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Family Book Club: "Allergic" and "The Kitten Story"

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room B at Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends
Age Group:
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families

Pick up copies of this month's books at the Youth Services desk at the Middendorf-Kredell branch.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends
Registration Required
Event Details:

Pick up copies of this month's books 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 Everyone

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

Sponsored by Friends

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

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Ages 18+" group
This event is in the "Ages 21+" group
This event is in the "Ages 55+" group

Experience Dyslexia: A Learning Disabilities Simulation

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Event Room L&M - BJC St. Peters Rooms at Spencer Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Special Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends, Health & Wellness, Homeschool, Science & Technology, Self Improvement & Professional Development
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+

Join us for a series of simulations designed to increase awareness of the difficulties and frustrations that people with dyslexia encounter daily.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Event Room L&M - BJC St. Peters Rooms
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends, Health & Wellness, Homeschool, Science & Technology, Self Improvement & Professional Development
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a series of simulations designed to increase awareness of the difficulties and frustrations that people with dyslexia encounter daily.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Event Photography

Please note that the Library's marketing team will be at this program to take photographs. These photographs may be shared on our website and social media. If you or your children are not comfortable with photographs, please inform staff at the program. 

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Pre-K (Ages 3-5)" group
This event is in the "Early Elementary (Grades K-2)" group
This event is in the "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group
This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Ages 18+" group
This event is in the "Ages 21+" group
This event is in the "Ages 55+" group
This event is in the "Families" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Animals of the Endangered Wolf Center

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Evenings & Weekends, Homeschool
Age Group:
Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families, Everyone

Wolves, foxes, African painted dogs, and maned wolves, oh my!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families, Everyone
Class & Event Types: Evenings & Weekends, Homeschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

Wolves, foxes, African painted dogs, and maned wolves, oh my!

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.  

This event is in the "Babies (Ages 0-1)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group

Baby Playdate

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room A&B at Corporate Parkway Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning, Evenings & Weekends
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! 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Corporate Parkway Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning, Evenings & Weekends
Registration Required

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Ages 18+" group
This event is in the "Ages 21+" group
This event is in the "Ages 55+" group

Out and About

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room A at Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Class & Event Types:
Community Events, Arts & Crafts, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+

Join Out and About for an hour of easy crafting and chatting with LGBTQIA+ people and allies in your community! Come ready to talk about fun pop culture topics and make something fun to take home with you!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Community Events, Arts & Crafts, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Out and About for an hour of easy crafting and chatting with LGBTQIA+ people and allies in your community! Come ready to talk about fun pop culture topics and make something fun to take home with you!

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Pre-K (Ages 3-5)" group
This event is in the "Early Elementary (Grades K-2)" group
This event is in the "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group
This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Family Fun: Global Games & Crafts

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room A&B at Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Class & Event Types:
Arts & Crafts, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, History & Culture, Hobbies & Recreation, Homeschool
Age Group:
Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families

Join us for games and crafts from around the world!  Explore board games and active games, and play at your own pace. There will be crafts for all skill levels. Bring the whole family!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, History & Culture, Hobbies & Recreation, Homeschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for games and crafts from around the world!  Explore board games and active games, and play at your own pace. There will be crafts for all skill levels. Bring the whole family!

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Supplies

All supplies provided.  

Register Everyone

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

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Early Elementary (Grades K-2)" group
This event is in the "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group
This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Family Fun: Shrek Party

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Community Room A at Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Class & Event Types:
Seasonal, Arts & Crafts, Current Events & Trends, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation, Movies & Music
Age Group:
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families
Class & Event Types: Seasonal, Arts & Crafts, Current Events & Trends, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation, Movies & Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Event Photography

Please note that the Library's marketing team will be at this program to take photographs. These photographs may be shared on our website and social media. If you or your children are not comfortable with photographs, please inform staff at the program. 

This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group
This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group

Teen Movie: "Fantastic Four: The First Steps" (2025) PG-13

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:15pm
Community Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends, Movies & Music
Age Group:
Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)

Join us for movie club at Kisker Road! We will watch "Fantastic Four: The First Steps"  and have a discussion about it following. We also we enjoy snacks and a themed craft while we watch!

