Off the Shelf - Garland Libraries - January-April 2024 by City of Garland, Texas

Garland Public Library

January-April 2024

PROGRAMS AND SERVICES FROM THE GARLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY

LIBRARY

In this Issue EARLY LITERACY (AGES 0-5)

FAMILIES

YOUNG AUDIENCES (AGES 6-12)

TWEEN AND TEEN AUDIENCES (AGES 10-17)

ADULT PROGRAMS (AGES 18+)

MAKER LAB (ADULTS & TEENS 13+)

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY

PROGRAMAS EN ESPAÑOL

FAQ

ON THE COVER: Garland library staff inviting residents to participate in a community mural behind the North Garland Library.

Off the Shelf is co-sponsored by Garland libraries and the Friends of the Library.

Library Locations 1 Central Library Express - 713 Austin St. Monday-Thursday

3 North Garland Library - 3845 N. Garland Ave.

9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Friday and Saturday Sunday

Tuesday and Thursday Wednesday, Friday and Saturday Sunday and Monday

10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 2 to 6 p.m.

2 South Garland Library - 4845 Broadway Blvd. Tuesday and Thursday Wednesday, Friday and Saturday Sunday and Monday

noon to 8 p.m. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. closed

4 Walnut Creek Branch - 3319 Edgewood Drive

noon to 8 p.m. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. closed

Tuesday and Thursday Wednesday, Friday and Saturday Sunday and Monday

noon to 8 p.m. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. closed

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EARLY LITERACY (AGES 0-5) SPRING STORYTIMES Jan. 8 through April 27

Baby Bounce & Read (birth-18 months) 10 a.m. Mondays Central Library Express 10 a.m. Wednesdays North Garland Library 10:15 a.m. Fridays South Garland Library Toddler Time (18-36 months) 10 a.m. Tuesdays Central Library Express 10 a.m. Fridays North Garland Library 11:15 a.m. Fridays South Garland Library

Preschool Discovery (3-5 years) 10 a.m. Thursdays Central Library Express 10:15 a.m. Wednesdays South Garland Library 11 a.m. Fridays North Garland Library Family Read & Play 10:30 a.m. Saturdays

Walnut Creek Branch Library

Cuentos y Cantos 10 a.m. Wednesdays Central Library Express 10:30 a.m. Fridays Walnut Creek Branch Library PAJAMA PARTY STORYTIME 6 p.m. Wednesdays, Jan. 17, Feb. 14, March 13, April 10 Central Library Express | 972-205-2517 Grab your favorite stuffie and put your jammies on, it’s time for a pajama party! Join us for evening storytimes, songs, rhymes and activities to support early literacy development.

PLAY & LEARN *Excludes major holidays 10 a.m. Fridays Jan. 12 through April 26 Central Library Express | 972-205-2517 Limited seating available. *Excludes April 6 11 a.m. Wednesdays Jan. 10 to April 24 North Garland Library | 972-205-2804 10 a.m. Saturdays Jan. 13 to April 27 South Garland Library | 972-205-3933 It’s playtime! Families can participate in Play & Learn, a weekly event where families with children ages 0 to 5 can enjoy an assortment of toys, games and activities that foster imagination, creativity and problem-solving. 4 | off the shelf | January-April 2024 | Library.GarlandTX.gov

LITTLE KID OBSTACLE COURSE 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 20 South Garland Library | 972-205-3934 Let’s get moving! Hop, skip, crawl and roll through our fun obstacle course designed for families with little ones! There will be a course for toddlers, preschoolers and a special baby gym just for our littlest library friends.

EARLY LITERACY (AGES 0-5) FAMILY PLACE PLAYTIME WORKSHOP (AGES 1-3) 12:15 p.m. Thursdays, March 21 through April 18 South Garland Library | 972-205-3934 Toddlers ages 1 to 3 and their caregivers can enjoy a special playtime featuring toys, books, and exploratory activities. Each week families have the opportunity to spend quality time together, make new friends, and talk one-on-one with a different local professional who specializes in early childhood development. Registration is required and begins March 7.

SENSORY ADVENTURES (AGES 3-5) 11 a.m. Fridays, Jan. 26, Feb. 23, March 29, April 26 Walnut Creek Branch Library | 972-205-2585 Join us on a sensory adventure! This is an interactive, messy playtime that encourages preschoolers to learn using their five senses.

TINY TOT PROM (AGES 1-3) 11 a.m. Saturday, April 13 South Garland Library | 972-205-3934 We will BEE very HOPPY if you would join us for our springtime Tiny Tot Prom! Dress up in your best for a fun time groovin’ to music, crafts, a photo booth, and snacks. Registration is required and begins March 30.

LITTLE ART EXPLORERS 11 a.m. Saturdays, Feb. 3, March 2, April 6 South Garland Library | 972-205-3934 Explore, imagine, and create through different art activities! Little ones will build early learning skills as they discover the process of making art. Everyone is encouraged to wear clothing that is mess-friendly! Materials are available while supplies last. Feb. 3 theme: Woven Art. March 2 theme: Spring Fabric Collages. April 6 theme: Puffy Paint Moons. FUN WITH FINGER PAINTING (AGES 1-5) 11 a.m. Monday, March 11 Central Library Express | 972-205-2517 Children ages 1 to 5 (and their adults) are invited to come make a mess. Have fun learning about colors and helping them make their own works of art! Be ready to get messy. Space is limited, and a free ticket is required for the event. Tickets will be available 30 minutes before the event.

BUBBLE BASH (AGES 2-5) 2:30 p.m. Saturday, April 27 North Garland Library | 972-205-2804 Make bubble art, giant bubbles and explore simple science concepts! Space is limited, and a free ticket is required for the event. Tickets will be available 30 minutes before event.

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FAMILIES HOMESCHOOL LIBRATORY 12:15 to 2:15 p.m. Tuesdays, Jan. 16, Feb. 20, March 19, April 16 South Garland Library | 972-205-3934 Drop in for an afternoon of exploring hands-on STEAM activities and a book club with your fellow homeschoolers each month! Families who are considering homeschooling are also welcome. Jan. 16 theme: Weather. Feb. 20 theme: Architects vs. Engineers. March 19 theme: Solar System & Eclipse. April 16 theme: Espionage & Mysteries. MYSTERY BAG CRAFT (AGES 4+) 10:30 a.m. Saturdays, Jan. 27, Feb. 24, March 30 North Garland Library | 972-205-2804 Families are invited to come grab a mystery bag of craft materials and make whatever you like. No instructions included, so use your imagination! Space is limited, and a free ticket is required for the event. Tickets will be available 30 minutes before event. CRAFT NIGHT 6 p.m. Tuesdays, Jan. 30, Feb. 27, March 26 Central Library Express | 972-205-2517 Let’s get creative! Join us Tuesday night for an hour of crafting the whole family can enjoy. Drop in between 6 and 7 p.m. ICE CREAM SOCIAL: CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY MONTH 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 6 Walnut Creek Branch Library | 972-205-2585 Drop in and celebrate Black History Month with our ice cream social! Enjoy a sweet treat while browsing our Black History display and learn about the "Father of Ice Cream." Ice cream will be served while supplies last. HAPPY HEARTS VALENTINE’S DAY CRAFTS 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10 North Garland Library | 972-205-2804 Join us for an afternoon of Valentine’s Day card making and crafting! Create cards from materials provided by the library or make cards from preselected designs. All ages are welcome. Space is limited, and a free ticket is required for the event. Tickets will be available 30 minutes before event.

