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Quick Creations: Watercolor Painting (Grades 6-8)
2025-04-01 17:15:00 2025-04-01 20:00:00 America/Chicago Quick Creations: Watercolor Painting (Grades 6-8) Hanging out at the library? Take a study break for a few minutes or an hour! St. Charles Public Library - Helen Gale Story Room

Tuesday, April 01
5:15pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-04-01 17:15:00 2025-04-01 20:00:00 America/Chicago Quick Creations: Watercolor Painting (Grades 6-8) Hanging out at the library? Take a study break for a few minutes or an hour! St. Charles Public Library - Helen Gale Story Room

St. Charles Public Library

Helen Gale Story Room

Hanging out at the library? Take a study break for a few minutes or an hour!

Drop in throughout the program time to try your hand at something new. An activity, a game, a craft... each month we're doing something different!

This month we'll have supplies to try your hand at watercolors with a painting of “April Showers”. Step-by-step instructions available. 

AGE GROUP: | Middle School |

EVENT TYPE: | Programs |

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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)
Tue, Mar 18, 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. 
This event is full
2 & 3 Year Old Storytime (with Caregiver)
Tue, Mar 18, 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
First for the Vote - How Chicago Women Won Suffrage for the Nation
Tue, Mar 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
Chicago women made Illinois the first state east of the Mississippi River to grant limited voting rights to women in 1913.
Art Club: Geometric Stencils (Grades K-5)
Tue, Mar 18, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Drop by and learn about art with geometric shapes and then use stencils to design your own. Let's create beautiful art together!
Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)
Tue, Mar 18, 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.
Women & Money - Twelve Months to Take Charge of Your Finances
Tue, Mar 18, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Huntley Community Room
Get your financial house in order by focusing on one part of your financial life each month. Personal finance educator Karen Chan will introduce you to her Money Calendar.
My First Storytime (0-23 Months with Caregiver)
Wed, Mar 19, 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. 
This event is full
AARP Tax Preparation Appointments - Huntley Room
Wed, Mar 19, 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, Mar 19, 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
AARP Tax Preparation Appointments - Huntley Room
Wed, Mar 19, 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, Mar 19, 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, Mar 19, 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, Mar 19, 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!
Stellar-Space Themed Board Game Night
Wed, Mar 19, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Huntley Community Room
Join us to play space themed games like Clank in Space, Gravwell, and other modern games.
Cancelled
LVFV Beginner Class
Wed, Mar 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
LVFV
An Italian Immigrant's Journey - Rescheduled from February 18
Wed, Mar 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
Follow the journey of a young man who emigrated from Sicily to the United States in the late 1890s. Explore the difficulties he encountered getting to the U.S. and the unexpected hurdles.
Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)
Thu, Mar 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.
Genealogy Research at the Library - Afternoons
Thu, Mar 20, 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?
Femininomenon (Grades 9-12)
Thu, Mar 20, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
The Loft
Gain inspiration from famous female abstract painters like Hilma af Klint, Alma Thomas, and Joan Mitchell as you paint your own mini abstract art piece.
Westminster Stuffed Animal Show (Families)
Thu, Mar 20, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Huntley Community Room
Jumps, tunnels, and best in show! Bring your stuffed animal and show off all they can do! Earn the coveted Purple Ribbon.
Craft of the Month - Heat Pad
Thu, Mar 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Computer Lab,STC Creative
Create a spring-inspired heat pad.
This event is full
Great Decisions - U.S. Changing Leadership of the World Economy
Thu, Mar 20, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Bisbee Conference Room
Great Decisions is America’s largest discussion program on world affairs. March's topic is "U.S. Changing Leadership of the World Economy" from the 2025 booklet.
Forever Young Adult Book Club - Alone Out Here by Riley Redgate
Thu, Mar 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Study Room 5
A club for adults to read and discuss popular YA titles.
9to5: The Story of a Movement - Illinois Libraries Present
Fri, Mar 21, All day
Watch the award-winning documentary from the comfort of your home! Friday, March 21 at 1:00 p.m. through Sunday, March 23 at 11:59 p.m. Register
