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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.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Special Events
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.
Jan-Feb
2025
Winter Reading
All Day 1/1 - 2/24
Special Events
Library Location:
Special Events
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Book Groups & Reading,
Community Events
Event Details:
This January you are invited to compete in the Winter Reading Challenge. Follow the prompts, get a bingo, and earn a prize! Submit your finished bingo sheets to a librarian by February 24. For children, teens, and adults.
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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.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Special Events
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.
Valentine's Day Cards
All Day 2/1 - 2/14
Special Events
Library Location:
Special Events
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Valentine's Day is February 14. Drop by any location and make a card for that special someone in your life. All supplies are included.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Happy Valentine's Day Candy Guessing Game
All Day 2/1 - 2/15
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Children's Room
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Drop in to the East Forest Park Library and guess how many Valentine candies are in the jar. Two winners with the guesses closest to the correct number will win a prize and candy.
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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.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Special Events
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.
Black History Month Bookmarks
All Day 2/1 - 2/28
Special Events
Library Location:
Special Events
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Celebrate Black History Month at the Library! Stop by any location during the month of February to make an artistic collaged bookmark to be inspired by your favorite African American historical figure all year long, every time you read.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Flash Fiction Contest- Romance is in the Air
All Day 2/1 - 2/28
Central Library
Library Location:
Central Library
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Can you tell a romantic tale in 500 words or less? Enter out flash fiction contest between Feb 1-28, and you might be one of our grand prize winners!
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10 am |
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Babies & Toddlers
Indian Orchard Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Feb
10
2025
Mon
Home City Families Playgroup
10:30am - 11:30am
Indian Orchard Branch
Library Location:
Indian Orchard Branch
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Join us for stories, songs, movement, crafts, and playtime! This is a great opportunity to meet other parents and give your child the opportunity to socialize with other children their age. No registration required. Adult must accompany children. Presented in collaboration with Home City Families. For ages 12 mos. - 6 years, siblings welcome.
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.
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Feb
11
2025
Tue
Budding Bookworms Storytime
10:30am - 11:00am
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Children's Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Come listen to your new favorite stories and songs followed by free play with new pals!
Every Tuesday morning. Geared toward children pre-k and under with accompanying adults, but older siblings welcome!
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 "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Babies & Toddlers
Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Feb
11
2025
Tue
Home City Families Playgroup
10:30am - 11:30am
Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
Forest Park Branch
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Join us for stories, songs, movement, crafts, and playtime! This is a great opportunity to meet other parents and give your child the opportunity to socialize with other children their age. No registration required. Adult must accompany children. Presented in collaboration with Home City Families. For ages 12 mos. - 6 years, siblings welcome.
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 "Adults" group.
Adults
East Springfield Branch
Registration Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Feb
11
2025
Tue
Learn the Basic Art of Meditation
10:30am - 11:30am
East Springfield Branch
Registration Open
Library Location:
East Springfield Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
7
Event Details:
Meditating in a group gives a sense of community and camaraderie connected to sharing the practice and benefits of meditation.
Disclaimer(s)
Registration Optional
Registration for this event is encouraged, but optional.
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Babies & Toddlers
Mason Square Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Feb
12
2025
Wed
Home City Families Gross Motor Play Group
10:30am - 11:30am
Mason Square Branch
Library Location:
Mason Square Branch
Room:
MS Community Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Join us for some gross motor fun to develop children's physical abilities! This is a great opportunity to meet other parents and give your child the opportunity to socialize with other children their age. No registration required. Adult must accompany children. Presented in collaboration with Home City Families. For ages 12 mos. - 6 years, siblings welcome.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Feb
13
2025
Thu
The Any Book Club
10:00am - 12:00pm
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
EFP Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Groups & Reading
Event Details:
Join our Any Book Club and share your recent reads.
The Any Book Club (ABC) meets bi-monthly to share stories about their recent reads. Members of the Any Book Club review books they've read recently so others can learn about what's great and - sometimes - what's not.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Feb
13
2025
Thu
Circle Time Fun
10:30am - 11:30am
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Come join us for educational fun and learning at a librarian facilitated playgroup! No registration required, just drop in anytime during the program. Birth - 5 years, siblings welcome.
