Youth Chess
Casual drop-in chess welcomes players ages 8–17, from beginners to experienced strategists. Boards and pieces are provided for relaxed games, skill-building, and meeting fellow young players.
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Casual drop-in chess brings players ages 8–17 together for friendly games and strategic thinking, with boards and pieces provided for beginners and experienced players alike.
Casual drop-in chess brings players ages 8–17 together for friendly games and strategic thinking, with boards and pieces provided for beginners and experienced players alike.
Casual drop-in chess brings players ages 8–17 together for friendly games and strategic thinking, with boards and pieces provided for beginners and experienced players alike.
The scheduled youth chess meetup is canceled for the Thanksgiving holiday, so no chess games, beginner instruction, or youth library gathering will take place this week.
The scheduled youth chess meetup is canceled for the Thanksgiving holiday, so no chess games, beginner instruction, or youth library gathering will take place this week.
The scheduled youth chess meetup is canceled for the Thanksgiving holiday, so no chess games, beginner instruction, or youth library gathering will take place this week.
Casual chess games welcome players of every skill level and age, with opportunities to learn strategy in a friendly library setting. No registration is required; children under 11 need an accompanying adult.
Casual chess games welcome players of every skill level and age, with opportunities to learn strategy in a friendly library setting. No registration is required; children under 11 need an accompanying adult.
Casual chess games welcome players of every skill level and age, with opportunities to learn strategy in a friendly library setting. No registration is required; children under 11 need an accompanying adult.
Casual, drop-in chess play with library boards ready for friendly matches, new opponents, or observing games in progress. All ages and skill levels are welcome for a relaxed community meetup.
Casual, drop-in chess play with library boards ready for friendly matches, new opponents, or observing games in progress. All ages and skill levels are welcome for a relaxed community meetup.
Casual, drop-in chess play with library boards ready for friendly matches, new opponents, or observing games in progress. All ages and skill levels are welcome for a relaxed community meetup.
Young players learn chess fundamentals, watch a live demonstration game, and may try hands-on play if time allows. Designed for ages 8–13, with advance registration required.
Young players learn chess fundamentals, watch a live demonstration game, and may try hands-on play if time allows. Designed for ages 8–13, with advance registration required.
Young players learn chess fundamentals, watch a live demonstration game, and may try hands-on play if time allows. Designed for ages 8–13, with advance registration required.
Hands-on activities introduce K–8 learners to mammalogy through an ecoExplore badge program, exploring mammals and wildlife observation while completing requirements for a science badge. Registration is required.
Hands-on activities introduce K–8 learners to mammalogy through an ecoExplore badge program, exploring mammals and wildlife observation while completing requirements for a science badge. Registration is required.
Hands-on activities introduce K–8 learners to mammalogy through an ecoExplore badge program, exploring mammals and wildlife observation while completing requirements for a science badge. Registration is required.
Build reading confidence by practicing aloud with Toddy the therapy dog; appointments welcome elementary-aged children and adults developing their literacy skills in a supportive library setting.
Build reading confidence by practicing aloud with Toddy the therapy dog; appointments welcome elementary-aged children and adults developing their literacy skills in a supportive library setting.
Build reading confidence by practicing aloud with Toddy the therapy dog; appointments welcome elementary-aged children and adults developing their literacy skills in a supportive library setting.
Learn to use the Libby app with library cards to borrow e-books, e-audiobooks, and read-alongs. Explore age-appropriate digital resources and practical ways to build reading into family routines.
Learn to use the Libby app with library cards to borrow e-books, e-audiobooks, and read-alongs. Explore age-appropriate digital resources and practical ways to build reading into family routines.
Learn to use the Libby app with library cards to borrow e-books, e-audiobooks, and read-alongs. Explore age-appropriate digital resources and practical ways to build reading into family routines.
A relaxed community crafting afternoon invites adults to contribute yarn work to a collaborative yarn bomb art project or bring their own supplies and continue a personal creative project.
A relaxed community crafting afternoon invites adults to contribute yarn work to a collaborative yarn bomb art project or bring their own supplies and continue a personal creative project.
A relaxed community crafting afternoon invites adults to contribute yarn work to a collaborative yarn bomb art project or bring their own supplies and continue a personal creative project.
Children ages 6–11 create clay creatures, design fantasy characters, and make a DIY dragon egg inspired by Reading Dragons & Friends. Registration is required, and each child receives an exclusive collectible card.
Children ages 6–11 create clay creatures, design fantasy characters, and make a DIY dragon egg inspired by Reading Dragons & Friends. Registration is required, and each child receives an exclusive collectible card.
