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AARP's Smart DriverTek Workshop (In-Person)

Friday, June 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

AARP's instructors will guide us through a 90-minute workshop to learn all about the latest high-tech safety features in your current car and what technology to look for when shopp...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Science & Technology (STEM)
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

AARP's instructors will guide us through a 90-minute workshop to learn all about the latest high-tech safety features in your current car and what technology to look for when shopping for a new car.

Chicago Bears and Chicago Cubs

Diamond Painting (In-Person)

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
High School, Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a cozy session where you can relax, unwind, express yourself & connect with others. This month we will be celebrating Father's Day with Chicago Bears and Chicago Cu...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: High School, Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Join us for a cozy session where you can relax, unwind, express yourself & connect with others. This month we will be celebrating Father's Day with Chicago Bears and Chicago Cubs coasters.

zumba class

Zumba (In-Person)

Monday, June 9, 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. Bottled water will be provided.This program requires acceptance of the f...

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 at this hour-long, high-intensity cardio workout. Be sure to wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Bottled water will be provided.

car

Car Maintenance 101 (In-Person)

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Home & Garden, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Ever wondered when it's time to change the oil in your car, or what that warning light really means? Join us for a presentation on basic car maintenance and learn how to keep your ...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Home & Garden, Science & Technology (STEM)
Required
Seats Remaining: 79
Event Details:

Ever wondered when it's time to change the oil in your car, or what that warning light really means? Join us for a presentation on basic car maintenance and learn how to keep your car in good running condition through the different seasons.

Mackinac Island

Magical Mackinac Island (In-Person)

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, History
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Popular presenter Nancy McCully returns for a guided tour of Mackinac Island, the land of ferry boats, forts, fudge and family fun. See the many lighthouses that guided ships ...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment, History
Required
Seats Remaining: 70
Event Details:

Popular presenter Nancy McCully returns for a guided tour of Mackinac Island, the land of ferry boats, forts, fudge and family fun. See the many lighthouses that guided ships through the Straits of Mackinac, visit the forts that housed missio

Southern Illinois

Exploring Southern Illinois (In-Person)

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, History
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Illinois traveler John Kokoris will share secrets to a successful visit to Shawnee National Forest, including landmarks, lodging, food and share a bit of the region's fascinating h...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment, History
Required
Seats Remaining: 70
Event Details:

Illinois traveler John Kokoris will share secrets to a successful visit to Shawnee National Forest, including landmarks, lodging, food and share a bit of the region's fascinating history.

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Meditation Together: Intro to Meditation the Chopra Way (In-Person)

Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Introducing a new monthly series for adults, Meditation Together invites you to explore fun and simple relaxation techniques with your friends and neighbors.  This month,...

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

Introducing a new monthly series for adults, Meditation Together invites you to explore fun and simple relaxation techniques with your friends and neighbors.  

Library Closing for Father's Day

All Day
Carol Stream Public Library

The Library will be closed all day in observance of Father's Day.

Closing
Branches:
Carol Stream Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed all day in observance of Father's Day.

Spices

Spice of the Month Kit: Pickled Jalapeno Popcorn Seasoning (Adults)

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

Spice of the Month kits will be available at the Adult Services Desk on a first come, first served basis starting on the third Monday of each month. Supplies are limited, so please...

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

Spice of the Month kits will be available at the Adult Services Desk on a first come, first served basis starting on the third Monday of each month. Supplies are limited, so please request one per household, and 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.

Pages Through the Ages Book Club: Before the Coffee Gets Cold (In-Person)

Monday, June 16, 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 Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi. Ask for a copy of the book at the Adult Reference...

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. This month we will be reading Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi. Ask for a copy of the book at the Adult Reference Desk.

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.

Water Bottle with Stickers

Decorate a Water Bottle (In-Person)

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
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 June 2. You are welcome to save a seat for yourself plus one guest at that time.Have fun decorating a water bottle with ...

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 June 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.

Water Bottle with Stickers

Decorate a Water Bottle (In-Person)

Thursday, June 19, 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 June 2. You are welcome to save a seat for yourself plus one guest at that time.Have fun decorating a water bottle with ...

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 June 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.

Water Bottle with Stickers

Decorate a Water Bottle (In-Person)

Thursday, June 19, 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 June 2. You are welcome to save a seat for yourself plus one guest at that time.Have fun decorating a water bottle with ...

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 June 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.

Donuts and Dice (In-Person)

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Create & Learn Center 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 Hibachi in June and July with a free play day in August. There will be a variety of board games on hand from classics to ne...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
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 Hibachi in June and July with a free play day in August.

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.

Setting Up Your Google Business Profile (Online)

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Zoom (Adult and Teen programs) at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Business & Finances, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Showing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. Ensure customers can find accurate, updated information about your local business on Google Search and G...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Zoom (Adult and Teen programs)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business & Finances, Science & Technology (STEM)
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Showing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. Ensure customers can find accurate, updated information about your local business on Google Search and Google Maps, no matter which device they use.

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

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Create & Learn Center 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: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment, Movies, Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
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.

Glasses

Take & Make: Red, White & Blue Glasses (Adult)

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

Take & Make kits will be available at the Adult Services Desk on a first come, first served basis starting on the first of each month. Supplies are limited, so please help your...

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

Take & Make kits will be available at the Adult Services Desk on a first come, first served basis starting on the first of each month. Supplies are limited, so please help yourself to one per adult patron. 

Library Closing for the Fourth of July

All Day
Carol Stream Public Library

The Library will be closed all day in observance of the Fourth of July.

Closing
Branches:
Carol Stream Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed all day in observance of the Fourth of July.

Hummingbird craft

Diamond Painting (In-Person)

Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a cozy and fulfilling session where you can relax, unwind, express yourself and connect with others! This month we will be creating double-sided hummingbird-themed sunc...

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

Join us for a cozy and fulfilling session where you can relax, unwind, express yourself and connect with others! This month we will be creating double-sided hummingbird-themed suncatchers!

QTY LIMIT: One per attendee. 12 hummingbirds.

A round grey speaker on a brown board.

A Guide to AI Assistants (In-Person)

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Business & Finances, History, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
High School, Adults
Event Details:

Librarian Paul McDonald will provide a fun and informative 1-hour presentation about AI assistants and what they can do for you.

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: High School, Adults
Program Type: Business & Finances, History, Science & Technology (STEM)
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Librarian Paul McDonald will provide a fun and informative 1-hour presentation about AI assistants and what they can do for you.

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Meditation Together: Reiki 101 (In-Person)

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Introducing a new monthly series for adults, Meditation Together invites you to explore fun and simple relaxation techniques with your friends and neighbors.This month, we welcome ...

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

Introducing a new monthly series for adults, Meditation Together invites you to explore fun and simple relaxation techniques with your friends and neighbors.

zumba class

Zumba (In-Person)

Monday, July 14, 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. Bottled water will be provided.This program requires acceptance of the f...

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 at this hour-long, high-intensity cardio workout. Be sure to wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Bottled water will be provided.

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.