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Lincoln Land Kettle Corn
2024-11-20 18:00:00 2024-11-20 19:30:00 America/Chicago Lincoln Land Kettle Corn Before the Harp Twins performance, stop by for some fresh popped popcorn right out of the kettle. Free, while supplies last. Ela Area Public Library - Front Lawn

Wednesday, November 20
6:00pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-11-20 18:00:00 2024-11-20 19:30:00 America/Chicago Lincoln Land Kettle Corn Before the Harp Twins performance, stop by for some fresh popped popcorn right out of the kettle. Free, while supplies last. Ela Area Public Library - Front Lawn

Before the Harp Twins performance, stop by for some fresh popped popcorn right out of the kettle. Free, while supplies last.

Before the Harp Twins performance, stop by for some fresh popped popcorn right out of the kettle. Free, while supplies last.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Older Adults | Kids | Adults |

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Ela Area Public Library
Phone: 847-438-3433
Fax: 847-438-9290
Hours
Mon, Dec 09 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Dec 10 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Dec 11 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Dec 12 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Dec 13 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Dec 14 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 15 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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Holiday Mitten Tree
Sat, Dec 14, All day
Ela Area Public Library
Place new hats, mittens, gloves, scarves... more
Place new hats, mittens, gloves, scarves and sweaters on the Library's Mitten Tree.
Sign with Katy
Sat, Dec 14, 10:00am - 10:45am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
Join instructor Katy Roth as she teaches... more
Join instructor Katy Roth as she teaches essential American Sign Language vocabulary to you and your child age 0-3.
Holiday Mitten Tree
Sun, Dec 15, All day
Ela Area Public Library
Place new hats, mittens, gloves, scarves... more
Place new hats, mittens, gloves, scarves and sweaters on the Library's Mitten Tree.
Holiday Mitten Tree
Mon, Dec 16, All day
Ela Area Public Library
Place new hats, mittens, gloves, scarves... more
Place new hats, mittens, gloves, scarves and sweaters on the Library's Mitten Tree.
Made in Forge Workshops - Embroidered Monogram Beanie
Mon, Dec 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)
Learn and make unique items using our... more
Learn and make unique items using our equipment in small sessions. Each participant can sign up for one session per activity. 18+
This event is full
Mythic Creature Party
Mon, Dec 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Dance like a dragon, stomp like a giant,... more
Dance like a dragon, stomp like a giant, sing like a mermaid! We'll do all this and more at a legendary party! Costumes are optional but encouraged.
Made in Forge Workshops - Embroidered Monogram Beanie
Mon, Dec 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)
Learn and make unique items using our... more
Learn and make unique items using our equipment in small sessions. Each participant can sign up for one session per activity. 18+
This event is full
Made in Forge Workshops - Embroidered Monogram Beanie
Mon, Dec 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)
Learn and make unique items using our... more
Learn and make unique items using our equipment in small sessions. Each participant can sign up for one session per activity. 18+
This event is full
Quest: Kids RPG Club
Mon, Dec 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Conference Room
Tell your own stories, create fun... more
Tell your own stories, create fun characters, and embark on fantastical quests in this role-playing game club!
This event is full
Made in Forge Workshops - Embroidered Monogram Beanie
Mon, Dec 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)
Learn and make unique items using our... more
Learn and make unique items using our equipment in small sessions. Each participant can sign up for one session per activity. 18+
This event is full
Rotary Club of Lake Zurich - Rotary Club Meeting
Mon, Dec 16, 5:45pm - 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.
Winter Photography
Mon, Dec 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Photographer Scott McNeill shares... more
Photographer Scott McNeill shares insights on how to have fun and make creative images in the cold. 
Holiday Mitten Tree
Tue, Dec 17, All day
Ela Area Public Library
Place new hats, mittens, gloves, scarves... more
Place new hats, mittens, gloves, scarves and sweaters on the Library's Mitten Tree.
