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Senior Week: Resource Information Session (In-Person)

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Library Event, Outreach
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Registration for Senior Week events will open April 1 at 9:00 a.m. A librarian will give a presentation on local resources available to seniors in our area. Light refreshments w

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Library Event, Outreach
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:
Registration for Senior Week events will open April 1 at 9:00 a.m. A librarian will give a presentation on local resources available to seniors in our area. Light refreshments will be served. ...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Food Allergies

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

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Senior Week: Illinois Secretary of State: Mobile Drivers Express (Adults & Seniors, In-Person)

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Library Event, Outreach
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

No registration required for this drop-in event. While this event is listed as a Super Senior event, all ages are welcome. No appointment is necessary. Drivers age 75 or older MUST

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Library Event, Outreach
Event Details:
No registration required for this drop-in event. While this event is listed as a Super Senior event, all ages are welcome. No appointment is necessary. Drivers age 75 or older MUST visit a permanent DMV facility to renew their license. Have you be...

It's a Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood (In-Person)

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Library Event
Age Group:
Children, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

Let's celebrate love with someone who knew an awful lot about it - Mr. Fred Rogers. We'll watch an episode of the show, talk about what we saw, and enjoy a related activity or craf

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Library Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:
Let's celebrate love with someone who knew an awful lot about it - Mr. Fred Rogers. We'll watch an episode of the show, talk about what we saw, and enjoy a related activity or craft. ...
Colorful chess pieces on a bright blue background

Beginner Chess Club (In-Person)

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Library Event
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Event Details:

Calling all chess-letes! Summer chess is back at the Library! Join us for this eight-week session as Mr. Steve teaches the basics of chess, and provides open play time for those

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Program Type: Library Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:
Calling all chess-letes! Summer chess is back at the Library! Join us for this eight-week session as Mr. Steve teaches the basics of chess, and provides open play time for those eager to try out their new-found knowledge. There will be a new le...
Colorful chess pieces on a bright blue background

Tournament Chess (In-Person)

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Library Event
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Event Details:

Summer chess is back and in-person! During the eight-week session, students will compete with each other to determine who will represent Carol Stream at the inter-library chess

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Program Type: Library Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:
Summer chess is back and in-person! During the eight-week session, students will compete with each other to determine who will represent Carol Stream at the inter-library chess tournament at the end of the summer. Prior knowledge of the game is...

Mermaids and Pirates, Ahoy!

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Library Event
Age Group:
Children, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Calling all scurvy dogs and magical misses! We're having an under the sea adventure, and you're invited! 

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Library Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:
Calling all scurvy dogs and magical misses! We're having an under the sea adventure, and you're invited!  ...

Mermaids and Pirates, Ahoy!

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Library Event
Age Group:
Children, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Calling all scurvy dogs and magical misses! We're having an under the sea adventure, and you're invited! 

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Library Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:
Calling all scurvy dogs and magical misses! We're having an under the sea adventure, and you're invited!  ...
Join us to learn how a seed grows and how to cultivate your own spring garden.

How Does Your Garden Grow

Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Library Event, Make & Take, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Elementary School
Event Details:

Join us to learn how a seed grows and how to cultivate your own spring garden.

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Elementary School
Program Type: Crafts, Library Event, Make & Take, Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
Join us to learn how a seed grows and how to cultivate your own spring garden. ...

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

Beginner Chess Club (In-Person)

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Library Event
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Event Details:

Calling all chess-letes! Summer chess is back at the Library! Join us for this eight-week session as Mr. Steve teaches the basics of chess, and provides open play time for those

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Program Type: Library Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:
Calling all chess-letes! Summer chess is back at the Library! Join us for this eight-week session as Mr. Steve teaches the basics of chess, and provides open play time for those eager to try out their new-found knowledge. There will be a new le...
Colorful chess pieces on a bright blue background

Tournament Chess (In-Person)

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Library Event
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Event Details:

Summer chess is back and in-person! During the eight-week session, students will compete with each other to determine who will represent Carol Stream at the inter-library chess

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Program Type: Library Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
Summer chess is back and in-person! During the eight-week session, students will compete with each other to determine who will represent Carol Stream at the inter-library chess tournament at the end of the summer. Prior knowledge of the game is...
Colorful chess pieces on a bright blue background

Beginner Chess Club (In-Person)

Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Library Event
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Event Details:

Calling all chess-letes! Summer chess is back at the Library! Join us for this eight-week session as Mr. Steve teaches the basics of chess, and provides open play time for those

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Program Type: Library Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:
Calling all chess-letes! Summer chess is back at the Library! Join us for this eight-week session as Mr. Steve teaches the basics of chess, and provides open play time for those eager to try out their new-found knowledge. There will be a new le...
Colorful chess pieces on a bright blue background

Tournament Chess (In-Person)

Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Library Event
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Event Details:

Summer chess is back and in-person! During the eight-week session, students will compete with each other to determine who will represent Carol Stream at the inter-library chess

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Program Type: Library Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
Summer chess is back and in-person! During the eight-week session, students will compete with each other to determine who will represent Carol Stream at the inter-library chess tournament at the end of the summer. Prior knowledge of the game is...
Colorful chess pieces on a bright blue background

Beginner Chess Club (In-Person)

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Library Event
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Event Details:

Calling all chess-letes! Summer chess is back at the Library! Join us for this eight-week session as Mr. Steve teaches the basics of chess, and provides open play time for those

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Program Type: Library Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:
Calling all chess-letes! Summer chess is back at the Library! Join us for this eight-week session as Mr. Steve teaches the basics of chess, and provides open play time for those eager to try out their new-found knowledge. There will be a new le...
Colorful chess pieces on a bright blue background

Tournament Chess (In-Person)

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Library Event
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Event Details:

Summer chess is back and in-person! During the eight-week session, students will compete with each other to determine who will represent Carol Stream at the inter-library chess

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Program Type: Library Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
Summer chess is back and in-person! During the eight-week session, students will compete with each other to determine who will represent Carol Stream at the inter-library chess tournament at the end of the summer. Prior knowledge of the game is...

