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Binge Boxes (Adult)

All Day
Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Passive Program, Reading programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

A Binge Box is a box full of books hand-selected for you by our librarians, plus treats and small gifts to brighten your day. Please answer the questions regarding your preferences

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Passive Program, Reading programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 150
Event Details:
A Binge Box is a box full of books hand-selected for you by our librarians, plus treats and small gifts to brighten your day. Please answer the questions regarding your preferences, allow us a little extra time to get your request filled, and we will...

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.

Binge Boxes (High School)

All Day
Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Passive Program, Reading programs
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

A Binge Box is a box full of books hand-selected for you by our librarians, plus treats and small gifts to brighten your day. You can request a personalized box. Please answer

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Passive Program, Reading programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 150
Event Details:
A Binge Box is a box full of books hand-selected for you by our librarians, plus treats and small gifts to brighten your day. You can request a personalized box. Please answer the questions regarding your preferences, allow us a little extra tim...

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.

Front Cover of Cookbook Kachka

Read it and Eat Cookbook Club: Kachka (In-Person)

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Combined Meeting Room 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, Kachka by Bonnie Frumkin Morales, at the reference desk.&n

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Cooking, Reading programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
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, Kachka by Bonnie Frumkin Morales, at the reference desk.  Before attending, read the cookbook, pick one recipe and make it ...

Pages Through the Ages Book Club: Butterfly Yellow (In-Person)

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, EDI, Reading programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

New and returning members welcome to join our book club's tour through time. Ask for a copy of the book at the Reference Desk or listen to the e-audio for free using Hoopla Digital

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, EDI, Reading programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:
New and returning members welcome to join our book club's tour through time. Ask for a copy of the book at the Reference Desk or listen to the e-audio for free using Hoopla Digital. This month we will be reading Butterfly Yellow by Tha...

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.

Summer Reading Activity Zone (All Ages, Drop-In)

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

Drop by the Create & Learn Center and explore activity stations with word games and puzzles to celebrate the start of the Summer Reading Olympics. Pick up a reading log while y

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Children, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, Teens, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Crafts, Passive Program, Reading programs
Event Details:
Drop by the Create & Learn Center and explore activity stations with word games and puzzles to celebrate the start of the Summer Reading Olympics. Pick up a reading log while you’re here! ...

Summer Reading Activity Zone (All Ages, Drop-In)

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

Drop by the Create & Learn Center and explore activity stations with word games and puzzles to celebrate the start of the Summer Reading Olympics. Pick up a reading log while y

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Children, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, Teens, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Crafts, Passive Program, Reading programs
Event Details:
Drop by the Create & Learn Center and explore activity stations with word games and puzzles to celebrate the start of the Summer Reading Olympics. Pick up a reading log while you’re here! ...

Summer Reading Activity Zone (All Ages, Drop-In)

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

Drop by the Create & Learn Center and explore activity stations with word games and puzzles to celebrate the start of the Summer Reading Olympics. Pick up a reading log while y

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Children, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, Teens, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Crafts, Passive Program, Reading programs
Event Details:
Drop by the Create & Learn Center and explore activity stations with word games and puzzles to celebrate the start of the Summer Reading Olympics. Pick up a reading log while you’re here! ...

Summer Reading Olympics Information (All Ages)

All Day
Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Reading programs
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults, Family, Everyone
Event Details:

May 28 – August 11 WELCOME TO THE SUMMER READING OLYMPICS The annual reading tradition for all ages at the Carol Stream Public Library. FAMILY PRIZE DRAWING:  

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Book Clubs, Reading programs
Event Details:
May 28 – August 11 WELCOME TO THE SUMMER READING OLYMPICS The annual reading tradition for all ages at the Carol Stream Public Library. FAMILY PRIZE DRAWING:   If one adult and a high schooler or child from their family particip...

Summer Reading Activity Zone (All Ages, Drop-In)

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 9:00am - 4:00pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Passive Program, Reading programs
Age Group:
Children, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, Teens, Adults, Family, Everyone
Event Details:

Drop by the Create & Learn Center and explore activity stations with word games and puzzles to celebrate the start of the Summer Reading Olympics.  Pick up a reading log w

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Children, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, Teens, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Crafts, Passive Program, Reading programs
Event Details:
Drop by the Create & Learn Center and explore activity stations with word games and puzzles to celebrate the start of the Summer Reading Olympics.  Pick up a reading log while you’re here! ...

Summer Reading Activity Zone (All Ages, Drop-In)

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

Drop by the Create & Learn Center and explore activity stations with word games and puzzles to celebrate the start of the Summer Reading Olympics. Pick up a reading log while y

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Children, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, Teens, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Crafts, Passive Program, Reading programs
Event Details:
Drop by the Create & Learn Center and explore activity stations with word games and puzzles to celebrate the start of the Summer Reading Olympics. Pick up a reading log while you’re here! ...

Summer Reading Activity Zone (All Ages, Drop-In)

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

Drop by the Create & Learn Center and explore activity stations with word games and puzzles to celebrate the start of the Summer Reading Olympics. Pick up a reading log while y

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Children, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, Teens, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Crafts, Passive Program, Reading programs
Event Details:
Drop by the Create & Learn Center and explore activity stations with word games and puzzles to celebrate the start of the Summer Reading Olympics. Pick up a reading log while you’re here! ...

