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Yoga Storytime (In-Person)

Friday, April 17, 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
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
This event is in the "High School" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Eco Expo (In Person, Everyone)

Sunday, April 19, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Teens, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family, Everyone

Family fun activities, giveaways, environmentally-conscious community partners, storytimes on the half hour and an all-day One Earth Film Fest.  See you at the first ever CSPL Eco Expo hosted by the Library Green Team!

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Teens, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Science & Technology (STEM)
Event Details:

Family fun activities, giveaways, environmentally-conscious community partners, storytimes on the half hour and an all-day One Earth Film Fest.  See you at the first ever CSPL Eco Expo hosted by the Library Green Team!

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

CSPL Kit: Cress Head (Grades K-5)

04/20/2026 @ 9:00am to 04/25/2026 @ 5:00pm
Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School

Start of the Spring with this Cress Head activity! 

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

Start of the Spring with this Cress Head activity! 

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

Shhh! Don't Tell Mom! (Take & Make for kids)

All Day 4/21 - 5/8
Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program
Age Group:
Kids, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School

Find a grownup (not Mom!) to help create a beautifully decorative box for that special person you want to honor on Mother’s Day. The Library will provide the supplies, you provide the imagination and creativity. 

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Kids, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program
Event Details:

Find a grownup (not Mom!) to help create a beautifully decorative box for that special person you want to honor on Mother’s Day. The Library will provide the supplies, you provide the imagination and creativity. 

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

Afternoon Artists: Alma Thomas (In-Person)

Wednesday, April 22, 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 feature a special artist to learn their techniques to create unique art of our own.

This month, we will focus on Alma Thomas and her beautiful collages.

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 feature a special artist to learn their techniques to create unique art of our own.

This month, we will focus on Alma Thomas and her beautiful collages.

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 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Horizon 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: Horizon 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 "Babies and Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group

Play & Learn: Space (In-Person)

Tuesday, April 28, 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 space 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 space in a tactile, fun way! For ages 2-6, with caregiver.

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, May 2, 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 "Elementary School" group

CSPL Kit: Superhero Jumping Jacks (Grades K-5)

05/04/2026 @ 9:00am to 05/09/2026 @ 5:00pm
Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School

Complete this easy-to-make craft to create your own dancing superhero! A variety of choices in superheroes will be available from Spider-Man, Superman, Wolverine and more!

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

Complete this easy-to-make craft to create your own dancing superhero! A variety of choices in superheroes will be available from Spider-Man, Superman, Wolverine and more!

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

Mother's Day Mug Sublimation Craft (Grades 5-8)

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 4:15pm - 5:45pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School

Make a beautiful craft for Mother's Day. We will be coloring a piece of paper with infusible ink and transferring it to a mug. Come with your creative ideas and leave with a Mother's Day gift. 

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

Make a beautiful craft for Mother's Day. We will be coloring a piece of paper with infusible ink and transferring it to a mug. Come with your creative ideas and leave with a Mother's Day gift. 

This event is in the "Elementary School" group

Mother's Day Mug Sublimation Craft (Gr. 1-4, In-Person)

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Elementary School

Make a beautiful craft for Mother's Day. We will be coloring a piece of paper with infusible ink and transferring it to a mug. Come with your creative ideas and leave with a Mother's Day gift. 

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

Make a beautiful craft for Mother's Day. We will be coloring a piece of paper with infusible ink and transferring it to a mug. Come with your creative ideas and leave with a Mother's Day gift. 

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, May 7, 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, May 8, 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 "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group

Sensory Series: Magic Noodles (In-Person)

Monday, May 11, 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 will examine all of the ways you can shape cornstarch noodles into any creation you'd like 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 will examine all of the ways you can shape cornstarch noodles into any creation you'd like 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, May 14, 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, May 15, 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 "Elementary School" group

CSPL Kit: Climbing Robot Toy (Grades K-5)

05/18/2026 @ 9:00am to 05/23/2026 @ 5:00pm
Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School

Build and decorate your own climbing robot. How high can you make yours climb?

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

Build and decorate your own climbing robot. How high can you make yours climb?

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

Afternoon Artists: Wassily Kandinsky (In-Person)

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Horizon Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School

Calling all Afternoon Artists! Every month, we will feature a special artist to learn their techniques to create unique art of our own.

This month, we will focus on Russian painter Wassily Kandinsky.

Grades K-3

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

Calling all Afternoon Artists! Every month, we will feature a special artist to learn their techniques to create unique art of our own.

This month, we will focus on Russian painter Wassily Kandinsky.

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, May 21, 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 "Babies and Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group

Pony & Petting Zoo Party (In-Person)

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Outdoors at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School

Join us for a pony party and petting zoo! Memory Lane Stables specializes in creating unforgettable experiences with special therapeutic animals. Rides will be available for registered guest. Waivers must be signed.

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

Join us for a pony party and petting zoo! Memory Lane Stables specializes in creating unforgettable experiences with special therapeutic animals. Rides will be available for registered guest. Waivers must be signed.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

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Summer Reading Information (Everyone)

All Day
Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Reading programs
Age Group:
Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Teens, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family, Everyone

May 26 – August 9

WELCOME TO SUMMER READING 2026: PLANT A SEED, READ

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Teens, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Reading programs
Event Details:

May 26 – August 9

WELCOME TO SUMMER READING 2026: PLANT A SEED, READ

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: Gardens (In-Person)

Tuesday, May 26, 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 gardens and bugs 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 gardens and bugs in a tactile, fun way! For ages 2-6, 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
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
This event is in the "High School" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Summer Reading Activity Zone (All Day, Everyone, Drop-In)

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 8:00pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Passive Program
Age Group:
Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Teens, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family, Everyone

Summer Reading is our annual tradition that encourages people of all ages to challenge themselves to read more.  This year our theme is "Plant a Seed, Read."

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Teens, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Passive Program
Event Details:

Summer Reading is our annual tradition that encourages people of all ages to challenge themselves to read more.  This year our theme is "Plant a Seed, Read."

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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
This event is in the "High School" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Summer Reading Activity Zone (All Day, Everyone, Drop-In)

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 10:00am - 8:00pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Passive Program
Age Group:
Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Teens, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family, Everyone

Summer Reading is our annual tradition that encourages people of all ages to challenge themselves to read more.  This year our theme is "Plant a Seed, Read."

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Teens, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Passive Program
Event Details:

Summer Reading is our annual tradition that encourages people of all ages to challenge themselves to read more.  This year our theme is "Plant a Seed, Read."