 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Class & Event Types: Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends, Movies & Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for movie club at Kisker Road! We will watch "Fantastic Four: The First Steps"  and have a discussion about it following. We also we enjoy snacks and a themed craft while we watch!

 

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.  

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Early Elementary (Grades K-2)" group
This event is in the "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group

Book Buddies

Sunday, February 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Community Room A&B at Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning, Evenings & Weekends
Age Group:
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Book Buddies:

Does your child need practice reading aloud? Try Book Buddies! Kids will be partnered with teen volunteers and will spend 25 minutes each week reading aloud to them. 

Book Buddies is recommended for students in Grades K-5 who can read independently. Book Buddies is not a tutoring session, but an opportunity for kids to practice reading with confidence in a non-judgmental space.

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

Does your child need practice reading aloud? Try Book Buddies! Kids will be partnered with teen volunteers and will spend 25 minutes each week reading aloud to them. 

Book Buddies is recommended for students in Grades K-5 who can read independently. Book Buddies is not a tutoring session, but an opportunity for kids to practice reading with confidence in a non-judgmental space.

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.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Early Elementary (Grades K-2)" group
This event is in the "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group

Book Buddies

Sunday, February 8, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Community Room A&B at Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning, Evenings & Weekends
Age Group:
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Book Buddies:

Does your child need practice reading aloud? Try Book Buddies! Kids will be partnered with teen volunteers and will spend 25 minutes each week reading aloud to them. 

Book Buddies is recommended for students in Grades K-5 who can read independently. Book Buddies is not a tutoring session, but an opportunity for kids to practice reading with confidence in a non-judgmental space.

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

Does your child need practice reading aloud? Try Book Buddies! Kids will be partnered with teen volunteers and will spend 25 minutes each week reading aloud to them. 

Book Buddies is recommended for students in Grades K-5 who can read independently. Book Buddies is not a tutoring session, but an opportunity for kids to practice reading with confidence in a non-judgmental space.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Ages 18+" group
This event is in the "Ages 21+" group
This event is in the "Ages 55+" group

Book Discussion: "Atmosphere" by Taylor Jenkins Reid

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Community Room at Boone's Trail Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Evenings & Weekends
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
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.

Joan Goodwin has been obsessed with the stars for as long as she can remember. Now selected from thousands to train at the Johnson Space Center, she makes close friends, until it all changes in an instant.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Boone's Trail Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Books & More, 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.

Joan Goodwin has been obsessed with the stars for as long as she can remember. Now selected from thousands to train at the Johnson Space Center, she makes close friends, until it all changes in an instant.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Sponsored by Friends

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

This event is in the "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group

Let's Create: Latch Hook Magnets

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room C at Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Class & Event Types:
Arts & Crafts, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation
Age Group:
Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8)

Join us to learn how to latch hook!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room C
Age Group: Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8)
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to learn how to latch hook!

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Supplies

All supplies provided.  

Register Each Child Individually

Please register each child who will be attending individually.

This event is in the "Early Elementary (Grades K-2)" group
This event is in the "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Tommy Terrific Presents: Satchel Paige and Negro League Baseball!

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room A&B at Corporate Parkway Branch
Class & Event Types:
America 250, Special Events, Early Literacy & Learning, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture, Homeschool
Age Group:
Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Families

Tommy Terrific's Wacky Magic will be performing a magic show about Satchel Paige and Negro League Baseball.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Corporate Parkway Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Families
Class & Event Types: America 250, Special Events, Early Literacy & Learning, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture, Homeschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tommy Terrific's Wacky Magic will be performing a magic show about Satchel Paige and Negro League Baseball.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Ages 18+" group
This event is in the "Ages 21+" group
This event is in the "Ages 55+" group

Book Discussion: "The Frozen River" by Ariel Lawhon

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room A at McClay Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Evenings & Weekends
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
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.

"A gripping historical mystery based on the real-life diary entries of Martha Ballard, an 18th-century midwife who defied the legal system and wrote herself into American history.

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, 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.

"A gripping historical mystery based on the real-life diary entries of Martha Ballard, an 18th-century midwife who defied the legal system and wrote herself into American history.

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.  

Sponsored by Friends

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

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Pre-K (Ages 3-5)" group
This event is in the "Early Elementary (Grades K-2)" group
This event is in the "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group
This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Family Fun: Heart Art

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room A&B at Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Class & Event Types:
Seasonal, Arts & Crafts, Evenings & Weekends
Age Group:
Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Families
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Families
Class & Event Types: Seasonal, Arts & Crafts, Evenings & Weekends
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.  

