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Tiny Tots

10:00am–11:00am
Babies
Storytime
Location: Lied Public Library
Room: Multipurpose Room-North
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

A social gathering time for caregivers and their children age 2 and under. A story, rhyme, and other activity may be included.

Book Banter

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Book Club
Location: Lied Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us for a low key chat about what you've been reading lately.  Bring the best book you've read in the last month or what you are currently reading and share briefly what it's about and what you liked or didn't like about it.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

We make every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the staff.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during programs. We use photos in our publicity, in social media, and on our websites. If you do not want your photo used, contact the staff during this program.

Role-Playing Games

4:00pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Performance, Other
Location: Lied Public Library
Room: Large Study Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Performance, Other
Event Details:

Role-playing games are just group storytelling using imagination, but with rules & dice to determine your luck & success in the moment, and a person acting as referee for rules decisions.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

We make every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the staff.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during programs. We use photos in our publicity, in social media, and on our websites. If you do not want your photo used, contact the staff during this program.

Story Hour

10:00am–11:00am
Children
Storytime
Location: Lied Public Library
Room: Multipurpose Room-North
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

For Children 3-5 years of age. Join us for books, stories, songs, crafts, and much more!

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during programs. We use photos in our publicity, in social media, and on our websites. If you do not want your photo used, contact the staff during this program.

Mah Jongg Friends

12:15pm–3:00pm
Adults, Everyone
Games
Location: Lied Public Library
Room: Multipurpose Room-South
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Learn MAH JONGG, the ancient Chinese game of tiles. It's fast, free, and fun for all ages. Mah Jongg is a fun, social, and mentally stimulating tile game played with four players. Players create strategy and build hands.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

We make every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the staff.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during programs. We use photos in our publicity, in social media, and on our websites. If you do not want your photo used, contact the staff during this program.

Technology Help with Andrew

1:00pm–3:00pm
Everyone
Technology Class
Location: Lied Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

You can come in any time during the hour, to help find information related to specific problems you have encountered when working with computers, smartphones ereaders, apps, Microsoft Office, surfing the Web, and using the library databases

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

We make every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the staff.

Domino Group

1:00pm–3:00pm
Everyone
Games
Location: Lied Public Library
Room: Multipurpose Room-South
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Do you like to play Dominoes? The Library is hosting a domino group the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month at 1pm until 3 pm. All skill levels are welcome. We will provide dominoes, but you are welcome to bring your favorite set.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

We make every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the staff.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Lego Club

3:30pm–5:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens
Arts & Crafts, Games, Workshop
Location: Lied Public Library
Room: Multipurpose Room-Full
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Workshop
Event Details:

We provide the Legos, you do the building. This is an open opportunity to get creative and build. Please Do Not bring your own Legos.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

We make every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the staff.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during programs. We use photos in our publicity, in social media, and on our websites. If you do not want your photo used, contact the staff during this program.

Role-Playing Games

4:00pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Performance, Other
Location: Lied Public Library
Room: Large Study Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Performance, Other
Event Details:

Role-playing games are just group storytelling using imagination, but with rules & dice to determine your luck & success in the moment, and a person acting as referee for rules decisions.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

We make every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the staff.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during programs. We use photos in our publicity, in social media, and on our websites. If you do not want your photo used, contact the staff during this program.

Story Hour

10:00am–11:00am
Children
Storytime
Location: Lied Public Library
Room: Multipurpose Room-North
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

For Children 3-5 years of age. Join us for books, stories, songs, crafts, and much more!

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during programs. We use photos in our publicity, in social media, and on our websites. If you do not want your photo used, contact the staff during this program.

Tiny Tots

10:00am–11:00am
Babies
Storytime
Location: Lied Public Library
Room: Multipurpose Room-North
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

A social gathering time for caregivers and their children age 2 and under. A story, rhyme, and other activity may be included.

Glowforge Help

1:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts, Technology Class, Workshop
Register
Registration Required
Location: Lied Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Technology Class, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

The library has a Glowforge Laser Cutter/etcher  equipment. You may register to learn more about these technologies or get help designing and creating with our library volunteer and library staff.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

We make every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the staff.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during programs. We use photos in our publicity, in social media, and on our websites. If you do not want your photo used, contact the staff during this program.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

5:30pm–6:30pm
Meeting
Location: Lied Public Library
Room: Multipurpose Room-South
Program Type: Meeting
Event Details:

The Board of Trustees govern the operation of the Lied Public Library. Trustees are appointed by the Mayor and approved by the Clarinda City Council. For more information, see the City Ordinance or Board Bylaws.