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LUNAR NEW YEAR CELEBRATION 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17 North Garland Library | 972-205-2804 Celebrate the Lunar New Year by making crafts! We will create dragon masks, lion masks, and many more. Light refreshments will be served. DIY ECLIPSE BRACELETS During Open Hours, March 1–31 Walnut Creek Branch Library | 972-205-2585 Drop in any time during March and make a fun eclipse bracelet using ultraviolet reactive beads! RAMADAN CELEBRATION 2:30 p.m. Saturday, March 2 North Garland Library | 972-205-2804 Learn more about this holiday, make Ramadan crafts, try popular Ramadan treats, and much more! Space is limited, and a free ticket is required for the event. Tickets will be available 30 minutes before event. REVERSE COLORING AND COOKIES 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 12 Walnut Creek Branch Library | 972-205-2585 What is reverse coloring, you may ask? Instead of coloring in the lines the colors are already on the page and you draw the lines! Drop in and enjoy a delicious treat while supplies last. LEGO® AT THE LIBRARY 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 13 Walnut Creek Branch Library | 972-205-2585 Do you love playing with Lego®? Join us and build, build, build! Children of all ages are invited to construct their own Lego® creations. Children under the age of 6 should have a grownup on their construction crew. LET’S GET CRAFTY 2:30 p.m. Friday, March 15 Walnut Creek Branch Library | 972-205-2585 Join us for a fun-filled craft day! Families are invited to stop by our Children’s Area to create their very own bookmarks and airplanes.

FAMILIES SURVEYOR PROGRAM 2 p.m. Saturday, March 23 South Garland Library | 972-205-3934 Do you know who guides and helps plan construction, mapmaking and even mining projects? Surveyors! Come see what surveyors do and play with all the cool tools they get to use!

BIG ART DAY: POUR PAINTING 2:30 p.m. Saturday, April 6 North Garland Library | 972-205-2804 All ages are invited to make a pour painting with us on Big Art Day! Space is limited, and a free ticket is required for the event. Tickets will be available 30 minutes before event.

SOLAR ECLIPSE STAR PARTY 2:30 p.m. Saturday, March 23 North Garland Library | 972-205-2804 Join us for a star party where we will learn about different types of eclipses, make a solar-powered car and enjoy out-of-this-world star snacks! Space is limited and a free ticket is required for the event. Tickets will be available 30 minutes before the event.

ECLIPSE MAKER PARTY 3:30 p.m. Saturday, April 6 South Garland Library | 972-205-3934 Stop by to make different eclipse-themed crafts, play a game and pick up a pair of free solar eclipse glasses. All ages are welcome! Free solar eclipse glasses will be provided while supplies last.

READ ART DISPLAY During Open Hours, April 1–13 Walnut Creek Branch Library | 972-205-2585 Help create a collaborative art display to celebrate National Library Week! We will use cardboard and string to make beautiful creations. Drop in and help us make the word READ in different languages to display throughout the library. BOOKMARK DESIGN CONTEST (ALL AGES) During Open Hours, April 1 – 25 All Libraries Choose from one of three themes to design your bookmark! Adults, teens, children and babies are invited to design their bookmark to be judged by the librarians of their chosen branch. Each age group will have a first, second, and third place winner. The first place winners of each age group will have their bookmarks printed and distributed at their branch. A BRIEF HISTORY OF ECLIPSES 2 p.m. Saturday, April 6 South Garland Library | 972-205-3934 Ever wonder how people throughout history have viewed eclipses? Wonder no more with this lively reenactment by the South Garland Library puppeteers! Learn how people throughout history reacted to eclipses and other astronomical phenomena.

SOLAR ECLIPSE DAY 12:23 to 3:02 p.m. Monday, April 8 Central Library Express | 972-205-2517 Meet us on the front lawn of the Central Library Express to experience the upcoming eclipse! Solar viewers will be available in limited supply Remember to bring your chairs and blanket! The eclipse peaks at 1:40 p.m. SPRING CARNIVAL 10:30 a.m., Saturday, April 13 Walnut Creek Branch Library | 972-205-2585 Come hang out with us carnival style! We will be outside on the portico with several stations and activities. Stations will include face painting, balloon burst game, cupcake walk, and Connect 4™. FAMILY BUSY BOARDS 10 a.m. Saturday, April 27 Central Library Express | 972-205-2533 Create your own Busy Board as a family! Families will select their own sensory and fidget elements to create a unique activity board. One board per family. Registration is required and begins April 13.

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YOUNG AUDIENCES (AGES 6-12) ART CLUB 6 p.m. Mondays, Jan. 22, Feb. 26, March 25 Central Library Express | 972-205-2517 Art Club members will explore the world of art by using different mediums and techniques to create their own masterpieces! Participants are encouraged to wear paint-friendly clothing. Space is limited and a free ticket is required for the event. Tickets will be available 30 minutes before the event.

STEAM LAB 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 13 2:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 19 2:30 p.m. March 12–15 Central Library Express | 972-205-2517 Enjoy fun STEAM challenges while learning problemsolving skills at this drop-in program! 10:30 a.m. Saturdays, Jan. 20, Feb. 17, March 16, April 20 North Garland Library | 972-205-2804 Participants will explore science and engineering concepts while completing hands-on STEAM projects. Space is limited and a free ticket is required for the event. Tickets will be available 30 minutes before the event. Jan. 20 project: Crazy Contraptions. Feb. 17 project: Rib Bots Rib Bots. March 16 project: Codes and Ciphers. April 20 project: Soda Bottle Terrarium. LIBRARY LEGO® CLUB (AGES 6-17) 6:30 p.m. Thursdays, Jan. 18, Feb. 15, March 21, April 18 Central Library Express | 972-205-2517 Are you up for a challenge? Library Lego® Club members (ages 6 to 17) will create designs based on new challenges each month. Space is limited and a free ticket is required for the event. Tickets will be available 30 minutes before the event.

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CANVAS & COOKIES: ALMA THOMAS 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10 South Garland Library | 972-205-3934 Join us for an afternoon of painting and cookies! We will create beautiful works of art in the style of famed African American artist Alma Thomas! Participants are encouraged to wear paint-friendly clothes. Registration is required and begins Jan. 27. MAKE A 3D DRAGON HEAD 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10 Walnut Creek Branch Library | 972-205-2585 Happy Lunar New Year! The year of the dragon is here, so stop by to make a 3D Dragon Head you can display on your wall. Space is limited, and a free ticket is required for the event. Tickets will be available 30 minutes before event. SPRING FLING 2:30 p.m. Saturday, March 9 North Garland Library | 972-205-2804 Dress up and join us for an hour of dancing to kidfriendly tunes! Light refreshments, crafts and glow sticks will be provided while supplies last. For families with children ages 12 and under. SOLAR ECLIPSE PRE-PARTY 2:30 and 3:30 p.m. Thursday, March 14 Walnut Creek Branch Library | 972-205-2585 This spring break, join us for a solar eclipse pre-party on National Pi Day! We’ll have pie, slime and a fun time. This event has two sessions. Registration is required for each session and begins Feb. 29.

YOUNG AUDIENCES (AGES 6-12) EMOJI AGAMOGRAPHS 2:30 p.m. Thursday, March 14 South Garland Library | 972-205-3934 Join us for an afternoon drawing emojis and turning them into cool agamographs! Registration is required and begins Feb. 28. SQUISHY SCIENCE 2:30 p.m. Thursday, March 14 North Garland Library | 972-205-2804 Enjoy this hands-on experience where we will learn how to create slime, kinetic sand and so much more! Space is limited, and a free ticket is required for the event. Tickets will be available 30 minutes before the event.

