Libraries Events for the Week of March 23
Learning to Breathe at Mahon Library
Monday, March 23
5:30 to 6:30 PM
Learning to Breathe is a six-week program designed for students in 6th-12th grade. This program focuses on helping teens build mindfulness skills, manage stress, improve emotional regulation, and strengthen focus in a supportive and positive environment. Snacks and drinks will be provided at each session at Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street. Provided by the Lubbock Public Health Department. For more information, call 806-775-2835.
Cardboard Bunny Wall Décor at Godeke Branch Library
Monday, March 23
6:00 to 7:00 PM
Come make a festive holiday wall hanging using wood and cardboard. Supplies are limited and will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. For ages 16 and up at Godeke Branch Library, 5034 Frankford Avenue. For more information, call 806-775-3362.
Come to storytime at the library! This week’s schedule is:
Preschool Storytimes (Ages 2-5)
Mahon Library (1306 9th Street)
Groves Branch Library (5520 19th Street) Wednesday, March 25; 10:30 AM
Godeke Branch Library (5034 Frankford Avenue) Thursday, March 26; 10:30 AM
After-School Storytime (All Ages)
Patterson Branch Library (1836 Parkway Drive) Tuesday, March 24, 3:30 PM
Knit & Crochet With Us at Groves Branch Library
Tuesday, March 24
1:00 to 3:00 PM
Join us for an afternoon of knitting and crocheting at Groves Branch Library, 5520 19th Street. We meet every Tuesday afternoon. For ages 12 and up. Please bring your own needles and yarn. For more information, call 806-775-3723.
Tiny Tots Storytime at Godeke Branch Library
Wednesday, March 25
12:30 to 1:00 PM
Come to the Godeke Branch Library, 5034 Frankford Avenue, for storytime and a free book, courtesy of Literacy Lubbock. For more information, call Literacy Lubbock at 806-775-3636.
Senior Day Out at Patterson Branch Library
Wednesday, March 25
2:00 to 3:00 PM
Join us for fun themed activities, socializing, and educational information for ages 50+ at Patterson Branch Library, 1836 Parkway Drive. This week we’ll be making decorative clay bowls! It’s a great opportunity to chat, meet new friends, and express your creativity! For more information, call 806-767-3300.
Cozy Corner Book Club at Godeke Branch Library
Wednesday, March 25
4:00 to 5:00 PM
Enjoy a cozy mystery book club with other enthusiasts at Godeke Branch Library, 5034 Frankford Avenue. This month we will discuss “New York Dead” by Stuart Woods. In April we will discuss “Detective Inspector Huss” by Helene Tursten. For more information, call 806-775-3362 or email [email protected]. For ages 18 and up.
Tiny Tots Storytime at Groves Branch Library
Thursday, March 26
11:00 to 11:30 AM
Come to the Groves Branch Library, 5520 19th Street, for storytime and a free book, courtesy of Literacy Lubbock. For more information, call Literacy Lubbock at 806-775-3636.
Story Ballet at Mahon Library
Thursday, March 26
2:00 to 3:00 PM
Step into a world of magic and creativity with the Children’s Ballet Program from Ballet Lubbock! We’ll go on an enchanting journey where dance, art, music, Greek Mythology, and history come together. Participants will learn the fundamentals of classical technique in ballet, such as posture, arm, and feet positions while dancing to classical music. For ages 3-5 at Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street. For more information, call 806-775-2835.
Mini DIY Snake Plant at Groves Branch Library
Thursday, March 26
3:00 to 5:00 PM
Come make an adorable and low-maintenance plant to decorate your home this spring! All supplies will be provided. For ages 14 and up at Groves Branch Library, 5520 19th Street. For more information, call 806-775-3723.
Game On at Patterson Branch Library
Thursday, March 26
3:30 to 5:00 PM
Join us for board, video, and card games! We also have tablets available. For grades K-12 at Patterson Branch Library, 1836 Parkway Drive. For more information, call 806-767-3300
Digital Bytes: Beginners’ Computer Class at Mahon Library
Thursday, March 26
4:00 to 5:00 PM
We will offer beginner-level computer classes to provide foundational computer skills. Participants will receive a certificate upon completing all classes, but everyone is welcome to join as they need. For ages 18 and up at Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street. For more information, call 806-775-2835.
Friends of the Library Book Sale at Mahon Library
Friday, March 27 & Saturday, March 28
9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Mark your calendars for the Friends of the Library Book Sale at Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street, where you can buy gently used books for as little as 25 cents! Friday shopping is open to Friends of the Library members only from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Saturday shopping is open to the public from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Cash, checks, credit, and debit cards accepted. To become a member of the Friends of the Library, please visit www.lubbockfol.org. For more information about the book sale, call 806-775-2835.
Sensory Art at Groves Branch Library
Friday, March 27
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Join us as we partner with Art & Co. to bring a sensory focused arts and craft time for toddlers and families. All ages are welcome, but the sensory focused arts and crafts will be most appropriate for 1-5 year olds. Located at Groves Branch Library, 5520 19th Street. For more information, call 806-775-3723.
Plan-To-Do-Better at Patterson Branch Library
Saturday, March 28
12:00 to 2:00 PM
We’d love for you to join us for a fun and relaxing planning session! Bring your planner or journal, along with any ideas and extra stickers to swap. It’s a casual drop-in program, so feel free to pop by whenever you can. Let’s take time to reflect and enjoy each other’s company. For ages 16 and up at Patterson Branch Library, 1836 Parkway Drive. Children under 16 are welcome to attend but must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, call 806-767-3300.
Robin’s Nest Tutoring at Godeke Branch Library
Saturday, March 28
1:00 to 5:00 PM
Join us for free tutoring for K-12 students! Tutors from Robin’s Nest Tutoring will be available to offer support in math, reading, writing, coding, test prep, and career guidance at Godeke Branch Library, 5034 Frankford Avenue. For more information, call 806-775-3362
Robin’s Nest Tutoring: STAAR Test Prep at Patterson Branch Library
Saturday, March 28
1:00 to 5:00 PM
Participants will have the opportunity to discuss specific areas where they encounter difficulties on the STAAR test and deepen their understanding of these topics. Our goal is to equip students with the skills they need to excel on the STAAR test and achieve mastery. For grades K-12 at Patterson Branch Library, 1836 Parkway Drive. For more information, call 806-767-3300.
Left-To-Right Book Club at Patterson Branch Library
Saturday, March 28
2:00 to 3:00 PM
We will discuss “The Bag Ladies of Ebondale” by Michelle Davis-Newell. In April we will be discussing “Before I Let Go” by Kennedy Ryan. Books are available for checkout in limited quantities. For ages 16 and up at Patterson Branch Library, 1836 Parkway Drive. For more information, call 806-767-3300.
Arabic Language & Culture at Mahon Library
Saturday, March 28
2:00 to 3:00 PM
Learn the basics of Arabic language and culture through fun activities! In partnership with Texas Tech Professor, Rula Al-Hmoud. For all ages at Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street. For more information, call 806-775-2835.