Author: Kim Brumgard

Friday, July 11th from 1:30-2:30 p.m. Summer Dance Party Lets rock out to some catchy tunes using shaky eggs, scarves, and bean bags. We’ll take a “Book Break” along the way. Parachute, anyone? Family

Saturday, July 12th at 10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., & 2:00 p.m. Nitro Joe’s Science Show A fast-paced, high energy science presentation for all ages. Registration required. Please call, 636-390-1070, to register for one of the three shows. All Ages

Wednesday, July 16th from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Adult Paint Party 2 (Repeat of June event). Create a masterpiece under the guidance of our paint instructor. All supplies provided. Registration begins Tuesday, May 27th. Call 636-390-1070 to register.

Friday, July 18th from 3:00-5:00 p.m. Teen Paint & Pizza Party Create an original masterpiece under the guidance of our paint instructor. Materials will be supplied. Registration begins Tuesday, May 27th. Call 636-390-1070 to register. Ages 12 & Up

Thursday, May 8th at 6:30 p.m. Author talk and book signing sponsored by Friends of the Washington Public Library. Adult

Friday, May 23rd at 4:00 p.m. How to Speak Cat Two-thirds of Americans own a pet. Of those households, 46 million own cats. Learning how to properly care for a pet is important to their well-being and owning a pet can contribute to the well-being of their humans. Join us as Grace Appell helps you to better understand your cat companions. All Ages

Friday, May 30th from 6:00-8:00 p.m. The groovy colors of the Bubble Bus bring a sudsy show and happy tunes to our celebration of the start of summer. The library’s main parking lot will be blocked off to accommodate escapades for the entire family, including games and crafts. Dr. Jennifer Kephart, the SDOW superintendent, is going to debut a new book series she has created called the Captain Jay Flying Adventure Series. Join us for 3 storytime sessions at Neighborhood Reads in the bookstore backyard — 6:30, 7:00 and 7:30. This event is in partnership with Neighborhood Reads, Friends of the WPL, and The Community Literacy Foundation. All Ages

May 1st-4th Lightsaber Make & Take Prepare for May the 4th by stopping by the library’s make & take station to design your very own lightsaber. Fun for all ages while supplies last! Family

Tuesday, May 6th from 6:00-7:00 p.m. Puzzle Race 3 Form a group of one to six friends, and race to be the first team to complete the same 500-piece puzzle in 60 minutes. Please have ONE person call the library to register for the whole team. Registration begins Monday, April 28th. Call the library at 636-390-1070 to register. Adult

Wednesday, May 7th from 6:00-7:00 p.m. Rachel O’Halloran field specialist in nutrition and health for MU Extensions will join us for a live demonstration and presentation all about healthy cooking. Registration begins Monday, April 28th. Call the library at 636-390-1070 to register. Adult