March April Newsletter 24

Gail Borden 

March-April 

2024 Newsletter 

Public Library District 

Please Come to Our 150th Birthday Party 

Main Library • Tuesday, March 19 • 4 – 5:30 pm 

Gail Borden Library is honored to have served the 

community for 150 years. Join us to celebrate with cupcakes, 

giveaways, performances by the Elgin Master Chorale and the Fox 

Valley Harmonizers Barbershop Quartet, along with several surprises 

to commemorate the day the library first opened its doors to the 

community on March 19, 1874. gailborden.info/150 

Happy Birthday Gail Borden! R 

Main Library Meadows Community Rooms 

Tuesday, 3/26 • 10 am 

Ages 2-6 with an adult. Let’s celebrate 150 years of 

Gail Borden Library with stories, songs, crafts and more! 

150 th programs and deals continued on pages 4, 5 and 12. 

Please visit our memento store with coffee 

mugs, book bags, growing dinosaurs and more 

near Customer Relations in the Main Library. 

Check back often, as merchandise will 

change throughout the year. 

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descripciónes en español, 

ver paginas 10-11. 

R=Registration required 

Ways to register: 

• gailborden.info/register 

• Call 847-429-4597 

• In person 

City of Elgin A-D 

City of Elgin section is 

included only in newsletters 

delivered to Elgin residents. 

Violins of Hope has become Growing Hope. 

Triumph of the Spirit: Jewish 

Athletes Before, During and 

After the Holocaust 

Main Library 

Beginning April 5 

JCC Chicago, the same 

partner that brought you 

the award-winning Violins 

of Hope exhibit in 2023, now 

introduces a new exhibit. 

Explore the will of Jewish Olympic 

Athletes in the face of adversity 

before, during and after the 

Holocaust. This photo exhibition 

features reproductions of rare photos 

and memorabilia of these athletes, 

along with photo opportunities and 

more. gailborden.info/growinghope 

We are excited to release a 

limited-edition library card to 

celebrate our 150 th anniversary! 

Don’t have a library card yet? 

Stop by any location today, or visit 

gailborden.info/get-card to get started. 

March is Women’s History Month 

Honoring Women’s History Month 

Looking Back on 150 Years 

Main Library 

The Women’s History Exhibit will put the spotlight on women who 

contributed to the growth and vitality of the community during the 

past 150 years. The accomplishments of local women in healthcare 

and Gail Borden Librarians will also be highlighted. 

Womens History Month programs on page 7. 

National Library Week 

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Share Your Gail Borden Library Story ES 

Main Library 4/8 – 4/12 • 4 – 4:30 pm 

Rakow Branch 4/9 • 4:30 – 5 pm 

South Elgin Branch 4/11 • 4:30 – 5 pm 

Join us in commemorating our 150 th Anniversary during 

National Library Week. Please be part of this momentous 

anniversary by sharing your Gail Borden Library memories 

and stories via video. 

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Photo with Police Dog Character 

Main Library • Wednesday, 4/10 • 4 – 5 pm 

Kids and families who show checked out materials 

can take a picture with everyone’s favorite police dog character. 

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The Gail Borden Public Library District Newsletter | Published Bi-Monthly ISSUE NO. 2024-02 | March 1, 2024

Families 

Gingerbread Bird House 

Building Workshop: A Place for 

Your Peeps! R 

Main Library Sally Lee Rooms 

Friday, 3/1 • 10 am & 2 pm 

Showcase your creativity and 

architectural engineering skills using 

candy to construct a house out of sweets. 

Limited to 6 attendees per family. 

Baking for Kids: Chip & Dip 

Facebook: www.gbpl.info/FBLV 

Monday, 3/18 • 7 pm 

Follow along in your kitchen as Miss Jen 

concocts the perfect combo of chip and 

dip for National Chip and Dip Day. 

Miss Jamie’s Farm - 

A Musical Show R 


Wednesday, 3/27 • 10 am 

Sing, dance, laugh and learn with 

Miss Jamie and her farm animal friends. 

Farm BINGO 


Friday, 3/29 • 11 am – Noon 

Drop in for some barnyard fun and play 

farm BINGO. 

Health and Wellness Fair 

Main Library Lobby & Meadows Community 

Rooms AB 

Saturday, 3/23 • 10:30 am - 12:30 pm 

Join us for exercise demos, healthy and 

delicious food tastings, and to learn 

about a variety of community health 

organizations and their resources. 

Star Viewing Party with the Fox 

Valley Astronomical Society R 

Rakow Branch 

Tuesday, 4/2 • 6:30 pm 

View stars and learn about the upcoming 

solar eclipse. 

Celebrate Eid! 

Main Library Meadows Community Rooms AB 

Saturday, 4/6 • 2 – 3 pm 

Learn about and celebrate Eid al-Fitr 

through stories, crafts and more. 

Family Activity: Piñatas R 


Monday, 4/15 • 6:30 pm 

Let’s create a piñata together. 

Frog and Toad Adventure R 

Rakow Branch 


Enjoy a nature walk and look and listen 

for springtime amphibians. Discover how 

frogs and toads are important to wetlands 

and hear the unique calls of each species. 

Partner: Kane County Forest Preserve. 

Earth Day Family Festival 

Rakow Branch Outdoors 

Saturday, 4/27 • 1 – 3 pm 

Celebrate Earth Day with fun activities, 

learn about springtime and flowers and 

enjoy a performance by Firefly Family 

Theatre, music, a puppet show and 

interactive movement. The Wild Ones will 

be leading nature walks. 

Nature Rangers 

Pick up new activity sheets at 

the Rakow Branch to explore 

and learn about nature. Explorer 

backpacks are available for 

checkout. 

gailborden.info/naturerangers 

Steve Belliveau—Getting Excited About Science 

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Getting Excited About 

Science! R 

South Elgin Branch 

Sunday, 3/24 • 2 pm 

Enjoy a fun science show that everyone 

can see, understand and enjoy. 

Science • Technology • Engineering • Arts • Math 

Homeschool STEAM: Bubble 

Gum Science R 

Rakow Branch 

Wednesday, 3/6 • 2 pm 

Ages 6-10. Using your writing, science and 

math skills, let’s blow some bubbles and 

compare gum. 

Full STEAM Ahead R 


Tuesdays • 2 pm & 4:45 pm 

3/26 Fairy Tale Challenge 

Ages 6-10. Use common building materials 

and design work to help fairy tale 

characters with your problem-solving skills! 

4/16 The Great Garbage Challenge 

Ages 6-10. The concept is simple: turn a 

piece of garbage into something that can 

be used again in a different way. 

Spring into 3D! - CAD Design 

for Kids R 

Main Library Computer Training Room 


Grades 2-8. Join us as we learn about 3D 

design and build a spring-themed project. 

