Library Events for the Week of May 4
May the Fourth Be with You Trivia Night at Mahon Library
Monday, May 4
4:00 to 7:00 PM
Prove that you have the know-how to be a Jedi Knight…or a Sith Lord at our May the Fourth Be with You Star Wars Trivia Night! For tweens and teens at Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street. For more information, call 806-775-2835.
Mad Scientist Club: May the Fourth at Patterson Branch Library
Monday, May 4
4:30 to 6:00 PM
Join us for a Star Wars STEAM program where we’ll craft our own inspired masks and build a cool base from magformers for our favorite heroes! It’s a fun chance for your kids to unleash their creativity and dive into imaginative play. May the creativity be with you! All ages welcome at Patterson Branch Library, 1836 Parkway Drive. For more information, call 806-767-3300.
Lavender Painting at Godeke Branch Library
Monday, May 4
6:00 to 7:00 PM
Come use Q-tips and paint to make a cute lavender wall decoration. 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.
Reel Books Book Club at Groves Branch Library
Monday, May 4
6:00 to 7:00 PM
Come meet with the Reel Books Book Club to discuss the latest book-to-movie adaptations. We meet the first Monday of the month (unless otherwise noted) at the Groves Branch Library, 5520 19th Street. This month we will discuss “Interior Chinatown” by Charles Yu. In June we will discuss “The Last Anniversary” by Liane Moriarty. Book club now has interactive kits, where you open elements connected to the story as you go. For ages 18 and up. For more information, please call 806-775-3723.
Come to storytime at the library! Our weekly schedule is:
Preschool Storytimes (Ages 2-5)
Join us for exciting, quality storytimes with new elements. We will read books, sing songs, engage in social play, and do fun activities. We will also work on early literacy (colors, numbers, and letters), foundational (vocabulary), and social-emotional development (problem solving, sharing) skills. Recommended for ages 2-5.
Mahon Library (1306 9th Street)
Groves Branch Library (5520 19th Street) Wednesday, May 6 at 10:30 AM
Godeke Branch Library (5034 Frankford Avenue) Thursday, May 7 at 10:30 AM
After-School Storytime (All ages)
Join us for an after-school storytime full of fun conversations, storytime, light snacks, and hands-on activities. There will also be opportunities to win small snacks and books from the book vending machine. All ages welcome.
Patterson Branch Library (1836 Parkway Drive) Tuesday, May 5 at 3:30 PM
Knit & Crochet With Us at Groves Branch Library
Tuesday, May 5
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.
Free Spanish Class at Patterson Branch Library
Tuesday, May 5
5:30 to 6:30 PM
Join us in learning Spanish with wonderful educators from the Lubbock community! It’s a fantastic opportunity to meet new friends, enjoy fun games and activities, and contribute to our community. Our friends at Corazon con Razon are thrilled to welcome new faces and celebrate the joy of learning a new language together. All ages welcome at Patterson Branch Library, 1836 Patterson Branch Library, For more information, call 806-767-3300.
Adult K-Club at Groves Branch Library
Tuesday, May 5
6:30 to 7:30 PM
Join the Groves Branch Library K-Club! We will have snacks, games, play K-Pop music videos, and spend some time getting to know each other and explore Korean Culture through entertainment! If you love K-Drama, Music, and Variety Shows, and know every word and dance move to K-Pop songs, or if you are just starting to show interest, come vibe with us! For ages 18 and up at Groves Branch Library, 5520 19th Street. For more information, call 806-775-3723.
Ready, Set, Roll! At Mahon Library
Tuesday, May 5
6:30 to 8:00 PM
New to the world of Dungeons & Dragons or a seasoned player who yearns for a new adventure? You’ve come to the right place! We’ll teach you the basics of creating a character, learning your stats, and interacting with the other members of the party for a truly fun time. Believe us, it’s enough to get you hooked! For ages 19 and up at Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street. Registration is required, call 806-775-2835 to register.
