Books & Audiobooks
Upcoming Programs for Adults
Tech and Tools
Media Literacy 101
May 11th: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Older Adults
Registration required
About the Program
Learn how to navigate the online world with confidence. This program will help adults and seniors build media‑literacy skills and better recognize misinformation, disinformation, and misleading content. Through guided activities and real‑world examples, we’ll explore how to think critically about what we see online and practice simple strategies for checking information before we believe or share it.
Writing
Open Mic Poetry Night
May 12th: 06:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Adults 19+
Waitlisted
About the Program
Join us in a welcoming, judgment-free space for another special evening of poetry and connection. Whether you’re a seasoned poet or sharing your work for the very first time, this is your chance to present original writing in a supportive atmosphere. Prefer to simply listen and soak in the words? That’s perfectly fine too, everyone is welcome.
Socials and Clubs
Creative Art Studio
May 12th: 06:30 PM - 08:30 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Older Adults
Waitlisted
About the Program
Enjoy this beginner‑friendly art program for adults who want to explore sketching, watercolour painting, and acrylic painting in a supportive, social setting. Each session offers guided time to experiment with basic techniques, materials, and colour, while leaving plenty of room for personal creativity.
Special Events
An Evening with Kim Echlin and Ray Robertson
May 12th: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Adults 19+
Registration required
About the Event
Join authors Kim Echlin and Ray Robertson for a conversation about truth, storytelling, and independent thinking in turbulent times. In Tell Others, Storytelling in a World of Turmoil, Echlin explores how stories help us resist silence and make meaning in a troubled world, while in The Right to Be Wrong, Robertson champions the importance of open dialogue and the freedom to disagree. Together, their books offer powerful reflections on how we speak, listen, and seek understanding today.
Socials and Clubs
Majestic Tiles (Mahjong) Club
May 13th: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Older Adults
Waitlisted
About the Program
Step into the world of strategy, skill, and tradition with the Majestic Tiles Club! Whether you're brand new to Mahjong or a seasoned player, this friendly group is the perfect place to learn, play, and connect.
Literacy and Language Learning
English Conversation Circle
May 13th: 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Adults 19+
Drop-in
About the Program
Practice your conversational English and meet new people with the YMCA Immigrant Services. This program is open to all English levels.
Crafts and Hobbies
Make a Lucky Charm
May 13th: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Adults 19+
Waitlisted
About the Program
Create a small token you can carry in your pocket—something meaningful, personal, and made with a little imagination. In this relaxed adult workshop, you’ll design a tiny charm that can serve as a reminder of joy, intention, friendship, or anything that feels important to you.
Socials and Clubs
Discover WPL's Seed Library
May 14th: 06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Older Adults
Registration required
About the Program
Curious about growing your own food? Discover how to get started at home with WPL’s Seed Library. Learn how it works, explore what’s available, and pick up practical tips on planting, seed care, and growing successfully. Open to all experience levels, this session offers guidance, inspiration, and plenty of time for questions and conversation with fellow gardeners, growers, and nature lovers.
Literacy and Language Learning
Conversemos en Español - Let's Chat in Spanish
May 14th: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Adults 19+
Waitlisted
About the Program
Under the direction of a Spanish teacher, practice conversational Spanish, meet other Spanish speakers and make new friends. A basic knowledge of Spanish is necessary in order to be able to participate.