This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group Storytime for Little Ones (In-Person) Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am Horizon Room at Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers We will be sharing wonderful stories, songs and rhymes for our smallest friends. Stay to play and socialize and to connect with other caregivers. For families with children under age two. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group Dec 16 2025 Tue Storytime for Little Ones (In-Person) 10:30am–11:15am Kids, Babies and Toddlers Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Room: Horizon Room Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Event Details: We will be sharing wonderful stories, songs and rhymes for our smallest friends. Stay to play and socialize and to connect with other caregivers. For families with children under age two.
This event is in the "High School" group High School Study Zone (In-Person) Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 8:00pm Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: Passive Program Age Group: High School The Create & Learn Center in the Library will be available as a study space for high school students during Glenbard North Finals Week, Monday through Thursday, from 4-8 p.m. each day. View Details This event is in the "High School" group Dec 16 2025 Tue High School Study Zone (In-Person) 4:00pm–8:00pm High School Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Room: Create & Learn Center Age Group: High School Program Type: Passive Program Event Details: The Create & Learn Center in the Library will be available as a study space for high school students during Glenbard North Finals Week, Monday through Thursday, from 4-8 p.m. each day.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Middle School" group This event is in the "Family" group Yuletide YouTube Singalong (In-Person) Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: Entertainment, Music Age Group: Kids, Middle School, Family Join us for a cozy evening filled with delicious hot chocolate, cookies and the joyful sounds of Christmas carols! Gather the whole family and sing along to your favorite holiday classics as we celebrate the season together. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Middle School" group This event is in the "Family" group Dec 16 2025 Tue Yuletide YouTube Singalong (In-Person) 5:00pm–6:00pm Kids, Middle School, Family Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Room: Combined Meeting Room Age Group: Kids, Middle School, Family Program Type: Entertainment, Music Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a cozy evening filled with delicious hot chocolate, cookies and the joyful sounds of Christmas carols! Gather the whole family and sing along to your favorite holiday classics as we celebrate the season together.
This event is in the "Adults" group It's Christmastime in the City (In-Person) Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: History Age Group: Adults From the windows on State Street to the Sears Wish Book, Chicago has been all about the holidays since the beginning. Please join historian and entertainer Clarence Goodman as he highlights Chicago’s holiday traditions. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 16 2025 Tue It's Christmastime in the City (In-Person) 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Room: Combined Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: History Registration Required Event Details: From the windows on State Street to the Sears Wish Book, Chicago has been all about the holidays since the beginning. Please join historian and entertainer Clarence Goodman as he highlights Chicago’s holiday traditions.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Fancy Feet (In-Person) Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: Music Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool Got boogie fever? Want to shake a tail feather? Students will learn dance fundamentals, work on their musicality and rhythm, and use their imagination through creative movement with an instructor from Flourish Dance Academy. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Fancy Feet (In-Person) 10:00am–10:30am Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Room: Combined Meeting Room Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool Program Type: Music Registration Required Event Details: Got boogie fever? Want to shake a tail feather? Students will learn dance fundamentals, work on their musicality and rhythm, and use their imagination through creative movement with an instructor from Flourish Dance Academy.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Social Services Hours (In-Person) Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm Study Room B at Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: Outreach Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Family, Everyone Drop-in and meet your local social worker and connect with services that meet your needs. Learn what is available to residents. View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Social Services Hours (In-Person) 3:00pm–5:00pm Kids, Teens, Adults, Family, Everyone Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Room: Study Room B Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Family, Everyone Program Type: Outreach Event Details: Drop-in and meet your local social worker and connect with services that meet your needs. Learn what is available to residents.
This event is in the "High School" group High School Study Zone (In-Person) Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 8:00pm Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: Passive Program Age Group: High School The Create & Learn Center in the Library will be available as a study space for high school students during Glenbard North Finals Week, Monday through Thursday, from 4-8 p.m. each day. View Details This event is in the "High School" group Dec 17 2025 Wed High School Study Zone (In-Person) 4:00pm–8:00pm High School Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Room: Create & Learn Center Age Group: High School Program Type: Passive Program Event Details: The Create & Learn Center in the Library will be available as a study space for high school students during Glenbard North Finals Week, Monday through Thursday, from 4-8 p.m. each day.
