Nearly half a million people walked through the Library’s doors last year. What’s the draw? Everything.
The Library is where inspiration lives. Whatever sparks your curiosity, we’ve got something for everyone. Celebrate National Library Week by visiting us any day during the week for pop-up demos that showcase hidden gems in our materials, services, and resources. Learn something new, ask questions, and uncover endless possibilities—all in one place.
Pop-Up Schedule
Sunday, April 6–Saturday, April 12
No registration required. DROP IN
Library of Things Petting Zoo
- Aspen Drive Library, 12-3 pm
- Cook Park Library, 12-3 pm
Get hands-on with the Library of Things! Stop by to explore some of the latest gadgets and gear you can borrow.
How We Prep Materials for Patron Use
- Aspen Drive Library, 10 am-12 pm
Learn about what happens behind the scenes at the Library and how we prepare books and audiovisual material for you to check out.
All-Ages Paper Craft: Book Butterfly
- Cook Park Library, 10 am-12 pm
Curious about crafting at the Library? Explore past projects and create your own beautiful book-based butterfly.
All About the eLibrary
- Aspen Drive Library, 10 am-12 pm
Take the Library with you, wherever you go! Learn how to use your CMPLD card to get access to eBooks, audiobooks, movies, TV shows, and more through the eLibrary.
RESCHEDULED Library Trivia
- Cook Park Library, 2-4 pm
Spin the wheel and test your knowledge of Cook Memorial and general library trivia for your chance at a small prize.
Local History
- Cook Park Library, 10 am-12 pm
Want to know more about your town? Are you researching your house? Learn about local history resources available at the Library.
Library Trivia
- Aspen Drive Library, 2-4 pm
Spin the wheel and test your knowledge of Cook Memorial and general library trivia for your chance at a small prize.
Meet the Bookies
- Aspen Drive Library, 2-4 pm
Curious about the hottest trends in books? Looking for a fresh crop of titles for your TBR pile? Meet our expert readers’ advisors, the Bookies, and they can create a customized reading list just for you!
CANCELED Bingo: What Do Librarians Do?
- Cook Park Library, 2-4 pm
Win Library swag and learn more about what Adult Services does through a game of bingo, while supplies last.
CANCELED Library Trivia
- Aspen Drive Library, 10 am-12 pm
Spin the wheel and test your knowledge of Cook Memorial and general library trivia for your chance at a small prize.
From Card Catalog to Digital Catalog
- Cook Park Library, 12-2 pm
Discover how finding library materials has evolved. Chat with our cataloging librarians to learn how we went from card catalogs to digital searches.
Kids & Caregivers: Fun Activities & Helpful Resources
- Aspen Drive Library, 11 am-1 pm
Learn about the many helpful and amazing free resources the Library offers to help support your child’s development, education, and love of reading. We’ll also have some fun, kid-friendly activities!
Sneak Peek of the Children’s Renewal Project
- Cook Park Library, 2-4 pm
Stop by to learn about all the exciting changes and additions for children and families at the Cook Park Library!
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Categories: Books and More, Crafting & Maker, Digital Studios, Early Childhood, eLibrary, Events, Genealogy, Kids, Library News, Local History, Podcast, Teens
Tags: Books and More, Crafting & Maker, Digital Studios, Early Childhood, eLibrary, Events, Genealogy, Kids, Library News, Local History, Podcast, Teens