Adult Makers: Instant Pot Demonstration

Adult Makers: Instant Pot Demonstration

by | Nov 5, 2020 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog, Craft Instructions Post | 0 comments

Learn these delicious Indian food recipes by following along with Lance Hanson of the University of Idaho!

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    Download Naan Recipe
    Download Jasmine Rice Recipe
    Download Lentil Curry Recipe
    Download Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe

    August 2026 Events

    by | July 18, 2026 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

    AO3 at the Library: Fanfiction Short Story ContestCalling all storytellers! Do you have a favorite book, movie, show, video game, or fictional world you just can't let go of? Now's your chance to give it the spin it deserves. Write an original fan fiction story for...
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    July 2026 Events for Adults

    by | June 29, 2026 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Summer Reading 2026: Unearth a StorySummer Reading 2026 is here! This summer, we’re Unearthing a Story, and we want you to dig in with us. From Monday, June 8 through Saturday, August 1, read your way to awesome prizes. Sign-ups start June 8th — online with Beanstack...
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    June 2026 Events for Adults

    by | May 29, 2026 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Flood 50We’re honored to be part of the city-wide Flood 50 commemoration — remembering the Teton Dam Flood 50 years later. Stop by to explore photo displays and Flood memorabilia, pick up a “Where Did I Put…” emergency preparedness folder (one per family), and grab a...
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    May 2026 Events

    by | April 30, 2026 | Adult Arena, Blog, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

    Teen Action CouncilThe Teen Action Council gathers to discuss plans and come up with ways for the Library to serve teens. Select participants ages 13-18 are invited to join us Wednesday, May 6 in the Community Room at 4 PM!Crafty Corner Join us for Crafty Corner, an...
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    Adult Programs April 2026

    by | March 27, 2026 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Creative Writing ClubCalling all storytelling enthusiasts ages 18+! Meet us in the Community Room at 6:00 PM on Wednesdays, April 1, 15, & 29. Share your writing, make new friends, and discuss your favorite work and the passion behind your craft. Let's inspire...
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    Adult Activities March 2026

    by | February 27, 2026 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Dungeons & DragonsTuesdays at 5:30 PM · March 3, 17 & 31 · Community Room · Ages 18+ Calling all adventurers! Whether you're a battle-hardened bard or brand-new to the game, join our Dungeons & Dragons party for adults (18+) and step into a world of...
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    Adult Activities February 2026

    by | January 30, 2026 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Dungeons & DragonsTuesdays at 5:30 PM · February 3 & 17 · Community Room · Ages 18+ Calling all adventurers! Whether you're a battle-hardened bard or brand-new to the game, join our Dungeons & Dragons party for adults (18+) and step into a world of...
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    January 2026 Programs for Adults

    by | December 29, 2025 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Dungeons & DragonsTuesdays at 5:30 PM · January 6 & 20 · Community Room · Ages 18+ Calling all adventurers! Whether you're a battle-hardened bard or brand-new to the game, join our Dungeons & Dragons party for adults (18+) and step into a world of...
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    December 2025 Programs for All Ages

    by | November 26, 2025 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

    Teen Action CouncilThe Teen Action Council gathers to discuss plans and come up with ways for the Library to serve teens. Select participants ages 13-18 are invited to join us Wednesday, December 3 in the Community Room at 4 PM!Crafty Corner Join us for Crafty Corner,...
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    November 2025 Adult Programs

    by | October 31, 2025 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Dungeons & DragonsTuesdays, Nov. 4 & 18 at 5:30 PM in the Community Room Calling all adventurers! Whether you're battle-hardened or brand-new to the game, join our Dungeons & Dragons adventures for adults (18+) and step into a world of imagination,...
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    Read, Look, Learn Episode 2: Halloween with Paradise Donuts

    Read, Look, Learn Episode 2: Halloween with Paradise Donuts

    by | Oct 30, 2020 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Read Look Learn, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 comments

    Read, Look, Learn Episode 2: Halloween with Paradise Donuts

    Join us for episode 2 of Read, Look, Learn!

