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Image of a large round bread loaf, "The New Artisan Bread in Five Minutes a Day"

Cookbook Club: Artisan Bread Making

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Annex Meeting Room at Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Description:

Watch an artisan bread-making demonstration led by students in the GI-TEC Culinary Arts class, discuss the featured cookbook, and enjoy a piece of freshly baked artisan bread ...

Library Branch: Veterans Memorial Library
Room: Annex Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Program Description:

Watch an artisan bread-making demonstration led by students in the GI-TEC Culinary Arts class, discuss the featured cookbook, and enjoy a piece of freshly baked artisan bread with various flavors!

Image of a dark dragon silhouette showing through a mason jar lit from the inside.

CRDL Teen Take & Make: Dragon Silhouette Mason Jar Lantern

All Day
All Branches
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Description:

We'll provide instructions and supplies to make night lights using mason jars and dragon silhouette cutouts.For grades 6-12. Please allow extra time if you request a branch de...

Waitlist
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: All Branches
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Program Description:

We'll provide instructions and supplies to make night lights using mason jars and dragon silhouette cutouts.

For grades 6-12. Please allow extra time if you request a branch delivery for your kit. 

Image of a stack of board games and a game controller for video games.

Blue Jays Gaming Group

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 3:15pm - 5:15pm
SCL Meeting Room at Shepherd Community Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Program Description:

Join us for after-school gaming fun at your Shepherd Community Library once a month! We'll also have electronic gaming & options for simple tabletop or card games. This program...

Library Branch: Shepherd Community Library
Room: SCL Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Gaming
Program Description:

Join us for after-school gaming fun at your Shepherd Community Library once a month! We'll also have electronic gaming & options for simple tabletop or card games. This program is for students in grades 4 & up.

Book Cover features an areal view of a city along with the title The True Meaning of Smekday.

MIDDLE SCHOOL READING MASTERS: The True Meaning of Smekday

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Zoom
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School
Program Description:

A monthly book club for middle school students! Recommended for Grades 6-8.We will meet ONLINE for a lighthearted book discussion this month. Check your email inbox for the Zo...

Open
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Zoom
Age Group: Teens, Middle School
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Program Description:

A monthly book club for middle school students! Recommended for Grades 6-8.

We will meet ONLINE for a lighthearted book discussion this month. Check your email inbox for the Zoom link. 

Lego Club

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Annex Meeting Room at Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gaming, Technology Class, Workshop
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Description:

It's time to challenge yourself to build something extraordinary. Get yourself to the library and get creative! Join us for a LEGO build to create your masterpiece.

Library Branch: Veterans Memorial Library
Room: Annex Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming, Technology Class, Workshop
Program Description:

It's time to challenge yourself to build something extraordinary. Get yourself to the library and get creative! Join us for a LEGO build to create your masterpiece.

Image of a tan and white dog with large, fluffy ears standing outside on a deck.

Read to a Therapy Dog

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Veterans Memorial Library
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Description:

Jed, a sweet-natured Papillion and registered therapy dog, and her handler, Doreen, will meet you in the children's area of our Mt. Pleasant branch. Drop by between 4 and 5 p....

Library Branch: Veterans Memorial Library
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Description:

Jed, a sweet-natured Papillion and registered therapy dog, and her handler, Doreen, will meet you in the children's area of our Mt. Pleasant branch. Drop by between 4 and 5 p.m. to say "hi" and read to Jed. 

Image of a tan and white dog with large, fluffy ears standing outside on a deck.

Read to a Therapy Dog

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Veterans Memorial Library
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Description:

Jed, a sweet-natured Papillion and registered therapy dog, and her handler, Doreen, will meet you in the children's area of our Mt. Pleasant branch. Drop by between 4 and 5 p....

Library Branch: Veterans Memorial Library
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Description:

Jed, a sweet-natured Papillion and registered therapy dog, and her handler, Doreen, will meet you in the children's area of our Mt. Pleasant branch. Drop by between 4 and 5 p.m. to say "hi" and read to Jed. 

Image of The Empire Strikes Back movie poster

Star Wars V: The Empire Strikes Back Interactive Movie

Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Annex Meeting Room at Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
Movie, Other
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone, Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Description:

May the 4th be with you! Join us in the annex meeting room to watch an interactive showing of Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back. Participants will receive a mini "lights...

Library Branch: Veterans Memorial Library
Room: Annex Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone, Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Movie, Other
Program Description:

May the 4th be with you! Join us in the annex meeting room to watch an interactive showing of Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back. Participants will receive a mini "lightsaber," a list of action prompts, and snacks.

Image of a stack of board games and a game controller for video games.

Blue Jays Gaming Group

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 3:15pm - 5:15pm
SCL Meeting Room at Shepherd Community Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Program Description:

Join us for after-school gaming fun at your Shepherd Community Library once a month! We'll also have electronic gaming & options for simple tabletop or card games. This program...

Library Branch: Shepherd Community Library
Room: SCL Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Gaming
Program Description:

Join us for after-school gaming fun at your Shepherd Community Library once a month! We'll also have electronic gaming & options for simple tabletop or card games. This program is for students in grades 4 & up.

Image shows a group of paper flowers that resemble carnations. Colors are purple, light pink and dark pink.

