Southwest Daytime Book Club: Lightning Strike

Let's Embroider Level 1 - Beginner Level

Sat, Sep 23, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Conference Room

Experience the joy and camaraderie of reading aloud a book with others at Y Read Book Club, hosted by the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA and the Southwest Library. Held at YMCA Conference Room. 18+

Sat, Sep 23, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Technology Classroom

Start hand embroidery today. Learn the basics of using a hoop and needles to create running, back and cross stitches to create a beautiful sampler.

Registration is now closed

Let's Knit a Bobble Sheep Pillow (4-Part) - Confident Beginner Level

Tue, Sep 26, 10:15am - 12:00pm

Technology Classroom

Take your knitting to the next level while knitting Purl Soho's Bobble Sheep pattern. Learn techniques such as bobble stitch, Provisional cast-on, picking up stitches, and more!.

Registration is now closed

Open Lab - Ask A Tech

Tue, Sep 26, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Technology Classroom

Are you stuck on a software-related project or simply need constructive ideas to get you started? Let us help! A technology trainer will be available to assist you in this open lab.

Let's Crochet Level 2 - Beginner Level

Wed, Sep 27, 10:15am - 12:00pm

Technology Classroom

Level up your crocheting. Learn how to create more open fabric with new stitches. Techniques include chaining up rows, as well as double and half double crochet stitches.

Microsoft Excel - Pivot Tables

Thu, Sep 28, 10:15am - 11:15am

Technology Classroom

Dread analyzing data? Simplify the process and create meaningful reports using the powerful PivotTable tools.

Thu, Sep 28, 10:30am - 10:55am

The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Recommended for children ages 3 to 5.

Microsoft Excel - Automate Tasks

Thu, Sep 28, 11:00am - 11:25am

The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.

Thu, Sep 28, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Technology Classroom

Automate everyday tasks with macros. Record data entry and formatting. Insert and modify objects to run macros without coding.

Southwest Daytime Book Club: - Down and Out in Paradise: The Life of Anthony Bourdain

Thu, Sep 28, 11:30am - 11:45am

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for babies 0-18 months.

Fri, Sep 29, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Conference Room

Join the Southwest Daytime Book Club to discuss Down and Out in Paradise: Life of Anthony Bourdain by Charles Leerhsen. Biography of the late celebrity chef and TV star. Registration req. 18+

Character Mailbox

Sat, Sep 30, All day

Stop by to write a postcard to our character of the month and drop it in our mailbox! The character mailbox helps encourage reading, writing, and creativity.

Sewing - Patterns and Fabric - Beginner Level

Sat, Sep 30, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Technology Classroom

Reading the hieroglyphics on a sewing pattern can be quite intimidating. Learn to read a professional sewing pattern, how to layout fabric and prepare material for a project.

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Let's Embroider Level 2 - Beginner Level

Sat, Sep 30, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Conference Room

Experience the joy and camaraderie of reading aloud a book with others at Y Read Book Club, hosted by the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA and the Southwest Library. Held at YMCA Conference Room. 18+

Sat, Sep 30, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Technology Classroom

Add to your stitch repertoire. Learn how to create French knots, chain stitches and satin stitches, while practicing the running and back stitches.

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Let's Crochet in the Round - Beginner Level

Tue, Oct 03, 10:15am - 12:15pm

Technology Classroom

Add to your project possibilities by crocheting in the round! Create amigurumi, hats, bowls and more. Learn how to create circles with increase stitches and use stitch markers to track your work.

Adobe Photoshop Level 1

Tue, Oct 03, 1:15pm - 2:45pm

Technology Classroom

Learn about the functionality of Photoshop and explore the environment. Become familiar with using selection and editing tools.

Offsite Event: Storytime at Bill Frederick Park

Wed, Oct 04, 10:00am - 10:45am

Near the Playground

Join us for an outdoor nature Storytime hosted near the playground at Bill Frederick Park. Small fee required to enter the park. Recommended for ages 0-12.

Microsoft Excel Level 1

Wed, Oct 04, 10:15am - 11:15am

Technology Classroom

Start using Excel today. Input, format and save data in spreadsheets. Calculate data with basic formulas.

