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3D Printing Open Lab

Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Want to learn more about 3D printing? Join us on the first Thursday of each month to create 3D models, prototype, and skill share. An instructor will be present to assist with e...

Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Want to learn more about 3D printing? Join us on the first Thursday of each month to create 3D models, prototype, and skill share.

Disclaimer(s)

Exchange Safety

During this class, you will work with machinery and a variety of tools. Closed toe shoes are required. Avoid wearing baggy clothing or dangling jewelry, and tie back long hair.
 

Stories & More Ages 3-5

Friday, February 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
MN-Multipurpose Room at Main Library
Program Description:
Storytime
Age Group:
0-5
Storytime_Stories and More - Ages 3-5:

Get ready for kindergarten with stories, songs, movement and more!Preparing for kindergarten begins long before preschool and kindergarten sign ups! Storytimes build the skills nee...

Event Details:

This week is all about snowmen! We will be making our own paper snowmen, which will help with fine motor and scissor skills.  

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: 0-5
Program Description: Storytime
Event Details:

Get ready for kindergarten with stories, songs, movement and more!

Preparing for kindergarten begins long before preschool and kindergarten sign ups! Storytimes build the skills needed for kindergarten and provide helpful tips for adults to use at home. Structured around the Every Child Ready to Read™ Curriculum, storytime is a great way to have fun while working on reading skills, social skills, and motor skills.

This week is all about snowmen! We will be making our own paper snowmen, which will help with fine motor and scissor skills.  

Make It! Leather Quarter Holder

Friday, February 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Always forgetting that pesky quarter when grocery shopping? Learn how to make your own leather quarter holder! This class will cover the basics of leather working and how to hand s...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Always forgetting that pesky quarter when grocery shopping? Learn how to make your own leather quarter holder! This class will cover the basics of leather working and how to hand sew your leather projects with a saddle stitch. 

Disclaimer(s)

Exchange Safety

During this class, you will work with machinery and a variety of tools. Closed toe shoes are required. Avoid wearing baggy clothing or dangling jewelry, and tie back long hair.
 

Tai Chi Easy™ for Health and Relaxation

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
MN-Meeting Room B at Main Library
Program Description:
Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Whether you're new to tai chi or have practiced it for years, join Kristy Putnam, Tai Chi Easy™ Senior Trainer of the Integral Institute of Qigong and Tai Chi and a certified ...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Whether you're new to tai chi or have practiced it for years, join Kristy Putnam, Tai Chi Easy™ Senior Trainer of the Integral Institute of Qigong and Tai Chi and a certified Integrative Health Coach, for a six-week series. 

Homeschool Hub

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
MN-Multipurpose Room at Main Library
Program Description:
STEAM
Age Group:
6-11
Homeschool Hub:

Event Details:

Looking for a more advance STEM lesson? Come to Homeschool Hub where we will be teaching science lessons on robots, computers, and other small machines! 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: 6-11
Program Description: STEAM
Event Details:

Looking for a more advance STEM lesson? Come to Homeschool Hub where we will be teaching science lessons on robots, computers, and other small machines! 

Make It! Solder a Robot

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
UM-Meeting Room at Union Mills Branch
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Learn the basics of soldering by following step by step to make your very own battery-powered, illuminating robot to take home! 

Library Branch: Union Mills Branch
Room: UM-Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Learn the basics of soldering by following step by step to make your very own battery-powered, illuminating robot to take home! 

Family Storytime

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:30pm
MN-Multipurpose Room at Main Library
Program Description:
Storytime
Age Group:
Family
Storytime_Family Storytime:

This family-friendly storytime focuses on stories, songs and more for all ages! Storytimes build the skills needed for kindergarten and provide helpful tips for adults to use at...

Event Details:

This week, we are celebrating Valentine’s Day! To celebrate, we will be making our own valentines! This craft assists with creativity and fine motor skills.  

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Storytime
Event Details:

This family-friendly storytime focuses on stories, songs and more for all ages!

Storytimes build the skills needed for kindergarten and provide helpful tips for adults to use at home. Structured around the Every Child Ready to Read™ Curriculum, storytime is a great way to have fun while working on reading skills, social skills, and motor skills.

This week, we are celebrating Valentine’s Day! To celebrate, we will be making our own valentines! This craft assists with creativity and fine motor skills.  

