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St. Charles Writers Group
2019-03-09 09:15:00 2019-03-09 12:15:00 America/Chicago St. Charles Writers Group St. Charles Public Library

Saturday, March 09
9:15am - 12:15pm

Add to Calendar 2019-03-09 09:15:00 2019-03-09 12:15:00 America/Chicago St. Charles Writers Group The St. Charles Writers Group is a workshop for novice or experienced writers that meets the second and the fourth Saturday of each month. St. Charles Public Library

St. Charles Public Library

Huntley Meeting Room

The St. Charles Writers Group is a workshop for novice or experienced writers that meets the second and the fourth Saturday of each month.

The group is open to all those 18 years of age or older looking for a community of writers and seeking to improve their writing. All genres are welcome. For more information visit our website at https://www.scpld.org/st-charles-writers-group 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Programs |

TAGS: | Writing | Local Author | Creative Writing |

St. Charles Public Library
Phone: 630-584-0076
Fax: 630-584-9262
Hours
We're closed Monday May 27
Mon, May 20 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, May 21 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, May 22 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, May 23 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, May 24 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Sat, May 25 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 26 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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Address
1 South 6th Avenue
St. Charles
IL 60174
Tel: 630-584-0076

St. Charles Public Library serves a population of approximately 55,092 residents of the Fox River Valley community of St. Charles, Illinois, 35 miles west of Chicago. Although connected to the city by a commuter rail line in nearby Geneva, St. Charles strives to retain its small town heritage. The Library, with a total collection of  approximately 400,000 items, offers a wide variety of information and recreational reading to meet the expectations of both the general public and local businesses. In addition, the Library maintains a full calendar of programs to both entertain and educate children and adults alike.

About the library

St. Charles Public Library serves a population of approximately 55,092 residents of the Fox River Valley community of St. Charles, Illinois, 35 miles west of Chicago. Although connected to the city by a commuter rail line in nearby Geneva, St. Charles strives to retain its small town heritage. The Library, with a total collection of  approximately 400,000 items, offers a wide variety of information and recreational reading to meet the expectations of both the general public and local businesses. In addition, the Library maintains a full calendar of programs to both entertain and educate children and adults alike.

