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2023-06-17 10:00:002023-06-17 14:00:00America/ChicagoInstant Family FunTry and beat the clock! Stop by with your family to play a variety of minute-to-win-it style games. On your mark, get set--go!Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Saturday, June 17 10:00am - 2:00pm
Add to Calendar2023-06-17 10:00:002023-06-17 14:00:00America/ChicagoInstant Family FunTry and beat the clock! Stop by with your family to play a variety of minute-to-win-it style games. On your mark, get set--go!Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A (R187)
Get your hands dirty with all things... more
Get your hands dirty with all things squishy! We will supply the ingredients and recipe to make a mess of fun during this hands-on workshop. Dress for a mess.
“Freedom to Read” is a fundamental American right: your right to choose the ideas, information, and cultural experiences that are right for you and your family.
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.
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.
Financial educator Karen Chan will make stocks, bonds and mutual funds crystal clear. She will explain index funds and target retirement funds, and how they can simplify your investing decisions.
Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
Learn how Ela Library can help with your... more
Learn how Ela Library can help with your family history research. Tour our collections, spaces, and equipment, and learn about our services, subscription databases, and additional resources.
Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
Learn how Ela Library can help with your... more
Learn how Ela Library can help with your family history research. Tour our collections, spaces, and equipment, and learn about our services, subscription databases, and additional resources.
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Sean Gaskell will give a performance and... more
Sean Gaskell will give a performance and demonstration on the kora, an ancient 21-stringed harp from West Africa. Hear traditional songs that are the heart and soul of the kora’s musical repertoire.
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.
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A (R187)
Get your hands dirty with all things... more
Get your hands dirty with all things squishy! We will supply the ingredients and recipe to make a mess of fun during this hands-on workshop. Dress for a mess.
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month,... more
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, let's play Lotería, a game similar to Bingo that features Spanish vocabulary and vibrant cards. Prizes for some, fun for all--no matter what language you speak!
Ela Area Public Library - Adult Computer Lab (R202)
The library has resources from resume and... more
The library has resources from resume and cover letter reviews, interview tips and more. Learn what the library has to offer and how you can access these resources from home.
Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)
Drop-in and create a spooky mini potion... more
Drop-in and create a spooky mini potion bottle. While you are here, come check out all the amazing things Ela’s Forge makerspace has. Limit of one mini potion bottle per person while supplies last.
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.
Ed Gjertsen II, CFP, as he guides you through the various strategies and challenges of successfully navigating the important financial aspects of your retirement years.
Venture out to Paulus Park (weather permitting) and join the librarians for a fresh air storytime! We will share fall stories, songs, rhymes, and a painting craft. Dress for a mess.
Using her own research as examples, Maureen Brady will present strategies for tackling those “brick wall” problems all family history researchers face at one time or another.
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)
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
The 90s are calling for 20s & 30s! Work... more
The 90s are calling for 20s & 30s! Work together in teams to decipher nostalgic-filled puzzles, find clues, and Escape the Blockbuster! Ages 20-39 only.
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
The 90s are calling for 20s & 30s! Work... more
The 90s are calling for 20s & 30s! Work together in teams to decipher nostalgic-filled puzzles, find clues, and Escape the Blockbuster! Ages 20-39 only.
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
The 90s are calling for 20s & 30s! Work... more
The 90s are calling for 20s & 30s! Work together in teams to decipher nostalgic-filled puzzles, find clues, and Escape the Blockbuster! Ages 20-39 only.
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
The 90s are calling for 20s & 30s! Work... more
The 90s are calling for 20s & 30s! Work together in teams to decipher nostalgic-filled puzzles, find clues, and Escape the Blockbuster! Ages 20-39 only.
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
The 90s are calling for 20s & 30s! Work... more
The 90s are calling for 20s & 30s! Work together in teams to decipher nostalgic-filled puzzles, find clues, and Escape the Blockbuster! Ages 20-39 only.
Learn to use a sewing machine and create a simple project. All materials and equipment provided. Due to high interest, registration is limited to one class per person per season. For ages 14+
People experiencing memory loss due to Alzheimer's disease or other cognitive issues are invited to attend with care partners. For questions or to register call BACOA at 847 381-5030.
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.
Join Newbery and Caldecott honoree and New York Times bestseller Grace Lin for an engaging conversation about her journey to become an award-winning author and illustrator.
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Conference Room
Tell your own stories, create fun... more
Tell your own stories, create fun characters, and explore fantastical situations in this role-playing game club. No experience required and everything you'll need to play is provided by the library.
Combine your love of reading and the outdoors.
Join us as we discuss what we’re reading and why we love it. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes. Meet at the Information Desk
Prerequisite: MS Excel 2 or related experience.
This class will focus on simple to complex formulas including VLOOKUP, Arrays, Financial Analysis and much more.
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Psychic entertainer Barbara Meyer shares... more
Psychic entertainer Barbara Meyer shares her knowledge of tarot cards, their history, the theory of tarot card reading and some common myths she dispels about the cards.
Terry Savage is a nationally recognized expert on personal finance, the economy and the markets. She’ll provide a reality check on the volatile economy, financial markets and personal finance topics.
Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)
Drop-in to the Forge makerspace to paint... more
Drop-in to the Forge makerspace to paint your very own RPG miniature figure! Warlocks, Dragons, and Fairies are but a few of the many figurines we will have. All supplies provided while supplies last.
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.
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.
Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
Learn how Ela Library can help with your... more
Learn how Ela Library can help with your family history research. Tour our collections, spaces, and equipment, and learn about our services, subscription databases, and additional resources.
Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
Learn how Ela Library can help with your... more
Learn how Ela Library can help with your family history research. Tour our collections, spaces, and equipment, and learn about our services, subscription databases, and additional resources.
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Conference Room
Tell your own stories, create fun... more
Tell your own stories, create fun characters, and explore fantastical situations in this role-playing game club. No experience required and everything you'll need to play is provided by the library.
Join us for a virtual baking class with The Kids' Table and learn how to make and decorate your own Halloween-themed sugar cookies, from start to finish.
Join us on Forge’s YouTube channel the last Friday of each month for a fun lesson on using Cricut software and equipment. Click this event to see a link to Forge's YouTube Channel.
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Get those costumes ready for a morning of... more
Get those costumes ready for a morning of Halloween fun featuring music, games, crafts, and snacks! We'll wrap up the party with a costume parade through the library.
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Conference Room
Tell your own stories, create fun... more
Tell your own stories, create fun characters, and explore fantastical situations in this role-playing game club. No experience required and everything you'll need to play is provided by the library.