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Crafternoon

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Brightwood Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Every Tuesday we will place crafting materials and instructions out on tables in the center of the library for patrons to use. This program is designed for teens and tweens, but ad...

Library Location: Brightwood Branch
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Every Tuesday we will place crafting materials and instructions out on tables in the center of the library for patrons to use. This program is designed for teens and tweens, but adults and younger children are welcome as well. 

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Live Reptile Show with Riverside Reptiles

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Room at Sixteen Acres Branch
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Explore the wonderful world of reptiles and amphibians with Riverside Reptiles! This live animal show will offer special opportunities to meet and interact with a range of captivat...

Library Location: Sixteen Acres Branch
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:

Explore the wonderful world of reptiles and amphibians with Riverside Reptiles! This live animal show will offer special opportunities to meet and interact with a range of captivating, cold-blooded creatures.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Writing Club

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
CL Community Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Creative writing club for teens who love to write or want to try it out. Share your original poems, short stories, novels, and more; receive feedback on your work; and do fun writi...

Library Location: Central Library
Room: CL Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Event Details:

Creative writing club for teens who love to write or want to try it out. Share your original poems, short stories, novels, and more; receive feedback on your work; and do fun writing activities!

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Email Basics

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Technology
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Hands-on workshops to build basic computer skills. Learn the basics of email. 

Library Location: Sixteen Acres Branch
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Technology
Event Details:

Hands-on workshops to build basic computer skills. Learn the basics of email. 

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Live Reptile Show with Riverside Reptiles

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Library Express at Pine Point
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Explore the wonderful world of reptiles and amphibians with Riverside Reptiles! This live animal show will offer special opportunities to meet and interact with a range of captivat...

Library Location: Library Express at Pine Point
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:

Explore the wonderful world of reptiles and amphibians with Riverside Reptiles! This live animal show will offer special opportunities to meet and interact with a range of captivating, cold-blooded creatures.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Dancin' with Hoops!

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
FP Community Room at Forest Park Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Performances
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Join Judi Jones, aka ENERGIZER, for a musical and interactive Hoop Dancing (hula hooping) program. Dancin’ with Hoops blends creative movement, dance, exercise, and play. &nbs...

Library Location: Forest Park Branch
Room: FP Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Performances
Event Details:

Join Judi Jones, aka ENERGIZER, for a musical and interactive Hoop Dancing (hula hooping) program. Dancin’ with Hoops blends creative movement, dance, exercise, and play.  Hula hoops will be provided for use.

This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Paint and Sip

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
East Springfield Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

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

Library Location: East Springfield Branch
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

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

Open to teens 12-19.  

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Optional

Registration for this event is encouraged, but optional.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

African Drumming and Movement Class

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
BW Community Room at Brightwood Branch
Program Type:
Community Events
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

This uplifting rhythmic drumming session will teach children basic drumming techniques while building confidence and an appreciation for other cultures of music and dance. Children...

Library Location: Brightwood Branch
Room: BW Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Community Events
Event Details:

This uplifting rhythmic drumming session will teach children basic drumming techniques while building confidence and an appreciation for other cultures of music and dance.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Makerspace Collaboratory Drop-In

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Makerspace at East Forest Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Technology
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Makerspace Collaboratory Drop-In:

From traditional crafts to digital tinkering, the East Forest Park Makerspace is your place to create, invent, and learn. 

Event Details:

Each week we will have a drop-in project or two based on a theme.

Library Location: East Forest Park Branch
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Technology
Event Details:

From traditional crafts to digital tinkering, the East Forest Park Makerspace is your place to create, invent, and learn. 

Each week we will have a drop-in project or two based on a theme.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Live Reptile Show with Riverside Reptiles

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
CL Community Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Explore the wonderful world of reptiles and amphibians with Riverside Reptiles! This live animal show will offer special opportunities to meet and interact with a range of captivat...

Library Location: Central Library
Room: CL Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:

Explore the wonderful world of reptiles and amphibians with Riverside Reptiles! This live animal show will offer special opportunities to meet and interact with a range of captivating, cold-blooded creatures.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Wintertime Craft-a-long

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Brightwood Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Looking for something cozy to do on a cold winters night? Do you want to make a special surprise for your family during the holidays? Come to the Brightwood Branch for bi-weekly wi...

Library Location: Brightwood Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Looking for something cozy to do on a cold winters night? Do you want to make a special surprise for your family during the holidays? Come to the Brightwood Branch for bi-weekly winter crafts!

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Dancin' with Hoops!

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
EFP Community Room at East Forest Park Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Performances
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Join Judi Jones, aka ENERGIZER, for a musical and interactive Hoop Dancing (hula hooping) program. Dancin’ with Hoops blends creative movement, dance, exercise, and play. &nbs...

Library Location: East Forest Park Branch
Room: EFP Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Performances
Event Details:

Join Judi Jones, aka ENERGIZER, for a musical and interactive Hoop Dancing (hula hooping) program. Dancin’ with Hoops blends creative movement, dance, exercise, and play.  Hula hoops will be provided for use.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Potion Bottles Craft

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mason Square Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Create a enchanting souvenir when you join us and make your own mini potion bottle! Use it as a charm, a necklace pendant, or display it in your favorite place to remind everyone j...