Pokémon Science! 

Featuring Mr. Science R 


Thursday, 3/28 • 10 am 

From creating a Pikachu lightning bolt to 

shooting fireballs like Charizard, kids will 

discover the science behind Pokémon. 

STEAM for Grades K-5 R 


Mondays • 4 pm 

4/15 Day-Glo & Black Light Science 

4/29 Invasive Species 

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

Kids 

Preschool Puppeteers R 


Tuesdays, 3/12, 4/9 • 10 am 

Ages 3-6 with an adult. Join us for puppetmaking 

and playful storytelling. 

Kids Explore: Let It Glow! R 


Thursday, 3/7 • 4 pm 

Grades K-5. Learn about bioluminescence 

and create a glowing dragonfly. 

Kids Explore: 

Lucky or Unlucky? R 

Thursday, 3/21 

2 pm Main Library Sally Lee Rooms 

4 pm Virtual via Zoom 3/11-3/17. 

Grades K-5. All around the world, different 

cultures believe in different superstitions. 

Let’s discuss them and make a “lucky” 

craft or two. 

Animal Life on the Farm R 

Exploring Eco-Friendly 

Farm Practices 


Monday, 3/25 • 11 am 

For ages 7+. Join us as we learn about ecofriendly 

life on a farm with a visit from 

a local farmer from All Grass Farms, and 

sustainability experts from Cratefreeusa. 

Homeschool: Creativity 

Corner: LEGO ® Challenge R 

Rakow Branch 


Get ready for some brick-tastic fun and 

let your creativity shine in this LEGO® 

challenge! 

Preschool Dance Party 



Ages 2-6 with an adult. Move, groove and 

shake your sillies out as we hear exciting 

music, stories and rhymes. 

Book Party: The Wind Riders 

Series R 

Virtual via Zoom 


• 4 pm 

Explore the series 

Wind Riders, in which 

Max and Sofia travel 

to help animals in 

trouble. Then, make 

a puffin craft. 

4/15-4/21. 

www.gailborden.info 

The Bookmobile is Celebrating 

its 5 th Anniversary! 

Join us in celebrating the 5th Anniversary 

of the Bookmobile throughout April. 

We will have special prizes, giveaways, 

and activities at all stops, so check our 

schedule at gailborden.info/bookmobile 

to help us commemorate our 

library on wheels. 

Coding Club: Operation 

Ozobots Series R 


Wednesday, 3/27 & Thursday, 3/28 • 

1:30 pm 

Grades 2-5. Love coding robots? Meet 

the Ozobot, a fun smart robot that 

uses visual and block coding to learn 

programming. 

Family STEAM: Total Solar 

Eclipse R 



We will be experiencing a total solar 

eclipse on April 8. Join us to learn 

more about this spectacular celestial 

event and do some fun, eclipse related 

activities. 

Arts & Crafts 

Crafty Preschoolers R 

Rakow Branch Corridor East 

Fridays, 3/1, 3/15 • 10:30 am 

Ages 3-5. Enjoy fun craft projects for little 

artists. Dress for mess. 

Preschool ArtSpark R 

Main Library Story Room 

Tuesdays, 3/5, 4/2 • 10 am 

Ages 3-6. Enjoy a story and explore a 

variety of art materials as we focus on the 

process of creating art rather than the 

final result. 

Kids Explore: Illustrators 

ROCK! R 



Grades K-5. Do you have what it takes 

to be an illustrator? We’ll explore some 

unique artists and illustrate a mini book. 

Creativity Corner: 

Create a Castle R 

Rakow Branch 

Wednesday, 3/13 • 4:45 pm 

Tuesday, 3/19 • 4:45 pm 

Ages 6-10. Let’s get creative with 

watercolor paints and silhouette shapes 

to create a castle. 

Let’s Draw: Punny Snail Mail R 



Grades 2-6. “Snail Mail” is fun to send 

and receive. Join Ms. Carrie to draw some 

“punny” greetings for family and friends. 

Creativity Corner: 

Newspaper Painting R 


Tuesday, 4/23 • 2 pm & 4:45 pm 

Ages 6-10. This activity is perfect for those 

who are passionate about eco-friendly 

practices. 

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Storytimes 

Birth - 

Age 1 

Baby Rhyme Time R 

Main Library Story Room South 

Thursdays, 3/7 – 4/25 (No meetings 3/28, 4/4.) • 6:15 pm 

Fridays, 3/8 – 4/19 (No meetings 3/29, 4/5) • 9:15 am 

Birth - 

Age 6 

Ages 1 - 2 

Ages 1 - 3 

Age 2 

Ages 3 - 5 

Ages 3 - 6 

Story Mix for Birth-6 

Main Library Story Room 

Tuesdays, 3/5 – 4/23 (No meetings 3/26, 4/2.) • 6:15 – 6:35 pm 


Thursdays, 3/7 – 4/25 (No meetings 3/28, 4/4.) • 10:30 – 11 am 

Wonderful Ones R 


Mondays, 3/4 – 4/22 (No meetings 3/25, 4/1.) • 6:15 pm 

Wednesdays, 3/6 – 4/24 (No meetings 3/27, 4/3.) • 10 am 

Thursdays, 3/7 – 4/25 (No meetings 3/28, 4/4.) • 9:15 am 

1,2,3 Go! 


Wednesdays, 3/6, 3/20, 4/10, 4/17, 4/24 • 9:15 – 9:45 am 

Bounce & Rhyme Storytime R 

South Elgin Branch Hoffer Room 

Tuesdays, 3/5 – 4/23 (No meeting 3/26.) • 10:30 am 

Rakow Branch Living Room 

Wednesdays, 3/6 – 4/24 (No meeting 3/27.) • 10 am 

Terrific Twos R 

Main Library Story Room North 

Mondays, 3/4 – 4/22 (No meetings 3/25, 4/1.) • 9:15 & 9:45 am 

Budding Bookworms Preschool Storytime R 

Rakow Branch 

Wednesdays, 3/6 – 4/24 (No meeting 3/27.) • 10:45 am 

Thursdays, 3/7 – 4/25 (No meeting 3/28.) • 5:30 pm 

Preschool Storytime R 

Main Library Story Room North 

Mondays, 3/4 – 4/22 (No meetings 3/25, 4/1.) • 10:30 am 

Thursdays, 3/7 – 4/25 (No meetings 3/14, 3/28, 4/4.) • 10:30 am 

Families 

Family Storytime & Crafts 


Wednesdays, 3/6 – 4/24 (No meetings 

3/27, 4/3.) • 6:30 – 7:15 pm 

Sing, move and craft your way through 

this storytime adventure. 

