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This event is in the "Adults" group.

Coffee and Crafts

10:30am - 11:30am
Adults
Carnegie Library
Library Branch: Carnegie Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Program Description:

Join us as we sip some coffee and paint bricks to look like books. 

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.

Classically Speaking: Henry VIII and His Six Wives

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:

Henry VIII is one of the best known rulers in history; one of the primary reasons for his popularity is his marital history. 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

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.

April's book is Mansfield Park by Jane Austen.

Closed - Easter

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

All library locations will be closed for Easter.

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

Storytime

10:00am - 11:00am
Baby - Pre-K
Washington Park Library
Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Age Group: Baby - Pre-K
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Early Literacy, Storytimes
Program Description:

Storytime with Ms. Willa is so much fun! We will read exciting stories and complete fun crafts. Come see what it's all about, at Washington Park Library Monday's at 10am.

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 "Children" group.

Pop Tart Peeps Houses

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children
Downtown Library
Registration
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Program Description:

Creating Pop Tart houses is a fun and imaginative activity for celebrating the Spring season. Come and join in the fun!

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. 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.

Teen Seed Bombs

4:45pm - 5:45pm
Teens
Downtown Library
Registration
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gardening
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Program Description:

It's amost earth day and spring is springing, so lets plant flowers in a super fun way! Seed bombs are an easy and unique way to grow flowers and have some fun in the process.

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.

Spanish Club for Adults

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Diversity, Miscellaneous
Program Description:

Do you want to be able to practice Spanish in a judgment-free setting?

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 "Baby - Pre-K" group.

Preschool Storytime

10:00am - 10:45am
Baby - Pre-K
East Hills Library
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Storytime Room (East Hills)
Age Group: Baby - Pre-K
Program Type: Storytimes
Program Description:

Get ready to sing, dance, read, and have so much fun with Ms. Misty for preschool Storytime at the East Hills Library!

Activities will be geared toward ages 3-6.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Drawing Observationally: How to see and interpret your world

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
East Hills Library
Registration
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Program Description:

Learn how to see the world around you through an “artist's eye.” Join Annie Corrington, owner of Art Attack Studio, to learn and improve drawing skills over the course of 8 weeks.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Tricky Tuesday! - Rainbow & Earth Day Craft

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, Games/Gaming
Program Description:

We will be making a rainbow & Earth Day themed 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.

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 "Children" group.

Earth Day Fun

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children
Downtown Library
Registration
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Gardening
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Program Description:

Let's celebrate Earth Day by planting with biodegradable peat pots creating an eco-friendly craft!  

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 "All Ages" group.

Friends Front Row Tuesday Night Movies

6:30pm - 8:00pm
All Ages
East Hills Library
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 The Trouble with Harry (1955) 99 Minutes, PG. 

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

Toddler Time

10:00am - 10:30am
Baby - Pre-K
East Hills Library
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Storytime Room (East Hills)
Age Group: Baby - Pre-K
Program Type: Storytimes
Program Description:

Bring your wiggly toddlers to a storytime designed just for them!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Wacky Wednesday Take and Make Crafts

10:00am - 6:00pm
All Ages
Carnegie Library
Library Branch: Carnegie Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Program Description:

Featuring fun crafts that maybe wacky for the time of year. Available every Wednesday. While supplies last.

 

Not recommended for children under 3.

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

Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Baby - Pre-K
Carnegie Library
Library Branch: Carnegie Library
Age Group: Baby - Pre-K
Program Type: Storytimes
Program Description:

Walk, crawl or run for storytime at the Carnegie Library during our spring storytime session. Each session will end with a craft.

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 "Baby - Pre-K" group.

Pre-K Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Baby - Pre-K
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Storytime Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Baby - Pre-K
Program Type: Storytimes
Program Description:

Come to the Downtown Library for a fun filled session of reading and crafts with Lisa and Robyn! Make new friends and learn some new skills. We can't wait to see you there!

Program is best for children 0-5. 

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

Stuffy Sleepover - Drop Off Day

12:00pm - 8:00pm
Baby - Pre-K, Children
Washington Park Library
Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Age Group: Baby - Pre-K, Children
Program Type: Early Literacy
Program Description:

Ever wonder what happens at the library after dark? Let your stuffed animal find out at our Stuffy Sleepover at Washington Park library!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Bingo!

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Washington Park Library
Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Room: Club Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Hobbies
Program Description:

Ready to test your luck and win some awesome prizes? Join us for Teen Bingo! at the Washington Park Library and win snacks, stickers, keychains, and more!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Holocaust by bullets

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
East Hills Library
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures/Speakers
Program Description:

Ms. Brooke Rich will share the story of how one 7 year old boy survived the Holocaust on his own and the connection he has to St. Joseph. One third of all Jewish Holocaust victims died as a result of shooting actions by specialized Nazi units.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

6:00pm - 7:30pm
All Ages
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting 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 "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.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Stuffy Sleepover - Pick Up Day

04/25/2025 @ 9:00am - 04/26/2025 @ 5:00pm
Baby - Pre-K, Children
Washington Park Library
Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Age Group: Baby - Pre-K, Children
Program Type: Miscellaneous
Program Description:

Stuffy Sleepover pick up days.

Stop by from 9AM-5PM to pick up your stuffy and find out what they got up to at the library overnight!