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ONLINE EVENTS Adult Classics Weekly Book Club
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The Readers: Conversations about Books
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Adult Story Time – Listen and Relax to a Story
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Virtual Queer Community Book Club (VQCBC)
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Online Family History Forum
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Eleanor Deckert’s Memoir Writing Workshop
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ASL Basics for Teens and Adults
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Online Mobile Meetup – Apple (iPhones and iPads)
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Online Mobile Meetup – Android (Smart Phones and Tablets)
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Reading Bucket List - Part 2 of 4: Explore the World
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Sustainable Savories & Sweets - Contribute to our Cookbook
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Winter Wise: Green and Thrifty Challenge
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Freedom to Read Quiz
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Young Adult American Sign Language Basics for Teens and Adults
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Virtual Queer Community Book Club (VQCBC)
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Kids Online Pyjama Story Time
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American Sign Language Basics for Kids
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ARMSTRONG LIBRARY Kids Celebrate the Forests: A Collaborative Art Project for Children
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Break-In Bags
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S.T.E.A.M. Take and Make Kits
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Storytime To Go Kits
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Super Saturdays
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Unplug and Play Week
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Spring Break Fun!
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Adults Armstrong Book Club
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Canasta (Hand and Foot Version)
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Friday Night Games
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Spices of the World
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An Introduction to Brain Health- Presented by the Alzheimer Society of B.C. 14
ENDERBY LIBRARY Kids Project Preschool
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Steam Saturday
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Kiki the Eco Elf Sponsored by EDAC!
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Glow in the Dark Story Time
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Unplug and Play Week
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Teens Retro Teen Night
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Adults Kicking it Old School
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Spices of the World
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Author Reading and Q&A
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Enderby Book Club
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Sit 'n Knit
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SICAMOUS LIBRARY Adults Book Club
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Movie Matinee
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Brighten the Winter Blues with a Bulb
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Scrabble Saturday
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Murder Mystery Night
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Kids Monthly STEAM Project
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Friday Lego Club
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Unplug and Play List
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Spring Break Escape
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Teens Teen Saturdays
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Families Family Bingo
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Juggling with Evan
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ONLINe PROGRAMS
ADULT ONLINE CLUBS Classics Weekly Book Club
Welcome to Classics Weekly, a virtual book club where we tackle a classic novel together and meet online every Thursday to discuss what we’ve read. Participants are responsible for finding a copy of the books. Titles will be chosen during the meetings. Online registration is required. The program is delivered via Microsoft Teams. To participate, you will need: - a computer, smartphone, or tabl - a WiFi connecti - a willingness to discuss and dissect literature in a friendly atmosphere! Adults | Registration Required Thursday | January 4 to Thursday | March 28 Weekly on Thursdays | 12:00 PM PST - 1:00 PM PST Presented by Salmon Arm Library
