Programs Programs & EventsOur in-person and virtual programs are FREE! Registration opens on the 3rd Wed of the month for the next month's programs.View the full online calendar View All Programs Adult Program Guide | May Download our printable Guide for listings of in-person and virtual events for adults. Kids Program Guide | May Download our printable Guide for listings of in-person and virtual events for kids. eNewsletter Sign-up Sign-up to get notified about programs as soon as registration opens. Adults Love, Loss, Friendship & Family Meet Christine Higdon, author of the lyrical novel, Gin, Turpetine, Pennyroyal, Rue. A Journey of Discovery Indigenous author Brandon Reid talks about his acclaimed debut novel, Beautiful Beautiful. Beautiful Melodies with HPO The HPO String Quartet performs beautiful melodies in a free afternoon concert. An Evening with Nahlah Ayed The host of CBC's Ideas, discusses her new book about two elite WWII agents. Barclay & Foley in Conversation A fireside chat with two blockbuster novelists and Annette Hamm of CHCH-TV. Afternoon at the Movies Watch feature films on the big screen at Central. Come solo or bring a friend! Learn How to Make Great Stuff in the MakerSpace Try out 3D printing, machine embroidery, or laser cutting in our hands-on workshops. Health & Wellbeing Programs to help you embrace self-care and learn about your health. Tech Classes for Adults Build your tech confidence! Learn how to use your device or computer. Kids & Teens Fun With Sound for Kids A family-friendly event with HPO composer Abigail Richardson-Schulte. Ages 5 & up. PA Day Fun! | June Come for a day of fun for the whole family! Board games, scavenger hunts & more. Writing Feelings Into Story A writing workshop for middle graders with Kristy Jackson, author of Mortified. Rainbow Storytime Special family storytime with stories, songs & more to celebrate Pride Month in June. Relaxing Reads for AccessABILITY Week Our guest storyteller shares their personal experiences living with a disability. Grade 4 & 5 Book Club Let's talk about our featured books! Two locations: Central & Tansley Woods. Relax, Listen & Draw Book Club Sit back and relax while we read aloud great stories geared to kids in grades 1-3. Grade 6 & 7 Book Club Share your thoughts with other readers. Join the club at Alton or Tansley Woods. Coding & Computer Classes Learn coding basics or expand your skills. Ages 9 to 13. Family Storytime & More Check out all our drop-in programs for babies & preschoolers. Story Scientists Share a story and then bring it to life. Virtual or in-person. Ages 6 to 9 STEAM Programs Explore science, tech, engineering, art & math—virtually or at the library! Available Anytime Library Speakers Consortium Watch live and recorded talks by notable authors and world thought leaders. Asian American Representation Rebecca F. Kuang (R.F. Kuang) discusses her novel, Yellowface. A Love Letter to Strong Women Nina Simon chats about Mother-Daughter Murder Night, a lighthearted whodunnit. Power, Love, and Art A virtual talk with award-winning author Xochitl Gonzalez. Greek Classics Into Modern Epics A fascinating conversation with bestselling author Madeline Miller. Dragon-Riding with Christopher Paolini The master storyteller explores the continuation of his epic fantasy series.