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 "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Babies & Toddlers
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Feb
13
2025
Thu
Tiny Tots Sensory Fun
10:30am - 11:15pm
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Children's Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Bring your little ones for some sensory fun this fall and let us worry about cleaning up the mess!
Every Thursday we will offer an array of toddler friendly sensory activities to work on motor skills. Aimed at toddlers, but siblings welcome.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
East Springfield Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Feb
14
2025
Fri
Knot Just Knitters
10:00am - 11:30am
East Springfield Branch
Library Location:
East Springfield Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch, or crewel, these groups are the place for you.
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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Teens,
Adults
Central Library
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Feb
15
2025
Sat
Open Game Day
10:00am - 4:30pm
Central Library
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
CL Community Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Are you looking for a place to play D&D with your friends? Want a place to play Magic the Gathering? Are you looking for other players to join their games? Come to the Central Branch once a month for our open gaming day.
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11 am |
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
East Springfield Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Feb
14
2025
Fri
Bilingual Storytime | Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe
11:30am - 12:30pm
East Springfield Branch
Library Location:
East Springfield Branch
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Come listen to your new favorite stories in English and Spanish followed by free play with new pals! For ages 6 months - 6 years with accompanying adults, but older siblings welcome!
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.
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This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Tweens,
Teens
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Feb
15
2025
Sat
Teen Art Show
11:00am - 3:00pm
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
EFP Community Room
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Community Events
Event Details:
Hey teens! Do you have a piece of artwork that you're really proud of? Let's see it!
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12 pm |
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Feb
11
2025
Tue
Afterthoughts Book Discussion Group
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Groups & Reading
Event Details:
A traditional book discussion group where everyone reads and discusses the same book. Join us!
Explore great books, join a lively discussion, and meet others who enjoy reading too. New members are always welcome! Meets online at noon on the second Tuesday of every month.
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1 pm |
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Babies & Toddlers
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Feb
10
2025
Mon
Home City Families Gross Motor Playgroup
1:30pm - 2:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
EFP Community Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Join us for some gross motor fun to develop children's physical abilities! This is a great opportunity to meet other parents and give your child the opportunity to socialize with other children their age. No registration required. Adult must accompany children. Presented in collaboration with Home City Families. For ages 12 mos. - 6 years, siblings welcome.
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.
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Babies & Toddlers
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Feb
11
2025
Tue
Home City Families Playgroup
1:30pm - 2:30pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Room:
SA Community Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Join us for stories, songs, movement, crafts, and playtime! This is a great opportunity to meet other parents and give your child the opportunity to socialize with other children their age. No registration required. Adult must accompany children. Presented in collaboration with Home City Families. For ages 12 mos. - 6 years, siblings welcome.
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 "Adults" group.
Adults
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Feb
11
2025
Tue
Knot Just Knitters
1:30pm - 3:00pm
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Café Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch, or crewel, these groups are the place for you.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Feb
12
2025
Wed
Knot Just Knitters
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Room:
SA Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch, or crewel, these groups are the place for you.
New members are always welcome, and current members are often willing to share their skills. Some yarn and needles can be provided, but donations are always welcome.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Mason Square Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Feb
14
2025
Fri
Knot Just Knitters
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Mason Square Branch
Library Location:
Mason Square Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch, or crewel, these groups are the place for you.
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Mason Square Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Feb
14
2025
Fri
Open Sew
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Mason Square Branch
Library Location:
Mason Square Branch
Room:
Mason Square Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Develop your sewing skills, make new friends, and have fun!
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Feb
14
2025
Fri
Lego Freestyle Club
1:00pm - 4:30pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Room:
SA Community Room
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Attention LEGO enthusiasts! All are invited to drop in for our freestyle Lego Club. Make new friends and browse our library's many LEGO-themed books. Have the freedom to build using your imagination.
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 "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Tweens,
Teens
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Feb
14
2025
Fri
Teen Art Show
1:00pm - 5:00pm
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
EFP Community Room
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Community Events
Event Details:
Hey teens! Do you have a piece of artwork that you're really proud of? Let's see it!
