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"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

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! Participants will earn fun, Benny-themed badges for logging their reading. So, grab a book and join Benny for an unforgettable reading adventure!

Winter Reading 2026: Read with Benny

All Day 1/5 - 1/18
Headquarters
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
All Ages

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!

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!

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Pokémon Scavenger Hunt

01/12/2026 @ 9:00am to 01/17/2026 @ 4:00pm
Jeff Maxwell Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children, All Ages

Pokémon Go! From Charizard to Gengar, capture different Pokémon in this scavenger hunt that challenges your library knowledge.

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.

Words in Progress Writing Group

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Wallace - Meeting Room at Wallace Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

Come write with us! Words in Progress is a biweekly, relaxed, no-pressure space for writers of all kinds to set aside time to work on their latest project—whether it's a novel, a blog, a journal entry, or anything in between.

Library Branch: Wallace Branch Library
Room: Wallace - Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Come write with us! Words in Progress is a biweekly, relaxed, no-pressure space for writers of all kinds to set aside time to work on their latest project—whether it's a novel, a blog, a journal entry, or anything in between.

Drop-In Tech Hour

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Diamond Lakes Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

Join our Basic Drop-In Tech Hour for help with your everyday tech needs. Get guidance on smartphones, laptops, and apps from our friendly staff. No appointment needed—just bring your device and questions!

Library Branch: Diamond Lakes Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Join our Basic Drop-In Tech Hour for help with your everyday tech needs. Get guidance on smartphones, laptops, and apps from our friendly staff. No appointment needed—just bring your device and questions!

Tween Lego Club

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Wallace - Meeting Room at Wallace Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children (6-11)

Build, create, and imagine! Join our Tween LEGO Club to tackle challenges, show off your best creations, and let your ideas run wild—no instructions needed. Perfect for ages 9–12.

Library Branch: Wallace Branch Library
Room: Wallace - Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (6-11)
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Build, create, and imagine! Join our Tween LEGO Club to tackle challenges, show off your best creations, and let your ideas run wild—no instructions needed. Perfect for ages 9–12.

Teens Karaoke

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Wallace - Meeting Room at Wallace Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens

Ready to rock the mic? Come sing your heart out at Teen Karaoke every third Wednesday! Whether you're a solo star or want to perform with friends, we've got you covered.

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

Ready to rock the mic? Come sing your heart out at Teen Karaoke every third Wednesday! Whether you're a solo star or want to perform with friends, we've got you covered.

Homeschool Hangout

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Friedman Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Babies, Children

Homeschooling families of all ages are invited to hangout, participate in an activity, explore the library and interact with other families in the homeschooling community.

Library Branch: Friedman Branch Library
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Homeschooling families of all ages are invited to hangout, participate in an activity, explore the library and interact with other families in the homeschooling community.

Book Bingo

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Friedman Branch Library
Program Type:
Other

Play Bingo to win books.

Library Branch: Friedman Branch Library
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Play Bingo to win books.

Puzzle Club

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Appleby Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
All Ages

Piece together small, medium or large puzzles during Puzzle Club. No experience needed; all materials supplied. Best for all ages and skills!

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

Piece together small, medium or large puzzles during Puzzle Club. No experience needed; all materials supplied. Best for all ages and skills!

Minute to Win It

01/26/2026 @ 9:00am to 01/30/2026 @ 5:00pm
Jeff Maxwell Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens

Beat out the competition and make it to the Leader Board in one of our Minute to Win It Challenges! Teens can request the challenge from the front desk, and they have one minute to win it all- see if you have the skill!

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

Beat out the competition and make it to the Leader Board in one of our Minute to Win It Challenges! Teens can request the challenge from the front desk, and they have one minute to win it all- see if you have the skill!

TikTok Challenge

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Maxwell - Meeting Room at Jeff Maxwell Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens

Try out TikTok-style challenges in a super chill setting. We’ll make our own versions of whatever’s trending—even if it’s just a few of us! Come to laugh, try something silly, or just enjoy the vibe.

