Storytimes near St. Joseph County Public Library

North Liberty Branch, North Liberty Meeting Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, and songs which build on practices that prepare children to learn to read. Recommended for ages 3 - 5. Families are welcome. Storytime closes when room capacity is reached.

Francis Branch, The Pasture Room

Interact with your baby while developing early reading skills through books, rhymes, songs and play. Recommended for children ages 0 – 2. Babytime closes when room capacity is reached.

Main Library, Story House

Enjoy books, rhymes, and songs which build on practices that prepare children to learn to read. Recommended for ages 3 - 5. Families are welcome. Storytime closes when room capacity is reached.

River Park Branch, River Park Meeting Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, and songs which build on practices that prepare children to learn to read. Recommended for ages 3 - 5. Families are welcome. Storytime closes when room capacity is reached.

Centre Township Branch, Large Meeting Room

A fire truck is coming to our library! Take a tour of of the truck and learn about safety from our local first responders. Weather permitting. All ages welcome. Our community partners at the Centre Township Fire and Rescue will bring a fire truck to our library. Participants can take a tour of the truck and listen to a short presentation on fire safety. This program is subject to rescheduling or cancellation due to weather. Please check the library’s website or call the library branch for updates in the case of inclement weather.

Main Library - Community Learning Center, Ballroom A,Ballroom B

Attorneys and staff from Indiana Legal Service will give free legal information, advice, and limited assistance to individuals wanting to clear their Indiana driving records. First come, first served. Bring your Driver’s License Number or your Social Security Number if you have never had a license.

Centre Township Branch, Large Meeting Room

Read and discuss a new historical fiction book each month with fellow history enthusiasts. Call Centre Branch for this month's selection (574) 251-3700.

Main Library - Community Learning Center

In this series of camp-inspired crafts, you will learn new skills using a variety of materials, tools, and crafting staples. Ages 6 - 12 Enjoy crafting in a camp-like atmosphere. The program will open with a group song followed by a short introduction to the craft of the day. Scheduled Crafts (*Subject to change*) June 11 - Pom Pom Caterpillars & Dragonflies June 18 - Plastic Canvas Designs June 25 - Bead Bugs July 2 - Macrame Keychains July 9 - Rock Painting July 16 - Friendship Bracelets

Francis Branch, The Silo Room

Do you love fantasy literature, or are you hoping to expand your reading world? Join us at The Green Dragon, a fantasy book club hosted at the Francis Branch.

LaSalle Branch, LaSalle Meeting Room

Enjoy some iced teas paired with the perfect beach reads, curated by our librarians! Leave with some great reads, a fan to keep cool during the heat, and a new summer drink obsession. Enjoy a selection of iced teas, each paired with a book that matches the flavors and tones of the tea, specially curated by our librarians! You will learn how to brew the perfect summer iced tea and hear about a selection of great summer reads. After, craft a paper fan that you can use to keep cool during the summer heat!

Main Library - Community Learning Center, Classroom A

Join us to practice your French language skills and meet others in our community learning the language! For those learning French for the first time or looking to brush up on the language, check out Mango Languages available for free with your library card!

Centre Township Branch, Large Meeting Room

This 8-week program for adults age 60+ helps increase balance & strength. Learn skills to manage falls risk & improve activity levels. Includes light exercise. Limited space, please register. A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falls Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. This 8-week program is designed to manage falls and increase activity levels in adults’ age 60+. The program emphasizes practical strategies to manage falls and includes light exercise. Offered by REAL Services, Inc. YOU WILL LEARN TO: --view falls as controllable --set goals for increasing activity make changes to reduce fall risks at home --exercise to increase strength and balance WHO SHOULD ATTEND? --Adults who are concerned about falls --Adults interested in improving balance, flexibility and strength --Adults who have fallen in the past --Adults who have restricted activities because of falling concerns

Main Library, Story House

Interact with your baby while developing early reading skills through books, rhymes, songs and play. Recommended for children ages 0 – 2. Babytime closes when room capacity is reached.

North Liberty Branch, North Liberty Meeting Room

Meet Community Health Workers and get a free health screening at our SJCPL branches! Community Health Workers will provide the following services at no cost to community members: Blood pressure check A1c check Cholesterol Panel BMI check Insurance navigation Connection to a primary care provider

Centre Township Branch, Large Meeting Room

Bring your lunch and enjoy all things Pokemon! Trade cards, play decks, join in party play or remote raids, or just meet friends and share your love of Pokémon. Tailored toward ages 6-11. -Light snacks will be provided, but please feel free to bring your lunch. -Bring your cards to show off and trade! -Vote on your favorite Pokemon!

