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Location: St. Charles Public Library

Archives Research & How to Use Basic Resources Found There

Genealogy Presentation

2025-04-15 19:00:00 2025-04-15 20:00:00 America/Chicago Archives Research & How to Use Basic Resources Found There How do archives differ from libraries? St. Charles Public Library - Huntley Community Room

Tuesday, April 15
7:00pm - 8:00pm

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St. Charles Public Library

Huntley Community Room

How do archives differ from libraries?

We will explore the colorful history of archives, the types of archives & the roles they play, how they’re organized, and how to find and access their holdings using catalogs, databases, finding aids and digital collections. We’ll even talk about planning your own archives research trip! Presented by professional genealogist Laura Street Chaplin of Willowtree Research. REGISTER

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Programs |

TAGS: | genealogy | archives |

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

Game Day (Grades K-8)

Wed, Apr 02, 9:30am - 2:30pm

Helen Gale Story Room

Do you enjoy games? We will have a variety of games throughout the department and BREAKOUT boxes in the Helen Gale!

AARP Tax Preparation Appointments - Huntley Room

Wed, Apr 02, 10:00am - 11:00am

Trained AARP volunteers will be offering free tax preparation appointments for anyone with individual Federal and State of Illinois returns.

Registration is now closed

AARP Tax Preparation Appointments - Huntley Room

Wed, Apr 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Trained AARP volunteers will be offering free tax preparation appointments for anyone with individual Federal and State of Illinois returns.

Registration is now closed

AARP Tax Preparation Appointments - Huntley Room

Wed, Apr 02, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Trained AARP volunteers will be offering free tax preparation appointments for anyone with individual Federal and State of Illinois returns.

Registration is now closed

Cartoon Drawing (Grades K-5)

Wed, Apr 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Miller Haase Community Room

Draw your way out of an escape room with Mark Anderson of Andertoons.

Registration is now closed

Ukulele Playing, Singing and Teaching-No Experience Needed

Wed, Apr 02, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Carnegie Community Room

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

Registration is now closed

DIY Stickers (Grades 6-8)

Wed, Apr 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Computer Lab,STC Creative

Design stickers for yourself and friends!

LEGO Club (Grades K-8)

Wed, Apr 02, 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!

Classic Movies at the Library - Young Mr. Lincoln (1939)

Wed, Apr 02, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Huntley Community Room

Join us for a monthly film on the big screen! This month's film is Young Mr. Lincoln (1939).

Jumbo Drawing (Families)

Thu, Apr 03, 9:30am - 4:00pm

Helen Gale Story Room

Draw your big ideas on even bigger paper using our colorful collection of crayons and markers. Stop by anytime between 9:30 am and 4:00 pm to unleash your creativity!

STEM and Careers at Fermilab (Grades 3-8)

Thu, Apr 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Miller Haase Community Room

Join physicist Angela Fava as we explore Fermilab careers in this hands-on STEM program designed for elementary and middle school students.

Hospice / Palliative Care for You or Your Loved One - Rescheduled from January 22

Thu, Apr 03, 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.

Family Book Tasting (Families)

Thu, Apr 03, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Miller Haase Community 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!

Yarn Tales Book & Craft Club - The Lady and the Unicorn by Tracy Chevalier

Thu, Apr 03, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Bisbee Conference Room

Drop in! Let's craft & chat! Pick-up your copy of "The Lady and the Unicorn" by Tracy Chevalier, one month before discussion date.

Tales and Ales

Thu, Apr 03, 7:00pm - 8:15pm

Never book discussion as usual! Join us as we discuss uncommon selections over brews.

Registration is now closed

Financial Fitness -- Planning for Retirement - with John Daly

Thu, Apr 03, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Online via Zoom

John Daly, CFP, shares what you need to know about choosing your retirement date, how much money you will need, when to take Social Security and how to invest when you are retired. Register

The Great Marble Run (Grades K-8)

Fri, Apr 04, 9:30am - 4:00pm

Helen Gale Story Room

Drop in to create marble and domino runs! Use your imagination to create something incredible.

Twin Leaf Tales (Families)

Fri, Apr 04, 10:00am - 10:30am

Join us for nature-inspired stories, music and movement at the Hickory Knolls Discovery Center. Please register with the St. Charles Park District.Register

AARP Tax Preparation - Room Reserve

Fri, Apr 04, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Miller Haase Community Room

Trained volunteers will be offering free tax preparation help for anyone with individual Federal and State of Illinois returns.

