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Read with the Sheriff: Preschool Story Time

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Education, Literacy, Story Times
Age Group:
Preschoolers

Come in with your preschooler, aged 3 1/2 to five, for an enjoyable hour filled with amazing tales, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a nifty craft! We will have a visitor from the Sheriff's Office.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Crafts, Education, Literacy, Story Times
Registration Required
Description:

Come in with your preschooler, aged 3 1/2 to five, for an enjoyable hour filled with amazing tales, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a nifty craft! We will have a visitor from the Sheriff's Office.

South Street VDOT Project - Public Hearing (Weather Date)

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Non-Library Events

This project will address safety needs along South Street between Hill St. and Commerce Ave. These improvements will include pedestrian crossings, traffic signal improvements, and raised medians. This Public Hearing will be open-forum.

Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Program Type: Non-Library Events
Description:

This project will address safety needs along South Street between Hill St. and Commerce Ave. These improvements will include pedestrian crossings, traffic signal improvements, and raised medians. This Public Hearing will be open-forum.

This is IT!

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
White Meeting Room B at Samuels Public Library
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room Name: White Meeting Room B
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Studio 330: Embroidery Club

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Studio 330 at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join hand embroidery stitchers every Thursday for a morning of stitching and socializing. Bring your own project or gain some knowledge from the community to get started. 

Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: Studio 330
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Description:

Join hand embroidery stitchers every Thursday for a morning of stitching and socializing. Bring your own project or gain some knowledge from the community to get started. 

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group

Grand Story Time

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
White Meeting Room B at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Literacy, Story Times
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers

We will have guest "grandparents" reading stories to the children in the Play Area each Thursday.  There will be nursery rhymes and a craft afterwards.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room B
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Crafts, Literacy, Story Times
Registration Required
Description:

We will have guest "grandparents" reading stories to the children in the Play Area each Thursday.  There will be nursery rhymes and a craft afterwards.

Homeschool group learning

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Description:

Co-op group lesson

Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room Name: White Meeting Room A
Description

Co-op group lesson

Izaak Walton

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
White Meeting Room B at Samuels Public Library
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room Name: White Meeting Room B
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Studio 330: Walk-In Hours

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Studio 330 at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Come tour Studio 330 or bring your project to work on. Walk-In hours are provided on a first come, first serve basis Thursdays 12-4pm.

Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: Studio 330
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Description:

Come tour Studio 330 or bring your project to work on. Walk-In hours are provided on a first come, first serve basis Thursdays 12-4pm.

CLO Elementary Tutoring

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Lou Benson & Naomi Salus Conference Room at Samuels Public Library
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room Name: Lou Benson & Naomi Salus Conference Room
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Studio 330: Glowforge Coaster Engraving

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Studio 330 at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

In Person: Come explore our Glowforge and create a one-of-a-kind slate coaster to take home with you.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: Studio 330
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Workshops
Registration Required
Description:

In Person: Come explore our Glowforge and create a one-of-a-kind slate coaster to take home with you.

Sewing Sisters

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 10:15am - 1:15pm
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Description:

Private sewing group

Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room Name: White Meeting Room A
Description

Private sewing group

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Annual Puzzle Contest Set Up

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 9:00am - 1:45pm
White Meeting Room at Samuels Public Library
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children, Teens, Adults, Family

CONTEST TIME: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Samuels Library will be hosting its annual Puzzle Contest on Saturday, January 31, 2025. Mark your calendar and stay tuned for registration information coming soon!

Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary Age Children, Teens, Adults, Family
Description:

CONTEST TIME: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Samuels Library will be hosting its annual Puzzle Contest on Saturday, January 31, 2025. Mark your calendar and stay tuned for registration information coming soon!

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Annual Puzzle Contest

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:45pm
Café Area at Samuels Public Library
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children, Teens, Adults, Family

CONTEST TIME: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Samuels Library will be hosting its annual Puzzle Contest on Saturday, January 31, 2025. Mark your calendar and stay tuned for registration information coming soon!

Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: Café Area
Age Group: Elementary Age Children, Teens, Adults, Family
Description:

CONTEST TIME: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Samuels Library will be hosting its annual Puzzle Contest on Saturday, January 31, 2025. Mark your calendar and stay tuned for registration information coming soon!

