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ATLAS Multi-Library Geocache Event

All Day 6/5–8/5
All Ages
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Jun-Aug 5 2023

ATLAS Multi-Library Geocache Event

All Day 6/5–8/5
All Ages
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Non-Library Group, Special Event
Event Details:

Join us for the 11th Annual ATLAS Multi-Library Geocaching Event! All library patrons are invited to use clues and geographic coordinates to find hidden “geocaches” at numerous participating area libraries.

This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

TinkerCAD Challenge: Create a Derby Car

All Day 7/1–7/31
School-Age Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
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TinkerCAD Challenge: Create a Derby Car

All Day 7/1–7/31
School-Age Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: School-Age Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

4th Grade to Adults. Challenge yourself with 3D printing projects! Watch our Challenge video, log into TinkerCAD, and create your Challenge design.

8 am
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group

Let's Go Fishin'!

8:30am–9:30am
Kids, School-Age Kids
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group
Jul 20 2023 Thu

Let's Go Fishin'!

8:30am–9:30am
Kids, School-Age Kids
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Library Parking Lot
Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids
Program Type: , Summer Learning Challenge
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 6-12 with a caregiver (July 6, 13, 20) Meet Outside the Cafe In this 3-week class, kids will learn to cast, bait, and take fish off the hook.

9 am
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Birth - Pre-K" group
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group

Park Pals

9:30am–10:30am
Kids, Birth - Pre-K, School-Age Kids
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Birth - Pre-K" group
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group
Jul 18 2023 Tue

Park Pals

9:30am–10:30am
Kids, Birth - Pre-K, School-Age Kids
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Age Group: Kids, Birth - Pre-K, School-Age Kids
Program Type: Storytimes, Summer Learning Challenge,
Event Details:

All Ages. The library is coming to Freedom Park at 300 Charleston Drive! Join Ms. Liz at local parks for songs, stories, and other summer fun.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Birth - Pre-K" group
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group

Make Some Noise!

9:30am–10:00am
Kids, Birth - Pre-K, School-Age Kids
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Birth - Pre-K" group
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group
Jul 19 2023 Wed

Make Some Noise!

9:30am–10:00am
Kids, Birth - Pre-K, School-Age Kids
Closed
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Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Kids, Birth - Pre-K, School-Age Kids
Program Type: Storytimes, Summer Learning Challenge,
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 0–6  Outdoor Naturescape at the Library Grab your lawn chairs and blankets for our outdoor storytime. Dance around, listen to stories, sing songs, and hang out with us in our backyard.

10 am
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Mobile Blood Drive

10:00am–4:00pm
Teens, Adults
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jul 22 2023 Sat

Mobile Blood Drive

10:00am–4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Library Parking Lot
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: , Non-Library Group, Community Group, Special Event
Event Details:

There's a blood shortage—donate! Blood donations will be in the mobile Versiti bus parked in the Library's parking lot. All donors get a Culver's ice cream voucher! 

11 am
12 pm
1 pm
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Job Searching & Career Coaching

1:30pm–3:30pm
Teens, Adults
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jul 19 2023 Wed

Job Searching & Career Coaching

1:30pm–3:30pm
Teens, Adults
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Library Parking Lot
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: , Education & Skills, , Community Group
Event Details:

Mobile Workforce Center is back on the road and ready to help!

A Certified Professional Resume Writer and Certified Professional Career Coach, and will be available to assist you with any job search questions you may have.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group

Arty Party

1:00pm–1:30pm
Kids, School-Age Kids
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group
Jul 20 2023 Thu

Arty Party

1:00pm–1:30pm
Kids, School-Age Kids
Closed
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Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Storytimes, Summer Learning Challenge,
Registration Required
Event Details:

For ages 4-8 It's time to sing and dance to a song or two, make some colorful art, and enjoy sunny tales. Dress for mess. Registration is required

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Birth - Pre-K" group
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

Friday Flicks: Sing

1:00pm–3:00pm
Kids, Birth - Pre-K, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Birth - Pre-K" group
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
Jul 21 2023 Fri

Friday Flicks: Sing

1:00pm–3:00pm
Kids, Birth - Pre-K, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Closed
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Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Kids, Birth - Pre-K, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Program Type: , Movies, Summer Learning Challenge,
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 2 – 12 with a grownup Grab your blanket, pillow, and snacks and come sing-along with these family-friendly films! 

