Tweens

Upcoming events

Thursday, June 20, 2024 - 4:00pm

Meeting Room A

Don't just learn science - DO science with the UI Science Booster Club! This event is for 3rd-6th graders.

Tweens Science & Technology

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 - 4:00pm

Storytime Room

Ever wonder how the brain works, why we feel emotions, or where memories are stored? Join West High students Flora and Tina for hands-on lessons about psychology, the scientific study of the mind. Build a model of the brain, learn about how it...

Tweens Science & Technology

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 - 2:30pm

Meeting Room A, Meeting Room B, Meeting Room C

Sparkles is an adaptive and inclusive cheer and dance team for students with and without disabilities. Join members of City High and UI Sparkles to watch a performance, learn some cheer terminology and movements, and learn a short cheer routine to...

Adults Teens Tweens Kids

Thursday, June 27, 2024 - 4:00pm

Meeting Room A, Meeting Room B, Meeting Room C

You've just been recruited as a backup dancer for Taylor Swift's new tour! Professional dance instructor Miss Liz from Life's Your Stage Dance Company will teach you new choreography for one of Taylor's most popular songs to...

Tweens Gaming & Pop Culture

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 - 4:00pm

Storytime Room

Ever wonder how the brain works, why we feel emotions, or where memories are stored? Join West High students Flora and Tina for hands-on lessons about psychology, the scientific study of the mind. Build a model of the brain, learn about how it...

Tweens Science & Technology

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 - 2:30pm

Meeting Room A

Drop in for casual gaming using big, oversized versions of games like Connect 4, bowling, Jenga, UNO, and others. This program is intended for people of all ages who are neurodivergent, or who experience intellectual or developmental disabilities.

Adults Teens Tweens Kids

Saturday, July 6, 2024 - 3:00pm

Storytime Room

Known for her vibrant and cheerful paintings of landscapes, plants, and animals inspired by her Nova Scotia surroundings, Maud Lewis’ iconic folk art is celebrated around the world. In addition to creating paintings for sale, Lewis completely...

Tweens Kids Arts & Crafting

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 - 4:00pm

Storytime Room

Ever wonder how the brain works, why we feel emotions, or where memories are stored? Join West High students Flora and Tina for hands-on lessons about psychology, the scientific study of the mind. Build a model of the brain, learn about how it...

Tweens Science & Technology

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 - 2:30pm

Meeting Room A, Meeting Room B, Meeting Room C

Frosting and sprinkle choices will allow you to create a custom cookie to your taste! Then join in at craft stations including button making, beaded bracelet making, and more. This program is intended for people of all ages who are neurodivergent,...

Adults Teens Tweens Kids

Thursday, July 11, 2024 - 10:00am

Meeting Room A, Meeting Room B, Meeting Room C

Today is "Animal Meet & Greet Day!" Our favorite library guests are back! Local residents of the Blank Park Zoo will make an appearance, and a zoo expert will tell us about the animals and answer any questions you have. Stop by...

Tweens Kids Families Nature & Gardening