Closed - Christmas All Day Carnegie Library, Downtown Library, East Hills Library, Washington Park Library All library locations will be closed on Christmas day. Closing Dec 25 2025 Thu Closing Closed - Christmas All Day Branches: Carnegie Library, Downtown Library, East Hills Library, Washington Park Library Description: All library locations will be closed on Christmas day.
All Branches Closed by 6 p.m. Monday, December 29, 2025 at 6:00pm - 11:45pm Carnegie Library, Downtown Library, East Hills Library, Washington Park Library All library locations will close by 6 p.m. December 29-31. Closing Dec 29 2025 Mon Closing All Branches Closed by 6 p.m. 6:00pm–11:45pm Branches: Carnegie Library, Downtown Library, East Hills Library, Washington Park Library Description: All library locations will close by 6 p.m. December 29-31.
This event is in the "Children" group Tricky Tuesday! - Movie & Popcorn Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm Storytime Room (Washington Park) at Washington Park Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games/Gaming, Movies Age Group: Children This tuesday we will be watching The Wild Robot. This movie has a runtime of 102 min, so program will last longer than usual. If you and your child enjoy a variety of games, crafts, and activities, join us every week for Tricky Tuesday! View Details This event is in the "Children" group Dec 30 2025 Tue Tricky Tuesday! - Movie & Popcorn 4:00pm–5:30pm Washington Park Library Library Branch: Washington Park Library Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park) Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games/Gaming, Movies Program Description: This tuesday we will be watching The Wild Robot. This movie has a runtime of 102 min, so program will last longer than usual. If you and your child enjoy a variety of games, crafts, and activities, join us every week for Tricky Tuesday! Disclaimer(s) This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Children 8 and under must always be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. This program involves paint or other materials that can be messy. Please wear clothing that is okay to get stained. We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
All Branches Closed by 6 p.m. Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 11:45pm Carnegie Library, Downtown Library, East Hills Library, Washington Park Library All library locations will close by 6 p.m. December 29-31. Closing Dec 30 2025 Tue Closing All Branches Closed by 6 p.m. 6:00pm–11:45pm Branches: Carnegie Library, Downtown Library, East Hills Library, Washington Park Library Description: All library locations will close by 6 p.m. December 29-31.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Noon Year's Eve Party Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Storytime Room (East Hills) at East Hills Library Program Type: Community Events Age Group: Children, All Ages Families are invited to ring in the new year at Noon! Perfect for those who don't want to stay up 'til Midnight. Join us for a dance party with a DJ, bubbles and a balloon drop at noon! View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Dec 31 2025 Wed Noon Year's Eve Party 11:00am–12:00pm East Hills Library Library Branch: East Hills Library Room: Storytime Room (East Hills) Age Group: Children, All Ages Program Type: Community Events Program Description: Families are invited to ring in the new year at Noon! Perfect for those who don't want to stay up 'til Midnight. Join us for a dance party with a DJ, bubbles and a balloon drop at noon!
This event is in the "Adults" group CANCELLED English Conversation Group Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library Program Type: Diversity, Volunteer Opportunity Age Group: Adults Are you learning English and need a place to practice? Would you like to help others improve their English? Join the conversation every Tuesday to practice or to share your English skills with friends. Cancelled View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 31 2025 Wed Cancelled CANCELLED English Conversation Group 1:00pm–2:00pm Downtown Library Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Owen Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Diversity, Volunteer Opportunity Program Description: Are you learning English and need a place to practice? Would you like to help others improve their English? Join the conversation every Tuesday to practice or to share your English skills with friends. Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
All Branches Closed by 6 p.m. Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 6:00pm - 11:45pm Carnegie Library, Downtown Library, East Hills Library, Washington Park Library All library locations will close by 6 p.m. December 29-31. Closing Dec 31 2025 Wed Closing All Branches Closed by 6 p.m. 6:00pm–11:45pm Branches: Carnegie Library, Downtown Library, East Hills Library, Washington Park Library Description: All library locations will close by 6 p.m. December 29-31.
