Week Calendar

Little scientists (preschoolers ages 3 - 5) will explore Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math concepts through stories and hands-on projects.

This month's concept: Sink or Float?

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This simple thanksgiving science experiment featuring a melting turkey is a great way to engage young kids and get them curious and excited about science.  This November science experiment allows children to explore the simple chemi

One Saturday a month we do something fun for the whole family!

We've had a generous donation of new and gently used games and puzzles. So we're giving you a chance to come test them out and take home your favorite!

Slay monsters, gather treasure and go on adventures with friends old and new! Dungeons & Dragons sessions, led by Thomas Acebo, meet every second and fourth Saturday of the month. 

Link up with other teens that love to play games. Each month will feature different games and range from card games to board games to video games. 

All supplies provided, no experience required.

Honor Native American Heritage Month by learning about the significance of corn to Indigenous American culture and history. Make your own colorful corn cob to represent this important crop. 

Get those weekend jitters out with this Zumba class, especially for kids! Bring water and a towel because we're about to sweat!

A story time for big kids, with crafts! Perfect for ages 5-8.

November's Book: The Bold Pumpkin Plan  by: Katy Hudson 

It’s time to make all the right moves! Young chess enthusiasts can challenge friends to a match or sharpen their skills in a fun and friendly setting.

Every month, we will be exploring different media and techniques to make art!

September 16: Cross Stitch Bookmarks

October 21: Short Stories

November 18: Fabric Scrap Jewelry

December 16: Ornament Painting

Do you enjoy things that sparkle and shine? Do you also like sticky things? Let's make glitter slime!

We will practice measuring, stirring and mixing while handling school-grade glue, baking soda, saline solution and glitter.

Visit us at Vickery Park for Steam Programming, a program designed for school-age children to explore and learn about science, technology, engineering, art, and math.

We can't wait to see you at Vickery Park!

Explore the world around you through Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. 

This month's theme is bridge building.

Bring the family for a kid-friendly movie screening. Repeats weekly. 

Spend some time crafting with us in our monthly Children's Crafts Series!

This month we are making Handprint Trees!

Spend the afternoon playing board games and making friends at the library. 

Join us every Thursday from 3:30 to 4:30 PM for hands-on crafts that spark creativity and curiosity! Every week, you can color, create, and explore fun new activities.

Observe the fall harvest by creating an ear of corn made from pipe cleaners and pony beads. 

Learn about sequencing, estimation, control and problem-solving as you develop a path to early cyber knowledge through the use of a Sphero Indi, a Bee Bot, a Space Rover and more.

Visit the Prairie Creek branch every week after school on Tuesdays from 4:00pm to 5:00pm for a fun filled Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, or Math activity!

Come have fun and get creative with some fun after-school crafts while getting to make new friends. 

All materials will be provided and you can take home your creations!

In honor of the upcoming release of Wicked: For Good, join us at the Youth Discovery Center for a Wicked themed story time.

Enjoy an afternoon of crafting fun!

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by crafting your own dreamcatcher. A dreamcatcher was meant to be hung over a cradle or bed as protection by filtering the bad dreams away.

                                     Accept the Challenge

Usually, on the 4th Thursday of every month, we will have a themed Lego Challenge where we will create Lego masterpieces based on that month's theme. But this month, we're a week early!

Accept the Challenge!

Work solo or in a team and flex your imagination and creation skills!

Unleash your imagination at the Lakewood Branch’s Lego Hour!  This will be a dedicated hour for building whatever you’d like using Legos.  Build and chat with others as you work together or get inspiration for your own projects. 

Calling all gamers!

Thursdays afterschool we explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through fun and creative projects!

Recommended for ages 6 to 11 years old.

Give thanks and get crafty with a pumpkin that pops! Kids will create their own 3-D paper pumpkins that double as a gratitude booklet, where each section holds a special note about what they’re thankful for.

Join us for an enchanting Story Time! Bring your little ones to explore the magical world of books through captivating tales, interactive activities, and delightful characters.

Calling all adventurers! Grab your dice and bring a character sheet to the Youth Discovery Center for Dungeons and Dragons! Open to children and teens; children under 12 will need to bring a parent to their first session.

Let creativity knot pass you by! Discover the timeless art of macramé and learn how to twist, tie, and loop your way into a beautiful handmade creation.

Enjoy making art and engaging in hands-on science activities, fostering imagination and curiosity in a fun and interactive environment. Learn about Quipu – an Inca records tool for accounts and other data.

A story time for big kids, with crafts! Perfect for ages 5-8.

November's Book: "The Bold Pumpkin Plan" by Katy Hudson