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Book Buddies Reading Dogs

Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room (East Hills) at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children, All Ages
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 environ...

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.

Tricky Tuesday!

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room (Washington Park) at Washington Park Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games/Gaming, Movies
Age Group:
Children
Program Description:

If you and your child enjoy a variety of games, crafts, and activities, join us every week for Tricky Tuesday! This program is best for Children ages 6 to 12.

Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games/Gaming, Movies
Program Description:

If you and your child enjoy a variety of games, crafts, and activities, join us every week for Tricky Tuesday! This program is best for Children ages 6 to 12.

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.

Friends Front Row Tuesday Night Movies

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Description:

Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is Title (YEAR) ## Minutes, RATING. Hard of hearing? We have t-coil loopi...

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Movies
Program Description:

Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is Title (YEAR) ## Minutes, RATING. 

Washington Park Library Book Club: BYOBook Club

Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Club Room at Washington Park Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs/Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

BYOB: Bring your own books! This is a no pressure book club. If you like to talk about books you are reading, join us for an informal discussion about what you have been reading.&n...

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.

Messy Munchkins

Friday, August 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Storytime Room (East Hills) at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Early Literacy
Age Group:
Baby - Pre-K
Program Description:

Children ages 2-6 years and their grown-ups can learn while playing at our weekly Messy Munchkins sessions in June and July. Each week we’ll have child-directed play time where lit...

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Storytime Room (East Hills)
Age Group: Baby - Pre-K
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Early Literacy
Program Description:

Children ages 2-6 years and their grown-ups can learn while playing at our weekly Messy Munchkins sessions in June and July.

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.

Tricky Tuesday!

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room (Washington Park) at Washington Park Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games/Gaming, Movies
Age Group:
Children
Program Description:

If you and your child enjoy a variety of games, crafts, and activities, join us every week for Tricky Tuesday! This program is best for Children ages 6 to 12.

Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games/Gaming, Movies
Program Description:

If you and your child enjoy a variety of games, crafts, and activities, join us every week for Tricky Tuesday! This program is best for Children ages 6 to 12.

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.

Final Girl Book Club

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Clubs/Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Join your resident Spooky Girls, Jenna and Marina, for an evening of spine-tingling terror at the Final Girl Book Club. Each 2nd Tuesday of the month,  we will discuss a new b...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors
Program Description:

Join your resident Spooky Girls, Jenna and Marina, for an evening of spine-tingling terror at the Final Girl Book Club. Each 2nd Tuesday of the month,  we will discuss a new book in the horror and paranormal genres. 

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.

Friends Front Row Tuesday Night Movies

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Description:

Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is Title (YEAR) ## Minutes, RATING. Hard of hearing? We have t-coil loopi...

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Movies
Program Description:

Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is Title (YEAR) ## Minutes, RATING. 

Messy Munchkins

Friday, August 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Storytime Room (East Hills) at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Early Literacy
Age Group:
Baby - Pre-K
Program Description:

Children ages 2-6 years and their grown-ups can learn while playing at our weekly Messy Munchkins sessions in June and July. Each week we’ll have child-directed play time where lit...

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Storytime Room (East Hills)
Age Group: Baby - Pre-K
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Early Literacy
Program Description:

Children ages 2-6 years and their grown-ups can learn while playing at our weekly Messy Munchkins sessions in June and July.

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.
a garden and maze

Classically Speaking

Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Lectures/Speakers, Miscellaneous
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures/Speakers, Miscellaneous

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.

Bingo Night

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Conference Room at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Games/Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Join the East Hills branch for a fun-filled night of BINGO! Prizes will be provided by the library. Intended for adults, ages 18+

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games/Gaming
Program Description:

Join the East Hills branch for a fun-filled night of BINGO! 

Prizes will be provided by the library. 

Intended for adults, ages 18+

Book Club - East Hills

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Conference Room at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs/Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Embrace new adventures through reading and discussion at the East Hills Library Book Club. We meet on the third Tuesday of every month at 10:00 a.m. This month's selection is The F...

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors
Program Description:

Embrace new adventures through reading and discussion at the East Hills Library Book Club. We meet on the third Tuesday of every month at 10:00 a.m.

Tricky Tuesday!

