This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Preschool" group CSPL Kit: Chicka Chicka Boom Boom Challenge (Preschool) 01/19/2026 @ 9:00am to 01/24/2026 @ 5:00pm Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program, Science & Technology (STEM) Age Group: Kids, Preschool The challenge is to build a tree and balance as many letters as possible on the top of the tree. View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Jan 19 - 24 2026 CSPL Kit: Chicka Chicka Boom Boom Challenge (Preschool) 01/19/2026 @ 9:00am–01/24/2026 @ 5:00pm Kids, Preschool Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Age Group: Kids, Preschool Program Type: Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program, Science & Technology (STEM) Event Details: The challenge is to build a tree and balance as many letters as possible on the top of the tree.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Elementary School" group CSPL Kit: Marshmallow Igloo (Grades K-5) 01/19/2026 @ 9:00am to 01/24/2026 @ 5:00pm Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program, Science & Technology (STEM) Age Group: Kids, Elementary School Bring the winter chill indoors! Construct a magnificent snow and ice structure at your whimsy using marshmallows and glue. View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Elementary School" group Jan 19 - 24 2026 CSPL Kit: Marshmallow Igloo (Grades K-5) 01/19/2026 @ 9:00am–01/24/2026 @ 5:00pm Kids, Elementary School Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Age Group: Kids, Elementary School Program Type: Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program, Science & Technology (STEM) Event Details: Bring the winter chill indoors! Construct a magnificent snow and ice structure at your whimsy using marshmallows and glue. 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, January 22, 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. 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 Jan 22 2026 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 "Adults" group Blood Drive (In-Person) Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 12:30pm - 5:00pm Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: Library Event, Outreach Age Group: Adults Versiti Blood Center of Illinois and Carol Stream Public Library are teaming up to save lives with a Blood Drive, but we need your help! Your donation could help someone in our community in one of the most important ways. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 22 2026 Thu Blood Drive (In-Person) 12:30pm–5:00pm Adults Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Room: Combined Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Library Event, Outreach Event Details: Versiti Blood Center of Illinois and Carol Stream Public Library are teaming up to save lives with a Blood Drive, but we need your help! Your donation could help someone in our community in one of the most important ways.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Elementary School" group Page Turners Book Club: The Bad Guys: A Very Bad Holiday (In-Person) Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm Create & Learn Center 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, new friends, unforgettable characters, crafts and activities inspired by our reading. This session we will be reading The Bad Guys: A Very Bad Holiday by Aaron Babley. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Elementary School" group Jan 22 2026 Thu Page Turners Book Club: The Bad Guys: A Very Bad Holiday (In-Person) 4:30pm–5:15pm Kids, Elementary School Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Room: Create & Learn Center Age Group: Kids, Elementary School Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Event Details: Page Turners is an exciting book club that explores new worlds, new friends, unforgettable characters, crafts and activities inspired by our reading. This session we will be reading The Bad Guys: A Very Bad Holiday by Aaron Babley.
This event is in the "Adults" group Discover Library Apps, eBooks & More (In-Person) Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: Science & Technology (STEM) Age Group: Adults Explore the diverse offerings of library applications available at your fingertips. Whether you’re a tech-savvy book lover, want to stay in the know with digital magazines and newspapers, or wish to challenge yourself to learn a new language. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 22 2026 Thu Discover Library Apps, eBooks & More (In-Person) 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Room: Create & Learn Center Age Group: Adults Program Type: Science & Technology (STEM) Registration Required Event Details: Explore the diverse offerings of library applications available at your fingertips. Whether you’re a tech-savvy book lover, want to stay in the know with digital magazines and newspapers, or wish to challenge yourself to learn a new language.
Library Closing due to Weather All Day Carol Stream Public Library Due to predicted extreme cold and for the safety of our patrons, the Carol Stream Public Library will be closed on Friday, January 23. Closing Jan 23 2026 Fri Closing Library Closing due to Weather All Day Branches: Carol Stream Public Library Description: Due to predicted extreme cold and for the safety of our patrons, the Carol Stream Public Library will be closed on Friday, January 23.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Friday Stories and Fun (In-Person) Friday, January 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool Fridays are fierce, fun, and fantastic at the Library! Join us for a fabulous storytime, and stay afterwards to enjoy an hour of free play! 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 Jan 23 2026 Fri Friday Stories and Fun (In-Person) 10:00am–11:30am Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Room: Combined Meeting Room Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Event Details: Fridays are fierce, fun, and fantastic at the Library! Join us for a fabulous storytime, and stay afterwards to enjoy an hour of free play!
