TEMPORARY CLOSURE:

The Almonte Library will be closed Sat., 5/4 through Tue., 5/14, to prepare for their grand reopening in their new building on Wed., 5/15 at 10 AM.

Critique Partner Speed Dating @ LitFest

9:30am - 11:00am
Downtown Library
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Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Events, Books & Reading, Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Are you a writer looking for a critique partner, and you just don't know where to start? Well, start here! Participants at LitFest can pre-register for this Speed Dating adventure to meet other writers and find your perfect critique partner!

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Art Time

10:00am - 11:00am
Warr Acres Library
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Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Event Description:

Let your imagination soar at our toddler craft time! We will use an assortment of odds and ends to create our very own works of art. A librarian will be on hand to provide you with all the resources you need to spread your artistic wings!

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

Fall Beginner Gardening

10:00am - 11:00am
The Village Library
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Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
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Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

This course will offer you the basics of how to create a fall garden in your space; whether you have a large home, apartment or a shared space, you can garden!

Toddler and Pre-K Art Exploration

10:00am - 11:00am
Northwest Library
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Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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Seats Remaining: 4
Event Description:

It's time to get messy with all of your favorite toddler and pre-k art activities!  Little ones will have the ability to use liquid paint, paint sticks, watercolor, stamps, and anything else we can find to make their own creations.  Open

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

Cancelled

Genealogy 101

10:00am - 12:00pm
Del City Library
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Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Del City)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies

Looking for clues as to your ancestry? Come put our genealogical databases and print resources through their paces to learn about the places and faces of your family's past. Our resident Genealogical genius will give you the tools which you need to branch out your family tree for free.

LitFest

10:00am - 4:00pm
Downtown Library
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Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Onsite (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Author Events, Books & Reading, Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Description:

Join us for the 6th Annual LitFest - our free writer's conference!

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

LitFest - For Kids

10:00am - 4:00pm
Downtown Library
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Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Area (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Author Events, Books & Reading, Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 147
Event Description:

LitFest for Kids runs concurrent to our 6th annual LitFest, a conference writers and content creators from all genres, skill levels, and mediums.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Saturday Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Belle Isle Library
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Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Children's Area (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Storytimes

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!

Cancelled

Book Club- The Book of Cold Cases

11:00am - 12:00pm
Warr Acres Library
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Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Main Area (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Description:

Calling all readers! Looking to build community and challenge yourself to discover new, exciting tales? If so, then look no further! Come meet new friends, read new books, and enjoy lively conversation at your neighborhood library.

Book club meets on the second Saturday each month at Warr Acres. This month we will be reading The Book of Cold Cases by Simone St.

Cancelled

Beginner's Yoga

11:30am - 1:00pm
Southern Oaks Library
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Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

No matter your level of experience there is something to gain from Meditative Yoga classes taught by Charles Swindall a 12 year Certified Meditation and Yoga Instructor.

Makerspace Crafternoon

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Belle Isle Library
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Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: The Makerspace (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Join us on Saturdays in the Makerspace for a quick crafternoon! Each Saturday, guests will have the opportunity to complete a quick craft using the equipment in the MLS Studio.

Watercolor Painting

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Warr Acres Library
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Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Description:

Join us with local artist Jim Pourtorkan to learn basic watercolor painting! All supplies provided, sign up with a friend!

Shelf Indulgence: YA Book Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northwest Library
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Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Description:

Love young adult literature, even though you may not be a teen any longer? This book club is open to all YA lovers, both teens and adults!

This month, we will be discussing Only a Monster by Vanessa Len.

Cancelled

Beginner's Yoga

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ralph Ellison Library
Required
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

No matter your level of experience there is something to gain from Meditative Yoga classes taught by Charles Swindall a 12 year certified meditation and yoga Instructor.

Cancelled

Keeping it Reel Movie Club

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bethany Library
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Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Film & Movies
Event Description:

Hello Fellow Movie Lovers! Welcome to the Bethany Movie Club. Each month we will be gathering around to watch a movie and discuss a little too.