Children & Families
Infant and Young Toddler Story Times
Tuesday, July 2, 16, 23 and 30, 10:30 a.m.
Newborn to 24 months with adult.
Family Story Times
Tuesday, July 2, 9, 16 and 30, 7 p.m.
Family program, all ages welcome with adult.
Toddler Story Times
Wednesday, July 3, 17, 24 and 31, 10:05 a.m.
Ages 2 to 3 1/2 with adult.
Preschool Story Times
Wednesday, July 3, 17, 24 and 31, 10:45 a.m.
Ages 3 1/2 to 6 with adult.
Fossil Investigators Science Workshop
Friday, July 5, 11 a.m.
Presented by Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture.
Ages 8 and older with adult.
See over 30 real specimens from the Burke Museum’s paleontology collection. Using fossils as tools and clues, solve a mystery through a hands-on investigation.
Koli and the Treasure Cave of Asian Tales Storytelling
Wednesday, July 10, 3:30 p.m.
Presented by Robert Kikuchi-Yngojo.
Ages 3 and older with adult.
When Koli returns to his village with magic treasures that can change people’s lives, the evil Emperor wants all of the treasures for himself. He forgets that the real magic begins when you share stories with others.
Tales of a Trickster Guinea Pig Puppet Show
Friday, July 19, 10:30 a.m.
Presented by Tears of Joy Theatre.
Family program, all ages welcome with adult.
Meet clever Quwi, one of the most fearless, cunning and mischievous trickster characters around.
Puppet Making Workshop
Friday, July 19, 11:30 a.m.
Presented by Tears of Joy Theatre.
Ages 6 and older with adult.
Learn to make your own simple puppet from things you can find around your house. All materials supplied.
Registration required.
Dig Into Magic Show
Tuesday, July 23, 7 p.m.
Presented by Jeff Evans.
Ages 4 and older with adult.
Discover secrets of the deep in this subterranean summer reading spectacular! Learn about mining for precious metals, facts about aquifers of drinking water and the world’s deepest super cave while seeing some amazing magical stunts.
Crystal Clear Science Workshop
Thursday, July 25, 3 p.m.
Presented by Pacific Science Center’s Science on Wheels.
Ages 8 and older with adult.
What are crystals and how are they formed? Discover the properties of these special minerals as you examine, touch and sort crystals you grow yourself.Registration required.
Treasure Island Play
Tuesday, July 30, 3 p.m.
Presented by Last Leaf Theater Productions.
Ages 5 and older with adult.
Enjoy the classic tale by Robert Louis Stevenson, filled with pirates and ships. Join the hero, Jack Hawkins, as he goes on a high sea adventure to find buried treasure.
Summer Reading Program
Get reading, earn prizes and enjoy fun programs!
Ask at the library for details.
Teens Game On!
Wednesday, July 3 and 17, 4-5 p.m.
Play video games at the library!
Teen Movie Matinee
Wednesday, July 10 and 24, 4 p.m.
Pizza and snacks provided!
Check at the library for the movie title.
Beneath the Surface!
Adults Laughter Club
Monday, July 1, 15 and 29, 10:05 a.m.
Join the adult group for a half hour of easy stretching and laughing exercises!
One-on-One Computer Assistance
Wednesday, July 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31, 1:30 p.m.
Thursday, July 18, 5:30 p.m.
Saturday, July 20, 1 p.m.
Do you need extra help on the computer?
A KCLS volunteer instructor can give you one-on-one assistance.
Appointments can be made the day of by calling the library, 253-630-8761.
Drop-In to Learn about eBooks
Thursday, July 11 and 25, 7 p.m.
Get started with KCLS eBooks! Bring your eReader, tablet, phone or just your questions.
Master Gardeners Questions & Answers
Saturday, July 13, 10 a.m.
Get expert advice on your plant and landscape questions from Master Gardeners.
Swingin’ with Dean
Saturday, July 20, 2 p.m.
Come swing with artist Dean Ratzman as he plays piano, trumpet, trombone and sings hits of the greatest American artists from the 40s-70s.
Computer Classes
Registration required.
Microsoft Word Level 1
Monday, July 15, 6:30 p.m.
Email Level 1
Monday, July 29, 6:30 p.m.
A Place at the Table
KCLS invites everyone to find A Place at the Table! We’ll toss around fresh ideas about food, cooking, nutrition and growing and using locally produced food. In addition to offering new food ideas, preparation and planning skills, and handy online classes, videos and resources, the series will help everyone create a nourishing table by accepting non-perishable food donations, to be distributed to local King County food banks.
