Salt Lake City Public Library Events 6/10-6/15
By Saige Miller on June 10, 2019
Salt Lake City Main Public Library. Photo courtesy of Getty Images
Summer is in session! Take a trip to your local library branch and join in on the summer fun. Local libraries have something for everyone, regardless of age, ability, and level of education. So, take advantage of what your community offers!
Here are various activities taking place at the Salt Lake City Library Monday, June 10th through Friday, June 16th!
Monday, June 10th
- Parker Solar Probe
Age: Kids
Location: Sweet Branch
Time: 10:30 AM-12:30 PM
Learn about the Sun with the NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassadors! There will be three different activities that include prizes! - Space Camp
Age: 7-13
Location: Main Library
Time: 1:00 PM-2:00 PM
Join Space Camp Mon-Thurs for some space adventure! Discover all the magnificent things about the galaxy! - Arts and Crafts for Adults
Age: Adults and Seniors
Location: Main Library
Time: 2:00 PM-4:00 PM
Drop on by and spend time making a craft! - Mondays are Murder
Age: Adults and Seniors
Location: Day-Riverside Branch
Time: 7:00-8:30 PM
Join this monthly book discussion group to fulfill all of your true crime needs! Uncover facts about crimes you already knew about and get hooked on discovering stories.
Tuesday, June 11th
- Yoga Storytime and Songs
Age: Kids and Family
Location: Main Library
Time: 11:00 AM-1:00 PM
This class incorporates fitness, music, and storytelling all into one interactive class! Stretch out your bodies and mind while embarking on an adventure. - Teen Craft
Age: 11-17 only
Location: Anderson-Foothill Branch
Time: 12:00 PM-1:00 PM
Give Barbies a makeover…into Zombies… Something your teen is not going to want to miss. - Virtual Reality
Age: Family
Location: Chapman Branch
Time: 2:00 PM-4:00 PM
Take your mind for a little trip! Virtual reality is a space where get creative, take out your anger, and interact with objects around you! - Father’s Day Card Making
Age: Everyone of all ages!
Location: Day-Riverside Branch
Time: 4:00 PM-5:30 PM
Celebrate Father’s Day with a card made with love! All supplies will be provided.
Wednesday, June 12th
- Drum Bus
Age: Kids, Tweens, and Family
Location: Day-Riverside
Time: 12:00 PM-1:00 PM
Drum circle on wheels! Drums and instruction will be provided. Come jam out! - Kidding Around Yoga
Age: Kids
Location: Marmalade Branch
Time: 1:00 PM-2:00 PM
Get your kiddo moving with music, games, and other activities! - Robotics Series
Age: Tweens
Location: Main Library
Time: 4;00 PM-5:00 PM
Learn all about robots! If you’d like to attend the whole series, make sure to register online! - Concerts by the Creek
Age: Everyone!
Location: Anderson-Foothill Branch
Time: 7:00 PM-7:45 PM
Listen to Country, Folk, and Bluegrass with the whole family! If you’re really feeling the music, get up and start busting a move!
Thursday, June 13th
- Yarn Social
Age: Teens, Adults, and Seniors
Location: Day-Riverside Branch
Time: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Become knit tight with fellow yarn crafters! Bring your own supplies, or use the supplies offered by the library. - Make Your Own Moon Sand
Age: Kids and Tweens
Location: Day-Riverside
Time: 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
Learn about the moon and its relationship with the Earth! Your kids will have something to keep them easily entertained for at least 2 hours! - Zumba Kids
Age: 5 and up
Location: Main Library
Time: 2:00 PM-3:00 PM
Get your kids moving with kid-friendly dance routines! - Magic with Paul Brewer
Age: Kids
Location: Chapman Branch
Time: 3:00 PM-4:00 PM
Enjoy a magic show with a magician who has been in the business for 30 years!
Friday, June 14th
- Rooftop Yoga
Age: Tweens, Teens, Adults, and Seniors
Location: Main Library
Time: 7:00 AM-8:00 AM
All ages and all experience levels are welcome to stretch it out on the roof with Salt Lake Power Yoga. Free and open to the community! Must register and get there early to guarantee a spot. - Tween Book Club
Age: Tweens and Teens
Location: Day-Riverside Branch
Time: 1:00 PM-2:00 PM
Book club meets bi-monthly to talk about great young adult read. Activities and snacks will be provided. - Escape Room
Age: Tweens and Teens
Location: Marmalade Branch
Time: 2:00 PM-4:00 PM
Work together to attempt to break out of this space themed escape room! - Trivia Night at the Leonardo
Age: Teens, Adults, and Seniors
Location: The Leonardo Museum
Time: 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
Test your brain, learn new fun facts, and hang out with friends! Trivia night happens the second Friday of each month.
Saturday, June 15th
- Gardening Workshop
Age: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Location: Day-Riverside Branch
Time: 10:30 AM-12:00 PM
Learn how to plant, grow, and nourish your own garlic! - 3D Printing Club
Age: Tweens, Teens, and Family
Location: Marmalade Branch
Time: 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
Learn all about 3D printing through hands-on experience! After every workshop, you’ll be able to take home your own 3D craft. - SLC Ballet
Age: Everyone!
Location: Main Library
Time: 2:00 PM-3:00 PM
The SLC Ballet will perform excerpts from The Sleeping Beauty! Bring the kids to inspire them, take yourself on a date the ballet, or enjoy the show with a pal. - Paint Along: The Starry Night
Age: Adults
Location: Sweet Branch
Time: 2:00 PM-4:30 PM
Always wanted to take a wack at Vincent Van Gogh’s Starry Night? Finally, start painting with a step by step tutorial at the library!
These are not all of the events taking place. Look at the Salt Lake City Public Library website for a full list of events offered this week! If you live outside the county, make sure to look at your local library’s website to see what activities they offer!
