Upcoming Events

Dairies to Prairies tells of the rise and fall of the dairy industry in Elgin. Explore how these former dairy farms have come under pressure from suburban development, modern day agriculture and efforts to restore natural prairies. 

Looking for a fun and rewarding way to help out your community? Work together and give back by joining the Library's Crafting for a Cause Program! This program is open to high schoolers.

Join the Smart Cookies book club this month to read The First Rule of Punk a Novel by Celia C. Pérez. 

Ryan Decker breaks down the basics of personal finance: budgeting and introductory saving and investment strategies. Learn which factors to consider for deciding when, where, and how to save, invest or aggressively tackle debt.

Discover new picture books and see old favorites in a fresh way with art and craft projects. For ages 3-8, with caregiver. 

Drop in anytime from 10-11:30 a.m. to create with your child.

Registration will open for CSPL cardholders age 16+ on April 1. 

You are welcome to save a seat for yourself plus one guest at that time, just click "add another" or contact us for assistance.

Registration will open for CSPL cardholders age 16+ on April 1. 

You are welcome to save a seat for yourself plus one guest at that time, just click "add another" or contact us for assistance.

Meditation Together is a monthly hands-on series exploring fun and simple relaxation techniques with your friends and neighbors. New members are always welcome.

Todos son bienvenidos. Este programa se llevará a cabo en inglés y español.
All are welcome. This program will be in English and Spanish.   

Bring your friends and family for a great time constructing all of your LEGO ideas. 

Registration is encouraged, NOT required, so drop-ins are welcome.

We will be sharing wonderful stories, songs and rhymes for our smallest friends. Stay to play and socialize and to connect with other caregivers. For families with children under age two.

Let's explore all things that are fun to squish, squeeze and shape. We'll make silky, squishy 2-ingredient dough in this half hour of free play.

Get moving at this hour-long, high-intensity cardio workout. Expect a fast-paced session that gets your heart rate up and energy levels soaring. Be sure to wear comfortable clothes and shoes. 

Owning a home takes a lot of time, money and energy. This course covers what a lender looks for in a loan application, credit basics, down payments and the players in the home buying process.

Presented by Open Communities.

Todos son bienvenidos. Este programa se llevará a cabo en español.
All are welcome. This program will be held in Spanish.

We will be sharing wonderful stories, songs and rhymes for our smallest friends. Stay to play and socialize and to connect with other caregivers. For families with children under age two.

Join us for a live storytime to dance, sing, read and play. 

Join us for this five-week course covering Window Fundamentals.

This is the monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. The public is welcome to attend.

An all-ages, lively storytime featuring books, music, movement and more! For families with children ages birth to six.

Page Turners is an exciting book club that explores new worlds, friends, and unforgettable characters. This session we will be reading Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot by Dav Pilkey.

Join us for a clear, practical session on Power of Attorney (POA). Learn what POA is, the types available, how to set one up, and the responsibilities involved. Discover how it can protect your interests in medical, financial and legal matters.

An interactive storytime that pairs books with movement and mindfulness. Practice yoga poses, play with active songs and pause for focus and relaxation. For ages 3-6, with caregiver. 

Registration will open for CSPL cardholders age 16+ on Wednesday, April 1.