Literacy Team: [Lee D]

Laser Cutter Reservations - HQ Makerspace

Mon, Jul 27, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Foundation Room

This group is based around reading basic English texts in a group. We also learn new vocabulary words, practice phonetics, grammar and... more

This group is based around reading basic English texts in a group. We also learn new vocabulary words, practice phonetics, grammar and pronunciation.

Cancelled

Mon, Jul 27, 2:30pm - 5:30pm

A dedicated time for reserving the laser cutter on Mondays in the HQ Makerspace.

Beginner Korean

Mon, Jul 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Foundation Room

Want to learn Korean? Come learn the basics of reading, writing, listening, and speaking from a native speaker and experienced instructor.

Baby Time

Tue, Jul 28, 10:30am - 11:30am

Storywoods Room

Join us for a story time filled with rhymes, songs, bounces and more geared for babies and their caregivers.

Cancelled

GRACE Marketplace Resource Help

Tue, Jul 28, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser... more

Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser cutter are available for public use with staff assistance.

Tue, Jul 28, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Foundation Room

Free Resource Assistance For Homeless or At Risk of Becoming Homeless.

Computer Help Drop-In

Tue, Jul 28, 2:00pm - 6:00pm

Get help learning how to use the computer. This is for everyone from true beginners to those wanting to refine their Microsoft Excel skills.

Cancelled

Intro to Sewing - Learn to use a sewing machine!

Tue, Jul 28, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

Join us for an adult crafting program from MakerSpace: learn how to use a sewing machine! Beginners welcome.

Cancelled

Adult Chess Club

Tue, Jul 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Join other adult players in a friendly game of chess! All skill levels are welcome.

Preschool Story Time

Wed, Jul 29, 10:30am - 11:00am

Storywoods Room

Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.

Job Club

Wed, Jul 29, 11:30am - 1:30pm

Get help with your job search. Not great with computers? That's ok! We're here to help.

Cancelled

Reading for Fun - Language Learning Book Club

Wed, Jul 29, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser... more

Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser cutter are available for public use with staff assistance.

LegoSpace

Wed, Jul 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Storywoods Room

Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.

Wed, Jul 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

A relaxed and supportive group for adults who are learning English or want to get more comfortable with reading.

Teen/Tween Book Club

Wed, Jul 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Teen Space

Teens + Tweens - join us to talk all things books on the last Wednesday each month!

Cancelled

Intro to Crocheting

Wed, Jul 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Are you 15 years and older and never learned to crochet? Join us in the MakerSpace and learn an excellent skill. Open to the first 10... more

Are you 15 years and older and never learned to crochet? Join us in the MakerSpace and learn an excellent skill. Open to the first 10 attendees

Music & Movement

Thu, Jul 30, 10:30am - 11:00am

Storywoods Room

Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.

Adult Summer Camp - Crafting Party for Adults

Thu, Jul 30, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Our party will consist of a different craft each week. We might make earrings, bracelets, enjoy diamond dotz, or crochet a small item.... more

Our party will consist of a different craft each week. We might make earrings, bracelets, enjoy diamond dotz, or crochet a small item. Program is limited to first 10 adults.

Color Me Calm: Coloring for Adults

Thu, Jul 30, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Foundation Room

This group is based around reading basic English texts in a group. We also learn new vocabulary words, practice phonetics, grammar and... more

This group is based around reading basic English texts in a group. We also learn new vocabulary words, practice phonetics, grammar and pronunciation.

Thu, Jul 30, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Teen Space

Color your cares away and achieve an inner calm! Join us for an hour of relaxing and restorative coloring.

Cancelled

Adult Summer Camp - Beginner Bookbinding Workshop

Thu, Jul 30, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser... more

Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser cutter are available for public use with staff assistance.

Adult Board Gaming

Thu, Jul 30, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Foundation Room

Join fellow board game enthusiasts to discover new favorites or to play beloved classics. Whether you're interested in learning... more

Join fellow board game enthusiasts to discover new favorites or to play beloved classics. Whether you're interested in learning something new or mastering an old favorite, join us at the table.

Intro to 3D Printing

Thu, Jul 30, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Meeting Room A

Learn about 3D printing and how to get started.

Cancelled

Fri, Jul 31, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Make your own miniature books using needle and thread at this beginner-friendly workshop, with each week having a different binding... more

Make your own miniature books using needle and thread at this beginner-friendly workshop, with each week having a different binding style: pamphlet stitch, dos-à-dos, Coptic stitch, and stab stitch.

Cancelled

America 250: Escape History

Fri, Jul 31, 2:30pm - 5:30pm

Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser... more

Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser cutter are available for public use with staff assistance.

Fri, Jul 31, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Meeting Room A

Find your way out of our America 250 themed escape room!