AARP Tax Preparation Appointments - Carnegie Room
Fri, Mar 21, 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 - Room Reserve
Fri, Mar 21, 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 Room
Fri, Mar 21, 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 Room
Fri, Mar 21, 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
Favorite Character's Club (K-5) - InvestiGators
Fri, Mar 21, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Attention all InvestiGator fans! Drop by anytime between 4pm- 6pm for a variety of special activities dedicated to all things InvestiGator. Don’t miss out on the fun!
St. Charles Writers Group
Sat, Mar 22, 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.
Our Terrace Garden Mural (Ages 10-13 w/ caregiver - Adult)
Sat, Mar 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Miller Haase Community Room
The Friends of the Library have commissioned local artists, Danielle Casali and Samantha DeCarlo, to install a mural in our Terrace Garden. We need your help in creation of the mosaic component!
This event is full
Lego Train Show (All Ages)
Sat, Mar 22, 10:00am - 4:30pm
Huntley Community Room
Come see the amazing train display and landscapes created by the Northern Illinois LEGO® Train Club!
5-Minute Makes - Screenprint Silhouette
Sat, Mar 22, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Computer Lab,STC Creative
Screen print one of our ready to go silhouettes of a woman from our history.
Our Terrace Garden Mural (Ages 10-13 w/ caregiver - Adult)
Sat, Mar 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Miller Haase Community Room
The Friends of the Library have commissioned local artists, Danielle Casali and Samantha DeCarlo, to install a mural in our Terrace Garden. We need your help in creation of the mosaic component!
This event is full
LEGO and Train Building (Families)
Sun, Mar 23, 12:00pm - 4:30pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Continue the LEGO fun and create a town using train tracks and LEGOs! Build on the floor or on a table. Join anytime during the program.
Lego Train Show (All Ages)
Sun, Mar 23, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Huntley Community Room
Come see the amazing displays of trains and landscapes created by the Northern Illinois LEGO® Train Club!
Rescheduled
LEGO and Train Building (Families)
Sun, Mar 23, 12:30pm - 4:30pm
New date Sunday, March 23, 12:00pm - 4:30pm
Continue the LEGO fun and create a town using train tracks and LEGOs! Build on the floor or on a table. Join anytime during the program.
Computer Basics 101 - In-person Computer Instruction
Sun, Mar 23, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Computer Lab
Learn the basics of how to use a computer, even if you have never touched a computer before.
5-Minute Makes - Screenprint Silhouette
Tue, Mar 25, 10:00am - 11:30am
Computer Lab,STC Creative
Screen print one of our ready to go silhouettes of a woman from our history.
Hello Spring (Ages 0-5 with Caregiver)
Tue, Mar 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Celebrate the arrival of spring at the library! Drop by anytime between 10 AM and 12 PM to enjoy a variety of fun, spring-themed activities for ages 0 to 5.
Read and Relax (Grades K-5)
Tue, Mar 25, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Come join us for Read and Relax – a fun and cozy hangout where you can dive into your favorite book! Grab a snack and a comfy spot and enjoy some reading time. Bring your own book or pick one out!
Meet Me Where I Am - Hands of Hope Film Screening
Tue, Mar 25, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Huntley Community Room
Meet Me Where I Am explores the topic of grief through stories of loss, love, and hope. The film aims to normalize grief in our culture and explores ways to actively participate in helping others.
Solar System Patches! (Grades 9-12)
Tue, Mar 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
Planets, stars, and moons.... Choose from a selection of space-related iron-on patches and add them to a provided tote bag or bring in something of your own to add a patch to!
Dewey Dishes Cookbook Club - The Side Dish Bible by America’s Test Kitchen
Tue, Mar 25, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Huntley Community Room
Each month, experience new recipes, sample delicious foods and discover cookbooks with our Cookbook Club.
Our Terrace Garden Mural (Ages 10-13 w/ caregiver - Adult)
Wed, Mar 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Miller Haase Community Room
The Friends of the Library have commissioned local artists, Danielle Casali and Samantha DeCarlo, to install a mural in our Terrace Garden. We need your help in creation of the mosaic component!
This event is full
AARP Tax Preparation Appointments - Huntley Room
Wed, Mar 26, 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 - Huntley Room
Wed, Mar 26, 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, Mar 26, 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, Mar 26, 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, Mar 26, 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!
Our Terrace Garden Mural (Ages 10-13 w/ caregiver - Adult)
Wed, Mar 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Miller Haase Community Room
