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A clipart featuring Mario from the Super Mario series on a go kart.

Mario Kart Scavenger Hunt

06/20/2025 @ 9:00am to 06/30/2025 @ 7:00pm
Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Exhibit, Gaming/ Social Activity
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Teens, Families

Racers, start your engines! Get ready to race through the Children’s Department to find your favorite Mario Kart characters. If you locate all nine characters, you could earn a small prize.  

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

Racers, start your engines! Get ready to race through the Children’s Department to find your favorite Mario Kart characters. If you locate all nine characters, you could earn a small prize.  

Clipart of clouds and a smiling sun overlook the Bridge to Reading Logo (rainbow-colored books arching through the silhouette of the state of Iowa)

Bridge to Reading Party!

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Auditorium at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Children

Enjoy hands-on activity stations, tasty treats, and all kinds of fun as you explore this year’s Bridge to Reading Picture Book Award nominees! Vote for your favorite story and enter for your chance to win a copy of all ten amazing titles.

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

Enjoy hands-on activity stations, tasty treats, and all kinds of fun as you explore this year’s Bridge to Reading Picture Book Award nominees! Vote for your favorite story and enter for your chance to win a copy of all ten amazing titles.

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.
Clipart of children making crafts at a table.

Drop-in Craft Table

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Program Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gaming/ Social Activity
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Families

Stop by each week in the Children's Department and create a simple yet fun craft. Crafts best for ages 2 - 5 and will be led by our summer teen volunteers.

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

Stop by each week in the Children's Department and create a simple yet fun craft. Crafts best for ages 2 - 5 and will be led by our summer teen volunteers.

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.
hooked on science

Hooked on Science

Friday, June 27, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Families, All Ages

Summer Library Program at the Dubuque Arboretum

Hooked on Science

Friday, Jun. 27, 10 AM

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Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Summer Library Program at the Dubuque Arboretum

Hooked on Science

Friday, Jun. 27, 10 AM

Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
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.

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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.
Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 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.

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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.
Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
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.

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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.
Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 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.

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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.
duke

Duke Otherwise

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Families, All Ages

Summer Library Program at the Dubuque Arboretum

Duke Otherwise

Friday, Jul. 11, 10 AM

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Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Summer Library Program at the Dubuque Arboretum

Duke Otherwise

Friday, Jul. 11, 10 AM

White text reads "Movin' Groovin' Mornings" over a blue sky. Four children of varying skin tones dance on green grass below.

Movin' Groovin' Mornings

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Auditorium at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Families

Grab your kiddos and head to the library for a morning of moving and grooving! We will listen to songs and stories, play with scarves and shakers, and have so much silly fun together.

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

Grab your kiddos and head to the library for a morning of moving and grooving! We will listen to songs and stories, play with scarves and shakers, and have so much silly fun together.

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.
Reading With Rover

Reading with Rover

Saturday, July 12, 2025 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

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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.
Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
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.

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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.
Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 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.

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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.
Lego Club

LEGO Challenge

Saturday, July 19, 2025 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.

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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.
Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
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.

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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.
Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 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.

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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.
Jolly pops

The Jolly Pops

Friday, July 25, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Families, All Ages

Summer Library Program at the Dubuque Arboretum

The Jolly Pops

Friday, Jul. 25, 10 AM

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Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Summer Library Program at the Dubuque Arboretum

The Jolly Pops

Friday, Jul. 25, 10 AM

Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
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.

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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.
Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 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.

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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.
Flora Pool

Dubuque Hot Spots of Summer Scavenger Hunt

All Day 8/1 - 8/30
Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Exhibit, Gaming/ Social Activity
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Teens, Families, All Ages

Search the Children’s Department for pictures of Dubuque’s children’s summer hot spots, find them all, and earn a small prize.

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Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Teens, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Exhibit, Gaming/ Social Activity
Event Details:

Search the Children’s Department for pictures of Dubuque’s children’s summer hot spots, find them all, and earn a small prize.

Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
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.

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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.
Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 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.

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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.
White text reads "Movin' Groovin' Mornings" over a blue sky. Four children of varying skin tones dance on green grass below.

Movin' Groovin' Mornings

Saturday, August 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Auditorium at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Families

Grab your kiddos and head to the library for a morning of moving and grooving! We will listen to songs and stories, play with scarves and shakers, and have so much silly fun together.

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

Grab your kiddos and head to the library for a morning of moving and grooving! We will listen to songs and stories, play with scarves and shakers, and have so much silly fun together.

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.
Reading With Rover

Reading with Rover

Saturday, August 9, 2025 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

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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.