All Day |
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 "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 "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Kids,
Teens,
Adults
Luther Library
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Aug
18
2025
Mon
Spice Chronicles Ch 8: Hawaij
Library Branch:
Luther Library
Room:
Online + Curbside (Luther)
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.
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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 "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 "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Kids,
Teens,
Adults
Jones Library
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Aug
18
2025
Mon
Spice Chronicles Ch 8: Hawaij
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.
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This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group
Birth-PreK
Ralph Ellison Library
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group
Early Childhood (Ages 1-5) Art Activity Take-Home Kit: COLORS
All Day
8/18–8/24
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch:
Ralph Ellison Library
Room:
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
Little, hungry brains must continue to be fed with learning, playing and maker activities. This month, the theme for our early childhood kit is Color Me a Story.
Disclaimer(s)
It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.
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