Have you registered yet for Summer Reading? There's still time! To get started, just register here, or stop by the Library and we'll get you set up. Then start logging minutes (for kids and YA readers) or titles (for adult readers) to earn reading rewards. Open (as always!) to readers/listeners of ALL ages, this year's program runs through mid-August. Plenty of time left to earn reading rewards!

MYO Sun-Baked S'mores Thurs, Aug 1 @ 2 pm

Let's use pizza boxes to make our own solar ovens--then test them out by making s’mores! Register here.

What If Puppet Show

Sat, Aug 3 @ 10 am

Intrepid explorers Ringo the Dog and Mister Mike are on an epic quest to find the greatest sing along song EVER! Audience participation, a cast of curious critters, and engaging puppetry styles will delight audiences of all ages. Adventure awaits! Register here.

Fairy Wonderland

Fri, Aug 9 @ 10 am

Join us to make magic wands and flower crowns at this fairy-themed event! Register here.

Weekly Storytimes

Tuesdays @ 6 pm and Wednesdays @ 10 am

Plus: This summer, Thurs @ 10 am at Macken Park, through August 15

Looking for a low-key learning outing? Join us for Storytime! These sessions include read-aloud stories, songs/movement, and a super-simple craft. If you want, plan to stay after the Wednesday Storytime session for some Stay-and-Play time with LEGOs and DUPLOs. Storytimes are geared toward pre-k kiddos, but children of all ages are welcome. No registration required!

Pokémon Card Trading/Playing

First Mondays from 5:30-8:30 pm

Drop in for some Pokémon fun on the first Mondays of each month! This event is all about informal card-trading and game playing, so you can stop in anytime between 5:30 and 8:30 pm on these evenings. Bring your binders and connect with other Pokémon enthusiasts! For Pokémon players of all ages. No registration required!

Dino Mondays

Mondays @ 10 am

Back for the summer! Starting in June, join us on Monday mornings for some open play with our set of GIANT foam dinosaur bones. No registration required.

Have a question about Library programs for kids and families, including our Storytimes or LEGO playtimes? Email Jennifer Shea.

Join us for a conversation about disaster preparedness, and learn how to prepare for emergencies, including severe weather, dangerous temperatures, flooding, and fires.

This talk, brought to you by AmeriCorps, will last about an hour and a half, and is geared toward adults 55 and up. Feel free to bring any questions about how to make your home more safe--and how to navigate an emergency, should one arise! Walk-ins welcome, or to receive a week-of reminder, register here.

Want to make something new? Check out our August classes. Interested in using the sewing space on your own, or with a group of friends? Email Amy to reserve a date/time that works for you!

Sewing Studio: Make a Simple T-Shirt Dress

Tues, Aug 6, from 6-9 pm

Come make simple t-shirt dress! Please bring a t-shirt with a fit that you like (we'll use it as the starting point for our pattern), and 1 1/2 yards of your favorite knit fabric (usually 60" length).

Class level: Intermediate (some sewing experience/attendance at one of our Intro to the Machine classes required)

With instructor Patty Ibarra. For adult sewists only.

Sewing Studio: Intro to the Sewing Machine + Open Sew

Tues, Aug 20, from 10 am-1 pm

Join us for an intro class to our Janome sewing machine! Learn how to wind a bobbin and thread a machine, and get started with some basic stitching.

Have a work in progress? This session is also an Open Sew, so feel free to bring your WIP and get some stitching done!

This session is for adult sewists. With instructor Patty Ibarra.

Sewing Studio: Intro to the Sewing Machine + T-Shirt Dress Finish

Wed, Aug 21, from 6-9 pm

Join us for an intro class to our Janome sewing machine! Learn how to wind a bobbin and thread a machine, and get started with some basic stitching.

Need to finish your t-shirt dress from earlier this month? This would be a great time to do that too!

This session is for adult sewists. With instructor Patty Ibarra.

Have questions? Let us know!

And don't forget! The Library offers a variety of additional classes for adults, too! For a full lineup of these programs--which include sewing and fiber crafting opportunities, weekly yoga options (both mat and chair, offered via Zoom, plus summer Yoga in the Park through August!), a monthly Medicare class, and more--and to register, go to nkcpl.org.

Browse NKCPL's August classes and events: there's a lot going on for kids and families--plus there's sewing, knitting, and yoga for adults. And don't forget our monthly Medicare info session! Go to nkcpl.org for more info and to register for an event.