Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library
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Wednesday February 4 9:00am - 9:00pm CST
Up from the Roots: Growing Our Connections with Nature
See the gallery transformed into a garden where you can take a calming stroll through wildflowers, parks and artist's imagined landscapes. Explore connections between communities & the natural world.
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Wednesday February 4 1:00pm - 6:00pm CST
Low Income Energy Assistance Program and Resource Fair
LIEAP can help pay your home heating bills. Rental tenants and homeowners in Kansas can apply for LIEAP funds. Also, meet with local organizations who offer direct support resource programs.
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Wednesday February 4 2:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Classics Made Modern: Count of Monte Cristo, Vol 1-2
Discuss classic and award winning ebooks with other readers. Click event title for Zoom link. Contact Lissa at [email protected] for help with the Zoom link, Facebook group or questions.
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Wednesday February 4 3:45pm - 4:45pm CST
LEGO Engineers Club
Build and code with us! Learn how to use computer coding on real devices that we'll build ourselves with LEGOS.
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Wednesday February 4 4:30pm - 6:30pm CST
Computer and Gadget Help
Drop in for help with basic technology tasks like downloading documents, setting up apps, filling out online forms, online job searching, or setting up your new smart phone or eReader.
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Wednesday February 4 6:00pm - 8:00pm CST
Teen Anime Club
Let's watch and discuss Black Clover! After we will create our own Wizard Guild Crest with the button maker.
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Wednesday February 4 6:00pm - 7:00pm CST
Grasshopper Plague of 1874
Join us to learn about The 1874 Grasshopper Plague and how it devastated parts of Kansas, led to financial ruin, new farming machinery, and insect extinction.
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Wednesday February 4 6:00pm - 7:00pm CST
Introduction to 3D Printing
Learn how to 3D print at the library and gain some tips for successful prints.
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Wednesday February 4 6:30pm - 8:30pm CST
Clase de Ingles: English Language Class
Whether you're just starting or want to improve your skills, join us for free English language classes designed for adult learners. Questions? Contact TLC at (785) 234-2806 or [email protected]
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Wednesday February 4 7:00pm - 8:30pm CST
Owls of KS
Kansas is home to eleven species of owls many living closer than you'd think. Join Chuck Otte for a closer look at these mysterious nighttime hunters and what makes them so unique.
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Thursday February 5 9:00am - 9:00pm CST
Up from the Roots: Growing Our Connections with Nature
See the gallery transformed into a garden where you can take a calming stroll through wildflowers, parks and artist's imagined landscapes. Explore connections between communities & the natural world.
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Thursday February 5 9:00am - 6:00pm CST
VITA Tax Preparation Assistance 2026
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) will help people with their taxes by appointment. Call (785) 969-9951 to schedule an appointment.
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Thursday February 5 9:30am - 10:00am CST
Geri-Fit at the Mall
Build muscle and strength to live better as you age. Designed exclusively for older adults, Geri-Fit helps rebuild strength that has been lost through the aging process.
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Thursday February 5 10:00am - 10:30am CST
Preschool Storytime
Enjoy stories, songs, and activities that encourage a love of reading and help develop early learning skills. This program is geared for 3-5 year olds.
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Thursday February 5 10:00am - 10:30am CST
Community Storytime
Let's meet up to enjoy stories, songs and activities that encourage a love of reading and help develop early learning skills. This program is geared for 3-5 year olds.
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Thursday February 5 10:15am - 10:45am CST
Geri-Fit at the Mall
Build muscle and strength to live better as you age. Designed exclusively for older adults, Geri-Fit helps rebuild strength that has been lost through the aging process.
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Thursday February 5 11:00am - 11:30am CST
Geri-Fit at the Mall
Build muscle and strength to live better as you age. Designed exclusively for older adults, Geri-Fit helps rebuild strength that has been lost through the aging process.
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Thursday February 5 4:00pm - 4:45pm CST
Zoo Animals Live
Meet some of the Topeka Zoo animals up close as the Zoo's education specialist helps you separate animal fact from fiction.
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Thursday February 5 4:00pm - 5:00pm CST
Next Chapter
A space for young book lovers to talk about great books! This book club is geared toward middle school, 6th-8th grade. In this meeting we'll discuss Pax by Sara Pennypacker.
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Thursday February 5 4:30pm - 6:30pm CST
Computer and Gadget Help
Drop in for help with basic technology tasks like downloading documents, setting up apps, filling out online forms, online job searching, or setting up your new smart phone or eReader.
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Thursday February 5 5:30pm - 7:30pm CST
Online to IRL
Got a whole list of ideas, crafts and games you've saved on IG & TikTok, but you've never actually done any of them? Every Thursday afternoon we'll bring them to the real world and try something new!
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Thursday February 5 6:00pm - 7:00pm CST
Historic Properties of Topeka
Discover the stories behind some of Topeka's many historic landmarks. Learn about our local history resources that will help you learn more and do a deeper dive on your own.
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Friday February 6 9:00am - 9:00pm CST
Up from the Roots: Growing Our Connections with Nature
See the gallery transformed into a garden where you can take a calming stroll through wildflowers, parks and artist's imagined landscapes. Explore connections between communities & the natural world.
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Friday February 6 10:00am - 10:30am CST
Family Storytime
Enjoy stories, songs, and activities that encourage a love of reading and help develop early learning skills.
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Friday February 6 10:30am - 11:45am CST
Zoomers Geri-Fit
After successfully completing the Geri-Fit Strengthening class, the next step is the Zoomers workout. Designed exclusively for older adults, Geri-Fit helps rebuild strength.
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Friday February 6 3:45pm - 4:45pm CST
Bilingual Game: Spanish Rods Word Game
Juego de Palabras (Spanish Rods Word Game) is a fun, fast-paced game to help kids build Spanish vocabulary and reading skills. You don't need to speak Spanish. Come and play with us!
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Friday February 6 6:00pm - 8:00pm CST
Intro to Cricut
Come learn about the wonderful world of Cricut! This two-hour workshop will cover an introduction to Cricut with practice making stickers. Register today, as space is limited.
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Friday February 6 6:30pm - 7:30pm CST
LEGO Engineers Club
Build and code with us! Learn how to use computer coding on real devices that we'll build ourselves with LEGOS.
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Saturday February 7 9:00am - 6:00pm CST
Up From the Roots: Growing Our Connections with Nature
See the gallery transformed into a garden where you can take a calming stroll through wildflowers, parks and artist's imagined landscapes. Explore connections between communities & the natural world.
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Saturday February 7 9:00am - 10:30am CST
Computer and Gadget Help
Drop in for help with basic technology tasks like downloading documents, setting up apps, filling out online forms, online job searching, or setting up your new smart phone or eReader.
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Saturday February 7 10:00am - 10:30am CST
Family Storytime
Enjoy stories, songs, and activities that encourage a love of reading and help develop early learning skills.
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Saturday February 7 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Silly Stories Squad
Do you like laugh-out-loud stories about flatulent robots and engineering? Let's read part of EngiNerds by Jarrett Lerner. Then build your own "junk-bot" out of recyclables. Funny and lighthearted!
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Sunday February 8 12:00pm - 9:00pm CST
Up From the Roots: Growing Our Connections with Nature
See the gallery transformed into a garden where you can take a calming stroll through wildflowers, parks and artist's imagined landscapes. Explore connections between communities & the natural world.
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Sunday February 8 2:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Reading with Prairieland Dogs
Dogs are a kid's best listener. Grab your favorite book and read to these special dogs. This opportunity allows kids to practice their reading with a positive and nonjudgmental listener.
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Sunday February 8 5:00pm - 8:00pm CST
Teen D&D
Make a character to play as we explore and adventure! Ages 12-18 welcome, registration required.
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Sunday February 8 6:30pm - 7:30pm CST
Roaming Readers
No required reading, just bring yourself and your walking shoes to chat books with other readers. Meet us at WU for this walking book club in partnership with Washburn University Library.
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Monday February 9 9:00am - 9:00pm CST
Up from the Roots: Growing Our Connections with Nature
See the gallery transformed into a garden where you can take a calming stroll through wildflowers, parks and artist's imagined landscapes. Explore connections between communities & the natural world.
