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Smart Charitable Giving in a New Tax Landscape
2026-09-30 18:30:00 2026-09-30 20:00:00 America/Chicago Smart Charitable Giving in a New Tax Landscape Whether you're building a charitable legacy, supporting causes you care about today, or planning for the future, understanding the tax implications of giving can help maximize your impact. St. Charles Public Library - Huntley Community Room

Wednesday, September 30
6:30pm - 8:00pm

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St. Charles Public Library

Huntley Community Room

Whether you're building a charitable legacy, supporting causes you care about today, or planning for the future, understanding the tax implications of giving can help maximize your impact.

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Local nonprofits Tri City Health Partnership and TriCity Family Services have partnered to invite Keller Peterson Wealth Advisors, Inc. and My Advisor & Planner for an educational seminar exploring charitable giving strategies available under today's tax laws. Topics will include donor-advised funds (DAFs), qualified charitable distributions (QCDs), and charitable deduction planning strategies that may benefit both itemizers and non-itemizers. You'll learn how these tools can help align your philanthropic goals with your overall financial plan while potentially increasing the value of your charitable contributions.

Designed for donors of all ages and giving levels, this session will provide practical insights to help you make informed decisions about your charitable giving in a changing tax environment.

Please note that this presentation is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, or financial advice.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Programs |

