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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.

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Star Wars Display

04/23/2024 @ 9:00am to 05/10/2024 @ 9:00am
Onsite (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Displays & Exhibits
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

May the Fourth be with you! Star Wars day is coming up. Our big display case at Southern Oaks Library will be filled with Star Wars items for all to view! Rebel or Imperial, All ar...

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:

May the Fourth be with you! Star Wars day is coming up. Our big display case at Southern Oaks Library will be filled with Star Wars items for all to view! Rebel or Imperial, All are welcome to our library!

May Flowers Take-Home-Kit!

All Day 5/1 - 5/25
Online + Curbside (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Do April showers really bring May flowers?  Explore your creative side by creating your own tissue paper flower template with this take home kit.  Ages 3 and up. ...

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Do April showers really bring May flowers?  Explore your creative side by creating your own tissue paper flower template with this take home kit. 

Ages 3 and up. 

Kits available while supplies last.

Disclaimer(s)

Warning: Kit contains small parts that could represent a choking hazard. It is not intended for children under 3. It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Bag.

It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.

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Teen Book Boxes

All Day 5/1 - 5/25
Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Do you like books? Are you between 12-18? If the answer to both of those are "yes," we have the thing for you! Sign up for a book box and we will try to find you your new favori...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Description:

Do you like books? Are you between 12-18? If the answer to both of those are "yes," we have the thing for you!

Sign up for a book box and we will try to find you your new favorite book!

Asian American Pacific Islander Month- Family Take Home Kit

05/01/2024 @ 9:00am to 05/24/2024 @ 6:00pm
Online + Curbside (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month celebrates Asians and Pacific Islanders in the United States.  Celebrate with this take home kit that will include several crafts that...

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Del City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month celebrates Asians and Pacific Islanders in the United States. 

Celebrate with this take home kit that will include several crafts that represent Asian and Pacific Islanders. 

Cover to the May Creative Writing Chapbook, which features a geometric design around the borders and a drawing of a turtle in the center.

May Creative Writing Chapbook

05/01/2024 @ 9:00am to 05/25/2024 @ 5:00pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit, Writing
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Pick up one of our creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthe...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit, Writing
Event Description:

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Pick up one of our creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthen your creative muscles!

Cover to the May Mindfulness Journal, which features a eucalyptus branch on the back cover and a country road winding through a forest with golden sunlight coming through the canopy of tree branches.

May Mindfulness Journal

05/01/2024 @ 9:00am to 05/25/2024 @ 5:00pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

It can be difficult to take a moment to stop, slow down, and focus on something that’s good for our well-being. Pick up one of our monthly mindfulness journals filled with prompts ...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

It can be difficult to take a moment to stop, slow down, and focus on something that’s good for our well-being. Pick up one of our monthly mindfulness journals filled with prompts to help you focus on your mental health! 

Make Your Own Wildflower Seed Tags Take-Home Kit

All Day 5/4 - 5/11
Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Supplies Needed: Scissors, Pencil Make your own wildflower paper with this kit and turn that paper into tags you can use for upcoming summer gift opportunities. Your recipient...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Supplies Needed: Scissors, Pencil

Disclaimer(s)

Warning: Kit contains small parts that could represent a choking hazard. It is not intended for children under 3. It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Bag.

We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).

It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.

Kids Take and Make- Mini Catapults

05/06/2024 @ 9:00am to 05/11/2024 @ 5:00pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

This month we have supplies to make a mini catapult. Registrations are limited, sign up today!

Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Description:

This month we have supplies to make a mini catapult. Registrations are limited, sign up today!

Disclaimer(s)

We can only guarantee one kit per registration.  Please register individually to ensure that kits are appropriately distributed.  Special notes should not be used for additional registrations.

Thank you for your help!

Full Steam Ahead: Kitchen Table Science

05/06/2024 @ 12:00pm to 05/19/2024 @ 5:00pm
Online + Curbside (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

It’s full STEAM ahead! Pick up one of kits to learn about principle in Science, Technology, Art, or Math. We’ll give you the supplies need so you can experiment on your own and lea...

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Choctaw)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

It’s full STEAM ahead! Pick up one of kits to learn about principle in Science, Technology, Art, or Math. We’ll give you the supplies need so you can experiment on your own and learn more about the world around you. 

Art Around the World 3: Fiji

All Day 5/7 - 5/11
Online + Curbside (Wright) at Wright Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Are you ready for another trip around the world - through art?! Each monthly Art Around the World Take and Make Kits highlights a different type of folk art from countries, terr...

Required
Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Wright)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Description:

Are you ready for another trip around the world - through art?!

Disclaimer(s)

Warning: Kit contains small parts that could represent a choking hazard. It is not intended for children under 3. It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Bag.

We can only guarantee one kit per registration.  Please register individually to ensure that kits are appropriately distributed.  Special notes should not be used for additional registrations.

Thank you for your help!

It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.

Baby Storytime at the Downtown Library, Wednesdays from 11am-12pm

Baby Storytime!

