
Youth Chess
Casual drop-in chess welcomes players ages 8–17, from beginners to experienced strategists. Boards and pieces are provided for relaxed games, skill-building, and meeting fellow young players.
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Casual, drop-in chess welcomes players ages 8–17, from beginners to experienced strategists, with boards and pieces provided. Curiosity and a love of the game are all that’s needed for friendly play.

Casual, drop-in chess welcomes players ages 8–17, from beginners to experienced strategists, with boards and pieces provided. Curiosity and a love of the game are all that’s needed for friendly play.
Casual, drop-in chess welcomes players ages 8–17, from beginners to experienced strategists, with boards and pieces provided. Curiosity and a love of the game are all that’s needed for friendly play.

Casual chess matches and informal instruction welcome players of every skill level and age in a friendly, all-ages atmosphere. No registration is needed; children under 11 must arrive with an adult.

Casual chess matches and informal instruction welcome players of every skill level and age in a friendly, all-ages atmosphere. No registration is needed; children under 11 must arrive with an adult.
Casual chess matches and informal instruction welcome players of every skill level and age in a friendly, all-ages atmosphere. No registration is needed; children under 11 must arrive with an adult.

Young players learn chess fundamentals, watch a live demonstration game, and may try hands-on play if time allows. Designed for ages 8–13, with advance registration required.

Young players learn chess fundamentals, watch a live demonstration game, and may try hands-on play if time allows. Designed for ages 8–13, with advance registration required.
Young players learn chess fundamentals, watch a live demonstration game, and may try hands-on play if time allows. Designed for ages 8–13, with advance registration required.

Casual chess play brings newcomers and experienced players together for friendly matches, with boards ready for partners or solo observers. All ages and skill levels are welcome.

Casual chess play brings newcomers and experienced players together for friendly matches, with boards ready for partners or solo observers. All ages and skill levels are welcome.
Casual chess play brings newcomers and experienced players together for friendly matches, with boards ready for partners or solo observers. All ages and skill levels are welcome.

Young children create personalized rock art with colorful designs, then add their creations to a growing community Rock Snake. Designed for ages three to six; registration is required.

Young children create personalized rock art with colorful designs, then add their creations to a growing community Rock Snake. Designed for ages three to six; registration is required.
Young children create personalized rock art with colorful designs, then add their creations to a growing community Rock Snake. Designed for ages three to six; registration is required.

Build reading confidence through one-on-one practice aloud with Toddy, a therapy dog, in a welcoming library setting. Appointment-based sessions support elementary-aged children and adults developing literacy skills.

Build reading confidence through one-on-one practice aloud with Toddy, a therapy dog, in a welcoming library setting. Appointment-based sessions support elementary-aged children and adults developing literacy skills.
Build reading confidence through one-on-one practice aloud with Toddy, a therapy dog, in a welcoming library setting. Appointment-based sessions support elementary-aged children and adults developing literacy skills.

Turn wooden boards, nails, and colorful string into autumn pumpkin artwork in a hands-on creative workshop for teens ages 11–17. Registration is required.

Turn wooden boards, nails, and colorful string into autumn pumpkin artwork in a hands-on creative workshop for teens ages 11–17. Registration is required.
Turn wooden boards, nails, and colorful string into autumn pumpkin artwork in a hands-on creative workshop for teens ages 11–17. Registration is required.

Casual, self-directed Mahjong play gives adults a welcoming place to practice, socialize, and enjoy tabletop strategy; bring a set or use the library’s available Mahjong set.

Casual, self-directed Mahjong play gives adults a welcoming place to practice, socialize, and enjoy tabletop strategy; bring a set or use the library’s available Mahjong set.
Casual, self-directed Mahjong play gives adults a welcoming place to practice, socialize, and enjoy tabletop strategy; bring a set or use the library’s available Mahjong set.

Learn Mahjong basics with an instructor, then practice tile strategy in a relaxed, social game session. Beginners are welcome; bring a set if you have one.

Learn Mahjong basics with an instructor, then practice tile strategy in a relaxed, social game session. Beginners are welcome; bring a set if you have one.
Learn Mahjong basics with an instructor, then practice tile strategy in a relaxed, social game session. Beginners are welcome; bring a set if you have one.

Teen adventurers ages 10–18 gather for a monthly Dungeons & Dragons tabletop roleplaying session at the library. Registration is required, with six spaces available and a waitlist for overflow.

Teen adventurers ages 10–18 gather for a monthly Dungeons & Dragons tabletop roleplaying session at the library. Registration is required, with six spaces available and a waitlist for overflow.
Teen adventurers ages 10–18 gather for a monthly Dungeons & Dragons tabletop roleplaying session at the library. Registration is required, with six spaces available and a waitlist for overflow.

Relaxed afternoon board games, cards, and Mahjong welcomes adults to bring a favorite or choose from the library’s collection for casual play and conversation.

