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Book Cafe (Grades 6-8)
2025-09-29 17:00:00 2025-09-29 17:45:00 America/Chicago Book Cafe (Grades 6-8) Come join our book café & discover a new world of books. No prior reading is necessary to attend! Share your favorite book and hear recommendations from others. September: Space & Science Fiction St. Charles Public Library - Miller Haase Community Room

Monday, September 29
5:00pm - 5:45pm

Add to Calendar 2025-09-29 17:00:00 2025-09-29 17:45:00 America/Chicago Book Cafe (Grades 6-8) Come join our book café & discover a new world of books. No prior reading is necessary to attend! Share your favorite book and hear recommendations from others. September: Space & Science Fiction St. Charles Public Library - Miller Haase Community Room

St. Charles Public Library

Miller Haase Community Room

Come join our book café & discover a new world of books. No prior reading is necessary to attend! Share your favorite book and hear recommendations from others. September: Space & Science Fiction

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

Oktoberfest Gingerbread Felt Heart - Adult Grab 'n' Go Kit
Mon, Sep 15, All day
A lovely German tradition!
Registration is now closed
Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)
Mon, Sep 15, 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)
Mon, Sep 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Homeschooling families are invited to join us for a new topic each month. There will be an informational segment and hands-on activities designed for grades K-8.
Hour of Code with Tynker (Grades 4-7)
Mon, Sep 15, 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Are you interested in learning more about computer coding? If you are in grades 4th-6th come spend an hour coding using Tynker.
2 & 3 Year Old Storytime (with Caregiver)
Mon, Sep 15, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Interactive storytime for children and their parents/caregivers! Please only register your child.
Cancelled
Sense of Humor Book Club - Yearbook by Seth Rogen
Mon, Sep 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us for a fun book club that revolves around the topic of comedy. Each month we will read a comedian's biography and talk about their stories and writings.
My First Storytime (0-23 Months with Caregiver)
Tue, Sep 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. 
Registration opens Tuesday, September 16 2025 at 9:30am
Beaded Huichol Art - Craft of the Month
Tue, Sep 16, 10:00am - 11:30am
STC Creative
Create an ornamental hanging piece inspired by Huichol Art style
This event is full
2 & 3 Year Old Storytime (with Caregiver)
Tue, Sep 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Miller Haase Community Room
Interactive storytime for children and their parents/caregivers! Please only register your child.
Before or After? Trivia Night (Grades 9-12)
Tue, Sep 16, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
Which came first? Tree-shaped air fresheners or roll-on deodorant? Gather a team and compete against others during Trivia Night.
My First Storytime (0-23 Months with Caregiver)
Tue, Sep 16, 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. 
Looking for European Roots - with Caron Brennan
Tue, Sep 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Huntley Community Room
If you are ready to "cross the pond" in your research, this presentation will provide ideas of where to find records for European records online. 
Finding the Clues: Then and Now with Steve Burns - Illinois Libraries Present
Tue, Sep 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join Illinois Libraries Present for a nostalgic and intimate hour-long conversation with Emmy-nominated actor Steve Burns, best known as ‘Steve’ from the beloved Nickelodeon show Blue’s Clues.Register
My First Storytime (0-23 Months with Caregiver)
Wed, Sep 17, 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)
Wed, Sep 17, 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
Ukulele Strum & Sing
Wed, Sep 17, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Huntley 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, Sep 17, 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!
Board Game Night
Wed, Sep 17, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Huntley Community Room
Join us to play games like Settlers of Catan, Ticket to Ride, and other modern games.
Hearty Handhelds - Classroom Kitchen Seasonal Series via Zoom
Wed, Sep 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Get ready for the ultimate comfort food experience, perfect for cozy nights and game-day weekends. Learn to make a Nashville hot chicken, a classic patty melt, and a bold Cuban sandwich.
Tech Help Drop-in - Computer Instruction
Thu, Sep 18, 10:00am - 11:30am
Computer Lab
Get help using your device to access eBooks, social media, email, and more. Bring questions and your device.
Career Fair - Meet with Local Employers
Thu, Sep 18, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Huntley Community Room
Drop by our Career Fair, hosted with workNet Batavia, to meet local employers hiring for a variety of positions.
Barnyard Books (Families)
Thu, Sep 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
Join us at Primrose Farm for Storytime. After the program, walk the trails and explore the farm. This program is in partnership with the St. Charles Park DistrictRegister
Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)
Thu, Sep 18, 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.
Cancelled
Genealogy Research at the Library - Afternoons
Thu, Sep 18, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Do you need a few quiet hours to work on your family tree? Are you looking for help breaking down a brick wall?
STC Creative 5-Min Make - Pressed Flower Sun Catcher
Thu, Sep 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
STC Creative
Piece together your one-of-a-kind sun catcher with our variety of pressed flowers
Forever Young Adult Book Club - Chaos & Flame by Justina Ireland and Tessa Gratton
Thu, Sep 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Study Room 5
A club for adults to read and discuss popular YA titles.
Great Decisions - International Climate Cooperation in an Era of Turmoil
Thu, Sep 18, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Bisbee Conference Room
Great Decisions is America’s largest discussion program on world affairs.
Talk Like a Pirate Day (Families)
Fri, Sep 19, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Youth Services Desk
Ahoy, Matey! September 19th be International "Talk Like a Pirate Day" and we be ready to celebrate! Join us for a pirate-themed scavenger hunt, photo opportunities, and stickers in Youth Services.
Teddy Bear Bash (Ages 3-5 with Caregiver)
Fri, Sep 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
Miller Haase Community Room
Join us for a Teddy Bear Bash! Enjoy songs and stories about one of our favorite animals. Bring a stuffed bear friend with you if you'd like.
The Women of Cantigny - with Historian Laurie Russell
Fri, Sep 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
