art Harvest, DuPage Court 

Find more information on all City events at cityofelgin.org/events. 

For more community events and things to do, visit 

ExploreElginArea.com. 


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Fall Leaf Collection Programs Begin in October and Run Through December 3 

Free Yard Waste Bag Collection 

Beginning October 1, Waste Management will not require stickers for yard waste 

bags as part of the fall leaf collection progam. Bagged leaves are collected weekly 

on residents’ regular garbage pickup day. 

State law prohibits the disposal of leaves and other yard waste in landfills; therefore, 

these materials cannot be placed in plastic garbage bags or mixed with normal 

garbage. Leaf burning is also prohibited in Elgin. 

Yard waste includes materials such as leaves, brush, branches, grass clippings, 

plants, weeds and other similar waste. Yard waste must be placed in biodegradable 

paper bags (maximum 33 gallons and 45 pounds) for collection. Yard waste placed 

in plastic bags will not be collected. 

On-Street Leaf Collection 

Beginning Monday, November 1, weather permitting, the City of Elgin will collect 

leaves raked out into the street in designated areas. Leaves should be raked along 

the curb by 6:00 a.m. on the special collection day for the designated area, shown 

on the map to the right. Leaves placed in the street after the crews have passed will 

not be collected until the next scheduled date. *Note: The on-street collection day 

may differ from your bagged leaf collection day. 

Please do not mix trash, branches or other yard waste with leaf piles. Also, avoid 

parking on the street on scheduled leaf collection days; leaf piles blocked by cars 

will not be collected. 

Residents living in the on-street collection areas may also place leaves in yard waste 

bags for free collection by Waste Management as described above. 

Why the later start this year? The City continues to make data driven decisions to 

best and most efficiently serve the community. Collecting leaves on the street in 

designated areas is a core service that the public works department delivers, along 

with snow and ice control and summer construction work. Data is analyzed to ensure 

practices make the best use of resources, reducing any idle time and increasing 

productivity. Data collected over recent years suggests that earlier starts to on-street 

leaf collection does not affect the overall program delivery or total collection 

volumes. So don’t worry, public works will still collect all your leaves. The additional 

week in October, previously programmed to collect leaves, will now provide extra 

time for construction efforts, such as streets maintenance. 

Key Dates & Information 

October 1- No stickers required for yard waste bags 

begins, citywide. 

November 1- On-street leaf collection begins in 

designated areas. 

December 3- Last day of collection for both 

programs, weather permitting. 

All yard waste bag pickups occur on residents' 

regular garbage collection day. See map below for 

on-street leaf collections days based on designated 

area. 

Avoid parking on streets on scheduled leaf 

collection days. Piles blocked by cars will not be 

collected. 

Find this map at cityofelgin.org/yardwaste. 

Don’t Care to Rake? Recycle Your Leaves. 

As part of Elgin’s sustainability efforts, residents are encouraged to compost or mulch leaves into their lawn with a lawnmower. 

Mulching controls weeds, uses less fertilizer, enables better water infiltration, reduces thatch and improves soil quality. 

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Conservation@Home is the ultimate everyone-can-do-something 

program offered by The Conservation Foundation. It starts with you 

making some earth-conscious choices in your home landscaping. 

Replace some turf grass with beautiful and drought-resistant native 

plants, maybe install a rain barrel or two and reduce or eliminate your 

chemical use. Whether you are starting from a grass lawn or have 

existing natural areas on your property, the Conservation@Home 

program can help you make your yard more attractive to wildlife and 

retain precious rainwater. Steps you can take include planting native 

plants that support butterflies and other pollinators, installing a rain 

garden and removing plants introduced from Europe and Asia. Not only 

will you be contributing to a healthier environment, you can spend 

valuable outdoor time as a family, and you’ll get to enjoy nature’s 

ever-changing cast of characters right outside your window. 

Beautifying your yard while conserving water and creating a habitat for 

wildlife can be easy and rewarding! Adding native plants can help you 

save money, mow less, see more birds and butterflies and enjoy a 

functioning yard with fewer problems and less effort. 

The Conservation Foundation is happy to offer some advice along the 

way, free of charge. With the right selections, you can easily incorporate 

native plants into existing or new gardens. 

Why Natives? 

Conservation@Home 

Once you’ve created an attractive and functional yard that conserves 

water and provides habitat for birds, butterflies and other beneficial 

wildlife, you deserve some recognition for your efforts! The 

Conservation Foundation can certify your yard as an 

environmentally-friendly landscape with a Conservation@Home sign. 

Then your neighbors may get curious and want to know learn about the 

program. Before you know it, yard by yard, you’ve brought more nature 

to your neighborhood. If you are interested in making your property a 

Conservation@Home certified landscape, visit 

theconservationfoundation.org/conservation-home/. 

At the core of environmentally friendly landscapes is the use of native 

plants, the absence of fertilizers or pesticides and smart water use. 