Relaxed afternoon board games, cards, and Mahjong welcomes adults to bring a favorite or choose from the library’s collection for casual play and conversation.
Relaxed afternoon board games, cards, and Mahjong welcomes adults to bring a favorite or choose from the library’s collection for casual play and conversation.

Settle in for a relaxed tabletop game night with friends or new opponents, choosing from a small selection of games or bringing a favorite to share. Open to teens and adults.

Settle in for a relaxed tabletop game night with friends or new opponents, choosing from a small selection of games or bringing a favorite to share. Open to teens and adults.
Settle in for a relaxed tabletop game night with friends or new opponents, choosing from a small selection of games or bringing a favorite to share. Open to teens and adults.
All-ages Dungeons & Dragons night in a cozy board game café with a supportive DM to clarify rules and keep the story moving. Welcoming table for new and experienced adventurers to roleplay, collaborate, and roll dice together.
All-ages Dungeons & Dragons night in a cozy board game café with a supportive DM to clarify rules and keep the story moving. Welcoming table for new and experienced adventurers to roleplay, collaborate, and roll dice together.
All-ages Dungeons & Dragons night in a cozy board game café with a supportive DM to clarify rules and keep the story moving. Welcoming table for new and experienced adventurers to roleplay, collaborate, and roll dice together.

Observe red wiggler worms working in a library bin, then learn the basics of vermicomposting and food scrap recycling. A hands-on environmental learning program for children ages 5–11.

Observe red wiggler worms working in a library bin, then learn the basics of vermicomposting and food scrap recycling. A hands-on environmental learning program for children ages 5–11.
Observe red wiggler worms working in a library bin, then learn the basics of vermicomposting and food scrap recycling. A hands-on environmental learning program for children ages 5–11.

Collaborative tabletop role-playing invites teens ages 12–18 to build characters, explore imaginative worlds, and take on Dungeons & Dragons adventures together. Players of all experience levels are welcome.

Collaborative tabletop role-playing invites teens ages 12–18 to build characters, explore imaginative worlds, and take on Dungeons & Dragons adventures together. Players of all experience levels are welcome.
Collaborative tabletop role-playing invites teens ages 12–18 to build characters, explore imaginative worlds, and take on Dungeons & Dragons adventures together. Players of all experience levels are welcome.

A welcoming, beginner-friendly trading card game meetup invites players ages 9–15 to learn, test strategies, and trade cards with friends. Free cards are provided for every attendee.

A welcoming, beginner-friendly trading card game meetup invites players ages 9–15 to learn, test strategies, and trade cards with friends. Free cards are provided for every attendee.
A welcoming, beginner-friendly trading card game meetup invites players ages 9–15 to learn, test strategies, and trade cards with friends. Free cards are provided for every attendee.

Roll dice, build characters, and collaborate on an imaginative Dungeons & Dragons adventure in a welcoming tabletop roleplaying session for ages 12–18, with all skill levels welcome.

Roll dice, build characters, and collaborate on an imaginative Dungeons & Dragons adventure in a welcoming tabletop roleplaying session for ages 12–18, with all skill levels welcome.
Roll dice, build characters, and collaborate on an imaginative Dungeons & Dragons adventure in a welcoming tabletop roleplaying session for ages 12–18, with all skill levels welcome.

Teens ages 11–17 gather for Root, an asymmetric woodland strategy board game of rival factions, tactical choices, and shifting alliances. A welcoming homeschool meetup invites players to think ahead and play together.

Teens ages 11–17 gather for Root, an asymmetric woodland strategy board game of rival factions, tactical choices, and shifting alliances. A welcoming homeschool meetup invites players to think ahead and play together.
Teens ages 11–17 gather for Root, an asymmetric woodland strategy board game of rival factions, tactical choices, and shifting alliances. A welcoming homeschool meetup invites players to think ahead and play together.

Tweens ages 10–12 gather for Dungeons & Dragons tabletop roleplaying, with all skill levels welcome. Advance registration is required for this age-specific library gaming session.

Tweens ages 10–12 gather for Dungeons & Dragons tabletop roleplaying, with all skill levels welcome. Advance registration is required for this age-specific library gaming session.
Tweens ages 10–12 gather for Dungeons & Dragons tabletop roleplaying, with all skill levels welcome. Advance registration is required for this age-specific library gaming session.

Teen players ages 12–18 create collaborative fantasy adventures through Dungeons & Dragons, with no prior experience needed. Advance registration is required, and participants may choose one monthly team.

Teen players ages 12–18 create collaborative fantasy adventures through Dungeons & Dragons, with no prior experience needed. Advance registration is required, and participants may choose one monthly team.
Teen players ages 12–18 create collaborative fantasy adventures through Dungeons & Dragons, with no prior experience needed. Advance registration is required, and participants may choose one monthly team.