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Family Storytime

10:30am–11:30am
Baby - Pre-K, Children
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.

Summer Reading: Window Cling Creators

3:00pm–3:45pm
Children, All Ages
Washington Park Library
Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Performances
Program Description:

Kids can design and create their own window clings from scratch! Let their creativity shine, literally, by showcasing their artwork where the sunlight can really make them pop.

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.

Poké Party

4:30pm–6:30pm
All Ages
East Hills Library
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games/Gaming
Program Description:

Come enjoy Pokémon themed crafts and activities! All supplies are provided. Bring your handheld games, cards, and art to share, battle, and trade with other Pokémon fans! All ages welcome.

Independence Day

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

All library locations are closed on Independence Day.

Summer Reading: Brent Allan

10:00am–10:45am
Children, All Ages
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Performances
Program Description:

Fun programs of magic, puppets and comedy that kids are sure to love! The programs teach about reading, character, science, and more!

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: Brent Allan

3:00pm–3:45pm
Children, All Ages
Carnegie Library
Library Branch: Carnegie Library
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Performances
Program Description:

Fun programs of magic, puppets and comedy that kids are sure to love! The programs teach about reading, character, science, and more!

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.

Tricky Tuesday!

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 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

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 Title (YEAR) ## Minutes, RATING. 

Summer Reading: Brent Allan

10:00am–10:45am
Children, All Ages
East Hills Library
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Performances
Program Description:

Fun programs of magic, puppets and comedy that kids are sure to love! The programs teach about reading, character, science, and more!

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.

Family Storytime

10:30am–11:30am
Baby - Pre-K, Children
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.

Summer Reading Performer: Brent Allan

3:00pm–3:45pm
Children, All Ages
Washington Park Library
Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Performances
Program Description:

Fun programs of magic, puppets and comedy that kids are sure to love! The programs teach about reading, character, science, and more!

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.

SJPL Foundation Meeting

12:00pm–1:45pm
Adults
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Miscellaneous
Program Description:

Quarterly meeting of the SJPL Foundation.

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.

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!

Crafternoon

1:00pm–2:00pm
All Ages
Carnegie Library
Library Branch: Carnegie Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Program Description:

Theme to be determined. 

Meet author Amanda Sellet

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors, Community Events
Program Description:

Meet author Amanda Sellet from Lawrence, KS at our local indie bookstore, the Story Collective. She'll chat and sign her adult and young adult books.

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 a mix of adult and young adult books. Hosted by Carnegie Librarian Jenny Ellis.

Murder, She Read: Cozy Mystery Book Discussion

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. Carnegie librarian Jenny Ellis will host the cozy mystery book club Murder, She Read IN PERSON this month only.

Summer Reading: Dinosaur I Spy Bottles

10:00am–10:45am
Children, All Ages
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Performances
Program Description:

Unearth a story as we create dinosaur I spy bottles!

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: Dinosaur I Spy Bottles

3:00pm–3:45pm
Children, All Ages
Carnegie Library
Library Branch: Carnegie Library
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Performances
Program Description:

Unearth a story as we create dinosaur I spy bottles!

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.

Tricky Tuesday!

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 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!

Final Girl Book Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Off Site
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

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 Title (YEAR) ## Minutes, RATING. 

Summer Reading: Dinosaur I Spy Bottles

10:00am–10:45am
Children, All Ages
East Hills Library
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Performances
Program Description:

Unearth a story as we create dinosaur I spy bottles!

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.

Family Storytime

10:30am–11:30am
Baby - Pre-K, Children
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.