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Non Fiction Addiction: "Heavy: An American Memoir" by Kiese Laymon

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults
Program Filled
Registration Required
Location: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a discussion of Heavy: An American Memoir by Kiese Laymon. Winner of the 2019 Andrew Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Nonfiction, and a Kirkus Prize Finalist.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary (age 5 years+)" group

Colorful Crafternoon (Session 1)

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Elementary (age 5 years+)
Program Open
Registration Required
Location: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary (age 5 years+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

KIDS ENTERING GRADES K-5. Make a cool craft with your library friends at Kids' Crafternoon. We will kick things off with a short story! Program repeats; sign up for just one session.

Today's Craft: Paper Plate Frisbees

Disclaimer(s)

  1. Accommodations

Library staff will do our best to reasonably accommodate all children. Accommodations such as noise canceling headphones, fidget toys, special cushions, and weighted blanket are available upon request. Please reach out to youthservices@hegganlibrary.org before the event with accommodation requests and questions.

  1. Cardholders

Open to Heggan cardholders only. Advanced registration is required. Please register children only, not caregivers.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary (age 5 years+)" group

Colorful Crafternoon (Session 2)

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Elementary (age 5 years+)
Program Open
Registration Required
Location: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary (age 5 years+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

KIDS ENTERING GRADES K-5. Make a cool craft with your library friends at Kids' Crafternoon. We will kick things off with a short story! Program repeats; sign up for just one session.

Today's Craft: Paper Plate Frisbees

Disclaimer(s)

  1. Accommodations

Library staff will do our best to reasonably accommodate all children. Accommodations such as noise canceling headphones, fidget toys, special cushions, and weighted blanket are available upon request. Please reach out to youthservices@hegganlibrary.org before the event with accommodation requests and questions.

  1. Cardholders

Open to Heggan cardholders only. Advanced registration is required. Please register children only, not caregivers.

This event is in the "Children" group

S.M.I.L.E.

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children
S.M.I.L.E.:

S.M.I.L.E. (Silent Mentors in Literary Education): Read to a dog or cat! For registration, please call or visit the library.

Location: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Children's Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other

S.M.I.L.E. (Silent Mentors in Literary Education): Read to a dog or cat! For registration, please call or visit the library.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Infants (age 0-1 years)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (age 1-2 years)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (age 2-3 years)" group
This event is in the "Pre-School (age 3-5 years)" group
This event is in the "Elementary (age 5 years+)" group

Bluey Party! (Session 1)

Friday, July 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children, Infants (age 0-1 years), Toddlers (age 1-2 years), Toddlers (age 2-3 years), Pre-School (age 3-5 years), Elementary (age 5 years+)
Waitlist
Registration Required
Location: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Infants (age 0-1 years), Toddlers (age 1-2 years), Toddlers (age 2-3 years), Pre-School (age 3-5 years), Elementary (age 5 years+)
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

KIDS OF ALL AGES. We all love that blue heeler and her family. Join us to celebrate the canines that make us laugh. Hear a few stories featuring the family, play some show-inspired games, and do a craft. Don’t forget to wear blue!

Disclaimer(s)

  1. Accommodations

Library staff will do our best to reasonably accommodate all children. Accommodations such as noise canceling headphones, fidget toys, special cushions, and weighted blanket are available upon request. Please reach out to youthservices@hegganlibrary.org before the event with accommodation requests and questions.

  1. Cardholders

Open to Heggan cardholders only. Advanced registration is required. Please register children only, not caregivers.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Infants (age 0-1 years)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (age 1-2 years)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (age 2-3 years)" group
This event is in the "Pre-School (age 3-5 years)" group
This event is in the "Elementary (age 5 years+)" group

Bluey Party! (Session 2)

Friday, July 18, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:15pm
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children, Infants (age 0-1 years), Toddlers (age 1-2 years), Toddlers (age 2-3 years), Pre-School (age 3-5 years), Elementary (age 5 years+)
Waitlist
Registration Required
Location: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Infants (age 0-1 years), Toddlers (age 1-2 years), Toddlers (age 2-3 years), Pre-School (age 3-5 years), Elementary (age 5 years+)
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

KIDS OF ALL AGES. We all love that blue heeler and her family. Join us to celebrate the canines that make us laugh. Hear a few stories featuring the family, play some show-inspired games, and do a craft. Don’t forget to wear blue!

Disclaimer(s)

  1. Accommodations

Library staff will do our best to reasonably accommodate all children. Accommodations such as noise canceling headphones, fidget toys, special cushions, and weighted blanket are available upon request. Please reach out to youthservices@hegganlibrary.org before the event with accommodation requests and questions.

