Library Spotlight

events and programs

These are highlights of upcoming events. See the complete schedule of events on the calendar. Scroll to bottom for recurring events.

Events by age:

Mario Kart Party Wednesday, January 14 Grades 5-8 Registration Required

Wednesday, January 14

4:30 PM | The Hollow

Start your engines and get ready to race! Join us at the library for a few friendly Mario Kart races on the big screen. Whether you’re a seasoned racer or brand-new to the tracks, everyone is welcome.

Space is limited and registration is required. Claim your spot HERE!

Teens Reading
Ready to clear up some shelf space? ... FOR MORE BOOKS?

For those in grades 8-12 

December 1st -January 3rd: Accepting Donations

We are accepting donations of gently used YA and adult fiction, graphic novels and narrative nonfiction for our upcoming Teen Book Swap on January 4th!

Teens who bring in books (or have books donated on their behalf!) will receive one book credit per donated book for the Book Swap. 

Please bring your donations to the Youth Services desk to get your Book Swap credit!

 

Can You Beat the Board? game show

Monday, January 5th at 10:30am  and 11:30am.

Bring your friends and your brainpower for an unforgettable game show where you can show off your smarts and see if YOU CAN BEAT THE BOARD!

 

Magazine Giveaway logo over a stack of magazines

It's time for our annual magazine giveaway! The library can only keep the current and previous year's issues, so starting on Monday, January 12th, we will be giving away all 2024 issues in the lobby of the library! There is no limit to how many you can take, and we encourage you to bring a bag. While supplies last. 

Sensory Storytime

1/11, 2/8, 3/8   |   10-10:30 am   |   The Hollow 

Join us for a morning storytime that supports children with sensory sensitivities.  Intended for ages 0-5. Siblings are welcome.  In order to ensure a small group experience, registration is required; click HERE to register. 

Library Chef Logo

Welcome to Library Chef!
We’re excited to bring Library Chef to you—offering cooking and kitchen skills for adults of all levels, along with insights from professional nutritionists and guest chefs from around the world! There are also classes for Teens and Children as well! Enjoy three live classes each month, plus replays available at your convenience—getting started is a breeze! 

Here’s What’s Cooking:

Picture to promote Reading Resolution Challenge

January 1, 2026 - January 31, 2026

Start the year off right by immersing yourself in the wonderful world of books. In this challenge, you will try to read 2000 pages or for a total of 26 hours between January 1st and January 31st, 2026. Participants who complete the challenge will have a chance to win one of four $25 gift cards. The last day to turn in this log is February 1st, drawing is February 3rd.  You can sign up through Beanstack, or pick up a paper log starting December 30, 2025.

Photo to promote online author talk

Tuesday, January 20th 2026 at 11:00 AM  |   This is a live virtual author talk that will be recorded and accessible for future use.

Be sure to jump start your new year with us as we chat virtually with journalist and author Julia Hotz about her book The Connection Cure: The Prescriptive Power of Movement, Nature, Art, Service, and Belonging.