Have you been vowing forever to write your story? Our Writing Workshop series with legendary Austin writer, Spike Gillespie, will get you started. You'll feel safe, inspired, and eager to write. In short: You'll be so glad you joined us! MORE INFORMATION: http://library.austintexas.gov/event/writing/write-spike-writing-workshops-spike-gillespie-7738258

Facilitator: Spike Gillespie

Attendee Limit: 70 Attendees / Registration REQUIRED / https://www.eventbrite.com/e/write-with-spike-writing-workshops-with-spike-gillespie-tickets-753372556597

Come to the library after school to play games, eat snacks, and relax. MORE INFORMATION: http://library.austintexas.gov/event/youth-programs-workshops/teen-space-7736304

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 68 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

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! This month we'll learn how to create a tiny watercolor kit and learn how to paint a beautiful night sky, constellations and all!  If the registration is full, please come anyways since we usually have cancellations! MORE INFORMATION: http://library.austintexas.gov/event/crafty-adult/crafty-adult-constellation-watercolor-art-7734759

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 24 Attendees / Registration REQUIRED / https://www.eventbrite.com/e/709630693507

Storytime programs introduce young children to books, rhymes, music and other fun activities. Austin Public Library offers programs matched to the typical attention spans and developmental levels of different ages of children.

Los programas de Cuentos introducen a los niños a libros, rimas, música y otras actividades divertidas. La Biblioteca Pública de Austin ofrece programas que coinciden con los niveles de desarrollo y la capacidad de atención típica de niños de diferentes edades. La mayoría de los programas se presentarán en inglés, pero pueden ser disfrutados por personas que hablan otras lenguas.

Designed for young learners, Imagination Station encourages learning through play. Explore the arts, practice your motor skills, and start your STEM exploration. Recommended for ages 2-5.

MORE INFORMATION: http://library.austintexas.gov/event/storytimes/preschool-imagination-station-7740851

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 68 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

Playing is learning! Play is a great way to help develop and reinforce early literacy skills. This come-and-go program is designed to give caregivers and their children time to explore together. Toys, board books, and a weekly craft will be provided. MORE INFORMATION: http://library.austintexas.gov/event/early-literacy-playgroup/early-literacy-playgroup-7740792

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 75 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

The South Austin Basket Weavers meet each Friday to explore various techniques in basket weaving. Sessions are free and members can connect newcomers to more information and resources. MORE INFORMATION: http://library.austintexas.gov/event/making-crafting/south-austin-basket-weavers-7740631

Facilitator: South Austin Basket Weavers

Attendee Limit: 70 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

Library programs and workshops reflect the creative endeavors and diverse interests of the Austin community.
Bilingual Yoga for all levels: a practice that focuses on body awareness and connection with the breath. Aligning our movement with our breath will allow us to connect deeply with our body, mind, and soul. This class offers gentle movement and time for meditation and relaxation. 

Yoga Bilingue para todos los niveles de experiencia: una práctica que se enfoca en traer la atención al cuerpo y a la respiración. Alineando nuestro movimiento con nuestra respiración nos permitirá conectarnos profundamente con nuestro cuerpo, mente y alma. Esta clase ofrece movimiento gentil y tiempo de meditación y relajación.

Please bring a thin yoga mat if you have one and wear comfortable clothes. The Library will have a few mats to share.

MORE INFORMATION: http://library.austintexas.gov/event/programs-workshops/yoga-andy-7744181

Facilitator: Yoga Instructor Andy

Attendee Limit: 25 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

Join us each month as we travel the world and explore the past through fiction. MORE INFORMATION: http://library.austintexas.gov/event/book-clubs/historical-fiction-book-club-7742531

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 70 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

Practiquemos Español is not a Spanish class, but rather a place to fine-tune your Spanish in a relaxed environment under the guidance of a Spanish-speaking facilitator. Participants will need to know a little Spanish to participate. MORE INFORMATION: http://library.austintexas.gov/event/practiquemos-espanol/practiquemos-espanol-7742808

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 40 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

Join us for a storytime program in American Sign Language with Rebecca Giuntoli, Miss Austin 2024! Rebecca proudly represents the Deaf and Disabled Community and promotes the Blue-Collar Trades as a welder and civil engineering student. Rebecca will be here at the Southeast Branch Library on Thursday, March 7th to share a story about the amazing trade workers who build our world. This event will be conducted in ASL and English, with an ASL interpreter. Children ages 0-11 and their families are welcome. MORE INFORMATION: https://library.austintexas.gov/event/storytimes/asl-storytime-miss-austin-rebecca-giuntoli-7745310

