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Artsy Evenings

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens, Tweens, Kids, Pre-K, Elementary Ages, Families
Mt. Washington Branch
Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 (meeting space divided)
Age Group: Teens, Tweens, Kids, Pre-K, Elementary Ages, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Exciting art-ventures for all...

Dive in for a creative evening of art appreciation and exploration! Using a variety of mediums, create a different work of art at each monthly session—from painting and sculpture to mixed media and beyond. Whether you enjoy making an awesomely creative DIY project or prefer to make a fun, functional art piece, there will be something for every artist to enjoy. Expect things to get a bit messy, so dress accordingly and prepare to unleash your creativity in a fun, supportive environment.

Psst... This is a great event for family bonding or for getting creative with friends, providing a free space where you can try something new together without worrying about the cleanup. It's about the process, not the product (though we think the projects are pretty neat!).

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UPCOMING PROJECTS:

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Girls Who Code

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Teens, Tweens
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Conference Room 3
Age Group: Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Group Meetup, STEM Learning
Event Details:

Who runs the world...?

Become a girl who codes! Join us every other Thursday to unlock the mysteries of coding. Gain confidence and explore real-world impacts as you learn a variety of coding skills.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Hooked on Crochet

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Hillview Branch
Library Branch: Hillview Branch
Room: Study Room 3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Group Meetup
Event Details:

Get hooked on fun projects and new friends...

This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Elementary Ages" group.

CrafterKids

10:00am - 12:00pm
Tweens, Kids, Elementary Ages
Mt. Washington Branch
Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 2 (meeting space divided)
Age Group: Tweens, Kids, Elementary Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Embrace the "art"mosphere...

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

Local History Room Q&A

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Local History Room
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Program Type: Adult Learning & Lectures, History, Technology Class
Event Details:

Curious about local lore or your family history?

CLOSED for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Central Library, Dorothea Stottman Annex, Hillview Branch, Lebanon Junction Branch, Mt. Washington Branch, Nichols Branch, Virtual, Off Site
Description:

All BCPL locations are closed in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Regular library services will resume on Tuesday.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.

Toddler Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies & Toddlers
Mt. Washington Branch
Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Early Childhood, Games & Play, Music & Dance, Storytelling
Event Details:

Play gives children a chance to practice what they are learning.  —Mr. Rogers

Join us to help your little one start their early-learning adventure! Toddler Storytime for ages 0 to 2 is designed to help lay the foundation for lifelong learning through a combination of stories, songs, and play.

Children learn language by listening to others talk, and stories and songs help them learn how language sounds, add new words to their growing vocabulary, and begin to understand what words mean. Play helps children express themselves and put thoughts into words as they explore the world around them and build early social skills through interactions with other children.

For ages 0–2. Just drop in!

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Pre-K" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Family Storytime

11:00am - 11:45am
Kids, Pre-K, Families
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Early Childhood, Music & Dance, Storytelling
Event Details:

When I say to a parent, "read to a child," I don't want it to sound like medicine. I want it to sound like chocolate. —Mem Fox

Reading becomes a favorite treat as we explore early literacy through stories, songs, and a simple craft. This free program for the whole family is designed to provide kids a foundation for kindergarten and to offer a fun, safe space for children of all ages to learn, socialize, and play. We strive to create fun and rich experiences that build a love of books, libraries, and learning that will stay with children for a lifetime.

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Please note, Family Storytime is offered on Tuesdays AND Thursdays at this location.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Pre-K" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Family Storytime

11:00am - 11:45am
Kids, Pre-K, Families
Mt. Washington Branch
Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Early Childhood, Music & Dance, Storytelling
Event Details:

When I say to a parent, "read to a child," I don't want it to sound like medicine. I want it to sound like chocolate. —Mem Fox

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.

Toddler Storytime

1:00pm - 1:30pm
Babies & Toddlers
Nichols Branch
Library Branch: Nichols Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Early Childhood, Games & Play, Music & Dance, Storytelling
Event Details:

Play gives children a chance to practice what they are learning.  —Mr. Rogers

Join us to help your little one start their early-learning adventure! Toddler Storytime for ages 0 to 2 is designed to help lay the foundation for lifelong learning through a combination of stories, songs, and play.

Children learn language by listening to others talk, and stories and songs help them learn how language sounds, add new words to their growing vocabulary, and begin to understand what words mean. Play helps children express themselves and put thoughts into words as they explore the world around them and build early social skills through interactions with other children.

