Books & Audiobooks
Upcoming Kids & Tween Events
Crafts and Hobbies
Minis Making Craft Club
May 8th: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Tweens
Waitlisted
About the Program
Make mini keychains, toys and charms each week.
Literacy and Language Learning
Reading Buddies
May 10th: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Kids
Registration required
About the Program
Encourage a love of reading with this fun, interactive literacy program. Participants will pair up with a volunteer literacy tutor for guided reading sessions followed by language games and activities with the group.
Literacy and Language Learning
Reading Buddies
May 10th: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Encourage a love of reading with this fun, interactive literacy program. Participants will pair up with a volunteer literacy tutor for guided reading sessions followed by language games and activities with the group.
Special Events
Crafting for Mother's Day
May 10th: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Tweens
Waitlisted
About the Program
Celebrate Mother’s Day by creating a heartfelt craft for your mom or someone special who fills your life with love. Show your appreciation just in time for Sunday, May 11!
Music
Introduction to Piano Basics
May 12th: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Is your child curious about playing the piano? This beginner-friendly program is perfect for kids who have never played before and want to learn the basics! We’ll explore the piano keys, finger placement, scales, and how to play with both hands—plus, we’ll learn a simple song.
STEM
Number Ninjas
May 12th: 06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Have fun with math through this interactive educational program. Friendly volunteer tutors will work with children to explore mathematical concepts with fun activities and challenges.
Games
Drama Games
May 14th: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Participate in drama games and fun activities as you learn more about what it takes to be an actor.
Crafts and Hobbies
Beginner Cross Stitch
May 14th: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Tweens
Waitlisted
About the Program
Cross stitch is a form of decorative sewing; in this program, we'll learn the basics. All supplies will be provided.
Crafts and Hobbies
Minis Making Craft Club
May 15th: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Tweens
Waitlisted
About the Program
Make mini keychains, toys and charms each week.
Games
Drama Games
May 21st: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Participate in drama games and fun activities as you learn more about what it takes to be an actor.
Crafts and Hobbies
Beginner Cross Stitch
May 21st: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Tweens
Waitlisted
About the Program
Cross stitch is a form of decorative sewing; in this program, we'll learn the basics. All supplies will be provided.
Crafts and Hobbies
Origami Orb Sculptures
May 21st: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Tweens
Registration required
About the Program
Design and create your own origami orb sculpture to take home. No previous art experience or skills required, and all skill levels are welcome.
Crafts and Hobbies
Minis Making Craft Club
May 22nd: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Tweens
Waitlisted
About the Program
Make mini keychains, toys and charms each week.
Literacy and Language Learning
Reading Buddies
May 24th: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Kids
Registration required
About the Program
Encourage a love of reading with this fun, interactive literacy program. Participants will pair up with a volunteer literacy tutor for guided reading sessions followed by language games and activities with the group.
Literacy and Language Learning
Reading Buddies
May 24th: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Encourage a love of reading with this fun, interactive literacy program. Participants will pair up with a volunteer literacy tutor for guided reading sessions followed by language games and activities with the group.
Music
Introduction to Piano Basics
May 26th: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Is your child curious about playing the piano? This beginner-friendly program is perfect for kids who have never played before and want to learn the basics! We’ll explore the piano keys, finger placement, scales, and how to play with both hands—plus, we’ll learn a simple song.
STEM
Number Ninjas
May 26th: 06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Have fun with math through this interactive educational program. Friendly volunteer tutors will work with children to explore mathematical concepts with fun activities and challenges.
Games
Drama Games
May 28th: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Participate in drama games and fun activities as you learn more about what it takes to be an actor.
Tech and Tools
Building with Cubelets
May 28th: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Kids
Registration required
About the Program
Discover the world of modular robotics with Cubelets! These innovative robot blocks snap together to create fun, interactive robots, making them perfect for hands-on STEM exploration.
Lifelong Learning
Library 101: We've Got Stuff You Like!
May 28th: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Tweens
Registration required
About the Program
Think the library is just about books? Think again! Join us for an exciting program that will uncover all the cool things the library has to offer—from hidden gems to awesome resources you might not know about. Discover how the library works and how it can work for you—because there's so much more here than you imagined.