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Groundhogs Everywhere!

All Day 2/1 - 2/28
Preschool, Children, Teens, Families, All Ages
Exhibit, Gaming/ Social Activity
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Teens, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Exhibit, Gaming/ Social Activity
Event Details:

Visit the children's department of the library to decorate a groundhog cutout. By the end of the month, the wall behind the Children's Help Desk will be filled with the furry fellows.

Unconditional Surrender: A Visit with Ulysses S. Grant

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Teens, Adults
Lecture/ Presentation
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Lecture/ Presentation
Event Details:

Ulysses S.

Magazine Strip Art

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children, Teens
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Animals, letters, or weird and wacky shapes. . . the possibilities are endless! Use a variety of magazines to create a personalized piece of 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.

Virtual Author Talk: Dystopian Tropes from an Indigenous Perspective: In Conversation with Waubgeshig Rice

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Lecture/ Presentation
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.

Minecraft Mania

5:30pm - 6:45pm
Children, Teens
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: 16
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.

Lovebirds Paint and Sip

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children, Teens
Arts & Crafts
Waitlist
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:

Enjoy a delicious refreshment as you follow along with a step-by-step video to create a pair of adorable lovebirds. This is a great beginner painting to celebrate Valentine's Day.

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.

Buttons and Bobbins

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children, Teens
Arts & Crafts
Waitlist
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. Registration is required.

Virtual Author Talk: I Am Nobody’s Slave: An Author Talk with Pulitzer Prize Finalist Lee Hawkins

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Teens, Adults
Lecture/ Presentation
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.

Sew Cute Embroidery

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children, Teens
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Did you know February is National Embroidery Month? Whether you are new to embroidery or have some experience, join us to start an easy project and go home with your own embroidery kit. Registration is required.

 

2025 Black History and Reading Challenge

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

faces & voices Cultural Celebrations 

2025 Black History and Reading Challenge

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

Sun SHINE Squad

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Children, Teens
Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion/ Club, Gaming/ Social Activity
Open
Registration
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
Seats Remaining: 10
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.

Music @ your library®: Simple Company

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

Carnegie-Stout Public Library welcomes Simple Company to the Music @ your library® stage. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the concert begins at 6 p.m. This event is free and open to the public.

Vellum Luminaries

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

Craft an elegant luminary to light up any space. They make perfect centerpieces and thoughtful gifts for someone special. 

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.

Minecraft Mania

5:30pm - 6:45pm
Children, Teens
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: 32
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.

Minecraft Escape Room

12:00pm - 3:00pm
Children, Teens, Families
Workshop
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Families
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:
 
Sign up for a 20-minute slot to enter the 8-bit world of Minecraft in this unique escape room!

Hobbit Door Wreath

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Teens
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Make this for yourself or make it as a gift for the Sam to your Frodo. This craft is perfect for cottage core lovers. 

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.

Buttons and Bobbins

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

Mosaic Tile Creations

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Grab a friend and head to the library to make cool art, eat snacks, and learn how to make your own mosaic tile creations. This program is for ages 10 and up–including adults! Supplies are limited; registration is required for all participants.

Lessons of the Holocaust

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Teens, Adults
Lecture/ Presentation
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Lecture/ Presentation
Event Details:

Carnegie-Stout Public Library in Dubuque will host "Lessons of the Holocaust" presented by Brad Wilkening at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 22. This event is free and open to the public, and everyone is welcome to attend.

Sun SHINE Squad

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Children, Teens
Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion/ Club, Gaming/ Social Activity
Registration
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
Seats Remaining: 15
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.

Upcycle Bouquets

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

Make a beautiful flower bouquet using newspaper and other recycled materials. Registration is required. 

2025 Black History and Reading Challenge

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

faces & voices Cultural Celebrations 

2025 Black History and Reading Challenge

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

Arbor Day Scavenger Hunt

All Day 4/1 - 4/19
Preschool, Children, Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Exhibit
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Exhibit
Event Details:

Every year the last Friday in April is designated as Arbor Day. Learn about local native trees by completing the tree scavenger hunt in the children’s department of the library. No registration required.

 

Duct To It!

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Children, Teens
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Is there anything duct tape can't do? Try your hand at making wallets, flowers, and other crafts completely out of duct tape.

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.