Lubbock Public Library Events for the Week of November 27

Water Utilities Department Storytime at Mahon Library 
Monday, November 27
12:30 to 1:00 PM
Join the Water Utilities Department at the Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street, for storytime and a fun activity. Storytime will begin with the reading of “Let it Rain” by Maryann Cocca-Leffler. The book follows a group of kids and their puppy as they go through different seasons. A fun hands-on learning activity will follow to encourage creativity and learning. Attendees will create a rain cloud out of their handprints 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.

Learn to Knit and Crochet at Groves Branch Library
Monday, November 27
3:00 to 5:00 PM
Want to learn how to knit and crochet? 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 806-775-3723.

Adult Coloring Night at Groves Branch Library
Monday, November 27
6:30 to 8:00 PM
Join us for a relaxing session of coloring! Coloring pages and art supplies are provided. For ages 15 and up at Groves Branch Library, 5520 19th Street. For more information, call 806-775-3723.

Mothers and Babies Class at Mahon Library
Tuesday, November 28
10:00 to 11:15 AM
In this new four-week session program, new and expecting moms can get tools and support to manage stress during this life-changing time! To ensure the best experience for all, please only bring babies to this program. In collaboration with The Parenting Cottage at Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street. For more information or to register for the class, call The Parenting Cottage at 806-795-7552.

Plan-To-Do-Better: A Meet, Greet, & Plan Group at Patterson Branch Library
Tuesday, November 28
5:30 to 6:45 PM
Bring your planner and let’s plan for the upcoming month! You are welcome to bring extra stickers to swap, share, or personalize your planner. For ages 16 and up at Patterson Branch Library, 1836 Parkway Drive. For more information, call 806-767-3300.

Come to preschool storytime at the library! This week’s schedule is:

  • Mahon Library (1306 9th Street), Tuesday, November 28, 10:30 AM
  • Patterson Branch Library (1836 Parkway Drive), Tuesday, November 28, 11:30 AM
  • Groves Branch Library (5520 19th Street), Wednesday, November 29, 10:30 AM
  • Godeke Branch Library (5034 Frankford Avenue), Thursday, November 30, 10:30 AM

Knit With Us at Groves Branch Library
Tuesday, November 28
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 806-775-3723.

Tiny Tots Storytime at Godeke Branch Library 
Wednesday, November 29
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.

Senior Day Out at Patterson Branch Library 
Wednesday, November 29
2:00 to 3:00 PM
Join us for fun activities, socializing, and educational information for ages 50+ in this new weekly program at Patterson Branch Library, 1836 Parkway Drive. For more information, call 806-767-3300.

Cozy Corner Book Club at Godeke Branch Library 
Wednesday, November 29
4:00 to 5:00 PM
Enjoy a cozy mystery book club with other enthusiasts at Godeke Branch Library, 5034 Frankford Avenue. This month we will discuss “Her Royal Spyness” by Rhys Bowen. There will be no meeting in December. Call 806-775-3362 or email [email protected] to sign up and reserve a copy of the book. For ages 18 and up.

Tiny Tots Storytime at Groves Branch Library 
Thursday, November 30
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. Please note: Tiny Tots is back to its original time moving forward. For more information, call Literacy Lubbock at 806-775-3634.

“Game On!” at Patterson Branch Library 
Thursday, November 30
3:30 to 5:00 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.

Anime Club at Groves Branch Library 
Thursday, November 30
4:30 to 5:30 PM
Come to Anime Club at Groves Branch Library, 5520 19th Street, and make new friends who also like anime! We will watch anime, eat snacks, and do some other fun activities. For ages 11 and up. For more information, call 806-775-3723.

Water Utilities Department Storytime at Groves Branch Library 
Friday, December 1
10:30 to 11:00 AM
Join the Water Utilities Department at the Groves Branch Library, 5520 19th Street, for storytime and a fun activity. Storytime will begin with the reading of “Water is Water” by Miranda Paul. The book this month looks at the different forms of water. A fun hands-on learning activity will follow to encourage creativity and learning. Attendees will create a snowflake ornament 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 806-775-3723.

Friends of the Library Kris Kringle Book Sale at Mahon Library
Friday, December 1 & Saturday, December 2
9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Mark your calendars for the Last Friday Book Sale at Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street, where you can buy gently used books for as little as 25 cents! Friday shopping is open to Friends of the Library members only from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Saturday shopping is open to the public from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Cash, checks, credit, and debit cards accepted. To become a member of the Friends of the Library, please visit http://www.lubbockfol.org/ For more information about the book sale, call 806-775-2835.

Tech Talk at Mahon Library
Friday, December 1
3:00 to 4:00 PM
Empower yourself with our Technology Consultation Services at Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street. Are you worried about your online safety, looking to understand the mysteries of the cloud, or do you need help keeping your children safe online? Look no further – we offer answers to your computer and technology-related queries. You are welcome to bring your laptops, tablets, or smartphones. For ages 18 and up. For more information, call 806-775-2835.

Adult Game Day at Patterson Branch Library
Saturday, December 2
10:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Round up your friends for a come and go gaming event! Join us for an adults-only gaming party. Games will be happening all day at Patterson Branch Library, 1836 Parkway Drive. For ages 18 and up. For more information, call 806-767-3300.

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