Children ages 6–11 create clay creatures, design fantasy characters, and make a DIY dragon egg inspired by Reading Dragons & Friends. Registration is required, and each child receives an exclusive collectible card.
Young children ages 1 to 5 engage with stories through interactive music, movement, and playful participation. A lively early childhood activity encourages listening, rhythm, and joyful group connection.
Young children ages 1 to 5 engage with stories through interactive music, movement, and playful participation. A lively early childhood activity encourages listening, rhythm, and joyful group connection.
Young children ages 1 to 5 engage with stories through interactive music, movement, and playful participation. A lively early childhood activity encourages listening, rhythm, and joyful group connection.
Casual, self-directed Mahjong play gives adults a welcoming place to practice, socialize, and enjoy tabletop strategy; bring a set or use the library’s available Mahjong set.
Casual, self-directed Mahjong play gives adults a welcoming place to practice, socialize, and enjoy tabletop strategy; bring a set or use the library’s available Mahjong set.
Casual, self-directed Mahjong play gives adults a welcoming place to practice, socialize, and enjoy tabletop strategy; bring a set or use the library’s available Mahjong set.
Young participants taste-test snacks and discover which treat won their election, turning a playful vote-counting celebration into a family-friendly library activity. Advance registration is required.
Young participants taste-test snacks and discover which treat won their election, turning a playful vote-counting celebration into a family-friendly library activity. Advance registration is required.
Young participants taste-test snacks and discover which treat won their election, turning a playful vote-counting celebration into a family-friendly library activity. Advance registration is required.
Appointment-based reading practice with Teddy the therapy dog supports elementary children and adults developing literacy skills, creating a relaxed, encouraging setting for building confidence and fluency.
Appointment-based reading practice with Teddy the therapy dog supports elementary children and adults developing literacy skills, creating a relaxed, encouraging setting for building confidence and fluency.
Appointment-based reading practice with Teddy the therapy dog supports elementary children and adults developing literacy skills, creating a relaxed, encouraging setting for building confidence and fluency.
Elementary-aged children and adults build reading confidence by reading aloud with therapy dog Wiggins in a welcoming library setting, with appointments supporting developing readers at varied skill levels.
Elementary-aged children and adults build reading confidence by reading aloud with therapy dog Wiggins in a welcoming library setting, with appointments supporting developing readers at varied skill levels.
Elementary-aged children and adults build reading confidence by reading aloud with therapy dog Wiggins in a welcoming library setting, with appointments supporting developing readers at varied skill levels.
A relaxed adult crafting afternoon brings neighbors together for a collaborative yarn bombing community art project. Participants can also bring personal projects and supplies for hands-on making.
A relaxed adult crafting afternoon brings neighbors together for a collaborative yarn bombing community art project. Participants can also bring personal projects and supplies for hands-on making.
A relaxed adult crafting afternoon brings neighbors together for a collaborative yarn bombing community art project. Participants can also bring personal projects and supplies for hands-on making.
Learn how to contribute to a community fiber-art installation through yarn bombing, with supplies available to pick up or bring from home. Adult participants are welcome.
Learn how to contribute to a community fiber-art installation through yarn bombing, with supplies available to pick up or bring from home. Adult participants are welcome.
Learn how to contribute to a community fiber-art installation through yarn bombing, with supplies available to pick up or bring from home. Adult participants are welcome.
Relaxed afternoon board games, cards, and Mahjong welcomes adults to bring a favorite or choose from the library’s collection for casual play and conversation.
Relaxed afternoon board games, cards, and Mahjong welcomes adults to bring a favorite or choose from the library’s collection for casual play and conversation.
Relaxed afternoon board games, cards, and Mahjong welcomes adults to bring a favorite or choose from the library’s collection for casual play and conversation.
A welcoming, beginner-friendly trading card game meetup invites players ages 9–15 to learn, test strategies, and trade cards with friends. Free cards are provided for every attendee.
A welcoming, beginner-friendly trading card game meetup invites players ages 9–15 to learn, test strategies, and trade cards with friends. Free cards are provided for every attendee.
A welcoming, beginner-friendly trading card game meetup invites players ages 9–15 to learn, test strategies, and trade cards with friends. Free cards are provided for every attendee.
Roll dice, build characters, and collaborate on an imaginative Dungeons & Dragons adventure in a welcoming tabletop roleplaying session for ages 12–18, with all skill levels welcome.
Roll dice, build characters, and collaborate on an imaginative Dungeons & Dragons adventure in a welcoming tabletop roleplaying session for ages 12–18, with all skill levels welcome.
Roll dice, build characters, and collaborate on an imaginative Dungeons & Dragons adventure in a welcoming tabletop roleplaying session for ages 12–18, with all skill levels welcome.