Stress Control with TTU at Mahon Library
Wednesday, May 6
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Do you recognize the signs of stress in yourself or in someone close to you? Then come to a series of six FREE classes hosted by the TTU Psychology Department to listen and learn proven skills to manage stress and improve well-being. All ages welcome at Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street. For more information, call 806-775-2835.
Hub City Book Club: Chapter 1 at Lubbock Adult Activity Center
Wednesday, May 6
10:30 to 11:30 AM
This book club is in partnership with Lubbock Parks and Recreation and will be held at the Lubbock Adult Activity Center, 2001 19th Street. This month, we will be discussing “The Gilded Ones” by Namina Forma. Copies of next month’s title “Her Royal Spyness” by Rhys Bowen will be available for pickup. For more information, please call Parks and Rec at 806-767-2710 or Mahon Library at 806-775-2835.
Tiny Tots Storytime at Godeke Branch Library
Wednesday, May 6
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, May 6
2:00 to 3:00 PM
Join us for fun activities, socializing, and educational information for ages 50+ at Patterson Branch Library, 1836 Parkway Drive. This week we will learn about various breathing techniques. For more information, call 806-767-3300.
Baby Storytime at Mahon Library
Thursday, May 7
10:00 to 10:30 AM
Join us every 1st Thursday at Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street, as we read books, sing songs, and have sensory play time. To ensure quality early literacy and social interaction skills development, this program is for ages 2 years and younger with their caregivers only. For more information, call 806-775-2835.
Tiny Tots Storytime at Groves Branch Library
Thursday, May 7
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.
Tutu Storytime at Groves Branch Library
Thursday, May 7
12:30 to 1:00 PM
Join us as we read books and dance with Tutu School Lubbock! For ages 18 months to 8 years at Groves Branch Library, 5520 19th Street. For more information, call 806-775-3723.
DIY Placemat Clutch at Godeke Branch Library
Thursday, May 7
3:00 to 5:00 PM
Come make the perfect clutch for summer (or a last-minute Mother’s Day gift!) Supplies are limited and will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. For ages 14 and up at Godeke Branch Library, 5034 Frankford Avenue. For more information, call 806-775-3362.
Game On at Patterson Branch Library
Thursday, May 7
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, May 7
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.
South Plains Genealogical Society’s 65th Birthday Party at Mahon Library
Saturday, May 9
10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Join us as the South Plains Genealogical Society (SPGS) celebrates 65 years of helping West Texans discover their family stories! They’ll share a brief look back at how SPGS began in 1961- from an early DAR workshop and Texas Tech support- to their long-standing partnership with the library. Stay for a few fun “then and now” moments and member memories. All are welcome (especially beginners) and there will be coffee and cookies to make it a warm, celebratory morning. Located at Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street. For more information, call 806-775-2835.
Robin’s Nest Tutoring at Godeke Branch Library
Saturday, May 9
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 at Patterson Branch Library
Saturday, May 9
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 Patterson Branch Library, 1836 Parkway Drive. For more information, call 806-767-3300.
Ready to Read Storytime at Patterson Branch Library
Saturday, May 9
2:00 to 3:00 PM
Join us for a dino-rific adventure! We’ll explore exciting books, sing catchy dinosaur songs, and create a fun dinosaur craft. Plus, we’ll hunt for a mysterious dinosaur egg- come see what it looks like! Don’t miss this roaring good time! Recommended for ages 2-5, but all are welcome at Patterson Branch Library, 1836 Parkway Drive. For more information, call 806-767-3300.
Chill & Spill at Patterson Branch Library
Saturday, May 9
3:00 to 5:00 PM
Join us for a fun afternoon! Create a rose bear craft with aluminum foil and tissue paper from 3-4 PM, then relax during the Chill & Spill hour from 4-5 PM. It’s a great chance to craft, unwind, and connect with friends! Don’t miss out! For ages 13-18. Ages 11-12 are welcome with parent permission at Patterson Branch Library, 1836 Parkway Drive. For more information, call 806-767-3300.