    About twice a month we’ll take a look at a topic with books from our catalog, then go out into our neighborhood and see if we can find someone to tell us more about it.

    This time we’re talking about Halloween and making donuts! Many thanks to Paul Scholes of Paradise Donuts & Gelato for sharing with us.

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    Read, Look, Learn Episode 2: Halloween with Paradise Donuts

    by | October 30, 2020 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Read Look Learn, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

    Join us for episode 2 of Read, Look, Learn! About twice a month we'll take a look at a topic with books from our catalog, then go out into our neighborhood and see if we can find someone to tell us more about it. This time we're talking about Halloween and making...
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    Read, Look, Learn Episode 1: Martial Arts

    by | October 15, 2020 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Read Look Learn, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

    Join us for episode 1 of Read, Look, Learn! About twice a month we'll take a look at a topic with books from our catalog, then go out into our neighborhood and see if we can find someone to tell us more about it. This time we're talking about martial arts! Many thanks...
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    Upcoming November Adult Makers

    Upcoming November Adult Makers

    by | Oct 23, 2020 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog, Upcoming Events | 0 comments

    Upcoming November Adult Makers

    Celebrate National Men Make Dinner Night! Lance Hanson of the University of Idaho’s extension office will give a demonstration on everyone’s new favorite kitchen gadget, the Instant Pot. Get ideas on how to make yours even more fun!

    The demo will be available on our website and YouTube channel starting from Thursday November 5 at noon.

    September Adult Events

    by | September 1, 2023 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

    Take a Break Book ClubTake a Break and join our adult book club on Sept. 21 at 6:30 PM! Ages 18+ will meet in the Community Room to discuss Jane Austen’s classic, Sense and Sensibility. Adult MakersFriday, September 15 is Adult Makers! We will be making noodles from...
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    July Adult Activities

    by | July 1, 2023 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

    INDEPENDENCE DAY CLOSURE The Library will be closed Tuesday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day. No items will be due but the book drop will remain open. Thank you! "ALL TOGETHER NOW" BLOCK PARTY This is the Block Party everyone will be talking about this...
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    June Adult Activities

    by | June 1, 2023 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

    CREATIVE WRITING CLUB Share your writing with other storytelling enthusiasts or join to make friends! Join the Creative Writing Club for ages 18+. We will share your favorite piece of writing and talk about why writing is our passion. Wednesdays, June 14 & 28 at...
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    APRIL Adult Activities

    by | April 7, 2022 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

    REGENCY TEA PARTY Saturday April 30th. 9am & 11am. This is a ticketed event. Join authors Sarah M. Eden, Joanna Barker, Sian Ann Bessey, and Esther Hatch for a Regency Tea Party. The event will include a Q&A session, behind-the-scenes insights, giveaways, and...
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    Adult Makers: Tiny Books

    by | November 24, 2021 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog, Craft Instructions Post | 0 Comments

    Make a tiny book with bookmaking skills! Materials needed: 25 pieces of paper 2 pieces of 2x3 decorative paper Larger piece of double-sided decorative paper 2 pieces of heavier 1.5x2 papers 1/4x2 paper Popsicle stick Glue Heavy string/thread Large needle Scissors...
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    NOVEMBER Adult Activities

    by | November 1, 2021 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

    FAMILY FRIENDLY FILM NIGHTS Come watch a movie at the library! Every Tuesday at 4pm in the Community Room. November 2nd: The Lego MovieNovember 9th: Paw Patrol: The MovieNovember 16th: PaddingtonNovember 23rd: Finding NemoNovember 30th: The Peanuts Movie Children...
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    OCTOBER Adult Activities

    by | October 7, 2021 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog | 0 Comments

    Family Friendly Film NightsCome watch a movie at the library! Every Tuesday at 4pm in the Community Room. Oct 5th: Boss Baby: Family BusinessOct 12th: Scooby-Doo: Straight Outta NowhereOct 19th: Space Jam: A New LegacyOct 26th: Hocus Pocus Children under 12 must be...
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    Adult Makers: Inspirational Tile Magnets

    by | September 20, 2021 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog, Craft Instructions Post | 0 Comments

