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After School Art (In-Person)

3:15pm - 4:30pm
Middle School
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
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

Family Fort Night (In-Person)

6:45pm - 8:00pm
Elementary School, Middle School, Family
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, Family
Program Type: Reading programs, Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Build your family fort and settle in with your favorite books to celebrate Illinois Family Reading Night!

Grades: K-8

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food Allergies

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

Middle School Meetup: Video Game "Just Dance"

1:45pm - 2:30pm
Teens, Middle School
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Middle School
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

After school is a time to unwind! On Mondays, visit the library for weekly activities including, Take and Makes, Movies, Gaming Days and more!

Workspace Mondays (In-Person)

4:00pm - 8:00pm
High School, Adults
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: High School, Adults
Program Type: Passive Program
Event Details:

Adults and High Schools 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 he

Teens Give Back (In-Person)

11:00am - 1:00pm
High School
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: High School
Program Type: Outreach
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Kick off the season of giving by giving back to the community! Teens will work together on an impactful community service project, guided by Library staff.

High School Volunteer Craft Kit

All Day
Teens, High School
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Teens, High School
Program Type: Crafts, Outreach, Passive Program
Event Details:

Get creative and give back to the community! Pick up a High School Volunteer Craft Kits starting on the first of each month. Complete the crafts and return the kit by the end of the month to receive one hour of community service credit.

Take & Make: Paper Ornaments (High School)

All Day
High School
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: High School
Program Type: Crafts, Make & Take
Event Details:

Request a kit starting December 1 by calling Adult Services at (630) 344-6123, emailing cstream@cslibrary.org, or chatting with us at https://www.cslibrary.org/contact.

Middle School Meetup: Perler Beads Craft

1:45pm - 3:30pm
Teens, Middle School
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Teens, Middle School
Program Type: Crafts, Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Calling all middle schoolers! Kick off the holiday season with this exciting activity creating Perler Bead Snowflakes and use them to decorate your room, your holiday tree, or even your school locker.

Ms. Bethany's School of Cooking: Tweens (Online)

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kids, Elementary School, Middle School
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Zoom (Youth programs)
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Join Chef Bethany as she instructs tweens in the fine art of creating homemade pasta with a simple tomato sauce and a chocolate peanut butter or Sunbutter smoothie!

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.

Chess Club (In-Person)

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids, Elementary School, Middle School, Everyone
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Middle School, Everyone
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Join us for a one-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.

Muñeco de nieve de calcetines (Bilingüe, En persona)

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Middle School
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Middle School
Program Type: Crafts, EDI, En español
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

All are welcome. This program will be bilingual.               

Todos son bienvenidos. El programa será bilingüe.

After School Art (In-Person)

3:15pm - 4:00pm
Middle School
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
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.

One More Chapter: The Christmas Pig

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Middle School
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Middle School
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Jack loves his toy, Dur Pig who has always been there for him. Then on one Christmas Eve, something terrible happens: DP is lost! But Christmas Eve is a night for miracles and lost causes, a night when all things can come to life...even toys.

Homeschool Hangout: Winter Holiday Party

11:00am - 12:00pm
Kids, Middle School, Everyone
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Middle School, Everyone
Program Type: Crafts, Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Get together to meet other home-schooling families in the community, learn about how the Library can support you, and do some fun activities. In December, we will  decorate a treat, and do a holiday craft!

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.

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

2:00pm - 4:00pm
High School, Adults, Family
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!

Celebracción de día de las velitas (Bilingüe, En persona)

2:00pm - 2:45pm
Kids, Elementary School, Middle School
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Crafts, EDI, En español
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

All are welcome. This program will be bilingual.               

Todos son bienvenidos. El programa será bilingüe.

Student Success: Teamwork & Collaboration (Tutor.com, Online)

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens, High School, Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Zoom (Adult and Teen programs)
Age Group: Teens, High School, Adults
Program Type: Careers
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Details:

Working effectively with others in collaborative team projects is integral to success in school and the workplace and is a highly sought-after skill by employers.

It's A Smart Cookie Party (In-Person)

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kids, Elementary School, Middle School
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Book Clubs, Parties & Celebrations
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20

Smart Cookie Book Club

Smart Cookies love to read and talk about books! Sign up at the Youth Services Desk to receive your free copy of this month’s book. There will be cookies!

Event Details:

Smart Cookie Book Club will end the year with a party to celebrate all of the books that we have read totaling 1,334 pages, 341 thousand, 721 words this year! Bring your appetites and dancing shoes as we look forward to beginning 2025!

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.

Canva 101: Learning the Basics (In-Person)

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Entertainment, Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Learn the basics of Canva, a free online graphic design tool. With this hands-on program you will learn how to make stunning designs for social media posts, flyers, presentations and more!

Program is open to ages 16+

Middle School Meetup Movie: The Polar Express

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

After school is a time to unwind! On Mondays, visit the library for weekly activities including, Take and Makes, Movies, Gaming Days and more!

High School Study Zone (In-Person)

4:00pm - 8:00pm
High School
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: High School
Program Type: Passive Program
Event Details:

The Create & Learn Center in the Library will be available as a study space for high school students during Glenbard North Finals Week: Monday-Thursday, December 16th-19th from 4-8pm.

High School Study Zone (In-Person)

4:00pm - 8:00pm
High School
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: High School
Program Type: Passive Program
Event Details:

The Create & Learn Center in the Library will be available as a study space for high school students during Glenbard North Finals Week: Monday-Thursday, December 16th-19th from 4-8pm.

Family Sing-Along

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, Family
Registration
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, Parties & Celebrations
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Join us for hot chocolate, cookies, and a Christmas carol sing-along around the piano. Bring the whole family as we sing holiday favorites!

High School Study Zone (In-Person)

4:00pm - 8:00pm
High School
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: High School
Program Type: Passive Program
Event Details:

The Create & Learn Center in the Library will be available as a study space for high school students during Glenbard North Finals Week: Monday-Thursday, December 16th-19th from 4-8pm.