Name: 1:17 at The Loft (Grades 9-12)
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1:17 at The Loft (Grades 9-12)

2024-11-20 13:17:00 2024-11-20 15:00:00 America/Chicago 1:17 at The Loft (Grades 9-12) Craft, game, or hang in The Loft after an Early Release Wednesday. St. Charles Public Library - The Loft

Wednesday, November 20
1:17pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-11-20 13:17:00 2024-11-20 15:00:00 America/Chicago 1:17 at The Loft (Grades 9-12) Craft, game, or hang in The Loft after an Early Release Wednesday. St. Charles Public Library - The Loft

St. Charles Public Library

The Loft

Craft, game, or hang in The Loft after an Early Release Wednesday.

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St. Charles Public Library

Hours

About the branch

The award-winning St. Charles Public Library District is located in the scenic Fox River Valley, 35 miles west of Chicago. The Library serves a district population of 55,092 residents and has a staff of 101. The St. Charles Public Library is an equal opportunity employer.

Upcoming Events

My First Storytime (0-23 Months with Caregiver)

Wed, Nov 13, 9:30am - 10:00am

Miller Haase Community Room

Connect with your baby for an interactive and engaging story time session full of songs, rhymes and stories! Please register baby only.

2 & 3 Year Old Storytime (with Caregiver)

Wed, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:00am

Miller Haase Community Room

Interactive story time for children and their parents/caregivers! Please only register your child.

Stories at the Nature Center (Families)

Wed, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:00am

Children are invited to hear stories at the Creek Bend Nature Center at LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve.

Alzheimer's Workshop for Caregivers - Lunch and Learn

Wed, Nov 13, 11:00am - 1:15pm

Carnegie Community Room

Join fellow caregivers for a brief respite: learn more about behavioral and financial considerations associated with Alzheimer's, and enjoy a light lunch between the two presentations.

LEGO Club (Grades K-8)

Wed, Nov 13, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Helen Gale Story Room

Drop by the Library and build with LEGO. Each Wednesday we will have a different LEGO challenge you can try, or build whatever you want!

BookTalk: Mascot (Grades 6-8)

Wed, Nov 13, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Miller Haase Community Room

Middle schoolers, join in an activity related to a chosen book with a brief book discussion every month!

Cancelled

Library Board Meeting

Wed, Nov 13, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Facilities Committee Meeting and Regular Monthly Library Board Meeting

Library Board Meeting

Wed, Nov 13, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Carnegie Community Room

Regular Monthly Library Board Meeting

Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)

Thu, Nov 14, 10:00am - 10:30am

Miller Haase Community Room

This program is filled with stories, music and movement! Each week focuses on a new theme. Space is limited.

Intergovernmental Group Meeting

Thu, Nov 14, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Miller Haase Community Room

meeting

Alternative Work Schedule Meeting

Thu, Nov 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Bisbee Conference Room

Meeting

No Body, No Crime - YA Book Club (Grades 9-12) - Such Charming Liars by Karen M. McManus

Thu, Nov 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Study Room 5

Meet up on the 2nd Thursday of the month for a YA book club focused on murders and mysteries. This month's title: Such Charming Liars by Karen M. McManus.

Explore the Bluestem Titles (Grades 3-5)

Thu, Nov 14, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Miller Haase Community Room

Come explore some of the 2025 Bluestem Nominated titles. We will sample some books and do an activity related to one of the books. Register online. Space is limited.

Baby Dino Builders (Ages 0-23 Months with Caregiver)

Thu, Nov 14, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Helen Gale Story Room

Babies and caregivers, drop in for an evening playdate! Learn new songs, explore, and play.

Baby's First Painting (0-23 Months)

Fri, Nov 15, 9:30am - 10:00am

Helen Gale Story Room

You are the painter; we provide the canvas and the paint! Dress for mess.

This event is full

Pasta Art! (Ages 3-5 with Caregiver)

Fri, Nov 15, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Miller Haase Community Room

Join us as we create art using pasta, markers, glue and more!

