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Before You Call the Handyman
2026-01-13 19:00:00 2026-01-13 20:00:00 America/Chicago Before You Call the Handyman Are you a new homeowner or a novice at home repairs? This workshop is for you! Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)

Tuesday, January 13
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-01-13 19:00:00 2026-01-13 20:00:00 America/Chicago Before You Call the Handyman Are you a new homeowner or a novice at home repairs? This workshop is for you! Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)

Ela Area Public Library

Meeting Room A and B (R117)

Are you a new homeowner or a novice at home repairs? This workshop is for you!

Are you a new homeowner or a novice at home repairs? This workshop is for you! Dan Findley, professional handyman, and licensed building engineer, discusses several of the most common fixes you can do for yourself with a small home tool kit. In a fun and engaging format, Findley covers both common home repairs as well as preventative maintenance for beginner homeowners.

AGE GROUP: | Older Adults | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Lectures and Performances |

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Queer & Crafty - Meetup
Sun, Dec 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Join us for a relaxed environment to chat... more
Join us for a relaxed environment to chat and enjoy fellowship. Bring your current craft or select from available options. Coffee, tea, and baked goods will be provided. Allies welcome! Ages 18+.
Share a Cup of Kindness (ages 0-12) - Children's Winter Reading Challenge
Mon, Dec 15, All day
Ela Area Public Library
Are you up for a challenge combo of... more
Are you up for a challenge combo of reading and random acts of kindness? Stop by the Children's Desk to pick up a bingo card full of ideas to warm your heart this winter.
Sensory STEAM Explorers (ages 3-5)
Mon, Dec 15, 10:00am - 10:45am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
This playful, hands-on program is... more
This playful, hands-on program is designed for preschoolers to explore the wonders of the world around them through interactive experiments and sensory-based learning.
Pajama Family Storytime
Mon, Dec 15, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
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!
12 Days of Making - YouTube
Mon, Dec 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ela Area Public Library
Visit the Library's Forge YouTube channel... more
Visit the Library's Forge YouTube channel and get inspired to create some amazing last-minute gifts. All our videos highlight kits and/or equipment that you can find in the Forge.
Festive Holiday Carolers Concert -
Mon, Dec 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
"'Tis the season to be jolly!" And... more
"'Tis the season to be jolly!" And "jolly" they are, as the Festive Singers provide an evening of a cappella
(ESL) English as a Second Language - Inglés como Segundo Idioma
Tue, Dec 16, 9:15am - 12:15pm
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 16, 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.
Genealogy One on One
Tue, Dec 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Study Room 9
Meet with librarian Kristen McCallum for... more
Meet with librarian Kristen McCallum for personalized genealogical research assistance.
Study Hall
Tue, Dec 16, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Teen Study Space
Vision Boards (grades 3-5)
Tue, Dec 16, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A (R187)
Manifest the best year ever using craft... more
Manifest the best year ever using craft materials to create a personalized vision board that represents your goals and dreams for 2026!
12 Days of Making - YouTube
Tue, Dec 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ela Area Public Library
Visit the Library's Forge YouTube channel... more
Visit the Library's Forge YouTube channel and get inspired to create some amazing last-minute gifts. All our videos highlight kits and/or equipment that you can find in the Forge.
Study Hall
Wed, Dec 17, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Teen Study Space
Squishy Lab (ages 3-10) - tinsel slime
Wed, Dec 17, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A (R187)
Let's get messy! We provide the recipe... more
Let's get messy! We provide the recipe and ingredients to make slime during this hands-on workshop. Adults must be prepared to help their children. Dress for a mess.
This event is full
(ESL) English as a Second Language - Inglés como Segundo Idioma
Thu, Dec 18, 9:15am - 12:15pm
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.
Study Hall
Thu, Dec 18, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Teen Study Space
Squishy Lab (ages 3-10) - tinsel slime
Thu, Dec 18, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A (R187)
Let's get messy! We provide the recipe... more
Let's get messy! We provide the recipe and ingredients to make slime during this hands-on workshop. Adults must be prepared to help their children. Dress for a mess.
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Baby Storytime (0-18 months)
Fri, Dec 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
So much more than stories! Drop in for... more
So much more than stories! Drop in for lots of movement and smiles as we share songs and rhymes chosen specifically for this age group. Stay to chat with other caregivers as your little ones play.
Gift Wrapping Workshop
Fri, Dec 19, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
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Gift Wrapping Workshop
Sat, Dec 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
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Share a Cup of Kindness (ages 0-12) - Children's Winter Reading Challenge
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Ela Area Public Library
Are you up for a challenge combo of... more
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Mon, Dec 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Conference Room
Tell your own stories, create fun... more
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Crochet Club
Mon, Dec 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room B (R117B)
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Rotary Club of Lake Zurich - Rotary Club Meeting
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Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
Thinking about joining the Rotary Club of... more
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LEGO Club (grades 1-5)
Tue, Dec 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
If you enjoy building with LEGO bricks,... more
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Holiday Closing
Wed, Dec 24, All day
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
The library will be closed all day.
Holiday Closing
Thu, Dec 25, All day
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
The library will be closed all day.
Drop-In Craft - wishing wand
Sat, Dec 27, 9:30am - 4:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A (R187)
Stop by the Children's Department to... more
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Share a Cup of Kindness (ages 0-12) - Children's Winter Reading Challenge
Sun, Dec 28, All day
Ela Area Public Library
Are you up for a challenge combo of... more
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Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A (R187)
Stop by the Children's Department to... more
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Mon, Dec 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
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Warm up at the library and join a cool game of winter-themed bingo. Games are ongoing; drop by for friendly competition and a chance to win fun prizes.