TAGS: | Personal Finance |

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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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0–2-Year-Old Baby Storytime (with Caregiver)
Wed, Sep 16, 9:30am - 10:15am
Miller Haase Community Room
Connect with your baby in this interactive and engaging storytime designed for early bonding and shared discovery. Please register baby only. 
2-3 Year-Old Toddler Storytime (with Caregiver)
Wed, Sep 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Miller Haase Community Room
Join us for this interactive storytime designed for toddlers and their parents/caregivers.
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Ukulele Strum & Sing
Wed, Sep 16, 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)
Ukulele Concert
Wed, Sep 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Huntley Community Room
The library’s own St. Charles Strummers are celebrating their 2nd Anniversary with a live performance showcasing what they’ve learned!
4–5-Year-Old Preschooler Storytime (Independent)
Wed, Sep 16, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Helen Gale Room
In this independent storytime, we will build social-emotional skills, increase attention span, and encourage active participation! Please register child only.
Library Lounge (Grades 6-8)
Wed, Sep 16, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Helen Gale Room
A study and hangout space specifically for middle schoolers.
Board Game Night
Wed, Sep 16, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Huntley Community Room
Join us to play games like Catan, Ticket to Ride, and other modern games.
0–2-Year-Old Baby Storytime (with Caregiver)
Wed, Sep 16, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Connect with your baby in this interactive and engaging storytime designed for early bonding and shared discovery. Please register baby only. 
Drop-In Family Storytime (with Caregiver)
Thu, Sep 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Miller Haase Community Room
Family Storytime welcomes children of all ages and their caregivers for a shared learning experience. Together, we enjoy books, songs, and movement activities.
Career Fair - Meet with Local Employers
Thu, Sep 17, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Huntley Community Room
Drop by our Career Fair, hosted with workNet Batavia, to meet local employers hiring for a variety of positions.
Homeschool Hangout (Families)
Thu, Sep 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Helen Gale Room,Miller Haase Community Room
Homeschool families come learn about our monthly topic with an informational segment and hands-on activities. Suitable for grades K-8.
Beaded Corn (Grades 3-5)
Thu, Sep 17, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Make some corn out of pipe cleaners with us at the Library! Make traditional looking corn or make it as colorful as you wish!
Family Book Tasting (Families)
Thu, Sep 17, 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!
Great Decisions - Ukraine and European Security
Thu, Sep 17, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Bisbee Conference Room
Great Decisions is America’s largest discussion program on world affairs.
Awesome Australia
Thu, Sep 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Huntley Community Room
G’day, mate! With his tapestry of original photographs and deep well of stories, world traveler Brian Michalski illuminates ten months of backpacking and working in the Land Down Under.
Forever Young Adult Book Club - How to Survive a Horror Movie by Scarlett Dunmore
Thu, Sep 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Study Room 5
A club for adults to read and discuss popular YA titles.
How to Use Your iPhone - Computer Instruction
Fri, Sep 18, 10:00am - 11:30am
Computer Lab
Beginner-friendly training covering essential iPhone skills including calls, texting, photos, apps, and safety basics.
Barnyard Books (Families)
Fri, Sep 18, 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
Teen Open Mic Night (Grades 9-12)
Fri, Sep 18, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
Preform your music, poetry, or show off your other amazing talents during Teen Open Mic Night!
Friday Night Family Storytime (All Ages with Caregiver)
Fri, Sep 18, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Kickstart your family weekend with stories, music, and movement!
Chenille Sunflower - Craft of the Month
Sat, Sep 19, 10:30am - 12:00pm
STC Creative
Project includes a laser cut wood pot.
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Come Feast at Your Library (Grades K-5) - Book and Food Tasting
Sat, Sep 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Join us for an afternoon treat as we read and try different foods to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month.
En honor del Día de la Independencia Mexicana - D33 Ballet Folklórico
Sat, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Huntley Community Room
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The Maker Table - DIY Craft
Sun, Sep 20, 12:30pm - 4:30pm
STC Creative
Fresh rosemary and oranges combine to make fragrant and beautiful table decor.
Parking & Playing with Cars (Ages 0-5 with Caregiver)
Sun, Sep 20, 12:30pm - 4:00pm
Helen Gale Room
Attention vehicle obsessed little ones! Stop by the Library anytime from 12:30-4 to play with cars on our pretend ramps and roadways.
Voter Registration
Sun, Sep 20, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Bisbee Conference Room
Kane County residents 18 years and older can register to vote at the Library. 
Off the Record (Grades 9-12)
Sun, Sep 20, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
The Loft
Hang in The Loft and listen to deep cuts from the Library's vinyl collection. 
Drop-In Family Storytime (with Caregiver)
Mon, Sep 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Miller Haase Community Room
Family Storytime welcomes children of all ages and their caregivers for a shared learning experience. Together, we enjoy books, songs, and movement activities.
2-3-Year-Old Toddler Storytime (with Caregiver)
Mon, Sep 21, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Join us for this interactive storytime designed for toddlers and their parents/caregivers. The program will include songs and movement, followed by a story. Please register child only.
Sense of Humor Book Club - Carson the Magnificent by Bill Zehme
Mon, Sep 21, 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.
0–2-Year-Old Baby Storytime (with Caregiver)
Tue, Sep 22, 9:30am - 10:15am
Miller Haase Community Room
Connect with your baby in this interactive and engaging storytime designed for early bonding and shared discovery. Please register baby only. 
2-3 Year-Old Toddler Storytime (with Caregiver)
Tue, Sep 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Miller Haase Community Room
Join us for this interactive storytime designed for toddlers and their parents/caregivers.
4–5-Year-Old Preschooler Storytime (Independent)
Tue, Sep 22, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Helen Gale Room
In this independent storytime, we will build social-emotional skills, increase attention span, and encourage active participation! Please register child only.
American Mahjong - Open Play
