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(ESL) English as a Second Language

Inglés como Segundo Idioma
2025-02-13 09:15:00 2025-02-13 12:00:00 America/Chicago (ESL) English as a Second Language Free English Classes for adults at the library. Clases de inglés gratuitas para adultos en la biblioteca. Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room B (R117B)

Thursday, February 13
9:15am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-02-13 09:15:00 2025-02-13 12:00:00 America/Chicago (ESL) English as a Second Language Free English Classes for adults at the library. Clases de inglés gratuitas para adultos en la biblioteca. Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room B (R117B)

Ela Area Public Library

Meeting Room B (R117B)

Free English Classes for adults at the library. Clases de inglés gratuitas para adultos en la biblioteca.

Free English Classes for adults at the library.
Clases de inglés gratuitas para adultos en la biblioteca.

Clases: 9:15am - 12:00pm y 6:00-8:30pm martes y jueves. 

Classes will be held in various locations throughout the library.
Las clases se llevarán a cabo en diferentes lugares de la biblioteca.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Classes |

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Ela Area Public Library
Phone: 847-438-3433
Fax: 847-438-9290
Hours
Mon, Feb 17 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Feb 18 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Feb 19 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Feb 20 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Feb 21 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Feb 22 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Feb 23 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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(ESL) English as a Second Language - Inglés como Segundo Idioma
Tue, Feb 18, 9:15am - 12:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room B (R117B)
Free English Classes for adults at the... more
Free English Classes for adults at the library. Clases de inglés gratuitas para adultos en la biblioteca.
Memory Cafe
Tue, Feb 18, 10:00am - 11:30am
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A (R117A)
People experiencing memory loss due to... more
People experiencing memory loss due to Alzheimer's disease or other cognitive issues are invited to attend with care partners. For questions call BACOA at 847 381-5030.
Registration is now closed
Drop-In Storytime
Tue, Feb 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
Stop by with your kiddo for a casual... more
Stop by with your kiddo for a casual storytime experience.
Canva Basics
Tue, Feb 18, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Adult Computer Lab (R202)
Learn how to use the free graphic design... more
Learn how to use the free graphic design website Canva to make marketing materials such as fliers, social media graphics, & even menus and invitations. Registration opens Feb. 1.
Registration is now closed
Rescheduled
Great Decisions
Tue, Feb 18, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
New date Tuesday, February 25, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Ela Area Public Library
Great Decisions is a discussion program... more
Great Decisions is a discussion program on world affairs that meets eight times throughout the year.
Cartooning with Mark Anderson (grades K-5) - Gnow Your Gnomes
Tue, Feb 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Join Mark for a lively, interactive... more
Join Mark for a lively, interactive cartooning class. The library will provide your supplies.
Registration is now closed
Unicorn Door Sign
Tue, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)
Embellish a wooden unicorn silhouette... more
Embellish a wooden unicorn silhouette with an array of artificial flowers to create a charming door decoration!
Registration is now closed
Board of Trustees Regular Monthly meeting - Board of Trustees meeting
Tue, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
Board of Trustees monthly meeting
(ESL) English as a Second Language - Inglés como Segundo Idioma
Tue, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room B (R117B)
Free English Classes for adults at the... more
Free English Classes for adults at the library. Clases de inglés gratuitas para adultos en la biblioteca.
Kiddie Crafternoon (grades K-2) - paper plate aquariums
Wed, Feb 19, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A (R187)
Enjoy an afternoon of crafting with... more
Enjoy an afternoon of crafting with friends and create your own one-of-a-kind project!
Crochet and Cocoa
Wed, Feb 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A (R117A)
Warm up with a cup of cocoa and learn the... more
Warm up with a cup of cocoa and learn the basics of crochet at this cozy gathering. Whether you're a beginner looking to start or a seasoned crocheter bringing your current project, all are welcome.
Slowing Down with Amy Tan (Zoom)
Wed, Feb 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
At Your Home
Join author Amy Tan as she discusses her... more
Join author Amy Tan as she discusses her new book The Backyard Bird Chronicles.
Register
(ESL) English as a Second Language - Inglés como Segundo Idioma
Thu, Feb 20, 9:15am - 12:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room B (R117B)
Free English Classes for adults at the... more
Free English Classes for adults at the library. Clases de inglés gratuitas para adultos en la biblioteca.
