Name: Family Escape Boxes (Families)
Start: 2026-04-22T18:00
End: 2026-04-22T19:00:00-05:00
Location: St. Charles Public Library

Family Escape Boxes (Families)

2026-04-22 18:00:00 2026-04-22 19:00:00 America/Chicago Family Escape Boxes (Families) Can your family solve the puzzles and save the Earth? Register and find out! St. Charles Public Library - Miller Haase Community Room

Wednesday, April 22
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-04-22 18:00:00 2026-04-22 19:00:00 America/Chicago Family Escape Boxes (Families) Can your family solve the puzzles and save the Earth? Register and find out! St. Charles Public Library - Miller Haase Community Room

St. Charles Public Library

Miller Haase Community Room

Can your family solve the puzzles and save the Earth? Register and find out!

Families are encouraged to bring another family with to help them solve the puzzles and save the Earth. In this Earth Day themed activity, we will have 2 levels of play! If your family is full of puzzle-pros, we have The Green Team. If you are novice puzzlers, we have Breakout the Earth.

This is registered event, please register as a family and indicate how many players you have. If you are registering with another family, we can put you on the same escape box.

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 March 15th.

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St. Charles Public Library

Hours

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

My First Storytime (0-23 Months with Caregiver)

Wed, Apr 08, 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, Apr 08, 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, Apr 08, 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, Apr 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Miller Haase Community Room

Interactive storytime for children and their parents/caregivers! Please only register your child.

AARP Tax Preparation Appointments

Wed, Apr 08, 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, Apr 08, 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, Apr 08, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Carnegie Community Room,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)

1:17 Again (Grades 9-12)

Wed, Apr 08, 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, Apr 08, 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!

Library Board Meeting

Wed, Apr 08, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Huntley Community Room

Library Board Meeting

Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)

Thu, Apr 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.

Tech Help Drop-in - Computer Instruction

Thu, Apr 09, 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.

Library Lounge (Grades 6-8)

Thu, Apr 09, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Helen Gale Room

Middle Schooler only space to study after school!

Budgeting & Savings Basics - Financial Fitness 2026

Thu, Apr 09, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Online via Zoom

Ryan Decker breaks down the basics of personal finance: budgeting, introductory saving, and investment strategies. Register

AARP Tax Preparation Appointments

Fri, Apr 10, 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

Pattern Practice (Toddler Ages 2-3 with Caregiver)

Fri, Apr 10, 10:00am - 11:00am

Helen Gale Room

Let’s explore very beginning numeracy skills together! Drop in and practice sorting and patterns with us.

AARP Tax Preparation Appointments

Fri, Apr 10, 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, Apr 10, 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

DIY Soap Making (Grades 6-12)

Fri, Apr 10, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Primrose Farm

Enjoy a spring afternoon at Primrose Farm.Register

The Book was Better Film Club (Grades 9-12) - The Maze Runner

Fri, Apr 10, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

The Loft

Join other fans of books made into movies. Watch, snack, and talk books!

Good Luck in the Real World - Poetry Reading

Fri, Apr 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Carnegie Community Room

Join us for a stirring night of poetry as local author Adrienne Novy celebrates the release of her latest collection, "good luck in the real world". With a special feature, Matt Johnson.

Bookish Box (Grades 3-5)

Fri, Apr 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!

Registration is now closed

Rising Readers (Grades K-2)

Fri, Apr 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!

Registration is now closed

Lit Loot (Grades 6-8)

Fri, Apr 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.

Registration is now closed

St. Charles Writers Group

Sat, Apr 11, 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.

Embroidered Cards - Craft of the Month

Sat, Apr 11, 10:00am - 11:30am

STC Creative

Embellish cards with embroidery

This event is full

Annual Poetry Reading

Sat, Apr 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Huntley Community Room

Join us as we celebrate National Poetry Month with a poetry reading by talented local poets.

Introduction to AI - Computer Instruction

Sun, Apr 12, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Computer Lab

Learn what Artificial Intelligence is, how it works, and what key terms like machine learning and large language models mean, along with the benefits and limitations of using AI.

This event is full

Sunday Concert: Lakeshore Rush

Sun, Apr 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Carnegie Community Room

Lakeshore Rush is comprised of extraordinary musicians from Chicago who delight audiences of all ages with riveting contemporary and classical standards and forgotten masterpieces.

Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)

Mon, Apr 13, 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) - Rap

Mon, Apr 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

The Loft

Each month listen to a different musical genre! Hang in the Loft as you listen to the Library's vinyl collection.

Maker Monday – Painted Flowerpots (Grades K-5)

Mon, Apr 13, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Helen Gale Room

Stop by the library to paint a flowerpot! Registration required.

2 & 3 Year Old Storytime (with Caregiver)

Mon, Apr 13, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Miller Haase Community Room

Interactive storytime for children and their parents/caregivers! Please only register your child.

Buying a Home -- The Basics - Financial Fitness 2026

Mon, Apr 13, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Online via Zoom

Owning a home takes a lot of time, money, and energy, so not only is it important to be educated about the process, but also about home ownership. Register

My First Storytime (0-23 months with Caregiver)

Tue, Apr 14, 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 - Culpability by Bruce Holsinger

Tue, Apr 14, 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.

Tech Help Drop-in - Computer Instruction

Tue, Apr 14, 10:00am - 11:30am

Computer Lab

Get help using your device to access eBooks, social media, email, and more. Bring your questions and your device.

2 & 3 Year Old Storytime (with Caregiver)

Tue, Apr 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Miller Haase Community Room

Interactive storytime for children and their parents/caregivers! Please only register your child.

American Mahjong - Open Play

Tue, Apr 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Miller Haase Community Room

Join us for a weekly mahjong meetup.

One-to-One Resume Review - with a Career Coach from workNet Batavia

Tue, Apr 14, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Study Room 5

Meet with a workNet Batavia Career Coach for a one-to-one review of your resume.

Flappers, Floozies and Feminists - Chicago Women and the Roaring Twenties

Tue, Apr 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Carnegie Community Room

This program, presented by historian Laurie Russell, examines how Chicago women were the epitome of the Roaring Twenties.

This event is full

One-to-One Resume Review - with a Career Coach from workNet Batavia

Tue, Apr 14, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Study Room 5

Meet with a workNet Batavia Career Coach for a one-to-one review of your resume.

One-to-One Resume Review - with a Career Coach from workNet Batavia

Tue, Apr 14, 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

My First Storytime (0-23 months with Caregiver)

Tue, Apr 14, 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.

Embroidered Cards - Craft of the Month

Tue, Apr 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

STC Creative

Embellish cards with embroidery

This event is full

Second Tuesday Book Discussion - Culpability by Bruce Holsinger

Tue, Apr 14, 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.

My First Storytime (0-23 Months with Caregiver)

Wed, Apr 15, 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, Apr 15, 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, Apr 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Miller Haase Community Room

Interactive storytime for children and their parents/caregivers! Please only register your child.

AARP Tax Preparation Appointments

Wed, Apr 15, 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, Apr 15, 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, Apr 15, 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, Apr 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Find the middle school librarian out in the wild of St. Charles!

LEGO Club (Grades K-5)

Wed, Apr 15, 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, Apr 15, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Carnegie Community Room

Join us to play games like Catan, Ticket to Ride, and other modern games.

Introduction to AI - Computer Instruction

Thu, Apr 16, 10:00am - 11:30am

Computer Lab

Learn what Artificial Intelligence is, how it works, and what key terms like machine learning and large language models mean, along with the benefits and limitations of using AI.

This event is full

Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)

Thu, Apr 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.

Barnyard Books (Families)

Thu, Apr 16, 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

Pajama-rama (Families)

Thu, Apr 16, 10:00am - 7:00pm

Helen Gale Room,Youth Services

It’s time to get comfy! Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed friend, and join us for crafts, games, and relaxation. Don’t miss this cozy celebration!

Homeschool Hangout (K-8)

Thu, Apr 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Miller Haase Community Room

We’re excited to welcome homeschooling families for a monthly adventure in learning! This is our final session for children in grades K–8.

Genealogy Research at the Library - Afternoons

Thu, Apr 16, 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?

Homeschool Club: Computer Smarts (grades 4-8)

Thu, Apr 16, 2:30pm - 3:15pm

Miller Haase Community Room

Homeschoolers come expand your computer knowledge in this fun, hands-on activity.

Tiny Words Bracelets (Grades 9-12)

Thu, Apr 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

The Loft

Words matter! Use tiny letter beads to make poetry bracelets for all your friends.