Favorite Character's Club: Owl Diaries (Grades K-5)

Fri, Nov 15, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Helen Gale Story Room

Attention all Owl Diaries fans! Drop by anytime between 4pm- 6pm for a special event dedicated to all things Owl Diaries.

Rescheduled

Favorite Character's Club: Owl Diaries (Grades K-5)

Fri, Nov 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

New date Friday, November 15, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Attention all Owl Diaries fans! Drop by anytime between 4pm- 6pm for a special event dedicated to all things Owl Diaries.

Pretend Pizza Party (Ages 0-5 with Caregiver)

Sun, Nov 17, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Helen Gale Story Room

Do you love pizza as much as we do? Stop by the Library to create your own pretend pizza and do some fun pizza activities.

Puzzle Race - Team Registration (All Ages)

Sun, Nov 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Huntley Community Room A

Racing against other teams, you’ll have two hours to complete a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle. Register as a team of 4-5 participants.

Puzzle Race - Individual Registration (All Ages)

Sun, Nov 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Huntley Community Room B

Racing against other teams, you’ll have two hours to complete a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle. Register as an individual and we will assign you a team the day of the race.

Sunday Concert: Elgin Symphony Orchestra Woodwind Trio

Sun, Nov 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Carnegie Community Room

The St. Charles Public Library is pleased to continue our community partnership with the Elgin Symphony Orchestra (ESO). This concert will feature Scott Metlicka, Joshua Fleming, and Patrick Rehker.

Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)

Mon, Nov 18, 10:00am - 10:30am

Miller Haase Community Room

This program is filled with stories, music and movement! Each week focuses on a new theme. Space is limited.

Genealogy Research at the Library - Mornings

Mon, Nov 18, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Computer Lab

Do you need a few quiet hours to work on your family tree? Are you looking for help breaking down a brick wall?

Cancelled

One-to-One Resume Review - with a Career Coach from workNet Batavia

Mon, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Meet with a workNet Batavia Career Coach for a one-to-one review of your resume.

Mini Pipe Cleaner Sculptures (Grades 3-5)

Mon, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Helen Gale Story Room

Drop by during the hour and learn how to make cool mini pipe cleaner sculptures you can take home. Patterns and examples will be available!

Cancelled

One-to-One Resume Review - with a Career Coach from workNet Batavia

Mon, Nov 18, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

Meet with a workNet Batavia Career Coach for a one-to-one review of your resume.

Cancelled

One-to-One Resume Review - with a Career Coach from workNet Batavia

Mon, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Meet with a workNet Batavia Career Coach for a one-to-one review of your resume.

My First Storytime (0-23 Months with Caregiver)

Mon, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Miller Haase Community Room

Connect with your baby for an interactive and engaging story time session full of songs, rhymes and stories! Please register baby only.

My First Storytime (0-23 Months with Caregiver)

Tue, Nov 19, 9:30am - 10:00am

Miller Haase Community Room

Connect with your baby for an interactive and engaging story time session full of songs, rhymes and stories! Please register baby only.

This event is full

2 & 3 Year Old Storytime (with Caregiver)

Tue, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:00am

Miller Haase Community Room

Interactive story time for children and their parents/caregivers! Please only register your child.

This event is full

Lottery, Trustee Candidates, 4/1/25 Consolidated Election

Tue, Nov 19, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Bisbee Conference Room

Meeting

Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)

Tue, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Miller Haase Community Room

This program is filled with stories, music and movement! Each week focuses on a new theme. Space is limited.

My First Storytime (0-23 Months with Caregiver)

Wed, Nov 20, 9:30am - 10:00am

Miller Haase Community Room

Connect with your baby for an interactive and engaging story time session full of songs, rhymes and stories! Please register baby only.

This event is full

2 & 3 Year Old Storytime (with Caregiver)

Wed, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:00am

Miller Haase Community Room

Interactive story time for children and their parents/caregivers! Please only register your child.