For ages 0–2. Just drop in!

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Pre-K" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Family Storytime

2:00pm - 2:45pm
Kids, Pre-K, Families
Nichols Branch
Library Branch: Nichols Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Early Childhood, Music & Dance, Storytelling
Event Details:

When I say to a parent, "read to a child," I don't want it to sound like medicine. I want it to sound like chocolate. —Mem Fox

Reading becomes a favorite treat as we explore early literacy through stories, songs, and a simple craft. This free program for the whole family is designed to provide kids a foundation for kindergarten and to offer a fun, safe space for children of all ages to learn, socialize, and play. We strive to create fun and rich experiences that build a love of books, libraries, and learning that will stay with children for a lifetime.

For children of all ages and their families. Just drop in!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Lounge

2:30pm - 4:30pm
Teens
Mt. Washington Branch
Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Fandom Fun, Games & Play
Event Details:

Hang out, play, and explore all that the library has to offer!

At Teen Lounge, your experience is in YOUR hands. Drop in when you like, and choose whichever activity suits your mood. Play on our gaming laptops and consoles, explore the world of virtual reality, create your own art projects, tinker with a variety of technology and engineering tools, get your game on with an assortment of board and card games, and share the experience with your friends. Plus, enjoy free refreshments!

For ages 12–18. Just drop in!

This event is in the "Elementary Ages" group.

Discovery Club

4:30pm - 7:00pm
Elementary Ages
Lebanon Junction Branch
Library Branch: Lebanon Junction Branch
Room: Inspiration Station
Age Group: Elementary Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Play, Group Meetup, STEM Learning
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Explore, create, connect...🚀🧩🎨

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

Silent Book Club

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Nichols Branch
Library Branch: Nichols Branch
Room: Sunroom
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Program Type: Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Event Details:

Shhh, we're reading...

Join our introvert happy hour! Bring your current book and spend time reading with fellow book lovers every Tuesday evening. You can socialize your way with no need to finish a specific book or weigh in on a group discussion.

Psst... We'll set the cozy atmosphere with dimmed lights, calming music, and a selection of warm beverages including coffee, tea, and hot chocolate. To create the ultimate cozy space for yourself, you are welcome to bring a pillow and blanket.

For ages 18 and up. Just drop in!

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.

Toddler Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies & Toddlers
Lebanon Junction Branch
Library Branch: Lebanon Junction Branch
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Early Childhood, Games & Play, Music & Dance, Storytelling
Event Details:

Play gives children a chance to practice what they are learning.  —Mr. Rogers

Join us to help your little one start their early-learning adventure! Toddler Storytime for ages 0 to 2 is designed to help lay the foundation for lifelong learning through a combination of stories, songs, and play.

Children learn language by listening to others talk, and stories and songs help them learn how language sounds, add new words to their growing vocabulary, and begin to understand what words mean. Play helps children express themselves and put thoughts into words as they explore the world around them and build early social skills through interactions with other children.

For ages 0–2. Just drop in!

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Pre-K" group.

Toddler Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Pre-K
Hillview Branch
Library Branch: Hillview Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Pre-K
Program Type: Books & Authors, Early Childhood, Games & Play, Music & Dance, Storytelling
Event Details:

Play gives children a chance to practice what they are learning.  —Mr. Rogers

Join us to help your little one start their early-learning adventure! Toddler Storytime for ages 0 to 2 is designed to help lay the foundation for lifelong learning through a combination of stories, songs, and play.

Children learn language by listening to others talk, and stories and songs help them learn how language sounds, add new words to their growing vocabulary, and begin to understand what words mean. Play helps children express themselves and put thoughts into words as they explore the world around them and build early social skills through interactions with other children.

For ages 0–2. Just drop in!

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.

Baby Rhyme Time

10:00am - 10:45am
Babies & Toddlers
Mt. Washington Branch
Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 (meeting space divided)
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Early Childhood, Music & Dance
Event Details:

Come sing along...

Bond with your baby and meet new friends during this special storytime designed for our youngest patrons and their caregivers. Bounce, wiggle, and giggle together as you share short books and learn rhymes, songs, and fingerplays that nurture language skills and foster brain development. Plus, enjoy tummy time and targeted activities designed to stimulate your child's senses.

Each session offers literacy tips and strategies to promote social, motor, and early-literacy skills.

