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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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

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.

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, 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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

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.

This event is in the "Middle School" group

After School Art (In-Person)

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Horizon Room 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: Horizon Room
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

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Donuts & Dice (In-Person)

Saturday, March 21, 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 free play in May. There will be a variety of board games on hand from classics to newest favorites. Instruction, games and snacks will be provided. 

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 free play in May. 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.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group

Middle School Meetup: Video Games (In-Person)

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Horizon Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School

Bring your friends to this weekly hangout featuring a different activity at each meetup! No registration required.

No Registration Required! 

Grades: 6-8 

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Horizon Room
Age Group: Teens, Middle School
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Bring your friends to this weekly hangout featuring a different activity at each meetup! No registration required.

No Registration Required! 

Grades: 6-8 

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: Shapes (In-Person)

Tuesday, March 24, 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 shapes in a tactile, fun way! For ages 2-6, with caregiver.

Registration Required
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 shapes 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: ¡Series Finale Fiesta! (In-Person)

Tuesday, March 24, 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.

Registration Required
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.

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

Fancy Feet (In-Person)

Wednesday, March 25, 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.

Registration Required
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 "Middle School" group

Junta juvenil (En español, En persona)

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Middle School Area at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Games, En español
Age Group:
Middle School

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: Middle School Area
Age Group: Middle School
Program Type: Games, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Cardio Toning Class (In-Person)

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Get moving and sculpt your body in this dynamic dance-fitness class! Combining cardio with resistance training, you’ll tone and strengthen muscles using 1 lb. toning sticks to focus on key areas. Sticks are provided.

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

Get moving and sculpt your body in this dynamic dance-fitness class! Combining cardio with resistance training, you’ll tone and strengthen muscles using 1 lb. toning sticks to focus on key areas. Sticks are provided.

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, March 27, 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!

Registration Required
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

Encuentro bilingüe (Bilingual, En persona)

Saturday, March 28, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Mug Sublimation Workshop: Name Design (In-Person)

Monday, March 30, 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 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.

This event is in the "Middle School" group

TD3 Innovative Gaming: Minecraft (In-Person)

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Horizon Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Middle School

TD3 Innovative Gaming will be returning to the Library to host two hours of Minecraft activities and games! No existing account required, and laptops will be provided. 

Grades 5-8

Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Horizon Room
Age Group: Middle School
Program Type: Entertainment, Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration Required
Event Details:

TD3 Innovative Gaming will be returning to the Library to host two hours of Minecraft activities and games! No existing account required, and laptops will be provided. 

Grades 5-8

This event is in the "Adults" group

Mug Sublimation Workshop: Name Design (In-Person)

Monday, March 30, 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 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Financial Strategies for Uncertain Times (In-Person)

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Business & Finances
Age Group:
Adults

Whether you’re currently facing financial challenges or want to prepare for potential difficulties, join us to learn:

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

Whether you’re currently facing financial challenges or want to prepare for potential difficulties, join us to learn:

This event is in the "Adults" group

Understanding Home Equity (In-Person)

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Business & Finances
Age Group:
Adults

Join the library for an informative and easy-to-understand seminar designed to help homeowners make confident, strategic decisions with their home equity.

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

Join the library for an informative and easy-to-understand seminar designed to help homeowners make confident, strategic decisions with their home equity.

This event is in the "High School" group

Take & Make: Blackout Poetry (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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Take & Make: Yarn Egg (Adults)

All Day
Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Take & Make kits will be available at the Adult Services Desk on a first come, first served basis starting on April 1st. Supplies are limited, so please help yourself to one per adult patron. 

Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Event Details:

Take & Make kits will be available at the Adult Services Desk on a first come, first served basis starting on April 1st. Supplies are limited, so please help yourself to one per adult patron. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Lunch with Abraham Lincoln (Adults, In-Person)

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Combined Meeting Room at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
History
Age Group:
Adults

You're invited back in time to have lunch with Abraham Lincoln! Bring your questions for the President and your appetite for this unique lunch-and-learn experience. All provided by the Library.

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

You're invited back in time to have lunch with Abraham Lincoln! Bring your questions for the President and your appetite for this unique lunch-and-learn experience. All provided by the Library.

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 "Family" group

Spring Break Family STEM Time (In-Person)

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Create & Learn Center at Carol Stream Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Technology (STEM)
Age Group:
Kids, Family

Drop in and spend quality family time exploring different STEM concepts. Work together with family and friends using Library supplied kits to learn about electricity, magnets, circuits, engineering, robots and gears.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Kids, Family
Program Type: Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration Required
Event Details:

Drop in and spend quality family time exploring different STEM concepts. Work together with family and friends using Library supplied kits to learn about electricity, magnets, circuits, engineering, robots and gears.