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Craft Night: Open Crafting (Grades 6-8)
2026-04-07 18:00:00 2026-04-07 20:00:00 America/Chicago Craft Night: Open Crafting (Grades 6-8) Join us for a drop in craft program! St. Charles Public Library - Helen Gale Room

Tuesday, April 07
6:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-04-07 18:00:00 2026-04-07 20:00:00 America/Chicago Craft Night: Open Crafting (Grades 6-8) Join us for a drop in craft program! St. Charles Public Library - Helen Gale Room

St. Charles Public Library

Helen Gale Room

Join us for a drop in craft program!

This month we'll have supplies for making a variety of different crafts! 

This project will take between 10 to 90 minutes, based on what craft you work on. We'll have supplies and samples available so you can try something new. 

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.
 

 
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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Tech Help Drop-in - Computer Instruction
Tue, Mar 24, 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.
American Mahjong
Tue, Mar 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
Join us for a weekly mahjong meetup.
Art Club: Just 3 Lines (Grades K-5)
Tue, Mar 24, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Drop in and transform simple lines into beautiful landscapes in this independent program just for kids. Let's create beautiful art together!
March Book Madness Viewing (Families)
Tue, Mar 24, 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.
Dewey Dishes Cookbook Club - Make it Ahead by Ina Garten
Tue, Mar 24, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
Each month, experience new recipes, sample delicious foods and discover cookbooks with our Cookbook Club.
Joyous Japan
Tue, Mar 24, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Huntley Community Room
Japan is the only country among over 60 explored that left world traveler Brian Michalski heartbroken to leave.
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AARP Tax Preparation Appointments
Wed, Mar 25, 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
AARP Tax Preparation Appointments
Wed, Mar 25, 10:45am - 12:00pm
Trained AARP volunteers will be offering free tax preparation appointments for anyone with individual Federal and State of Illinois returns.
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AARP Tax Preparation Appointments
Wed, Mar 25, 12:30pm - 1:45pm
Trained AARP volunteers will be offering free tax preparation appointments for anyone with individual Federal and State of Illinois returns.
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Ukulele Strum & Sing
Wed, Mar 25, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
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-5)
Wed, Mar 25, 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!
Plant Propagation Station - Craft of the Month
Wed, Mar 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Computer Lab,STC Creative
Learn to use Xtool Studio software to design a cute propagation station for your wall
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Ten Steps to a Smarter Tax Return - with Certified Financial Planner Karen Chan
Wed, Mar 25, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Huntley Community Room
Instead of just “doing” your taxes, take steps to manage your tax bill now and in the future.
Many Worlds Book Club - The Merge by Grace Walker
Wed, Mar 25, 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 title:
Pokémon Night (Grades 6-8)
Thu, Mar 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Come share why you choose Pokémon!
AARP Tax Preparation Appointments
Fri, Mar 27, 9:30am - 10:45am
Trained AARP volunteers will be offering free tax preparation appointments for anyone with individual Federal and State of Illinois returns.
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Baby Band (Ages 0-23 Months with Caregiver)
Fri, Mar 27, 9:30am - 10:30am
Helen Gale Room
Explore musical instruments and rhymes with your baby during this self-led program.
Online Safety for Seniors - Computer Instruction
Fri, Mar 27, 10:00am - 11:30am
Computer Lab
Learn to identify common online scams and apply effective safety practices while navigating email, social media platforms, and everyday websites.
AARP Tax Preparation Appointments
Fri, Mar 27, 10:45am - 12:00pm
Trained AARP volunteers will be offering free tax preparation appointments for anyone with individual Federal and State of Illinois returns.
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AARP Tax Preparation Appointments
Fri, Mar 27, 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
Baby Band (Ages 0-23 Months with Caregiver)
Fri, Mar 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Helen Gale Room
Explore musical instruments and rhymes with your baby during this self-led program.
St. Charles Writers Group
Sat, Mar 28, 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.
Sublimation Puzzle - 5 Min Make
Sat, Mar 28, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
STC Creative
Transfer pre-printed image onto a blank puzzle
Sunday Concert: Elgin Symphony Orchestra Woodwind Trio
Sun, Mar 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
The ESO Woodwind Trio features principal woodwind musicians from the Elgin Symphony Orchestra on flute, clarinet, and bassoon.
Quiet Coloring (Families)
Mon, Mar 30, 9:30am - 4:00pm
Helen Gale Room
Calm down and cozy up while coloring at the Library. Make yourself comfortable and color along with quiet music and dimmed lighting.
Genealogy Research at the Library - Mornings
Mon, Mar 30, 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?
TBR Pop-Up- Spring Break Edition (Grades 9-12)
Mon, Mar 30, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
The Loft
Stop by the Loft and explore new YA titles to read during Spring Break.
Build a Fort (Grades 6-8)
Mon, Mar 30, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Take over the entire room with one epic fort!
Tech Help Drop-in - Computer Instruction
Tue, Mar 31, 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.
American Mahjong
Tue, Mar 31, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
Join us for a weekly mahjong meetup.
Create-a-Button (K-5)
Tue, Mar 31, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Helen Gale Room
Kids in grades K–5, get ready for some creative fun! Drop in anytime and design your very own awesome button!
Drive-In Movie (PreK Ages 3-5 with Caregiver)
