Lubbock Libraries Week of Story Times, Clubs, and Community Programs

LUBBOCK, TX — The Lubbock Public Library system will host a full slate of activities and programs across its branches from Monday, August 11, through Friday, August 15. The events, geared toward children, teens, adults, and seniors, are free to attend unless otherwise noted.

Highlights for the week include special storytimes, health workshops, crafting groups, and cultural clubs.

Monday, August 11

• Parenting Cottage Storytime – 10:30–11 a.m., Mahon Library (1306 9th St.). Each family receives a free book while supplies last. Call 806-775-2835.

• Family LEGO Night – 6:30–8 p.m., Groves Branch Library (5520 19th St.). For families with children ages 3 and up. LEGOs provided. Call 806-775-3723.

Tuesday, August 12

• Preschool Storytime – 10 a.m., Patterson Branch Library (1836 Parkway Dr.).

• 30 Days to a Healthier You – 1–3 p.m., Mahon Library. A four-part wellness series led by Natural Grocers' health coaches, includes free screenings. Ages 18 and up. Call 806-775-2835.

• Knit & Crochet With Us – 1–3 p.m., Groves Branch Library. For ages 12 and up. Bring your own supplies. Call 806-775-3723.

• Learn to Knit and Crochet – 3–5 p.m., Groves Branch Library. Beginners welcome. Ages 8 and up. Bring your own supplies. Call 806-775-3723.

• Glimpses of Lubbock History – 7–8 p.m., Groves Branch Library. This month’s presentation by Dr. Elissa Stroman covers the history of Lubbock theatre companies. Ages 18 and up. Call 806-775-3723.

Wednesday, August 13

• Preschool Storytime – 10:30 a.m., Groves Branch Library.

• Hub City Book Club: Chapter 2 (Bilingual) – 10:30–11:30 a.m., Maggie Trejo Supercenter (3200 Amherst St.). This month’s title is Camino Island by John Grisham. Next month’s book: Where the Crawdads Sing. Call 806-775-2661 or 806-775-2835.

• Tiny Tots Storytime – 12:30–1 p.m., Godeke Branch Library (5034 Frankford Ave.). Includes free book courtesy of Literacy Lubbock. Call 806-775-3636.

• Senior Day Out – 2–3 p.m., Patterson Branch Library. Activities and resources for adults 50 and older. Call 806-767-3300.

• Tween K-Club – 4:30–5:30 p.m., Groves Branch Library. For ages 9–12. Explore Korean culture through music, games and snacks. Call 806-775-3723.

Thursday, August 14

• Preschool Storytime – 10:30 a.m., Godeke Branch Library.

• Tiny Tots Storytime – 11–11:30 a.m., Groves Branch Library. Free book included, courtesy of Literacy Lubbock. Call 806-775-3636.

• Parenting Cottage Storytime – 11:30 a.m.–noon, Patterson Branch Library. Free book while supplies last. Call 806-767-3300.

• Tween Anime Club – 4:30–5:30 p.m., Groves Branch Library. For ages 9–12. Watch anime, enjoy snacks and themed activities. Call 806-775-3723.

Friday, August 15

• Parenting Cottage Storytime – 10:30–11 a.m., Groves Branch Library. Free book while supplies last. Call 806-775-3723.

For more details, visit lubbocklibrary.com or call the hosting branch directly. All events are free and open to the public.