Event List

Age Group
Age Group
Program Type
Library Branch
Registration Type

Primary tabs

This event is in the "Teen" group

Crocheting for Beginners

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
UM-Meeting Room at Union Mills Branch
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Teen

Have you always wanted to learn how to crochet or need a refresher on the basics? Join us for this three-week series where you'll learn how to get started. 

Library Branch: Union Mills Branch
Room: UM-Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Have you always wanted to learn how to crochet or need a refresher on the basics? Join us for this three-week series where you'll learn how to get started. 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Pen Turning on the Lathe

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult

Discover the basics of woodworking as you learn the parts of the lathe, watch a drilling demonstration, and review safe operation techniques. Then, create your own custom pen to take home. 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover the basics of woodworking as you learn the parts of the lathe, watch a drilling demonstration, and review safe operation techniques. Then, create your own custom pen to take home. 

Disclaimer(s)

Exchange Safety

During this class, you will work with machinery and a variety of tools. Closed toe shoes are required. Avoid wearing baggy clothing or dangling jewelry, and tie back long hair.
 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Activity Center for Older Adults Tech Help Table

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Library in the Community
Program Description:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult

Do you need help setting up a new device or have any questions about your electronics? Come in and speak with one of our Digital Navigators to better understand your technology and how it can work for you! 

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Library in the Community
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Technology
Event Details:

Do you need help setting up a new device or have any questions about your electronics? Come in and speak with one of our Digital Navigators to better understand your technology and how it can work for you! 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Readers Corner

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
CS-Meeting Room at Coolspring Branch
Program Description:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult

Please join us for a lively discussion of this month's selection. Newcomers are always welcome!

Library Branch: Coolspring Branch
Room: CS-Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Please join us for a lively discussion of this month's selection. Newcomers are always welcome!

This event is in the "Adult" group

Virtual Author Talk with Liz Moore

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online
Program Description:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult

We are thrilled to welcome Liz Moore to discuss her latest work,

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Book Discussion
Event Details:

We are thrilled to welcome Liz Moore to discuss her latest work,

This event is in the "Teen" group

Pi-Powered Badge-Off Workshop

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Teen

Calling all problem solvers! Enter the Pi-Powered Badge-Off to create a wearable device that tackles a real-world challenge or meaningfully improves someone’s quality of life.

Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Age Group: Teen
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Calling all problem solvers! Enter the Pi-Powered Badge-Off to create a wearable device that tackles a real-world challenge or meaningfully improves someone’s quality of life.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Sourdough Starter from Scratch

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
MN-Meeting Room B at Main Library
Program Description:
Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Adult

Join us in making your very own sourdough starter! We will explore the process of making the starter from scratch and share tips for nurturing it over time.

Please bring a jar with a lid to this program.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Health and Wellness
Event Details:

Join us in making your very own sourdough starter! We will explore the process of making the starter from scratch and share tips for nurturing it over time.

Please bring a jar with a lid to this program.

This event is in the "0-5" group

Stories & More Ages 3-5

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
MN-Multipurpose Room at Main Library
Program Description:
Storytime
Age Group:
0-5

Read, sing, and move your way to kindergarten! 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: 0-5
Program Description: Storytime
Event Details:

Read, sing, and move your way to kindergarten! 

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Air Dry Clay Creations

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
HA-Meeting Room at Hanna Branch
Program Description:
Art
Age Group:
Everyone

Air dry clay is a versatile, beginner-friendly medium that offers a fun and therapeutic creative experience—no baking required.

Library Branch: Hanna Branch
Room: HA-Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Art
Event Details:

Air dry clay is a versatile, beginner-friendly medium that offers a fun and therapeutic creative experience—no baking required.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Book Tasting and Bookmarks

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Kingsford Heights Branch
Program Description:
Art, Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult

Expand your reading palate by sampling different books and authors! A variety of titles from across genres will be on display—ones you might not have searched for or picked up on your own.

Library Branch: Kingsford Heights Branch
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Art, Book Discussion
Event Details:

Expand your reading palate by sampling different books and authors! A variety of titles from across genres will be on display—ones you might not have searched for or picked up on your own.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Bookies

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
RP-Meeting Room at Rolling Prairie Branch
Program Description:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult

Please join us for a lively discussion of this month's selection. Newcomers are always welcome!

Library Branch: Rolling Prairie Branch
Room: RP-Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Please join us for a lively discussion of this month's selection. Newcomers are always welcome!

This event is in the "Adult" group

Sew a Key Fob

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult

Use the sewing machine to create a custom key fob! We'll review the basics of the machine and learn about fusible interfacing, as well as how to sew with accessories like swivel clasps. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Use the sewing machine to create a custom key fob! We'll review the basics of the machine and learn about fusible interfacing, as well as how to sew with accessories like swivel clasps. 

Disclaimer(s)

Exchange Safety

During this class, you will work with machinery and a variety of tools. Closed toe shoes are required. Avoid wearing baggy clothing or dangling jewelry, and tie back long hair.
 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Cover to Cover

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
UM-Meeting Room at Union Mills Branch
Program Description:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult

Please join us for a lively discussion of this month's selection. Newcomers are always welcome!