Microsoft Excel Level 2

Wed, Oct 04, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Technology Classroom

Calculate data with basic functions SUM and AVERAGE. Use auto features including auto and flash fill to streamline your workflow.

iPad and iPhone - Basics

Thu, Oct 05, 10:15am - 11:15am

Technology Classroom

Get up and running with your new iPad or iPhone. Learn how to navigate an iPad and iPhone using gestures, install and organize apps, modify general and privacy settings and more.

Thu, Oct 05, 10:30am - 10:55am

The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Recommended for children ages 3 to 5.

Thu, Oct 05, 11:00am - 11:20am

The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.

iPad and iPhone - Productivity

Thu, Oct 05, 11:30am - 11:45am

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for babies 0-18 months.

Thu, Oct 05, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Technology Classroom

Get organized with your iPad or iPhone. Learn to create and edit events, reminders, lists and notes with Calendar, Reminders and Notes apps.

Offsite Event: Storytime at Bill Frederick Park

Sat, Oct 07, 10:00am - 10:45am

Near the Playground

Join us for an outdoor nature Storytime hosted near the playground at Bill Frederick Park. Small fee required to enter the park. Recommended for ages 0-12.

Beginner Line Dancing

Sat, Oct 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

Learn beginner line dances to all types of music and discover a great way to exercise and have fun. Partners not needed. Non-stick sole shoes recommended. 18+

Sewing - Easy Superhero Cape - Beginner Level

Sat, Oct 07, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Technology Classroom

Are you ready for Halloween? Join us to make this easy superhero cape for a quick and easy costume sizes kids-adults. Students are required to bring materials. See the description for details.

Family Fiber Arts: Candy Corn Bag

Sat, Oct 07, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Conference Room

Experience the joy and camaraderie of reading aloud a book with others at Y Read Book Club, hosted by the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA and the Southwest Library. Held at YMCA Conference Room. 18+

Book Page Roses

Sat, Oct 07, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Celebrate the library's 100th anniversary with art using book pages. All supplies provided.

Sat, Oct 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Technology Classroom

It's a Sweet Spooky Season with this cute and easy goody bag craft. Best for ages 6+. This program is intended for families, whatever family means to you!

Nature Walk Book Club - This Tender Land

Mon, Oct 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Join the Southwest Library for a walk outdoors at Nehrling Gardens followed by discussion of This Tender Land by William Kent Krueger. Registration required. 18+

Baby Bookworms

Mon, Oct 09, 11:00am - 11:30am

Read! Learn! Play! Introduce your baby to important literacy practices that encourage learning and developmental growth. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Caregiver Connect: Stay and Play

Mon, Oct 09, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Homeschool Meetup - Get Ready for the Eclipse!

Mon, Oct 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Get ready for the annular Solar Eclipse on Saturday, October 14th by learning more about eclipses and how to view them. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Let's Knit a Bobble Sheep Pillow (4-Part) - Confident Beginner Level

Tue, Oct 10, 10:15am - 12:00pm

Technology Classroom

Take your knitting to the next level while knitting Purl Soho's Bobble Sheep pattern. Learn techniques such as bobble stitch, Provisional cast-on, picking up stitches, and more!.

Registration is now closed

On the Farm with The Little Red Hen

Tue, Oct 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

Explore the farm with stories, interactive stations and a craft. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

Adobe Photoshop Level 2

Tue, Oct 10, 1:15pm - 2:45pm

Technology Classroom

Learn how to use layers, layer masks, free transform tools, and text tools. Become familiar with adding basic effects to images.

Microsoft Excel Level 3

Wed, Oct 11, 10:15am - 11:15am

Technology Classroom

Analyze data with COUNT functions and recommended charts. Use absolute and relative references to ensure your data is calculated accurately. Recommended Audience: Adult

Batty for Halloween

Wed, Oct 11, 11:00am - 11:45am

Learn about the secret life of bats in this program about the behaviors of bats through books, riddles, and a craft. Recommended for ages 18-36 months with a caregiver.

Microsoft Excel Level 4

Wed, Oct 11, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Technology Classroom

Format workbooks with frozen panes, headers and themes. Customize worksheets with sheet names, color coding and hidden sheets. Print your data for perfect reports and presentations.

