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Fairy tale scene coming out of a book

Story Time

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at WingHaven® Branch
Class & Event Types:
Seasonal, Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Age Group:
Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Story Time:

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities that enhance early literacy skills.

Library Branch: WingHaven® Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Seasonal, Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities that enhance early literacy skills.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

Two children reading a book with a flashlight under a blanket

Pajama Story Time

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Community Room A - BJC Progress West Room at Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning, Evenings & Weekends
Age Group:
Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Families
Pajama Story Time:

Bring the whole family and a stuffed friend for stories and songs in your pajamas!

Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room A - BJC Progress West Room
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Families
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning, Evenings & Weekends

Bring the whole family and a stuffed friend for stories and songs in your pajamas!

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

an open brown book on a table top, a black background with white letters and symbols floating out of

Write Now at McClay

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room A at McClay Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation, Self Improvement & Professional Development
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+

Join fellow writers for an evening of inspiration! Bring a notebook or a laptop and enjoy some dedicated freewriting time. Prompts and writing resources will be offered to help get your creativity flowing.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation, Self Improvement & Professional Development
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join fellow writers for an evening of inspiration! Bring a notebook or a laptop and enjoy some dedicated freewriting time. Prompts and writing resources will be offered to help get your creativity flowing.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Food and/or Drinks

Food and/or drinks will be served at this program or event. Please contact the Library with any questions or concerns you have.

While we do not serve snacks containing nuts at any youth classes, we cannot always ensure there is no cross-contamination in processing. If you are concerned, please ask to see the packaging at the event.  

Supplies

All supplies provided.  

Register Everyone

Please register each person attending the program or event regardless of age.  

Fairy tale scene coming out of a book

Story Time

Friday, May 29, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Community Room A&B at Corporate Parkway Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Age Group:
Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Story Time:

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities that enhance early literacy skills.

Library Branch: Corporate Parkway Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities that enhance early literacy skills.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

Toddlers and adults on mat with toys

Baby Playdate

Friday, May 29, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room B at Spencer Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Baby Playdate:

Children can enjoy toys, books, and activities designed for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers! 

Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning, Games & Activities

Children can enjoy toys, books, and activities designed for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

Fairy tale scene coming out of a book

Story Time

Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Community Room A&B at Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Age Group:
Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Story Time:

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities that enhance early literacy skills.

We'll explore a new theme each week! The Story Times on each Monday, Thursday, and Saturday have the same theme.

Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Event Details:

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities that enhance early literacy skills.

We'll explore a new theme each week! The Story Times on each Monday, Thursday, and Saturday have the same theme.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

Child reading with a dog resting its head on the book

Read to a Dog!

Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at Deer Run Branch
Class & Event Types:
Special Events, Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning, Evenings & Weekends
Age Group:
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Read to a Dog:

Bring a book or choose one of ours and read to an attentive, adorable dog.

This class is a partnership between the Library and our "Tale Waggers" group Love on a Leash.  

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning, Evenings & Weekends
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring a book or choose one of ours and read to an attentive, adorable dog.

This class is a partnership between the Library and our "Tale Waggers" group Love on a Leash.  

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Register Each Child Individually

Please register each child who will be attending individually.

DIY Crafts: Mini Library

Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room A&B at Corporate Parkway Branch
Class & Event Types:
Arts & Crafts, Books & More, Current Events & Trends, Evenings & Weekends
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+

Come make your own mini library and fill it with your favorite tiny books! We'll be decorating a container and crafting miniature books to put inside.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Corporate Parkway Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Books & More, Current Events & Trends, Evenings & Weekends
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come make your own mini library and fill it with your favorite tiny books! We'll be decorating a container and crafting miniature books to put inside.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Supplies

All supplies provided.  

Cover for Heroes by Alan Gratz. Two young men stand at the dock, watching as airplanes bomb Pearl Harbor ships.

