UPCOMING HOLIDAY CLOSURES:

Monday, January 1, 2024 - New Year's Day

Monday, January 15, 2024 - Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Stop by the "Spark! Places of Innovation" Smithsonian Exhibit until January 13!

The exhibit is located on the 3rd Floor of the Nampa Public Library.

Spark! Places of Innovation, a traveling exhibition from the Smithsonian’s Museum on Main Street (MoMS) program, dives into innovation and invention happening in rural America. In small towns across America, people are creating new products, taking risks, meeting challenges together, and seizing upon exciting opportunities that change local life and sometimes reach far beyond. Spark! features stories from over 30 rural communities across the nation that reveal the dynamic relationship between place and creativity. Technical, social, cultural, artistic, or a combination of all of these—every innovation is as unique as each community.

Spark! Places of Innovation is part of MoMS, a unique collaboration between the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service, state humanities councils across the nation, and local host organizations. To learn more, visit www.museumonmainstreet.org.

JANUARY BOOKMOBILE STOPS

Jan. 2, 16 & 30, 1:30-2:15 PM

Broadmore Senior Living

15 5th St N, Nampa, ID 83687

Jan. 2, 16 & 30, 2:30-3:45 PM

Vineyard Suites Senior Living

888 W Corporate Ln, Nampa, ID 83651

Jan. 3, 17 & 31, 3-4 PM

Center Point RV Park

1530 Ann St, Nampa, ID 83687

Jan. 10 & 24, 11:30 AM-1:30 PM

Harward Recreation Center

131 Constitution Way, Nampa, ID 83686

Jan. 11 & 25, 3-4:30 PM

Walmart Neighborhood Market

175 S Middleton Rd, Nampa, ID 83651

See all upcoming Bookmobile stops or request a stop at nampalibrary.org/bookmobile!

Looking to learn a new language or preparing for the U.S. Citizenship test? We've got the resources for you! Check out both resources HERE!

PRONUNCIATOR

Pronunciator is a fun and free way to learn any of 163 language with personalized courses, movies, music, and more! Learn online, either on your desktop computer or mobile device.

Pronunciator es una manera divertida y fácil de aprender cualquiera de los 163 idiomas disponibles. ¡Aprende en tu navegador!

PROCITIZEN

Preparing to take the U.S. citizenship test just got easier! This course will help you prepare for the civics, reading and writing portions of the naturalization test. Through a series of informative videos, practice exercises and quizzes, you will learn everything you need to know to successfully pass the test. ProCitizen is part of Pronunciator.

¡Preparando para el examen de ciudadania ahora es más fácil! Este curso le ayudara a preparar para las secciones de leer, escrbir, y educación cívica del Examen de Naturalización. A través de una serie de videos informativos, sesiones de práctica, y cuestionarios, aprenderá todo lo necesario para pasar con éxito el examen. ProCitizen as parte e Pronunciator.

Mondays & Fridays

10:15-10:45 AM

Children's Storytime Area, 1st Floor



For children aged 3-5 and their caregivers. Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays and rhymes.

*No storytime Jan. 1 & 15 (holiday closures)

Wednesdays

10:15-10:45 AM

Children's Storytime Area, 1st Floor

Geared for children 18 months to 3 years and their caregivers. Explore STEM and early literacy skills with stories, songs, fingerplays and rhymes.

Wednesdays

11:15-11:45 AM

Children's Storytime Area, 1st Floor

Geared for children 0-18 months and their caregivers. Explore early literacy concepts with stories, songs, fingerplays and rhymes.

Thursday, January 4, 4-5 PM

Multipurpose Rooms

Ages 8-16

Paint your own masterpiece just like we did ten years ago. Learn about Vincent van Gogh and paint sunflowers. Enjoy refreshments and a slideshow of Art Endeavor through the years!

Tuesday, January 9, 4-5 PM

Multipurpose Rooms

Ages 6+

Join us to learn more about seed science! What's inside a seed? Create your own "dream garden."  

This fun program is part of the Junior Master Gardener curriculum. Aimed to engage children through garden and ecology themed children's books and helps inspire learning through garden activities, creative expression and exploration.

For ages 6 and up. Younger children are welcome as long as they have their caregiver with them to assist them with the activities.

Presented by University of Idaho Extension's Canyon County Jr. Master Gardener volunteers. 

Tuesday, January 16, 4-5:30 PM

Multipurpose Rooms

Ages 8-18

Relax after school with some snacks and games! Stop by with your friends.

Thursday, January 18, 6-7:30 PM

Multipurpose Rooms

Ages 8 and under

Drop off your toy for a fun night at the library! Come decorate a blanket and have a special storytime. Leave your toy overnight for an exciting evening with the other toys in Nampa. Toys will have a chance to tour the library afterhours. Storytime is from 6-6:30pm and the activity is from 6:30-7:30pm.

Monday, January 22, 4-5 PM

Multipurpose Rooms

Ages 2-16

All ages are invited to get creative and build anything they choose with Legos! We will also have an area for the younger builders to explore with Duplos.

