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Binge Box

Spring Binge Boxes (Adults & High Schoolers)

All Day
Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Passive Program, Reading programs
Age Group:
High School, Adults
Event Details:

A Binge Box is a box full of books hand-selected for you by our librarians, plus treats and small gifts to brighten your day. Please answer the questions regarding your preferences...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: High School, Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Passive Program, Reading programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 250
Event Details:

A Binge Box is a box full of books hand-selected for you by our librarians, plus treats and small gifts to brighten your day.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Parent with Confidence: Common Techniques (In-Person)

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids, Family, Everyone
Event Details:

Discover practical and effective strategies for fostering positive relationships with your children ages 3–10. These proven methods, rooted in Child-Parent Relationship Therapy (CP...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Discover practical and effective strategies for fostering positive relationships with your children ages 3–10.

Donuts & Dice (In-Person)

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Games, Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Relax with coffee, donuts and a game! We will be playing Wandering Towers in March and April with a free play day in May. There will be a variety of board games on hand from classi...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games, Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Relax with coffee, donuts and a game! We will be playing Wandering Towers in March and April with a free play day in May. There will be a variety of board games on hand from classics to newest favorites.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

USA Fridge Magnets

Diamond Painting (In-Person)

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
High School, Adults
Event Details:

Registration will open May 1 for high schoolers and adults.Join us for a cozy and fulfilling session where you can relax, unwind, express yourself and connect with others! This mon...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: High School, Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Registration will open May 1 for high schoolers and adults.

Spices

Spice of the Month Kit: Smoked Pineapple Sugar (Adults)

All Day
Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking, Make & Take, Passive Program, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Beginning on the third Monday of the month, call the Adult Services Desk at 630-344-6123 or email cstream@cslibrary.org to have a kit put aside for you. Restricted to one per house...

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking, Make & Take, Passive Program, Science & Technology (STEM)
Event Details:

Beginning on the third Monday of the month, call the Adult Services Desk at 630-344-6123 or email cstream@cslibrary.org to have a kit put aside for you. Restricted to one per household. No advanced requests can be taken.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Workspace Mondays (In-Person)

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Passive Program
Age Group:
High School, Adults
Event Details:

Adults and High Schoolers can find their #MondayMotivation in this weekly productivity zone. Whether you need personal desk space, group collaboration tables, or just somewher...

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: High School, Adults
Program Type: Passive Program
Event Details:

Adults and High Schoolers can find their #MondayMotivation in this weekly productivity zone. Whether you need personal desk space, group collaboration tables, or just somewhere to focus outside of your home, this flexible coworking space is h

Pages Through the Ages Book Club: The Anxious Generation (In-Person)

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, EDI, History, Reading programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come and join our Book Club’s tour through time. This month we will be reading The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness ...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, EDI, History, Reading programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Come and join our Book Club’s tour through time.

Chair Yoga (In-Person)

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Music
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

No yoga mat? No problem. Learn how to do traditional yoga poses using a chair as a prop! Great for seniors, office workers, students or anyone who needs a quick yoga break from dai...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

No yoga mat? No problem. Learn how to do traditional yoga poses using a chair as a prop! Great for seniors, office workers, students or anyone who needs a quick yoga break from daily tasks or stiff muscles.

computers

Computer Fundamentals: Learning Windows

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Students will learn basic computer skills in this seven-week course, meeting in person at the Library on Wednesday evenings at 6:30pm from April 16 through May 28.From this course,...

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Science & Technology (STEM)
Event Details:

Students will learn basic computer skills in this seven-week course, meeting in person at the Library on Wednesday evenings at 6:30pm from April 16 through May 28.

Library Board of Trustees (Library)

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Library Meeting
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

This is the monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. The public is welcome to attend.

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Library Meeting
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

This is the monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. The public is welcome to attend.

baking supplies

Baking with Chef Cherise Slattery: Cake Decorating (In-Person)

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking, Home & Garden
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Registration will open for CSPL cardholders age 16+ on May 1.  You are welcome to register for yourself and one guest at that time.Learn how to decorate like a pro! Chef Cheri...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking, Home & Garden
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Registration will open for CSPL cardholders age 16+ on May 1.  You are welcome to register for yourself and one guest at that time.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Wine Bottle

Decoupage Napkins on Glass (In-Person)

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Home & Garden, Make & Take, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Registration will open for CSPL cardholders age 16+ on Thursday May 1. You are welcome to save a seat for yourself plus one guest at that time.Decoupaging napkins onto glass i...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Home & Garden, Make & Take, Science & Technology (STEM)
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Registration will open for CSPL cardholders age 16+ on Thursday May 1. 

