Join us for conversations about disability justice, highlighting the perspectives of intersectional disabled writers & thinkers! MORE INFORMATION: http://library.austintexas.gov/event/book-clubs/disability-dialogues-book-club-7743137

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 50 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

Join us for an afternoon of friendship bracelet crafting! We'll have elastics and beads galore so you can create the perfect bracelet to keep or give to a friend! MORE INFORMATION: http://library.austintexas.gov/event/youth-programs-workshops/get-crafty-friendship-bracelets-7743005

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 50 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

Join us for an exhilarating journey into the world of Irish Dance! Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this class is perfect for adults looking to learn traditional Irish dance steps and techniques. Led by world champion Irish dancer Eimir Ni Mhaoileidigh , you'll immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of Irish dance while getting a great workout and having fun.

Attendee Limit: 20 Attendees / Registration REQUIRED / Please Email to Register - irishdancecenter@gmail.com

Meet the Author events provide an opportunity to hear a writer read their work aloud and discuss it with an audience. Join us for a reading followed by a Q&A session with author and illustrator Aaliya Jaleel! Attendees may bring their own copies of Jaleel's books if they wish to have them signed. Books will not be sold at this event. MORE INFORMATION: http://library.austintexas.gov/event/meet-author/meet-author-aaliya-jaleel-7743900

Facilitator: Aaliya Jaleel

Attendee Limit: 65 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

Join the student artists of Cedars International Academy as they open their literacy-themed art exhibit at the Little Walnut Creek Branch of the Austin Public Library. Light refreshments provided. Art will remain on display through March.
Únase a los estudiantes artistas de Cedars International Academy en la inauguración de su exhibición de arte cen la sucursal de Little Walnut Creek de la Biblioteca Pública de Austin. Se proporcionan refrigerios ligeros. El arte permanecerá en exhibición hasta marzo.

MORE INFORMATION: https://library.austintexas.gov/event/celebrations/cedars-international-academy-art-gallery-7744618

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 50 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

Drop in and code with us! This spring series of Code Club will focus on all levels of Scratch. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, stop by any time between 2:30-4:30 pm on select Fridays and practice your Scratch coding skills! Recommended for ages 7-12. In partnership with Coderdojo Austin. MORE INFORMATION: http://library.austintexas.gov/event/youth-programs-workshops/milwood-code-club-7743463

Facilitator: Coderdojo Austin

Attendee Limit: 50 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

A lapsit storytime program especially for non-walking babies 0-12 months and their caregivers. Very short stories are interspersed with songs, rhymes, and fingerplays for babies and parents. A brief playtime follows. Program length can vary. MORE INFORMATION: http://library.austintexas.gov/event/books-and-babies/books-and-babies-7743074

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 60 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

This inclusive, abbreviated storytime is designed for early learners who benefit from reduced sensory input, including children with special needs. Storytime for children aged 5 and under and their parents, featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and crafts or other extension activities. Program length can vary. MORE INFORMATION: https://library.austintexas.gov/event/all-ages-storytime/inclusive-low-stimulation-storytime-7744555

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 50 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

Hungry for conversation? Drop in for open, public dialogue on a variety of topics and add to the diversity of perspectives. Join neighbors and make new friends at this bi-monthly casual social. Games, puzzles, and simple craft activities will be available as well as snacks and hot drinks. MORE INFORMATION: http://library.austintexas.gov/event/conversation-cafe/adult-morning-social-7742595

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 25 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

Learn about managing stress, self-care, and health and wellness!

Facilitator: Multiple sessions in English and Spanish

Attendee Limit: 150 Attendees (20 per session 150 cap for event) / Registration REQUIRED / Use this link to register - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeTc_zasZGvMhRdwovQEFVT992miqeXXAKJ99uzDE-4DvB3Bg/viewform

Do you put the adult in YA? Then YAFA is for you! Please join us for some excellent literary conversation.
Attention adults who are young at heart for YA books! Join us on March 7th to discuss Gather by Kenneth M. Cadow. Please register on Eventbrite to attend. Registration closes at 2:00 PM on March 7th. If you choose a virtual ticket, your book club moderator will email you an invitation to this event using your registration information. Please note: Austin Public Library will be hosting this event for in-person attendees and virtual attendees together! Take care when registering to look for the specific ticket type you want.

