LUBBOCK, Texas — The Lubbock Public Library is excited to announce their upcoming events for the week of Monday, October 12, through Saturday, October 17. The full schedule of events can be found below:

Have Your Say with Our First Annual Citizen Survey!
Help us plan for the future as we work to evaluate services, define goals, and better understand our community’s needs. All you have to do is fill out a short survey! The link to the survey can be found at lubbocklibrary.com

Parenting Cottage Storytime at Mahon Library
Monday, October 12
10:30 to 11:00 AM
Join us for a special storytime at Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street.  Each family will receive a free copy of the book read while supplies last courtesy of the Parenting Cottage. For more information, call 806-775-2835.

Baby Storytime at Groves Branch Library
Monday, October 12
2:00 to 2:30 PM
Join us every 2nd Monday at Groves Branch Library, 5520 19th 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 and their caregivers only. For more information, call 806-775-3723.

The Sustainable Food Center’s The Happy Kitchen at Patterson Branch Library
Monday, October 12
6:00 to 7:30 PM
Cooking classes meet weekly for 1 hour and 30 minutes for 6 consecutive weeks. Class time focuses on sharing nutrition information and a cooking demo. Participants will get free ingredients to practice the recipes at home. You must register for the entire 6-week class series. Limited spots are available. For ages 18 and up. For more information, call 806-767-3300.


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Family LEGO Night at Groves Branch Library
Monday, October 12
6:30 to 8:00 PM
Use your imagination to create items made out of LEGOs. LEGOs will be provided! Fun for the entire family at Groves Branch Library, 5520 19th Street. For more information, call 806-775-3723.

Preschool Storytime at Mahon Library
Tuesday, October 13
10:30 to 11:30 AM
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 at Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street. For more information, call 806-775-2835.

Knit & Crochet With Us at Groves Branch Library
Tuesday, October 13
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.

After-School Storytime at Patterson Branch Library
Tuesday, October 13
3:30 to 4:30 PM
Join us for an after-school program 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 at Patterson Branch Library, 1836 Parkway Drive. For more information, call 806-767-3300.

Mad Scientist Club at Patterson Branch Library
Tuesday, October 13
4:30 to 5:30 PM
Join the Mad Scientist Club for a spooky challenge! We’ll create spider webs using materials like pipe cleaners and yarn and then test their strength with toy spiders and other objects. Wear your Halloween costume and enjoy Halloween-themed snacks. Don’t miss out on the fun! All ages are welcome at Patterson Branch Library, 1836 Parkway Drive. For more information, call 806-767-3300.

Glimpses of Lubbock History at Groves Branch Library
Tuesday, October 13
7:00 to 8:00 PM
Learn about Lubbock and West Texas history with the Lubbock County Historical Commission. For ages 18 and up at Groves Branch Library, 5520 19th Street. For more information, call 806-775-3723.

Hub City Book Club: Ch. 2 (Bilingual) at Maggie Trejo Supercenter
Wednesday, October 14
10:30 to 11:30 AM
This bilingual book club is in partnership with Lubbock Parks and Recreation and will be held at the Maggie Trejo Supercenter, 3200 Amherst Street. This month we will discuss “Murder on the Orient Express” by Agatha Christie. Copies of next month’s title “One For the Money” by Janet Evanovich are available for checkout. For more information, please call Parks and Rec at 806-775-2661 or the Mahon Library at 806-775-2835.

Preschool Storytime at Groves Branch Library
Wednesday, October 14
10:30 to 11:30 AM
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 at Groves Branch Library, 5520 19th Street. For more information, call 806-775-3723.

Tiny Tots Pajama Party Storytime at Godeke Branch Library
Wednesday, October 14
12:30 to 1:00 PM
Come to the Godeke Branch Library, 5034 Frankford Avenue, for a storytime and a free book, courtesy of Literacy Lubbock. This week we’ll be having a special Pajama Party, so wear your pajamas and bring your favorite stuffy for a cozy fun time! For more information, call Literacy Lubbock at 806-775-3636.

The Sustainable Food Center’s The Happy Kitchen at Patterson Branch Library
Wednesday, October 14
1:00 to 2:30 PM
Cooking classes meet weekly for 1 hour and 30 minutes for 6 consecutive weeks. Class time focused on sharing nutrition information and a cooking demo. Participants will get free ingredients to practice the recipes at home. You must register for the entire 6-week class series. Limited spots are available. For ages 18 and up. For more information, call 806-767-3300.

Senior Day Out at Patterson Branch Library
Wednesday, October 14
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 gel air fresheners, mixing colors and scents to create unique fragrances. It’s a great chance to take home a personal touch of freshness. For more information, call 806-767-3300.

Autumn Brooms at Mahon Library
Wednesday, October 14
6:00 to 7:30 PM
Welcome fall by creating a rustic autumn broom using twigs, jute thread, dried flowers, and seasonal charms. This beginner-friendly craft is perfect for adding a cozy fall décor to your collection. All supplies are provided. For ages 18 and up at Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street. For more information, call 806-775-2835.

Baby Storytime at Mahon Library
Thursday, October 15
10:00 to 10:30 AM
Join us every 1st & 3rd 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 and their caregivers only. For more information, call 806-775-2835.

Preschool Storytime at Godeke Branch Library
Thursday, October 15
10:30 to 11:30 AM
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 at Godeke Branch Library, 5034 Frankford Avenue. For more information, call 806-775-3362.

Tiny Tots Storytime at Groves Branch Library
Thursday, October 15
11:00 to 11:30 AM
Come to the Groves Branch Library, 5520 19th Street, for a storytime and a free book, courtesy of Literacy Lubbock. For more information, call Literacy Lubbock at 806-775-3636.


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Story Ballet at Mahon Library
Thursday, October 15
2:00 to 3:00 PM
Step into a world of magic and creativity with the Children’s Ballet Program from Ballet Lubbock. They’ll learn the fundamentals of classical techniques in ballet, such as the posture, arm and feet positions. Then learn the stories, artists, dances, and composers of the great classical ballets. For ages 3-5 at Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street. For more information, call 806-775-2835.

Game On at Patterson Branch Library
Thursday, October 15
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

Parenting Cottage Storytime at Groves Branch Library
Friday, October 16
10:30 to 11:00 AM
Join us for a special storytime at Groves Branch Library, 5520 19th Street. Each family will receive a free copy of the book read while supplies last courtesy of the Parenting Cottage. For more information, call 806-775-3723.

Rubber Duck Costume Contest at Mahon Library
Saturday, October 17
3:30 to 4:30 PM
Can you turn an ordinary rubber duck into an undercover masterpiece? We will provide the duck and a variety of craft materials to create the ultimate secret identity! Afterwards, vote for the best-disguised duck to help crown the winner. This is a family program at Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street. For more information, call 806-775-2835.