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

Try out TikTok-style challenges in a super chill setting. We’ll make our own versions of whatever’s trending—even if it’s just a few of us! Come to laugh, try something silly, or just enjoy the vibe.

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

Senior’s Game Time

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:15am
Wallace - Meeting Room at Wallace Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

Stop by on Monday morning for some fun games! Play board games, jumbo tic tac toe, and puzzles!

Library Branch: Wallace Branch Library
Room: Wallace - Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Stop by on Monday morning for some fun games! Play board games, jumbo tic tac toe, and puzzles!

Words in Progress Writing Group

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Wallace - Meeting Room at Wallace Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

Come write with us! Words in Progress is a biweekly, relaxed, no-pressure space for writers of all kinds to set aside time to work on their latest project—whether it's a novel, a blog, a journal entry, or anything in between.

Library Branch: Wallace Branch Library
Room: Wallace - Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Come write with us! Words in Progress is a biweekly, relaxed, no-pressure space for writers of all kinds to set aside time to work on their latest project—whether it's a novel, a blog, a journal entry, or anything in between.

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Wallace - Meeting Room at Wallace Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens
🌟 TEEN VOICES WANTED!
🎉 Join the Wallace Branch Library Teen Advisory Board 🎉

📚 Love your library? Want to make it even better for teens like you?

Library Branch: Wallace Branch Library
Room: Wallace - Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:
🌟 TEEN VOICES WANTED!
🎉 Join the Wallace Branch Library Teen Advisory Board 🎉

📚 Love your library? Want to make it even better for teens like you?

Board Game Bash Hour

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Diamond Lakes Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Drop-in to check out our list of board games and spend the afternoon taking one for a spin with friends and family!

Library Branch: Diamond Lakes Library
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Drop-in to check out our list of board games and spend the afternoon taking one for a spin with friends and family!

Homeschool Hangout

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Friedman Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Babies, Children

Homeschooling families of all ages are invited to hangout, participate in an activity, explore the library and interact with other families in the homeschooling community.

Library Branch: Friedman Branch Library
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Homeschooling families of all ages are invited to hangout, participate in an activity, explore the library and interact with other families in the homeschooling community.

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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!

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!

Tween Game Time

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Wallace - Meeting Room at Wallace Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children (6-11)

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.

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

Teen’s Game Time

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Wallace - Meeting Room at Wallace Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens

Calling all teens to come and join us on the second Wednesday of every month for game time! We've got table top games, card games, and more! Walk-in and play.

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

Calling all teens to come and join us on the second Wednesday of every month for game time! We've got table top games, card games, and more! Walk-in and play.

Puzzle Club

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Appleby Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
All Ages

Piece together small, medium or large puzzles during Puzzle Club. No experience needed; all materials supplied. Best for all ages and skills!

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

Piece together small, medium or large puzzles during Puzzle Club. No experience needed; all materials supplied. Best for all ages and skills!

Mystery

Mystery Activity

All Day 2/16 - 2/21
Diamond Lakes Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children (6-11), Teens

Cast a vote in one of our polls, go on a library scavenger hunt, or participate in a contest.  It’s a surprise every month!

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

Cast a vote in one of our polls, go on a library scavenger hunt, or participate in a contest.  It’s a surprise every month!

Words in Progress Writing Group

Monday, February 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Wallace - Meeting Room at Wallace Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

Come write with us! Words in Progress is a biweekly, relaxed, no-pressure space for writers of all kinds to set aside time to work on their latest project—whether it's a novel, a blog, a journal entry, or anything in between.

Library Branch: Wallace Branch Library
Room: Wallace - Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Come write with us! Words in Progress is a biweekly, relaxed, no-pressure space for writers of all kinds to set aside time to work on their latest project—whether it's a novel, a blog, a journal entry, or anything in between.