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Library Closing for Father's Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Carol Stream Public Library
Description:

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

Spice of the Month Kit: Pickled Jalapeno Popcorn Seasoning (Adults)

All Day
Adults
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking, Make & Take, Passive Program, Science & Technology (STEM)
Event Details:

Spice of the Month kits will be available at the Adult Services Desk on a first come, first served basis starting on the third Monday of each month. Supplies are limited, so please request one per household, and no advanced requests can be taken.

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.

CSPL Kit: Dino Boat (Grades K-5)

06/16/2025 @ 9:00am - 06/21/2025 @ 5:00pm
Kids, Elementary School
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School
Program Type: Make & Take
Event Details:

Help your dino get across the ocean on a noodle boat made by you! Make sure he doesn't sink as he sails away using STEM ideas! 

CSPL Kit: Magnetic Caterpillar Clip (Preschool)

06/16/2025 @ 9:00am - 06/21/2025 @ 5:00pm
Kids, Preschool
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Kids, Preschool
Program Type: Make & Take
Event Details:

Have fun creating these colorful caterpillar magnetic clothespin keepers. They're great for pinning up kids art and reminders.

Storytime for Little Ones (In-Person)

9:30am - 10:15am
Kids, Babies and Toddlers
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

We will share wonderful stories, songs and rhymes for our smallest friends. An opportunity for free play and discussion will follow the storytime. 

DIY Drive-In Movie (In-Person, Ages 3-6)

11:00am - 12:00pm
Kids, Preschool, Elementary School
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Beep beep! Drive on into the Library to decorate your very own cardboard box convertible, then settle in to watch a short movie with us.

For ages 3-6.

DIY Drive-In Movie: Cars (In-Person, Grades 2-5)

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Kids, Elementary School
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Pit stop! Drive on into the Library to decorate your very own cardboard box race car as you watch the Disney movie Cars.

For grades 2-5.

Pages Through the Ages Book Club: Before the Coffee Gets Cold (In-Person)

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, EDI, History, Reading programs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come and join our Book Club’s tour through time. This month we will be reading Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi. Ask for a copy of the book at the Adult Reference Desk.

Storytime for Little Ones (In-Person)

9:30am - 10:15am
Kids, Babies and Toddlers
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.

Fancy Feet (In-Person)

10:00am - 10:30am
Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool
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.

Beginner Chess Club (In-Person)

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Elementary School, Teens, Middle School
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Teens, Middle School
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all chess-letes!

Summer chess is back at the Library! Join us for this seven-week session as Mr. Steve teaches the basics of chess, and provides open play time for those eager to try out their new-found knowledge.

Social Services Hours (In-Person)

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults, Family, Everyone
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Study Room B
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Outreach
Event Details:

Drop-in and meet your local social worker and connect with services that meet your needs. Learn what is available to residents.

Tournament Chess (In-Person)

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Elementary School, Teens, Middle School
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Teens, Middle School
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Summer chess is back and in-person!

During the seven-week session, students will compete with each other to determine who will represent Carol Stream at the inter-library chess tournament at the end of the summer.

Library Board of Trustees (Library)

7:00pm - 9:00pm
Everyone
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Library Meeting
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Storytime Jamboree (In-Person)

10:00am - 10:30am
Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
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:

Get ready for an all-ages storytime featuring stories, music and movement. For families with children ages birth to six.

Decorate a Water Bottle (In-Person)

10:00am - 11:30am
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Home & Garden, Make & Take, Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration Required
Event Details:

Registration will open for CSPL cardholders age 16+ on June 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.

Decorate a Water Bottle (In-Person)

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Home & Garden, Make & Take, Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration Required
Event Details:

Registration will open for CSPL cardholders age 16+ on June 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.

Decorate a Water Bottle (In-Person)

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Home & Garden, Make & Take, Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration Required
Event Details:

Registration will open for CSPL cardholders age 16+ on June 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.

Tanya and Friends Musical Ensemble (In-Person)

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kids, Everyone
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Everyone
Program Type: EDI, Entertainment, History, Parties & Celebrations
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Freedom Day, 2025 with songstress Tanya Egler and Friends, a soulful musical ensemble. Bring the whole family to this day of recognition, restoration and celebration!

Yoga Storytime (In-Person)

10:00am - 10:30am
Kids, Preschool, Elementary School
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 that pairs gentle movement with themed and social-emotional learning books and active songs. For ages 3-6, with caregiver. 

Kids Yoga (In-Person)

11:00am - 11:45am
Kids, Elementary School
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Yoga's a great way to experience movement and relaxation at your own pace, so join us for themed kids poses, active games and breathing and mindfulness breaks. For grades 1-5.

Donuts and Dice (In-Person)

10:30am - 12:30pm
Teens, Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games, Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Relax with coffee, donuts and a game! We will be playing Hibachi in June and July with a free play day in August.

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.

Lectura familiar en español (En español, En persona)

11:00am - 11:45am
Kids, Family
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Family
Program Type: Crafts, EDI, 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.

Around the World Storytime with Snacks (In-Person)

11:00am - 11:45am
Kids, Preschool, Elementary School
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:

Join us for a special storytime to enjoy picture books from around the world with accompanying snacks from the book's country of origin.

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.