Come watch a movie in the teen space and eat delicious snacks! Movie rotates monthly; May's movie is Crazy Rich Asians (rating: PG-13) to celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Popcorn and drinks will be provided. This program is open to ages 12-17, 18 if in high school.
Asian Pacific Islander Heritage
Experience the sights and sounds of traditional Japanese Taiko drums and modern instruments to create a cultural thunderstorm of rhythm and energy! Brought to you by Kaminari Taiko, a drum ensemble based here in Houston and the Friends of the Fairbanks Library. Come feel inspired as we celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage month at Fairbanks!
Let's celebrate Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month by creating Asian Suncatcher Fans!
Join us while supplies last!
This event is for ages 12-17, 18 if in High School
Want to taste something new?
Join us for Exciting Flavors! A new program where we make and/or taste new recipes.
We will be tasting snacks to celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month.
See you there.
Join us in celebrating AAPI Heritage month by making and decorating hand fans for you to take home! All ages are welcome and all materials will be provided!
¡Acompáñanos a celebrar el Mes de la Herencia AAPI elaborando y decorando abanicos de mano para llevar a casa! Todas las edades son bienvenidas y se proporcionarán todos los materiales.
Join on Saturday, May 9, at 3 PM to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Month. Kathak is one of the eight classical dance forms of India, known for its intricate footwork, expressive storytelling, and rhythmic energy. In this engaging program, audiences will learn about the history and traditions of Kathak while enjoying a live dance performance by students of Storytellers School of Dance. The presentation will conclude with a short interactive segment where participants can try simple Kathak movements and rhythms themselves.
Read Against the Machine is a nonfiction book club exploring social, cultural, historical, and political topics. Selections highlight varied perspectives and encourage readers to think critically about the ideas and narratives that shape contemporary life.
In May, we are reading Farewell to Manzanar by Jeanne Makatsuki Houston.
"During World War II the incarceration camp called Manzanar was hastily created in the high mountain desert country of California, east of the Sierras. Its purpose? To house thousands of Japanese Americans.
Books & Banter is a monthly book club that usually meets at the end of each month to explore books that celebrate and honor the richness of different cultures, movements and milestones. From the inspiring stories of Black History Month and the trailblazing women we recognize during Woman’s History Month to Disability Pride Month and more. Our club delves into diverse perspectives and voices that have shaped the world we live in. With each book we aim to spark meaningful conversations, reflect on history and the joys and struggles of the human experience.
Adults – the Next Chapter Monday Matinee continues Monday, May 11 at 2:00 in our upstairs Innovation Lab Classroom. We look forward to seeing Lilo & Stitch, the 2002 Disney animated film where Stitch, a runaway genetic experiment from a faraway planet, crash-lands on Earth. As he wreaks havoc on the Hawaiian Islands, he becomes the mischievous adopted alien "puppy" of an independent little girl named Lilo and learns about loyalty, friendship, and 'ohana, the Hawaiian tradition of family.
Celebrate Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month by creating your own Koinobori Flying Carp Craft! Join us in the Fairbanks Library meeting room for this fun and easy art project and create a masterpiece that you can keep.
This program is designed for children aged 6 to 11 years old but siblings of other ages are welcome too!
No registration required.