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room (Washington Park) at Washington Park Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games/Gaming, Movies
Age Group:
Children
Program Description:

If you and your child enjoy a variety of games, crafts, and activities, join us every week for Tricky Tuesday! This program is best for Children ages 6 to 12.

Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games/Gaming, Movies
Program Description:

If you and your child enjoy a variety of games, crafts, and activities, join us every week for Tricky Tuesday! This program is best for Children ages 6 to 12.

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.

Friends Front Row Tuesday Night Movies

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Description:

Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is Title (YEAR) ## Minutes, RATING. Hard of hearing? We have t-coil loopi...

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Movies
Program Description:

Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is Title (YEAR) ## Minutes, RATING. 

Colorful lego flyer for East Hills Library Lego Club Third Thursdays at 6 p.m.

LEGO Club

Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Age Group:
Children
Program Description:

Join us for LEGO Club at the East Hills Library! Come meet with fellow LEGO enthusiasts each month for various LEGO challenges. Can you build it?For grades K and up.

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Program Description:

Join us for LEGO Club at the East Hills Library! Come meet with fellow LEGO enthusiasts each month for various LEGO challenges. Can you build it?

For grades K and up.

swans

Afternoon Tea Book Club

Saturday, August 23, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Clubs/Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Book Club sponsored by the Friends of the Library. For adults that enjoy reading a mix of adult and young adult books. Hosted by Carnegie Librarian Jenny Ellis.August's book is Pri...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors
Program Description:

Book Club sponsored by the Friends of the Library. For adults that enjoy reading a mix of adult and young adult books. Hosted by Carnegie Librarian Jenny Ellis.

August's book is Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen

The Metamorphosis

Friends Book Club Downtown

Monday, August 25, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs/Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Do you love reading?  Do you enjoy talking about what you're reading?  You should join us for our Friends Book Club Downtown.  The fourth Monday of every month will ...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors
Program Description:

Do you love reading?  Do you enjoy talking about what you're reading?  You should join us for our Friends Book Club Downtown.  The fourth Monday of every month will discuss a different title.  Call Erika for more information at

Tricky Tuesday!

Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room (Washington Park) at Washington Park Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games/Gaming, Movies
Age Group:
Children
Program Description:

If you and your child enjoy a variety of games, crafts, and activities, join us every week for Tricky Tuesday! This program is best for Children ages 6 to 12.

Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games/Gaming, Movies
Program Description:

If you and your child enjoy a variety of games, crafts, and activities, join us every week for Tricky Tuesday! This program is best for Children ages 6 to 12.

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.

Friends Front Row Tuesday Night Movies

Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Description:

Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is Title (YEAR) ## Minutes, RATING. Hard of hearing? We have t-coil loopi...

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Movies
Program Description:

Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is Title (YEAR) ## Minutes, RATING. 

Yellow book with a red house

Virtual Murder, She Read: Cozy Mystery Book Discussion

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Branch
Program Type:
Book Clubs/Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Book Club sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Carnegie librarian Jenny Ellis will host the virtual cozy mystery book club Murder, She Read.August's book will be One Sharp Stit...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Program Description:

Book Club sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Carnegie librarian Jenny Ellis will host the virtual cozy mystery book club Murder, She Read.

August's book will be One Sharp Stitch by Allie Pleiter. The author will be joining us.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Miscellaneous
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Description:

Regular monthly meeting of the SJPL Board of Trustees.

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Miscellaneous
Program Description:

Regular monthly meeting of the SJPL Board of Trustees.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
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Casual Commander Club

Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Games/Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
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! The Comm...

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!

Closed - Labor Day

All Day
Carnegie Library, Downtown Library, East Hills Library, Washington Park Library

All library locations will be closed for Labor Day.

Closing
Branches:
Carnegie Library, Downtown Library, East Hills Library, Washington Park Library
Description:

All library locations will be closed for Labor Day.

Tricky Tuesday!

Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room (Washington Park) at Washington Park Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games/Gaming, Movies
Age Group:
Children
Program Description:

If you and your child enjoy a variety of games, crafts, and activities, join us every week for Tricky Tuesday! This program is best for Children ages 6 to 12.

Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games/Gaming, Movies
Program Description:

If you and your child enjoy a variety of games, crafts, and activities, join us every week for Tricky Tuesday! This program is best for Children ages 6 to 12.

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.