Drop-in Tech Help @ Mottet

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 and cover letters. No regi......More

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 and cover letters. No registration required, but capacity is limited. Ask for assistance at the front desk. Patrons will be assisted in the order they arrive. If you need help right now, be sure to check out Tacoma Public Library's always available online computer learning and assistance resources as well as the free DigitalLearn online courses available from the Public Library Association.

Family Storytime

Join us at Mottet for stories, songs, and other fun learning activities designed to develop language, literacy and social skills in an environment the whole family can enjoy. Storytime is followed by play time and an opportunity for grownups to connect and chat. Want ......More

Join us at Mottet for stories, songs, and other fun learning activities designed to develop language, literacy and social skills in an environment the whole family can enjoy. Storytime is followed by play time and an opportunity for grownups to connect and chat. Want to continue the fun at home? View these fun Storytime song and book recommendations here.

Kid Program Kits: Craftopia Plumed Pencils

Craftopia is partnering with Tacoma Public Library to provide fun and free crafts for kids! Visit any of our branches starting Friday, March 27 to pick up a kit while supplies last. Ages 3 and up. Program kits are a fun wa......More

Craftopia is partnering with Tacoma Public Library to provide fun and free crafts for kids! Visit any of our branches starting Friday, March 27 to pick up a kit while supplies last. Ages 3 and up. Program kits are a fun way to bring our arts and crafts activities home with you. There is no live program element to program kits —take one home and let it spark your creativity!

Women's History Month Scavenger Hunt

March is Women's History Month. Join us at all our branch locations March 3-31st to help us celebrate women in art with a fun scavenger hunt. Learn interesting facts and earn a prize when you find them all!

Women's History Month Scavenger Hunt

March is Women's History Month. Join us at all our branch locations March 3-31st to help us celebrate women in art with a fun scavenger hunt. Learn interesting facts and earn a prize when you find them all!

Drop-in Tech Help @ Mottet

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 and cover letters. No regi......More

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 and cover letters. No registration required, but capacity is limited. Ask for assistance at the front desk. Patrons will be assisted in the order they arrive. If you need help right now, be sure to check out Tacoma Public Library's always available online computer learning and assistance resources as well as the free DigitalLearn online courses available from the Public Library Association.

Earth Day Scavenger Hunt

Join us at any branch during ......More

Join us at any branch during open hours between April 1st-30th for a fun and informative scavenger hunt all about Earth Day! Learn about ways that you can help our planet every day.  Find all the images, turn the completed scavenger hunt in at the desk, and earn a prize!

Family Storytime

Join us at Mottet for stories, songs, and other fun learning activities designed to develop language, literacy and social skills in an environment the whole family can enjoy. Storytime is followed by play time and an opportunity for grownups to connect and chat. Want ......More

Join us at Mottet for stories, songs, and other fun learning activities designed to develop language, literacy and social skills in an environment the whole family can enjoy. Storytime is followed by play time and an opportunity for grownups to connect and chat. Want to continue the fun at home? View these fun Storytime song and book recommendations here.

Wisdom Café

Welcome, adults of all ages! Let's gather to connect, share stories, and learn from each other. Join our Wisdom Café for a monthly get-together filled with lively conversations, thought-provoking discussions. Together, we'll explore a variety of topics and create lasti......More

Welcome, adults of all ages! Let's gather to connect, share stories, and learn from each other. Join our Wisdom Café for a monthly get-together filled with lively conversations, thought-provoking discussions. Together, we'll explore a variety of topics and create lasting connections.

Kid Program Kits: Craftopia Pop Tab Rings

Craftopia is partnering with Tacoma Public Library to provide fun and free crafts for kids! Visit any of our branches starting Friday, April 3 to pick up a kit while supplies last. Ages 3 and up. Program kits are a fun way......More

Craftopia is partnering with Tacoma Public Library to provide fun and free crafts for kids! Visit any of our branches starting Friday, April 3 to pick up a kit while supplies last. Ages 3 and up. Program kits are a fun way to bring our arts and crafts activities home with you. There is no live program element to program kits —take one home and let it spark your creativity!

Drop-in Tech Help @ Mottet

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 and cover letters. No regi......More

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 and cover letters. No registration required, but capacity is limited. Ask for assistance at the front desk. Patrons will be assisted in the order they arrive. If you need help right now, be sure to check out Tacoma Public Library's always available online computer learning and assistance resources as well as the free DigitalLearn online courses available from the Public Library Association.

Family Storytime

Join us at Mottet for stories, songs, and other fun learning activities designed to develop language, literacy and social skills in an environment the whole family can enjoy. Storytime is followed by play time and an opportunity for grownups to connect and chat. Want ......More

Join us at Mottet for stories, songs, and other fun learning activities designed to develop language, literacy and social skills in an environment the whole family can enjoy. Storytime is followed by play time and an opportunity for grownups to connect and chat. Want to continue the fun at home? View these fun Storytime song and book recommendations here.

Earth Day Scavenger Hunt

Join us at any branch during ......More

Join us at any branch during open hours between April 1st-30th for a fun and informative scavenger hunt all about Earth Day! Learn about ways that you can help our planet every day.  Find all the images, turn the completed scavenger hunt in at the desk, and earn a prize!

Studio and Storytime with Tacoma Art Museum

Join TPL and TAM for Studio + Storytime held at Tacoma Art Museum! This month, join us for a special English/Spanish bilingual storytime as we read the book The Interpreter by Olivia Abtahi, explore some art in TAM's galleries, and then create a hands-on projec......More

Join TPL and TAM for Studio + Storytime held at Tacoma Art Museum! This month, join us for a special English/Spanish bilingual storytime as we read the book The Interpreter by Olivia Abtahi, explore some art in TAM's galleries, and then create a hands-on project in TAM's studio! Este mes únete a nosotros para una hora de cuentos bilingüe especial inglés/español mientras leemos el libro La intérprete de Olivia Abtahi, exploramos el arte en las galerías de TAM, y luego creamos un proyecto de arte en los estudios de TAM. Presented by Tacoma Art Museum, funded by the City of Tacoma/Tacoma Creates, and hosted by Tacoma Public Library.

Crochet Connection with Debra x TPL

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.