Book Tournament Interactive Display (All Month)

All Day
Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Home & Garden, Make & Take, Passive Program, Reading programs, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Drop by and enjoy an interactive display experience in the Adult Services Department! Vote for your favorite book out of Carol Stream's most popular picks, and watch it compete thr

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Home & Garden, Make & Take, Passive Program, Reading programs, Science & Technology (STEM)
Event Details:
Drop by and enjoy an interactive display experience in the Adult Services Department! Vote for your favorite book out of Carol Stream's most popular picks, and watch it compete through the brackets to become the champion. ...
Binge Box

Summer Binge Boxes (Adult)

All Day
Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Passive Program, Reading programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

You are welcome to request one Binge Box per season.  The Fall Binge Box requests will open September 1. A Binge Box is a box full of books hand-selected for you by our lib

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Passive Program, Reading programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 250
Event Details:
You are welcome to request one Binge Box per season.  The Fall Binge Box requests will open September 1. A Binge Box is a box full of books hand-selected for you by our librarians, plus treats and small gifts to brighten your day. Please answ...

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.

Summer Binge Boxes (High School)

All Day
Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Passive Program, Reading programs
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

You are welcome to request one Binge Box per season.  The Fall Binge Box requests will open September 1. A Binge Box is a box full of books hand-selected for you by our lib

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Clubs, Passive Program, Reading programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 250
Event Details:
You are welcome to request one Binge Box per season.  The Fall Binge Box requests will open September 1. A Binge Box is a box full of books hand-selected for you by our librarians, plus treats and small gifts to brighten your day. You can req...

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.

Summer Reading Opening Ceremonies (All Ages)

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Outdoors at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, History, Reading programs
Age Group:
Children, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, Teens, Adults, Family, Everyone
Event Details:

Happy summer! Drop by the Library entrance anytime between 2-4 p.m. to enjoy Olympic activities, music, crafts and ice pops. Kick off the beginning of the Summer Reading Olympics w

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Outdoors
Age Group: Children, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, Teens, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Entertainment, History, Reading programs
Event Details:
Happy summer! Drop by the Library entrance anytime between 2-4 p.m. to enjoy Olympic activities, music, crafts and ice pops. Kick off the beginning of the Summer Reading Olympics with some fun and grab a reading Log for the whole family!  ...

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.

Front Cover of Cookbook Mi Cocina

Read it and Eat Cookbook Club: Mi Cocina (In-Person)

Thursday, June 13, 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, Mi Cocina by Rick MartÍnez, at the reference desk.  B

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Cooking, Reading programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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, Mi Cocina by Rick MartÍnez, at the reference desk.  Before attending, read the cookbook, pick one recipe and make it at hom...
Dog man

EPIC Dog Man and Friends Party (In-Person)

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Parties & Celebrations, Reading programs
Age Group:
Children, Elementary School
Event Details:

Who doesn't love an epic party? Join us for fun with Dog Man and friends. We'll make a related craft, listen to stories and share our favorite Dog Man sayings. Must be in Grade

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary School
Program Type: Crafts, Parties & Celebrations, Reading programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
Who doesn't love an epic party? Join us for fun with Dog Man and friends. We'll make a related craft, listen to stories and share our favorite Dog Man sayings. Must be in Grades 2 - 5 to attend. ...

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.

Pages Through the Ages Book Club: Malinche (In-Person)

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, EDI, Reading programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

New and returning members welcome to join our book club's tour through time. Ask for a copy of the book at the Reference Desk or listen to the e-audio for free using HooplaDigital.

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, EDI, Reading programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
New and returning members welcome to join our book club's tour through time. Ask for a copy of the book at the Reference Desk or listen to the e-audio for free using HooplaDigital. This month we will be reading Malinche: A Novel by Laura&nb...

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.

I-Spy Interactive Display (All Month)

All Day
Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Home & Garden, Make & Take, Passive Program, Reading programs, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Drop by and enjoy an interactive display experience in the Adult Services Department.  Search the board and find the official objects of the week- it's like the nostalgic pict

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Home & Garden, Make & Take, Passive Program, Reading programs, Science & Technology (STEM)
Event Details:
Drop by and enjoy an interactive display experience in the Adult Services Department.  Search the board and find the official objects of the week- it's like the nostalgic picture books come to life! ...
Front Cover of Cookbook Ottolenghi Simple

Read it and Eat Cookbook Club: Ottolenghi Simple (In-Person)

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Combined Meeting Room 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, Ottolenghi Simple by Yotam Ottolenghi, at the reference de

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Cooking, Reading programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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, Ottolenghi Simple by Yotam Ottolenghi, at the reference desk.  Before attending, read the cookbook, pick one recipe and mak...

Pages Through the Ages Book Club: Daisy Jones & the Six (In-Person)

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, EDI, Reading programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

New and returning members welcome to join our book club's tour through time. Ask for a copy of the book at the Reference Desk. This month we will be reading Daisy Jones &

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, EDI, Reading programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
New and returning members welcome to join our book club's tour through time. Ask for a copy of the book at the Reference Desk. This month we will be reading Daisy Jones & the Six: A Novel by Taylor Jenkins Reid set in the 1970's. ...

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.

Front Cover of Cookbook Sofreh

Read it and Eat Cookbook Club: Sofreh (In-Person)

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Combined Meeting Room 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, Sofreh by Nasim Alikhani, at the reference desk.  Bef

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Cooking, Reading programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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, Sofreh by Nasim Alikhani, at the reference desk.  Before attending, read the cookbook, pick one recipe and make it at home....

Pages Through the Ages Book Club: Annual Summer Party-No Book Assigned! (In-Person)

Monday, August 19, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, EDI, Reading programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

New and returning members welcome to join our book club's tour through time. No book assigned this month as we will be enjoying our annual summer party!

Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, EDI, Reading programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
New and returning members welcome to join our book club's tour through time. No book assigned this month as we will be enjoying our annual summer party! ...

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.