A wallaby and other animals visited us the other day! Thank you to the Al Rodgers family for sponsoring the Wildlife Encounters event. Catch the next live animals show Wednesday, July 19th at 6pm on our lawn.

Have you seen this sign by our Reference desk? If you don't know what the library hop is, you can find out more by clicking the picture above.

(Sorry, we can't do passports to Paris ;)

Note: If you are interested in a program, please take the time to register. Registering helps us properly prepare for programs and allows us to contact you if the program needs to be cancelled.

Robotics for Adults with Ned!

July 17th @ 10:00am and 12:00pm

Adults of all ages (18 and up) are welcome to play with Ned, our collaborative robot (or "cobot") arm based on open-source technologies and designed specifically for education, vocational training and more.

Work "all together now" to program Ned to locate, pick up and drop objects, or to just wave "hi"!

Click here to learn more about Ned and watch him in action!

Mystery Lovers Book Club: "The Stolen Book of Evelyn Aubrey" by Serena Burdick

July 17th @ 1:00pm

You know you love it - murder, mystery and mayhem all in one place. We also laugh....a lot!



If you are looking for a book group where EVERYONE joins in with the conversation and opinions are welcome, this is the place for you. Come and give it a try.

July's book pick is "The Stolen Book of Evelyn Aubrey" by Serena Burdick.

Creative Kids: Honey Bees

Monday, July 17th @ 1:30pm and 3:00pm

Kids entering grades 1-5 are invited to create art with us.

* Registration required. Only register the children participating in the event. 

No older or younger children please. Please cancel your registration at least one hour before the program so those on the waiting list have an opportunity to participate. If you are not present at the start of the event, your space may be given to someone on the waiting list. 

Story Safari at Bensons

Tuesday, July 18th @ 10:00am

and

Thursday, July 20th @ 10:00am

Come to Benson Park for some songs, stories, and bubbles!

All ages welcome. Geared to ages 3-8. 

Meet us near the playground. Bring blankets and chairs.

If it is raining, we'll meet in the gorilla cage. If it's pouring, we'll see you next time.

Afternoon Book Club: "The Story of Charlotte's Web" by Michael Sims 

Tuesday, July 18th @ 1:30pm

Join us the third Tuesday of every month for an in-depth discussion of quality best-selling fiction and nonfiction books including biographies, most less than 300 pages.

Tween Anime Club

Tuesday, July 18th @ 1:30pm

Tweens in grades 5-8 are invited to watch anime and eat ramen at the library. 

Concert: Keith Belanger

Tuesday, July 18th @ 6:00pm

Come enjoy the muisic of pianist and vocalist Keith Belanger. This will be outisde on the lawn.

Preschool Playtime and Family Lawn Games

Wednesday, July 19th @ 10:00am

Children ages 2-6 are invited to play with our water tables. There will be an indoor activity in the case of inclement weather. 

Older children ages 6-12 and their families can play lawn games. Lawn games canceled for inclement weather.

Tween Mario Kart Tournament

Wednesday, July 19th @ 2:00pm

Tweens entering grades 5-8 are invited to play in a MarioKart Tournament.

We will play through a bracket and the winner will receive a prize. 

Snacks provided. 

Dino the Therapy Dog

Wednesday, July 19th @ 3:00pm



Come meet Dino, the therapy dog. Dino is a St. Bernard who loves to be petted. 

Wildlife Encounters

Wednesday, July 19th @ 6:00pm

Enjoy seeing seven live animals at this Junior Zookeeper Encounter. 

Bring a blanket or lawn chairs for this outdoor event. 

Tween DIY Resin Bookmark

Thursday, July 20th @ 1:30pm

Tweens (grades 5-8) are invited to make their own resin bookmark

Registration required. 

Teen DIY Resin Bookmark

Thursday, July 20th @ 3:00pm

Highschool students are invited to make their own resin bookmark.

Norman Rockwell on Art (virtual)

Thursday, July 20th @ 7:00pm

This virtual program considers the various ways Norman Rockwell explored art making and museums over the course of his career, with a healthy dose of the artist’s good humor.

Benson Park Hike

Friday, July 21st @ 9:15am

Circulation Librarian Dana Benner will lead a weekly hike at Benson Park. Be prepared for a 45-60 minute hike up and down hill on uneven ground. Meet at the gorilla cage at 9:15 in sturdy shoes to leave for a hike at 9:30. Please remember to bring water.



Rain or shine, but we'll see you next week if it is pouring. No pets please. 

Stitching Together

Friday, July 21st @ 9:30am

Do you have an itch to stitch? All ages are welcome to join our stitching circle.

Learn to knit or crochet or show off your skills. Whether you are an expert or a beginner, you are welcome here. 

Teen Trivia and Pizza

Friday, July 21st @ 2:30pm

Teens in grades 8-12 are invited to play trivia and eat pizza at the library. 

Dungeons & Donuts

Saturday, July 22nd @ 9:30am

Are you looking for people to play Dungeons & Dragons with? Are you new to the game or have you been playing for decades? Come play and grab a donut!

Adult Craft: Resin Bookmark

Saturday, July 22nd@ 10:00am

Adults are invited to make their own resin bookmark