Articles filed under Gail Borden Public Library
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Suburban Mosaic: What I learned from breaking bread with an Afghan refugee family
May 2, 2022 9:16 AM - A few of my friends and I informally have adopted an Afghan refugee family of eight who arrived in the Chicago area nearly six months ago. Here's what I learned when sitting down with them for an iftar meal during Ramadan.
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Definitely not in Kansas anymore: Exhibit brings 'The Wizard of Oz' to Elgin library
Apr 28, 2022 6:44 PM - For the next four months, the Gail Borden Public Library in Elgin will be home to the traveling "The Wizard of Oz" educational exhibit based on the classic 1939 movie. -
Explore the history of Elgin during Preservation Month
Apr 28, 2022 3:58 PM - Learn about local history and how to preserve your heritage with Gail Borden Public Library, Elgin Heritage Commission, and Elgin Area Historical Society. -
'Follow the Yellow Brick Road' to Gail Borden's 'Wizard of Oz' exhibit opening April 29
Apr 22, 2022 9:53 PM - Starting April 29, Gail Borden Public Library in Elgin will be launching a fun-filled educational exhibit based on the beloved classic "The Wizard of Oz." -
Historian to present 'Fun in Elgin' at library Monday nightApr 8, 2022 4:58 PM - Championship baseball games, circus elephants and car races will be topics of conversation as historian Linda Rock presents "Fun in Elgin," a talk about summer fun from Elgin days of yore.
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Learn about the history of 'Fun in Elgin' April 11
Apr 6, 2022 11:24 PM - Championship baseball games, circus elephants, and car races were all part of fun summers in Elgin. -
Local journalists add important perspective to 'Elgin: A Women's City Without Many Pictures' exhibit
Mar 3, 2022 10:29 PM - The exhibit "Elgin: A Women's City Without Many Pictures" opens March 3 at Gail Borden Public Library in Elgin. Honoring women from yesterday and today, this exhibit is based on a book written by E.C. "Mike" Alft, "Elgin: A Women's City. -
This is a woman's world, at least during Women's History Month
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Gail Borden, KCT Credit Union host Financial Wellness SeriesFeb 18, 2022 7:47 PM - It's easy to get your finances in shape with these KCT Credit Union financial wellness programs, offered in partnership with Gail Borden Public Library.
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Free tax preparation assistance available with Gail Borden Public LibraryFeb 17, 2022 1:19 PM - Gail Borden Public Library with partner Free For You Services is providing free tax preparation assistance through April 16 in a drop-off format. In-person help is not available.
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