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Photos of a DIY Kumihimo which is a circular cardboard with notches.

Kumihimo Braiding

05/01/2024 @ 9:00am to 05/25/2024 @ 5:00pm
Teen Zone at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Drop in to the Teen Zone during the month of May to create a simple yet elegant braid. Kumihimo is a Japanese artform of making braids and cords out of threads. This activity is av...

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

Drop in to the Teen Zone during the month of May to create a simple yet elegant braid. Kumihimo is a Japanese artform of making braids and cords out of threads. This activity is available during Teen Librarian hours.

Art of different colored hands raised up with the text "Sign up to be a Teen Volunteer" in front of them.

Teen Summer Volunteer Orientation

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Lecture/ Presentation, Private School/Group Tour
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

The library is seeking student volunteers to assist with the Children's Summer Reading Program. Those age 13 (or those that will enter 8th grade in the fall) to 18 who are interest...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Lecture/ Presentation, Private School/Group Tour
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

The library is seeking student volunteers to assist with the Children's Summer Reading Program.

Perspective Drawing 101

The Art of the Graphic Novel: Perspective Drawing 101

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Program Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

In this hands-on workshop, we will explore the iconic art styles of graphic novels and the artists’ use of perspective drawing. Teens will learn techniques in drawing in 2- and 3-p...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

In this hands-on workshop, we will explore the iconic art styles of graphic novels and the artists’ use of perspective drawing. Teens will learn techniques in drawing in 2- and 3-point perspective in both pencil and illustration ink.

Friends Spring Books & More Public Sale

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 12:00pm - 6:30pm
Auditorium at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Book Sale
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Event Details:

The public invited! The Friends of the Library presents its semi-annual Books and More Sale.  Huge sale with great prices.  Includes new fictions, history, biog...

Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Book Sale
Event Details:

The public invited!

Last Day Friends Spring Books & More Public Sale

Friday, May 24, 2024 at 12:00pm - 4:30pm
Auditorium at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Book Sale
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Event Details:

Open to the public! The Friends of the Library presents its semi-annual Books and More Sale.  Huge sale with great prices.  Includes new fictions, history, biog...

Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Book Sale
Event Details:

Open to the public!

Photos of a DIY Kumihimo which is a circular cardboard with notches.

Kumihimo Braiding

05/28/2024 @ 9:00am to 05/31/2024 @ 5:00pm
Teen Zone at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Drop in to the Teen Zone during the month of May to create a simple yet elegant braid. Kumihimo is a Japanese artform of making braids and cords out of threads. This activity is av...

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

Drop in to the Teen Zone during the month of May to create a simple yet elegant braid. Kumihimo is a Japanese artform of making braids and cords out of threads. This activity is available during Teen Librarian hours.

A picture of a brown bear plushie.

DIY Fluffy Plushie

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Board Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Sew a sweet and adorable plushie while learning simple sewing techniques. This activity is easy and fun, as well as a great way to use up random socks.

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Sew a sweet and adorable plushie while learning simple sewing techniques. This activity is easy and fun, as well as a great way to use up random socks.

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.
Image with the words Teen Advisory Group, featuring a girl reading and a boy playing video games.

Teen Advisory Group: Teen Hangout

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 5:15pm - 6:15pm
Board Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion/ Club
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Games, crafts, and more! Explore a craft or activity while providing feedback on making the library a welcoming place for teens. Questions? Call Haidee at (563) 589-4225, ext. 2248...

Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion/ Club
Event Details:

Games, crafts, and more! Explore a craft or activity while providing feedback on making the library a welcoming place for teens. Questions? Call Haidee at (563) 589-4225, ext. 2248.

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.
A photograph of paintbrushes and small pots of paint with the words "3rd Annual Tiny Art Show!" displayed on a pink background.

3rd Annual Tiny Art Show: Kits Available!

All Day
Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Event Details:

Show off your artistic talents in the third annual Carnegie-Stout Public Library Tiny Art Show! People of all ages and abilities are welcome. Artworks will display at the library d...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 110
Event Details:

Show off your artistic talents in the third annual Carnegie-Stout Public Library Tiny Art Show! People of all ages and abilities are welcome. Artworks will display at the library during the month of July. Participate in three easy steps:

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.
Photo of a hand placing a sticker on a sunflower sticker mosaic.

Color by Sticker!

06/01/2024 @ 9:00am to 06/18/2024 @ 7:00pm
Teen Zone at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gaming/ Social Activity
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Participate in a fun and collaborative activity in the Teen Zone by applying colored stickers to a large coded grid, and watch as a vibrant mosaic image is slowly revealed! This ac...

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

Participate in a fun and collaborative activity in the Teen Zone by applying colored stickers to a large coded grid, and watch as a vibrant mosaic image is slowly revealed! This activity is available during Teen Librarian hours. 

kid chef

Kid Chefs

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Program Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Event Details:

Kid Chefs Ages: 9 - 14 yrs.    4 - 5:30 p.m. Registration Required Calling all kids who have an interest in cooking, food, and learning to help make mea...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Kid Chefs

Ages: 9 - 14 yrs.   

4 - 5:30 p.m.

Registration 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.
An image with the text "Roblox" on top, featuring multiple blocky characters including a knight, pizza delivery person, a cheerleader, and a robot.

Let's Play Roblox®

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Auditorium at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming/ Social Activity
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Event Details:

Each month, participants will play a different game. Play with other Roblox enthusiasts and tackle fun challenges together. Participants will be interacting in a variety of virtual...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Gaming/ Social Activity
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Each month, participants will play a different game. Play with other Roblox enthusiasts and tackle fun challenges together. Participants will be interacting in a variety of virtual worlds using private servers on the platform.