Need a refresher on joining a Microsoft Teams meeting? Check out these instructions. Other questions? Ask a Librarian.

MORE INFORMATION: http://library.austintexas.gov/event/ya-adults-book-club/person-and-virtual-ya-adults-book-club-gather-7743155

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 13 Attendees / Registration REQUIRED / https://www.eventbrite.com/e/771719342327

Are you a crafter? Do you wish you were a crafter? We’ll focus on a different craft every month; we’ll learn the basics, we’ll learn the ins and outs, and then we’ll let loose. Come learn with us! MORE INFORMATION: http://library.austintexas.gov/event/crafty-adult/crafty-adult-7742991

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 50 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

Join us at the Windsor Park Library for a night of Authentic Relating Games and practice feeling human. This will be a facilitated flow of interactive activities designed to build connection, understanding, and empathy.
Youth and adults alike are out of practice in slowing down, not taking time to celebrate ourselves and others, building barriers of judgment and assumptions. The truth is, we’re all humans just wanting to connect and be seen. Enter as strangers and leave feeling like friends. Recommended for ages 10 and up. Refreshments provided. MORE INFORMATION: https://library.austintexas.gov/event/youth-programs-workshops/authentic-relating-7745314

Facilitator: Wilde Parry

Attendee Limit: 33 / Registration NOT REQUIRED

Learn to create effective resumes and avoid common pitfalls using Google Docs templates. Computers and Wi-Fi are available. Feel free to bring your own device. *A free google account is required.* Class is bilingual (Spanish) / La clase es bilingüe (español).

Aprenda a crear currículums efectivos y evite errores comunes usando las plantillas de Google Docs. Computadoras y Wi-Fi están disponibles. Siéntase libre de traer su propio dispositivo. *Se requiere una cuenta gratuita de Google.*

MORE INFORMATION: http://library.austintexas.gov/event/business-careers/resume-workshop-taller-de-curriculum-7734533

Register below / Regístrese a continuación
Spaces are limited / Los espacios son limitados

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 8 Attendees / Registration REQUIRED / https://www.eventbrite.com/e/resume-workshop-taller-de-curriculum-tickets-808337618577

We are targeting the newcomer families to Burnet from outside of the United States. This is mostly immigrant families from Central and South America including Mexico. We are providing an opportunity for the families to meet with agencies and organizations that can help them navigate the educational system at Burnet and our High School, Navarro Early College High School. We will hold a workshop to inform students and parents about how to prepare for High School while in Middle School.

Facilitator: Brianna Rivas / Austin Voices for Education and Youth @ Burnet Middle School

Attendee Limit: 150 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

Play MarioKart, Super Smash Bros on our Switch, or FIFA, NBA 2K24, or Madden NFL 24 on our new PS5! Ages 10 to 18 only¡Juega MarioKart, Super Smash Bros o muchos otros juegos en nuestro nueva PS5 y Nintendo Switch! Sólo de 10 a 18 años. MORE INFORMATION: http://library.austintexas.gov/event/gaming/videogame-freeplay-7741911

Facilitator: Library staff

Attendee Limit: 50 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

Learn to play chess! Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Recommended for ages 10 and up. MORE INFORMATION: https://library.austintexas.gov/event/chess-club/chess-club-7744727

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 25 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

A lapsit storytime program especially for non-walking babies 0-12 months and their caregivers. Very short stories are interspersed with songs, rhymes, and fingerplays for babies and parents. A brief playtime follows. Program length can vary. MORE INFORMATION: https://library.austintexas.gov/event/books-and-babies/books-and-babies-7744540

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 50 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

Japanese culture presentation, bilingual storytime, origami crafts, calligraphy.