Upcoming events

Canceled
Comics Club
Wed, May 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Come bring what comics you're reading and compare pull lists with your fellow readers.
Introduction to MS Excel, Level 2
Wed, May 22, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Technology Center
Learn additional spreadsheet features including: graphing, more functions, cell notes, templates, and protection.
Registration is now closed
Fascinating Women of History - Leslie Goddard Presents Queen Elizabeth II
Thu, May 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Huntley Meeting Room
In this new historical portrayal, set at the time of Queen Elizabeth II's silver jubilee, historian Leslie Goddard, Ph.D., explores the life of Britain’s famous monarch.
This event is full
Mtg with Patron from NSBW Mtg
Thu, May 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Study Room 3
Follow up mtg with patron (DJ) who asked to meet following the NSBW mtg led by Dr. Peter James.
Express Yourself! - Grades K-5
Thu, May 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Huntley Meeting Room
Come create your own beautiful arts & crafts masterpiece in our open crafts session!
This event is full
Backing Up Your Data
Thu, May 23, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Technology Center
A look at various ways to back up your important data (pictures, videos, music, email, etc.).
High School Volunteer Application Due
Fri, May 24, 9:00am - 8:00pm
Reference Desk
Become a High School Volunteer. Applications are due Friday, May 24.
Mindfulness and Meditation - Grades 1-5
Fri, May 24, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Give yourself new life this Spring!
Video Gaming - Grades 6-8
Fri, May 24, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Huntley Meeting Room
Try out your gaming skills against other middle schoolers!
St. Charles Writers Group
Sat, May 25, 9:15am - 12:15pm
Huntley Meeting Room
The St. Charles Writers Group is a workshop for novice or experienced writers that meets the second and the fourth Saturday of each month.
Teen Book Club
Sun, May 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Bisbee Room
A book club run by high school students for high school students!
Library Closed - Holiday Observance
Mon, May 27, All day
Library is closed for the holiday
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament
Wed, May 29, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
Prove you’re the best at Super Smash Bros. Ultimate for Switch tournament!
Video Game Club - Grades 2-6
Wed, May 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Love video games? So do Wii! Join us and other gamers and play different consoles the library has.
Keep Your Computer Safely Running
Wed, May 29, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Technology Center
Learn to maintain your computer for better performance, reliability, and usability.
Cooking with Chef Cherise - Make Ahead Pastries
Wed, May 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Huntley Meeting Room
Say goodbye to early mornings! Wouldn’t it be great to greet your family with fresh pastries that you DIDN’T have to get up early to prepare?
This event is full
Scratch Club - Grades 3-8
Thu, May 30, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Technology Center
Play with coding!
This event is full
Keep Your Computer Safely Running
Thu, May 30, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Technology Center
Learn to maintain your computer for better performance, reliability, and usability.
Used Book Sale! Everything for Kids - Sponsored by the Junior Friends
Sat, Jun 01, 9:00am - 4:30pm
Huntley Meeting Room
Picture books, fiction and non-fiction titles, and much more will be on sale at bargain prices!
Can You Dig It: Come Plant a Garden (grades 2-5)
Sat, Jun 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Calling all budding gardeners!
Introduction to MS Excel, Level 1
Mon, Jun 03, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Technology Center
Learn how to create useful spreadsheets with Microsoft Excel.
Friends' Potluck Supper
Mon, Jun 03, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Huntley Meeting Room
The Friends of St. Charles Public Library is an adult organization that raises funds to provide special programs and equipment that is beyond the Library’s regular budget.
Computer & Internet Basics
Mon, Jun 03, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Technology Center
This orientation to computers is ideal for those who have had little exposure to computers.
Introduction to MS Excel, Level 1
Tue, Jun 04, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Technology Center
Learn how to create useful spreadsheets with Microsoft Excel.
Exam Cram
Tue, Jun 04, 5:00pm - 10:00pm
Huntley Meeting Room
Study for finals with us!
Computer & Internet Basics
Tue, Jun 04, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Technology Center
This orientation to computers is ideal for those who have had little exposure to computers.
Stories at the Nature Center - All Ages
Wed, Jun 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Children are invited to hear stories at the Creek Bend Nature Center at LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve. After the program, explore the Nature Center and walk the trails.