Superhero Family Storytime R 


Saturday, 3/9 • 11 am 

Dress as your favorite superhero and join 

us for exciting stories and activities. 

Rainbow Family Storytime: 

Transgender Day of Visibility R 


Friday, 3/29 • 2 pm 

Join us for a storytime celebrating 

Transgender Day of Visibility. We’ll read 

LGBTQ+ inclusive stories, make art, sing 

and dance. 

Welcome Baby R 


Friday, 3/8 • 10 am 

Saturdays, 3/9, 4/13 • 10 am 

For families with babies up to age one. 

Discover fun programs and resources that 

nurture early literacy and give your little 

one a head start on reading adventures. 

Libraries and Local Oaks - Inspiring 

and Enriching Our Lives R 

Main Library Elgin Room 

Saturday, 4/20 • 10:30 am 

Gail Borden Library has been 

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enriching lives for 150 years and local oak 

forests have done the same. Discover 15 ways 

that local libraries and oak forests are essential 

to our thriving communities, providing roots, 

support and inspiration to the world around us. 

Presenter: Ed Collins, Director of Land Preservation, McHenry 

County Conservation District. 

Bilingual Social 

Services ES 

Beginning March 1, the Bilingual 

Social Services department 

at the library will offer walk-in 

hours. Walk-in hours will be 

every Tuesday and Thursday 

from 7 pm to 9 pm. 15-minute 

sessions will be available on a 

first come, first served basis. If 

you have any questions, contact Social 

Services at 847-695-4668. 

Special Storytimes 

Solar Eclipse Storytime 


Monday, 4/1 • 10 – 10:30 am 

Ages 2-6 with an adult. Get excited for 

the upcoming solar eclipse with an 

interactive storytime. 


Youth & Teens 

Grades K-8 

150 

Writing Club R 

Main Library Sally Lee Fox Room 

Wednesdays • 4 pm 

Homeschool Sessions • 2 pm 

3/6 Happy Birthday Gail Borden Library 

In celebration of the Library’s 150 th 

Anniversary, we’ll make stories, poems, 

and art all about libraries. 

4/3 Poetry Party 

In celebration of poetry month, let’s 

write and share poems! 

Read to Rover R 

Practice your reading skills by cuddling up 

with a good book and reading aloud to a 

fully trained and certified therapy dog. 


Saturdays, 3/2, 4/6 • 2, 2:15, 2:30, 

2:45 3, 3:15 pm 


Saturdays, 3/16, 4/20 • 11, 11:15, 11:30, 

11:45 am, 12, 12:15, 12:30, 12:45 pm 

Rakow Branch 

Sundays, 3/17, 4/21 • 2, 2:15, 2:30, 

2:45 3, 3:15 pm 

Paint the 

Winter Away: 

A Drop-in 

Painting 

Experience 

Main Library 

Sally Lee Rooms 

Tuesday, 3/19 • 

11 am – Noon 

Drop in as we dab, 

swirl and swish into a 

new season with fun 

painting projects. 

Grades 6-8 

Volunteens R 

Main Library Sally Lee Fox Room 

Tuesdays, 3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 

4/2, 4/9, 4/16 • 6 pm 

Saturdays, 3/9, 4/13 • 1 pm 

Help your library and community by 

working on volunteer projects. Registration 

required for each date. One application required for 

each school year. 

Grades 6-12 

K-Pop Afternoon R 

Main Library Sally Lee Eagle Room 

Tuesdays, 3/12, 4/9 • 4:30 pm 

Are you a fan of BTS, Blackpink, Stray Kids, 

or other K-pop groups? Enjoy your favorite 

K-pop songs while you make buttons, 

shrink-plastic charms and other crafts. 

Manga and Anime Club R 


Saturdays, 3/16, 4/20 • 2 pm 

Make buttons and tiny merch featuring 

your favorite characters from Demon 

Slayer, My Hero Academia, Spy x Family, 

and more. Bonus: you’ll get to watch 

anime and take home Japanese candy! 

Kawaii Party with Molang R 


Tuesday, 3/26 • 2 pm 

Celebrate Gail Borden’s 

150th anniversary with 

Molang, Piu Piu and the 

Pincos. Cutest. Birthday party. Ever! 

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Teen Writing 

and Art Showcase 

Publish your creative work! 

Email your submission 

to zone@gailborden. 

info or visit gailborden. 

info/teenwriting for more 

information. 


Grades 9-12 

Programs are held in Studio 270 at the Main 

Library unless otherwise noted. 

Career and Technical 

School Fair 

Wednesday, 3/6 • 6:30 – 8 pm 

Graduating soon? Thinking about 

a career change? Explore different 

high-demand trades and chat with 

representatives from area colleges, 

trade and technical schools. 

Paths After High School 

Main Library Grove Room 

Wednesday, 3/13 • 6:30 – 7:30 pm 

Discover different post-high school 

options: college, the military, 

apprenticeships and service years. 

Presenter: Elgin Community College. 

Be Your Own Boss for Teens 

Wednesday, 3/20 • 6 – 7 pm 

Teens looking to create their own 

opportunities will learn entrepreneurial 

tips and tricks. 

Job Hunting for Teens 

Thursday, 4/11 • 6 – 7 pm 

Learn job hunting tips and tricks to help 

you land the job you want. 

Teen Resume Workshop 

Tuesday, 4/16 • 6 – 7 pm 

Go through the process of creating 

a resume. 

Teen Job Fair 

Wednesday, 4/24 • 

6:30 – 8 pm 

Looking for a summer job? Talk 

to local employers about 

available job openings, and 

pick up tips and tricks 

to ace your application 

and interview. 

Studio 

270 

3/5 5 pm Royalty Free Sounds R 

3/7 4-5 pm Teen Writers Club 

3/12 6:30 pm Pizza and Books R 

3/26 3-4 pm DIY Bath Bombs 

3/28 2-4 pm Sew What - 

Drawstring Bags 

4/1 3-4 pm DIY Magnetic Poetry 

4/4 4-5 pm Teen Writers Club 

4/9 6:30 pm Pizza and Books R 

4/16 5 pm Beat Making 101 R 

4/30 4-6 pm Pixel Art 

Studio 270 Digital Media Lab 

Workshops 

Main Library Studio 270 Digital Media Lab 

3/6 4-5 pm Intro to DJing 

3/18 4-6 pm Greenscreen Shootout 

4/3 4-5 pm Songwriters Anonymous 

4/16 4-5 pm Canva Crash Course 

Studio 270 Volunteer Corps 

Teen Advisory Board (TAB) R 

Tuesdays, 3/5, 4/2 • 4 pm 

Are you looking to making a difference 

in the library community? Join TAB 

to provide feedback about library 

services for teens, brainstorm ideas and 

organize events. 