FUNNY ART 2:30 p.m. Friday, March 29 Central Library Express | 972-205-2517 It’s your time to shine and create a piece of funny art! Every work of art will be voted on to see who can make the funniest creation. Put your laughing face on and let’s get crafting! Space is limited, and a free ticket is required for the event. Tickets will be available 30 minutes before event.

GARDENING FOR KIDS 2:30 p.m. Friday, March 29 North Garland Library | 972-205-2804 Want to learn more about gardening? Loving Green Garland is excited to talk about how to grow your favorite plants! Space is limited, and a free ticket is required for the event. Tickets will be available 30 minutes before event. DIY PLARN JUMP ROPES 2:30 p.m. Saturday, April 20 South Garland Library | 972-205-3934 Come celebrate Earth Day with us! We will recycle old plastic shopping bags and make them into jump ropes through the magic of plarn — plastic yarn. Registration is required and begins April 6.

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TWEEN AND TEEN AUDIENCES (AGES 10-17) COCOA CLUB 6 p.m. Fridays, Jan. 5, Feb. 2, March 1, April 12 Central Library Express | 972-205-2517 Join us for a relaxing evening as we listen to a book and enjoy some hot cocoa and popcorn! Bring your blankets and pillows for an even comfier time. A drawing and painting station will also be available. Permission slips are required if attending without a parent or guardian. Space is limited, and a free ticket is required for the event. Tickets will be available 30 minutes before the event. HOW TO BULLET JOURNAL 2:30 and 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 6 Walnut Creek Branch Library | 972-205-2585 Bullet journals are a unique way to organize your notes, goals, assignments and more in fun and creative ways! Students, writers and planners ages 13 and up are welcome to join us to create their own 2024 bullet journal. This event will be held at 2:30 p.m. then repeated with the same content at 3:30 p.m. Registration is required for each session and begins Saturday, Dec. 9. STUDY CAFE 5 p.m. Wednesdays, Jan. 10, Feb. 7, March 6, April 3 Central Library Express | 972-205-2517 Teens will find a calm and relaxing environment at our Study Café to work on homework and other projects. Snacks and refreshments will be provided. TEEN ADVISORY BOARD (AGES 13-17) Teens can make a difference in their community and earn volunteer hours by joining the Teen Advisory Board. Attend a meeting to apply and discuss future library events, services and materials for teens. 6:30 p.m. Thursdays, Jan. 11, Feb. 8, March 14, April 11 Central Library Express | 972-205-2517 Limited seating available. 2:30 p.m. Saturdays, Jan. 20, Feb. 24, March 16, April 20 North Garland Library | 972-205-2517 6 p.m. Thursdays, Jan. 25, Feb. 22, March 28, April 25 South Garland Library | 972-205-3934

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CHESS CLUB (AGES 6-17) Make your move! Join us for a quick chess lesson before testing your skills in a match against your friends. Space is limited and a free ticket is required for the event. Tickets will be available 30 minutes before the event. 10:30 a.m. Saturdays, Jan. 13, Feb. 10, March 9, April 13 North Garland Library | 972-205-2517 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Jan. 24, Feb. 21, March 20, April 17 Central Library Express | 972-205-2517

TEEN ADVENTURING GUILD 3 p.m. Saturdays, Jan. 20, Feb. 17, March 16, April 27 Central Library Express | 972-205-2517 Seeking Dungeons & Dragons adventurers of all skill levels! Adventure is afoot. New players can join at any time. Space is limited and a free ticket is required for the event. Tickets will be available 30 minutes before the event. ADULTING 101 (AGES 13-17) 6 p.m. Thursdays, Jan. 25, Feb. 22, March 28, April 25 Central Library Express | 972-205-2517 Join us for these crash courses in Adulting 101 and learn some basic life skills for being a grown-up. Space is limited and a free ticket is required for the event. Tickets will be available 30 minutes before the event. TEEN K-POP CRAFT (AGES 13-17) 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 27 Walnut Creek Branch Library | 972-205-2585 Explore the world of K-pop music and more with us! Show off your photocard collection and create a personalized keychain while enjoying some authentic Asian treats. Space is limited and a free ticket is required for the event. Tickets will be available 30 minutes before the event.

TWEEN AND TEEN AUDIENCES (AGES 10-17) BAKE THE BOOK 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 27 Theme: New Year, Old Recipes – Nostalgic Bakes.

2:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24 Theme: Wake Me Up Before You Cocoa – Chocolate Bakes. 2:30 p.m. Saturday, March 30 Theme: Cake It Till You Make It – Cake Bakes.

2:30 p.m., Saturday, April 27 Theme: Savor of the Month – Savory Bakes. South Garland Library | 972-205-3934 Teens and adults will sign up and select recipes two weeks prior to each event, then make their selection at home and bring it to the meetings. Participants can choose a recipe from the selected books or use a recipe of their own that fits the theme.

ANIME CLUB (AGES 13-17) 6 p.m. Wednesdays, Jan. 31, Feb. 28, March 27, April 24 Central Library Express | 972-205-2517 Anime lovers, this one’s for you! Join us to watch and talk anime, make themed crafts and enjoy snacks. Space is limited. We will share our chosen titles at a later date on the library’s Facebook page. CUSTOM HOLIDAY BUTTON During Open Hours, Feb. 1-29 Walnut Creek Branch Library | 972-205-2585 Drop in and create a custom holiday button. You can choose from Black History Month, Valentine's Day, Lunar New Year, or Leap Year! TEEN AFTER HOURS (AGES 13-17) Teens ages 13 to 17 can hang out at the library after closing. Each Teen After Hours event consists of a group activity. Snacks are provided. Registration is required and begins two weeks prior to each event. Participants also need a permission slip from a parent or guardian to attend. RECORD BREAKERS 6 to 7:15 p.m. Friday, Feb. 16 Central Library Express | 972-205-2517 Do you have what it takes to break a world record? Come try different world records and see if you can beat them!

FANDOM TRIVIA NIGHT 6:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, March 8 Central Library Express | 972-205-2517 Come show off your fandom knowledge! Snacks and drinks will be provided, along with gift bags and prizes. REAL-LIFE AMONG US 6:30 to 8 p.m. Saturday, March 16 South Garland Library | 972-205-3934 Join us at the South Garland Library for a game of reallife “Among Us!” Play as a crewmate and complete your assigned tasks or play as an impostor and sabotage the entire crew. Call 972-205-3934 to register. GLOW IN THE DARK CANVAS NIGHT 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 22 Walnut Creek Branch Library | 972-205-2585 Experience art in a different light! Paint a canvas under black lights for glow in the dark fun. Refreshments will be available while supplies last. MIDDLE GRADE MAKERS: DIY WHEEL CIPHER 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17 Walnut Creek Branch Library | 972-205-2585 Create your own Jefferson wheel cipher! Thomas Jefferson devised an ingenious and secure method to encode and decode messages: the wheel cipher. Learn how to use your wheel cipher to encode and decode your very own messages. Space is limited, and a free ticket is required for the event. Tickets will be available 30 minutes before event. CREATE YOUR OWN CURIOSITY 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 14 South Garland Library | 972-205-3934 Learn about the basics of amigurumi, the Japanese art of knitting or crocheting small stuffed yarn creatures, by creating your very own Curiosity! A pattern will be provided that is modeled after the library’s own Curiosity the Cat. Registration is required and begins Feb. 29. MIDDLE GRADE MAKERS: STAR WARS 3 p.m. Saturday, April 27 Walnut Creek Branch Library | 972-205-2585 Create a Star Wars perler bead keychain while enjoying an out-of-this-world snack! Space is limited and a free ticket is required for the event. Tickets will be available 30 minutes before event.

