Preschool Building Party

Come build with us! Experiment with toys that connect in different ways. Ages 3 to 5. Due to small pieces, this program is not appropriate for ages 2 and younger. Registration not required. Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by reques......More

Come build with us! Experiment with toys that connect in different ways. Ages 3 to 5. Due to small pieces, this program is not appropriate for ages 2 and younger. Registration not required. Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email [email protected] at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.

Teen Readers Club

Stir up a cup of cocoa or cider and talk about books and more! Learn how to turn your favorite reads into mini books, pin buttons, and other mementos. Find new reads in a display of staff picks. For middle and high school ages. Sponsored by the Maple Valley Library......More

Stir up a cup of cocoa or cider and talk about books and more! Learn how to turn your favorite reads into mini books, pin buttons, and other mementos. Find new reads in a display of staff picks. For middle and high school ages. Sponsored by the Maple Valley Library Guild. No registration required. Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email [email protected] at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.

It's a Chanukah Party!

Join us for an interactive story walk, Chanukah games and decorate your own donut!  Learn more about this lovely festival of lights.

Small Business Help Desk

Get information and resources to support your small business.  A specialist can help you: Create a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) number Get a business license Do business online Answer tax questions And more, including: Senior Support; Womenâs Support; Legal Se......More

Get information and resources to support your small business.  A specialist can help you: Create a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) number Get a business license Do business online Answer tax questions And more, including: Senior Support; Womenâs Support; Legal Services; and Mental Health In partnership with Indian American Community Services (IACS). Registration not required. Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email [email protected] at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.

Gaming Afternoon

Play a game! Pick from our board games and card games or bring your own to share. Some snacks provided. Ages 11 to 17, ages 9 to 10 with adult. Registration not required. Sponsored by the Maple Valley Library Guild. Reasonable accommodation for people with disabili......More

Play a game! Pick from our board games and card games or bring your own to share. Some snacks provided. Ages 11 to 17, ages 9 to 10 with adult. Registration not required. Sponsored by the Maple Valley Library Guild. Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email [email protected] at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.

Tutors at the Maple Valley Library (Study Zone)

Volunteer tutors provide homework help for grades K-12. They can also give language support for homework or translation in many languages. Students may drop in any time during Tutor hours. Look for volunteers wearing the Tutor t-shirt. Tutor Subjects Available: Su......More

Volunteer tutors provide homework help for grades K-12. They can also give language support for homework or translation in many languages. Students may drop in any time during Tutor hours. Look for volunteers wearing the Tutor t-shirt. Tutor Subjects Available: Subject and language availability may vary based on volunteer attendance. Unexpected absences or schedule changes can occur. All subjects are available for grades K-5 on each shift. Advanced Subjects for Grades 6-12 and Languages available: Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30pm: Statistics, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Calculus, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, English/Writing, Study Skills. Languages available: English. Study Zone Study Zone programs provide volunteer-led academic support for grades K-12. Programs include Tutors, Math Club, Reading Buddies and Kids & Teens Talk Time. Available online and in libraries. Online Study Zone programs are supervised by library staff. Visit Study Zone for the Terms of Use Agreement and steps KCLS is taking to maintain a safe and positive online space. Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email [email protected] at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.

Story Walk Read-Along at the Lake Wilderness Arboretum

Join Librarian Sharon in the great outdoors to read the Story Walk book on the 3rd Saturday each month!   Sponsored by the Maple Valley Library Guild and the Lake Wilderness Arboretum. Dress for the weather. Meet at the Arboretum Information booth at 10:25am and wa......More

Join Librarian Sharon in the great outdoors to read the Story Walk book on the 3rd Saturday each month!   Sponsored by the Maple Valley Library Guild and the Lake Wilderness Arboretum. Dress for the weather. Meet at the Arboretum Information booth at 10:25am and walk to the Story Walk together. Follow the Maple Valley Library on Facebook for updates or call 425.432.4620. We do cancel for unsafe weather conditions such as high winds or snow or poor air quality. Registration not required.

Crafts for 3s, 4s and 5s

Enjoy a story and get creative with crafts designed for busy little hands. Sponsored by the Maple Valley Library Guild. Ages 3 to 5 with adult. Please register. Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email ......More

Enjoy a story and get creative with crafts designed for busy little hands. Sponsored by the Maple Valley Library Guild. Ages 3 to 5 with adult. Please register. Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email [email protected] at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.

Pen 2 Paper Creative Writing Club

Do you write or want to try? Join other young writers to socialize, imagine new stories and have the option to share your work. Learn new techniques, enjoy time to write and invite guest authors to visit! Supplies and snacks provided. Personal laptops welcome. Hosted......More

Do you write or want to try? Join other young writers to socialize, imagine new stories and have the option to share your work. Learn new techniques, enjoy time to write and invite guest authors to visit! Supplies and snacks provided. Personal laptops welcome. Hosted by the Maple Valley Library Teen Advisory Board. Sponsored by the Maple Valley Library Guild. For middle and high school ages. Registration not required.  Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email [email protected] at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.

Tutors at the Maple Valley Library (Study Zone)

Volunteer tutors provide homework help for grades K-12. They can also give language support for homework or translation in many languages. Students may drop in any time during Tutor hours. Look for volunteers wearing the Tutor t-shirt. Tutor Subjects Available: Su......More

Volunteer tutors provide homework help for grades K-12. They can also give language support for homework or translation in many languages. Students may drop in any time during Tutor hours. Look for volunteers wearing the Tutor t-shirt. Tutor Subjects Available: Subject and language availability may vary based on volunteer attendance. Unexpected absences or schedule changes can occur. All subjects are available for grades K-5 on each shift. Advanced Subjects for Grades 6-12 and Languages available: Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30pm: Statistics, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Calculus, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, English/Writing, Study Skills. Languages available: English. Study Zone Study Zone programs provide volunteer-led academic support for grades K-12. Programs include Tutors, Math Club, Reading Buddies and Kids & Teens Talk Time. Available online and in libraries. Online Study Zone programs are supervised by library staff. Visit Study Zone for the Terms of Use Agreement and steps KCLS is taking to maintain a safe and positive online space. Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email [email protected] at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.

Maple Valley Library Monday Morning Book Group

The Lines That Make Us by Nathan Vass New members always welcome! Registration not required. Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email ......More

The Lines That Make Us by Nathan Vass New members always welcome! Registration not required. Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email [email protected] at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.