Events
Brushes of Wisdom is a monthly painting program for older adults.Follow step-by-step printed instructions or DIY to create your own masterpieces.We hope to see you there!Every third Wednesday of the month from 12:30-2:00pm, at South Tacoma
Tacoma Public Library and New Hope Resource Center have partnered to offer free showers, designed to support individuals experiencing houselessness or housing instability.
A mobile shower trailer will be available in the library parking…
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Join Matt Santelli, Outreach Specialist at Pierce County Aging Disability Resources, for this energetic presentation!
Matt will provide you with tips for safety at home and safety when you are travelling. Come learn about common scams that…
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Join us for a special glass-working program presented by Hilltop Artists, funded by the City of Tacoma/Tacoma Creates, and hosted by the Tacoma Public Library!
Learn about local marine life and preserving the waters of the Puget…
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Join us for one in a series of climate change themed programs brought to you by the Museum of Glass.
After a long winter, it's time to awaken to spring's sounds, sights, smells, and sensations. In this talk, Sarah Low will help us…
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Join us for one in a series of climate change themed programs brought to you by the Museum of Glass.
After a long winter, it's time to awaken to spring's sounds, sights, smells, and sensations. In this talk, Sarah Low will help us…
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Join the Main Book Club in the Olympic Room to discuss the novel, Colored Television by Danzy Senna.About the book:
A dark comedy about second acts, creative appropriation, and the racial identity–industrial complexCopies…
We can assist with learning basic computer skills, email, navigating apps, iOS devices, android devices, getting started on resumes and cover letters, and more. No registration required. Every Thursday of the month at 2pm - 3pm…
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Join us as we welcome the Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County for an afternoon of crafting where we will create art inspired by the adoptable animals at the Humane Society. You can "lend a paw" and help some loveable pets find their…
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…
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…
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…
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Join us for one in a series of climate change themed programs brought to you by the Museum of Glass.
Rain gardens are strategically placed depressions designed to capture and filter stormwater runoff. Plants, soil, and soil microbes come to…
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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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Something old, Something new, Something Funky, Something Blue. Our goal is to demonstrate the history, lineage, and similarities between 1940's bebop and 1960's funk / rock, and current day Hip Hop.
Presented by Kareem Kandi World…
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.
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Program Description: Step into the world of Washington's winged wildlife with Little Museum: Native Birds, an engaging, hands-on program designed for teens and adults. Explore a fascinating collection of real bird specimens representing…
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Tacoma Sister Cities is excited to present a new program featuring cultural stories with artifacts from six of our sister countries. We will showcase the rich traditions, histories, and unique narratives of each country. Offering the Tacoma…
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…
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…