AARP Tax Preparation Appointments - Carnegie Community Room

Fri, Apr 04, 10:00am - 11:00am

Trained AARP volunteers will be offering free tax preparation appointments for anyone with individual Federal and State of Illinois returns.

This event is full

AARP Tax Preparation Appointments - Carnegie Community Room

Fri, Apr 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Trained AARP volunteers will be offering free tax preparation appointments for anyone with individual Federal and State of Illinois returns.

This event is full

AARP Tax Preparation Appointments - Carnegie Community Room

Fri, Apr 04, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Trained AARP volunteers will be offering free tax preparation appointments for anyone with individual Federal and State of Illinois returns.

This event is full

LoftFlix (Grades 9-12) - Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny

Fri, Apr 04, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

The Loft

Stop by The Loft for a movie night on the 1st Friday of the month. Bring a blanket, some friends, and watch all together!

Music & Movement: A Sensory Seeking Storytime (Families)

Fri, Apr 04, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Miller Haase Community Room

Music and Movement Storytime is a highly interactive Storytime featuring instrument exploration, songs, fingerplays, dance and books for children of all ages.

Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)

Mon, Apr 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.

Genealogy Research at the Library - Mornings

Mon, Apr 07, 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?

Investing, Banking & Insurance Tools from Weiss Ratings

Mon, Apr 07, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Huntley Community Room

This database gives you powerful new tools to protect your finances, invest wisely, grow your wealth, and learn more about your finances.

Monday Makes! (Grades 9-12)

Mon, Apr 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

The Loft

Drop-in and make! Spend the hour crafting something new in The Loft.

We Love Bearded Dragons! (Grades K-5)

Mon, Apr 07, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Helen Gale Story Room

We love bearded dragons! Join us as we read, investigate facts and learn about the native Australian reptile that many kids keep as pets.

Introduction to Canva - Free, online design tool

Mon, Apr 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Computer Lab

If you’re new to Canva, this is the perfect place to start. In this class, you’ll learn to navigate Canva and explore some extensive features and tools.

My First Storytime (0-23 Months with Caregiver)

Mon, Apr 07, 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.

Financial Fitness -- Navigating Student Loans - Understanding Your Options

Mon, Apr 07, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Online via Zoom

Join Barbara Ginty, CFP® CEPA®, as she guides you through the complex landscape of student loans, emphasizing how these debts can impact long-term financial goals, including retirement savings. Register

My First Storytime (0-23 Months with Caregiver)

Tue, Apr 08, 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.

Second Tuesday Book Discussion - Murder Your Employer by Rupert Holmes

Tue, Apr 08, 10:00am - 11:30am

Carnegie Community Room

The Library offers two book discussion sessions on the second Tuesday of each month: Mornings at 10:00 a.m. and Evenings at 7:00 p.m.

2 & 3 Year Old Storytime (with Caregiver)

Tue, Apr 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Miller Haase Community Room

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

Live in the Library: Ben Westfall

Tue, Apr 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Lobby

Guitarist Ben Westfall will fill our library with music on this second Tuesday of the month.

Art Club: Marker Pointillism (Grades K-5)

Tue, Apr 08, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Miller Haase Community Room

Drop in and learn about the technique of pointillism. Use markers and 100s of tiny dots to create your own masterpiece to take home. Let's create beautiful art together!

Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)

Tue, Apr 08, 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.

The Birth, Life, and Spectacular Death of a Star - Global Astronomy Month

Tue, Apr 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Huntley Community Room

Embark on an awe-inspiring journey from stellar nurseries to supermassive black holes as we explore the greatest mysteries of our cosmos.

Second Tuesday Book Discussion - Murder Your Employer by Rupert Holmes

Tue, Apr 08, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Bisbee Conference Room

The Library offers two book discussion sessions on the second Tuesday of each month: Mornings at 10:00 a.m. and Evenings at 7:00 p.m.

My First Storytime (0-23 Months with Caregiver)

Wed, Apr 09, 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.

AARP Tax Preparation Appointments - Huntley Room

Wed, Apr 09, 10:00am - 11:00am

Trained AARP volunteers will be offering free tax preparation appointments for anyone with individual Federal and State of Illinois returns.