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Family" group Preschool Information Fair (In-Person) Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: Library Event Age Group: Kids, Preschool, Family Attention, parents of future preschoolers! Drop by the Library to meet representatives from area preschools. You’ll get all the information about which preschool is the best fit for your new student and your family. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Family" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Preschool Information Fair (In-Person) 10:00am–12:00pm Kids, Preschool, Family Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Room: Create & Learn Center Age Group: Kids, Preschool, Family Program Type: Library Event Registration Required Event Details: Attention, parents of future preschoolers! Drop by the Library to meet representatives from area preschools. You’ll get all the information about which preschool is the best fit for your new student and your family.
This event is in the "Adults" group College of DuPage ELA Class Testing (In-Person) Monday, January 26, 2026 at 9:00am - 1:00pm Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: EDI, Outreach Age Group: Adults The College of DuPage and Carol Stream Public Library will offer FREE English Language Learning classes at the library. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 26 2026 Mon College of DuPage ELA Class Testing (In-Person) 9:00am–1:00pm Adults Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Room: Create & Learn Center Age Group: Adults Program Type: EDI, Outreach Event Details: The College of DuPage and Carol Stream Public Library will offer FREE English Language Learning classes at the library.
This event is in the "Elementary School" group This event is in the "Middle School" group Young Cooks with Chef Tony (Grades 4-8, In-Person) Monday, January 26, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School Young Chefs, come be a part of this interactive cooking demonstration where Tony will cook, with your assistance to make delicious food for everyone to taste. Grades 4-8 Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary School" group This event is in the "Middle School" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Young Cooks with Chef Tony (Grades 4-8, In-Person) 4:00pm–5:30pm Elementary School, Middle School Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Room: Combined Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Young Chefs, come be a part of this interactive cooking demonstration where Tony will cook, with your assistance to make delicious food for everyone to taste. Grades 4-8 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 "Elementary School" group Little Cooks with Chef Tony (Grades K-3, In-Person) Monday, January 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Elementary School Little Cooks, come be a part of this interactive cooking demonstration where Chef Tony will cook, with your assistance to make delicious food for everyone to taste. Grades K-3 Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary School" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Little Cooks with Chef Tony (Grades K-3, In-Person) 6:00pm–8:00pm Elementary School Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Room: Combined Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary School Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Little Cooks, come be a part of this interactive cooking demonstration where Chef Tony will cook, with your assistance to make delicious food for everyone to taste. Grades K-3 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 Play & Learn: Winter (In-Person) Tuesday, January 27, 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 snow and ice in a tactile, fun way! For ages 2-6, with caregiver. 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 Jan 27 2026 Tue Play & Learn: Winter (In-Person) 10:00am–12:00pm 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: Science & Technology (STEM) Registration Required Event Details: “Play is the work of childhood.” Join us for playful learning stations to explore snow and ice in a tactile, fun way! For ages 2-6, with caregiver.
This event is in the "High School" group This event is in the "Adults" group Super Simple Spanish: Days & Months (In-Person) Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: Language Learning Age Group: High School, Adults Adults and high schoolers are welcome to join us for short and simple learning activities lead by CSPL Librarians Crystal and Jessica to brush up on common Spanish vocabulary. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "High School" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 27 2026 Tue Super Simple Spanish: Days & Months (In-Person) 4:00pm–5:00pm High School, Adults Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Room: Create & Learn Center Age Group: High School, Adults Program Type: Language Learning Registration Required Event Details: Adults and high schoolers are welcome to join us for short and simple learning activities lead by CSPL Librarians Crystal and Jessica to brush up on common Spanish vocabulary.
