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Elf Watch Party (Grades 6-8)
2025-12-12 17:45:00 2025-12-12 19:30:00 America/Chicago Elf Watch Party (Grades 6-8) SANTA! I KNOW HIM! St. Charles Public Library - Miller Haase Community Room

Friday, December 12
5:45pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-12-12 17:45:00 2025-12-12 19:30:00 America/Chicago Elf Watch Party (Grades 6-8) SANTA! I KNOW HIM! St. Charles Public Library - Miller Haase Community Room

St. Charles Public Library

Miller Haase Community Room

SANTA! I KNOW HIM!

Come hang out with a night of sugar and delight as we watch Elf (2003, PG)!

Games, cookies, and hot cocoa will be provided during this annual tradition.

If you are unable to attend an event, please cancel your registration so that a patron from the waitlist can join the event.

This program requires a St. Charles Public Library card to register before November 15.

AGE GROUP: | 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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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.

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