The Friends of the Library have commissioned local artists, Danielle Casali and Samantha DeCarlo, to install a mural in our Terrace Garden. We need your help in creation of the mosaic component!
Many Worlds Book Club - The Mercy of Gods by James S.A. Corey
Wed, Mar 26, 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 science fiction title: The Mercy of Gods by James S.A. Corey.
Senior iPad/iPhone Basics - In-person Computer Instruction
Thu, Mar 27, 10:00am - 11:30am
Computer Lab
Learn how to use the internet and apps. Please bring your iPad or iPhone, create an Apple account before class and bring your login and password.
From the Earth to the Moon - An Immersive Celebration - of the Visionary Authors that Inspired Space Exploration
Thu, Mar 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Huntley Community Room
The Foundation is proud to announce the launch of STC Immersive
This event is full
Our Terrace Garden Mural (Ages 10-13 w/ caregiver - Adult)
Thu, Mar 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Miller Haase Community Room
The Friends of the Library have commissioned local artists, Danielle Casali and Samantha DeCarlo, to install a mural in our Terrace Garden. We need your help in creation of the mosaic component!
From the Earth to the Moon - An Immersive Celebration - of the Visionary Authors that Inspired Space Exploration
Thu, Mar 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Huntley Community Room
The Foundation is proud to announce the launch of STC Immersive
From the Earth to the Moon - An Immersive Celebration - of the Visionary Authors that Inspired Space Exploration
Thu, Mar 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Huntley Community Room
The Foundation is proud to announce the launch of STC Immersive.
Our Terrace Garden Mural (Ages 10-13 w/ caregiver - Adult)
Thu, Mar 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Miller Haase Community Room
The Friends of the Library have commissioned local artists, Danielle Casali and Samantha DeCarlo, to install a mural in our Terrace Garden. We need your help in creation of the mosaic component!
From the Earth to the Moon - An Immersive Celebration - **Drop-In Performance**
Thu, Mar 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Huntley Community Room
The Foundation is proud to announce the launch of STC Immersive
Baby Playdate (Ages 0-23 Months with Caregiver)
Fri, Mar 28, 9:30am - 10:30am
Helen Gale Story Room
Drop by anytime during the hour for this special baby playtime! Babies will explore a variety of fun toys and caregivers will enjoy making connections with one another!
From the Earth to the Moon - An Immersive Celebration - **Drop-In Performance**
Fri, Mar 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Huntley Community Room
The Foundation is proud to announce the launch of STC Immersive
AARP Tax Preparation Appointments - Carnegie Room
Fri, Mar 28, 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 - Room Reserve
Fri, Mar 28, 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 Room
Fri, Mar 28, 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
From the Earth to the Moon - An Immersive Celebration - of the Visionary Authors that Inspired Space Exploration
Fri, Mar 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Huntley Community Room
The Foundation is proud to announce the launch of STC Immersive
AARP Tax Preparation Appointments - Carnegie Room
Fri, Mar 28, 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
From the Earth to the Moon - An Immersive Celebration - of the Visionary Authors that Inspired Space Exploration
Fri, Mar 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Huntley Community Room
The Foundation is proud to announce the launch of STC Immersive
From the Earth to the Moon - An Immersive Celebration - of the Visionary Authors that Inspired Space Exploration
Fri, Mar 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Huntley Community Room
The Foundation is proud to announce the launch of STC Immersive
Screening Party: Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes (Grades 6-8)
Fri, Mar 28, 5:00pm - 7:45pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Join us for a movie screening! Free popcorn and simple activities will be available during the movie.
Loft Game Night (Grades 9-12) - Classic Y2K games
Fri, Mar 28, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
The Loft
Play different types of games in The Loft during game night one Friday a month. DROP IN.
Baby Playdate (Ages 0-23 Months with Caregiver)
Fri, Mar 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Drop by anytime during the hour for this special baby playtime! Babies will explore a variety of fun toys and caregivers will enjoy making connections with one another!
From the Earth to the Moon - An Immersive Celebration - **Drop-In Performance**
Fri, Mar 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Huntley Community Room
The Foundation is proud to announce the launch of STC Immersive
From the Earth to the Moon - An Immersive Celebration - **Drop-In Performance**
Sat, Mar 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Huntley Community Room
The Foundation is proud to announce the launch of STC Immersive
