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Chess Club (In-Person)

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School

Join us for a two-hour session of open play chess. All skill levels are welcome to play. There will be no formal instruction given, but Mr. Steve will be on hand to answer any chess related questions.

Grades 3-8

Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a two-hour session of open play chess. All skill levels are welcome to play. There will be no formal instruction given, but Mr. Steve will be on hand to answer any chess related questions.

Grades 3-8

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group

Stuffed Animal Hospital (In-Person)

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School

Does your stuffie have a boo boo?  Dr. Mondrian Contreras, owner of the Carol Stream Animal Hospital, is coming to the rescue. Bring your stuffie and learn about what the life of an animal doctor is about.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Entertainment, Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration Required
Event Details:

Does your stuffie have a boo boo?  Dr. Mondrian Contreras, owner of the Carol Stream Animal Hospital, is coming to the rescue. Bring your stuffie and learn about what the life of an animal doctor is about.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group

Storytime Jamboree (In-Person)

Thursday, March 5, 2026 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

An all-ages, lively storytime featuring books, music, movement and more! For families with children ages birth to six.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

An all-ages, lively storytime featuring books, music, movement and more! For families with children ages birth to six.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group

Page Turners Book Club: The Lost Stone 1 (The Kingdom of Wrenly) (In-Person)

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Discovery Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School

Page Turners is an exciting book club that explores new worlds, friends and unforgettable characters inspired by our reading.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Discovery Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Page Turners is an exciting book club that explores new worlds, friends and unforgettable characters inspired by our reading.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Family Yoga (In-Person)

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids, Preschool, Elementary School, Family

Enjoy some family bonding time with activities such as storybook yoga, partner poses, games, breathing exercises, or mindful crafts. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a towel or yoga mat.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Preschool, Elementary School, Family
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy some family bonding time with activities such as storybook yoga, partner poses, games, breathing exercises, or mindful crafts. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a towel or yoga mat.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Family STEM Time (In-Person)

Sunday, March 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Kids, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, Family

Drop in and spend quality family time exploring different STEM concepts. Work together using Library supplied kits to learn about electricity, magnets, circuits, engineering, robots and gears.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Kids, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, Family
Program Type: Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration Required
Event Details:

Drop in and spend quality family time exploring different STEM concepts. Work together using Library supplied kits to learn about electricity, magnets, circuits, engineering, robots and gears.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group

Sensory Series: Textured Paper (In-Person)

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Preschool, Elementary School

Let's explore all things that are fun to squish, squeeze and shape. We'll examine the different ways you can tear, shape, and create different textures and colors of paper to create a special work of art in this half hour of free play.

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

Let's explore all things that are fun to squish, squeeze and shape. We'll examine the different ways you can tear, shape, and create different textures and colors of paper to create a special work of art in this half hour of free play.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group

Teddys & Boba (Gr. 5-8, In-Person)

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Horizon Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Parties & Celebrations
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School, Middle School

Too old for a stuffed animal? Never. Come design and build your own teddy bear while enjoying Boba Tea. Your new companion could be with you through some of life’s biggest milestones. All supplies are provided by the Library.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Horizon Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Crafts, Parties & Celebrations
Registration Required
Event Details:

Too old for a stuffed animal? Never. Come design and build your own teddy bear while enjoying Boba Tea. Your new companion could be with you through some of life’s biggest milestones. All supplies are 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.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group

Storytime Jamboree (In-Person)

Thursday, March 12, 2026 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

An all-ages, lively storytime featuring books, music, movement and more! For families with children ages birth to six.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

An all-ages, lively storytime featuring books, music, movement and more! For families with children ages birth to six.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group

Itty Bitty Book Fun (In-Person)

Friday, March 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids, Preschool, Elementary School

Discover new picture books and see old favorites in a fresh way with art and craft projects. For ages 3-8, with caregiver. 

Drop in anytime from 10-11:30 a.m. to create with your child.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover new picture books and see old favorites in a fresh way with art and craft projects. For ages 3-8, with caregiver. 

Drop in anytime from 10-11:30 a.m. to create with your child.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group

CSPL Kit: Button Trees (Grades K-5)

03/16/2026 @ 9:00am to 03/21/2026 @ 5:00pm
Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School

Just in time for spring, we will be crafting our very own Button Tree!

Hot glue may be needed for this project.

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School
Program Type: Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program, Science & Technology (STEM)
Event Details:

Just in time for spring, we will be crafting our very own Button Tree!

Hot glue may be needed for this project.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group

Afternoon Artists: Andy Warhol (In-Person)

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School

Calling all Afternoon Artists!

Every month, we will showcase an artist and create works of art in their style.

This month, our focus will be Andy Warhol, and the pop art movement.

Grades K-3

 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all Afternoon Artists!

Every month, we will showcase an artist and create works of art in their style.

This month, our focus will be Andy Warhol, and the pop art movement.

