Adventure Begins at the Library!
Starting May 18th with our Kick Off Event - earn prizes for every hour you read, participate in fun events, and discover a whole new adventure right here at the Library!
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Library Events:
Great events at your local Library every month!
Summer Reading 2024 !
Dino Crew Visit!
11am - May 23 at the Safe Room
Join the Dinosaur Crew on May 23rd! It is a fun, educational program for kids of all ages, and brainchild of Memphis Magician Magic Mr. Nick. Includes a cast of professional performers and puppeteers.
Join in the prehistoric adventure!
Weekly Programs
Great programs at your local Library every week!
Tuesday Toddler / PRK Storytime
10:30am - Tuesdays at the Library
Toddler / PRK Storytime
LA HORA DE CUENTOS
Every Tuesday we enjoy stories, songs, counting, dancing, and a great way for parent interaction with your little one. This program is designed to build early language and literacy foundations in toddlers and pre-school age children, we also sneak in lots of early literacy and social skill building. See more for English here. and Spanish here.
Follow the Library on Facebook for all schedule changes.
Read With Me Storytime - Virtual
10:30am - Wednesdays on Facebook
Join us every week for this great virtual Storytime!
This virtual storytime provides a closer interaction for enjoying the stories. Some weeks you will enjoy great special guest readers. Be sure to watch and read along! Say 'hello' to us in the comments so we know you are watching.
All virtual Storytimes can be found weekly on the Library Facebook page. Tune in weekly, but if you can't meet with us live, no worries, all sessions are recorded and post immediately after each event.
You can also see more on our Library Facebook Page.
S.T.E.M.
4:30pm - Thursdays at the Library
Your local library is the place that offers exploration and discovery: S.T.E.M.
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math - with projects chosen to engage children. (ages 5+)
Free to all explorers recommended ages 5+. No registration required.
Follow the calendar and Facebook for any schedule changes.
Knitting Club
10 AM - 12 PM - Tuesdays
2PM on Saturdays
Our weekly knitting club takes place on Tuesdays and Saturdays at the Library.
New to knitting? No problem! All levels of experience and all ages are welcome to join us at the Sam T. Wilson Library as we learn the art of knitting.
All library programs are free and open to the public. More info.
Builders Club
4:00 pm - Tuesdays
Calling all Master Builders!
Join us to challenge your building skills. For children in grades K and up!
Due to small parts Adult supervision for children under 5 is required.
Building materials available vary each week, but may include Legos, Magnetic Tiles and more.
Chess Club
5:00 - 6:30pm - Mondays
Join all ages & levels of experience for a game of strategy and problem solving. You're invited to learn and master the art of chess. No registration necessary.
(Students under 12yo must be accompanied by parent or designated adult while in the library. All students will need parents or adult to sign them in due to library policy regarding children under the age of 12. We require the parent/ responsible person to remain onsite throughout the program. There is seating available on the patio (weather permitting) or you may stay in your vehicle in the parking lot. Please see staff if another arrangement needs to be made.) Schedule changes will be posted on Facebook. More info
Monthly Programs
Spanish Sabados
11am - May 11
(2nd Sat each month)
Join us for a monthly Spanish lesson with Ms. Savannah !
Each month is focused on a fun vocabulary concept and cultural activity!
Open your world by learning a new language! Registration is required for this event
Homeschool Hangout
10:30am - 1st Wednesday each month
Are you a new homeschool parent? Are you looking to make connections to other homeschool groups? Do you want a place the kids can play and learn?
Join us for coffee and connections the first Wednesday of the month!
Younger Readers Book Clubs
Bookworms Elementary Book Club
One Saturday each month at 11:00 am. Follow the calendar for the next book club.
Join the Sam T. Wilson Bookworms one Saturday each month.
Bookworms can share what they liked and didn't like about the book pick and enjoy an activity relating to the book. Books available for checkout at the library and as an ebook on Libby.
Contact the Library to learn about this months book pick!
Masterminds Tween & Teen Book Club
One Saturday each month at 1:00 pm. Follow the calendar for the next book club.
Love to read? We love books! We invite you to join us one Saturday afternoon each month to chat about a great book! No registration required
Books available for checkout at the Library. You're invited to join us even if you haven't read the selection for this month!
Contact the Library to learn about this months book pick!
Homeschool Book Club
Elementary Readers: April 29 @ 1:30 pm
Middle School Readers April 29 @ 2:00 pm
This book club is for both students and parents or care givers. If you love to read and to chat about books, this is the club for you!
For the upcoming book club picks or more information about the HSCB follow the library on Facebook or call the Library at 901-867-1954 or email us.
Adult Programs
Trivia With Friends - Adults
1:00pm - one Monday each month
This month - on April 8th
Theme: ???
Join us for a multi-round adult trivia competition! Questions about everything from books to music and movies to general knowledge.
Bring your friends!
No registration required.
Book Club for Adults
1:30pm - 3rd Wednesday each month.
No registration required
This book chat is for all adult ages to share about our current book selection, what you're currently reading, or what you've read.
We encourage sharing all reviews and suggestions for other members of the group. Great way to reconnect, meet people, make new friends, and add great book ideas to your reading list.
Monthly selections are available for checkout. We offer a Zoom invite if you can't make it to the Library. Speak to your library staff for more information.
Knitting Club
10 AM - 12 PM on Tuesdays
2pm - Saturdays
Our weekly knitting club takes place on Tuesdays and Saturdays at the Library.
New to knitting? No problem! All levels of experience and all ages are welcome to join us at the Sam T. Wilson Library as we learn the art of knitting.
All library programs are free and open to the public. No registration necessary.
Art Literacy - All Ages
Kids ZONE DIY Craft Day - Take & Make Kits
Join us the 2nd Saturday monthly for the Kids ZONE DIY Craft Day.
Take & Make craft kits will be available, while supply lasts.
All instructions and supplies will be included and kits will be labeled for any additional glue, tape, etc. will be needed.
Kids Art Class
11AM - Saturday, April 6th at the Library
Project: Q-tip Daisies
Kids Art Class for ages 5 - 9 is available the first Saturday each month at 11:00.
Registration is required. Limited seating.
The Art Club
11AM - April 23rd at 11:00 AM or 4:00 PM at the Library.
Project: Flower Power
Ages 9 & Older * Registration Required * Limited Seating * Supplies provided
Contact the library to register or for more information, email library@townofarlington.org or call 901.867.1954
Check out these great Read With Me Storytimes, and other videos on the Storytime Page.
You can also see more on our Library Facebook Page.