Closed - New Year's Day All Day Carnegie Library, Downtown Library, East Hills Library, Washington Park Library All library locations will be closed New Year's Day. Closing Jan 1 2026 Thu Closing Closed - New Year's Day All Day Branches: Carnegie Library, Downtown Library, East Hills Library, Washington Park Library Description: All library locations will be closed New Year's Day.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Book Buddies Reading Dogs Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm Storytime Room (East Hills) at East Hills Library Program Type: Early Literacy Age Group: Children, All Ages The Book Buddies Pony Express Therapy Dogs, in partnership with the East Hills Library, are offering children a way to improve their reading skills in a unique and fun environment. View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Jan 3 2026 Sat Book Buddies Reading Dogs 10:30am–12:00pm East Hills Library Library Branch: East Hills Library Room: Storytime Room (East Hills) Age Group: Children, All Ages Program Type: Early Literacy Program Description: The Book Buddies Pony Express Therapy Dogs, in partnership with the East Hills Library, are offering children a way to improve their reading skills in a unique and fun environment.
This event is in the "Adults" group Puzzle Swap! Washington Park Library Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Washington Park Library Program Type: Hobbies Age Group: Adults Come swap out your puzzles for some that are new-to-you! -Puzzles of all sizes and piece counts are welcome.-If a puzzle has missing pieces, please note the number on the box. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 3 2026 Sat Puzzle Swap! Washington Park Library 1:00pm–2:00pm Washington Park Library Library Branch: Washington Park Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Hobbies Program Description: Come swap out your puzzles for some that are new-to-you! -Puzzles of all sizes and piece counts are welcome.-If a puzzle has missing pieces, please note the number on the box.
This event is in the "Baby - Pre-K" group This event is in the "Children" group Sensory Snowman Monday, January 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Storytime Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes Age Group: Baby - Pre-K, Children Join us for a reading of Snowmen at Night by Caralyn Buehner and create a sensory snowman to take home with you! Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Baby - Pre-K" group This event is in the "Children" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Sensory Snowman 10:00am–11:00am Downtown Library Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Storytime Room (Downtown) Age Group: Baby - Pre-K, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes Registration Required Program Description: Join us for a reading of Snowmen at Night by Caralyn Buehner and create a sensory snowman to take home with you! Disclaimer(s) This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Children 8 and under must always be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. This program involves paint or other materials that can be messy. Please wear clothing that is okay to get stained.
This event is in the "Adults" group Watercolor Landscape Painting Monday, January 5, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies Age Group: Adults Want to create a beautiful landscape using watercolors but don't feel confident enough to jump in without guidance? This session is perfect for you! This will be a gentle introduction to basic techniques with beautiful results. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Watercolor Landscape Painting 2:00pm–4:00pm Downtown Library Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Owen Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies Registration Required Program Description: Want to create a beautiful landscape using watercolors but don't feel confident enough to jump in without guidance? This session is perfect for you! This will be a gentle introduction to basic techniques with beautiful results. Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. This program involves paint or other materials that can be messy. Please wear clothing that is okay to get stained.
This event is in the "Children" group Tricky Tuesday! - Snow Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Storytime Room (Washington Park) at Washington Park Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Early Literacy Age Group: Children This week we will be reading stories featuring snow and then making a fun snow craft! If you and your child enjoy a variety of games, crafts, and activities, join us every week for Tricky Tuesday! View Details This event is in the "Children" group Jan 6 2026 Tue Tricky Tuesday! - Snow 4:00pm–5:00pm Washington Park Library Library Branch: Washington Park Library Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park) Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Early Literacy Program Description: This week we will be reading stories featuring snow and then making a fun snow craft! If you and your child enjoy a variety of games, crafts, and activities, join us every week for Tricky Tuesday!
This event is in the "Adults" group Friends Front Row Tuesday Night Movies Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm The Theater at East Hills Library Program Type: Movies Age Group: Adults Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is Superman (2025) 2 hours 9 minutes. PG-13. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 6 2026 Tue Friends Front Row Tuesday Night Movies 6:30pm–8:00pm East Hills Library Library Branch: East Hills Library Room: The Theater Age Group: Adults Program Type: Movies Program Description: Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is Superman (2025) 2 hours 9 minutes. PG-13.
This event is in the "Adults" group Washington Park Library Book Club: BYOBook Club Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Club Room at Washington Park Library Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors Age Group: Adults BYOB: Bring your own books! This is a no pressure book club. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Washington Park Library Book Club: BYOBook Club 2:00pm–3:00pm Washington Park Library Library Branch: Washington Park Library Room: Club Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors Program Description: BYOB: Bring your own books! This is a no pressure book club. Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
This event is in the "Adults" group Cold-Frame Gardening Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm The Theater at East Hills Library Program Type: Gardening Age Group: Adults Learn how to extend your gardening season using a cold frame, complete with construction information. Presented by horticulturalist Dr. Todd Higgins. For adults, registration required. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Cold-Frame Gardening 2:00pm–3:30pm East Hills Library Library Branch: East Hills Library Room: The Theater Age Group: Adults Program Type: Gardening Registration Required Program Description: Learn how to extend your gardening season using a cold frame, complete with construction information. Presented by horticulturalist Dr. Todd Higgins. For adults, registration required.