Toddler Storytime - Winter Session (18-35 months)
Thu, Feb 20, 9:30am - 10:15am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
There's no sitting still in this lively... more
There's no sitting still in this lively storytime! Together we'll enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes all selected to engage your active toddler. For ages 18-35 months with an adult.
This event is full
Convert Video to Digital Format - *Online Class - email address required*
Thu, Feb 20, 10:00am - 11:30am
Online - Zoom Class
Learn how to easily convert your VHS or... more
Learn how to easily convert your VHS or DVD into a digital format on your flashdrive using one of the digital converters in the Digital Media Lab.
Preschool Storytime - Winter Session (ages 3-5)
Thu, Feb 20, 10:30am - 11:15am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Young children will explore the world... more
Young children will explore the world through stories, songs, and crafts specifically selected for their developmental stage. For ages 3-5 with an adult.
This event is full
(ESL) English as a Second Language - Inglés como Segundo Idioma
Thu, Feb 20, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room B (R117B)
Free English Classes for adults at the... more
Free English Classes for adults at the library. Clases de inglés gratuitas para adultos en la biblioteca.
Baby Storytime - Winter Session (0-17 months)
Fri, Feb 21, 9:30am - 10:15am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
So much more than stories! Join us for... more
So much more than stories! Join us for lots of movement and smiles as we share songs and rhymes chosen specifically for little ones age 0-17 months with an adult.
This event is full
Baby Storytime - Winter Session (0-17 months)
Fri, Feb 21, 11:00am - 11:45am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
So much more than stories! Join us for... more
So much more than stories! Join us for lots of movement and smiles as we share songs and rhymes chosen specifically for little ones age 0-17 months with an adult.
This event is full
AARP Tax Appointments
Sat, Feb 22, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Registration opens January 1, 2025. Call... more
Registration opens January 1, 2025. Call to schedule your appointment 224-326-0605. AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides tax assistance to anyone, free of charge. Saturdays only.
Science Explorers (ages 3-5)
Mon, Feb 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Explore the wide world of science! We... more
Explore the wide world of science! We will share fun, hands-on activities and experiments. Dress for a mess.
This event is full
Lawyer in the Library, Estate Planning
Mon, Feb 24, 5:00pm - 5:15pm
Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
Attorney Bonnie Weis from Buckley Fine... more
Attorney Bonnie Weis from Buckley Fine Law will answer questions about estate planning.
This event is full
Lawyer in the Library, Estate Planning
Mon, Feb 24, 5:20pm - 5:35pm
Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
Attorney Bonnie Weis from Buckley Fine... more
Attorney Bonnie Weis from Buckley Fine Law will answer questions about estate planning.
This event is full
Lawyer in the Library, Estate Planning
Mon, Feb 24, 5:40pm - 5:55pm
Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
Attorney Bonnie Weis from Buckley Fine... more
Attorney Bonnie Weis from Buckley Fine Law will answer questions about estate planning.
This event is full
Monday Night Movie Night
Mon, Feb 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library
Drop by the Teen Lounge to watch a movie... more
Drop by the Teen Lounge to watch a movie on select Monday Nights. All movies start at 6pm.
Lawyer in the Library, Estate Planning
Mon, Feb 24, 6:00pm - 6:15pm
Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
Attorney Bonnie Weis from Buckley Fine... more
Attorney Bonnie Weis from Buckley Fine Law will answer questions about estate planning.
This event is full
Lawyer in the Library, Estate Planning
Mon, Feb 24, 6:20pm - 6:35pm
Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
Attorney Bonnie Weis from Buckley Fine... more
Attorney Bonnie Weis from Buckley Fine Law will answer questions about estate planning.
This event is full
Lawyer in the Library, Estate Planning
Mon, Feb 24, 6:40pm - 6:55pm
Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
Attorney Bonnie Weis from Buckley Fine... more
Attorney Bonnie Weis from Buckley Fine Law will answer questions about estate planning.
This event is full
(ESL) English as a Second Language - Inglés como Segundo Idioma
Tue, Feb 25, 9:15am - 12:00pm
Ela Area Public Library
Free English Classes for adults at the... more
Free English Classes for adults at the library. Clases de inglés gratuitas para adultos en la biblioteca.
Baby Buddies (0-17 months)
Tue, Feb 25, 9:30am - 11:30am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Stop in for a special baby playtime! You... more
Stop in for a special baby playtime! You and your baby can play and explore sensory bins while visiting with other families. Dress for a mess to create a keepsake art project, while supplies last.
Great Decisions
Tue, Feb 25, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
Great Decisions is a discussion program... more
Great Decisions is a discussion program on world affairs that meets eight times throughout the year.
Email Basics
Tue, Feb 25, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Adult Computer Lab (R202)
Attendees will create a Gmail account,... more
