Learn about Holi, a festival signifying the arrival of Spring and observed by millions of Hindu people. Sing, dance and enjoy visiting musician Anandita Basu, a world renowned classical Indian singer from Kolkata. Splash colors afterwards outside on the plaza. All ages welcome. Registration not required.
For adults. Don't toss your broken household items, or clothing in need of mending! Bring them to the library where skilled 'fixers' will try to repair them. Please register in advance at kcls.org.
Lean how Tailoring Your Attire Contributes to Gender Euphoria. For adults and teens. Join a 30-minute presentation, followed by a Q&A, to understand how the fit of a garment facilitates the expression of gender euphoria. Please register at kcls.org. This presentation will be followed by a gender-affirming clothing alteration workshop at 6:45 PM in the Library's […]
Online program for adults. Talk about romance that takes place in the pacific northwest or is written by authors from the region. Love to read romance or want to try it out? Join other readers and a librarian in exploring new and diverse romance books. Please register at kcls.org.
Join the Maple Valley Youth Symphony Orchestra musicians for an hour of fun with instrument experimentation as well as a short musical performance. Please register at kcls.org. Ages 5 and older, siblings welcome.
For adults, teens and children. Join an exciting collaboration between the library, Allied Arts of Renton and the Renton Municipal Arts Commission! As we embark on this exciting partnership, we want to hear from you. What types of art programming would you like to see? Are there specific artists or topics you're interested in? Come to this drop-in event […]
For adults. Make a piece of art using items available here at the library! Or bring your own project and visit while you craft. Supplies provided. Please register here
Celebrate Poetry Month with the City of Auburn’s Poet Laureate, Mateo Acuña. Sudents are invited to a writing workshop for teens, focused on the themes of self and identity. Work on poems with Mateo and eat pizza! Sponsored by the Friends of the Auburn Library. For high school ages. Please register for: April 9th from […]
For adults and teens. Explore the fun and fabulous world of printmaking! Design and create your own unique art prints using Lego tiles and the Provisional Press. All materials provided. Please register here
For adults. Talk about romance that includes various sports activities and players, and why we think this trope is so popular. Love to read romance or want to try it out? Join other readers and a librarian in exploring new and diverse romance books. Please register here
For teens and adults. Presented by Emily Mallory of Emily's Papercrafts. Have you ever wondered about the art of upcycled book folding? Learn the basics while working on a heart, which is a fun and easy project you'll finish and take home! Please register here
For adults and teens. Join an exploration of the Hawaiian Art of Kapa (bark cloth) and learn how Native Hawaiians are protecting this complex art form from extinction. Get a deeper understanding of Hawaiian Arts and Culture and create your own Kapa-inspired piece of art to take home. Facilitated by Malia Peoples, a Native Hawaiian […]
For adults. Using the provided materials, learn the simple iris paperfolding technique to create stunning results! Then make your own several beautiful, handcrafted cards to keep or give away. Please register here
KCLS wants to hear from you! Participate in a World Language Community Listening Sessions Help KCLS understand the perspectives and lived experiences of immigrants, refugees, English Language Learner (ELL) individuals and multilingual communities. Share your ideas and vision to build stronger communities and better serve you. Refreshments provided by the KCLS Foundation. April 27, 2024 […]