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Tax Basics Workshop (In-Person)

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Business & Finances
Age Group:
Adults

Join Ladder Up for an informative workshop that breaks down the income tax filing process.

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

Join Ladder Up for an informative workshop that breaks down the income tax filing process.

Children's hands working at a craft table.

Itty Bitty Book Fun (In-Person)

Friday, March 13, 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.

easter mat

Let's Sew Together: Easter Peeps Mat (In-Person)

Friday, March 13, 2026 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 March 2. 

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 March 2. 

WIC Mobile Clinic (In-Person)

Friday, March 13, 2026 at 12:30pm - 4:30pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Community Group Meeting
Age Group:
Family, Everyone

The WIC Mobile Clinic is  a full-service WIC clinic on wheels:

  • Offers full WIC appointments
  • Receive a WIC EBT card with food benefits in real-time

The WIC program provides:

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Family, Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Community Group Meeting
Event Details:

The WIC Mobile Clinic is  a full-service WIC clinic on wheels:

  • Offers full WIC appointments
  • Receive a WIC EBT card with food benefits in real-time

The WIC program provides:

Meditation Together Logo

Meditation Together: Energy Meditation (In-Person)

Saturday, March 14, 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.

Bilingual Mingle

Encuentro bilingüe (Bilingual, En persona)

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, EDI, Storytimes, En español
Age Group:
Kids

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
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.

A tree with buttons for leaves

CSPL Kit: Button Trees (Grades K-5)

03/16/2026 @ 9:00am to 03/21/2026 @ 5:00pm
Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School

Just in time for spring, we will be crafting our very own Button Tree!

Hot glue may be needed for this project.

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

Just in time for spring, we will be crafting our very own Button Tree!

Hot glue may be needed for this project.

Shamrock with different textures of green craft supplies glued onto it - lace, yarn, felt, construction paper, pipe cleaners, pom poms.

CSPL Kit: Shamrock Textured Collage (Preschool)

03/16/2026 @ 9:00am to 03/21/2026 @ 5:00pm
Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Kids, Preschool

Explore different textures and the color green as you decorate a shamrock for St. Patrick's Day.

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

Explore different textures and the color green as you decorate a shamrock for St. Patrick's Day.

Three young toddlers playing with toys.

Storytime for Little Ones (In-Person)

Monday, March 16, 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.

Music & Me (In-Person)

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 3:45pm - 4:15pm
Horizon Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Kids, Preschool

Carol Streamers, get ready to rock! Professional musician and instructor Michael Twietmeyer will be setting up shop to teach the fundamentals of music.

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

Carol Streamers, get ready to rock! Professional musician and instructor Michael Twietmeyer will be setting up shop to teach the fundamentals of music.

Pages Through the Ages Book Club: Where the Lost Wander (In-Person)

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Reading programs
Age Group:
Adults

Welcome to our book club's tour through time! This year we are honoring the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence by taking a chronological journey through our country's history.

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

Welcome to our book club's tour through time! This year we are honoring the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence by taking a chronological journey through our country's history.

Mom's After Bedtime Book Club: His & Hers (Online)

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 8:00pm - 8:45pm
Zoom (Adult and Teen programs) at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Reading programs
Age Group:
Adults

Join this book club for busy moms. All books are available as e-audio on Hoopla or ask for a physical copy of the book at the Reference Desk.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Zoom (Adult and Teen programs)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Reading programs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join this book club for busy moms. All books are available as e-audio on Hoopla or ask for a physical copy of the book at the Reference Desk.

Shamrock Wreath

Seasonal DIY Crafts: St. Patrick’s Day Wreath (In-Person)

Tuesday, March 17, 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 Monday, March 2. 

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, March 2. 

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.

Shamrock Wreath

Seasonal DIY Crafts: St. Patrick’s Day Wreath (In-Person)

Tuesday, March 17, 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 Monday, March 2. 

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, March 2. 

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.

Shamrock Wreath

Seasonal DIY Crafts: St. Patrick’s Day Wreath (In-Person)

Tuesday, March 17, 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 Monday, March 2. 

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, March 2. 

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, March 18, 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. 

Andy Warhol's Campbell's Soup painting

Afternoon Artists: Andy Warhol (In-Person)

Wednesday, March 18, 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 showcase an artist and create works of art in their style.

This month, our focus will be Andy Warhol, and the pop art movement.

Grades K-3

 

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 showcase an artist and create works of art in their style.

This month, our focus will be Andy Warhol, and the pop art movement.

Grades K-3

 

Library Board of Trustees (Library)

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Library Meeting
Age Group:
Adults

This is the monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. The public is welcome to attend.

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

This is the monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. The public is welcome to attend.

Adults and young children shaking eggs at storytime.

Storytime Jamboree (In-Person)

Thursday, March 19, 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.

Alone by Meghan E. Freeman

One More Chapter: Alone (In-Person)

Thursday, March 19, 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 the book, Alone.

Registration Required
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 the book, Alone.

Mary Todd Lincoln

An Evening with Mary Todd Lincoln (In-Person)

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
History
Age Group:
Adults

You are invited to join First Lady Mary Todd Lincoln in the Blue Room on April 4, 1865, while President Lincoln and Tad are at City Point and Robert serves with General Grant pursuing Robert E. Lee.

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

You are invited to join First Lady Mary Todd Lincoln in the Blue Room on April 4, 1865, while President Lincoln and Tad are at City Point and Robert serves with General Grant pursuing Robert E. Lee.

cartoon cat stretching on yoga mat in front of bookshelves

Yoga Storytime (In-Person)

Friday, March 20, 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. 

Onesie

Cricut Maker: Baby Onesie (In-Person)

Friday, March 20, 2026 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 March 2. 

You are welcome to save a seat for yourself plus one guest at that time- just click "add another" when registering, 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 March 2. 

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

Onesie

Cricut Maker: Baby Onesie (In-Person)

Friday, March 20, 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 March 2. 

You are welcome to save a seat for yourself plus one guest at that time.

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 March 2. 

You are welcome to save a seat for yourself plus one guest at that time.

Disclaimer(s)

Program Sessions

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