This class is designed for English language learners. Improve your spoken English as we focus on listening and speaking skills with an emphasis on everyday pronunciation, intonation, and stress, as well as unique American rhythms.
Career Exploration for Google IT Support Specialist - Adult (Online)
This class is designed for English language learners who are interested in exploring the work of computer support specialists and learning about the skills, education and training needed to begin and advance in the IT field.
This is a drop-in class for adult English language learners. Practice English conversational skills and discuss topics ranging from small talk and common interests to life, work and current events.
3, 2, FUN
Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Preschoolers get ready for school by doing things like talking, singing songs and rhymes, doing finger plays, and listening to stories.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
PLAY PARTNERS
Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.
Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Ticket required.
Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
Looking for a way to unwind and engage your mind at the same time? Drop-in to the Central Branch for Puzzle Paradise. Connect with other puzzle lovers as you work on jigsaw puzzles or try your hand at a Sudoku, crossword, or logic puzzle!
3, 2, FUN
Ages 2-3 years with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Preschoolers get ready for school by doing things like talking, singing songs and rhymes, doing finger plays, and listening to stories.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Ages 8-11; 60 min. Registration Required.
Learn about the 5 Platonic solids and create one of your own using 3D printing pens.
Need some self care? Come make a swirling galaxy sparkle jar that can calm you down and promote relaxation and a quiet mind. All materials provided. Registration required.
Getty Museum Series- Art Herstory: The Few, The Proud, The Female (online)
Art Herstory: The Few, the Proud, the Female
Teen Slay: Interactive Mental Wellness Pop-Up
Experience mental health wellness in non-traditional and holistic ways! Wear comfortable clothing. All teens who attend receive a $5.00 restaurant gift card.
ALL TOGETHER NOW
All ages with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting along with others through stories, music, rhymes, and activities.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
Ages 6 & up. 30 min. Ticket required.
JUST FOR ME
Ages 3-5; 30 min. Ticket required
Preschoolers go to class on their own. They will learn to follow rules and routines, understand feelings, and talk about stories. They may also learn about shapes and numbers, use scissors, draw and write, make guesses about what is going to happen, learn about the world, and be creative.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Ages 6 & up. 30 min. Ticket required.
READY, SET, POUR! Using paint, pouring medium, and canvases, learn about how chemistry and fluid dynamics can create amazing works of art. Taught by a HiTech instructor.
ALL BY MYSELF
Ages 4-6; 30 min. Ticket required.
Preschoolers go to class on their own. They will learn to follow rules and routines, understand feelings, and talk about stories. They may also learn about shapes and numbers, use scissors, draw and write, make guesses about what is going to happen, learn about the world, and be creative.
Tickets are available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
Ages 5-10 with adult; 60 min. Registration Required.
Learn about tangrams and have fun working together to make shapes out of tans.
A hang out for teens to connect, play games and create.
Ages 6-10, 45 minutes. Ticket required.
Learn about computer programmer Grace Hopper and have fun with coding activities using LEGO blocks.
Ages 11 - 17. Drop In.
Drop in after school and show your creative side. Each week we will have a new art activity or a new medium. Try your hand at things such as crafting, watercolor, sketching, digital design and more.
Have you, your child, or the whole family always wanted to learn Spanish? Well NOW is the perfect time!!!
Have you ever wanted to create something with resin Learn about the chemistry behind crafting with resin. Taught by a HiTech Instructor.
Grades 4-6. 60 minutes. Registered.
Discussions about state award nominees. Vote for a winner in April. Eight-month series. Copies will be held for registered students at the Central Branch Customer Service Desk.
14 + AV lab
Drop-in to use the equipment in the A/V Studio! Record and mix music or create and edit movies with the help of a HiTech Instructor.
No registration required.
3rd - 5th grade. 45 - 60 minutes. Registration required.
Ages 4 and up. Allow 15 minutes. Drop in.
Pop-in and make a craft!
Ages 14-17, 2 hours.
English for Beginning English Language Learners - Adult (In-Person)
This class is designed for English language learners who are beginning learners who wish to to improve their reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.
PAJAMA TIME
All ages with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
A class before bedtime. Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting along with others through stories, music, rhymes, and activities. Children may wear their pajamas and bring their loveys and blankets.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Bas Bleu, French for “bluestocking,” refers to an intellectual or literary woman. We read a variety of literary fiction, and all are welcome – not just bluestockings!
Join us for a discussion of the following books:
Explore various culinary cuisines/chefs of the world. A new cuisine/chef every month. This month's cuisine is Gluten-Free Cuisine. Pick-up any Gluten-Free cookbook at the library, cook some recipes and come have a culinary discussion.
Forgotten Female Writers of the 17th Century and Beyond
Every time of the year is important to remember women’s history, but March is Women’s History Month, and therefore a great time to learn that for every Austen, Dickinson, and Bronte, there is an unheard-of author who is every bit as good and reada
Master Gardeners: Deterring Deer from Eating the Home Landscape
We will discuss the eating habits of deer and how to reduce their impact in our environment. We'll also learn about the trees, shrubs and flowers deer like to eat and which ones they tend to avoid.
BLACK MOVIE MATTERS!, a virtual ZOOM discussion of Black “matters” presented in critically acclaimed films.
Prerequisite: Korean for Beginners. Registration required. Ages 18+.
Join the Nonfiction Book Club to share your thoughts on a varied array of Nonfiction selections.
Join the Nonfiction Book Club to share your thoughts on a varied array of Nonfiction selections.
The English Conversation Class (ECC) provides opportunities for adult English language learners to practice speaking and listening skills, increase fluency, improve pronunciation skills, and build confidence to think and speak English in a relaxed
English As A Second Language Levels 1, 2 & 3 - Adult (Online)
These classes are for adult English language learners from low beginning, high beginning and low intermediate levels. The classes meet twice a week on Mon.
Reading & Speaking for English Language Learners - Adult (Online)
This class is designed for English language learners. Practice your speaking skills in a supportive environment. Students read a short story each week and discuss it in class.
Is English your second (or third) language? Practice speaking and listening in a small group.
Wednesdays, 7:45 - 8:45 pm