Kids Summer Art Show Opening

Fri, Jul 31, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Foundation Room

Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.

Sat, Aug 01, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Youth Services Area

The Kids Art Show is back! Celebrate these creative works from our youngest patrons at our art show opening event.

GED Study Sessions - Working toward success!

Sat, Aug 01, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Meeting Room B

Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.

Basic Origami

Sat, Aug 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Foundation Room

With a few folds, origami can turn a piece of paper into a work of art. Drop by the HQ MakerSpace to try your hand at some... more

With a few folds, origami can turn a piece of paper into a work of art. Drop by the HQ MakerSpace to try your hand at some beginner-friendly origami! All supplies provided and no experience necessary.

Teen Movie Club

Sat, Aug 01, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Teen Space

Join us for a showing of a PG-13 movie from the library's collection.

Sat, Aug 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Meeting Room B

Are you preparing for the GED? If you have questions or need some motivation and support, come join us at the library with an... more

Are you preparing for the GED? If you have questions or need some motivation and support, come join us at the library with an experienced GED prep teacher.

Pathfinder Society for Teens - Tabletop RPG

Sun, Aug 02, 12:30pm - 4:30pm

Foundation Room

Come participate in a fantasy world where you take control of your actions in a story! You can play as a character that you created or... more

Come participate in a fantasy world where you take control of your actions in a story! You can play as a character that you created or as one provided at the game.

Sun, Aug 02, 1:00pm - 4:30pm

HQ Makerspace Room

Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser... more

Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser cutter are available for public use with staff assistance.

Laser Cutter Reservations - HQ Makerspace

Mon, Aug 03, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Foundation Room

This group is based around reading basic English texts in a group. We also learn new vocabulary words, practice phonetics, grammar and... more

This group is based around reading basic English texts in a group. We also learn new vocabulary words, practice phonetics, grammar and pronunciation.

Mon, Aug 03, 2:00pm - 5:30pm

HQ Makerspace Room

A dedicated time for reserving the laser cutter on Mondays in the HQ Makerspace.

Beginner Korean

Mon, Aug 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Foundation Room

Want to learn Korean? Come learn the basics of reading, writing, listening, and speaking from a native speaker and experienced instructor.

Baby Time

Tue, Aug 04, 10:30am - 11:30am

Meeting Room A

Join us for a story time filled with rhymes, songs, bounces and more geared for babies and their caregivers.

Adult Summer Camp - Protecting Yourself from Misinformation Online

Tue, Aug 04, 11:00am - 2:30pm

HQ Makerspace Room

Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser... more

Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser cutter are available for public use with staff assistance.

Tue, Aug 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Foundation Room

Join us for a free series on protecting yourself from scams. Learn how to spot common fraud tactics, safeguard your personal... more

Join us for a free series on protecting yourself from scams. Learn how to spot common fraud tactics, safeguard your personal information, and take the right steps if you ever become a target.

GRACE Marketplace Resource Help

Tue, Aug 04, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Foundation Room

Free Resource Assistance For Homeless or At Risk of Becoming Homeless.

Computer Help Drop-In

Tue, Aug 04, 2:00pm - 6:00pm

Get help learning how to use the computer. This is for everyone from true beginners to those wanting to refine their Microsoft Excel skills.

Read With a Dog

Tue, Aug 04, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Teen Space

Our therapy dogs are paws-itively excited to hear your favorite stories!

Sewing Meetup

Tue, Aug 04, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

HQ Makerspace Room

Sewing Meetup provides a dedicated time for sewers or other fiber artists to work on personal projects. Registration is required, and... more

Sewing Meetup provides a dedicated time for sewers or other fiber artists to work on personal projects. Registration is required, and participants must be able to use sewing machines independently.

Teen Gaming

Tue, Aug 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Teen Space

Join us in the Teen Space for Nintendo Switch gaming.

Adult Chess Club

Tue, Aug 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Meeting Room B

Join other adult players in a friendly game of chess! All skill levels are welcome.

Preschool Story Time

Wed, Aug 05, 10:30am - 11:00am

Meeting Room A,Storywoods Room

Read, laugh, and sing with us for Preschool Story Time.

Job Club

Wed, Aug 05, 11:30am - 1:30pm

Meeting Room B

Get help with your job search. Not great with computers? That's ok! We're here to help.

Reading for Fun - Language Learning Book Club

Wed, Aug 05, 1:00pm - 4:30pm

HQ Makerspace Room

Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser... more

Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser cutter are available for public use with staff assistance.

Wed, Aug 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Meeting Room B

A relaxed and supportive group for adults who are learning English or want to get more comfortable with reading.

LegoSpace

Wed, Aug 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Meeting Room A

Create new LEGO masterpieces every week at the Headquarters Library.

