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100 Books Before Graduation Reading Challenge (Beanstack)

All Day 3/3 - 1/1
ARCPLS Systemwide
Age Group:
Teens

Offsite Event
Library Branch: ARCPLS Systemwide
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

"Warm Up with a Good Book" Reading Challenge for Teens. Pick up a reading log at Headquarters from our YA Area/Teen Space on the 2nd floor. Read three books or listen to three audiobooks between January 1st and March 31st. Write down the author, title, and a short review of the book. Once you have completed your list, return it to the library and enter your name in our drawing for prizes.

"Warm Up with a Good Book" Reading Challenge

All Day 1/2 - 3/31
Headquarters
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens

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

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

Fall in love with reading this February!  Curl up with fantastic stories and log your reading adventures.  We can heartly wait to see how many badges you earn! To register, go to arcpls.beanstack.org or download the Beanstack mobile app and search for "ARCPLS" as your library. For all ages.

For the Love of Reading 2026 Beanstack Challenge

All Day 2/1 - 2/28
Headquarters
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
All Ages

Fall in love with reading this February!  Curl up with fantastic stories and log your reading adventures.  We can heartly wait to see how many badges you earn! To register, go to arcpls.beanstack.org or download the Beanst

Library Branch: Headquarters
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Fall in love with reading this February!  Curl up with fantastic stories and log your reading adventures.  We can heartly wait to see how many badges you earn! To register, go to arcpls.beanstack.org or download the Beanst

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Pocket Projects: Little Kit, Big Fun!

All Day 2/2 - 2/6
Jeff Maxwell Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children (0-5)

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.

Library Branch: Jeff Maxwell Branch Library
Age Group: Children (0-5)
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.

It's Take & Make!

Take & Make Crafts

All Day 2/2 - 2/7
Diamond Lakes Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Get creative with our Kids Take & Make Craft Kits! Stop by the branch and grab yours while supplies last. Each kit comes with everything you need—supplies and step-by-step instructions—to complete a fun DIY project at home.

Library Branch: Diamond Lakes Library
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Get creative with our Kids Take & Make Craft Kits! Stop by the branch and grab yours while supplies last. Each kit comes with everything you need—supplies and step-by-step instructions—to complete a fun DIY project at home.

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Cosplay Club

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 2:30pm - 5:00pm
Maxwell - Meeting Room at Jeff Maxwell Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens

Calling all nerds! Whether you're a cosplay newbie with a minimal budget, or a seasoned pro, join with other teens to create and discuss your costumes in a safe space! Feel free to come already dressed, or armed with questions!

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Library Branch: Jeff Maxwell Branch Library
Room: Maxwell - Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Calling all nerds! Whether you're a cosplay newbie with a minimal budget, or a seasoned pro, join with other teens to create and discuss your costumes in a safe space! Feel free to come already dressed, or armed with questions!

Valentine and Galentine Greeting Cards for Teens and Adults

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Appleby Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us at Appleby as we make our own valentine and galentine greeting cards. No experience needed; all materials supplied. (Limited Supplies)

Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Appleby Branch Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us at Appleby as we make our own valentine and galentine greeting cards. No experience needed; all materials supplied. (Limited Supplies)

February Coloring Contest for All

All Day
Appleby Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages

Come in during the month of February, grab a coloring sheet and return it to us once you’ve finished your masterpiece. 

Library Branch: Appleby Branch Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come in during the month of February, grab a coloring sheet and return it to us once you’ve finished your masterpiece. 

February Scavenger Hunt

All Day
Appleby Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages

Search and find the themed items hidden around the library. Open to all ages. New theme each month. 

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. 

February Coloring Contest for All

All Day
Appleby Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages

Come in during the month of February, grab a coloring sheet and return it to us once you’ve finished your masterpiece. 

Library Branch: Appleby Branch Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come in during the month of February, grab a coloring sheet and return it to us once you’ve finished your masterpiece. 

February Scavenger Hunt

All Day
Appleby Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages

Search and find the themed items hidden around the library. Open to all ages. New theme each month. 

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. 

Black History Inventions Quiz

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Friedman Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children (6-11), Teens

This engaging library program invites participants of all ages to test their knowledge and discover the groundbreaking contributions of Black inventors who have shaped science, technology, medicine, transportation, and everyday life.

Library Branch: Friedman Branch Library
Age Group: Children (6-11), Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

This engaging library program invites participants of all ages to test their knowledge and discover the groundbreaking contributions of Black inventors who have shaped science, technology, medicine, transportation, and everyday life.

Lego Club

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Appleby Branch Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children

Join us at Appleby for Lego Club as we play with Legos. What can you build with the Legos provided? All ages are welcome.

Library Branch: Appleby Branch Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Join us at Appleby for Lego Club as we play with Legos. What can you build with the Legos provided? All ages are welcome.

February Coloring Contest for All

All Day
Appleby Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages

Come in during the month of February, grab a coloring sheet and return it to us once you’ve finished your masterpiece. 

Library Branch: Appleby Branch Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come in during the month of February, grab a coloring sheet and return it to us once you’ve finished your masterpiece. 

February Scavenger Hunt

All Day
Appleby Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages

Search and find the themed items hidden around the library. Open to all ages. New theme each month. 

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. 

Blind Book Date

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Friedman Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens

Love is in the air… and in the library!

Library Branch: Friedman Branch Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Love is in the air… and in the library!

Love Letter Workshop

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Maxwell - Meeting Room at Jeff Maxwell Branch Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Celebrate the month of love by slowing down and putting your feelings into words. In this simple, heartfelt workshop, adults can craft a meaningful letter for someone special, or even for their future self.

Library Branch: Jeff Maxwell Branch Library
Room: Maxwell - Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Celebrate the month of love by slowing down and putting your feelings into words. In this simple, heartfelt workshop, adults can craft a meaningful letter for someone special, or even for their future self.

Movie Monday

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Diamond Lakes - Meeting Room at Diamond Lakes Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Teens

Give yourself something to look forward to every 2nd Monday of the month.  Enjoy popcorn and a movie. 

Library Branch: Diamond Lakes Library
Room: Diamond Lakes - Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Give yourself something to look forward to every 2nd Monday of the month.  Enjoy popcorn and a movie. 

February Coloring Contest for All

All Day
Appleby Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages

Come in during the month of February, grab a coloring sheet and return it to us once you’ve finished your masterpiece. 

Library Branch: Appleby Branch Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come in during the month of February, grab a coloring sheet and return it to us once you’ve finished your masterpiece. 

February Scavenger Hunt

All Day
Appleby Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages

Search and find the themed items hidden around the library. Open to all ages. New theme each month. 

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. 

Blind Book Date

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Friedman Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens

Love is in the air… and in the library!

Library Branch: Friedman Branch Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Love is in the air… and in the library!

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Tech Tuesday

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Jeff Maxwell Branch Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
All Ages

Ask your local tech expert for assistance! Tablet troubles getting you down? Are you struggling to use a website or save documents on your computer?

Library Branch: Jeff Maxwell Branch Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Ask your local tech expert for assistance! Tablet troubles getting you down? Are you struggling to use a website or save documents on your computer?

Family Storytime (Valentine's Special)

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Diamond Lakes - Meeting Room at Diamond Lakes Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children (0-5), Children (6-11)

Learn new and exciting ways to engage in early literacy activities with your child!

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!

Tiny Tales Storytime

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Wallace - Meeting Room at Wallace Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children (0-5)

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.

Library Branch: Wallace Branch Library
Room: Wallace - Meeting Room
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.