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A picture of zines and supplies for making zines.

Teen Activity Table - Drop-in Program

07/05/2025 @ 9:00am to 07/31/2025 @ 7:00pm
Teen Zone at Carnegie-Stout Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Gaming/ Social Activity

Age Group:

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

Check the Activity table in the Teen Zone for an ongoing project, craft, or activity.

July   Create Your Own Zine  
August   Engineering Challenge
 

Examples of previous positivity cards made by teen volunteers.

Sun SHINE Squad

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 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
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!

EMPOWERMENTAL logo. Orange, green and blue on a white background. Logo is a line drawing of an eye with a shape in the iris with EMPOWERMENTAL beneath.

Living on My Own: Self Defense for Younger Adults

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Auditorium at Carnegie-Stout Public Library

Program Type:

Workshop

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Nervous about venturing out into the wider world? Whether you’ve recently started college, are a high school senior, or you're just getting started on your own as an adult, this class will help you to be ready for whatever life throws at you.

A clipart of a thunderbolt.

B.O.L.T. (Board of Library Teens) Team

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Program Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion/ Club, Gaming/ Social Activity, Workshop

Age Group:

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

Ready to spark change and make an impact? The B.O.L.T. Team is your chance to help with library and community service projects. Get involved and be the spark!

Photo of author with her book called "The Mind Electric."

Virtual Author Visit: On the Strangeness and Wonder of Our Brains with Pria Anand

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual Event at Carnegie-Stout Public Library

Program Type:

Lecture/ Presentation

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
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.

A picture of a tower made from popsicle sticks and clothespins.

Teen Activity Table - Drop-in Program

08/01/2025 @ 9:00am to 08/30/2025 @ 5:00pm
Teen Zone at Carnegie-Stout Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Gaming/ Social Activity

Age Group:

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

Check the Activity table in the Teen Zone for an ongoing project, craft, or activity.

July   Create Your Own Zine  
August   Engineering Challenge
 

An art piece by Joan Miro, featuring a blue background with lots of reds, greens, and yellow colors. There's an abstract bird, an eye, and other examples of art expressionism.

Automatism Art Workshop

Friday, August 1, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room at Carnegie-Stout Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Gaming/ Social Activity

Age Group:

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

Experiment with different art mediums and styles like art extraordinaire Joan Miro. Create a unique artwork inspired by automatism and abstract expressionism. 

postcard for show. Features pictures of some of the baskets that will be on display.

Art @ your library Show

Friday, August 1, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Second Floor Gallery at Carnegie-Stout Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Exhibit

Age Group:

Adults, Families
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Second Floor Gallery
Age Group: Adults, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Exhibit
Event Details:

The public is invited to attend an opening reception of the latest “Art @ Your Library” exhibit featuring artists from the Midwest Basket Guild on Friday, August 1, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

postcard for show. Features pictures of some of the baskets that will be on display.

Art @ your library Show

All Day 8/2 - 8/30
Second Floor Rotunda at Carnegie-Stout Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Exhibit

Age Group:

Adults, Families
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Second Floor Rotunda
Age Group: Adults, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Exhibit
Event Details:

The public is invited to attend an opening reception of the latest “Art @ Your Library” exhibit featuring artists from the Midwest Basket Guild on Friday, August 1, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Photo of author Jay Falk on the left, with the cover of The Bird Book inset to the right.

Virtual Author Visit: The Stories, Science, and History of Birds with Smithsonian Biologist Jay Falk

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual Event at Carnegie-Stout Public Library

Program Type:

Lecture/ Presentation

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
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.

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Teen Activity Table - Drop-in Program

07/05/2025 @ 9:00am–07/31/2025 @ 7:00pm
Teens
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:

Check the Activity table in the Teen Zone for an ongoing project, craft, or activity.

July   Create Your Own Zine  
August   Engineering Challenge
 

Mocktails & Masterpieces: Adult Take-Home Kit

07/28/2025 @ 9:00am–08/01/2025 @ 5:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Shake things up with a mocktail mix and simple art project for your very own paint and sip night at home! Kits include mocktail mix, an adorable can-shaped glass, a fun umbrella straw, and a watercolor bookmark & paintbrush.

Sun SHINE Squad

4:00pm–5:30pm
Children, Teens
Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion/ Club, Gaming/ Social Activity
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.

