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My First Storytime (0-23 Months with Caregiver)
2024-11-19 09:30:00 2024-11-19 10:00:00 America/Chicago My First Storytime (0-23 Months with Caregiver) Connect with your baby for an interactive and engaging story time session full of songs, rhymes and stories! Please register baby only.  St. Charles Public Library - Miller Haase Community Room

Tuesday, November 19
9:30am - 10:00am

Add to Calendar 2024-11-19 09:30:00 2024-11-19 10:00:00 America/Chicago My First Storytime (0-23 Months with Caregiver) Connect with your baby for an interactive and engaging story time session full of songs, rhymes and stories! Please register baby only.  St. Charles Public Library - Miller Haase Community Room

St. Charles Public Library

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. 

If you are unable to attend an event, please cancel your registration so that a patron from the wait list can join the event.

This program requires a St. Charles Public Library card to register before October 15.

 

AGE GROUP: | Young Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime |

TAGS: | Early Literacy |

St. Charles Public Library
Phone: 630-584-0076 x1
Fax: 630-584-9262
Hours

St. Charles Public Library
scpld.org

MON-THU 9 A.M.-9 P.M.
FRI 9 A.M.-8 P.M.
SAT 9 A.M. - 5 P.M.
SUN 12 P.M.-5 P.M.
 

 
Address
One South 6th Avenue
St. Charles, IL 60174
Tel: 630-584-0076 x1
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
It's time for a free photoshoot! Grab your best friends and your best matching outfits! Register a contact for your group and indicate how many people will attend. Groups size limited to 1-5 people.
This event is full
Friendsgiving Awkward Photoshoot (Grades 6-8) - #jcpennyportraits
Mon, Nov 25, 1:20pm - 1:35pm
Miller Haase Community Room
It's time for a free photoshoot! Grab your best friends and your best matching outfits! Register a contact for your group and indicate how many people will attend. Groups size limited to 1-5 people.
This event is full
Friendsgiving Awkward Photoshoot (Grades 6-8) - #jcpennyportraits
Mon, Nov 25, 1:40pm - 1:55pm
Miller Haase Community Room
It's time for a free photoshoot! Grab your best friends and your best matching outfits! Register a contact for your group and indicate how many people will attend. Groups size limited to 1-5 people.
Friendsgiving Awkward Photoshoot (Grades 6-8) - #jcpennyportraits
Mon, Nov 25, 2:00pm - 2:15pm
Miller Haase Community Room
It's time for a free photoshoot! Grab your best friends and your best matching outfits! Register a contact for your group and indicate how many people will attend. Groups size limited to 1-5 people.
This event is full
Friendsgiving Awkward Photoshoot (Grades 6-8) - #jcpennyportraits
Mon, Nov 25, 2:20pm - 2:35pm
Miller Haase Community Room
It's time for a free photoshoot! Grab your best friends and your best matching outfits! Register a contact for your group and indicate how many people will attend. Groups size limited to 1-5 people.
This event is full
Friendsgiving Awkward Photoshoot (Grades 6-8) - #jcpennyportraits
Mon, Nov 25, 2:40pm - 2:55pm
Miller Haase Community Room
It's time for a free photoshoot! Grab your best friends and your best matching outfits! Register a contact for your group and indicate how many people will attend. Groups size limited to 1-5 people.
This event is full
Books We Love Shelf!
Tue, Nov 26, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Come by and decorate a book spine for your favorite book! When you’re done, hang it up on our shelf and help our collection of favorite books grow!
Dewey Dishes Cookbook Club - The Complete Autumn and Winter Cookbook
Tue, Nov 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Huntley Community Room
Each month, experience new recipes, sample delicious foods and discover cookbooks with our Cookbook Club. This month's title is The Complete Autumn and Winter Cookbook by America's Test Kitchen.
This event is full
Giant Coloring (Families)
Wed, Nov 27, 9:30am - 4:00pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Come color with us on giant paper! Stop by anytime between 12:00 – 4:00.
Library Early Closure - Thanksgiving Eve
Wed, Nov 27, 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Library Early Closure
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