Week Calendar

Learn the basics of using the Cricut and XTool machines available in the Pod Maker Area. Limit 10, email portlandpod@lfpl.org or call 502-574-1642 to register.

Learn the basics of using the equipment available in the Pod Maker Area. Limit 10, email portlandpod@lfpl.org or call 502-574-1642 to register.

Learn how to hand craft different card types throughout the year, making a card you can take (and give!). Materials provided. Space limited—email 20makerspace@lfpl.org to register.

Decorate your own jockey silk decoration to take home.

The German filmmaker Lotte Reininger created her first feature-length animated film “The Adventures of Prince Achmed” in 1926, a decade before Walt Disney’s “Snow White.” It was not her only trailblazing achievement.

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Homeschooling elementary aged kids and their families are invited to join us on Monday afternoons to explore stories, demonstrations, and activity stations centered on the week’s stupendous STEAM theme. Ages 5-11 and their families.

Do you think you can protect an egg from cracking from various heights? Test out your ideas and use materials provided to create a protective barrier for your egg and see if it holds up

Join us as we make a paper garland in time for Spring! Register: 20makerspace@lfpl.org.  Ages 16+

Drop by the Shively Library to learn anew creative skill and meet other craft enthusiasts. Every month focuses on a new project. Find your next favorite hobby!

Join us in learning a new craft such as crochet, embroidery, using a loom, or relax in a welcoming setting, bringing a craft to share.

Enjoy a weekly kids only craft time, socialize after school and make something fun to keep! Materials provided.

Crafters assemble! The finished product will be displayed in the teen area. 

Relax after class and come play an assortment of tabletop and video games provided by the Library. 

Register: 20makerspace@lfpl.org

Join us as we envision and create! Different mediums will be explored every month, including painting, collaging, clay sculpting, and more!
Ages 10-19.

Relax after class and come play an assortment of tabletop and video games provided by the Library. 

Join our after-school program at the library! Whether you're into craft projects, board games, movies, or simply socializing, there's something special waiting for you at the library! Middle and high school students, this is just for you

Join us for an afternoon craft project. We'll complete a different project each week with options for more structured and unstructured crafts. Follow our gallery of kid-created library art on Pinterest. All supplies provided.

Relax after class and come play an assortment of tabletop and video games provided by the Library. 

Join us in the Teen Space for video games, board games, and simple craft projects. For middle and high school students.

Join us at the Outpost for a weekly night of board games, video games, and snacks! 
Ages 10-19.

A weekly event for teens to hang out, enjoy snacks, play games, and other fun activities! Ages 12-18

Opportunities featuring art, gaming, books and food for middle and high school students.

Join us at Western for our weekly Teen Time meet-up! We will be engaging in a new activity each week, including arts & crafts, STEM, music, or games.

Enjoy teen space with the art cart and board games. Middle and high school students.

Help us beautify the steps and sidewalk of Shawnee Library with outdoor chalk painting! Ages 4 - 14

Lets celebrate the Spring season. Come create your own bright daffodil flowers and arrange them into a cheerful bouquet. All supplies provided - just bring your imagination. (For ages 5-12).

Learn the basics of using the Cricut and XTool machines available in the Pod Maker Area. Limit 10, email portlandpod@lfpl.org or call 502-574-1642 to register.

Enjoy light hors’d'oeuvres as you peruse community-made tiny pieces of art for exhibit and for purchase.

Enjoy light hors d'oeuvres and peruse community-made tiny pieces of art for exhibit and purchase.

Join us for Family Art Night