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Everyday Heroes: CPR & AED Training Class (In-Person)

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Outreach
Age Group:
High School, Adults
Event Details:

Join us and become an everyday hero, an empowering, interactive opportunity to learn life-saving skills! This program is presented in partnership with DuPage Health Coalition &...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: High School, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Outreach
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Join us and become an everyday hero, an empowering, interactive opportunity to learn life-saving skills! This program is presented in partnership with DuPage Health Coalition & HEART.

Workspace Mondays (In-Person)

Monday, January 13, 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 somewhe...

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

zumba class

Zumba (In-Person)

Monday, January 13, 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 at this hour-long, high-intensity cardio workout. Be sure to wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Light refreshments will be served. This program requires acceptance o...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Event Details:

Get moving at this hour-long, high-intensity cardio workout. Be sure to wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Light refreshments will be served.

Project 2-3-1 Traveling Exhibit from the Elgin History Museum

Local History Exhibit: Project 2-3-1 (Everyone, January 15-February 15)

All Day
Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
EDI, History
Age Group:
Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Teens, Middle School, Adults, Family, Everyone
Event Details:

Everyone is invited to drop by the Library from January 15- February 15 to see a traveling exhibit from the Elgin History Museum.What is Project 2-3-1 about?Two Boxcars.On October ...

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Teens, Middle School, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: EDI, History
Event Details:

Everyone is invited to drop by the Library from January 15- February 15 to see a traveling exhibit from the Elgin History Museum.

S.S.U. Pop-up

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Study Room B at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Outreach
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, Family, Everyone
Event Details:

Drop-in and meet your local social worker and connect with services that meet your needs. Learn what is available to residents.

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Study Room B
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Outreach
Event Details:

Drop-in and meet your local social worker and connect with services that meet your needs. Learn what is available to residents.

Finding Relations When No Family Stories Exist (Online)

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Offsite
Program Type:
Entertainment, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Author, genealogist, and Librarian Debra Dudek will guide you through an in-depth examination of the family stories, photographs and both direct and indirect evidence to rebuild th...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment, Science & Technology (STEM)
Event Details:

Author, genealogist, and Librarian Debra Dudek will guide you through an in-depth examination of the family stories, photographs and both direct and indirect evidence to rebuild the journey of an immigrant Czech family in Ohio and Nebraska.

New Year New You Through Meditation, Series Part 2 (In-Person)

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
EDI, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

As we enter the New Year, we have an opportunity to look back at the things we want to continue to experience and those that we don’t.  Presenter Umesh Bhatia will lead an int...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: EDI, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 68
Event Details:

As we enter the New Year, we have an opportunity to look back at the things we want to continue to experience and those that we don’t.  Presenter Umesh Bhatia will lead an interactive workshop where we will learn and practice techniques to re

PRC

Mobile Food Bank (In-Person)

Friday, January 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Library Event, Outreach
Age Group:
Adults, Family, Everyone
Event Details:

Peoples Resource Center is here to assist families in need.  Nearly 26,000 DuPage residents rely on PRC for help each year. Come get nutritious food for your family on a fi...

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Library Event, Outreach
Event Details:

Peoples Resource Center is here to assist families in need. 

Donuts and Dice (In-Person)

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
High School, Adults
Event Details:

Relax with coffee, donuts and a game! We will be playing Quacks of Quedlinburg in January and February, along with a variety of board games on hand from classics to newest favorite...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: High School, Adults
Program Type: Entertainment, Science & Technology (STEM)
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Relax with coffee, donuts and a game!

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.

games

Board Game & Puzzle Extravaganza (Drop-In, In-Person)

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
High School, Adults, Family
Event Details:

Looking for a fun and relaxing way to spend your afternoon? Whether you're a seasoned strategist or just looking for a casual game, we have something for everyone! Drop in anytime ...

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

Looking for a fun and relaxing way to spend your afternoon? Whether you're a seasoned strategist or just looking for a casual game, we have something for everyone!