For ages 0–18 months and their caregivers. Just drop in!

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Pre-K" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Family Storytime

11:00am - 11:45am
Kids, Pre-K, Families
Hillview Branch
Library Branch: Hillview Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Early Childhood, Music & Dance, Storytelling
Event Details:

When I say to a parent, "read to a child," I don't want it to sound like medicine. I want it to sound like chocolate. —Mem Fox

Reading becomes a favorite treat as we explore early literacy through stories, songs, and a simple craft. This free program for the whole family is designed to provide kids a foundation for kindergarten and to offer a fun, safe space for children of all ages to learn, socialize, and play. We strive to create fun and rich experiences that build a love of books, libraries, and learning that will stay with children for a lifetime.

For children of all ages and their families. Just drop in!

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Pre-K" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Family Storytime

11:00am - 11:45am
Kids, Pre-K, Families
Lebanon Junction Branch
Library Branch: Lebanon Junction Branch
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Early Childhood, Music & Dance, Storytelling
Event Details:

When I say to a parent, "read to a child," I don't want it to sound like medicine. I want it to sound like chocolate. —Mem Fox

Reading becomes a favorite treat as we explore early literacy through stories, songs, and a simple craft. This free program for the whole family is designed to provide kids a foundation for kindergarten and to offer a fun, safe space for children of all ages to learn, socialize, and play. We strive to create fun and rich experiences that build a love of books, libraries, and learning that will stay with children for a lifetime.

For children of all ages and their families. Just drop in!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Lounge

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens
Nichols Branch
Library Branch: Nichols Branch
Room: Meeting Room (w/o Conference Room Attached)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Play, Group Meetup, STEM Learning
Event Details:

Hang out, play, and explore all that the library has to offer!

At Teen Lounge, your experience is in YOUR hands. Drop in when you like, and choose whichever activity suits your mood. Play on our gaming laptops and consoles, explore the world of virtual reality, create your own art projects, tinker with a variety of technology and engineering tools, get your game on with an assortment of board and card games, and share the experience with your friends. Plus, enjoy free refreshments!

For ages 12–18. Just drop in!

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Dungeons & Dragons Club

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens, Tweens
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Fandom Fun, Games & Play, Group Meetup
Event Details:

It’s all in the dice…

Join us to learn a new game or develop your Dungeons and Dragons skills further! Dungeons and Dragons is a tabletop game that focuses on collaboration, creativity, imagination, and teamwork. You will be able to build your character then jump into the storytelling and roleplay realm.

For ages 13–19. Just drop in!

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.

Toddler Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies & Toddlers
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Early Childhood, Games & Play, Music & Dance, Storytelling
Event Details:

Play gives children a chance to practice what they are learning.  —Mr. Rogers

Join us to help your little one start their early-learning adventure! Toddler Storytime for ages 0 to 2 is designed to help lay the foundation for lifelong learning through a combination of stories, songs, and play.

Children learn language by listening to others talk, and stories and songs help them learn how language sounds, add new words to their growing vocabulary, and begin to understand what words mean. Play helps children express themselves and put thoughts into words as they explore the world around them and build early social skills through interactions with other children.

For ages 0–2. Just drop in!

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Pre-K" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Family Storytime

11:00am - 11:45am
Kids, Pre-K, Families
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Early Childhood, Storytelling
Event Details:

When I say to a parent, "read to a child," I don't want it to sound like medicine. I want it to sound like chocolate. —Mem Fox

Reading becomes a favorite treat as we explore early literacy through stories, songs, and a simple craft. This free program for the whole family is designed to provide kids a foundation for kindergarten and to offer a fun, safe space for children of all ages to learn, socialize, and play. We strive to create fun and rich experiences that build a love of books, libraries, and learning that will stay with children for a lifetime.

***

Please note, Family Storytime is offered on Tuesdays AND Thursdays at this location.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Lounge

3:30pm - 5:30pm
Teens
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Teen Table
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Play, STEM Learning, SummerQuest
Event Details:

Hang out, play, and explore all that the library has to offer!

At Teen Lounge, your experience is in YOUR hands. Drop in when you like, and choose whichever activity suits your mood. Play on our gaming laptops and consoles, explore the world of virtual reality, create your own art projects, tinker with a variety of technology and engineering tools, get your game on with an assortment of board and card games, and share the experience with your friends. Plus, enjoy free refreshments!

Ages 12–18. Just drop in!