(ESL) English as a Second Language - Inglés como Segundo Idioma
Tue, Dec 17, 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, Dec 17, 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.
Adopt-a-Creature
Tue, Dec 17, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A (R187)
Choose your very own mythic pet to care... more
Choose your very own mythic pet to care for! We will create everything your stuffed creatures needs for a cozy home--from toys to food.
This event is full
Teen Study Space
Tue, Dec 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A (R117A)
Prepare for finals in a relaxed... more
Prepare for finals in a relaxed environment and study with friends. Snacks for brain fuel will be provided. The teen librarian will be there to direct teens to library resources.
Cancelled
Office Hours with Rep Syed - Meet your Representative
Tue, Dec 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Ela Area Public Library
Stop by to discuss issues of concern with... more
Stop by to discuss issues of concern with Illinois House Rep. Syed
(ESL) English as a Second Language - Inglés como Segundo Idioma
Tue, Dec 17, 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.
Lost Cities (Zoom)
Tue, Dec 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
At Your Home
Join Lynette Reiner, science director at... more
Join Lynette Reiner, science director at McKinley Presidential Library and Museum, as we explore what lost cities are, through ancient ruins, myths, legends, and folklore.
Holiday Mitten Tree
Wed, Dec 18, All day
Ela Area Public Library
Place new hats, mittens, gloves, scarves... more
Place new hats, mittens, gloves, scarves and sweaters on the Library's Mitten Tree.
Squishy Lab
Wed, Dec 18, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A (R187)
Get your hands messy in this fun... more
Get your hands messy in this fun workshop! We provide the recipe and ingredients for kids and their adults to make squishy slime in this hands-on class. Dress for a mess.
This event is full
Needle Felted Baby Dragon
Wed, Dec 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Create an adorable baby dragon with... more
Create an adorable baby dragon with Natasha Lehrer Lewis, of Esther’s Place! Walk through the process of using wool to sculpt a 4” tall figurine with needle felting. Ages 12+.
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Needle Felted Baby Dragon
Wed, Dec 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B - Meeting Room A/B
Create an adorable baby dragon with... more
Create an adorable baby dragon with Natasha Lehrer Lewis, of Esther’s Place! Walk through the process of using wool to sculpt a 4” tall figurine with needle felting. Ages 12+.
This event is full
Holiday Mitten Tree
Thu, Dec 19, All day
Ela Area Public Library
Place new hats, mittens, gloves, scarves... more
Place new hats, mittens, gloves, scarves and sweaters on the Library's Mitten Tree.
(ESL) English as a Second Language - Inglés como Segundo Idioma
Thu, Dec 19, 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.
Mythical Magical Storytime - Mermaids
Thu, Dec 19, 9:30am - 10:15am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
Stop by to enjoy imaginative stories... more
Stop by to enjoy imaginative stories featuring fantastical creatures!
Cartooning with Mark Anderson - Reindeer Games
Thu, Dec 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.
This event is full
(ESL) English as a Second Language - Inglés como Segundo Idioma
Thu, Dec 19, 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.
Experience Little Women: The Musical (2022) (Zoom) - The Musical, An At-Home Experience (2022)
Fri, Dec 20, All day
At Your Home
Louisa May Alcott’s classic story of... more
Louisa May Alcott’s classic story of four sisters growing up in 19th-century Massachusetts at Park Theatre.
Register
Holiday Mitten Tree
Fri, Dec 20, All day
Ela Area Public Library
Place new hats, mittens, gloves, scarves... more
Place new hats, mittens, gloves, scarves and sweaters on the Library's Mitten Tree.
Experience Little Women: The Musical (2022) (Zoom) - The Musical, An At-Home Experience (2022)
Sat, Dec 21, All day
At Your Home
Louisa May Alcott’s classic story of... more
Louisa May Alcott’s classic story of four sisters growing up in 19th-century Massachusetts at Park Theatre.
