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Cody Wells "The Lego Guy"

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games/Gaming
Age Group:
All Ages

Come and enjoy a fun filled morning playing with Legos!  Cody Wells is an award winning custom Lego artist. His work has been featured on the Steve Harvey Show, Good Day New York, Details Magazine, and

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games/Gaming
Program Description:

Come and enjoy a fun filled morning playing with Legos!  Cody Wells is an award winning custom Lego artist. His work has been featured on the Steve Harvey Show, Good Day New York, Details Magazine, and

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.

Cody Wells "The Lego Guy"

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Carnegie Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games/Gaming
Age Group:
All Ages

Come and enjoy a fun filled morning playing with Legos!  Cody Wells is an award winning custom Lego artist. His work has been featured on the Steve Harvey Show, Good Day New York, Details Magazine, and

Library Branch: Carnegie Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games/Gaming
Program Description:

Come and enjoy a fun filled morning playing with Legos!  Cody Wells is an award winning custom Lego artist. His work has been featured on the Steve Harvey Show, Good Day New York, Details Magazine, and

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.

Closed - Memorial Day

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

All library locations are closed on Memorial Day.

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

All library locations are closed on Memorial Day.

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Friends Book Club Downtown

Monday, May 25, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs/Authors
Age Group:
Adults

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

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

Blue Background with white paint palette reading tricky tuesday Join us for a fun activity, storytime, craft or maybe all three! 4 p.m. Every Tuesday @ Washington Park Library No Registration required *Crafts can be messy, please wear clothing that is ok to get stained.

Tricky Tuesday! - Movie Day

Tuesday, May 26, 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 watching Zootopia 2! This movie has a runtime of 107 minutes. 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, Early Literacy
Program Description:

This week we will be watching Zootopia 2! This movie has a runtime of 107 minutes. 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.

Reading Middle Earth

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs/Authors
Age Group:
Adults

Are you ready for an adventure? Join Dr. Paula Hayward this year as we take a literary journey through Middle Earth reading The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. Discussion questions and further readings will be available.

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

Are you ready for an adventure? Join Dr. Paula Hayward this year as we take a literary journey through Middle Earth reading The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. Discussion questions and further readings will be available.

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.
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Friends Front Row Tuesday Night Movies

Tuesday, May 26, 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 Days of Thunder (1990) 1 Hour 47 Minutes, PG-13. 

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 Days of Thunder (1990) 1 Hour 47 Minutes, PG-13. 

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Flower Art

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Storytime Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Spring into the library for a fun art project creating flowers from tissue paper.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Storytime Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Program Description:

Spring into the library for a fun art project creating flowers from tissue paper.

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.

Bite-Size Keto

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Makerspace at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults

Need a yummy finger food for a summer potluck or party or just to snack on yourself? Join us to learn how to make Spinach Artichoke Dip Bites that are vegetarian, low carb (keto), gluten-free, and totally delicious.

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Program Description:

Need a yummy finger food for a summer potluck or party or just to snack on yourself? Join us to learn how to make Spinach Artichoke Dip Bites that are vegetarian, low carb (keto), gluten-free, and totally delicious.

Watercolor Painting

Thursday, May 28, 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 painting 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.

Registration Required
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 painting 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.
Multicolored Background with paintbrushes, Text reading Paint, Sip, Relax! Thurs, May 28 For Adults and Teens Registration Required

Paint, Sip, Relax!

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Storytime Room (Washington Park) at Washington Park Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Printed Canvas Painting

Relax, unwind, and get creative at Washington Park Library! Join us for a painting event, where you can enjoy a stress-free painting experience while sipping on refreshments.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Program Description:

Printed Canvas Painting

Relax, unwind, and get creative at Washington Park Library! Join us for a painting event, where you can enjoy a stress-free painting experience while sipping on refreshments.

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Casual Commander Club

Thursday, May 28, 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!

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!

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Miscellaneous
Age Group:
All Ages

Monthly meeting of the SJPL Board of Trustees.

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

Monthly meeting of the SJPL Board of Trustees.

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.

Pre-K Play

Friday, May 29, 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.

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.

Teens Taste: Rice Edition

Friday, May 29, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Lectures/Speakers
Age Group:
Teens

Taste different rice dishes from all over the world using different grains and tons of flavor!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Lectures/Speakers
Registration Required
Program Description:

Taste different rice dishes from all over the world using different grains and tons of flavor!

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.

Summer Reading Kickoff Party with Dinos!

Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Carnegie Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Events, Miscellaneous, Performances
Age Group:
All Ages

Come have FREE fun for the whole family at the Carnegie Library for our Summer Reading Kickoff Party!

Library Branch: Carnegie Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Events, Miscellaneous, Performances
Program Description:

Come have FREE fun for the whole family at the Carnegie Library for our Summer Reading Kickoff Party!

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.

Summer Reading Performers: Mad Science

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Children, All Ages

Mad Science delivers unique, hands-on science experiences for children. Their innovative programs are as entertaining as they are educational!

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Performances
Program Description:

Mad Science delivers unique, hands-on science experiences for children. Their innovative programs are as entertaining as they are educational!

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.

Summer Reading Performers: Mad Science

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Carnegie Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Children, All Ages

Mad Science delivers unique, hands-on science experiences for children. Their innovative programs are as entertaining as they are educational!

Library Branch: Carnegie Library
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Performances
Program Description:

Mad Science delivers unique, hands-on science experiences for children. Their innovative programs are as entertaining as they are educational!

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.
Blue Background with white paint palette reading tricky tuesday Join us for a fun activity, storytime, craft or maybe all three! 4 p.m. Every Tuesday @ Washington Park Library No Registration required *Crafts can be messy, please wear clothing that is ok to get stained.

Tricky Tuesday!

Tuesday, June 2, 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 BLANK and then making a fun BLANK craft! If you and your child enjoy a variety of games, crafts, and activities, join us every week for Tricky Tuesday!

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 BLANK and then making a fun BLANK craft! If you and your child enjoy a variety of games, crafts, and activities, join us every week for Tricky Tuesday!

Friends Front Row Tuesday Night Movies

Tuesday, June 2, 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 Title (YEAR) ## Minutes, RATING. 

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 Title (YEAR) ## Minutes, RATING. 

Summer Reading Performers: Mad Science

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
East Hills Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Children, All Ages

Mad Science delivers unique, hands-on science experiences for children. Their innovative programs are as entertaining as they are educational!

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Performances
Program Description:

Mad Science delivers unique, hands-on science experiences for children. Their innovative programs are as entertaining as they are educational!

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.
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Family Storytime

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Carnegie Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytimes
Age Group:
Baby - Pre-K, Children

Unearth a story while we read some fun stories and make a craft

Library Branch: Carnegie Library
Age Group: Baby - Pre-K, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes
Program Description:

Unearth a story while we read some fun stories and make a craft

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.

Summer Reading Performers: Mad Science

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Storytime Room (Washington Park) at Washington Park Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Children, All Ages

Mad Science delivers unique, hands-on science experiences for children. Their innovative programs are as entertaining as they are educational!

Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Performances
Program Description:

Mad Science delivers unique, hands-on science experiences for children. Their innovative programs are as entertaining as they are educational!

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.

Washington Park Library Book Club: BYOBook Club

Thursday, June 4, 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.

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.