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RENOVATION UPDATES

Exciting things are happening this year and next at the Garland libraries! The Central Library is undergoing renovations, and the Walnut Creek Branch will be moving to a brand-new building! The Central Library renovations include life and safety upgrades to the building, as well as changes to make the library more attractive and functional for patrons and services. Expected changes include additional study and meeting spaces, a revamped community room and a redesigned children’s area. The renovations will likely take 12 to 14 months to complete. In the interim, the Central Library is serving the community from a temporary location, the Central Library Express, at 713 Austin St., just down the street from the current library site. What hours is the Central Library Express open? The Central Library Express retains the same hours of operation: Sunday: 2 to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

What services are available at the temporary location? During the renovation, library staff will provide service to the Downtown area from both the Central Library Express and the library materials dispenser installed near City Hall.

Will service at Garland’s branch libraries be affected? There are no plans for service at the other Garland libraries to be affected. The branch libraries will continue to provide all library services, including accepting materials donations, which the Central Library Express will be unable to accept due to space limitations.

These locations offer: • Wireless internet access, public computers and other technology • Reference service • Indoor and outdoor programming for all ages (space will be more limited) • New and in-demand materials collections • Reserved materials pickup area • Browsing collection (materials dispenser)

The Walnut Creek Branch Library is also getting an upgrade. A new library building is being planned near the Hollabaugh Recreation Center at 3925 W. Walnut St. The location will feature a makerspace, a children's learn and play area, a children's reading porch, study rooms, a larger community room and a long glass atrium. The exterior will incorporate an art plaza and a covered outdoor patio. The new library building is expected to open in 2025. Ongoing renovation updates will be posted to the library’s website and social media accounts. For the latest information on the process, visit Library.GarlandTX.gov. 12 | off the shelf | January-April 2024 | Library.GarlandTX.gov

Winter Reading Challenge Dec. 1 to Feb. 29

Calling all adult patrons (18 years and up): Join this year's Winter Reading Challenge! Registered participants who read at least three books and turn in at least one program reading log between Dec. 1 and Feb. 29 can enter to win a winter-themed prize pack! There are a maximum of five entries per participant. One entry equals one log. A completed reading log will have three books recorded as well as the participant’s full name and phone number. The prize drawings will be held at Central Library Express. Drawings will take place from the pool of system-wide entries.

Winter Reading Events BOOKMARK PARTY 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 13 South Garland Library | 972-205-3933 There will be three stations, each with a different type of bookmark craft. Patrons may make: an embroidered felt heart corner bookmark, a book page bookmark and a painted wooden bookmark. Registration is required and begins two weeks prior to the event. ALCOHOL INK ART KEYCHAIN 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 23 Walnut Creek Branch Library | 972-205-2585 A local art instructor will lead a class in how to make alcohol ink art. Participants will make one or two paintings, one of which will be turned into art for a keychain. Registration is required and begins two weeks prior to the event. EXPLODING VALENTINE'S GIFT BOX 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 6 North Garland Library | 972-205-2804 Adults will create an exploding Valentine's box full of picture mementos (supplied by the patrons post-program) and fun seasonal decorations (supplied by the library). The box pieces will be cut out in advance, and patrons can enjoy putting the box together and fully decorating it in class. Registration is required and begins two weeks prior to the event. The Winter Reading Challenge is open to adults ages 18 and older. For more information about the Winter Reading Challenge, call 972-205-2533 or visit Library.GarlandTX.gov.

ADULT PROGRAMS (AGES 18+) BOOK CLUBS BAKE THE BOOK 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 27 Theme: New Year, Old Recipes – Nostalgic Bakes

2:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24 Theme: Wake Me Up Before You Cocoa – Chocolate Bakes 2:30 p.m. Saturday, March 30 Theme: Cake It Till You Make It – Cake Bakes 2:30 p.m. Saturday, April 27 Theme: Savor of the Month – Savory Bakes

BOOK CLUB 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 18 "Someday, Maybe" by Onyi Nwabineli

South Garland Library | 972-205-3931 Teens and adults will sign up and select recipes two weeks prior to each event, then make their selection at home and bring it to the meetings. Participants can choose a recipe from the listed books or use a recipe of their own that fits the theme.

6:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 15 "Paper Names" by Susie Luo

6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 21 "Daughters of Nantucket" by Julie Gerstenblatt 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 18 "The Housekeepers" by Alex Hay

South Garland Library | 972-205-3931 Library staff and attendees will discuss the selected titles. Visit Library.GarlandTX.gov for more information. GRAPHIC NOVEL BOOK CLUB (AGES 16+) 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 6 "Snotgirl Volume 1" by Bryan Lee O’Malley 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 3 "Heartstopper Volume 1" by Alice Oseman

MYSTERY BOOK CLUB 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 25 "Wrong Place, Wrong Time" by Gillian McAllister

3 p.m. Saturday, April 13 "Mao Volume 1" by Rumiko Takahashi

6 p.m. Thursday, March 28 "Verity" by Colleen Hoover

3 p.m. Saturday, March 2 "A Bride's Story Volume 1" by Kaoru Mori

6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 22 "The Midnight Witness" by Sara Blaedel

Central Library Express | 972-205-2517 Dive deep into discussing graphic novels and share your opinions over refreshments.

6 p.m. Thursday, April 25 "1979" by Val McDermid

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Walnut Creek Branch Library | 972-205-2585 An adult book club for lovers of mysteries and thrillers! Light refreshments will be served.

ADULT PROGRAMS (AGES 18+) ENTERTAINMENT

GAME NIGHT FOR ADULTS 6 p.m. Thursdays, Jan. 4, Feb. 1, March 7, April 4 Central Library Express | 972-205-2533 Adults are invited to gather at this monthly event to play games and socialize. The library will provide playing cards, various board games and puzzles. Patrons are also welcome to bring their own games! Space is limited. VOCALIST BRAD ACKLAND (AGES 55+) 2 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 18 North Garland Library | 972-205-2803 Join us for a musical performance by Brad Ackland! Ackland will sing Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin standards. Ackland was also featured in a Dallas Morning News article about the active “Silver Circuit” in the area.

AFTER HOURS: POETRY NIGHT 6 p.m. Friday, April 5 Central Library Express | 972-205-2533 Join us for an open mic poetry night for all poets and listeners! You can listen, share, or feel inspired to draft your own poem. Snacks and refreshments will be provided. TEAM PICTIONARY© 2:30 p.m. Saturday, April 6 Walnut Creek Branch Library | 972-205-2587 Adults, grab your pencils and come play Pictionary at the Walnut Creek Branch Library. Enjoy both general and library-related prompts. Play in teams of up to four. Registration is required and begins March 23

BLACK HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATION: STORYTELLER TONI SIMMONS 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 3 South Garland Library | 972-205-3931 Come celebrate Black History Month with storyteller Toni Simmons, who will bring African and African American stories to life with songs, rhythms, chants, drama and audience participation. Discover Black culture through the exploration of the folklore. All ages are welcome to join in and help tell the stories.

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ADULT PROGRAMS (AGES 18+) CRAFTS DIY BOOK TRACKING BOOKMARKS 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 9 Central Library Express | 972-205-2533 Want to keep track of what you have read or are planning to read this year? Create your own book tracking bookmark with us! Space is limited. NO-SEW SCARVES 5 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 16 North Garland Library | 972-205-2517 Winter is here! Make an easy, no-sew fleece scarf with fringe for yourself or as a gift! Registration is required and begins Jan. 2. SCRAP AND MEET 6 p.m. Tuesdays, Jan. 23, Feb. 20, March 19, April 16 Central Library Express | 972-205-2533 All you need is your scrapbook and creativity! We will discuss themes, techniques, preservation and articles while enjoying relaxing music and light refreshments. The first three newcomers to sign up on the library's website will receive a new scrapbook at the Jan. 23 kickoff!