Introduction to MS Excel, Level 2
Wed, Jun 05, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Technology Center
Learn additional spreadsheet features including: graphing, more functions, cell notes, templates, and protection.
Exam Cram
Wed, Jun 05, 5:00pm - 10:00pm
Huntley Meeting Room
Study for finals with us!
Introduction to MS Word
Wed, Jun 05, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Technology Center
Learn about word processing using Microsoft Word 2016.
This event is full
Introduction to MS Excel, Level 2
Thu, Jun 06, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Technology Center
Learn additional spreadsheet features including: graphing, more functions, cell notes, templates, and protection.
Exam Cram
Thu, Jun 06, 5:00pm - 10:00pm
Huntley Meeting Room
Study for finals with us!
Library Board, Finance Committee
Thu, Jun 06, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Bisbee Room
Library Board, Finance Committee
Introduction to MS Word
Thu, Jun 06, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Technology Center
Learn about word processing using Microsoft Word 2016.
This event is full
LVFV Board Meeting
Thu, Jun 06, 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Study Room 3
Meeting
Painting Workshop - Bluebird and Cherry Blossoms
Fri, Jun 07, 10:00am - 11:30am
Huntley Meeting Room
Art teacher Christine Thornton will show you how to use liquid watercolors to create this beautiful image of an Eastern Bluebird perched among pink blossoms.
This event is full
Painting Workshop - Bluebird and Cherry Blossoms
Fri, Jun 07, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Huntley Meeting Room
Art teacher Christine Thornton will show you how to use liquid watercolors to create this beautiful image of an Eastern Bluebird perched among pink blossoms.
Find the "Picasso" in You! - Grades 1-5
Fri, Jun 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Do you love to create works of art? This program will introduce you to a few of the many great artists in history.
Bad Movie Night
Fri, Jun 07, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
Come watch and laugh out loud at movies that never should have been made. Tonight's film: Mac and Me.
After Hours - Entering Grades 6-9
Fri, Jun 07, 6:00pm - 10:00pm
Huntley Meeting Room
Have fun making a scene after the library is closed for the evening!
St. Charles Writers Group
Sat, Jun 08, 9:15am - 12:15pm
Huntley Meeting Room
The St. Charles Writers Group is a workshop for novice or experienced writers that meets the second and the fourth Saturday of each month.
Paint the Sidewalk! - For All Ages
Sat, Jun 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Parking Lot
Dress for a mess and help us make the library sidewalk more beautiful than it has ever been!
Sunday Concert - Fareed Haque with the Kaia String Quartet
Sun, Jun 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
Join virtuoso guitarist Fareed Haque and the critically-acclaimed Kaia String Quartet for a magical afternoon of Latin American Music for Classical Guitar and String Quartet.
Drop-In Story Time - All Ages
Mon, Jun 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Huntley Meeting Room
This Program is filled with stories, music, and movement. Each week focuses on a new theme. Everyone is welcome!
Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament - Grades 4-8
Mon, Jun 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Huntley Meeting Room
Join us for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate for Switch! Who will be victorious? The Library will provide all controllers.
Get up and move BABY! - Ages 0-2 with Caregiver
Mon, Jun 10, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Sing, play, dance, and move with us!
Canceled
LVFV - Tutor Training
Mon, Jun 10, 6:30pm - 8:45pm
Meeting
Find Meaningful Employment - Learn & Network with TUG & the Library
Mon, Jun 10, 6:30pm - 8:45pm
Huntley Meeting Room
Business Librarian Chris Flood welcomes TUG Career Services.
eBay: Buying and Selling
Mon, Jun 10, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Technology Center
Learn how to buy and sell on eBay.
This event is full
Babysitter Training - Ages 11-15
Tue, Jun 11, 9:30am - 3:30pm
Carnegie Community Room
FEE $45 in library district/$65 outside library district
This event is full
My First Storytime - Ages 0-24 months
Tue, Jun 11, 9:30am - 10:00am
Helen Gale Story Room
Lapsit story time for parents/caregivers and children, which include songs, stories, and play. Simple sign language will also be covered.
Second Tuesday Book Discussion
Tue, Jun 11, 10:00am - 11:30am
Bisbee Room
The Library offers two book discussion groups: Mornings at 10:00 a.m. and Evenings at 7:00 p.m.
Drop-In Story Time - All Ages
Tue, Jun 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Huntley Meeting Room
This Program is filled with stories, music, and movement. Each week focuses on a new theme. Everyone is welcome!
Sensory Play - Ages 1-5
Tue, Jun 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Children of all abilities benefit from sensory-based play. Come get messy with us as you feel your way through our sensory bins. Sensory activities are rotated monthly.
Getting the Most out of AncestryDNA
Tue, Jun 11, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Technology Center