The Readers: Conversations about Books
Join our friendly group of book lovers as we explore the wonderful world of books together. Connect with others, share your thoughts, and expand your reading horizons. Each conversation begins with a question or a theme and we let the discussion flow naturally from there. We welcome all kinds of reading because reading is reading, no matter how you enjoy! This program is conducted over the phone, and you don't need to have any computer skills. To participate, you can register online, call us at 778658-6394, or email access@orl.bc.ca to get the phone number and access code for the conference line. Adults | Registration Required Wednesday | January 3 to Wednesday | March 27 Weekly on Wednesdays | 2:00 PM PST - 3:00 PM PST Presented by Access Services
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Adult Story Time – Listen and Relax to a Story Storytelling is core to the human experience. When was the last time you could sit back, relax, and let someone else do the reading? Join us for 30-40 minutes to listen to a story with a discussion to follow. This program is over the phone – no computer knowledge is required. Please register online, call 778658-6394, or email access@orl.bc.ca to receive the conference line phone number and access code. Adults | Registration Required Tuesday | January 2 | 2:00 PM PST - 3:00 PM PST Tuesday | February 6 | 2:00 PM PST - 3:00 PM PST Tuesday | March 5 | 2:00 PM PST - 3:00 PM PST Presented by Access Services
Virtual Queer Community Book Club (VQCBC)
Recommended for Teens and Adults, the VQCBC features books written by 2SLGBTQ+ (2 Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer) authors. The VQCBC strives to deepen our sense of community and ourselves in a queer centric space. Adults | Registration Required Wednesday | January 31 | 6:30 PM PST - 8:00 PM PST Wednesday | February 28 | 6:30 PM PST - 8:00 PM PST Wednesday | March 27 | 6:30 PM PST - 8:00 PM PST Presented by Westbank Library and Westside Learning Lab
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Online Family History Forum
Join us for monthly topics hosted virtually by the Kelowna & District Genealogical Society! They will cover a variety of fascinating topics related to family history. Please visit our events calendar to register and receive the Zoom login information necessary to participate. Adults | Registration Required Tuesday | January 23 | 6:30 PM PST - 8:00 PM PST Tuesday | February 27 | 6:30 PM PST - 8:00 PM PST Tuesday | March 26 | 6:30 PM PST - 8:00 PM PST Presented by Downtown Kelowna Library
eleanor Deckert’s Memoir Writing Workshop
In this 4-part virtual workshop, Eleanor will share her unique Memoir Writing Method with beginners and challenge writers who have attempted memoir writing to improve the reader's experience. Chat, collaborate and learn together in a friendly, inclusive environment. Adults | Registration Required Wednesday | January 31 to Wednesday | February 21 Weekly on Wednesdays | 1:00 PM PST - 2:30 PM PST Presented by Downtown Kelowna Library
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Explore the world of sign language! Join our program to learn American Sign Language (ASL) and learn about Deaf culture. Fun and interactive, this series of six classes covers the basics of ASL. Please commit to all classes. Embrace inclusivity and enhance communication skills. Join us to start your sign language journey! Adults | Registration Required Saturday | January 6 to Saturday | February 10 Weekly on Saturdays | 9:15 AM PST - 10:15 AM PST Presented by the Access Services and Rutland Library
TECHNOLOGY Online Mobile Meetup – Apple (iPhones and iPads) A set of three sessions designed to help participants learn how to navigate their iPads and/or iPhones. Must register for all three sessions in either February or March as they build upon each other. Register all family members attending under one name. Adults | Registration Required Tuesday | February 6 | 1:00 PM PST - 2:00 PM PST Tuesday | February 13 | 1:00 PM PST - 2:00 PM PST Tuesday | February 20 | 1:00 PM PST - 2:00 PM PST Friday | March 8 | 10:00 AM PST - 11:00 AM PST Friday | March 15 | 10:00 AM PST - 11:00 AM PST Friday | March 22 | 10:00 AM PST - 11:00 AM PST Presented by Downtown Kelowna Library
Online Mobile Meetup – Android (Smart Phones and Tablets)
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ASL Basics for Teens and Adults
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A set of three sessions designed to help participants learn how to navigate their Tablets and/or Smart Phones. Must register for all three sessions in either February or March as they build upon each other. Register all family members attending under one name. Adults | Registration Required Friday | February 9 | 10:00 AM PST - 11:00 AM PST Friday | February 16 | 10:00 AM PST - 11:00 AM PST Friday | February 23 | 10:00 AM PST - 11:00 AM PST Tuesday | March 5 | 1:00 PM PST - 2:00 PM PST Tuesday | March 12 | 1:00 PM PST - 2:00 PM PST Tuesday | March 19 | 1:00 PM PST - 2:00 PM PST Presented by Downtown Kelowna Library