  1. Cardholders

Open to Heggan cardholders only. Advanced registration is required. Please register children only, not caregivers.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Infants (age 0-1 years)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (age 1-2 years)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (age 2-3 years)" group
This event is in the "Pre-School (age 3-5 years)" group
This event is in the "Elementary (age 5 years+)" group

Bluey Party! (Session 3)

Friday, July 18, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children, Infants (age 0-1 years), Toddlers (age 1-2 years), Toddlers (age 2-3 years), Pre-School (age 3-5 years), Elementary (age 5 years+)
Program Open
Registration Required
Location: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Infants (age 0-1 years), Toddlers (age 1-2 years), Toddlers (age 2-3 years), Pre-School (age 3-5 years), Elementary (age 5 years+)
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

KIDS OF ALL AGES. We all love that blue heeler and her family. Join us to celebrate the canines that make us laugh. Hear a few stories featuring the family, play some show-inspired games, and do a craft. Don’t forget to wear blue!

Disclaimer(s)

  1. Accommodations

Library staff will do our best to reasonably accommodate all children. Accommodations such as noise canceling headphones, fidget toys, special cushions, and weighted blanket are available upon request. Please reach out to youthservices@hegganlibrary.org before the event with accommodation requests and questions.

  1. Cardholders

Open to Heggan cardholders only. Advanced registration is required. Please register children only, not caregivers.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Drop-In Tech Time

Friday, July 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Location: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Small Study Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

If your gadgets give you fits, we'll try to get you out of the pits. Being your devices in for help. Adult Services Librarian Jenn will offer drop-in assistance at Small Study Room A. No appointment is necessary.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Introduction to Mahjong

Friday, July 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Program Open
Registration Required
Location: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in the adult meeting room to learn to play the popular, fun game of Mahjong! If you have always wanted to learn, but didn't know where to start, this is the place for you to start. This is "American Mahjong".

This event is in the "Adults" group

Knitting and Crocheting

Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Type:
Instruction
Age Group:
Adults
Program Open
Registration Required
Location: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Instruction
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join our knitting and crocheting club. If you want to learn how to knit or crochet, our volunteers will be on hand to teach you how to knit.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Take A Seat : Chair Yoga With Dana

Sunday, July 20, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Program Type:
Health & Fitness
Age Group:
Adults
Take a Seat: Chair Yoga with Dana:

Join us for our chair yoga class where we focus on moving, breathing, building strength & flexibility, and end with relaxation! This class is perfect for all levels of students...

Program Open
Registration Required
Location: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Fitness
Registration Required

Join us for our chair yoga class where we focus on moving, breathing, building strength & flexibility, and end with relaxation! This class is perfect for all levels of students, including those who are new to yoga, as we use the chair to help balance, support, and challenge us.  

**Please wear comfortable clothing that you will be able to move freely in.** 

This class is limited to Margaret E Heggan cardholders due to its size and popularity. The class will be held in our adult meeting room. Advance registration is required.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Infants (age 0-1 years)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (age 1-2 years)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (age 2-3 years)" group
This event is in the "Pre-School (age 3-5 years)" group
This event is in the "Elementary (age 5 years+)" group

A Rainbow of Stories: All Ages Storytime

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Infants (age 0-1 years), Toddlers (age 1-2 years), Toddlers (age 2-3 years), Pre-School (age 3-5 years), Elementary (age 5 years+)
Program Open
Registration Required
Location: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Infants (age 0-1 years), Toddlers (age 1-2 years), Toddlers (age 2-3 years), Pre-School (age 3-5 years), Elementary (age 5 years+)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun-filled, all-ages storytime this summer, featuring songs, rhymes, dancing, and fun! Storytime repeats content daily and space is limited, so please choose only one morning to attend per week.

This event is in the "Children" group

Monday Funday- Sock Skating (Session 1)

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Program Type:
Health & Fitness
Age Group:
Children
Program Open
Registration Required
Location: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Health & Fitness
Registration Required
Event Details:

KIDS ENTERING GRADES K-5. You might have gone ice skating or even roller skating, but have you ever sock skated?

Disclaimer(s)

  1. Accommodations

Library staff will do our best to reasonably accommodate all children. Accommodations such as noise canceling headphones, fidget toys, special cushions, and weighted blanket are available upon request. Please reach out to youthservices@hegganlibrary.org before the event with accommodation requests and questions.

