Week Calendar

On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.

Time	Sun (5/10)	Mon (5/11)	Tue (5/12)	Wed (5/13)	Thu (5/14)	Fri (5/15)	Sat (5/16)
All Day	This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Take-Home Kit: Mental Health Awareness Month All Day 5/1–5/23 Teens Almonte Library This event is in the "Teens" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Almonte Library Room: Onsite (Almonte) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit Event Description: May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Come grab a free take-home kit at the Almonte Library that will include all the supplies to make your own worry stone and calming bottle! 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.
	This event is in the "Kids" group Pages & Prose Parcel 05/01/2026 @ 9:00am–05/15/2026 @ 9:00pm Kids Warr Acres Library Full Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Full Registration is closed because the event is full. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Warr Acres Library Room: Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit Registration Required Event Description: Pages & Prose Parcel is a four-month library book box subscription service geared toward children ages 7 – 14. Children up to age 18 may sign up, but the highest reading level of books selected will be Junior Nonfiction or Junior Fiction. 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!
	This event is in the "Adults" group May Creative Writing Chapbook 05/01/2026 @ 9:00am–05/23/2026 @ 5:00pm Adults Warr Acres Library This event is in the "Adults" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Warr Acres Library Room: Onsite (Warr Acres) Age Group: 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!
	This event is in the "Adults" group May Mindfulness Journal 05/01/2026 @ 9:00am–05/23/2026 @ 5:00pm Adults Warr Acres Library This event is in the "Adults" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Warr Acres Library Room: Onsite (Warr Acres) Age Group: 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!
	This event is in the "All Ages" group Make Your Own Puzzle Take-Home Kit All Day 5/4–5/13 All Ages Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit Event Description: Design and decorate your puzzle using the markers provided or your own at home. Take it apart and put it back together when you’re done! Disclaimer(s) It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.					This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Faux Neon Sign Take Home Kit All Day 5/15–5/22 Teens, Adults Northwest Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Registration will open on May 8, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Northwest Library Room: Onsite (Northwest) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit Registration Required Event Description: Neon Signs ruled the Mother Road after their widespread adoption in the 1930s. In this kit, you’ll learn the history of neon signs, how they work, and get the chance to make your own faux neon sign by layering varying shades of paint. 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! It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.
		This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group 1-2-3 Play With Me! Take-Home Kit All Day 5/11–5/15 Birth-PreK Capitol Hill Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Take-Home Kit Event Description: Looking for fun and engaging ways to play with your little one at home? Our skilled Children’s Librarians have developed a special take home kit just for you! Our 123! Play with Me at Home! 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. 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 "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Hero Vibes Magnet Maker Take Home Kit All Day 5/11–5/15 Kids, Teens Downtown Library Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Registration will open on April 30, 2026 @ 6:00pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown) Age Group: Kids, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit Registration Required Event Description: Ready to level up your fridge game? 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.
		This event is in the "Kids" group Graphic Novel Book Bundles for KIDS! All Day 5/11–5/17 Kids Bethany Library Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Registration will close on May 4, 2026 @ 12:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Onsite (Bethany) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit Registration Required Event Description: May 2nd is Free Comic Book Day, and we're keeping the celebration going by offering graphic novel book bundles. This listing is for 5-12 year olds! There is a separate sign-up for teens and adults! 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.
						This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May Mindfulness Journal Take Home Kit 05/15/2026 @ 9:00am–05/23/2026 @ 5:00pm Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit Event Description: Celebrate the month of May with a Mindfulness Journal, created for teens and adults who want to try being more mindful this Spring and Summer.
9 am			This event is in the "Adults" group Flower Magnets Take-Home Kit 9:00am–9:00pm Adults The Village Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Registration will open on May 1, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: The Village Library Room: Onsite (The Village) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit Registration Required Event Description: Did April showers bring you enough May flowers? Assemble these cool flower magnets for your fridge or other metal surface, and use them to hold the sunny souvenirs of summer!