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The Mobile Game Show Experience (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, Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

The company that brought you Mobile Room Escape is returning to the Library in this one-hour family program to test your game show skills. Work as a team as you answer trivia, play the Friendly Feud, and spin the Whirl of Riches!

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

Summer Volunteer Program (In-Person)

10:00am–12:00pm
High School
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Discovery Room
Age Group: High School
Program Type: Crafts, Outreach
Registration Required
Event Details:

Looking for a fun and rewarding way to spend your summer? Boost your college applications while you make new friends, and give back to your community by joining the Carol Stream Public Library Summer Volunteer Program!

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.

Take & Make: Japanese Wind Chime (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.

Take & Make: Red, White & Blue Glasses (Adult)

All Day
Adults
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program
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 adult patron. 

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.

Social Services Hours (Bi-lingual, In-Person)

10:00am–12:00pm
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.

Summer Volunteer Program (In-Person)

10:00am–12:00pm
High School
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: High School
Program Type: Crafts, Outreach
Registration Required
Event Details:

Looking for a fun and rewarding way to spend your summer? Boost your college applications while you make new friends, and give back to your community by joining the Carol Stream Public Library Summer Volunteer Program!

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.

Terrific 2s and 3s (In-Person)

9:30am–10:00am
Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Horizon Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready to shake, rattle and read! We'll enjoy rhythmic stories and songs that may cause some bouncing of your own! Let's shake those wiggles out!

Preschool Pals (In-Person)

10:30am–11:00am
Kids, Preschool
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. 

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:

An all-ages, lively storytime featuring books, music, movement, and more! For families with children ages birth to six.

Library Closing for the Fourth of July

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Carol Stream Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed all day in observance of the Fourth of July.

Diamond Painting (In-Person)

12:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a cozy and fulfilling session where you can relax, unwind, express yourself and connect with others! This month we will be creating double-sided hummingbird-themed suncatchers!

QTY LIMIT: One per attendee. 12 hummingbirds.

Volunteer Craft Kit for Teens

All Day
Teens
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Outreach, Passive Program
Event Details:

Get creative and give back to the community! Pick up a Volunteer Craft Kit starting on the first Monday of each month. Complete the crafts and return the kit by the end of the month to receive one hour of community service credit.

CSPL Kit: Foil Painted Campfire (Preschool)

07/07/2025 @ 9:00am–07/12/2025 @ 5:00pm
Preschool
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program, Science & Technology (STEM)
Event Details:

Everyone enjoys a nice summer night by the campfire! Paint one yourself and learn a little bit about mixing colors, too!

CSPL Kit: Rotating Star Wheel (Grades K-5)

07/07/2025 @ 9:00am–07/12/2025 @ 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:

Track your favorite constellations at any time and day of the year by putting together this easy-to-make rotating star chart.
 

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

Summer Volunteer Program (In-Person)

10:00am–12:00pm
High School
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Discovery Room
Age Group: High School
Program Type: Crafts, Outreach
Registration Required
Event Details:

Looking for a fun and rewarding way to spend your summer? Boost your college applications while you make new friends, and give back to your community by joining the Carol Stream Public Library Summer Volunteer Program!

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.

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.

Summer Volunteer Program (In-Person)

10:00am–12:00pm
High School
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: High School
Program Type: Crafts, Outreach
Registration Required
Event Details:

Looking for a fun and rewarding way to spend your summer? Boost your college applications while you make new friends, and give back to your community by joining the Carol Stream Public Library Summer Volunteer Program!

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.

Explorando CTIM: Ciencia del verano (En Español, En persona)

2:00pm–2:45pm
Kids, Elementary School
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Horizon Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School
Program Type: Science & Technology (STEM), En español
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

¡Únete a nosotros para realizar diversas actividades científicas relacionadas con el verano!

Terrific 2s and 3s (In-Person)

9:30am–10:00am
Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Horizon Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready to shake, rattle and read! We'll enjoy rhythmic stories and songs that may cause some bouncing of your own! Let's shake those wiggles out!

Preschool Pals (In-Person)

10:30am–11:00am
Kids, Preschool
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. 

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.