  1. Cardholders

Open to Heggan cardholders only. Advanced registration is required. Please register children only, not caregivers.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary (age 5 years+)" group

Monday Funday- Sock Skating (Session 2)

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Program Type:
Health & Fitness
Age Group:
Children, Elementary (age 5 years+)
Program Open
Registration Required
Location: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary (age 5 years+)
Program Type: Health & Fitness
Registration Required
Event Details:

KIDS ENTERING GRADES K-5. You might have gone ice skating or even roller skating, but have you ever sock skated?

Disclaimer(s)

  1. Accommodations

Library staff will do our best to reasonably accommodate all children. Accommodations such as noise canceling headphones, fidget toys, special cushions, and weighted blanket are available upon request. Please reach out to youthservices@hegganlibrary.org before the event with accommodation requests and questions.

  1. Cardholders

Open to Heggan cardholders only. Advanced registration is required. Please register children only, not caregivers.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Tweens (11-13)" group
This event is in the "Teens (age 13-18 years)" group

Teen Photography Club

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Type:
Instruction
Age Group:
Teens, Tweens (11-13), Teens (age 13-18 years)
Program Open
Registration Required
Location: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Tweens (11-13), Teens (age 13-18 years)
Program Type: Instruction
Registration Required
Event Details:

This club offers a program to learn and practice picture taking skills as well as to connect with others who share an interest in photography! 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Mystery Book Discussion Group

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults
Mystery Book Discussion Group:

The Mystery Book Discussion Group meets on the third Monday of each month. This discussion is open to everyone. Registration is not required.

Location: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (Right Half)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions

The Mystery Book Discussion Group meets on the third Monday of each month. This discussion is open to everyone. Registration is not required.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Infants (age 0-1 years)" group

Tiny Tykes: Storytime for Non-Walkers

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Infants (age 0-1 years)
Program Open
Registration Required
Location: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Storyroom
Age Group: Children, Infants (age 0-1 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

A 20-minute storytime for infants and young babies who are not yet walking. In this lapsit program, we will bounce, rhyme, sing, and read simple stories together! 

Disclaimer(s)

  1. Accommodations

Library staff will do our best to reasonably accommodate all children. Accommodations such as noise canceling headphones, fidget toys, special cushions, and weighted blanket are available upon request. Please reach out to youthservices@hegganlibrary.org before the event with accommodation requests and questions.

  1. Cardholders

Open to Heggan cardholders only. Advanced registration is required. Please register children only, not caregivers.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Infants (age 0-1 years)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (age 1-2 years)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (age 2-3 years)" group
This event is in the "Pre-School (age 3-5 years)" group
This event is in the "Elementary (age 5 years+)" group

A Rainbow of Stories: All Ages Storytime

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Infants (age 0-1 years), Toddlers (age 1-2 years), Toddlers (age 2-3 years), Pre-School (age 3-5 years), Elementary (age 5 years+)
Program Open
Registration Required
Location: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Infants (age 0-1 years), Toddlers (age 1-2 years), Toddlers (age 2-3 years), Pre-School (age 3-5 years), Elementary (age 5 years+)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun-filled, all-ages storytime this summer, featuring songs, rhymes, dancing, and fun! Storytime repeats content daily and space is limited, so please choose only one morning to attend per week.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Infants (age 0-1 years)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (age 1-2 years)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (age 2-3 years)" group
This event is in the "Pre-School (age 3-5 years)" group
This event is in the "Elementary (age 5 years+)" group

A Rainbow of Stories: All Ages Storytime

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Infants (age 0-1 years), Toddlers (age 1-2 years), Toddlers (age 2-3 years), Pre-School (age 3-5 years), Elementary (age 5 years+)
Program Open
Registration Required
Location: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Infants (age 0-1 years), Toddlers (age 1-2 years), Toddlers (age 2-3 years), Pre-School (age 3-5 years), Elementary (age 5 years+)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun-filled, all-ages storytime this summer, featuring songs, rhymes, dancing, and fun! Storytime repeats content daily and space is limited, so please choose only one morning to attend per week.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Pre-School (age 3-5 years)" group
This event is in the "Elementary (age 5 years+)" group

Kids' Yoga

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Program Type:
Health & Fitness
Age Group:
Children, Pre-School (age 3-5 years), Elementary (age 5 years+)
Program Open
Registration Required
Location: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Pre-School (age 3-5 years), Elementary (age 5 years+)
Program Type: Health & Fitness
Registration Required
Event Details:

KIDS AGES 4-8. Explore some mindful movement in this weekly yoga class for children. We will practice basic poses, explore age appropriate relaxation techniques, and, of course, incorporate books and stories.

