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Arabic Storytime (In-Person)

2:00pm - 2:30pm
Kids, Preschool, Elementary School
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: EDI, Storytimes
Registration 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.

Library Closing for Memorial Day

All Day 5/25 - 5/26
Closing
Branches:
Carol Stream Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed all day in observance of Memorial Day.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School" group.

Hands-on Learning: Gardens (In-Person)

10:00am - 12:00pm
Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

We’ll have playful learning stations for child and caregiver to explore this month's topic--gardens--in a tactile, fun way! For ages 2-6, with caregiver. 

Drop in anytime from 10:00-12:00 to play and learn with your child.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Home & Garden, Make & Take, Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Registration will open for CSPL cardholders age 16+ on Thursday May 1. 

You are welcome to save a seat for yourself plus one guest at that time.

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Program Sessions

This class is anticipated to be very popular, so multiple sessions are offered.  Please register for only one session.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Home & Garden, Make & Take, Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Registration will open for CSPL cardholders age 16+ on Thursday May 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.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Fancy Feet (In-Person)

10:00am - 10:30am
Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Music
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Got boogie fever? Want to shake a tail feather? Students will learn dance fundamentals, work on their musicality and rhythm, and use their imagination through creative movement with an instructor from Flourish Dance Academy.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Science & Technology (STEM)
Event Details:

Thank you for your interest in our program! Registration for this session is now closed. However, we encourage you to check back for future offerings, as we will look to offer this program again in the future.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Henna: History & Demonstration (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: Crafts, EDI, History
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Join Asma Bohra of Colorful Smiles as she gives a brief overview of Henna and its history; she will also instruct us on Henna designs both on paper and on hands.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Summer Reading Art Zone (Everyone, Drop-In)

All Day
Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Teens, Middle School, Adults, Family, Everyone
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Teens, Middle School, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Crafts, Passive Program, Reading programs
Event Details:

Drop by the Create & Learn Center and explore art stations to celebrate the start of Summer Reading 2025: Color Our World. Pick up a reading log while you’re here!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Zumba (In-Person)

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Music
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

Get moving in this hour-long, high-intensity cardio workout. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Bottled water will be provided.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Summer Reading Art Zone (Everyone, Drop-In)

All Day
Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Teens, Middle School, Adults, Family, Everyone
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Teens, Middle School, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Crafts, Passive Program, Reading programs
Event Details:

Drop by the Create & Learn Center and explore art stations to celebrate the start of Summer Reading 2025: Color Your World. Pick up a reading log while you’re here!

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Caregiver Cafe: Baby Sign Language (In-Person)

11:00am - 12:30pm
Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Caregiver Cafe is a quarterly series with topics relevant to parents and other caregivers of young children, especially under age three.

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.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Summer Reading Art Zone (Everyone, Drop-In)

All Day
Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Teens, Middle School, Adults, Family, Everyone
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Teens, Middle School, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Crafts, Passive Program, Reading programs
Event Details:

Drop by the Create & Learn Center and explore art stations to celebrate the start of Summer Reading 2025: Color Our World. Pick up a reading log while you’re here!

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Summer Reading Kick-Off (In-Person)

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults, Family, Everyone
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Library Event
Event Details:

Kick off the beginning of Summer Reading by coloring our world through fun activities, music, crafts and ice pops. Drop by the Library anytime between 2-4 p.m. Make sure to take home reading logs for the whole family!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History, Outreach
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 85
Event Details:

Did you know Carol Stream is often mistakenly thought to be named after a minor waterway, but the truth is it’s named after the daughter of the village's founder, Jay Stream.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Home & Garden, Outreach, Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 60
Event Details:

Honey bees tend to get a majority of the attention when it comes to pollination, but many insects play an essential role.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration 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.

This event is in the "High School" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Diamond Painting (In-Person)

10:00am - 1:00pm
High School, Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: High School, Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Registration 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Zumba (In-Person)

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Music
Registration 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Car Maintenance 101 (In-Person)

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Home & Garden, Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment, History
Registration 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

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment, History
Registration 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.