SELF-DIRECTED ACTIVITIES & CHALLENGES Reading Bucket List - Part 2 of 4: explore the World Grab your favourite bookmark and read! Join this challenge and start crossing off our “Reading Bucket List.” We've split our "Reading Bucket List" into four parts: Part 1, released in 2022, lists ORL library staff's favourite classic reads. Part 2, released this year, invites you to explore the world, especially outside of Englishspeaking countries. Both lists include a wide variety of subjects, so there is something for everyone’s taste and you may find some books that surprise you. Join the fun, try something new, and earn a reward each time you complete a list. More info is available at www.orl.bc.ca/bucket, or visit your local library! Adults | Registration Required Presented by Adult Services
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Sustainable Savories & Sweets - Contribute to our Cookbook Celebrate conscious cooking, reduce food waste, and source locally for our community-led cookbook! Submit your sustainable recipes at https://libraryplus. ca/myrecipe/ by January 20, 2024. Watch for the completed cookbook in Spring 2024. All Ages
Presented by Adult Services
Winter Wise: Green and Thrifty Challenge
As we enter a new season, we invite you to embrace the concept of Winter Wise: Green and Thrifty and carry it with you throughout the new year. Start with the activities enclosed; designed to encourage a deeper understanding and strive to use the concept of sustainability in many aspects of your life. Join by signing in to Beanstack via www.orl.bc.ca/ challenge or check in at your local branch. Adults
Presented by Adult Services
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Freedom to Read Quiz February 18-24, 2024 is Freedom to Read Week! Celebrate the week by participating in the ORL Trivia Challenge. Look for more information on our website or in your local branch during the week. Presented by Adult Services
YOUNG ADULT ONLINE PROGRAMS FOR TEENS American Sign Language Basics for Teens and Adults Explore the world of sign language! Join our program to learn American Sign Language (ASL) and learn about Deaf culture. Fun and interactive, this series of six classes covers the basics of ASL. Please commit to all classes. Embrace inclusivity and enhance communication skills. Join us to start your sign language journey! Teens | Registration Required Saturday | January 6 to Saturday | February 10 Weekly on Saturdays | 9:15 AM PST - 10:15 AM PST Presented by Rutland Library and Access Services
Virtual Queer Community Book Club (VQCBC)
Recommended for Teens and Adults. The VQCBC features books written by 2SLGBTQ+ (2 Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer) authors. The VQCBC strives to deepen our sense of community and ourselves in a queer centric space. Teens | Registration Required Wednesday | January 31 | 6:30 PM PST - 8:00 PM PST Wednesday | February 28 | 6:30 PM PST - 8:00 PM PST Wednesday | March 27 | 6:30 PM PST - 8:00 PM PST Wednesday | April 24 | 6:30 PM PST - 8:00 PM PST Presented by Westbank Library and Westside Learning Lab
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ONLINE PROGRAMS FOR 0-5 YEARS
Online Pyjama Story Time
Snuggle up for Pyjama Story Time! Featuring longer books, songs, puppets and rhymes for some prebedtime silliness. Don't forget your stuffie! Family | Registration Required Tuesday | January 9 to Tuesday | March 26 Weekly on Tuesdays | 6:30 PM PST - 7:10 PM PST Presented by Downtown Kelowna Library
ONLINE PROGRAMS FOR 6-12 YEARS American Sign Language Basics for Kids
Let's dive into Sign Language! Discover ASL and Deaf Culture in our exciting program. Get ready for fun and interactive classes where you'll learn the ABCs of ASL. Comit to all six classes to start your journey! Open your heart to inclusivity and boost your communication skills. Are you ready to embark on a sign language adventure? Sign up now! School Age | Registration Required Monday | January 8 to Monday | February 12 Weekly on Mondays | 4:00 PM PST - 4:45 PM PST Presented by Rutland Library and Access Services
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KIDS Celebrate the Forests: A Collaborative Art Project for Children Attention children of Armstrong: Please join us for a collaborative art project! Connect with other kids of the Armstrong community as we create another large wall puzzle to be displayed in the library. Stop by the library to claim a blank puzzle piece, then use your artistic talent to creatively decorate your piece in a way that celebrates forests. Limited pieces are available; one piece per person. Pieces may be picked up beginning January 2 and must be returned to the library by March 2. School Age | Grab-n-Go Tuesday | January 2 to Saturday | March 2