Wednesday, January 24, 3:30-4:30 PM

Multipurpose Rooms

Ages 8-18

Create something you wouldn't see in a museum. Using miscellaneous supplies paste, cut, and color the most unpleasant creation. Most hideous creation will receive a prize. Stop by with your friends!

Thursday, February 1, 4-5 PM

Multipurpose Rooms

Ages 8-18

Choose from a fun variety of arts and crafts supplies to create your own unique valentine!

Join us for our monthly Art Endeavor program where youth (ages 8-16) are inspired to make their own art creation! Children, youth and their caregivers are welcome to attend.

Friday, February 23, 4-5 PM

Multipurpose Rooms

Gallop, hee-haw, march, skip, dance, and jump through Saint Saëns's children's classic.

Tuesdays & Thursday, 10:15-11 AM

Multipurpose Rooms



Fit and Fall Proof™ is designed to help senior citizens prevent injuries and the subsequent loss of independence. Class participants learn simple exercises to increase strength, balance, and endurance, which can help prevent the accidental falls and tripping sometimes associated with age.

Tuesdays, 10 AM - 4PM

Study Room 303



Thinking about college or career training? Meet with an Educational Advisor from the TRIO Education Opportunity Center!

The Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) assists eligible adults who want to pursue education, certification, and career training opportunities. Our Education Advisors can help you explore any program at any school, and help identify financial assistance for your program. We can help set an attainable plan to achieve your educational and career goals. All of our services are free!

• GED & High School Completion Assistance
• Career Exploration
• Explore Programs & Schools
• College Applications
• Identify Financial Aid
• Default Loan Counseling
• And more!

Thursdays, 12-4 PM

Study Room 203



Walk-in & by-appointment services available to assist you with career planning, unemployment insurance benefits, resumes and more! Call 208-364-7781 to schedule an appointment. 

Tuesday, January 2, 5-7:30 PM

Multipurpose Room A



Have you ever played Mahjong? It's a tile-based game of skill, strategy, and luck! Join us the first Monday of each month and be sure to invite your friends! We'll provide an evening of fun, beverages, and traditional card game snacks. 

Wednesday, January 10, 1-2:30 PM

Study Room 302



Build a support system with people who understand. Walk-ins are welcome. Alzheimer’s Association support groups, conducted by trained facilitators, are a safe place for people living with dementia and their care partners to:

• Develop a support system.
• Exchange practical information on challenges and possible solutions.
• Talk through issues and ways of coping.
• Share feelings, needs and concerns.
• Learn about community resources

For more information: alz.org/idaho

Wednesday, January 10, 6:30-7:30 PM

Multipurpose Room B



Learn how to identify the signs of identity theft and fraud. Examine different types of identity theft and fraud. Identify strategies to protect yourself from identity theft and fraud. Learn how to protect your data using safe habits.

Thursday, January 11, 1:30-2:30 PM

Multipurpose Rooms



"The Squad" is a group function for adults

with disabilities. Music, crafts and games!

*Must be accompanied by a caregiver

Tuesday, January 16

11:15 AM - 12:15 PM

Multipurpose Room A



The fun and easy dice game that everyone loves to play. If you can roll some dice and count to 21, you could be yelling out 'Bunco!' and win the game.

Saturday, January 20, 10:15-11:45 AM

Multipurpose Rooms

Space Limited - Registration Required

FREE parent workshops for families with children ages 1-5 to get ready for Kindergarten. We will show you ways to turn everyday moments into learning moments. Childcare provided! Receive a kit filled with hands-on manipulative and educational toys valued at $70.

Sponsored by the partnership of Ready! and Idaho Association for the Education of Young Children.

Parent Workshop Topics

January 20 - Part 1 - Language and Literacy

February 3 - Part 2 - Math and Reasoning

March 2 - Part 3 - Social and Emotional

Mondays beginning Jan. 22 (8 weeks)

3rd Floor Board Room

Are you preparing for the U.S. Citizenship exam? Join us for an 8-week series of free preparation classes!

The 8-week schedule is as follows:

Monday, January 22

Monday, January 29

Monday, February 5

Monday, February 12

*Tuesday, February 20 (library closed Feb. 19)

Monday, February 26

Monday, March 4

Monday, March 11

For more information and to sign up, email idahocitizenship@gmail.com.

Paid for by the Idaho Democratic Party -

Brent Robinson, Treasurer

Wednesday, January 24

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

3rd Floor Board Room



Join us to discuss our book of the month!

