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Experienced Mah Jongg

Mah Jongg at the Library *If you have learned to play at the library and/or are playing regularly, you should have received an email assigning you to a new group. If you have not received an email or are unsure about your group, let us know. *All Mah Jongg groups ar......More

Mah Jongg at the Library *If you have learned to play at the library and/or are playing regularly, you should have received an email assigning you to a new group. If you have not received an email or are unsure about your group, let us know. *All Mah Jongg groups are currently at capacity with waitlists. If you wish to join a Mah Jongg group, please email the library at [email protected] to inquire about availability. New Learners: Wednesdays at 1:30pm (for those who would like to learn how to play) *You must be placed on a waitlist and then receive an email before attending this session. Instruction is the first Wednesday of the month and each Wednesday for the remainder of the month. A new group will be given this opportunity each month. Beyond Beginners & Intermediate: Thursdays from 1:30 - 3pm *This group is at capacity, email to be placed on a waitlist. Beyond Beginners & Intermediate: Thursdays from 3:30 - 5pm *This group is at capacity, email to be placed on a waitlist. Advanced: Fridays from 1:30 - 3pm (fast paced games for those who are advanced and have been playing a year or more.) *This group is at capacity *The library will have 2025 cards available for use in library only. If you would like to learn the game and practice elsewhere or online, you are encouraged to purchase your own card from the National Mah Jongg League https://nationalmahjonggleague.org/

Family Fun Fridays

Join us for drop in Legos, board games, story walks, and crafts in the summer months, and our Fireside s'mores in the winter! This program is for all ages and everyone is welcome.

Open 9-12

Poetry Event with Tom Lynch

More Information Coming Soon!

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Open Art Studio

Beginning Monday, January 8th from 2-3:30, we will start a weekly open art studio that will meet every Monday at 2pm. There will be no instructor for this meeting, but you are welcome to bring your own art supplies and work in our cozy library surrounded by books while ......More

Beginning Monday, January 8th from 2-3:30, we will start a weekly open art studio that will meet every Monday at 2pm. There will be no instructor for this meeting, but you are welcome to bring your own art supplies and work in our cozy library surrounded by books while listening to our 'classical music for studying' playlist. There will be peers here to discuss art with and a weekly time to make progress on your work at your own pace. Any medium is welcome, including watercolor, drawing, charcoal, and acrylics. If you use oil paint, we ask that you use low odor products and bring something to protect our carpeting. We will not be taking registrations, so you are welcome to stop by as much or as little as you wish. We will have space for 10-15 artists each week. Please feel free to stop by or call us at 294-2081 with any questions. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Monday Zoom Writing Group

Adult Thanksgiving Craft

Knitting Group

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Writing Group

This group is currently at capacity. Please reach out to us at [email protected] if you would like to be added to a waitlist for the next writing group.

Willett Knits

Join us with a work in progress or one to begin! Newcomers welcome. https://forms.gle/w9ryoNf3njws7ALC8

Beginner Guitar- On Break

Beginner GuitarTuesdays from 5:30 - 6:15pmSession running from Tuesday, September 2 - Tuesday, October 21.Ages 13 and upOur Willett Free Library guitar classes/song sessions start right after Labor Day. This 8-week session will run from Tuesday, September 2 - Tuesday, O......More

Beginner GuitarTuesdays from 5:30 - 6:15pmSession running from Tuesday, September 2 - Tuesday, October 21.Ages 13 and upOur Willett Free Library guitar classes/song sessions start right after Labor Day. This 8-week session will run from Tuesday, September 2 - Tuesday, October 21.Here's the outline of classes and schedule:Beginning Guitar. Meets in the Willett front room, 5:00-5:30 p.m. This class is for beginner guitarists. In this class, we cover the basics of guitar playing, including tuning, strumming, open chords, and a few songs and finger exercises. Beginning Guitar, Continued. Meets in the Willett main room, 5:30-6:15 p.m. This class expands our knowledge of chords, rhythm, strumming, fingerstyle, songs, and more. If you've mastered the basics, either in Beginner Guitar or elsewhere, or if you're picking up the guitar after a long hiatus, this class is for you.Song Sessions. Meets in the Willett main room, 6:30-7:30 p.m. This jam is for all levels beyond beginner. Each player leads a song of their choosing (or you can choose to play along without leading a tune). This is an ongoing group. If you attended in the past, you are registered. If you are interested in joining for the first time, email us at [email protected].