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Feb
14
2025
Fri
Home City Families Playgroup
1:30pm - 2:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Children's Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Join us for stories, songs, movement, crafts, and playtime! This is a great opportunity to meet other parents and give your child the opportunity to socialize with other children their age. No registration required. Adult must accompany children. Presented in collaboration with Home City Families. For ages 12 mos. - 6 years, siblings welcome.
No registration required. Adult must accompany children. Presented in collaboration with Home City Families. For ages 12 mos. - 6 years, siblings welcome.
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Teens,
Adults
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Feb
14
2025
Fri
Drop-In Tech Help
1:30pm - 2:45pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Technology
Event Details:
Do you have questions about using your smartphone or laptop? You are not alone! Bring your device and technology-related questions and issues to our monthly Drop-In Tech Help session.
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This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Feb
15
2025
Sat
Paper-Cut Light Box
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Room:
SA Community Room
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Light and shadow transform beautiful paper cut scenes into windows on another world. Create your own display piece that will transport you there.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Teens,
Adults
East Springfield Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Feb
15
2025
Sat
Garden Club
1:30pm - 2:30pm
East Springfield Branch
Library Location:
East Springfield Branch
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Food & Cooking,
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
People who enjoy tea, would like to discover more tea types, and people who are interested in learning more about tea culture around the world.
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2 pm |
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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.
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
East Forest Park Branch
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.
Feb
10
2025
Mon
Code Builders 2.0
2:00pm - 4:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Technology
Event Details:
Welcome to Code Builders 2.0 - our all ages, drop-in club where you can explore robotics, coding languages (like Scratch and Python), and even 3D design & printing!
This club is open to aspiring coders of all ages.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Feb
11
2025
Tue
Golden Age Trivia
2:00pm - 3:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
EFP Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Come to the East Forest Park library for a golden trivia afternoon – the 2nd Tuesday of every month. We’ll have snacks, fun facts, and a great time! Recommended age 55+. Themes TBA.
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.
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
East Forest Park Branch
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.
Feb
11
2025
Tue
Open Studio Tuesdays
2:00pm - 4:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Technology
Event Details:
Join us for our day-time, Open Studio session! You can bring a project to work on, or an idea to bounce off of other makers.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
Feb
11
2025
Tue
Little Adventures Storytime
2:30pm - 3:00pm
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Children's Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Join us for stories and songs every Tuesday afternoon! All children and their grown-ups are welcome, but preschool aged littles will find this storytime especially enjoyable!
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Feb
12
2025
Wed
Tarot Card Study Group
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops,
Games
Event Details:
Join our twice-monthly tarot study group. Learn how to gain a deeper understanding of the cards and practice reading for yourself and others in a supportive environment. Ages 18+.
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.
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
East Forest Park Branch
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.
Feb
12
2025
Wed
Makerspace Collaboratory Drop-In
2:00pm - 4:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Teens,
Adults
Central Library
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Feb
13
2025
Thu
Adult Chess Club
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library
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 "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.
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
East Forest Park Branch
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.
Feb
13
2025
Thu
Sew Fun! Drop-In
2:00pm - 4:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
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!
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This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Tweens,
Teens
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Feb
14
2025
Fri
Build-A-Button Workshop
2:00pm - 4:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Teen Room
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
It's time to make a statement! Join us for our weekly button making workshop and put your personal spin on our "expertly" selected themes. All supplies will be provided, you just need to bring your creativity... and maybe a bit of snark.
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3 pm |
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Mason Square Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Feb
10
2025
Mon
Crafty Mondays
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mason Square Branch
Library Location:
Mason Square Branch
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Join us on Mondays in the Children's Room to create exciting winter crafts together.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
Feb
10
2025
Mon
Listen and Draw
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Room:
SA Community Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Join us for our Listen and Draw program for kids who love to draw and create. Listen to an audiobook to inspire your imagination. Draw a picture or make a craft. No art experience required.
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.
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This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Tweens,
Teens
Mason Square Branch
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Feb
11
2025
Tue
Game Day!
3:00pm - 4:30pm
Mason Square Branch
Library Location:
Mason Square Branch
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Stop by the Mason Square Branch Library on Tuesday afternoons for some gaming fun! Play a board game, a card game, or even a game on our Nintendo Switch! For ages 10-16.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Feb
11
2025
Tue
Teen Writing Club
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Central Library
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!