Tue, Mar 31, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Helen Gale Room,Miller Haase Community Room
Stop by the library to design a car and watch a show! Registration required.
StoryWalk® (All Ages)
Wed, Apr 01, All day
Come and enjoy the great outdoors and a great story all month long!
AARP Tax Preparation Appointments
Wed, Apr 01, 9:30am - 10:45am
Trained AARP volunteers will be offering free tax preparation appointments for anyone with individual Federal and State of Illinois returns.
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April Fools Shenanigans (Families)
Wed, Apr 01, 10:00am - 7:00pm
Youth Services
Celebrate April Fool’s Day with silly activities around the Youth Department!
Embroidered Cards - Craft of the Month
Wed, Apr 01, 10:00am - 11:30am
STC Creative
Embellish cards with embroidery
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AARP Tax Preparation Appointments
Wed, Apr 01, 10:45am - 12:00pm
Trained AARP volunteers will be offering free tax preparation appointments for anyone with individual Federal and State of Illinois returns.
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April Fools Shenanigans (Families)
Wed, Apr 01, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Helen Gale Room
Celebrate April Fool’s Day with silly activities around the Youth Department!
AARP Tax Preparation Appointments
Wed, Apr 01, 12:30pm - 1:45pm
Trained AARP volunteers will be offering free tax preparation appointments for anyone with individual Federal and State of Illinois returns.
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Ukulele Strum & Sing
Wed, Apr 01, 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)
Celebrate Happy!  (Grades 9-12)
Wed, Apr 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
The Loft
Design and paint your own craft paper celebration sign to highlight all your fun moments.
LEGO Club (Grades K-5)
Wed, Apr 01, 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 - Separate Tables (1958)
Wed, Apr 01, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Huntley Community Room
Join us for a monthly film on the big screen! This month's film is Separate Tables (1958).
KEVA Plank Building Challenge (Families)
Thu, Apr 02, 9:30am - 1:00pm
Helen Gale Room
Test your skyscraper building skills with wooden KEVA planks. Try to build the highest tower of the day! Drop by any time and try out different challenges or build your own creation.
Family Book Tasting (Families)
Thu, Apr 02, 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!
Tales and Ales
Thu, Apr 02, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Never book discussion as usual! Join us as we discuss uncommon selections over brews at our book discussion geared toward people in their 20s-40s.
AARP Tax Preparation Appointments
Fri, Apr 03, 9:30am - 10:45am
Trained AARP volunteers will be offering free tax preparation appointments for anyone with individual Federal and State of Illinois returns.
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Twin Leaf Tales (Families)
Fri, Apr 03, 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, Apr 03, 10:45am - 12:00pm
Trained AARP volunteers will be offering free tax preparation appointments for anyone with individual Federal and State of Illinois returns.
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Culture Shock Chicago Dance & Music (Families)
Fri, Apr 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Huntley Community Room
Get ready for an energetic, family-friendly performance that brings music, movement, and community to life! Space is LIMITED!
AARP Tax Preparation Appointments
Fri, Apr 03, 12:30pm - 1:45pm
Trained AARP volunteers will be offering free tax preparation appointments for anyone with individual Federal and State of Illinois returns.
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Sprayed Book Edges (Grades 9-12)
Fri, Apr 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
Use an Airbrush tool to create a limited-edition book for your collection! 
Stuffy Sleepover Drop Off (Families)
Fri, Apr 03, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Youth Services Desk
Bring your stuffed animal off at the Library for the annual Stuffy Sleepover. Will the stuffies stay out of trouble and go to sleep this time?
Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)
Fri, Apr 03, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Miller Haase Community Room
This program is filled with stories, music and movement! Space is limited.
Stuffy Pickup and Storytime (Families)
Sat, Apr 04, 9:30am - 10:00am
Miller Haase Community Room
The stuffed animals are ready to go home! Come pick up your stuffy and stay for a Special Stuffy Storytime with stories, songs, and games.
Library Closed
Sun, Apr 05, All day
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Felted Whimsical Mushroom Pin Cushion - Adult Grab ‘N’ Go Kit
Mon, Apr 06, All day
Cozy Crafting!
Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)
Mon, Apr 06, 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 06, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Interactive storytime for children and their parents/caregivers! Please only register your child.
Introduction to AI - Computer Instruction
Mon, Apr 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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.
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My First Storytime (0-23 months with Caregiver)
Tue, Apr 07, 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 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Miller Haase Community Room
Interactive storytime for children and their parents/caregivers! Please only register your child.
Admin Payroll Presentation
Tue, Apr 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Study Room 3
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Art Club: Crayon Transfer Drawings (Grades K-5)
Tue, Apr 07, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Drop in and learn in this independent program just for kids. Using the crayon transfer technique, reveal colorful designs on paper. Let's create beautiful art together!
My First Storytime (0-23 months with Caregiver)
Tue, Apr 07, 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. 
Craft Night: Open Crafting (Grades 6-8)
Tue, Apr 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Helen Gale Room
Join us for a drop in craft program!
Decorative Wood Sign - 5 Min Make
Tue, Apr 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
STC Creative
Choose a pre-cut vinyl quote and transfer it onto a blank wooden sign.
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