Tue, Sep 22, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
Join us for a weekly mahjong meetup.
Library Lounge (Grades 6-8)
Tue, Sep 22, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Helen Gale Room
A study and hangout space specifically for middle schoolers.
Escape Boxes (Upper Elementary Grades 3-5)
Tue, Sep 22, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Do you like to solve puzzles? Have you wanted to be a part of an escape room? Grades 3-5. Registered event.
Pete the Cat and Pizza Craft (Grades K-2)
Tue, Sep 22, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Join us at the library to hear a story about pizza and a cat! After the story we will make a pizza craft to take home. Supplies are limited.   
The Bee Gees, Saturday Night Fever & Disco Music
Tue, Sep 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Huntley Community Room
The Bee Gees, Saturday Night Fever & Disco Music - In the mid-1970s, these three cultural forces collided and changed pop culture forever. 
0–2-Year-Old Baby Storytime (with Caregiver)
Wed, Sep 23, 9:30am - 10:15am
Miller Haase Community Room
Connect with your baby in this interactive and engaging storytime designed for early bonding and shared discovery. Please register baby only. 
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Card Stamping with Heather Wnek
Wed, Sep 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Huntley Community Room
All-occasion hand stamped cards.
This event is full
2-3 Year-Old Toddler Storytime (with Caregiver)
Wed, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Miller Haase Community Room
Join us for this interactive storytime designed for toddlers and their parents/caregivers.
This event is full
4–5-Year-Old Preschooler Storytime (Independent)
Wed, Sep 23, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Helen Gale Room
In this independent storytime, we will build social-emotional skills, increase attention span, and encourage active participation! Please register child only.
Ukulele Strum & Sing
Wed, Sep 23, 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)
Library Lounge (Grades 6-8)
Wed, Sep 23, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Helen Gale Room
A study and hangout space specifically for middle schoolers.
0–2-Year-Old Baby Storytime (with Caregiver)
Wed, Sep 23, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Connect with your baby in this interactive and engaging storytime designed for early bonding and shared discovery. Please register baby only. 
Many Worlds Book Club - Kindred by Octavia E. Butler
Wed, Sep 23, 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: Kindred by Octavia E. Butler.
Genealogy Research at the Library - Mornings
Thu, Sep 24, 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?
Drop-In Family Storytime (with Caregiver)
Thu, Sep 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
Miller Haase Community Room
Family Storytime welcomes children of all ages and their caregivers for a shared learning experience. Together, we enjoy books, songs, and movement activities.
Art Club: Zentangle (Grades K-5)
Thu, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Drop in and learn about Zentangle in this independent program just for kids. Let's create beautiful art together!
STC Creative 5-Min Makes - Laminated Pressed Flower Bookmark
Thu, Sep 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
STC Creative
Create a beautiful custom bookmark using pre‑cut cardstock, dried pressed flowers, and a protective laminate finish.
Sprinkle Embroidery (Grades 9-12)
Thu, Sep 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
Join us for a sweet spin on embroidery by decorating mini cakes with sprinkles!
Pet Rocks (Grades 3-5)
Fri, Sep 25, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Come create your very own pet that you don’t have to feed, walk, or water! Decorate your pet rock with googly eyes, feathers, pipe cleaners, and more! Make it as unique and special as you are!
Friday Family Fun - Giant Game Night
Fri, Sep 25, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Helen Gale Room
Drop in to enjoy jumbo versions of your favorite games! Challenge your friends and family with giant stacking cups, Connect 4, and Jenga.
St. Charles Writers Group
Sat, Sep 26, 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.
Design-a-Button (Elementary K-5)
Sat, Sep 26, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Helen Gale Room
Kids in grades K–5, get ready for some creative fun! Drop in anytime and design your very own awesome button!
The Book Fair Cafe
Sun, Sep 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Huntley Community Room
Browse a curated selection of books while you sip delicious tea. Chat with fellow book lovers or ask the librarian for some recommendations. This month's selection: translated books.
Loose Parts Play! (Ages 0-5)
Mon, Sep 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Helen Gale Room
'Loose Parts' is using random items for open ended play. Come play with us and learn more!
Candy Corn Towers (Grades 3-5)
Mon, Sep 28, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Come become an architect at the Library! Put your skills to the test and build the tallest tower out of toothpicks and candy corn!
Loose Parts Play! (Ages 0-5)
Mon, Sep 28, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Helen Gale Room
'Loose Parts' is using random items for open ended play. Come play with us and learn more!
American Mahjong - Open Play
Tue, Sep 29, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
Join us for a weekly mahjong meetup.
Library Lounge (Grades 6-8)
Tue, Sep 29, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Helen Gale Room
A study and hangout space specifically for middle schoolers.
Shake-A-Shelf - Crafter's Workshop
Tue, Sep 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Huntley Community Room
Miniature bookcase for stress relief!
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Care Packs (Grades 9-12)
Tue, Sep 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Carnegie Community Room
Give back and gain volunteer hours as you make care packages for individuals experiencing homelessness.  
Fun with Playdough (Ages 0-5 with Caregiver)
Wed, Sep 30, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Helen Gale Room
Free play with Playdough, tool sets, and accessories. Drop in anytime between 9:30 am - 12:30 pm. Space is limited.
Ukulele Strum & Sing
Wed, Sep 30, 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)
Library Lounge (Grades 6-8)
Wed, Sep 30, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Helen Gale Room
A study and hangout space specifically for middle schoolers.
STC Creative 5-Min Makes - Laminated Pressed Flower Bookmark
Wed, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
STC Creative
Create a beautiful custom bookmark using pre‑cut cardstock, dried pressed flowers, and a protective laminate finish.
Smart Charitable Giving in a New Tax Landscape
Wed, Sep 30, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Huntley Community Room
Whether you're building a charitable legacy, supporting causes you care about today, or planning for the future, understanding the tax implications of giving can help maximize your impact.
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