This event is in the "Everyone" group Library Board of Trustees (Library) - CANCELLED Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: Library Meeting Age Group: Everyone This is the monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. The public is welcome to attend. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Everyone" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Library Board of Trustees (Library) - CANCELLED 7:00pm–9:00pm Everyone Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Room: Combined Meeting Room Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Library Meeting Registration Required Event Details: This is the monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. The public is welcome to attend.
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, December 18, 2025 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. Register Now Registration Required 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 Dec 18 2025 Thu Storytime Jamboree (In-Person) 10:00am–10:30am Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School 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 "High School" group High School Study Zone (In-Person) Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 8:00pm Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: Passive Program Age Group: High School The Create & Learn Center in the Library will be available as a study space for high school students during Glenbard North Finals Week, Monday through Thursday, from 4-8 p.m. each day. View Details This event is in the "High School" group Dec 18 2025 Thu High School Study Zone (In-Person) 4:00pm–8:00pm High School Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Room: Create & Learn Center Age Group: High School Program Type: Passive Program Event Details: The Create & Learn Center in the Library will be available as a study space for high school students during Glenbard North Finals Week, Monday through Thursday, from 4-8 p.m. each day.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Elementary School" group This event is in the "Middle School" group Youth Services Book Club Party (In-Person) Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: Book Clubs, Parties & Celebrations Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Middle School Calling all Page Turners, Smart Cookie and One More Chapter participants. This party is for you. Join Mr. Steve and Ms. Sam for a fun-filled time to celebrate the year we've had and pick up your first book for 2026. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Elementary School" group This event is in the "Middle School" group Dec 18 2025 Thu Youth Services Book Club Party (In-Person) 5:30pm–6:30pm Kids, Elementary School, Middle School Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Room: Combined Meeting Room Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Middle School Program Type: Book Clubs, Parties & Celebrations Registration Required Event Details: Calling all Page Turners, Smart Cookie and One More Chapter participants. This party is for you. Join Mr. Steve and Ms. Sam for a fun-filled time to celebrate the year we've had and pick up your first book for 2026. 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 Yoga Storytime (In-Person) Friday, December 19, 2025 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. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Elementary School" group Dec 19 2025 Fri Yoga Storytime (In-Person) 10:00am–10:30am Kids, Preschool, Elementary School 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 "Middle School" group After School Art (In-Person) Friday, December 19, 2025 at 3:15pm - 4:30pm Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: Crafts, Make & Take Age Group: Middle School Drop by after school on the first and third Fridays of the month to enjoy some relaxing and creative time with your friends. All instructions and supplies are provided by the Library. No Registration required. View Details This event is in the "Middle School" group Dec 19 2025 Fri After School Art (In-Person) 3:15pm–4:30pm Middle School Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Room: Create & Learn Center Age Group: Middle School Program Type: Crafts, Make & Take Event Details: Drop by after school on the first and third Fridays of the month to enjoy some relaxing and creative time with your friends. All instructions and supplies are provided by the Library. No Registration required.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Donuts & Dice (In-Person) Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: Games Age Group: Teens, Adults Relax with coffee, donuts and a game! We will be having an end of year free play day in December. There will be a variety of board games on hand from classics to newest favorites. Instruction, games and snacks will be provided. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 20 2025 Sat Donuts & Dice (In-Person) 10:30am–12:30pm Teens, Adults Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Room: Combined Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Games Registration Required Event Details: Relax with coffee, donuts and a game! We will be having an end of year free play day in December. There will be a variety of board games on hand from classics to newest favorites. Instruction, games and snacks will be provided. 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.
Library Closing for Christmas Holiday All Day 12/24 - 12/25 Carol Stream Public Library The Library will be closed all day on December 24 and December 25 in observance of the Christmas Holiday. Closing Dec 24 - 25 2025 Closing Library Closing for Christmas Holiday All Day 12/24–12/25 Branches: Carol Stream Public Library Description: The Library will be closed all day on December 24 and December 25 in observance of the Christmas Holiday.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Family" group LEGO Club (In-Person) Sunday, December 28, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: Passive Program, Science & Technology (STEM) Age Group: Kids, Family Bring your friends and family for a great time constructing all of your LEGO ideas. Registration is encouraged, not required, so drop-ins are welcome. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Family" group Dec 28 2025 Sun LEGO Club (In-Person) 2:00pm–3:00pm Kids, Family Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Room: Create & Learn Center Age Group: Kids, Family Program Type: Passive Program, Science & Technology (STEM) Registration Required Event Details: Bring your friends and family for a great time constructing all of your LEGO ideas. Registration is encouraged, not required, so drop-ins are welcome.
