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Peter Rabbit

Spring Break Afternoon at the Movies: Peter Rabbit (2018)

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Movies
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School, Family
Event Details:

Attention all Families, Spring Break Afternoon at the Movies is for you! Enjoy popcorn and the film Peter Rabbit (2018) with family and friends. Gr. K-5 (Siblings welcome with...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Family
Program Type: Entertainment, Movies
Required
Seats Remaining: 32
Event Details:

Attention all Families, Spring Break Afternoon at the Movies is for you! Enjoy popcorn and the film Peter Rabbit (2018) with family and friends. 

Gr. K-5 (Siblings welcome with a parent.)

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.

Homeschool Hangout: Intro to Coding with Glyphs

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Entertainment
Age Group:
Kids, Middle School, Everyone
Event Details:

Get together with other home-schooling families in the community, learn about how the Library can support you, and do some fun activities. In May, we will  introduce coding by...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Middle School, Everyone
Program Type: Crafts, Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Get together with other home-schooling families in the community, learn about how the Library can support you, and do some fun activities. In May, we will  introduce coding by making glyphs.

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.

Matts Site

Magic Matt's Family Fun Show (In-Person)

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Music
Age Group:
Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, Family
Event Details:

Spring Break entertainment with Magic Matt! Bring the whole family to experience an interactive magic show for everyone to enjoy. Please register all family members attending.Famil...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, Family
Program Type: Entertainment, Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 21
Event Details:

Spring Break entertainment with Magic Matt! Bring the whole family to experience an interactive magic show for everyone to enjoy. Please register all family members attending.

Family

Butterfly made from Perler Beads in shades of purple, pink, blue, and yellow

Middle School Meetup: Perler Bead Crafts

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 1:45pm - 3:00pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School
Event Details:

Bring your friends to this fun hangout featuring a different activity at each scheduled meetup! Calling all middle schoolers! Make a Perler Bead creation using our provided te...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Teens, Middle School
Program Type: Crafts, Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Bring your friends to this fun hangout featuring a different activity at each scheduled meetup! 

Colorful chess pieces on a bright blue background

Chess Club (In-Person)

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School
Event Details:

Join us for an hour session of open play chess in the Community Room. All skill levels are welcome to play. There will be no formal instruction given, but Mr. Steve will be on hand...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Join us for an hour session of open play chess in the Community Room. All skill levels are welcome to play. There will be no formal instruction given, but Mr. Steve will be on hand to answer any chess related questions.

For grades 3-8.

Self-Publishing 101 (In-Person)

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Careers, Entertainment
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Award winning writer Theresa Goodrich will guide you through the steps to go from manuscript to final product, including the pros and cons of indie publishing, common mistakes, the...

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

Award winning writer Theresa Goodrich will guide you through the steps to go from manuscript to final product, including the pros and cons of indie publishing, common mistakes, the basics of distribution, and tips on promoting and marketing.

Juegos de mesa (En español, En persona)

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
EDI, Entertainment, En español
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Todos son bienvenidos. Este programa se llevará a cabo en español.All are welcome. This program will be held in Spanish.Vengan a disfrutar de unas botanas mientras jugamos juegos f...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: EDI, Entertainment, En español
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Todos son bienvenidos. Este programa se llevará a cabo en español.
All are welcome. This program will be held in Spanish.

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.

Donuts and Dice (In-Person)

Saturday, April 19, 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: 11
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.

The Little Merm

Middle School Meetup Movie: The Little Mermaid (2023) (In-Person)

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 1:45pm - 3:30pm
Horizon Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Movies
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School
Event Details:

Bring your friends to this fun hangout featuring a different activity at each scheduled meetup!This week's movie is The Little Mermaid (2023).No registration required.Grades: 6-8

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Horizon Room
Age Group: Teens, Middle School
Program Type: Entertainment, Movies
Event Details:

Bring your friends to this fun hangout featuring a different activity at each scheduled meetup!

This week's movie is The Little Mermaid (2023).

No registration required.

Grades: 6-8

Middle School Meetup: Video Games

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 1:45pm - 3:30pm
Horizon Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School
Event Details:

Bring your friends to this fun hangout featuring a different activity at each scheduled meetup! No registration required.Grades: 6-8

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Horizon Room
Age Group: Teens, Middle School
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Bring your friends to this fun hangout featuring a different activity at each scheduled meetup! No registration required.

Grades: 6-8

Homeschool Hangout: Grow a Grass Creature

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Entertainment
Age Group:
Kids, Middle School, Everyone
Event Details:

Get together with other home-schooling families in the community, learn about how the Library can support you, and do some fun activities. In May, we will have fun while learning a...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Middle School, Everyone
Program Type: Crafts, Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Event Details:

Get together with other home-schooling families in the community, learn about how the Library can support you, and do some fun activities.