Register
Holiday Mitten Tree
Sat, Dec 21, All day
Ela Area Public Library
Place new hats, mittens, gloves, scarves... more
Place new hats, mittens, gloves, scarves and sweaters on the Library's Mitten Tree.
Dragon Pillow
Sat, Dec 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)
Make a double sided dragon pillow out of... more
Make a double sided dragon pillow out of felt pieces.
This event is full
Experience Little Women: The Musical (2022) (Zoom) - The Musical, An At-Home Experience (2022)
Sun, Dec 22, All day
At Your Home
Louisa May Alcott’s classic story of... more
Louisa May Alcott’s classic story of four sisters growing up in 19th-century Massachusetts at Park Theatre.
Register
Holiday Mitten Tree
Sun, Dec 22, All day
Ela Area Public Library
Place new hats, mittens, gloves, scarves... more
Place new hats, mittens, gloves, scarves and sweaters on the Library's Mitten Tree.
Holiday Mitten Tree
Mon, Dec 23, All day
Ela Area Public Library
Place new hats, mittens, gloves, scarves... more
Place new hats, mittens, gloves, scarves and sweaters on the Library's Mitten Tree.
Drop-In Craft - penguin bookmarks
Mon, Dec 23, 10:00am - 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 provided materials.
Monday Night Movie Night
Mon, Dec 23, 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.
Holiday Closing
Tue, Dec 24, All day
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
The library will be closed all day.
Holiday Mitten Tree
Tue, Dec 24, All day
Ela Area Public Library
Place new hats, mittens, gloves, scarves... more
Place new hats, mittens, gloves, scarves and sweaters on the Library's Mitten Tree.
Holiday Closing
Wed, Dec 25, All day
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
The library will be closed all day.
Holiday Mitten Tree
Wed, Dec 25, All day
Ela Area Public Library
Place new hats, mittens, gloves, scarves... more
Place new hats, mittens, gloves, scarves and sweaters on the Library's Mitten Tree.
Holiday Mitten Tree
Thu, Dec 26, All day
Ela Area Public Library
Place new hats, mittens, gloves, scarves... more
Place new hats, mittens, gloves, scarves and sweaters on the Library's Mitten Tree.
Holiday Mitten Tree
Fri, Dec 27, All day
Ela Area Public Library
Place new hats, mittens, gloves, scarves... more
Place new hats, mittens, gloves, scarves and sweaters on the Library's Mitten Tree.
Watercolor Dragon (Zoom)
Fri, Dec 27, 10:30am - 11:15am
Your Home
Join artist Victoria Elizabeth for this... more
Join artist Victoria Elizabeth for this step-by-step, online class and learn to draw and paint a colorful dragon.
This event is full
Holiday Mitten Tree
Sat, Dec 28, All day
Ela Area Public Library
Place new hats, mittens, gloves, scarves... more
Place new hats, mittens, gloves, scarves and sweaters on the Library's Mitten Tree.
Holiday Mitten Tree
Sun, Dec 29, All day
Ela Area Public Library
Place new hats, mittens, gloves, scarves... more
Place new hats, mittens, gloves, scarves and sweaters on the Library's Mitten Tree.
Noon Years Eve Party
Mon, Dec 30, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Dress in your best to ring in the new... more
Dress in your best to ring in the new year with friends at the library! Help us count down to a mid-day balloon drop and celebrate with crafts, music and games!
This event is full
Monday Night Movie Night
Mon, Dec 30, 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.
Holiday Closing
Tue, Dec 31, All day
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
The library will be closed all day.
Holiday Closing
Wed, Jan 01, All day
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
The library will be closed all day.
Fantastical Bingo
Thu, Jan 02, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Get ready to roar, hiss, and shout out... more
Get ready to roar, hiss, and shout out BINGO! at this family-friendly game full of fantastical creatures! Games are ongoing; drop by for friendly competition and a chance to win awesome prizes!
