Title: Music by the Fire

Date: Thursday, December 21, 2023
Time: 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Presenter: Sue Biggs (Central Peninsula Strings) sbiggs@gci.net,
Location: Fireplace
Audiences: Adults, Children, Pre-teens, Teens
Categories: Social
Registration: Registration is required for this event.

Description: Experience the soothing embrace of live music by the fireplace with different local musicians throughout the evening.
Experienced musicians of all ages are welcome to sign-up for a time slot. Call the service desk to inquire!

Title: Winter Scavenger Hunt

Date: Friday, December 15th – Jaunuary 2nd
Time: All Day Event
Location: Children's Area
Audiences: Children, Pre-teens, Teens
Categories: MISC.
Description: Find all the winter themed pictures to figure out the hidden message! This scavenger hunt will be available for all ages throughout Winter Break!

Title: Tween Scene: Extended Edition

Date: Friday, December 22, 2023
Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: Community Room
Audiences: Pre-teens
Categories: Social
Registration: Registration is required for this event.

Description: Tweens ages 10-14 years are invited to enjoy video games, crafts, Lego Bricks, popcorn, and more! Due to winter break, this program is a special two hours! Drop in any time.

Title: Noon-Year's Eve Story Time

Date: Saturday, December 30, 2023
Time: 11:30am - 12:00pm
Presenter: Linda (co-organizer) & Jennifer (training)
Location: Community Room
Audiences: Children, Pre-teens
Categories: Story Time
Registration: Registration is required for this event.

Description: Ring in the new year at our 8th annual NOON-Year's Eve celebration! All families are welcome to enjoy stories, songs, and a craft before the big countdown to Noon!

Title: Cool Kid Crafts! - Snowman

Date: Friday, January 5, 2024
Time: 10:30am - 11:30am
Location: Community Room
Audiences: Children
Categories: Arts & Crafts
Registration: Registration is required for this event.

Description: Toddlers and preschoolers can drop in anytime to practice their writing, gluing, and scissor skills to make a jolly snowman with their name on it! This program is designed for kids ages 2-5 years.

Title: Armchair Travel: Brazil

Date: Tuesday, January 9, 2024
Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Location: Community Room
Audiences: Adults
Categories: Informational Classes, Social
Registration: Registration is required for this event.

Description: Come virtually experience one of the world's most captivating places and have a chance to win a souvinere. Jo Nutter, who was born and raised in North-East Brazil, will share pictures, videos, and snacks from her home country!

Title: Soldotna Library Friends Annual Membership Meeting

Date: Wednesday, January 10, 2024
Time: 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Location: Community Room
Audiences: Adults
Categories: Civic Engagement
Description: 2024 Annual Membership meeting. All Friends and members of the public are welcome to join us as we reflect on past projects, and discuss future programs.

Title: STEM @ Your Library: Melting Oobleck

Date: Thursday, January 11, 2024
Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: Community Room
Audiences: Children
Categories: STEM
Registration: Registration is required for this event.

Description: Learn about non-Newtonian forces while trying to beat the clock! This program is designed for ages 5+. Registration appreciated but not required.

Title: Tween Scene

Date: Friday, January 12, 2024
Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: Community Room
Audiences: Pre-teens
Categories: Social
Registration: Registration is required for this event.

Description: Are you between the ages of 10-14? Do you like video games, crafts, card games, and eating popcorn while just hanging out? Come chill with us during the Tween Scene! Be sure to register to save your seat!
Title: Used Book & Art Sale

Date: Thursday, January 25, 2024
Time: 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Location: Basement
Audiences: Adults, Children, Library, Pre-teens, Teens
Categories: Book & Art Sale
Registration: Registration is required for this event.

Description: Used Book and Art Sale in the library basement bookstore. Gently used books and art are available at bargain prices. Paperback books are 25 cents each or 5 for $1. Hardcover books are only $1. We have a beautiful assortment of baskets for $1 each. Buy one of our heavy canvas book bags for $20 and fill it with books for free. Refill it at every book sale for $5. This is an incredible bargain - these bags hold a lot of books.
Visit our website at www.SoldotnaLibraryFriends.com for information about donating books, book sale dates for 2024, volunteer opportunities, and tons of information about our non-profit organization.
Title: Banned Book Club

Date: Thursday, January 25, 2024
Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: Community Room
Audiences: Adults
Categories: Book Club
Registration: Registration is required for this event.

Description: Join us to discuss the poem "Howl" by Allen Ginsburg, its censorship, and the value of our intellectual freedom.
Title: Tween Scene

Date: Friday, January 26, 2024
Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: Community Room
Audiences: Pre-teens
Categories: Social
Registration: Registration is required for this event.

Description: Are you between the ages of 10-14? Do you like video games, crafts, card games, and eating popcorn while just hanging out? Come chill with us during the Tween Scene! Be sure to register to save your seat!
Title: Cozy Crafters

Date: Monday, January 29, 2024
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Location: Community Room
Audiences: Adults
Categories: Arts & Crafts
Registration: Registration is required for this event.

Description: Drop in once a month to work on your unfinished projects or snag a take and make craft bag and enjoy a quiet space while working with other crafters!
Basic crafting supplies will be available.

Title: Toddler Story Time

Date: Tuesdays
Time: 10:30am - 11:00am
Audiences: Children
Categories: Story Time
Description: We're excited to get up and get moving at the library with stories, songs, and silly fun that encourages your toddler's language skills!

Title: Lego Club

Date: Tuesdays
Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: Community Room
Audiences: Children, Pre-teens
Categories: MISC., STEM
Description: Tell your stories and build your world with LEGO® bricks. Bring a friend and let your imagination go wild. Adult supervision needed for those under the age of 10.

Title: Bouncing Babies Story Time

Date: Wednesdays
Time: 10:30am - 11:00am
Location: Community Room
Audiences: Children
Categories: Story Time
Description: Sing, play, and read at Bouncing Babies story time. This story time is designed for 18months and younger.

Title: Teen Lounge

Date: Wednesdays
Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: Basement
Audiences: Teens
Categories: Social
Description: Teen Lounge is a weekly hang-out program for teens. Join us in-person for video games, board games, NERF® battles, study sessions, crafts, and other fun activities!

Title: Pre-School Story Time

Date: Thursdays
Time: 10:30am - 11:00am
Location: Children's Area
Audiences: Children
Categories: Story Time
Description: We are excited to share stories, sing songs, and explore other learning fun together at the library!