Studio 270 Volunteer 

Corps R 

Wednesdays, 3/6 – 4/24 • 4 pm 

Help the library with various 

projects. 


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Technology 

Windows 10 Basics R { 

Tuesdays, 3/5 • 10:30 am 

Learn how to navigate, customize and 

adjust system settings. 

Classes are held in the Main Library Computer 

Training Room unless otherwise noted. 

R - Register online, by phone or in person 

beginning February 15. 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. 

Device Advice 

Thursdays • 9:30 – 11:30 am 

Rakow Branch Computer Café 

3/7, 3/21, 4/4, 4/18 

Main Library 2nd Floor 

3/14, 3/28, 4/11, 4/25 

Drop in for help with common tech issues 

like using a tablet, hotspots, syncing email 

with your phone, downloading content 

and more. 

Cut the Cable Cord R 

Thursday, 3/21 • 10:30 am 

Learn how you could save money on a 

cable bill in favor of popular streaming 

subscriptions like Netflix, Hulu and more. 

Arduino 

Getting Started w/ Arduino R { 


Learn the basics of programming with 

Arduino hardware. 

Program Wearable LEDs 

with Arduino R { 


Learn how to program Wearable LEDs 

in any color using an Arduino 

microcontroller. Some programming 

experience suggested. 

Adults 

Evening Chess Club 

Main Library 2nd Floor Behind Elevators 

Mondays, 3/4, 3/18, 4/1, 4/15 • 

5:30 – 7 pm 

This open chess club is the perfect place 

to test your skills, learn from others and 

connect with fellow chess enthusiasts. 

Career Coach in the Library ES 


Tuesdays, 3/5, 3/19, 4/2, 4/16 • 

1 – 4 pm 

Drop in for a consultation with a Career 

Coach from workNet Batavia! Service also 

available in Spanish. 

CyberSecurity R 



With this class, business owners and 

individuals will learn to identify cyberattacks 

and how to protect themselves. 

Google Sites Series R { 

Wednesdays, 4/10 - 4/17 • 7 pm 

Learn how Google Sites allows users to 

create, design and add function to your 

own website in this two-part series. 

Computers 101 Series R { 

Tuesdays, 4/16 - 4/30 • 10:30 am 

New to computers or need a refresher to 

get started? Learn how to use the mouse 

and keyboard, and browse the internet 

and more. 

Introduction to Canva R 


Learn to create and edit eye-catching 

designs, and use built-in templates to 

create your next flyer, card or graphics. 

Exploring Artificial 

Intelligence R 

Wednesday, 4/24 • 7 pm 

Explore different types of AI programs 

and how to use newly developed tools to 

your advantage. 

AARP Smart Driver Course R 


3/21 - 3/22 • 10 am – 2 pm 

This 2-day, 8-hour class meeting will 

explore how adults (55+) can continue 

driving safer. Cost is $20 for AARP members & $25 

for non-members (required first day of class). 

EngAGE Café 


Thursdays, 3/28, 4/25 • 10 – 11 am 

NEW day and time. Connect with other 

seniors to review tech bytes and to make 

crafts for nursing home residents. 

Coffee with the Mayor 


Monday, 4/22 • 6 – 7 pm 

Come hear about the latest developments 

and get your questions answered. 

Microsoft 

Excel Series R { 

Learn how to use Microsoft Excel to 

manipulate, format, and organize numbers 

and other types of data. 


Tuesdays, 3/5-4/2 • 5:30 pm 


Session 1: Wednesdays, 3/6-4/3 • 7 pm 

Session 2: Mondays, 4/15-5/13 • 7 pm 

PowerPoint Series R { 

Tuesdays, 3/19, 3/26 • 7 pm 

Learn how to use Microsoft PowerPoint to 

create, design and edit presentations. 

Word Series R { 

Session 1: Mondays, 3/4-3/25 • 7 pm 

Session 2: Tuesdays, 4/16-5/7 • 7 pm 

Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft Word 

to create, format, edit and design. 

{Classes with this symbol are 

sponsored by Comcast Internet 

Essentials to help bridge the 

digital divide and foster digital literacy skills. For more 

information on Comcast Internet Essentials programs, 

visit www.internetessentials.com 

VolunteerPalooza 

Main Library 

Saturday, 4/27 • 11 am – 2 pm 

Drop in and visit with community groups 

to learn about their volunteer needs. 

Library in the Community 

Elgin Memory Café 

Stanley’s Grill 

335 N McLean Blvd., South Elgin 

Tuesdays, 3/12, 4/9 • 4 – 5:30 pm 

Those with mild cognitive impairment, 

Alzheimer’s or a related dementia and 

their care partners are invited for a 

social event and to learn about available 

resources. RSVP 847-289-5848. 


Adults 

Women’s History Month 

Strictly Self-Defense R 



In honor of International Woman’s 

Day, participate in a free self-defense 

program. Lindsey Daehnke’s goal is to 

empower members of her community 

to make smart decisions while working 

and living, by creating awareness 

around the importance of having a 

self-defense mindset. 

Herstory: Stories of Elgin 

Women with Linda Rock R 


Thursday, 3/7 • 6:30 pm 

Linda Rock will bring to life a variety of 

Elgin women from the past, including 

Laura Raymond Gifford, Mary Carpenter 

Lord and Alice Byrd Potter. 

Women with Purpose Group: 

International Women’s Day R ES 



Join and meet working women and 

young dreamers in the commemoration 

of “International Women’s Day.” We will 

have information, music, snacks, and 

many surprises. 

Chair Tai Chi: Healing 

Movement for Every Body R 



Get fit and boost immunity with fun 

workouts, acupressure and exercises for 

common issues like arthritis and 

carpal tunnel. 

Gratitude and Well-Being: 

Meditation and Chair Yoga R 

Rakow Branch Corridor West 


Join Danae Mollitor and Rise Jones for a 

poetry reading and chair yoga. 

Decorate Your Walls with Paint R 



Learn ways to decorate with paint to 

transform a room in just a few hours. 

Presenters: Bill Lowe from BJL Design Services & Janet 

Miller from Sherwin-Williams. 

Improving Communication 

with Others R 


Monday, 3/18 • 6:30 pm 

Master healthy communication to express 

needs and respond productively. Presenter: 

Marissa Raglin, Nationally Board-Certified Therapist. 

Watershed Health: What Can I 

Do at Home? R 

Down to the Creek Series 



Jessica Mino of The Conservation 

Foundation will contrast the effects of 

rain hitting lawn versus natural habitats 

like woodlands and prairies. 

Baking with Tea R 



The aromas and flavors of tea add an 

exciting dimension to traditional baking. 

Presenter: Kristyn Slick, cooking instructor. 