Friday, January 26, 4-5:30 PM

Multipurpose Room A

Space Limited - Registration Required

Join us for a step-by-step painting session as you enjoy some tasty non-alcoholic drinks. Please note, this is an adults-only event. Registration required at nampalibrary.org/paint

Monday, January 29, 2-3:30 PM

Study Room 302



Build a support system with people who understand. Walk-ins are welcome. Alzheimer’s Association support groups, conducted by trained facilitators, are a safe place for people living with dementia and their care partners to:

• Develop a support system.
• Exchange practical information on challenges and possible solutions.
• Talk through issues and ways of coping.
• Share feelings, needs and concerns.
• Learn about community resources

For more information: alz.org/idaho

Now until Saturday, Jan. 13

Daily | Local History Area, 3rd Floor

Spark! Places of Innovation, a traveling exhibition from the Smithsonian’s Museum on Main Street (MoMS) program, dives into innovation and invention happening in rural America. In small towns across America, people are creating new products, taking risks, meeting challenges together, and seizing upon exciting opportunities that change local life and sometimes reach far beyond. Spark! features stories from over 30 rural communities across the nation that reveal the dynamic relationship between place and creativity. Technical, social, cultural, artistic, or a combination of all of these—every innovation is as unique as each community.

"Spark! Places of Innovation" is part of MoMS, a unique collaboration between the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service, state humanities councils across the nation, and local host organizations. To learn more, visit www.museumonmainstreet.org.

Now until Saturday, Jan. 13

Daily | 1st Floor Info Desk

The Nampa Public Library is hosting a scavenger hunt about innovation and inventions of rural America supporting the Smithsonian Sparks Exhibit. The scavenger hunt is designed to be fun and educational. Participants will be given a list of clues that will lead them to different parts of the library where they will learn about the history of innovation and inventions in rural America. The scavenger hunt will take place on all three floors of the library and will be open to all ages. It’s a great way to learn about the history of innovation and inventions in rural America while having fun at the same time!

Wednesdays beginning Jan. 10, 6-7 PM

Multipurpose Room

For ages 13+ and adults



Interested in learning to play the guitar?

Join volunteer David Johnson every Wednesday evening to learn guitar basics such as chords, strumming patterns, and a tiny bit of music theory. Please bring your own guitar.

Monday, January 8, 4-5:30 PM

Multipurpose Room A



Join us every 2nd Monday of the month for a fun and relaxed chess club experience! Come to test your mettle, discuss strategy, or learn the basics! All ages and experience levels are welcome.

Tuesday, January 9, 1-3:30 PM

Multipurpose Room A

Open to ages 12+ and adults

Participants should bring #4 worsted yarn, knitting needles (size 8 or 9 and/or crochet hooks size G or H). Beginners thru advanced welcome. Instruction provided!

Thursday, January 11, 4:30-6 PM

Nampa Public Library Lobby

Join us for a free community concert featuring four Boise Phil ensembles: Langroise Trio, String Quartet, Brass Quintet, and Wind Quintet.

Listen to classical music.



Interact with instruments.

Have fun with musical activities with Discovery Center of Idaho!

Saturday, January 13, 10 AM - 1 PM

Multipurpose Rooms

Ages 13+

Join us for our fun quarterly painting program designed to create a community of miniature and model painters! This program is open to anyone aged 13 and up. We provide the paint and venue, all you need to bring is your favorite project. Don't have a project to work on? Not to worry - we have a small selection of gaming pieces, doll house furniture, and a variety of wood and ceramic pieces to choose from (one per person).

Saturday, January 13, 11 AM - 12 PM

Children's Storytime Area, 1st Floor



Come read or tell a story to one of the Go Team therapy dogs.

Saturday, January 20, 2-4:45 PM

Board Room, 3rd Floor

For ages 16+ and adults

Registration Required

Join us at the Nampa Public Library for an adventurous afternoon of Dungeons & Dragons as we find monsters, mystery, and magic! Come choose from a selection of pre-made characters, learn how to play the game in a relaxed and fun environment, and make new friends! Players of every experience level are welcome.

Registration is required. Drop-ins are welcome to observe and play if there are open spaces.

Tuesday, January 23, 1-3:30 PM

Multipurpose Room A

Open to ages 12+ and adults

Participants should bring #4 worsted yarn, knitting needles (size 8 or 9 and/or crochet hooks size G or H). Beginners thru advanced welcome. Instruction provided!

Wednesday, January 24, 6-7 PM

Multipurpose Room B

Come learn how to grown your own microgreens that have a fun and nutritional punch. This will be a hands-on class and you will walk away with your own tray of easy to grow microgreens. Spruce up your salads and sandwiches with these little powerhouses of nutrition. 

Taught by Advanced Master Gardeners Ruth Givens and Kathy Harris

Thursday, January 25, 6-7:30 PM

Multipurpose Rooms

Ages 13+ and adults



Attention art enthusiasts! We are thrilled to invite you to attend our Multimedia Art Class where you will have the opportunity to explore various mediums and techniques to unleash your creativity. Whether you are passionate about painting, drawing with technical pens, creating collages, or experimenting with stamps, this class offers something for everyone.

Tuesday, February 6, 2-4 PM & 5-7 PM

Multipurpose Rooms

Ages 13+ and adults



If you’re looking to learn the game, or hone your craft, this is the table tennis club for you!

Stop by anytime to enjoy the wonderful sport of table tennis and meet fellow enthusiasts. All equipment is provided but feel free to bring your own paddle. 

All skill levels welcome!

*Store hours may vary depending volunteer availability

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