This event is in the "Children" group Zootopia Scavenger Hunt All Day 12/1 - 12/7 Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Educational, Gaming Age Group: Children Visit the library and find all of the pictures hiding in the Children's Area. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Dec 1 - 7 2025 Zootopia Scavenger Hunt All Day 12/1–12/7 Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Educational, Gaming Event Details: Visit the library and find all of the pictures hiding in the Children's Area.
This event is in the "Adults" group Russian Conversation Club Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Central Library Study Room 1 at Central Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults This conversation club is both for native speakers and those wanting to learn Russian. Topics of conversation are meant to be light. Get to know other members of your community, or assist those wanting to learn Russian. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 6 2025 Sat Russian Conversation Club 1:00pm–2:00pm Central Library Study Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Study Room 1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: This conversation club is both for native speakers and those wanting to learn Russian. Topics of conversation are meant to be light. Get to know other members of your community, or assist those wanting to learn Russian. 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 "Adults" group New Tax Law Deductions for Working Americans & Seniors Monday, December 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults Join Dan Arnell Belarmino, an IRS liaison, for an informative session about the One Big Beautiful Bill. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 8 2025 Mon New Tax Law Deductions for Working Americans & Seniors 2:00pm–3:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Join Dan Arnell Belarmino, an IRS liaison, for an informative session about the One Big Beautiful Bill. 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 "Adults" group New Tax Law Deductions for Working Americans and Seniors Monday, December 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Zoom Meeting Room at DMPL Systemwide Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults Join Dan Arnell Belarmino, an IRS liaison, as he shares about the One Big Beautiful Bill. View Details Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 8 2025 Mon New Tax Law Deductions for Working Americans and Seniors 2:00pm–3:00pm Zoom Meeting Room Library Branch: DMPL Systemwide Room: Zoom Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Join Dan Arnell Belarmino, an IRS liaison, as he shares about the One Big Beautiful Bill. 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 Stuffy Sleepover Monday, December 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 at Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Health & Wellness, Play & Learn Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Bring your stuffed friend to Central Library for a fun craft before leaving them overnight to get into some mischief! Pick up your buddy the next day and see photos of all their adventures. View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Dec 8 2025 Mon Stuffy Sleepover 4:00pm–4:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Health & Wellness, Play & Learn Event Details: Bring your stuffed friend to Central Library for a fun craft before leaving them overnight to get into some mischief! Pick up your buddy the next day and see photos of all their adventures. 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. 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 "Adults" group Glowforge Training Monday, December 8, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Central Library Tech Central at Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Educational Age Group: Adults Learn how to use the Glowforge Plus Laser Engraver at Tech Central! This program takes the place of the 1 on 1 Glowforge tutorial, so you will be fully qualified to book and use the Glowforge on your own after this program. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 8 2025 Mon Glowforge Training 5:00pm–6:00pm Central Library Tech Central Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Tech Central Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Educational Registration Required Event Details: Learn how to use the Glowforge Plus Laser Engraver at Tech Central! This program takes the place of the 1 on 1 Glowforge tutorial, so you will be fully qualified to book and use the Glowforge on your own after this program. 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 Tween & Teen Chef: No Bake Pumpkin Pie Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Age Group: Children, Teens Join our Tween and Teen Chef program to sharpen your kitchen knowledge and learn how to make delicious dishes. This session we will make no-bake mini pumpkin pies! Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Dec 9 2025 Tue Tween & Teen Chef: No Bake Pumpkin Pie 3:30pm–5:00pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Join our Tween and Teen Chef program to sharpen your kitchen knowledge and learn how to make delicious dishes. This session we will make no-bake mini pumpkin pies! 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 Chess Club Tuesday, December 9, 2025 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 Dec 9 2025 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, December 9, 2025 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 Dec 9 2025 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 "Birth-Preschool" group Baby Rhyme Time Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 at Central Library Program Type: Educational, Play & Learn, Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Join us weekly for rhymes, songs, bounces, stories, and a little playtime. For caregivers and babies ages 0 - 18 months. View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Dec 10 2025 Wed Baby Rhyme Time 9:30am–10:00am Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Educational, Play & Learn, Storytimes Event Details: Join us weekly for rhymes, songs, bounces, stories, and a little playtime. For caregivers and babies ages 0 - 18 months. 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 "Adults" group Job Seekers Help with the Evelyn K Davis Center Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults Staff from the Evelyn K Davis Center for Working Families are ready to provide one-on-one job search and resume assistance to job seekers. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 10 2025 Wed Job Seekers Help with the Evelyn K Davis Center 10:00am–12:00pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Staff from the Evelyn K Davis Center for Working Families are ready to provide one-on-one job search and resume assistance to job seekers.
