LATE OPENING:

Due to the Memorial Marathon, the Ronald J. Norick Downtown Library will open at 12pm on Saturday, April 27th and at 2:30pm on Sunday, April 28th.

Ralph Ellison Library Centennial Exhibit

All Day
Ralph Ellison Library
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading, Community & Civics, Family Programs, Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:
Join us in commemorating the centennial of the Metropolitan Library System's first branch, the Ralph Ellison Library, formerly the Paul Laurence Dunbar Branch Library with an exhibit of our history, a community portrait art project, Shared language p...

Outdoor Storytime

10:00am - 10:45am
Choctaw Library
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Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Covered Patio (Choctaw)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Description:

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!

This storytime will take place on our outside patio with socially distanced chairs. Distanced activities will be provided after the stories. We will provide mats for sitting on the ground, but feel free to bring blankets if you'd like! First c...

Story & Song: Cookies!

11:00am - 11:30am
Downtown Library
Required
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Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Zoom (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Family Programs, Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Description:
Join us online for Storytime with the Downtown Library! Our theme for the week is: Cookies! Connect virtually with other children and caregivers as you enjoy interactive songs, stories, and rhymes from the comfort of your home. Register to receive...

Disclaimer(s)

This event is an online event offered through video and web conferencing software.  If you register for this program, you will be emailed the link to connect digitally.   Please note, you may need to install an app or computer application to attend this program.  If you have any issues connecting, please reach out to askalibrarian@metrolibrary.org.

Tech Help

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Capitol Hill Library
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Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Study Room 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Continuing Education
Event Description:
Confused about computers or the internet? Struggling with a job application or resume? Can't figure out how to download apps or books to your mobile device? We can help! Our trainers can answer your questions about basic technology issues. We will wa...

Teen Time: DnD

1:00pm - 3:30pm
Choctaw Library
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Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Covered Patio (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:
Grab your bow and ready your dancing lights as we prepare for battle! Join us for Dungeons and Dragons, led by librarians and even teens like you, on the Choctaw Library patio. Newbies, novices, and experts welcome. This is a teen program....

Disclaimer(s)

This event is scheduled to take place outside weather permitting.  Customers are encouraged to wear sunscreen and their masks.  Customers may also bring a blanket or lawn chair.  Please watch your email for updates to change of avenue or cancelation. 

Northwest Kids' Ages 5-12 HOLIDAY STORY and STEM! Build a Sled (LIVE @ NW!)

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northwest Library
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Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Description:
Join us INSIDE as we go on a wild ride with Ten on the Sled by Kim Norman and then build our own sleds! We will be seated as family & friend groups with tables socially distanced. Masks are encouraged. Please note how many will be at your table (3-4 ...

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. 

Customers are encouraged to socially distance by maintaining 6 feet apart for the duration of the event.

Teen Anime Club

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Almonte Library
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Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Zoom (Almonte)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Clubs, Film & Movies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Description:
Love Anime and/or Manga? Join our Anime club and talk to like minded teens about your favorite shows and books! This event is every week for teens aged 13-17. We will watch anime, read manga, and learning languages. Come hang out with us! ...

Disclaimer(s)

This event is an online event offered through video and web conferencing software.  If you register for this program, you will be emailed the link to connect digitally.   Please note, you may need to install an app or computer application to attend this program.  If you have any issues connecting, please reach out to askalibrarian@metrolibrary.org.