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ESL Conversation Space

Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Adults

Looking to improve your English speaking skills? Join us at the Jones Library and practice ESL through conversation!

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Looking to improve your English speaking skills? Join us at the Jones Library and practice ESL through conversation!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Dinosaur Tales: How Fossils Get From The Ground To Your Museum

Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages

How do dinosaur fossils get from the ground to an exhibit at a museum?

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

How do dinosaur fossils get from the ground to an exhibit at a museum?

Disclaimer(s)

Be Advised:  This program may be photographed and/or videotaped for publicity purposes.

By Attending, you consent:  To the use of your voice and likeness in future publicity uses that contain content from this event. If you do not wish to be on camera, please let us know.

For more information visit our Photography & Video Disclaimer

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tai Chi with OU

Thursday, July 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Tap into the many mind/body benefits of practicing Tai Chi in this beginner friendly 6-week course. Open to adults of all ages.

Registration Required
Registration will open on July 1, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Tap into the many mind/body benefits of practicing Tai Chi in this beginner friendly 6-week course. Open to adults of all ages.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
seed library box

Seed Library

Friday, July 31, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Passive Program (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Time to grow! Check out our small collection of vegetable, herb, and flower seeds. The seed library is available before and during the 2026 growing season. Also, seed donations are accepted and welcomed!

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Passive Program (Jones)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Time to grow! Check out our small collection of vegetable, herb, and flower seeds. The seed library is available before and during the 2026 growing season. Also, seed donations are accepted and welcomed!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tai Chi with OU

Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Tap into the many mind/body benefits of practicing Tai Chi in this beginner friendly 6-week course. Open to adults of all ages.

Registration Required
Registration will open on July 1, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Tap into the many mind/body benefits of practicing Tai Chi in this beginner friendly 6-week course. Open to adults of all ages.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Children Reading to Dogs

Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Kids
Children Reading to Dogs:

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tai Chi with OU

Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Tap into the many mind/body benefits of practicing Tai Chi in this beginner friendly 6-week course. Open to adults of all ages.

Registration Required
Registration will open on July 1, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Tap into the many mind/body benefits of practicing Tai Chi in this beginner friendly 6-week course. Open to adults of all ages.

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

Game Night

Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends or spend time as a family playing together. Playing tabletop games helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication.

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends or spend time as a family playing together. Playing tabletop games helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Storytime

Friday, August 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Preschool Storytime:

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...

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
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!

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Homeschool Hangout

Friday, August 7, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Join us at the Jones Library for Homeschool Hangout! Make crafts, play games, discover new books, and socialize!

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Join us at the Jones Library for Homeschool Hangout! Make crafts, play games, discover new books, and socialize!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tai Chi with OU

Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Tap into the many mind/body benefits of practicing Tai Chi in this beginner friendly 6-week course. Open to adults of all ages.

Registration Required
Registration will open on July 1, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Tap into the many mind/body benefits of practicing Tai Chi in this beginner friendly 6-week course. Open to adults of all ages.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tai Chi with OU

Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Tap into the many mind/body benefits of practicing Tai Chi in this beginner friendly 6-week course. Open to adults of all ages.

Registration Required
Registration will open on July 1, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Tap into the many mind/body benefits of practicing Tai Chi in this beginner friendly 6-week course. Open to adults of all ages.

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

Spice Chronicles

All Day
Online + Curbside (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

What better way to explore the world than through food! Spice Chronicles will introduce you to knew flavors from around the globe through regional spice mixes.

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Jones)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

What better way to explore the world than through food! Spice Chronicles will introduce you to knew flavors from around the globe through regional spice mixes.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Accordingly, the Library will not be liable for such harm to any individual resulting from such allergens.

Food ingredients in this kit have been repackaged by staff.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tai Chi with OU

Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Tap into the many mind/body benefits of practicing Tai Chi in this beginner friendly 6-week course. Open to adults of all ages.

Registration Required
Registration will open on July 1, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Tap into the many mind/body benefits of practicing Tai Chi in this beginner friendly 6-week course. Open to adults of all ages.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Children Reading to Dogs

Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Kids
Children Reading to Dogs:

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tai Chi with OU

Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Tap into the many mind/body benefits of practicing Tai Chi in this beginner friendly 6-week course. Open to adults of all ages.

Registration Required
Registration will open on July 1, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Tap into the many mind/body benefits of practicing Tai Chi in this beginner friendly 6-week course. Open to adults of all ages.

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

Game Night

Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends or spend time as a family playing together. Playing tabletop games helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication.

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends or spend time as a family playing together. Playing tabletop games helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Storytime

Friday, August 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Preschool Storytime:

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...

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
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!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tai Chi with OU

Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Tap into the many mind/body benefits of practicing Tai Chi in this beginner friendly 6-week course. Open to adults of all ages.

Registration Required
Registration will open on July 1, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Tap into the many mind/body benefits of practicing Tai Chi in this beginner friendly 6-week course. Open to adults of all ages.

This event is in the "Adults" group
Cover of Book and Dagger by Elyse Graham

Jones Book Club

Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults

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.

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tai Chi with OU

Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Tap into the many mind/body benefits of practicing Tai Chi in this beginner friendly 6-week course. Open to adults of all ages.

Registration Required
Registration will open on July 1, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Tap into the many mind/body benefits of practicing Tai Chi in this beginner friendly 6-week course. Open to adults of all ages.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tai Chi with OU

Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Tap into the many mind/body benefits of practicing Tai Chi in this beginner friendly 6-week course. Open to adults of all ages.

Registration Required
Registration will open on July 1, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Tap into the many mind/body benefits of practicing Tai Chi in this beginner friendly 6-week course. Open to adults of all ages.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Children Reading to Dogs

Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Kids
Children Reading to Dogs:

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tai Chi with OU

Thursday, September 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Tap into the many mind/body benefits of practicing Tai Chi in this beginner friendly 6-week course. Open to adults of all ages.

Registration Required
Registration will open on July 1, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Tap into the many mind/body benefits of practicing Tai Chi in this beginner friendly 6-week course. Open to adults of all ages.