Tweens Read: Mark Twain Nominees

Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room B at Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends
Age Group:
Tweens (Grades 4-8)

Pick up copies of this month's book, "Heroes" by Alan Gratz, at the Youth Services desk at the Middendorf-Kredell branch.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Tweens (Grades 4-8)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends
Registration Required
Event Details:

Pick up copies of this month's book, "Heroes" by Alan Gratz, at the Youth Services desk at the Middendorf-Kredell branch.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Food and/or Drinks

Food and/or drinks will be served at this program or event. Please contact the Library with any questions or concerns you have.

While we do not serve snacks containing nuts at any youth classes, we cannot always ensure there is no cross-contamination in processing. If you are concerned, please ask to see the packaging at the event.  

Register Each Child Individually

Please register each child who will be attending individually.

Sponsored by Friends

This event was generously sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Toddlers and adults on mat with toys

Tiny Tots

Monday, June 1, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room A&B at Corporate Parkway Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Age Group:
Babies (Ages 0-1)
Tiny Tots:

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities for babies birth to 23 months and their caregivers.

Library Branch: Corporate Parkway Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Babies (Ages 0-1)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities for babies birth to 23 months and their caregivers.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

Fairy tale scene coming out of a book

Story Time

Monday, June 1, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Community Room A&B at Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Age Group:
Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Story Time:

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities that enhance early literacy skills.

We'll explore a new theme each week! The Story Times on each Monday, Thursday, and Saturday have the same theme.

Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Event Details:

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities that enhance early literacy skills.

We'll explore a new theme each week! The Story Times on each Monday, Thursday, and Saturday have the same theme.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

Teen Gaming: Dungeons and Dragons

Monday, June 1, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Community Room A&B at Corporate Parkway Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation
Age Group:
Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)

Let’s roll! Each month, join us to play a fun adventure. No experience required - New players are welcome!

Pre-built character sheets and dice sets will be available for use!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Corporate Parkway Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let’s roll! Each month, join us to play a fun adventure. No experience required - New players are welcome!

Pre-built character sheets and dice sets will be available for use!

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Food and/or Drinks

Food and/or drinks will be served at this program or event. Please contact the Library with any questions or concerns you have.

While we do not serve snacks containing nuts at any youth classes, we cannot always ensure there is no cross-contamination in processing. If you are concerned, please ask to see the packaging at the event.  

Father and mother reading with toddler

Fun for Ones

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Community Room A&B at McClay Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Age Group:
Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Fun for Ones:

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities for one-year-olds and their caregivers.

This program will be repeated at 10:30 am.

Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Event Details:

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities for one-year-olds and their caregivers.

This program will be repeated at 10:30 am.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

Woman reading to group of toddlers

Time for Twos

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Community Room A&B at Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Age Group:
Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Time for Twos:

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities for two-year-olds and their caregivers.

This class also includes a simple craft. Both the 9:30 and 10:30 sessions are the same.

Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Event Details:

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities for two-year-olds and their caregivers.

This class also includes a simple craft. Both the 9:30 and 10:30 sessions are the same.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

Toddlers and adults on mat with toys

Tiny Tots

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room B at Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Age Group:
Kids, Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Tiny Tots:

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities for babies birth to 23 months and their caregivers.

Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Kids, Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities for babies birth to 23 months and their caregivers.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Father and mother reading with toddler

Fun for Ones

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room A&B at McClay Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Age Group:
Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Fun for Ones:

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities for one-year-olds and their caregivers.

This class is a repeat from 9:30 am.

Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Event Details:

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities for one-year-olds and their caregivers.

This class is a repeat from 9:30 am.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

Woman reading to group of toddlers

Time for Twos

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room A&B at Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Age Group:
Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Time for Twos:

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities for two-year-olds and their caregivers.

This class also includes a simple craft. Both the 9:30 and 10:30 sessions are the same.

Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Event Details:

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities for two-year-olds and their caregivers.

