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Find us at @ArlingtonTXLib. Please register on our website ahead of time for Zoom or WebEx events.
CHILDRENS EVENTS IN MAY
Register for virtual events on our calendar at arlingtonlibrary.evanced.info/signup.
ONLINE KIDS CHESS CLUBVirtual - Registration Required
Join our online Chess Club on a free, kid-friendly website. For ages 6-16 years. Email Dawn.Reyes@arlingtontx.gov to sign up.
Every Monday, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
READ THIS AND THAT!Virtual - Facebook
Join us every Tuesday for middle grade fiction book series recommendations.
Every Tuesday, 12:30 p.m.
Mondays
Tuesdays
Wednesdays
CREATE HOUR Southeast Branch Library
With just a few select materials, see what wondrous work of art or invention you can create.
Every Monday, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
CREATE HOUR George W. Hawkes Downtown Library
With just a few select materials, see what wondrous work of art or invention you can create.
Every Wednesday, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
OUTDOOR CRAFT DAYSoutheast Branch Library
Come outside and create! We’ll have lots of sidewalk chalk, bubbles and a summer themed craft for kids! This is a come and go event located outside the front entrance to the library. While visiting the library, participants can pick up information about our annual summer reading challenge!
Friday, May 28, 10:30 a.m. - noon
READ THIS BOOK CLUBNortheast Branch Library
For students ages 9-12. Bring a book you loved to tell everyone about and then, we will decide what we want to read next! Registration required.
Wednesday, May 5, 4 - 5 p.m.Wednesday, May 19, 4 - 5 p.m.
Thursdays
DISCOVER STEAM Northeast Branch Library
Stop by and see what we will be doing this week! Pick up your activity and supplies for this come-and-go program.
Every Thursday, 3:30 - 5 p.m.
OUTDOORS MUSIC TIMELake Arlington Branch Library
An afternoon of songs and a musical story for children ages 2-5 outside! Enjoy classic songs, rhymes, and interactive rhythm activities. Registration required.
Every Thursday, 2 - 2:45 p.m.
VIRTUAL WORLD LANGUAGE STORYTIME MANDARIN Virtual - Registration is required
This storytime offers a great opportunity for the Kinder-1st grade students to hear Mandarin. Thursday, May 13, 5 - 5:30 p.m.
NIGHT OWLS: CREATIVE WRITING FOR TEENSVirtual - Zoom
Do you love creating new characters and developing new worlds? Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to join us for our teen creative writing program, Night Owls! Registration required.
Thursday, May 13, 7 - 8:30 p.m.Thursday, May 27, 7 - 8:30 p.m.
Fridays
LITTLE ARTGeorge W. Hawkes Downtown Library
Join us as we explore process art for chil-dren ages 0-5! The experience of creating is the most fun part of art.
Every Friday, 10 a.m. - noon
3D PENSSouthwest Branch Library
A 3D pen “draws” in mid-air, allowing you to instantly form 3D structures, which you can pick up and hold in your hand.
Every Tuesday, 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
LEGO CHALLENGELake Arlington Branch Library
Take the Lego Creative Challenge! Come in each week and see what you can build.
Every Thursday, 3:30 - 5 p.m.
See our current hours at arlingtonlibrary.org, or call (817) 459-6900 to speak to our staff.
kits for kids
Asian Voices Read to Me KitMay 5
Southwest Branch Library
Animals Read to Me KitMay 12
George W. Hawkes Downtown Library
Animals Read to Me KitMay 19
East Library and Recreation Center
These kits are designed to help you support your child’s development at home. The kit includes:
Sensory activity for ages 2-5 and a few of our favorite board or picture books.
Registration required
Marker Process ArtMay 26
Southeast Branch Library
ASIAN PACIFIC AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH
Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month with a variety of activities for all ages. Visit our calendar for more
information and to register.
