Journal Making and Writing Workshop

Thu, Nov 28, All day

Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine

Fri, Nov 29, All day

Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine

Pajamas & Picture Book Movies

Fri, Nov 29, 9:00am - 7:00pm

Do you have toys looking for a new home? Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Please drop off toys that are in good condition (no stuffed animals please!) at the Youth Services Desk.

Fri, Nov 29, 10:00am - 10:45am

Kids Korner A/B

Relax after Thanksgiving and join us for a storytime, watch picture book movies with a morning snack, and make a craft! Please register each child in your family that will be attending.

This event is full

Sat, Nov 30, All day

Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine

Sat, Nov 30, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Do you have toys looking for a new home? Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Please drop off toys that are in good condition (no stuffed animals please!) at the Youth Services Desk.

Sat, Nov 30, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Drop by the library to make a simple craft on your own or with the help of a parent/caregiver. The craft will be available in Youth Services, while supplies last.

Sun, Dec 01, All day

Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine

Sun, Dec 01, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Do you have toys looking for a new home? Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Please drop off toys that are in good condition (no stuffed animals please!) at the Youth Services Desk.

Mon, Dec 02, All day

Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine

Mon, Dec 02, 9:00am - 10:00pm

Do you have toys looking for a new home? Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Please drop off toys that are in good condition (no stuffed animals please!) at the Youth Services Desk.

D&D Continuing Campaign

Mon, Dec 02, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

Join in on a continuing D&D campaign! For participants that have completed a One-Shot session, or with facilitator consent.

Holiday Gift Bags

Mon, Dec 02, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

No more wrapping paper! Make simple fabric gift bags for your holiday gift giving.

This event is full

Tue, Dec 03, All day

Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine

Home for the Holidays: A Joyful Workshop for Caregivers

Tue, Dec 03, 9:00am - 10:00pm

Do you have toys looking for a new home? Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Please drop off toys that are in good condition (no stuffed animals please!) at the Youth Services Desk.

Sugar Plum Stories

Tue, Dec 03, 10:00am - 10:45am

Kids Korner A/B

This storytime will be a magical holiday themed experience with sweetness and imagination. We will decorate fairy crowns, wands, ornaments, and decorate sugar plum cookies.

Adult Book Discussion

Tue, Dec 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

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Tuesday Tech Help

Tue, Dec 03, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Drop-in technology help. Got a technology question? Our librarians are here to help!

Tue, Dec 03, 2:00pm - 3:15pm

Kids Korner A/B

Registration opens November 22nd, 2024 at 9:00 A.M.

Holiday Cookie Decorating

Tue, Dec 03, 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B

Join us for a festive program, where you will decorate delicious cookies and create a custom cookie box to showcase your treats.

This event is full

Home for the Holidays: A Joyful Workshop for Caregivers

Tue, Dec 03, 6:00pm - 7:15pm

Kids Korner A/B

Registration opens November 22nd, 2024 at 9:00 A.M.

EGVPL Board of Trustees Meeting

Tue, Dec 03, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Board Meeting

Wed, Dec 04, All day

Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine

Wed, Dec 04, 9:00am - 10:00pm

Do you have toys looking for a new home? Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Please drop off toys that are in good condition (no stuffed animals please!) at the Youth Services Desk.

Cup Cake Challenge

Wed, Dec 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

-Teams of two will compete in cup cake decorating to win prizes. -All materials are supplied. -Wear your holiday flair! -Register at YS Reference Desk.

Wed, Dec 04, 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Calling all Santa’s Helpers! Need a secret spot to wrap a special gift? Visit our Wrapping Station in Adult Services!

Sugar Plum Stories

Wed, Dec 04, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Kids Korner A/B

This storytime will be a magical holiday themed experience with sweetness and imagination. We will decorate fairy crowns, wands, ornaments, and decorate sugar plum cookies.

This event is full

Thu, Dec 05, All day

Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine

Holiday Cookie Decorating

Thu, Dec 05, 9:00am - 10:00pm

Do you have toys looking for a new home? Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Please drop off toys that are in good condition (no stuffed animals please!) at the Youth Services Desk.

Adult Book Discussion

Thu, Dec 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

Darlene Greaves Conference Room

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Sugar Plum Stories

Thu, Dec 05, 1:30pm - 2:15pm

Kids Korner A/B

This storytime will be a magical holiday themed experience with sweetness and imagination. We will decorate fairy crowns, wands, ornaments, and decorate sugar plum cookies.

Thu, Dec 05, 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

Join us for a festive program, where you will decorate delicious cookies and create a custom cookie box to showcase your treats.

