Events
Join us at the Main Library on May 1 and 2 (10 a.m.–5 p.m.) for the 19th annual Wayzgoose, a letterpress and book arts blast! This is a hands-on experience for all. Watch the legendary steamroller printing, meet over 50 local artists,…
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Please join us as we welcome the Chinese Reconciliation Project for a short film screening. The film is the latest in a series of films called “Our Communities, Our Neighbors” produced by the Chinese Reconciliation Project with support from…
Adult Story Time
Canceled,Join us in the Cascade Room as we read "Sonny's Blues" by James Baldwin.
Feel free to bring your own craft to work on or coloring pages will be available to enjoy while you listen!
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The peg loom is a frameless and satisfyingly hands-on weaving technique that comes together quickly and is surprisingly easy. Plenty of donated and reclaimed yarn will be on hand to create a headband, scarf, placemat or a bracelet. Project…
Offered as an extension of our Social Work program, drop-in to connect with University of Washington Tacoma's Master of Social Work Practicum Students. They will be happy to listen and assist patrons with general support…
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Join us at the Swasey branch for our Spring plant swap and score some new plants for your home and garden! (Spring is a great time to divide perennials.)
Bring clippings of your favorite house and garden plants and seeds to swap with…
PSSA's Asian Art Exhibit, "Brushstroke Bounty" opens April 14th in the Handforth Gallery at Main Library's. From gently flowing inky rivers in spiky forests, to bold calligraphy characters strokes which grab the eye,…
Enjoy an afternoon of fun, creativity, and relaxation. Try a hands-on craft, play table tennis with your friends, or just hang out.
Middle school and high school students are invited to join us in the Wheelock community room for this teen…
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Join us for Up and Atom STEAM Days where we try out different STEAM and craft activities.In this Up & Atom S.T.E.A.M. program, participants will learn about chromatography, a method used to separate mixtures, by creating stunning art with…
Join us for Up and Atom STEAM Days where we try out different STEAM and craft activities.This week explore the idea of probability—how likely something is to happen—through play, investigation, and discussion. Using dice, games, and simple…
Check out the Main library's teen area Tuesdays after school and join library staff in exploring new games, art projects and more. Each week we'll have a new activity covering everything from paper crafts and science experiments to tabletop…
We’re a nonprofit on a mission to show up for our community.
We believe everyone has the potential to be a leader and give back. It’s all about empowering people to crush their goals and become a vital part of the community. Let’s rise…
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Treat yourself to a bath bomb. Come celebrate Mental Health month with us by creating a bath bomb to fuel your relaxation.
Registration required.
All supplies provided.
Offered as an extension of our Social Work program, drop-in to connect with University of Washington Tacoma's Master of Social Work Practicum Students. They will be happy to listen and assist patrons with general support…
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Shattered But Not Broken is an introductory experiential art therapy workshop designed to help individuals explore and process grief, loss, trauma, and emotional distress through creative expression. The workshop recognizes that healing…
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,…
Welcome all teens!
Middle School and High School students are invited to join us at the Swasey branch 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 in the Olympic room for Up and Atom STEAM Days where we try out a different STEAM activity each week.This week the Tacoma Art Museum joins us for a fun hands-on workshop where kids will learn about an artist, their work and…
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Grab your Pokémon deck and join your friends at our official Pokémon League.
Both experienced players and beginners are welcome. If you collect cards but don't know how to play, we can teach you. If you know how to play and want to get…
Join us for Up and Atom STEAM Days where we try out different STEAM and craft activities.
Today use Strawbees to tackle fun engineering challenges — designing tall towers, sturdy bridges, and creative structures. Work together, test your…