Beyond Beginner Guitar Song Sessions - On Break

Beyond Beginner Song SessionsTuesdays from 6:30 - 7:30Session running from  Tuesday, September 2 - Tuesday, October 21.Ages 13 and upOur Willett Free Library guitar classes/song sessions start right after Labor Day. This 8-week session will run from Tuesday, September 2......More

Beyond Beginner Song SessionsTuesdays from 6:30 - 7:30Session running from  Tuesday, September 2 - Tuesday, October 21.Ages 13 and upOur Willett Free Library guitar classes/song sessions start right after Labor Day. This 8-week session will run from Tuesday, September 2 - Tuesday, October 21.Here's the outline of classes and schedule:Beginning Guitar. Meets in the Willett front room, 5:00-5:30 p.m. This class is for beginner guitarists. In this class, we cover the basics of guitar playing, including tuning, strumming, open chords, and a few songs and finger exercises.Beginning Guitar, Continued. Meets in the Willett main room, 5:30-6:15 p.m. This class expands our knowledge of chords, rhythm, strumming, fingerstyle, songs, and more. If you've mastered the basics, either in Beginner Guitar or elsewhere, or if you're picking up the guitar after a long hiatus, this class is for you.Song Sessions. Meets in the Willett main room, 6:30-7:30 p.m. This jam is for all levels beyond beginner. Each player leads a song of their choosing (or you can choose to play along without leading a tune). This is an ongoing group. If you attended in the past, you are registered. If you are interested in joining for the first time, email us at [email protected].

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Learn to Play Mah Jongg - Session 2

Mah Jongg at the Library *This session will run from November 5th - December 10th, 2025. You can Register Here *If you are placed on a waitlist and do not get into this session, you will need to re-r......More

Mah Jongg at the Library *This session will run from November 5th - December 10th, 2025. You can Register Here *If you are placed on a waitlist and do not get into this session, you will need to re-register for the next session. New Learners: Wednesdays at 1:30pm (for those who would like to learn how to play) *You must be placed on a waitlist and then receive an email before attending this session. Instruction is the first Wednesday of the month and each Wednesday for the remainder of the month. A new group will be given this opportunity each month. Beyond Beginners & Intermediate: Thursdays from 1:30 - 3pm *This group is at capacity, email to be placed on a waitlist. Beyond Beginners & Intermediate: Thursdays from 3:30 - 5pm *This group is at capacity, email to be placed on a waitlist. Advanced: Fridays from 1:30 - 3pm (fast paced games for those who are advanced and have been playing a year or more.) *This group is at capacity *The library will have 2025 cards available for use in library only. If you would like to learn the game and practice elsewhere or online, you are encouraged to purchase your own card from the National Mah Jongg League https://nationalmahjonggleague.org/

Mah Jongg Placeholder for New Learners

Mah Jongg at the Library *If you have learned to play at the library and/or are playing regularly, you should have received an email assigning you to a new group. If you have not received an email or are unsure about your group, let us know. *All Mah Jongg groups ar......More

Mah Jongg at the Library *If you have learned to play at the library and/or are playing regularly, you should have received an email assigning you to a new group. If you have not received an email or are unsure about your group, let us know. *All Mah Jongg groups are currently at capacity with waitlists. If you wish to join a Mah Jongg group, please email the library at [email protected] to inquire about availability. New Learners: Wednesdays at 1:30pm (for those who would like to learn how to play) *You must be placed on a waitlist and then receive an email before attending this session. Instruction is the first Wednesday of the month and each Wednesday for the remainder of the month. A new group will be given this opportunity each month. Beyond Beginners & Intermediate: Thursdays from 1:30 - 3pm *This group is at capacity, email to be placed on a waitlist. Advanced: Fridays from 1:30 - 3pm (fast paced games for those who are advanced and have been playing a year or more.) *This group is at capacity *The library will have 2025 cards available for use in library only. If you would like to learn the game and practice elsewhere or online, you are encouraged to purchase your own card from the National Mah Jongg League https://nationalmahjonggleague.org/

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Beyond Beginner & Intermediate Mah Jongg

*If you have learned to play at the library and/or are playing regularly, you should have received an email assigning you to a new group. If you have not received an email or are unsure about your group, let us know. *All Mah Jongg groups are currently at capacity wit......More

*If you have learned to play at the library and/or are playing regularly, you should have received an email assigning you to a new group. If you have not received an email or are unsure about your group, let us know. *All Mah Jongg groups are currently at capacity with waitlists. If you wish to join a Mah Jongg group, please email the library at [email protected] to inquire about availability. New Learners: Wednesdays at 1:30pm (for those who would like to learn how to play) *You must be placed on a waitlist and then receive an email before attending this session. Instruction is the first Wednesday of the month and each Wednesday for the remainder of the month. A new group will be given this opportunity each month. Beyond Beginners & Intermediate: Thursdays from 1:30 - 3pm *This group is at capacity, email to be placed on a waitlist. Beyond Beginners & Intermediate: Thursdays from 3:30 - 5pm *This group is at capacity, email to be placed on a waitlist. Advanced: Fridays from 1:30 - 3pm (fast paced games for those who are advanced and have been playing a year or more.) *This group is at capacity *The library will have 2025 cards available for use in library only. If you would like to learn the game and practice elsewhere or online, you are encouraged to purchase your own card from the National Mah Jongg League https://nationalmahjonggleague.org/

Beyond Beginner & Intermediate Mah Jongg

*If you have learned to play at the library and/or are playing regularly, you should have received an email assigning you to a new group. If you have not received an email or are unsure about your group, let us know. *All Mah Jongg groups are currently at capacity wit......More

