Events
Walk along and read the Storywalk at Alderwood Park during the park's open hours. The January/February title, Keyana Loves Her Family by Natasha Anastasia Tarpley, celebrates family and carefree childhood. From the…
We can help with technology! Let Main Branch staff assist you with learning about and troubleshooting your computers and digital devices. Together, we’ll improve basic computer skills in these areas:
computers, tablets, e-readers, or…
- ,Come meet the rabbits of Binky Bunny TALES Rescue at Moore Branch February 7 at 10:30. These furry friends have been rescued from a variety of situations, and most are available for adoption to the right home. Binky Bunny TALES…
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Join us for How to Library, where you can learn all about your Tacoma Public Library card, how to use it, and all of the cool things it can do for you. This session will focus on how to find your next read. Whether you're stumped for ideas…
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Join fellow book lovers for our monthly book club! Each month, we dive into a captivating new read and come together to share thoughts, insights, and lively conversation. Whether you’re a passionate page-turner or just rediscovering your…
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Audacity is the gold standard in open-source audio production. Learn to record and edit your voice, add a music treatment, and export your file into a podcast-ready format. Explore the many signal processing tools available to spoken word…
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Join us in the Cascade Room as we tune in to historian Tom Holland on an episode of The Ancients podcast. Come along as he recounts the story of Jason and the Golden Fleece, an extraordinary tale filled with honor, adventure, peril, and a…
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Join us for hand-on practice in a welcoming environment and connect with Other Mah Jongg enthusiasts.
All levels are invited to participate in this interactive session to learn the fundamentals, strategies, and social aspects of the…
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At this workshop you will have everything needed to make a small weaving from yarn on one of our recycled looms. Weaving is a fun way to play with different materials. Recycled looms are made from local donated plastic waste. All…
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Tacoma Sister Cities is excited to present a new program featuring cultural stories with artifacts from six of our sister cities. We will showcase the rich traditions, histories, and unique narratives of each country. Offering the Tacoma…
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Discover the power of stories—in your body. Meet with Hilltop Urban Garden for this unique event.
This interactive workshop blends storytelling with somatic (body-based) practices to help you move through stress, release tension, and…
Tacoma Public Schools, in partnership with Tacoma Public Library, is hosting the Secondary TPS Student Art Exhibit. Featuring student work from 13 schools, the show is on display in the Handforth Gallery at the Main Library from January…
Join us in the Olympic room for free, IRS-certified tax assistance through the VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) program at the Tacoma Main Branch Library.
Services are available Tuesdays starting in February, from…
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…
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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Create your very own podcast from concept to download. This monthly group gathers to share ideas, collaborate, and network. Through your active participation you will learn beside other Tacoma podcasters. Find encouragement, support, and…
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…
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…
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…
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Learn how to use the sewing machine in our beautiful Maker Lab. Participants will get an overview of the different parts and pieces of the sewing machine and learn how to get set up for creating their first project. Ages 17 and younger are…