Facilitator: Rebecca Giuntoli (Miss Austin 2024)

Attendee Limit: 68 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

With Legos, you can build anything you can imagine and tell any story you can dream up. Come to the Lego Lab to hear, see, make, and create different stories, all while building with Legos provided by the Library! Program length can vary, please call branch for details. Recommended for ages 3 and up. MORE INFORMATION: https://library.austintexas.gov/event/lego-lab/lego-lab-7744982

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 50 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

In Teen Code Club tweens and teens (ages 11-15) learn to code virtual and physical self-driving cars in Python using Master AI, Inc’s AutoAuto learning platform. No prior coding knowledge is needed. Necessary software, hardware, and snacks are provided. Coding sessions are self-paced and materials are available in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. Sessions will take place at 4-5PM on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month, in Southeast Branch’s Meeting Room #1. Space is limited.

Pre-registration is required. Contact the Southeast Branch (512-974-8840) to register. Please notify the program coordinator if you will miss multiple sessions in a row.

MORE INFORMATION: https://library.austintexas.gov/event/youth-programs-workshops/teen-code-club-7745264

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 68 Attendees / Registration REQUIRED / Please contact the Southeast Branch at (512) 974-8840 to register.

Come to the library after school to play games, eat snacks, and relax. MORE INFORMATION: http://library.austintexas.gov/event/youth-programs-workshops/teen-space-7736303

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 68 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

This all ages storytime uses both English and Spanish to present books, rhymes and songs. Some material is presented in English while other material is presented in Spanish, allowing for a natural transition between stories and activities and exposing children to both languages in an inviting environment. Recommended for ages 0 to 5. Program length can vary.

Esta hora de cuentos es para niños menores de 5 años y sus cuidadores. Se presentarán libros, rimas, y canciones en inglés y en español. Presentaremos algunas cosas en inglés y otras en español empapando a los niños en los dos idiomas.

MORE INFORMATION: https://library.austintexas.gov/event/spanish-english-storytime/spanish-english-storytime-7744981

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 50 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

Learn to download books and use digital Library resources. Bring in your tablet, smartphone or eReader for help navigating the Virtual Library, downloading eBooks, audiobooks, digital magazines and more! Tech Time sessions take place at various Austin Public Library locations throughout town. Drop in anytime during the session. The estimated setup time for each device is about 20 minutes. MORE INFORMATION: http://library.austintexas.gov/event/tech-time/tech-savvy-seniors-7742762

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 40 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

The Library offers free programs and workshops to help you improve your health and well-being throughout the year. Join us for some mindful movement on the 1st Thursday of each month. This class will focus on strengthening and stretching the body, cultivating a calm and centered mind and breathing. We will make use of blocks, straps, the wall, and chairs to support healthy alignment and relaxation. Students with all levels of experience are welcome! Please bring a thin yoga mat if you have one and wear comfortable clothes. The Library will have a few mats to share. MORE INFORMATION: http://library.austintexas.gov/event/health-wellness/yoga-katherine-7737127

Facilitator: Yoga Instructor Katherine

Attendee Limit: 40 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-7742476

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 70 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

Join us as we explore reads from across the rainbow and celebrate all types of LGBTQ+ pride! MORE INFORMATION: http://library.austintexas.gov/event/book-clubs/reading-rainbow-book-club-south-7740995

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 25 Attendees / Registration REQUIRED / https://www.eventbrite.com/e/in-person-virtual-reading-the-rainbow-book-club-south-tickets-733145346467

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-7743110

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 39 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

Digital Literacy "Tertulias" - Have questions on Microsoft Office applications like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or Google Workspace applications like Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides, or about digital literacy and computers in general? Join us for a Q&A session with Jose Vega, a retired software development industry veteran dedicated to sharing his experiences to help address the digital literacy divide, especially in the adult Spanish-speaking community in Central Texas. Sessions will be bilingual (Spanish and English). "Tertulia" = an informal meeting of people to talk about current affairs, arts, etc.