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Annual Puzzle Contest

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
White Meeting Room at Samuels Public Library
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children, Teens, Adults, Family

CONTEST TIME: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Samuels Library will be hosting its annual Puzzle Contest on Saturday, January 31, 2025. Mark your calendar and stay tuned for registration information coming soon!

Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary Age Children, Teens, Adults, Family
Description:

CONTEST TIME: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Samuels Library will be hosting its annual Puzzle Contest on Saturday, January 31, 2025. Mark your calendar and stay tuned for registration information coming soon!

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Studio 330: String Theory- A Fiber Arts Club

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Studio 330 at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Welcome to a fiber arts community for experienced, novice, or first-time artists 13 and up looking to meet other artists, relax, and/or share their expertise!

Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: Studio 330
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Description:

Welcome to a fiber arts community for experienced, novice, or first-time artists 13 and up looking to meet other artists, relax, and/or share their expertise!

This event is in the "Babies" group

Music & Movement: Babies

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Education, Health & Wellness, Literacy
Age Group:
Babies

Come listen to music and learn some basic movements as babies learn to follow directions.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Education, Health & Wellness, Literacy
Registration Required
Description:

Come listen to music and learn some basic movements as babies learn to follow directions.

This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group

Music & Movement: Toddlers & Preschoolers

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 11:15am - 11:45am
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Education, Health & Wellness, Literacy
Age Group:
Toddlers, Preschoolers

Come listen to music and learn some basic movements as toddlers and preschoolers learn to follow directions.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Education, Health & Wellness, Literacy
Registration Required
Description:

Come listen to music and learn some basic movements as toddlers and preschoolers learn to follow directions.

Izaak Walton

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
White Meeting Room B at Samuels Public Library
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room Name: White Meeting Room B
This event is in the "Adults" group

What the Tech!

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Studio 330 at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Education, S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math), Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

In-Person. Need help with technology? Come by the library every Tuesday at 2:00 PM Where we will be going over computers and other technology basics. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: Studio 330
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education, S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math), Workshops
Registration Required
Description:

In-Person. Need help with technology? Come by the library every Tuesday at 2:00 PM Where we will be going over computers and other technology basics. 

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group

Silhouettes: America 250

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Education, Literacy
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children

George Washington and Abraham Lincoln have very distinct silhouettes.  As we celebrate our 250th Anniversary, we will learn about shadows and silhouettes and then make our own.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children
Program Type: Crafts, Education, Literacy
Registration Required
Description:

George Washington and Abraham Lincoln have very distinct silhouettes.  As we celebrate our 250th Anniversary, we will learn about shadows and silhouettes and then make our own.

This event is in the "Toddlers" group

Toddler Story Time

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Education, Literacy, Story Times
Age Group:
Toddlers

Bring your toddler to a potpourri of simple stories, fun songs, and a cute craft!  For children up to 3 years of age.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Crafts, Education, Literacy, Story Times
Registration Required
Description:

Bring your toddler to a potpourri of simple stories, fun songs, and a cute craft!  For children up to 3 years of age.

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group

Preschool Story Time

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Education, Literacy, Story Times
Age Group:
Preschoolers

Come in with your preschooler, aged 3 1/2 to five, for an enjoyable hour filled with amazing tales, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a nifty craft! 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Crafts, Education, Literacy, Story Times
Registration Required
Description:

Come in with your preschooler, aged 3 1/2 to five, for an enjoyable hour filled with amazing tales, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a nifty craft! 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Bad Romance Book Club

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Baxter-Bowling Conference Room at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Adults

Do you consider yourself a hopeless romantic?  Are bad romances a guilty pleasure of yours?  Can't get enough puns?  Can you quote every line from your favorite rom-com? 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: Baxter-Bowling Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Groups
Registration Required
Description:

Do you consider yourself a hopeless romantic?  Are bad romances a guilty pleasure of yours?  Can't get enough puns?  Can you quote every line from your favorite rom-com? 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Studio 330: Embroidery Club

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Studio 330 at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join hand embroidery stitchers every Thursday for a morning of stitching and socializing. Bring your own project or gain some knowledge from the community to get started. 

Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: Studio 330
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Description:

Join hand embroidery stitchers every Thursday for a morning of stitching and socializing. Bring your own project or gain some knowledge from the community to get started.