Events
Middle School and High School students are invited to join us at the Main branch on Wednesdays for Teen Time. Meet new friends, relax, play games, work on homework, or make a craft. We'll do something different each time!
Middle School and High School students are invited to join us at the South Tacoma branch on Wednesdays for Teen Time. Meet new friends, relax, play games, work on homework, or make a craft. We'll do something different each time!
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Join us for a special glass-working program presented by Hilltop Artists, Communities for a Healthy Bay and artist Kait Rhoads, funded by Tacoma Creates, and hosted by the Tacoma Public Library!
Learn about local marine life and preserving…
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Ever want to participate in a conversation with local poets? Now is your chance! Come visit with the poets of #VoicesofTacoma who have published an anthology of their most recent works. Feel free to bring your questions, your poetic ideas,…
Free HIV/STI testing in our mobile unit. Tests include: HIV, gonorrhea, syphilis, and chlamydia. AHF can link you to resources for prep, doxy pep, and care for individuals living with HIV. Testing available every Thursday at South Tacoma…
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Join us for Up and Atom STEAM Days where we try out different STEAM and craft activities. Discover the role of soil in plant growth and create a Worm Hotel with biodegradable "worms" to observe how soil layers interact.
Want to practice your Spanish?Join us at the Swasey branch to exchange English and Spanish.Any level of knowledge is welcome to participate in this language exchange.¿Quieres practicar tu ingles?Acompaña a nuestro grupo de charla para…
In this program, youth will have the opportunity to explore issues they care about in their community and co-design solutions using technology as a tool. Throughout the school year, there will be guests from local and national organizations…
Join us for Up and Atom STEAM Days where we try out different STEAM and craft activities.
This week, upcycle egg cartons to create cute ladybugs!
Drop-in to connect with Tacoma Public Library's Social Worker. Samie is happy to listen and assist patrons with resource navigation for a variety of needs related to housing, shelter, domestic violence, VA, employment, behavioral health,…
Middle School and High School students are invited to join us at the Fern Hill branch on Fridays from 3-4:30 for Teen Time. Meet new friends, relax, play games, work on homework, or make a craft. We'll do something different each time!
Join us for Up and Atom STEAM Days where we try out different STEAM and craft activities.
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Dive into coding in the Wonder Lab. We’ll give an introduction to Scratch coding using our iPads. Whether you’re new to Scratch or a seasoned coder, come join in on the fun.
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Learn how to use the 3D Printer. Participants will get an overview of the 3D printer and how it works. We will give an overview of the parts of the 3D printer, resources for finding or creating your own 3D prints, and the slicer software.
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Embark on a captivating journey of digital artistry in our all-ages program at the library! Explore new ways to create using iPads, electric guitars, MIDI controllers, groove boxes, and synthesizers as your tools of expression. Whether…
Drop-in to connect with Tacoma Public Library's Social Worker. Samie is happy to listen and assist patrons with resource navigation for a variety of needs related to housing, shelter, domestic violence, VA, employment, behavioral health,…
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Take a break and join us for Family Flicks @Fern Hill. No reservations needed, but space is limited. Doors open at 2:45pm with the movie starting at 3pm!
April 5th – Earth to Echo – Rated PG, Runtime 1hr 31min
Middle School and High School students are invited to join us at the South Tacoma branch on Saturdays from 3-4:30pm for Teen Time. Meet new friends, relax, play games, work on homework, or make a craft. We'll do something different…
- Learn new ways to maintain your home with demonstrations by the Tacoma Tool Library. No registration required.