UPCOMING HOLIDAY CLOSURE: Monday, September 4, Labor Day

SEPTEMBER BOOKMOBILE STOPS

September 7 & 21, 3-4:30 PM

Walmart Neighborhood Market

175 S Middleton Rd, Nampa, ID 83651

September 12 & 26, 1:30-2:15 PM

Broadmore Senior Living

15 5th St N, Nampa, ID 83687

September 12 & 26, 2:30-3:45 PM

Vineyard Suites Senior Living

888 W Corporate Ln, Nampa, ID 83651

September 20, 11:30 AM-1:30 PM

Harward Recreation Center

131 Constitution Way, Nampa, ID 83686

See all upcoming Bookmobile stops or request a stop at nampalibrary.org/bookmobile!

Mondays & Fridays

10:15-10:45 AM

Children's Storytime Area, 1st Floor



For children aged 3-5 and their caregivers. Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays and rhymes.

*Sept. 1 is Family Preschool Play where families can explore hands-on learning stations.

*No storytime Sept. 4 (holiday closure)

Wednesdays

10:15-10:45 AM

Children's Storytime Area, 1st Floor

For children aged 0-2 and their caregivers. Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays and rhymes.

Thursday, September 7, 4-5:30 PM

Multipurpose Rooms

Ages 8-16

Join us for an enchanting Art Endeavor where you can bring your imagination to life and build your very own fairy house! Supplies provided or you can bring your own. Children, youth and their caregiver’s welcome.

Friday, September 8, 4-5:30 PM

Multipurpose Rooms

Ages 8-18

Be inspired to create with various art mediums! Whether it's feathers, puffy paint, beads or raised line art, there's something for everyone at this hands-on art program. Let's use our senses to experience the fun of art!

Tuesday, September 12, 4-5 PM

Multipurpose Rooms

Ages 6+

Join us as we look at and study the different parts of plants! This fun program is part of the Junior Master Gardener curriculum. Aimed to engage children through garden and ecology themed children's books and helps inspire learning through garden activities, creative expression and exploration.

For ages 6 and up! Younger children are welcome as long as they have their caregiver with them to assist them with the activities. Presented by University of Idaho Extension's Canyon County Jr. Master Gardener volunteers. 

Tuesday, September 19, 4-5:30 PM

Multipurpose Rooms

Ages 8-18

Relax with some snacks and games!

Saturday, September 23, 10-11:30 AM

Multipurpose Rooms

Ages 3-13

We're excited to offer another amazing program presented by Treasure Valley Institute of Children's Arts! TRICA master teachers will share the history and dances that evolved from the Disco Era, showing how the digital age of the 1970's spilled over to the Disco Dance movement, where new technology created an atmosphere of creativity and imagination expressed through fashion, music, movies and DANCE!

Monday, September 25, 4-5 PM

Multipurpose Rooms

Ages 2-16

All ages are invited to get creative and build anything they choose with LEGO and DUPLO blocks!

Wednesday, September 27, 3:30-4:30 PM

Multipurpose Rooms

Ages 8-18

Design and build your own unique popsicle stick bridge! After building your bridge, test it out to see how strong it is.

Tuesdays & Thursday, 10:15-11 AM

Multipurpose Rooms



Fit and Fall Proof™ is designed to help senior citizens prevent injuries and the subsequent loss of independence. Class participants learn simple exercises to increase strength, balance, and endurance, which can help prevent the accidental falls and tripping sometimes associated with age.

Thursdays, 10 AM - 4 PM

Study Room 203



Walk-in & by-appointment services available to assist you with career planning, unemployment insurance benefits, resumes and more!Call 208-364-7781 to schedule an appointment. 

Monday, September 11, 5-7:30 PM

Multipurpose Room B



Have you ever played Mahjong? It's a tile-based game of skill, strategy, and luck! Join us the first Monday of each month and be sure to invite your friends! We'll provide an evening of fun, beverages, and traditional card game snacks. 

Wednesday, September 13, 1:30-3:30 PM

Nampa Library Lobby



The Women's & Children's Alliance (WCA) provides a comprehensive and secure emergency and transitional shelter program, in confidential locations with round-the-clock staff assistance. The shelters have private rooms and common living facilities for women and children who are fleeing domestic and/or sexual assault.

Thursday, September 14, 1:30-2:30 PM

Multipurpose Rooms



"The Squad" is a group function for adults

with disabilities. Music, crafts and games!

*Must be accompanied by a caregiver

Saturday, September 16, 3-4:30 PM

Flying M Coffee Garage Nampa

1314 2nd St. S. Nampa, ID 83651

Join us at Flying M for No Pressure Book Club and Trivia! Participate in discussions for our subject of the month, enjoy themed trivia, and have fun in a relaxed atmosphere. Flying M Coffee Garage is located at 1314 2nd St S, Nampa, ID 83651.

