This event is in the "Family" group Dec 29 2025 Mon Laser Cut Learning: Winter Designs 10:00am–12:00pm Family LPCPL Exchange This event is in the "Family" group Dec 29 2025 Mon Laser Cut Learning: Winter Designs 10:00am–12:00pm LPCPL Exchange Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange Room: EX-Classroom Age Group: Family Program Description: Maker Event Details: Learn more about the laser cutter/engraver this winter break! 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 "Family" group Dec 29 2025 Mon Choose Your Own Storytime 4:00pm–4:30pm Family Main Library This event is in the "Family" group Dec 29 2025 Mon Choose Your Own Storytime 4:00pm–4:30pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: MN-Multipurpose Room Age Group: Family Program Description: Storytime Did you know reading with your child develops vocabulary and comprehension, nurtures a love for reading, and motivates children to want to learn to read? Each week, children are invited to help choose the books we will read during storytime—encouraging active participation, building confidence, and cultivating excitement around reading. Families will also have time to read and explore books together. 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 "Everyone" group Dec 29 2025 Mon New Tech, New Year 5:00pm–7:00pm Everyone Main Library This event is in the "Everyone" group Dec 29 2025 Mon New Tech, New Year 5:00pm–7:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: MN-Meeting Room B Age Group: Everyone Program Description: Technology Event Details: Did you get a new device over the holidays and need help setting it up? Drop 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 "Teen" group Dec 30 2025 Tue Snow Globe Year in Books 3:00pm–4:00pm Teen Main Library This event is in the "Teen" group Dec 30 2025 Tue Snow Globe Year in Books 3:00pm–4:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: MN-Study Cafe Age Group: Teen Program Description: Art Event Details: Celebrate your 2025 reads and capture them forever in a snow globe! Make mini versions of your favorite books from the year to display and honor your reading journey.
This event is in the "Family" group Dec 31 2025 Wed Noon Year's Eve 11:30am–12:30pm Family Coolspring Branch This event is in the "Family" group Dec 31 2025 Wed Noon Year's Eve 11:30am–12:30pm Coolspring Branch Library Branch: Coolspring Branch Room: CS-Meeting Room Age Group: Family Program Description: Local Interests Event Details: Ring in the New Year a little early with a special Noon Year's Eve celebration for kids and families!
Dec 31 2025 Wed New Year's Eve 5:00pm–8:00pm All Branches Closing Dec 31 2025 Wed Closing New Year's Eve 5:00pm–8:00pm Branches: Book Bike, Coolspring Branch, Fish Lake Branch, Hanna Branch, Kingsford Heights Branch, LPCPL Exchange, Main Library, Mobile Library, Rolling Prairie Branch, Union Mills Branch, Library in the Community, Online
Jan 1 2026 Thu New Year's Day All Day All Branches Closing Jan 1 2026 Thu Closing New Year's Day All Day Branches: Book Bike, Coolspring Branch, Fish Lake Branch, Hanna Branch, Kingsford Heights Branch, LPCPL Exchange, Main Library, Mobile Library, Rolling Prairie Branch, Union Mills Branch, Library in the Community, Online
This event is in the "0-5" group Jan 2 2026 Fri Stories & More Ages 3-5 10:00am–10:30am 0-5 Main Library This event is in the "0-5" group Jan 2 2026 Fri Stories & More Ages 3-5 10:00am–10:30am Main Library 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 "6-11" group Jan 2 2026 Fri Fluffy Snow Slime 1:00pm–2:00pm 6-11 Fish Lake Branch This event is in the "6-11" group Jan 2 2026 Fri Fluffy Snow Slime 1:00pm–2:00pm Fish Lake Branch Library Branch: Fish Lake Branch Room: FL-Meeting Room Age Group: 6-11 Program Description: STEAM Event Details: Too cold outside to play in the snow? Come inside and make your own fluffy snow - slime style!