    Inspirational tile magnets to help give you the motivation you need! Materials needed: tiles (from a mini tumbling tower or your own choice) inspirational messagesmod podge magnets pieces of paper (for the backing) scissors glue stick (optional)    
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    SEPTEMBER Adult Activities

    by | September 2, 2021 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

    September Adult Book Club The Library Book Club will be meeting on Thursday, September 16th, at 6:30pm in the Community Room. There has been a change of book; the book for September is Sold by Patricia McCormick. Lakshmi is a thirteen-year-old girl who lives with her...
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    JULY Adult Activities

    by | June 30, 2021 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments

    Adult Summer Reading Explore Tails and Tales at the Library this summer by researching animals in all their habitats. Each time you complete a “Research Area” by reading 1000 pages of your choice, bring your log into the Library for a small reward.   If you...
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    Adult Makers – Gold Leaf Illumination

    Adult Makers – Gold Leaf Illumination

    by | Oct 16, 2020 | Adult Arena, Adult Makers, Blog, Craft Instructions Post | 0 comments

    Adult Makers – Gold Leaf Illumination

    This month we’re doing gold leaf illumination! Kits will be available even after this online instruction until they are out, so don’t miss your chance to pick one up!

     

     

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    August 2026 Events

    by | July 18, 2026 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

    AO3 at the Library: Fanfiction Short Story ContestCalling all storytellers! Do you have a favorite book, movie, show, video game, or fictional world you just can't let go of? Now's your chance to give it the spin it deserves. Write an original fan fiction story for...
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    July 2026 Events for Teens

    by | June 29, 2026 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

    Summer Reading 2026: Unearth a StorySummer Reading 2026 is here! This summer, we’re Unearthing a Story, and we want you to dig in with us. From Monday, June 8 through Saturday, August 1, read your way to awesome prizes. Sign-ups start June 8th — online with Beanstack...
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    July 2026 Events for Adults

    by | June 29, 2026 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Summer Reading 2026: Unearth a StorySummer Reading 2026 is here! This summer, we’re Unearthing a Story, and we want you to dig in with us. From Monday, June 8 through Saturday, August 1, read your way to awesome prizes. Sign-ups start June 8th — online with Beanstack...
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    June 2026 Events for Teens

    by | May 29, 2026 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

    Flood 50We're honored to be part of the city-wide Flood 50 commemoration — remembering the Teton Dam Flood 50 years later. Stop by to explore photo displays and Flood memorabilia, pick up a "Where Did I Put..." emergency preparedness folder (one per family), and grab...
    Read More

    June 2026 Events for Adults

    by | May 29, 2026 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Flood 50We’re honored to be part of the city-wide Flood 50 commemoration — remembering the Teton Dam Flood 50 years later. Stop by to explore photo displays and Flood memorabilia, pick up a “Where Did I Put…” emergency preparedness folder (one per family), and grab a...
    Read More

    May 2026 Events

    by | April 30, 2026 | Adult Arena, Blog, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

    Teen Action CouncilThe Teen Action Council gathers to discuss plans and come up with ways for the Library to serve teens. Select participants ages 13-18 are invited to join us Wednesday, May 6 in the Community Room at 4 PM!Crafty Corner Join us for Crafty Corner, an...
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    Adult Programs April 2026

    by | March 27, 2026 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Creative Writing ClubCalling all storytelling enthusiasts ages 18+! Meet us in the Community Room at 6:00 PM on Wednesdays, April 1, 15, & 29. Share your writing, make new friends, and discuss your favorite work and the passion behind your craft. Let's inspire...
    Read More

