Past Events

Chess Club
In Arabic and English
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Did you know that chess improves memory, problem-solving and raises IQ? It is a wonderful way to improve focus, flex those creative muscles and, most importantly, kids have fun playing the game. Join us in the Library to learn the basics, make some friends and enjoy a little bit of competition.
Explore the Online Children’s Library!
In Arabic
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Join this session and explore the amazing electronic collection available for young readers on the Library’s website. The collection is available to you any day of the week, any time of day, and includes audiobooks, read-alongs, games, puzzles, printouts and more. To ensure you get the maximum benefit from this session, please have your membership information available. If you do not have a membership, please register here.
Storytime for Toddlers
In Arabic
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Spend a fun-filled time with your toddlers ages 0-4 reading, and activities with your little ones.
Young Adults' Trainers Club
In Arabic
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Join us in this meetup where you will be introduced to the Young Adults' Trainers Club, which will help you in conducting your own programs at the Library. In this meetup you will learn about the fundamentals of training and public-speaking skills.
Our Children Matter: Feeding your toddler – 12 to 24 months
In Arabic
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Join us in the "Our Children Matter" series of lectures that focus on topics in the field of childhood, education, and children's health. With your one-year-old, it may seem like everything is changing too rapidly! Especially so with what they need to start putting in their tummies.
English Creative Writing Circle for Adults
In English
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The Creative Writing Circle for Adults is an opportunity for creative writers to come together and share their work. The group provides inspiration, feedback and encouragement in a supportive environment. So whatever stage you’re at, come along and get writing!
Discover what you’re missing! Join one of our membership information sessions.
In Arabic
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Are you a new Library member or just haven’t visited us in a while? Join us for an introductory session about Library membership. You’ll learn about your benefits and responsibilities as a member, get information about our borrowing policies and how to use our self-borrowing stations, and learn how to find books and other resources in our collections. Sign up and start getting the most out of your membership!
Kitchen Science
In English
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Children may be at home, but that shouldn’t stop them from having hands-on fun learning. With Kitchen Science, we’ll use everyday objects from around the house to do cool science experiments. Every month, there will be a different activity highlighting a different science topic. 
Storytime for Toddlers
In English
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Spend a fun-filled time with your toddlers ages 0-4 reading, and enjoy activities with your little ones.
"Arab Immigrants in the US: Pursuing the American Dream" Exhibition
In Arabic and English
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Arab American society is vibrant and diverse, and has positively impacted American society. Arab American contributions can be seen in all levels of government, economy, culture and literature. The history of Arab immigration to the US can be classified into three distinct waves from the late 19th century to now. Each wave has its causes and impacts on Arab immigrants and American society.