Tertulias de Computacion: ¿Tiene preguntas sobre aplicaciones de Microsoft Office como Word, Excel, PowerPoint o aplicaciones de Google Workspace como Google Docs, Sheets y Slides, o computadoras en general? Únase a nosotros para una sesión de preguntas y respuestas con José Vega, un veterano retirado de la industria del desarrollo de software dedicado a compartir sus experiencias para ayudar a cerrar la brecha de alfabetización digital, especialmente en la comunidad adulta de habla hispana en el centro de Texas. Las sesiones serán bilingües (español e inglés). "Tertulia" = reunión informal de personas para hablar de temas de actualidad, arte, etc.

Facilitator: Jose Vega

Attendee Limit: NO LIMIT / Registration NOT REQUIRED

Come to the library after school to play games, eat snacks, and relax. MORE INFORMATION: http://library.austintexas.gov/event/youth-programs-workshops/teen-space-7736302

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 68 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-7742336

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 70 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

Digital Literacy "Tertulias" - Have questions on Microsoft Office applications like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or Google Workspace applications like Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides, or about digital literacy and computers in general? Join us for a Q&A session with Jose Vega, a retired software development industry veteran dedicated to sharing his experiences to help address the digital literacy divide, especially in the adult Spanish-speaking community in Central Texas. Sessions will be bilingual (Spanish and English). "Tertulia" = an informal meeting of people to talk about current affairs, arts, etc.

Tertulias de Computacion: ¿Tiene preguntas sobre aplicaciones de Microsoft Office como Word, Excel, PowerPoint o aplicaciones de Google Workspace como Google Docs, Sheets y Slides, o computadoras en general? Únase a nosotros para una sesión de preguntas y respuestas con José Vega, un veterano retirado de la industria del desarrollo de software dedicado a compartir sus experiencias para ayudar a cerrar la brecha de alfabetización digital, especialmente en la comunidad adulta de habla hispana en el centro de Texas. Las sesiones serán bilingües (español e inglés). "Tertulia" = reunión informal de personas para hablar de temas de actualidad, arte, etc.

Facilitator: Jose Vega

Attendee Limit: NO LIMIT / 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-7742335

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 70 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

This all ages storytime uses both English and Spanish to present books, rhymes and songs. Some material is presented in English while other material is presented in Spanish, allowing for a natural transition between stories and activities and exposing children to both languages in an inviting environment. Recommended for ages 0 to 5. Program length can vary.

Esta hora de cuentos es para niños menores de 5 años y sus cuidadores. Se presentarán libros, rimas, y canciones en inglés y en español. Presentaremos algunas cosas en inglés y otras en español empapando a los niños en los dos idiomas.

MORE INFORMATION: http://library.austintexas.gov/event/spanish-english-storytime/spanish-english-storytime-7743027

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 68 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

Bring your favorite little one to stretch, sing, dance & explore music with rhythm instruments! Program length can vary. Focuses on the Sing and Play recommendations for early literacy which helps develops gross motor skills, listening skills, and social skills, while introducing new vocabulary. Recommended for ages 5 and under. MORE INFORMATION: https://library.austintexas.gov/event/music-movement/music-movement-7744980

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 50 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

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: http://library.austintexas.gov/event/all-ages-storytime/all-ages-storytime-7740777

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 75 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

Practiquemos Español is not a Spanish class, but rather a place to fine-tune your Spanish in a relaxed environment under the guidance of a Spanish-speaking facilitator. Participants will need to know a little Spanish to participate. MORE INFORMATION: http://library.austintexas.gov/event/practiquemos-espanol/practiquemos-espanol-7743163

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 39 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED

Join us this month to make your own zipper pouch with a phrase or image cut from our Cricuts! Fill it with fun self-care goodies. Please register to secure a bag! If you are registered please arrive on time. Seats will be given away ten minutes after starting time. MORE INFORMATION: https://library.austintexas.gov/event/crafty-adult/crafty-adult-diy-self-care-pouches-7745057

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 25 Attendees / Registration REQUIRED / https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-crafty-adult-diy-self-care-pouches-tickets-839128755697

Come to the library after school to play games, eat snacks, and relax. MORE INFORMATION: http://library.austintexas.gov/event/youth-programs-workshops/teen-space-7736301

Facilitator: Library Staff

Attendee Limit: 68 Attendees / Registration NOT REQUIRED