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Monday February 9 9:30am - 10:00am CST
Building Readers: Baby Bookworms
Introduce your baby to the wonderful world of books through songs, stories and bounces. This is a special time for infants 0-12 months and their caregivers to gather for learning and fun.
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Monday February 9 10:00am - 10:30am CST
Community Storytime
Let's meet up to enjoy stories, songs and activities that encourage a love of reading and help early learning skills. This program is geared for 3-5 year olds.
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Monday February 9 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Computer and Gadget Help
Drop in for help with basic technology tasks like downloading documents, setting up apps, filling out online forms, online job searching, or setting up your new smart phone or eReader.
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Monday February 9 10:30am - 11:00am CST
Building Readers: Baby Bookworms
Introduce your baby to the wonderful world of books through songs, stories and bounces. This is a special time for infants 0-12 months and their caregivers to gather for learning and fun.
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Monday February 9 2:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Caregiver Support Group Meeting
Being a caregiver can be incredibly stressful. Meet and talk to others in the same situation. For more information call April Maddox at Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging (785) 235-1367.
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Monday February 9 3:45pm - 4:45pm CST
Teen Challenge
Every other Monday, join us in the EDGE for a quick and engaging challenge that will test your skills and spark your creativity. Feb 9 Uno Plus | Feb 23 Paper Roller Coaster
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Monday February 9 5:00pm - 6:00pm CST
Computer and Gadget Help
Drop in for help with basic technology tasks like downloading documents, setting up apps, filling out online forms, online job searching, or setting up your new smart phone or eReader.
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Monday February 9 6:30pm - 7:30pm CST
Science in Action Club: Force and Motion
Explore the wonderful world of science and force and motion. This is a science club for students in grades 4-6. We will conduct multiple science experiments each session based on the current topic.
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Monday February 9 6:30pm - 7:30pm CST
English Conversation Practice
This is a time for adult English language learners to practice their speaking and listening skills with native English speakers. Drop in participants welcome. Questions - call (785) 234-2806.
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Monday February 9 7:00pm - 8:00pm CST
Morbid Curiosity Book Club
This book club is not for the faint of heart. Come at your own risk as we discuss the darker side of books. This month we discuss Solitary. Email [email protected] for a copy of the book.
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Tuesday February 10 9:00am - 9:00pm CST
Up from the Roots: Growing Our Connections with Nature
See the gallery transformed into a garden where you can take a calming stroll through wildflowers, parks and artist's imagined landscapes. Explore connections between communities & the natural world.
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Tuesday February 10 9:30am - 10:00am CST
Building Readers: Totally 2s
Kids 24-36 months old and their caregivers will totally love this opportunity to discover all things two. We'll read, sing, move, play and discover so much about your 2 year old's expanding world.
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Tuesday February 10 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Computer and Gadget Help
Drop in for help with basic technology tasks like downloading documents, setting up apps, filling out online forms, online job searching, or setting up your new smart phone or eReader.
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Tuesday February 10 10:30am - 11:00am CST
Building Readers: Totally 2s
Kids 24-36 months old and their caregivers will totally love this opportunity to discover all things two. We'll read, sing, move, play and discover so much about your 2 year old's expanding world.
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Tuesday February 10 11:00am - 1:00pm CST
Computer and Gadget Help
Drop in for help with basic technology tasks like downloading documents, setting up apps, filling out online forms, online job searching, or setting up your new smart phone or eReader.
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Tuesday February 10 12:00pm - 6:00pm CST
TRIO Educational Opportunity Center
Adults seeking to overcome barriers to education can discuss starting or returning to school, career exploration, school selection, applying, school loans in default and financials including FAFSA.
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Tuesday February 10 3:45pm - 4:45pm CST
It's Better with Balloons: Paper Inflatables
Make paper balloons that we will inflate with straws. Experiment with how different folds and cut outs make paper react when inflated.
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Tuesday February 10 5:00pm - 8:00pm CST
Teen D&D
Make a character to play as we explore and adventure! Ages 12-18 welcome, registration required.
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Tuesday February 10 5:00pm - 6:00pm CST
Computer and Gadget Help
Drop in for help with basic technology tasks like downloading documents, setting up apps, filling out online forms, online job searching, or setting up your new smart phone or eReader.
