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CSPL Kit: Corn Husk Doll (Grades K-5)

09/02/2025 @ 9:00am–09/06/2025 @ 5:00pm
Kids, Elementary School
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School
Program Type: Crafts, Make & Take, Science & Technology (STEM)
Event Details:

Take and make a Corn Husk Doll to celebrate the beginning of Fall. 

CSPL Kit: Spider Puppet (Preschool)

09/02/2025 @ 9:00am–09/06/2025 @ 5:00pm
Kids, Preschool
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Kids, Preschool
Program Type: Crafts, Make & Take, Science & Technology (STEM)
Event Details:

Have fun making a creepy crawling spider puppet!

TD3 Innovative Gaming: Minecraft (In-Person)

3:30pm–5:30pm
Middle School
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
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. 

For grades 5-8

Family STEM Time (In-Peron)

2:00pm–4:00pm
Kids, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, Family
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Kids, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, Family
Program Type: Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration Required
Event Details:

Drop in any time between 2 and 4 p.m. to spend some quality family time exploring different STEM concepts with the help of educational toy kits. Work together to learn about magnets, circuits, robots, gears and more! 

Spice of the Month Kit: Green Tomato and Coriander 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. Available while supplies last. Restricted to one per household. 

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: Tear Art Fall Wreath (Preschool)

09/15/2025 @ 9:00am–09/20/2025 @ 5:00pm
Kids, Preschool
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Kids, Preschool
Program Type: Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program, Science & Technology (STEM)
Event Details:

Make a fun fall wreath to celebrate the changing of the seasons!

CSPL Kit: Wind-Powered Car (Grades K-5)

09/15/2025 @ 9:00am–09/20/2025 @ 5:00pm
Kids, Elementary School
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School
Program Type: Crafts, Make & Take, Science & Technology (STEM)
Event Details:

Put your engineering skills to use when you create (and operate) this DIY wind-powered car.

Discover Library Databases, Resources & More (In-Person)

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business & Finances, History, Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore the diverse offerings of library databases available at your fingertips. Whether you’re uncovering new branches of your family tree through genealogy, working on your car or planning to open a business, the library can help.

Cricut Maker: Personalized Keychain (In-Person)

6:00pm–8:00pm
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 September 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.

Play & Learn: Apples (In-Person)

10:00am–12:00pm
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: Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration Required
Event Details:

“Play is the work of childhood.” Join us for playful learning stations to explore apples in a tactile, fun way! For ages 2-6, with caregiver.

Decoupage Pumpkin (In-Person)

12:00pm–1:30pm
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 Tuesday, September 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.

Decoupage Pumpkin (In-Person)

3:00pm–4:30pm
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 Tuesday, September 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.

Decoupage Pumpkin (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 Tuesday, September 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.

Computer Fundamentals: Intro To Computers (In-Person)

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration Required
Event Details:

Students will learn basic computer skills in this seven-week course, meeting in person at the Library weekly on Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. from September 24th through November 5th.

Let's Sew Together: Machine Basics (In-Person)

2:00pm–4:00pm
High School, Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: High School, Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration Required
Event Details:

Registration will open for CSPL cardholders age 16+ on August 25th.

CSPL Kit: Jack-o-Lantern Suncatcher (Preschool)

10/06/2025 @ 9:00am–10/11/2025 @ 5:00pm
Kids, Preschool
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Kids, Preschool
Program Type: Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program, Science & Technology (STEM)
Event Details:

Using contact and tissue paper make a pumpkin suncatcher and leave it up as a decoration for Halloween and Thanksgiving.

CSPL Kit: Monster Bowling (Grades K-5)

10/06/2025 @ 9:00am–10/11/2025 @ 5:00pm
Kids, Elementary School
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School
Program Type: Crafts, Make & Take, Science & Technology (STEM)
Event Details:

Celebrate October fun and games by creating your own monster bowling set.

Spice of the Month Kit: Smoked Lemon Salt (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. Available while supplies last. Restricted to one per household. 

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: Paper Diya (Grades K-5)

10/20/2025 @ 9:00am–10/25/2025 @ 5:00pm
Kids, Elementary School
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School
Program Type: Crafts, Make & Take, Science & Technology (STEM)
Event Details:

In order to celebrate Diwali, we will have supplies to create a paper Diya (a traditional Indian Oil Lamp).

Smartphone Q & A (In-Person)

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring your smartphone and your questions.

Cricut Maker: Personalized Bookmark (In-Person)

1:00pm–3:00pm
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 October 1. 

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.

Play & Learn: Pumpkins (In-Person)

10:00am–12:00pm
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: Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration Required
Event Details:

“Play is the work of childhood.” Join us for playful learning stations to explore pumpkins in a tactile, fun way! For ages 2-6, with caregiver.

Bedazzled Pumpkin (In-Person)

12:00pm–1:30pm
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 Wednesday, October 1. 

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.

Bedazzled Pumpkin (In-Person)

3:00pm–4:30pm
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 Wednesday, October 1. 

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.