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Chess Instruction with Chess Scholars (Advanced)

Grades K-8 without parent/caregiver
2024-09-22 14:00:00 2024-09-22 15:00:00 America/Chicago Chess Instruction with Chess Scholars (Advanced) A basic knowledge of piece movements is recommended. Students will learn about controlling the center, taking the initiative, and attacking in combination. Elk Grove Village Public Library -

Sunday, September 22
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-09-22 14:00:00 2024-09-22 15:00:00 America/Chicago Chess Instruction with Chess Scholars (Advanced) A basic knowledge of piece movements is recommended. Students will learn about controlling the center, taking the initiative, and attacking in combination. Elk Grove Village Public Library -

A basic knowledge of piece movements is recommended. Students will learn about controlling the center, taking the initiative, and attacking in combination.

Chess Scholars is returning to teach chess to advanced players. Please read the class description to verify you are signing up for the appropriate level:

Beginners: No previous chess knowledge is necessary.

Advanced: A basic knowledge of piece movements is recommended. Students will learn about controlling the center, taking the initiative, and attacking in combination.

Required registration is limited to EGVPL cardholders and begins Friday, August 23, 9am. If space is available, non-cardholders may register 3 days prior to the start of the event.

AGE GROUP: | Middle School | Elementary |

EVENT TYPE: | Games & Gaming | Class/Workshop |

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Sat, Nov 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Maker Space
Design and 3D print your own custom 3D printable cookie cutter using Inkscape, OpenSCAD, and the Prusa 3D printers.
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Family Storytime Yoga
Sat, Nov 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
Join this storytime with Lindsey Frank, children’s yoga teacher and author, and bring the magic of books and social skills alive with laughter and movement together with your child.
Be a Storybook Sleuth
Sun, Nov 24, All day
Can you solve our Storybook scavenger hunt? Join us and challenge your illustration ID skills when you take part in one or all three of our weekly scavenger hunts this month in Youth Services.
Guess That Quote
Sun, Nov 24, All day
Test your picture book knowledge! Guess the Quote and win a prize!
Be a Storybook Sleuth
Mon, Nov 25, All day
Can you solve our Storybook scavenger hunt? Join us and challenge your illustration ID skills when you take part in one or all three of our weekly scavenger hunts this month in Youth Services.
Guess That Quote
Mon, Nov 25, All day
Test your picture book knowledge! Guess the Quote and win a prize!
Toy Swap Drop-Off Open
Mon, Nov 25, 9:00am - 10:00pm
Do you have toys looking for a new home? Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Please drop off toys that are in good condition (no stuffed animals please!) at the Youth Services Desk.
Macaroni Soup with Miss Carole!
Mon, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
Get up and get moving during the sing along, dance along, do-along family concert! Get your wiggles out and have fun with active music for kids.
ESL Monday Afternoons
Mon, Nov 25, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Darlene Greaves Conference Room
ESL Classes available for adults.
The Natural Naturalist
Mon, Nov 25, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
Learn about animals around the world when Kim White, The Natural Naturalist, visits the EGVPL with her animal ambassadors.
Fall Craft
Mon, Nov 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kids Korner A/B
Crafter Krystyna Jaroc will help kids create a fall craft to celebrate the Thanksgiving season.
Guess That Quote
Tue, Nov 26, All day
Test your picture book knowledge! Guess the Quote and win a prize!
Toy Swap Drop-Off Open
Tue, Nov 26, 9:00am - 10:00pm
Do you have toys looking for a new home? Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Please drop off toys that are in good condition (no stuffed animals please!) at the Youth Services Desk.
Tuesday Tech Help
Tue, Nov 26, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Drop-in technology help. Got a technology question? Our librarians are here to help!
Kids on the Board
Tue, Nov 26, 11:00am - 11:45am
Kids Korner A/B
Join our board game group, Kids on the Board!
D&D One-Shot
Tue, Nov 26, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Darlene Greaves Conference Room
Join us to take part in an exciting one-shot adventure. These sessions will be for players that have some experience and are comfortable creating their own characters.
Toy Swap Drop-Off Open
Wed, Nov 27, 9:00am - 10:00pm
Do you have toys looking for a new home? Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Please drop off toys that are in good condition (no stuffed animals please!) at the Youth Services Desk.
Toy Swap Drop-Off Open
Fri, Nov 29, 9:00am - 7:00pm
Do you have toys looking for a new home? Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Please drop off toys that are in good condition (no stuffed animals please!) at the Youth Services Desk.
Pajamas & Picture Book Movies
Fri, Nov 29, 10:00am - 10:45am
Kids Korner A/B
Relax after Thanksgiving and join us for a storytime, watch picture book movies with a morning snack, and make a craft! Please register each child in your family that will be attending.
Toy Swap Drop-Off Open
Sat, Nov 30, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Do you have toys looking for a new home? Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Please drop off toys that are in good condition (no stuffed animals please!) at the Youth Services Desk.
Fun Factory Saturday
Sat, Nov 30, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Drop by the library to make a simple craft on your own or with the help of a parent/caregiver. The craft will be available in Youth Services, while supplies last.
Toy Swap Drop-Off Open
Sun, Dec 01, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Do you have toys looking for a new home? Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Please drop off toys that are in good condition (no stuffed animals please!) at the Youth Services Desk.
Toy Swap Drop-Off Open
Mon, Dec 02, 9:00am - 10:00pm
Do you have toys looking for a new home? Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Please drop off toys that are in good condition (no stuffed animals please!) at the Youth Services Desk.
Holiday Gift Bags
Mon, Dec 02, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
No more wrapping paper! Make simple fabric gift bags for your holiday gift giving.
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Toy Swap Drop-Off Open
Tue, Dec 03, 9:00am - 10:00pm
Do you have toys looking for a new home? Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Please drop off toys that are in good condition (no stuffed animals please!) at the Youth Services Desk.
Adult Book Discussion
Tue, Dec 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
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Tuesday Tech Help
Tue, Dec 03, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Drop-in technology help. Got a technology question? Our librarians are here to help!
EGVPL Board of Trustees Meeting
Tue, Dec 03, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
Board Meeting
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