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All library locations will be closed on December 31 and January 1 in observance of the New Year's holiday.

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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.

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.

 

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Taste Testing Science @ RO

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth, Family
Randall Oaks Library
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Randall Oaks Library
Age Group: Youth, Family
Program Type: Culinary Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Can you taste things differently if you don’t see the food? Can you taste the difference of name brand food vs. generic? Have fun with your family learning the science of taste! Family 

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.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

*NEW DATE* Origami Workshop

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen, Adult
Dundee Library
Full
Registration
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Corner 68
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

***NEW PROGRAM DATE (Rescheduled from January 16) 

This event is in the "Youth" group.

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Foodie Kids Jr

11:30am - 12:00pm
Youth
Dundee Library
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Culinary Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

It’s Foodie Kids, but for the little ones. Make a food item related to a book or book character. Ages 3-6.

January: Penguin Huddle

 

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

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Family Trivia Night: Harry Potter Year Seven

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Youth, Teen, Adult, Family
Dundee Library
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Registration
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Teen, Adult, Family
Program Type: Book Clubs & More
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 27
Event Details:

It’s time to gather your friends and fight for the fate of the Wizarding World! Challenge opposing teams to score points in three rounds of themed trivia based upon the seventh book: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Horror Book Club

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adult
Dundee Library
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Registration
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Corner 68
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs & More
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Storytime with Ms. Lisa @ RO

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

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Crochet Basics 2

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Teen, Adult
Dundee Library
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Registration
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: S.T.E.M./Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

*Prerequisite: You must already know how to create a starting chain and complete rows of single crochet stitches.   

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Making the Most of Social Security

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adult
Dundee Library
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Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Corner 68
Age Group: Adult
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Stacy Bromann of The Dala Group will provide details on the various filing strategies available to single individuals, married couples, divorced individuals, and widows.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

ESL Placement Testing Session

9:30am - 11:30am
Adult
Dundee Library
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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Storytime Craft

10:30am - 11:00am
Youth
Dundee Library
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop in and create a storytime-related craft.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Dog Man Party

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth, Family
Dundee Library
Register
Registration
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, S.T.E.M./Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 36
Event Details:

Let's roll out the red carpet to celebrate the release of Dog Man the Movie! Test your super sniffer against our blind smell test, make a robot in Petey's Secret Lab, learn how to draw Dog Man, and more!

Disclaimer(s)

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

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.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Google Sheets: Intro Functions and Formulas (R)

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Adult
Dundee Library
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Registration
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology Classes
Registration 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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

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.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

ESL Placement Testing Session

9:30am - 11:30am
Adult
Dundee Library
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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.

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.

 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Dundee Library Book Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult
Dundee Library
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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Pixel Art: Kids Edition

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth
Dundee Library
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Registration
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration 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.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Dundee Library Book Club

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adult
Dundee Library
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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.

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.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Battle of the Book Club

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adult
Dundee Library
Register
Registration
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Corner 68
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs & More
Registration 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