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Family Book Tasting (Families)
2025-06-05 18:00:00 2025-06-05 18:30:00 America/Chicago Family Book Tasting (Families) 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! St. Charles Public Library - Miller Haase Community Room

Thursday, June 05
6:00pm - 6:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-06-05 18:00:00 2025-06-05 18:30:00 America/Chicago Family Book Tasting (Families) 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! St. Charles Public Library - Miller Haase Community Room

St. Charles Public Library

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!

This month we will be featuring How to Train Your Dragon by Cressida Cowell; a hilarious book about a boy and his dragon, just in time for the movie to come out later in the month!

Finish reading it as a family then go see the movie as a treat or come chat with us about the book!  We'd love to hear what you thought!  Loved the book? Be sure to continue the reading journey with the next book in the series!

 

AGE GROUP: | Young Children | Middle School | Elementary | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Programs |

TAGS: | Read | Family |

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)
Thu, May 22, 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.
Laura Ingalls Wilder - All That I Have Told is True
Thu, May 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
In the summer of 1937, Laura Ingalls Wilder and her husband Almanzo moved from the Rock House on their property in Mansfield Mo., back into the farmhouse they loved.
Loft Game Night (Grades 9-12) - Chess Night
Fri, May 23, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
The Loft
Play different types of games in The Loft during game night one Friday a month. DROP IN.
Screening Party: High School Musical (Grades 6-8)
Fri, May 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Hangout and do activities!
Master Gardener Help Desk
Sat, May 24, 9:00am - 11:00am
Lobby
Master gardeners from the University of Illinois Extension Office will be available in the lobby to answer your garden and landscape questions.
St. Charles Writers Group
Sat, May 24, 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.
Library Closed - Holiday Observance
Mon, May 26, All day
Library Closed - Holiday Observance
It's a Baby Playdate! (Ages 0-23 Months with Caregiver)
Tue, May 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Helen Gale Story Room
Bring your babies in for a baby animal themed playdate! Explore sensory and motor activities created for babies up to 23 months while connecting with other caregivers.
Exam Cram (Grades 9-12)
Tue, May 27, 4:00pm - 9:00pm
Huntley Community Room
Study for finals at the Library! Enjoy a large study space for you and your study group and fuel up on free snacks and drinks provided courtesy of the Friends of the St. Charles Public Library.
It's a Baby Playdate! (Ages 0-23 Months with Caregiver)
Tue, May 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Bring your babies in for a baby animal themed playdate! Explore sensory and motor activities created for babies up to 23 months while connecting with other caregivers.
Dewey Dishes Cookbook Club - What's for Dessert by Claire Saffitz
Tue, May 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
Each month, experience new recipes, sample delicious foods and discover cookbooks with our Cookbook Club.
Block Party (Ages 3-6 with Caregiver)
Wed, May 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Enjoy the world of shapes! Use your imagination with a variety of large and small building block sets and get creative with a paper square activity.
Proven Ideas on How to Read a Book
Wed, May 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Carnegie Community Room
What if you could quickly learn how to read more and diverse content faster, with better retention? Do you fatigue while reading? Have you ever explored the psychology behind the act of reading?
Ukulele Strum & Sing - No Experience Needed
Wed, May 28, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Join the St. Charles Ukulele Strummers! Come play and sing along with us! Bring your own ukulele (soprano, concert, or tenor)
LEGO Club (Grades K-8)
Wed, May 28, 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!
Exam Cram (Grades 9-12)
Wed, May 28, 4:00pm - 9:00pm
Huntley Community Room
Study for finals at the Library! Enjoy a large study space for you and your study group and fuel up on free snacks and drinks provided courtesy of the Friends of the St. Charles Public Library.
Craft of the Month - Woven Hanging Wall Art
Wed, May 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Computer Lab,STC Creative
Create a woven piece of art to decorate your home.