Cristina Henríquez: Voice, Culture, and Human Connection - Illinois Libraries Present

Thu, Apr 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Join critically acclaimed, bestselling author Cristina Henríquez for a compelling conversation about her work. Register

Forever Young Adult Book Club - I Am Not Jessica Chen by Ann Liang

Thu, Apr 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Study Room 5

A club for adults to read and discuss popular YA titles.

Great Decisions - U.S. China Relations

Thu, Apr 16, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Bisbee Conference Room

Great Decisions is America’s largest discussion program on world affairs.

Friends Book Sale ($5 early entry 1pm-2:30pm)

Fri, Apr 17, 2:30pm - 7:30pm

Huntley Community Room

Book Sale

Paint a Poem (Grades K-2)

Fri, Apr 17, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Miller Haase Community Room

Transform poetry into art! Hear a poem and create a painting that captures its mood and meaning.

Play and Learn for Preschoolers (Families)

Fri, Apr 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Helen Gale Room,Youth Services Desk

Spark your preschooler's curiosity at Preschool Play and Learn Night! This is a special time for children ages 3 to 5 and their grown-ups to connect, learn, and grow through play.

Friends Book Sale

Sat, Apr 18, 9:00am - 3:00pm

Huntley Community Room

Book Sale

Reading with Rover- DROP IN (Families)

Sat, Apr 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

Youth Services

Drop in and discover the joy of reading with one of the dogs from Fox Valley Therapy Dog Club!

Reading with Rover (Families)

Sat, Apr 18, 11:30am - 11:45am

Miller Haase Community Room

Discover the joy of reading with one of the dogs from Fox Valley Therapy Dog Club!

This event is full

Reading with Rover (Families)

Sat, Apr 18, 11:45am - 12:00pm

Miller Haase Community Room

Discover the joy of reading with one of the dogs from Fox Valley Therapy Dog Club!

Reading with Rover (Families)

Sat, Apr 18, 12:00pm - 12:15pm

Miller Haase Community Room

Discover the joy of reading with one of the dogs from Fox Valley Therapy Dog Club!

Reading with Rover (Families)

Sat, Apr 18, 12:15pm - 12:30pm

Miller Haase Community Room

Discover the joy of reading with one of the dogs from Fox Valley Therapy Dog Club!

Friends Book Sale

Sun, Apr 19, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Huntley Community Room

Book Sale

The Maker Table - DIY Craft

Sun, Apr 19, 12:30pm - 4:30pm

STC Creative

Paint a variety of plant and garden stakes

Decorative Wood Sign - 5 Min Make

Mon, Apr 20, 10:00am - 11:30am

STC Creative

Choose a pre-cut vinyl quote and transfer it onto a blank wooden sign.

Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)

Mon, Apr 20, 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, Apr 20, 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 - Born Standing Up by Steve Martin

Mon, Apr 20, 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, Apr 21, 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.

2 & 3 Year Old Storytime (with Caregiver)

Tue, Apr 21, 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

Art Club: Torn Paper Collage (Grades K-5)

Tue, Apr 21, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Miller Haase Community Room

Drop in and learn in this independent program just for kids. Design a collage using torn paper. All abilities and interest levels welcome. Let's create beautiful art together!

My First Storytime (0-23 months with Caregiver)

Tue, Apr 21, 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.

Nico Lang Author Event

Tue, Apr 21, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Huntley Community Room ,Library Online via Zoom

Discussion with Nico Lang, author of American Teenager: How Trans Kids Are Surviving Hate and Finding Joy in A Turbulent Era.

Retirement Reality with Jill Schlesinger - Financial Fitness 2026

Tue, Apr 21, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Online via Zoom

CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger, CFP, walks you through the specific steps necessary to get where you want to go, whether you are just starting off in your career or ready to wind down. Register

Walking Chicago's Coast - A 63-Mile Journey to the Indiana Dunes

Tue, Apr 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Celebrate Earth Month and National Parks Week with an inspiring local story, "Walking Chicago’s Coast: A 63-Mile Journey to the Indiana Dunes"! Register

My First Storytime (0-23 Months with Caregiver)

Wed, Apr 22, 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, Apr 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

Miller Haase Community Room

Interactive storytime for children and their parents/caregivers! Please only register your child.

Ukulele Strum & Sing

Wed, Apr 22, 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)