Lao Connection R 


Saturday, 3/30 • 10:30 am 

Join us for an opportunity to reconnect, 

share and learn some fun positive life 

experiences from one another. Program 

will be conducted in Lao and English. Facilitator: 

Douangchay Hedstrom. Guest Speaker: Life Enrichment 

Manager, Glenna Godinsky will share relaxation tips for 

family members caring for loved ones. 

Making the Most of 

Social Security R 



Learn ways that will empower you to 

make the most advantageous decisions 

for your retirement income. Presenter: Stacy 

Bromann, Social Security expert from The Dala Group. 

Spring Cleaning with 

Essential Oils R 


Saturday, 4/13 • 10:30 am 

Learn a healthy way to clean tough stains, 

grease and messes in the home. 

Springtime in Italy R 



Cook up some recipe ideas that capture 

the essence of Italian spring cuisine. 

Presenter: Kristyn Slick, cooking instructor. 

That’s in Illinois? Exploring 

Illinois’ State Park System R 



Join travel lover and retired nurse, Celeste 

Brown, on her quest to visit each Illinois 

State Park — there are about 150. Discover 

the diverse wildlife and landscapes along 

the way. 

Beginner’s Guide to Soap 

Making: Cold Process R 


Sunday, 4/21 • 1 pm 

Learn how to make soap at home using 

the cold process. 

Arts & Crafts 

PhD (Projects Half Done) Club 


Mondays, 3/4, 4/1 • 6 – 7:30 pm 

Bring your PhD (project half done) 

and join others to work on unfinished 

projects together. 

Crochet Club R 


Mondays, 3/11, 4/8 • 6:30 pm 

Bring a project to work on. All skill levels. 

Crafty Cats (Create & Talk) 


Wednesdays, 3/20, 4/17 • 5:30 – 7 pm 

Chat while you craft! Bring your own 

projects and supplies. 

Crochet Granny Squares R 


Tuesday, 4/16 • 6:30 pm 

Learn how to crochet granny squares 

to create coasters, blankets and quilts, 

handbags, cushions and more. 

Community Sewing Circle R 

Main Library Meadows Community Room B 


Join us in this welcoming space for 

sewers of all skill levels to learn, create 

and connect. Bring your equipment and a 

project to work on. 


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Adults 

April is National Poetry 

Month 

Welcome Elgin’s Newest 

Poet Laureate R 

Main Library Mike Alft River Room 

Sunday, 3/3 • 1 pm 

Join Elgin’s new Poet Laureate and Gail 

Borden Library employee, Aron Ryan, for 

a special reception featuring fine poetry 

and light refreshments. 

Poetry Writers Workshop R 

Hybrid – Main Library Grove Room & Zoom 

Mondays, 3/4, 4/1 • 6:30 pm 

Poets will share their work in a supportive 

environment. Facilitator: Elgin Poet Laureate 

Emeritus Gareth Mann. 

Writers on the Fox R 


Thursdays, 3/7, 4/4 • 7 pm 

This writer’s peer group will inspire and 

motivate you using prompts and exercises 

for creative writing of any genre. 

Poetry Alive R 



Celebrate National Poetry Month with 

Elgin Poet Laureate Emeritus, Gareth 

Mann, and other local poets. 

Genealogy 

Elgin Genealogical Society 


Tuesdays, 3/5, 4/2 • 9:30 – 11 am 

Main Library Meadows Community Room C 

Thursdays, 3/21, 4/18 • 7 – 8:30 pm 


Research Assistance 

Main Library 2nd Floor – Genealogy 

Tuesdays, 3/5, 4/2 • 11:30 am – 1:30 pm 

Thursdays, 3/14, 4/11 • 9:30 – 11:30 am 

Wednesdays, 3/20, 4/17 • Noon – 2 pm 

Receive one-on-one genealogy assistance 

from Elgin Genealogical Society volunteers. 


Writers’ Group 

Mondays • 10 – 11 am 

3/11 Main Library Grove Room 

4/8 Main Library Conference Room 

This special interest group encourages 

and assists with writing family stories and 

histories. Participants share their stories for 

help with ideas, clarification and resources. 

Music gailborden.info/music 

Dundee Scottish Pipe Band R 

Rakow Branch 

Saturday, 3/30 • 2 pm 

Celebrate spring with a Scottish jig and 

hear three musicians play the bagpipes! 

Elgin Symphony Orchestra 

Listeners Club R 

Main Library 

Meadows Community Rooms 

Wednesday, 4/3 • Noon 

This interactive lecture/discussion 

series meets during the week of the 

ESO’s Classics Masterworks series and 

will broaden your understanding of the 

music that will be performed. 

Nothing But Treble R 

Rakow Branch 

Sunday, 4/7 • 2:30 pm 

A local chorus will sing an outstanding 

repertoire for women’s voices of every 

genre with a strong nod to female 

composers and music from around 

the world. 

Chicago Jazz Pianist 

Chris White: An Evening 

of Popular Jazz Music! R 



Celebrate National Jazz Month with 

Chicago-area jazz pianist, Chris 

White, a talented musical artist who 

has performed in some of Chicago’s 

top clubs. 

Earth Day: Native vs. Invasive 

Plants w/ Corey from Kane 

County Wild Ones R 


Monday, 4/22 • 12:30 pm 

Celebrate Earth Day with a lunchtime 

program on identifying native vs. invasive 

plant species, followed by a hike* around 

the Main Library. *Weather-permitting. 

Garden Chat Discussion Group R 

Rakow Branch 

Tuesdays, 3/19, 4/16 • 2 pm 

Do you enjoy gardening or have questions 

or information to share? 

Celebrate National Garden 

Month with Elgin Garden Club & 

Kane County Wild Ones R 



Learn about gardening for the future by 

becoming part of a gardening movement 

that heals the land while providing for the 

other beings who share it. 

Sunday Afternoon Concerts R 


Sundays • 2 pm 

3/10 The Academy at the Music 

Institute of Chicago 

Enjoy an afternoon of classical 

favorites including Beethoven, 

Brahms, Grieg, and Prokofiev 

performed by exceptional young 

musicians from the nationallyrecognized 

training center, the 

Music Institute of Chicago. 

4/14 Hollis Prize Winner’s Recital 

Millikin University’s School of 

Music is pleased to present 

the 2024 Hollis Prize Winner’s 

Recital made possible through 

the generosity of MU’s 

alumnus, Dr. Kimm Hollis. 

Stay tuned for the winner. 

Challenges To Intellectual 

Freedom - It’s Not Just About 

Banning Books R 


Tuesday, 4/23 • 6:30 pm 

Illinois is the first state to ban book bans, 

but the threat to democracy persists. 

