Think you’ve got sharp eyes? Put them to test in our Word Search Showdown! Race against the clock, find every hidden word, and compete for bragging rights and prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. Join the fun and see if you have what it takes to be our Word Search Champion! Join us on Saturday, October 10, at 2PM. Registration is required for this event, and seating is limited.
Maud Smith Marks Branch Library
Your GPA and test scores say a lot — but your college essay is where you get to speak. Not sure where to start? Join us for a presentation that takes the mystery (and misery) out of writing your personal statement.
We’ll cover:
What colleges are really looking for in your essay
How to pick the right topic (hint: it’s not always your biggest accomplishment)
Writing tips to help your story shine
Common pitfalls and how to avoid sounding like everyone else
We read the book, now let’s watch the movie! Booked This Afternoon Book to Movie Showing of Bless Me, Ultima will be on Thursday, September 17, at 2 PM.
Refreshments will be provided.
Wiggle, giggle, and read together!
Join other toddlers and their parents or caregivers for weekly Toddler Time Storytime every Thursday at 10:15 a.m. or 11:15 a.m. Each session features age-appropriate stories, songs, and fingerplays designed to encourage early literacy, movement, and fun interaction.
This program is specially geared for toddlers ages 18–35 months and their caregivers. No ticket required—just drop in and join the fun!
Wiggle, giggle, and read together!
Join other toddlers and their parents or caregivers for weekly Toddler Time Storytime every Thursday at 10:15 a.m. or 11:15 a.m. Each session features age-appropriate stories, songs, and fingerplays designed to encourage early literacy, movement, and fun interaction.
This program is specially geared for toddlers ages 18–35 months and their caregivers. No ticket required—just drop in and join the fun!
Adult DIY Workshop: Macrame Ghosts
Join us on Tuesday, October 13th, at 2 PM as we create a macrame ghost wall hanger! Registration is required for this event, and seating is limited. Sign up today!
Join us at Maud Marks Library every Tuesday from 11:15–11:45 AM for Preschool Explorer Time!
Designed especially for children ages 3–5, this 30-minute hands-on sensory play program encourages learning through exploration, creativity, and discovery. Each week, little learners will engage in fun, interactive activities that help build curiosity, problem-solving skills, and early language and motor development.
Come explore, discover, and play with us—we can’t wait to see you there!
Play, Learn, and Grow Together!
From September 2 through September 30, our regular Patty Cake Baby Story Time will be replaced by the Play and Grow Family Place Workshops. Baby Story Time will return on October 7.
Join us for this special 5-week parent-child workshop designed to support early childhood development while strengthening the bond between children and their caregivers. Children ages 1–3 will enjoy hands-on play with toys and activities that encourage creativity, exploration, and learning.
Battle Bots had to be rescheduled from Summer, and it’s finally time! Come work with a ream to create your own remote-controlled robot, then battle other teams for ultimate domination! Tickets required and will be available 30 minutes before the start of the program. Grades 4th-12th.
Join professional makeup artist Ash for some tips to take your Halloween makeup up a notch! Looking to add a little glamour or gore? This is the lesson for you! Grades 4th - 12th. Tickets are required and a limited number will be available at the customer service desk at 4PM.