You are welcome to save a seat for yourself plus one guest at that time.

Disclaimer(s)

Program Sessions

This class is anticipated to be very popular, so multiple sessions are offered.  Please register for only one session.

Wine Bottle

Decoupage Napkins on Glass (In-Person)

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Home & Garden, Make & Take, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Registration will open for CSPL cardholders age 16+ on Thursday May 1. You are welcome to save a seat for yourself plus one guest at that time.Decoupaging napkins onto glass i...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Home & Garden, Make & Take, Science & Technology (STEM)
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Registration will open for CSPL cardholders age 16+ on Thursday May 1. 

You are welcome to save a seat for yourself plus one guest at that time.

Disclaimer(s)

Program Sessions

This class is anticipated to be very popular, so multiple sessions are offered.  Please register for only one session.

computers

Computer Fundamentals: Learning Windows

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Students will learn basic computer skills in this seven-week course, meeting in person at the Library on Wednesday evenings at 6:30pm from April 16 through May 28.From this course,...

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Science & Technology (STEM)
Event Details:

Students will learn basic computer skills in this seven-week course, meeting in person at the Library on Wednesday evenings at 6:30pm from April 16 through May 28.

henna

Henna: History & Demonstration (In-Person)

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, EDI, History
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join Asma Bohra of Colorful Smiles as she gives a brief overview of Henna and its history; she will also instruct us on Henna designs both on paper and on hands.

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts, EDI, History
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join Asma Bohra of Colorful Smiles as she gives a brief overview of Henna and its history; she will also instruct us on Henna designs both on paper and on hands.

Summer Reading Art Zone (Everyone, Drop-In)

All Day
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Passive Program, Reading programs
Age Group:
Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Teens, Middle School, Adults, Family, Everyone
Event Details:

Drop by the Create & Learn Center and explore art stations to celebrate the start of Summer Reading 2025: Color Your World. Pick up a reading log while you’re here!

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Teens, Middle School, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Crafts, Passive Program, Reading programs
Event Details:

Drop by the Create & Learn Center and explore art stations to celebrate the start of Summer Reading 2025: Color Your World. Pick up a reading log while you’re here!

zumba class

Zumba (In-Person)

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Music
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Get moving in this hour-long, high-intensity cardio workout. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Bottled water will be provided.This program requires acceptance of the following&nb...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Get moving in this hour-long, high-intensity cardio workout. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Bottled water will be provided.

Summer Reading Art Zone (Everyone, Drop-In)

All Day
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Passive Program, Reading programs
Age Group:
Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Teens, Middle School, Adults, Family, Everyone
Event Details:

Drop by the Create & Learn Center and explore art stations to celebrate the start of Summer Reading 2025: Color Your World. Pick up a reading log while you’re here!

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Teens, Middle School, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Crafts, Passive Program, Reading programs
Event Details:

Drop by the Create & Learn Center and explore art stations to celebrate the start of Summer Reading 2025: Color Your World. Pick up a reading log while you’re here!

Caregiver Cafe: Baby Sign Language

Friday, May 30, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Adults
Event Details:

Bring your little one to learn about the developmental and bonding benefits of baby sign language. Library resources for new parents, including the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten p...

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Bring your little one to learn about the developmental and bonding benefits of baby sign language. Library resources for new parents, including the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program, will be highlighted. Refreshments will be served. 

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Summer Reading Art Zone (Everyone, Drop-In)

All Day
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Passive Program, Reading programs
Age Group:
Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Teens, Middle School, Adults, Family, Everyone
Event Details:

Drop by the Create & Learn Center and explore art stations to celebrate the start of Summer Reading 2025: Color Your World. Pick up a reading log while you’re here!

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Teens, Middle School, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Crafts, Passive Program, Reading programs
Event Details:

Drop by the Create & Learn Center and explore art stations to celebrate the start of Summer Reading 2025: Color Your World. Pick up a reading log while you’re here!

Library Board of Trustees (Library)

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Library Meeting
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

This is the monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. The public is welcome to attend.

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Library Meeting
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

This is the monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. The public is welcome to attend.

Library Board of Trustees (Library)

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Library Meeting
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

This is the monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. The public is welcome to attend.

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Library Meeting
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

This is the monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. The public is welcome to attend.

Library Board of Trustees (Library)

Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Library Meeting
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

This is the monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. The public is welcome to attend.

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Library Meeting
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

This is the monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. The public is welcome to attend.

Library Board of Trustees (Library)

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Library Meeting
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

This is the monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. The public is welcome to attend.

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Library Meeting
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

This is the monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. The public is welcome to attend.