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Google Sheets: Intro Functions and Formulas (R)

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Craft Room at Dundee Library
Program Type:
Technology Classes
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

This hands-on class will teach the basics of using functions and formulas in Google Sheets. Having a Google/Gmail account to log into will be beneficial to follow along and complet...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

This hands-on class will teach the basics of using functions and formulas in Google Sheets. Having a Google/Gmail account to log into will be beneficial to follow along and complete activities on your own.

Hello Baby Storytime

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room at Dundee Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Family
Event Details:

Join us for a storytime geared towards our littlest patrons! This lapsit storytime will focus on singing, rhymes, and parent interaction to help develop early literacy skills. Stor...

Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Family
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a storytime geared towards our littlest patrons! This lapsit storytime will focus on singing, rhymes, and parent interaction to help develop early literacy skills.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

ESL Placement Testing Session

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Corner 68 at Dundee Library
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

We will be offering free English as a Second Language classes in partnership with the Elgin YWCA beginning February 3. Sign up now to register for the required placement testing.&n...

Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Corner 68
Age Group: Adult
Event Details:

We will be offering free English as a Second Language classes in partnership with the Elgin YWCA beginning February 3.

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Bilingual Storytime

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Meeting Room at Dundee Library
Program Type:
En Español, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
Bilingual Storytime:

Welcome friends! Read stories, sing and have fun in English and Spanish. All ages but best for 2-6. ¡Bienvenidos amigos! Vengan a leer cuentos, canta y diviértete en inglés y ...

Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: En Español, Storytime

Welcome friends! Read stories, sing and have fun in English and Spanish. All ages but best for 2-6.

¡Bienvenidos amigos! Vengan a leer cuentos, canta y diviértete en inglés y español. Todas las edades pero mejor para 2-6.

 

Dundee Book Club

Dundee Library Book Club

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Corner 68 at Dundee Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs & More
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

We will be reading The Storm We Made by Vanessa Chan. Copies of the discussion books are available for pick-up at the Information Desk at the Dundee Library. Call (847) 4...

Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Corner 68
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs & More
Event Details:

We will be reading The Storm We Made by Vanessa Chan. Copies of the discussion books are available for pick-up at the Information Desk at the Dundee Library. Call (847) 428-3661 for information.

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Pixel Art: Kids Edition

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room at Dundee Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth
Pixel Art: Kids Edition:

The teens’ favorite program is now available for younger kids! Use perler beads to turn pixel art into keychains, mini figures, and original pieces of art. Grades 1-6.

Event Details:

Theme: DisneyParents must accompany children that are under the age of 9. 

Register
Required
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

The teens’ favorite program is now available for younger kids! Use perler beads to turn pixel art into keychains, mini figures, and original pieces of art. Grades 1-6.

Theme: Disney

Parents must accompany children that are under the age of 9.

 

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Dundee Book Club

Dundee Library Book Club

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Corner 68 at Dundee Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs & More
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

We will be reading The Storm We Made by Vanessa Chan. Copies of the discussion books are available for pick-up at the Information Desk at the Dundee Library. Call (847) 4...

Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Corner 68
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs & More
Event Details:

We will be reading The Storm We Made by Vanessa Chan. Copies of the discussion books are available for pick-up at the Information Desk at the Dundee Library. Call (847) 428-3661 for information.

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Storytime with Miss Rachel @ RO

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Randall Oaks Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
Storytime with Miss Rachel at RO:

Enjoy books, songs, flannel stories, dancing, and bubbles while learning some early literacy tips. All ages, but best for 2-6.

Library Branch: Randall Oaks Library
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime

Enjoy books, songs, flannel stories, dancing, and bubbles while learning some early literacy tips. All ages, but best for 2-6.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

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Battle of the Book Club

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Corner 68 at Dundee Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs & More
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

If your reading recommendations come from Booktok, your book reviews from Instagram, and you always consult Goodreads ratings before choosing your next read; if your TBR list ...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Corner 68
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs & More
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

If your reading recommendations come from Booktok, your book reviews from Instagram, and you always consult Goodreads ratings before choosing your next read; if your TBR list is full of trending titles you swear you’ll get to “eventually”, th

Inteligencia Artificial en Redes Sociales

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Craft Room at Dundee Library
Program Type:
En Español, Technology Classes
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Aprende a identificar la inteligencia artificial en publicaciones e interacciones en redes sociales. Diseñado para personas con conocimientos básicos en tecnología, el programa es ...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: En Español, Technology Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Aprende a identificar la inteligencia artificial en publicaciones e interacciones en redes sociales. Diseñado para personas con conocimientos básicos en tecnología, el programa es accesible para cualquier individuo con un teléfono móvil. 

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Tots Town

Friday, January 31, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room at Dundee Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth
Event Details:

Come to Tot’s Town for some fun and play. Don’t dress your best and be ready for a mess. No registration necessary. Ages 1-3 with caregiver. 

Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Come to Tot’s Town for some fun and play. Don’t dress your best and be ready for a mess. No registration necessary. Ages 1-3 with caregiver. 

