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BookTalk: Mascot (Grades 6-8)
2024-11-13 18:30:00 2024-11-13 19:15:00 America/Chicago BookTalk: Mascot (Grades 6-8) Middle schoolers, join in an activity related to a chosen book with a brief book discussion every month! St. Charles Public Library - Miller Haase Community Room

Wednesday, November 13
6:30pm - 7:15pm

Add to Calendar 2024-11-13 18:30:00 2024-11-13 19:15:00 America/Chicago BookTalk: Mascot (Grades 6-8) Middle schoolers, join in an activity related to a chosen book with a brief book discussion every month! St. Charles Public Library - Miller Haase Community Room

St. Charles Public Library

Miller Haase Community Room

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

You don't need to have finished the book in order to participate in this program. Our goal is to expand beyond our reading tastes, meet new friends, and have fun!

In honor of Native American & Alaska Native Heritage Month we'll be focusing on Mascot by Charles Waters and Traci Sorell!

Love it or leave it? Share your thoughts!

The program start with a short discussion about the book, followed by a related activity.

Have ideas for upcoming discussions? Come with ideas!

AGE GROUP: | Middle School |

EVENT TYPE: | Programs |

TAGS: | Book Discussion |

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

Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)
Mon, Nov 04, 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.
Library Board Policy Committee Meeting
Mon, Nov 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Bisbee Conference Room
Meeting
Autumn Sunset Embroidery Cookies
Mon, Nov 04, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Huntley Community Room
Let's leap into Fall!
Registration is now closed
ADA Community Session - Library Accessibility Audit
Mon, Nov 04, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Miller Haase Community Room
You're Invited!
Registration is now closed
My First Storytime (0-23 Months with Caregiver)
Mon, Nov 04, 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. 
ADA Community Session - Library Accessibility Audit
Mon, Nov 04, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Huntley Community Room
You're Invited!
DiNovember Dino Disco Party (Families)
Tue, Nov 05, 9:30am - 4:00pm
Helen Gale Story Room,Terrace Garden
Stop by for some fun activities, dancing and possible dinosaur sightings throughout the day!
My First Storytime (0-23 Months with Caregiver)
Tue, Nov 05, 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)
Tue, Nov 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Miller Haase Community Room
Interactive story time for children and their parents/caregivers! Please only register your child.
Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)
Tue, Nov 05, 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 06, 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 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Miller Haase Community Room
Interactive story time for children and their parents/caregivers! Please only register your child.
Kiddieland Remembered
Wed, Nov 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Huntley Community Room
From 1929 to 2009, Kiddieland in Melrose Park was Chicago’s favorite and one of the last family-owned amusement parks in the country.
Make and Play Puppets (Grades K-2)
Wed, Nov 06, 4:15pm - 4:45pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Join us to create a paper puppet! Once the puppets are completed we will continue the fun with songs and plays. Space is limited. 
LEGO Club (Grades K-8)
Wed, Nov 06, 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!
Classic Movies at the Library - A Matter of Life and Death (1946)
Wed, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Huntley Community Room
Join us for a monthly film on the big screen! This month's film is A Matter of Life and Death (1946).
Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)
Thu, Nov 07, 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.
Making the Most of Social Security -
Thu, Nov 07, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Huntley Community Room
Stacy Bromann, of the Dala Group, will provide details on the various filing strategies available to single individuals, married couples, divorced individuals, and widows.
Yarn Tales Book & Craft Club - The Miniaturist by Jessie Burton
Thu, Nov 07, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
Drop in! Let's craft & chat! Pick up your copy of "The Miniaturist" by Jessie Burton, one month before the discussion date.
Family Book Tasting (Families)
Thu, Nov 07, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Stop by for a snack and a quick “taste” of the featured book as our librarian reads aloud the first few chapters. If you like it, make sure to take home a copy to continue the reading fun at home!
Dino Footprint Fun (Ages 2-3 with Caregiver)
Fri, Nov 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Miller Haase Community Room
Have a ROARing good time with us making dinosaur footprint art. Dress for mess!
Friday Fun: Dominoes (Grades K-5)
Fri, Nov 08, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Build your own domino tracks and design!
Ramen Noodle Tasting (Grades 9-12)
Fri, Nov 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
Cheese, Carbonara, or Habanero Lime? Try different Ramen flavors while we watch food focused anime.
Rescheduled
Friday Fun: Dominoes (Grades K-5)
Fri, Nov 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
New date Friday, November 08, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Build your own domino tracks and design!
St. Charles Writers Group
Sat, Nov 09, 9:15am - 12:15pm
Carnegie Community Room
The St. Charles Writers Group is a workshop for novice or experienced writers that meets twice a month.
The Art of Weaving
Sat, Nov 09, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Huntley Community Room
Meet with members of the Illinois Prairie Weavers Guild, see several different kinds of looms, and try hand-weaving with experienced weavers! All ages and abilities are welcome to stop by.
Lit Loot (Grades 4-8)
Sun, Nov 10, All day
Lobby
Keep the loot! Return the book! Help us be green! Please return your Lit Loot box, with items removed, to the Youth Services desk for a sticker.
Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)
Mon, Nov 11, 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.
My First Storytime (0-23 Months with Caregiver)
Mon, Nov 11, 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 12, 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. 
Second Tuesday Book Discussion - Piglet by Lottie Hazell
Tue, Nov 12, 10:00am - 11:30am
Carnegie Community Room
The Library offers two meeting times for the Second Tuesday book club: Mornings at 10:00 a.m. and Evenings at 7:00 p.m. This month's title is Piglet by Lottie Hazell.
2 & 3 Year Old Storytime (with Caregiver)
Tue, Nov 12, 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
Tue, Nov 12, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Carnegie Community Room
Come play and sing along with us! Bring your own ukulele (soprano, concert, or tenor).
Custom Claw Clips! (Grades 9-12)
Tue, Nov 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
The Loft
Grab your emotional support claw clip or pick up a new one during the hour! Then customize your claw clip with a variety of beads and charms.
Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)
Tue, Nov 12, 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.
Second Tuesday Book Discussion - Piglet by Lottie Hazell
Tue, Nov 12, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Bisbee Conference Room
The Library offers two meeting times for the Second Tuesday book club: Mornings at 10:00 a.m. and Evenings at 7:00 p.m. This month's title is Piglet by Lottie Hazell.
Share Photos Online - Presented by Mike Gershbein from VSP
Tue, Nov 12, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Carnegie Community Room
Apple Photos, Google Photos, and Flickr. Which one is right for you?
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.
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.
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. 
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