Week Calendar

Spend Tuesday mornings this summer in the sunshine with your new favorite stories. Aimed at children ages 3-5, but siblings of all ages are welcome. Storytime will be held on the patio near the parking lot, don't forget your sunscreen! 

Join us for books, songs, and playtime specifically designed for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for families with children under three years old.

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

The Any Book Club (ABC) meets bi-monthly to share stories about their recent reads. Those who enjoy adult fiction will feel especially at home, but all adult readers are welcomed.

"Circle time" is not only a fun experience for your child but also a great way to be ready for preschool and kindergarten. Be sure to browse our extensive collection of children's books and multimedia before or after the program!

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.

We discuss a different romance novel each month - our choices explore all the sub-genres, and a wide representation of characters. One Saturday a month, online via Zoom.

This month's book selection:

The Mobile Farmers Market is back.  The colorful truck will be making a weekly stop every other Monday.  The Farmers Market truck brings affordable, fresh fruits and vegetables to local neighborhoods. 

Ask a Law Librarian is a virtual drop-in program for anyone looking for legal research help. This service assists people looking for information on specific forms, laws, and other legal resources.

Welcome to the wonderful world of reptiles! Learn about the nature and life of these beautiful creatures from professional herpetologists in a fun, safe environment. For ages 5 and up. 

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.

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.

Come and join us every Wednesday for a bilingual story time in the English and Spanish languages: songs, rhymes, stories, and crafts. Make friends and enjoy snacks. 

Ages 1-5 / Edades 1-5

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.

Open to adult and teen chess players of all abilities, from complete beginners to the more advanced. Play for learning or for friendly competitive play. Just come for fun!

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

Join us for reassuring stories about the big first day! Ideal for students attending preschool or kindergarten with all children welcome.  Children 7 and under must be consistently supervised by an accompanyting adult.

If you love collaborative storytelling and role-playing, join the Tabletop RPG Club! We'll be playing Dungeons & Dragons, Blades in the Dark, Powered by the Apocalypse games, and more.

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.

Friends from the Lupa Zoo will be at the library to share their knowledge of our wonderful animal neighbors. This educational show features a variety of animals. For ages 5+

Are you interested in learning how to sew, or maybe just want to brush up your skills? Drop-in for our weekly studio session.

Play board (and Switch) games with friends on this fun Friday! Brownies will be provided while supplies last! Get Your Game On! 

On Fridays we will play Mario Cart, Mario Party and Super Smash Bros Ultimate, on our brand new Switch. 2-4pm.

It's time to start the weekend with some games! We will have board games, puzzles, legos, and crafts available! 

Can you beat a librarian at Jenga or Uno? We're guessing, the answer is "yes" ;) 

Join us Monday afternoons this summer for a different Monday Funday activity each week! We'll play, build, craft, and create! Geared for children ages 5 and up. 

This week we are making Floam!

Stop by to learn about Job Corps. Job Corps is a free residential and job training program that helps both young adults as well as adults of any age who have a disability to gain employment.

Every Monday we'll have art supplies and crafting supplies available for teens to create a project in the teen room or take home to complete there. Teens 12-19 welcome.

Legos are back! Join other LEGO Questers in building our Quest of the week, or build your own. For ages 5 and up.

If you are looking for a welcoming place to be after school, look no further. Get inspired by using a wide array of art and writing materials as well as board games. Enjoy the company of others or grab a quiet space for some precious alone time.

We're cooking up a storm at Forest Park Library! Do you want to learn cooking skills? Are you looking for ways to eat less meat? Want to try new versions of your favorite foods?

The Mobile Farmers Market is back.  The colorful truck will be making a weekly stop on Wednesdays.  The Farmers Market truck brings affordable, fresh fruits and vegetables to local neighborhoods. 

Stop by the Forest Park Branch Library on Wednesday afternoons for some gaming fun! Play a board game, a card game, or even a game on our Nintendo Switch! For ages 11-18. 

Come visit the East Forest Park Library for a Pawsitive experience! Meet Coach, a seven year old Shetland Sheep dog who is a specially trained certified therapy dog. 

Join us Saturday afternoons for an all ages, themed family storytime. Each week we'll read books, get silly, and do an activity, all about a special theme. Costumes and toys are encouraged!

This Saturday's theme is Monsters! 

Come to Pine Point to make your own Candy Sushi! We'll use Rice Krispies, Swedish Fish and other candies to make a delicious spin on sushi. Please come to the library with clean hands a sweet tooth!

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.

Join us every Wednesday evening for games, crafts, snacks, and conversation. Come hang out in our big comfy chairs and wind down with a friend. 

For teens 13+

Join us at Riverfront Park as we learn about birding and the ecology of the Connecticut River Watershed with Bill Randolph, a naturalist with the US Fish & Wildlife Service. 

Want to learn to code! Do you like video games, robotics, and website design or just think it's neat. Come to Fiero Code Club to learn the basics of computer programing and all the skills needed to become a master coder.

Do you have questions about using your smartphone or laptop? You are not alone!