This event is in the "Adults" group Take & Make: DIY 3D Snowflake (Adults) All Day Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program Age Group: Adults Take & Make kits will be available at the Adult Services Desk on a first come, first served basis starting on Monday, December 29. Supplies are limited, so please help yourself to one per adult patron. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 29 2025 Mon Take & Make: DIY 3D Snowflake (Adults) All Day Adults Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program Event Details: Take & Make kits will be available at the Adult Services Desk on a first come, first served basis starting on Monday, December 29. Supplies are limited, so please help yourself to one per adult patron.
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 Happy Noon Year (In-Person) Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: Parties & Celebrations Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Family Is midnight way past your bedtime? Join us to ring in the New Year a little early. We'll make a craft, listen to a story or two, and then dance to some of our favorite tunes. Register Now Registration Required 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 Dec 31 2025 Wed Happy Noon Year (In-Person) 11:00am–12:00pm Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Family Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Room: Combined Meeting Room Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Family Program Type: Parties & Celebrations Registration Required Event Details: Is midnight way past your bedtime? Join us to ring in the New Year a little early. We'll make a craft, listen to a story or two, and then dance to some of our favorite tunes.
Library Closing for New Year's Eve Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm Carol Stream Public Library The Library will closed at 5:00 pm on December 31 in observance of the New Year's Day holiday. Closing Dec 31 2025 Wed Closing Library Closing for New Year's Eve 5:00pm–9:00pm Branches: Carol Stream Public Library Description: The Library will closed at 5:00 pm on December 31 in observance of the New Year's Day holiday.
Library Closing for New Year's Day All Day Carol Stream Public Library The Library will closed all day on January 1 in observance of the New Year's Day holiday. Closing Jan 1 2026 Thu Closing Library Closing for New Year's Day All Day Branches: Carol Stream Public Library Description: The Library will closed all day on January 1 in observance of the New Year's Day holiday.
This event is in the "Adults" group Take & Make: Paper Flower Gift Topper (Adults) All Day Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program Age Group: Adults Take & Make kits will be available at the Adult Services Desk on a first come, first served basis starting on Friday, January 2. Supplies are limited, so please help yourself to one per adult patron. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 2 2026 Fri Take & Make: Paper Flower Gift Topper (Adults) All Day Adults Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program Event Details: Take & Make kits will be available at the Adult Services Desk on a first come, first served basis starting on Friday, January 2. Supplies are limited, so please help yourself to one per adult patron.
This event is in the "High School" group Take & Make: Snowflake Window Clings (High School) All Day Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: Crafts, Make & Take Age Group: High School Take & Make kits will be available at the Adult Services Desk on a first come, first served basis starting on the first of each month. Supplies are limited, so please help yourself to one per high schooler. View Details This event is in the "High School" group Jan 2 2026 Fri Take & Make: Snowflake Window Clings (High School) All Day High School Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Age Group: High School Program Type: Crafts, Make & Take Event Details: Take & Make kits will be available at the Adult Services Desk on a first come, first served basis starting on the first of each month. Supplies are limited, so please help yourself to one per high schooler.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Middle School" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Homeschool Hangout: Hot Cocoa and Board Games (In-Person) Friday, January 2, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: Crafts, Entertainment Age Group: Kids, Middle School, Everyone Get together to meet other home-schooling families in the community, learn about how the Library can support you, and do some fun activities. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Middle School" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Jan 2 2026 Fri Homeschool Hangout: Hot Cocoa and Board Games (In-Person) 11:00am–12:00pm Kids, Middle School, Everyone Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Room: Combined Meeting Room Age Group: Kids, Middle School, Everyone Program Type: Crafts, Entertainment Registration Required Event Details: Get together to meet other home-schooling families in the community, learn about how the Library can support you, and do some fun activities. 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 "High School" group Crafting for a Cause (In-Person) Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: Outreach Age Group: High School Looking for a fun and rewarding way to help out your community? Work together and give back by joining the Library's Crafting for a Cause Program! This program is open to high schoolers. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "High School" group Jan 3 2026 Sat Crafting for a Cause (In-Person) 10:00am–12:00pm High School Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Room: Create & Learn Center Age Group: High School Program Type: Outreach Registration Required Event Details: Looking for a fun and rewarding way to help out your community? Work together and give back by joining the Library's Crafting for a Cause Program! This program is open to high schoolers. 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.