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Crafternoon

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Carnegie Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages

Theme to be determined. 

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

Theme to be determined. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Inconceivable! Interactive Princess Bride Movie

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
All Ages

Whether it's your first time watching or your twentieth, this interactive showing of the cult classic The Princess Bride will be a unique experience.

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Movies
Registration Required
Program Description:

Whether it's your first time watching or your twentieth, this interactive showing of the cult classic The Princess Bride will be a unique experience.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Plant Swap

Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Makerspace at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Gardening, Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults

Do you have a plethora of plants? Are you looking for something new for your garden, indoor or out? Join us for a Plant Swap at the East Hills Library.  

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gardening, Hobbies
Program Description:

Do you have a plethora of plants? Are you looking for something new for your garden, indoor or out? Join us for a Plant Swap at the East Hills Library.  

This event is in the "Adults" group

May the Fourth be with your painting

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Conference Room at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

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. 

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

Tuesday, May 5, 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 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!

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

Tuesday, May 5, 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

Washington Park Library Book Club: BYOBook Club

Thursday, May 7, 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

Teen Advisory Board Meeting

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Conference Room at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Teen Advisory Board (TAB), Volunteer Opportunity
Age Group:
Teens

Only for members of the St. Joseph Public Library Board.

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

Thursday, May 7, 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 "Baby - Pre-K" group

Pre-K Play

Friday, May 8, 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.

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

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Baby - Pre-K, Children

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

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

Monday, May 11, 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 "Children" group

Tricky Tuesday! - Flowers

Tuesday, May 12, 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 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!

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

Final Girl Book Club

Tuesday, May 12, 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group

Friends Front Row Tuesday Night Movies

Tuesday, May 12, 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

Watercolor Painting

Thursday, May 14, 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.

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

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Storytime Room (Washington Park) at Washington Park Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Ready to stitch, slay, and create? Join us for Slay Crochet, a teen crochet club at 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

Thursday, May 14, 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 "Baby - Pre-K" group

Pre-K Play

Friday, May 15, 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.

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

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Makerspace at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Unleash your creativity in this playful, process-driven improvisational mini quilt class!
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

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Lectures/Speakers, Miscellaneous
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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

Saturday, May 16, 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.

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

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.

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

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen After Hours: Paint Night

Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
East Hills Library
Program Type:
Games/Gaming
Age Group:
Teens

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.

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

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Conference Room at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Games/Gaming
Age Group:
Adults

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+