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Services and Resources for All
WPL offers special services, resources, programs and more for everyone.
Upcoming Programs & Events
Socials and Clubs
Seniors Social Club
October 15th: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Older Adults
Drop-in
About the Program
Come and join the fun at our Seniors Social Club! Sip on hot tea or coffee while enjoying lively conversations, plenty of laughs, and the chance to meet new friends in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
This program is part of a series.
Storytimes
Explore Play Learn
October 15th: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Drop-in
About the Program
Get ready for stories, songs and lots of fun activities.
Tech and Tools
Computer Club: File Management Basics
October 15th: 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Older Adults
Registration required
About the Program
Learn how to organize and manage your digital files in this interactive program series for older adults.
Storytimes
Babies
October 15th: 02:30 PM - 03:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Waitlisted
About the Program
Enjoy stories, songs, and gentle sensory play designed to support early development and bonding. It's a great way to connect with your baby and meet other caregivers, too.
Socials and Clubs
Seniors Social Club
October 15th: 04:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Older Adults
Drop-in
About the Program
Come and join the fun at our Seniors Social Club! Enjoy lively conversations, plenty of laughs, and the chance to meet new friends in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Each week offers something different from conversation starters and memory games to crafts, music, or seasonal fun.
Arts
Drama Games
October 15th: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Tweens
Waitlisted
About the Program
Do you have a flair for the dramatics? Participate in drama games and fun activities as you learn more about what it takes to be an actor.
Literacy and Language Learning
English Conversation Circle
October 15th: 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Adults 19+
Drop-in
About the Program
Practice your conversational English and meet new people with the YMCA Immigrant Services. This program is open to all English levels.
Special Events
Puppet-Prov
October 15th: 07:00 PM - 08:30 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Teens
Registration required
About the Program
Get ready for laughs, surprises, and lots of fun in a safe, welcoming space that celebrates creativity and self-expression. Local queer comedian and puppeteer Kez Vicario-Robinson brings their one-of-a-kind energy to this interactive workshop with puppet-making and improv games for teens.
Storytimes
Learn Create Play
October 16th: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Early Learning
Drop-in
About the Program
This active play program is all about mind, body, creativity, and play. Move, learn, and explore with exciting new activities each week.
Music
Discovering Dance
October 16th: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Early Learning
Registration required
About the Program
We'll play popular dance-based games, follow simple routines, and learn a few easy moves along the way. It's all about having fun, building coordination, and enjoying music together. No experience needed—just bring your energy and get ready to dance!
Crafts and Hobbies
Button Making
October 16th: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Kids
Waitlisted
About the Program
Get creative and design your very own buttons! In this fun hands-on program, kids will decorate designs to turn into buttons with the button maker.
Health and Wellness
Mindful Doodling: Learning to Zentangle
October 16th: 06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Adults 19+
Waitlisted
About the Program
Take a creative pause in your day with this relaxing, art-based program for adults. Together, we’ll explore the calming practice of Zentangle—learning about its origins and discovering simple, mindful drawing techniques that promote focus and relaxation. You'll receive a workbook to guide your practice, along with pattern sheets to complete during the session and plenty to take home for continued creativity. No artistic experience needed—just a willingness to slow down, breathe, and doodle your way to mindfulness.
Crafts and Hobbies
Learn to Cricut
October 16th: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Tweens
Waitlisted
About the Program
Curious about how Cricut machines work? This program gives tweens and their caregiver a chance to learn the basics with a hands-on tutorial and plenty of time to experiment.
Literacy and Language Learning
Conversemos en Español - Let's Chat in Spanish
October 16th: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
John M. Harper Branch
Age Group: Adults 19+
Waitlisted
About the Program
Under the direction of a Spanish teacher, practice conversational Spanish, meet other Spanish speakers and make new friends. A basic knowledge of Spanish is necessary in order to be able to participate.
Storytimes
Special Saturday Stories with Author Carolyn Huizinga Mills
October 18th: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Families
Drop-in
About the Event
Enjoy a special Saturday Stories with a visit from children’s author Carolyn Huizinga Mills as she reads her latest book, I Drove My Bed to Grandma's House. Illustrator Jan Dolby will also be stopping by to chat. Enjoy interactive fun with themed activities, songs, and crafts—plus you'll have a chance to meet Carolyn and Jan, purchase a copy of the book, and have it signed.