Celebrate Black History Month Take Home Kit

All Day
YS Department at Dundee Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs & More
Age Group:
Youth, Family
Event Details:

Bring history to life with a unique collection of crafts, games, and reading suggestions recommended for kids in grades K-8. Available while supplies last at the Dundee and Randall...

Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: YS Department
Age Group: Youth, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs & More
Event Details:

Bring history to life with a unique collection of crafts, games, and reading suggestions recommended for kids in grades K-8. Available while supplies last at the Dundee and Randall Oaks libraries.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Little Scientist Take Home Kit

All Day
YS Department at Dundee Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, S.T.E.M./Maker
Age Group:
Youth
Event Details:

New lab every month! Activities based on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math that are best for ages 2-4. Available while supplies last at the Dundee and Randall Oa...

Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: YS Department
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, S.T.E.M./Maker
Event Details:

New lab every month! 

Activities based on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math that are best for ages 2-4. Available while supplies last at the Dundee and Randall Oaks Libraries. 

 

Grab 'N Go Craft Kit: Bookmarks & Box Braids

All Day 2/1 - 2/8
Main Level at Dundee Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Kick Black History Month off right with some edu-crafting! Registrants will get an overview of the significance of black hair in America through this bookish, hands-on project.Craf...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Main Level
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Kick Black History Month off right with some edu-crafting! Registrants will get an overview of the significance of black hair in America through this bookish, hands-on project.

English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Corner 68 at Dundee Library
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

FREE English as a Second Language class for adults. English as a Second Language skills, including digital literacy, are taught and practiced for Basic through Low Intermediat...

Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Corner 68
Age Group: Adult
Event Details:

FREE English as a Second Language class for adults. 

English as a Second Language skills, including digital literacy, are taught and practiced for Basic through Low Intermediate levels for Adults- all nationalities welcome!

Storytime with Ms. Lisa

Storytime with Ms. Lisa @ RO

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Randall Oaks Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
Event Details:

Enjoy books, songs, flannel stories, dancing, and bubbles all while learning some early literacy tips with Ms. Lisa. All ages, but best for 2-6. No need to register, just show...

Library Branch: Randall Oaks Library
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Enjoy books, songs, flannel stories, dancing, and bubbles all while learning some early literacy tips with Ms. Lisa. All ages, but best for 2-6. No need to register, just show up to the Randall Oaks library!

U.S. Citizenship Class Wk 1

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Corner 68 at Dundee Library
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Prepare for citizenship with our FREE class presented in partnership with the YWCA. Guidance from Sidney, our citizenship instructorEngaging 6-week program meeting once a week...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Corner 68
Age Group: Adult
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Prepare for citizenship with our FREE class presented in partnership with the YWCA. 

WhatsApp Y Su Seguridad

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Craft Room at Dundee Library
Program Type:
En Español, Technology Classes
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Whatsapp es una de las aplicaciones de mensaje más utilizadas en el mundo pero ¿es segura? Descubra cómo WhatsApp maneja y mantiene segura su información privada.

Register
Required
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: En Español, Technology Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Whatsapp es una de las aplicaciones de mensaje más utilizadas en el mundo pero ¿es segura? Descubra cómo WhatsApp maneja y mantiene segura su información privada.

English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Corner 68 at Dundee Library
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

FREE English as a Second Language class for adults. English as a Second Language skills, including digital literacy, are taught and practiced for Basic through Low Intermediat...

Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Corner 68
Age Group: Adult
Event Details:

FREE English as a Second Language class for adults. 

English as a Second Language skills, including digital literacy, are taught and practiced for Basic through Low Intermediate levels for Adults- all nationalities welcome!

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Tuesday Tales

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room at Dundee Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
Tuesday Tales:

Drop in for stories, songs, rhymes and more. Great for the whole family.

Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime

Drop in for stories, songs, rhymes and more. Great for the whole family.

Resume Workshop with workNet Batavia

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Level at Dundee Library
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Refresh your resume with assistance from a Career Coach! Get valuable tips and personalized feedback to make your resume standout to potential employers. 

Register
Required
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Main Level
Age Group: Adult
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Refresh your resume with assistance from a Career Coach! Get valuable tips and personalized feedback to make your resume standout to potential employers. 

Storytime Craft

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Craft Room at Dundee Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth
Event Details:

Drop in and create a storytime-related craft.

Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop in and create a storytime-related craft.

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Northern Lights Art Project

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Craft Room at Dundee Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth
Event Details:

Let's make a fun art project using chalk oil pastels. Our inspiration? The Northern Lights. Grades 1-6.

Register
Required
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Let's make a fun art project using chalk oil pastels. Our inspiration? The Northern Lights. Grades 1-6.

Google Sheets Part 4: Intro to Vlookup, Index Match (R)

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Craft Room at Dundee Library
Program Type:
Technology Classes
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

This hands-on class will teach the basics building VLOOKUP functions in Google Sheets. Having a Google/Gmail account to log into will be beneficial to follow along and complete act...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

This hands-on class will teach the basics building VLOOKUP functions in Google Sheets. Having a Google/Gmail account to log into will be beneficial to follow along and complete activities on your own.