This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group May 13 2026 Wed Family Storytime 10:15am–10:45am Birth-Preschool Forest Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group May 13 2026 Wed Family Storytime 10:15am–10:45am Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play & Learn, Storytimes Event Details: Listen to silly stories, sing songs, dance to music, and make art! Join Miss Emily for Family Storytime every Wednesday morning at 10:15 AM. Designed for children ages 0–5, this storytime welcomes all ages to join in the fun. 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 "Birth-Preschool" group May 13 2026 Wed Toddler Stories, Songs and Movement 10:15am–10:45am Birth-Preschool Franklin Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group May 13 2026 Wed Toddler Stories, Songs and Movement 10:15am–10:45am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Join Miss Donna for this fun filled story time! Together we will enjoy stories, songs, and more, all selected to engage your active toddler. Ages 18 months to 3 years old. 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 May 13 2026 Wed ASAP Wednesdays: Culinary Kids 3:30pm–4:30pm Children, Teens North Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group May 13 2026 Wed ASAP Wednesdays: Culinary Kids 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: Aprons on, culinary kids! Join ASAP and learn to make a different delicious recipe each week. May 6, 13, 21, 27. 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 May 13 2026 Wed Teen Chef: Mug Cakes 4:00pm–5:00pm Teens Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group May 13 2026 Wed Teen Chef: Mug Cakes 4:00pm–5:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Curious about cooking? Sharpen your kitchen knowledge and learn how to make delicious dishes.On May 13, we will make microwaved mug cakes, and everyone gets to keep their own mug! 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 "Teens" group May 13 2026 Wed VolunTeen Work Time 4:00pm–5:00pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group May 13 2026 Wed VolunTeen Work Time 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 "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group May 13 2026 Wed Art Cart 4:00pm–7:30pm Birth-Preschool, Children North Side Children’s Area This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group May 13 2026 Wed Art Cart 4:00pm–7:30pm North Side Children’s Area Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Children’s Area Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Get creative at North Side! Drop-in on Wednesdays to enjoy our large cart of art supplies. 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 "All Ages" group May 13 2026 Wed Make n' Mend Meetup 5:00pm–7:00pm All Ages East Side Meeting Room This event is in the "All Ages" group May 13 2026 Wed Make n' Mend Meetup 5:00pm–7:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Drop in for a couple hours to work on your latest craft or mending project. A sewing machine will be available for use. Please bring your own supplies and projects with you.
This event is in the "Adults" group May 13 2026 Wed Books That Will Change Your Life: A Nonfiction Book Club: May Contain Lies 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults Central Library Meeting Room 3 This event is in the "Adults" group May 13 2026 Wed Books That Will Change Your Life: A Nonfiction Book Club: May Contain Lies 6:00pm–7:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: Broaden your perspective, find new strategies for handling life’s challenges, or deepen your understanding of a topic when you join us for a monthly conversation around a life-changing nonfiction book. 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 "Adults" group May 13 2026 Wed NFC's Journey to Homeownership (J2H) 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults South Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group May 13 2026 Wed NFC's Journey to Homeownership (J2H) 6:00pm–8:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Ready to own a home but not sure where to start?
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group May 14 2026 Thu Preschool Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Birth-Preschool South Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group May 14 2026 Thu Preschool Storytime 10:00am–10:30am South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers can join us Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. for a 30-minute storytime with stories, music, and fun activities!
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group May 14 2026 Thu Wiggles and Giggles 10:15am–10:45am Birth-Preschool Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group May 14 2026 Thu Wiggles and Giggles 10:15am–10:45am Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Play & Learn, Storytimes Event Details: Enjoy a fun storytime featuring movement, music, and rhyming! 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 May 14 2026 Thu Drop-In Tech Help 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults Central Library Success Center This event is in the "Adults" group May 14 2026 Thu Drop-In Tech Help 2:00pm–3:00pm Central Library Success Center Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Success Center Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology Event Details: Need help with a phone, laptop, or tablet, or another electronic device? Come by the Central Library at 2PM on Thursdays and our staff will work with you to figure things out. This is a drop-in, first-come first-served service. 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 "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group May 14 2026 Thu ASAP Days: Jewelry Making 4:00pm–5:00pm Children, Teens South Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group May 14 2026 Thu ASAP Days: Jewelry Making 4:00pm–5:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Educational Event Details: Bring your fashionable ideas to our jewelry making class and use wire, beads, and other materials to make wearable art to take home. Snack provided for all participants. May 7, 14, 21, 28.