You spit in the tube, mailed it to Ancestry, and now you have your AncestryDNA® results...what do they mean? How do you get more out of that list of DNA Matches?
This event is full
Fairy Tale Ball - For All Ages
Tue, Jun 11, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Huntley Meeting Room
A magical experience for the whole family!
Anime Club
Tue, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
Every second Tuesday of the month get loud and geek out with anime, snacks, and activities! Cosplay is always welcome. DROP IN
Stories and Snacks Story Time - All Ages
Tue, Jun 11, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Helen Gale Story Room
This program is filled with stories, music, movement, and a special bedtime snack. Follows the same weekly theme as the morning Drop-in Story Time.
eBay: Buying and Selling
Tue, Jun 11, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Technology Center
Learn how to buy and sell on eBay.
This event is full
Second Tuesday Book Discussion
Tue, Jun 11, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Bisbee Room
The Library offers two book discussion groups: Mornings at 10:00 a.m. and Evenings at 7:00 p.m.
Cheese 101
Tue, Jun 11, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Huntley Meeting Room
Taste and learn about traditional cheese styles, milk types and basic flavor profiles in this introductory class designed to get your taste buds jumping.
This event is full
Babysitter Training - Ages 11-15
Wed, Jun 12, 9:30am - 3:30pm
Carnegie Community Room
FEE $45 in library district/$65 outside library district
This event is full
Drop-In Story Time - All Ages
Wed, Jun 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Huntley Meeting Room
This Program is filled with stories, music, and movement. Each week focuses on a new theme. Everyone is welcome!
Overview of Windows 10
Wed, Jun 12, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Technology Center
Curious about the new Windows 10 operating system from Microsoft?
Unplugged Game Night - Grades 3-8
Wed, Jun 12, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Learn how to play Mr. Toast and Sushi Go, Settlers of Catan and BANG!
This event is full
Canceled
LVFV - Tutor Training
Wed, Jun 12, 6:30pm - 8:45pm
Meeting
Library Board Meeting
Wed, Jun 12, 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Huntley Meeting Room
Monthly Meeting of Library Board
Intergovernmental Group
Thu, Jun 13, 7:30am - 9:00am
Huntley Meeting Room
Meeting
Drop-In Story Time - All Ages
Thu, Jun 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Huntley Meeting Room
This Program is filled with stories, music, and movement. Each week focuses on a new theme. Everyone is welcome!
Sensory Play - Ages 1-5
Thu, Jun 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Children of all abilities benefit from sensory-based play. Come get messy with us as you feel your way through our sensory bins. Sensory activities are rotated monthly.
Foodie Families: It's Show Time Cupcakes - ages 3-7, with caregiver
Thu, Jun 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Huntley Meeting Room
Calling young bakers! Grown-ups and children decorate a cupcake together.
Overview of Windows 10
Thu, Jun 13, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Technology Center
Curious about the new Windows 10 operating system from Microsoft?
Event Committee - Foundation Board
Thu, Jun 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bisbee Room
Meeting
Anime Night - Grades 6-8
Thu, Jun 13, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Huntley Meeting Room
Just for Middle Schoolers! Nani?!
Foundation Board Meeting
Thu, Jun 13, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Bisbee Room
Meeting
LinkedIn Basics
Thu, Jun 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Technology Center
Join our Technology Instructor Susan Aguilar to learn the basics of LinkedIn. Each participant will have their own computer in order to create a LinkedIn profile and navigate the site.
Generation Speak
Thu, Jun 13, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Carnegie Community Room
Join nationally-renowned consumer anthropologists Rich Kizer and Georganne Bender for a presentation on understanding your multi-generational cohorts.
Little Artists - ages 4-6
Fri, Jun 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Helen Gale Story Room
For children, listen to a story then make some art!
This event is full
Drop-In Story Time - All Ages
Fri, Jun 14, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Huntley Meeting Room
This Program is filled with stories, music, and movement. Each week focuses on a new theme. Everyone is welcome!
Read with Rover - Grades 1 and Up
Fri, Jun 14, 2:00pm - 2:15pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Sign-up for a 15 minute time slot. Must be able to read independently.
This event is full
Read with Rover - Grades 1 and Up
Fri, Jun 14, 2:15pm - 2:30pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Sign-up for a 15 minute time slot. Must be able to read independently.
This event is full
Read with Rover - Grades 1 and Up
Fri, Jun 14, 2:30pm - 2:45pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Sign-up for a 15 minute time slot. Must be able to read independently.
This event is full
Read with Rover - Grades 1 and Up
