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Friends Front Row Tuesday Night Movies

Tuesday, March 17, 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 The Quiet Man (1952) 2 Hours 9 Minutes, PG. 

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 Quiet Man (1952) 2 Hours 9 Minutes, PG. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Coffee & Puzzles @ Washington Park

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Washington Park Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Miscellaneous
Age Group:
Adults

Join us at Washington Park Library for a cozy hangout - puzzles, hot drinks, and cookies included!

Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Miscellaneous
Program Description:

Join us at Washington Park Library for a cozy hangout - puzzles, hot drinks, and cookies included!

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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Chess Club

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Conference Room at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Games/Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

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.

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 "Adults" group

Needle Felted Flowers

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Adults can try their hand at needle felting with the wise guidance of master fiber artist, Saundra. We will create lovely flowers that can be used as a brooch, magnet, barrette, headband, etc.

For adults, registration required. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Program Description:

Adults can try their hand at needle felting with the wise guidance of master fiber artist, Saundra. We will create lovely flowers that can be used as a brooch, magnet, barrette, headband, etc.

For adults, registration required. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Classically Speaking: Women & Power in the Middle Ages

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Lectures/Speakers, Miscellaneous
Age Group:
Adults

Medieval women are often portrayed as damsels in distress who needed a bright shining knight to rescue them, existing with no rights or power of their own. Join Dr.

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures/Speakers, Miscellaneous
Program Description:

Medieval women are often portrayed as damsels in distress who needed a bright shining knight to rescue them, existing with no rights or power of their own. Join Dr.

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

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Clubs/Authors
Age Group:
Adults

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.

March's book is A Spirited Blend by Lauren Elliott. 

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.

March's book is A Spirited Blend by Lauren Elliott. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Friends Book Club Downtown

Monday, March 23, 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

This event is in the "Adults" group

Reading Middle Earth

Tuesday, March 24, 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group

Friends Front Row Tuesday Night Movies

Tuesday, March 24, 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 Wicked: For Good (2025) 2 Hours 17 Minutes, PG. 

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 Wicked: For Good (2025) 2 Hours 17 Minutes, PG. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Basic English for Non-English Speakers

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Diversity, Miscellaneous
Age Group:
Adults

Regardless of what language you speak, TEFL certified instructor, Anne Kiske, will teach you basic English for free. Registration is for all six classes. Skills will build on previous sessions. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Diversity, Miscellaneous
Registration Required
Program Description:

Regardless of what language you speak, TEFL certified instructor, Anne Kiske, will teach you basic English for free. Registration is for all six classes. Skills will build on previous sessions. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Virtual Murder, She Read: Cozy Mystery Book Discussion

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Carnegie Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs/Authors
Age Group:
Adults

Book Club sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Carnegie librarian Jenny Ellis will host the virtual cozy mystery book club Murder, She Read.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Carnegie Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors
Registration Required
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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Evening Bingo!

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Club Room at Washington Park Library
Program Type:
Community Events
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us for bingo at Washington Park Library! Try your luck, enjoy great company, and play for a chance to win exciting prizes—no library card required! 

This is for Teens and Adults, ages 12+.

Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Room: Club Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Events
Program Description:

Join us for bingo at Washington Park Library! Try your luck, enjoy great company, and play for a chance to win exciting prizes—no library card required! 

This is for Teens and Adults, ages 12+.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Casual Commander Club

Thursday, March 26, 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!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Friends Local Interest & Vintage Book Sale

All Day 3/28 - 3/29
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Community Events
Age Group:
Adults

"I'm still old-fashioned. I love dusty old books and libraries." - Harper Lee, author of To Kill A Mockingbird

 

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events
Program Description:

"I'm still old-fashioned. I love dusty old books and libraries." - Harper Lee, author of To Kill A Mockingbird

 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Friends Front Row Tuesday Night Movies

Tuesday, March 31, 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 One Battle After Another (2025) 2 Hours 42 Minutes, R. 

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 One Battle After Another (2025) 2 Hours 42 Minutes, R. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Basic English for Non-English Speakers

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Diversity, Miscellaneous
Age Group:
Adults

Regardless of what language you speak, TEFL certified instructor, Anne Kiske, will teach you basic English for free. Registration is for all six classes. Skills will build on previous sessions. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Diversity, Miscellaneous
Registration Required
Program Description:

Regardless of what language you speak, TEFL certified instructor, Anne Kiske, will teach you basic English for free. Registration is for all six classes. Skills will build on previous sessions. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Washington Park Library Book Club: BYOBook Club

Thursday, April 2, 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Chess Club

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Conference Room at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Games/Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

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.

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 "Adults" group

Friends Front Row Tuesday Night Movies

Tuesday, April 7, 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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Basic English for Non-English Speakers

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Diversity, Miscellaneous
Age Group:
Adults

Regardless of what language you speak, TEFL certified instructor, Anne Kiske, will teach you basic English for free. Registration is for all six classes. Skills will build on previous sessions. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Diversity, Miscellaneous
Registration Required
Program Description:

Regardless of what language you speak, TEFL certified instructor, Anne Kiske, will teach you basic English for free. Registration is for all six classes. Skills will build on previous sessions. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

SJPL Foundation Meeting

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:45pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Miscellaneous
Age Group:
Adults

Quarterly meeting of the SJPL Foundation.

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.
This event is in the "Adults" group

Casual Commander Club

Thursday, April 9, 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!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult Coloring Night

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Conference Room at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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 "Adults" group

Final Girl Book Club

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Clubs/Authors
Age Group:
Adults

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. 

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.