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Goodwill Workforce Series: Resume Basics (In-Person)

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Horizon Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Business & Finances
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Resumes are not a one-size-fits-all approach to applying for a job. Resumes must be written specifically to be received by the applicant tracking systems to highlight your skills, ...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Horizon Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business & Finances
Required
Seats Remaining: 33
Event Details:

Resumes are not a one-size-fits-all approach to applying for a job. Resumes must be written specifically to be received by the applicant tracking systems to highlight your skills, abilities, experience and more.

picture of a crochet tiger

Crochet a Tiger

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Middle School, Teens
Event Details:

Learn to single crochet, make chains and a magic ring to crochet and make your own little tiger! Kits with all materials will be provided. Grades: 4-8

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Middle School, Teens
Program Type: Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn to single crochet, make chains and a magic ring to crochet and make your own little tiger! Kits with all materials will be provided. Grades: 4-8

Group of children reading

Storytime Jamboree (In-Person)

Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
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: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

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

Small Spaces by Katherine Arden

One More Chapter

Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Middle School
Event Details:

Join us for this month's spooky book chat about Small Spaces by Katherine Arden. In addition to our discussion, we will also have icebreaker games and snacks! A free copy o...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Middle School
Program Type: Book Clubs
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join us for this month's spooky book chat about Small Spaces by Katherine Arden. In addition to our discussion, we will also have icebreaker games and snacks!

Front Cover of Cookbook Istanbul & Beyond

Read it and Eat Cookbook Club: Istanbul & Beyond (In-Person)

Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Cooking, Reading programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Calling all lovers of food, we invite you to Read it and Eat!  You can pick up a copy of this month's cookbook, Istanbul & Beyond by Robyn Eckhardt, at the reference ...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Cooking, Reading programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Calling all lovers of food, we invite you to Read it and Eat!  You can pick up a copy of this month's cookbook, Istanbul & Beyond by Robyn Eckhardt, at the reference desk.  Before attending, read the cookbook, pick one

a man on an empty road, very spooky

Paranormal Illinois (In-Person)

Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, History
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Researcher and author Chad Lewis presents an eerie combination of the most bizarre paranormal topics, including his strangest cases of alien abductions, haunted places, mysterious ...

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

Researcher and author Chad Lewis presents an eerie combination of the most bizarre paranormal topics, including his strangest cases of alien abductions, haunted places, mysterious creatures, crop circles, and everything else weird and unusual.

Children's hands working at a craft table.

Itty Bitty Book Fun (In-Person)

Friday, October 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Crafts, Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Come have fun and create like some of our favorite authors and illustrators. Activities, crafts and playful learning stations will be inspired by this month's book selections.

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Book Clubs, Crafts, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Come have fun and create like some of our favorite authors and illustrators. Activities, crafts and playful learning stations will be inspired by this month's book selections.

Bilingual Mingle

Encuentro bilingüe (En persona)

Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, EDI, Storytimes, En español
Age Group:
Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

All are welcome. The program will be bilingual.                Todos son bienvenidos. El programa será...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Crafts, EDI, Storytimes, En español
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

All are welcome. The program will be bilingual.               

Todos son bienvenidos. El programa será bilingüe.

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.

Dungeons & Dragons (In-Person)

Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
High School, Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a Dungeons & Dragons session, welcoming ages 16 and up, whether you're new or experienced! Meet your fellow players and the Game Master, discuss game details and...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: High School, Adults
Program Type: Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Join us for a Dungeons & Dragons session, welcoming ages 16 and up, whether you're new or experienced!

T-Rexplorers

T-Rexplorers (In-Person)

Sunday, October 13, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Middle School Area at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School, Middle School, Family
Event Details:

David Howe from T-Rexplorers, and his boxes of prehistoric goodies, will be returning to the Library! Join him in the Middle School area for his dino-mite presentation! For Grad...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Middle School Area
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Middle School, Family
Program Type: Science & Technology (STEM)
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

David Howe from T-Rexplorers, and his boxes of prehistoric goodies, will be returning to the Library! Join him in the Middle School area for his dino-mite presentation!

For Grades K-8.

Four stuffed animals sitting under a mobile

Storytime for Little Ones (In-Person)

Monday, October 14, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids, 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: Kids, 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.  

Teens laughing and eating pizza

High School Volunteer Service Day (In-Person)

Monday, October 14, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Outreach
Age Group:
High School
Event Details:

Calling all High School volunteers! Let's work together on a group project to benefit the Carol Stream community. This program is facilitated by Library staff. Pizza will be served...

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

Calling all High School volunteers! Let's work together on a group project to benefit the Carol Stream community. This program is facilitated by Library staff. Pizza will be served!

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.

Sensory Series: Shaving Cream Squeeze (In-Person)

Monday, October 14, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Shape, squeeze, smear - we'll do everything but shave! This month, we're bringing out shaving cream for half an hour of fun sensory activities.

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Shape, squeeze, smear - we'll do everything but shave! This month, we're bringing out shaving cream for half an hour of fun sensory activities.

Workspace Mondays (In-Person)

Monday, October 14, 2024 at 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Passive Program
Age Group:
High School, Adults
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...

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

Four stuffed animals sitting under a mobile

Storytime for Little Ones (In-Person)

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids, 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: Kids, Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

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

4 Painted Foam Skulls

Calavera del Día de los Muertos (En persona)

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, EDI, En español
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School, Middle School
Event Details:

All are welcome. The program will be bilingual.                Todos son bienvenidos. El programa será...

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

All are welcome. The program will be bilingual.               

Todos son bienvenidos. El programa será bilingüe.

fraud

Consumer Fraud Prevention Tips (In-Person)

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Business & Finances
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Staff from the Attorney General’s office will share tips on protecting yourself against identity theft, healthcare scams, home repair fraud and more. They'll also briefly discuss ot...

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business & Finances
Required
Seats Remaining: 55
Event Details:

Staff from the Attorney General’s office will share tips on protecting yourself against identity theft, healthcare scams, home repair fraud and more. They'll also briefly discuss other free services and programs.

different colored 2s and 3s

Terrific 2s and 3s (In-Person)

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Horizon Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids, 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: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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, October 16, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Horizon Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids, 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: Kids, Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

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

S.S.U. Pop-up

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Study Room B at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Outreach
Age Group:
Kids, 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: Kids, 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.

Library Board of Trustees (Library)

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 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.

Group of children reading

Storytime Jamboree (In-Person)

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
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: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

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

After School Art (In-Person)

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Make & Take
Age Group:
Middle School
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 Lib...

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

WIC Mobile Clinic

Friday, October 18, 2024 at 12:30pm - 4:30pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Community Group Meeting
Age Group:
Family, Everyone
Event Details:

The WIC Mobile Clinic is  a full-service WIC clinic on wheels: Offers full WIC appointments   Receive a WIC EBT card with food benefits in real-time...

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Family, Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Community Group Meeting
Event Details:

The WIC Mobile Clinic is  a full-service WIC clinic on wheels:

  • Offers full WIC appointments  

  • Receive a WIC EBT card with food benefits in real-time