Upcoming Events

End Fall Break with a BANG at our Fall Carnival! Join the youth staff for crafts, caramel apples, games, and more! This program This program will be come and go, and is made possible by the Friends of First Colony Branch Library.

Join us as we celebrate Fall with temporary tattoos, a monster scavenger hunt, crafts and games.

For the whole family.

Discover the joy of chess in a friendly community! Whether you're here to practice, share tips, or simply enjoy the game, you'll find a great atmosphere for learning and connecting with other enthusiasts. No registration required.

Confused About Medicare Options? Dilip John from the Financial Literacy Advocate will help you understand the complexities of Medicare, your choices, and how to avoid costly mistakes.

What You Will Learn:

Get ready for an afternoon of creativity and fall fun! Join us for hands-on craft stations where you can make painted pumpkins, leaf art, mini scarecrows, and more. Enjoy festive music, cozy autumn decor, and take home your handmade treasures!

Let’s bring it back to the classic that started it all, in honor of Banned Books Week. This month’s showing features the intrepid Harry as he begins his path at a school for wizards, just in time for the new show.

Looking to bring home a spooky little friend? Join us at First Colony to make air dry clay ghost (complete with a little tea light inside).

Join the spirit of the season by decorating a fall lantern. The lantern you design in the program is yours to take home. This program is free to attend.

Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice: Vegas Edition 

A Gamble of Justice and Betrayal—Sin City Style 

Mother Goose Time provides caregiver/infant multi-sensory circle-time activities -- including simple sign language, folksongs and lullabies, and finger plays -- that are especially designed to stimulate babies’ social, emotional, and physical deve

Join us for Spooky Science Experiments! All supplies will be provided.

For children in grades 4-8.  Space is limited to first 20 participants. We are unable to accommodate daycares and school groups. 

Celebrate the Festival of Lights with an afternoon of colorful creativity for everyone! Join us for Diya painting, rangoli art, paper lanterns, and more, with festive music and decor.

Join us at University Branch Library for fun featuring food!  Culinary Club is a monthly potluck and recipe exchange.  Join us as we sample each other’s creations, discuss our recipes and share our experiences in the kitchen!  Cook

Need tech help? Our tech savvy library staff is available to assist you with email, internet, and e-reader questions. Bring your personal device. Registration not required.

The Teacher in the Library after-school homework help program welcomes students of all ages to drop by and get homework help from certified teachers.

The Teacher in the Library after-school homework help program welcomes students of all ages to drop by and get homework help from certified teachers.

The Teacher in the Library after-school homework help program welcomes students of all ages to drop by and get homework help from certified teachers.

The Teacher in the Library after-school homework help program welcomes students of all ages to drop by and get homework help from certified teachers.

The Teacher in the Library after-school homework help program welcomes students of all ages to drop by and get homework help from certified teachers.

If you enjoy drawing or making art be sure to join us every 3rd Monday of the month for the Mamie George (MG) Drawing Club.  We will have a variety of art supplies and paper for you to choose from and try out, or you could bring your own sket

Teen Financial Literacy Series

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families. This 30-minute program will conclude with an age appropriate take-home craft activity. Pajamas and blankets are welcome!

Stories, songs, action rhymes, and a movie for families with children of all ages. This program will conclude with an age-appropriate craft activity. Pajamas and blankets are welcome!

English-language learners of any level, join us for this opportunity to practice casual conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment.  

Registration is not required, but space is limited, so please come early.