Attendees will create a Gmail account, learn how to perform basic email functions like send, receive & reply to an email, recognize & deal with spam, organize & delete emails & search for messages.
(ESL) English as a Second Language - Inglés como Segundo Idioma
Tue, Feb 25, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Ela Area Public Library
Free English Classes for adults at the... more
Free English Classes for adults at the library. Clases de inglés gratuitas para adultos en la biblioteca.
Kids Book Club (grades 3-5) - A Royal Conundrum
Wed, Feb 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A (R187)
Lisa Yee's book is full of high-tech... more
Lisa Yee's book is full of high-tech gadgets, humor, and lots of cats. We'll create theft-worthy jewels as we discuss A Royal Conundrum. Snacks will be provided.
Advanced Mobile Photography Editing
Wed, Feb 26, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
Creating Art with Your Phone
This event is full
(ESL) English as a Second Language - Inglés como Segundo Idioma
Thu, Feb 27, 9:15am - 12:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room B (R117B)
Free English Classes for adults at the... more
Free English Classes for adults at the library. Clases de inglés gratuitas para adultos en la biblioteca.
On the Good Ship Lollipop: The Life of Shirley Temple (Zoom)
Thu, Feb 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ela Area Public Library
Historian Jim Gibbons will discuss the... more
Historian Jim Gibbons will discuss the life and many accomplishments of Shirley Temple, who has warmed the hearts of many across the generations.
(ESL) English as a Second Language - Inglés como Segundo Idioma
Thu, Feb 27, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room B (R117B)
Free English Classes for adults at the... more
Free English Classes for adults at the library. Clases de inglés gratuitas para adultos en la biblioteca.
Nonfiction Book Club - Master Slave Husband Wife by Ilyon Woo
Thu, Feb 27, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
Join us quarterly to discuss a wide range... more
Join us quarterly to discuss a wide range of nonfiction books. In February, we will meet to discuss the 2024 Pulitzer Prize Winning Biography of Ellen and William Craft, who escaped slavery in 1848.
Library Closed
Fri, Feb 28, All day
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
The library is closed today for Staff... more
The library is closed today for Staff Training. We will reopen on Saturday, March 1 at 9am.
AARP Tax Appointments
Sat, Mar 01, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Registration opens January 1, 2025. Call... more
Registration opens January 1, 2025. Call to schedule your appointment 224-326-0605. AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides tax assistance to anyone, free of charge. Saturdays only.
Sensory Science (ages 3-5)
Mon, Mar 03, 10:00am - 10:45am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Explore the wide world of science! Dress... more
Explore the wide world of science! Dress for a mess as we will share fun, hands-on activities.
Registration opens Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am
Senior Scrabble Club
Mon, Mar 03, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A (R117A)
Senior adults of all skill levels are... more
Senior adults of all skill levels are welcome. Refreshments and supplies will be provided.
Pajama Family Storytime
Mon, Mar 03, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Gather the whole family for fun and cozy... more
Gather the whole family for fun and cozy stories, songs, and a collaborative craft. Pajamas are encouraged!
Bilingual Storytime - ¡hora del cuento bilingüe! (ages 2-6)
Tue, Mar 04, 10:30am - 11:15am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Join us for a bilingual English/Spanish... more
Join us for a bilingual English/Spanish storytime featuring stories, songs, and a craft! You do not need to know how to speak Spanish as we will learn simple vocabulary words together.
Bison Tales and Tall Grass Trails
Tue, Mar 04, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A (R117A)
Join prairie steward and natural history... more
Join prairie steward and natural history writer Cindy Crosby in a discovery of the fascinating stories associated with the history of bison in Illinois’ “Landscape of Home.”
Registration opens Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am
Exploring Space with Coralie Adam (Zoom)
Tue, Mar 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
At Your Home
Get an inside look at the space industry... more
Get an inside look at the space industry with Illinois' own Coralie Adam.
Register
Strategies for a Smarter College Search
Tue, Mar 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
At your home
Learn about the revamped ACT and SATs and... more
Learn about the revamped ACT and SATs and how test-optional can be evaluated with national college expert, Heidi King from College Inside Track at this webinar.
Register
Alzheimer's Support Group
Tue, Mar 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
This monthly drop-in event provides... more
This monthly drop-in event provides information and support to those in a caregiving role. For further information please contact Lisa Gaggiano at Ela Township 55+ (847) 438-9160.
Preschool Playtime (ages 3-5)
Thu, Mar 06, 9:30am - 11:00am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A (R187)
Learn and practice through play!... more