This event is full

Avoiding Tech Scams

Thu, Dec 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Darlene Greaves Conference Room

Learn how to identify and avoid common tech scams.

Bill the Baker

Thu, Dec 05, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Bill the Baker will teach you how to assemble the classic Italian dessert, Tiramisu.

This event is full

Fri, Dec 06, All day

Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine

December Minecraft Club (Session A)

Fri, Dec 06, 9:00am - 7:00pm

Do you have toys looking for a new home? Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Please drop off toys that are in good condition (no stuffed animals please!) at the Youth Services Desk.

Mock Monarch Book Club

Fri, Dec 06, 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

Read, snack, discuss, snack, and vote for your favorite book each month! We will work our way through the 2025 Monarch Award master list and choose our library winner in the spring.

Fri, Dec 06, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Darlene Greaves Conference Room

Play and create with friends during Minecraft Club. Pick only Friday (Session A), Saturday (Session B) or Saturday (Session C) to attend in December.

This event is full

Sat, Dec 07, All day

Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine

Sat, Dec 07, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Do you have toys looking for a new home? Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Please drop off toys that are in good condition (no stuffed animals please!) at the Youth Services Desk.

Sat, Dec 07, 9:00am - 4:00pm

Calling all Santa’s Helpers! Need a secret spot to wrap a special gift? Visit our Wrapping Station in Adult Services!

Winter Whimsy Family Photo

Sat, Dec 07, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Drop by the library to make a simple craft on your own or with the help of a parent/caregiver. The craft will be available in Youth Services, while supplies last.

Cancelled

3D Printed Cookie Cutter

Sat, Dec 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Design a 3D printable cookie cutter using Inkscape, OpenSCAD, and PrusaSlicer.

Sat, Dec 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Gather your family and visit the library for a fun, seasonal photo!

December Minecraft Club (Session B)

Sat, Dec 07, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Darlene Greaves Conference Room

Play and create with friends during Minecraft Club. Pick only Friday (Session A), Saturday (Session B) or Saturday (Session C) to attend in December.

Winter Whimsy Family Photo

Sat, Dec 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Gather your family and visit the library for a fun, seasonal photo!

December Minecraft Club (Session C)

Sat, Dec 07, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Darlene Greaves Conference Room

Play and create with friends during Minecraft Club. Pick only Friday (Session A), Saturday (Session B) or Saturday (Session C) to attend in December.

This event is full

Sun, Dec 08, All day

Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine

Sun, Dec 08, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Do you have toys looking for a new home? Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Please drop off toys that are in good condition (no stuffed animals please!) at the Youth Services Desk.

Sun, Dec 08, 1:00pm - 4:30pm

Calling all Santa’s Helpers! Need a secret spot to wrap a special gift? Visit our Wrapping Station in Adult Services!

Mon, Dec 09, All day

Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine

Mon, Dec 09, 9:00am - 10:00pm

Do you have toys looking for a new home? Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Please drop off toys that are in good condition (no stuffed animals please!) at the Youth Services Desk.

Wintry Embroidery Fun

Mon, Dec 09, 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

Embroidery can be sew much fun! In this introductory class, we will learn about embroidery supplies and tools, work on fine motor skills, and create a fun seasonal design.

This event is full

Tue, Dec 10, All day

Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine

Tue, Dec 10, 9:00am - 10:00pm

Do you have toys looking for a new home? Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Please drop off toys that are in good condition (no stuffed animals please!) at the Youth Services Desk.

Money Smart Holidays Get-Together

Tue, Dec 10, 10:00am - 10:00pm

Use sweet clues to search for hidden candy canes, complete challenges, and solve riddles as you wind your way through Youth Services.

Tuesday Tech Help

Tue, Dec 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Drop-in technology help. Got a technology question? Our librarians are here to help!

Holiday Uke Jam

Tue, Dec 10, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

Hang out and learn a song on the ukulele. All experience levels are welcome! Ukuleles are provided by the library.

This event is full

Tue, Dec 10, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Join us for this festive Money Smart activity night.

Wed, Dec 11, All day

Use sweet clues to search for hidden candy canes, complete challenges, and solve riddles as you wind your way through Youth Services.

Make and Take Craft: Holiday Wreath

Wed, Dec 11, All day

Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine

Rescheduled

Resume Help Drop-In

Wed, Dec 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm

New date Wednesday, December 11, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Need a hand completing job applications, writing your resume and cover letters, preparing for an interview, or finding networking opportunities?

Wed, Dec 11, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Enjoy wrapping a foam ring with fleece and adding embellishments to create a fluffy holiday wreath.

