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Read-A-Thon (Grades 6-12)

2026-01-19 10:00:00 2026-01-19 16:00:00 America/Chicago Read-A-Thon (Grades 6-12) Enjoy cozy reading spots and snacks! Drop in for an hour or all day. St. Charles Public Library - Carnegie Community Room

Monday, January 19
10:00am - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-01-19 10:00:00 2026-01-19 16:00:00 America/Chicago Read-A-Thon (Grades 6-12) Enjoy cozy reading spots and snacks! Drop in for an hour or all day. St. Charles Public Library - Carnegie Community Room

St. Charles Public Library

Carnegie Community Room

Enjoy cozy reading spots and snacks! Drop in for an hour or all day.

Get those extra reading minutes in as you hang out at the Library for our first ever Read-a-Thon. 

AGE GROUP: | Teen | Middle School |

EVENT TYPE: | Programs |

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St. Charles Public Library
Phone: 630-584-0076 x1
Fax: 630-584-9262
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St. Charles Public Library
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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.
 

 
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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

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Domino Free Build (Families)
Mon, Jan 05, 9:30am - 4:00pm
Helen Gale Room
Challenge yourself to learn new building techniques and test our domino accessories. Stop by anytime during the program to build.
Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)
Mon, Jan 05, 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.
Vinyl Listening Party (Grades 9-12) - Surf Rock
Mon, Jan 05, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
The Loft
Hang in The Loft as you listen to music from the Library's vinyl collection. 
2 & 3 Year Old Storytime (with Caregiver)
Mon, Jan 05, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Interactive storytime for children and their parents/caregivers! Please only register your child.
Registration is now closed
My First Storytime (0-23 Months with Caregiver)
Tue, Jan 06, 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, Jan 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Miller Haase Community Room
Interactive storytime for children and their parents/caregivers! Please only register your child.
American Mahjong
Tue, Jan 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
Join us for a weekly mahjong meetup.
Art Club: Mindful Art (Grades K-5)
Tue, Jan 06, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Take a moment to reflect on your day while creating art just by feeling in this independent program just for kids. Let's create beautiful art together!
Craft Night: Junk Journal (Grades 6-8)
Tue, Jan 06, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Helen Gale Room
Join us for a drop in craft program!
My First Storytime (0-23 Months with Caregiver)
Tue, Jan 06, 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)
Wed, Jan 07, 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. 
Reversible Coffee Sleeve - Craft of the Month
Wed, Jan 07, 10:00am - 11:30am
STC Creative
Sew together a reversible coffee sleeve
This event is full
2 & 3 Year Old Storytime (with Caregiver)
Wed, Jan 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Miller Haase Community Room
Interactive storytime for children and their parents/caregivers! Please only register your child.
Cancelled
Ukulele Strum & Sing
Wed, Jan 07, 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)
Wednesday's Escape (Grades 6-8)
Wed, Jan 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Miller Haase Community Room
“If you hear me scream bloody murder, there's a good chance I'm just enjoying myself.”
LEGO Club (Grades K-5)
Wed, Jan 07, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Helen Gale 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 - Bad Day at Black Rock (1955)
Wed, Jan 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Huntley Community Room
Join us for a monthly film on the big screen! This month's film is Bad Day at Black Rock (1955).
Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)
Thu, Jan 08, 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.
The American House: Simple Shelter to Sublime Style - 1900 to Today
Thu, Jan 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
The U.S. is the only country in the world where the vast majority of residents own and live in single-family houses. Over 63.5% of Americans live in single-family homes on individual plots of land.
This event is full
Homeschool Hangout (Families)
Thu, Jan 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Miller Haase Community Room
We’re excited to welcome homeschooling families for a monthly adventure in learning! Each session features an engaging topic and hands-on activities for children in grades K–8. 
Family Book Tasting (Families)
Thu, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Helen Gale 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!
The Book was Better Film Club (Grades 9-12) - The Fault in Our Stars
Fri, Jan 09, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
The Loft
Join other fans of books made into movies. Watch, snack, and talk books!
Friends Magazine Sale
Sat, Jan 10, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Huntley Community Room
Magazine Sale
St. Charles Writers Group
Sat, Jan 10, 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.
Bookish Box (Grades 3-5)
Sat, Jan 10, 9:00pm - 9:05pm
Lobby
Looking for a way to find your next favorite read? Sign up for our monthly Bookish Box. Each month’s box will have a themed book and goodies!
Lit Loot (Grades 6-8)
Sat, Jan 10, 9:05pm - 9:10pm
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.
Tech Help Drop-in - Computer Instruction
Sun, Jan 11, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Computer Lab
Get help using your device to access eBooks, social media, email, and more. Bring your questions and your device.
Sunday Concert: Cora Vasseur
Sun, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
Singer, songwriter, and guitarist Cora Vasseur sings a set featuring songs from the '50s and '60s, including The Beatles, The Monkees, Bobby Darin, The Everly Brothers, and more.
Genealogy Research at the Library - Mornings
Mon, Jan 12, 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?
Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)
Mon, Jan 12, 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.
Maker Monday - Winter Slime (Grades K-5)
Mon, Jan 12, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Stop by the library to warm up and make some fun winter slime!
2 & 3 Year Old Storytime (with Caregiver)
Mon, Jan 12, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Interactive storytime for children and their parents/caregivers! Please only register your child.
My First Storytime (0-23 Months with Caregiver)
