During the hot summer days, the public library has your best interest at heart. They’re providing a nice, air-conditioned space, that has mounds of activities for people of all ages!
And let’s not forget libraries have BOOKS! SO MANY BOOKS! Such a cool place to be this time of year. Keep yourself and those around you entertained–go check out what your local library has to offer!
Monday, July 8th
- Zumba Kids
Age: 5 & up
Time: 1:00 PM-2:00 PM
Location: Marmalade Branch
Start the week off on the right foot! Come bring your kids to Zumba. Get them movin’ and groovin’ while playing games! - DYAD Reading
Age: 7-10
Time: 1:00 PM-2:00 PM
Location: Anderson-Foothill Branch
DYAD is a program to help struggling readers improve their skills! They’ll be able to pick
a fun book while working with an advanced reader. - Arts and Crafts for Adults
Age: Adults & Seniors
Time: 2:00 PM-4:00 PM
Location: Main Library
Pop on by and get your creative juices flowing! Start a new project or work on a current one. Come hang out, chat, and make some crafts! - Password Management and Authentication
Age: Teens, adults & seniors
Time: 4:00 PM-5:00 PM
Location: Main Library
With technology advancing, it’s important to know the steps you can take to protect your accounts and identity. The library is hooking you up with all the need to know tricks for free!
Tuesday, July, 9th
- Buzz on Bees
Age: Kids
Time: 2:00-3:00 PM
Location: Anderson-Foothill Branch
Get up close and personal with our fuzzy friends! Nature in the City is coming to the library to teach kids all about bees through an interactive and environment. - Music and Movement
Age: Preschoolers
Time: 2:00 PM-3:00 PM
Location: Glendale Branch
Preschoolers will experience the joy of jazz music during this class! Kiddos will play with instruments, practice their rhythm, and explore their musical talents. Taught by an experienced music educator! - Large Scale RPG
Age: Tweens & teens
Time: 4:00 PM-5:00 PM
Location: Glendale Branch
What if you became the game? Put yourself inside the game to test your skills with some Live Action Role Playing! - Dungeons and Dragons for Beginners
Age: Teens & adults
Time: 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Location: Sweet Branch
Experience another world. Escape from reality. D&D will teach you so much more than how to have fun. Learn how to play D&D with other beginners!
Wednesday, July 10th
- Earth Rocks! With Tracey Aviary
Age: Kids
Time: 1:00 PM-2:00 PM
Location: Main Library
The coolest thing about rocks is that they’re everywhere you look! Nature in the City is back to take kids on a journey to find rocks and learn about them, too. - Alien World
Age: Family
Time: 2:00 PM-3:00 PM
Location: Day-Riverside Branch
The while alien family can create funky outer space themed projects! Finally, the Jetsons is becoming real life! - Cricut Workshop–Coaster Tiles
Age: Kids, tweens, teens, adults & seniors
Time: 3:00 PM-4:00 PM
Location: Main Library
Everyone loves a good coaster! Come learn how to use a Cricut to feed all your crafty needs. - Concert by the Creek
Age: Family
Time: 7:00 PM-7:45
Location: Anderson-Foothill Branch
Libraries are a great resource for local musicians to gain recognition! Bring a few snacks, a blanket or two, and come listen to some local Blue Grass music!
Thursday, July 11th
- Storytime in the Park
Age: Babies, toddlers, kids, & family
Time: 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
Location: Marmalade Branch
The whole family can participate with storytime while using your five sense! Meet at the library - DIY Galaxy Slime
Age: Kids & tweens
Time: 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
Location: Day-Riverside Branch
Keep the kids entertained! Bring them to this class so they can make their own galaxy goo! - Stop-Motion-Animation Space Film
Age: Tweens & teens
Time: 2:00 PM-3:30 PM
Location: Sweet Branch
Is your teen interested in film? The library has a way for them to explore their interests! They will create their own space-themed movie this week! - Town Hall Series
Age: Adults
Time: 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
Location: Marmalade Branch
This series is all about increasing community involvement and conversation! If you live in the Marmalade District, come talk about the issues that impact your life.
Friday, July 12th
- Rooftop Yoga
Age: Tweens, teens. adults & seniors
Time: 7:00 AM-8:00 AM
Location: Main Library
You’ll be ready for the weekend after stretching out the week with Salt Lake Power Yoga. There’s no better start the day than on top of a roof! Registration is required. Snag your spot now! - Tween Book Club
Age: Tween & teens
Time: 1:00 PM-2:00 PM
Location: Day-Riverside Branch
Teens will be discussing the book ‘No Fixed Address’ by Susin Nielsen! Come to the group to talk about your favorite young adult reads. Oh, and snack will be provided! - Manga and Anime Club
Age: Tweens & teens
Time: 3:00 PM-4:00 PM
Location: Glendale Branch
Manga and anime introduce readers to a world they’ve never seen! Join the club if you’re curious or current fans of Anime. - Trivia Night at the Leonardo
Age: Teens, adults & seniors
Time: 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
Location: The Leonardo Mueasume
Need something fun to do Friday night? Look no further! Test your knowledge on certain topics while enjoying great food with friends!
Saturday, 13th
- Pasos Sencillos Para Iniciar Tu Negocio
Age: Adults
Time: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM
Location: Day-Riverside Branch
Una serie de talleres mensuales que lo ayudarán a iniciar y fomentar su pequeña empresa. Se reunirá con mentores y aprenderá las claves del éxito. En asociación con Salt Lake SCORE. - Summer Writing Workshop
Age: Adults
Time: 2:00 PM-4:00 PM
Location: Day-Riverside Branch
Have you been needing to touch up your resume or curious about how to build a cover letter? The library is here to help! Come to this workshop to get you one step closer to landing your dream job. - Drama Workshop
Age: Kids
Time: 2:00 PM-3:00 PM
Location: Chapman Branch
Can your kid act a little dramatic? The library is giving the little one’s space for them to be as over the top as they’d like! - Painting the Cosmos
Age: 10-17
Time: 2:00 PM-3:30 PM
Location: Glendale Branch
Painting with a Twist is coming to the library to teach teens how to paint a space-themed piece of art! You’re not going to want to miss this.
The activities listed don’t even scratch the surface of what the SLCPL branches have to offer! Look here for a full event list for this week. If you don’t live in Salt Lake City, this is a great reminder to visit your local library!