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Lotus Lanterns (18 & Older)

6:30pm–8:30pm
Main Library
Adults
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Making a Lotus Lantern is a beautiful and meditative craft rooted in Korean tradition, especially during Buddha’s Birthday celebrations. 

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

Crafter's Corner

6:00pm–7:00pm
Mount Tabor
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Mount Tabor
Room: Program Area
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Adult, Arts & Crafts, Teen
Event Details:

Adults and teens are welcome to grab your latest knitting, crochet, or other textile project and join us for our casual Crafter's Corner!

3D Art Workshop

11:00am–12:30pm
Lake Hiawatha
Adults
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lake Hiawatha
Room: Lake Hiawatha Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

This workshop will introduce you to several simple (non-origami) folding methods to create a 3 dimensional radial symmetry collage.  Assorted patterned and solid papers will be provided as well as a choice of background papers.  All supp

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

St. Patrick's Day Wands (Ages 7 and Up)

7:00pm–7:45pm
Main Library
Children
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Children's Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children ages 7 and up can register for this special program to celebrate St. Patrick's Day.

We will be making special wands to celebrate the holiday.

Registration is required.

Collaborative Crochet Circle

6:30pm–8:30pm
Main Library
Adults
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Adult are welcome at this crochet program where they will assist with crochet questions, and even knitting questions, as they do invite knitters to the group.

Kids Knit and Crochet Club (Ages 9-12)

7:00pm–8:00pm
Main Library
Children
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Children's Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Children
Event Details:

Does your child enjoy knitting or crocheting, or want to learn how? Join our new Yarn Club for Kids! It’s a great opportunity for kids in grades 4–6 to explore a new artistic skill, get creative, and make new friends.

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

Welcome Spring Coloring! (All Ages)

10:00am–10:45am
Main Library
Children
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Children's Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Children
Event Details:

All ages are invited to celebrate the first day of Spring with Spring coloring!

Spring Bunny Hop STEM Craft

11:00am–11:45am
Lake Hiawatha
Children, Family
Library Branch: Lake Hiawatha
Room: Lake Hiawatha Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Children
Event Details:

Celebrate the arrival of Spring with a hopping good STEM craft!

This activity is best for children 5-10 years old. Younger children are welcome with the assistance of a caregiver. 

No registration required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

Paper Shapers Club with Deanna Kwan

1:00pm–3:00pm
Main Library
Adults
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Paper Shapers with Deanna Kwan
 

Come learn origami – the art of paperfolding. Origami is a fun, creative, surprising, and challenging craft. Join the fold and experience the magic of turning paper into an amazing work of art.

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

It's Opening Day for Baseball! (All Ages)

7:00pm–7:45pm
Main Library
Children
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Children's Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Children
Event Details:

MLB Opening Day is on Thursday, March 26, 2026!

Let's celebrate baseball being back with specials crafts and baseball cards.

Exploration Stations for Ages 18 Months - 5

10:30am–11:30am
Lake Hiawatha
Children, Family
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lake Hiawatha
Room: Lake Hiawatha Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Children, Education, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover the magic of learning through play at Exploration Stations. Our Sensory play programs are designed to engage toddlers and preschoolers in imaginative and educational activities.

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

Local Author Visit

6:00pm–6:45pm
Main Library
Children
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Children's Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Author Talks, Children, Education, Storytime
Event Details:

Join local author Joyce Shui as she reads her book Spray the Bug: the importance of Commas. Children will learn about inclusion, kindness and commas.  A cute bug craft will follow the story.

Games, Puzzles and People

11:00am–1:00pm
Lake Hiawatha
Adults
Cancelled
Library Branch: Lake Hiawatha
Room: Lake Hiawatha Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

This program will be held every 4th Friday of every month. This is meant to be an informal gathering space to meet up and relax and/or socialize with others.  Activities provided include:

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

Easter Paper Wreath Craft (All Ages)

7:00pm–7:45pm
Main Library
Children
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Children's Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Children
Event Details:

Children all ages are invited to make their own special Easter wreath to take home and display.

Collaborative Crochet Circle

6:30pm–8:30pm
Main Library
Adults
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Adult are welcome at this crochet program where they will assist with crochet questions, and even knitting questions, as they do invite knitters to the group.

Tangram Story and Activity (Ages 5 & Up)

2:00pm–2:45pm
Main Library
Children
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Children's Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Education, Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn about tangrams- ancient Chinese puzzles consisting of seven flat geometric pieces with stories and an activity. 

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

Spring Wreath Craft (Ages 18 & Up)

6:30pm–8:30pm
Main Library
Adults
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Adults ages 18 and up are invited to design their own spring wreath to hang at home.

Attendees will each get a natural wreath to decorate with a variety of craft accessories to decorate with.

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

Collaborative Crochet Circle

6:30pm–8:30pm
Main Library
Adults
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Adult are welcome at this crochet program where they will assist with crochet questions, and even knitting questions, as they do invite knitters to the group.

Games, Puzzles and People

11:00am–1:00pm
Lake Hiawatha
Adults
Library Branch: Lake Hiawatha
Room: Lake Hiawatha Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

This program will be held every 4th Friday of every month. This is meant to be an informal gathering space to meet up and relax and/or socialize with others.  Activities provided include:

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

Paper Shapers Club with Deanna Kwan

1:00pm–3:00pm
Main Library
Adults
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Paper Shapers with Deanna Kwan
 

Come learn origami – the art of paperfolding. Origami is a fun, creative, surprising, and challenging craft. Join the fold and experience the magic of turning paper into an amazing work of art.

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

Curled Spring Flowers Paper Project (All Ages)

7:00pm–7:45pm
Main Library
Children
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Children's Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Children
Event Details:

Children of all ages are invited to make this special flower craft.

Drop-In Bug Craft (Ages 2-5)

10:00am–10:45am
Main Library
Children
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Children's Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Children
Event Details:

Drop into the storytime room to make a bug craft.  Recommended for children ages 2-5.  No registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

Mother's Day DIY Gift (All Ages)

10:00am–10:45am
Main Library
Children
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Children's Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Children
Event Details:

Children of all ages can stop by the Storytime room to make a special gift for a loved one for Mother's Day.  We will be making a special flower craft to display.

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

Grow Your Own Salsa Kit (Ages 18 & Up)

6:30pm–8:30pm
Main Library
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let's celebrate Cinco de Mayo by making our very own salsa kit!  You can may one for yourself OR make one as a gift to give.

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.