Indoor Giant Games (In-Person)

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Middle School Area at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Library Event
Age Group:
Children, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Exhibit, Boggle, Fort-Building, and other Giant games will be filling up the Youth Services department for an action-packed hour. Come test your skills! 

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Middle School Area
Age Group: Children, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Library Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 80
Event Details:
Exhibit, Boggle, Fort-Building, and other Giant games will be filling up the Youth Services department for an action-packed hour. Come test your skills!  ...
Colorful chess pieces on a bright blue background

Beginner Chess Club (In-Person)

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Library Event
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Event Details:

Calling all chess-letes! Summer chess is back at the Library! Join us for this eight-week session as Mr. Steve teaches the basics of chess, and provides open play time for those

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Program Type: Library Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:
Calling all chess-letes! Summer chess is back at the Library! Join us for this eight-week session as Mr. Steve teaches the basics of chess, and provides open play time for those eager to try out their new-found knowledge. There will be a new le...
Colorful chess pieces on a bright blue background

Tournament Chess (In-Person)

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Library Event
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Event Details:

Summer chess is back and in-person! During the eight-week session, students will compete with each other to determine who will represent Carol Stream at the inter-library chess

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Program Type: Library Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
Summer chess is back and in-person! During the eight-week session, students will compete with each other to determine who will represent Carol Stream at the inter-library chess tournament at the end of the summer. Prior knowledge of the game is...
Colorful chess pieces on a bright blue background

Beginner Chess Club (In-Person)

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Library Event
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Event Details:

Calling all chess-letes! Summer chess is back at the Library! Join us for this eight-week session as Mr. Steve teaches the basics of chess, and provides open play time for those

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Program Type: Library Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:
Calling all chess-letes! Summer chess is back at the Library! Join us for this eight-week session as Mr. Steve teaches the basics of chess, and provides open play time for those eager to try out their new-found knowledge. There will be a new le...
Colorful chess pieces on a bright blue background

Tournament Chess (In-Person)

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Library Event
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Event Details:

Summer chess is back and in-person! During the eight-week session, students will compete with each other to determine who will represent Carol Stream at the inter-library chess

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Program Type: Library Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
Summer chess is back and in-person! During the eight-week session, students will compete with each other to determine who will represent Carol Stream at the inter-library chess tournament at the end of the summer. Prior knowledge of the game is...
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Blood Drive (In-Person)

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 12:30pm - 5:00pm
Outdoors at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Library Event, Outreach
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Versiti Blood Center of Illinois and Carol Stream Public Library are teaming up to to save lives with a Blood Drive, but we need your help! Your donation could help someone in

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Outdoors
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Library Event, Outreach
Event Details:
Versiti Blood Center of Illinois and Carol Stream Public Library are teaming up to to save lives with a Blood Drive, but we need your help! Your donation could help someone in our community in one of the most important ways.  The Blood D...
Colorful chess pieces on a bright blue background

Beginner Chess Club (In-Person)

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Library Event
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Event Details:

Calling all chess-letes! Summer chess is back at the Library! Join us for this eight-week session as Mr. Steve teaches the basics of chess, and provides open play time for those

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Program Type: Library Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:
Calling all chess-letes! Summer chess is back at the Library! Join us for this eight-week session as Mr. Steve teaches the basics of chess, and provides open play time for those eager to try out their new-found knowledge. There will be a new le...
Colorful chess pieces on a bright blue background

Tournament Chess (In-Person)

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Library Event
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Event Details:

Summer chess is back and in-person! During the eight-week session, students will compete with each other to determine who will represent Carol Stream at the inter-library chess

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Program Type: Library Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
Summer chess is back and in-person! During the eight-week session, students will compete with each other to determine who will represent Carol Stream at the inter-library chess tournament at the end of the summer. Prior knowledge of the game is...
Colorful chess pieces on a bright blue background

Beginner Chess Club (In-Person)

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Library Event
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Event Details:

Calling all chess-letes! Summer chess is back at the Library! Join us for this eight-week session as Mr. Steve teaches the basics of chess, and provides open play time for those

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Program Type: Library Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:
Calling all chess-letes! Summer chess is back at the Library! Join us for this eight-week session as Mr. Steve teaches the basics of chess, and provides open play time for those eager to try out their new-found knowledge. There will be a new le...
Colorful chess pieces on a bright blue background

Tournament Chess (In-Person)

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Library Event
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Event Details:

Summer chess is back and in-person! During the eight-week session, students will compete with each other to determine who will represent Carol Stream at the inter-library chess

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Program Type: Library Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
Summer chess is back and in-person! During the eight-week session, students will compete with each other to determine who will represent Carol Stream at the inter-library chess tournament at the end of the summer. Prior knowledge of the game is...