Fri, Jun 14, 2:45pm - 3:00pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Sign-up for a 15 minute time slot. Must be able to read independently.
This event is full
It's Showtime--Hollywood Cupcakes
Fri, Jun 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Huntley Meeting Room
Hooray for Hollywood!  Hooray for snacks!
Family LEGO
Fri, Jun 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Come free build with LEGOS and DUPLOS to display in the library.
Third Annual Genealogy After Hours
Sat, Jun 15, 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Technology Center
Genealogists will have exclusive use of the library’s genealogy materials and public computers, giving them access to many of the library's services for genealogy research.
This event is full
Drop-In Story Time - All Ages
Mon, Jun 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Huntley Meeting Room
This Program is filled with stories, music, and movement. Each week focuses on a new theme. Everyone is welcome!
Truly Remarkable Loon - For Children and Families
Mon, Jun 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Huntley Meeting Room
Prepare to be amazed during this remarkable show!
Get up and move BABY! - Ages 0-2 with Caregiver
Mon, Jun 17, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Sing, play, dance, and move with us!
Canceled
LVFV - Tutor Training
Mon, Jun 17, 6:30pm - 8:45pm
Meeting
MS Word: Beyond the Basics
Mon, Jun 17, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Technology Center
Learn how to use advanced features of Microsoft Word 2016 to save time and improve the formatting of your documents.
My First Storytime - Ages 0-24 months
Tue, Jun 18, 9:30am - 10:00am
Helen Gale Story Room
Lapsit story time for parents/caregivers and children, which include songs, stories, and play. Simple sign language will also be covered.
Drop-In Story Time - All Ages
Tue, Jun 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
Huntley Meeting Room
This Program is filled with stories, music, and movement. Each week focuses on a new theme. Everyone is welcome!
Bilingual Family Storytime/Cuentos Bilingue para la Familia - For All Ages
Tue, Jun 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Thirty minutes of stories, songs, nursery rhymes, finger plays and movement and thirty minutes of craft. Presented in Spanish and English.
Stories and Snacks Story Time - All Ages
Tue, Jun 18, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Helen Gale Story Room
This program is filled with stories, music, movement, and a special bedtime snack. Follows the same weekly theme as the morning Drop-in Story Time.
MS Word: Beyond the Basics
Tue, Jun 18, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Technology Center
Learn how to use advanced features of Microsoft Word 2016 to save time and improve the formatting of your documents.
Drop-In Story Time - All Ages
Wed, Jun 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
Huntley Meeting Room
This Program is filled with stories, music, and movement. Each week focuses on a new theme. Everyone is welcome!
Stories at the Nature Center - All Ages
Wed, Jun 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Children are invited to hear stories at the Creek Bend Nature Center at LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve. After the program, explore the Nature Center and walk the trails.
STEAM Team! - Ages 3-7 with caregiver
Wed, Jun 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Huntley Meeting Room
Drop by the Huntley Meeting Room for some Science exploration! Children can explore different science concepts with their own family teams. Older siblings are welcome.
Board Game Night
Wed, Jun 19, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Carnegie Community Room
Join us to play games like Settlers of Catan, Ticket to Ride, and other modern games.
Canceled
LVFV - Tutor Training
Wed, Jun 19, 6:30pm - 8:45pm
Meeting
Drop-In Story Time - All Ages
Thu, Jun 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Huntley Meeting Room
This Program is filled with stories, music, and movement. Each week focuses on a new theme. Everyone is welcome!
Express Yourself! - Grades K-5
Thu, Jun 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Huntley Meeting Room
Come create your own beautiful arts & crafts masterpiece in our open crafts session!
This event is full
LinkedIn 2.0 - Advanced LinkedIn Tips for the Job Seeker
Thu, Jun 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
LinkedIn has become a modern-day minimum-requirement to optimize your job search. Even if you're not searching today.
Friday Family Film - For Children and Families
Fri, Jun 21, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Beat the heat at the library while watching a popular children's movie!
Drop-In Story Time - All Ages
Fri, Jun 21, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Huntley Meeting Room
This Program is filled with stories, music, and movement. Each week focuses on a new theme. Everyone is welcome!
Stuffed Animal Sleepover - Drop off
Fri, Jun 21, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Helen Gale Story Room
The stuffed animals go wild!
Movie Night - Grades 4-8
Fri, Jun 21, 4:30pm - 7:00pm
Huntley Meeting Room
Watch a recent release on the big screen!
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