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May the Fourth be with your painting

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
East Hills Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Program Description:

Celebrate Star Wars Day at the library with an easy Star Wars themed acrylic painting. May the Force be with You (and your painting).

For adults, registration required. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Tricky Tuesday! - Cinco de Mayo

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children
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 Cinco de Mayo and then making a 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

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
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 Mermaids (1990) 1 Hour 50 Minutes, PG-13. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Washington Park Library Book Club: BYOBook Club

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
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 "Teens" group

Teen Advisory Board Meeting

4:45pm–5:45pm
Teens
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

Chess Club

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
East Hills Library
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games/Gaming
Program Description:

Teens and adults of all skill levels are invited to the East Hills Library to meet with others who share a passion for the game of Chess. Let's learn and play together!

For Teens and Adults, no registration required.

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

Pre-K Play

10:00am–11:00am
Baby - Pre-K
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 "Baby - Pre-K" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Flower Painting

3:30pm–4:30pm
Baby - Pre-K, Children
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Baby - Pre-K, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Program Description:

Create beautiful flowers using the most unlikely objects as your paint brush!

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

Adult Coloring Night

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults
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 "Children" group

Tricky Tuesday! - Flowers

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children
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 flowers and then making a blooming 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

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
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 The Electric Horseman (1979) 2 Hours 1 Minute, PG. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Watercolor Painting

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Downtown Library
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.
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Slay Crochet! - Crochet Club

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens, Adults
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

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
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

10:00am–11:00am
Baby - Pre-K
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

Improvisational Quilt Workshop

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
East Hills Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Program Description:
Unleash your creativity in this playful, process-driven improvisational mini quilt class!
This event is in the "Adults" group

Classically Speaking: The Ancient Origins of the Zodiac

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures/Speakers, Miscellaneous
Program Description:

Are you curious about how ancient civilizations shaped the nighttime sky into formations? Join Dr. Jay Lemanski as he shares the history of astronomical texts from ancient Babylon to discover the origins of the zodiac.

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

Afternoon Tea Book Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Adults
Off Site
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 and drinking tea. Hosted by Carnegie Librarian Jenny Ellis.

May's book is The Busybody Book Club by Freya Sampson. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen After Hours: Paint Night

4:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
East Hills Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games/Gaming
Registration Required
Program Description:

Teens, check the library out after hours and join us for a night of painting fun! Paint and canvases provided, just bring your creativity!

For ages 12-17, registration required.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Bingo Night

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
East Hills Library
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 "Adults" group

Book Club - East Hills

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
East Hills Library
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. This month's selection is Weyward by Emilia Hart. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Tricky Tuesday! - Chickens

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children
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 chickens and then making a craft! 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 "Teens" group

Teen Advisory Board Meeting

4:45pm–5:45pm
Teens
East Hills Library
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer Opportunity
Program Description:

Only for members of the St. Joseph Public Library Teen Advisory 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 "Adults" group

Friends Front Row Tuesday Night Movies

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
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 The Princess Bride (1987) 1 Hour 38 Minutes, PG.