Headshots
Thu, Jan 02, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A (R117A)
Local photographer Don Frazier returns to... more
Local photographer Don Frazier returns to the library for a night of headshots for all your social media and job search needs. College and high school students are welcome.
Rescheduled
Headshots
Thu, Jan 02, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
New date Thursday, January 02, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ela Area Public Library
Local photographer Don Frazier returns to... more
Local photographer Don Frazier returns to the library for a night of headshots for all your social media and job search needs. College and high school students are welcome.
A D&D One-Shot Adventure
Thu, Jan 02, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room B (R117B)
Join us for a one-shot Dungeons & Dragons... more
Join us for a one-shot Dungeons & Dragons adventure perfect for beginners. Dive into a world of imagination, teamwork, and fun. No experience is necessary.
Chair Yoga (Zoom)
Thu, Jan 02, 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.
Story Acting with Paddy Lynn
Fri, Jan 03, 9:30am - 10:30am
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Join storyteller Paddy Lynn in this... more
Join storyteller Paddy Lynn in this interactive program where you will transform into griffins, faeries, and more while putting your creativity and storytelling skills to the test!
Story Acting with Paddy Lynn
Fri, Jan 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ela Area Public Library
Join storyteller Paddy Lynn in this... more
Join storyteller Paddy Lynn in this interactive program where you will transform into griffins, faeries, and more while putting your creativity and storytelling skills to the test!
Giant Squid - An Author Visit with Candace Fleming
Sun, Jan 05, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Learn more about this strange and... more
Learn more about this strange and sometimes fearsome creature with Candace Fleming, author of the book Giant Squid.
Senior Scrabble Club
Mon, Jan 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Drop-In Craft - hedgehog magnets
Mon, Jan 06, 10:00am - 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 provided materials.
Bilingual Storytime - ¡hora del cuento bilingüe!
Tue, Jan 07, 10:30am - 11:15am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
Join us for a bilingual English/Spanish... more
Join us for a bilingual English/Spanish storytime featuring stories, songs, and crafts! You do not need to know how to speak Spanish as we will learn simple vocabulary words together.
Alzheimer's Support Group
Tue, Jan 07, 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.
Miniature Cat Painting
Wed, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)
Paint your very own RPG cat... more
Paint your very own RPG cat figurine. Wed., Jan. 8 6-8pm (R) ages 14+
This event is full
Skills for School
Thu, Jan 09, 9:30am - 10:30am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A (R187)
Preschoolers can practice important... more
Preschoolers can practice important development skills during this drop-in workshop made just for them!
Dewey Dining
Thu, Jan 09, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A (R117A)
Do you love browsing through cookbooks... more
Do you love browsing through cookbooks and trying new recipes?
This event is full
Warm Up Lake Zurich Yarn Group (In-Person)
Thu, Jan 09, 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, Jan 09, 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)
Chicago Pizza - Past, Present & Future (Zoom)
Thu, Jan 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
At Your Home
Author Steve Dolinsky presents a... more
Author Steve Dolinsky presents a comprehensive guide to the styles, locales and people that make the Windy City a prime destination for Chicago Pizza.
Register
Dave DiNaso's Reptile Show
Sat, Jan 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Slither on over to the library for a... more
Slither on over to the library for a funny and educational reptile show! Register to reserve your family's tickets, then pick up your tickets at the Children's Desk the morning of the event.
Registration opens Thursday, January 2 2025 at 9:00am
Toddler Storytime - Winter Session
Mon, Jan 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 Thursday, January 2 2025 at 9:00am
Drop-In Storytime
Mon, Jan 13, 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.
Social Worker in the Library
Mon, Jan 13, 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.
Monday Night Movie Night
Mon, Jan 13, 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.
Rotary Club of Lake Zurich - Rotary Club Meeting
Mon, Jan 13, 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.
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