Library Branch: Union Mills Branch
Room: UM-Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Please join us for a lively discussion of this month's selection. Newcomers are always welcome!

This event is in the "Teen" group

Tween Book Club (Ages 10-13)

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
MN-Multipurpose Room at Main Library
Program Description:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Teen

Get ready for a reading adventure at the Tween Book Club, where books come to life!

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Description: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Get ready for a reading adventure at the Tween Book Club, where books come to life!

This event is in the "Adult" group

Talk & Stitch

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult

Interested in knitting, crochet, hand-sewing, or other needlework projects? Whether you're just learning or have decades of experience, join fellow fiber craft enthusiasts for an evening of stitching!

Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Interested in knitting, crochet, hand-sewing, or other needlework projects? Whether you're just learning or have decades of experience, join fellow fiber craft enthusiasts for an evening of stitching!

This event is in the "Family" group

Family Storytime

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
UM-Meeting Room at Union Mills Branch
Program Description:
Storytime
Age Group:
Family

This family-friendly storytime focuses on stories, songs, and more! Structured around the Every Child Ready to Read Curriculum™, storytime is a great way to have fun, while working on reading, social, and motor skills.

Library Branch: Union Mills Branch
Room: UM-Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Storytime
Event Details:

This family-friendly storytime focuses on stories, songs, and more! Structured around the Every Child Ready to Read Curriculum™, storytime is a great way to have fun, while working on reading, social, and motor skills.

This event is in the "6-11" group

Creative Kids - Lunar New Year

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
MN-Multipurpose Room at Main Library
Program Description:
STEAM
Age Group:
6-11

Let your creative sparks fly! Creative Kids takes place the first Wednesday of each month and is an opportunity to cultivate your inner creativity while you learn a new craft or skill!

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: 6-11
Program Description: STEAM
Event Details:

Let your creative sparks fly! Creative Kids takes place the first Wednesday of each month and is an opportunity to cultivate your inner creativity while you learn a new craft or skill!

This event is in the "6-11" group

Olympic Pretzels

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
FL-Meeting Room at Fish Lake Branch
Program Description:
Presentation
Age Group:
6-11

Roll up your sleeves as we make soft pretzels from scratch using the Charlie Cart. Before baking, we'll shape our dough into Olympic rings to celebrate the spirit of the games. 

Library Branch: Fish Lake Branch
Room: FL-Meeting Room
Age Group: 6-11
Program Description: Presentation
Event Details:

Roll up your sleeves as we make soft pretzels from scratch using the Charlie Cart. Before baking, we'll shape our dough into Olympic rings to celebrate the spirit of the games. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

This event is in the "Adult" group

All Things True Crime Book Club

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
MN-Meeting Room A at Main Library
Program Description:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult

If you're fascinated by the darker side of reality—whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast, a die-hard fan of Investigation Discovery, or someone who recently found their way into the genre through podcasts—All Things True Crime is the boo

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Book Discussion
Event Details:

If you're fascinated by the darker side of reality—whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast, a die-hard fan of Investigation Discovery, or someone who recently found their way into the genre through podcasts—All Things True Crime is the boo

This event is in the "Adult" group

Cricut Craft: Valentine's Cards

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult

The Cricut is a helpful tool for customized designs, decorations, and gifts—even Valentine's Day cards!

Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

The Cricut is a helpful tool for customized designs, decorations, and gifts—even Valentine's Day cards!

This event is in the "Adult" group

Virtual Author Talk with Vanessa Riley

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online
Program Description:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult

Join us for an unforgettable experience as we chat online with Vanessa Riley about her newest book, Fire Sword and Sea, based on the folk story of the female pirate Jacquotte Delahaye.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Join us for an unforgettable experience as we chat online with Vanessa Riley about her newest book, Fire Sword and Sea, based on the folk story of the female pirate Jacquotte Delahaye.

This event is in the "0-5" group

Stories & More Ages 3-5

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
MN-Multipurpose Room at Main Library
Program Description:
Storytime
Age Group:
0-5

Read, sing, and move your way to kindergarten! 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: 0-5
Program Description: Storytime
Event Details:

Read, sing, and move your way to kindergarten! 

This event is in the "Teen" group

Cosplay 101: 3D Printing

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Teen

Love cosplay and costumes but not sure where to start? Come to Cosplay 101, where we'll cover the basics to help you bring your character to life!

Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Teen
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Love cosplay and costumes but not sure where to start? Come to Cosplay 101, where we'll cover the basics to help you bring your character to life!

This event is in the "Adult" group

Olympic Trivia

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Kingsford Heights Branch
Program Description:
Games and Play
Age Group:
Adult

Think you know the Olympics? From legendary moments and historic first to surprising facts about sports, ceremonies, and global traditions, put your knowledge to the test in this ultimate Olympic trivia challenge.

Library Branch: Kingsford Heights Branch
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Games and Play
Event Details:

Think you know the Olympics? From legendary moments and historic first to surprising facts about sports, ceremonies, and global traditions, put your knowledge to the test in this ultimate Olympic trivia challenge.