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Sun SHINE Squad

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Program Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion/ Club, Gaming/ Social Activity
Age Group:
Children, Teens

SHINE (Support Humans In Need of Encouragement) like the sun and make a difference at your library and in the community through art!

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

SHINE (Support Humans In Need of Encouragement) like the sun and make a difference at your library and in the community through art!

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.
Stella and Marigold

Beginning Chapter Book Club

Wednesday, March 4, 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.
Pokeman Program

Pokémon Club

Wednesday, March 4, 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.
Dubuque Shakespeare Project

Dubuque Shakespeare Project

Sunday, March 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Auditorium 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.

Twelfth Night

Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Auditorium
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.

Twelfth Night

Cover image of "The Seed Keeper" by Diane Wilson

Reading Roundtable Adult Book Discussion- "The Seed Keeper" by Diane Wilson

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Board Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion/ Club
Age Group:
Adults

Join us monthly, February through November, for our book club "Reading Roundtable"; a book discussion for adult readers. Pick up a bookmark or flyer at the Recommendations Desk with a list of books for upcoming discussions.

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

Join us monthly, February through November, for our book club "Reading Roundtable"; a book discussion for adult readers. Pick up a bookmark or flyer at the Recommendations Desk with a list of books for upcoming discussions.

A robot standing on a pile of rocks next to a river in a forest

Beyond the Book Club

Thursday, March 19, 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.

 

Dubuque County Reads 2026

In-Person Author Event: Meet Diane Wilson

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Discussion/ Club, Lecture/ Presentation
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Meet Diane Wilson, author of the 2026 Dubuque County Reads book selection, "The Seed Keeper," on Tuesday, March 24 at 6:30 p.m. This free event will be held at Steeple Square and is open to the public.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion/ Club, Lecture/ Presentation
Event Details:

Meet Diane Wilson, author of the 2026 Dubuque County Reads book selection, "The Seed Keeper," on Tuesday, March 24 at 6:30 p.m. This free event will be held at Steeple Square and is open to the public.

The covers of three brightly colored books, which have been bedezzled by sequins/beads.

Hearth & Page Society: Cozy book talk and crafting

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Auditorium at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion/ Club
Age Group:
Adults

Hearth & Page Society - come craft, chat and talk books. We have supplies for Book Blinging, so feel free to bring your favorite books to bling. Put together a puzzle or just hang out. Light snacks and drinks provided. For adults 18+.

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

Hearth & Page Society - come craft, chat and talk books. We have supplies for Book Blinging, so feel free to bring your favorite books to bling. Put together a puzzle or just hang out. Light snacks and drinks provided. For adults 18+.

Cover of Sol Butler: An Olympian's Odyssey through Jim Crow America by Brian Hallstoos

2026 Black History and Reading Challenge

Sunday, March 29, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Board Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion/ Club
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

faces & voices Cultural Celebrations 

2026 Black History and Reading Challenge

Book Discussions will take place on the following Sunday of each month at 3:00pm as follows:

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

    faces & voices Cultural Celebrations 

    2026 Black History and Reading Challenge

    Book Discussions will take place on the following Sunday of each month at 3:00pm as follows:

      Examples of previous positivity cards made by teen volunteers.

      Sun SHINE Squad

      Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
      Program Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
      Program Type:
      Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion/ Club, Gaming/ Social Activity
      Age Group:
      Children, Teens

      SHINE (Support Humans In Need of Encouragement) like the sun and make a difference at your library and in the community through art!

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

      SHINE (Support Humans In Need of Encouragement) like the sun and make a difference at your library and in the community through art!

      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.
      Ivy and Bean Get to Work!

      Beginning Chapter Book Club

      Wednesday, April 8, 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.
      Pokeman Program

      Pokémon Club

      Wednesday, April 8, 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.

      Upcoming
      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.
      Dubuque Shakespeare Project

      Dubuque Shakespeare Project

      Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
      Auditorium 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.

      All's Well that Ends Well

      Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
      Room: Auditorium
      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.

      All's Well that Ends Well

      Book cover for "The Death of the Author" by Nnedi Okorafor

      Reading Roundtable Adult Book Discussion- "The Death of the Author" by Nnedi Okorafor

      Monday, April 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
      Board Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
      Program Type:
      Book Discussion/ Club
      Age Group:
      Adults

      Join us monthly, February through November, for our book club "Reading Roundtable"; a book discussion for adult readers. Pick up a bookmark or flyer at the Recommendations Desk with a list of books for upcoming discussions.

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

      Join us monthly, February through November, for our book club "Reading Roundtable"; a book discussion for adult readers. Pick up a bookmark or flyer at the Recommendations Desk with a list of books for upcoming discussions.

      A child looking out of a window at night

      Beyond the Book Club

      Thursday, April 16, 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.