Sing <Universal Pictures> (PG) 108 mins.

2 pm
3 pm
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Navigate Your Devices with Teen Tech Tutors

3:30pm–4:00pm
Seniors
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Jul 17 2023 Mon

Navigate Your Devices with Teen Tech Tutors

3:30pm–4:00pm
Seniors
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Education & Skills, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn to better navigate your personal devices and apps with our Teen Tech Tutor Volunteers. You can register for a time slot in advance or drop in to receive one-on-one assistance. 

4 pm
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Navigate Your Devices with Teen Tech Tutors

4:00pm–4:30pm
Seniors
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Jul 17 2023 Mon

Navigate Your Devices with Teen Tech Tutors

4:00pm–4:30pm
Seniors
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Education & Skills, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn to better navigate your personal devices and apps with our Teen Tech Tutor Volunteers. You can register for a time slot in advance or drop in to receive one-on-one assistance. 

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group

Art Club

4:30pm–5:00pm
Kids, School-Age Kids
Closed
Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group
Jul 17 2023 Mon

Art Club

4:30pm–5:00pm
Kids, School-Age Kids
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Online
Room: Video (Pre-Recorded)
Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Summer Learning Challenge, , Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

1st-4th Grade DIY video posted at 4:30 pm Create some awesome art with a step-by-step video to help you creat

This event is in the "Seniors" group

Navigate Your Devices with Teen Tech Tutors

4:30pm–5:00pm
Seniors
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Jul 17 2023 Mon

Navigate Your Devices with Teen Tech Tutors

4:30pm–5:00pm
Seniors
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Education & Skills, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn to better navigate your personal devices and apps with our Teen Tech Tutor Volunteers. You can register for a time slot in advance or drop in to receive one-on-one assistance. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Capture the Flag with Water Balloon Launchers

4:00pm–5:15pm
Teens
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group
Jul 20 2023 Thu

Capture the Flag with Water Balloon Launchers

4:00pm–5:15pm
Teens
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Library Green
Age Group: Teens
Program Type:
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready to get wet!! We will be playing "Pirate's Battle" with water balloons! Two teams will challenge each other to capture the opposing team's flag hidden inside a self-made pirate ship. Your only weapon? Water balloons!

5 pm
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Sewing with Rachael

5:30pm–6:30pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Jul 17 2023 Mon

Sewing with Rachael

5:30pm–6:30pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Closed
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Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: , Crafts & Making, Education & Skills
Registration Required
Event Details:

Always wanted to learn how to sew? Join Rachael as she teaches a different project each month, helping you gain different skills when it comes to sewing with a machine or by hand. Registration required.

6 pm
This event is in the "Adults" group
Cancelled

Home Buyer's Seminar

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jul 18 2023 Tue

Cancelled

Home Buyer's Seminar

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education & Skills, Non-Library Group
Registration Required
Event Details:

Thinking about buying a home? Join us for this free educational homebuying seminar! Get tips and tricks on finding and purchasing the right house as well as how to insure and care for it from industry leaders.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Writers, We (Community Group)

6:00pm–7:45pm
Adults
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jul 19 2023 Wed

Writers, We (Community Group)

6:00pm–7:45pm
Adults
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Non-Library Group, Community Group
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join local writers to discuss and workshop your writing. The group welcomes those new to the art as well as those with experience.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Fiber Arts Club (Community Group)

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jul 20 2023 Thu

Fiber Arts Club (Community Group)

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Non-Library Group, Community Group
Event Details:

Join the fiber arts club to hang out with other knitters, crocheters, and fiber artists in a relaxed social gathering. Bring your projects & WIPs. All ability levels are welcome- beginner to advance!

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