Learn and practice through play! Preschoolers and their grownups can work on important skills for kindergarten during this drop-in workshop designed just for them.
Chair Yoga (Zoom)
Thu, Mar 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ela Area Public Library
Yoga is for every body! Join instructor... more
Yoga is for every body! Join instructor Isabel Raci in a gentle seated yoga and meditation session, perfect for seniors and those with limited mobility. Attend any or all sessions.
Baby Playdate (0-17 months)
Fri, Mar 07, 9:30am - 11:30am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
Stop in for a special baby playtime! You... more
Stop in for a special baby playtime! You and your baby can play and explore sensory bins while visiting with other families. Dress for a mess to create a keepsake art project, while supplies last.
AARP Tax Appointments
Sat, Mar 08, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Registration opens January 1, 2025. Call... more
Registration opens January 1, 2025. Call to schedule your appointment 224-326-0605. AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides tax assistance to anyone, free of charge. Saturdays only.
Drop-In Craft - rainbow pop-ups
Sun, Mar 09, 12:30pm - 4:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A (R187)
Stop by the Children's Department to... more
Stop by the Children's Department to design a unique craft project with the materials provided.
Toddler Storytime - Spring Session (18-35 months)
Mon, Mar 10, 9:30am - 10:15am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
There's no sitting still in this lively... more
There's no sitting still in this lively storytime! Together we'll enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes all selected to engage your active toddler. For ages 18-35 months with an adult.
Registration opens Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am
Senior Book Discussion (Zoom and In-Person) - "Demon of Unrest" by Erik Larson
Mon, Mar 10, 10:00am - 11:30am
Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
Books are available in large print,... more
Books are available in large print, audio, and regular print formats.
Drop-In Storytime
Mon, Mar 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
Stop by with your kiddo for a casual... more
Stop by with your kiddo for a casual storytime experience.
Drop-In Craft - rainbow pop-ups
Mon, Mar 10, 1:00pm - 7:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A (R187)
Stop by the Children's Department to... more
Stop by the Children's Department to design a unique craft project with the materials provided.
Social Worker in the Library
Mon, Mar 10, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Front Lobby (R104)
Stop by to chat or find wellness,... more
Stop by to chat or find wellness, medical, or emergency resources for a family member or yourself.
Rotary Club of Lake Zurich - Rotary Club Meeting
Mon, Mar 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
Thinking about joining the Rotary Club of... more
Thinking about joining the Rotary Club of Lake Zurich? Come to the meeting and get acquainted. Public is welcome.
Ruth Handler: Her Dream Doll Creation, Barbie
Mon, Mar 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Step back in time to 1994, the 35th... more
Step back in time to 1994, the 35th anniversary of Mattel’s bestselling doll Barbie.
Registration opens Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am
Drop-In Storytime
Tue, Mar 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
Stop by with your kiddo for a casual... more
Stop by with your kiddo for a casual storytime experience.
Crafternoon (grades K-5) - monogram letter art
Wed, Mar 12, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A (R187)
Enjoy an afternoon of crafting with... more
Enjoy an afternoon of crafting with friends and create your own one-of-a-kind project! We'll have everything you need to create a custom 3D letter collage that you'll be proud to hang in your room!
Registration opens Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am
Slam Dunk Bites for March Madness
Wed, Mar 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Get ready for March Madness with some... more
Get ready for March Madness with some tasty foods guaranteed to please any crowd!
Registration opens Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am
Toddler Storytime - Spring Session (18-35 months)
Thu, Mar 13, 9:30am - 10:15am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
There's no sitting still in this lively... more
There's no sitting still in this lively storytime! Together we'll enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes all selected to engage your active toddler. For ages 18-35 months with an adult.
Registration opens Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am
Preschool Storytime - Spring Session (ages 3-5)
Thu, Mar 13, 10:30am - 11:15am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Young children will explore the world... more
Young children will explore the world through stories, songs, and crafts specifically selected for their developmental stage. For ages 3-5 with an adult.
Registration opens Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am
Warm Up Lake Zurich Yarn Group (In-Person)
Thu, Mar 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)
Join us for our monthly Yarn crafting... more
Join us for our monthly Yarn crafting meetings, have fun & socialize as we knit & crochet & discuss everything yarn. All levels welcome. (R)
Ela Library Quilt Talks (In Person)
