Brain Break

Chill out in the Teen Room and make art, play games, hang out, and more. Activities change daily. Ages 11-17.

Bad Art Night

No artistic skills? None needed for this freeform art program! Come make the strangest, silliest piece of art you possibly can. Materials provided; judgment and worry left at the door. Only 11 spaces are available, so remember to register in advance.

Lunar New Year Story Time

Celebrate the Year of the Horse with your family in this special story time featuring stories, songs, and rhymes about the Lunar New Year. Afterward, families are invited to stay and make a lantern craft to celebrate! Ages 1-5. Due to limited room capacity, this is a ......More

Celebrate the Year of the Horse with your family in this special story time featuring stories, songs, and rhymes about the Lunar New Year. Afterward, families are invited to stay and make a lantern craft to celebrate! Ages 1-5. Due to limited room capacity, this is a ticketed event. Tickets will be given out at service desk 30 minutes before program starts.

Brain Break

Chill out in the Teen Room and make art, play games, hang out, and more. Activities change daily. Ages 11-17.

Small Business Connections

Make connections, share experiences, and exchange ideas with other local entrepreneurs and small business owners. Ages 18+.

Solar System Ambassador

Learn about space objects such as galaxies, planets, and stars, plus NASA missions, from Solar System Ambassador Michael Davis. Topics change monthly. Ages 11+.

Brain Break

Chill out in the Teen Room and make art, play games, hang out, and more. Activities change daily. Ages 11-17.

Romantasy Book Club

Have you enjoyed the enchanting realms of A Court of Thorns and Roses or Fourth Wing, and find yourself yearning for more? From star-crossed lovers to epic quests, discuss tales of that ignite passion and the imagination. Connect with fellow romantasy fans and find you......More

Have you enjoyed the enchanting realms of A Court of Thorns and Roses or Fourth Wing, and find yourself yearning for more? From star-crossed lovers to epic quests, discuss tales of that ignite passion and the imagination. Connect with fellow romantasy fans and find your next spellbinding read. WED North Branch 6:30-8 pm AMP 1/14/26 The Cruel Prince by Holly Black 2/11/26 Burn for Me by Ilona Andrews 3/11/26 Serpent & Dove by Shelby Mahurin 4/8/26 Fear the Flames by Olivia Rose Darling

Toddler Time

Participate with your toddler in these special classes that promote literacy and social interaction through stories, songs, and toddler-appropriate activities. Ages 1-3 and their caregiver. Due to limited room capacity, this is a ticketed event. Tickets will be given ......More

Participate with your toddler in these special classes that promote literacy and social interaction through stories, songs, and toddler-appropriate activities. Ages 1-3 and their caregiver. Due to limited room capacity, this is a ticketed event. Tickets will be given out at service desk 30 minutes before program starts. Books of the week: Daddy's Hugs and Snuggles by Linda Ashman Thread of Love by Kabir Sehgal *** Books are subject to change based on availability

Seedling Scouts Gardening Club

Join us for a hands-on exploration of nature, history, and science! Each month, children will dig into new topics from building safe habitats for beneficial bugs and learning the science behind pollinators, to exploring cultural practices in gardening. This program is ......More

Join us for a hands-on exploration of nature, history, and science! Each month, children will dig into new topics from building safe habitats for beneficial bugs and learning the science behind pollinators, to exploring cultural practices in gardening. This program is a perfect mix of outdoor discovery, STEM activities, and appreciation for the natural world. Ages 6-10. February: Build Bug Boxes March: Learn about Bees with Master Craftsman Beekeeper, Michelle Boerst April: Create Sensory Gardens

Crafter’s Corner

Bring your current crafting project to work on and meet others in the local crafting community. Share ideas, get tips and inspiration, and learn something new at this come and-go program.

Baby Story Time

Bring your baby to these classes promoting infant and caregiver bonding through stories, songs, and activities. For infants as old as 18 months and their caregivers. Books of the week: Babymoon by Hayley Barrett Huggy Kissy by Leslie Patricelli *** Books are subje......More

Bring your baby to these classes promoting infant and caregiver bonding through stories, songs, and activities. For infants as old as 18 months and their caregivers. Books of the week: Babymoon by Hayley Barrett Huggy Kissy by Leslie Patricelli *** Books are subject to change based on availability

Story Time

Join us for interactive preschool classes that use stories, songs, and puppets to build early literacy skills and prepare children to learn to read. For children ages 1-5 and their caregivers. Due to limited room capacity, this is a ticketed event. Tickets will be giv......More

Join us for interactive preschool classes that use stories, songs, and puppets to build early literacy skills and prepare children to learn to read. For children ages 1-5 and their caregivers. Due to limited room capacity, this is a ticketed event. Tickets will be given out at service desk 30 minutes before program starts. Books of the week: Let's Count Goats by Mem Fox & Jan Thomas Two Dogs on a Trike by Gabi Snyder Ducks Away! by Mem Fox & Judy Horacek Optional Books Pete the Cat and His Four Groovy Buttons by Eric Litwin Stack the Cats by Susie Ghahremani *** Books are subject to change based on availability

Cozy Creators

Come join us in The Forge Makerspace! In this low-stimulation environment, creators can bring their own project from home to work on and trade tips & tricks with other crafters; limited supplies provided. Ages 11-17.

Brain Break

Chill out in the Teen Room and make art, play games, hang out, and more. Activities change daily. Ages 11-17.

Rise and Shine Book Club

Join us to discuss the selected fiction genre of the month. If it isn't your cup of tea, just choose something different to talk about at this casual book club. Ages 16+. Something New Sat 2/14North Branch10 a.m. Something Funny Sat 3/21North Branch10 a.m. Something ......More

Join us to discuss the selected fiction genre of the month. If it isn't your cup of tea, just choose something different to talk about at this casual book club. Ages 16+. Something New Sat 2/14North Branch10 a.m. Something Funny Sat 3/21North Branch10 a.m. Something Blue Sat 4/18North Branch10 a.m.

Makers Gonna Make

Meet and make at the library! Each session will have different projects exploring aspects of STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math). Ages 6-17.

Books on Tap

We're bringing book discussions to local bars & breweries. Join us to rant and rave about our favorite books or least favorite tropes. Check our staff booklists for recommendations, come with your own, or listen to what others' are reading! No required book or booklist......More

We're bringing book discussions to local bars & breweries. Join us to rant and rave about our favorite books or least favorite tropes. Check our staff booklists for recommendations, come with your own, or listen to what others' are reading! No required book or booklist. Ages 21+.

Brain Break

Chill out in the Teen Room and make art, play games, hang out, and more. Activities change daily. Ages 11-17.

Dragon's Den: After-School Adventures

Explore game systems designed to facilitate cooperative world-building and group narrative creation. We will provide the tools necessary to begin learning to play games such as Dungeons and Dragons and others like it. Ages 11-17.