Tai Chi Easy™ for Health and Relaxation

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
MN-Meeting Room B at Main Library
Program Description:
Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Whether you're new to tai chi or have practiced it for years, join Kristy Putnam, Tai Chi Easy™ Senior Trainer of the Integral Institute of Qigong and Tai Chi and a certified ...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Event Details:

Whether you're new to tai chi or have practiced it for years, join Kristy Putnam, Tai Chi Easy™ Senior Trainer of the Integral Institute of Qigong and Tai Chi and a certified Integrative Health Coach, for a six-week series. 

Page Turners

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
MN-Meeting Room B at Main Library
Program Description:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Please join us for a lively discussion of this month's selection. Newcomers are always welcome! Our title for discussion is: The Devil May Dance by Jake Tapper Summary: "C...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Please join us for a lively discussion of this month's selection. Newcomers are always welcome!

Sewing Open Lab

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Let's sew! Gather on the second Tuesdays of the month for an evening of sewing, friends, and skill sharing. Bring a project that you're currently working on or start a new one with...

Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Let's sew! Gather on the second Tuesdays of the month for an evening of sewing, friends, and skill sharing. Bring a project that you're currently working on or start a new one with us!

Disclaimer(s)

Exchange Safety

During this class, you will work with machinery and a variety of tools. Closed toe shoes are required. Avoid wearing baggy clothing or dangling jewelry, and tie back long hair.
 

Family Storytime

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
UM-Meeting Room at Union Mills Branch
Program Description:
Storytime
Age Group:
0-5
Event Details:

This family-friendly storytime focuses on stories, songs and more for all ages! Storytimes build the skills needed for kindergarten and provide helpful tips for adults to use at...

Library Branch: Union Mills Branch
Room: UM-Meeting Room
Age Group: 0-5
Program Description: Storytime
Event Details:

This family-friendly storytime focuses on stories, songs and more for all ages!

Make It! Lathe Salt and Pepper Shakers

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Work together with a loved one or a member of your household to turn a salt and pepper shaker on the wood lathe! Keep it for yourselves or give them as a gift set. One kit per coup...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Work together with a loved one or a member of your household to turn a salt and pepper shaker on the wood lathe! Keep it for yourselves or give them as a gift set. One kit per couple - ages 12 and up.

Disclaimer(s)

Exchange Safety

During this class, you will work with machinery and a variety of tools. Closed toe shoes are required. Avoid wearing baggy clothing or dangling jewelry, and tie back long hair.
 

Business Center 101

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
MN-Meeting Room A at Main Library
Program Description:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

LPCPL’s Business Center has the resources you need to grow or start your business, prepare for a party, and more! You can create your own logo, banner, or business cards using our ...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Technology
Event Details:

LPCPL’s Business Center has the resources you need to grow or start your business, prepare for a party, and more! You can create your own logo, banner, or business cards using our Design Stations --- then print when you’re ready! 

Play & Learn Ages 0-3

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
MN-Multipurpose Room at Main Library
Program Description:
Storytime
Age Group:
0-5
Storytime_Play and Learn - Ages 0-3:

Sing, move, dance, and rhyme with us during this interactive storytime!Babies and their grown-up are encouraged to engage and participate in a storytime structured around the Every...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: 0-5
Program Description: Storytime

Sing, move, dance, and rhyme with us during this interactive storytime!

Babies and their grown-up are encouraged to engage and participate in a storytime structured around the Every Child Ready to Read™ curriculum! Classes incorporate books, technology, movement, and hands-on practice to engage children and adults in a fun, friendly environment.

Hooked on Books

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
FL-Meeting Room at Fish Lake Branch
Program Description:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult
Book Club:

Event Details:

Please join us for a lively discussion of this month's selection. Newcomers are always welcome! Our title for discussion is: Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van ...

Library Branch: Fish Lake Branch
Room: FL-Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Please join us for a lively discussion of this month's selection. Newcomers are always welcome!

Conversation Hearts Valentine Fun Day

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
RP-Meeting Room at Rolling Prairie Branch
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Celebrate Valentine's Day with games and arts & crafts! Play a variety of games using the ever-popular conversation candy hearts. There will also be a craft station with cutout...

Library Branch: Rolling Prairie Branch
Room: RP-Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Event Details:

Celebrate Valentine's Day with games and arts & crafts! Play a variety of games using the ever-popular conversation candy hearts.

