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Roblox Gaming Club (Zoom)
2023-04-13 15:30:00 2023-04-13 17:00:00 America/Chicago Roblox Gaming Club (Zoom) Join a community of Roblox enthusiasts to collaborate and play mini-games in a friendly, moderated environment! An internet-connected device that can run Zoom and Roblox is required. For ages 8-13. your home -

Thursday, April 13
3:30pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-04-13 15:30:00 2023-04-13 17:00:00 America/Chicago Roblox Gaming Club (Zoom) Join a community of Roblox enthusiasts to collaborate and play mini-games in a friendly, moderated environment! An internet-connected device that can run Zoom and Roblox is required. For ages 8-13. your home -

Join a community of Roblox enthusiasts to collaborate and play mini-games in a friendly, moderated environment! An internet-connected device that can run Zoom and Roblox is required. For ages 8-13.

Register for one date or both.

Ela Library cardholders have priority registration. Non-Ela cardholders may be placed on the waitlist and notified by email.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | Computers and Technology |

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Ela Area Public Library
Phone: 847-438-3433
Fax: 847-438-9290
Hours
Mon, May 05 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, May 06 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, May 07 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, May 08 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, May 09 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 10 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 11 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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Upcoming Events

Itty Bitty Prom (ages 0-5)
Fri, May 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
It's prom season! Dress in your best to... more
It's prom season! Dress in your best to dance the morning away at this fancy formal. Imagine a classic high school prom scene--limos, corsages, the whole nine yards--but for little ones!
Drop-In Craft - spring flowers
Sat, May 10, 10:00am - 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.
Open Play & Learn at the Airport
Sun, May 11, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
Sell tickets, serve snacks, even fly the... more
Sell tickets, serve snacks, even fly the plane as you explore our pretend airport! Recommended for ages 3-7. An adult must accompany their child(ren) in the room at all times.
Drop-In Craft - spring flowers
Sun, May 11, 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.
Senior Book Discussion (Zoom and In-Person) - "I Have Some Questions for You" by Rebecca Makkai
Mon, May 12, 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.
Social Worker in the Library
Mon, May 12, 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.
Open Play & Learn at the Airport
Mon, May 12, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
Sell tickets, serve snacks, even fly the... more
Sell tickets, serve snacks, even fly the plane as you explore our pretend airport! Recommended for ages 3-7. An adult must accompany their child(ren) in the room at all times.
Rotary Club of Lake Zurich - Rotary Club Meeting
Mon, May 12, 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.
(ESL) English as a Second Language - Inglés como Segundo Idioma
Tue, May 13, 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.
Genealogy Interest Group - Open Research Session
Tue, May 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Adult Computer Lab (R202)
Enjoy personal research time using the... more
Enjoy personal research time using the library's many online resources alongside others who enjoy this popular hobby. Bring your questions and share research strategies. Newcomers welcome!
Open Play & Learn at the Airport
Tue, May 13, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
Sell tickets, serve snacks, even fly the... more
Sell tickets, serve snacks, even fly the plane as you explore our pretend airport! Recommended for ages 3-7. An adult must accompany their child(ren) in the room at all times.
(ESL) English as a Second Language - Inglés como Segundo Idioma
Tue, May 13, 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.
Books & Brews
Tue, May 13, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Location To Be Determined
Join us for Books & Brews at Buffalo... more
Join us for Books & Brews at Buffalo Creek Brewing, 360 Historical Ln, Long Grove, IL 60047. Contact readers@eapl.org with questions.
This event is full
Open Play & Learn at the Airport
Wed, May 14, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
Sell tickets, serve snacks, even fly the... more
Sell tickets, serve snacks, even fly the plane as you explore our pretend airport! Recommended for ages 3-7. An adult must accompany their child(ren) in the room at all times.
Neurodiverse Meetup Group
Wed, May 14, 5:15pm - 6:15pm
Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
Amy, a librarian with Autism Level 1 is... more
Amy, a librarian with Autism Level 1 is starting a neurodiverse meetup group. Open to adults 18+ with Autism level 1 diagnosis, ADHD, or otherwise identify as neurodiverse.
All Aboard the Amtrak Empire Builder
Wed, May 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Join award-winning travel writer Theresa... more
Join award-winning travel writer Theresa L. Goodrich as she takes you on an unforgettable journey aboard the Amtrak Empire Builder.
(ESL) English as a Second Language - Inglés como Segundo Idioma
Thu, May 15, 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.
Storytime in the Park
Thu, May 15, 10:00am - 10:45am
Paulus Park
Find your favorite librarians at Paulus... more
Find your favorite librarians at Paulus Park for a fun outdoor storytime! We'll read books, sing songs, and make a craft. Location may change for bad weather; check library website for updates.
Open Play & Learn at the Airport
Thu, May 15, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
Sell tickets, serve snacks, even fly the... more
Sell tickets, serve snacks, even fly the plane as you explore our pretend airport! Recommended for ages 3-7. An adult must accompany their child(ren) in the room at all times.
(ESL) English as a Second Language - Inglés como Segundo Idioma
Thu, May 15, 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.
Poverty: A Discussion with Matthew Desmond (Zoom)
Thu, May 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
At Your Home
Writer and educator Matthew Desmond, a... more
Writer and educator Matthew Desmond, a professor of sociology at Princeton University, discusses poverty in the United States.
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K-Craft Night - Hand Fan
Sat, May 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)
Join and chat with fellow K-pop and... more
Join and chat with fellow K-pop and K-drama fans to create your very own concert hand fan featuring your favorite idol!