HAND SEWING 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 17 Central Library Express | 972-205-2533 Learn the basics of sewing in this class! Create a small hand-sewn project that incorporates the basic stitches. Open to adults and teens ages 13 and up. Registration is required and begins Feb. 3. DIY BOOKENDS 5 p.m. Thursday, March 21 North Garland Library | 972-205-2517 Give your bookshelves some personality! Create your own customized bookends with a variety of crafting materials like scrapbook paper, paint pens, stencils, stickers and more. Registration is required and begins March 7. BOHO VIBES CANVAS PAINTING 2 and 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24 Walnut Creek Branch Library | 972-205-2587 Make a custom landscape painting on canvas. Relax and have fun as you meet other fellow craft enthusiasts! Light refreshments will be provided. This event has two sessions. Registration is required for each session and begins Feb. 10. BUILDING YOUR CROCHET BASICS 2:30 p.m. Saturdays, March 2 and 16 South Garland Library | 972-205-3931 Come learn the basics of crochet with us! In this two-part program, you’ll go from learning how to get started with a slip knot and chain stitch to learning more complex skills like double crochet, increasing and decreasing, and more! This event has two sessions. Registration is required for each session and begins Feb. 17. Attendees will need to bring their own crochet hooks.

VALENTINE’S DAY CARDS 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 3 South Garland Library | 972-205-3934 Come make a one-of-a-kind card for your one-of-akind love! Use a variety of supplies such as ribbon, stickers, glitter and more to create a card for someone special. Registration is required and begins Jan. 20.

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ZENTANGLE ART 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 5 Central Library Express | 972-205-2533 Join us for a relaxing evening of creating Zentangle art! Zentangle is a drawing technique geared toward stress relief. Start with a line drawing then fill in areas with random patterns to create shading. Space is limited.

ADULT PROGRAMS (AGES 18+) CRAFTS MOON PHASE CANVAS PAINTING 2 and 3:30 p.m. Saturday, March 9 Walnut Creek Branch Library | 972-205-2587 Make a custom Boho-style moon phase painting on canvas. Relax and have fun as you meet other fellow craft enthusiasts! Light refreshments will be provided. This is a two-session event. Participation for both events is not required. Registration is required and begins Feb. 24. CROSS STITCH ON CANVAS 2:30 p.m. Saturday, March 9 South Garland Library | 972-205-3931 Instead of creating a small design on a piece of fabric, supersize your cross stitch with a larger design on canvas! Your final piece can be a one-of-a-kind decoration for your home or a friend’s. Registration is required and begins Feb. 24. PAINT LIKE SERIES 6 p.m. Fridays, March 15 and April 26 Central Library Express | 972-205-2533 Create your own masterpieces based on Vincent Van Gogh on March 15 and Frida Kahlo on April 26! Learn about each artist's unique style in this painting series and eat like them too with food from their era. This event has two sessions. Registration is required for each session and begins March 1 and April 12. DESIGN YOUR OWN SKETCHBOOK 10 a.m., Saturday, March 16 Central Library Express | 972-205-2533 Come design your own sketchbook! You will create your own unique sketchbook and get tips on how to get started and stay active in your artistic journey. Open to adults and teen ages 13 and up. Registration is required and begins March 2. CREATING GIFT BOX TREAT TOWERS WITH CRICUT 5:50 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 19 Walnut Creek Branch Library | 972-205-2587 Celebrate the first day of spring by creating a gift box treat tower! You will use the library’s Cricut machine to create a treat tower to bring home and share. Registration is required and begins March 5.

INTRO TO CROCHET 10 a.m. Saturday, March 30 Central Library Express | 972-205-2533 Learn how to crochet! You will learn the basics of crocheting while creating a small project. Open to adults and teen ages 13 and up. Registration is required and begins March 16. WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP: MINI SKYSCAPES 3 p.m. Saturday, March 30 Central Library Express | 972-205-2533 Learn the basics of watercolors in this introductory lesson. We will go step by step to create six miniature sky paintings! Registration is required and begins March 16. PIE FRACTIONS EVENT 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 2 Central Library Express | 972-205-2533 Eating pie is only a fraction of the fun! Sign up to bring a pie to share while making fraction art. Registration is required and begins March 19. DIY PRESSED FLOWER JARS 2:30 and 3:30 p.m. Saturday, April 20 Walnut Creek Branch Library | 972-205-2587 Create DIY jars using dry pressed flowers and mason jars. Your new jars can be used for various things such as vases, candle holders, or simply decoration! This will be a two-session event. Participation for both events is not required. Registration is required and begins April 6. CACTUS COASTERS 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 23 Central Library Express | 972-205-2533 Celebrate spring by making interlocking cactus coasters for your living space! All supplies included. Registration is required and begins April 9.

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ADULT PROGRAMS (AGES 18+) EDUCATIONAL ESL CONVERSATION CLASSES Improve your general English skills in a casual setting. Attendees may practice their conversation skills, build their vocabulary and meet a diverse group of people. *Excludes major holidays. 6:30 p.m. Mondays, Jan. 8 through April 29 Google Meet, 972-205-2533 Link can be found in our calendar on the library’s website. 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Jan. 2 through April 30 South Garland Branch Library | 972-205-3931 6:30 p.m. First, second and third Thursday of each month, Jan. 4 through April 18 Walnut Creek Branch Library | 972-205-2587 TECH HOUR 2 p.m. Tuesdays, Jan. 2 through April 30 South Garland Branch Library | 972-205-3931 Need help with a device or have a computer question? Come by the South Garland Branch Library any Tuesday from 2 to 3 p.m. to get assistance with your technology needs! EVERY BODY YOGA 2 p.m. Fridays, Jan. 12 through April 26 South Garland Library | 972-205-3931 Adults can learn the basics of yoga from a professional yoga instructor. Attendees must provide their own blanket, towel or yoga mat and are encouraged to exercise within the limits of their abilities and fitness levels.

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LET’S WRITE! WRITING WORKSHOP 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Jan. 30, Feb. 27, March 26 Walnut Creek Branch Library | 972-205-2587 Explore fiction writing and receive encouragement and thoughts from other writers! All levels of skill welcome! GARLAND ISD: MAKING STRIDES 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 8 North Garland Library | 972-205-2804 At this Black History Month event, local panelists will discuss the desegregation of Garland ISD and integration challenges. Panelists include Mrs. Bertha Wallace, CAPS Historian; Ms. Carol Montgomery, GISD teacher; and the Honorable Linda Griffin, President, GISD Board of Trustees. Attendees may also view related short films. Refreshments will be provided beginning at 6 p.m.

ADULT PROGRAMS (AGES 18+) EDUCATIONAL SPRING CAKE POPS INTERACTIVE DEMONSTRATION 10 a.m. Saturday, March 23 South Garland Library | 972-205-2531 Come to the South Garland Library for the Spring cake -pops Interactive demonstration! Learn techniques for dipping and decorating cake pops, and try dipping one yourself! All materials included. Registration is required and begins March 9.