Break-In Bags Do you love escape rooms and puzzles? Then you're going to love a break-in bag! Think "escape room", except instead of trying to break out, you're trying to break in! Solve 3 puzzles to find the numeric code that will open the lock and free your loot! (While supplies last.) School Age | Grab-n-Go Tuesday | January 9 to Saturday | February 10 Tuesday | February 13 to Saturday | March 9 Tuesday | March 12 to Saturday | April 6
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Starting January 9, there will be a new kit every 2 weeks. (While supplies last.) School Age | Grab-n-Go Tuesday | January 9 to Saturday | March 16
Storytime To Go Kits Experience all the fun of storytime from the comfort of your home with our storytime-to-go kits! (While supplies last.) Family | Grab-n-Go Tuesday | January 9 to Saturday | March 30
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S.T.E.A.M. Take and Make Kits
Super Saturdays Come down to the library every Saturday to have fun! We will have LEGO, Keva planks, and other fun activities to do! Family | Drop-In Saturday | January 6 to Saturday | March 23 | 10:30 AM PST - 1:00 PM PST
Unplug and Play Week
Skip the screen and come down to the library to celebrate Unplug and Play Week. Family | Drop-In Tuesday | January 23 to Saturday | January 27
Spring Break Fun! Looking for some amazingly fun activities to do during spring break? Come down to the library. Please check the website in February for more information. School Age | Drop-In Tuesday | March 19 to Thursday | March 28
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ADULTS Armstrong Book Club Join us at the library for good books, good discussion, and good company. The first Wednesday of each month. Adults | Drop-In Wednesday | January 3 to Wednesday | June 5 | 1:30 PM PST - 2:30 PM PST
Canasta (Hand and Foot Version)
Come and join our friendly group of Canasta players. No experience is necessary- we will teach you! Adults | Drop-In Thursday | January 4 to Thursday | March 28 | 1:00 PM PST - 3:00 PM PST
Friday Night Games Do you like playing board games, role-playing games, and D&D? Or do you have a game that you want to play and connect with other people? Come down to the Armstrong Library and make new friends at our Friday night games night! All Ages | Drop-In Friday | January 5 to Friday | March 22 | 5:00 PM PST - 8:00 PM PST
Spices of the World Do you like to try new flavors and recipes? Join the library on a culinary adventure! Each month we will feature a different spice with recipes to try. (While supplies last.) Adults | Grab-n-Go
SPECIAL EVENT An Introduction to Brain Health- Presented by the Alzheimer Society of B.C. It's never too late to make changes for a healthier brain. Learn how to maintain or improve your brain health by exploring topics including natural aging changes, dementia, risk reduction, memory, brain training, and more. To register, please call the First Link Dementia Helpline at 1-800-936-6033. Adults | Registration Required Tuesday | January 23 | 1:00 PM PST - 2:30 PM PST
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KIDS Project Preschool On the second Wednesday of the month pop into the library with your preschooler and take part in a fun story-related activity or craft. Staff will have a different story and project on hand every time. Preschool | Drop-In Wednesday | January 10 | 10:00 AM PST - 2:00 PM PST Wednesday | February 14 | 10:00 AM PST - 2:00 PM PST Wednesday | March 13 | 10:00 AM PST - 2:00 PM PST
Steam Saturday Each month we will have a different S.T.E.A.M. project or experiment for your school-aged children. Drop in to see what the library staff has up their sleeves. School Age | Drop-In Saturday | January 13 | 10:00 AM PST - 2:00 PM PST Saturday | February 10 | 10:00 AM PST - 2:00 PM PST Saturday | March 9 | 10:00 AM PST - 2:00 PM PST
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Kiki the Eco Elf Sponsored by EDAC! Enderby & District Arts Council is proud to present Kiki the Eco Elf to kick off Unplug & Play Week! Kiki is a multi-talented children's performer who puts on a wonderfully upbeat and uplifting show packed with songs about ecological awareness, being kind, and showing gratitude. Families | Drop-In Friday | January 20 | 10:30 AM PST
Glow in the Dark Story Time Join us at the library for a very special glow-in-the-dark storytime. Wear your jammies and bring your favorite stuffy, you might be surprised what the staff has in store! Preschool | Drop-In Friday | January 26 | 6:00 PM PST
Unplug and Play Week Put down those devices and come by the branch to discover what sort of things we have going on for Unplug and Play Week! There will be scavenger hunts, crafts, science experiments, and more. School Age | Drop-In Saturday | January 20 to Sunday | January 28
TEENS Retro Teen Night Join us on the last Wednesday of the month for a fun-themed night at the library only for teens! Activities and themes will be announced. Teens | Registration Required Wednesday | January 31 | 6:00 PM PST - 8:00 PM PST Wednesday | February 28 | 6:00 PM PST - 8:00 PM PST Wednesday | March 27 | 6:00 PM PST - 8:00 PM PST