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.

Happy Cinco de Mayo

Fiesta de Cinco de Mayo (Bilingual, En persona)

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
EDI, Entertainment, En español
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Todos son bienvenidos. Este programa se llevará a cabo en inglés y español.All are welcome. This program will be in English and Spanish.¡Ven a celebrar el Cinco de Mayo! Haremos un...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: EDI, Entertainment, En español
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Todos son bienvenidos. Este programa se llevará a cabo en inglés y español.
All are welcome. This program will be in English and Spanish.

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.

Colorful chess pieces on a bright blue background

Chess Club (In-Person)

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School
Event Details:

Join us for an hour session of open play chess in the Community Room. All skill levels are welcome to play. There will be no formal instruction given, but Mr. Steve will be on hand...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us for an hour session of open play chess in the Community Room. All skill levels are welcome to play. There will be no formal instruction given, but Mr. Steve will be on hand to answer any chess related questions.

For grades 3-8.

book cover

Living Landmarks of Chicago (In-Person)

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, History
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Author Theresa L. Goodrich presents ten of her favorite Living Landmarks of Chicago. She will introduce you to the architecture of landmarks like the Field Museum and Art Institute...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment, History
Required
Seats Remaining: 67
Event Details:

Author Theresa L. Goodrich presents ten of her favorite Living Landmarks of Chicago. She will introduce you to the architecture of landmarks like the Field Museum and Art Institute of Chicago and the people behind the brick and mortar.

study

High School Study Zone (In-Person)

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Teens, High School
Event Details:

The Create and Learn Center will be available for high schoolers as a dedicated study space. Light snacks, drinks and office supplies will be provided. Fast food and meals are not ...

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Teens, High School
Program Type: Entertainment, Science & Technology (STEM)
Event Details:

The Create and Learn Center will be available for high schoolers as a dedicated study space. Light snacks, drinks and office supplies will be provided. Fast food and meals are not allowed. Happy studying!

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.

study

High School Study Zone (In-Person)

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 4:00pm - 8:30pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Teens, High School
Event Details:

The Create and Learn Center will be available for high schoolers as a dedicated study space. Light snacks, drinks and office supplies will be provided. Fast food and meals are not ...

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Teens, High School
Program Type: Entertainment, Science & Technology (STEM)
Event Details:

The Create and Learn Center will be available for high schoolers as a dedicated study space. Light snacks, drinks and office supplies will be provided. Fast food and meals are not allowed. Happy studying!

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.

study

High School Study Zone (In-Person)

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 4:00pm - 8:30pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Teens, High School
Event Details:

The Create and Learn Center will be available for high schoolers as a dedicated study space. Light snacks, drinks and office supplies will be provided. Fast food and meals are not ...

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Teens, High School
Program Type: Entertainment, Science & Technology (STEM)
Event Details:

The Create and Learn Center will be available for high schoolers as a dedicated study space. Light snacks, drinks and office supplies will be provided. Fast food and meals are not allowed. Happy studying!

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.

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: 14
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.

study

High School Study Zone (In-Person)

Sunday, May 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Teens, High School
Event Details:

The Create and Learn Center will be available for high schoolers as a dedicated study space. Light snacks, drinks and office supplies will be provided. Fast food and meals are not ...

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Teens, High School
Program Type: Entertainment, Science & Technology (STEM)
Event Details:

The Create and Learn Center will be available for high schoolers as a dedicated study space. Light snacks, drinks and office supplies will be provided. Fast food and meals are not allowed. Happy studying!

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.

The Wild Robot movie

Middle School Meetup Movie: The Wild Robot

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 1:45pm - 3:30pm
Horizon Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Movies
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School
Event Details:

Bring your friends to this fun hangout featuring a different activity at each scheduled meetup!The Wild Robot: After a shipwreck, an intelligent robot called Roz is stranded on an ...

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Horizon Room
Age Group: Teens, Middle School
Program Type: Entertainment, Movies
Event Details:

Bring your friends to this fun hangout featuring a different activity at each scheduled meetup!

study

High School Study Zone (In-Person)

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Teens, High School
Event Details:

The Create and Learn Center will be available for high schoolers as a dedicated study space. Light snacks, drinks and office supplies will be provided. Fast food and meals are not ...

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Teens, High School
Program Type: Entertainment, Science & Technology (STEM)
Event Details:

The Create and Learn Center will be available for high schoolers as a dedicated study space. Light snacks, drinks and office supplies will be provided. Fast food and meals are not allowed. Happy studying!

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.