Ukulele Playing, Singing and Teaching-No Experience Needed

Wed, Nov 20, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Huntley Community Room

Come play and sing along with us! Bring your own ukulele (soprano, concert, or tenor).

1:17 at The Loft (Grades 9-12)

Wed, Nov 20, 1:17pm - 3:00pm

The Loft

Craft, game, or hang in The Loft after an Early Release Wednesday.

LEGO Club (Grades K-8)

Wed, Nov 20, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Helen Gale Story Room

Drop by the Library and build with LEGO. Each Wednesday we will have a different LEGO challenge you can try, or build whatever you want!

Middle School Mindfulness and Meditation (Grades 6-8)

Wed, Nov 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Carnegie Community Room

Middle schoolers, school is stressful! Learn some self-care tips for keeping it all together while you’re at home or school!

Board Game Night

Wed, Nov 20, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Huntley Community Room

Join us to play games like Settlers of Catan, Ticket to Ride, and other modern games.

Holiday Brunch - Classroom Kitchen Seasonal Series via Zoom

Wed, Nov 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Elevate your brunch game and learn how to create comforting classics infused with the flavors of the season. We'll explore a delightful array of seasonal dishes perfect for the brunch table.

Holiday Tips and Tricks with Chef Art Smith - Illinois Libraries Present

Wed, Nov 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Join Chef Art Smith to learn about his culinary journey and bring some culinary inspiration into your holiday season. Register

Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)

Thu, Nov 21, 10:00am - 10:30am

Miller Haase Community Room

This program is filled with stories, music and movement! Each week focuses on a new theme. Space is limited.

Genealogy Research at the Library - Afternoons

Thu, Nov 21, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Computer Lab

Do you need a few quiet hours to work on your family tree? Are you looking for help breaking down a brick wall?

Book Bash: Dinosaur That Pooped a Planet (Grades K-2)

Thu, Nov 21, 5:30pm - 6:15pm

Helen Gale Story Room

Come to a Dinosaur Book Bash! Join us for reading, activities, snacks, and laughs. You don't need to read the book before you get here and you will leave with more ideas of what to read.

Illinois Reads Family Reading Night (Families)

Thu, Nov 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Miller Haase Community Room

Put on your jammies, grab a blanket and come join us for story time! We will snuggle in to enjoy some of the IReads titles.

Great Decisions

Thu, Nov 21, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Bisbee Conference Room

Great Decisions is America’s largest discussion program on world affairs. November's topic is "High Seas Treaty."

Forever Young Adult Book Club - The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea by Axie Oh

Thu, Nov 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Carnegie Community Room

A club for adults to read and discuss popular YA titles. This month's title is The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea by Axie Oh.

Open Mic Night (Grades 9-12)

Fri, Nov 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Carnegie Community Room

Show off your music, poetry, or other talents! You do not have to register to attend, only to perform. This is a teens only event.

St. Charles Writers Group

Sat, Nov 23, 9:15am - 12:15pm

Huntley Community Room

The St. Charles Writers Group is a workshop for novice or experienced writers that meets twice a month.

Dinovember LEGO Play (Families)

Sat, Nov 23, 9:30am - 4:00pm

Helen Gale Story Room

Drop in anytime between 9:30am-4pm to celebrate Dinovember! Take a trip back millions of years. Play with dinosaurs and create a thrilling Jurassic world with our colorful LEGO building blocks.

T-Rexplorers: Dinosaur Discovery (Families)

Sat, Nov 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Huntley Community Room

Get kids excited about science and nature! Meet Ranger the T-Rex outside the Library at 1:45 p.m.

Dino Building Stations

Mon, Nov 25, 9:00am - 4:00pm

Helen Gale Story Room

The dinosaurs have escaped! Drop by and build new dinosaur habitats to keep them in. Keva planks and blocks will be out for you to design and build your own Jurassic Park.

Friendsgiving Awkward Photoshoot (Grades 6-8) - #jcpennyportraits

Mon, Nov 25, 1:00pm - 1:15pm

Miller Haase Community Room