Find out how book banning affects 

communities and how libraries and 

school boards are responding. Presenter: 

Joyce McIntosh, Assistant Program Director for the 

Freedom to Read Foundation (FTRF). 

Lawyer in the Library ES 


Thursday, 4/25 • 6 – 7:30 pm 

Walk in for a free, 15-minute legal 

consultation. In partnership with the Kane County 

Law Library & Self Help Legal Center. 

Home Buyer’s Workshop R ES 



Spanish 4:30 pm • English 6 pm 


Saturday, 4/13 • 9:30 am 

Gain valuable resources to get you on the 

path to homeownership! Professionals 

from various areas of the home buying 

process will present and be available for 

questions. Presented by KCT Credit Union. 


Adults 

Virtual Author Talks 

The programs below are virtual. 

Please register to receive Zoom link. R 

3/6 - 3 pm - Dinners With Ruth: 

A Memoir on the Power of 

Friendships with NPR Legal Affairs 

Correspondent Nina Totenberg R 

3/14 - 3 pm - 20 Years of Dragon- 

Riding in YA Fantasy with 

International Bestselling Author 

Christopher Paolini R 

3/21 - 6 pm - On Retelling 

Greek Classics: An Exploration 

of the Modern Epics with 

Madeline Miller R 

4/2 - 1 pm - The Foods, People, 

and Innovations That Feed Us– 

A Sweeping History of Food and 

Culture with Smithsonian Curator 

Paula J. Johnson R 

4/9 - 1 pm - From Murder to 

Atonement–Confronting 

My Son’s Killer - with Diane Foley 

& Colum McCann R 

4/17 - 7 pm - A Literary Examination 

of Power, Love, and Art - with 

Xochitl Gonzalez R 

Language 

English Conversation Group R 

Hybrid – Main Library & Zoom 

Tuesdays • 6:30 pm 

Grove Room 3/5, 3/19, 3/26, 4/2, 4/16, 

4/23, 4/30 

Conference Room 3/12 

Meadows Community Room 4/9 

Go Bilingual R ES 

Wednesdays • 6 pm 

Main Library Grove Room 3/6, 3/20 

Main Library Elgin Room 3/13, 4/3, 

4/10, 4/17, 4/24 

Learn at the Library with native English 

and Spanish speakers. 

French Conversation Group R 

Main Library Conference Room 

Saturdays, 3/9, 4/13 • 10:30 am 

Facilitator: Sue Aissaoui. 

Author Talks 

Publish like a Pro with Laura: 

New Book Launch, Tips and Talk R 


Saturday, 3/16 • 1 pm 

Lao author, speaker, and coach, 

Elgin’s Niphaphone “Laura” 

Robertson, will discuss her 

newest book, Noy’s Journey to 

Belonging and share tips on 

how to publish a book. 

Marguerite, Misty, & Me with 

Author Susan Friedland R 



Author/horse lover Susan 

Friedland loved Marguerite 

Henry’s Misty books when 

she was growing up. Hear her 

discoveries of Henry’s life in 

Kane County where the real 

Misty was stabled. 

Lost Lady: The Lady Elgin 

Tragedy: The Shipwreck of 

the Lady Elgin R 



Join author Paul Timm (pen 

name M Paul Hollander) as he 

shares his research, personal 

connection and book inspired 

by this American disaster. 

Spanish Café 

Conversation Group R ES 


Mondays, 3/11, 3/25, 4/8, 4/22 • Noon 

Intermediate level participants will 

practice conversations in Spanish by 

doing activities in the library or visiting 

places in the community. 

German Conversation Group R 

Hybrid – Main Library Grove Room & Zoom 

Wednesdays, 3/27, 4/24 • 7 pm 

Facilitator: Barbara Laane. 

Citizenship Conversation 

Group R ES 


Thursdays, 3/7, 3/21 & 4/4, 4/18 • 

6:30 pm 

Using USCIS material that includes civics 

questions, the application form and other 

requirements for the citizenship interview, 

students build confidence learning 

English. Led by a Literacy Connection tutor. 

Book Clubs & Discussion 

Groups 

Armchair Generals 

Main Library Meadows Community Room C 

Monday 4/8 • 11:45 am – 1:15 pm 

Grant, Episode 3: “Freedom’s Champion” 

Walking Book Club 


Wednesdays, 3/6 – 4/24 • 7 pm 

March Stolen by Ann-Helén Laestadius 

April The Glass Château 

by Stephen P. Kiernan 

Great Books Discussion Group R 

Hybrid – Main Library Conference Room & Zoom 


3/11 The Merchant of Venice 

by William Shakespeare [play] 

4/8 As I Lay Dying 

by William Faulkner [novel] 

Co-sponsored by the American Association of University Women 

Elgin Area Branch. Facilitated by Barbara Njus and Gail Cohen. 

Contemporary Book Group 



3/18 Killers of the Flower Moon 

by David Grann 

4/15 Happiness Falls by Angie Kim 

Rakow Readers Book Club R 


Mondays • 1:30 PM 

3/25 Just a Regular Boy 

by Catherine Ryan Hyde 

4/22 The House is on Fire 

by Rachel Beanland 

LGBTQ+ Book Club 



All are welcome to read and discuss 

LGBTQ+ literature. This month’s book is 

Olga Dies Dreaming by Xochitl Gonzalez. 

Upstate 8 High School 

Conference Art Show 


3/4 – 3/31 

This show will include artwork from students 

at all 10 high schools in the Upstate 8 

Conference – Bartlett, East Aurora, Larkin, 

Fenton, Glenbard East, Glenbard South, Elgin, 

South Elgin, Streamwood and West Chicago. 

Awakenings Art Exhibit 


4/12 – 5/17 

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. 

The work of Elgin artists will be featured in 

this special art exhibit by The Awakenings 

Project, whose mission is to foster, advance, 

and support the creative efforts of artists 

with mental illnesses and/or addictions. 



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en español 

Para Familias 

Noche familiar de Lotería R 

salones Sally Lee 

lunes, 4 de mar. y 8 de abr. • 7 pm 

¡Acompáñenos a una noche familiar 

divertida con el juego tradicional 

Mexicano, Lotería! Favor de registrar a 

cada persona que estará jugando. 

Niños Exploran R 


martes, 5 de mar. • 4 pm 

Grados 1-3. Acompaña a la Sra. Emily 

mientras exploramos lo que la primavera 

tiene que ofrecer con una actividad, 

manualidad y más. 

Semana Nacional de la Biblioteca 

Comparte tu historia de 

Gail Borden Library 

Biblioteca Principal 

8-12 de abr. • 4 - 4:30 pm 

Sucursal Rakow 

9 de abr. • 4:30 - 5 pm 

150 

Sucursal South Elgin 

11 de abr. • 4:30 - 5 pm 

Por favor, sea parte de nuestro aniversario 

compartiendo sus recuerdos de la 

Biblioteca Gail Borden a través de vídeo. 

