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Spice of the Month Kit: Sweet Paprika (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.

Painted rock with red and blue flowers

CSPL Kit: Friendship Rock Painting (Preschool)

02/17/2025 @ 9:00am to 02/22/2025 @ 5:00pm
Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Preschool
Event Details:

Celebrate International Friendship Month by painting a rock and giving it to a friend!  Kits will be available to reserve and pick up beginning Monday, February 17th. To re...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program, Science & Technology (STEM)
Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Event Details:

Celebrate International Friendship Month by painting a rock and giving it to a friend! 

Hug-a-Saurus

CSPL Kit: Hugasaurus (Grades K-5)

02/17/2025 @ 9:00am to 02/22/2025 @ 5:00pm
Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School
Event Details:

February is International Friendship Month. Celebrate by building a Hugasaurus. Kits will be available to reserve and pick up beginning Monday, February 17, 2025. To reserve a k...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School
Program Type: Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program, Science & Technology (STEM)
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

February is International Friendship Month. Celebrate by building a Hugasaurus.

Mobile with tiger, crocodile, lion, and giraffe stuffed animals underneath.

Storytime for Little Ones (In-Person)

Monday, February 17, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids, Babies and Toddlers
Event Details:

We will be sharing wonderful stories, songs and rhymes for our smallest friends. An opportunity for free play and discussion will follow.  

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

We will be sharing wonderful stories, songs and rhymes for our smallest friends. An opportunity for free play and discussion will follow.  

Bluey character with arms and legs outstretched, looking excited

Bluey Bash (In-Person)

Monday, February 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Library Event
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School
Event Details:

Wackadoo! It's time to celebrate our favorite Blue Heeler puppy and her family with games and activities! Grades K-2.

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School
Program Type: Entertainment, Library Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Wackadoo! It's time to celebrate our favorite Blue Heeler puppy and her family with games and activities! Grades K-2.

Workspace Mondays (In-Person)

Monday, February 17, 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 House of Eve (In-Person)

Monday, February 17, 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:

New and returning members welcome to join our book club's tour through time. This month we will be reading The House of Eve by Sadeqa Johnson set in the 1950s.  Ask for a copy...

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:

New and returning members welcome to join our book club's tour through time. This month we will be reading The House of Eve by Sadeqa Johnson set in the 1950s.  Ask for a copy of the book at the Adult Reference Desk.

Mobile with tiger, crocodile, lion, and giraffe stuffed animals underneath.

Storytime for Little Ones (In-Person)

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids, Babies and Toddlers
Event Details:

We will be sharing wonderful stories, songs and rhymes for our smallest friends. An opportunity for free play and discussion will follow.  

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

We will be sharing wonderful stories, songs and rhymes for our smallest friends. An opportunity for free play and discussion will follow.  

Goodwill Workforce Series: Why I'm Not Landing a Job (In-Person)

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Business & Finances
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

If you have been in the job market for awhile or are not finding the kind of employment you would prefer, this workshop will have tips and advice on why you may not be landing a jo...

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

If you have been in the job market for awhile or are not finding the kind of employment you would prefer, this workshop will have tips and advice on why you may not be landing a job and what to do about it.

Diamond Bookmarks

Diamond Bookmarks (In-Person)

Tuesday, February 18, 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 Saturday, February 1.  You are welcome to save a seat for yourself plus one guest at that time. Transform your rea...

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 Saturday, February 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.

Elemental

Tuesday at the Movies: Elemental (In-Person)

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 4:45pm - 6:30pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Movies
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School
Event Details:

Welcome to Tuesday at the Movies! Enjoy popcorn and the film Elemental to celebrate International Friendship Month.

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School
Program Type: Entertainment, Movies
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Welcome to Tuesday at the Movies! Enjoy popcorn and the film Elemental to celebrate International Friendship Month.

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.

Diamond Bookmarks

Diamond Bookmarks (In-Person)

Tuesday, February 18, 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 Saturday, February 1.  You are welcome to save a seat for yourself plus one guest at that time. Transform your rea...