Library Location: Mason Square Branch
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Create a enchanting souvenir when you join us and make your own mini potion bottle! Use it as a charm, a necklace pendant, or display it in your favorite place to remind everyone just how magical you are! For teens 13-19, while supplies last.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Read with Henry the Rabbit

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
East Springfield Branch
Program Type:
Book Groups & Reading
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

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. 

Library Location: East Springfield Branch
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Book Groups & Reading
Event Details:

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. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Crafternoon for All Ages

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Indian Orchard Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Craft generic:

Get crafty! Let's make something together.

Event Details:

Join Meg as we do a different craft every week on Wednesday afternoons. Tissue Paper Painting, Watercolor painting, finger painting, and floral book marks are some of the crafts we...

Library Location: Indian Orchard Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Get crafty! Let's make something together.

Join Meg as we do a different craft every week on Wednesday afternoons. Tissue Paper Painting, Watercolor painting, finger painting, and floral book marks are some of the crafts we will be exploring.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Night

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Teen Room at East Forest Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Teens
Teen night EFP:

Come hang out in our big comfy chairs and wind down with a friend. 

Event Details:

Join us every Wednesday evening for games, crafts, snacks, and conversation. For teens 13+

Library Location: East Forest Park Branch
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:

Come hang out in our big comfy chairs and wind down with a friend. 

Join us every Wednesday evening for games, crafts, snacks, and conversation. For teens 13+

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Escape Room: The Cryptid Crisis

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teen Area at Central Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Do you love a good mystery? Are puzzles your favorite thing to figure out? Do you love the strange and mysterious? Then our escape room is for you! Join a team of fellow sleuths as...

Library Location: Central Library
Room: Teen Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Do you love a good mystery? Are puzzles your favorite thing to figure out? Do you love the strange and mysterious? Then our escape room is for you!

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Dancin' with Hoops!

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
MS Community Room at Mason Square Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Performances
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Join Judi Jones, aka ENERGIZER, for a musical and interactive Hoop Dancing (hula hooping) program. Dancin’ with Hoops blends creative movement, dance, exercise, and play. &nbs...

Library Location: Mason Square Branch
Room: MS Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Performances
Event Details:

Join Judi Jones, aka ENERGIZER, for a musical and interactive Hoop Dancing (hula hooping) program. Dancin’ with Hoops blends creative movement, dance, exercise, and play.  Hula hoops will be provided for use.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Live Reptile Show with Riverside Reptiles

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm
East Springfield Branch
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Explore the wonderful world of reptiles and amphibians with Riverside Reptiles! This live animal show will offer special opportunities to meet and interact with a range of captivat...

Library Location: East Springfield Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:

Explore the wonderful world of reptiles and amphibians with Riverside Reptiles! This live animal show will offer special opportunities to meet and interact with a range of captivating, cold-blooded creatures.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

African Drumming and Movement Class

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
East Springfield Branch
Program Type:
Community Events
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

This uplifting rhythmic drumming session will teach children basic drumming techniques while building confidence and an appreciation for other cultures of music and dance. Children...

Library Location: East Springfield Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Community Events
Event Details:

This uplifting rhythmic drumming session will teach children basic drumming techniques while building confidence and an appreciation for other cultures of music and dance.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Dancin' with Hoops!

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
SA Community Room at Sixteen Acres Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Performances
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Join Judi Jones, aka ENERGIZER, for a musical and interactive Hoop Dancing (hula hooping) program. Dancin’ with Hoops blends creative movement, dance, exercise, and play. &nbs...

Library Location: Sixteen Acres Branch
Room: SA Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Performances
Event Details:

Join Judi Jones, aka ENERGIZER, for a musical and interactive Hoop Dancing (hula hooping) program. Dancin’ with Hoops blends creative movement, dance, exercise, and play.  Hula hoops will be provided for use.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Chess Club

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Rice Hall at Central Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

The adult chess club is for chess players of all levels, from beginner to advanced. Whether you're looking for a casual game or a competitive match, check out the library's adult c...

Library Location: Central Library
Room: Rice Hall
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

The adult chess club is for chess players of all levels, from beginner to advanced. Whether you're looking for a casual game or a competitive match, check out the library's adult chess club. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Potion Bottles Craft

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian Orchard Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Create a enchanting souvenir when you join us and make your own mini potion bottle! Use it as a charm, a necklace pendant, or display it in your favorite place to remind everyone j...

Library Location: Indian Orchard Branch
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Create a enchanting souvenir when you join us and make your own mini potion bottle! Use it as a charm, a necklace pendant, or display it in your favorite place to remind everyone just how magical you are! For teens 13-19, while supplies last.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Sew Fun! Drop-In

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Makerspace at East Forest Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Drop-in for our weekly studio session. From sewing a button or hemming pants, to following a pattern to construct a garment using a sewing machine, our sewing volunteer can help yo...

Library Location: East Forest Park Branch
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop-in for our weekly studio session. From sewing a button or hemming pants, to following a pattern to construct a garment using a sewing machine, our sewing volunteer can help you get started!