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Tuesday February 10 5:30pm - 7:30pm CST
VITA Tax Preparation Assistance 2026
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) will help people with their taxes by appointment. Call (785) 969-9951 to schedule an appointment.
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Wednesday February 11 9:00am - 9:00pm CST
Up from the Roots: Growing Our Connections with Nature
See the gallery transformed into a garden where you can take a calming stroll through wildflowers, parks and artist's imagined landscapes. Explore connections between communities & the natural world.
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Wednesday February 11 9:30am - 10:00am CST
Building Readers: Wonderful 1s
Enjoy this focused parent and child interaction time with your one year old. We'll share bubbles, stories, songs and play.
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Wednesday February 11 9:30am - 10:15am CST
Geri-Fit
Build muscle and strength to live better as you age. Designed exclusively for older adults, Geri-Fit helps rebuild strength that has been lost through the aging process.
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Wednesday February 11 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Computer and Gadget Help
Drop in for help with basic technology tasks like downloading documents, setting up apps, filling out online forms, online job searching, or setting up your new smart phone or eReader.
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Wednesday February 11 10:30am - 11:00am CST
Building Readers: Wonderful 1s
Enjoy this focused parent and child interaction time with your one year old. We'll share bubbles, stories, songs and play.
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Wednesday February 11 10:30am - 11:15am CST
Geri-Fit
Build muscle and strength to live better as you age. Designed exclusively for older adults, Geri-Fit helps rebuild strength that has been lost through the aging process.
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Wednesday February 11 3:45pm - 4:45pm CST
Building Challenge: Sci-fi Supercity
Use wooden planks to build all types of structures, from a house to a city! Learn and apply engineering concepts, problem-solving, and design principles through hands-on construction.
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Wednesday February 11 5:00pm - 6:00pm CST
Computer and Gadget Help
Drop in for help with basic technology tasks like downloading documents, setting up apps, filling out online forms, online job searching, or setting up your new smart phone or eReader.
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Wednesday February 11 5:30pm - 7:30pm CST
Teens EZ Cooking
Keeping it simple and sweet, this session we'll be stirring in our oats and peanut butter along with our cocoa mix to make the ever classic and tasty No-Bake Cookies.
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Wednesday February 11 5:30pm - 7:00pm CST
Finding Your Family In Military Records
Learn how to find your family members in military records such as Fold3, Ancestry, and the National Archives (NARA).
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Wednesday February 11 6:00pm - 7:30pm CST
Seed Starting 101
Starting your own seeds at home is an enjoyable way to get a jump on your flower and vegetable garden! Learn what supplies you'll need, varieties to pick, and when to get your seeds started.
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Wednesday February 11 6:30pm - 8:30pm CST
Clase de Ingles: English Language Class
Whether you're just starting or want to improve your skills, join us for free English language classes designed for adult learners. Questions? Contact TLC at (785) 234-2806 or [email protected]
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Wednesday February 11 6:30pm - 8:30pm CST
Unraveling the Local News Together
Bring your current yarn project or learn a new skill. Free knit and crochet supplies and instruction provided. Plus, discuss recent state legislature news coverage in the local media.
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Thursday February 12 9:00am - 9:00pm CST
Up from the Roots: Growing Our Connections with Nature
See the gallery transformed into a garden where you can take a calming stroll through wildflowers, parks and artist's imagined landscapes. Explore connections between communities & the natural world.
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Thursday February 12 9:00am - 6:00pm CST
VITA Tax Preparation Assistance 2026
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) will help people with their taxes by appointment. Call (785) 969-9951 to schedule an appointment.
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Thursday February 12 9:30am - 10:00am CST
Geri-Fit at the Mall
Build muscle and strength to live better as you age. Designed exclusively for older adults, Geri-Fit helps rebuild strength that has been lost through the aging process.
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Thursday February 12 10:00am - 10:30am CST
Preschool Storytime
Enjoy stories, songs, and activities that encourage a love of reading and help develop early learning skills. This program is geared for 3-5 year olds.
