Playdate at the Library

Relief Carving - with Culture Chauraha

Tue, Sep 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Children's Area

In the Children's Area, no registration needed. Drop by the Library or stay after Storytime for open play in a supportive and nurturing environment with other families with babies and toddlers.

Tue, Sep 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Meeting Room

Learn relief carving and take home a finished, tactile artwork that's not only visually striking but also a meaningful piece to take home. Adults. Registration required, click for more details.

Pokémon Trivia Night - For 6th-12th grades

Wed, Sep 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Do you have what it takes to be a Pokémon trivia master? Try your luck in teams in a trivia match led by Ms. Mariel. We will be having two separate matches for grades K-5 and 6-12.

Pokemon Trivia Night - Kindergarten - 5th grades

Wed, Sep 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Meeting Room

Do you have what it takes to be a Pokémon trivia master? Try your luck in teams in a trivia match led by Ms. Mariel. We will be having two separate matches for grades K-5 and 6-12.

This event is full

Storytime Theater - Ages 3-5

Thu, Sep 24, 10:00am - 10:45am

Meeting Room

Join us for an engaging storytime where we'll explore the joy of reading with stories, rhymes, and crafts, fostering early literacy skills for children ages 3-5. Please register each child.

Thu, Sep 24, 10:45am - 12:00pm

Children's Area

In the Children's Area, no registration needed. Drop by the Library or stay after Storytime for open play in a supportive and nurturing environment with other families with preschoolers.

Thu, Sep 24, 5:00pm - 7:45pm

Conference Room

Love films? Your vote might help one of these short films win an Oscar! Click for more details.

This event is full

Make Your Own Pokemon! - For ages 5 to 12

Fri, Sep 25, 1:00pm - 3:45pm

Conference Room

Love films? Your vote might help one of these short films win an Oscar! Click for more details.

Fri, Sep 25, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Meeting Room

Using magic modeling clay (or the equivalent), kids will create their own new Pokemon with Miss Annalyse! A sheet will be provided for them to fill out their corresponding Pokedex entry.

This event is full

Cancelled

The Art of Mehndi - Adults and Teens

Sat, Sep 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Learn about the art of Mehndi and practice drawing it yourself with Vidhya Perumal. Mehndi cones will be provided to take home. Space is limited, registration required. Ages 13 to adult.

Cancelled

The Art of Mehndi - Kids and Teens

Sat, Sep 26, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Learn about the art of Mehndi and practice drawing it yourself with Vidhya Perumal. Mehndi cones will be provided to take home. Space is limited, registration required. Ages 8 to 12.

Tue, Sep 29, 10:30am - 11:30am

Children's Area

In the Children's Area, no registration needed. Drop by the Library or stay after Storytime for open play in a supportive and nurturing environment with other families with babies and toddlers.

SHOUT! Poetry for Suffrage Live Reading - with Professor Susanna Rich

Wed, Sep 30, 1:00pm - 3:45pm

Conference Room

Love films? Your vote might help one of these short films win an Oscar! Click for more details.

Wed, Sep 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Meeting Room

Join us as local author, Susanna Rich, reads from her published book "SHOUT! Poetry for Suffrage". Best for adults.

Literary Tea - Classics Book Club

Thu, Oct 01, 10:45am - 12:00pm

Children's Area

In the Children's Area, no registration needed. Drop by the Library or stay after Storytime for open play in a supportive and nurturing environment with other families with preschoolers.

Thu, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Meeting Room

Do you have a list of classics you "always meant to read"? Join us to discuss the great works while sipping tea like true ladies and gentlemen. Click for more info.

Sat, Oct 03, 11:00am - 1:45pm

Conference Room

Love films? Your vote might help one of these short films win an Oscar! Click for more details.

Mon, Oct 05, 10:00am - 10:45am

Meeting Room

Mr. Raymond is back with his guitar and silly songs! Click for important details before registering.

This event is full

Creating with Clay - Stacking Pumpkins

Mon, Oct 05, 11:00am - 11:45am

Meeting Room

Mr. Raymond is back with his guitar and silly songs! Click for important details before registering.

This event is full

Mon, Oct 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Meeting Room

Lisa from Creating with Clay is back to show us how to create a stackable pumpkin, a perfect fall decoration for the home!

This event is full

Tue, Oct 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Children's Area

In the Children's Area, no registration needed. Drop by the Library or stay after Storytime for open play in a supportive and nurturing environment with other families with babies and toddlers.

Library Closed - Columbus Day

Thu, Oct 08, 10:45am - 12:00pm

Children's Area

In the Children's Area, no registration needed. Drop by the Library or stay after Storytime for open play in a supportive and nurturing environment with other families with preschoolers.

From Page to Screen

Thu, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Conference Room

Lights, camera, action! Join us on the soundstage for a book discussion group where we'll read and dissect books that have been adapted into films or television series. Click for more details. Adults.

Mon, Oct 12, All day

All library branches will be closed.

Cancelled

Lapsit Storytime - Ages 0-2

Tue, Oct 13, 10:00am - 10:30am

Bring your little ones to snuggle up with favorite books while building early literacy skills through stories, songs, and playful activities designed for our youngest learners.

Pumpkin Science - Ages 4-11

Tue, Oct 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Children's Area

In the Children's Area, no registration needed. Drop by the Library or stay after Storytime for open play in a supportive and nurturing environment with other families with babies and toddlers.