Holiday Photo Op & Crumbl Cookie
Mon, Dec 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Front Lawn
Strike a pose under our outdoor heart... more
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Mon, Dec 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
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Tue, Dec 30, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
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Ela Area Public Library - Study Room 9
Meet with librarian Kristen McCallum for... more
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This event is full
Sew a book sleeve
Tue, Dec 30, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)
Sew a book sleeve
Holiday Closing
Wed, Dec 31, All day
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
The library will be closed all day.
Holiday Closing
Thu, Jan 01, All day
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
The library will be closed all day.
Kindness Cards
Fri, Jan 02, 9:30am - 5:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A (R187)
Bring some heart and creativity and we... more
Bring some heart and creativity and we will provide the rest of the supplies to make handmade cards to be donated to Cards for Hospitalized Kids.
Firefly Family Theater: Spark's Snow Day
Fri, Jan 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Join Spark as she learns all about snow,... more
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Share a Cup of Kindness (ages 0-12) - Children's Winter Reading Challenge
Sun, Jan 04, All day
Ela Area Public Library
Are you up for a challenge combo of... more
Are you up for a challenge combo of reading and random acts of kindness? Stop by the Children's Desk to pick up a bingo card full of ideas to warm your heart this winter.
Senior Scrabble Club
Mon, Jan 05, 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.
Young Scientists (grades K-2)
Mon, Jan 05, 10:00am - 10:45am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
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Explore the wide world of science! We'll share hands-on experiments and engaging activities for a morning full of fun discoveries.
Registration opens Friday, January 2 2026 at 9:00am
Family Cookie Decorating (grades K-5)
Mon, Jan 05, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Cookies by Em will supply the cookies,... more
Cookies by Em will supply the cookies, icing and sprinkles. We will share decorating tips and tricks. Then you can design and decorate your own delicious cookies! Register once for your whole family.
Registration opens Friday, January 2 2026 at 9:00am
Family Cookie Decorating (grades K-5)
Mon, Jan 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Cookies by Em will supply the cookies,... more
Cookies by Em will supply the cookies, icing, and sprinkles. We will share decorating top and tricks. Then you can design and decorate your own delicious cookies! Register once for your whole family.
Registration opens Friday, January 2 2026 at 9:00am
Genealogy One on One
Tue, Jan 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Study Room 9
Meet with librarian Kristen McCallum for... more
Meet with librarian Kristen McCallum for personalized genealogical research assistance.
Cartooning with Mark Anderson (grades K-5) - Cup of Kindness for Grumpy Animals
Tue, Jan 06, 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 Friday, January 2 2026 at 9:00am
The Garden Club of Lake Zurich
Tue, Jan 06, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A (R117A)
Thinking about joining the Garden Club of... more
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Alzheimer's Support Group
Tue, Jan 06, 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.
Digital Tools for Wellness & Planning (Zoom) - Online Class, email is required to register
Wed, Jan 07, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ela Area Public Library
Discover a variety of apps designed to... more
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Crafternoon (grades K-5) - paper snow globes
Wed, Jan 07, 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!
Registration opens Friday, January 2 2026 at 9:00am
(ESL) English as a Second Language Registration - (ESL) Inscripción a clases de inglés como segundo idioma
Thu, Jan 08, 9:15am - 12:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room B (R117B)
Register for free English Classes for... more
Register for free English Classes for adults at the library. Regístrate en clases gratuitas de inglés para adultos en la biblioteca.
Preschool Playtime (ages 3-5)
Thu, Jan 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Learn and practice through play!... more
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Warm Up Lake Zurich Yarn Group (In-Person)
Thu, Jan 08, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)
Join us for our monthly Yarn crafting... more
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Ela Library Quilt Talks (In Person)
Thu, Jan 08, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A (R117A)
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)
Bring Your Memories to Life with iMovie!
Thu, Jan 08, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Adult Computer Lab (R202)
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn... more
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Baby Rock - with Rock 'n' Kids
Fri, Jan 09, 9:30am - 10:00am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Get ready to wiggle and giggle with your... more
Get ready to wiggle and giggle with your tiniest dancer! Baby Rock is a unique combination of sensory experiences with stimulating music and exercises to help strengthen and stretch your baby.
Registration opens Friday, January 2 2026 at 9:00am
Baby Rock - with Rock 'n' Kids
Fri, Jan 09, 10:15am - 10:45am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Get ready to wiggle and giggle with your... more
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Registration opens Friday, January 2 2026 at 9:00am
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Sun, Jan 11, All day
Ela Area Public Library
Are you up for a challenge combo of... more
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Mon, Jan 12, 9:30am - 10:00am
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 Friday, January 2 2026 at 9:00am
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Mon, Jan 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Front Lobby (R104)
Representatives from the Ela Township... more
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Mon, Jan 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
Stop by with your kiddo for a casual... more
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Ela Township Social Worker in the Library
Mon, Jan 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
- Designated table outside Forge
Stop by to chat or find wellness,... more
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Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
Thinking about joining the Rotary Club of... more
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Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
Stop by with your kiddo for a casual... more
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Genealogy Interest Group
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Ela Area Public Library
Enjoy personal research time using the... more
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Tue, Jan 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Study Room 9
Meet with librarian Kristen McCallum for... more
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Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)
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Before You Call the Handyman
Tue, Jan 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
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