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First Four (Grades 9-12)
2026-03-19 17:30:00 2026-03-19 19:00:00 America/Chicago First Four (Grades 9-12) Get in the game... literally! Go head-to-head in a First 4 basketball tournament.  St. Charles Public Library - Carnegie Community Room

Thursday, March 19
5:30pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-03-19 17:30:00 2026-03-19 19:00:00 America/Chicago First Four (Grades 9-12) Get in the game... literally! Go head-to-head in a First 4 basketball tournament.  St. Charles Public Library - Carnegie Community Room

St. Charles Public Library

Carnegie Community Room

Get in the game... literally! Go head-to-head in a First 4 basketball tournament. 

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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.
 

 
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

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Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)
Thu, Mar 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.
Family Book Tasting (Families)
Thu, Mar 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!
AARP Tax Preparation Appointments
Fri, Mar 06, 9:30am - 10:45am
Research & Reading Desk
Trained AARP volunteers will be offering free tax preparation appointments for anyone with individual Federal and State of Illinois returns.
This event is full
Springtime Fun with Playdough (Families)
Fri, Mar 06, 9:30am - 1:30pm
Helen Gale Room
Free play with Play-dough, tool sets, and accessories. Drop in anytime between 9:30 am - 1:30 pm. Space is limited. 
Twin Leaf Tales (Families)
Fri, Mar 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
Join us for nature-inspired stories, music and movement at the Hickory Knolls Discovery Center. Please register with the St. Charles Park District.Register
AARP Tax Preparation Appointments
Fri, Mar 06, 10:45am - 12:00pm
Trained AARP volunteers will be offering free tax preparation appointments for anyone with individual Federal and State of Illinois returns.
This event is full
AARP Tax Preparation Appointments
Fri, Mar 06, 12:30pm - 1:45pm
Research & Reading Desk
Trained AARP volunteers will be offering free tax preparation appointments for anyone with individual Federal and State of Illinois returns.
This event is full
Celebrating the Cherry Blossom Festival
Fri, Mar 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Huntley Community Room
Educator Yvonne Wolf will provide a brief overview of Japan’s national flower and welcome spring the Japanese way, through the celebration of cherry blossom festivals.
Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)
Fri, Mar 06, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Miller Haase Community Room
This program is filled with stories, music and movement! Space is limited.
Seed Swap
Sat, Mar 07, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Huntley Community Room
Join us to swap seeds with local gardeners. This will also be your first chance to get seeds from our heirloom seed library.
The Maker Table - DIY Craft
Sun, Mar 08, 12:30pm - 4:30pm
STC Creative
Paint a variety of plant and garden stakes
Sunday Concert: Luck of the Irish - Gavin Coyle, Carlyn Lloyd, and Jon Warfel
Sun, Mar 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with Irish baritone Gavin Coyle, flutist Carlyn Lloyd, and pianist Jon Warfel.
Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)
Mon, Mar 09, 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) - Jazz
Mon, Mar 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
The Loft
Hang in The Loft as you listen to music from the Library's vinyl collection.
Maker Monday - Painted Garden Rocks (Elementary Grades K-5)
Mon, Mar 09, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Helen Gale Room
Stop by the Library to decorate some rocks for your garden! Drop ins are welcome. 
2 & 3 Year Old Storytime (with Caregiver)
Mon, Mar 09, 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, Mar 10, 9:30am - 10:00am
Miller Haase Community Room
Connect with your baby for an interactive and engaging story time session full of songs, rhymes and stories! Please register baby only. 
Second Tuesday Book Discussion - Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck
Tue, Mar 10, 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. Registering allows you to show up to either session.
2 & 3 Year Old Storytime (with Caregiver)
Tue, Mar 10, 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
One-to-One Resume Review - with a Career Coach from workNet Batavia
Tue, Mar 10, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Study Room 5
Meet with a workNet Batavia Career Coach for a one-to-one review of your resume.
This event is full
American Mahjong
Tue, Mar 10, 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, Mar 10, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
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, Mar 10, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Study Room 5
Meet with a workNet Batavia Career Coach for a one-to-one review of your resume.
This event is full
Art Club: Pointillism (Grades K-5)
Tue, Mar 10, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Drop in and learn about the technique of pointillism. Use markers and 100s of tiny dots to create your own masterpiece to take home. Let's create beautiful art together!
March Book Madness Viewing (Families)
Tue, Mar 10, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Helen Gale Room
