Sweet Treats with Chef Maddox (Gr. 3-8)

Craft of the Month - Acrylic Bookmark

Thu, Jan 09, 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.

Thu, Jan 09, 10:00am - 11:30am

Computer Lab,STC Creative

Design and cut snowflakes out of foil board using the Cricut machine and turn them into stickers with the Xyron Creative Station to decorate a bookmark on clear acrylic.

This event is full

Homeschool Hangout (Ages 5-12 with Caregivers)

Thu, Jan 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Miller Haase Community Room

Come hang out with other homeschool families. Activities for ages Pre-K through 8th grade.

No Body, No Crime - YA Book Club (Grades 9-12) - -Everyone’s Thinking It by Aleema Omoton

Thu, Jan 09, 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: Everyone’s Thinking It by Aleema Omoton.

Book Bash - The Bad Seed (Grades K-2)

Thu, Jan 09, 5:30pm - 6:15pm

Miller Haase Community Room

You're invited to a Book Bash! Join us for reading, crafts, and snacks while we read The Bad Seed by Jory John.

Black Light Painting & Punch Tasting - Teens(14+) & Adults Program

Thu, Jan 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Huntley Community Room

Grab a friend or family and together enjoy a night of neon fun!

Chicago Pizza: Past, Present & Future with Steve Dolinsky - Illinois Libraries Present

Thu, Jan 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Illinois Libraries Present Steve Dolinsky, well-known Food Guy reporter at NBC 5 (Chicago) and James Beard Award winner for his TV, radio, and podcast work. Register

Friday Fun (K-5) - Big Blue Blocks

Fri, Jan 10, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Helen Gale Story Room

Put your building skills to the test with the library’s Big Blue Blocks!

Lit Loot (Grades 4-8)

Fri, Jan 10, 9:00pm - 9:05pm

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.

St. Charles Writers Group

Sat, Jan 11, 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.

5-Minute Make: Confetti Bubble

Sat, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

STC Creative

Celebrate the new year by creating a fun ornament decorated with confetti, gold ribbon, and vinyl.

Artist Reception: Caitlin Palagi

Sun, Jan 12, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Bisbee Conference Room

A reception featuring artist Caitlin Palagi.

Mon, Jan 13, 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.

Mon, Jan 13, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Miller Haase Community Room

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

Live in the Lobby: Michal Lupa

Tue, Jan 14, 9:30am - 10:00am

Miller Haase Community Room

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

Tue, Jan 14, 10:00am - 11:00am

Lobby

Pianist Michal Lupa will fill our lobby with music on this second Tuesday of the month.

Second Tuesday Book Discussion - Real Americans by Rachel Khong

Tue, Jan 14, 10:00am - 11:30am

Carnegie Community Room

The Library offers two book discussion groups: Mornings at 10:00 a.m. and Evenings at 7:00 p.m. This month's title is Real Americans by Rachel Khong.

Candy Crush! (Grades 9-12)

Tue, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Miller Haase Community Room

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

This event is full

Tue, Jan 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Carnegie Community Room

Pulverize candy and then add its dust to fruit, popcorn, and hot chocolate with whip!

5-Minute Make: Confetti Bubble

Tue, Jan 14, 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.

Tue, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

STC Creative

Celebrate the new year by creating a fun ornament decorated with confetti, gold ribbon, and vinyl.

Second Tuesday Book Discussion - Real Americans by Rachel Khong

Tue, Jan 14, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Bisbee Conference Room

The Library offers two book discussion groups: Mornings at 10:00 a.m. and Evenings at 7:00 p.m. This month's title is Real Americans by Rachel Khong.

Wed, Jan 15, 9:30am - 10:00am

Miller Haase Community Room

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

Ukulele Playing, Singing and Teaching-No Experience Needed

Wed, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Miller Haase Community Room

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

This event is full

Wed, Jan 15, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Miller Haase Community Room

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

LEGO Club (Grades K-8)

Wed, Jan 15, 4:00pm - 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!

LVFV Beginner Class

Wed, Jan 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Carnegie Community Room

LVFV

Board Game Night

Wed, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Huntley Community Room

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

Vegan Comfort Food - Classroom Kitchen Seasonal Series via Zoom

Wed, Jan 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

This class will explore plant-based alternatives that are both comforting and satisfying, showing you how to create rich flavors and textures without any animal products.