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Thursday February 12 10:00am - 10:30am CST
Community Storytime
Let's meet up to enjoy stories, songs and activities that encourage a love of reading and help develop early learning skills. This program is geared for 3-5 year olds.
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Thursday February 12 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Computer and Gadget Help
Drop in for help with basic technology tasks like downloading documents, setting up apps, filling out online forms, online job searching, or setting up your new smart phone or eReader.
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Thursday February 12 10:15am - 10:45am CST
Geri-Fit at the Mall
Build muscle and strength to live better as you age. Designed exclusively for older adults, Geri-Fit helps rebuild strength that has been lost through the aging process.
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Thursday February 12 11:00am - 11:30am CST
Geri-Fit at the Mall
Build muscle and strength to live better as you age. Designed exclusively for older adults, Geri-Fit helps rebuild strength that has been lost through the aging process.
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Thursday February 12 3:45pm - 4:45pm CST
Silly Stories Squad
Do you like laugh-out-loud stories about flatulent robots and engineering? Let's read part of EngiNerds by Jarrett Lerner. Then build your own "junk-bot" out of recyclables. Funny and lighthearted!
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Thursday February 12 5:00pm - 6:00pm CST
Computer and Gadget Help
Drop in for help with basic technology tasks like downloading documents, setting up apps, filling out online forms, online job searching, or setting up your new smart phone or eReader.
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Thursday February 12 5:30pm - 7:30pm CST
Online to IRL
Got a whole list of ideas, crafts and games you've saved on IG & TikTok, but you've never actually done any of them? Every Thursday afternoon we'll bring them to the real world and try something new!
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Thursday February 12 7:00pm - 8:30pm CST
Planning a Vegetable Garden
Are you thinking about growing your own vegetables, but don't know where to start? Let us guide you through the planning process for a successful and satisfying vegetable gardening experience.
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Friday February 13 9:00am - 9:00pm CST
Up from the Roots: Growing Our Connections with Nature
See the gallery transformed into a garden where you can take a calming stroll through wildflowers, parks and artist's imagined landscapes. Explore connections between communities & the natural world.
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Friday February 13 10:00am - 10:30am CST
Family Storytime
Enjoy stories, songs, and activities that encourage a love of reading and help develop early learning skills.
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Friday February 13 10:30am - 11:45am CST
Zoomers Geri-Fit
After successfully completing the Geri-Fit Strengthening class, the next step is the Zoomers workout. Designed exclusively for older adults, Geri-Fit helps rebuild strength.
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Friday February 13 3:45pm - 4:45pm CST
Bilingual Game: Flags of the Americas Memory Matching
Come and play this fun and educational memory game! Test your memory and learn the flags, capitals and names of the countries in English and Spanish. You don't need to know Spanish to join us.
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Friday February 13 6:30pm - 7:30pm CST
Coding Club
Explore different aspects of coding and ways you can use coding to create your own video games and animations! Come to all the Coding Club events, or just one or two. Geared for K-5th graders.
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Friday February 13 7:00pm - 8:00pm CST
Origami Night
Join us as we fold up creative creations! Origami is the traditional Japanese art of folding paper into different shapes to make little sculptures without any gluing or cutting.
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Saturday February 14 9:00am - 6:00pm CST
Up From the Roots: Growing Our Connections with Nature
See the gallery transformed into a garden where you can take a calming stroll through wildflowers, parks and artist's imagined landscapes. Explore connections between communities & the natural world.
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Saturday February 14 9:30am - 10:30am CST
Saturday Scribblers
Swap writing tips, ideas and more as we engage with new stories. This meeting we will chat about character development.
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Saturday February 14 10:00am - 10:30am CST
Movement & Music: Active Storytime
Join us for this story time focused on movement, music and dance.
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Saturday February 14 2:00pm - 5:00pm CST
Crafting Together in the Digital Arts Studio
Stop by anytime during a hands on learning and crafting event designed to build community and encourage creativity. Plus, it's Valentine's Day, if you want to make a gift!
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Saturday February 14 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Building Challenge: Sci-fi Supercity
Use wooden planks to build all types of structures, from a house to a city! Learn and apply engineering concepts, problem-solving, and design principles through hands-on construction.