Gingerbread Disguise
Through Sunday, December 31
Gingerbread cookies are a popular wintertime treat, but these gingerbread people don’t want to be eaten. Visit the children’s section to decorate a gingerbread person to look like someone or something else. Creations will go on display behind the Children’s Help Desk. All Ages. Registration not required.
event will be held in the rotunda after the program. All ages. Registration required.
Geek Out! Book Club
Monday, December 4 @ 6 PM
This is a bi-monthly book club for adults that reads fantasy, science-fiction, dystopian, and other unique titles. Books are available to borrow at the Check-Out desk about two months before each meeting. December’s book is The Forever War by Joe Haldeman. Registration required.
Let’s Play Roblox®
Monday, December 4 @ 5:30 PM
Each month, participants will play a different game with other Roblox® enthusiasts and tackle fun challenges together. Participants will interact in a variety of virtual worlds using private servers on the platform. Ages 8-14. Registration required.
Toddler Time
Mondays, December 4 & December 11, 9:30-10:30 AM
These 20-minute programs feature short stories, songs, and movement activities for children from 18-months to age 3, with a favorite adult. Adult participation is a must. Registration not required.
Baby Rhyme Time
Tuesdays, December 5 & December 12 @ 10:30 AM
Children aged 18-months+ and a favorite adult will learn rhymes, songs, and action rhymes during this interactive program. A 15-minute social time with toys and your friends will follow the sessions. Adult participation is a must. Registration not required.
Adult Ukulele Lessons
Tuesdays, December 5 & December 19 @ 6 PM
Want to learn how to play the ukulele? Join librarian Ben to work on chords, exercises, and songs all geared toward beginners. Participants are encouraged to bring their own instruments; a limited number of ukuleles will be available at each lesson. Registration required.
Preschool Storytime
Wednesdays, December 6 & December 13 @ 10:30 AM
Stories, sing-alongs, movement, activities, and lots of fun. Recommended for children ages 3-6 with a favorite adult. Adult participation is a must. Registration not required.
Beginning Chapters Book Club
Wednesday, December 6 @ 4 PM
Do you like Magic Tree House, Junie B. Jones, and Nate the Great books? If so, this book club is for you. This club is for 1st through 3rd graders, ages 7-9. Register at the Children’s Help Desk and pick up your copy of the book, The Infamous Ratsos by Kara LaReau. Registration required.
Pokémon Club
Wednesday, December 6 @ 5:30 PM
Meet other Pokémon trainers at Pokémon Club. Gamers are all welcome. Ages: 6-12. Registration required.
Swiftie Night
Thursday, December 7 @ 5 PM
Calling all Swifties! Don’t miss this chance to be “Enchanted” at a Taylor Swift celebration like no other. Dress up in your favorite Taylor Swift era and join other fans for activities inspired by her iconic music. Ages 13+. Registration required.
Reading with Rover
Saturday, December 9 @ 10:30 AM
Read or listen to a story with some furry friends in the first-floor program room. Do not bring your own pet; we provide kid-friendly dogs each month. Ages 6-9. Registration not required.
“Lollipops and Music for Our Preschoolers”
Saturday, December 9 @ 10-10:30 AM
Northeast Iowa School of Music presents “Lollipops and Music for Our Preschoolers” (L&MOP) preschool concert series. All ages. Admission is free. Visitnisom.com.
Meet the Maker: Art Explorations
Monday, December 11 @ 4 PM
Explore exciting artists, inventors, and other makers in this program series that encourages kids to try out new ways to create, learn, and express themselves. Ages 6-10. Registration required.
Learning Adventures
Wednesday, December 13 @ 4 PM
Join volunteer and friend of the library, Julie Clingman, for a deep dive into the Viking culture and make “Viking bread.” Ages 7-10. Registration required.
Minecraft Mania
Wednesday, December 13 @ 5:30 PM
Whether or not you’re a Minecraft whiz, sign up for this game-playing night to test your skills and build away. Ages 7-14. Registration required.
Movie Night @CarnegieStout
Thursday, December 14 @ 6 PM
Join us each month for a free movie suitable for adult audiences. The first 100 attendees get free bags of Dubuque’s best popcorn. Seating is first come, first served. Registration not required.
C-SPL Spice Club
Friday, December 15
Register every other month to receive a sample of the featured spice along with an informative brochure with history, facts, recipes, and more. The take-home kits are limited.
LEGO® Challenge
Saturday, December 16 @ 10 AM
Come to the library to build, create, and have fun. The library provides the LEGOs®. Donations of LEGOs® are appreciated. Ages 5-12. Registration not required.
BEAM Interactive Projector Open Play
Saturday, December 16 @ 12:30-1:30 PM
Join us for an open play on the new BEAM Interactive Projector. Jump, dance, skip, or race your way through the interactive video game images projected on our floor. Fun for all ages. Registration not required.
Family Book Bingo
Saturday, December 16 @ 2 PM
Grab the family and try your luck at book bingo. Hardcover and paperback book prizes for kids. Ages 4-12. Registration not required.
TCG League (Trading Card Game)
Wednesday, December 20 @ 5:30 PM
TCG League is a way for more advanced trading card game players to get together and have some fun. This month features the Pokémon trading card game. Ages 10-17. Registration required.
Play Parties
Thursday, December 21 @ 10:30 AM-12 PM
Enjoy socializing with new friends and exploring an assortment of open-ended sensory play activities. December features “Messy Station: Cotton Ball Snow.” Adult participation is a must. Ages 6 & under. Registration is preferred but not required.
Teen Advisory Group: Teen Hangout
Tuesday, December 26 @ 4 PM
Explore a craft or activity while providing feedback on making the library a welcoming place for teens. Ages 13-18. Registration not required.
Shrinky Dink Jamboree
Wednesday, December 27 @ 4 PM
Create your own Shrinky Dink designs and learn how to make them into a signature piece that you will take home. Ages 8-12. Registration required.
C-SPL Rocket League
Wednesday, December 27 @ 5:30 PM
Rocket League is a fun soccer/car mashup PC video game where you use your jumping, rocket boosting, flipping, spinning car to score soccer goals. An online gaming account is needed to play. Ages 13-17. Registration required.
LEGO® Race Cars
Thursday, December 28 @ 1 PM
Build a LEGO® racecar and test it out on a racetrack. Ages 7-12. Registration required.
Beyond the Book Club
Thursday, December 28 @ 4 PM
Read a new title each month and then meet up for a book discussion along with a unique activity related to the book. Register and pick up the book, The Mouse Watch by J.J. Gilbert, at the Children’s Help Desk. Ages 9-12. Registration required.
All Carnegie-Stout Public Library programs are subject to change. For the latest information and details, please visit Carenegiestout.org.
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