B.O.L.T. (Board of Library Teens) Team

11:00am–1:00pm
Teens
Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion/ Club, Gaming/ Social Activity, Workshop
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion/ Club, Gaming/ Social Activity, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ready to spark change and make an impact? The B.O.L.T. Team is your chance to help with library and community service projects. Get involved and be the spark!

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 Activity Table - Drop-in Program

08/01/2025 @ 9:00am–08/30/2025 @ 5:00pm
Teens
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:

Check the Activity table in the Teen Zone for an ongoing project, craft, or activity.

July   Create Your Own Zine  
August   Engineering Challenge
 

Automatism Art Workshop

3:00pm–4:00pm
Children
Arts & Crafts, Gaming/ Social Activity
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming/ Social Activity
Registration Required
Event Details:

Experiment with different art mediums and styles like art extraordinaire Joan Miro. Create a unique artwork inspired by automatism and abstract expressionism. 

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.

4th Annual Tiny Art Show Closing Reception

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adults, Families, All Ages
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:

Enjoy tiny art and tiny snacks as you admire works from the 4th Annual Tiny Art Show one last time before the exhibit concludes. Artwork will be for sale and proceeds will benefit the Carnegie-Stout Public Library Foundation.

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.

Art @ your library Show

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adults, Families
Arts & Crafts, Exhibit
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Second Floor Gallery
Age Group: Adults, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Exhibit
Event Details:

The public is invited to attend an opening reception of the latest “Art @ Your Library” exhibit featuring artists from the Midwest Basket Guild on Friday, August 1, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Art @ your library Show

All Day 8/2–8/30
Adults, Families
Arts & Crafts, Exhibit
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Second Floor Rotunda
Age Group: Adults, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Exhibit
Event Details:

The public is invited to attend an opening reception of the latest “Art @ Your Library” exhibit featuring artists from the Midwest Basket Guild on Friday, August 1, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Clay Electric Circuits

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children
Arts & Crafts, Gaming/ Social Activity
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming/ Social Activity
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn about electricity by making colorful electric circuits out of clay.

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.

Sew Some Stylish Scrunchies

11:00am–12:00pm
Teens
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Whether you know how to use a sewing machine or not, sign up to sew some stylish scrunchies.  Materials are provided. 

Cork Photo Holders

3:00pm–4:00pm
Teens
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Display your favorite summer memories with this craft! We will turn simple corks into personalized photo holders.

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.

Sunset Silhouettes

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

Grab a friend and head to the library to make cool art, eat snacks, and learn how to make your own stunning sunset silhouette using watercolor paint and India inks. This program is for ages 10 and up–including adults!

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.

Pokémon Club

5:30pm–6:30pm
Children, Families
Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion/ Club, Gaming/ Social Activity
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.

Sun SHINE Squad

4:00pm–5:30pm
Children, Teens
Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion/ Club, Gaming/ Social Activity
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.

Recycled Glass Wind Chimes

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Zoe Zein from Dubuque Glass Recycling to learn how to make recycled glass into beautiful windchimes! No experience is necessary and all supplies will be provided. Supplies are limited, so registration for each person attending is required.

Art @ your library Show

All Day 10/3–10/12
Adults, Families
Arts & Crafts, Exhibit
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Second Floor Rotunda
Age Group: Adults, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Exhibit
Event Details:

The public is invited to attend an opening reception of the latest “Art @ Your Library” exhibit on Friday, October 3, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Attendees can meet the artists and enjoy light refreshments and live music provided by NISOM.

Art @ your library Show

All Day 10/14–11/10
Adults, Families
Arts & Crafts, Exhibit
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Second Floor Rotunda
Age Group: Adults, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Exhibit
Event Details:

The public is invited to attend an opening reception of the latest “Art @ Your Library” exhibit on Friday, October 3, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Attendees can meet the artists and enjoy light refreshments and live music provided by NISOM.

Art @ your library Show

All Day 11/12–11/25
Adults, Families
Arts & Crafts, Exhibit
Library Branch: Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Room: Second Floor Rotunda
Age Group: Adults, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Exhibit
Event Details:

The public is invited to attend an opening reception of the latest “Art @ Your Library” exhibit on Friday, October 3, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Attendees can meet the artists and enjoy light refreshments and live music provided by NISOM.