Foto con personaje de perro 

policía 

miércoles, 10 de abr. • 4 - 5 pm 

Los niños y las familias que muestran los 

materiales prestados pueden 

tomar una foto con este 

carácter favorito. 

Manualidades para 

adultos 

Cuentas-Perlitas de plástico R 

salón Sally Lee Fox 

miércoles, 20 de mar. • 3:30 pm 

Aprende a hacer una flor de perlitas de 

plástico para la primavera. 

Crea tus propias pegatinas R 

Salón Grove 

miércoles, 3 de abr. • 3:30 pm 

Aprende a hacer tus propias pegatinas 

con tu nombre con una máquina de corte 

de vinilo. Se proporcionará material. 

Programa en español para la 

familia 


jueves, 7, 14, 21 de mar. y 11, 18, 25 de 

abr. • 6:30 – 7:15 pm 

Este programa en español variará, desde 

cuentos hasta manualidades y más. Para 

familias con niños de 3 años en adelante. 

Actividad familiar: Piñatas R 


lunes, 15 de abr. • 6:30 pm 

Acompáñanos a pasar un rato con tu 

familia creando una piñata juntos. 

Para Adultos 

Reuniones para 

Padres de Estudiantes 

Por el Comité Asesor de Padres 

Bilingües (BPAC) 

salón Elgin 

miércoles, 6 de mar. • 6:30 – 8 pm 

Participe y establezca una voz eficaz. 

Grupo de Mujeres con 

Propósito: Día Internacional 

de la Mujer R 

salones de la Comunidad 

Sábado, 9 de mar. • 11 am 

Únete y conoce mujeres y jóvenes 

trabajadoras y soñadoras en la 

conmemoración del “Día Internacional 

de la Mujer.” 

Ayuda con tecnología: 

Hoopla y Pressreader 

vestibulo 

los lunes, 11 y 18 de mar. • 5 – 6 pm 

¿Sabías que tienes acceso a películas, 

revistas y libros en línea usando tu tarjeta 

de la biblioteca? ¿No tienes una tarjeta 

de la biblioteca? ¡Regístrese para obtener 

una tarjeta hoy! 

Círculo de Lectura en español: 

Lee, Conversa, Comparte R 

salón Elgin 

jueves, 21 de mar. y 18 de abr. • 6 pm 

Cada mes leemos una lectura 

hispanoamericana corta del libro 

Abriendo puertas: Ampliando perspectivas. 

Hay copias del libro en la biblioteca. 

21 de mar.: El Chac Mool 

por Carlos Fuentes. 

18 de abr.: Y no se lo tragó la tierra y 

la noche Buena 

por Tomás Rivera 

Todos los programas estarán en la biblioteca principal a menos que se indique lo contrario. 

¡Celebremos el Día del niño! 

salones de la comunidad 

domingo, 28 de abr. • 

1-2 pm & 3-4 pm 

Acompáñanos a celebrar 

los niños en este día 

con un cuento y nuestro 

invitado especial: 

Chuponcito el payaso. 

Esta presentación 

incluye juegos, magia, 

malabares y diversión. 

100 Historias 

Facebook www.gbpl.info/fbvirtual 

los jueves, 21 de mar. y 18 de abr. • 

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 por el maestro Raúl Castillo. 

Orientación acerca del 

transporte público R 


jueves, 11 de abr. • 6 pm 

¿Sabías que puedes planificar tu viaje 

en el servicio público y que hay opciones 

accesibles para los adultos mayores y 

personas con discapacidad? 

Abogado en la Biblioteca 


jueves, 25 de abr. • 6 – 7:30 pm 

Servicio sin cita previa para ayudarle 

con sus preguntas legales. Proporcionado en 

asociación con la Biblioteca de Derecho y el Centro 

Legal de Autoayuda del Condado de Kane. 

Cómo evitar estafas 

salón Elgin 

martes, 5 de mar. • 6 – 8 pm 

Conozca las tendencias recientes en 

estafas, cómo protegerse de ellas y qué 

hacer si lo engañan. Se proporcionarán 

refrigerios. Presentado por AgeGuide 

Northeastern Illinois. 

Loteria 

salones de la comunidad Meadows 

20 de mar. y 17 de abr. • 6 – 7 pm 

Disfruta de refrigerios ligeros en un ambiente 

relajado y divertido. ¡Habrá premios! 

10 R=Registration R=Regístrese • required Tres maneras: • Three en ways línea to en register: gailborden.info/eventos Online at gailborden.info/register • por teléfono 847-429-4597 • Call 847-429-4597 • en persona • In person

Todos los programas estarán en la biblioteca principal a menos que se indique lo contrario. 

Aprender 

Idiomas 

Estrategias de 

pronunciación R 


Sábados, 2, 9, 16 de mar. y 6, 13, 

20, 27 de abr. • 10 am 

Los estudiantes intermedios practicarán 

la pronunciación del inglés, incluida 

la entonación y el acento para la 

conversación. 

Grupo de Conversación en 

Inglés R 

los martes • 6:30 pm 

hibrido – salón Grove y Zoom 

5, 19, 26 de mar. y 2, 16, 23, 

30 de abr. 

hibrido – salón de conferencias y Zoom 

12 de mar. 

hibrido – salón de la comunidad C y Zoom 

9 de abr. 

Participantes de nivel intermedio, 

practican conversaciones en inglés, 

adquieren confianza y mejoran su 

pronunciación. Liderado por un tutor de Literacy 

Connection. 

Go Bilingual R 

los miércoles • 6 pm 

salón Grove 

6 y 20 de mar. 

salón Elgin 

13 de mar. y 3, 10, 17, 24 de abr. 

Participa con otras personas que hablan 

español o inglés como primer idioma. 

Café en Español / 

Grupo de Conversación 

salón Grove 

los lunes • 12 pm 

11 y 25 de mar., 8 y 22 de abr. 

Participantes de nivel intermedio 

practicarán conversaciones en español 

realizando actividades en la biblioteca o 

visitando lugares de la comunidad. 

Servicios Sociales Bilingües 

A partir del 1 de marzo, el departamento 

de Servicios Sociales Bilingües de la 

biblioteca ofrecerá atención sin cita 

previa. El horario de atención sin cita 

previa será todos los martes y jueves 

de 7 a 9 pm. Las sesiones de 15 minutos 

estarán disponibles por orden de llegada. 

Si tiene alguna pregunta, comuníquese con Servicios 

Sociales al 847-695-4668. 

