The first session, Protecting Children Online, that was cancelled on 12/1 due to inclement weather, will be covered on this day as well as the Online Predators session. So plan to stay a little longer to learn a lot of information! 

The first part will equip parents and guardians with essential knowledge and practical strategies to ensure their children's safety in the digital world. Attendees will learn about common online risks, how to identify and prevent cyberbullying, responsible social media use, and tools for monitoring online activity.  

The second part will delve into the serious threat of online predators, helping attendees understand their tactics and how to protect vulnerable individuals. We will cover recognizing warning signs, reporting suspicious behavior, and fostering open communication about online interactions. Mr. Gorman will draw on 27 years of experience and expertise in digital forensics, experience working with federal law enforcement agencies, for tracking and recovering information that is necessary to capture an online predator in online safety cases.

For adults, registration required.

Ready to stitch, slay, and create? Join us for Slay Crochet, a crochet club at Washington Park Library! 

We’ll provide all the materials and teach you the basics and more, so you'll leave with some new skills!  Come stitch, chill, and slay with us!  

This is a club for all those who love Magic the Gathering! Bring your own Magic the Gathering commander format* deck to battle and destroy your friends and strangers! The Commander format is all about picking your hero and building a deck around them. In this casual, multiplayer format, you choose a legendary creature to serve as your commander and build the rest of your deck around their color identity and unique abilities. The deck must have 100 cards, including your commander and power level 8 and under decks recommended. Time to devour your enemies! 

¡Acompáñanos en una noche de diversión jugando Lotería en la Biblioteca Downtown! Gana premios, disfruta de aperitivos, y diviértete por la noche en este evento en la biblioteca que tendrá a todos gritando ¡Buenas!

Join us for a fun night at the Downtown Library playing Lotería (Mexican Bingo)! You don't have to speak Spanish to win prizes, enjoy snacks, and have a fun night at the library during this program that's sure to have everyone shouting  ¡Buenas!

On December 13, Krampusnacht activities will be taking place throughout downtown St. Joseph sponsored by Wayward Dreamers Guild (501c3) and other local organizations and business. Speakers will be providing an educational panel on the history and theology surrounding the Krampus legend and its current practices, geared for adults rather than a story time type of activity. 

Join us as we do crafts of some not so scary Christmas creatures. 

Are you an adult between the ages of 19-30, yet you feel like you need an adultier adult? Does it feel like someone forgot to give you the handbook when you got out of high school? And, how are you supposed to meet people and make friends nowadays, anyway? Well, you are not alone. We have the club for you! Meet with us to play games and eat snacks with other people who want the same thing as you. 

Book Club sponsored by the Friends of the Library. For adults that enjoy reading a mix of adult and young adult books. Hosted by Carnegie Librarian Jenny Ellis.

December's book is Our Infinite Fates by Laura Steven.

All 4 branches have a print book (please check with your preferred branch for availability). 

Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/afternoonteabookclub