*If you have learned to play at the library and/or are playing regularly, you should have received an email assigning you to a new group. If you have not received an email or are unsure about your group, let us know. *All Mah Jongg groups are currently at capacity with waitlists. If you wish to join a Mah Jongg group, please email the library at [email protected] to inquire about availability. New Learners: Wednesdays at 1:30pm (for those who would like to learn how to play) *You must be placed on a waitlist and then receive an email before attending this session. Instruction is the first Wednesday of the month and each Wednesday for the remainder of the month. A new group will be given this opportunity each month. Beyond Beginners & Intermediate: Thursdays from 1:30 - 3pm *This group is at capacity, email to be placed on a waitlist. Beyond Beginners & Intermediate: Thursdays from 3:30 - 5pm *This group is at capacity, email to be placed on a waitlist. Advanced: Fridays from 1:30 - 3pm (fast paced games for those who are advanced and have been playing a year or more.) *This group is at capacity *The library will have 2025 cards available for use in library only. If you would like to learn the game and practice elsewhere or online, you are encouraged to purchase your own card from the National Mah Jongg League https://nationalmahjonggleague.org/

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Kaffeeklatsch

KaffeeklatschMeeting monthly on the first Friday of the month at 10amOctober - JuneStop by the library for a warm drink and conversation with friends old and new! All are welcome at this event, and no registration is required. Treats are optional but always appreciated.......More

KaffeeklatschMeeting monthly on the first Friday of the month at 10amOctober - JuneStop by the library for a warm drink and conversation with friends old and new! All are welcome at this event, and no registration is required. Treats are optional but always appreciated.Meeting Fridays: October 3rd, November 7th, December 5th, February 6th, March 6th, April 3rd, May 1st, and June 5th.

Experienced Mah Jongg

Mah Jongg at the Library *If you have learned to play at the library and/or are playing regularly, you should have received an email assigning you to a new group. If you have not received an email or are unsure about your group, let us know. *All Mah Jongg groups ar......More

Mah Jongg at the Library *If you have learned to play at the library and/or are playing regularly, you should have received an email assigning you to a new group. If you have not received an email or are unsure about your group, let us know. *All Mah Jongg groups are currently at capacity with waitlists. If you wish to join a Mah Jongg group, please email the library at [email protected] to inquire about availability. New Learners: Wednesdays at 1:30pm (for those who would like to learn how to play) *You must be placed on a waitlist and then receive an email before attending this session. Instruction is the first Wednesday of the month and each Wednesday for the remainder of the month. A new group will be given this opportunity each month. Beyond Beginners & Intermediate: Thursdays from 1:30 - 3pm *This group is at capacity, email to be placed on a waitlist. Beyond Beginners & Intermediate: Thursdays from 3:30 - 5pm *This group is at capacity, email to be placed on a waitlist. Advanced: Fridays from 1:30 - 3pm (fast paced games for those who are advanced and have been playing a year or more.) *This group is at capacity *The library will have 2025 cards available for use in library only. If you would like to learn the game and practice elsewhere or online, you are encouraged to purchase your own card from the National Mah Jongg League https://nationalmahjonggleague.org/

Family Fun Fridays

Join us for drop in Legos, board games, story walks, and crafts in the summer months, and our Fireside s'mores in the winter! This program is for all ages and everyone is welcome.

Open 9-12

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Open Art Studio

Beginning Monday, January 8th from 2-3:30, we will start a weekly open art studio that will meet every Monday at 2pm. There will be no instructor for this meeting, but you are welcome to bring your own art supplies and work in our cozy library surrounded by books while ......More

Beginning Monday, January 8th from 2-3:30, we will start a weekly open art studio that will meet every Monday at 2pm. There will be no instructor for this meeting, but you are welcome to bring your own art supplies and work in our cozy library surrounded by books while listening to our 'classical music for studying' playlist. There will be peers here to discuss art with and a weekly time to make progress on your work at your own pace. Any medium is welcome, including watercolor, drawing, charcoal, and acrylics. If you use oil paint, we ask that you use low odor products and bring something to protect our carpeting. We will not be taking registrations, so you are welcome to stop by as much or as little as you wish. We will have space for 10-15 artists each week. Please feel free to stop by or call us at 294-2081 with any questions. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Monday Zoom Writing Group

Ink & Quill(ett) Writing Group

Ink & Quill(ett) Writing Group Meeting the second Monday of each month Register Here Looking for a calm, cozy corner to write, reflect, or simply enjoy a warm cup of tea? Join us for Ink & Quill(ett), a......More

Ink & Quill(ett) Writing Group Meeting the second Monday of each month Register Here Looking for a calm, cozy corner to write, reflect, or simply enjoy a warm cup of tea? Join us for Ink & Quill(ett), a low-key gathering for anyone who enjoys quiet creativity and a bit of company while they write. This space is especially great for young adults and emerging creatives. Drop in, sip, and write with us.

Knitting Group