Basic Computer Skills

Join instructors from Black Brilliance  to explore the basic hardware of a computer & gain essential knowledge of how a computer works. Those who complete one of the basic computer skills workshops can apply for a free laptop to use their skills beyond the workshop. ......More

Join instructors from Black Brilliance  to explore the basic hardware of a computer & gain essential knowledge of how a computer works. Those who complete one of the basic computer skills workshops can apply for a free laptop to use their skills beyond the workshop. To register, call 253-593-6641 ext 142 or Registration Form *These workshops and devices have been possible because of the Pierce County Digital Literacy and Digital Equity Services grant.

Family Storytime

Join us for stories, songs, and other fun learning activities designed to develop language, literacy and social skills in an environment the whole family can enjoy. Storytime is followed by play time and an opportunity for grownups to connect and chat. Want to continu......More

Join us for stories, songs, and other fun learning activities designed to develop language, literacy and social skills in an environment the whole family can enjoy. Storytime is followed by play time and an opportunity for grownups to connect and chat. Want to continue the fun at home? View these fun Storytime song and book recommendations here.

Home Maintenance 101 Workshop

Learn new ways to maintain your home with demonstrations by the Tacoma Tool Library. No registration required.  

Teen Time

Join us at the Moore Library for Teen Time! Watch movies, make art, play video games, and hang out with other teens at the library. We have different activities every time! Snacks, sensory kits, and crafting supplies provided every week. Look out for specialty events l......More

Join us at the Moore Library for Teen Time! Watch movies, make art, play video games, and hang out with other teens at the library. We have different activities every time! Snacks, sensory kits, and crafting supplies provided every week. Look out for specialty events like Moore Movies, Nintendo Nights, and specialty crafts or presentations!

Tacoma Creates - Spaceworks

In this workshop, we’ll get close and personal with the mental barriers our perfectionism has built by making intentionally ugly art. We’ll explore perfectionism’s origins, how this affects our current life goals, and how making intentionally ugly art can help us b......More

In this workshop, we’ll get close and personal with the mental barriers our perfectionism has built by making intentionally ugly art. We’ll explore perfectionism’s origins, how this affects our current life goals, and how making intentionally ugly art can help us bridge the gap between the two by practicing joyful imperfection and teaching our bodies that it’s safe to move toward our goals through imperfection. The goal is for you to leave this workshop with a better understanding of your own creative fear and a new, fun tool to help you bring more joy, play, and freedom into your life. Presented by Spaceworks, funded by the City of Tacoma/Tacoma Creates, and hosted by Tacoma Public library.

Social Work Support with Samie

Drop-in to connect with Tacoma Public Library's Social Worker. Samie is happy to listen and assist patrons with resource navigation for a variety of needs related to housing, shelter, domestic violence, VA, employment, behavioral health, McKinney Vento or student supp......More

Drop-in to connect with Tacoma Public Library's Social Worker. Samie is happy to listen and assist patrons with resource navigation for a variety of needs related to housing, shelter, domestic violence, VA, employment, behavioral health, McKinney Vento or student support, and more!

Up and Atom: Snow Shovel

Join us for Up and Atom STEAM Days where we try out different STEAM and craft activities.  The snow is piling up and the sidewalks won’t shovel themselves. Can you design a snow shovel strong enough to tackle the job? No registration required.

Baby Storytime

Fun for you and your baby with songs, rhymes, stories and movement. For babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages birth – 18 months. Want to continue the fun at home? View these fun Storytime song and book recommendations ......More

Fun for you and your baby with songs, rhymes, stories and movement. For babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages birth – 18 months. Want to continue the fun at home? View these fun Storytime song and book recommendations here. Baby storytime is approximately 20 minutes long, followed by play time and an opportunity for grownups to connect and chat.

Drop-In Tech Help

We can assist with learning basic computer skills, email, navigating apps, iOS devices, android devices, getting started on resumes and cover letters, and more. No registration required.  Every 2nd Thursday of the month at 11am - 1pm from May 2025 to December 2025.   ......More

We can assist with learning basic computer skills, email, navigating apps, iOS devices, android devices, getting started on resumes and cover letters, and more. No registration required.  Every 2nd Thursday of the month at 11am - 1pm from May 2025 to December 2025.   May 8        June 12 July 10 August 14 September 11 October 9 November 13 December 11

¡Cuentos y Cantos! Bilingual Storytime

¡Están invitados a una muy especial hora de cuentos bilingüe! Vengan con toda la familia para bailar, cantar, leer y hacer amigos en la Biblioteca de Tacoma! En los segundo y cuarto sabado del mes | 11 AM You are invited to our special bilingual storytime! Come wit......More

¡Están invitados a una muy especial hora de cuentos bilingüe! Vengan con toda la familia para bailar, cantar, leer y hacer amigos en la Biblioteca de Tacoma! En los segundo y cuarto sabado del mes | 11 AM You are invited to our special bilingual storytime! Come with the whole family for dancing, reading, singing, and making friends at the Tacoma Public Library! Every second and fourth Saturday of the month | 11 AM 

Read and Rant: The South Sound's LGBTQ+ Book Club

Join us for a monthly LGBTQ+ book club discussion, on the 2nd Saturday of the month! Titles change every month, and include a mix of fiction, non-fiction, adult, and YA selections. All are welcome to read and rant. This month's title is: The Best Bad Things by Katrin......More

Join us for a monthly LGBTQ+ book club discussion, on the 2nd Saturday of the month! Titles change every month, and include a mix of fiction, non-fiction, adult, and YA selections. All are welcome to read and rant. This month's title is: The Best Bad Things by Katrina Carrasco Unlimited e-book copies will be available through Hoopla! This event series is a collaboration between South Sound LGBTQ+ Book Club and the Tacoma Public Library.

Studio and Storytime with Tacoma Art Museum

Join TPL and TAM for Studio + Storytime held at Tacoma Art Museum! Studio + Storytime begins with a reading of a storybook, exploring some art in TAM's galleries, and then a hands-on art project in TAM's studio classroom! Geared towards kids ages 2-8. Celebrate the......More

Join TPL and TAM for Studio + Storytime held at Tacoma Art Museum! Studio + Storytime begins with a reading of a storybook, exploring some art in TAM's galleries, and then a hands-on art project in TAM's studio classroom! Geared towards kids ages 2-8. Celebrate the winter solstice with us as we read a Weiwei's Winter Solstice and create fun winter-themed cards.  Please note: Classroom space is limited, if the space is full the activity and book of the month will be available at TAM Studio on the first floor. **REGISTRATION IS NOT REQUIRED - REGISTER IF YOU'D LIKE TO RECEIVE A REMINDER EMAIL** Presented by Tacoma Art Museum, funded by the City of Tacoma/Tacoma Creates, and hosted by Tacoma Public Library.

Brick by Brick LEGO Club

Join us for Brick by Brick LEGO Club! Free build to your heart's content! All ages welcome. No registration required. Please leave your personal LEGOs at home.