Event List

Have a pre-walker under 12 months? Let Home City Families help you build your village! Bring your little one to the East Forest Park Branch for a casual hangout and to connect with other new parents and caregivers.

New members are welcome, and current members are often willing to share their skills. Some yarn and needles can be provided, but donations are always welcome.

The Makerspace is open! 

New members are welcome, and current members are often willing to share their skills. Some yarn and needles can be provided, but donations are always welcome.

Attention LEGO enthusiasts! All are invited to drop in for our freestyle Lego Building Club. Make new friends and browse our library's many LEGO-themed books. Have the freedom to build using your imagination.

No registration required. Adult must accompany children. Presented in collaboration with Home City Families. For ages 12 mos. - 6 years, siblings welcome.

It is time to get your brick on!

Stop by the EFP Childrens’ Room for our weekly LEGO brick building challenge.  

For master builders of all ages!

Kids ages 8+ will use ceramics and mixed media to create holiday/winter inspired art to use as gifts or keepsakes.

Nothing to do before the weekend? Visit the Forest Park Library and play board game or pick up a Nintendo Switch Joycon and join a Smash battle. We'll be gaming every other Friday this year! Recommended for ages 12 - 18. 

Come read with the softest and most cuddly rabbit, Henry! Reading aloud improves literacy skills and builds confidence. Open to early and experienced readers of all ages. 

Create a unique wreath brooch with wool roving and a barbed needle. Add colorful accents such as berries and a cardinal for a touch of charm.

Join us for cereal and Saturday morning cartoons!

Want to crochet but not sure where to start? Want to learn how to make a granny square? Found a really cool pattern but not quite sure how to make sense of it? Come learn to crochet or further your skills!

Come to a special experience for pre-readers and practiced readers of all ages! 

Join us for a cozy afternoon of art! Paint your own masterpiece, while you enjoy a warm hot cocoa or tea. Keep your painting for your space, or gift it to someone special!

Open to teens 12-19.  

Learn how to perfectly wrap your gifts in four different ways - traditional paper, paper with card pockets, cloth furoshiki, and paper bag. You will go home with your perfectly wrapped gifts, ready to conquer the holiday season!

Enjoy everything Wicked 2. Dress up as your favorite Wicked character. Eat Ozian food. Go to Shiz University. Play Wicked trivia.  For ages 12-18. 

Preregistration required online or by calling the branch.