Resume Help Drop-In

Wed, Dec 11, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Group Study Room C

Need a hand completing job applications, writing your resume and cover letters, preparing for an interview, or finding networking opportunities?

Cartooning with Mark Anderson

Wed, Dec 11, 3:15pm - 4:15pm

Kids Korner A/B

It’s well known that reindeer enjoy playing wintery games, and we’ll be drawing them all! Snowball soccer, tundra tennis, blizzard basketball and maybe even icicle skating!

This event is full

Art Class - Painted Barn Quilts

Wed, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Learn to create barn quilt inspired artwork by tracing a design onto a canvas and bring it to life with vibrant colors.

Wed, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Calling all Santa’s Helpers! Need a secret spot to wrap a special gift? Visit our Wrapping Station in Adult Services!

LEGO Workshop

Wed, Dec 11, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

Attention builders: Join us to make seasonal builds that we will put on display in the Youth Services Department in December!

This event is full

Thu, Dec 12, All day

Use sweet clues to search for hidden candy canes, complete challenges, and solve riddles as you wind your way through Youth Services.

Thursday Evening Tech Help

Thu, Dec 12, All day

Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine

Moments to Remember

Thu, Dec 12, 11:30am - 1:00pm

Social gathering for women 55 years & older. Limited to 30

Thu, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Drop-in technology help. Got a technology question? Our librarians are here to help!

Cancelled

Knitting & Crochet Circle

Thu, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Join us for a casual get-together, where crafters can spend some time together, chatting and working on their knitting or crocheting.

Winter Whimsy Family Photo

Thu, Dec 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Gather your family and visit the library for a fun, seasonal photo!

Fri, Dec 13, All day

Use sweet clues to search for hidden candy canes, complete challenges, and solve riddles as you wind your way through Youth Services.

Fri, Dec 13, All day

Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine

LEGO Workshop

Fri, Dec 13, 4:15pm - 4:45pm

Kids Korner A/B

Attention builders: Join us to make seasonal builds that we will put on display in the Youth Services Department in December!

This event is full

Gaming Group

Fri, Dec 13, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Darlene Greaves Conference Room

This program will offer modded Minecraft and Roblox play for experienced gamers, and Feed the Beast to learn new skills and enhance your Minecraft play. Use of Roblox requires an existing account.

Sat, Dec 14, All day

Use sweet clues to search for hidden candy canes, complete challenges, and solve riddles as you wind your way through Youth Services.

Sat, Dec 14, All day

Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine

Sat, Dec 14, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Drop by the library to make a simple craft on your own or with the help of a parent/caregiver. The craft will be available in Youth Services, while supplies last.

Cancelled

Gift Board for Santa

Sat, Dec 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Santa works hard every Christmas Eve, so doesn’t he deserve a little something? Make a simple cutting board (which we’ll provide) & turn it into something kids can leave out for him on his big night!

Toy Swap

Sat, Dec 14, 11:00am - 4:30pm

Kids Korner A/B

Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Come "shop" for free, gently used toys that are looking for a new home.

Sun, Dec 15, All day

Use sweet clues to search for hidden candy canes, complete challenges, and solve riddles as you wind your way through Youth Services.

Sun, Dec 15, All day

Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine

Mon, Dec 16, All day

Use sweet clues to search for hidden candy canes, complete challenges, and solve riddles as you wind your way through Youth Services.

Mon, Dec 16, All day

Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine

Monday Matinee Movie

Mon, Dec 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Enjoy an afternoon movie in the Lee Maternowski Room. Popcorn will be served!

D&D Continuing Campaign

Mon, Dec 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Group Study Room C

Join in on a continuing D&D campaign! For participants that have completed a One-Shot session, or with facilitator consent.

Wintry Embroidery Fun

Mon, Dec 16, 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

Embroidery can be sew much fun! In this introductory class, we will learn about embroidery supplies and tools, work on fine motor skills, and create a fun seasonal design.

This event is full

Test Fest

Mon, Dec 16, 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Hey students! Are you cramming for that final exam? Finishing up a big project? We have plenty of space – and pizza! – for you here. You’ve got this, and we’ve got your back!

Tue, Dec 17, All day

Use sweet clues to search for hidden candy canes, complete challenges, and solve riddles as you wind your way through Youth Services.

Tue, Dec 17, All day

Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine

Candy Cottages

Tue, Dec 17, 10:00am - 10:45am

Kids Korner A/B

We will have a storytime, enjoy a gingerbread snack and use some candy creativity for this program.

