Daily Herald

Gail Borden Library honored with award for transformative ‘Violins of Hope’ project

Gail Borden Public Library recently received the highly coveted John Cotton Dana Award, one of the most prestigious accolades in the library world, for its transformative “Violins of Hope” project.
Daily Herald

Gail Borden Library staff member receives award for positive impact on children

Gail Borden Public Library's Debbie Roycroft is the recipient of the 2023 Youth Services Achievement Award from the Illinois Library Association. The award recognizes an individual who has made an ...
Chicago Tribune

Elgin News Digest: Gail Borden Public Library screening ‘Wicked’ on April 3; ECC instructor named association’s educator of the year

The Gail Borden Public Library will present a free screening of the 2024 blockbuster musical film “Wicked” from 2 to 4 p.m. Thursday, April 3, in Studio 270 at the main branch at 270 N. Grove Ave. in ...
Chicago Tribune

Elgin library wants patrons to know it can’t stop ICE agents from being on site

Gail Borden Public Library’s newly renovated KidSpace at its main downtown Elgin building was buzzing with activity Friday afternoon as families picked out books, did crafts and played games. In a ...