Disclaimer(s)

  1. Accommodations

Library staff will do our best to reasonably accommodate all children. Accommodations such as noise canceling headphones, fidget toys, special cushions, and weighted blanket are available upon request. Please reach out to youthservices@hegganlibrary.org before the event with accommodation requests and questions.

  1. Cardholders

Open to Heggan cardholders only. Advanced registration is required. Please register children only, not caregivers.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Tweens (11-13)" group
This event is in the "Teens (age 13-18 years)" group

TAB Game Time: Chess

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, Tweens (11-13), Teens (age 13-18 years)
TAB Game Time:

It’s GAME TIME! From board games to building challenges, from trivia to LEGO free plays, from cards to online, from in person to virtual – we play games!If it's a board game night,...

Program Open
Registration Required
Location: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Storyroom
Age Group: Teens, Tweens (11-13), Teens (age 13-18 years)
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

It’s GAME TIME! From board games to building challenges, from trivia to LEGO free plays, from cards to online, from in person to virtual – we play games!

If it's a board game night, we could be playing: Chess, checkers, Battleship, Connect Four, Clue, Villainous, 5 Second Rule, cards, Sushi Go, Exploding Kittens, Gloom and more! If it’s Hybrid, we could be playing any of the Jackbox Party Packs or trivia. If it’s virtual, it’s likely Among Us.

For online gaming, access to ZOOM and a smartphone or tablet is needed to play. Game Time is open to library cardholders in grades 6-12. Preference is given to Heggan Library cardholders.  Register online and email Librarian Barb at bpilling@hegganlibrary.org for any log-in information when you’re joining us virtually. Virtual games are selected and run by TAB members. Register now to save your spot!

It's Chess! Save your spot by registering today!

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Pre-School (age 3-5 years)" group
This event is in the "Elementary (age 5 years+)" group

Family LEGO Night

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children, Pre-School (age 3-5 years), Elementary (age 5 years+)
Family LEGO Night:

Bring your family to the library for an evening of LEGO making fun! This monthly event is open to children of all ages.

Program Open
Registration Required
Location: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Pre-School (age 3-5 years), Elementary (age 5 years+)
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring your family to the library for an evening of LEGO making fun! This monthly event is open to children of all ages.

Please list CHILD'S name in the "Name" fields and caregiver’s name in the "Caregiver Name" field. Register each child separately by clicking the "Add Another" button, or complete a separate registration.

Disclaimer(s)

  1. Accommodations

Library staff will do our best to reasonably accommodate all children. Accommodations such as noise canceling headphones, fidget toys, special cushions, and weighted blanket are available upon request. Please reach out to youthservices@hegganlibrary.org before the event with accommodation requests and questions.

  1. Cardholders

Open to Heggan cardholders only. Advanced registration is required. Please register children only, not caregivers.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Infants (age 0-1 years)" group

Tiny Tykes: Storytime for Non-Walkers

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Infants (age 0-1 years)
Program Open
Registration Required
Location: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Storyroom
Age Group: Children, Infants (age 0-1 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

A 20-minute storytime for infants and young babies who are not yet walking. In this lapsit program, we will bounce, rhyme, sing, and read simple stories together! 

Disclaimer(s)

  1. Accommodations

Library staff will do our best to reasonably accommodate all children. Accommodations such as noise canceling headphones, fidget toys, special cushions, and weighted blanket are available upon request. Please reach out to youthservices@hegganlibrary.org before the event with accommodation requests and questions.

  1. Cardholders

Open to Heggan cardholders only. Advanced registration is required. Please register children only, not caregivers.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Infants (age 0-1 years)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (age 1-2 years)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (age 2-3 years)" group
This event is in the "Pre-School (age 3-5 years)" group
This event is in the "Elementary (age 5 years+)" group

A Rainbow of Stories: All Ages Storytime

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Infants (age 0-1 years), Toddlers (age 1-2 years), Toddlers (age 2-3 years), Pre-School (age 3-5 years), Elementary (age 5 years+)
Program Open
Registration Required
Location: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Infants (age 0-1 years), Toddlers (age 1-2 years), Toddlers (age 2-3 years), Pre-School (age 3-5 years), Elementary (age 5 years+)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun-filled, all-ages storytime this summer, featuring songs, rhymes, dancing, and fun! Storytime repeats content daily and space is limited, so please choose only one morning to attend per week.