This event is full

2 & 3 Year Old Storytime (with Caregiver)

Wed, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:00am

Miller Haase Community Room

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

Stories at the Nature Center (Families)

Wed, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:00am

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

AARP Tax Preparation Appointments - Huntley Room

Wed, Apr 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Trained AARP volunteers will be offering free tax preparation appointments for anyone with individual Federal and State of Illinois returns.

This event is full

AARP Tax Preparation Appointments - Huntley Room

Wed, Apr 09, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Trained AARP volunteers will be offering free tax preparation appointments for anyone with individual Federal and State of Illinois returns.

This event is full

Ukulele Playing, Singing and Teaching-No Experience Needed

Wed, Apr 09, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Carnegie Community Room

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

LEGO Club (Grades K-8)

Wed, Apr 09, 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!

Craft of the Month - Spring Door Hanger

Wed, Apr 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Computer Lab,STC Creative

Choose a design from our select few choices to cut out of wood using our Glowforge. Proceed to paint and assemble to be taken home and displayed on your front door.

This event is full

BookTalk: Alias Anna (Grades 6-8)

Wed, Apr 09, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Miller Haase Community Room

Maybe you read it, maybe you didn’t. Maybe you will, maybe you won’t. Either way, you are welcome! This is not your parent’s book club!

Library Board Meeting

Wed, Apr 09, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Huntley Community Room

Library Board Meeting

Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)

Thu, Apr 10, 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.

Homeschool Hangout (Families)

Thu, Apr 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Miller Haase Community Room

Attention all Homeschool Families! Come meet up with other homeschool friends and enjoy a variety of activities for ages Pre-K through 8th grade.

Will You? (Grades 9-12)

Thu, Apr 10, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

The Loft

Make your Promposal poster at the Library. We'll have all the supplies you need; you just need a date!

Mercy Watson Book Bash (Grades K-2)

Thu, Apr 10, 5:30pm - 6:15pm

Helen Gale Story Room

You're invited to a Book Bash! Join us for reading, crafts, and snacks while we read and celebrate the Mercy Watson books.

The Art of Foraging with Alexis Nikole Nelson - Illinois Libraries Present

Thu, Apr 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Alexis Nikole Nelson is a forager and an outdoor educator using her platforms, TikTok account alexisnikole and Instagram page blackforager, to celebrate all the edible plants hiding in plain sight. Register

Lit Loot (Grades 4-8)

Thu, Apr 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.

Library Closed - Staff In-Service Day

Fri, Apr 11, All day

Library Closed - Staff In-Service Day

St. Charles Writers Group

Sat, Apr 12, 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 Makes - Paper Collage Art

Sat, Apr 12, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Computer Lab,STC Creative

Collage a jumbo stamp.

Parking and playing with cars (Ages 0-5 with Caregiver)

Sun, Apr 13, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Helen Gale Story Room

Attention vehicle obsessed children! Stop by the library anytime from 1pm to 4pm to play with cars on ramps and roadways.

Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)

Mon, Apr 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.

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

Mon, Apr 14, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Study Room 5

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

This event is full

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

Mon, Apr 14, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

Study Room 5

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

This event is full

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

Mon, Apr 14, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Study Room 5

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

This event is full

Precipice of Freedom - Underground Railroad and the Network to Freedom

Mon, Apr 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Huntley Community Room

Join Eric Krupa of the St. Charles History Museum and Zachary Bishop from the Schingoethe Center of Aurora University as they discuss the role of Northern Illinois on the Underground Railroad.

My First Storytime (0-23 Months with Caregiver)

Mon, Apr 14, 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.

My First Storytime (0-23 Months with Caregiver)

Tue, Apr 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.

2 & 3 Year Old Storytime (with Caregiver)

Tue, Apr 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Miller Haase Community Room

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

Introduction to Canva - Free, online design tool

Tue, Apr 15, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Computer Lab

If you’re new to Canva, this is the perfect place to start. In this class, you’ll learn to navigate Canva and explore some extensive features and tools.

Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)

Tue, Apr 15, 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.

Archives Research & How to Use Basic Resources Found There - Genealogy Presentation

Tue, Apr 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Huntley Community Room

How do archives differ from libraries?

My First Storytime (0-23 Months with Caregiver)

Wed, Apr 16, 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.