The Salt Lake County Library System has 19 branch libraries.
Here's a sampling of activities:
Sandy Library, 10100 S. Petunia Way:
Thursday, Feb. 14, 2 p.m. — "Heart O' Mine," for ages 2 1/2 to 5 year-olds. Join us for some fun stories and activities.
Wednesday, Feb. 15, 4 p.m. — "Teen Scene," for teens. Join us while we decorate Valentine's Day cookies! Treats and fun for everyone!
Friday, Feb. 17, 4 p.m. — "Fantastic Friday Club," for grads K-1.
Wednesday, Feb. 22, 7 p.m. — "Spinning through History," for families, Spend a heartwarming evening with Judy Gunn of Gunn Wools. Judy spins stories as she spins yarn. Telling the history of spinning through stories and songs, she demonstrates carding, combing and spinning with a drop spindle and wheel. Judy may have a newborn lamb to bring with her.
Draper Library, 1136 E. Pioneer Road:
Friday, Feb. 10, 4 p.m. — Caralyn and Mark Buehner, for families. You know Caralyn and Mark's delightful award-winning books. They write and illustrate individually and as a team. The Buehners will autograph your personal copies of their books.
Wednesday, Feb. 15, 7 p.m. — "Great Reads for Girls." A mother/daughter book group, for girls, ages 8-12. Call 944-7648
Saturday, Feb. 18, 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. — "Puppy Love," for families of all ages. Call 944-7648 for more information.
Thursday, Feb. 23, 7 p.m. — "Cookies and Conversation," for adults. Join us monthly for great books, cookies and even better conversation! Register at Draper Library or by calling 944-7648.
Friday, Feb. 24, 2 p.m. — "No Girls Allowed," for boys, ages 7 and up. Sign up at Draper Library kids desk or by calling 944-7648.
Monday, Feb. 27, 7 p.m. — "Spinning Through History." For families. Spend a heartwarming evening with Judy Gunn of Gunn Wools. Judy spins stories as she spins yarn. Telling the history of spinning through stories and songs, she demonstrates carding, combing and spinning with a drop spindle and wheel. Judy may have a newborn lamb to bring with her.
Bingham Creek, 4834 W. 9000 South, West Jordan:
Saturday, Feb. 11, 3 p.m. — "Lovin' Your Library With Origami," for grades 1-6. The origami lady, Ginger Brakke, will have you lovin' your library with her fantastic folding ideas for Valentine's gifts.
Monday, Feb. 13, 7 p.m. — "Spinning through History." For families, Spend a heartwarming evening with Judy Gunn of Gunn Wools. Judy spins stories as she spins yarn. Telling the history of spinning through stories and songs, she demonstrates carding, combing and spinning with a drop spindle and wheel. Judy may have a newborn lamb to bring with her.
Saturday, Feb. 25, 2 p.m. — "Better Bites and Awesome Teeth." For all ages. Harry the Hare helps teach proper care of your teeth with magic!
Tuesday, Feb. 28, 7 p.m. — "Great Reads for Girls," for ages 8-12. Join us for lively discussions, activities, friendship and fun! Call the children's desk for details at 944-7686.
Columbus Library, 2530 S. 500 East:
Tuesday, Feb. 14, 7 p.m. — Discovery book club for adults. Call 944-7656 for this month's selection or more information.
Tuesday, Feb. 22, 10:30 a.m. — Senior Center book club, for seniors. Call 944-7656 for this month's selection or more information.
East Millcreek Library, 2266 Evergreen Ave.:
Monday, Feb. 13, 7 p.m. — "Jugglenutz," for families. They're wild, they're wacky, they're a local phenomenon. Audiences are wild about Brent and Mark — computer nerds by day, Jugglenutz by night. This comedy/juggling routine has been featured on all the local television stations, at state and county fairs, professional and collegiate sporting events, schools, libraries, corporate events and everywhere else! Recently, Ringling Brothers asked them to run away and join the circus, but they thought their wives and children might object.
Tuesday, Feb. 21, 7 p.m. — "Great Reads for Girls," for girls age 8 and up.
Saturday. Feb. 25, 2 p.m. — "No Girls Allowed," for boys age 7 and up.
Monday, Feb. 27, 7 p.m. — "Family Favorites Book Club," for families.
Herriman Library, 13011 S. Pioneer Road (6000 West):
Saturday, Feb. 25, 11 a.m. — "Awesome Teeth," for all ages. Magician Jim Williams and his friend Harry the Hare demonstrate how awesome teeth can be. Tickets available two weeks prior to program.
Holladay Library, 2150 E. Murray-Holladay Road:
Saturday, Feb. 11, 1 p.m. — "Tropical Island Adventure," for families. Get ready for a midwinter tropical island retreat as Princess Kanalooney shares the secret to becoming an island "prince" or "princess." Kids will learn an authentic hula, a rousing Maori chant, a lumi (rhythm) stick routine and an island song. They'll participate in limbo and surfer contests and have fun participating in this energetic program.
Hunter Library, 4740 W. 4100 South:
Thursday, Feb. 21, 7 p.m. — "Jugglenutz," for families. They're wild, they're wacky, they're a local phenomenon. Audiences are wild about Brent and Mark — computer nerds by day, Jugglenutz by night. This comedy/juggling routine has been featured on all the local television stations, at state and county fairs, professional and collegiate sporting events, schools, libraries, corporate events and everywhere else! Recently, Ringling Brothers asked them to run away and join the circus, but they thought their wives and children might object.
Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West:
Thursday, Feb. 23, 7 p.m. — "Tropical Island Adventures," for families. Get ready for a midwinter tropical island retreat as Princess Kanalooney shares the secret to becoming an island "prince" or "princess." Kids will learn an authentic hula, a rousing Maori chant, a lumi (rhythm) stick routine and an island song. They'll participate in limbo and surfer contests and have fun participating in this energetic program.
Monday, Feb. 27, 7 p.m. — "Jugglenutz," for families. They're wild, they're wacky, they're a local phenomenon. Audiences are wild about Brent and Mark — computer nerds by day, Jugglenutz by night. This comedy/juggling routine has been featured on all the local television stations, at state and county fairs, professional and collegiate sporting events, schools, libraries, corporate events and everywhere else! Recently, Ringling Brothers asked them to run away and join the circus, but they thought their wives and children might object.
Park Library, 4870 S. 2700 West:
Wednesday, Feb. 8, 7 p.m. — Writing workshop, for adults. Have you ever wanted to be a writer? Michael Gills will provide a hands-on workshop covering the writing techniques of scene and structure, point-of-view, conflict, characterization and language and tone. Flannery O'Connor says that fiction's made of what we're made of and that's dirt. Prepare to dig. Registration required. Please sign up at the information desk or call 944-7618 starting Monday, Jan. 16.
Wednesday, Feb. 15, 7 p.m. — "Spinning through History." For families, Spend a heartwarming evening with Judy Gunn of Gunn Wools. Judy spins stories as she spins yarn. Telling the history of spinning through stories and songs, she demonstrates carding, combing and spinning with a drop spindle and wheel. Judy may have a newborn lamb to bring with her.
Thursday, Feb., 23, 4-5 p.m. — "Make and Take Crafts Mardi Gras," for all ages. Make a colorful Mardi Gras mask.
Riverton Library, 12860 S. Redwood Road:
renting skills. Every family will receive a free children's book for coming. Call 944-7677 or come to the information desk to sign up.
Saturday, Feb. 11, 1 p.m. — "Lovin' Your Library With Origami." All ages. The origami lady, Ginger Brakke, will have you lovin' your library with her fantastic folding ideas for Valentine's gifts.
Monday, Feb. 13, 7 p.m. — "Tropical Island Adventures," for families. Get ready for a midwinter tropical island retreat as Princess Kanalooney shares the secret to becoming an island "prince" or "princess." Kids will learn an authentic hula, a rousing Maori chant, a lumi (rhythm) stick routine and an island song. They'll participate in limbo and surfer contests and have fun participating in this energetic program.
Wednesday, Feb. 15, 6:45 p.m. — "Anime Club," for ages 12-19. Like anime, manga, all things Japanese? Preview new anime, discuss favorite characters, share your fan artwork, get a copy of ADV's monthly anime newsletter and learn about ADV contests.
Thursday, Feb. 23, 6 p.m. — "Teen Murder Mystery," for ages 12 and up. Who done it? Where? With what weapon? Join us for a murder mystery evening and help us solve the crime! Limited free tickets available starting February 9th.
Saturday, Feb. 25, 1 p.m. — "Spinning Through History," for families, Spend a heartwarming evening with Judy Gunn of Gunn Wools. Judy spins stories as she spins yarn. Telling the history of spinning through stories and songs, she demonstrates carding, combing and spinning with a drop spindle and wheel. Judy may have a newborn lamb to bring with her.
Smith Library, 810 E. 3300 South:
Tuesday, Feb. 14, 4-5 p.m. — Valentine Card Crafts, for school-age children. Stop by and make a card for your special person. We provide the supplies and you bring creative skills.
South Jordan Library, 10300 S. Beckstead Lane:
Saturday, Feb. 11, 11 a.m. — "Lovin' Your Library With Origami." The origami lady, Ginger Brakke, will have you lovin' your library with her fantastic folding ideas for Valentine's gifts.
Tuesday, Feb. 14, 7 p.m. — "No Girls Allowed," for boys 8-12 and a caregiver.
West Jordan Library, 1970 W. 7800 South, West Jordan:
Wednesday, Feb. 15, 7 p.m. — Mother-Daughter Book Club, for ages 12 and up.
Friday, Feb. 17, 3:30 p.m. — Kids book of the month club, for ages 8 and up.
Tuesday, Feb. 21, 7 p.m. — Writers workshop for children.
West Valley Library, 2880 W. 3650 South, West Valley City:
Tuesday, Feb. 28, 7 p.m. — "Tropical Island Adventures," for families. Get ready for a midwinter tropical island retreat as Princess Kanalooney shares the secret to becoming an island "prince" or "princess." Kids will learn an authentic hula, a rousing Maori chant, a lumi (rhythm) stick routine and an island song. They'll participate in limbo and surfer contests and have fun participating in this energetic program.
Whitmore Library, 2197 E. Fort Union Blvd.:
Friday, Feb. 10, 4 p.m. — "Reading Is a Fine Art," for ages 7-12. Create your own work of art in the style of a favorite picture book artist. Register beginning Feb. 1 at Whitmore's children's desk or call 944-7539.
Monday, Feb. 13, 7 p.m. — "Lovin' Your Library With Origami," for teens.
Friday, Feb. 17, 4 p.m. — "No Girls Allowed," for boys, ages 7-12.
Friday, Feb. 24, 4 p.m. — "Frog and Toad Fan Club," for ages K-1. Stories and learning-to-read activities for kindergartners and first-graders. Register beginning Feb. 3 at Whitmore's children's desk or call 944-7539.