Stitches of Kindness

1:30pm–4:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Location: Lied Public Library
Room: Multipurpose Room-South
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us to create handmade items for donation. Whether you're experienced or a beginner, this program offers a welcoming space to work on knitting, crocheting, and textile projects that benefit local charities.

Role-Playing Games

4:00pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Performance, Other
Location: Lied Public Library
Room: Large Study Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Performance, Other
Event Details:

Role-playing games are just group storytelling using imagination, but with rules & dice to determine your luck & success in the moment, and a person acting as referee for rules decisions.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

We make every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the staff.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during programs. We use photos in our publicity, in social media, and on our websites. If you do not want your photo used, contact the staff during this program.

Author Visit Steve Dunn

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults, Everyone
Book Club
Location: Lied Public Library
Room: Multipurpose Room-Full
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Book Club

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

We make every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the staff.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during programs. We use photos in our publicity, in social media, and on our websites. If you do not want your photo used, contact the staff during this program.

Story Hour

10:00am–11:00am
Children
Storytime
Location: Lied Public Library
Room: Multipurpose Room-North
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

For Children 3-5 years of age. Join us for books, stories, songs, crafts, and much more!

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during programs. We use photos in our publicity, in social media, and on our websites. If you do not want your photo used, contact the staff during this program.

Mah Jongg Friends

12:15pm–3:00pm
Adults, Everyone
Games
Location: Lied Public Library
Room: Multipurpose Room-South
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Learn MAH JONGG, the ancient Chinese game of tiles. It's fast, free, and fun for all ages. Mah Jongg is a fun, social, and mentally stimulating tile game played with four players. Players create strategy and build hands.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

We make every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the staff.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during programs. We use photos in our publicity, in social media, and on our websites. If you do not want your photo used, contact the staff during this program.

Domino Group

1:00pm–3:00pm
Everyone
Games
Location: Lied Public Library
Room: Multipurpose Room-South
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Do you like to play Dominoes? The Library is hosting a domino group the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month at 1pm until 3 pm. All skill levels are welcome. We will provide dominoes, but you are welcome to bring your favorite set.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

We make every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the staff.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Lego Club

3:30pm–5:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens
Arts & Crafts, Games, Workshop
Location: Lied Public Library
Room: Multipurpose Room-Full
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Workshop
Event Details:

We provide the Legos, you do the building. This is an open opportunity to get creative and build. Please Do Not bring your own Legos.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

We make every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the staff.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during programs. We use photos in our publicity, in social media, and on our websites. If you do not want your photo used, contact the staff during this program.

Role-Playing Games

4:00pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Performance, Other
Location: Lied Public Library
Room: Large Study Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Performance, Other
Event Details:

Role-playing games are just group storytelling using imagination, but with rules & dice to determine your luck & success in the moment, and a person acting as referee for rules decisions.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

We make every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the staff.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during programs. We use photos in our publicity, in social media, and on our websites. If you do not want your photo used, contact the staff during this program.

Story Hour

10:00am–11:00am
Children
Storytime
Location: Lied Public Library
Room: Multipurpose Room-North
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

For Children 3-5 years of age. Join us for books, stories, songs, crafts, and much more!

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during programs. We use photos in our publicity, in social media, and on our websites. If you do not want your photo used, contact the staff during this program.

Book Club

5:00pm–5:45pm
Adults
Book Club
Location: Lied Public Library
Room: Multipurpose Room-Full
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

The Anxious Generation by Jonathon Haidt is our read for this month.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

We make every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the staff.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during programs. We use photos in our publicity, in social media, and on our websites. If you do not want your photo used, contact the staff during this program.

The Journey Back: A Holocaust Survivor VR Experience

All Day 5/4–5/16
Teens, Adults
Performance, Other
Location: Lied Public Library
Room: Multipurpose Room-South
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Performance, Other
Event Details:

The Lied Public Library - Clarinda will host "The Journey Back," a virtual reality (VR) program designed to engage visitors with powerful stories of survival, memory, and resilience.  From May 4th to May 16th, this immersive

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during programs. We use photos in our publicity, in social media, and on our websites. If you do not want your photo used, contact the staff during this program.