Thu, Mar 13, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)
Join us in our Quilt talks meeting to... more
Join us in our Quilt talks meeting to discuss and learn about fabrics and quilt making. All skill levels are welcome, "Show and tell" is always a fun feature! (R)
Iditarod: The Toughest Sled Dog Race on Earth (Zoom)
Thu, Mar 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
At Your Home
Experience the thrill of the Iditarod... more
Experience the thrill of the Iditarod from the comfort of your home with Josi Shelly, straight from Alaska!
Registration opens Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am
Baby Storytime - Spring Session (0-17 months)
Fri, Mar 14, 9:30am - 10:15am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
So much more than stories! Join us for... more
So much more than stories! Join us for lots of movement and smiles as we share songs and rhymes chosen specifically for little ones age 0-17 months with an adult.
Registration opens Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am
Baby Storytime - Spring Session (0-17 months)
Fri, Mar 14, 11:00am - 11:45am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
So much more than stories! Join us for... more
So much more than stories! Join us for lots of movement and smiles as we share songs and rhymes chosen specifically for little ones age 0-17 months with an adult.
Registration opens Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am
AARP Tax Appointments
Sat, Mar 15, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Adult Computer Lab (R202)
Registration opens January 1, 2025. Call... more
Registration opens January 1, 2025. Call to schedule your appointment 224-326-0605. AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides tax assistance to anyone, free of charge. Saturdays only.
Toddler Storytime - Spring Session (18-35 months)
Mon, Mar 17, 9:30am - 10:15am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
There's no sitting still in this lively... more
There's no sitting still in this lively storytime! Together we'll enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes all selected to engage your active toddler. For ages 18-35 months with an adult.
Registration opens Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am
Drop-In Storytime
Mon, Mar 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
Stop by with your kiddo for a casual... more
Stop by with your kiddo for a casual storytime experience.
Office Hours with Rep Syed - Meet your Representative
Mon, Mar 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
Stop by to discuss issues of concern with... more
Stop by to discuss issues of concern with Illinois House Rep. Syed
Memory Cafe
Tue, Mar 18, 10:00am - 11:30am
Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)
People experiencing memory loss due to... more
People experiencing memory loss due to Alzheimer's disease or other cognitive issues are invited to attend with care partners. For questions call BACOA at 847 381-5030.
Drop-In Storytime
Tue, Mar 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
Stop by with your kiddo for a casual... more
Stop by with your kiddo for a casual storytime experience.
Great Decisions
Tue, Mar 18, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
Great Decisions is a discussion program... more
Great Decisions is a discussion program on world affairs that meets eight times throughout the year.
Board of Trustees Regular Monthly meeting - Board of Trustees meeting
Tue, Mar 18, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
Board of Trustees monthly meeting
Mini Makers (ages 3-5) - puffy paint tulips
Wed, Mar 19, 10:00am - 10:45am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A (R187)
Work on important art skills like... more
Work on important art skills like cutting, gluing, and following directions in this crafting class designed just for preschoolers! Dress for a mess.
Registration opens Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am
Cartooning with Mark Anderson (grades K-5) - Super Strangely Familiar Character Brawl
Wed, Mar 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Join Mark for a lively, interactive... more
Join Mark for a lively, interactive cartooning class. The library will provide your supplies.
Registration opens Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am
History of Ukranian Easter Eggs
Wed, Mar 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room B (R117B)
Pysanky eggs are nothing like the simple... more
Pysanky eggs are nothing like the simple vinegar-dyed eggs you might have made as a kid.
Registration opens Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am
Toddler Storytime - Spring Session (18-35 months)
Thu, Mar 20, 9:30am - 10:15am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
There's no sitting still in this lively... more
There's no sitting still in this lively storytime! Together we'll enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes all selected to engage your active toddler. For ages 18-35 months with an adult.
Registration opens Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am
Preschool Storytime - Spring Session (ages 3-5)
Thu, Mar 20, 10:30am - 11:15am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Young children will explore the world... more
Young children will explore the world through stories, songs, and crafts specifically selected for their developmental stage. For ages 3-5 with an adult.
Registration opens Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am
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