Library Events for the Week of July 17
Water Utilities Department Storytime at Godeke Branch Library
Monday, July 17
12:30 to 1:00 PM
Join the Water Utilities Department at Godeke Branch Library, 5034 Frankford Avenue, 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 806-775-3362.
Magical Magic Show at Mahon Library
Monday, July 17
2:00 to 3:00 PM
Professor Merryweather the Medieval Wizard will be amazing us with a family friendly magic show. Seating is limited. Tickets are required and can be picked up the day of the event. For ages 12 and under at Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street. For more information, call 806-775-2835.
Teen Nerf Wars at Patterson Branch Library
Monday, July 17
7:00 to 8:30 PM
Compete in fun Nerf competitions after-hours at the library! Bring your own Nerf gear and special darts; we will provide generic darts. For ages 13-18 at Patterson Branch Library, 1836 Parkway Drive. Registration is required. Call 806-767-3300 to reserve your spot!
Come to preschool storytime at the library! This week’s schedule is:
- Mahon Library (1306 9th Street), Tuesday, July 18, 10:30 AM
- Groves Branch Library (5520 19th Street), Wednesday, July 19, 10:30 AM
- Godeke Branch Library (5034 Frankford Avenue), Thursday, July 20, 10:30 AM
“Game On!” at Patterson Branch Library
Tuesday, July 18
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.
Parenting Cottage Storytime at Godeke Branch Library
Tuesday, July 18
12:30 to 1:00 PM
Join us for a special storytime at Godeke Branch Library, 5034 Frankford Avenue. Each family will receive a free copy of the book “I Really Want the Cake” by Simon Phillip while supplies last courtesy of the Parenting Cottage. For more information, call 806-775-3362.
Knit With Us at Groves Branch Library
Tuesday, July 18
1:00 to 3:00 PM
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.
Magical Magic Show at Groves Branch Library
Tuesday, July 18
2:00 to 3:00 PM
Professor Merryweather the Medieval Wizard will be amazing us with a family friendly magic show. Seating is limited. Tickets are required and can be picked up the day of the event. For ages 12 and under at Groves Branch Library, 5520 19th Street. For more information, call 806-767-3733.
Teen Link at Godeke Branch Library
Tuesday, July 18
6:00 to 7:00 PM
Teens will talk about various important topics with activities connected to the day’s topic. Snacks will be provided. Please register by calling 806-775-3362 or sign-up in person at Godeke Branch Library, 5034 Frankford Avenue. For ages 13-18.
True Crime Book Club at Mahon Library
Tuesday, July 18
6:30 to 8:00 PM
Want to explore the world of crime, murder, and betrayal? Join us for our True Crime Book Club at Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street, where we play amateur detectives on some of the most infamous cases in history! This month we will be discussing ” Deliver Us: Three Decades of Murder and Redemption in the Infamous I-45/Texas Killing Fields” by Kathryn Casey. In August we will be discussing “American Heiress: The Kidnapping, Crimes and Trial of Patty Hearst” by Jeffrey Toobin. Call 806-775-2835 to reserve a copy of the book! For ages 18 and up.
Tiny Tots Storytime at Godeke Branch Library
Wednesday, July 19
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 19
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.
Magical Magic Show at Patterson Branch Library
Wednesday, July 19
2:00 to 3:00 PM
Professor Merryweather the Medieval Wizard will be amazing us with a family friendly magic show. Seating is limited. Tickets are required and can be picked up the day of the event. For ages 12 and under at Patterson Branch Library, 1836 Parkway Drive. For more information, call 806-767-3300.
Tiny Tots Storytime at Groves Branch Library
Thursday, July 20
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.
“Game On!” at Patterson Branch Library
Thursday, July 20
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.
Magical Magic Show at Godeke Branch Library
Thursday, July 20
2:00 to 3:00 PM
Professor Merryweather the Medieval Wizard will be amazing us with a family friendly magic show. Seating is limited. Tickets are required and can be picked up the day of the event. For ages 12 and under at Godeke Branch Library, 5034 Frankford Avenue. For more information, call 806-775-3362.
Dance-A-Story at Mahon Library
Friday, July 21
10:30 to 11:15 AM
Dance-a-Story with Flatlands Dance Theatre! Come enjoy a story-based creative dance experience for kids of all ages at Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street. For more information, call 806-775-2835.
Parenting Cottage Storytime at Groves Branch Library
Friday, July 21
10:30 to 11:30 AM
Join us for a special storytime at Groves Branch Library, 5520 19th Street. Each family will receive a free copy of the book “I See Summer” by Charles Ghigna while supplies last courtesy of the Parenting Cottage. For more information, call 806-767-3733.
Tiny Art at Mahon Library
Friday, July 21
2:00 to 3:00 PM
Join us as make tiny works of art! Art will be on display in the children’s area the following week for a Tiny Art Show. This is a tween event for ages 9-12 at Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street. For more information, call 806-775-2835.
Lunch N’ Learn at Patterson Branch Library
Saturday, July 22
12:00 to 2:00 PM
Starting a business involves planning, making critical financial decisions, and completing a series of legal activities. Learn what it takes to start your own business with the Small Business Development Center. Lunch will be provided! Please register by calling 806-745-3973. For ages 18 and up at Patterson Branch Library, 1836 Parkway Drive. For more information, call 806-767-3300.
Left to Right Book Club at Patterson Branch Library
Saturday, July 22
2:00 to 3:00 PM
We will be discussing “The Black Butterfly” by Lawrence T. Brown at Patterson Branch Library, 1836 Parkway Drive. Book discussion titles are available for checkout in limited quality. There are also copies available on Libby in audiobook and eBook. At your expense, you may also download your book on your personal device. There will not be a meeting in August. For more information, call 806-767-3300.
Galaxy Jars at Mahon Library
Saturday, July 22
3:00 to 4:00 PM
Come and make your own galaxy in a jar! Create a sparkling universe that fits in the palm of your hands. Ages 13-18. Registration is required. Please call the Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street, at 806-775-2835 to reserve your spot.
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 22; 1:00 to 5:00 PM
- Patterson Branch Library (1836 Parkway Drive), Tuesday, July 18; 1:00 to 3:00 PM
- Patterson Branch Library (1836 Parkway Drive), Saturday, July 22; 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-