Grades K-3

 

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group

Storytime Jamboree (In-Person)

Thursday, March 19, 2026 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

An all-ages, lively storytime featuring books, music, movement and more! For families with children ages birth to six.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

An all-ages, lively storytime featuring books, music, movement and more! For families with children ages birth to six.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group

Yoga Storytime (In-Person)

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids, Preschool, Elementary School

An interactive storytime that pairs books with movement and mindfulness. Practice yoga poses, play with active songs and pause for focus and relaxation. For ages 3-6, with caregiver. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

An interactive storytime that pairs books with movement and mindfulness. Practice yoga poses, play with active songs and pause for focus and relaxation. For ages 3-6, with caregiver. 

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group

Play & Learn: Shapes (In-Person)

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School

“Play is the work of childhood.” Join us for playful learning stations to explore shapes in a tactile, fun way! For ages 2-6, with caregiver.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration Required
Event Details:

“Play is the work of childhood.” Join us for playful learning stations to explore shapes in a tactile, fun way! For ages 2-6, with caregiver.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group

CSPL Kit: Paper Potted Orchid (Grades K-5)

04/06/2026 @ 9:00am to 04/11/2026 @ 5:00pm
Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School

Behold, as your paper orchid blossoms before your very eyes! Ideal for assembly and decoration at home, tend to the tender petals of this charming craft to celebrate the coming of the spring and, with it, all the flowers in bloom.

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School
Program Type: Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program, Science & Technology (STEM)
Event Details:

Behold, as your paper orchid blossoms before your very eyes! Ideal for assembly and decoration at home, tend to the tender petals of this charming craft to celebrate the coming of the spring and, with it, all the flowers in bloom.

This event is in the "Elementary School" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group

Chess Club (In-Person)

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School

Join us for a one-hour session of open play chess. All skill levels are welcome to play. There will be no formal instruction given, but Mr. Steve will be on hand to answer any chess related questions.

Grades 3-8

Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a one-hour session of open play chess. All skill levels are welcome to play. There will be no formal instruction given, but Mr. Steve will be on hand to answer any chess related questions.

Grades 3-8

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group

Storytime Jamboree (In-Person)

Thursday, April 9, 2026 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

An all-ages, lively storytime featuring books, music, movement and more! For families with children ages birth to six.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

An all-ages, lively storytime featuring books, music, movement and more! For families with children ages birth to six.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group

Smart Cookie Book Club: The First Rule of Punk Novel (In-Person)

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Discovery Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Reading programs
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School
Smart Cookie Book Club:

Smart Cookies love to read and talk about books! Sign up at the Youth Services Desk to receive your free copy of this month’s book. There will be cookies!

Join the Smart Cookies book club this month to read The First Rule of Punk a Novel by Celia C. Pérez. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Discovery Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School
Program Type: Book Clubs, Reading programs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Smart Cookie Book Club

Smart Cookies love to read and talk about books! Sign up at the Youth Services Desk to receive your free copy of this month’s book. There will be cookies!

Join the Smart Cookies book club this month to read The First Rule of Punk a Novel by Celia C. Pérez. 

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.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group

Itty Bitty Book Fun (In-Person)

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids, Preschool, Elementary School

Discover new picture books and see old favorites in a fresh way with art and craft projects. For ages 3-8, with caregiver. 

Drop in anytime from 10-11:30 a.m. to create with your child.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover new picture books and see old favorites in a fresh way with art and craft projects. For ages 3-8, with caregiver. 

Drop in anytime from 10-11:30 a.m. to create with your child.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Encanto y palomitas (Bilingual, En persona)

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Parties & Celebrations, En español
Age Group:
Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Family

Todos son bienvenidos. Este programa se llevará a cabo en inglés y español.
All are welcome. This program will be in English and Spanish.   

Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Family
Program Type: Entertainment, Parties & Celebrations, En español
Registration Required
Event Details:

Todos son bienvenidos. Este programa se llevará a cabo en inglés y español.
All are welcome. This program will be in English and Spanish.   

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.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group

Sensory Series: Cloud Dough (In-Person)

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Preschool, Elementary School

Let's explore all things that are fun to squish, squeeze and shape. We'll make silky, squishy 2-ingredient dough in this half hour of free play.

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

Let's explore all things that are fun to squish, squeeze and shape. We'll make silky, squishy 2-ingredient dough in this half hour of free play.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group

Storytime Jamboree (In-Person)

Thursday, April 16, 2026 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

An all-ages, lively storytime featuring books, music, movement and more! For families with children ages birth to six.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

An all-ages, lively storytime featuring books, music, movement and more! For families with children ages birth to six.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group

Page Turners Book Club: Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot (In-Person)

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Discovery Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Reading programs
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School

Page Turners is an exciting book club that explores new worlds, friends, and unforgettable characters. This session we will be reading Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot by Dav Pilkey.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Discovery Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School
Program Type: Book Clubs, Reading programs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Page Turners is an exciting book club that explores new worlds, friends, and unforgettable characters. This session we will be reading Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot by Dav Pilkey.