Spices

Spice of the Month Kit: Smoked Curry (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! Supplies are limited, so pl...

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!

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, January 20, 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 somewhe...

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

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

Monday, January 20, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, EDI, Reading programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

New and returning members welcome to join our book club's tour through time. This month we will be reading The Maid  by Nita Prose set in modern day. Ask for a copy of the boo...

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

New and returning members welcome to join our book club's tour through time. This month we will be reading The Maid  by Nita Prose set in modern day. Ask for a copy of the book at the Adult Reference Desk.

Goodwill Workforce Series: Skills to be Successful in the Workforce (In-Person)

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Business & Finances
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn new skills needed to be competitive and relevant in the workplace, the new interviewing platforms and other tips to brand oneself on the resume. This program is held in pa...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business & Finances
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Learn new skills needed to be competitive and relevant in the workplace, the new interviewing platforms and other tips to brand oneself on the resume.

This program is held in partnership with Goodwill Workforce.

Stained Glass

Faux Stained Glass (In-Person)

Tuesday, January 21, 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, January 2.  You are welcome to save a seat for yourself plus one guest at that time. Transform your spac...

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, January 2. 

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.

Stained Glass

Faux Stained Glass (In-Person)

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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, January 2.  You are welcome to save a seat for yourself plus one guest at that time. Transform your spac...

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, January 2. 

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.

COD

College of DuPage ELA Class Testing

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
EDI, Outreach
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The College of DuPage and Carol Stream Public Library will offer FREE English Language Learning classes at the library. Learn reading, writing, and speaking skills Improve ...

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: EDI, Outreach
Event Details:

The College of DuPage and Carol Stream Public Library will offer FREE English Language Learning classes at the library.

Workspace Mondays (In-Person)

Monday, January 27, 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 somewhe...

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

Discover Library Apps, eBooks & More (In-Person)

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Movies, Music
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Explore the diverse offerings of library applications available at your fingertips. Whether you’re a tech-savvy book lover, want to stay in the know with digital magazines and news...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment, Movies, Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Explore the diverse offerings of library applications available at your fingertips. Whether you’re a tech-savvy book lover, want to stay in the know with digital magazines and newspapers, or wish to challenge yourself to learn a new language.

COD

College of DuPage ELA Class Testing

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
EDI, Outreach
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The College of DuPage and Carol Stream Public Library will offer FREE English Language Learning classes at the library. Learn reading, writing, and speaking skills Improve ...

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: EDI, Outreach
Event Details:

The College of DuPage and Carol Stream Public Library will offer FREE English Language Learning classes at the library.

computer

Computer Fundamentals: Intro to Computers (In-Person)

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

(7-week course): Introduces the components of a computer, how to use a mouse, and Windows desktop, introduction to applications, files and folders, email, attaching documents and u...

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

(7-week course): Introduces the components of a computer, how to use a mouse, and Windows desktop, introduction to applications, files and folders, email, attaching documents and using the Internet. Prerequisite: none.

Pastries

Make Ahead Pastries with Chef Cherise (In-Person)

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

Say goodbye to early mornings! Wouldn’t it be great to greet your family with fresh pastries that you didn't have to get up early to prepare? Chef Cherise Slattery will reveal her ...

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

Say goodbye to early mornings! Wouldn’t it be great to greet your family with fresh pastries that you didn't have to get up early to prepare?

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.

Picture frames shaped like owls

Take & Make: Valentine Owl Picture Frame (Adult)

All Day
Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Beginning on the first 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! Supplies are limited, so please re...

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program
Event Details:

Beginning on the first 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! Supplies are limited, so please request one per person, and no advanced requests can be taken.

COD

DuPage ELA Class Testing (Saturday Class)

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
EDI, Outreach
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The College of DuPage and Carol Stream Public Library will offer FREE English Language Learning classes at the library. Learn reading, writing, and speaking skills Improve ...

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: EDI, Outreach
Event Details:

The College of DuPage and Carol Stream Public Library will offer FREE English Language Learning classes at the library.