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

Active 55+

10:00am - 12:00pm
Mt. Washington Branch
Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group: Adults, Ages 55+
Program Type: Adult Learning & Lectures, Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors, Games & Play, Group Meetup, Health & Wellness, Technology Class
Event Details:

55 is not a speed limit, it's a starting point...

Join us on Thursdays to create an active routine and meaningful social interactions. Enjoy games, cards, Wii Bowling, fun crafts, guest speakers, and more. Plus, discover all sorts of helpful library resources and programs available to you.

For ages 55 and up. Just drop in!
Space will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? Call Gayle at 543-7675 ext. 2551 or e-mail gayle@bcplib.org.

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

Gentle Stretch

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hillview Branch
Library Branch: Hillview Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+
Program Type: Group Meetup, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Stretch it out...

Increase flexibility, relieve sore muscles, and rejuvenate your body! Join Donna to jumpstart your day with a low-impact exercise class designed to engage all the major muscle groups through gentle stretches and balancing techniques. This is a beginner-friendly class; a chair will typically be used for support.

ABOUT DONNA
Donna Hall is a beloved member of our Hillview Branch Library staff. She has 17 years' experience as a practitioner along with intermittent teaching experience, including work as a substitute instructor at the YMCA.

For ages 21 and up. Just drop in!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Anime Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
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, Group Meetup
Event Details:

Saiyan hi to a good time...

Join other anime enthusiasts to geek out over your favorite animes, create anime-themed crafts, and participate in anime trivia. Plus, enjoy anime-themed snacks. After all, every anime fan knows adventures are always better with friends and subtitles!

For ages 13–19. Just drop in!

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

Hooked on Crochet

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Hillview Branch
Library Branch: Hillview Branch
Room: Study Room 3
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Group Meetup
Event Details:

Get hooked on fun projects and new friends...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

True Crime Chat

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lebanon Junction Branch
Library Branch: Lebanon Junction Branch
Room: Back Patio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Group Meetup
Event Details:

Establish your alibi...

Join us on the first Thursday of the month for True Crime Chat! It's the perfect scene for armchair detectives and true-crime fans to meet up and discuss current and past cases. We'll explore cases from podcasts, news outlets, documentaries, nonfiction literature, and more!

For ages 18 and up. Just drop in! 

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

Coffee Chats

10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Ages 55+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Event, Games & Play, Group Meetup, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

A whole latte fun...

Join us every Friday for a good cup of coffee, great conversation, and more! You can mingle with peers, read the newspaper, work on a puzzle, play a game, share stories, or ask questions about technology.

For ages 55 and up. Just drop in!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Craft Circle

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Group Meetup
Event Details:

There’s a place for everyone in our Craft Circle!

Join us on the 1st Monday of the month to experiment with techniques and supplies as we craft something new together. Plus, enjoy coffee while you connect with other crafters to share stories, trade ideas, and get inspired!

Upcoming projects include:

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

Scrapbooking Club

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Hillview Branch
Library Branch: Hillview Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Group Meetup
Event Details:

(Scrap)book it to the library...

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

Gentle Stretch

10:30am - 11:30am
Hillview Branch
Library Branch: Hillview Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+
Program Type: Group Meetup, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Stretch it out...

Increase flexibility, relieve sore muscles, and rejuvenate your body! Join Donna to jumpstart your day with a low-impact exercise class designed to engage all the major muscle groups through gentle stretches and balancing techniques. This is a beginner-friendly class; a chair will typically be used for support.

ABOUT DONNA
Donna Hall is a beloved member of our Hillview Branch Library staff. She has 17 years' experience as a practitioner along with intermittent teaching experience, including work as a substitute instructor at the YMCA.

For ages 21 and up. Just drop in!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Anime Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Fandom Fun, Games & Play, Group Meetup, Music & Dance
Event Details:

Saiyan hi to a good time...

Join other anime enthusiasts to geek out over your favorite animes, create anime-themed crafts, and participate in anime trivia. Plus, enjoy anime-themed snacks. After all, every anime fan knows adventures are always better with friends and subtitles!

For ages 13–19. Just drop in!

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

The Games People Play

10:00am - 12:30pm
Mt. Washington Branch
Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Program Type: Adult Learning & Lectures, Games & Play, Group Meetup
Event Details:

Let's enjoy the fun and games, together!

Join us every Wednesday for good company and a ton of fun. Get together with other game enthusiasts to play a variety of card and tabletop games like American mahjong, Phase 10, Rook, and more. Play your favorites with friends or learn to play something new!

Psst... Don't see one of your favorite games? Bring it with you to share with the group or suggest something new for our collection!

For ages 18 and up. Just drop in!
Space will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? Call Gayle at 543-7675 ext. 2551 or e-mail gayle@bcplib.org.

