Play on the Patio
Main Library Early Learning Center Patio
Fridays, 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22
10 am – Noon
Preschoolers will cultivate new play experiences each week with different activities. (Weather-dependent.)
A Week of Play!
Main Library | July 5 – 10
Grades K & up. Drop in this week for extra-special games, crafts, experimentsand other adventures.
Preschool Dance Party
Main Library Outdoor Stage
Thursday, July 14 | 10:30 – 11 am
Ages 2-6 with an adult caregiver. Join us for an active outdoor program of music, stories and rhymes.
Please register!
Please register!
Alina Celeste & Mi Amigo
Hamlet - A Bilingual Family Concert
Main Library Outdoor Stage
Monday, July 18 | 7 – 8 pm
Come sing, dance, and learn Spanish & English in a joyful blend of cultures, sound and language on this musical journey of contemporary rumbaflamenco, Caribbean beats and bluegrass in a celebration of love, acceptance and diversity.
Model Railroad Exhibition
Main Library Meadows Community Rooms
Saturday, 7/23 | 9 am – 5 pm
Sunday, 7/24 | Noon – 3 pm
Drop by to see the fun and inspiring Ho Scale Model Railroading exhibit by the Kane County Model Railroad Club.
Baking for Kids:
Summer Berry Crumble
Virtual via Facebook Live: gbpl.info/FBLV
Thursday, August 4 | 4 – 4:45 pm
Summer berries are in season and so sweet. Join Miss Jen to make a simple end-of-summer dessert that is both easy and BERRY delicious.
Macaroni Soup with Miss Carole
Main Library Meadows Community Rooms
Wednesday, August 24
10 – 11 am
Macaroni Soup with Miss Carole is brain food and body fuel!
Please register!
Please register!
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Messy Play Friday
Rakow Branch Outdoor Program
Fridays, 7/1-8/12 | 10 – 11 am
Fridays, 7/1-8/12 | 10 – 11 am
Ages 3-6. Join us for fun outdoor activities. Dress appropriately and come ready to play and have fun. (Weather-dependent.)
Whip Guy!
Main Library Outdoor Stage
Monday, July 11 | 7 – 8 pm
Whip up some fun with Adam “Crack” Winrich the whip cracker! Adam is a 30-time Guinness World Record holder for whip cracking, with his latest for most fire whips. In case of inclement weather, the program will be moved to the Meadows Community Rooms.
Stories at Lords Park Zoo
Under the Hickory Tree
Lords Park Zoo
325 Hiawatha Dr, Elgin 60120
Thursdays, 7/14, 8/11
Thursdays, 7/14, 8/11
11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Bring a blanket or chair to sit on and listen to stories about bison, cows, sheep and other animals. The book bike will have books to check out so bring your library card.
Bring a blanket or chair to sit on and listen to stories about bison, cows, sheep and other animals. The book bike will have books to check out so bring your library card.
Happy Hatch Day, Rocket the Turtle!
A Drop-In Birthday Celebration
Main Library Sally Lee Rooms
Friday, July 22 | 1 – 3 pm
Everyone’s favorite library turtle is turning 20! Come to the party and help us celebrate with stories, crafts, games and turtle fun.
Family Yoga
Main Library Outdoor Stage
Saturdays, 7/30, 8/13 | 10 – 11 am
Families will participate in a series of beginner yoga poses, read a story, and make a craft. If you have a yoga mat, you are welcome to bring it. If not, a beach towel will be provided.
Please register for July 30th!
Please register for August 13th!
Please register for July 30th!
Please register for August 13th!
Touch a Truck
Main Library
Monday, August 8 | 6 – 8 pm
Kids will be able to climb on an Elgin fire engine, an Elgin police car, school bus, ambulance and more at this fun, outdoor event.