Tuesday Tech Help

Tue, Dec 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Drop-in technology help. Got a technology question? Our librarians are here to help!

Candy Cottages

Tue, Dec 17, 1:30pm - 2:15pm

Kids Korner A/B

We will have a storytime, enjoy a gingerbread snack and use some candy creativity for this program.

Test Fest

Tue, Dec 17, 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Darlene Greaves Conference Room

Hey students! Are you cramming for that final exam? Finishing up a big project? We have plenty of space – and pizza! – for you here. You’ve got this, and we’ve got your back!

Wed, Dec 18, All day

Use sweet clues to search for hidden candy canes, complete challenges, and solve riddles as you wind your way through Youth Services.

Art Class - Painted Barn Quilts

Wed, Dec 18, All day

Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine

Wed, Dec 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Learn to create barn quilt inspired artwork by tracing a design onto a canvas and bring it to life with vibrant colors.

Learn, and go craft! Luminarias

Wed, Dec 18, 4:30pm - 4:45pm

Meet up at the YA area for an introduction and quick instruction on how to make a fun craft. Then, take home your supplies to make your own creation. Sign up for a new craft each month!

Make and Take Crafts: Holiday Wreath

Wed, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Enjoy wrapping a foam ring with fleece and adding embellishments to create a fluffy holiday wreath.

Test Fest

Wed, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Darlene Greaves Conference Room

Hey students! Are you cramming for that final exam? Finishing up a big project? We have plenty of space – and pizza! – for you here. You’ve got this, and we’ve got your back!

Wed, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Calling all Santa’s Helpers! Need a secret spot to wrap a special gift? Visit our Wrapping Station in Adult Services!

Candy Cottages

Wed, Dec 18, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Kids Korner A/B

We will have a storytime, enjoy a gingerbread snack and use some candy creativity for this program.

This event is full

Thu, Dec 19, All day

Use sweet clues to search for hidden candy canes, complete challenges, and solve riddles as you wind your way through Youth Services.

Laser Engraved Night Light

Thu, Dec 19, All day

Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine

Cancelled

Thu, Dec 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Design a night light using Inkscape, engrave it on acrylic using our laser engraver, and light it up in a variety of colors with an LED base.

Sweet Showdown

Thu, Dec 19, 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

Join us for a candy cottage Pop-Tarchitecture challenge! We'll work together using Pop-Tarts and other sugary construction materials to design and build a sweet retreat fit for a gingerbread friend.

This event is full

Podcasting 101

Thu, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

A/V Recording Studio

Learn the basics of podcasting!

Cancelled

Laser-cut Table Numbers

Thu, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Learn how to design table numbers, cut one from cardboard using the laser engraver, then fold, glue, and paint it for a decoration that will make your wedding, family reunion, or other party unique.

Art Around the World

Thu, Dec 19, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Travel the world without leaving the library! Each class will focus on a different country by learning about some artists and making an art project to take home.

Fri, Dec 20, All day

Use sweet clues to search for hidden candy canes, complete challenges, and solve riddles as you wind your way through Youth Services.

Fri, Dec 20, All day

Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine

Poinsettia Painting

Fri, Dec 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Kids Korner A/B

Print and paint your way to a colorful seasonal floral masterpiece in this art workshop.

This event is full

Sat, Dec 21, All day

Use sweet clues to search for hidden candy canes, complete challenges, and solve riddles as you wind your way through Youth Services.

Sat, Dec 21, All day

Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine

Laser Engraved Holiday Ornament

Sat, Dec 21, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Drop by the library to make a simple craft on your own or with the help of a parent/caregiver. The craft will be available in Youth Services, while supplies last.

Cancelled

Sat, Dec 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Design a custom holiday ornament using Inkscape, then make it from acrylic on our laser engraver.

Sun, Dec 22, All day

Use sweet clues to search for hidden candy canes, complete challenges, and solve riddles as you wind your way through Youth Services.

Sun, Dec 22, All day

Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine

Mon, Dec 23, All day

Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine

Tue, Dec 24, All day

Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine

Wed, Dec 25, All day

Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine

Thu, Dec 26, All day

Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine

Fri, Dec 27, All day

Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine

Planet Circus

Fri, Dec 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Join us as we welcome Pocket Circus for their Planet Circus show! It’s a two-person circus show that packs a punch with acrobatics, juggling, magic, comedy and lots of audience participation.

Planet Circus

Fri, Dec 27, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Join us as we welcome Pocket Circus for their Planet Circus show! It’s a two-person circus show that packs a punch with acrobatics, juggling, magic, comedy and lots of audience participation.

Sat, Dec 28, All day

Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine