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A paper ornament decorated with paint chips to create a color wheel.

CSPL Kit: Color Wheel Ornament (Preschool)

12/01/2025 @ 9:00am to 12/06/2025 @ 5:00pm
Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Kids, Preschool

Practice your colors while getting into the holiday spirit!

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

Practice your colors while getting into the holiday spirit!

CSPL Kit: Paper Airplane Launcher

CSPL Kit: Paper Airplane Launcher (Grades K-5)

12/01/2025 @ 9:00am to 12/06/2025 @ 5:00pm
Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Make & Take, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School

Put your STEM minds to work as you create a working paper airplane launcher!

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

Put your STEM minds to work as you create a working paper airplane launcher!

After School Art (In-Person)

Friday, December 5, 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.

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.

Feliz día de las velitas

Celebracción de día de las velitas (Bilingual, En persona)

Sunday, December 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, EDI, En español
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School, Middle School

All are welcome. This program will be bilingual.               

Todos son bienvenidos. El programa será bilingüe.

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

All are welcome. This program will be bilingual.               

Todos son bienvenidos. El programa será bilingüe.

Sensory Series: Penguin Winter Wonderland (In-Person)

Monday, December 8, 2025 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. This month, we're bringing out homemade snow for half an hour of fun sensory activities.

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. This month, we're bringing out homemade snow for half an hour of fun sensory activities.

Train Engine

DIY Wood Train Engine (In-Person)

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Registration will open for CSPL cardholders age 16+ on Monday, December 1. 

You are welcome to save a seat for yourself plus one guest at that time, just click "add another" or ask us for assistance.

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

Registration will open for CSPL cardholders age 16+ on Monday, December 1. 

You are welcome to save a seat for yourself plus one guest at that time, just click "add another" or ask us for assistance.

Disclaimer(s)

Program Sessions

This class is anticipated to be very popular, so multiple sessions are offered.  Please register for only one session.

Prek

Puzzle Presents (Grades: PreK-2nd, In-Person)

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Make & Take
Age Group:
Kids, Preschool, Elementary School

Puzzled about that last-minute gift? Stop by the Library, grab some hot cocoa and create and design your own jigsaw puzzle for your sibling, your bestie or yourself.

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

Puzzled about that last-minute gift? Stop by the Library, grab some hot cocoa and create and design your own jigsaw puzzle for your sibling, your bestie or yourself.

Train Engine

DIY Wood Train Engine (In-Person)

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Registration will open for CSPL cardholders age 16+ on Monday, December 1. 

You are welcome to save a seat for yourself plus one guest at that time, just click "add another" or ask us for assistance.

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

Registration will open for CSPL cardholders age 16+ on Monday, December 1. 

You are welcome to save a seat for yourself plus one guest at that time, just click "add another" or ask us for assistance.

Disclaimer(s)

Program Sessions

This class is anticipated to be very popular, so multiple sessions are offered.  Please register for only one session.

3

Puzzle Presents (Grades 3-5, In-Person)

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Make & Take
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School

Puzzled about that last-minute gift? Stop by the Library, grab some hot cocoa and create and design your own jigsaw puzzle for your sibling, your bestie or yourself.

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

Puzzled about that last-minute gift? Stop by the Library, grab some hot cocoa and create and design your own jigsaw puzzle for your sibling, your bestie or yourself.

Train Engine

DIY Wood Train Engine (In-Person)

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Registration will open for CSPL cardholders age 16+ on Monday, December 1. 

You are welcome to save a seat for yourself plus one guest at that time, just click "add another" or ask us for assistance.

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

Registration will open for CSPL cardholders age 16+ on Monday, December 1. 

You are welcome to save a seat for yourself plus one guest at that time, just click "add another" or ask us for assistance.

Disclaimer(s)

Program Sessions

This class is anticipated to be very popular, so multiple sessions are offered.  Please register for only one session.

Family of snow-people star gazing!

Painting Stargazing Snowmen (In-Person)

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Registration will open for CSPL cardholders age 16+ on Monday, November 17. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Registration will open for CSPL cardholders age 16+ on Monday, November 17. 

Children's hands working at a craft table.

Itty Bitty Book Fun (In-Person)

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Crafts, 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 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: Book Clubs, Crafts, 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 to create with your child.

Gnome Sign

Cricut Maker: Personalized Gnome Sign (In-Person)

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Registration will open for CSPL cardholders age 16+ on December 1. 

You are welcome to save a seat for yourself plus one guest at that time, just click "add another" or ask us for assistance.

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

Registration will open for CSPL cardholders age 16+ on December 1. 

You are welcome to save a seat for yourself plus one guest at that time, just click "add another" or ask us for assistance.

Disclaimer(s)

Program Sessions

This class is anticipated to be very popular, so multiple sessions are offered.  Please register for only one session.

Gnome Sign

Cricut Maker: Personalized Gnome Sign (In-Person)

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Registration will open for CSPL cardholders age 16+ on December 1. 

You are welcome to save a seat for yourself plus one guest at that time, just click "add another" or ask us for assistance.

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

Registration will open for CSPL cardholders age 16+ on December 1. 

You are welcome to save a seat for yourself plus one guest at that time, just click "add another" or ask us for assistance.

Disclaimer(s)

Program Sessions

This class is anticipated to be very popular, so multiple sessions are offered.  Please register for only one session.

Bilingual Mingle

Encuentro bilingüe (Bilingual, En persona)

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, EDI, Storytimes, En español
Age Group:
Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School

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
Program Type: Crafts, EDI, Storytimes, 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.

Picture Frame

Take & Make: Christmas Character Picture Frame (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 15. Supplies are limited, so please help yourself to one per adult patron. 

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 15. Supplies are limited, so please help yourself to one per adult patron. 

Color Resist Winter Hats

CSPL Kit: Color Resist Winter Hats (Preschool)

12/15/2025 @ 9:00am to 12/20/2025 @ 5:00pm
Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Make & Take, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Kids, Preschool

Draw a warm winter hat, paint it and watch your patterns show through the paint like magic.

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

Draw a warm winter hat, paint it and watch your patterns show through the paint like magic.

Rainbow Snow Trees

CSPL Kit: Rainbow Snow Trees (Grades K-5)

12/15/2025 @ 9:00am to 12/20/2025 @ 5:00pm
Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Make & Take, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School

Brighten up the dark winter days by creating a picture of beautiful snowy rainbow trees.

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

Brighten up the dark winter days by creating a picture of beautiful snowy rainbow trees.

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.

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.

Snowflake

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. 

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. 

Paper Flower

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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.

Registration Required
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.

White, clear, and silver glitter beads strung onto white and silver pipe cleaners to make snowflakes shapes.

CSPL Kit: Beaded Snowflakes (Preschool)

01/05/2026 @ 9:00am to 01/10/2026 @ 5:00pm
Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Make & Take
Age Group:
Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool

Make beautiful snowflakes by threading beads onto pipe cleaners, a great way to get fine motor control practice and work on counting and patterning.

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Crafts, Make & Take
Event Details:

Make beautiful snowflakes by threading beads onto pipe cleaners, a great way to get fine motor control practice and work on counting and patterning.