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Summer Storytime

10:00am - 11:00am
Washington Park Library
Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Age Group: Baby - Pre-K, Children
Program Type: Storytimes
Program Description:
Need something fun to do with you kids this summer? Washington Park Library is taking story time out into our park! Come enjoy Summer Storytime with Miss Willa for an hour of stories and activities. If the weather is uncooperative, we will move insid...

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.

DIY Book Nooks

6:00pm - 8:00pm
East Hills Library
Registration
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Program Description:
Craft a delightful minitaure scene to adorn your bookshelf! Book Nooks are tiny dioramas that you can place between your books to provide a glimpse into a world hidden beyond your shelves. Supplies provided. For adults 18+, registration required. ...

Crafternoon

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Carnegie Library
Library Branch: Carnegie Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Program Description:
Features different crafts each week. ...

Disclaimer(s)

This program involves paint or other materials that can be messy. Please wear clothing that is okay to get stained.

Tricky Tuesday!

4:00pm - 5:45pm
Washington Park Library
Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Miscellaneous
Program Description:
If you and your child enjoy crafts, games, movies and a variety of fun activities, get to Washington Park Library for Tricky Tuesday!  ...

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.

Final Girl Book Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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.  This program is open...

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
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 Title (YEAR) ## Minutes, RATING.  Hard of hearing? We have t-coil looping technology installed in the theater for hearing aids. Thank y...

Tie-Dye Adventures

10:00am - 11:00am
East Hills Library
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Program Description:
Have an adventure in tie-dyeing at the East Hills Library. We will have tote bags to tie-dye while supplies last. If you'd rather do a shirt, you may bring one 100% cotton t-shirt to dye.  Please dress for a mess outside. For children and tee...

Summer Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
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. 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.

Spanish Club for Adults

6:00pm - 7:00pm
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 will be an immersive language club for adults, perfect for people who know some Spanish, but are afraid that the old adage of "If you don't use it, you lose it" will come tru...

Summer Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Downtown Library
Registration
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Storytime Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Baby - Pre-K, Children
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Program Description:
Children ages birth to 8 and their grown-ups are invited to come and join the fun! We will enjoy some stories and a craft at the Downtown Library. ...

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.

4H STEAM Fun: Rocket Science

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Downtown Library
Registration
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Program Description:
Zoom into outer space!  Come create a rocket then test its design. Let the countdown begin! Full STEAM ahead to the Library for Summer fun! This program is provided in part by MU Extension. ...

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.

Washington Park Library: BYOBook Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Washington Park Library
Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors
Program Description:
BYOB: Bring your own books!  If you like to talk about books you are reading, join us for an informal discussion about what you have been reading.  Diana will have a show and tell about new and exciting books in the library that you can che...

A+ Readers

2:00pm - 4:00pm
East Hills Library
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Storytime Room (East Hills)
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Early Literacy, Volunteer Opportunity
Program Description:
Parents! Do you have a young child who would like practice reading over the summer with a Teen Mentor? Check out our new program called A+ Readers! Each Thursday from 2-4 p.m. in June we will meet at the East Hills Library for some fun reading practi...

Crêpe! That's Delicious!

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking, Health & Wellness
Program Description:
Crêpes are light, flexible pancakes just waiting for you to dress them up with berries, sugar, honey...yum! Join us to learn the art of cooking, flipping and filling these French classics. Bon appétit! ...

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Messy Munchkins

10:00am - 11:00am
East Hills Library
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Age Group: Baby - Pre-K
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Early Literacy
Program Description:
Children ages 2-6 years and their grown-ups can learn while playing at our weekly Messy Munchkins sessions in June and July. Each week we’ll have child-directed play time where little ones can explore, learn, and yes, get messy all while having 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.

Teens Hangout

1:00pm - 2:30pm
East Hills Library
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games/Gaming, Movies
Program Description:
Teens! Come hang out in a casual atmosphere on the second Friday of the summer months. There will be various activities available to choose from including video games, board games, cartoons, movies, and/or crafts. Snacks provided! No registration req...

Summer Camp Crafts

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Downtown Library
Registration
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Storytime Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Program Description:
Get ready to re-live the summer camp craft experience with your child! Only this time without the bug bites. Come prepared to get a little bit messy and make some beautiful creations that you can use again and again! ...

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.

Ancient Astronomy Explained: VAT 243: The Solar System Seal

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures/Speakers, Miscellaneous
Program Description:
This presentation will examine the most iconic of the ancient texts: the Solar System Seal. Ancient Alien theorists claim it depicts the solar system with the sun in the middle. We will discuss why this interpretation is impossible, and what it is ac...

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 Storytime

10:00am - 11:00am
Washington Park Library
Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Age Group: Baby - Pre-K, Children
Program Type: Storytimes
Program Description:
Need something fun to do with you kids this summer? Washington Park Library is taking story time out into our park! Come enjoy Summer Storytime with Miss Willa for an hour of stories and activities. If the weather is uncooperative, we will move insid...

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.

Make a splash!

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Downtown Library
Registration
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Storytime Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Program Description:
Are you ready for some summer fun? Come to the Downtown Library and make a pool noodle boat that is bound to be a big splash! ...

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.

Bingo Night

6:00pm - 7:30pm
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+ ...

EH Friends Book Club

10:00am - 11:00am
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 Friends EH Book Club. We meet on the third Tuesday of every month at 10:00 a.m. July's selection is Jackie: Public, Private, Secret by J. Randy Taraborrelli by  ...

Crafternoon

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Carnegie Library
Library Branch: Carnegie Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Program Description:
Features different crafts each week. ...

Disclaimer(s)

This program involves paint or other materials that can be messy. Please wear clothing that is okay to get stained.

Tricky Tuesday!

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Washington Park Library
Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Miscellaneous
Program Description:
If you and your child enjoy crafts, games, movies and a variety of fun activities, get to Washington Park Library for Tricky Tuesday!  ...

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.