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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Jan-Mar
2026
"Warm Up with a Good Book" Reading Challenge
All Day
1/2–3/31
Headquarters
Library Branch:
Headquarters
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Other
Event Details:
Pick up a reading log at Headquarters from our YA Area/Teen Space on the 2nd floor. Then, read three books or listen to three audiobooks between January 1 and March 31. Write down the author, title, and a short review of
This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Winter Reading 2026: Read with Benny
All Day
1/5–1/18
Headquarters
Library Branch:
Headquarters
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Other
Event Details:
This January, Beanstack and Steps to Literacy welcome all libraries across North American to join their winter reading challenge, which features Beanstack’s very own Benny the Bean!
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Take & Make Kits: Vision Boards
All Day
1/5–1/31
Headquarters
Library Branch:
Headquarters
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
While supplies last, pick up a kit in the YA area/Teen Space to make a vision board to help you accomplish your goals in 2026 and beyond.
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Jan
13
2026
Tue
If I Met Martin Luther King Jr.
All Day
Appleby Branch Library
Library Branch:
Appleby Branch Library
Event Details:
Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. with us by sharing your answers on our questionnaire. Turn it in by Saturday, January 24 to be entered for a chance to win a prize. All sheets turned back in will receive a small prize. All ages are welcome.
This event is in the "All Ages" group
All Ages
Appleby Branch Library
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Jan
13
2026
Tue
January Coloring Contest for All
All Day
Appleby Branch Library
Library Branch:
Appleby Branch Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Come in during the month of January, grab a coloring sheet and return it to us once you’ve finished your masterpiece.
This event is in the "All Ages" group
All Ages
Appleby Branch Library
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Jan
13
2026
Tue
January Scavenger Hunt
All Day
Appleby Branch Library
Library Branch:
Appleby Branch Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Search and find the themed items hidden around the library. Open to all ages. New theme each month.
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This event is in the "Children" group
01/12/2026 @ 9:00am–01/16/2026 @ 5:30pm
Children
Jeff Maxwell Branch Library
This event is in the "Children" group
Pocket Projects: Little Kit, Big Fun!
01/12/2026 @ 9:00am–01/16/2026 @ 5:30pm
Jeff Maxwell Branch Library
Library Branch:
Jeff Maxwell Branch Library
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Looking for an easy way to spark your child’s creativity? Pocket Projects are take-home craft kits designed with kids in mind. Each kit comes with materials and simple directions, making it easy for families to enjoy a hands-on activity together.
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
01/12/2026 @ 9:00am–01/17/2026 @ 4:00pm
Children,
All Ages
Jeff Maxwell Branch Library
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Pokémon Scavenger Hunt
01/12/2026 @ 9:00am–01/17/2026 @ 4:00pm
Jeff Maxwell Branch Library
Library Branch:
Jeff Maxwell Branch Library
Age Group:
Children,
All Ages
Program Type:
Other
Event Details:
Pokémon Go! From Charizard to Gengar, capture different Pokémon in this scavenger hunt that challenges your library knowledge.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Mar-Jan
2025
100 Books Before Graduation Reading Challenge (Beanstack)
All Day
3/3–1/1
ARCPLS Systemwide
Library Branch:
ARCPLS Systemwide
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This event is in the "Children (0-5)" group
This event is in the "Children (6-11)" group
Children (0-5),
Children (6-11)
Diamond Lakes Library
This event is in the "Children (0-5)" group
This event is in the "Children (6-11)" group
Jan
13
2026
Tue
Family Storytime
10:00am–10:30am
Diamond Lakes Library
Library Branch:
Diamond Lakes Library
Room:
Diamond Lakes - Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children (0-5),
Children (6-11)
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Learn new and exciting ways to engage in early literacy activities with your child!
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This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children (0-5)" group
This event is in the "Children (6-11)" group
Babies,
Children,
Children (0-5),
Children (6-11)
Friedman Branch Library
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children (0-5)" group
This event is in the "Children (6-11)" group
Jan
13
2026
Tue
Children's Storytime
10:00am–10:30am
Friedman Branch Library
Library Branch:
Friedman Branch Library
Age Group:
Babies,
Children,
Children (0-5),
Children (6-11)
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Join our Storytime, where we will model stories, songs, rhymes, and other techniques for you to use in developing your child's early literacy skills.
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This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Babies,
Children
Friedman Branch Library
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
13
2026
Tue
Children's Storytime
10:00am–11:00am
Friedman Branch Library
Library Branch:
Friedman Branch Library
Age Group:
Babies,
Children
Program Type:
Storytime
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This event is in the "Children (0-5)" group
Children (0-5)
Wallace Branch Library
This event is in the "Children (0-5)" group
Jan
13
2026
Tue
Tiny Tales Storytime
10:00am–10:30am
Wallace Branch Library
Library Branch:
Wallace Branch Library
Age Group:
Children (0-5)
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Join us each week for a fun and engaging program designed for little learners! We’ll share delightful stories, lively songs, and playful rhymes that spark imagination and build early literacy skills.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
Adults
Appleby Branch Library
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan
13
2026
Tue
Libby: From eBooks to Magazines
10:30am–11:30am
Appleby Branch Library
Library Branch:
Appleby Branch Library
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Technology Class
Event Details:
Join us for a class on Libby. Learn how to setup your account, download audiobooks, eBooks, and magazines, and more. (Limited space)
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This event is in the "Children (6-11)" group
Children (6-11)
Appleby Branch Library
This event is in the "Children (6-11)" group
Jan
13
2026
Tue
Snowman Acrylic Painting for Kids
3:30pm–4:30pm
Appleby Branch Library
Library Branch:
Appleby Branch Library
Age Group:
Children (6-11)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Join us at Appleby as we make a snowman painting using Acrylic Paint. No experience needed; all materials supplied. (Limited Supplies).
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This event is in the "Children (6-11)" group
Children (6-11)
Wallace Branch Library
This event is in the "Children (6-11)" group
Jan
13
2026
Tue
Tween Game Time
3:30pm–4:30pm
Wallace Branch Library
Library Branch:
Wallace Branch Library
Age Group:
Children (6-11)
Program Type:
Other
Event Details:
Game on! Tween Game Time is the place to hang out, play, and have fun with friends. We’ll have a mix of board games, card games, and puzzles. Perfect for ages 9–12.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Jan
13
2026
Tue
Teen Advisory Board
4:30pm–5:30pm
Headquarters
Library Branch:
Headquarters
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Other
Event Details:
Join us in the YA area on the 2nd floor of Headquarters for our Teen Advisory Board meeting. Come let your voice be heard and help us plan future YA programs. Counts as one hour community service.
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