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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Teens,
Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
(Registration) Bookish: Teen Book Bag
All Day
8/1–8/10
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch:
Ralph Ellison Library
Room:
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Books & Reading,
DIY & Hobbies,
Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
Calling all teens or adults who love reading teen books! Bookish is back and is now available for adults to check out too!
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.
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!
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Kids,
Teens
Luther Library
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Aug
11
2025
Mon
State Fair Pennants Take Home Kits
Library Branch:
Luther Library
Room:
Online + Curbside (Luther)
Age Group:
Kids,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Cultural Experiences,
Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
Let's create a souvenir with history. Based off items in the library's historic collections, these pennants take us back the State Fair of the 1940s! Kit includes felt pennant, heat release decal, and fabric paint.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
Teens
The Village Library
This event is in the "Teens" group
Aug
12
2025
Tue
Teen Take & Make Lit Kit
All Day
The Village Library
Library Branch:
The Village Library
Room:
Onsite (The Village)
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Books & Reading,
Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
Enjoy science, art, and literacy activities from home with these prepared activity kits! These Lit Kits include supplies for fun activities inspired by books on the Intermediate or High School Sequoyah list. Supplies are limited.
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!
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
08/01/2025 @ 9:00am–08/30/2025 @ 5:00pm
Teens,
Adults
Warr Acres Library
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
August Creative Writing Chapbook
08/01/2025 @ 9:00am–08/30/2025 @ 5:00pm
Warr Acres Library
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!
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
08/01/2025 @ 9:00am–08/30/2025 @ 5:00pm
Teens,
Adults
Warr Acres Library
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
August Mindfulness Journal
08/01/2025 @ 9:00am–08/30/2025 @ 5:00pm
Warr Acres Library
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!
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This event is in the "Kids" group
08/02/2025 @ 9:00am–08/16/2025 @ 9:00pm
Kids
Warr Acres Library
This event is in the "Kids" group
Pages & Prose Parcel - Summer
08/02/2025 @ 9:00am–08/16/2025 @ 9:00pm
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch:
Warr Acres Library
Room:
Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres)
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Books & Reading,
Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
Pages & Prose Parcel- Summers is a three-month library book box subscription service geared toward children ages 8 – 14.
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.
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!
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Back to School Take Home Kit
All Day
8/5–8/12
Northwest Library
Library Branch:
Northwest Library
Room:
Onsite (Northwest)
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
DIY & Hobbies,
Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
School is almost back in session! Grab this take home kit to get you ready for the start of an excellent year. Each kit will come with supplies, crafts, and activities to get you excited for school.
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.
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!
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Teens,
Adults
Capitol Hill Library
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
DIY College Prep Take-Home Kit
All Day
8/5–8/19
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch:
Capitol Hill Library
Room:
Onsite (Capitol Hill)
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Careers & Jobs,
Continuing Education,
Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
The college admissions process can be difficult to navigate, but we offer the resources you need to make your collegiate dream a reality. Join us to learn about test prep, choosing a college, financial aid and scholarships, or the application process. Programs will offer advice from experts. Our librarians will be on hand to demonstrate the library’s free resources and help you on your journey.
Build your own college preparation kit with the materials provided.
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
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This event is in the "All Ages" group
All Ages
Warr Acres Library
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Heart Bookmarks - Take Home Kit
All Day
8/11–8/17
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch:
Warr Acres Library
Room:
Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres)
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
Celebrate National Romance Awareness Month with heart-shaped bookmarks for current read. This quick and easy craft will give you several small bookmarks to use and share with friends.
Supplies needed - Scissors
Disclaimer(s)
We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).
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This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Birth-PreK,
Kids
Ralph Ellison Library
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Tropical Fish Paper Plate Take Home Kit
All Day
8/11–8/18
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch:
Ralph Ellison Library
Room:
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group:
Birth-PreK,
Kids
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
DIY & Hobbies,
Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
Come to Ralph Ellison Library and pick up your Tropical Fish Paper Plate Take-Home Kit! 🐠🎨 Perfect for kids — fun, creative, and includes everything you need to make your own colorful tropical fish. While supplies last!
Disclaimer(s)
It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Kids,
Teens
Wright Library
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
August STEAM-tastic Surprise Take Home Kit
All Day
8/12–8/16
Wright Library
Library Branch:
Wright Library
Room:
Online + Curbside (Wright)
Age Group:
Kids,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
DIY & Hobbies,
Family Programs,
Science & STEAM,
Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
The STEAMtastic Surprise is a hands-on, educational kit designed to spark curiosity and foster a love for science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM).
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.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Paws And Prints: Salt Dough Keepsake Kit
All Day
8/12–8/18
Almonte Library
Library Branch:
Almonte Library
Room:
Onsite (Almonte)
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
DIY & Hobbies,
Family Programs,
Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
National Dog day is the first Saturday in August and International Cat day is August 8. Celebrate your pet with a paw-some DIY project. Pick up a Paws & Prints Take-Home kit and create a lasting memory of your furry friend.
Disclaimer(s)
We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).
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This event is in the "Adults" group
Adults
The Village Library
This event is in the "Adults" group
Aug
12
2025
Tue
Personally Painted Pencil Pouch
9:00am–9:00pm
The Village Library
Library Branch:
The Village Library
Room:
Onsite (The Village)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
Whether you are returning to school yourself, or just really want a cool zipper bag for your pencils, this take-home kit has you covered!
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