This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Art 101 - Charcoal Portrait Drawing Monday, February 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 3 at Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Teens, Adults This class will focus on how to analyze the head and face to render an accurate charcoal drawing. It will teach how to perceive anatomy and proportions, as well as light and shadow, and translate those observations onto paper. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 9 2026 Mon Art 101 - Charcoal Portrait Drawing 6:00pm–7:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 3 Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: This class will focus on how to analyze the head and face to render an accurate charcoal drawing. It will teach how to perceive anatomy and proportions, as well as light and shadow, and translate those observations onto paper. Disclaimer(s) Central Parking Free library parking is available in Central's underground parking garage for two hours per visit. Parking around the library is metered at various costs from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday-Saturday.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Chess Club Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Educational, Gaming Age Group: Children, Teens Join the fun at Chess Club! Chess is one of the world's most popular games and is played by millions of people worldwide. This is a drop-in program where resources will be available to learn to play or come to test your skills with other players. View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 10 2026 Tue Chess Club 4:00pm–5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Educational, Gaming Event Details: Join the fun at Chess Club! Chess is one of the world's most popular games and is played by millions of people worldwide. This is a drop-in program where resources will be available to learn to play or come to test your skills with other players. 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. Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Noche de Juegos | Game Night Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Educational, Gaming Age Group: Children, Teens Join us at Forest Avenue Library for Noche de Juegos—a fun-filled game night for bilingual kids and language learners! View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 10 2026 Tue Noche de Juegos | Game Night 6:00pm–7:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Educational, Gaming Event Details: Join us at Forest Avenue Library for Noche de Juegos—a fun-filled game night for bilingual kids and language learners! Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group ASAP Wednesdays: Let's Make Music Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Age Group: Children, Teens Let's explore rhythm and music through a variety of instruments, including keyboards and our own voices!February 4, 11, 18, 25. Snack provided for all participants. View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 11 2026 Wed ASAP Wednesdays: Let's Make Music 3:30pm–4:30pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Event Details: Let's explore rhythm and music through a variety of instruments, including keyboards and our own voices!February 4, 11, 18, 25. Snack provided for all participants. Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Teens" group VolunTeen Drop-In Hour Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Teens Earn volunteer hours by assisting with library programs and projects! Teens ages 12 to 18 can drop in any open Wednesday and volunteer for one hour. View Details This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 11 2026 Wed VolunTeen Drop-In Hour 4:00pm–5:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Educational Event Details: Earn volunteer hours by assisting with library programs and projects! Teens ages 12 to 18 can drop in any open Wednesday and volunteer for one hour.
This event is in the "Teens" group VolunTeen Work Time CANCELLED Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Central Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Teens If you're between the ages of 12-18 and looking for a fun and rewarding volunteer opportunity, give the library a try! We would love to have your help! Cancelled View Details This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 11 2026 Wed Cancelled VolunTeen Work Time CANCELLED 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Central Library Age Group: Teens Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: If you're between the ages of 12-18 and looking for a fun and rewarding volunteer opportunity, give the library a try! We would love to have your help! Disclaimer(s) Central Parking Free library parking is available in Central's underground parking garage for two hours per visit. Parking around the library is metered at various costs from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday-Saturday.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group ASAP Thursdays: Sticker Factory Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children, Teens Learn how to design, build, and collect your own artistic, adorable, and/or awesome stickers. We'll even make puffy stickers and a mini-sticker album to keep our creations safe! Supplies and snacks provided. View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 12 2026 Thu ASAP Thursdays: Sticker Factory 4:00pm–5:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Learn how to design, build, and collect your own artistic, adorable, and/or awesome stickers. We'll even make puffy stickers and a mini-sticker album to keep our creations safe! Supplies and snacks provided. Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Cricut Training Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Central Library Tech Central at Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology Age Group: Teens, Adults Learn how to use the Cricut Maker and Cricut Venture at Tech Central! What is a Cricut? Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 12 2026 Thu Cricut Training 5:00pm–6:00pm Central Library Tech Central Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Tech Central Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology Registration Required Event Details: Learn how to use the Cricut Maker and Cricut Venture at Tech Central! What is a Cricut? Disclaimer(s) Central Parking Free library parking is available in Central's underground parking garage for two hours per visit. Parking around the library is metered at various costs from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday-Saturday.