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Kicking it Old School Back by popular demand the second Wednesday of the month is for the grownups! Join us in the branch for adult programs like paint nights or murder mysteries. Exact programs will be announced, stay tuned. Adults | Registration Required Tuesday | January 10 | Time TBA PST
Tuesday | February 14 | 6:00 PM PST - 8:00 PM PST
Spices of the World
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ADULTS
Pop by the library and get ready for a culinary adventure. Each month we will feature a different spice along with recipes to try. (While supplies last) Adults | Drop-In
Author Reading and Q&A Join us at the library for an evening with the ORL's own L.E. Wagensveld (known to us as Lindsay!) L.E. will be reading from her books, sharing stories from her journey so far as an author, and answering your questions. If you love books as much as she does, don't miss out. Adults | Drop-In Friday | February 9 | 6:00 PM PST - 7:30 PM PST
Enderby Book Club Engaging in discussions about a wide range of literary works. Participants will explore different genres, and share thoughts & opinions with fellow book lovers. This social event is perfect for avid and new readers looking to expand their reading material. Meeting the last Friday of the month from September to June. Adults | Registration Required Friday | January 26 | 3:00 PM PST Friday | February 23 | 3:00 PM PST Friday | March 29 | 3:00 PM PST
Friday | September 29 to Friday | June 28
Sit 'n Knit Tuesday drop-in sessions for knitters of all experience levels. This cozy and welcoming knitting circle is a perfect opportunity to relax, socialize, and unleash your creativity. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced knitter, join like-minded individuals to share ideas, and learn new skills. Adults | Drop-In Tuesday | September 12 to Tuesday | March 28 Weekly on Tuesdays | 1:00 PM PST - 3:00 PM PST
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ADULTS Book Club Stop by the library early in the month to pick up a copy of our book of the month. On the last Tuesday of each month, we'll meet at the library to spark some good conversation on issues the book raises. Adults | Drop-In Tuesday | January 30 | 1:00 PM PST - 2:00 PM PST Tuesday | February 27 | 1:00 PM PST - 2:00 PM PST Tuesday | March 26 | 1:00 PM PST - 2:00 PM PST
Movie Matinee Join us at the library to enjoy a movie or documentary using Kanopy. Popcorn supplied! Adults | Drop-In Saturday | January 6 | 2:00 PM PST - 4:00 PM PST Saturday | February 3 | 2:00 PM PST - 4:00 PM PST Saturday | March 2 | 2:00 PM PST - 4:00 PM PST
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Enjoy an early spring - come to the library and plant a bulb that will bloom in your home this winter. Adults | Drop-In Saturday | January 13 | 11:00 AM PST - 2:00 PM PST
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Brighten the Winter Blues with a Bulb
Scrabble Saturday Monthly in-person Scrabble game at the library. Adults | Registration Required Saturday | January 27 | 1:00 PM PST - 2:00 PM PST Saturday | February 24 | 1:00 PM PST - 2:00 PM PST Saturday | March 23 | 1:00 PM PST - 2:00 PM PST
Murder Mystery Night Murder Mystery Night is back! Interact with other guests to try to solve a new crime. Register to get your character information. Feel free to dress the part! Adults | Registration Required Friday | February 23 | 7:00 PM PST - 9:30 PM PST
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KIDS Monthly STEAM Project Come to the library to do a different STEAM project each month. School Age | Drop-In
Friday Lego Club Build some cool Lego creations with your friends. School Age | Drop-In Weekly on Fridays | 2:30 PM PST - 4:00 PM PST
Unplug and Play List Grab a list of screen-free activities to do during Unplug and Play week - bring the completed list back for a prize. School Age | Grab-n-Go Saturday | January 20 to Saturday | January 27
Spring Break Escape Challenge yourself - follow the clues to solve the puzzles and win a prize! School Age | Drop-In Tuesday | March 19 to Tuesday | April 2
TEENS Teen Saturdays Need a place to hang out with your friends? We'll supply something fun to do and a snack. Teens | Drop-In Saturday | January 13 | 2:00 PM PST - 4:00 PM PST Saturday | February 10 | 2:00 PM PST - 4:00 PM PST Saturday | March 9 | 2:00 PM PST - 4:00 PM PST
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Family Bingo Play bingo with your friends and family! Win prizes! Family | Drop-In Friday | January 26 | 6:00 PM PST - 7:00 PM PST Friday | February 16 | 6:00 PM PST - 7:00 PM PST Friday | March 15 | 6:00 PM PST - 7:00 PM PST
Juggling with Evan Kick-off Unplug and Play week with an exciting performance by Evan the Juggler! Be astounded by Evan's amazing skills at juggling a variety of objects. He will be giving juggling tips to the kids too. School Age | Drop-In Saturday | January 20 | 1:00 PM PST - 2:00 PM PST
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