ASIAN VOICES - READ TO ME BOOK KITMonday, May 3, All DayRegistration required
Southwest Branch Library
HOW TO MAKE BOBA MILK TEA - VIDEO TUTORIALMonday, May 10, 10 a.m.
on Facebook
ORIGAMI KITMonday, May 24, All Day
Registration requiredSouthwest Branch Library
HOW TO MAKE DUMPLINGS - VIDEO TUTORIALMonday, May 24, 10 a.m.
on Facebook
Discover your story! Join us to learn about all the fun activities happening this summer.
The Library and the Parks department are teaming up to share all our amazing summer programs with you! We will have games, crafts, and other activities for all ages. Come play and
learn about our summer programs!
This come-and-go event will be both inside and outside and we encourage all participants to practice social distancing during the program.
Summer Programs KickoffSATURDAY, MAY 22, 10 A.M. - NOON
East Library and Recreation Center1817 New York Ave., Arlington, TX 76010
Find us at @ArlingtonTXLib. Please register on our website ahead of time for Zoom or WebEx events.ADULT EVENTS IN MAY
CLUB DE LECTURA EN ESPAÑOLVirtual - Zoom
¡Únete a este Club de libros en español! Regístrate en nuestro calendario.
Tuesday, May 25, 7 - 8 p.m.
GOOD GROUNDS BOOK CLUBVirtual - Zoom
A “choose your own book” discussion group. Read whatever interests you, then come talk about it. All readers are welcome!
Wednesday, May 19, 11 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.
BE BOOKISH: BOOK DISCUSSIONVirtual - Zoom
Join us for Be Bookish’s book discussion of the month! We’ll discuss the books we got from the month’s Young Adult Fiction kit.
Monday, May 24, 7 - 8:00 p.m.
NIGHT OUT BOOK CLUB Virtual - Zoom
Have a Night Out In with the library! May - Meddling Kids by Edgar Cantero. Registration required.
Thursday, May 13, 7 - 8 p.m.
BE BOOKISH: A YOUNG ADULT FICTION KITGeorge W. Hawkes Downtown Library
It’s time to Be Bookish again! Each kit comes with two small activities and a book that will be checked out to you for three weeks.
Monday, May 3, 10 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
SOUTHWEST MORNING READING GROUPVirtual - Zoom
Love reading and talking about books? Join us for a monthly book discussion. Registration required.
Wednesday, May 12, 11 a.m. - noon
DIY BATH PRODUCTSSoutheast Branch Library
Learn simple bath products recipes that you can replicate at home. Supplies will be provided, attendees can bring their personal scented or essential oils to use if they wish.
Friday, May 14, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
SOUTHWEST SPINE CRACKERSVirtual - Zoom
Join the Southwest Spine Crackers on the third Thursday of each month for a lively book discussion! Registration required.
Thursday, May 20, 7 - 8 p.m.
See our current hours at arlingtonlibrary.org, or call (817) 459-6900 to speak to our staff.
GENEALOGYDROP-IN
The Genealogy and Local History Librarian is available to assist
with research at the George W. Hawkes Downtown Library.
VIRTUALGENEALOGY CLASSES
Mondays in May10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Tuesday, May 11Arlington Genealogical Society
Meeting, 6:30 p.m. on Zoom
Thursdays in May 3 - 6 p.m.
Wednesday, May 26Family Heroes - Veterans, 7:00 p.m.
on Zoom
PINCH POTS
Saturday, May 8, noon - 2 p.m.
George W. Hawkes Downtown Library
KNEE POTS
Saturday, May 15, noon - 2 p.m.
George W. Hawkes Downtown Library
MANDALA!
Saturday, May 22, noon - 2 p.m.
George W. Hawkes Downtown Library
MAKE BEADS
Wednesday, May 26, 10 - 10:30 a.m.
Virtual - Zoom
De-stress Tuesdays for Teens
4:30 P.M. ON DISCORD
Join us on Arlington Public Library’s Teen Corner Discord to de-stress and learn self-care
tips! Each week, we will be doing a different activity. Register online.
