Events

Do you like to crochet or are you just starting out? Join Debra and Tacoma Public Library for crochet fun! Debra will be teaching the group how to make simple crochet projects.

Patterns will be provided. 

Calling all paper crafters new and old! Join us at Moore Library and make a flag book. A unique handmade book that can be a piece of art, an album for other art, or a uniquely bespoke craft of cunning skill         …

Landlord-Tenant Clinic for City of Tacoma Residents Do you have a landlord-tenant issue? Questions about Tacoma's new Landlord Fairness Initiative, facing eviction, habitability issues, repair issues, received a notice, other…

Break down the mental barriers of perfectionism and your inner critic by making intentionally ugly art. Reflect on the origins of your creative fear and bust out of it all within the same hour! 

Join us for a unique and creative…

Get assistance with learning basic computer skills like email, web searching, MS Office programs, navigating apps, using your iOS or Android devices, and more.

No registration required, but capacity is limited. Patrons will be assisted in…

Learning how to better use technology is exciting and useful!

We can assist with learning basic computer skills, email, web searching, Microsoft Office Suite basics, navigating apps, using your mobile devices, and getting started on resumes…

Join us for an hour of casual crafting and socializing. Crafting projects may include papercraft, felting, rock painting and other fun activities.

No experience is necessary. This is a chance for any and all beginner crafters who are looking…

Get to know your new Digital Media Lab (DML) and learn what the possibilities are for voiceover, music recording, podcasting, and audio production. We will give an overview of the different tools, how they’re integrated into the computer…

Are you turning 65 or retiring after age 65? Attend this seminar to learn all about Medicare. Learn how, when and where to enroll in Medicare. Discover what to do if you are still working. Unravel the mysteries of Part A, B, C and D.…

Join us at the Main library for a special presentation of Gladiator II. This 2024 film is rated R and has a run time of 2 hours and 28 minutes.

When it comes to the first step of songwriting it’s hard to go wrong with rhythm. See how the Digital Media Lab’s Drum Machine and Logic Pro’s Apple Loops can provide the initial spark to get the project fired up.

Join us for a summer Crafternoon where we try out different craft activities at Moore Library every Tuesday from 1-2:30pm. Bring the whole family!

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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Please join Lindsay Hotchkiss, Community Outreach and Education Specialist with Pierce County Aging and Disability Resources, for this presentation on Memory Wellness. Lindsay will discuss the basics of brain health, talk…

Adventure begins at your library with magic, mystery, and secrets all found with a campaign in Dungeons & Dragons. Today's adventure will be led by a DUNGEON MASTER... Glowing jewels, assassins, thieves, gold, and dragon-fire all could be…

These are practice tutorials and typing for beginning keyboard users. Online and video-based; closed captioning available. Making an account is optional but recommended for those wishing to track their progress.

Be prompt as space is…

Swasey Branch staff will assist with learning basic computer skills like email, web searching and MS Office programs, navigating apps and using your iOS or Android devices, getting started on resumes and cover letters, and more.

No…

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,…

Stop by for…