Library Calendar of Events

We have special programs and events each month at the Library. Our monthly calendars help keep you informed (links in blue buttons to download).

Programs occur Monday-Thursday, and on Saturdays. (the Library is closed on Fridays & Sundays)

Check back with us for a new calendar each month OR check out our Library Facebook Page.

For more information, many of our special Library Events and Library Programs are described further below:

BOOK SALE!

The Library Friends of Arlington will be holding a Book Sale on Saturday, October 12th from 10AM - 3PM.

Drop by and help the Library Friends raise money to support the Library.

Library Friends of Arlington Book Sale.  Saturday, Oct 12 from 10am to 3pm. Background image is a stack of books on a blue floor in front of a yellow wall.

FALL FESTIVAL

October 26th from 1:00 - 4:00.

Join us for Fall themed fun! We will have games and crafts for all ages.

Be sure to wear a costume!

Join us for the Fall Festival at the Sam T Wilson Public Library. Saturday, Oct 26 from 1pm-4pm. Fall-themed fun for all ages!

Weekly Programs
Great programs at your local Library every week!

Baby / Toddler Storytime Thursdays!

10:30am - Thursdays at the Library

Babies and their caregivers are welcome to join us on Thursday mornings for tickle rhymes and wiggle songs!

We will sing, read, and share best practices to promote early literacy skills. This is a lapsit story time best for ages 0-2.

Baby and Toddler Storytime, every Thursday at 10:30am. Open to ages 0 to 2.

Preschool Storytime Tuesdays!

10:30am - Tuesdays at the Library

LA HORA DE CUENTOS

Every Tuesday we enjoy stories, songs, counting, dancing, and a great way for parent interaction with your little one.

The program is designed to build early language & literacy foundations in toddlers and pre-school children ages 5 and under.

We also sneak in lots of early literacy and social skill building. See more for English here. and Spanish here.

Preschool Storytime every Tuesday at 10:30am. For ages 5 and under

Saturday Game Day !

2-4pm - Saturdays at the Library

Wanna play? Stop by the library this weekend. We will have a variety of games and activities available for a free-play Saturday.

Open to all ages.

Saturday Game Day every Saturday at the Library from 2-4pm. Open to all ages

S.T.E.M. Thursdays!

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.

STEM schedule for October, meeting every Thursday at 4:30pm at the Library

Chess Club Mondays!

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 12 must be signed in and accompanied by parent or designated adult while in the library. 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.

Homeschool Hangout

1st & 4th Wednesday each month

October Program: Photography

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!

homeschool hangout flyer for first wednesday of each month at 10:30am.  join us for coffee and connections for homeschool parents looking to make connections and have a place for kids to play and learn

Camera lens with black above and yellow below. Text says Homeschool Hangout Photography - come learn techniques for taking the best pictures. Wednesday, Oct 23, 2pm. Register at Library or by emailing library@townofarlinton.org

Builders Club

4 PM on Tuesdays
Ages 5+

Our weekly Builders Club takes place on Tuesdays at the Library.

If you have a master builder aged 5 or up, come join us to show off their skills with various types of building blocks and toys.

All library programs are free and open to the public.

Builders club flyer, every Tuesday at 4pm. Ages 5 and up.

Adult Programs

Book Club for Adults

1:30pm - Last 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.

Oct Book Club Meeting: Oct 30th at 1:30pm

Oct. Book: What the Wind Knows by Amy Harmon

Library Friends of Arlington

Non-Resident Library Card Sponsorship for Seniors

- Want to join a great library?
- Age 50 or older?
- Live outside the Arlington town limits?

That's the only qualifications needed for this great sponsorship by the Library Friends of Arlington.

See Staff for more information. Offer only available for non-residents & while cards last.

LFA Senior NR Card Sponsor

Library Friends of Arlington Book Sale.  Saturday, Oct 12 from 10am to 3pm. Background image is a stack of books on a blue floor in front of a yellow wall.

Art Literacy - All Ages

Kids ZONE DIY Craft Day - Take & Make Kits

Join us on the 2nd Saturday each month 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.

Kid Zone Take and Make Craft Kits every second saturday of the month

Kids Art Class

11AM - 1st Saturday of month at the Library

October Project: Watercolor Spray Art

Kids Art Class for ages 5 - 9  is available the first Saturday each month.

Registration is required. Limited seating.

Kids Art on Oct 5 at 11am with theme of Watercolor Spray Art.  Registration is required by phone or email

The Art Club 9+

11AM - October 19 at the Library.

October Project: Perler Beads

Ages 9 - adult * Registration Required * Limited Seating * Supplies provided

Contact the library to register or for more information, email library@townofarlington.org or call 901.867.1954

Art Club on October 19 at 11am for ages 9 to adult. October project is Perler Beads. Registration Required.

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.

 Read With Me Storytime with Ms. Savannah

 Read With Me Storytime with Friends

Bedtime Storytime