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FAMILYFLove Your Local Pets Food DriveA pet food drive for local pets in the care of Salt Lake County Animal Services. Your donation of dry cat or dog food helps these animals stay happy and healthy.All County Library branchesFebruary 1–29

Family Yoga FunA family activity that involves laughing, stretching, and most importantly, fun. All shapes, sizes and abilities are welcome. Namaste.West Jordan, Tuesday, January 14, 6:30 pm

Pokémon™ ClubPlay the Pokémon™ Trading Card Game! Bring your deck or borrow ours.HunterWednesday, January 15, 6:30–8:30 pm Wednesday, February 19, 6:30–8:30 pm

Family Service ProjectHelp Salt Lake County Animal Shelter with a donation of the most-needed items: soft dog treats, new dog and cat toys, pure pumpkin, applesauce and chicken broth.South Jordan, January 1–11

Lunar New YearCelebrate the Year of the Rat with Lunar New Year customs and festivities.Library’s Viridian Event Center Saturday, February 1, 1–4 pm

Winter SparklesUse glitter, marbles, glass and ceramic tiles to make a winter-themed mosaic coaster. West Jordan, Saturday, January 11, 11 amBingham Creek, Monday, January 13, 7 pmDraper, Thursday, January 16, 7 pmSmith, Saturday, January 25, 3 pmSandy, Thursday, January 30, 7 pmMagna, Saturday, February 1, 4 pmWest Valley, Saturday, February 8, 2 pm

Winter Storytime with DucksThe storytime ducks are back and ready to celebrate the season with fascinating duck facts and fun holiday and winter-themed stories.Sandy, Wednesday, January 8, 10:30 amMillcreek, Wednesday, January 22, 10:30 amMagna, Wednesday, January 29, 11 amTyler, Saturday, February 8, 11 amWest Jordan, Saturday, February 22, 11 am

Adventures in ElectricityStop in and discover the properties of static electricity and electrical circuits at various stations with fun STEM activities.Millcreek, Friday, January 10, 4 pmWest Valley, Saturday, January 11, 2 pmWhitmore, Wednesday, January 15, 5 pmSandy, Wednesday, January 22, 5 pmRiverton, Friday, January 24, 10:30 am West Jordan, Wednesday, February 5, 5 pmSmith, Tuesday, February 11, 5 pmDraper, Friday, February 21, 4 pm

The Lion and the MousePresented by Utah Puppet TheaterAesop’s classic fable about an overconfident lion and a kind mouse.South Jordan, Thursday, January 9, 10:15 and 11:15 amDraper, Friday, January 10, 11:15 am and 1:15 pmTyler, Saturday, January 11, 11 amSandy, Monday, January 13, 10:30 and 11:30 amWest Valley, Wednesday, January 15, 10:15 amMagna, Wednesday, January 15, 11 amWhitmore, Tuesday, January 21, 4 pmColumbus, Wednesday, January 22, 10:30 amSmith, Friday, January 24, 10:30 amTaylorsville, Monday, January 27, 6:30 pmBingham Creek, Monday, January 27, 7 pm Millcreek, Thursday, January 30, 10:30 am

The Princess and the FrogPresented by Utah Puppet TheaterA princess, a frog and a promise of a kiss. Magna, Wednesday, February 5, 11 amDraper, Friday, February 7, 11:15 am and 1:15 pmHerriman, Wednesday, February 12, 10:30 am and 1:30 pmSouth Jordan, Thursday, February 13, 10:15 and 11:15 amRiverton, Tuesday, February 18, 10:30 amColumbus, Wednesday, February 19, 10:30 amRiverton, Wednesday, February 19, 10:30 amRiverton, Thursday, February 20, 10:30 amWhitmore, Thursday, February 20, 4 pmSandy, Monday, February 24, 10:30 and 11:30 amBingham Creek, Monday, February 24, 7 pmMillcreek, Tuesday, February 25, 10:30 amWest Valley, Wednesday, February 26, 10:15 am

