Art @ Your Library, April-May
Visit the latest Art @ Your Library exhibit featuring artists Marianne Black & Julie Ferring.
Like A Sister
by Sarah Smith, Adult Services I tore through “Like a Sister,” the latest novel by Kellye Garrett, in a single weekend and it kept me guessing right up to the end. I highly recommend this stand-alone story to anyone who enjoys a mystery packed with […]
Picture Books for Women’s History Month
by Bailey Keimig-Gehrke, Youth Services Happy Women’s History Month! One of the best ways to celebrate with children is to read a picture book biography! There are many wonderful books about women throughout history, some stories are more familiar than others, but all are worth […]
C-SPL March Reader of the Month
Meet March Reader of the Month: Amy Gilligan Check out Amy’s Favorite BooksBe the next C-SPL Reader of the Month! About Amy:I have been a journalist at the Telegraph Herald for more than three decades. As a young reader, I wanted to write books when […]
The Maker Space Welcomes You Back
Starting in March, we’re welcoming everyone back into the Maker Space! The Maker Space is open to all ages, but an adult must accompany children ages 12 and younger. Don’t know where to start on your next craft project or need some help getting those […]
Mystery Mayhem
by Ryan Bankson Looking for a good mystery? Here’s one librarian’s take on the five best mysteries that C-SPL has to offer.
Art @ Your Library
Stephanie Funke and Pamela Hiatt featured artists for Art @ Your Library on display Feb. 4-March 22.
C-SPL February Reader of the Month
Meet February Reader of the Month: Noah Johnson Check out Noah’s Favorite BooksBe the next C-SPL Reader of the Month! About Noah:I am an aspiring actor that is set to double major in Theatre Arts and History at Augustana College down in Rock Island, Illinois. […]
Achieve Your Goals with C-SPL
Each new year welcomes the chance to set new goals (or accomplish old ones). If this is the year you’ve vowed to learn a new language, finish that home improvement project, or simply read more… Carnegie-Stout Public Library can help you make it happen! Learn […]
Introducing the Epson F570 Sublimation Printer!
Learn more about what you can create with the sublimation printer in the Maker Space.
Accessible Entertainment
Sure, streaming has its advantages for those with reliable internet service and that can afford monthly subscriptions. But DVDs aren’t dead yet. In fact, the library has a collection of nearly 20,000 DVDs and Blu-ray that you can access for free with your library card. […]
C-SPL January Reader of the Month
Meet January Reader of the Month: Kelly Francois Check out Kelly’s Favorite BooksBe the next C-SPL Reader of the Month! About Kelly:I am married with two young children (and about 10 animals). I am a Probation/Parole Officer and also enjoy teaching at the University of […]
Celebrate Fandom at JanFanCon
Celebrate all things fandom throughout the month of January at JanFanCon!
An Elderly Lady…
Staff Book Review By Sarah Smith, Adult Services It’s a little odd to describe a book about a serial killer as a light read, but Helene Tursten’s pair of “An Elderly Lady” books about the evil deeds of Maud, a respectable senior citizen (in most […]
C-SPL December Reader of the Month
Meet December Reader of the Month: Garrett Hohmann Check out Garrett’s Favorite BooksBe the next C-SPL Reader of the Month! About Garrett:I’ve been a circulation assistant at the Carnegie-Stout for nearly five years. I love to read, but am somehow even more nerdy about music […]
National Book Award YA Winner & Read-Alikes
By Bailey Keimig-Gehrke, Youth Services The National Book Awards are presented every fall by the National Book Foundation to celebrate the best writing in America. The categories include fiction, nonfiction, poetry, translated literature, and young people’s literature. While all of the 2021 winners are probably […]
The Last Gunfight
Staff Book Review by Ryan Bankson, Adult Services Are you looking for a book recommendation to get you through this burgeoning winter weather? I’m your huckleberry. I admit it, I’m obsessed with the 1993 cinematic masterpiece “Tombstone.” I’ve watched the shootout at the O.K Corral […]
C-SPL November Reader of the Month
Meet November Reader of the Month: Angie Johnson Check out Angie’s Favorite BooksBe the next C-SPL Reader of the Month! About Angie:I have worked at Carnegie-Stout Public library for 14 years, the last 6 of which I have been an Adult Services Librarian. I created […]
Not-So-Scary Picture Books for Halloween
By Bailey Keimig-Gehrke, Youth Services Now that the weather is cooling off and pumpkins are adorning our porch steps, it is the perfect time for families to celebrate all things sweetly spooky with their little ones. Since there is no better way to celebrate than […]
The Residence
By Ryan Bankson, Adult Services Experience an otherworldly presence, a family overcome with unimaginable anguish, and a séance gone awry. To make things even more unsettling, this all takes place in the White House, and is supposedly based upon real events. Happy Spooktober, one and […]
Honoring Indigenous Peoples
Reading recommendations for every age group in honor of Indigenous Peoples Day.
Laser Cutting and Engraving
Cut or engrave on wood, metal, glass and even leather for a professional looking custom project.
C-SPL October Reader of the Month
Meet October Reader of the Month: Kylie Weitz Check out Kylie’s Favorite BooksBe the next C-SPL Reader of the Month! About Kylie:I work for Medline Industries. When not at work, I’m spending time with friends and/or doing a theatre production (spot light operator) at the […]
3D Printing: A Giant Leap Forward
What’s that cool new orange machine in the Maker Space? It’s a sterolithography printer!
Open Your Library Card Perks
Whether you’re a new or seasoned cardholder, make sure you’re taking full advantage of all your library card perks! Here are just some of the great things you can do for free with your Dubuque resident library card. LEARN A NEW LANGUAGE: Transparent Language Online […]
Resources for Teachers
Teachers, did you know the library has special Teacher Library Cards for educators working in private or public schools and childcare facilities in the city of Dubuque? So long as they are intended for classroom use, they allow up to 30 books to be checked […]
C-SPL September Reader of the Month
Meet September Reader of the Month: Nick Rossman Check out Nick’s Favorite BooksBe the next C-SPL Reader of the Month! About Nick:As of May 2021, I am the Director of the Carnegie-Stout Public Library. I am a Dubuque native and excited to be back home. […]
Maker Space – Winter Programming
Winter 2021 Craft Kits ands Programming Visit the Maker Space and put your imagination to work with our winter craft kits. Each week features new projects so you can experience all the new equipment available in the Maker Space. Bring your family and friends and […]
Summer Success with AmeriCorps
This summer, the library youth services department was lucky enough to have not one, not two, but THREE AmeriCorps members to help with community outreach efforts! Meet Sarah Russo, Shaneen Upal, and Calasandra Spray. Sarah is from Albany, New York, and has a Library Science […]