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Book Club Pizza Party : Max in the House of Spies Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Children, Teens Join us at Forest for a book club and pizza party just for tweens! Each month features a new book exploring different genres, formats, and topics. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 12 2026 Thu Book Club Pizza Party : Max in the House of Spies 6:00pm–7:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Event Details: Join us at Forest for a book club and pizza party just for tweens! Each month features a new book exploring different genres, formats, and topics. 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. Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old. 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 "Teens" group Teen Palentine's Day Celebration Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 at Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Teens Grab a friend and join us for a romance-free celebration of love. View Details This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 12 2026 Thu Teen Palentine's Day Celebration 6:00pm–7:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Grab a friend and join us for a romance-free celebration of love.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Drop-in Heart Art Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 4:30pm North Side Children’s Area at North Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens Drop into North Side to make heart art! Make a valentine for someone special or even yourself! View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 14 2026 Sat Drop-in Heart Art 10:00am–4:30pm North Side Children’s Area Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Children’s Area Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Drop into North Side to make heart art! Make a valentine for someone special or even yourself! Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Drop-In STEM Challenge : Build a Marble Run Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Educational, Play & Learn Age Group: Children, Teens Join us at Forest for a Marble Run STEM Challenge! The objective of this challenge is for children to design and build a structurally sound marble run from LEGOs and paper towel tubes. View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 17 2026 Tue Drop-In STEM Challenge : Build a Marble Run 2:00pm–5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Educational, Play & Learn Event Details: Join us at Forest for a Marble Run STEM Challenge! The objective of this challenge is for children to design and build a structurally sound marble run from LEGOs and paper towel tubes. 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. Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group ASAP Wednesdays: Let's Make Music Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Age Group: Children, Teens Let's explore rhythm and music through a variety of instruments, including keyboards and our own voices!February 4, 11, 18, 25. Snack provided for all participants. View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 18 2026 Wed ASAP Wednesdays: Let's Make Music 3:30pm–4:30pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Event Details: Let's explore rhythm and music through a variety of instruments, including keyboards and our own voices!February 4, 11, 18, 25. Snack provided for all participants. Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Nintendo Switch Party! Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Gaming Age Group: Children, Teens Join us for a Nintendo Switch Party! We will have games like Mario Kart 8 & Super Mario Bros. Ultimate. Feel free to bring your own Switch or share the library’s controllers. View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Nintendo Switch Party! 4:00pm–5:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Join us for a Nintendo Switch Party! We will have games like Mario Kart 8 & Super Mario Bros. Ultimate. Feel free to bring your own Switch or share the library’s controllers. Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Teens" group VolunTeen Drop-In Hour Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Teens Earn volunteer hours by assisting with library programs and projects! Teens ages 12 to 18 can drop in any open Wednesday and volunteer for one hour. View Details This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 18 2026 Wed VolunTeen Drop-In Hour 4:00pm–5:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Educational Event Details: Earn volunteer hours by assisting with library programs and projects! Teens ages 12 to 18 can drop in any open Wednesday and volunteer for one hour.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group ASAP Thursdays: Sticker Factory Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children, Teens Learn how to design, build, and collect your own artistic, adorable, and/or awesome stickers. We'll even make puffy stickers and a mini-sticker album to keep our creations safe! Supplies and snacks provided. View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 19 2026 Thu ASAP Thursdays: Sticker Factory 4:00pm–5:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Learn how to design, build, and collect your own artistic, adorable, and/or awesome stickers. We'll even make puffy stickers and a mini-sticker album to keep our creations safe! Supplies and snacks provided. Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Pokémon Party Friday, February 20, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children, Teens Celebrate all things Pokémon at North Side! We will have Pokémon crafts and games for the whole family. Make a paper plate Pokéball, a Pikachu headband, and more! View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 20 2026 Fri Pokémon Party 10:30am–11:30am North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Celebrate all things Pokémon at North Side! We will have Pokémon crafts and games for the whole family. Make a paper plate Pokéball, a Pikachu headband, and more! Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Freedom in Freeform Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Central Library Study Room 1 at Central Library Program Type: Performances Age Group: Teens, Adults Calling all poets to Freedom in Freeform. View Details This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 21 2026 Sat Freedom in Freeform 1:00pm–2:00pm Central Library Study Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Study Room 1 Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Performances Event Details: Calling all poets to Freedom in Freeform. Disclaimer(s) Accessibility 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. Central Parking Free library parking is available in Central's underground parking garage for two hours per visit. Parking around the library is metered at various costs from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday-Saturday.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Tech Central Open House Monday, February 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Central Library Tech Central at Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Educational, Play & Learn Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, All Ages Check out what's new in Central Library's maker lab, Tech Central. From 3D printers to laser cutters, VHS digitizing to t-shirt making, sewing to button making and more! Various crafts and demonstrations available. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Feb 23 2026 Mon Tech Central Open House 6:00pm–7:30pm Central Library Tech Central Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Tech Central Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Educational, Play & Learn Registration Required Event Details: Check out what's new in Central Library's maker lab, Tech Central. From 3D printers to laser cutters, VHS digitizing to t-shirt making, sewing to button making and more! Various crafts and demonstrations available. Disclaimer(s) Accessibility 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. Central Parking Free library parking is available in Central's underground parking garage for two hours per visit. Parking around the library is metered at various costs from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday-Saturday.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Family Book Cafe Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Book Clubs, Gaming, Health & Wellness Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens Hang out, connect with others, and discover a new read at North Side's book cafe! We will have cozy beverages, yummy baked goods, games, and book recommendations for the whole family to explore! View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 24 2026 Tue Family Book Cafe 3:30pm–5:00pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens Program Type: Book Clubs, Gaming, Health & Wellness Event Details: Hang out, connect with others, and discover a new read at North Side's book cafe! We will have cozy beverages, yummy baked goods, games, and book recommendations for the whole family to explore! Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old. 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 "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Chess Club Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Educational, Gaming Age Group: Children, Teens Join the fun at Chess Club! Chess is one of the world's most popular games and is played by millions of people worldwide. This is a drop-in program where resources will be available to learn to play or come to test your skills with other players. View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 24 2026 Tue Chess Club 4:00pm–5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Educational, Gaming Event Details: Join the fun at Chess Club! Chess is one of the world's most popular games and is played by millions of people worldwide. This is a drop-in program where resources will be available to learn to play or come to test your skills with other players. 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. Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group K-pop Meet-up Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 2 at Central Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Teens, Adults Do you like all things K-pop? Come to the Central Library every month and bring your photocards to trade, invite your friends or meet and hang out with other fans! Enjoy snacks, other activities, and listening to music. View Details This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 24 2026 Tue K-pop Meet-up 5:00pm–6:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 2 Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Do you like all things K-pop? Come to the Central Library every month and bring your photocards to trade, invite your friends or meet and hang out with other fans! Enjoy snacks, other activities, and listening to music. Disclaimer(s) Central Parking Free library parking is available in Central's underground parking garage for two hours per visit. Parking around the library is metered at various costs from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday-Saturday.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group ASAP Wednesdays: Let's Make Music Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Age Group: Children, Teens Let's explore rhythm and music through a variety of instruments, including keyboards and our own voices!February 4, 11, 18, 25. Snack provided for all participants. View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 25 2026 Wed ASAP Wednesdays: Let's Make Music 3:30pm–4:30pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Event Details: Let's explore rhythm and music through a variety of instruments, including keyboards and our own voices!February 4, 11, 18, 25. Snack provided for all participants. Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Teens" group The Art of Expression: Stained Glass Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Age Group: Teens The Art of Expression is a monthly program for teens to learn and create different types of art in a relaxed atmosphere. On February 25, create a gorgeous work of art using everyday materials that mimic stained glass. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 25 2026 Wed The Art of Expression: Stained Glass 4:00pm–5:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Registration Required Event Details: The Art of Expression is a monthly program for teens to learn and create different types of art in a relaxed atmosphere. On February 25, create a gorgeous work of art using everyday materials that mimic stained glass.
