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Hands-on Learning: Gardens (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:

We’ll have playful learning stations for child and caregiver to explore this month's topic--gardens--in a tactile, fun way! For ages 2-6, with caregiver. 

Drop in anytime from 10:00-12:00 to play and learn with your child.

Decoupage Napkins on Glass (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 Thursday May 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.

Decoupage Napkins on Glass (In-Person)

6:30pm - 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 Thursday May 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.

Computer Fundamentals: Learning Windows

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

Thank you for your interest in our program! Registration for this session is now closed. However, we encourage you to check back for future offerings, as we will look to offer this program again in the future.

LEGO Club (In-Person)

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Kids, Family
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Kids, Family
Program Type: Passive Program, Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring your friends and family for a great time constructing all of your LEGO ideas. 

Registration is Encouraged NOT required so drop-ins are welcome.

 

DuPage Garden Club: Native Pollinators (In-Person)

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Home & Garden, Outreach, Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration Required
Event Details:

Honey bees tend to get a majority of the attention when it comes to pollination, but many insects play an essential role.

AARP's Smart DriverTek Workshop (In-Person)

10:00am - 11:30am
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:

AARP's instructors will guide us through a 90-minute workshop to learn all about the latest high-tech safety features in your current car and what technology to look for when shopping for a new car.

Car Maintenance 101 (In-Person)

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Home & Garden, Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ever wondered when it's time to change the oil in your car, or what that warning light really means? Join us for a presentation on basic car maintenance and learn how to keep your car in good running condition through the different seasons.

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.

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.

Setting Up Your Google Business Profile (Online)

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Zoom (Adult and Teen programs)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business & Finances, Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration Required
Event Details:

Showing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. Ensure customers can find accurate, updated information about your local business on Google Search and Google Maps, no matter which device they use.

Hands-on Learning: Colors (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:

We’ll have playful learning stations for child and caregiver to explore this month's topic--colors--in a tactile, fun way! For ages 2-6, with caregiver. 

Drop in anytime from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. to play and learn with your child.

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.
 

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!

Family STEM Time (In-Person)

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 2-4 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! 

Explorando CTIM: Terremoto en la biblióteca (En Español, En persona)

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Elementary School, Middle School
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle 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.

Spice of the Month Kit: Hot Paprika (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: Galaxy Chalk Pastel Art (Preschool)

07/21/2025 @ 9:00am - 07/26/2025 @ 5:00pm
Preschool
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program, Science & Technology (STEM)
Event Details:

Celebrate Space Exploration by creating your own pastel chalk galaxy! 

Rain Boot Planter (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 July 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.

Rain Boot Planter (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 July 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.

Rain Boot Planter (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 July 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.