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Urban Homesteading 101: Homemade Candles

Come join us and learn how to make your own candles. We will discuss the basics of candle making and provide the supplies to make your own homemade candle.

South Waco Meeting Room, South Waco

Author Talk: Laurie Gwen Shapiro

Amelia Earhart may have been one of the bravest and most daring women in history, but some of her more treacherous stunts revealed the influence of her husband, George Putnam, the “PT Barnum of publishing,” who often pushed his authors—and his wife—to extremes in the na......More

Amelia Earhart may have been one of the bravest and most daring women in history, but some of her more treacherous stunts revealed the influence of her husband, George Putnam, the “PT Barnum of publishing,” who often pushed his authors—and his wife—to extremes in the name of publicity. Join professor Laurie Gwen Shapiro for a peek behind the curtain at an American icon and the story of the complex marriage that helped shape her career.Laurie Gwen Shapiro is an award-winning documentarian and journalist, adjunct professor at The NYU Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute, and author, most recently, of The Aviator and the Showman: Amelia Earhart, George Putnam, and the Marriage that Made an American Icon.

West Waco Meeting Room, West Waco

Gingerbread House Decorating Party

It's time for a house party--a gingerbread house party! The whole family will work together to create a beautiful, edible decoration. We'll have everything you need to make your house awesome! Space is limited, so register your team now!

West Waco Meeting Room, West Waco

Bubble Storytime

Come join us for a fun-filled storytime full of books, songs, and bubbles! We'll read stories, discover what letter our friendly monster buddy Karl has eaten, and have a giant bubble countdown challenge.

East Waco Meeting Room, East Waco

Move&Play Storytime

Little people, ages 3-6, need to move and play. This storytime will have books (of course!) but the focus is on being active, making music, and exploring our world.

South Waco Meeting Room, South Waco

Ornament Extravaganza

Book lovers of all ages are invited to make a bookish ornament to celebrate reading during this holiday season! Fill a clear ornament with miniature books and decorations, tie on a festive bow, and take it home to decorate for the season. This is a come and go event in ......More

Book lovers of all ages are invited to make a bookish ornament to celebrate reading during this holiday season! Fill a clear ornament with miniature books and decorations, tie on a festive bow, and take it home to decorate for the season. This is a come and go event in the Central Library meeting room. Supplies are limited.

Central Meeting Room, Central Library

Books & Brews: Lo Fi

This month we’re meeting at Cricket’s Draft House & Grill (211 Mary Avenue) to discuss Lo Fi by Liz Riggs. In this novel, follow the life of Alison Hunter who, while working at the Venue, a Nashville spot that hosts famous bands, experiences love and loss while trying t......More

This month we’re meeting at Cricket’s Draft House & Grill (211 Mary Avenue) to discuss Lo Fi by Liz Riggs. In this novel, follow the life of Alison Hunter who, while working at the Venue, a Nashville spot that hosts famous bands, experiences love and loss while trying to earn her spot on the stage. See how she fares, then join us for the discussion. No purchase necessary.

Off-Site, Off-Site

Crafty Preschool Storytime

Stories will come alive through puppetry, drama, and interactive read alouds! Families will enjoy this traditional storytime where children can use their imaginations and discover a love for reading! Following storytime, children will also get to make a craft to take ......More

Stories will come alive through puppetry, drama, and interactive read alouds! Families will enjoy this traditional storytime where children can use their imaginations and discover a love for reading! Following storytime, children will also get to make a craft to take home!

West Waco Children's Area, West Waco

Baby & Toddler Time

Join us in the Children's department play area for a 30 minutes storytime made especially for baby and toddlers that builds early literacy skills through activities, play, and stories. Then stay for 30 minutes of play time and socializing!

Central Meeting Room, Central Library

Let's Draw: A wintertime Polar Bear!

A polar bear in a blizzard is more challenging to draw than you might think! Together we will be drawing a holiday season polar bear in this step-by-step class is designed for kids 6 to 12.

South Waco Meeting Room, South Waco

Waco Solid Waste's Polar Express visits Family Storytime!

We'll enjoy the beloved story of The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg at storytime. In addition, Waco Solid Waste will bring their Polar Express themed truck for families to enjoy the lights and attractions! Kids will also get to make a jingle bell ornament to take ......More

We'll enjoy the beloved story of The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg at storytime. In addition, Waco Solid Waste will bring their Polar Express themed truck for families to enjoy the lights and attractions! Kids will also get to make a jingle bell ornament to take home to put on their Christmas tree.

West Waco Children's Area, West Waco

Cat Cafe - Featuring Kittens from the Pet Circle

Kittens, books, and Coffee? The formula for a PURRRRfect Day! Patrons of all ages are invited to a pop-up cat café in the library featuring adoptable kittens from the Pet Circle. Whether you are looking to love on a kitten for a few minutes or FURever, this will be a PA......More

Kittens, books, and Coffee? The formula for a PURRRRfect Day! Patrons of all ages are invited to a pop-up cat café in the library featuring adoptable kittens from the Pet Circle. Whether you are looking to love on a kitten for a few minutes or FURever, this will be a PAWsome experience! Capacity is limited, tickets for all four 30 minute sessions will be passed out beginning at 3:00. This program may be canceled or changed to a Puppies on the Patio event depending on how many cats are in residence at Petcircle at the time of the program. Please keep an eye out on our social media and calendar for updates.

Central Meeting Room, Central Library

Crafty Adults: Mini Art

Participants will have the opportunity to create a mini canvas of their own to keep, or submit for the library's mini art gala at the end of January.

West Waco Meeting Room, West Waco

Pokémon Trainer Academy - TBA

Come join Professor Cody as he teaches aspiring Pokémon Trainers all about the world of Pokémon.

East Waco Meeting Room, East Waco

Mystery Book Club

If you're looking for a book club and you love whodunits, our Mystery Book Club is for you! At December's meeting, we'll be picking the books that we'll read in 2026. Join the discussion and bring your suggestions! New members are always welcome.

South Waco Meeting Room, South Waco

Bubble Storytime

Come join us for a fun-filled storytime full of books, songs, and bubbles! We'll read stories, discover what letter our friendly monster buddy Karl has eaten, and have a giant bubble countdown challenge.

East Waco Meeting Room, East Waco