Join Michael, Octavia Field Library Branch's Children's Librarian, for an hour of nursery rhymes, storytelling, arts & crafts and playtime. We'll talk, sing, write, read and play, and your prekindergarten age kiddos will have so much fun that they won't even realize they are gaining valuable pre-literacy skills. Ages 0-5.
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Join us for a fun and creative workshop on Friday, June 26, 2026 to learn how to make beautiful cyanotype prints using sunlight and dried plants. No experience needed! All materials will be provided.
For adults ages 18 and up. Registration is required.
If you have not checked in within 10 minutes of the program start time, your spot can be released.
Join us every Thursday for a fun hour full of crafts and workshops. Relax, have a snack in a safe and welcoming space!
Teen Book Club has transformed into Read It and Eat! It's a book club with a twist--during book club, you create something yummy based on this month's theme and then feast. This month, the theme is Asian American Pacific Islander American Heritage Month.
Readers of manga, graphic novels, books, and audiobooks are welcome! Even if you haven't read anything new lately, you can still join us! This program is for readers ages 13-18.
Attention adults! Come and enjoy our kid-free event, Library Movie Nights, where we feature a different film each time. This program occurs typically every third Wednesday of the month. We'll have popcorn and beverages available, and you're welcome to bring your own snacks to enjoy and share! Movies are subject to change.
January - 10 Things I Hate About You
February - Sorry To Bother You
March - Philomena
April - Lady Bird
May - India Sweets and Spices
June - The Wedding Banquet
Hey adults! Are you a book lover or want to get into reading? Then come join Shelf-ish Book Club! This is for adult readers who love exploring a variety of stories. Meetings are typically every fourth Wednesday of the month at 6:30pm. Enjoy snacks and beverages during the discussion. Feel free to contact the library or visit us for any questions.
January - The Midnight Library by Matt Haig
February - James by Percival Everett
March - Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
April - Poetry!
May - What My Bones Know by Stephanie Foo
Join us for an interactive early literacy experience for preschoolers and their caregivers. This program is geared toward children ages 3-6 years old and features songs, books, and crafts each week!
This program is a wonderful way to promote early literacy, social skills, and kindergarten readiness skills!
Space is limited. Please pick up your free tickets at the Children's Reference Desk the morning of the program to gain entry to Sapling story time.
Occurrence: Tuesdays, weekly (unless otherwise noted)
Time: 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM
Ages: 0-2
Description: Stories, songs, and rhymes for babies, followed by a short play time.
Additional Info: Free! No registration.
Location: Kids Corner
Ticket Info: Limit: 50
Occurrence: Tuesdays, weekly (unless otherwise noted)
Time: 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM
Ages: 0-2
Description: Stories, songs, and rhymes for babies, followed by a short play time.
Additional Info: Free! No registration.
Location: Kids Corner
Ticket Info: Limit: 50
This is a writers' club meant for all writers to learn more about the art, share their work, and learn from other writers about their work process, publishing, and writing journey.
Everyone is encouraged to bring a brief excerpt from any Work In Progress (WIPs) or other material they are willing to share. At your discretion, you may bring handouts with the material printed on it.
Writers of all levels are welcomed, including people just wanting to learn more!