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Art @ your library® Show

All Day 4/6 - 5/25
Arts & Crafts, Exhibit
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Second Floor Rotunda
Age Group: Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Exhibit
Event Details:

Art @ your library® Show in the second floor rotunda featuring three talented local artists John Bly, Mary Lee Marting, and Robert Valentine.

Architecture Days Scavenger Hunt

All Day 5/1 - 5/25
Exhibit
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Exhibit
Event Details:

Arches, beams, and columns… Learn the ABCs of architecture as you find photos of Dubuque landmarks hidden around the children’s department. Registration is not required.

Kumihimo Braiding

05/01/2024 @ 9:00am - 05/25/2024 @ 5:00pm
Arts & Crafts
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.

Music @ your library: Joel Sires

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Carnegie-Stout Public Library welcomes back singer-songwriter Joel Sires and guitarist Jacob Lampman to the Music @ your library® stage. This event is free and open to the public. Adults age 21 and older may bring their own wine or beer.

Buttons and Bobbins

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

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

Let's Play Roblox®

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Gaming/ Social Activity
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Gaming/ Social Activity
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
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.

Baby Rhyme Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: All Ages
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.

★ Free Architecture Days Movie!

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Movie/ Films
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Movie/ Films
Event Details:

A 2:00 p.m. matinee, the free Architecture Days movie, Safety Last! (1923). Silent comedy starring Harold Lloyd. B&W, 1 hours 13 minutes, not rated. Free seating is first come, first served.

Garfield the Cat Party

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Workshop
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 31
Event Details:

Garfield is starring in a new movie! Help us celebrate the beloved star of almost 80 books at an epic bash featuring Garfield trivia, Garfield button-making, candy lasagna, and more. Registration is required.

Ghibli Craft Studio

4:00pm - 5:15pm
Arts & Crafts
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Do you love movies like “Spirited Away,” “My Neighbor Totoro,” “Howl’s Moving Castle”? Come to the library to create your own soot sprites, No Face bookmarks, and other artsy creations at this Studio Ghibli-inspired event.

Teen Summer Volunteer Orientation

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lecture/ Presentation, Private School/Group Tour
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Lecture/ Presentation, Private School/Group Tour
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

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

Teen Summer Volunteer Orientation

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lecture/ Presentation, Private School/Group Tour
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Lecture/ Presentation, Private School/Group Tour
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

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

The Art of the Graphic Novel: Perspective Drawing 101

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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 of the Library Books & More Sale - Members Only Day

12:00pm - 6:30pm
Book Sale
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Book Sale
Event Details:

The Friends of the Library presents its semi-annual Books and More Sale.  Huge sale with great prices.  Includes new fictions, history, biography, games, media, audio books, children's books, specialty items, collectab

Friends Spring Books & More Public Sale

12:00pm - 6:30pm
Book Sale
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

12:00pm - 4:30pm
Book Sale
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!

Architecture Days Scavenger Hunt

All Day 5/28 - 5/31
Exhibit
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Exhibit
Event Details:

Arches, beams, and columns… Learn the ABCs of architecture as you find photos of Dubuque landmarks hidden around the children’s department. Registration is not required.

Kumihimo Braiding

05/28/2024 @ 9:00am - 05/31/2024 @ 5:00pm
Arts & Crafts
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.

DIY Fluffy Plushie

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration 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.

Teen Advisory Group: Teen Hangout

5:15pm - 6:15pm
Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion/ Club
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.

3rd Annual Tiny Art Show: Kits Available!

All Day
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 125
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.

Keith Haring Scavenger Hunt

All Day 6/1 - 6/18
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Event Details:

Enjoy an artsy scavenger hunt throughout the children’s section of the library! Find 10 pieces of the colorful, iconic artwork of Keith Haring and you could earn a small prize.

Color by Sticker!

06/01/2024 @ 9:00am - 06/18/2024 @ 7:00pm
Arts & Crafts, Gaming/ Social Activity
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 Chefs

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Summer Reading Program
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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.