Southwest LEGO® Club

Wed, Oct 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

The LEGO® Club at the Southwest Library invites you to come use your imaginations to build! Bricks will be provided but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Storytime Craft

Thu, Oct 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Drop-in before and after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

iPad and iPhone - Camera

Thu, Oct 12, 10:15am - 11:15am

Technology Classroom

Never miss out on capturing a memory with your iPad or iPhone. Learn about the camera options and modes and how to use them to take amazing photos. Perform simple edits to clean up your images.

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Thu, Oct 12, 10:30am - 10:55am

The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Recommended for children ages 3 to 5.

Thu, Oct 12, 11:00am - 11:20am

The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.

iPad and iPhone - Organize and Edit Photos

Thu, Oct 12, 11:30am - 11:45am

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for babies 0-18 months.

Thu, Oct 12, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Technology Classroom

Make finding your photos easy with your iPad or iPhone. Learn to organize photos into albums, moments and collections. Edit photos with filters and exposure tools to enhance your images.

Eclipse Viewing Party - Part of Our Eclipse Celebrations

Sat, Oct 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Step outside and view the eclipse in real time. Eclipse glasses will be provided.

Caregiver Connect: Stay and Play

Sat, Oct 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Conference Room

Experience the joy and camaraderie of reading aloud a book with others at Y Read Book Club, hosted by the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA and the Southwest Library. Held at YMCA Conference Room. 18+

Mama Gansa

Mon, Oct 16, 11:00am - 11:30am

A Spanish immersion Mother Goose on the Loose with interactive songs, rhymes and activities to grow your baby's early literacy and Spanish skills! Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Mon, Oct 16, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Homeschool Meetup: Project WILD -What Bear Goes Where?

Mon, Oct 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Could this bear live over there? Children will identify different species of bears and discover why some habitats are suitable for some animals and not for others. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Podcast Listening Club: Movies - History and Trends

Mon, Oct 16, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Join us at Foxtail Coffee Co. inside the Dr. Phillips YMCA to discuss Movies. Podcast list explores the history of movies and the trends in filmmaking. For ages 18+

Let's Crochet Ghosts - Beginner Level

Tue, Oct 17, 10:15am - 12:15pm

Technology Classroom

Apply in-the round techniques to crochet cut mini spooky ghosts.

Tales from the Pumpkin Patch

Tue, Oct 17, 11:00am - 11:45am

Preschoolers are invited to listen to stories and participate in interactive songs and activities to celebrate Halloween. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Adobe Photoshop Level 3

Tue, Oct 17, 1:15pm - 2:45pm

Technology Classroom

Learn how to add layer styles, custom shapes, gradients, and photo filters. Become familiar with adding advanced effects to images.

Microsoft Excel - Formulas and Functions

Wed, Oct 18, 10:15am - 11:15am

Technology Classroom

Calculate your data with formulas and functions. Use the Function Library to find the best fit for your project. Insert financial, logical, lookup, math and text functions.

100 Happy Haunts

Wed, Oct 18, 11:00am - 11:45am

Shriek with delight at this not-so-spooky event, celebrating 100 years of Happy Haunts at the library! Recommended for toddlers ages 18-36 months. Costumes encouraged.

Microsoft Excel - Automate Tasks

Wed, Oct 18, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Technology Classroom

Automate everyday tasks with macros. Record data entry and formatting. Insert and modify objects to run macros without coding.

Southwest LEGO® Club

Wed, Oct 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

The LEGO® Club at the Southwest Library invites you to come use your imaginations to build! Bricks will be provided but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Storytime Craft

Thu, Oct 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Drop-in before and after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

Microsoft Publisher Level 1

Thu, Oct 19, 10:15am - 11:15am

Technology Classroom

Learn publication concepts and terminology. Become familiar with the environment and explore pre-defined templates, formatting options and adding business information.

Thu, Oct 19, 10:30am - 10:55am

The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Recommended for children ages 3 to 5.

Thu, Oct 19, 11:00am - 11:20am

The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.

Microsoft Publisher Level 2

Thu, Oct 19, 11:30am - 11:45am

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for babies 0-18 months.

Thu, Oct 19, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Technology Classroom

Learn how to work with master pages, headers and footers, and how to customize your publications. Recommended Audience: Adult

Sewing - Witches Hat (2 Part) - Confident Beginner

Sat, Oct 21, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Technology Classroom

Create your own witch hat for Halloween. This easy to make witch hat uses three fat quarters, interfacing and bias tape. Students are required to bring materials. See description for details.