This class also includes a simple craft. Both the 9:30 and 10:30 sessions are the same.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

Manga Book Discussion: Fairy Tail by Hiro Mashima

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room A&B at McClay Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+

Please pick up a copy of the book at the hosting branch.

Copies are available starting one month prior to the discussion, while supplies last.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends
Registration Required
Event Details:

Please pick up a copy of the book at the hosting branch.

Copies are available starting one month prior to the discussion, while supplies last.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Food and/or Drinks

Food and/or drinks will be served at this program or event. Please contact the Library with any questions or concerns you have.

While we do not serve snacks containing nuts at any youth classes, we cannot always ensure there is no cross-contamination in processing. If you are concerned, please ask to see the packaging at the event.  

Register Everyone

Please register each person attending the program or event regardless of age.  

Child reading with a dog resting its head on the book

Read to a Dog!

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Cliff View Branch
Class & Event Types:
Special Events, Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning, Evenings & Weekends
Age Group:
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Read to a Dog:

Bring a book or choose one of ours and read to an attentive, adorable dog.

This class is a partnership between the Library and our "Tale Waggers" group, Love on a Leash.  

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cliff View Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning, Evenings & Weekends
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring a book or choose one of ours and read to an attentive, adorable dog.

This class is a partnership between the Library and our "Tale Waggers" group, Love on a Leash.  

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Register Each Child Individually

Please register each child who will be attending individually.

Toddlers and adults on mat with toys

Tiny Tots

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Community Room A&B at Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Age Group:
Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Tiny Tots:

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities for babies birth to 23 months and their caregivers.

Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities for babies birth to 23 months and their caregivers.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

Fairy tale scene coming out of a book

Story Time

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Community Room A&B at McClay Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Age Group:
Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

Baby Playdate

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room A&B at Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3)

Children can enjoy toys, books and activities designed for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers!

Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning, Games & Activities
Event Details:

Children can enjoy toys, books and activities designed for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers!

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

The moon with an American flag on it

Book Discussion: "Challenger" by Adam Higginbotham

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room A - BJC Progress West Room at Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More
Age Group:
Adults
Book Discussion:

Please pick up a copy of the book at the hosting branch. Copies are available starting one month prior to the discussion, while supplies last.

On January 28, 1986, just seventy-three seconds into flight, the space shuttle Challenger broke apart over the Atlantic Ocean, killing all seven people on board.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room A - BJC Progress West Room
Age Group: Adults
Class & Event Types: Books & More
Registration Required
Event Details:

Please pick up a copy of the book at the hosting branch.

Copies are available starting one month prior to the discussion, while supplies last.

On January 28, 1986, just seventy-three seconds into flight, the space shuttle Challenger broke apart over the Atlantic Ocean, killing all seven people on board.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Food and/or Drinks

Food and/or drinks will be served at this program or event. Please contact the Library with any questions or concerns you have.

While we do not serve snacks containing nuts at any youth classes, we cannot always ensure there is no cross-contamination in processing. If you are concerned, please ask to see the packaging at the event.  

Sponsored by Friends

This event was generously sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

A stack of books with one open on top next to the Next Chapter Book Club Logo

Next Chapter Book Club

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Kisker Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Clubs & Communities
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Next Chapter Book Club:

Next Chapter Book Club is a community-based book club for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Participants (even those who cannot read) gather for one hour ...

We will be reading Spy Camp by Stuart Gibbs.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Clubs & Communities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Next Chapter Book Club is a community-based book club for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Participants (even those who cannot read) gather for one hour weekly to read aloud and discuss a book that is provided by the Library. Together, we will explore new worlds and meet interesting characters through fun and engaging stories, gaining real-world skills and making new friends along the way.

Registration is required for this program and space is limited. By registering for one session, you will automatically be registered for the entire series.

We will be reading Spy Camp by Stuart Gibbs.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Register Everyone

Please register each person attending the program or event regardless of age.