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Registration opens:
August 21st, 2026

Chess Club (Advanced Players)

Grades K-8
2026-09-18 17:30:00 2026-09-18 18:30:00 America/Chicago Chess Club (Advanced Players) Ready to make your next move? Join us for our Chess Club program with National Chess Masters from Glenview Chess! Elk Grove Village Public Library - Kids Korner A

Friday, September 18
5:30pm - 6:30pm

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Ready to make your next move? Join us for our Chess Club program with National Chess Masters from Glenview Chess!

A basic knowledge of piece movements is recommended for this Advanced session.

Required registration is limited to EGVPL cardholders and begins Friday, August 21, 9am. If space is available, non-cardholders may register 3 days prior to the start of the event.

AGE GROUP: | Elementary |

EVENT TYPE: | Games & Gaming |

Elk Grove Village Public Library
Phone: 847-439-0447
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Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
Unwind at the library and paint a numbered canvas featuring your favorite coffee drink, from a... more
Unwind at the library and paint a numbered canvas featuring your favorite coffee drink, from a bold espresso to a sweet affogato. All painting supplies are provided.
Registration opens Friday, August 21 2026 at 9:00am
Kids on the Board
Wed, Sep 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Kids Korner B
Join our board game group, Kids on the Board! Sign up with a friend or meet a new one here at... more
Join our board game group, Kids on the Board! Sign up with a friend or meet a new one here at Kids on the Board. We will have both new games and old favorites to play.
Registration opens Friday, August 21 2026 at 9:00am
Art Class: Paint-by-Number Coffee Canvas
Wed, Sep 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
Unwind at the library and paint a numbered canvas featuring your favorite coffee drink, from a... more
Unwind at the library and paint a numbered canvas featuring your favorite coffee drink, from a bold espresso to a sweet affogato. All painting supplies are provided.
Registration opens Friday, August 21 2026 at 9:00am
Board Game Squad
Wed, Sep 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Kids Korner A/B
Join us to play board games, sharpen strategic thinking skills, make new friends, and have a blast!
Registration opens Friday, August 21 2026 at 9:00am
Check-out the Library
Thu, Sep 17, All day
It’s National Library Card Sign-up Month! Complete this challenge and see what amazing things... more
It’s National Library Card Sign-up Month! Complete this challenge and see what amazing things you can find in our library.
Polish Storytime
Thu, Sep 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Korner A/B
Join us for a Polish-English story time that includes stories and rhymes. Recommended for ages 0... more
Join us for a Polish-English story time that includes stories and rhymes. Recommended for ages 0 - 5.
CSI - Session 1
Thu, Sep 17, 4:15pm - 4:45pm
Kids Korner A/B
SESSION 1: Electricity, Lightning, and Static Electricity- Let's investigate with STEM! This... more
SESSION 1: Electricity, Lightning, and Static Electricity- Let's investigate with STEM! This class combines a little bit of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math with a whole lot of fun!
Registration opens Friday, August 21 2026 at 9:00am
Workshop Nights
Thu, Sep 17, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Maker Space
Join us for Workshop Nights, a dedicated time to learn more about The Makerspace!
Intro to Regional Coffees
Thu, Sep 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Darlene Greaves Conference Room
Enjoy coffee samples while exploring the world’s three major coffee-growing regions with Nikki... more
Enjoy coffee samples while exploring the world’s three major coffee-growing regions with Nikki Zimmerman.
Registration opens Friday, August 21 2026 at 9:00am
Baby-Sitters Club Bestie Bash
Thu, Sep 17, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Kids Korner A/B
Calling all Baby-Sitters Club fans! Celebrate friendship with fun crafts, games, and activities... more
Calling all Baby-Sitters Club fans! Celebrate friendship with fun crafts, games, and activities inspired by the beloved book series.
Registration opens Friday, August 21 2026 at 9:00am
Build Your B.R.A.N.D. in Transition
Thu, Sep 17, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
Tom Gosche, Networking Navigator and Business Strategist, will present a practical workshop... more
Tom Gosche, Networking Navigator and Business Strategist, will present a practical workshop designed for professionals who are navigating a career change, job search, or return to the workforce.
Check-out the Library
Fri, Sep 18, All day
It’s National Library Card Sign-up Month! Complete this challenge and see what amazing things... more
It’s National Library Card Sign-up Month! Complete this challenge and see what amazing things you can find in our library.
Chess Club (Advanced Players)
Fri, Sep 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kids Korner A
Ready to make your next move? Join us for our Chess Club program with National Chess Masters... more
Ready to make your next move? Join us for our Chess Club program with National Chess Masters from Glenview Chess!
Registration opens Friday, August 21 2026 at 9:00am
Chess Club (Beginning Players)
Fri, Sep 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kids Korner B
Ready to make your next move? Join us for our Chess Club program with National Chess Masters... more
Ready to make your next move? Join us for our Chess Club program with National Chess Masters from Glenview Chess!
Registration opens Friday, August 21 2026 at 9:00am
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