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A Guide to ChatGPT (In-Person)

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Event Details:
Librarian Paul McDonald will provide a fun and informative 1-hour presentation about this interesting and complex new technology, ChatGPT. ...

Family STEM Time

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Children, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, Family
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Children, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, Family
Program Type: Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Details:
Drop in any time between 2:00 and 4:00 p.m. to spend some quality family time exploring different STEM concepts with the help of educational toy kits. Work together to learn about magnets, circuits, robots, gears and more!  Although all ages ...

Senior Week: AARP Smart Driver Course (In-Person)

10:00am - 2:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Finances, Health & Wellness, Outreach, Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Registration opens for Carol Stream Public Library cardholders April 1 at 9:00 a.m. This class is a two-day course, with session one being on Monday, April 29th from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and session two on Tuesday, April 30th from 10:00 a.m. t...

Monday Middle School Meetup (In-Person)

1:45pm - 3:30pm
Middle School
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
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. ...

Senior Week: AARP Smart Driver Course Day 2 (In-Person)

10:00am - 2:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Finances, Health & Wellness, Outreach, Science & Technology (STEM)
Event Details:
This class is a two-day course.  The registration form can be found here:  AARP Smart Drivers Course ...

DuPage Organic Gardening Club: Container Gardening 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: 6
Event Details:
Master Gardener Gail Sanders will teach us how to select, plant and maintain container gardens so that they can become attractive season long additions to the home landscape. This program is held in partnership with the DuPage Organic Gardeni...

Senior Week: Ice Painting (In-Person)

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Entertainment, Make & Take, Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 17
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.

Senior Week: Ice Painting (In-Person)

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Entertainment, Make & Take, Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration 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.

Monday Middle School Meetup (In-Person)

1:45pm - 3:30pm
Middle School
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. ...

High School Study Zone (In-Person)

2:00pm - 9:00pm
Teens
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.

East Asian Gardens (In-Person)

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

High School Study Zone (In-Person)

2:00pm - 9:00pm
Teens
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)

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking, Health & Wellness, Home & Garden, Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration 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. Chef Susan Maddox demonstrates recipes and provide samples of sweet trea...

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.

High School Study Zone (In-Person)

2:00pm - 9:00pm
Teens
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.

High School Study Zone (In-Person)

2:00pm - 9:00pm
Teens
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.

High School Study Zone (In-Person)

2:00pm - 9:00pm
Teens
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.

Monday Middle School Meetup (In-Person)

1:45pm - 3:30pm
Middle School
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. ...

High School Study Zone (In-Person)

2:00pm - 9:00pm
Teens
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.

Grow with Google: Cybersecurity and Your Small Business (Online)

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Zoom (Adult and Teen programs)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Finances, Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:
Identify common digital threats and steps you can take to protect your business, walk away with practical tips and tools to increase your business' cybersecurity and learn about the Google Cybersecurity Career Certificate. When you register for th...

High School Study Zone (In-Person)

2:00pm - 9:00pm
Teens
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.

High School Study Zone (In-Person)

2:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens
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.

Computer Fundamentals: Learning Windows

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Students will learn basic computer skills in this seven-week course, meeting in person at the Library on Wednesday evenings at 6:30 pm from May 15 through June 26th. From this course, students will learn; to move and resize application window...

Donuts and Dice (In-Person, Adults and High School+)

10:30am - 12:30pm
Teens, Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Entertainment, Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:
We will be having a free play in May, so bring anything from home to play along with a variety of board games on hand from classics to newest favorites. Instruction, games and snacks will be provided by the Library. ...

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.

LEGO Club (In-Person)

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Family
Registration
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Passive Program, Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:
Bring your friends and family for a great time where you can construct all of your complex LEGO ideas. Come prepared for some Sunday fun with your family! Registration is Encouraged but Drop-ins are welcome.   ...