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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.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
East Springfield Branch
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.
Feb
12
2025
Wed
Read with Henry the Rabbit
3:30pm - 4:30pm
East Springfield Branch
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.
Children
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
Feb
12
2025
Wed
Girl Scout Troop 65166 Meeting
3:30pm - 5:15pm
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
EFP Community Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Events
Event Details:
Weekly Meeting of Girl Scout Troop 65166
Disclaimer(s)
Non-Library Event
This is a non-library-sponsored event.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
Feb
13
2025
Thu
Meet Me at the Library!
3:00pm - 4:45pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Room:
Children's Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Events
Event Details:
It's an afterschool playdate at the library! Stop by between 3:00 - 4:45 for plenty of family friendly fun.
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Children,
Tweens
Indian Orchard Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Feb
14
2025
Fri
Switch Gaming On Fridays
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian Orchard Branch
Library Location:
Indian Orchard Branch
Room:
IO Community Room
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Come Switch it up at the library and play your choice of games.
On Fridays we will play Mario Kart, Mario Party and Super Smash Bros Ultimate, on our brand new Switch. Bring your own controllers for 2+ multiplayer games. 3-5pm.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Feb
14
2025
Fri
Microwave Meals
3:15pm - 4:15pm
Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
Forest Park Branch
Room:
Program Den
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Event Details:
Hungry after school? Not sure what to make? Come learn easy microwave recipes with simple ingredients!
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4 pm |
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Central Library
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Feb
10
2025
Mon
Messy Art
4:00pm - 4:30pm
Central Library
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Children's Program Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Join us on Mondays this winter for some messy, sensory art for toddlers. This program is designed with children 3-5 years old in mind, younger children are welcome but may require more help.
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.
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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.
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Indian Orchard Branch
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.
Feb
12
2025
Wed
Crafternoon for All Ages
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Indian Orchard Branch
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.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
All Ages
Mason Square Branch
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Feb
13
2025
Thu
BINGO
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mason Square Branch
Library Location:
Mason Square Branch
Room:
MS Community Room
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Join us for BINGO in the Mason Square Community Room. Enjoy a few games, have a snack, win a prize and spend time with other friends from the community. All are welcome!
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5 pm |
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
Teens
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Feb
12
2025
Wed
Teen Night
5:00pm - 7:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
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 "Adults" group.
Adults
East Springfield Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Feb
12
2025
Wed
Aprende Conmigo- Learn With Me
5:30pm - 7:00pm
East Springfield Branch
Library Location:
East Springfield Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Event Details:
A Spanish language learning group that functions to help develop/improve foreign language speaking/reading/writing and allow for a safe space for cultural exchange!
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Tweens,
Teens
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Feb
12
2025
Wed
African Mask Making
5:30pm - 7:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Join us for a 2-part workshop that celebrates masks in African Art. Come learn about this ancient craft and create your own mixed media art to take home. The first class will be mask creation, the second class will be mask decoration.
Reservation
East Forest Park Branch
Feb
12
2025
Wed
EFP Civic Association Meeting
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
EFP Community Room
Purpose of Meeting
Meeting of the East Forest Park Civic Association
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This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Tweens,
Teens
Brightwood Branch
Registration Open
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Feb
13
2025
Thu
Join the Quest! D&D Club
5:30pm - 7:45pm
Brightwood Branch
Registration Open
Library Location:
Brightwood Branch
Room:
BW Community Room
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
6
Event Details:
If you love collaborative storytelling and role-playing, join the Tabletop RPG Club!
Disclaimer(s)
Registration Required
Registration for this event is required due to space constraints.
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6 pm |
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Teens,
Adults
Central Library
Registration Open
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Feb
10
2025
Mon
Silent Book Club
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Central Library
Registration Open
Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Rice Hall
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Book Groups & Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Wish you had more time to read? Looking for some book lovers to hang out with? Join us for Silent Book Club! One night a month, we get cozy at the library for an hour of solo reading and time at the end to chat.
Disclaimer(s)
Registration Optional
Registration for this event is encouraged, but optional.
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