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Titles and Treats

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Clemens Room at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Adult

Join us as we talk about interesting yet-to-be released books as well as our favorites and classics. You are encouraged to share some of your favorite titles with the group, or just sit back, relax and enjoy some good "book chats".

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adult" group

Stained Glass Heart Suncatcher

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Clemens Room at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adult

Join stained glass artist Susan to learn how to make a beautiful heart shaped stained glass suncatcher. All materials included. Beginners welcome.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Payment Required
This event is in the "Teen" group

Advanced Division Battle of the Books (Teens)

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
True North Teen Department at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing, Games
Age Group:
Teen

Do you like reading and trivia? Then join us for Advanced Division Battle of the Books! This year, we’ll be reading two different books: The Sunbearer Trials by Aiden Thomas and Such Charming Liars by Karen M. McManus.

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adult" group

Quiet Company

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Kovarik Room at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Adult

Picture it, a room of readers. It’s quiet, the lights are low, you’re in your comfiest ensemble with your favorite blanket, sipping on warm tea while a crackling fire plays in the background.

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Infant/Toddler/Preschool" group

1, 2, 3 Play With Me (Infant - 17 months)

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Story Room at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Playtime
Age Group:
Infant/Toddler/Preschool

This open-ended playtime facilitated by a children's librarian will provide a wonderful opportunity for you to bond with your child while making new friends with other caregivers and their little ones.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adult" group

Watch-a-Movie Wednesday! Amber Alert

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 2:15pm - 4:15pm
Community Room at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Film Screening
Age Group:
Adult

(Suspense/Thriller, 2025, PG-13, 90 mins.)

A rideshare turns into a high-stakes game of cat and mouse when it follows a car fitting the description of an Amber Alert.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Penguin Cross Stitch Bookmarks

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Clemens Room at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adult

Make a cute winter penguin cross stitch bookmark with Tara. All supplies included and all skill levels welcome.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "School Age" group
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

DIY @ makerLAB **APPOINTMENT ONLY**

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
makerLAB at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, STEM
Age Group:
School Age, Family, Teen, Adult

makerLAB hours are extremely limited and appointments are required. 

This event is in the "Adult" group

General Defensive Driving

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Clemens Room at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Driving
Age Group:
Adult

Completion of this course helps those who attend become better, safer drivers and may include a reduction of violation points on your license and a discount on automobile insurance. 

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "School Age" group

Zany Zendoodles (Grades 3-6)

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Craft Room at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
School Age

Calm your mind while getting creative!  With step-by-step instructions, create a unique, colorful zendoodle design that will be fun to make and beautiful to display.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teen" group

Dog Toys For Donation (Teens)

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
True North Teen Department at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Service
Age Group:
Teen

Design rope toys that will be donated to our local animal shelter!

Everyone who participates will receive a certificate for 1 hour of community service.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Infant/Toddler/Preschool" group

Preschool Playtime (3 years - Pre-K)

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Clemens Room at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Playtime, Storytime
Age Group:
Infant/Toddler/Preschool

Calling all preschoolers! Join us for this weekly program with friends and fun where your child will have an hour of play and learning time.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adult" group

Ask-A-Librarian **Appointment Only**

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Study Room 4 at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adult

Need help downloading apps, accessing library services or navigating a website? Sign up for an Ask-A-Librarian appointment and a librarian will be available to assist you with whatever you are working on!

This event is in the "School Age" group
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

DIY @ makerLAB **APPOINTMENT ONLY**

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
makerLAB at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, STEM
Age Group:
School Age, Family, Teen, Adult

makerLAB hours are extremely limited and appointments are required. 

This event is in the "Adult" group

General Defensive Driving

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Clemens Room at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Driving
Age Group:
Adult

Completion of this course helps those who attend become better, safer drivers and may include a reduction of violation points on your license and a discount on automobile insurance. 

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "School Age" group

Shadow or Shine: Groundhog's Day (Grades K-2)

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Craft Room at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
School Age

Pop out of your burrow and join us for Groundhog Day fun! We’ll celebrate this shadowy holiday with stories, crafts, and activities all about our furry forecaster. Will the groundhog see its shadow? Come find out and make your own prediction!

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adult" group

Sew Stylish: Worry Pets

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
makerLAB at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adult

Make your own Worry Pet! Stitch a soft, squishy companion to keep nearby for moments of stress or anxiety—these adorable plushies are simple to sew, relaxing to make, and a sweet reminder to practice self-care.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Payment Required
This event is in the "Teen" group

Knight Life Chess Club (Teens)

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Kovarik Room at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teen

Join us for a fun and engaging chess meet-up just for teens! Try your hand at chess puzzles, play friendly games with other players, and sharpen your skills by learning openings and tactics.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Infant/Toddler/Preschool" group

Mostly Mother Goose (infant - 3 years)

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Story Room at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Infant/Toddler/Preschool

Parents and children can join in on nursery rhymes and songs with a children’s librarian.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adult" group

Hey! Let's Play!

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Kovarik Room at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adult

Bring your friends or find others to share a game on Friday mornings. Bring your playing cards, your Mah Jongg sets, and your other favorites. We provide the tables and the room, you provide the fun!

No registration required.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Sew Stylish: Worry Pets

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
makerLAB at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adult

Make your own Worry Pet! Stitch a soft, squishy companion to keep nearby for moments of stress or anxiety—these adorable plushies are simple to sew, relaxing to make, and a sweet reminder to practice self-care.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Payment Required
This event is in the "Teen" group

Frosty Figures Winter Clay Sculpture (Teens)

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Clemens Room at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teen

Join artist Chris Vivas and get creative this winter as you mold your own frosty masterpieces with Sculpey clay! Shape clay masterpieces that will brighten up your space. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "School Age" group

Book Chat: I Survived the Children's Blizzard of 1888 (Grades 4-6)

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Craft Room at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Writing
Age Group:
School Age

Let’s discuss I Survived: The Children’s Blizzard 1888 by Lauren Tarshis.  We will make snowball slime, play mumball and snow-themed games, and enjoy ice cream.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adult" group

Puzzle Swap

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Clemens Room at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Swap, Games, Nature & Environment
Age Group:
Adult

Bring in your gently used puzzles to swap for new-to-you ones! Can’t make the swap but have puzzles to share? Drop off puzzle donations to the Adult Services desks from January 23-30.