    Teen Programs April 2026

    by | March 27, 2026 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

    Teen Action CouncilThe Teen Action Council gathers to discuss plans and come up with ways for the Library to serve teens. Select participants ages 13-18 are invited to join us Wednesday, April 1 in the Community Room at 4 PM!Chess and Game ClubUnplug and connect at...
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    Teen Activities March 2026

    by | February 27, 2026 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

    Chess and Game ClubUnplug and connect at Chess and Game Club! It's the perfect place to hang out, meet new people, and play some awesome games. Mondays at 4:00 PM in the Community Room, we'll have chess sets ready for players of all abilities, plus a rotating...
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    Adult Activities March 2026

    by | February 27, 2026 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Dungeons & DragonsTuesdays at 5:30 PM · March 3, 17 & 31 · Community Room · Ages 18+ Calling all adventurers! Whether you're a battle-hardened bard or brand-new to the game, join our Dungeons & Dragons party for adults (18+) and step into a world of...
    Read More

    Read, Look, Learn Episode 1: Martial Arts

    Read, Look, Learn Episode 1: Martial Arts

    by | Oct 15, 2020 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Read Look Learn, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 comments

    Read, Look, Learn Episode 1: Martial Arts

    Join us for episode 1 of Read, Look, Learn!

    About twice a month we’ll take a look at a topic with books from our catalog, then go out into our neighborhood and see if we can find someone to tell us more about it.

    This time we’re talking about martial arts! Many thanks to Idaho Martial Arts Academy for sharing with us. 

    Watch the video

    August 2026 Events

    by | July 18, 2026 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

    AO3 at the Library: Fanfiction Short Story ContestCalling all storytellers! Do you have a favorite book, movie, show, video game, or fictional world you just can't let go of? Now's your chance to give it the spin it deserves. Write an original fan fiction story for...
    Read More

    July 2026 Events for Teens

    by | June 29, 2026 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

    Summer Reading 2026: Unearth a StorySummer Reading 2026 is here! This summer, we’re Unearthing a Story, and we want you to dig in with us. From Monday, June 8 through Saturday, August 1, read your way to awesome prizes. Sign-ups start June 8th — online with Beanstack...
    Read More

    July 2026 Events for Adults

    by | June 29, 2026 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Summer Reading 2026: Unearth a StorySummer Reading 2026 is here! This summer, we’re Unearthing a Story, and we want you to dig in with us. From Monday, June 8 through Saturday, August 1, read your way to awesome prizes. Sign-ups start June 8th — online with Beanstack...
    Read More

    July 2026 Events for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

    by | June 29, 2026 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

    Summer Reading 2026: Unearth a StorySummer Reading 2026 is here! This summer, we're Unearthing a Story, and we want you to dig in with us. From Monday, June 8 through Saturday, August 1, read your way to awesome prizes. Sign-ups start June 8th — online with Beanstack...
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    June 2026 Events for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

    by | May 29, 2026 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

    Flood 50 STEM Take Home KitsStop by the Circulation Desk June 1–6 to pick up a free guided activity booklet and STEM supplies kit designed for kids ages 6-11 and their families (limit one per family). Activities explore the science and history of the Teton Dam Flood...
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    June 2026 Events for Teens

    by | May 29, 2026 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

    Flood 50We're honored to be part of the city-wide Flood 50 commemoration — remembering the Teton Dam Flood 50 years later. Stop by to explore photo displays and Flood memorabilia, pick up a "Where Did I Put..." emergency preparedness folder (one per family), and grab...
    Read More

    June 2026 Events for Adults

    by | May 29, 2026 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Flood 50We’re honored to be part of the city-wide Flood 50 commemoration — remembering the Teton Dam Flood 50 years later. Stop by to explore photo displays and Flood memorabilia, pick up a “Where Did I Put…” emergency preparedness folder (one per family), and grab a...
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    Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Statistics Infographic

    by | May 19, 2026 | Blog | 0 Comments

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    Story Time: Favorites

    by | May 1, 2026 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

    Let’s have some fun with a few of the librarian’s favorite classic picture books! Join us Tuesdays, and Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. in the Community Room or Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. in the Activity Room. Ages 3-5 Sing, Talk, Read, Write, Play Tip The concept of loud and...
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    May 2026 Events

    by | April 30, 2026 | Adult Arena, Blog, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

