Attention:

The Ralph Ellison Library at 2000 NE 23rd St is closed for upgrades beginning April 16. We anticipate reopening on May 6.

Week Calendar

On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.

Time	Sun (5/04)	Mon (5/05)	Tue (5/06)	Wed (5/07)	Thu (5/08)	Fri (5/09)	Sat (5/10)
All Day		This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Mother's Day Craft Take Home Kit All Day 5/5 - 5/11 Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults Bethany Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Onsite (Bethany) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programs Event Description: Mother's Day takehome craft kit. Children and their grownup will enjoy doing this craft together! Kits are available for pick up starting Monday 5/5. Limit one kit per family. Available while supplies last. Disclaimer(s) Warning: Kit contains small parts that could represent a choking hazard. It is not intended for children under 3. It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Bag. It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.
10 am			This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. Playtime 10:00am - 11:00am Birth-PreK, Kids Bethany Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Children's Area (Bethany) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes Sharing in playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills, promote learning, and discover that the library is a destination for fun! Children will have the opportunity to practice skills such as: following directions, socializing with others, using language, and using small and large muscles. Come meet new friends, bond with your little one, and explore the many resources your neighborhood library has to offer! Disclaimer(s) This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program.
11 am
12 pm
1 pm				This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Fiber Arts Group/Craft Along! 1:30pm - 3:30pm Kids, Teens, Adults Bethany Library This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany) Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies Event Description: Bring your own project and materials and knit, crochet, or sew your way through the afternoon with members of the community who share your enthusiasm for crafts. All types of fiber arts welcome!
2 pm
3 pm
4 pm		This event is in the "Kids" group. Rocket Readers 4:30pm - 6:00pm Kids Bethany Library This event is in the "Kids" group. Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help Event Description: Boost your child's reading skills with Rocket Readers (ages 5-12)! This is an in-person event where your child practice reading and comprehension skills one-on-one with volunteers.			This event is in the "Kids" group. Children Reading to Dogs 4:00pm - 5:00pm Kids Bethany Library This event is in the "Kids" group. Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Children's Area (Bethany) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Books & Reading Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library. Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
5 pm
6 pm		This event is in the "Kids" group. Virtual Rocket Readers 6:30pm - 7:00pm Kids Bethany Library Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group. Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Online (Bethany) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help Registration Required Event Description: Help improve your child's reading skills with one-on-one reading help for kids ages 5-12! Students will be paired with volunteers for 30 minute sessions via Zoom to work on reading and comprehension skills. Disclaimer(s) This event is an online event offered through video and web conferencing software. If you register for this program, you will be emailed the link to connect digitally. Please note, you may need to install an app or computer application to attend this program. If you have any issues connecting, please reach out to askalibrarian@metrolibrary.org.
7 pm		This event is in the "Kids" group. Virtual Rocket Readers 7:00pm - 7:30pm Kids Bethany Library Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group. Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Online (Bethany) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help Registration Required Event Description: Help improve your child's reading skills with one-on-one reading help for kids ages 5-12! Students will be paired with volunteers for 30 minute sessions via Zoom to work on reading and comprehension skills. Disclaimer(s) This event is an online event offered through video and web conferencing software. If you register for this program, you will be emailed the link to connect digitally. Please note, you may need to install an app or computer application to attend this program. If you have any issues connecting, please reach out to askalibrarian@metrolibrary.org. This event is in the "Kids" group. Virtual Rocket Readers 7:30pm - 8:00pm Kids Bethany Library Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group. Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Online (Bethany) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help Registration Required Event Description: Help improve your child's reading skills with one-on-one reading help for kids ages 5-12! Students will be paired with volunteers for 30 minute sessions via Zoom to work on reading and comprehension skills. Disclaimer(s) This event is an online event offered through video and web conferencing software. If you register for this program, you will be emailed the link to connect digitally. Please note, you may need to install an app or computer application to attend this program. If you have any issues connecting, please reach out to askalibrarian@metrolibrary.org.
8 pm		This event is in the "Kids" group. Virtual Rocket Readers 8:00pm - 8:30pm Kids Bethany Library Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group. Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Online (Bethany) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help Registration Required Event Description: Help improve your child's reading skills with one-on-one reading help for kids ages 5-12! Students will be paired with volunteers for 30 minute sessions via Zoom to work on reading and comprehension skills. Disclaimer(s) This event is an online event offered through video and web conferencing software. If you register for this program, you will be emailed the link to connect digitally. Please note, you may need to install an app or computer application to attend this program. If you have any issues connecting, please reach out to askalibrarian@metrolibrary.org.