Take Your Child to the LibraryCelebrate the library and learning by bringing your child to the County Library for a high five and a sticker. Kids who sign up for their first County Library Card will receive a special surprise.All County Library branchesSaturday, February 1, 10 am–6 pm

Get CuriousLittle learners will build and explore with hands-on play and fun experiments.Library’s Viridian Event CenterSaturday, March 7, 10 am–Noon

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TEENSTTeen TuesdaysJanuary: Vision Boards for the New Year. February: Gentle Yoga for your body and mind.HunterTuesday, January 14, 5 pmTuesday, February 4, 5 pm

Author Event: Tricia LevensellerIn partnership with The King’s English BookshopMeet author Tricia Levenseller and celebrate the launch of her new book, The Shadows Between Us. Books will be available for purchase and can be signed at the event.Sandy, Monday, February 24, 7 pm

Formal Wear SwapBring your gently used, pre-laundered formal wear to any County Library branch from February 1–29 and receive a one time-fine waiver for up to $5. Return to the County Library March 14 to select a free, new-to-you outfit at the Formal Wear Swap.All County Library branches February 1–29Select a free, new-to-you formal outfit. VIP access/selection rights, for those who donated, begins at 10 am. Doors open to the public at 11 am.Tyler, Saturday, March 14, 10 am–1 pm

SLCC Community Writing Center WorkshopsPresented by SLCC CommunityWriting CenterWe’ve got the WRITE stuff for you! Learn the writing skills you need to succeed.College-Bound: Writing Scholarship EssaysHunter, Saturday, February 15, 11 amSpeculative FictionColumbus, Mondays, February 10–24, 6:30 pmAdvanced Creative JournalingWest Jordan, Saturday, February 22, 1–3 pmTo find additional programs: thecountylibrary.org/calendar

Kick Ash Film FestivalIn Partnership with Salt Lake County Health Department, University of Utah Health Plans, RC Willey, Primary Children’s Hospital, Larry H. Miller and Intermountain HealthcareIncrease awareness about the dangers of vaping by submitting a short film in Salt Lake County Health Department’s third Kick Ash Film Festival. This year’s theme is “Huff Puff Hooked.” Cash Prize winners will be featured during a red carpet screening at the Library’s Viridian Event Center in March.Contest open: January 2–February 27Red Carpet EventLibrary’s Viridian Event CenterMarch 19, 6:30 pmsaltlakehealth.org/tobacco

LEGO® MINDSTORMS®Presented by Clark PlanetariumA four-week program with new hands-on robotics activities in each class that focus on programming, creativity and problem solving.Millcreek, Wednesdays, January, 4:30 pmMagna, Thursdays, January, 4:30 pmDraper, Fridays, January, 4:30 pmColumbus, Tuesdays, January, 4 pmHunter, Wednesdays, February, 4:30 pm

O.W.L. Camp RegistrationO.W.L. Camp is free one-day STEAM-based summer camp for youth ages 11–18 who have a County Library card. Each day is inspired by Harry Potter’s experiences at Hogwarts. Applications available March 1.March 1–31 thecountylibrary.org/wizarding

Teen Yule BallA formal dance for teens. Wear your best dress, suit or wizarding attire. Come with a date, a group of friends or by yourself. Free tickets available at: thecountylibrary.org/yuleballLibrary’s Viridian Event CenterFriday, January 17, 7–10 pm

SLCC Community Writing Center WorkshopsPresented by SLCC CommunityWriting CenterWe’ve got the WRITE stuff for you! Learn the writing skills you need to succeed.College-Bound: Writing Scholarship EssaysHunter, Saturday, February 15, 11 amSpeculative FictionColumbus, Mondays, February 10–24, 6:30 pmAdvanced Creative JournalingWest Jordan, Saturday, February 22, 1–3 pmTo find additional programs: thecountylibrary.org/calendar