HOW TO WRITE A NOVEL 6 p.m. Tuesdays, April 9 and 23 Walnut Creek Branch Library | 972-205-2587 Explore novel writing and finally start writing that book you’ve always dreamed about. This two-part discussion series will explore how to plot and plan a full-length novel and create interesting characters. Patrons are invited to one or both days. April 9: Plot and Planning. April 23: Characters with Character. COMPUTER CLASSES Participation is free and open to adult Garland residents. Registration is required and begins two weeks before each class. Call 972-205-3931 to register. All classes take place at the South Garland Library. MOUSE & KEYBOARDING FOR BEGINNERS 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 11 DESKTOP & FILE MANAGEMENT 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 25 GETTING ON THE INTERNET 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 22

MASTER GARDENER SERIES: HOMEGROWN HERBS 4 p.m. Saturday, March 23 Central Library Express | 972-205-2533 Presented by Dallas County Master Gardener, Barbara Gollman, explore 10 favorite herbs that are easily grown here in North Texas! Discover culinary tips and techniques to create delectable, healthy dishes. Space is limited.

INTRO TO EXCEL 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 7 INTRO TO DOCS 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 28 GOOGLE SHEETS FOR BEGINNERS 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 11

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MAKER LAB (ADULTS & TEENS 13+) The Maker Lab at the Central Library Express provides access to maker machines such as 3D printers, a Cricut machine, a laser cutter and soldering irons. Once an introductory course is taken, patrons may use the machines during our Open Lab hours or attend one of our master classes! This is just a small sample of what is to come once our Central Library is complete. INTRODUCTORY MAKER CLASSES Central Library Express | 972-205-2533 Come learn about the Central Express’s Makerspace and develop maker techniques using our machines! These skills include laser cutting, 3D Design, 3D printing, vinyl cutting (Cricut), soldering and more. Registration is required and begins two weeks before the class. INTRO TO 3D PRINTING 10 a.m. Saturdays, Jan. 6 and March 2 Central Library Express | 972-205-2533 Patrons will learn the basics of 3D printing! This training class will set patrons up to use the 3D printers at the library for free! Open to adults and teens ages 13 and up. INTRO TO LASER CUTTING 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 20 Central Library Express | 972-205-2533 Patrons will learn the basics of using the laser cutting machine! This training class will set patrons up to use the laser cutter at the library for free! Open to adults and teens ages 13 and up. INTRO TO THE CRICUT MACHINE 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 3 Central Library Express | 972-205-2533 Patrons will learn the basics of using the Cricut machine! This training class will set patrons up to use the Cricut at the library for free! Open to adults and teens ages 13 and up. INTRO TO SOLDERING 10 a.m. Saturday, April 13 Central Library Express | 972-205-2533 Patrons will learn the basics of how to solder! This training class will set patrons up to use the soldering irons at the library for free! Open to adults and teens ages 13 and up.

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TEEN MAKERSPACE (AGES 13-17) 4 p.m. Fridays, Jan. 26, Feb. 23, March 22, April 19 Central Library Express | 972-205-2533 Teens are invited to come learn about the Central Library Express Makerspace and create fun projects with our maker technology! Once an introductory course is complete, teens can take part in Open Lab. Registration is required and begins one week before each class. Jan. 26 project: 3D Printing. Feb. 23 project: Cricut. March 22 project: Laser Cutter. April 19 project: Soldering. MAKERSPACE OPEN LAB 11:30 a.m. Saturdays, Jan. 6 through April 27* *Excludes April 6 Central Library Express | 972-205-2533 Adults and teens are welcome to use the library’s Makerspace tools and resources. A variety of craft supplies will be available to create with. Makerspace Intro classes are required in order to use some of the tools during the Open Lab portion. Space is limited. MAKER LAB MASTER CLASSES 5:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Jan. 16, Feb. 13, March 12, April 9 Central Library Express | 972-205-2533 Challenge your maker skills by joining a Makerspace master class. Patrons will use the skills that they have previously learned during other maker classes to work on higher level maker projects. Open to adults and teens ages 13 and up. Registration is required and begins two weeks before the class.

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY

The Friends of the Library is a community organization that supports and promotes the library. The Friends sponsors activities to raise funds for the purchase of library materials and equipment, and underwrites programming to benefit all library users. Join the Friends today! New and returning members can now renew or join online. PayPal can be used to not only pay for membership but can now be used at the annual book sale as well! The Friends want to give a big thank you to all who participated in the annual book sale this past fall. With your support, the Friends were able to raise $9,700 for Garland libraries! Membership forms are available at folgarlandtx.org and at all Garland library locations during open hours, or at Library.GarlandTX.gov. To locate the printable form on the Library website, click on About Us, then Friends of the Library, and finally, click on Membership Form.

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PROGRAMAS EN ESPAÑOL PARA NIÑOS

PARA ADOLESCENTES

CUENTOS Y CANTOS

COCOA CLUB EN ESPAÑOL (EDADES 10-17)

Este tiempo de cuentos en Español se dedica a preparar a su hijo para ingresar a la escuela. Acompáñenos para cuentos y cantos mientras aprendemos sobre temas escolares y lo más importante, las habilidades necesarias para leer. 10 a.m. los miércoles, 10 de enero al 24 de abril Biblioteca Central Express | 972-205-2517 10:30 a.m., los viernes, 12 de enero al 26 de abril Sucursal de Walnut Creek | 972-205-2517

JUEGA Y APRENDE

10 a.m. los viernes, 12 de enero al 26 de abril Biblioteca Central Express | 972-205-2517 ¡Acompáñenos todos los viernes para disfrutar de un divertido juego abierto! Para niños entre 0-6 años. No es necesario registrarse.

SPRING FLING / FIESTA DE PRIMAVERA

2:30 p.m. sábado, 9 de marzo Sucursal North Garland | 972-205-2804 ¡Es tiempo para una divertida fiesta de primavera en la Biblioteca de North Garland! Vístense elegante y acompáñenos para una hora de baile con canciones para niños. Se proporcionarán refrescos ligeros y luces fosforecentes mientras duren los suministros. Para familias con niños de hasta 12 años de edad.

ARTE CHISTOSA

2:30 p.m. viernes, 29 de marzo Biblioteca Central Express | 972-205-2517 ¡Es tu oportunidad de brillar y crear una obra de arte chistosa! Cada pieza de arte será votada para ver quién puede hacer una obra de arte más chistosa utilizando los suministros de arte disponibles. Ponte tu cara de risa y vamos a crear! Para las edades 8-12 años. Boletos disponibles 30 minutos antes del programa.

LABORATORIOS DE STEAM

2:30 p.m. sábado, 13 de enero; 2:30 p.m. lunes, 19 de febrero; 2:30 p.m. de martes a viernes, 12 - 15 de marzo Biblioteca Central Express | 972-205-2517 Laboratorio STEAM abierto a edades 0-12 años. ¡Disfrute de divertidos retos STEAM mientras aprende habilidades para resolver problemas! Sin reservación.

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6 p.m. sábado, 13 de enero, 10 de febrero, 6 de abril Biblioteca Central Express | 972-205-2517 Únase a nosotros para una noche relajante mientras escuchamos un libro y disfrutamos de un poco de chocolate caliente y palomitas. Venga con cobijas y almohadas para un tiempo aún más cómodo. Una estación de dibujo y pintura también estará disponible. Se requiere permiso para asistir sin cuidador. Espacio limitado. Boletos disponibles 30 minutos antes del programa.

RECORD BREAKERS: AFTER HOURS / ROMPE RÉCORDS: DESPUÉS DE HORAS (EDADES 10-17)

6 p.m. viernes, 16 de febrero Biblioteca Central Express | 972-205-2517 ¿Crees que tienes lo que se necesita para romper un récord mundial? ¡Ven a probar tus habilidades en nuestro primer taller de récord después de horas! Pruebe sus manos en varios récords mundiales y ve si usted puede batir el récord actual. Se requiere permiso para asistir sin cuidador.

