Gail Borden to host Rako-O Family Fall Fest, robot building and more
The Gail Borden Public Library is offering a variety of programs this fall. For details, call (847) 742-2411 or visit www.gailborden.info.
'Secret Presidency':
William Hazelgrove will discuss his book "Madam President: The Secret Presidency of Edith Wilson" at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 17, at the main library, 270 N. Grove Ave., Elgin. The book is an engaging portrait of the woman who became acting President of the United States in 1919, months before women officially won the right to vote. Please register at gailborden.info/register.
Library Card Sign-Up Month:
Get exclusive deals at participating businesses during the month of September when you show your Gail Borden Library card!
Don't have a library card yet? Sign up at any Gail Borden Library location. It's a great way to support literacy and local businesses. Visit gailborden.info/deals for a full list of participating businesses and discounts.
The discounts include: A to Z Rentals, 10% off any rental item (up to $10 discount); Alexander's Cafe, 10% off with library card; Al's Cafe, 10% off check; Anderson's Engraving, $5 for name engraved on any item like a cellphone, iPod, or calculator; Anderson Animal Shelter, 10% off; Artistic Framing & Supplies, 10% off framing and 15% off in-stock art supplies; Blue Box Cafe, $1 off a sandwich or salad; The Centre of Elgin, complimentary guest pass and $0 enrollment fee; Dairy Queen Orange Julius, 704 W. Chicago St., $1 off a medium or large blizzard or 50 cents off mini or small blizzard; Dairy Queen Orange Julius, 727 Villa St. and 712 McLean Blvd. in South Elgin, 50 cents off a medium or large blizzard, limit 1 per visit; Eastside Recreation Center, complimentary guest pass for 14 or older; Elgin Antiques & Uniques, 20% off; Elgin Dental Associates, free smile kit; Elgin Public House, $3 off two or more entrees, see website for restrictions; Elgin Public Museum, 10% off any item in the store; Epic Air Trampoline Park, $5 off a 2-hour jump; Gifford's Kitchen and Social, 10% off food for up to six people; Grumpy Goat Tavern, $3 off with purchase of 2 or more entrees, one discount per table; Guge Institute & Art Studio, 15% off any sculpture or class or $15 off any class for new customers; Herb's Bakery, 10% off total order; Jester's Fast Food, 10% off; Jimmy Johns, 50 S. Grove Ave. Suite B, free medium drink with purchase of a sandwich; Kellenberguer Auto Service, $5 off any repair; McDonald's - Bear Family Restaurants, choice of free vanilla cone, sundae, or pie with any purchase; McGrath Nissan, $19.95 oil and filter change with multi-point inspection and car wash included; NAPA Auto Parts, 10% off any purchase; Old Republic Kitchen & Bar, 10% off with library card; Original Country Donuts, 15% off any purchase; PPG Pittsburgh Paints, friends and family discount with card; Rediscover Records, 20% off any pre-owned vinyl; includes T-shirts, posters and coffee cubs; Rookies, 10% off with library card; and Village Squire, 10% off with library card.
Job fair:
Jobseekers will have an opportunity to discuss positions with local employers such as John B. Sanfilippo & Sons, Santa's Village, Chase Card Services, Weber-Stephen Products, Bear Family McDonald's Restaurants and many more from 2 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 18, at the main library. Computers will be available for online applications. For more information about participating businesses, visit www.gailborden.info/jobfair.
Rako-O Family Fall Festival:
Celebrate fall at the "Rako-O Family Fall Festival" on Saturday, Sept. 21. The Rakow Branch, 2751 W. Bowes Road in Elgin, will present an afternoon of autumn fun at the annual festival from 1 to 4 p.m. Visitors will enjoy pumpkin decorating, crafts, farm animals, a caricaturist, craft fair, artisan demos and more.
Robot building:
Sharpen your robot building and coding skills at Gail Borden Library this fall. The main library will host a "Robot Building Showcase" for all ages from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17. Discover how to assemble and code robots using Robotis kits. No registration is necessary to attend.