This event is full
Open Play & Learn at the Airport
Sun, May 18, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
Sell tickets, serve snacks, even fly the... more
Sell tickets, serve snacks, even fly the plane as you explore our pretend airport! Recommended for ages 3-7. An adult must accompany their child(ren) in the room at all times.
Monday Night Movie Night
Mon, May 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teen Lounge
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.
Memory Cafe
Tue, May 20, 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.
Great Decisions
Tue, May 20, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A (R117A)
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, May 20, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
Board of Trustees monthly meeting
Debt Solutions - How to Manage and Eliminate Debt from Your Life
Tue, May 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A (R117A)
Primerica Investment Adviser Suma... more
Primerica Investment Adviser Suma Maliekal discusses options to manage and eliminate debt from your life.
Cut the Cable Cord *online class - email address required*
Wed, May 21, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ela Area Public Library
Learn the options available for cutting... more
Learn the options available for cutting the cable cord from Netflix, YouTube TV and more.
LinkedIn Headshots
Wed, May 21, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room B (R117B)
Stop by the Library for a professional... more
Stop by the Library for a professional headshot by local photographer Donald Frazier for your LinkedIn profile or other business needs.
Barns of Southwestern Lake County
Sat, May 24, 10:00am - 11:30am
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A (R117A)
Join photographer John Rouse on a visual... more
Join photographer John Rouse on a visual tour of the barns of Southwest Lake County including Ela, Wauconda and Fremont townships.
Holiday Closing
Mon, May 26, All day
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
The library will be closed all day.
Lisa Frank Party
Tue, May 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Step into a world of vibrant colors and... more
Step into a world of vibrant colors and nostalgia! At this Lisa Frank-themed craft party, you’ll color fun designs and decorate your very own Lisa Frank-inspired mug.
This event is full
Fishing 101
Wed, May 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Fishing enthusiast Eugene Kim talks about... more
Fishing enthusiast Eugene Kim talks about what you need to get started. Come for tips and informative information or to expand your existing fishing knowledge.
Libraries Rock! (ages 0-12) - Summer Reading Program
Thu, May 29, All day
Ela Area Public Library
Get in the reading groove this summer!... more
Get in the reading groove this summer! Visit the Children's Desk to learn how you can earn prizes by completing reading and activity challenges.
Migration Bird Walk With Red Hill Birding
Thu, May 29, 10:00am - 11:30am
Picnic Shelter B at Heron Creek Forest Preserve
Join an expert birder for a spring... more
Join an expert birder for a spring migration bird walk at Heron Creek Forest Preserve, Long Grove, IL.
This event is full
Queer Book Club - How You Get the Girl by Anita Kelly
Thu, May 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room B (R117B)
A welcoming and safe space to explore,... more
A welcoming and safe space to explore, read and discuss LGBTQIA+ themed books, while making a themed craft. Let’s celebrate diversity, creativity and the power of storytelling together!
Libraries Rock! (ages 0-12) - Summer Reading Program
Sun, Jun 01, All day
Ela Area Public Library
Get in the reading groove this summer!... more
Get in the reading groove this summer! Visit the Children's Desk to learn how you can earn prizes by completing reading and activity challenges.
German Storytime
Mon, Jun 02, 9:30am - 10:15am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
Join Wochenendschule der Donauschwaben... more
Join Wochenendschule der Donauschwaben for movement, music, and fun! Enjoy a felt board story to learn German words for shapes, colors, and animals, then get moving with dynamic parachute activities.
Senior Scrabble Club
Mon, Jun 02, 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.
Puzzle Race
Mon, Jun 02, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
We are looking for 10 teams of 2-5... more
We are looking for 10 teams of 2-5 players who will compete to build the same 500-piece puzzle.
This event is full
Kids Karaoke (ages 5 and up)
Tue, Jun 03, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Make some noise and put on a star-worthy... more
Make some noise and put on a star-worthy performance with our karaoke machine! Sing your favorite songs solo or plan a group number with family or friends.
Board of Trustees Orientation Training - Board of Trustees Orientation Training
Tue, Jun 03, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
Board of Trustees Trustee Orientation... more
Board of Trustees Trustee Orientation Training
Alzheimer's Support Group
Tue, Jun 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's 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.
All I Wanna Do Is Rock (Paper, Scissors)
Wed, Jun 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Grammy-nominated children's entertainer... more
Grammy-nominated children's entertainer Justin Roberts will get you on your feet! This show is for everyone who loves to sing, dance, and laugh.
Registration opens Sunday, June 1 2025 at 12:00pm
Volunteer Fair
Wed, Jun 04, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Looking for opportunities to give back to... more
Looking for opportunities to give back to the community. Talk with representatives from a variety of non profits and find out what's available in the area.
Crafternoon (ages 6-11) - mosaic lantern
Thu, Jun 05, 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! We'll have everything you need to create a mosaic lantern.
Registration opens Sunday, June 1 2025 at 12:00pm
Annual Shred and Recyling Event
Sat, Jun 07, 8:30am - 11:30am
Ela Area Public Library - Front Lawn
Annual shred and recycling event
Ela Library Quilt Talks - FABRIC WORKSHOP DAY - ELQT FABRIC WORKSHOP DAY
Sat, Jun 07, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A (R117A)
Join us in our Fabric Workshop Day. Use... more
Join us in our Fabric Workshop Day. Use our spacious meeting room to work on your quilting projects! Sewing machines, cutting mats, iron and sewing notions will be available for use.
Libraries Rock! (ages 0-12) - Summer Reading Program
Sun, Jun 08, All day
Ela Area Public Library
Get in the reading groove this summer!... more
Get in the reading groove this summer! Visit the Children's Desk to learn how you can earn prizes by completing reading and activity challenges.
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