PARA ADULTOS Y FAMILIAS CLUB DE COCINA: ANTOJITOS Y MÁS

2 p.m. sábados, 27 de enero, 24 de febrero, 23 de marzo, 20 de abril Biblioteca Central Express | 972-205-2517 Participe en nuestro Club de Cocina donde puede compartir sus recetas favoritas. Los participantes cocinaran una receta propia de acuerdo con el tema del mes. Si no tiene una receta propia, se le puede proporcionar una. Traerá su comida para compartir con otros el día del programa. Al fin del programa, votaremos por el mejor platillo. El ganador se llevará una tarjeta de regalo de un restaurante de Garland.

CRAFT NIGHT/NOCHE DE ARTE

6 p.m. los martes, 30 de enero, 27 de febrero, 26 de marzo Biblioteca Central Express 972-205-2517 ¡Seamos creativos! Acompáñenos los martes por la noche para una hora de manualidades que puede disfrutar toda la familia. ¡Pase entre 6-7pm!

EL MARAVILLOSO Y EXOTICO MUNDO DE PLANTAS

TROPICALES 4 p.m. sábado, 24 de febrero Biblioteca Central Express | 972-205-2533 El maravilloso y exótico mundo de plantas tropicales: Aprende de un maestro jardinero cómo crecen las orquídeas, bromelias y tillandsias silvestres y cómo cuidar y mantenerlas en su casa. Este programa será presentado por la Jardinera Magistral Gina Woods. Cupo limitado.

PROGRAMAS EN ESPAÑOL PARA ADULTOS Y FAMILIAS PAINT LIKE SERIES / SERIE DE PINTA COMO

INTROD. A LA SOLDADURA

12 de abril.

MAKER SPACE LABORATORIO ABIERTO

6 p.m. viernes, 15 de marzo y 26 de abril Biblioteca Central Express | 972-205-2533 ¡Crea sus propias obras de arte basadas en Vincent Van Gogh el 15 de marzo y Frida Kahlo el 26 de abril! Aprenda sobre el estilo único de cada artista en esta serie de pinturas y come como ellos también con comida de su época. Inscripción es requerida para los dos eventos, comenzando el 1 de marzo y

AFTER HOURS: POETRY NIGHT / NOCHE DE POESÍA

6 p.m. viernes, 19 de abril Biblioteca Central Express | 972-205-2517 ¡Acompáñenos para una noche de poesía con micrófono abierto para todos los poetas y oyentes! Puede escuchar, compartir o inspirarse para escribir su propio poema. Se ofrecerán aperitivos y refrescos.

CLASES DE MAKER SPACE

Biblioteca Central Express | 972-205-2517 Venga a aprender del Maker Space de la Biblioteca Central y desarrolle técnicas de creador como el corte por láser, diseño 3D, impresión 3D, corte de vinilo (Cricut), soldadura y más. Para adultos y adolescentes (de 13-17 años). Inscripción es requerida.

INTROD. A LA IMPRESION 3D

10 a.m. los sábados, 13 de enero, 9 de marzo Biblioteca Central Express | 972-205-2517 Los asistentes aprenderán los fundamentos de la impresión 3D. ¡Esta clase servirá como entrenamiento para que los usuarios utilicen las impresoras 3D de la biblioteca de forma gratuita! Abierto para adultos y adolescentes mayores de 13 años.

INTROD. A LA MÁQUINA CRICUT

10 a.m. sábado, 10 de febrero Biblioteca Central Express | 972-205-2517 Los usuarios aprenderán los conceptos básicos del uso de la máquina Cricut. ¡Esta clase servirá como entrenamiento para que los usuarios utilicen la maquina Cricut en la biblioteca de forma gratuita! Abierto para adultos y adolescentes mayores de 13 años.

INTROD. AL CORTE POR LASER

10 a.m. sábado, 27 de enero Biblioteca Central Express | 972-205-2517 Los usuarios aprenderán los fundamentos del corte por láser. ¡Esta clase servirá como entrenamiento para que los usuarios utilicen la máquina de corte por láser en la biblioteca de forma gratuita! Abierto para adultos y adolescentes mayores de 13 años.

10 a.m. sábado, 20 de abril Biblioteca Central Express | 972-205-2517 Los usuarios aprenderán lo básico de cómo soldar. ¡Esta clase servirá como entrenamiento para que los usuarios utilicen los soldadores de la biblioteca de forma gratuita! Abierto para adultos y adolescentes mayores de 13 años. 11:30 a.m. los sábados, 13 y 27 de enero, 10 de febrero, 9 de marzo y 20 de abril Biblioteca Central Express | 972-205-2517 Los adultos y adolescentes son bienvenidos a utilizar las herramientas y recursos del Maker Space de la biblioteca. Una variedad de materiales de manualidades estará disponible para crear con ellos. Las clases de Maker Space son necesarias para utilizar algunas de las herramientas durante la parte del Laboratorio Abierto. Cupo limitado.

CLASES MAGISTRALES DE MAKER SPACE

5:30 p.m. los martes, 16 de enero, 13 de febrero, 12 de marzo, 9 de abril Biblioteca Central Express | 972-205-2517 Desafía tus habilidades de Maker uniéndote a una clase magistral de Maker Space. Los usuarios usarán las habilidades que aprendieron previamente durante otras clases de Maker para trabajar en proyectos de Maker de nivel superior. Abierto para adultos. Inscripción es requerida.

TABLAS OCUPADAS PARA FAMILIAS

10 a.m. sábado, 27 de abril Biblioteca Central Express | 972-205-2517 ¡Ven como una familia y crea tu propia Tabla Ocupada! Las familias seleccionarán sus elementos ganados para crear una Tabla Ocupada única. Todos los miembros de la familia pueden ayudar con la asamblea. Una tabla por grupo familiar. La inscripción es requerida y comienza el 13 de abril.

CLASES DE CONVERSACIÓN EN INGLÉS

6:30 p.m. los lunes, 8 de enero al 29 de abril Google Meet | 972-205-2533 El enlace se puede encontrar en nuestro calendario en nuestro sitio web. 6:30 p.m. los martes, 2 de enero al 30 de abril Sucursal de South Garland | 972-205-3931 6:30 p.m. el primer, segundo, y tercer jueves del mes 4 de enero al 18 de abril Sucursal de Walnut Creek | 972-205-2585 Mejore su inglés general en un espacio casual. Asistentes practicarán sus habilidades de conversación, armaran su vocabulario, aprenderán de la cultura americana y conocerán a un grupo de gente diverso. *Excluidos los días festivos.

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Library Kiosks

Visit one of our two library kiosks this spring! The library kiosk is a materials dispenser that works like Redbox, except you use your library card to check out books and DVDs at any time. Our library kiosks can be found on the corner of Fifth and State streets, next to City Hall, and at Lon Wynne Park at the intersection of Glenbrook Drive and Centerville Road. Be sure to keep an eye out this spring for events taking place around our Lon Wynne Park kiosk!

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Library Outreach

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Request outreach services from your Garland libraries. If you would like library staff to host a booth or present information on library services and resources to your organization, visit our website, Library.GarlandTX.gov, click on Services, then Outreach Services, to fill out our outreach request form.

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TAP INTO DISCOVERY.

Read, listen and watch with your library card.

Garland Library users can enjoy streaming movies, TV shows, comics, and music for free through hoopla, the library’s new content streaming service. hoopla digital is a service that partners with public libraries across North America, Australia and New Zealand to provide free online and mobile access to thousands of movies, TV shows, comics and music albums. With hoopla digital, patrons can borrow, instantly stream and download up to four items per month with a valid Garland library card. All content is accessible via hoopla’s mobile app for iOS and Android and online at hoopladigital.com. For more information on hoopla or other downloadable materials, call 972-205-2533 or visit Library.GarlandTX.gov.