This event is full
Many Worlds Book Club - The Eyes are the Best Part by Monika Kim
Wed, May 28, 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 Eyes are the Best Part by Monika Kim.
Library Board Committee of the Whole
Thu, May 29, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Huntley Community Room
Meeting
Fun on the Farm! (Ages 2-3 with Caregiver)
Fri, May 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Let’s have some Fun on the Farm!  Drop in anytime from 10-12 and participate in fine motor activities meant just for our 2 and 3-year-old friends. Mooo, Baaa, Cluck!
Master Gardener Help Desk
Sat, May 31, 9:00am - 11:00am
Lobby
Master gardeners from the University of Illinois Extension Office will be available in the lobby to answer your garden and landscape questions.
StoryWalk® (All Ages)
Sun, Jun 01, All day
Come and enjoy the great outdoors and a great story!
STC Creative Grab 'N' Go - Bucket Hat Kit
Sun, Jun 01, All day
Stop by the Technology Help Desk to grab a ready-to-sew bucket hat.
This event is full
Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)
Mon, Jun 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Huntley Community Room
This program is filled with stories, music and movement. Each week focuses on a new theme. Space is limited.
Mural Dedication - Friends of the Library
Mon, Jun 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Terrace Garden
We invited you to attend the Friends of St. Charles Public Library's dedication ceremony on Monday, June 2, from 5:00-6:00 p.m.
Friends Meeting
Mon, Jun 02, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Huntley Community Room
Quarterly Meeting
Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)
Mon, Jun 02, 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.
Rescheduled
Friends Meeting
Mon, Jun 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
New date Monday, June 02, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Quarterly Meeting
Summer Art Club: Finger Painting (Entering Grades K-5)
Tue, Jun 03, 10:00am - 10:45am
Miller Haase Community Room
Paint with your hands! Dress for a mess and create a beautiful painting using your fingers in this independent program just for kids entering grades K-5. Supplies are provided, just bring yourself!
Tech Help Drop-in - Computer Instruction
Tue, Jun 03, 10:00am - 11:30am
Computer Lab
Stop in to get your tech questions answered.
Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)
Tue, Jun 03, 10:00am - 10:30am
Huntley Community Room
This program is filled with stories, music and movement. Each week focuses on a new theme. Space is limited.
Quick Creations: Pixel Art (Entering Grades 6-8)
Tue, Jun 03, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Take a break for a few minutes or an hour!
3D Prints (Entering Grades 9-12) - 3D Dice
Tue, Jun 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Computer Lab,STC Creative
Level up your game night with a custom 3D print! Learn the basics of 3D printing as you customize a six-sided die to bring home.
Framed Punched Metal Art - STC Creative Craft of the Month
Wed, Jun 04, 10:00am - 11:30am
STC Creative
Pierce intricate designs onto tin panel sheets All materials will be provided.
This event is full
Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)
Wed, Jun 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Huntley Community Room
This program is filled with stories, music and movement. Each week focuses on a new theme. Space is limited.
Ukulele Strum & Sing - No Experience Needed
Wed, Jun 04, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Carnegie Community Room
Join the St. Charles Ukulele Strummers! Come play and sing along with us! Bring your own ukulele (soprano, concert, or tenor)
Take Better Photos
Wed, Jun 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Huntley Community Room
Learn key techniques to help you take stunning pictures you’ll be proud to share, whether you’re printing them or posting online.
Explore with Paint (Ages 2-3 with a Caregiver)
Thu, Jun 05, 10:00am - 10:45am
Miller Haase Community Room
2 & 3 year olds will discover their artistic side and explore different ways to paint using cotton balls, brushes, and more on our giant paper! Dress for mess and drop in!
Bee Bots drop-in (Entering Grades K-2)
Thu, Jun 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Do you enjoy learning to code? Drop-in the Miller-Haase between 2-4 p.m. and learn to use our BEE BOTS!
Family Book Tasting (Families)
Thu, Jun 05, 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!
Tales and Ales
Thu, Jun 05, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Never book discussion as usual! Join us as we discuss uncommon selections over brews.
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