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Senior Week: Ice Painting (In-Person)

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Entertainment, Make & Take, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

You are welcome to save a seat for yourself plus one guest. Experiment with different designs as the colorful ice melts!

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Entertainment, Make & Take, Science & Technology (STEM)
Required
Seats Remaining: 21
Event Details:

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

Experiment with different designs as the colorful ice melts!

Disclaimer(s)

Program Sessions

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

comic

Free Comic Book Day Drop In

All Day
Lobby at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Make & Take, Passive Program
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Family
Event Details:

Not only is it Star Wars Day, but May 4th is also Free Comic Book Day! Visit the Adult Services desk anytime Saturday, May 4th between 9am-5pm to pick up a free comic book, or be c...

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Family
Program Type: Make & Take, Passive Program
Event Details:

Not only is it Star Wars Day, but May 4th is also Free Comic Book Day!

cartoon cat stretching on yoga mat in front of bookshelves

Yoga Storytime: Space (In-Person)

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool
Event Details:

An interactive storytime that pairs themed and social-emotional learning books with movement and mindfulness. In honor of May the 4th, we'll practice space-themed yoga po...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

An interactive storytime that pairs themed and social-emotional learning books with movement and mindfulness.

Kids doing yoga with text kids yoga

Kids Yoga: Star Wars Yoga (In-Person)

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Elementary School
Event Details:

Yoga's a great way to experience movement and relaxation at your own pace, so join us for Star Wars-themed yoga in honor of May the 4th. We'll also play yoga games and take Yoda-st...

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

Yoga's a great way to experience movement and relaxation at your own pace, so join us for Star Wars-themed yoga in honor of May the 4th. We'll also play yoga games and take Yoda-style breathing and mindfulness breaks! For grades 1-5.

Stars Wars cosplayers dressed as Stormtroopers, C-3PO, and Jawas

May the 4th Be with You

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Middle School Area at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Parties & Celebrations
Age Group:
Children, Elementary School, Middle School, Teens, Adults, Family, Everyone
Event Details:

May the 4th be with you! Star Wars fans are invited to meet the 501st Midwest Garrison and others for some intergalactic fun & activities. Photos you will take!

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Middle School Area
Age Group: Children, Elementary School, Middle School, Teens, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Parties & Celebrations
Event Details:

May the 4th be with you! Star Wars fans are invited to meet the 501st Midwest Garrison and others for some intergalactic fun & activities. Photos you will take!

Stars Wars cosplayers dressed as Stormtroopers, C-3PO, and Jawas

May the 4th Be with You

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Parties & Celebrations
Age Group:
Children, Elementary School, Middle School, Teens, Adults, Family, Everyone
Event Details:

May the 4th be with you! Star Wars fans are invited to meet the 501st Midwest Garrison and others for some intergalactic fun & activities. Photos you will take!

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Children, Elementary School, Middle School, Teens, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Parties & Celebrations
Event Details:

May the 4th be with you! Star Wars fans are invited to meet the 501st Midwest Garrison and others for some intergalactic fun & activities. Photos you will take!

Star Wars A New Hope movie publicity image with characters and ships from the movie.

Star Wars: A New Hope movie showing

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Movies, Parties & Celebrations
Age Group:
Children, Elementary School, Middle School, Teens, Adults, Family, Everyone
Event Details:

Star Wars: A New Hope, the 1977 movie that started it all, will be showing at 1:30. Will this be your first or 101st time to see it? Total run time 2h1m. Rated PG. Free ...

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary School, Middle School, Teens, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Movies, Parties & Celebrations
Event Details:

Star Wars: A New Hope, the 1977 movie that started it all, will be showing at 1:30. Will this be your first or 101st time to see it?

Total run time 2h1m. Rated PG.

Free popcorn will be offered.

Happy Cinco de Mayo

Cinco de Mayo Fiesta (In-Person)

Sunday, May 5, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
EDI, Entertainment
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Come celebrate Cinco de Mayo! We will do a craft, dance to some music, and break open a piñata! ¡Ven a celebrar el Cinco de Mayo! Haremos una manualidad, bailaremos y rompe...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: EDI, Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Come celebrate Cinco de Mayo! We will do a craft, dance to some music, and break open a piñata!

¡Ven a celebrar el Cinco de Mayo! Haremos una manualidad, bailaremos y rompereoms una piñata.

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.

Monday Morning Coworking Commons (In-Person)

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 9:00am - 12:30pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Finances
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

For entrepreneurs or small business owners, the library will offer a coworking space on Monday mornings. Located in the library's Create & Learn Center, it offers a place wh...

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Finances
Event Details:

For entrepreneurs or small business owners, the library will offer a coworking space on Monday mornings.

