The Garland Library System has some great activities planned for August. Take a look at the schedule below and decide which events you’d like to attend.
Central Library Express
Children’s Services: 972 – 205 – 2517 – Adult Services: 972 – 205 – 2533
Early Literacy (Ages 0-5) / Niños (entre 0 y 5)
10 a.m. Fridays, June 7 – Aug. 30*
*Excludes Aug. 16 (Library closed for staff development day)
Families can participate in Play & Learn, a weekly event where families with children 0 to 5 enjoy an assortment of toys, games and activities that foster imagination, creativity and problem-solving.
CARNIVAL GAMES – 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 30
Enjoy carnival-style games along with our open play toys!
JUEGA Y APRENDE: JUEGOS DE CARNAVAL
10 a.m. viernes, 30 de agosto
¡Pasen a la biblioteca para un poco de diversión carnaval durante un evento especial de Juega y Aprende! Los niños de 0 a 5 años pueden disfrutar de juegos de interior estilo carnaval junto con nuestros juguetes de juego abierto para divertirse sin fin.
Makerspace (Adults and Teens 13+) /
Makerspace (adultos y adolescentes 13 años y más)
The makerspace at the Central Library Express provides access to maker machines like 3D printers, Cricut cutter, laser cutter and soldering irons. Once introductory course is completed, patrons may use the machines during Open Lab hours or attend one of our master classes!
El makerspace de la Biblioteca Central Express ofrece acceso a máquinas de fabricación como impresoras 3D, una cortadora Cricut, una cortadora láser y soldadoras. Una vez que se toma un curso introductorio, los clientes pueden utilizar las máquinas durante nuestras horas de laboratorio abierto o asistir a una de nuestras clases magistrales! Esta es solo una pequeña muestra de lo que vendrá una vez que nuestra Biblioteca Central esté completa.
MAKERSPACE INTRO CLASSES
INTRODUCTORY MAKER CLASSES
Learn about the makerspace and develop maker techniques using our machines! These skills include laser cutting, 3D and 2D design, 3D printing, vinyl cutting (Cricut), soldering and more. Taking an intro class will let you use that machine during Open Labs. Registration begins two weeks before class. Open to adults 18+.
INTRO TO SOLDERING – 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 3
INTRO TO 3D PRINTING – 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 17
INTRO TO LASER CUTTING – 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 24
CLASES DE MAKERSPACE
Venga a aprender del mak erspace de la Biblioteca Central y desarrolle técnicas de creador como el corte por láser, diseño 3D y 2D, impresión 3D, corte de vinilo (Cricut), soldadura y más. Tomar una clase introductoria sobre una máquina te permitirá usar esa máquina durante cualquier Laboratorio Abierto. Para adultos mayores de 18 años. Inscripción es requerida.
INTROD. A LA IMPRESIÓN 3D – 10 a.m. sábado, 10 de agosto
MAKERSPACE OPEN LAB – 11:30 a.m. Saturdays, Aug. 3 – 24
Everyone 13+ welcomed to use Central Library Express’ makerspace tools and resources. A variety of craft supplies will be available. Intro makerspace classes are required to use some of the tools during the Open Lab portion. Space is limited.
MAKERSPACE LABORATORIO ABIERTO – 11:30 a.m. los sábados, 10 y 24 de agosto
Los participantes son bienvenidos a utilizar las herramientas y recursos del makerspace de la biblioteca. Una variedad de materiales de manualidades estará disponible para crear con ellos. Las clases de makerspace son necesarias para utilizar algunas de las herramientas durante la parte del Laboratorio Abierto. Cupo limitado.
Adult Programs (Ages 18+) / Programas para adultos (18 años y más)
BOOK CLUB
GRAPHIC NOVEL BOOK CLUB (ages 16+)
Each meeting is group discussion of the month’s selected graphic novel. Drinks and snacks provided.
6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 20 – “In Limbo: A Graphic Memoir” by Deb JJ Lee
ENTERTAINMENT
ADULT GAME NIGHT – 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1
Adults 18+ play games and socialize! Board games and card games provided, or participants can bring their own. Light refreshments. Space limited.
CRAFTS /ACTIVIDADES DE MANUALIDADES
DIY VIRAL ALTOID® WALLET TREND – 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17
Craft your own Altoid® wallet as seen on TikTok! Altoid® tins and craft supplies provided.
South Garland Library
Children’s Services: 972 – 205 – 3934 – Adult Services: 972 – 205 – 3931
Early Literacy (Ages 0-5)
PLAY & LEARN
Play & Learn weekly event where families with children 0 to 5 can enjoy an assortment of toys, games and activities that foster imagination, creativity and problem-solving.
PRESCHOOL (AGES 3 – 5 YEARS) – 10 a.m. – noon Wednesdays, Aug. 7 – 28
BABY & TODDLER (BIRTH TO 3 YEARS) – 10 a.m. – noon Fridays, Aug. 2 – 30*
*Excludes Aug. 16 (Library closed for staff development day)
FAMILY (AGES 0 – 5 YEARS) – 10 a.m. – noon Saturdays, May 4 – Aug. 31
Adult Programs
BOOK CLUB
FICTION BOOK CLUB
Library staff and attendees will discuss selected titles. Visit Library.GarlandTX.gov for information.
6:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 15
“Firefly Lane” by Kristin Hannah
Walnut Creek Library
Children’s Services: 972 – 205 – 2585 – Adult Services: 972 – 205 – 2587
Adult Programs (Ages 18+) /Programas para adultos (18 años y más)
BOOK CLUB
MYSTERY BOOK CLUB
An adult book club for lovers of mysteries and thrillers! Light refreshments.
6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 22
“Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers” by Jesse Q. Sutanto
EDUCATIONAL / PROGRAMAS EDUCATIVOS
LET’S WRITE WRITING WORKSHOP – 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 27
Explore fiction writing and get encouragement from others in a friendly environment! You will be given a short prompt for inspiration and time to write. You may share your work if you like and get feedback. All skill levels welcome!
ESL CONVERSATION CLASSES – 6:30 p.m. 1st, 2nd, 3rd Thursday each month, May 2 – Aug. 15*
Improve your English skills. Attendees may practice conversation skills, build vocabulary and meet a diverse group of people. *Excludes major holidays.
CLASES DE CONVERSACIÓN EN INGLÉS – 6:30 p.m. el primer, segundo, y tercer jueves del mes, 2 de mayo al 15 de agosto*
Mejora sus habilidades generales de inglés en un ambiente informal. Los asistentes pueden practicar sus habilidades de conversación, desarrollar su vocabulario y conocer a un grupo diverso de personas. *No incluye los días festivos principales.