This month’s theme: Cyberpunk

Monday, September 18, 2-3:30 PM

Multipurpose Room A

Registration Required



Join us for a step-by-step painting session as you enjoy some delicious non-alcoholic drinks. Please note, this is an adults-only event. Limited space available, registration required at nampalibrary.org/paint.

Tuesday, September 19

11:15 AM - 12:15 PM

Multipurpose Room A



The fun and easy dice game that everyone loves to play. If you can roll some dice and count to 21, you could be yelling out 'Bunco!' and win the game.

Wednesday, September 20

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

3rd Floor Board Room



The group meets monthly. View the current reading list and book summaries at nampalibrary.org/bookworms.

Friday, September 22, 10 AM-3 PM

Multipurpose Rooms

For ages 17+ and adults

Schedule your appointment today at nampalibrary.org/blood

Monday, September 25, 2-3:30 PM

Study Room 302



Build a support system with people who understand. Walk-ins are welcome. Alzheimer’s Association support groups, conducted by trained facilitators, are a safe place for people living with dementia and their care partners to:

• Develop a support system.
• Exchange practical information on challenges and possible solutions.
• Talk through issues and ways of coping.
• Share feelings, needs and concerns.
• Learn about community resources

For more information: alz.org/idaho

Wednesdays, 6-7 PM

Multipurpose Rooms

For ages 13+ and adults



Interested in learning to play the guitar?

Join volunteer David Johnson every Wednesday evening to learn guitar basics such as chords, strumming patterns, and a tiny bit of music theory. Please bring your own guitar.

Saturday, September 9, 11 AM - 12 PM

Children's Storytime Area, 1st Floor



Come read or tell a story to one of the Go Team therapy dogs.

Monday, September 11, 4-5:30 PM

Multipurpose Room A



Join us every 2nd Monday of the month for a fun and relaxed chess club experience! Come to test your mettle, discuss strategy, or learn the basics! All ages and experience levels are welcome.

Tuesday, September 12, 1-3:30 PM

Multipurpose Room A

Open to ages 12+ and adults

Participants should bring #4 worsted yarn, knitting needles (size 8 or 9 and/or crochet hooks size G or H). Beginners thru advanced welcome. Instruction provided!

Wednesday, September 13, 4-5 PM

3rd Floor Board Room



Join us and wildlife photographer Aidan Lorenz as we debut our new and improved family bird watching kits! Learn about the best places to spot birds in Nampa, and get some hands-on practice using binoculars to complete a downtown scavenger hunt from the Nampa Smiles Terrace. Complete a bingo to enter the prize drawing!

Saturday, September 16, 2-4:45 PM

Board Room, 3rd Floor

For ages 16+ and adults

Registration Required

Join us at the Nampa Public Library for an adventurous afternoon of Dungeons & Dragons as we find monsters, mystery, and magic! Come choose from a selection of pre-made characters, learn how to play the game in a relaxed and fun environment, and make new friends! Players of every experience level are welcome.

Registration is required. Drop-ins are welcome to observe and play if there are open spaces.

Thursday September 21, 5-6 PM

Multipurpose Room A

For ages 16+ and adults

Choose from a selection of provided materials and create new meaning out of the old by blacking out passages to create new sentences. Discuss your poetry with those attending or keep your creativity just for yourself.

Tuesday, September 26, 1-3:30 PM

Multipurpose Room A

Open to ages 12+ and adults

Participants should bring #4 worsted yarn, knitting needles (size 8 or 9 and/or crochet hooks size G or H). Beginners thru advanced welcome. Instruction provided!

Wednesday, September 27, 6-7 PM

Multipurpose Room B

For ages 16+ and adults

Explore theories about insect evolution with this class taught by Brad Stokes, UI Extension Canyon County Horticultural Educator.

Saturday, September 30

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Multipurpose Rooms and Lobby

You're invited to celebrate the birthday of Bilbo Baggins and Frodo Baggins on Saturday, Sept. 30, from 11am to 3pm! Birthday guests are encouraged to come dressed as hobbits or other characters from The Hobbit or The Lord of the Rings. Enjoy live music, dancing, trivia, games, food, crafts, movies, costume contest, and more!

Thursday, October 12, 6-7:30 PM

3rd Floor Board Room

For ages 16+ and adults

Register to be part of this Harry Potter themed murder mystery! Your character will be revealed via owl mail. Once you receive your character, don't forget to dress up like them for an even more immersive experience. Space is limited. Registration required at nampalibrary.org/mystery.

Saturday, October 28, 10 AM-4 PM

Nampa Library

Skeletons are scary, right? Not if you're celebrating Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead. This lively Mexican holiday helps families remember their loved ones and celebrate their memory. Join us at the Library as we celebrate this joyful part of Mexican culture with food, music, art, and fun for the whole family!

*Store hours may vary depending volunteer availability

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