One orange and one blue clothespin, decorated with rhinestones, clasping pieces of sparkly tulle fabric to make dragonflies.

CSPL Kits: Clothespin Dragonfly Friends (Preschool)

05/06/2024 @ 9:00am to 05/11/2024 @ 5:00pm
Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

Create two sparkly dragonflies to fly around together! Kits will be available to reserve and pick up beginning Monday, May 6. To reserve a kit, register below, call us at 630-34...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 99
Event Details:

Create two sparkly dragonflies to fly around together!

Teapot Craft

CSPL Kits: Mother's Day Teapot Craft (Grades K-5)

05/06/2024 @ 9:00am to 05/11/2024 @ 5:00pm
Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program
Age Group:
Children, Elementary School
Event Details:

Create a teapot card for the best mom! She’ll love this special pot because it was made with love. This unique Happy Mother’s Day message is sure to put a smile on every mom's...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Children, Elementary School
Program Type: Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Create a teapot card for the best mom! She’ll love this special pot because it was made with love. This unique Happy Mother’s Day message is sure to put a smile on every mom's face!

Four stuffed animals sitting under a mobile

Storytime for Little Ones (In-Person)

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Children, 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: Children, Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

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

Monday Middle School Meetup (In-Person)

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 1:45pm - 3:30pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Health & Wellness, Passive Program, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Middle School
Event Details:

Are you ready for some middle-school fun? Come to the Library afterschool for a variety of activities including: mindfulness exercises, STEM, gaming and crafts, including homework....

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School
Program Type: Entertainment, Health & Wellness, Passive Program, Science & Technology (STEM)
Event Details:

Are you ready for some middle-school fun? Come to the Library afterschool for a variety of activities including: mindfulness exercises, STEM, gaming and crafts, including homework.

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High School Study Zone (In-Person)

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 2:00pm - 9:00pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

The Create and Learn Center will be available for high schoolers as a dedicated study space to use without reservation. Light snacks, drinks and office supplies will be provided. F...

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

The Create and Learn Center will be available for high schoolers as a dedicated study space to use without reservation. 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.

bonsai

East Asian Gardens (In-Person)

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
EDI, History, Home & Garden, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Did you know garden design can help relieve stress and cultivate inner peace?  Discover Confucian symbolism and other meanings expressed through Japanese and Chinese gardens i...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: EDI, History, Home & Garden, Science & Technology (STEM)
Required
Seats Remaining: 38
Event Details:

Did you know garden design can help relieve stress and cultivate inner peace?  Discover Confucian symbolism and other meanings expressed through Japanese and Chinese gardens in this beautiful presentation by expert Yvonne Wolf.

Four stuffed animals sitting under a mobile

Storytime for Little Ones (In-Person)

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Children, 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: Children, Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

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

S.S.U. Pop-up (Bi-lingual)

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Study Room B at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Outreach
Age Group:
Children, 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: Children, 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.

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High School Study Zone (In-Person)

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 2:00pm - 9:00pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

The Create and Learn Center will be available for high schoolers as a dedicated study space to use without reservation. Light snacks, drinks and office supplies will be provided. F...

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

The Create and Learn Center will be available for high schoolers as a dedicated study space to use without reservation. 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.

Springtime Desserts with Chef Susan Maddox (In-Person)

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking, Health & Wellness, Home & Garden, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Registration for Carol Stream Public Library cardholders age 16+ opens at 9:00 a.m. on May 1.  You are welcome to reserve a spot for yourself and one guest at that time. Ch...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking, Health & Wellness, Home & Garden, Science & Technology (STEM)
Required
Seats Remaining: 49
Event Details:

Registration for Carol Stream Public Library cardholders age 16+ opens at 9:00 a.m. on May 1.  You are welcome to reserve a spot for yourself and one guest at that time.

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.

different colored 2s and 3s

Terrific 2s and 3s (In-Person)

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Horizon Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Children, 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: Children, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
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, May 8, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Horizon Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Children, 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: Children, Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

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

study

High School Study Zone (In-Person)

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 2:00pm - 9:00pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

The Create and Learn Center will be available for high schoolers as a dedicated study space to use without reservation. Light snacks, drinks and office supplies will be provided. F...

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

The Create and Learn Center will be available for high schoolers as a dedicated study space to use without reservation. 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.

Group of children reading

Storytime Jamboree (In-Person)

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Children, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

Get ready for an all ages storytime featuring stories, music and movement!

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Get ready for an all ages storytime featuring stories, music and movement!

study

High School Study Zone (In-Person)

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 2:00pm - 9:00pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

The Create and Learn Center will be available for high schoolers as a dedicated study space to use without reservation. Light snacks, drinks and office supplies will be provided.&n...

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

The Create and Learn Center will be available for high schoolers as a dedicated study space to use without reservation. 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.