D303 families are encouraged to stop by the Library to view the current March Book Madness book videos.
My First Storytime (0-23 months with Caregiver)
Tue, Mar 10, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Connect with your baby for an interactive and engaging story time session full of songs, rhymes and stories! Please register baby only. 
Sublimation Puzzle - 5 Min Make
Tue, Mar 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
STC Creative
Transfer pre-printed image onto a blank puzzle
Second Tuesday Book Discussion - Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck
Tue, Mar 10, 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. Registering allows you to show up to either session.
Rising Readers (Grades K-2)
Tue, Mar 10, 9:00pm - 9:05pm
Help your child fall in love with reading, one story at a time! This is a subscription box for kids who are reading on their own. Each month’s box will have a themed book and goodies!
Bookish Box (Grades 3-5)
Tue, Mar 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)
Tue, Mar 10, 9:05pm - 9:15pm
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.
My First Storytime (0-23 Months with Caregiver)
Wed, Mar 11, 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. 
This event is full
AARP Tax Preparation Appointments
Wed, Mar 11, 9:30am - 10:45am
Trained AARP volunteers will be offering free tax preparation appointments for anyone with individual Federal and State of Illinois returns.
This event is full
Stories at the Nature Center (Families)
Wed, Mar 11, 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, Mar 11, 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
AARP Tax Preparation Appointments
Wed, Mar 11, 10:45am - 12:00pm
Trained AARP volunteers will be offering free tax preparation appointments for anyone with individual Federal and State of Illinois returns.
This event is full
AARP Tax Preparation Appointments
Wed, Mar 11, 12:30pm - 1:45pm
Trained AARP volunteers will be offering free tax preparation appointments for anyone with individual Federal and State of Illinois returns.
This event is full
Ukulele Strum & Sing
Wed, Mar 11, 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, Mar 11, 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, Mar 11, 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!
Build Your Own Leprechaun Trap (K-2)
Wed, Mar 11, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Drop in for hands-on creativity and magical mischief! Kids will create and decorate their very own leprechaun traps using craft supplies, imagination, and a sprinkle of St. Patrick’s Day fun!
Library Board Meeting
Wed, Mar 11, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Huntley Community Room
Library Board Meeting
Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)
Thu, Mar 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.
Homeschool Hangout (K-8)
Thu, Mar 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Helen Gale Room,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.
Homeschool Club: Hour of Code (grades 4-8)
Thu, Mar 12, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Helen Gale Room
Hey homeschoolers Ready to unlock the power of coding? Come join us for an Hour of Code!
Perler Bead Workshop (Grades 6-8)
Thu, Mar 12, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
STC Underground
Make a lucky charm keychain with Perler Beads!Register
AARP Tax Preparation Appointments
Fri, Mar 13, 9:30am - 10:45am
Trained AARP volunteers will be offering free tax preparation appointments for anyone with individual Federal and State of Illinois returns.
This event is full
Marching Forward! (Ages 0-5 with Caregiver)
Fri, Mar 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Helen Gale Room,Youth Services
Let's March forward into spring! Try out your gross motor skills and get creative. We will have activities just for little ones 5 and under. Stop by any time during the program to participate.
AARP Tax Preparation Appointments
Fri, Mar 13, 10:45am - 12:00pm
Trained AARP volunteers will be offering free tax preparation appointments for anyone with individual Federal and State of Illinois returns.
This event is full
AARP Tax Preparation Appointments
Fri, Mar 13, 12:30pm - 1:45pm
Trained AARP volunteers will be offering free tax preparation appointments for anyone with individual Federal and State of Illinois returns.
This event is full
Teen Open Mic Night  (Grades 9-12)
Fri, Mar 13, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
Preform your music, poetry, or show off your other amazing talents during Teen Open Mic Night! 
St. Charles Writers Group
Sat, Mar 14, 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.
Plant Propagation Station - Craft of the Month
Sat, Mar 14, 10:00am - 11:30am
Computer Lab,STC Creative
Learn to use Xtool Studio software to design a cute propagation station for your wall
This event is full
Pi Day! (Families)
Sat, Mar 14, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Helen Gale Room
Come celebrate everyone’s favorite mathematical constant — π (Pi) — at the library! Drop in for a scavenger hunt and passive programs for all ages.
Online Safety for Seniors - Computer Instruction
Sun, Mar 15, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Computer Lab
Learn to identify common online scams and apply effective safety practices while navigating email, social media platforms, and everyday websites.
Sunday Concert: The Peacock Trio
Sun, Mar 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
Join us for a special performance by The Peacock Trio, featuring the enchanting combination of flute, harp, and viola.
Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)
Mon, Mar 16, 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.
Weather Dot Art (Ages 2-3 with Caregiver)
Mon, Mar 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Helen Gale Room
Use dot paints and dot stickers to create weather themed art. Join any time during the program.
2 & 3 Year Old Storytime (with Caregiver)
Mon, Mar 16, 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 - In Such Good Company by Carol Burnett
Mon, Mar 16, 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.
My First Storytime (0-23 months with Caregiver)
Tue, Mar 17, 9:30am - 10:00am
Miller Haase Community Room
Connect with your baby for an interactive and engaging story time session full of songs, rhymes and stories! Please register baby only. 
Plant Propagation Station - Craft of the Month
Tue, Mar 17, 10:00am - 11:30am
Computer Lab,STC Creative
Learn to use Xtool Studio software to design a cute propagation station for your wall
This event is full
2 & 3 Year Old Storytime (with Caregiver)
Tue, Mar 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
American Mahjong
Tue, Mar 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
Join us for a weekly mahjong meetup.
Charmed! (Grades 9-12)
Tue, Mar 17, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
The Loft
Make rainbow bag charms to bring you luck! 
March Book Madness Viewing (Families)
Tue, Mar 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Helen Gale Room
D303 families are encouraged to stop by the Library to view the current March Book Madness book videos.
My First Storytime (0-23 months with Caregiver)
Tue, Mar 17, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Connect with your baby for an interactive and engaging story time session full of songs, rhymes and stories! Please register baby only. 
My First Storytime (0-23 Months with Caregiver)
Wed, Mar 18, 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. 
AARP Tax Preparation Appointments
Wed, Mar 18, 9:30am - 10:45am
Trained AARP volunteers will be offering free tax preparation appointments for anyone with individual Federal and State of Illinois returns.
This event is full
2 & 3 Year Old Storytime (with Caregiver)
Wed, Mar 18, 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
AARP Tax Preparation Appointments
Wed, Mar 18, 10:45am - 12:00pm
Trained AARP volunteers will be offering free tax preparation appointments for anyone with individual Federal and State of Illinois returns.
This event is full
AARP Tax Preparation Appointments
Wed, Mar 18, 12:30pm - 1:45pm
Trained AARP volunteers will be offering free tax preparation appointments for anyone with individual Federal and State of Illinois returns.
This event is full
Ukulele Strum & Sing
Wed, Mar 18, 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)
Mystery Pop-Up (Grades 6-8)
Wed, Mar 18, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Rocket Fizz
Find the middle school librarian out in the wild of St. Charles!
Girls Who Code Club (Grades 9-12) 
Wed, Mar 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Computer Lab
Tackle creative coding projects and build tech skills in a fun computer coding club for all aspiring girls who code. 
LEGO Club (Grades K-5)
Wed, Mar 18, 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!
Board Game Night
Wed, Mar 18, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Huntley Community Room
Join us to play games like Catan, Ticket to Ride, and other modern games.
Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)
Thu, Mar 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.
Barnyard Books (Families)
Thu, Mar 19, 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
Genealogy Research at the Library - Afternoons
Thu, Mar 19, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
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?
Found Poetry Workshop (Grades 3-5)
Thu, Mar 19, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Helen Gale Room
Create your own poem using words and phrases “found” in magazines, newspapers, and books, then arrange them into a unique piece of art.
First Four (Grades 9-12)
Thu, Mar 19, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
Get in the game... literally! Go head-to-head in a First 4 basketball tournament. 
Sublimation Puzzle - 5 Min Make
Thu, Mar 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
STC Creative
Transfer pre-printed image onto a blank puzzle
Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Small Business Owners - with Professor Joe Tungol
Thu, Mar 19, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Huntley Community Room
Artificial intelligence isn’t just for big tech—it can help small businesses save time, attract customers, and work smarter.
Forever Young Adult Book Club - Snowglobe by Park Soyoung
Thu, Mar 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Study Room 5
A club for adults to read and discuss popular YA titles.
Great Decisions - Trump Tariffs and the Future of the World Economy
Thu, Mar 19, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Bisbee Conference Room
Great Decisions is America’s largest discussion program on world affairs.
Beyond the Page with Percival Everett - Illinois Libraries Present
Thu, Mar 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Industrious, irreverent, humble–though he may deny the accusation–Percival Everett, like his fiction, defies categorization.Register
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