Wed, Oct 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Meeting Room

Pumpkin stems? No, pumpkin STEM! Join Miss Mariel as she leads kids through two pumpkin themed science activities.

Registration opens Wednesday, September 30 2026 at 5:00pm

Storytime Theater - Ages 3-5

Thu, Oct 15, 10:00am - 10:45am

Meeting Room

Join us for an engaging storytime where we'll explore the joy of reading with stories, rhymes, and crafts, fostering early literacy skills for children ages 3-5. Please register each child.

Registration opens Thursday, September 24 2026 at 10:00am

Mondays with Ms. Marlene: Pumpkins & Apples - For ages 3-6

Thu, Oct 15, 10:45am - 12:00pm

Children's Area

In the Children's Area, no registration needed. Drop by the Library or stay after Storytime for open play in a supportive and nurturing environment with other families with preschoolers.

Teen Ghost-ariums

Thu, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Share Halloween with a new spooky friend! We will be making ghosts with modeling clay and using mason jars to give them a place to live.

Registration opens Thursday, October 1 2026 at 4:00pm

Writer's Group

Thu, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Conference Room

Learn about the craft of writing and get constructive feedback on your own writing projects. For both beginning and seasoned writers. Click for more info.

This event is full

Mon, Oct 19, 10:00am - 11:00am

Meeting Room

Preschool fun with Ms. Marlene! Join us the third Monday of every month for seasonal stories, activities, songs, and more. For ages 3 to 6. Please register just the children attending.

Registration opens Monday, September 28 2026 at 10:00am

Reading Renegades: CDH Book Discussion Group - July - Dec Session

Tue, Oct 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Children's Area

In the Children's Area, no registration needed. Drop by the Library or stay after Storytime for open play in a supportive and nurturing environment with other families with babies and toddlers.

Tue, Oct 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Meeting Room

Literary fiction, biography, graphic novels, or genre fiction - you never know what we'll read next! Third Tuesday @ 1pm; for ages 18 and up. Register for a 6 month session, ending in December of 2026

Registration is now closed

Paws for a Book!

Tue, Oct 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Meeting Room

Pick your favorite book to read to a dog! Register for a 10 minute session with a certified therapy dog. Best for ages over 3. We recommend having a book picked out prior to your start time.

Storytime Theater - Ages 3-5

Thu, Oct 22, 10:00am - 10:45am

Meeting Room

Join us for an engaging storytime where we'll explore the joy of reading with stories, rhymes, and crafts, fostering early literacy skills for children ages 3-5. Please register each child.

Registration opens Thursday, October 1 2026 at 10:00am

Lapsit Storytime - Ages 0-2

Thu, Oct 22, 10:45am - 12:00pm

Children's Area

In the Children's Area, no registration needed. Drop by the Library or stay after Storytime for open play in a supportive and nurturing environment with other families with preschoolers.

Tue, Oct 27, 10:00am - 10:30am

Children's Area

Bring your little ones to snuggle up with favorite books while building early literacy skills through stories, songs, and playful activities designed for our youngest learners.

Tue, Oct 27, 10:45am - 11:30am

Children's Area

In the Children's Area, no registration needed. Drop by the Library or stay after Storytime for open play in a supportive and nurturing environment with other families with babies and toddlers.

Literary Tea - Classics Book Club

Thu, Oct 29, 10:45am - 12:00pm

Children's Area

In the Children's Area, no registration needed. Drop by the Library or stay after Storytime for open play in a supportive and nurturing environment with other families with preschoolers.

Thu, Oct 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Conference Room

Do you have a list of classics you "always meant to read"? Join us to discuss the great works while sipping tea like true ladies and gentlemen. Click for more info.

Library Closed - Election Day

Tue, Nov 03, All day

All library branches will be closed.

Wed, Nov 04, 10:00am - 10:45am

Meeting Room

Mr. Raymond is back with his guitar and silly songs! Click for important details before registering.

Registration opens Wednesday, October 7 2026 at 10:00am

Wed, Nov 04, 11:00am - 11:45am

Meeting Room

Mr. Raymond is back with his guitar and silly songs! Click for important details before registering.

Registration opens Wednesday, October 7 2026 at 11:00am

Fizz Bang Boom - A Larger Than Life Science Show

Thu, Nov 05, 10:45am - 12:00pm

Children's Area

In the Children's Area, no registration needed. Drop by the Library or stay after Storytime for open play in a supportive and nurturing environment with other families with preschoolers.

Thu, Nov 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Meeting Room

Join family entertainer Conrad Cologne for the Fizz Bang BOOM Science show. With huge experiments, lots of audience participation, and family-friendly comedy, explore science in a whole new way.

Registration opens Thursday, October 22 2026 at 9:00am

Pop-up Planetarium with Pearl Observatory

Fri, Nov 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Meeting Room

Want to have an interstellar experience at the library? Click for more details.

Novem-Bear

Fri, Nov 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Meeting Room

Forget Dinovember--this year is Novem-bear!

Registration opens Saturday, October 31 2026 at 4:30pm

DB Cooper: Who was He and Where Did He Go?

Mon, Nov 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Meeting Room

Mark Gallagher, nephew of the FBI agent in charge of the ground search for DB Cooper, will share the history and details of the unsolved case from November of 1971.

Registration opens Monday, October 26 2026 at 5:00pm