E-READING FOR EVERYONE

Have a smartphone or tablet? Great! We’ve got apps that will let you borrow digital e-books, audiobooks, graphic novels and magazines from your local library. You can download materials 24/7 and they’re FREE for Garland library cardholders.

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unlimited, all-you-can-watch streaming access Each card holder will need to use their individual email address. Users may only have one card per email address. Kanopy streaming video offers instant 24/7 access to a wide selection of comedies, fun and entertaining documentaries, popular classic cinema and familyfriendly videos. Kanopy Kids streaming videos promote empathy, critical thinking and help build STEM skills. Enjoy Kanopy’s carefully curated titles from Weston Woods, Sesame Street, Jim Henson Productions, Highlights for Children, Signed Stories, Vooks Storybooks and more! All you need is your library card to view films on Kanopy! British Cinema and TV: A unique blend of intriguing mysteries, addictive dramas and big-hearted comedies for Anglophiles who relish proper British movies and TV series. Favorites: Staff and patron picks featuring crowd pleasers and acclaimed actors. These dramas, comedies, thrillers, documentaries and television series will appeal to a range of audiences.

Easy Watching: Crowd-pleasing comedies, fun and entertaining documentaries, popular classic cinema and family-friendly films. These stories will entertain and charm. Diversity: A broad range of popular and compelling films and documentaries that focus on diverse stories and storytellers. These powerful titles broaden viewpoints and help enrich understanding. Kanopy Kids: More than 2,000 titles for kids and families, ranging from beloved characters like Paddington Bear, Madeline, Blippi, Sesame Street and PBS Kids, to read-along Storybooks by Vooks, Highlights and Signed Stories. Kanopy Kids is the safe, educational and parent-trusted streaming platform with children at the center. With Kanopy, users can enjoy films on all their favorite devices — from desktop computers to mobile devices and smart TVs, including Apple TV, Roku, Android TV and more.

For more information on Kanopy or other downloadable materials, call 972-205-2533 or visit Library.GarlandTX.gov.

Library Services Contact Emails For questions related to Patron Accounts Library Account Services: lib-acctservices@GarlandTX.gov

For questions related to Adult Services at Central and South Garland Branch Libraries Central Library Express Adult Services: lib-cenadultservs@GarlandTX.gov South Garland Adult Services: lib-sgbadultservs@GarlandTX.gov

For questions related to Teen Services at all locations Library Teen Services: lib-teenservs@GarlandTX.gov For questions related to Youth Services at each location Central Library Express Youth Services: lib-cenyouthservs@GarlandTX.gov South Garland Youth Services: lib-sgbyouthservs@GarlandTX.gov

Walnut Creek Branch Youth Services:lib-wcbyouthservs@GarlandTX.gov North Garland Youth Services: lib-ngbyouthservs@GarlandTX.gov

For patrons wishing to request adult and juvenile materials for purchase for the library system Library Title Request: lib-titlerequest@GarlandTX.gov For questions related to Adult or Youth Programs at all locations Library Adult Programs: lib-adultprog@GarlandTX.gov Library Youth Programs: lib-youthprog@GarlandTX.gov

For questions related to Outreach Services at all locations Library Outreach Services: lib-outreachservs@GarlandTX.gov

Book Donations

Take some time now to clean out your closets and bookshelves and donate the books and media that you no longer need or want. Items the library does not add to the collection are passed along to the Friends of the Library for their annual book sale. Items the library and the Friends will take include: ■ Books of all kinds: fiction and nonfiction ■ Books on all subjects ■ Books for all ages ■ Books in foreign languages ■ DVDs ■ CDs Donated items may be dropped off at the North Garland Library, South Garland Library Branch and Walnut Creek Branch Library. Monies earned by the Friends of the Library from their book sale are used for library programming and projects. Your donations benefit the Garland libraries! 28 | off the shelf | January-April 2024 | Library.GarlandTX.gov

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions How do I get a library card?

Local Residents A library card is available to residents of Garland and surrounding communities. You must be 18 with a valid photo ID to get your own library card. Otherwise, a parent or legal guardian with ID would need to cosign. Please bring your unexpired official state photo ID (Texas driver’s license, Texas ID, Matricula, out of state license) with your full name and current address on the ID. If the ID does not show your current address, you must present proof of address. Acceptable items for proof of address include current utility bill, lease agreement, auto insurance or bank statement. The proof of address has to have your name on it.

Replacing a Card

Do library cards expire?

Yes, they do. Every four years we require patrons to present an unexpired official state photo ID with current address at any Garland library. If you go to My Account in the library portal and click on the Personal Information tab, you can see the date your library privileges expire. Please renew on or before that date for continuous service.

Will I get charged if I don’t return an item?

While we are not charging late fines, we are charging for lost items. When an item is 14 days overdue, your account will be charged the replacement cost of the item, plus a processing fee. You will be responsible for those charges until you bring back the overdue item.

If you had a card and need to replace it, bring your current, unexpired official state photo ID and a $2 replacement fee to any Garland library to get a new card.

What types of identification do I need to get a library card?

Please bring your unexpired, official state photo ID (Texas driver’s license, Texas ID, Passport, Matricula, out of state license) with your full name and current address on the ID. If the ID does not show your current address, you must present proof of address. Acceptable items for proof of address include current utility bill, lease agreement, auto insurance or bank statement. The proof of address has to have your name on it. People with addresses in Northeast Texas will be eligible for full library cards. If you have any questions, call the Circulation Desk at 972-205-2524.

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Help with Homework from The Library Online Homework does not have to be a struggle. Students who want or need extra help can receive free homework assistance through the Garland library’s HelpNow online resource. HelpNow is part of The Library Online. The resource offers students several ways to get help with their schoolwork, including a tutoring service, statealigned skills building, a writing lab, and study and collaboration tools. The popular online tutoring service allows students of all ages to connect one-on-one with a carefully screened tutor. Tutoring sessions can be in English or Spanish. Tutors are available for students in kindergarten, first through 12th grades and college in a wide range of subjects including math, science, social studies, English and reading. HelpNow’s skills-building service goes beyond general homework assistance. It uses state-aligned lessons to help students master core academic skills, such as reading, writing and mathematics.

The writing lab allows students to receive live writing assistance or to upload papers or reports for analysis related to word choice, sentence fluency and organizational structure. Papers are returned to students within 24 hours with constructive criticism. HelpNow’s study and collaboration tools include resources to record and archive student work, create or select flashcards from a vast library, or set up group study areas for live tutoring with friends and colleagues. Students can set up their own test center to study for state and national tests and create Learning Accounts to save test results to share with a tutor for personalized skills-building lessons. The Library Online’s HelpNow resource can be accessed at the Garland libraries or from home computers. Services are available seven days a week from 3 to 10 p.m. To access HelpNow, visit Library.GarlandTX.gov and select Online Resources. A Garland library card can be obtained by presenting a valid Texas driver’s license or ID. Patrons under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to apply for a library card.

Online Resources

Garland libraries offer patrons 24/7 remote access to selected online resources and services. The information provided by these resources is usually of higher quality and typically cannot be found on the open web. Resources include business and legal tools, education and test prep, finance and investment information, genealogy tools, health information, job search tools, online tutoring, and downloadable books and media. To access these resources, visit Library.GarlandTX.gov and click on Online Resources. You will need your Garland library card and PIN to get started. 30 | off the shelf | January-April 2024 | Library.GarlandTX.gov

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