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Library Closed due to Christmas Holiday

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Carnegie-Stout Public Library

Library will be Closed in Observance of the Christmas Holiday

Closing
Branches:
Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Description:

Library will be Closed in Observance of the Christmas Holiday

This event is in the "Teens" group

Cup Weaving Craft - Drop-in Program

12/26/2025 @ 9:00am to 12/30/2025 @ 7:00pm
Teen Zone at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

During librarian after school hours, drop in to the Teen Zone for a variety of activities.

Weave away in the Teen Zone with this simple yet fun craft. Create a decorative cup out of yarn to store small trinkets.

Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Teen Zone
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

During librarian after school hours, drop in to the Teen Zone for a variety of activities.

Weave away in the Teen Zone with this simple yet fun craft. Create a decorative cup out of yarn to store small trinkets.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Llama Palette Party

Friday, December 26, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Program Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Bring a burst of color to your winter with a llama-themed painting session! We'll follow a step-by-step video tutorial to create a fun, festive llama on canvas - perfect for beginners!

Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring a burst of color to your winter with a llama-themed painting session! We'll follow a step-by-step video tutorial to create a fun, festive llama on canvas - perfect for beginners!

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission for Youth

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, contact the department in the Library having this program.

Library Closed due to New Year's Holiday

All Day 12/31 - 1/1
Carnegie-Stout Public Library

Library will be closed on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 for New Year's Eve, and Thursday, January 1, 2026 for New Year's Day Observance.

Closing
Branches:
Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Description:

Library will be closed on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 for New Year's Eve, and Thursday, January 1, 2026 for New Year's Day Observance.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Braille Scavenger Hunt

All Day 1/2 - 1/18
Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming/ Social Activity
Age Group:
All Ages

Celebrate National Braille Literacy Month by finding and feeling Braille letters hidden throughout the children’s area. Solve the riddle to earn a small prize while learning about accessible reading. For all ages.

Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Gaming/ Social Activity
Event Details:

Celebrate National Braille Literacy Month by finding and feeling Braille letters hidden throughout the children’s area. Solve the riddle to earn a small prize while learning about accessible reading. For all ages.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Upcycled Mug Cozies

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Give an old sock a new purpose! Create your own custom mug cozy with simple hand-sewing or hot glue. Add buttons, felt, or your own creative touches for a one-of-a-kind design. You may bring a lone sock but supplies will be provided.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Give an old sock a new purpose! Create your own custom mug cozy with simple hand-sewing or hot glue. Add buttons, felt, or your own creative touches for a one-of-a-kind design. You may bring a lone sock but supplies will be provided.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission for Youth

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, contact the department in the Library having this program.
This event is in the "Children" group

Beginning Chapter Book Club

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion/ Club
Age Group:
Children

Do you like Magic Tree House, Junie B. Jones or Nate the Great books? Are you in 1st, 2nd or 3rd grade? If so, this book club is for you! We will talk about the book, then participate in an enjoyable activity or craft. 

Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Discussion/ Club
Event Details:

Do you like Magic Tree House, Junie B. Jones or Nate the Great books? Are you in 1st, 2nd or 3rd grade? If so, this book club is for you! We will talk about the book, then participate in an enjoyable activity or craft. 

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission for Youth

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, contact the department in the Library having this program.
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Pokémon Club

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Auditorium at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion/ Club, Gaming/ Social Activity
Age Group:
Children, Families

Meet other Pokémon trainers at Pokémon Club! Trading Card Game, Nintendo Switch, and Pokémon Go gamers are all welcome. Parents are also welcome to attend.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion/ Club, Gaming/ Social Activity
Registration Required
Event Details:

Meet other Pokémon trainers at Pokémon Club! Trading Card Game, Nintendo Switch, and Pokémon Go gamers are all welcome. Parents are also welcome to attend.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission for Youth

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, contact the department in the Library having this program.
This event is in the "Adults" group

Upcycle Your Glass with Zoë & Danny *VIRTUAL*

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual Event at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Lecture/ Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

Join Zoe & Danny from Dubuque Glass Recycling from the comfort of your own home for a virtual class where you can learn how to use your own recycled glass to create DIY upcycled goods.

Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Virtual Event
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Lecture/ Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Zoe & Danny from Dubuque Glass Recycling from the comfort of your own home for a virtual class where you can learn how to use your own recycled glass to create DIY upcycled goods.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Stamp Carving Workshop

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Looking for a creative way to express yourself? Join us to learn how to turn your ideas into custom stamps you can use for art, journals, and more! All tools and materials are provided. Take home your own uniquely carved stamp.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Looking for a creative way to express yourself? Join us to learn how to turn your ideas into custom stamps you can use for art, journals, and more! All tools and materials are provided. Take home your own uniquely carved stamp.

This event is in the "Adults" group

★ Free Movie! Bugonia

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Auditorium at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Movie/ Films
Age Group:
Adults

Free movie, Bugonia (2025). Black Comedy. Directed by Yorgos Lanthimos. Starring Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons. 1 hour 58 minutes.

Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie/ Films
Event Details:

Free movie, Bugonia (2025). Black Comedy. Directed by Yorgos Lanthimos. Starring Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons. 1 hour 58 minutes.

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Lollipops & Music for Our Preschoolers Concert

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Auditorium at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Music/ Dance/ Performance
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Families

The L.&M.O.P. concert series is for preschool children and their families. Children will leave each concert with a greater appreciation of music and a lollipop to enjoy!

Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Families
Program Type: Music/ Dance/ Performance
Event Details:

The L.&M.O.P. concert series is for preschool children and their families. Children will leave each concert with a greater appreciation of music and a lollipop to enjoy!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photo Permission for Youth

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, contact the department in the Library having this program.
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Reading with Rover

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Program Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Children

Dogs love stories but can’t read to themselves!  Children in kindergarten through third grade are welcome to read a short book to a dog in the Youth Services program room.  Please do not bring your own pet; we will provide kid-friendly d

Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Dogs love stories but can’t read to themselves!  Children in kindergarten through third grade are welcome to read a short book to a dog in the Youth Services program room.  Please do not bring your own pet; we will provide kid-friendly d

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission for Youth

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, contact the department in the Library having this program.
This event is in the "Adults" group

Dubuque Shakespeare Project

Sunday, January 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Program Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion/ Club
Age Group:
Adults

Join Sunil Malapati as the Dubuque Shakespeare Project holds discussions regarding Shakespeare's tragedies and comedies.

Julius Ceasar

Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion/ Club
Event Details:

Join Sunil Malapati as the Dubuque Shakespeare Project holds discussions regarding Shakespeare's tragedies and comedies.

Julius Ceasar

This event is in the "Families" group

Toddler Time

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Program Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Families

These 20-minute programs feature short stories, songs, and movement activities for children ages 18 to 35 months with a favorite adult. Adult participation is a must.

Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

These 20-minute programs feature short stories, songs, and movement activities for children ages 18 to 35 months with a favorite adult. Adult participation is a must.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
This event is in the "Families" group

Toddler Time

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Program Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Families

These 20-minute programs feature short stories, songs, and movement activities for children ages 18 to 35 months with a favorite adult. Adult participation is a must.

Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

These 20-minute programs feature short stories, songs, and movement activities for children ages 18 to 35 months with a favorite adult. Adult participation is a must.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
This event is in the "Adults" group

Dementia Simulation Experience

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Auditorium at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Lecture/ Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

More than six million Americans live with some form of dementia which impacts more than just their memory.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture/ Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

More than six million Americans live with some form of dementia which impacts more than just their memory.

This event is in the "Families" group

Baby Rhyme Time

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Program Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Families

Children ages birth to 18 months and a favorite adult will hear stories, rhymes, and songs during this interactive program. This program gives your child the opportunity to hear diverse vocabulary while you get to know other families.

Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Children ages birth to 18 months and a favorite adult will hear stories, rhymes, and songs during this interactive program. This program gives your child the opportunity to hear diverse vocabulary while you get to know other families.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Envision 2030 - Book and Build - Expand Library Services Meeting

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Auditorium at Carnegie-Stout Public Library

Envision 2030 is a community-wide visioning process in which library services has been selected as one of the community's top ten needs.

Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Event Details:

Envision 2030 is a community-wide visioning process in which library services has been selected as one of the community's top ten needs.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Program Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool

Stories, sing-alongs, movement activities, and lots of fun—recommended for children ages 3 through 6 with a favorite adult. Adult participation is a must.

Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Stories, sing-alongs, movement activities, and lots of fun—recommended for children ages 3 through 6 with a favorite adult. Adult participation is a must.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photo Permission for Youth

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, contact the department in the Library having this program.

Friends of Library Meeting

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Board Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Private Staff
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Board Room
Program Type: Private Staff
This event is in the "Children" group

Ojo de Dios

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Ojo de Dios is a meditative craft for children that involves weaving yarn around two crossed sticks. The rhythmic process helps develop focus, fine motor skills, and hand-eye coordination.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ojo de Dios is a meditative craft for children that involves weaving yarn around two crossed sticks. The rhythmic process helps develop focus, fine motor skills, and hand-eye coordination.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission for Youth

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, contact the department in the Library having this program.
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Minecraft Mania

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Auditorium at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming/ Social Activity
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Whether or not you're a Minecraft whiz, sign up for this game-playing night to test your skills and build away. Registration is required.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Gaming/ Social Activity
Registration Required
Event Details:

Whether or not you're a Minecraft whiz, sign up for this game-playing night to test your skills and build away. Registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission for Youth

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, contact the department in the Library having this program.
This event is in the "Children" group

Beyond the Book Club

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion/ Club
Age Group:
Children

Read a new title each month and then meet up for book discussion and a unique activity related to the book.

 

Please register and pick up books at the Children’s Help Desk.

 

Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Discussion/ Club
Event Details:

Read a new title each month and then meet up for book discussion and a unique activity related to the book.

 

Please register and pick up books at the Children’s Help Desk.