       

      The Green Thread

      The Green Thread: Reclaiming Our Spiritual Authority

      Sunday, April 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
      Auditorium at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
      Program Type:
      Book Discussion/ Club, Book Sale, Lecture/ Presentation
      Age Group:
      Adults

      Sister Karen Lueck will discuss her new book, The Green Thread: Reclaiming Our Spiritual Authority in the 3rd Floor Auditorium at Carnegie-Stout Public Library in Dubuque at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 19, 2026.

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

      Sister Karen Lueck will discuss her new book, The Green Thread: Reclaiming Our Spiritual Authority in the 3rd Floor Auditorium at Carnegie-Stout Public Library in Dubuque at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 19, 2026.

      Cover of The Street (A Novel) by Ann Petry

      2026 Black History and Reading Challenge

      Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
      Board Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
      Program Type:
      Book Discussion/ Club
      Age Group:
      Teens, Adults

      faces & voices Cultural Celebrations 

      2026 Black History and Reading Challenge

      Book Discussions will take place on the following Sunday of each month at 3:00pm as follows:

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

        faces & voices Cultural Celebrations 

        2026 Black History and Reading Challenge

        Book Discussions will take place on the following Sunday of each month at 3:00pm as follows:

          Examples of previous positivity cards made by teen volunteers.

          Sun SHINE Squad

          Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
          Program Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
          Program Type:
          Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion/ Club, Gaming/ Social Activity
          Age Group:
          Children, Teens

          SHINE (Support Humans In Need of Encouragement) like the sun and make a difference at your library and in the community through art!

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

          SHINE (Support Humans In Need of Encouragement) like the sun and make a difference at your library and in the community through art!

          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.
          Dubuque Shakespeare Project

          Dubuque Shakespeare Project

          Sunday, May 10, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
          Auditorium 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.

          Measure for Measure

          Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
          Room: Auditorium
          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.

          Measure for Measure

          Book cover for "Revolutionary Summer" by Joseph J. Ellis

          Reading Roundtable Adult Book Discussion- "Revolutionary Summer" by Joseph J. Ellis

          Monday, May 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
          Board Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
          Program Type:
          Book Discussion/ Club
          Age Group:
          Adults

          Join us monthly, February through November, for our book club "Reading Roundtable"; a book discussion for adult readers. Pick up a bookmark or flyer at the Recommendations Desk with a list of books for upcoming discussions.

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

          Join us monthly, February through November, for our book club "Reading Roundtable"; a book discussion for adult readers. Pick up a bookmark or flyer at the Recommendations Desk with a list of books for upcoming discussions.

          Cover of I'm Black So You Don't Have to Be by Colin Grant

          2026 Black History and Reading Challenge

          Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
          Board Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
          Program Type:
          Book Discussion/ Club
          Age Group:
          Teens, Adults

          faces & voices Cultural Celebrations 

          2026 Black History and Reading Challenge

          Book Discussions will take place on the following Sunday of each month at 3:00pm as follows:

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

            faces & voices Cultural Celebrations 

            2026 Black History and Reading Challenge

            Book Discussions will take place on the following Sunday of each month at 3:00pm as follows:

              Book cover for "The Manicurist's Daughter" by Susan Lieu

              Reading Roundtable Adult Book Discussion- "The Manicurist's Daughter" by Susan Lieu

              Monday, June 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
              Board Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
              Program Type:
              Book Discussion/ Club
              Age Group:
              Adults

              Join us monthly, February through November, for our book club "Reading Roundtable"; a book discussion for adult readers. Pick up a bookmark or flyer at the Recommendations Desk with a list of books for upcoming discussions.

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

              Join us monthly, February through November, for our book club "Reading Roundtable"; a book discussion for adult readers. Pick up a bookmark or flyer at the Recommendations Desk with a list of books for upcoming discussions.

              Cover of Black Women Taught Us by Jen M. Jackson, PhD

              2026 Black History and Reading Challenge

              Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
              Board Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
              Program Type:
              Book Discussion/ Club
              Age Group:
              Teens, Adults

              faces & voices Cultural Celebrations 

              2026 Black History and Reading Challenge

              Book Discussions will take place on the following Sunday of each month at 3:00pm as follows:

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

                faces & voices Cultural Celebrations 

                2026 Black History and Reading Challenge

                Book Discussions will take place on the following Sunday of each month at 3:00pm as follows:

                  Olive Kitteridge by Elizabeth Strout

                  Reading Roundtable- "Olive Kitteridge" by Elizabeth Strout

                  Monday, July 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
                  Board Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library
                  Program Type:
                  Book Discussion/ Club
                  Age Group:
                  Adults

                  Join us monthly, February through November, for our book club Reading Roundtable, a book discussion for adult readers.

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

                  Join us monthly, February through November, for our book club Reading Roundtable, a book discussion for adult readers.