This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Advisory Board Meeting Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 4:45pm - 5:45pm Conference Room at East Hills Library Program Type: Teen Advisory Board (TAB), Volunteer Opportunity Age Group: Teens Only for members of the St. Joseph Public Library Board. View Details This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Teen Advisory Board Meeting 4:45pm–5:45pm East Hills Library Library Branch: East Hills Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Teen Advisory Board (TAB), Volunteer Opportunity Program Description: Only for members of the St. Joseph Public Library Board. Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Slay Crochet! - Crochet Club Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Storytime Room (Washington Park) at Washington Park Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Teens, Adults Ready to stitch, slay, and create? Join us for Slay Crochet, a teen crochet club at Washington Park Library! View Details This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Slay Crochet! - Crochet Club 5:00pm–6:00pm Washington Park Library Library Branch: Washington Park Library Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Program Description: Ready to stitch, slay, and create? Join us for Slay Crochet, a teen crochet club at Washington Park Library!
This event is in the "Adults" group Casual Commander Club Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Conference Room at East Hills Library Program Type: Games/Gaming Age Group: Adults This is a club for all those who love Magic the Gathering! Bring your own Magic the Gathering commander format* deck to battle and destroy your friends and strangers! View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Casual Commander Club 6:00pm–8:00pm East Hills Library Library Branch: East Hills Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Games/Gaming Program Description: This is a club for all those who love Magic the Gathering! Bring your own Magic the Gathering commander format* deck to battle and destroy your friends and strangers!
This event is in the "Baby - Pre-K" group Pre-K Play Friday, January 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Storytime Room (East Hills) at East Hills Library Program Type: Early Literacy Age Group: Baby - Pre-K Children aged 0-6 and their caregivers are invited to learn and play together in the East Hills Storytime Room with the early literacy toy collection. View Details This event is in the "Baby - Pre-K" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Pre-K Play 10:00am–11:00am East Hills Library Library Branch: East Hills Library Room: Storytime Room (East Hills) Age Group: Baby - Pre-K Program Type: Early Literacy Program Description: Children aged 0-6 and their caregivers are invited to learn and play together in the East Hills Storytime Room with the early literacy toy collection.
This event is in the "Adults" group #Booktok Craft: Book Bedazzling Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Carnegie Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Bring your own book to create a bedazzled book. As seen on #booktok Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 10 2026 Sat #Booktok Craft: Book Bedazzling 1:00pm–2:00pm Carnegie Library Library Branch: Carnegie Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Program Description: Bring your own book to create a bedazzled book. As seen on #booktok
This event is in the "Adults" group Technically Adults Club Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library Program Type: Games/Gaming Age Group: Adults Are you an adult between the ages of 19-30, yet you feel like you need an adultier adult? Does it feel like someone forgot to give you the handbook when you got out of high school? Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Technically Adults Club 3:00pm–4:30pm Downtown Library Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Owen Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Games/Gaming Registration Required Program Description: Are you an adult between the ages of 19-30, yet you feel like you need an adultier adult? Does it feel like someone forgot to give you the handbook when you got out of high school? Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
This event is in the "Adults" group Adult Coloring Night Monday, January 12, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm Conference Room at East Hills Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Adults can join us to calm your mind by coloring. Come create and socialize with us. The library will provide supplies, but you can bring your own if you would like to. For adults, 18+, no registration required. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Adult Coloring Night 5:30pm–6:30pm East Hills Library Library Branch: East Hills Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Program Description: Adults can join us to calm your mind by coloring. Come create and socialize with us. The library will provide supplies, but you can bring your own if you would like to. For adults, 18+, no registration required.
This event is in the "Adults" group Refried Beans from Scratch Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library Program Type: Cooking Age Group: Adults Soak 'em, boil 'em, mash 'em in a pot...really not much more to it. Refried beans are so easy to make and such a yummy snack. Join us to learn how and to enjoy the product of your efforts. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Refried Beans from Scratch 2:00pm–4:00pm Downtown Library Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Owen Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cooking Registration Required Program Description: Soak 'em, boil 'em, mash 'em in a pot...really not much more to it. Refried beans are so easy to make and such a yummy snack. Join us to learn how and to enjoy the product of your efforts. Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.