This event is in the "Children" group May 14 2026 Thu Kids Pokémon Card Swap 4:00pm–5:00pm Children Franklin Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Children" group May 14 2026 Thu Kids Pokémon Card Swap 4:00pm–5:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Are you looking for a place to trade your Pokémon cards? Bring your friends and come to this monthly program with any cards you want to trade. This event is open to children ages 6-18. 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 May 14 2026 Thu Cricut Training 5:00pm–6:00pm Teens, Adults Central Library Tech Central Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 14 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 "All Ages" group May 14 2026 Thu DART New Routes Open House 5:00pm–7:00pm All Ages South Side Meeting Room This event is in the "All Ages" group May 14 2026 Thu DART New Routes Open House 5:00pm–7:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Event Details: The countdown is on – DART will change all bus routes in June to provide service that runs more often all week long! Join us for an open house style event and chat with DART staff about the new routes or receive suppo 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 "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group May 14 2026 Thu Book Club Pizza Party : The Lost Library 6:00pm–7:00pm Children, Teens Forest Avenue Meeting Room Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group May 14 2026 Thu Book Club Pizza Party : The Lost Library 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 May 14 2026 Thu Calm Kit Creation Night 6:00pm–7:00pm Teens East Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Teens" group May 14 2026 Thu Calm Kit Creation Night 6:00pm–7:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Teens are invited to build their own calming kits filled with fidgets, tools and activities designed to help reduce stress and promote focus and relaxation. 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 May 14 2026 Thu Reading on the Margins Book Discussion 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Franklin Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group May 14 2026 Thu Reading on the Margins Book Discussion 6:30pm–7:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: Join us once a month to discuss books by underrepresented authors. Our goal is to amplify these voices and experiences while discussing social issues in the context of fiction and non-fiction books. 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 This event is in the "All Ages" group May 14 2026 Thu AViD Presents: Shannon Chakraborty 7:00pm–9:00pm Adults, All Ages Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All Ages" group May 14 2026 Thu AViD Presents: Shannon Chakraborty 7:00pm–9:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Age Group: Adults, All Ages Program Type: Author Visits Event Details: Shannon Chakraborty is the critically acclaimed, New York Times bestselling author of The Daevabad Trilogy and The Adventures of Amina al-Sirafi.
This event is in the "Adults" group May 15 2026 Fri Career Connection Center: Job Support and Digital Skills 10:00am–3:00pm Adults Central Library Conference Room 1 This event is in the "Adults" group May 15 2026 Fri Career Connection Center: Job Support and Digital Skills 10:00am–3:00pm Central Library Conference Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Conference Room 1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology Event Details: Are you searching for a new job, having trouble navigating a website, or looking to learn a new digital skill? Goodwill is at the library to 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 "All Ages" group May 15 2026 Fri Board Game Open Play 12:00pm–5:00pm All Ages Forest Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "All Ages" group May 15 2026 Fri Board Game Open Play 12:00pm–5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Join us for a drop-in event for all ages. Come in, get cozy, and choose from a variety of games or puzzles to play with friends! 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group May 15 2026 Fri The Outreach Project 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 This event is in the "Adults" group May 15 2026 Fri The Outreach Project 1:00pm–2:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Connect with area organizations for resources. Community advocates will provide information about community resources like meal sites and shelters.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group May 16 2026 Sat Little Explorers with Park-N-Play 10:00am–11:00am Birth-Preschool Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group May 16 2026 Sat Little Explorers with Park-N-Play 10:00am–11:00am Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Little Explorers has a new twist! 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.