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

Homeschool Libratory

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2
Age Group: Teens, Tweens, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Group Meetup, STEM Learning
Event Details:

Full STEAM ahead to the Homeschool Libratory…

Explore hands-on STEAM activities with your fellow homeschoolers each month. At each Libratory meetup, we’ll do something new and exciting with all your new friends. "School" is in session!

For ages 5–18. Just drop in!

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

Active 55+

10:00am - 12:00pm
Mt. Washington Branch
Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group: Adults, Ages 55+
Program Type: Adult Learning & Lectures, Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors, Games & Play, Group Meetup, Health & Wellness, Technology Class
Event Details:

55 is not a speed limit, it's a starting point...

Join us on Thursdays to create an active routine and meaningful social interactions. Enjoy games, cards, Wii Bowling, fun crafts, guest speakers, and more. Plus, discover all sorts of helpful library resources and programs available to you.

For ages 55 and up. Just drop in!
Space will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? Call Gayle at 543-7675 ext. 2551 or e-mail gayle@bcplib.org.

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

Baby & Me Meetup

10:00am - 11:00pm
Lebanon Junction Branch
Library Branch: Lebanon Junction Branch
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Families
Program Type: Early Childhood, Games & Play, Group Meetup
Event Details:

Bond with your baby (and each other)...

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

Gentle Stretch

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hillview Branch
Library Branch: Hillview Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+
Program Type: Group Meetup, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Stretch it out...

Increase flexibility, relieve sore muscles, and rejuvenate your body! Join Donna to jumpstart your day with a low-impact exercise class designed to engage all the major muscle groups through gentle stretches and balancing techniques. This is a beginner-friendly class; a chair will typically be used for support.

ABOUT DONNA
Donna Hall is a beloved member of our Hillview Branch Library staff. She has 17 years' experience as a practitioner along with intermittent teaching experience, including work as a substitute instructor at the YMCA.

For ages 21 and up. Just drop in!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cozy Readers Book Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hillview Branch
Library Branch: Hillview Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Event Details:

Cozy up with a good book...

Join us on the second Thursday of the month for book club, cozy style! We'll explore a variety of genres, but we'll stick mostly to gentler stories including cozy mysteries, romance, and feel-good fiction. Happy endings, limited angst, and likeable characters guaranteed!

Psst... From delicious muffins to savory artisan breads, enjoy a new tasty bakery treat at each meetup—each item selected to give cozy vibes and pair perfectly with our monthly read!

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UPCOMING SELECTIONS INCLUDE:

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

Pokémon Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mt. Washington Branch
Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group: Teens, Tweens, Kids, Elementary Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Fandom Fun, Games & Play, Group Meetup
Event Details:

Gotta catch ’em all!

Trainers and Pokémaniacs unite on the 2nd Thursday of the month for Pokémon Club! Enjoy a fun new Pokémon-inspired activity at each session. Plus, visit entertaining activity stations to learn how to play the card game, trade some of your best creatures, and play fun Pokémon mini games.

Psst… Do you play Pokémon Go? Visit a few PokéStops and a gym while you’re at the library!

For ages 0–18. Just drop in!

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

Reading Together

6:30pm - 7:45pm
Central Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Program Type: Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Diversify your reading...

CLOSED for Staff Development

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

All BCPL locations will be closed for staff training. We'll reopen with normal hours on Saturday, re-energized and bursting with exciting information about SummerQuest 2024!

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

Coffee Chats

10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Ages 55+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Event, Games & Play, Group Meetup, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

A whole latte fun...

Join us every Friday for a good cup of coffee, great conversation, and more! You can mingle with peers, read the newspaper, work on a puzzle, play a game, share stories, or ask questions about technology.

For ages 55 and up. Just drop in!

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Elementary Ages" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Swiftie Saturday: Summer Era Party

10:30am - 11:30am
Mt. Washington Branch
Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group: Teens, Tweens, Elementary Ages, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Group Meetup, Music & Dance, Other
Event Details:

Fill the "Blank Space" in your calendar...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Enchanting Books & Crafts

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Mt. Washington Branch
Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Event Details:

Spellbinding conversations ahead...

This event is in the "Teens" group.

The Book Worms: Teen Book Club

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Central Library
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Conference Room 3
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Dig into a good book...

Teens, this one is for you! Join us on the 2nd Monday of the month to hang out with other book worms, grab a drink, and talk about our latest book club selection. 

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

LEGO Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hillview Branch
Library Branch: Hillview Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Kids, Elementary Ages, Families
Program Type: Group Meetup, STEM Learning
Event Details:

Join other LEGO enthusiasts as we explore our creativity...

Show off your LEGO-building skills at the library as you build something amazing together or engineer your own project. We'll provide the LEGO bricks—you provide the imagination!

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LEGO CLUB SCHEDULE: