This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Drop-In Games Hour Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Gaming Age Group: Children, Teens Visit South Side Library for an hour of games! Play Nintendo Switch, try a giant board games, or settle in with a classic tabletop game! View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Drop-In Games Hour 4:00pm–5:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Visit South Side Library for an hour of games! Play Nintendo Switch, try a giant board games, or settle in with a classic tabletop game! 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 Noche de Juegos | Game Night Tuesday, April 14, 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 Apr 14 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: Art Trading Cards Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Age Group: Children, Teens Calling all collectors! Join ASAP for a fun trading card workshop, where participants will get to design, print, and create your very own trading cards to play and trade with friends. View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 15 2026 Wed ASAP Wednesdays: Art Trading Cards 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: Calling all collectors! Join ASAP for a fun trading card workshop, where participants will get to design, print, and create your very own trading cards to play and trade with friends. 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 Anime Watch Party: The Girl Who Leapt Through Time Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Movies Age Group: Teens Join us for an anime watch party! This month we are watching The Girl Who Leapt Through Time. View Details This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 15 2026 Wed Anime Watch Party: The Girl Who Leapt Through Time 3:30pm–5:30pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Movies Event Details: Join us for an anime watch party! This month we are watching The Girl Who Leapt Through Time. Disclaimer(s) Movie Rating Movie is not intended for children unless accompanied by an adult.
This event is in the "Teens" group The Art of Expression: Ransom Note Poetry Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Health & Wellness 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 April 15, we will use magazine cutouts to create poetry and celebrate National Poetry Month. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 15 2026 Wed The Art of Expression: Ransom Note Poetry 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, Health & Wellness 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 April 15, we will use magazine cutouts to create poetry and celebrate National Poetry Month.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group ASAP Days: Cardboard Creations Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Age Group: Children, Teens Get creative in this class and give plain old cardboard exciting new life! Each week will present a different challenge to transform something ordinary into something extraordinary. Snack provided for all participants. View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 16 2026 Thu ASAP Days: Cardboard Creations 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, Educational Event Details: Get creative in this class and give plain old cardboard exciting new life! Each week will present a different challenge to transform something ordinary into something extraordinary. 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 Drop-In STEM Challenge : Build a Bridge Tuesday, April 21, 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 Build a Bridge STEM Challenge! View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 21 2026 Tue Drop-In STEM Challenge : Build a Bridge 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 Build a Bridge STEM Challenge! 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, April 21, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 3 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 Apr 21 2026 Tue K-pop Meet-up 5:00pm–6:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 3 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: Art Trading Cards Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Age Group: Children, Teens Calling all collectors! Join ASAP for a fun trading card workshop, where participants will get to design, print, and create your very own trading cards to play and trade with friends. View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 22 2026 Wed ASAP Wednesdays: Art Trading Cards 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: Calling all collectors! Join ASAP for a fun trading card workshop, where participants will get to design, print, and create your very own trading cards to play and trade with friends. 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 Days: Cardboard Creations Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Age Group: Children, Teens Get creative in this class and give plain old cardboard exciting new life! Each week will present a different challenge to transform something ordinary into something extraordinary. Snack provided for all participants. View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 23 2026 Thu ASAP Days: Cardboard Creations 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, Educational Event Details: Get creative in this class and give plain old cardboard exciting new life! Each week will present a different challenge to transform something ordinary into something extraordinary. 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 Silent(ish) Book Club + Crafts Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Children, Teens Join our Silent(ish) Book Club! Bring your own or a library book, get cozy, and read for the first half. Stay and decorate a clay pot and plant grass for your own little yard to take home. View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 23 2026 Thu Silent(ish) Book Club + Crafts 6:00pm–7:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: Join our Silent(ish) Book Club! Bring your own or a library book, get cozy, and read for the first half. Stay and decorate a clay pot and plant grass for your own little yard to take home. 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.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Super Mario Party Friday, April 24, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens Let's-a-go! Celebrate all things Mario at North Side! We will play Mario Kart, eat snacks, play Mario-themed games, and enjoy crafts. View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 24 2026 Fri Super Mario Party 10:30am–11:30am North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming Event Details: Let's-a-go! Celebrate all things Mario at North Side! We will play Mario Kart, eat snacks, play Mario-themed games, and enjoy crafts. 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 "Birth-Preschool" group 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 Model Train Display with DesMoiNTrak Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 10:00am - 5:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 at Central Library Program Type: Educational, Exhibits, Take & Make Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens, Adults, All Ages All aboard! Trains are taking over the Central Library! Visit the library to see a huge model train display set up by the DesMoiNTrak modular railroad club. View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group 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 Apr 25 2026 Sat Model Train Display with DesMoiNTrak 10:00am–5:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens, Adults, All Ages Program Type: Educational, Exhibits, Take & Make Event Details: All aboard! Trains are taking over the Central Library! Visit the library to see a huge model train display set up by the DesMoiNTrak modular railroad club. 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. Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group 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 Model Train Display with DesMoiNTrak Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 at Central Library Program Type: Educational, Exhibits, Take & Make Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens, Adults, All Ages All aboard! Trains are taking over the Central Library! Visit the library to see a huge model train display set up by the DesMoiNTrak modular railroad club. View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group 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 Apr 26 2026 Sun Model Train Display with DesMoiNTrak 12:00pm–2:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens, Adults, All Ages Program Type: Educational, Exhibits, Take & Make Event Details: All aboard! Trains are taking over the Central Library! Visit the library to see a huge model train display set up by the DesMoiNTrak modular railroad club. 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. 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! Monday, April 27, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm 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 Apr 27 2026 Mon Nintendo Switch Party! 3:00pm–4:00pm 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 "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, April 27, 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 Apr 27 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 "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Chess Club Tuesday, April 28, 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 Apr 28 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 Tween Book Club Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Children, Teens Tweens and teens ages 10-14 can join us for a book club on the last Tuesday of the month. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 28 2026 Tue Tween Book Club 4:00pm–5:00pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Event Details: Tweens and teens ages 10-14 can join us for a book club on the last Tuesday of the month. 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: Art Trading Cards Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Age Group: Children, Teens Calling all collectors! Join ASAP for a fun trading card workshop, where participants will get to design, print, and create your very own trading cards to play and trade with friends. View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 29 2026 Wed ASAP Wednesdays: Art Trading Cards 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: Calling all collectors! Join ASAP for a fun trading card workshop, where participants will get to design, print, and create your very own trading cards to play and trade with friends. 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 Days: Cardboard Creations Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Age Group: Children, Teens Get creative in this class and give plain old cardboard exciting new life! Each week will present a different challenge to transform something ordinary into something extraordinary. Snack provided for all participants. View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 30 2026 Thu ASAP Days: Cardboard Creations 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, Educational Event Details: Get creative in this class and give plain old cardboard exciting new life! Each week will present a different challenge to transform something ordinary into something extraordinary. 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 This event is in the "Adults" group Sit n' Stitch Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Teens, Adults Spend a couple hours with other crafters and work on your knit, crochet, or needle craft projects. Please bring your own supplies and projects with you. This program happens the first Saturday of the month. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 2 2026 Sat Sit n' Stitch 1:30pm–3:30pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Spend a couple hours with other crafters and work on your knit, crochet, or needle craft projects. Please bring your own supplies and projects with you. This program happens the first Saturday of the month. 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Blooming with K-pop! Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 at Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Teens, Adults Kick-off Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage month at Blooming with K-pop! View Details This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 2 2026 Sat Blooming with K-pop! 2:00pm–4:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Kick-off Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage month at Blooming with K-pop! 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 "Teens" group Franklin VolunTeens Monday, May 4, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Educational, Library Meeting Age Group: Teens We are no longer accepting teen volunteer applications for the 2025-2026 school year. View Details This event is in the "Teens" group May 4 2026 Mon Franklin VolunTeens 4:00pm–5:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Educational, Library Meeting Event Details: We are no longer accepting teen volunteer applications for the 2025-2026 school year.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Game On! Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Gaming Age Group: Children, Teens It's game on after school at North Side! Hang out in the meeting room with snacks and a wide variety of games. Play Nintendo Switch on the big screen, or enjoy checkers, Connect 4, Exploding Kittens, and more! View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group May 5 2026 Tue Game On! 4:00pm–5:00pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Gaming Event Details: It's game on after school at North Side! Hang out in the meeting room with snacks and a wide variety of games. Play Nintendo Switch on the big screen, or enjoy checkers, Connect 4, Exploding Kittens, and more! Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