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.
Drawing from Life

Drawing from Life

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Program Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Event Details:

Come learn how the great artists through history mastered the art of drawing the life around them. Participants will learn how to improve their drawing skills of people and animals...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Come learn how the great artists through history mastered the art of drawing the life around them. Participants will learn how to improve their drawing skills of people and animals in this messy, fun, hands-on workshop. 

Flyer for BESTIE Club showing the dates and crafts for each month (June 11: Tiny Art; July 9: String Art; August 13: Summery Soap)

BESTIE Club: Tiny Art

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Auditorium at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Families
Event Details:

Visit the library for BESTIE Club (Bonding & Eating Snacks Together Is Excellent) and to spend some time with your favorite adult–mom, dad, auntie, cousin, whoever–and make coo...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teens, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 27
Event Details:

Visit the library for BESTIE Club (Bonding & Eating Snacks Together Is Excellent) and to spend some time with your favorite adult–mom, dad, auntie, cousin, whoever–and make cool art, eat snacks, and learn something new.

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.
kid chef

Kid Chefs

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Program Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Event Details:

Kid Chefs Ages: 9 - 14 yrs.    4 - 5:30 p.m. Registration Required Calling all kids who have an interest in cooking, food, and learning to help make mea...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Kid Chefs

Ages: 9 - 14 yrs.   

4 - 5:30 p.m.

Registration 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.
Photo of a hand placing a sticker on a sunflower sticker mosaic.

Color by Sticker!

06/20/2024 @ 9:00am to 06/30/2024 @ 5:00pm
Teen Zone at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gaming/ Social Activity
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Participate in a fun and collaborative activity in the Teen Zone by applying colored stickers to a large coded grid, and watch as a vibrant mosaic image is slowly revealed! This ac...

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

Participate in a fun and collaborative activity in the Teen Zone by applying colored stickers to a large coded grid, and watch as a vibrant mosaic image is slowly revealed! This activity is available during Teen Librarian hours. 

A pile of buttons and thread wound on bobbins

Buttons and Bobbins

Friday, June 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Program Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Event Details:

Learn how to use a sewing machine and complete a simple sewing project to take home. Materials are provided. Registration is required.

Required
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Learn how to use a sewing machine and complete a simple sewing project to take home. Materials are provided. 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.
A pile of buttons and thread wound on bobbins

Buttons and Bobbins

Friday, June 21, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Event Details:

Learn how to use a sewing machine and complete a simple sewing project to take home. Materials are provided. Registration is required.

Required
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Learn how to use a sewing machine and complete a simple sewing project to take home. Materials are provided. 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.
Frog with mushroom hat sticker

Teen Sticker Swap

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Board Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gaming/ Social Activity
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Who doesn't love stickers? Come make your own sticker book and trade stickers with other participants. Stickers will be provided, but you are encouraged to bring your own stickers ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming/ Social Activity
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Who doesn't love stickers? Come make your own sticker book and trade stickers with other participants. Stickers will be provided, but you are encouraged to bring your own stickers to trade. See hoe many fun colors and shapes you can collect!

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.
Your Inner Van Gogh

Your Inner Van Gogh: Experimenting with Acrylic Painting

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Program Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Event Details:

Unleash your inner Van Gogh in this exciting painting workshop. Participants will learn about the history of the impressionist art movement, then create their own colorful painting...

Required
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Unleash your inner Van Gogh in this exciting painting workshop.

Image with the words Teen Advisory Group, featuring a girl reading and a boy playing video games.

Teen Advisory Group: Teen Hangout

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 5:15pm - 6:15pm
Board Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion/ Club
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Games, crafts, and more! Explore a craft or activity while providing feedback on making the library a welcoming place for teens. Questions? Call Haidee at (563) 589-4225, ext. 2248...

Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion/ Club
Event Details:

Games, crafts, and more! Explore a craft or activity while providing feedback on making the library a welcoming place for teens. Questions? Call Haidee at (563) 589-4225, ext. 2248.

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.

2024 Black History and Reading Challenge Event

Sunday, June 30, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Board Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion/ Club
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

2024 Black History and Reading Challenge Dates and Books for Discussion:  FEBRUARY 25 Strengthening the Soul of Your Leadership by Ruth Haley Barton MARCH 24 The New ...

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

2024 Black History and Reading Challenge Dates and Books for Discussion: 

FEBRUARY 25
Strengthening the Soul of Your Leadership
by Ruth Haley Barton

MARCH 24
The New Jim Crow:

Cover image of "Woe: A Housecat's Story of Despair" by Lucy Knisley. Black and white hand written text on a blue background. "Woe" is in a large speech bubble coming from an illustration of a small fluffy orange cat with green eyes and one fang.

Author Event: Lucy Knisley

Friday, July 5, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Auditorium at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion/ Club, Book Sale, Lecture/ Presentation
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Event Details:

Pet lovers and comic readers save the date! Award-winning comic creator Lucy Knisley is visiting Dubuque! Join Carnegie-Stout to celebrate her latest release, "Woe," a collection o...

Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Book Discussion/ Club, Book Sale, Lecture/ Presentation
Event Details:

Pet lovers and comic readers save the date! Award-winning comic creator Lucy Knisley is visiting Dubuque! Join Carnegie-Stout to celebrate her latest release, "Woe," a collection of her comics featuring her beloved and dramatic cat Linney.

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.
Dreams in Art

Dreams in Art: Experimenting with Multi-Media Artwork

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Program Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Event Details:

Have you ever marveled at the oddities and otherworldliness of a Salvador Dali painting? Come explore the melting clocks and floating worlds depicted in surrealist artworks in this...

Required
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Have you ever marveled at the oddities and otherworldliness of a Salvador Dali painting? Come explore the melting clocks and floating worlds depicted in surrealist artworks in this hands-on workshop.