This event is in the "All Ages" group 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 View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group May 23 2026 Sat Cody Wells "The Lego Guy" 2:00pm–4:00pm Carnegie Library 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 May 25 2026 Mon Closing Closed - Memorial Day All Day Branches: Carnegie Library, Downtown Library, East Hills Library, Washington Park Library Description: All library locations are closed on Memorial Day.
This event is in the "Adults" group 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 View Details This event is in the "Adults" group May 25 2026 Mon Friends Book Club Downtown 5:00pm–5:45pm Downtown Library 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
This event is in the "Children" group 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. View Details This event is in the "Children" group May 26 2026 Tue Tricky Tuesday! - Movie Day 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 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group 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. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 26 2026 Tue Reading Middle Earth 5:00pm–5:45pm Downtown Library 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group 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. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group May 26 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 Days of Thunder (1990) 1 Hour 47 Minutes, PG-13.
This event is in the "Children" group 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. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group May 27 2026 Wed Flower Art 10:00am–11:00am Downtown Library 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group 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. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 27 2026 Wed Bite-Size Keto 6:00pm–7:00pm East Hills Library 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group 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. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 28 2026 Thu Watercolor 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 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group 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 PaintingRelax, 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. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 28 2026 Thu Paint, Sip, Relax! 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 Registration Required Program Description: Printed Canvas PaintingRelax, 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group 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! View Details This event is in the "Adults" group May 28 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 "All Ages" group 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. View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group May 28 2026 Thu Library Board of Trustees Meeting 6:00pm–8:00pm East Hills Library 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.
This event is in the "Baby - Pre-K" group 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. View Details This event is in the "Baby - Pre-K" group May 29 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 "Teens" group 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! View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group May 29 2026 Fri Teens Taste: Rice Edition 12:00pm–1:00pm Downtown Library 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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group 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! View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group May 31 2026 Sun Summer Reading Kickoff Party with Dinos! 1:30pm–3:00pm Carnegie Library 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.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "All Ages" group 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! View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Jun 2 2026 Tue Summer Reading Performers: Mad Science 10:00am–10:45am Downtown Library 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.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "All Ages" group 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! View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Jun 2 2026 Tue Summer Reading Performers: Mad Science 3:00pm–3:45pm Carnegie Library 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.
This event is in the "Children" group 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! View Details This event is in the "Children" group Jun 2 2026 Tue Tricky Tuesday! 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 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!
This event is in the "Adults" group 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. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 2 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 Title (YEAR) ## Minutes, RATING.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "All Ages" group 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! View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Jun 3 2026 Wed Summer Reading Performers: Mad Science 10:00am–10:45am East Hills Library 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.
This event is in the "Baby - Pre-K" group This event is in the "Children" group 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 View Details This event is in the "Baby - Pre-K" group This event is in the "Children" group Jun 3 2026 Wed Family Storytime 10:30am–11:30am Carnegie Library 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.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "All Ages" group 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! View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Jun 3 2026 Wed Summer Reading Performers: Mad Science 3:00pm–3:45pm Washington Park Library 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group 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. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 4 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 "Children" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Book Buddies Reading Dogs Saturday, June 6, 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 Jun 6 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.