This event is in the "Adults" group College of DuPage ELA Class Testing Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 9:00am - 1:00pm Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: EDI, Outreach Age Group: Adults The College of DuPage and Carol Stream Public Library will offer FREE English Language Learning classes at the library. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 28 2026 Wed College of DuPage ELA Class Testing 9:00am–1:00pm Adults Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Room: Create & Learn Center Age Group: Adults Program Type: EDI, Outreach Event Details: The College of DuPage and Carol Stream Public Library will offer FREE English Language Learning classes at the library.
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, January 28, 2026 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 Jan 28 2026 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 "Adults" group Know Your Rights on Housing Issues Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm Lobby at Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: Community Group Meeting Age Group: Adults Representatives from the Legal Aid Society of Metropolitan Family Services, a nonprofit organization, will be at the Library to provide information on housing issues. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 29 2026 Thu Know Your Rights on Housing Issues 10:00am–1:00pm Adults Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Room: Lobby Age Group: Adults Program Type: Community Group Meeting Event Details: Representatives from the Legal Aid Society of Metropolitan Family Services, a nonprofit organization, will be at the Library to provide information on housing issues.
This event is in the "Middle School" group One More Chapter: Escape at 10,000 Feet (In-Person) Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Horizon Room at Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Middle School Join us to discuss this unsolved mystery in the book, Escape at 10,000 Feet. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Middle School" group Jan 29 2026 Thu One More Chapter: Escape at 10,000 Feet (In-Person) 4:00pm–5:00pm Middle School Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Room: Horizon Room Age Group: Middle School Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Event Details: Join us to discuss this unsolved mystery in the book, Escape at 10,000 Feet.
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 Fairy Tale Friday (In-Person) Friday, January 30, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School This month's special storytime will be all things Fairy Tale! We'll be covering old tales and a new takes on classics. View Details 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 Jan 30 2026 Fri Fairy Tale Friday (In-Person) 11:00am–11:30am 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: This month's special storytime will be all things Fairy Tale! We'll be covering old tales and a new takes on classics.
This event is in the "High School" group This event is in the "Adults" group Let's Sew Together: Six Pocket Bag (In-Person) Friday, January 30, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: Crafts Age Group: High School, Adults Registration will open for CSPL cardholders age 16+ on January 2nd. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "High School" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 30 2026 Fri Let's Sew Together: Six Pocket Bag (In-Person) 2:00pm–4:00pm High School, Adults Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Room: Create & Learn Center Age Group: High School, Adults Program Type: Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Registration will open for CSPL cardholders age 16+ on January 2nd.
This event is in the "Adults" group College of DuPage ELA Class Testing (Saturday Class, In-Person) Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 9:00am - 1:00pm Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: Language Learning, EDI, Outreach Age Group: Adults The College of DuPage and Carol Stream Public Library will offer FREE English Language Learning classes at the library. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 31 2026 Sat College of DuPage ELA Class Testing (Saturday Class, In-Person) 9:00am–1:00pm Adults Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Room: Combined Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Language Learning, EDI, Outreach Event Details: The College of DuPage and Carol Stream Public Library will offer FREE English Language Learning classes at the library.
This event is in the "Kids" 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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Science Fiction Day (In-Person) Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: Parties & Celebrations Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Middle School, Adults, Family, Everyone Science Fiction lovers and Star Wars fans are invited to meet the 501st Midwest Garrison and others for some intergalactic fun & activities. Photos you will take! View Details This event is in the "Kids" 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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Jan 31 2026 Sat Science Fiction Day (In-Person) 1:00pm–4:00pm Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Middle School, Adults, Family, Everyone Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Room: Create & Learn Center Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Middle School, Adults, Family, Everyone Program Type: Parties & Celebrations Event Details: Science Fiction lovers and Star Wars fans are invited to meet the 501st Midwest Garrison and others for some intergalactic fun & activities. Photos you will take!
This event is in the "Adults" group 28 Days of Black History Interactive Display (All Month) All Day Carol Stream Public Library Program Type: History Age Group: Adults Stop by throughout the month and watch a giant calendar change day by day, based on a virtual calendar from the National Park Service. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 1 2026 Sun 28 Days of Black History Interactive Display (All Month) All Day Adults Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: History Event Details: Stop by throughout the month and watch a giant calendar change day by day, based on a virtual calendar from the National Park Service.
This event is in the "High School" group Take & Make: Heart Suncatcher (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 Feb 1 2026 Sun Take & Make: Heart Suncatcher (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.