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This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Children (Ages 0-5)
Books & Reading
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room
Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Description:

Join us for toddler storytime where we will read books, sing songs, do rhymes, and just have fun! Parent participation is recommended. This storytime is best suited for ages 18months-5years. 

This event is in the "Children (Ages 6-11)" group

Bored? Let's Board!

4:30pm–5:30pm
Children (Ages 6-11)
Games & Competitions
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room
Age Group: Children (Ages 6-11)
Program Type: Games & Competitions
Description:

Bring the whole family for an afternoon of friendly competition and fun! Join us at the library to explore our collection of classic and modern board games! 

This event is in the "General Interest (All Ages)" group

Pine Wood Derby Race Day

10:00am–11:00am
General Interest (All Ages)
Games & Competitions, Public Events
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: Community Room A & B
Age Group: General Interest (All Ages)
Program Type: Games & Competitions, Public Events
Description:
 Rev your engines! We’re calling all dads (and grandpas, uncles, or mentors) and their pit crew for a Pine Wood Derby challenge.
This event is in the "General Interest (All Ages)" group

Master Gardener Series

2:00pm–4:00pm
General Interest (All Ages)
Classes & Workshops
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: Auditorium 1, 2, & Stage
Age Group: General Interest (All Ages)
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Description:

Come learn about gardening techniques to prepare for your spring garden! 

You'll learn about community gardens in Whitley County and how you can apply the expertise of Master Gardeners in your own home.

This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group

Baby Story Time

10:30am–11:00am
Children (Ages 0-5)
Books & Reading
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room
Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Description:

Join us in a storytime specially curated for kiddos under 18months old. We will read stories together, sing songs, and do rhymes! Parent participation is required.

This event is in the "Adults (Ages 18+)" group

Crafting Connections

11:00am–12:30pm
Adults (Ages 18+)
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Bring your project and your personality—whether you knit, crochet, embroider, cross stitch, or just like to keep your hands busy. This is a relaxed, no-pressure time to craft, and socialize for an hour and a half.

This event is in the "Children (Ages 6-11)" group

Homeschool Happenings - Careers

1:00pm–2:00pm
Children (Ages 6-11)
Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room
Age Group: Children (Ages 6-11)
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Description:

What does a children’s librarian really do? Find out in this homeschool program exploring the career of a Children’s Librarian! Learn about books, programs, and the many ways librarians help kids and families every day.

This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group

Exploration Station

10:30am–11:30am
Children (Ages 0-5)
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room
Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Attention toddlers!

This event is in the "Adults (Ages 18+)" group

A Novel Idea

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults (Ages 18+)
Books & Reading
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Description:

"A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies...The man who never reads lives only one." - George R.R. Martin

 

This event is in the "Young Adult (ages 12 -18)" group

Teen Tuesday - Quirky Crafts

4:30pm–5:30pm
Young Adult (ages 12 -18)
Books & Reading
Registration Required
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: Teen Lounge
Age Group: Young Adult (ages 12 -18)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Registration Required
Description:

Calling all creative teens! 🎨 Join us for Teen Tuesday: Quirky Crafts, a fun and relaxed craft session just for teens. This month, we’re making button art!

This event is in the "General Interest (All Ages)" group

Family Game Night

6:00pm–7:00pm
General Interest (All Ages)
Games & Competitions
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room
Age Group: General Interest (All Ages)
Program Type: Games & Competitions
Description:

Bring out the entire family for this awesome game night!

We will have various board games laid out for your family to enjoy and play.

This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Children (Ages 0-5)
Books & Reading
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room
Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Description:

Join us for toddler storytime where we will read books, sing songs, do rhymes, and just have fun! Parent participation is recommended. This storytime is best suited for ages 18months-5years. 

This event is in the "Children (Ages 6-11)" group

Junior Detectives: Uncovering Magic Coins

4:30pm–5:30pm
Children (Ages 6-11)
Books & Reading
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room
Age Group: Children (Ages 6-11)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Description:
Become a top-notch sleuth! Inspired by favorite mystery books, kids will dive into the world of detection with hands-on activities and experiments.
This event is in the "Adults (Ages 18+)" group

Medicare 101

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults (Ages 18+)
Classes & Workshops
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Description:

Come and learn the basics of Medicare with Gregg Palmer.  

 

This is a free event and no library card is required.

 

This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group

Baby Story Time

9:30am–10:00am
Children (Ages 0-5)
Books & Reading
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room
Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Description:

Join us in a storytime specially curated for kiddos under 18months old. We will read stories together, sing songs, and do rhymes! Parent participation is required.

This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Children (Ages 0-5)
Books & Reading
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room
Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Description:

Join us for toddler storytime where we will read books, sing songs, do rhymes, and just have fun! Parent participation is recommended. This storytime is best suited for ages 18months-5years. 

This event is in the "Children (Ages 6-11)" group

Inventor's Workshop

4:30pm–5:30pm
Children (Ages 6-11)
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room
Age Group: Children (Ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Create, make, invent, and problem solve using everyday materials and craft supplies in this drop-in event. Let your imaginations run wild! Each month there will be a new invention that needs to be created to solve a problem.

This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group

Baby Story Time

10:30am–11:00am
Children (Ages 0-5)
Books & Reading
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room
Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Description:

Join us in a storytime specially curated for kiddos under 18months old. We will read stories together, sing songs, and do rhymes! Parent participation is required.

This event is in the "Children (Ages 6-11)" group

Homeschool Happenings - STEAM

1:00pm–2:00pm
Children (Ages 6-11)
Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room
Age Group: Children (Ages 6-11)
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Description:

How do braces work? Find out in this homeschool STEAM program with an orthodontist! Learn about teeth, jaw movement, and the science and technology that help create healthy smiles.

This event is in the "Adults (Ages 18+)" group

Otherwordly Book Club!

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults (Ages 18+)
Books & Reading
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Description:

This month's discussion: "Watership Down" by: Richard Adams

This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group

Block Party

10:30am–11:30am
Children (Ages 0-5)
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room
Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Join us for a special type of block party! We will have wooden blocks, building blocks, alphabet blocks, and more!

This event is in the "Young Adult (ages 12 -18)" group

Teen Tuesday - Saved by the Binge

4:30pm–5:30pm
Young Adult (ages 12 -18)
Public Events
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: Teen Lounge
Age Group: Young Adult (ages 12 -18)
Program Type: Public Events
Description:

Each month, we’ll binge-watch a few episodes of a throwback TV show that defined its era.

This event is in the "Adults (Ages 18+)" group

The Evidence Room - Crimes Against the Young

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults (Ages 18+)
Books & Reading
Registration Required
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: Adult Services Area
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Registration Required
Description:

This month, we will examine one of the most tragic cases in Oklahoma history. In June 1977, three young Girl Scouts—Lori Farmer, Michele Guse, and Denise Milner—were brutally murdered at Camp Scott.

This event is in the "Adults (Ages 18+)" group

Crafty Mornings: DIY Paper Bird Garland

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults (Ages 18+)
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Spring into the library by making your own bird paper garland.

The library will supply the materials, you supply the creativity!  

This event is open to the first 20 participants.

This is a free event.