Native plants are those species that were thriving locally when the 

first settlers arrived. These plants have evolved over thousands of 

years to survive the soils and seasonal conditions of cold, rain and 

drought of our northern Illinois climate. 

As the country was settled, more and more land was converted from 

native landscape to farm fields, cities, roads and suburban 

development. Plants that have historically been planted as 

replacements have been introduced from outside our local region – 

usually from Europe or the Far East. This has broken the dependent 

relationships that evolved over thousands of years between native 

plants and the birds and animals that are dependent on them directly 

or indirectly for their survival. The decline of many species of birds 

and fewer butterflies in our gardens is linked to these changes. 

Loss of open space and wildlife habitat, degradation of what remains, 

and dirty stormwater runoff are the leading causes of environmental 

problems in our developed areas. By replacing some of this lost 

habitat in our yards and conserving rain water before it runs into our 

roads, we can reduce some of the negative impacts of development, 

have cleaner water in our neighborhoods and enjoy a better quality 

of life. These actions also restore the food sources (in the form of 

native plants) that have been 

lost to our pollinators as land 

has been developed over the 

years. Adding native plants – 

including trees and shrubs – to 

our gardens will significantly 

help make our gardens 

productive and full of life! 

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Board of Trustees: 

Jean Bednar, President President 

Elizabeth Amanda Garcia, Kruger, Vice Vice President President 

Patricia Tiffany Henderson, Harkin, Secretary Secretary 

Amanda John Kokoris, Garcia Treasurer 

Herb Gross 

Tiffany Amy Prochot Henderson 

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during library events/activities 

for future marketing purposes. 

Customers with Disabilities 

The Library accommodates 

customers with disabilities. Please 

call 847-742-2411 to discuss 

arrangements at least seven days 

prior to a scheduled event. 

Thank you community. 

Due to our work with many paners, 

your library received the nation’s 

highest honor conferred on 

museums and libraries 

for service to the 

community: the 

National Medal for 

Museum and 

Library Services. 

Library Closings 

All library locations are closed for 

Labor Day. 

Sunday, September 5, 

Monday, September 6 

Passport services will not be available. 

Preservation Station 

Main Library Second Floor 

Do you have old home movies or 

photographs you want to digitize? 

You can digitize your VHS, VHS-C, Hi-8, 

Kodak slides, negatives, photographs 

and documents. Don’t forget to bring a 

USB drive or external Hard drive to save 

everything. Walk-ins are welcome! 

Gail Borden Library Book Bike 

at Elgin Farmer’s Market 

31 S. Grove Ave., Elgin 60120 

Fridays, Sept 3 – 24 • 4 pm 

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Monday - Thursday 9 am – 7 pm 

Friday - Saturday 9 am – 5 pm 

Sunday 

Noon – 4 pm 

Piano Performances 

Main Library Lobby 

Shirley Remes 

Mondays 9/6 – 10/25 • 4:30 pm 

John Laborn 

Wednesdays 9/22 – 10/27 • 3:30 pm 

Steve Yoder 

Thursdays 9/2 – 10/28 • 10 am 

Tim Yoder 

Saturdays 9/4 – 10/25 • 10 am 

Help to Literally Change 

Someone’s Life 

The Literacy Connection, an organization 

dedicated to adult literacy, is currently 

seeking local volunteers to tutor adults 

in Basic Reading or English as a Second 

Language. To learn more, attend a 

free one-hour orientation delivered 

synchronously over Zoom followed 

by tutor training. The tutor training is 

instructor-led remotely, with both online 

and out-of-classroom assignments 

and fulfills the 12-hour requirement to 

become a Literacy Tutor. 

To register or for more information, call 

847-742-6565, visit our website at elginliteracy.org 

to complete a Volunteer Interest Form, or email 

to info@elginliteracy.org. 

Volunteer Income Tax 

Assistance Program 

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance 

program is back. Volunteers are needed 

to help serve our community by preparing 

income tax returns for moderate-income 

individuals, the elderly, disabled and 

non-English speaking persons from 

February to April, 2022. The program 

will take place at two Elgin locations, 

Gail Borden Library and at 675 Tollgate Rd. 

Volunteers should possess income tax preparation 

knowledge (minimum to advanced skill level) and 

good customer service skills. Bilingual preferred 

but not necessary. All volunteers will be offered free 

training and a monthly appreciation voucher of $75 

and be recognized at an end-of-tax-year appreciation 

award ceremony. 

Interested persons should reach out to 

Dekovia Livingston of Free For You Services, LTD 

at 877-220-7627. For more information, visit 

www.freeforyouservices.org. 

Shredding Event 


Saturday, October 2 • 9 – 11 am 

Fight identity theft and needless 

clutter at home by bringing your 

personal documents to shred. Only 

paper materials will be accepted. Small 

paper clips and staples do not need to 

be removed. Please—no plastic bags. 

Partnered with KCT Credit Union.

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