Main Library - Community Learning Center, Ballroom (A+B Combined),Beutter-Kernan Hall,Classroom A,Classroom B,Classroom C,Classroom D,Classroom E,Classroom F,Leighton Auditorium,Richard Pfeil Family Courtyard

Celebrate 250 years of the United States of America with activities, a community art project, and performances by the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi and Riley O'Conner and Molly B. Moon. For all ages. Join us for activities that celebrate the history of the United States, including candle making, calligraphy, & the My Wish for U.S. community art project. Plus enjoy live performances from the Pokagon Band and Riley O’Connor & Molly B Moon. The movie Hamilton (2020; PG-13) will be streamed in Leighton Auditorium.

Western Branch, Western Meeting Room

¡Haz amigos mientras lees, escuchas audiolibros o podcasts y compartes tus ideas! Un espacio para descubrir historias, explorar juntos y disfrutar de grandes conversaciones. ¡Te esperamos! Make friends while reading, listening to audiobooks or podcasts, and sharing your thoughts! A space to discover stories, explore together, and enjoy great conversations. Join us!

Western Branch

Join us for a family game of la lotería, a traditional Mexican game of chance similar to bingo. Enjoy snacks and the chance to win prizes.

Francis Branch, The Pasture Room

Explore whole body movement with soft mats, ramps, and tunnels that will build muscle strength, balance, and confidence! Recommended for ages 0-2.

German Township Branch, The Black Forest Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, and songs which build on practices that prepare children to learn to read. Recommended for ages 3 - 5. Families are welcome. Storytime closes when room capacity is reached.

LaSalle Branch, LaSalle Meeting Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, and songs which build on practices that prepare children to learn to read. Recommended for ages 3 - 5. Families are welcome. Storytime closes when room capacity is reached.

Centre Township Branch, Small Meeting Room

Join for one or all three in the series! Each hands on lesson explores a new topic, boosting observation and journaling skills to deepen curiosity and connection to nature. Ages 6–11 recommended. You will get your own magnfiying glass and journal to become a Nature Detective. We will focus on a different topic each lesson and hone our observation skills while keeping notes in our nature journals. Learn how to set up your journal to help you be more curious, notice more, and have a deeper connection to nature. Discover how much there is to see when you starting looking! June 22nd - Trees: Learn about the common trees in our neighborhoods and study the trees in the courtyard up close. July 13th - Bees: Learn about pollinators. It's more than just honey bees! Go outside to observe pollinators in action. August 17th - Animal Needs: Learn about local habitats and what animals need. Look for signs of animal life by our Storywalk.

Western Branch, Western Meeting Room

Meet Community Health Workers and get a free health screening at our SJCPL branches! Community Health Workers will provide the following services at no cost to community members: Blood pressure check A1c check Cholesterol Panel BMI check Insurance navigation Connection to a primary care provider

Main Library, Story House

Calling all Dog Man fans! Join us for a party full of fun activities, crafts, and trivia straight out of the stories you love. Light snacks will be provided. Geared toward ages 6 - 11. Learn how to draw Dog Man and create your own comic, guess how many dog treats are in the mystery jar, and make a robot craft in Petey’s Secret Lab! Giveaway copies of Big Jim Believes will be available for youth patrons while supplies last.

Tutt Branch, Tutt Meeting Room

Have you heard the buzz about generative artificial intelligence (e.g., ChatGPT, Google Gemini, Claude) but aren't sure exactly what it is or why it matters? Join us for a welcoming, one-hour workshop designed to explain this new technology in everyday language. Presented by Crystal J. DeJaegher, Ph.D. (Associate Director, Teaching and Learning Technologies, University of Notre Dame).

Western Branch, Western Meeting Room

Come learn the importance of talking, singing, and playing with baby during a FREE 8 week parenting class. Babies are encouraged to attend with parent/caregiver. The Talk With Your Baby program consists of 8 modules from the curriculum, Parenting Counts, developed by the Talaris Institute™. Parenting Counts classes cover a variety of parenting topics and tips for new and expecting parents/caregivers. Classes are offered both in English and Spanish. There are 20 spots available per class, so register soon! The Talk With Your Baby program also partners with different community agencies to offer classes throughout South Bend. Contact Parent Educators at 574-631-6916 for more information.

Lakeville Branch, Lakeville Meeting Room

Sit and stitch with us at the Library! You’ll learn basics like setting up a hoop and threading needles and embroidery stitches of all shapes and sizes: straight, decorative, and knots. It’ll be a guaranteed vibe, aimed at introducing a relaxing and fun new hobby you can take with you anywhere.

Main Library, Story House

Help your child develop skills to learn to read through free and guided play using our collection of toys and early literacy materials. Recommended for ages 0-5.

Tutt Branch, Tutt Meeting Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, and songs which build on practices that prepare children to learn to read. Recommended for ages 3 - 5. Families are welcome. Storytime closes when room capacity is reached.

Francis Branch, The Pasture Room

Enjoy books, rhymes, and songs which build on practices that prepare children to learn to read. Recommended for ages 3 - 5. Families are welcome. Storytime closes when room capacity is reached.