Tue, Jan 13, 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 - One Good Thing by Georgia Hunter
Tue, Jan 13, 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.
Google Photos - Computer Instruction
Tue, Jan 13, 10:00am - 11:30am
Computer Lab
Learn how to backup, store, and share photos with family and friends using Google Photos.
2 & 3 Year Old Storytime (with Caregiver)
Tue, Jan 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Miller Haase Community Room
Interactive storytime for children and their parents/caregivers! Please only register your child.
American Mahjong
Tue, Jan 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
Join us for a weekly mahjong meetup.
One-to-One Resume Review - with a Career Coach from workNet Batavia
Tue, Jan 13, 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
Introduction to Fiero Code (Grades 4-8)
Tue, Jan 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Helen Gale Room
Calling all Coders in grades 4-8! Do you want to learn how to create your own video game? Join us for an "Hour of Code" using Fiero Code. Registration is required and space is limited.
One-to-One Resume Review - with a Career Coach from workNet Batavia
Tue, Jan 13, 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
Tue, Jan 13, 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
My First Storytime (0-23 Months with Caregiver)
Tue, Jan 13, 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. 
STC Creative 5-Min Make - Tea Towel Coloring with Sublimation Markers
Tue, Jan 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
STC Creative
Color in a pre-printed design on a tea towel than heat press to set the ink and make permanent
Bringing History to Life with Jonathan Eig - Illinois Libraries Present
Tue, Jan 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Jonathan Eig is the bestselling author of six books, including his most recent, Pulitzer Prize-winning King: A Life.Register
Second Tuesday Book Discussion - One Good Thing by Georgia Hunter
Tue, Jan 13, 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, Jan 14, 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. 
Stories at the Nature Center (Families)
Wed, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Children are invited to hear stories at the Creek Bend Nature Center at LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve.
2 & 3 Year Old Storytime (with Caregiver)
Wed, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Miller Haase Community Room
Interactive storytime for children and their parents/caregivers! Please only register your child.
Cancelled
Ukulele Strum & Sing
Wed, Jan 14, 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)
1:17 Again (Grades 9-12)
Wed, Jan 14, 1:17pm - 3:00pm
The Loft
Visit The Loft after an early release Wednesday to craft, game, or chill after school. 
LEGO Club (Grades K-5)
Wed, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Helen Gale 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!
Grains & Greens - Cozy Meets Nourishing - Classroom Kitchen Seasonal Series via Zoom
Wed, Jan 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Give your winter meals a wholesome refresh with hearty grains and flavorful greens. We'll explore vibrant recipes like warm grain bowls, stuffed greens, and flavorful pilafs.
Great Decisions - American Policy in the Middle East
Wed, Jan 14, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Study Room 5
Great Decisions is America’s largest discussion program on world affairs.
Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)
Thu, Jan 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.
Barnyard Books (Families)
Thu, Jan 15, 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
Paint It! - Snowman Starry Night
Thu, Jan 15, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Huntley Community Room
Beginners welcome!
This event is full
Homeschool Club: Introduction to Research (Families)
Thu, Jan 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Helen Gale Room
Are you interested in learning more about how to use databases to find the answers to your questions? Join us in an intro to databases!
Tech Help Drop-in - Computer Instruction
Thu, Jan 15, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Computer Lab
Get help using your device to access eBooks, social media, email, and more. Bring your questions and your device.
Advanced Directives - Planning for Life’s Unexpected Turns
Thu, Jan 15, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Huntley Community Room
This presentation will help you to understand the relationship between a DNR form, a Power of Attorney and a POLST form, and when each is appropriate.
Forever Young Adult Book Club - True Life in Uncanny Valley by Deb Caletti
Thu, Jan 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Study Room 5
A club for adults to read and discuss popular YA titles.
Rescheduled
Great Decisions - American Policy in the Middle East
Thu, Jan 15, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
New date Wednesday, January 14, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Great Decisions is America’s largest discussion program on world affairs.
Reversible Coffee Sleeve - Craft of the Month
Fri, Jan 16, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
STC Creative
Sew together a reversible coffee sleeve
This event is full
Black History Hall of Fame (Families)
Sat, Jan 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Follow us on this amazing journey as we meet Maya Angelou, Aretha Franklin, Mae Jemison, the Buffalo Soldiers, and more! This is a fast paced adventure sure to delight everyone who attends.
The Maker Table: Diamond Painting - Drop In
Sun, Jan 18, 12:30pm - 4:30pm
STC Creative
Embellish a corner bookmark with diamond painting
Google Photos - Computer Instruction
Sun, Jan 18, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Computer Lab
Learn how to backup, store, and share photos with family and friends using Google Photos.
This event is full
Day of Service (Families) - Dog Toys for Anderson Animal Shelter
Mon, Jan 19, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Helen Gale Room
Help shelter dogs during our Day of Service! Stop by the Helen Gale and make a dog toy for Anderson Animal Shelter.
Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)
Mon, Jan 19, 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.
Read-A-Thon (Grades 6-12)
Mon, Jan 19, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
Enjoy cozy reading spots and snacks! Drop in for an hour or all day.
2 & 3 Year Old Storytime (with Caregiver)
Mon, Jan 19, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Interactive storytime for children and their parents/caregivers! Please only register your child.
Sense of Humor Book Club - I Shouldn't Even Be Doing This by Bob Newhart
Mon, Jan 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Study Room 5
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.
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