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Sensory Story Time

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Books and Reading, Early Learning
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age

Children and caregivers are invited to a story time that is designed for attendees with multi-sensory needs including low lights, reduced sounds, and opportunities for social interaction and play.

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Story Time in the Park: Bever Park

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 11:30am - 1:30pm
Offsite
Program Type:
Family Programs, Games and Activities
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teen, Adult

Enjoy a story time for all ages in the park! Then stick around for library activities and giveaways with the Mobile Technology Lab, sign up for the Summer Reading Program, and hang out with our friends at the Rollin' Recmobile. 

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This event is in the "School Age" group
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Young at Harp Concert

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Library Commons at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Special Performances
Age Group:
School Age, Teen, Adult

Local harp ensemble Young at Harp will play a free concert of lovely Renaissance music in the Library Commons. All are welcome to enjoy this unique experience!

This event is in the "Adult" group

Chair Yoga

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Beems Auditorium A at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Games and Activities
Age Group:
Adult

Join us for a beginner level chair yoga class. Tammy Bayer of Toula Yoga will adapt the class as needed to fit your needs and mobility levels. 

Registration Required
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

How to Impress at your Job Interview

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Opportunity Center Classroom at Ladd Library
Program Type:
Job Skills Training, Opportunity Center
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

A successful job interview can be the key to unlocking new career opportunities, and preparation is essential.

This event is in the "School Age" group
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Creative Build

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beems Auditorium B at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies, Family Programs
Age Group:
School Age, Teen, Adult

Join us to learn how to build structures with materials you can find around the house!

This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Tango Práctica

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Whipple Auditorium at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Games and Activities
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Join us weekly for Tango Práctica (practice), where you will learn the basic steps of Tango and grow your skills in an encouraging, welcoming group. No partner required. Smooth-soled shoes recommended.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group

Baby & Toddler Story Time

Friday, July 25, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Ladd Library Community Room at Ladd Library
Program Type:
Books and Reading, Early Learning
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers

A 15-minute story and song program for newborns to three-year-olds, followed by a 45-minute playtime. 

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

Expressive Arts with Tanager

Friday, July 25, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies, Early Learning, Family Programs, Games and Activities
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age

Arts, movement, and music for youth and their caregivers. This program is geared to pre-K to second graders. 

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This event is in the "School Age" group
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Story Time in the Park: Redmond Park

Friday, July 25, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Offsite
Program Type:
Family Programs, Games and Activities
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teen, Adult

Enjoy a story time for all ages in the park! Then stick around for library activities and giveaways with the Mobile Technology Lab, sign up for the Summer Reading Program, and hang out with our friends at the Rollin' Recmobile. 

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This event is in the "School Age" group
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Friday Afternoon Magic

Friday, July 25, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Children's Program Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies, Games and Activities
Age Group:
School Age, Teen, Adult

Our Trading Card Game Club returns with Friday Afternoon Magic. Join us for a casual game of 60-card Magic: The Gathering (Pauper format, but you may include uncommon cards), or meet up for some casual Commander (Bracket 1-3).

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This event is in the "School Age" group
This event is in the "Teen" group
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Story Time in the Park: Cleveland Park

Friday, July 25, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Offsite
Program Type:
Family Programs, Games and Activities
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teen, Adult

Enjoy a story time for all ages in the park! Then stick around for library activities and giveaways with the Mobile Technology Lab, sign up for the Summer Reading Program, and hang out with our friends at the Rollin' Recmobile. 

Offsite Event
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

Books & Blocks

Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Ladd Library Community Room at Ladd Library
Program Type:
Books and Reading, Early Learning
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool

Join us for a short story time followed by free play time to explore and engage with our big blue blocks.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Corridor Games on Demand: Community Game Day

Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Conference Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Games and Activities
Age Group:
Adult

Come play some tabletop games with us! Bring your favorite indie RPG to share with the group or try a new game that one of our GMs has prepared. No experience necessary. 

Cancelled
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

Early Learning Story Time

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Ladd Library Community Room at Ladd Library
Program Type:
Early Learning
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool

Join us for a fun-filled story time for children ages 2-5, featuring stories, songs, and interactive activities. 

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

Tom Pease: Children's Musician

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Beems Auditorium A/B at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Special Performances
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age

Singer, songwriter, and recording artist Tom Pease entertains with great music and audience participation that will have you rockin' and rollin' like no other performance.  

This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Future Forward: Skills for Career Success

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Opportunity Center Classroom at Ladd Library
Program Type:
Job Skills Training, Opportunity Center
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Get ready to unlock your potential and take the next step in your career!

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This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group
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Story Time in the Park: Jacolyn Park

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 11:30am - 1:30pm
Offsite
Program Type:
Family Programs, Games and Activities
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teen, Adult

Enjoy a story time for all ages in the park! Then stick around for library activities and giveaways with the Mobile Technology Lab, sign up for the Summer Reading Program, and hang out with our friends at the Rollin' Recmobile. 

Offsite Event
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

Tom Pease: Children's Musician

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Beems Auditorium A/B at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Special Performances
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age

Singer, songwriter, and recording artist Tom Pease entertains with great music and audience participation that will have you rockin' and rollin' like no other performance.  

This event is in the "Adult" group

Computer Skills Training

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Opportunity Center Classroom at Ladd Library
Program Type:
Job Skills Training, Opportunity Center
Age Group:
Adult

Computer Skills Training 

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

Tom Pease: Children's Musician

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ladd Library Community Room at Ladd Library
Program Type:
Special Performances
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age

Singer, songwriter, and recording artist Tom Pease entertains with great music and audience participation that will have you rockin' and rollin' like no other performance.  

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Blender Bike Adventure

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Beems Auditorium A/B at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Family Programs, Games and Activities
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teen, Adult

Linn County Extension will present an interactive demonstration of the Blender Bike, which uses pedal power to make healthy snacks like hummus and smoothies.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Story Time in the Park: Noelridge Park

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 9:00am - 11:00am
Offsite
Program Type:
Family Programs, Games and Activities
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teen, Adult

Enjoy a story time for all ages in the park! Then stick around for library activities and giveaways with the Mobile Technology Lab, sign up for the Summer Reading Program, and hang out with our friends at the Rollin' Recmobile. 

Offsite Event
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Craft Your Perfect Resume

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Opportunity Center at Ladd Library
Program Type:
Job Skills Training, Opportunity Center
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Your resume is your ticket to opening doors to new career opportunities.