Between the Mountain and the Sea

Tacoma Public Schools, in partnership with Tacoma Public Library, is hosting the Secondary TPS Student Art Exhibit. Featuring student work from 13 schools, the show is on display in the Handforth Gallery at the Main Library from January 16th- March 27th. Please join......More

Tacoma Public Schools, in partnership with Tacoma Public Library, is hosting the Secondary TPS Student Art Exhibit. Featuring student work from 13 schools, the show is on display in the Handforth Gallery at the Main Library from January 16th- March 27th. Please join us for our Opening Night Celebration of the exhibit on Wednesday, January 28th! The event will be held as an open house from 4:00-7:00pm, with a short program from 5:30-6:00pm to recognize the artists! This event is supported in part by the City of Tacoma and the Tacoma Arts Commission. In addition to viewing student art, we will have light refreshments, art activities, a collaborative community art piece and much more! We hope to see you on the 28th!

Legal Documents for Decision-Making

Join Matt Santelli, Outreach Specialist at Pierce County Aging Disability Resources, for this energetic presentation! Matt will take you through the process of understanding and preparing legal documents for decision-making – come learn about the different types of l......More

Join Matt Santelli, Outreach Specialist at Pierce County Aging Disability Resources, for this energetic presentation! Matt will take you through the process of understanding and preparing legal documents for decision-making – come learn about the different types of legal documents for decision-making, including Financial and Health Care Powers-Of-Attorney, Advance Directives, and POLST forms. Bring your questions and Matt will provide the answers! This is a drop-in event in the Cascade Room. No registration is required.

Fiber Arts Club in the Wonder Lab

The Wonder Lab at Tacoma Public Library’s Main branch offers an inspiring space for all skill levels to discover and develop their fiber-art talents. Come and explore the world of crochet, felting, knitting, sewing and make meaningful connections in this supportive for......More

The Wonder Lab at Tacoma Public Library’s Main branch offers an inspiring space for all skill levels to discover and develop their fiber-art talents. Come and explore the world of crochet, felting, knitting, sewing and make meaningful connections in this supportive forum.  Bring your own textiles or borrow whatever’s on hand.

Teen Time

Check out the new and improved teen area at Main! This is a space reserved for teen patrons. In this area you'll find a Nintendo switch gaming station, computers, board games, craft supplies and more. Come to create, study, play or just hang out with friends. Every We......More

Check out the new and improved teen area at Main! This is a space reserved for teen patrons. In this area you'll find a Nintendo switch gaming station, computers, board games, craft supplies and more. Come to create, study, play or just hang out with friends. Every Wednesday night from 5:00-7:00 teens can also enjoy a free treat from our snack cart in the teen area!

Between the Mountain and the Sea

Tacoma Public Schools, in partnership with Tacoma Public Library, is hosting the Secondary TPS Student Art Exhibit. Featuring student work from 13 schools, the show is on display in the Handforth Gallery at the Main Library from January 16th- March 27th. Please join......More

Tacoma Public Schools, in partnership with Tacoma Public Library, is hosting the Secondary TPS Student Art Exhibit. Featuring student work from 13 schools, the show is on display in the Handforth Gallery at the Main Library from January 16th- March 27th. Please join us for our Opening Night Celebration of the exhibit on Wednesday, January 28th! The event will be held as an open house from 4:00-7:00pm, with a short program from 5:30-6:00pm to recognize the artists! This event is supported in part by the City of Tacoma and the Tacoma Arts Commission. In addition to viewing student art, we will have light refreshments, art activities, a collaborative community art piece and much more! We hope to see you on the 28th!

Black Inventors Scavenger Hunt

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

Join us at any branch during open hours between February 3rd-28th for a fun and educational Black History Month scavenger hunt! From everyday items to groundbreaking innovations, participants will learn how Black inventors have shaped the world we live in. Find all the images, turn the completed scavenger hunt in at the desk, and earn a prize!

VITA Tax Help at the Main Library

Join us in the Olympic room for free, IRS-certified tax assistance through the VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) program at the Tacoma Main Branch Library.  Services are available Tuesdays starting in February, from 12:30–5:30 PM. Trained volunteers can help with......More

Join us in the Olympic room for free, IRS-certified tax assistance through the VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) program at the Tacoma Main Branch Library.  Services are available Tuesdays starting in February, from 12:30–5:30 PM. Trained volunteers can help with basic tax returns for qualifying individuals and families. No cost, no pressure, just trusted help filing your taxes. Help is provided on a first come basis.

Housing Justice Project

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 disputes?  Bring your housing issues to ......More

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 disputes?  Bring your housing issues to the Housing Justic Project at this walk-in clinic! Screening and intake required to receive advice.  Presented by Tacomaprobono's Housing Justice Project and hosted by Tacoma Public Library. 

Community Compass

Offered as an extension of our Social Work program, drop-in to connect with University of Washington Tacoma's Master of Social Work Practicum Students. They will be happy to listen and assist patrons with general support and resource navigation. 

Podcast Café in the Digital Media Lab

Create your very own podcast from concept to download. This monthly group gathers to share ideas, collaborate, and network. Through your active participation you will learn beside other Tacoma podcasters. Find encouragement, support, and new creative opportunities! Tog......More

Create your very own podcast from concept to download. This monthly group gathers to share ideas, collaborate, and network. Through your active participation you will learn beside other Tacoma podcasters. Find encouragement, support, and new creative opportunities! Together we will deconstruct what makes today’s popular podcasts so engaging and effective. Participants are encouraged to share family-friendly excerpts of existing programs for group discussion and feedback. Open to podcasters and storytellers ages 12 and up. Located in the Main Branch Maker Lab - No experience necessary.

Creative Circle

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 for a way to express thems......More

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 for a way to express themselves creatively. All supplies will be provided.

Wonder Lab Basics: Sewing Machine

Learn how to use the sewing machine in our beautiful Maker Lab. Participants will get an overview of the different parts and pieces of the sewing machine and learn how to get set up for creating their first project. Ages 17 and younger are welcome with caregiver partic......More

Learn how to use the sewing machine in our beautiful Maker Lab. Participants will get an overview of the different parts and pieces of the sewing machine and learn how to get set up for creating their first project. Ages 17 and younger are welcome with caregiver participation. No experience necessary.

Genealogy Help Desk

Volunteers from the Tacoma-Pierce County Genealogical Society (TPCGS) will offer individual help to those who have questions about their genealogy research. All levels of experience are welcome. Just drop-in!

Teen Time

Check out the new and improved teen area at Main! This is a space reserved for teen patrons. In this area you'll find a Nintendo switch gaming station, computers, board games, craft supplies and more. Come to create, study, play or just hang out with friends. Every We......More

Check out the new and improved teen area at Main! This is a space reserved for teen patrons. In this area you'll find a Nintendo switch gaming station, computers, board games, craft supplies and more. Come to create, study, play or just hang out with friends. Every Wednesday night from 5:00-7:00 teens can also enjoy a free treat from our snack cart in the teen area!