This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group

Teens Create: Miniature Library

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Community Room C at Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Class & Event Types:
Arts & Crafts, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12)

Join us in creating a miniature library for you to display at home! We'll be crafting miniature books and a miniature bookshelf to put them on. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room C
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in creating a miniature library for you to display at home! We'll be crafting miniature books and a miniature bookshelf to put them on. 

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.  

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Ages 18+" group
This event is in the "Ages 21+" group
This event is in the "Ages 55+" group

Once Upon a Romance: Time Travel

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual
Class & Event Types:
Reading Challenge, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+

Join us in discussing the romance genre and the books we love to read.

Participate or just hang out to hear why we love romance books and get some great recommendations from library staff members who are enthusiastic romance readers.

Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Reading Challenge, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in discussing the romance genre and the books we love to read.

Participate or just hang out to hear why we love romance books and get some great recommendations from library staff members who are enthusiastic romance readers.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group

Let's Read: "Sounder" by William H. Armstrong

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Community Room B at Spencer Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation, Homeschool
Age Group:
Kids, Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)

"Let's Read" is a book club for kids! Please pick up a copy of the book at the hosting branch, read on your own, and then come into the library for a group discussion and fun activities about the book you read!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Kids, Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation, Homeschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

"Let's Read" is a book club for kids! Please pick up a copy of the book at the hosting branch, read on your own, and then come into the library for a group discussion and fun activities about the book you read!

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group

Let's Read: "The First Cat in Space Ate Pizza" by Mac Barnett

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Community Room B at Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation, Homeschool
Age Group:
Kids, Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)

"Let's Read" is a book club for kids! Please pick up a copy of the book at the hosting branch, read on your own, and then come into the library for a group discussion and fun activities about the book you read!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Kids, Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation, Homeschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

"Let's Read" is a book club for kids! Please pick up a copy of the book at the hosting branch, read on your own, and then come into the library for a group discussion and fun activities about the book you read!

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.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Pre-K (Ages 3-5)" group
This event is in the "Early Elementary (Grades K-2)" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Pajama Story Time

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Community Room B 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 B
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Ages 18+" group
This event is in the "Ages 21+" group
This event is in the "Ages 55+" group

DIY Crafts: Wine Cork Heart

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Deer Run Branch
Class & Event Types:
Seasonal, Arts & Crafts, Evenings & Weekends
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+

Create a festive Valentine's Day craft. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Seasonal, Arts & Crafts, Evenings & Weekends
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create a festive Valentine's Day craft. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Early Elementary (Grades K-2)" group
This event is in the "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group

Read to a Dog!

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at WingHaven® Branch
Class & Event Types:
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: WingHaven® Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Class & Event Types: 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Ages 18+" group
This event is in the "Ages 21+" group
This event is in the "Ages 55+" group

Book Discussion: "The Briar Club" by Kate Quinn

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room A - BJC Progress West Room at Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Evenings & Weekends
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
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.

The New York Times bestselling author of The Diamond Eye and The Rose Code returns with a haunting and powerful story of female friendships and secrets in a Washington, DC, boardinghouse during the McCarthy era

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room A - BJC Progress West Room
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Books & More, 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.

The New York Times bestselling author of The Diamond Eye and The Rose Code returns with a haunting and powerful story of female friendships and secrets in a Washington, DC, boardinghouse during the McCarthy era

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Sponsored by Friends

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

This event is in the "Pre-K (Ages 3-5)" group
This event is in the "Early Elementary (Grades K-2)" group
This event is in the "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group

Tommy Terrific Presents: Satchel Paige and Negro League Baseball!

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room A&B at McClay Branch
Class & Event Types:
America 250, Special Events, Early Literacy & Learning, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture, Homeschool
Age Group:
Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8)

Tommy Terrific's Wacky Magic will be performing a magic show about Satchel Paige and Negro League Baseball.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8)
Class & Event Types: America 250, Special Events, Early Literacy & Learning, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture, Homeschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tommy Terrific's Wacky Magic will be performing a magic show about Satchel Paige and Negro League Baseball.

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.