Citizenship Classes 10 week classesHistory and civicsU.S. Citizenship exam tipsIntermediate English skills are recommended
High School Equivalency14 week classesReading, writing, social studies, math and scienceStudy for GED or HiSet exam
English as a Second Language14 week classesLearn English as an adultSmall group classes
ADULT EDUCATIONSign up for free classes at
arlingtonlibrary.org/adult-education or call us at (817) 459-6912
WORK WITH THE CITY: SUPPLIER MEETINGVirtual - Zoom
Purchasing staff from AISD and the City will be available to meet with new vendors. Registration required.
Friday, May 14, 11 a.m. - noon
Register for virtual events on our calendar at arlingtonlibrary.evanced.info/signup.
VIDEO TUTORIALSON FACEBOOK
WEDNESDAYS AT 10 A.M.
Explore new art mediums and create simple projects from the comfort of your own home!
GEOMETRIC JEWELRY MAY 12
COFFEE BEAN FRAMEMAY 19
PAINT WITH MEMAY 5
LEARN THE BASICS OF PHOTO EDITINGFRIDAY, MAY 7, 11 A.M.- NOONEAST LIBRARY AND RECREATION CENTER
POP UPS!
COMPUTER CLASSES
MICROSOFT WORD 101TUESDAY, MAY 11, 10 A.M. - NOONGEORGE W. HAWKES DOWNTON LIBRARY
MICROSOFT EXCEL 101THURSDAY, MAY 13, 10- 1 P.M.GEORGE W. HAWKES DOWNTON LIBRARY
MICROSOFT WORD 201TUESDAY, MAY 18, 10 A.M. - NOONGEORGE W. HAWKES DOWNTON LIBRARY
CLASES EN ESPAÑOLSEGURIDAD EN INTERNETTUESDAY, MAY 25, 12:30 - 2:00 P.M.EAST LIBRARY AND RECREATION CENTER
BÚSQUEDA DE TRABAJOWEDNESDAY, MAY 26, 12:30 - 2:00 P.M.EAST LIBRARY AND RECREATION CENTER
CONCEPTOS BÁSICOS DE LA COMPUTADORATHURSDAY, MAY 27, 12:30 - 2:00 P.M.EAST LIBRARY AND RECREATION CENTER
MICROSOFT EXCEL 201THURSDAY, MAY 20, 10 A.M.- 1 P.M.GEORGE W. HAWKES DOWNTON LIBRARY
MICROSOFT EXCEL OPEN LABTHURSDAY, MAY 27, 10 A.M. - 1 P.M.GEORGE W. HAWKES DOWNTON LIBRARY
LEARN NEW SKILLS TO GET AHEAD AT HOME AND WORK
LASER CUTTERGeorge W. Hawkes Downtown Library
The laser cutter cuts, engraves, and scores a variety of materials including wood, acrylic, and leather to create a myriad of projects.
Saturday, May 8, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Monday, May 24, 4 - 5 p.m.
3D PRINTEREast Library and Recreation Center
People of all ages and families are invited to join us for a 3D Printing demonstration.
Tuesday, May 11, 4 - 5 p.m.
Tuesday, May 25, 4 - 5 p.m.
CLASSES AT GEORGE W. HAWKES DOWNTOWN LIBRARYTo maintain social distancing, these programs require registration. Masks
are encouraged. Participants will receive their own individual supplies. Programs for ages 18+.
SEWING: APRON PATTERN, THURSDAY, MAY 6, 4 P.M.
QUILTING MACHINE BASICSFRIDAY, MAY 7, 4 P.M.
CRICUTTHURSDAY, MAY 13, 4 P.M.
EMBROIDERY PATCHESMONDAY, MAY 10, 11:30 A.M.
MAKE WITH US!EXPLORE NEW
TECHNOLOGY FOR FREE
CROCHET CORNERSATURDAY, MAY 1, 10:30 A.M.
SATURDAY, MAY 22, 10:30 A.M.
INTRODUCTION TO CARVEYTHURSDAY, MAY 27, 4 P.M.
3D PRINTING: KEYCHAINFRIDAY, MAY 28, 4 P.M.
INTRODUCTION TO SERGERTHURSDAY, MAY 20, 4 P.M.
SEWING: APRON PATTERN, THURSDAY, MAY 6, 4 P.M.
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