From the Earth to the Moon - An Immersive Celebration - of the Visionary Authors that Inspired Space Exploration
Sat, Mar 29, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Huntley Community Room
The Foundation is proud to announce the launch of STC Immersive
From the Earth to the Moon - An Immersive Celebration - of the Visionary Authors that Inspired Space Exploration
Sat, Mar 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Huntley Community Room
The Foundation is proud to announce the launch of STC Immersive
From the Earth to the Moon - An Immersive Celebration - Sensory-Friendly Performance
Sun, Mar 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Huntley Community Room
The Foundation is proud to announce the launch of STC Immersive
Sunday Concert: Petra Sings/Dennis Swings
Sun, Mar 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
Welcome back to the acclaimed jazz duo of vocalist Petra van Nuis and pianist Dennis Luxon! Enjoy the nostalgic enchantment of timeless Great American Songbook standards, both familiar and obscure.
From the Earth to the Moon - An Immersive Celebration - Sensory-Friendly Performance & Drop-In
Sun, Mar 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Huntley Community Room
The Foundation is proud to announce the launch of STC Immersive
Babysitter Training (Ages 11-15)
Mon, Mar 31, 9:30am - 3:30pm
Carnegie Community Room
DEPOSIT $20. Registration limited to St. Charles Library cardholders only.
From the Earth to the Moon - An Immersive Celebration - Sensory-Friendly Performance & Drop-In
Mon, Mar 31, 10:00am - 11:00am
Huntley Community Room
The Foundation is proud to announce the launch of STC Immersive
Spring Break Kick-Off (K-8)
Mon, Mar 31, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Helen Gale Story Room,Miller Haase Community Room
Come kick-off Spring Break at the Library! Join us from 10-12 for some fun minute to win it activities!
From the Earth to the Moon - An Immersive Celebration - Sensory-Friendly Performance
Mon, Mar 31, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Huntley Community Room
The Foundation is proud to announce the launch of STC Immersive
This event is full
Coding with Bee-Bot (Grades 1-3)
Mon, Mar 31, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Students grades 1-3 come join us for some beginner coding using Bee-Bot!
From the Earth to the Moon - An Immersive Celebration - of the Visionary Authors that Inspired Space Exploration
Mon, Mar 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Huntley Community Room
The Foundation is proud to announce the launch of STC Immersive
Hour of Code (Grades 3-5)
Mon, Mar 31, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Kids in grades 3-5 are invited to join us for Tynker’s "Hour of Code" activities. Chromebooks will be provided and no previous coding experience is necessary.
From the Earth to the Moon - An Immersive Celebration - of the Visionary Authors that Inspired Space Exploration
Mon, Mar 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Huntley Community Room
The Foundation is proud to announce the launch of STC Immersive
From the Earth to the Moon - An Immersive Celebration - **Drop-In Performance**
Mon, Mar 31, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Huntley Community Room
The Foundation is proud to announce the launch of STC Immersive
StoryWalk® (All Ages)
Tue, Apr 01, All day
Come and enjoy the great outdoors and a great story!
Babysitter Training (Ages 11-15)
Tue, Apr 01, 9:30am - 3:30pm
Carnegie Community Room
DEPOSIT $20. Registration limited to St. Charles Library cardholders only.
Let's Build! (Families)
Tue, Apr 01, 9:30am - 4:00pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Let’s Build! Stop in to create with our Big Blue Blocks for the biggest of all builds. Have fun while building new friendships!
From the Earth to the Moon - An Immersive Celebration - **Drop-In Performance**
Tue, Apr 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Huntley Community Room
The Foundation is proud to announce the launch of STC Immersive
Build Your Dream Park! (Families)
Tue, Apr 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Let’s Build! Join us at the library and build friendships while building your dream park.
From the Earth to the Moon - An Immersive Celebration - of the Visionary Authors that Inspired Space Exploration
Tue, Apr 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Huntley Community Room
The Foundation is proud to announce the launch of STC Immersive
Build Your Dream Park! (Families)
Tue, Apr 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Let’s Build! Join us at the library and build friendships while building your dream park.
Quick Creations: Watercolor Painting (Grades 6-8)
Tue, Apr 01, 5:15pm - 8:00pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Hanging out at the library? Take a study break for a few minutes or an hour!
Selecting Trees and Shrubs
Tue, Apr 01, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Huntley Community Room
Trees and shrubs are the backbones of a well-landscaped garden. Their shapes, colors, flowers, and fruits change with the seasons providing beauty throughout the year.
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