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Minecraft University

Grade 5-8

2023-09-29 17:00:00 2023-09-29 18:30:00 America/Chicago Minecraft University A series of modded Minecraft workshops, for experienced players in grades 5-8, that will build on knowledge over 3 consecutive classes. Only register if you can attend all 3 dates of the session. Elk Grove Village Public Library - Conference Room

Friday, September 29
5:00pm - 6:30pm

Add to Calendar 2023-09-29 17:00:00 2023-09-29 18:30:00 America/Chicago Minecraft University A series of modded Minecraft workshops, for experienced players in grades 5-8, that will build on knowledge over 3 consecutive classes. Only register if you can attend all 3 dates of the session. Elk Grove Village Public Library - Conference Room

A series of modded Minecraft workshops, for experienced players in grades 5-8, that will build on knowledge over 3 consecutive classes. Only register if you can attend all 3 dates of the session.

Required registration is limited to EGVPL cardholders and begins Friday, August 25, 9 am. If space is available, non-cardholders may register 3 days prior to the start of the program.

For children entering grades 5-8.

Workshops will take place in the Conference Room.

AGE GROUP: | Middle School |

EVENT TYPE: | STEM | Games & Gaming |

TAGS: | |

Elk Grove Village Public Library

Phone: 847-439-0447

Hours
Mon, Nov 27 9:00AM to 10:00PM
Tue, Nov 28 9:00AM to 10:00PM
Wed, Nov 29 9:00AM to 10:00PM
Thu, Nov 30 9:00AM to 10:00PM
Fri, Dec 01 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Sat, Dec 02 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 03 1:00PM to 5:00PM

Upcoming events

Thu, Nov 30, All day
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Thu, Nov 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Thu, Nov 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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In this historical portrayal, historian Leslie Goddard, Ph.D., takes you on an exciting, true story about the real-life stewardesses for Pan Am, the most glamorous U.S. airline.

Fri, Dec 01, All day
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Fri, Dec 01, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
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Sat, Dec 02, All day
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Sat, Dec 02, All day
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Sat, Dec 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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Sat, Dec 02, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
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Sun, Dec 03, All day
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Mon, Dec 04, All day
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Mon, Dec 04, All day
Stop in and pick up a gingerbread cutout and fill a bag with supplies to decorate it at home. Bring back your gingerbread person to Youth Services where we will display your "yummy" creations.

Mon, Dec 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Tue, Dec 05, All day
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Tue, Dec 05, All day
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Tue, Dec 05, 10:00am - 10:45am
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Tue, Dec 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Tue, Dec 05, 11:00am - 1:00pm
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Tue, Dec 05, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
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Tue, Dec 05, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
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Wed, Dec 06, All day
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Wed, Dec 06, All day
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Wed, Dec 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Wed, Dec 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Wed, Dec 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Wed, Dec 06, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
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Wed, Dec 06, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
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Wed, Dec 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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Thu, Dec 07, All day
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Thu, Dec 07, All day
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Fri, Dec 08, All day
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Fri, Dec 08, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
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Sun, Dec 10, All day
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Mon, Dec 11, All day
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Wed, Dec 13, All day
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Wed, Dec 13, All day
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Wed, Dec 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Wed, Dec 13, 6:00pm - 9:30pm
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Thu, Dec 14, All day
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Thu, Dec 14, All day
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Thu, Dec 14, 10:00am - 7:00pm
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Thu, Dec 14, 11:30am - 1:00pm
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Thu, Dec 14, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
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Thu, Dec 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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Thu, Dec 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Thu, Dec 14, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
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Hang out and learn a song on the ukulele. All experience levels are welcome! Ukuleles are provided by the library.
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Fri, Dec 15, All day
Our Gingerbread Man Scavenger Hunt is back! Visit the big gingerbread man near the Youth Services entrance to get your first clue. Then follow the clues until the final one leads you to a prize!

Fri, Dec 15, All day
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Fri, Dec 15, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
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Sat, Dec 16, All day
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.

Sat, Dec 16, All day
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Sat, Dec 16, All day
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Sat, Dec 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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Mon, Dec 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Large Meeting Room A/B/C
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Mon, Dec 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Large Meeting Room A/B/C
Enjoy an afternoon movie in the Lee Maternowski Room. Popcorn will be served!

Mon, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 9:30pm
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Mon, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 10:00pm
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Tue, Dec 19, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Drop-in technology help. Got a technology question? Our librarians are here to help!

Tue, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 10:00pm
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Wed, Dec 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Conference Room
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Wed, Dec 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Large Meeting Room A/B/C
Paint a beautiful winter scene utilizing salt and watered down acrylic paint. Registration begins November 24 and is limited to High School & Adult EGVPL cardholders only.
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Wed, Dec 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Large Meeting Room A/B/C
Paint a beautiful winter scene utilizing salt and watered down acrylic paint. Registration begins November 24 and is limited to High School & Adult EGVPL cardholders only.
This event is full

Wed, Dec 20, 6:00pm - 9:30pm
Need a secret spot to wrap that special gift? Drop by Adult Services - we have all the supplies and space you need! Select dates and times only. While supplies last.

Wed, Dec 20, 6:00pm - 10:00pm
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Thu, Dec 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Large Meeting Room A/B/C
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Thu, Dec 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Maker Space
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Fri, Dec 22, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Conference Room
A modded Minecraft workshop for experienced players that will build on knowledge over 3 consecutive classes.

Sat, Dec 23, All day
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.

Sat, Dec 23, 10:00am - 4:00pm
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Tue, Dec 26, 11:00am - 1:00pm
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Wed, Dec 27, All day
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Wed, Dec 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Wed, Dec 27, 10:30am - 2:30pm
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Thu, Dec 28, 11:00am - 11:45am
Large Meeting Room A/B/C
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Thu, Dec 28, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Large Meeting Room A/B/C
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Thu, Dec 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
A/V Recording Studio
No appointment needed! Stop by the AV Studio for help with any tech issues you are having!

Fri, Dec 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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Fri, Dec 29, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
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Sat, Dec 30, All day
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Sat, Dec 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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