CRDL Teen Take & Make: Paper Flowers

All Day
All Branches
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Description:

They say that April showers bring May flowers. So, this month, we are providing supplies and instructions so that you can create your own beautiful custom paper flowers. Make a cor...

Open
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: All Branches
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Program Description:

They say that April showers bring May flowers. So, this month, we are providing supplies and instructions so that you can create your own beautiful custom paper flowers.

Book cover features a fierce looking dragon mid-flight breathing fire.

Middle School Reading Masters: The Dragonet Prophecy by Tui T Sutherland

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Founders Room at Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School
Program Description:

A monthly book club for middle school students! Recommended for Grades 6-8. We will meet at the Mt. Pleasant branch for a lighthearted book discussion and pizza this month.JOI...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Veterans Memorial Library
Room: Founders Room
Age Group: Teens, Middle School
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Program Description:

A monthly book club for middle school students! Recommended for Grades 6-8. We will meet at the Mt. Pleasant branch for a lighthearted book discussion and pizza this month.

Image of a lizard with its tongue sticking out.

Reptarium-Bring the Zoo to You!

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Annex Meeting Room at Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone, Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Description:

Join us for this hands-on, interactive reptile program and meet lizards, snakes & more!No registration is required, but space is limited, and seating will be on a first-come, f...

Library Branch: Veterans Memorial Library
Room: Annex Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone, Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Performance
Program Description:

Join us for this hands-on, interactive reptile program and meet lizards, snakes & more!

No registration is required, but space is limited, and seating will be on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Lego Club

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Annex Meeting Room at Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gaming, Technology Class, Workshop
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Description:

It's time to challenge yourself to build something extraordinary. Get yourself to the library and get creative! Join us for a LEGO build to create your masterpiece.

Library Branch: Veterans Memorial Library
Room: Annex Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming, Technology Class, Workshop
Program Description:

It's time to challenge yourself to build something extraordinary. Get yourself to the library and get creative! Join us for a LEGO build to create your masterpiece.

Lego Club

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Annex Meeting Room at Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gaming, Technology Class, Workshop
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Description:

It's time to challenge yourself to build something extraordinary. Get yourself to the library and get creative! Join us for a LEGO build to create your masterpiece.

Library Branch: Veterans Memorial Library
Room: Annex Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming, Technology Class, Workshop
Program Description:

It's time to challenge yourself to build something extraordinary. Get yourself to the library and get creative! Join us for a LEGO build to create your masterpiece.

Lego Club

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Annex Meeting Room at Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gaming, Technology Class, Workshop
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Description:

It's time to challenge yourself to build something extraordinary. Get yourself to the library and get creative! Join us for a LEGO build to create your masterpiece.

Library Branch: Veterans Memorial Library
Room: Annex Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming, Technology Class, Workshop
Program Description:

It's time to challenge yourself to build something extraordinary. Get yourself to the library and get creative! Join us for a LEGO build to create your masterpiece.

Lego Club

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Annex Meeting Room at Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gaming, Technology Class, Workshop
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Description:

It's time to challenge yourself to build something extraordinary. Get yourself to the library and get creative! Join us for a LEGO build to create your masterpiece.

Library Branch: Veterans Memorial Library
Room: Annex Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming, Technology Class, Workshop
Program Description:

It's time to challenge yourself to build something extraordinary. Get yourself to the library and get creative! Join us for a LEGO build to create your masterpiece.

Lego Club

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Annex Meeting Room at Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gaming, Technology Class, Workshop
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Description:

It's time to challenge yourself to build something extraordinary. Get yourself to the library and get creative! Join us for a LEGO build to create your masterpiece.

Library Branch: Veterans Memorial Library
Room: Annex Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming, Technology Class, Workshop
Program Description:

It's time to challenge yourself to build something extraordinary. Get yourself to the library and get creative! Join us for a LEGO build to create your masterpiece.

Lego Club

Monday, October 20, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Annex Meeting Room at Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gaming, Technology Class, Workshop
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Description:

It's time to challenge yourself to build something extraordinary. Get yourself to the library and get creative! Join us for a LEGO build to create your masterpiece.

Library Branch: Veterans Memorial Library
Room: Annex Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming, Technology Class, Workshop
Program Description:

It's time to challenge yourself to build something extraordinary. Get yourself to the library and get creative! Join us for a LEGO build to create your masterpiece.

Lego Club

Monday, November 17, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Annex Meeting Room at Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gaming, Technology Class, Workshop
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Description:

It's time to challenge yourself to build something extraordinary. Get yourself to the library and get creative! Join us for a LEGO build to create your masterpiece.

Library Branch: Veterans Memorial Library
Room: Annex Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming, Technology Class, Workshop
Program Description:

It's time to challenge yourself to build something extraordinary. Get yourself to the library and get creative! Join us for a LEGO build to create your masterpiece.

Lego Club

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Annex Meeting Room at Veterans Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gaming, Technology Class, Workshop
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Description:

It's time to challenge yourself to build something extraordinary. Get yourself to the library and get creative! Join us for a LEGO build to create your masterpiece.

Library Branch: Veterans Memorial Library
Room: Annex Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming, Technology Class, Workshop
Program Description:

It's time to challenge yourself to build something extraordinary. Get yourself to the library and get creative! Join us for a LEGO build to create your masterpiece.