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 Saturday, February 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.

different colored 2s and 3s

Terrific 2s and 3s (In-Person)

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Horizon Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

Get ready to shake, rattle and read! We'll enjoy rhythmic stories and songs that may cause some bouncing of your own! Let's shake those wiggles out!

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Horizon Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Get ready to shake, rattle and read! We'll enjoy rhythmic stories and songs that may cause some bouncing of your own! Let's shake those wiggles out!

cartoon animals in the background, orange text that reads "preschool pals"

Preschool Pals (In-Person)

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Horizon Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids, Preschool
Event Details:

Join us for a live storytime to dance, sing, read and play. 

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Horizon Room
Age Group: Kids, Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us for a live storytime to dance, sing, read and play. 

S.S.U. Pop-up

Wednesday, February 19, 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.

computer

Computer Fundamentals: Intro to Computers (In-Person)

Wednesday, February 19, 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.

Library Board of Trustees (Library)

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:45pm
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.

Group of children reading

Storytime Jamboree (In-Person)

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

An all-ages, lively storytime featuring books, music, movement, and more!

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

An all-ages, lively storytime featuring books, music, movement, and more!

After School Art (In-Person)

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Discovery Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Make & Take
Age Group:
Middle School
Event Details:

Drop by after school on the first and third Thursdays of the month to enjoy some relaxing and creative time with your friends. All instructions and supplies are provided by the Lib...

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Discovery Room
Age Group: Middle School
Program Type: Crafts, Make & Take
Event Details:

Drop by after school on the first and third Thursdays of the month to enjoy some relaxing and creative time with your friends. All instructions and supplies are provided by the Library. No Registration required.

Grades: 6-8

Grilled Cheese

Page Turners Book Club: Grilled Cheese and Dragons (In-Person)

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School
Event Details:

Page Turners is an exciting book club and this is our 2nd meeting! We meet every six weeks to explore new worlds, meet new friends, unforgettable characters, crafts and activities ...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School
Program Type: Book Clubs
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Page Turners is an exciting book club and this is our 2nd meeting! We meet every six weeks to explore new worlds, meet new friends, unforgettable characters, crafts and activities inspired by our reading.

all hands in

High School Service Night: Making Blankets for Animal Shelters (In-Person)

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
High School
Event Details:

Grab your friends for a night of fun while giving back to the community! Librarians will show High Schoolers how to make blankets to donate to local animal shelters. Snacks will be...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: High School
Program Type: Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Grab your friends for a night of fun while giving back to the community! Librarians will show High Schoolers how to make blankets to donate to local animal shelters.

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.

cartoon cat stretching on yoga mat in front of bookshelves

Yoga Storytime (In-Person)

Friday, February 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

An interactive storytime that pairs themed and social-emotional learning books with movement and mindfulness. Practice yoga poses, play with active songs, and have some m...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

An interactive storytime that pairs themed and social-emotional learning books with movement and mindfulness. Practice yoga poses, play with active songs, and have some mindful moments for focus and relaxation.

Storytime with dragon

BUDDY Storytime (In-Person)

Saturday, February 22, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

Bring your Brothers, Uncles, Dads with you to enjoy a storytime with the favorite men in your life. There will be stories, songs and donuts! 

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Bring your Brothers, Uncles, Dads with you to enjoy a storytime with the favorite men in your life. There will be stories, songs and donuts! 

Mother and child reading a book together

Arabic Storytime (In-Person)

Saturday, February 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
EDI, Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids, Preschool, Elementary School
Storytimes:

Join us for a fun time with stories, rhymes, and songs.

Event Details:

As-salamu alaykum and welcome to one and all! The Library is thrilled to introduce a new program for Arabic learners and speakers. Arabic Storytime is suitable for families who spe...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: EDI, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 20

Storytimes

Join us for a fun time with stories, rhymes, and songs.

Event Details:

As-salamu alaykum and welcome to one and all! The Library is thrilled to introduce a new program for Arabic learners and speakers.