Attendee Limit: NO LIMIT

Learn basic techniques for working with alcohol inks and take home your finished work. This program is intended for beginners who would like to explore a new medium--no art experience is necessary to create these simple projects. MORE INFORMATION: https://library.austintexas.gov/event/crafty-adult/crafty-adult-alcohol-ink-7745194

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 35 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

A lapsit storytime program especially for non-walking babies 0-12 months and their caregivers. Very short stories are interspersed with songs, rhymes, and fingerplays for babies and parents. A brief playtime follows. Program length can vary. MORE INFORMATION: https://library.austintexas.gov/event/books-and-babies/books-and-babies-7744533

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 50 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

Storytime for preschoolers aged 3-5 and their parents featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and crafts. Program length can vary. MORE INFORMATION: http://library.austintexas.gov/event/preschool-storytime/preschool-storytime-7743064

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 60 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

A storytime program designed for toddlers aged 1 to 3 years and their parents, featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and games. Program length can vary. MORE INFORMATION: http://library.austintexas.gov/event/toddler-storytime/toddler-storytime-7743063

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 60 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

If you need assistance to prepare your taxes, we've got you covered. AARP membership is not required. No income restrictions for simpler returns. Make an appointment here: https://bit.ly/48LIkPE

Make sure you bring the following:
• Photo ID
• Social Security for each person on return
• Tax documents for current year
• Copy of last year's return

For more information: http://library.austintexas.gov/event/finance/free-tax-aide-aarp-7743479

Facilitator: AARP

Attendee Limit: 6 Attendees / Registration REQUIRED / https://bit.ly/48LIkPE

If you need assistance to prepare your taxes, we've got you covered. AARP membership is not required. No income restrictions for simpler returns.

Make sure you bring the following:
• Photo ID
• Social Security for each person on return
• Tax documents for current year
• Copy of last year's return

Internet access to IRS forms --- www.irs.gov – is available at all Library locations. Printouts are 20 cents per page. MORE INFORMATION: https://library.austintexas.gov/event/finance/free-tax-aide-aarp-7744513

Facilitator: AARP

Attendee Limit: 8 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

Improve your English conversation. ¡Mejore su conversación en inglés!
Come to Talk Time to practice your English conversation skills with other English language learners and English-speaking volunteers in an informal and safe space. No registration is necessary.

Participe en Talk Time: Hablemos Inglés, un programa gratis de La Biblioteca Pública de Austin, donde usted puede venir a conversar en inglés y así practicar y sentirse más seguro. No es necesario registrarse. Este programa se ofrece a cualquier adulto que hable algo de inglés y que quiera practicarlo con otros en un lugar informal y sin presiones. MORE INFORMATION: http://library.austintexas.gov/event/talk-time/talk-time-7744383

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 60 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

During a single weekend, college professor Grady Tripp scrambles to gather together a life that has suddenly reeled out of control. An unfinished novel, a stolen car, a murdered pet and a failing marriage are just a few of the crises piling up. Join us for a movie screening. Watch and discover new films at the Austin Public Library. Recommended for ages 18 and up. MORE INFORMATION: https://library.austintexas.gov/event/movies/weeknight-cinema-teacher-troubles-7745284

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 52 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

Join us for free ESL Classes every Wednesday evening, 6 – 7:30 p.m. No registration is required. For Adults 18+. Children will not be allowed in the class. Adults 18+. Children will not be allowed in the class. MORE INFORMATION: http://library.austintexas.gov/event/programs-workshops/free-esl-classes-spicewood-springs-7743244

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 25 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

A lapsit storytime program especially for non-walking babies 0-12 months and their caregivers. Very short stories are interspersed with songs, rhymes, and fingerplays for babies and parents. A brief playtime follows. Program length can vary. MORE INFORMATION: http://library.austintexas.gov/event/steeped-books/love-books-club-7742593

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 25 Attendees / Registration REQUIRED / https://www.eventbrite.com/e/for-the-love-of-books-club-a-no-homework-book-club-tickets-709505539167

Improve your English conversation. ¡Mejore su conversación en inglés!

Come to Talk Time to practice your English conversation skills with other English language learners and English-speaking volunteers in an informal and safe space. No registration is necessary.

Participe en Talk Time: Hablemos Inglés, un programa gratis de La Biblioteca Pública de Austin, donde usted puede venir a conversar en inglés y así practicar y sentirse más seguro. No es necesario registrarse. Este programa se ofrece a cualquier adulto que hable algo de inglés y que quiera practicarlo con otros en un lugar informal y sin presiones.

MORE INFORMATION: http://library.austintexas.gov/event/talk-time/talk-time-spicewood-springs-7743175

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 65 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED