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Researching African American Ancestors

Who Came Out of Slavery (Zoom)

2023-02-23 19:00:00 2023-02-23 20:30:00 America/Chicago Researching African American Ancestors Genealogist LaBrenda Garrett-Nelson will introduce attendees to a variety of Federal and state sources to help you identify formerly enslaved ancestors. At Your Home -

Thursday, February 23
7:00pm - 8:30pm

Add to Calendar 2023-02-23 19:00:00 2023-02-23 20:30:00 America/Chicago Researching African American Ancestors Genealogist LaBrenda Garrett-Nelson will introduce attendees to a variety of Federal and state sources to help you identify formerly enslaved ancestors. At Your Home -

Genealogist LaBrenda Garrett-Nelson will introduce attendees to a variety of Federal and state sources to help you identify formerly enslaved ancestors.

In addition to referencing other commonly used pre-1870 and antebellum records, Garrett-Nelson will highlight the important legal and historical context and interpretive guidance of particular relevance to African-Americans.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Older Adults | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Lectures and Performances |

TAGS: | genealogy |

Ela Area Public Library

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Mon, Nov 18 9:00AM to 9:00PM
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Sat, Nov 23, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A (R117A)
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Mon, Nov 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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

Mon, Nov 25, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
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!

Mon, Nov 25, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Explores the history of Naval Station... more
Explores the history of Naval Station Great Lakes, from its founding in 1911 through two world wars.

Tue, Nov 26, 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.

Tue, Nov 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Create your own designs or try one of our... more
Create your own designs or try one of our challenges. Work on your own or as a team. However you like to build, we'll supply the bricks, and you supply the imagination!

Tue, Nov 26, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room B (R117B)
Free English Classes for adults at the... more
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Thu, Nov 28, All day
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
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Sun, Dec 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
Amy, a librarian with Autism Level 1... more
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Mon, Dec 02, 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.

Mon, Dec 02, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A (R187)
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Mon, Dec 02, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library
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Tue, Dec 03, 9:15am - 12:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room B (R117B)
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Tue, Dec 03, 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.

Tue, Dec 03, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room B (R117B)
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Tue, Dec 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Join us for Tea & True Love book... more
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Tue, Dec 03, 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.

Wed, Dec 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Experience a bit of nostalgia as The... more
Experience a bit of nostalgia as The Chris White Trio performs Vince Guaraldi’s complete A Charlie Brown Christmas soundtrack this holiday season.
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Thu, Dec 05, 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.

Thu, Dec 05, 9:30am - 10:15am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
Stop by to enjoy imaginative stories... more
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Thu, Dec 05, 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Front Lawn
Donate the gift of blood. Appointments... more
Donate the gift of blood. Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome. Receive a FREE Culver’s Custard coupon with your donation.
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Thu, Dec 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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!

Thu, Dec 05, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Conference Room
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Thu, Dec 05, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room B (R117B)
Free English Classes for adults at the... more
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Thu, Dec 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
At Your Home
Yoga is for every body! Join instructor... more
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Fri, Dec 06, 10:00am - 10:45am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
Meet new friends and enjoy cuddly, bouncy... more
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Sat, Dec 07, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
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Visit the library booth at the Miracle on... more
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Sun, Dec 08, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
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Mon, Dec 09, 10:00am - 11:30am
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Books are available in large print,... more
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Mon, Dec 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Explore the wide world of science! We... more
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Mon, Dec 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
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Mon, Dec 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library
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Mon, Dec 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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Local chef and cooking instructor Susan Maddox returns to share her favorite desserts for the holiday season. Recipes included and samples served. Space is limited.
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Tue, Dec 10, 9:15am - 12:00pm
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Tue, Dec 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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Tue, Dec 10, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
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Tue, Dec 10, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
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Tue, Dec 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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Wed, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Conference Room
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Thu, Dec 12, 9:15am - 12:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room B (R117B)
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Thu, Dec 12, 9:30am - 10:15am
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Thu, Dec 12, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)
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Join us for our monthly Yarn crafting meetings, have fun & socialize as we knit & crochet & discuss everything yarn. All levels welcome. (R)

Thu, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room B (R117B)
Free English Classes for adults at the... more
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Thu, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A (R117A)
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Thu, Dec 12, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)
Join us in our Quilt talks meeting to... more
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Thu, Dec 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
At Your Home
Art historian Jeff Mishur explores the... more
Art historian Jeff Mishur explores the relationship between art history and fantastic creatures drawn from myth, religious tradition, and legend.

Fri, Dec 13, 9:30am - 11:30am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Calling on-the-go babies and toddlers!... more
Calling on-the-go babies and toddlers! Whether your little one is crawling, walking, running, or something in between, stop in for a fun challenge to help develop their motor and sensory skills.

Fri, Dec 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Calling on-the-go babies and toddlers!... more
Calling on-the-go babies and toddlers! Whether your little one is crawling, walking, running, or something in between, stop in for a fun challenge to help develop their motor and sensory skills.

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.
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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+
Registration opens Sunday, December 1 2024 at 12:00pm

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.

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+
Registration opens Sunday, December 1 2024 at 12:00pm

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+
Registration opens Sunday, December 1 2024 at 12:00pm

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!
Registration opens Sunday, December 1 2024 at 12:00pm

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+
Registration opens Sunday, December 1 2024 at 12:00pm

Mon, Dec 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Professional photographer Scott McNeill... more
Professional photographer Scott McNeill shares insights on how to have fun and make creative images in the cold. 
Registration opens Sunday, December 1 2024 at 12:00pm

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.

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.

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.
Registration opens Sunday, December 1 2024 at 12:00pm

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.

Tue, Dec 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
Stop by to discuss issues of concern with... more
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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.

Tue, Dec 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
At Your Home
Join Lynette Reiner, science director at... more
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Registration opens Sunday, December 1 2024 at 12:00pm

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.
Registration opens Sunday, December 1 2024 at 12:00pm

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+.
Registration opens Sunday, December 1 2024 at 12:00pm

Wed, Dec 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B - Meeting Room A/B
Create an adorable baby dragon with... more
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Registration opens Sunday, December 1 2024 at 12:00pm

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.

Thu, Dec 19, 9:30am - 10:15am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
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Thu, Dec 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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Registration opens Sunday, December 1 2024 at 12:00pm

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.

Fri, Dec 20, All day
At Your Home
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Louisa May Alcott’s classic story of four sisters growing up in 19th-century Massachusetts at Park Theatre.
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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.
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Sat, Dec 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)
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Registration opens Sunday, December 1 2024 at 12:00pm

Sun, Dec 22, All day
At Your Home
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Louisa May Alcott’s classic story of four sisters growing up in 19th-century Massachusetts at Park Theatre.
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Mon, Dec 23, 10:00am - 7:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A (R187)
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