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Mahjong Club

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Renner-Frankford - Auditorium at Renner Frankford Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Looking to play Mahjong in a relaxed, friendly environment? We're a club that meets Tuesdays and Fridays to socialize and play games of a beginner-friendly Chinese version of mahjo...

Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Looking to play Mahjong in a relaxed, friendly environment? We're a club that meets Tuesdays and Fridays to socialize and play games of a beginner-friendly Chinese version of mahjong with optional scoring.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Oneshot Dungeons & Dragons

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Skyline - Study Room at Skyline Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Join us for self-contained dungeon and dragons adventures! No knowledge or equipment necessary, just bring your imagination.

Required
Library Branch: Skyline Branch
Room: Skyline - Study Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Join us for self-contained dungeon and dragons adventures! No knowledge or equipment necessary, just bring your imagination.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Beginner Adult Ukulele

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hampton-Illinois - Black Box Theater at Hampton-Illinois Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to learn an instrument? Ukuele is a great place to start! Explore the joy of playing the ukulele in this 8-week long workshop for beginner adults. We will lear...

Required
Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to learn an instrument? Ukuele is a great place to start! Explore the joy of playing the ukulele in this 8-week long workshop for beginner adults.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Switch Game Night for Adults

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
White Rock Hills - Auditorium at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

A game night just for adults! Challenge our staff to a game of Mario Kart, Mario Party, or Super Smash Bros.

Required
Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Details:

A game night just for adults! Challenge our staff to a game of Mario Kart, Mario Party, or Super Smash Bros.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Tarot Reading Workshop

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dallas West - In Library at Dallas West Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Learn how to read and interpret Tarot cards!This workshop series is designed to take beginners on an in-depth journey through the different cards and what each represents.Participa...

Library Branch: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - In Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Learn how to read and interpret Tarot cards!


This workshop series is designed to take beginners on an in-depth journey through the different cards and what each represents.

This event is in the "Family" group.

#LibraryShelfieDay

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 9:15am - 7:45pm
Timberglen - Lobby at Timberglen Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

National Library Shelfie Day is a day to share pictures on social media of your favorite book shelf display. What better way to celebrate and be part of this trend than to take a p...

Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Lobby
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

National Library Shelfie Day is a day to share pictures on social media of your favorite book shelf display. What better way to celebrate and be part of this trend than to take a picture with an artfully decorated display at your local library?

This event is in the "Infant & Toddler" group.

Baby & Me

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Timberglen - Auditorium at Timberglen Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Infant & Toddler
Event Details:

A fun and interactive experience designed for both babies and parents. Engage in activities that promote bonding, learn valuable skills, and connect with other parents in a support...

Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Auditorium
Age Group: Infant & Toddler
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

A fun and interactive experience designed for both babies and parents. Engage in activities that promote bonding, learn valuable skills, and connect with other parents in a supportive environment.

This event is in the "Infant & Toddler" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Toddler Storytime

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Audelia Road - Auditorium at Audelia Road Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Infant & Toddler, Preschool
Event Details:

Practice the skills you need to be ready to read. Hear stories, sing songs, jump around and learn! Suggested ages: 18 months - 3 years old.

Library Branch: Audelia Road Branch
Room: Audelia Road - Auditorium
Age Group: Infant & Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Practice the skills you need to be ready to read. Hear stories, sing songs, jump around and learn!

Suggested ages: 18 months - 3 years old.

This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Senior Puzzle Challenge

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Bishop Larry Mcgriff Auditorium at Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Ready to exercise your brain?  Visit the Lancaster-Kiest branch for our puzzle challenge series.

Required
Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Bishop Larry Mcgriff Auditorium
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Ready to exercise your brain?  Visit the Lancaster-Kiest branch for our puzzle challenge series.

This event is in the "Seniors" group.

American Mahjong

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Play a game of American Mahjong with others!   Contact Lester Hanson at 8172290649 if you'd like to learn how to play to set up a learning appointment.  

Required
Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 60
Event Details:

Play a game of American Mahjong with others!

 

Contact Lester Hanson at 8172290649 if you'd like to learn how to play to set up a learning appointment.

 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Book Talk

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mountain Creek - Auditorium at Mountain Creek Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Book lovers unite for a lively literary adventure! Whether you're into thrillers, romance, or non-fiction, this is the perfect place to share thoughts and stories from whatever boo...

Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Book lovers unite for a lively literary adventure! Whether you're into thrillers, romance, or non-fiction, this is the perfect place to share thoughts and stories from whatever book has captured your attention.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Creative Writing Workshop

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Vickery Park - Conference Room C at Vickery Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

This series is curated for writers who would like to receive feedback and input on ways to improve their current projects, by sharing their works in an intimate setting. Each sessi...

Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Conference Room C
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

This series is curated for writers who would like to receive feedback and input on ways to improve their current projects, by sharing their works in an intimate setting.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.

Crafternoon

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Vickery Park - Classroom 1 at Vickery Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature, Español, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

Crafternoons is a creative event held every other Wednesday at the Vickery Park Branch Library. Unleash your creativity and enjoy an afternoon of crafting and artistic expression!&...

Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 1
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Español, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Crafternoons is a creative event held every other Wednesday at the Vickery Park Branch Library. Unleash your creativity and enjoy an afternoon of crafting and artistic expression!

 

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Bob Ross Paint-A-Long

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Skyline - Auditorium at Skyline Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Embrace your inner artist through the instruction of a new Bob Ross "The Joy of Painting" episode every other week. Known for his calming and encouraging teaching style, along with...

Library Branch: Skyline Branch
Room: Skyline - Auditorium
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Embrace your inner artist through the instruction of a new Bob Ross "The Joy of Painting" episode every other week.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.

Chess for ages 7+

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Vickery Park - Classroom 2 at Vickery Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

Stop by the Vickery Park Branch Library every Wednesday @ 4 pm to learn the rules and strategies of chess!This program is suitable for kids ages 7 and up and welcome to all!

Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 2
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Stop by the Vickery Park Branch Library every Wednesday @ 4 pm to learn the rules and strategies of chess!

This program is suitable for kids ages 7 and up and welcome to all!

This event is in the "Adult" group.

American Mah Jongg

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Preston Royal - Auditorium at Preston Royal Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

🀄Meet new friends and discover the addiction of the game of Mah Jongg.🀄These sessions will be open-play with no instructors and you must bring your own set.Sign up for Preston Roya...

Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch
Room: Preston Royal - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

🀄Meet new friends and discover the addiction of the game of Mah Jongg.🀄

These sessions will be open-play with no instructors and you must bring your own set.

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Volunteer Opportunities for Teens

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lakewood - Eloise Sherman Conference Room at Lakewood Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Learn about volunteer opportunities to help your community and fulfill your hours requirements!  Cathy Hurst from VolunteerNow will be here to share information about their or...

Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Eloise Sherman Conference Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Learn about volunteer opportunities to help your community and fulfill your hours requirements!  Cathy Hurst from VolunteerNow will be here to share information about their organization and the many opport

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Grauwyler Gaming

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Grauwyler Park - In Library at Grauwyler Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Pull up a chair, take a break, and play new tabletop games. Staff will guide patrons through new games different from classical titles, such as Chess and Monopoly. Join the fun and...

Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch
Room: Grauwyler Park - In Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Pull up a chair, take a break, and play new tabletop games. Staff will guide patrons through new games different from classical titles, such as Chess and Monopoly. Join the fun and meet new people as we play these games together.

This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Vintage Makers: Bad Art Night

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Skillman Southwestern - Auditorium at Skillman Southwestern Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Leave your self-criticism at the door! Bad Art Night is all about celebrating the joy of creation, regardless of your artistic abilities. Whether you're a seasoned artist or haven'...

Library Branch: Skillman Southwestern Branch
Room: Skillman Southwestern - Auditorium
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Leave your self-criticism at the door! Bad Art Night is all about celebrating the joy of creation, regardless of your artistic abilities. Whether you're a seasoned artist or haven't picked up a brush in years, this night is for you.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.

Pinch Pots for Kids

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Oak Lawn - Auditorium at Oak Lawn Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

In this hands-on workshop, participants will explore their creativity by crafting their own pinch pots made out of clay. This program is a wonderful blend of creativity, fine ...

Library Branch: Oak Lawn Branch
Room: Oak Lawn - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

In this hands-on workshop, participants will explore their creativity by crafting their own pinch pots made out of clay. This program is a wonderful blend of creativity, fine motor development, and cultural learning, making it both fun and ed

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Tabletop Mini Painting

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Park Forest - Auditorium at Park Forest Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

If you ever wanted to spice up your tabletop RPG (role playing game) with hand-painted minis, this is the place for you! Paints, pallets, and brushes provided. Bring your own figur...

Library Branch: Park Forest Branch
Room: Park Forest - Auditorium
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

If you ever wanted to spice up your tabletop RPG (role playing game) with hand-painted minis, this is the place for you! Paints, pallets, and brushes provided. Bring your own figure or try your hand with one of ours!

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Teen Night: Unsolved Case Files

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium at Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

See if you can solve these Unsolved true crime mysteries. Work together to crack the case! 

Library Branch: Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Room: Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

See if you can solve these Unsolved true crime mysteries. Work together to crack the case! 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Acoustic Jam at the Library

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Timberglen - Auditorium at Timberglen Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Adult Acoustic Guitar Jam. Come out and bring your acoustic guitar. We will be learning songs and arrangements, and having a great time

Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Adult Acoustic Guitar Jam. Come out and bring your acoustic guitar. We will be learning songs and arrangements, and having a great time

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Preston Royal Discussion Book Club

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Preston Royal - Auditorium at Preston Royal Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

The Preston Royal Book Club is back in person. Due to the holidays we will be meeting on the 2nd Wednesday of December. Email kmalmberg@att.net if you would like to join...

Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch
Room: Preston Royal - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

The Preston Royal Book Club is back in person.

Due to the holidays we will be meeting on the 2nd Wednesday of December.

Email kmalmberg@att.net if you would like to join by Zoom to request a link.