Justice Impacted Collaborative

Wed, Aug 05, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Meeting Room A

Individuals interested in post-incarceration support are invited to join this monthly meeting. This group is facilitated by those with... more

Individuals interested in post-incarceration support are invited to join this monthly meeting. This group is facilitated by those with lived experience.

Intro to Crocheting

Wed, Aug 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

HQ Makerspace Room

Are you 15 years and older and never learned to crochet? Join us in the MakerSpace and learn an excellent skill. Open to the first 10... more

Are you 15 years and older and never learned to crochet? Join us in the MakerSpace and learn an excellent skill. Open to the first 10 attendees

Adult Summer Camp - UFO (UnFinished Objects) Day

Wed, Aug 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Meeting Room B

All that little stuff you need to catch up on? Sewing on a button? Writing a couple of thank you notes? Bring your unfinished projects... more

All that little stuff you need to catch up on? Sewing on a button? Writing a couple of thank you notes? Bring your unfinished projects with you and finish them up in the company of other cool people.

Music & Movement

Thu, Aug 06, 10:30am - 11:00am

Meeting Room A

Join us to sing, dance, and make music during our Music and Movement program.

Color Me Calm: Coloring for Adults

Thu, Aug 06, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Foundation Room

This group is based around reading basic English texts in a group. We also learn new vocabulary words, practice phonetics, grammar and... more

This group is based around reading basic English texts in a group. We also learn new vocabulary words, practice phonetics, grammar and pronunciation.

Thu, Aug 06, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

HQ Makerspace Room

Color your cares away and achieve an inner calm! Join us for an hour of relaxing and restorative coloring.

Summer STEAM

Thu, Aug 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

HQ Makerspace Room

Join us in the HQ MakerSpace Room for STEAM Crafts! Every 1st and 3rd Thursday we’ll have new science and art projects inspired by... more

Join us in the HQ MakerSpace Room for STEAM Crafts! Every 1st and 3rd Thursday we’ll have new science and art projects inspired by summer reading themes of dinosaurs or America 250.

Crocheting for Adults

Thu, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Foundation Room

Come join us as we chat & crochet. New stitches & patterns will be presented to advance our knowledge of all things crochet. Please... more

Come join us as we chat & crochet. New stitches & patterns will be presented to advance our knowledge of all things crochet. Please bring your own supplies

Mini Linocut Block Printing

Thu, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

HQ Makerspace Room

Come carve mini linocuts to make block prints! All materials provided and no experience necessary.

Adult Board Gaming

Thu, Aug 06, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Meeting Room B

Join fellow board game enthusiasts to discover new favorites or to play beloved classics. Whether you're interested in learning... more

Join fellow board game enthusiasts to discover new favorites or to play beloved classics. Whether you're interested in learning something new or mastering an old favorite, join us at the table.

Film Friday

Fri, Aug 07, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Foundation Room

Watch a new movie from the library's collection.

Adult Summer Camp - Beginner Bookbinding Workshop

Fri, Aug 07, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

HQ Makerspace Room

Make your own miniature books using needle and thread at this beginner-friendly workshop, with each week having a different binding... more

Make your own miniature books using needle and thread at this beginner-friendly workshop, with each week having a different binding style: pamphlet stitch, dos-à-dos, Coptic stitch, and stab stitch.

Fri, Aug 07, 2:30pm - 5:30pm

HQ Makerspace Room

Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser... more

Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser cutter are available for public use with staff assistance.

Fri, Aug 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Meeting Room B

Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.

GED Study Sessions - Working toward success!

Sat, Aug 08, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Meeting Room B

Are you learning Spanish? Join us for casual conversation practice.

Homeschool Resource Fair

Sat, Aug 08, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Meeting Room A

Provide families who homeschool their children opportunities to speak with community organizations who provide resources/activities.

Sat, Aug 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Meeting Room B

Are you preparing for the GED? If you have questions or need some motivation and support, come join us at the library with an... more

Are you preparing for the GED? If you have questions or need some motivation and support, come join us at the library with an experienced GED prep teacher.

Sensory Story Time

Sun, Aug 09, 12:30pm - 1:00pm

Storywoods Room

Accessible for patrons on the autism spectrum and those with sensory sensitivities. Introduce children to the library and rhythms of... more

Accessible for patrons on the autism spectrum and those with sensory sensitivities. Introduce children to the library and rhythms of story time in a gentle, fun, and enriching manner.

Sun, Aug 09, 1:00pm - 4:30pm

HQ Makerspace Room

Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser... more

Open Studio time at the Headquarters Library allows patrons to work on creative projects at their own pace. 3D printers and a laser cutter are available for public use with staff assistance.