Events
Space Scavenger Hunt
In ProgressAll day,Join us Jan. 2nd - 31st at any of our branches for a fun scavenger hunt and learn about the planets circling our solar system!
Find hidden images around the library and earn a prize if you find them all!
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…
Join us for our Library Book Sale and help give our surplus books a new home. You’ll find stories for every age and interest — from picture books and novels to cookbooks and more. Whether you’re starting a collection or looking for your…
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Tacoma Boat Builders is an organization whose mission is to enrich lives through craftsmanship. TBB is excited to offer a taste of the work that they do at this library pop-up! They will bring multiple project tables for youth and families…
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 embark on an intergalactic scavenger hunt through the library to gather the elements…
Join us in the Cascade room for Up and Atom STEAM Days where we try out a different STEAM activity each week.
Did you know that something as simple as marshmallows and toothpicks can make an incredibly strong building material for young…
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Mi Centro is excited to join Tacoma Public Library to present the art workshop series "Arte En Comunidad: Art Workshops," led by teaching Artist Amaranta Ibarra-Sandys -- artist and owner of ArtMaranth Mobile School. The three…
Join us for our Library Book Sale and help give our surplus books a new home. You’ll find stories for every age and interest — from picture books and novels to cookbooks and more. Whether you’re starting a collection or looking for your…
Come and practice your language skills! Students from Annie Wright will lead youth ages 5 through 12 through an exploration of a language's basic vocabulary while doing fun and engaging activities such as crafts, sing-a-longs,…
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Join us for a special class with Tacoma Musical Playhouse!
This class will teach basic acting skills through character, movement/dance and performance work based on popular books. Each class will center on a different children's book and…
Join us in the Cascade room for Brick by Brick LEGO Club! Free build to your heart's content!
All ages welcome.No registration required.Please leave your personal LEGOs at home.
Join us for Up and Atom STEAM Days where we try out different STEAM and craft activities.Create your own 3D art or anaglyphs! Learn about how our brains and eyes work together to make the images we see and make some eye-popping works…
Join us for Up and Atom STEAM Days where we try out different STEAM and craft activities. This week we are learning the art of making paper airplanes. Will your airplane fly the highest? The farthest? The fastest? Join us at Fern Hill…
Join us at Kobetich for Up and Atom STEAM Days where we try out Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math activities.Join us as we create adorable penguins using torn paper! Participants will explore texture and shape and practice…
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Come join us for an evening of stories, activities, and songs in a LIVE storytime for families and children of all ages on Tuesdays at 7:00 pm.
Please note:
Online registration is required. Please provide an adult's email …
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Let’s explore the Maker Lab! Use some of the crafting supplies like paint, beads, crayons, colored pencils and more to create your own masterpiece.
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. Both a recipe and experiment we're sure you'll love to make your very own slime!
No registration required.Meet at the reserved tables in the middle of the library.
Players of all experience levels can learn from experienced chess coach, Bill Rogers.These sessions are designed to provide a relaxed and supportive environment where beginners can…
Join us for Up and Atom STEAM Days where we try out different STEAM and craft activities.This week we're building with KEVA Planks. Can you complete all the building challenges?
Materials and curriculum generously provided by the WSU 4-H…