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Classically Speaking

Saturday, July 19, 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Bingo Night

Monday, July 21, 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+

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Summer Reading Performer: Exotics R Us

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Description:

Meet the Animal Ambassadors from Exotics R Us, an educational outreach program that supports wildlife conservation and specializes in bringing education of the wild to you and...

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

Meet the Animal Ambassadors from Exotics R Us, an educational outreach program that supports wildlife conservation and specializes in bringing education of the wild to you and yours. 

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 Performer: Exotics R Us

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Carnegie Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Description:

PLEASE NOTE THE TIME CHANGE FROM PREVIOUS SUMMER READING PERFORMERS! Meet the Animal Ambassadors from Exotics R Us, an educational outreach program that supports wildlife cons...

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

PLEASE NOTE THE TIME CHANGE FROM PREVIOUS SUMMER READING PERFORMERS! 

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, July 22, 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Alex Trebek's Jeoparty

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Games/Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Come Play Jeopardy at the Library in Celebration of Alex Trebek's Birthday! 

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games/Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Program Description:

Come Play Jeopardy at the Library in Celebration of Alex Trebek's Birthday! 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Friends Front Row Tuesday Night Movies

Tuesday, July 22, 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. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Summer Reading Performer: Exotics R Us

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Description:

Meet the Animal Ambassadors from Exotics R Us, an educational outreach program that supports wildlife conservation and specializes in bringing education of the wild to you and...

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

Meet the Animal Ambassadors from Exotics R Us, an educational outreach program that supports wildlife conservation and specializes in bringing education of the wild to you and yours. 

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 Performer: Exotics R Us

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Storytime Room (Washington Park) at Washington Park Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Description:

PLEASE NOTE THE TIME CHANGE FROM PREVIOUS SUMMER READING PERFORMERS! Meet the Animal Ambassadors from Exotics R Us, an educational outreach program that supports wildlife cons...

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

PLEASE NOTE THE TIME CHANGE FROM PREVIOUS SUMMER READING PERFORMERS! 

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 "Teens" group.

A+ Readers

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Conference Room at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Volunteer Opportunity
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Program Description:

Parents! Do you have a young child who would like practice reading over the summer with a Teen Mentor? Check out our mentor program called A+ Readers! Each Thursday from 2-4 p.m. i...

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Early Literacy, Volunteer Opportunity
Program Description:

Parents! Do you have a young child who would like practice reading over the summer with a Teen Mentor? Check out our mentor program called A+ Readers! Each Thursday from 2-4 p.m.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Club Room at Washington Park Library
Program Type:
Miscellaneous
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Description:

Regular monthly meeting of the SJPL Board of Trustees.

Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Room: Club 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.
This event is in the "Baby - Pre-K" group.

Messy Munchkins

Friday, July 25, 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Coffee and Crafts

Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Carnegie Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Join us as we sip some coffee and stencil edges of a book. The painting/stencil supplies will be provided but please bring your own book.  

Library Branch: Carnegie Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Program Description:

Join us as we sip some coffee and stencil edges of a book. The painting/stencil supplies will be provided but please bring your own book.  

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Afternoon Tea Book Club

Saturday, July 26, 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.July's book is The S...

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.

July's book is The Sirens by Emilia Hart.

The book is on order.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Anime Club

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Movies
Age Group:
Teens
Program Description:

Can't get enough Anime? Meet at the library for two hours of socializing and communally enjoying your shared passion of Anime! Anime Club is moving to the fourth Monday, every...

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movies
Program Description:

Can't get enough Anime? Meet at the library for two hours of socializing and communally enjoying your shared passion of Anime! Anime Club is moving to the fourth Monday, every other month.

For ages 12-17, no registration required.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Friends Book Club Downtown

Monday, July 28, 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

This event is in the "Children" group.

Tricky Tuesday!

Tuesday, July 29, 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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Friends Front Row Tuesday Night Movies

Tuesday, July 29, 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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Virtual Murder, She Read: Cozy Mystery Book Discussion

Wednesday, July 30, 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.July's book will be Murder Strikes a...

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.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

A+ Readers

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Conference Room at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Volunteer Opportunity
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Program Description:

Parents! Do you have a young child who would like practice reading over the summer with a Teen Mentor? Check out our mentor program called A+ Readers! Each Thursday from 2-4 p.m. i...

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Early Literacy, Volunteer Opportunity
Program Description:

Parents! Do you have a young child who would like practice reading over the summer with a Teen Mentor? Check out our mentor program called A+ Readers! Each Thursday from 2-4 p.m.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Casual Commander Club

Thursday, July 31, 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!

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Summer Reading Ice Skating Party at Bode Ice Arena

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Community Events
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Program Description:

Cool off with the staff from the St. Joseph Public Library for an end of Summer Reading Ice Skating Party at Bode Ice Arena.  Admission is free!  The fun is priceless!&nb...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Community Events
Program Description:

Cool off with the staff from the St. Joseph Public Library for an end of Summer Reading Ice Skating Party at Bode Ice Arena.  Admission is free!  The fun is priceless!  All children must be accompanied by an adult.

This event is in the "Baby - Pre-K" group.

Messy Munchkins

Friday, August 1, 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tea Time with Jenny

Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Carnegie Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Bring your own craft (crochet, cross-stitch, knitting, etc) to work on while sipping tea.

Library Branch: Carnegie Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Program Description:

Bring your own craft (crochet, cross-stitch, knitting, etc) to work on while sipping tea.