Galactic Grown-upsIn partnership with Clark PlanetariumUse virtual reality, stargazing computer programs and more, and create intergalactic art as you learn about space with hands-on STE[A]M activities for adults.Art and Cosmic ConnectionColumbus, Tuesday, January 7, 7 pmTaylorsville, Monday, February 3, 7 pmWest Jordan, Monday, February 10, 7 pmVR Experience on the MoonBingham Creek, Tuesday, January 28, 7 pmDraper, Monday, February 24, 7 pmRobotics Programming SeriesWhitmore, Monday, February, 7 pm

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ADULTSA These events take place at the Library’s Viridian Event CenterFree Health ScreeningsIn partnership with The University of Utah College of PharmacyLearn about heart health, diabetes and receive tools for general health. Blood glucose, blood pressure and BMI screenings available.Various County Library branchesthecountylibrary.org/calendarJanuary–April

Declutter and Organize Your HomeUsing the techniques found in the New York Times bestseller The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo, learn how to declutter and organize your home.South Jordan, Monday, January 13, 7 pm

BollyX® Fitness Class Fitness class based on the music and dance of the Bollywood Film Industry. Whitmore, Thursday, January 9, 7 pmColumbus, Saturday, January 11, 2 pmTaylorsville, Monday, January 13, 7 pmWhitmore, Thursday, January 16, 7 pmWest Valley, Saturday, January 18, 2 pmWhitmore, Thursday, January 23, 7 pmWest Valley, Saturday, February 1, 2 pm

Chair YogaYoga in and using a chair. All experience levels and abilities are welcome.West Jordan, Tuesday, January 7, 7 pmRiverton, Thursday, January 16, 7 pmBingham Creek, Saturday, January 18, 10:30 amWest Valley, Tuesday, January 21, 1 pmBingham Creek, Saturday, February 1, 11:30 amHunter, Tuesday, February 4, 5 pmWest Valley, Tuesday, February 11, 1 pmWest Valley, Tuesday, February 25, 1 pm

Salt Lake’s Mardi Gras GalaWear a mask and come dressed to the nines for this traditional Cajun brouhaha, complete with beads, music, a parade and more. Tickets available for this FREE event February 1: thecountylibrary.org/mardigrasLibrary’s Viridian Event CenterSaturday, February 22, 7–10 pm

Stress ManagementLearn to focus on the emotional stress by using practical techniques to increase personal power and confidence.Hunter, Tuesday, January 14, 5 pm Magna, Thursday, February 6, 7 pm

The Earliest Spring GardenYour garden can be the earliest in the neighborhood and harvest by the first week of April with some easy work done indoors.Tyler, Saturday, February 1, 11:30 amBingham Creek, Wednesday, February 19, 7 pmMagna, Thursday, February 20, 7 pmRiverton, Thursday, February 27, 7 pm

Excellence ConcertsPresented in partnership with Excellence in the CommunityCommunity concerts featuring Utah’s best artists.Saturday, January 11, 7 pmSaturday, February 8, 7 pmPerformance info: thecountylibrary.org/concerts

Tuesday Night ClassesTopics vary and often include home ownership, finances, healthy relationships and parenting.thecountylibrary.org/calendar

Teen Yule BallA formal dance for teens. Wear your best dress, suit or wizarding attire. Come with a date, a group of friends or by yourself. Free tickets available at:thecountylibrary.org/yuleballLibrary’s Viridian Event Center Friday, January 17, 7–10 pm

Lunar New YearCelebrate the Year of the Rat with Lunar New Year customs and festivities.Library’s Viridian Event Center Saturday, February 1, 1–4 pm

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The Beauty of ChinaHaobo Zhang and the Xinzhuang Art InstituteLibrary’s Viridian Event Center January 1–February 19

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Kearns: Estimated reopen late 2020Construction Closure

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