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Upcoming Youth Events

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Drop In Crafts
Fri, May 22, All day
Youth Craft Table Area
Drop in to the library and create a fun craft! Little ones may need... more
Drop in to the library and create a fun craft! Little ones may need some help.
Magic Workshop
Fri, May 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room60
In professional magician Dan Gogh’s Magic Workshop, you will not only... more
In professional magician Dan Gogh’s Magic Workshop, you will not only learn the secrets to the magic, but also gain valuable presentation skills to make your own magic show exciting.
Registration is now closed
The Cradle Will Rock
Fri, May 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Storytime Tree Area
Books, music, songs, fingerplays, and bubbles for caregiver and baby.
Registration is now closed
Coding Club
Sat, May 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room
Interested in coding? No matter your experience level, the Coding Club... more
Interested in coding? No matter your experience level, the Coding Club is for you! Register for one, two, or all three sessions.
This event is full
LIBRARY CLOSED
Sun, May 24, All day
Memorial Day
LIBRARY CLOSED
Mon, May 25, All day
Memorial Day
Messy Time!
Tue, May 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Program Room60
Come have fun making a messy creation. Dress for a mess!
This event is full
Summer Reading Challenge: The Pursuit of Happiness
Wed, Jun 03, All day
kids • teens • adults
Desafío de lectura de verano: La búsqueda de la felicidad
Wed, Jun 03, All day
niños • jóvenes • adultos
Arrorró bebé
Wed, Jun 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Storytime Tree Area
¡La hora del cuento diseñada para bebés y su acompañante ha... more
¡La hora del cuento diseñada para bebés y su acompañante ha llegado! Disfrutarán de cuentos cortos, música, rimas y canciones.
Dog Days of Summer: Paws-itive Hangout
Wed, Jun 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Services
Celebrate the dog days of summer with some friendly four-legged... more
Celebrate the dog days of summer with some friendly four-legged visitors! Come spend time with calm and attentive therapy dogs. All ages are welcome.
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New arrivals

To find new arrivals in the library, ask for help at the Ask Me Desk.

NEW! Picture Books

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  • New Picture Books
    • Can you spot animals?
    • Un tropezón de tres años : basado en un cuento popular coreano
    • I am not your hat!
    • The baby who stayed awake forever
    • What is scarier than thunder?
    • Head full of clouds

NEW! Kids Movies

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  • New Kids Movies
    • Moana two
    • Sonic the Hedgehog three
    • Mufasa, the Lion King
    • Dog Man
    • Paddington in Peru
    • Migration

NEW! Juvenile Fiction

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  • New Juvenile Fiction
    • The magician next door
    • Toto
    • Attack of the cheez funk breath!
    • To the rescue!
    • Miriam's magical creature files. 1
    • Play ball!

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  • ADA Accommodations
    We can provide accommodations for physical access, communications, or other needs to ensure that services, activities, and programs are available to individuals with disabilities.
  • Get a Library Card
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  • Make a Suggestion
    Fill out the online suggestion box form with your comments or suggestions on the library. You can also submit your suggestions anonymously at the library's physical suggestion box.
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  • Volunteer
    You are never too young to start giving back. We have volunteering opportunities for younger and older kids.