This event is in the "Family" group Jan 2 2026 Fri Sew Stuffed Animal Accessories 1:00pm–2:30pm Family LPCPL Exchange This event is in the "Family" group Jan 2 2026 Fri Sew Stuffed Animal Accessories 1:00pm–2:30pm LPCPL Exchange Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange Age Group: Family Program Description: Maker Event Details: Sew simple pajamas or fun accessories for your stuffed animal or doll! Learn basic sewing machine or hand sewing skills using felt and fabric. You'll practice threading needles, basic stitches, attaching snaps, and more. 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 "Teen" group Jan 2 2026 Fri Cosplay 101: Cricut of All Trades 3:30pm–5:30pm Teen LPCPL Exchange This event is in the "Teen" group Jan 2 2026 Fri Cosplay 101: Cricut of All Trades 3:30pm–5:30pm LPCPL Exchange 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 Jan 3 2026 Sat Jigsaw Puzzle Swap 9:00am–11:00am Adult Union Mills Branch This event is in the "Adult" group Jan 3 2026 Sat Jigsaw Puzzle Swap 9:00am–11:00am Union Mills Branch Library Branch: Union Mills Branch Room: UM-Meeting Room Age Group: Adult Program Description: Local Interests Event Details: Bring your jigsaw puzzles of any size to swap—everything from kids’ puzzles to 2000+ pieces!Please tape the box edges or seal puzzles in a plastic bag to prevent lost pieces.
This event is in the "Adult" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Bookies 10:00am–11:00am Adult Rolling Prairie Branch This event is in the "Adult" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Bookies 10:00am–11:00am Rolling Prairie Branch Library Branch: Rolling Prairie Branch Room: RP-Meeting Room Age Group: Adult Program Description: Book Discussion Event Details: Please join us for the Bookies Annual Book Preview, Review, and Trivia. We'll discuss what we’ll be reading in 2026, review our 2025 choices, and play a trivia team game based on past reads. Newcomers are always welcome.
This event is in the "Adult" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Cover to Cover 12:00pm–1:00pm Adult Union Mills Branch This event is in the "Adult" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Cover to Cover 12:00pm–1:00pm Union Mills Branch 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 "Adult" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Whimsical Windspinners 6:00pm–8:00pm Adult LPCPL Exchange This event is in the "Adult" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Whimsical Windspinners 6:00pm–8:00pm LPCPL Exchange Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange Room: EX-Classroom Age Group: Adult Program Description: Maker Event Details: Create a beautiful wooden wind spinner using a variety of tools in the Makerspace, including the bandsaw, drill press, and more. You'll learn how to sketch your design, take accurate measurements, and drill precise holes. 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 "Teen" group Jan 6 2026 Tue Tween Book Club (Ages 10-13) 4:30pm–5:30pm Teen Main Library This event is in the "Teen" group Jan 6 2026 Tue Tween Book Club (Ages 10-13) 4:30pm–5:30pm Main Library 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 Jan 6 2026 Tue Talk & Stitch 5:30pm–7:30pm Adult LPCPL Exchange This event is in the "Adult" group Jan 6 2026 Tue Talk & Stitch 5:30pm–7:30pm LPCPL Exchange 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 Jan 7 2026 Wed Family Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Family Union Mills Branch This event is in the "Family" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Family Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Union Mills Branch 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 Jan 7 2026 Wed Creative Kids - Frozen Science 4:00pm–5:00pm 6-11 Main Library This event is in the "6-11" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Creative Kids - Frozen Science 4:00pm–5:00pm Main Library 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 "Adult" group Jan 7 2026 Wed All Things True Crime Book Club 5:30pm–6:30pm Adult Main Library This event is in the "Adult" group Jan 7 2026 Wed All Things True Crime Book Club 5:30pm–6:30pm Main Library 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 "0-5" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Stories & More Ages 3-5 10:00am–10:30am 0-5 Main Library This event is in the "0-5" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Stories & More Ages 3-5 10:00am–10:30am Main Library 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 Jan 10 2026 Sat Crocheting for Beginners 10:00am–12:00pm Teen Union Mills Branch This event is in the "Teen" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Crocheting for Beginners 10:00am–12:00pm Union Mills Branch 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 "6-11" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Cozy Cooking Demonstration 12:00pm–2:00pm 6-11 Main Library This event is in the "6-11" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Cozy Cooking Demonstration 12:00pm–2:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: MN-Multipurpose Room Age Group: 6-11 Program Description: Health and Wellness Event Details: Warm up at the library with a cozy story and a hands-on cooking experience! Disclaimer(s) 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 "Family" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Family Storytime 11:00am–11:30am Family Coolspring Branch This event is in the "Family" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Family Storytime 11:00am–11:30am Coolspring Branch Library Branch: Coolspring Branch Room: CS-Meeting Room Age Group: Family Program Description: Storytime Event Details: This family-friendly storytime focuses on stories, songs, and more for all ages!