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Join us every Wednesday, 11:00am, at the Downtown Library for a baby storytime! Connect with other families in the community while engaging in stories, songs, lap bounces, and more...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us every Wednesday, 11:00am, at the Downtown Library for a baby storytime! Connect with other families in the community while engaging in stories, songs, lap bounces, and more!

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. 

Rainbow swirling around a cloud that says Wiggly Wednesdays

Wiggly Wednesdays SIGNUP REQUIRED

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Join us as we read stories, sing songs, play, and move and groove. Littles will naturally gain pre literacy skills as they have fun. Caretakers will have the opportunity to connect...

Required
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Description:

Join us as we read stories, sing songs, play, and move and groove. Littles will naturally gain pre literacy skills as they have fun. Caretakers will have the opportunity to connect with other adults. And magical experiences will be had by all.

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. 

Book cover to Maid by Stephanie Land

Belle Isle Book Club

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Study Room E (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Join us once a month to discuss interesting books at the Belle Isle Book Cub every 2nd Wednesday at 11am. Each month we'll let you know which title is up next. For May 8, 2024, we ...

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Study Room E (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Description:

Join us once a month to discuss interesting books at the Belle Isle Book Cub every 2nd Wednesday at 11am. Each month we'll let you know which title is up next.

HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY CLASSES (HSE)

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Prepare for the HiSET exam in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM.  High School Equi...

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Prepare for the HiSET exam in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM. 

Beginner English as a Second Language (ESL)

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Improve your English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This beginner level class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 1:00-3:00pm.  ...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Improve your English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This beginner level class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 1:00-3:00pm. 

Beginners Line Dancing

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Exercise while having fun! Let's learn to line dance at the library. Learn basic, and advanced dance steps with dance instruction Gene Fowler. Enjoy a social activity, and get grea...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Description:

Exercise while having fun! Let's learn to line dance at the library. Learn basic, and advanced dance steps with dance instruction Gene Fowler. Enjoy a social activity, and get great exercise. No experience necessary.

Tai Chi

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Tai Chi:

Let’s get stronger, together! Evidence suggests that Tai Chi is an effective means of improving balance, strengthening muscles, and building confidence to prevent falls. Tai Chi is...

Event Description:

Let's get stronger together! Evidence suggests that Tai Chi is an effective means of improving balance, strengthening muscles and building confidence to prevent falls. Tai Chi is a...

Required
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Description:

Let’s get stronger, together! Evidence suggests that Tai Chi is an effective means of improving balance, strengthening muscles, and building confidence to prevent falls. Tai Chi is a low-impact dance-like exercise that can be performed almost anywhere.

Let's get stronger together! Evidence suggests that Tai Chi is an effective means of improving balance, strengthening muscles and building confidence to prevent falls.

Disclaimer(s)

The library is not liable for injuries to people, damage to their property or loss of property belonging to individuals or groups, using the meeting rooms.

Community Room

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Nicoma Park) at Nicoma Park Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Need a place to play games with friends, work on your computer, or just visit? Join us for Community Room time every Wednesday from 1-3. For adults and teens.

Library Branch: Nicoma Park Library
Room: Meeting Room (Nicoma Park)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics
Event Description:

Need a place to play games with friends, work on your computer, or just visit? Join us for Community Room time every Wednesday from 1-3. For adults and teens.

Children Reading to Dogs

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children's Area (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Family Programs, Reading Help
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Join us after school for a chance to read to a loving therapy dog! Our sweet furry friends like nothing more than to listen to children read books. Check in anytime between 3:30 - ...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Children's Area (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Family Programs, Reading Help
Event Description:

Join us after school for a chance to read to a loving therapy dog! Our sweet furry friends like nothing more than to listen to children read books. Check in anytime between 3:30 - 4:15 pm for an opportunity to read or just pet your furry friend.

Game Night

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
In-Library (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
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 reaso...

Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: In-Library (Luther)
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.

Makerspace: Egg Drop Challenge

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Join us after school for something fun to do and hands-on projects! Craft, create, and connect with others while learning about tech, art, reading, your community, life-skills, and...

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us after school for something fun to do and hands-on projects! Craft, create, and connect with others while learning about tech, art, reading, your community, life-skills, and more.

Perler Beads Afterschool

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Design and create your own Perler Bead item or use a pattern to create something awesome! 

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Design and create your own Perler Bead item or use a pattern to create something awesome! 

Lo-fi Study Hall

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Continuing Education
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Looking for a quiet space in the library to read, write, study, or just vibe? Join us for Lo-fi Study Hall every Wed from 4p-6p. We'll have lo-fi beats on in the background while m...

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Continuing Education
Event Description:

Looking for a quiet space in the library to read, write, study, or just vibe? Join us for Lo-fi Study Hall every Wed from 4p-6p.

Homework Help and Reading Buddies

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education, Reading Help, Writing
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Practice makes perfect in sports, and the same is true in school. Join us on Wednesdays to practice reading with a volunteer or get help with your homework. No registration is requ...

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education, Reading Help, Writing
Event Description:

Practice makes perfect in sports, and the same is true in school. Join us on Wednesdays to practice reading with a volunteer or get help with your homework. No registration is required. Recommended for grades K-6.