Cancelled

St. Charles Canoe Club

Wed, Jan 15, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

meeting

Genealogy Research at the Library - Afternoons

Thu, Jan 16, 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.

Thu, Jan 16, 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?

Great Decisions - Pandemic Preparedness

Thu, Jan 16, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Bisbee Conference Room

Great Decisions is America’s largest discussion program on world affairs. January topic is Pandemic Preparedness from the 2024 booklet.

Forever Young Adult Book Club - Thorn by Intisar Khanani

Thu, Jan 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Study Room 5

A club for adults to read and discuss popular YA titles.

Favorite Character's Club: Dog Man (K-5)

Fri, Jan 17, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Helen Gale Story Room

Attention all Dog Man fans! Drop by anytime between 4pm- 6pm for a variety of special activities dedicated to all things Dog Man. Don’t miss out on the fun!

Preschool Fair (Families)

Sat, Jan 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Huntley Community Room

Curious about preschools or childcare in the upcoming year? Join us and meet representatives from preschools and childcare centers in our community.

Pastry Playtime (Ages 0-5 with Caregiver)

Sun, Jan 19, 12:00pm - 4:30pm

Miller Haase Community Room

Whisk up some fun at the library during our Pastry Playtime! Concoct your own creations at our pretend bakery and delight in the delicacies of playtime. Drop-in.

Sunday Concert: Back to the Future '70s Style! - Gavin Coyle, Carlyn Lloyd and Jon Warfel

Sun, Jan 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Carnegie Community Room

Join Gavin Coyle, Carlyn Lloyd, and Jon Warfel as we take a trip to the ’70s featuring music of James Taylor, Seals and Crofts, Chicago, Elton John, and many others. Grab your bell bottoms! DROP IN

Dreams in Progress - Art Installation (Grades 9-12)

Mon, Jan 20, 10:00am - 8:30pm

The Loft

Add your hopes, dreams, and inspirations to the Dreams in Progress Art Installation in the Loft.

Day of Service (Grades K-8)

Mon, Jan 20, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Helen Gale Story Room

The Day of Service honors Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and the legacy of volunteer service. Come by to make a Card of Hope for a child in foster care.

Dan Gogh's Magic and Art Show (Families)

Mon, Jan 20, 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.

Mon, Jan 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Huntley Community Room

Families, join us for a blend of art, magic, and comedy to inspire creativity through reading adventures.

Mon, Jan 20, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Miller Haase Community Room

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

5-Minute Make: Confetti Bubble

Tue, Jan 21, 9:30am - 10:00am

Miller Haase Community Room

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

Tue, Jan 21, 10:00am - 11:30am

STC Creative

Celebrate the new year by creating a fun ornament decorated with confetti, gold ribbon, and vinyl.

Art Club: Origami (Grades K-5)

Tue, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Miller Haase Community Room

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

This event is full

Tue, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Helen Gale Story Room

Drop by and learn about origami and fold your own. All abilities and interest levels welcome!

Tue, Jan 21, 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.

Wed, Jan 22, 9:30am - 10:00am

Miller Haase Community Room

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

Hospice / Palliative Care for You or Your Loved One

Wed, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

Miller Haase Community Room

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

This event is full

Wed, Jan 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Huntley Community Room

Kristin Tosaw, an Advanced Practice Nurse in Palliative Care, will explain the difference between palliative care and hospice. She will discuss eligibility, and the course of care available.

Ukulele Playing, Singing and Teaching-No Experience Needed

Wed, Jan 22, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Carnegie Community Room

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

Basic Bookends! (Grades 9-12)

Wed, Jan 22, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

The Loft

Upcycle our leftover bookends! Decorate your bookend however you like with paint and then bring it home to personalize your bookshelves.

LEGO Club (Grades K-8)

Wed, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 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!

Sweet Treats with Chef Maddox (Gr. 3-8)

Wed, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

Miller Haase Community Room

Chef Michael Maddox returns for another culinary program, this time making delicious sweet treats. Students in Grades 3-8 will be invited to sample custards and desserts as they learn about cooking.

LVFV Beginner Class

Wed, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Carnegie Community Room

LVFV

Many Worlds Book Club - The Haunting of Velkwood by Gwendolyn Kiste

Wed, Jan 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Bisbee Conference Room

Discuss a science fiction, fantasy, or horror title every month with your fellow genre-lovers. This month's horror title: The Haunting of Velkwood by Gwendolyn Kiste.