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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 "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.

Full
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.
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Virtual Author Visit: The Creative and Compassionate Art of Seeing Others Deeply with David Brooks

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual Event at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Lecture/ Presentation
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join the Virtual Author Talk from home, on a computer or smart phone.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Virtual Event
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Lecture/ Presentation
Event Details:

Join the Virtual Author Talk from home, on a computer or smart phone.

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.

 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Great Reading Challenge Wrap Party

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Auditorium at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion/ Club
Age Group:
Adults

Adults 18 and over who participated in The Great Reading Challenge of 2025 are invited to the GRC Wrap Party. Enjoy snacks, get a free book and tell us about your favorite reads of 2025.

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

Adults 18 and over who participated in The Great Reading Challenge of 2025 are invited to the GRC Wrap Party. Enjoy snacks, get a free book and tell us about your favorite reads of 2025.

This event is in the "Children" group

Book Maker's Lab

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

January is International Creativity Month, so come show your creativity at the library! In this program, your creativity and imagination will be brought to life through writing and drawing while creating your own book/story!

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

January is International Creativity Month, so come show your creativity at the library! In this program, your creativity and imagination will be brought to life through writing and drawing while creating your own book/story!

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

LEGO Challenge

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Auditorium at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming/ Social Activity
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Families

Calling all LEGO® fans! Come to the library to build, create, and have fun. The library provides the LEGOs®, and you provide the know-how! Donations of LEGOs® are appreciated. LEGO® creations will be exhibited in the library.

Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Families
Program Type: Gaming/ Social Activity
Event Details:

Calling all LEGO® fans! Come to the library to build, create, and have fun. The library provides the LEGOs®, and you provide the know-how! Donations of LEGOs® are appreciated. LEGO® creations will be exhibited in the library.

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

Family Book Bingo

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Auditorium at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming/ Social Activity
Age Group:
Children, Families

Ages 4 -16. Grab your family and head on down to try your luck at Book Bingo! We have great hardcover and paperback books for prizes. Registration is not required.

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

Ages 4 -16. Grab your family and head on down to try your luck at Book Bingo! We have great hardcover and paperback books for prizes. Registration is not 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.

Library Closed for Martin Luther King Day Jr. Holiday

All Day
Carnegie-Stout Public Library

Library will be Closed in Observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday

Closing
Branches:
Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Description:

Library will be Closed in Observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Braille Scavenger Hunt

All Day 1/20 - 1/31
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 "Families" group

Baby Rhyme Time

Tuesday, January 20, 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Virtual Author Visit: Nature, Art, and Service as Medicine with Journalist Julia Hotz

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual Event at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Lecture/ Presentation
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join the Virtual Author Talk from home, on a computer or smart phone.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Virtual Event
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Lecture/ Presentation
Event Details:

Join the Virtual Author Talk from home, on a computer or smart phone.

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

Foiled Again!

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Get ready to get foiled, on purpose! We will crinkle, color, outline, and turn plain aluminum into a bold, shiny design that pops.

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

Get ready to get foiled, on purpose! We will crinkle, color, outline, and turn plain aluminum into a bold, shiny design that pops.

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 "Preschool" group

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, January 21, 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.
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Coloring for Little Ones and their Adults

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Children

Bring your favorite big person to this calming, bonding activity that fosters creativity and conversation.

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

Bring your favorite big person to this calming, bonding activity that fosters creativity and conversation.

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 "Teens" group

Fleece Mittens

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Learn how to use a sewing machine to make some cozy mittens for yourself or someone special. All Materials are provided. No prior sewing experience is needed.

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

Learn how to use a sewing machine to make some cozy mittens for yourself or someone special. All Materials are provided. No prior sewing experience is needed.