Won't You Be My ValenSLIME?!

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
HA-Meeting Room at Hanna Branch
Program Description:
STEAM
Age Group:
0-5, 6-11, Teen, Family
Event Details:

Create your own Valen-slime with this gooey concoction! Stay warm indoors while we make sparkly, squishy Valentine's slime! It's great for sensory play or to give as a Valentine's ...

Library Branch: Hanna Branch
Room: HA-Meeting Room
Age Group: 0-5, 6-11, Teen, Family
Program Description: STEAM
Event Details:

Create your own Valen-slime with this gooey concoction! Stay warm indoors while we make sparkly, squishy Valentine's slime! It's great for sensory play or to give as a Valentine's treat. 

No-Sew Tie Heart Pillows

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Kingsford Heights Branch
Program Description:
Local Interests, Maker
Age Group:
6-11, Teen
Event Details:

With Valentine's Day right around the corner, there is still time to create a personalized, handmade valentine gift for the special someone in your life! These hearts are easy and ...

Library Branch: Kingsford Heights Branch
Age Group: 6-11, Teen
Program Description: Local Interests, Maker
Event Details:

With Valentine's Day right around the corner, there is still time to create a personalized, handmade valentine gift for the special someone in your life!

Stories & More Ages 3-5

Friday, February 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
MN-Multipurpose Room at Main Library
Program Description:
Storytime
Age Group:
0-5
Storytime_Stories and More - Ages 3-5:

Get ready for kindergarten with stories, songs, movement and more!Preparing for kindergarten begins long before preschool and kindergarten sign ups! Storytimes build the skills nee...

Event Details:

This week, we are celebrating Valentine’s Day! To celebrate, we will be making our own valentines! This craft assists with creativity and fine motor skills.  

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: 0-5
Program Description: Storytime
Event Details:

Get ready for kindergarten with stories, songs, movement and more!

Preparing for kindergarten begins long before preschool and kindergarten sign ups! Storytimes build the skills needed for kindergarten and provide helpful tips for adults to use at home. Structured around the Every Child Ready to Read™ Curriculum, storytime is a great way to have fun while working on reading skills, social skills, and motor skills.

This week, we are celebrating Valentine’s Day! To celebrate, we will be making our own valentines! This craft assists with creativity and fine motor skills.  

Cooking with Kids

Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
CS-Meeting Room at Coolspring Branch
Program Description:
Health and Wellness, Presentation
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

We will learn basic cooking skills, promote healthy eating habits, and enjoy some yummy food together! Today we will be making edible fossil parfaits! Cooking experience is not req...

Library Branch: Coolspring Branch
Room: CS-Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Health and Wellness, Presentation
Event Details:

We will learn basic cooking skills, promote healthy eating habits, and enjoy some yummy food together! Today we will be making edible fossil parfaits! Cooking experience is not required.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

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Talk & Stitch

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Interested in knitting, crochet, hand-sewing, or other needlework projects? Whether you're just learning or have decades of experience, join fellow fiber craft enthusiasts for an e...

Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Interested in knitting, crochet, hand-sewing, or other needlework projects? Whether you're just learning or have decades of experience, join fellow fiber craft enthusiasts for an evening of stitching!

Play & Learn Ages 0-3

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
MN-Multipurpose Room at Main Library
Program Description:
Storytime
Age Group:
0-5
Storytime_Play and Learn - Ages 0-3:

Sing, move, dance, and rhyme with us during this interactive storytime!Babies and their grown-up are encouraged to engage and participate in a storytime structured around the Every...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: 0-5
Program Description: Storytime

Sing, move, dance, and rhyme with us during this interactive storytime!

Babies and their grown-up are encouraged to engage and participate in a storytime structured around the Every Child Ready to Read™ curriculum! Classes incorporate books, technology, movement, and hands-on practice to engage children and adults in a fun, friendly environment.

Talking Books

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Kingsford Heights Branch
Program Description:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult
Book Club:

Event Details:

Please join us for a lively discussion of this month's selection. Newcomers are always welcome! Our title for discussion is: Into the Water by Paula Hawkins  Summary: ...

Library Branch: Kingsford Heights Branch
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Please join us for a lively discussion of this month's selection. Newcomers are always welcome!