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Tuesday Tales

10:00am - 10:30am
Youth
Dundee Library
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.

LEGO Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth
Dundee Library
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: S.T.E.M./Maker
Event Details:

Love to build? Obsessed with LEGOs? Join us at the Library to build with other LEGO lovers! We'll have opportunities for challenges as well as for free build time.

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.

We often take photographs during library events. These photos are for library use only and may be used for promotion in print, digital, and social media. Attending a library event provides expressed consent to take and utilize photographs of you/your family. If you prefer not to be photographed, please alert a staff member.

Alebrije de Arcilla de Aire parte 1

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Family
Dundee Library
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Registration
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: En Español
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Crea un alebrije para decorar su ofrenda usando arcilla de aire. Este es un proyecto de dos partes. En la primera parte, moldearás y le darás forma a la arcilla de aire para convertirla en un alebrije. En la segunda parte pintarás tu alebrije.

MICROSOFT EXCEL 2019 PART 1: BASIC BUDGETING (R)

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adult
Dundee Library
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Corner 68
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Intended for beginners, this hands-on class will teach you how to create a basic budget using some of the most important tools in Excel. Basic mouse and keyboarding skills required. Hands-on. 

Hello Baby Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Youth, Family
Dundee Library
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.

Bilingual Storytime

10:15am - 10:45am
Youth
Dundee Library
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.

 

Stardew Valley Pixel Art

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen
Dundee Library
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Registration
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Corner 68
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Use perler beads to create your own Stardew Valley pixel art of your favorite characters, animals, items, and more from the game. For grades 6-12. Please register.

Disclaimer(s)

We often take photographs during library events. These photos are for library use only and may be used for promotion in print, digital, and social media. Attending a library event provides expressed consent to take and utilize photographs of you/your family. If you prefer not to be photographed, please alert a staff member.

Storytime with Miss Rachel @ RO

10:00am - 10:30am
Youth
Randall Oaks Library
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.

Immigration Help at the Dundee Library

4:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen, Adult, Family
Dundee Library
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Family
Program Type: En Español
Event Details:

Do you have questions about immigration benefits and the path to citizenship? DOJ accredited professionals from Alianza Hispanoamericana will offer free, personal consultations at the Dundee Library.

Calabazas Artesanales

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adult
Dundee Library
Full
Registration
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Corner 68
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, En Español
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Prepara tu hogar para Halloween creando un centro de mesa festivo de calabaza inspirado en los platos de barro mexicanos. ¡Se proporcionarán materiales!

Little Artist: Creepy Crawly Spider

10:00am - 10:30pm
Youth
Dundee Library
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0

You don’t have to be a big kid to be an artist. Dress for a mess and create your own art project! Ages 1-3.

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.

We often take photographs during library events. These photos are for library use only and may be used for promotion in print, digital, and social media. Attending a library event provides expressed consent to take and utilize photographs of you/your family. If you prefer not to be photographed, please alert a staff member.

Meet Your Not-So-Scary Local Horror Author!

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Teen, Adult
Dundee Library
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Registration
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs & More
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 49
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon hanging out with several prominent horror authors from the northern Illinois area. Hear our panel discuss the horror genre and various part of the writing and publishing process.

Community Crisis Center Visit

9:00am - 5:00pm
Adult
Dundee Library
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Main Level
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Outreach
Event Details:

Support staff from the Community Crisis Center in Elgin will host a table on the main level to provide information and support in observance of Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

Halloween Dance Party and Parade @ RO

10:00am - 10:30am
Youth
Randall Oaks Library
Library Branch: Randall Oaks Library
Age Group: Youth
Event Details:

Dance the monster mash, slide to thriller, enjoy the atmosphere, and have fun wearing your costume to celebrate Halloween! This program will also be repeated at 4:00.

Halloween Dance Party and Parade @ RO

4:00pm - 4:30pm
Youth, Family
Randall Oaks Library
Library Branch: Randall Oaks Library
Age Group: Youth, Family
Event Details:

Dance the monster mash, slide to thriller, enjoy the atmosphere, and have fun wearing your costume to celebrate Halloween! This program will also be at 10 a.m.  

ASL Family Classes

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth, Teen, Family
Dundee Library
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Registration
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Teen, Family
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Want to learn something new as a family? The Dundee Library will be offering its first American Sign Language course. This six-week family course will consist of basic ASL taught by Debrah Kaczmarek.

Introducción a Computadoras – Lo Básico - Parte Dos

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Adult
Dundee Library
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Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: En Español, Technology Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Continuaremos descubriendo las herramientas para usar una computadora con confianza.

Requiera haber asistido a Parte Uno o tener conocimiento basico con las computadoras. 

Sourdough Bread 101

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Adult
Dundee Library
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Culinary Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn the basics of making sourdough bread from start to finish with Lindsay, owner of Pink Kitchen Breads. Tasting, recipe and starter are provided for attendees.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Drive-In: Muppet Babies Halloween

10:00am - 10:45am
Youth
Dundee Library
Register
Registration
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movies & Music
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

We will make something spooky out of a cardboard box and watch an episode of Muppet Babies. Fruit snacks will be given out as a treat. Ages 3-6 w/caregiver. 

 

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.

We often take photographs during library events. These photos are for library use only and may be used for promotion in print, digital, and social media. Attending a library event provides expressed consent to take and utilize photographs of you/your family. If you prefer not to be photographed, please alert a staff member.

Drop-In Career Services with workNet Batavia

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adult
Dundee Library
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Corner 68
Age Group: Adult
Event Details:

Meet one-on-one with a Career Coach from workNet Batavia’s One Stop Team to discuss careers, job hunting, resumes, cover letters, Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), and more.

Homeschool Hangout

11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth, Family
Dundee Library
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Youth, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, S.T.E.M./Maker
Event Details:

Learn, discover, and meet new friends! Join us for a monthly hands-on activity. Parents and caregivers are welcome to connect during this program! All ages.

Disclaimer(s)

We often take photographs during library events. These photos are for library use only and may be used for promotion in print, digital, and social media. Attending a library event provides expressed consent to take and utilize photographs of you/your family. If you prefer not to be photographed, please alert a staff member.

ZomBears @ RO

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth, Teen
Randall Oaks Library
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Registration
Library Branch: Randall Oaks Library
Age Group: Youth, Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

They’re cute, they’re creepy, and they are back at Randall Oaks! Create a Zombear and continue the saga of Zombears at Randall Oaks. Grades 4-8   

 

MICROSOFT EXCEL 2019 PART 2: CHARTS AND GRAPHS (R)

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adult
Dundee Library
Full
Registration
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Corner 68
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn how to create charts and graphs and link data from multiple spreadsheets. Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel required. Hands-on. 

Board of Trustees Meeting

7:00pm - 9:00pm
Adult
Dundee Library
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Library Board
Event Details:

The Library Board of Trustees generally meets on the third Tuesday of the month at 7:00 PM in the meeting room at Dundee Library.  The Board is elected by the taxpayers to serve in a volunteer capacity.  Meetings are open to the public.