Historian Laurie Russell discusses how a lack of male heirs propelled the women in the Medill, McCormick, and Patterson families to do amazing things.
This event is full
S'more Movie Night: Princess Bride (Grades 6-8)
Fri, Sep 19, 5:45pm - 7:30pm
Miller Haase Community Room,Terrace Garden
Join us for a cozy movie out in our Terrace Garden!
Falling Into Autumn
Sat, Sep 20, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Huntley Community Room
Celebrate the arrival of fall with a cozy, creative experience at your library! Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the season with our immersive screen while enjoying seasonal crafts.
Reading with Rover (Grades K-8)
Sat, Sep 20, 12:00pm - 12:15pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Bring a book or select one of ours. Read aloud for 15 minutes to a specially-trained therapy dog.
This event is full
Reading with Rover (Grades K-8)
Sat, Sep 20, 12:15pm - 12:30pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Bring a book or select one of ours. Read aloud for 15 minutes to a specially-trained therapy dog.
This event is full
Reading with Rover (Grades K-8)
Sat, Sep 20, 12:30pm - 12:45pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Bring a book or select one of ours. Read aloud for 15 minutes to a specially-trained therapy dog.
This event is full
Reading with Rover (Grades K-8)
Sat, Sep 20, 12:45pm - 1:00pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Bring a book or select one of ours. Read aloud for 15 minutes to a specially-trained therapy dog.
This event is full
Falling into Autumn
Sun, Sep 21, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Huntley Community Room
Celebrate the arrival of fall with a cozy, creative experience at your library! Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the season with our immersive screen, while creating seasonal crafts.
Tech Help Drop-in - Computer Instruction
Sun, Sep 21, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Computer Lab
Get help using your device to access eBooks, social media, email, and more. Bring questions and your device.
Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)
Mon, Sep 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.
2 & 3 Year Old Storytime (with Caregiver)
Mon, Sep 22, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Interactive storytime for children and their parents/caregivers! Please only register your child.
Computer Basics 101 - Computer Instruction
Mon, Sep 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Computer Lab
Learn mouse usage, keyboard navigation, opening programs, basic file management, and internet browsing.
My First Storytime (0-23 Months with Caregiver)
Tue, Sep 23, 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. 
Registration opens Tuesday, September 23 2025 at 9:30am
2 & 3 Year Old Storytime (with Caregiver)
Tue, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Miller Haase Community Room
Interactive storytime for children and their parents/caregivers! Please only register your child.
Art Club: Alebrijes Fantastic Pets (Grades K-5)
Tue, Sep 23, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Drop in and learn about Alebrijes, beautiful Mexican sculptures in this independent program designed just for kids. Create your own design based on your pet or favorite animal using colorful clay.
My First Storytime (0-23 Months with Caregiver)
Tue, Sep 23, 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. 
Moving Through Life After Loss - Led by Fox Valley Hands of Hope Volunteers
Tue, Sep 23, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Huntley Community Room
Through this presentation, participants will gain a deeper understanding of grief and loss, learn to identify their personal needs during the grief journey, and find strategies for restoring balance.
This event is full
My First Storytime (0-23 Months with Caregiver)
Wed, Sep 24, 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)
Wed, Sep 24, 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
Ukulele Strum & Sing
Wed, Sep 24, 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)
LEGO Club (Grades K-8)
Wed, Sep 24, 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!
Brews and Bread - with Chef Cherise
Wed, Sep 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Huntley Community Room
The next best thing to drinking your favorite beer--baking with it! Chef Cherise will teach you how to make delicious yeast bread using your favorite brews.
This event is full
Many Worlds Book Club - Greenteeth by Molly O'Neill
Wed, Sep 24, 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 fantasy title: Greenteeth by Molly O'Neill.
Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)
Thu, Sep 25, 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.
Paint and Sip in Space (Grades 6-8)
Thu, Sep 25, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Join us for a step-by-step space painting tutorial! All supplies will be provided.
Beaded Huichol Art - Craft of the Month
Thu, Sep 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
STC Creative
Create an ornamental hanging piece inspired by Huichol Art style
This event is full
Managing Retirement Funds in a Time of Flux - Advice from a Fiduciary
Thu, Sep 25, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Huntley Community Room
Certified Financial Planners Bob Morvice and Tim Regan will share the importance of planning to reduce the worry in retirement. 
Friends Meeting
Fri, Sep 26, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
Quarterly Meeting
STC Creative 5-Min Make - Pressed Flower Sun Catcher
Fri, Sep 26, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
STC Creative
Piece together your one-of-a-kind sun catcher with our variety of pressed flowers
Loft Game Night (Grades 9-12) - Board Games
Fri, Sep 26, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
The Loft
Play different types of games in The Loft during game night one Friday a month.
St. Charles Writers Group
Sat, Sep 27, 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.
Genealogy After Hours 2025
Sat, Sep 27, 5:00pm - 8:30pm
Huntley Community Room
Genealogists will have exclusive use of the Library’s genealogy materials and public computers, giving them access to many of our services for genealogy research.
Fine Motor Fun (Families)
Sun, Sep 28, 12:30pm - 4:00pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Families with young children, stop in for fine motor fun! Have fun developing skills while playing together!
Book Cafe (Grades 3-5)
Mon, Sep 29, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Come join our book cafe and discover a new world of books. No prior reading is necessary to attend! Share your favorite book and hear recommendations from others. September: Space & Science Fiction
Book Cafe (Grades 6-8)
Mon, Sep 29, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Come join our book café & discover a new world of books. No prior reading is necessary to attend! Share your favorite book and hear recommendations from others. September: Space & Science Fiction
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