    Teen Action CouncilThe Teen Action Council gathers to discuss plans and come up with ways for the Library to serve teens. Select participants ages 13-18 are invited to join us Wednesday, May 6 in the Community Room at 4 PM!Crafty Corner Join us for Crafty Corner, an...
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    Halloween Trick or Treat bags for kids 0-5

    Halloween Trick or Treat bags for kids 0-5

    by | Oct 15, 2020 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Upcoming Events | 0 comments

    Halloween Trick or Treat bags for kids 0-5

    Looking for a safe way to trick or treat? Kids 0-5 can come to the library in costume any time over the week of Halloween (October 26-30) for a take n’ go back of treats!

    August 2026 Events

    by | July 18, 2026 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

    AO3 at the Library: Fanfiction Short Story ContestCalling all storytellers! Do you have a favorite book, movie, show, video game, or fictional world you just can't let go of? Now's your chance to give it the spin it deserves. Write an original fan fiction story for...
    Read More

    July 2026 Events for Adults

    by | June 29, 2026 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Summer Reading 2026: Unearth a StorySummer Reading 2026 is here! This summer, we’re Unearthing a Story, and we want you to dig in with us. From Monday, June 8 through Saturday, August 1, read your way to awesome prizes. Sign-ups start June 8th — online with Beanstack...
    Read More

    July 2026 Events for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

    by | June 29, 2026 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

    Summer Reading 2026: Unearth a StorySummer Reading 2026 is here! This summer, we're Unearthing a Story, and we want you to dig in with us. From Monday, June 8 through Saturday, August 1, read your way to awesome prizes. Sign-ups start June 8th — online with Beanstack...
    Read More

    June 2026 Events for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

    by | May 29, 2026 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

    Flood 50 STEM Take Home KitsStop by the Circulation Desk June 1–6 to pick up a free guided activity booklet and STEM supplies kit designed for kids ages 6-11 and their families (limit one per family). Activities explore the science and history of the Teton Dam Flood...
    Read More

    June 2026 Events for Adults

    by | May 29, 2026 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Flood 50We’re honored to be part of the city-wide Flood 50 commemoration — remembering the Teton Dam Flood 50 years later. Stop by to explore photo displays and Flood memorabilia, pick up a “Where Did I Put…” emergency preparedness folder (one per family), and grab a...
    Read More

    Story Time: Favorites

    by | May 1, 2026 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

    Let’s have some fun with a few of the librarian’s favorite classic picture books! Join us Tuesdays, and Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. in the Community Room or Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. in the Activity Room. Ages 3-5 Sing, Talk, Read, Write, Play Tip The concept of loud and...
    Read More

    May 2026 Events

    by | April 30, 2026 | Adult Arena, Blog, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

    Teen Action CouncilThe Teen Action Council gathers to discuss plans and come up with ways for the Library to serve teens. Select participants ages 13-18 are invited to join us Wednesday, May 6 in the Community Room at 4 PM!Crafty Corner Join us for Crafty Corner, an...
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    Story Time: Something NEW in March

    by | March 31, 2026 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

    Reading a ”new” book with your child can be an enchanting and exciting experience! After your child selects a new book, perhaps about a favorite topic like dinosaurs, trains, or animals, take a “picture walk,” and flip through pages. Look at the illustrations and try...
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    Adult Programs April 2026

    by | March 27, 2026 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

    Creative Writing ClubCalling all storytelling enthusiasts ages 18+! Meet us in the Community Room at 6:00 PM on Wednesdays, April 1, 15, & 29. Share your writing, make new friends, and discuss your favorite work and the passion behind your craft. Let's inspire...
    Read More

    Kid ‘n’ Tween Programs April 2026

    by | March 27, 2026 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

    Story Time and Early Literacy Join us this April for Early Literacy Programs! Toddler Time (Ages 1–3, walking toddlers & grown-ups) Mondays and Tuesdays at 9:30 AM in the Community Room.* Enjoy songs, stories, and tactile activities as we explore Fun with...
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