Library Events for the Week of July 10
Parenting Cottage Storytime at Mahon Library
Monday, July 10
10:30 to 11:30 AM
Join us for a special storytime at Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street. Each family will receive a free copy of the book “Fourth of July Mice” by Bethany Roberts while supplies last courtesy of the Parenting Cottage. For more information, call 806-775-2835.
Family LEGO Afternoon at Groves Branch Library
Monday, July 10
1:00 to 2:30 PM
Join us and use your imagination to create items made out of LEGOs! LEGOs will be provided. This program is for families with children ages 3 and up at Groves Branch Library, 5520 19th Street. For more information, call 806-767-3733.
Learn to Knit and Crochet at Groves Branch Library
Monday, July 10
3:00 to 5:00 PM
Want to learn how to knit and crochet? Please join us to learn this craft at Groves Branch Library, 5520 19th Street. Ages 8 and up are welcome! Please bring your own needles and yarn. For more information, call 806-767-3733.
Scrapbook Paper Mosaics at Godeke Branch Library
Monday, July 10
7:00 – 8:00 PM
Join us as we use scrapbook paper to make mosaics at Godeke Branch Library, 5034 Frankford Avenue. Supplies are limited and are first come, first served. This is a teen event, for ages 13-18. For more information, call 806-775-3362.
Songs with Jerry Serrano at Mahon Library
Tuesday, July 11
10:30 to 11:30 AM
Local singer/songwriter, Jerry Serrano will play his guitar and sing songs. Tickets are required and can be picked up the day of the event at Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street. For ages 12 and under. For more information, call 806-775-2835.
“Game On!” at Patterson Branch Library
Tuesday, July 11
12:00 to 2:00 PM
Come to the Patterson Branch Library, 1836 Parkway Drive, for an afternoon of board games and video games for grades K-12. For more information, call 806-767-3300.
Knit With Us at Groves Branch Library
Tuesday, July 11
1:00 to 3:00 PM
Please join us for an afternoon of knitting at Groves Branch Library, 5520 19th Street. We meet every Tuesday afternoon! All skill levels are welcome. Please bring your own needles and yarn. Now for ages 12 and up. For more information, call 806-767-3733.
Songs with Jerry Serrano at Patterson Branch Library
Tuesday, July 11
2:00 to 3:00 PM
Local singer/songwriter, Jerry Serrano will play his guitar and sing songs. Tickets are required and can be picked up the day of the event at Patterson Branch Library, 1836 Parkway Drive. For ages 12 and under. For more information, call 806-767-3300.
Glimpses of Lubbock History at Groves Branch Library
Tuesday, July 11
7:00 to 8:00 PM
Bits of everyday life constantly disappear into history and most people don’t realize it until it’s gone. Deborah Bigness will take an entertaining look at things in the process of disappearing, as well as some things that are coming back into popularity. In collaboration with the Lubbock County Historical Commission. For ages 18 and up at Groves Branch Lubbock, 5520 19th Street. For more information, call 806-767-3733.
Come to preschool storytime at the library! This week’s schedule is:
- Groves Branch Library (5520 19th Street), Wednesday, July 12, 10:30 AM
- Godeke Branch Library (5034 Frankford Avenue), Thursday, July 13, 10:30 AM
Songs with Jerry Serrano at Godeke Branch Library
Wednesday, July 12
10:30 to 11:30 AM
Local singer/songwriter, Jerry Serrano will play his guitar and sing songs. Tickets are required and can be picked up the day of the event at Godeke Branch Library, 5034 Frankford Avenue. For ages 12 and under. For more information, call 806-775-3362.
Water Utilities Department Storytime at Mahon Library
Wednesday, July 12
10:30 to 11:00 AM
Join the Water Utilities Department at Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street, for storytime and a fun activity. Storytime will begin with the reading of “The Water Princess” by Susan Verde. The book follows Princess Gie Gie’s daily journey to water. A fun hands-on learning activity will follow to encourage creativity and learning. Attendees will create a water royalty crown and leave home with free items to continue their water learning experience. Recommended for ages 1-5 but all are welcome. For more information, call 806-775-2835.
Tiny Tots Storytime at Godeke Branch Library
Wednesday, July 12
12:30 to 1:00 PM
Come to the Godeke Branch Library, 5034 Frankford Avenue, for a storytime and a free book, courtesy of Literacy Lubbock. For more information, call Literacy Lubbock at 806-775-3634.
I Ruff Reading at Mahon Library
Wednesday, July 12
2:00 to 3:00 PM
Love reading? Come read to and meet therapy dogs from Lubbock ISD! For ages 12 and under at Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street. For more information, call 806-775-2835.
Songs with Jerry Serrano at Groves Branch Library
Wednesday, July 12
2:00 to 3:00 PM
Local singer/songwriter, Jerry Serrano will play his guitar and sing songs. Tickets are required and can be picked up the day of the event at Groves Branch Library, 5034 Frankford Avenue. For ages 12 and under. For more information, call 806-767-3733.
Tiny Tots Storytime at Groves Branch Library
Thursday, July 13
11:00 to 11:30 AM
Come to the Groves Branch Library, 5520 19th Street, for a storytime and a free book, courtesy of Literacy Lubbock. For more information, call Literacy Lubbock at 806-775-3634.
Parenting Cottage Storytime at Patterson Branch Library
Thursday, July 13
11:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Join us for a special storytime at Patterson Branch Library, 1836 Parkway Drive. Each family will receive a free copy of the book “Wind” by Marion Dane Bauer while supplies last courtesy of the Parenting Cottage. For more information, call 806-767-3300.
“Game On!” at Patterson Branch Library
Thursday, July 13
12:00 to 2:00 PM
Come to the Patterson Branch Library, 1836 Parkway Drive, for an afternoon of board games and video games for grades K-12. For more information, call 806-767-3300.
Shark Slime at Mahon Library
Thursday, July 13
3:00 to 4:00 PM
Sink your teeth into this shark-themed slime! Create your own slime to enjoy during Shark Week. Registration is required. Please call 806-775-2835 or visit Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street, to register. For ages 13-18.
Bedtime Stories at Groves Branch Library
Friday, July 14
3:00 to 3:45
Wear your favorite pajamas and bring your favorite stuffie. Listen to stories, sing songs, and make a craft at Groves Branch Library, 5520 19th Street. For ages 0-4. For more information, call 806-767-3733.
Robin’s Nest Tutoring at Lubbock Public Library
In-person tutoring for K–12 students at the library. This is free tutoring for a variety of subjects. Learn more and sign up at www.robinsnesttutoring.com. Walk-ins are also welcome. Dates and times are:
- Godeke Branch Library (5034 Frankford Ave), Saturday, July 15; 1:00 to 5:00 PM
- Patterson Branch Library (1836 Parkway Drive), Tuesday, July 11; 1:00 to 3:00 PM
- Patterson Branch Library (1836 Parkway Drive), Saturday, July 15; 1:00 to 5:00 PM
2023 Summer Reading Program
Read books and win prizes with the Lubbock Public Library this summer! From May 25-July 31 log your reading on READsquared to try and win prizes. The reading challenge is open to all ages and can be accessed by visiting lubbock.readsquared.com or downloading the READsquared App on your preferred device. For more information, visit lubbocklibrary.com/summer-
