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Kitchen Apron

Cricut Maker: Personalized Kitchen Apron (In-Person)

Friday, May 8, 2026 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 May 1. 

You are welcome to save a seat for yourself plus one guest at that time, just click "add another" or contact 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 May 1. 

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

Meditation Together Logo

Meditation Together: Basic Practices (In-Person)

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Meditation Together is a monthly hands-on series exploring fun and simple relaxation techniques with your friends and neighbors. New members are always welcome.

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

Meditation Together is a monthly hands-on series exploring fun and simple relaxation techniques with your friends and neighbors. New members are always welcome.

Happy Cinco de Mayo

Fiesta de Cinco de Mayo (Bilingual, En persona)

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
EDI, Entertainment, En español
Age Group:
Kids, Everyone

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, Everyone
Program Type: EDI, Entertainment, 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.

Library Closing for Mother's Day

All Day
Carol Stream Public Library

The Library will be closed all day in observance of Mother's Day.

Closing
Branches:
Carol Stream Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed all day in observance of Mother's Day.

Three young toddlers playing with toys.

Storytime for Little Ones (In-Person)

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:15am
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.

Registration Required
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.

Mom Mug

Mug Sublimation Workshop: Mother's Day (In-Person)

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

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

You are welcome to save a seat for yourself plus one guest at that time, just click "add another" or contact 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 May 1st. 

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

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.

Mom Mug

Mug Sublimation Workshop: Mother's Day (In-Person)

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 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 May 1st. 

You are welcome to save a seat for yourself plus one guest at that time, just click "add another" or contact 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 May 1st. 

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

Cuentos cortitos (En español, En persona)

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Horizon Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes, En español
Age Group:
Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool

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

Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Horizon Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes, En español
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Decoupage Flower Pots

Seasonal DIY Crafts: Decoupage Flower Pot (In-Person)

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 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 Friday, May 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 Friday, May 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.

Three young toddlers playing with toys.

Storytime for Little Ones (In-Person)

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 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.

Registration Required
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.

Decoupage Flower Pots

Seasonal DIY Crafts: Decoupage Flower Pot (In-Person)

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 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 Friday, May 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 Friday, May 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.

Decoupage Flower Pots

Seasonal DIY Crafts: Decoupage Flower Pot (In-Person)

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 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 Friday, May 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 Friday, May 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.

cartoon animals in the background, orange text that reads "preschool pals"

Preschool Pals (In-Person)

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Horizon Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids, Preschool

Join us for a live storytime to dance, sing, read and play. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Horizon Room
Age Group: Kids, Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a live storytime to dance, sing, read and play. 

Adults and young children shaking eggs at storytime.

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.

Volunteering hands

Crafting for a Cause (In-Person)

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Discovery Room 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.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Discovery Room
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.

Dirt and gardening supplies

DuPage Organic Garden Club: Natural Lawn Care 101 (In Person)

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Home & Garden, Outreach
Age Group:
Adults

This event is held in partnership with the DuPage Organic Garden Club.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Home & Garden, Outreach
Registration Required
Event Details:

This event is held in partnership with the DuPage Organic Garden Club.

cartoon cat stretching on yoga mat in front of bookshelves

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. 

After School Art (In-Person)

Friday, May 15, 2026 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.

Grades 6-8

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.

Grades 6-8

Donuts & Dice (In-Person)

Saturday, May 16, 2026 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 playing Lure in March and April with a free play day in May. There will be a variety of board games on hand from classics to newest favorites.

Registration Required
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 playing Lure in March and April with a free play day in May. There will be a variety of board games on hand from classics to newest favorites.

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.

Bee

CSPL Kit: Paper Bag Bee (Preschool)

05/18/2026 @ 9:00am to 05/22/2026 @ 5:00pm
Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Kids, Preschool

Make a cute bee puppet out of a paper bag!

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

Make a cute bee puppet out of a paper bag!

Climbing Robot Toy

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?

Three young toddlers playing with toys.

Storytime for Little Ones (In-Person)

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:15am
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.

Registration Required
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.

High School Study Zone (In-Person)

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 9:00pm
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, May 18th, through Thursday, May 21st, from 1 p.m.-9 p.m. each day.

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, May 18th, through Thursday, May 21st, from 1 p.m.-9 p.m. each day.