Ciudadanía 

Información sobre Ciudadanía 

y Renovación de DACA 

Sábados • 11 am – 2 pm 

salón de la comunidad C 

2 de mar. y 6, 20 de abr. 


23 de mar. 

Conozca más sobre los servicios de 

ciudadanía y renovación de DACA que 

ofrecemos. Becas están disponibles para 

aquellos que califiquen. En asociación con 

YWCA Elgin. 

Clases de Ciudadanía R 

los martes • 5 pm 

salón de la comunidad A 

5 de mar. 

salón Elgin 

19 de mar. y 2, 16 de abr. 

salón de entrenamiento de computación 

12 de mar. y 9 de abr. 

Esta serie cubrirá las preguntas cívicas en 

español en preparación para el examen 

de ciudadanía. Para obtener más información, 

comuníquese con Annie Jarvis de YWCA (331) 442-6358. 

Grupo de Conversación 

para la Ciudadanía R 

salón de conferencias 

Jueves, 7, 21 de mar. y 4, 18 de abr. • 

6:30 pm 

Usando material de USCIS que incluye 

preguntas de educación cívica, el 

formulario de solicitud y otros requisitos 

para la entrevista de ciudadanía. Los 

estudiantes desarollarán confianza para 

aprender inglés. 

Entrenador de Carrera 


los martes • 1 - 4 pm 

5, 19 de mar. y 2, 16 de abr. 

Reúnase con un entrenador de carrera 

de workNet Batavia para hablar sobre 

búsqueda de empleo, carreras, y más. 

Clases de Computación 

No hay costo ni hay que tener tarjeta 

de la biblioteca. Al registrarte para la 

primera clase quedarás inscrito en todas 

las sesiones. 

Curso básicos de 

computación R 


Los sábados • 1 pm 

2 de mar. Ratón y Teclado 

9 de mar. Introducción a 

la computación 

16 de mar. Windows 10 

6 de abr. Correo Electrónico 

Esta serie es para principiantes, para 

aprender destrezas básicas. 

Serie de programas de 

Microsoft Office R 


Los sábados • 1 pm 

13 de abr. Microsoft Word 

20 de abr. Microsoft Excel 

27 de abr. Microsoft Power Point 

Aprenderás a utilizar las herramientas 

que te brindan estos programas. 

Finanzas 

Aprende cómo preparar tus 

finanzas para comprar una casa 

salón Elgin 

Sábado, 16 de mar. • 10 – 11:30 am 

Aprende cómo administrar tu dinero y tus 

finanzas, qué son los puntajes de crédito, 

el manejo de tus obligaciones financieras 

y los fondos disponibles para obtener 

la aprobación de una hipoteca para la 

compra de tu casa. 

Taller para Compradores de 

Vivienda R 

sucursal South Elgin 

jueves, 28 de mar. 

4:30 pm en Espanol o 6 pm en Ingles 

salónes de la Comunidad AB 

Sábado, 13 de abr. • 11:30 am 

Profesionales de diversos aspectos del 

proceso de compra de una vivienda se 

presentarán y estarán disponibles para 

preguntas. Presentado por KCT Credit Union. 


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Board of Trustees: 

Board of Trustees: 

Jean 

Jean Bednar, 

Bednar, 

President 

President 

Elizabeth 

Amanda Garcia, 

Kruger, 

Vice 

Vice 

President 

President 

Patricia 

Tiffany Henderson, 

Harkin, Secretary 

Secretary 

Amanda 

Amy Prochot, 

Garcia 

Treasurer 

Herb 

Laura 

Gross 

Bedolla 

Tiffany 

Elisa Lara 

Henderson 

Joy Symonds 

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Library Services. 

Library Closings 

All Library locations will be closed 

on 3/31 for the Easter holiday and 

4/26 for Staff Training Day. 

Passport services will be unavailable. 

Spring Primary 2024: Early 

Voting and Election Day 

2nd floor of the Main Library 

Open to all Kane County precincts. 

Early Voting 

March 4-8 Mon-Fri 9 am – 5 pm 

March 9 Sat 9 am – 12 pm 

March 10 Sun 10 am – 4 pm 

March 11-15 Mon-Fri 9 am – 7 pm 

March 16 Sat 8 am – 4 pm 

March 17 Sun 10 am – 4 pm 

March 18 Mon 9 am – 4 pm 

Election Day Voting 


Open to all Kane County precincts. 

March 19 Tues 6 am – 7 pm 

Employee Recognition 

for 150 Years 

Are you a former Gail Borden 

Library employee and interested in 

getting together for an anniversary 

gathering? Please email Linda at 

lniemisto@gailborden.info with your updated 

contact information. 

Free Tax Preparation 


Saturdays, 3/2 – 4/13 • 9 am – 1 pm 

Thursdays, 3/7 – 4/18 • 4 – 8 pm 

Free tax preparation for individuals and 

families who qualify for the Volunteer 

Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. 

This service is by appointment only. Call 

847-529-1440 to make an appointment. 

Foundation Book Sale 

Main Library 

Meadows Community Rooms & Lobby 

3/13 Preview Night 5 – 8:30 pm 

($10 Admission Fee) 

3/14 9 am – 8 pm 

3/15 9 am – 5 pm 

3/16 9 am – 5 pm 

3/17 Noon – 4 pm 

Thousands of books and media 

for adults and children will be 

for sale at the annual 

Library Foundation 

Book Sale, including 

thousands of digital 

media such as audio 

books, DVDs, and 

more. Proceeds help 

support literacy 

programs and 

special exhibits 

at the library. 

gbpl.info/booksale 

$1.50 Deals for our 

150 th Anniversary! 

Library officials are pleased that 

partners will be offering $1.50 specials 

in honor of the Library’s 150 th Anniversary this year. 

March - Library McDouble 

Bear Family McDonald’s is 

offering a $1.50 McDouble* 

throughout March at any of their seven local 

locations. *You must mention the $1.50 Library McDouble 

upon ordering to receive discount. Max of 5 per order. 

Not available through the Mobile App or McDelivery. 

Elgin Locations: 401 Summit St., 

1165 N. McLean Blvd., 1480 Larkin Ave., 

255 S. Randall Rd., 816 St Charles St. 

South Elgin Location: 100 N. McLean Blvd., 

453 Redington Dr. 

April - Library Piggy Bank 

KCT Credit Union is offering their 

iconic piggy bank for $1.50. People 

may purchase these banks at any of the 

KCT Branches. 

Longtime Library supporter, KCT helps 

people live better lives financially. KCT believes in 

the principle of serving their member-owners with 

financial literacy and education. 

We appreciate our partners for supporting the Library 

and library initiatives throughout the years, and even 

more this year for our momentous occasion. Check 

back next newsletter to see more local deals!

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