This event is in the "Adults" group Women's English Language Practice Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults Join other women who are practicing their English in this casual conversation group. We will chat, share coffee, and learn together in this group moderated by a Forest Avenue Library staff member. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 10 2025 Wed Women's English Language Practice 2:00pm–3:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Join other women who are practicing their English in this casual conversation group. We will chat, share coffee, and learn together in this group moderated by a Forest Avenue Library staff member.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group ASAP Wednesdays: Theater Master Class Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Age Group: Children, Teens Join us for a fun, interactive program to learn or improve your auditioning, musical theater, and scene acting skills. Led by an ASAP teaching artist, this program is recommended for ages 9–17. View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Dec 10 2025 Wed ASAP Wednesdays: Theater Master Class 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: Join us for a fun, interactive program to learn or improve your auditioning, musical theater, and scene acting skills. Led by an ASAP teaching artist, this program is recommended for ages 9–17. 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: Mystery Box Wednesday, December 10, 2025 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 December 10, you'll create a unique art piece using secret items in a mystery box. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Dec 10 2025 Wed The Art of Expression: Mystery Box 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 December 10, you'll create a unique art piece using secret items in a mystery box.
This event is in the "Teens" group VolunTeen Drop-In Hour Wednesday, December 10, 2025 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 Dec 10 2025 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 "Adults" group Russian Conversation Club Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Central Library Study Room 1 at Central Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults This conversation club is both for native speakers and those wanting to learn Russian. Topics of conversation are meant to be light. Get to know other members of your community, or assist those wanting to learn Russian. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 13 2025 Sat Russian Conversation Club 1:00pm–2:00pm Central Library Study Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Study Room 1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: This conversation club is both for native speakers and those wanting to learn Russian. Topics of conversation are meant to be light. Get to know other members of your community, or assist those wanting to learn Russian. 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 This event is in the "Adults" group Sew Social Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults Join us at the Forest Avenue Library for Sew Social! View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 13 2025 Sat Sew Social 2:00pm–4:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Event Details: Join us at the Forest Avenue Library for Sew Social! 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. 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 Festive Lights Garland Take-and-Makes! All Day South Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Play & Learn, Take & Make Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Stop by South Side Library and pick up a Take-and-Make bag full of fun activities and crafts!While Supplies Last View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Dec 15 2025 Mon Festive Lights Garland Take-and-Makes! All Day Library Branch: South Side Library Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Play & Learn, Take & Make Event Details: Stop by South Side Library and pick up a Take-and-Make bag full of fun activities and crafts!While Supplies Last
This event is in the "Adults" group Korean Mythology Escape Room Monday, December 15, 2025 at 5:15pm - 6:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3 at Central Library Program Type: Educational, Gaming Age Group: Adults A new exhibit of Korean artifacts is being unveiled in less than an hour, but the centerpieces have gone missing! Finding them will mean coming face to face with ancient myths and outsmarting the creatures they depict. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 15 2025 Mon Korean Mythology Escape Room 5:15pm–6:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational, Gaming Registration Required Event Details: A new exhibit of Korean artifacts is being unveiled in less than an hour, but the centerpieces have gone missing! Finding them will mean coming face to face with ancient myths and outsmarting the creatures they depict.
This event is in the "Adults" group Korean Mythology Escape Room Monday, December 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3 at Central Library Program Type: Educational, Gaming Age Group: Adults A new exhibit of Korean artifacts is being unveiled in less than an hour, but the centerpieces have gone missing! Finding them will mean coming face to face with ancient myths and outsmarting the creatures they depict. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 15 2025 Mon Korean Mythology Escape Room 6:30pm–7:15pm Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational, Gaming Registration Required Event Details: A new exhibit of Korean artifacts is being unveiled in less than an hour, but the centerpieces have gone missing! Finding them will mean coming face to face with ancient myths and outsmarting the creatures they depict.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Drop-In STEM Challenge : Binary Code Ornaments Tuesday, December 16, 2025 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 the Forest Ave. Library for a drop-in STEM challenge. Supplies for making Binary Code Ornaments will be available for you to make and take home. View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Dec 16 2025 Tue Drop-In STEM Challenge : Binary Code Ornaments 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 the Forest Ave. Library for a drop-in STEM challenge. Supplies for making Binary Code Ornaments will be available for you to make and take home. 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 Red Rover! Red Rover! Cars on Mars! with Dan Hoy Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Educational Age Group: Children Exploration rovers have been studying Mars for nearly 30 years. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Dec 16 2025 Tue Red Rover! Red Rover! Cars on Mars! with Dan Hoy 4:00pm–4:45pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Educational Event Details: Exploration rovers have been studying Mars for nearly 30 years. 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 Reading Buddies with ARL TheraPets! Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 at Central Library Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness, Play & Learn Age Group: Children When you're learning to read, practicing out loud can be daunting! Visit Central Library to practice reading with an ARL TheraPet. Engaging with animals is a great way to boost confidence and reduce anxiety around learning to read. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Dec 16 2025 Tue Reading Buddies with ARL TheraPets! 4:00pm–5:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Age Group: Children Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness, Play & Learn Event Details: When you're learning to read, practicing out loud can be daunting! Visit Central Library to practice reading with an ARL TheraPet. Engaging with animals is a great way to boost confidence and reduce anxiety around learning to read. 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. 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 Baby Rhyme Time Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 at Central Library Program Type: Educational, Play & Learn, Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Join us weekly for rhymes, songs, bounces, stories, and a little playtime. For caregivers and babies ages 0 - 18 months. View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Baby Rhyme Time 9:30am–10:00am Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Educational, Play & Learn, Storytimes Event Details: Join us weekly for rhymes, songs, bounces, stories, and a little playtime. For caregivers and babies ages 0 - 18 months. 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.
