Elgin Public Library

Welcome to the Elgin Public Library. The library is your one stop source for all of your informational needs. We have a large selection of books, magazines, and electronic resources available to be checked out by our library card holders. Here you will also find news, announcements, and a calendar of upcoming library events!

The library is now open for browsing with updated COVID restrictions.We will also still offer our convenient, no-contact pick-up service through our foyer. Please give us a call or message and tell us what you need! Click the SERVICES box below or SERVICES tab above and click on "Safe Browsing and Pick-up Service" for more details! No fines will accrue during this time. Stay safe and healthy, everyone!

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Upcoming Events

Jun 23

Summer Stories!

Jun 23, 2021, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Join Library Lisa for a fun-filled half hour of stories, music, and games! Kids in preschool through grade 3 and their families are invited. These will all be outside in our park area, so bring a blanket or chair for sitting. Story times will be cancelled if it is raining at 11:00.

Jun 28

Summer Reading Program: ISU Insect Zoo!

Jun 28, 2021, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Join us in the park beside the library for an outdoor, interactive display from the ISU Insect Zoo! All those registered for our Summer Reading Program AND their families are welcome to attend! Register at any time online or in the library! This is a free program and registered participants will receive an attendance Brag Tag after the event! They can also earn an extra tag by coloring an insect picture available in the library or online at https://www.ent.iastate.edu/insectzoo/teacher-resources/bug-coloring-pages?fbclid=IwAR0CJmwrJa7_LBF4KN7Aqtj7v4vfdeXJRPMAzv_AkXX6fToZ1QaFeGo-lG0 and by doing the Honeypot Ant word find located here: https://www.ent.iastate.edu/insectzoo/files/teacher_resource/files/honeypot_ant_word_find_0.pdf

Don't miss the fun!

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Jun 30

Summer Stories!

Jun 30, 2021, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Jul 05

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Jul 5, 2021, 6:20 PM – 6:55 PM

The Elgin Public Library Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting via Zoom. Open to all. Call or email Lisa for the passcode.The Zoom ID is: 891 9979 6869

Jul 14

Summer Reading Program: The magic of Mike Prestby!

Jul 14, 2021, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Come to the park outside the library to enjoy the exciting magic of Mike Prestby! He will amaze Summer Reading Participants and their families with stories, magic, and more! All those registered will receive a new Brag Tag for attending.Please bring a blanket or chair for sitting in the park. Don't miss the fun!

Jul 28

Summer Reading Program: Jason Kollum!

Jul 28, 2021, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Join professional juggler and bubble-maker extraordinaire, Jason Kollum, in the park beside the library for some crazy good fun! All those registered for our summer reading program AND their families are invited to attend. Register at the library or online at any time! The program is free and registered kids will receive an attendance Brag Tag after the event! Don't miss the fun!

Aug 02

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Aug 2, 2021, 6:20 PM – 6:55 PM

The Elgin Public Library Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting via Zoom. Open to all. Call or email Lisa for the passcode.The Zoom ID is: 891 9979 6869

Sep 06

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Sep 6, 2021, 6:20 PM – 6:55 PM

The Elgin Public Library Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting via Zoom. Open to all. Call or email Lisa for the passcode.The Zoom ID is: 891 9979 6869

Oct 04

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Oct 4, 2021, 6:20 PM – 6:55 PM

The Elgin Public Library Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting via Zoom. Open to all. Call or email Lisa for the passcode.The Zoom ID is: 891 9979 6869

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