Programs and Events

The St. Marys Public Library strives to take an active role in our community by providing engaging programs and events. There are a variety of regular programs (descriptions below), special programs, including author visits and Living Library events, and a summer program for children. In addition, the Friends of the St. Marys Public Library offer twice annual book sales.

Check out the community calendar for program dates and times and links to sign up.

Find descriptions of our regular programming below.

After Hours @The Library

Craft in company after hours at the Library! Afterhours crafts happen About 5 times a year and are for ages 18+. Past crafts include canvas painting, candle making, flower wreaths, etc. Refreshments are provided by the Library. Watch the calendar for upcoming dates and crafts.

Registration is required.

Book Club

Welcome to our book club! This group meets once a month to discuss the monthly title. The Library provides a copy of the month's selected book to members. Contact the Library to join.

Date: Last Tuesday of each month
Time: 11:00am
Location: In person at the Library

Cooking Club

Join us the first Tuesday of each month at 10:30am for the Cooking Club, online edition! We meet on Zoom to discuss recipes, kitchen tools and all things cooking. Everyone is welcome!

Date: First Tuesday of each month
Time: 10:30am
Location: Zoom Call

Email us for more information or to sign up.

Crafty Tales

Join Laura on the second Friday of the month for rhymes, puppets, songs, shakers, and stories. Stay after the storytime for a fun, keepsake craft!

Date: Second Friday of each month
Time: 9:30am
Location: Downstairs in the Library

For 0 to school age children.
Free and no registration is required.

Living Library Events

Offered several times a year, Living Library events feature interesting people and organizations engaging in a lively conversation often led by Library CEO, Sarah Andrews. Refreshments are provided. Watch the calendar for upcoming dates and guest information.

Mahjong Intro Sessions and Open Play

Mahjong Intro Sessions

Wednesdays, 1pm

Join us at 1pm on Wednesdays for our weekly Mahjong intro session for folks who are new to the game of Mahjong, still learning, or looking for a refresher. These sessions allow participants to learn the suits, rules, and get introduced to the game cards. Participants can come to intro sessions as often as they'd like. Staying for open play is optional.

Mahjong Open Play

Wednesdays, 2pm

Join us on Wednesday afternoons for a friendly game or two (or three) of Mahjong. Come and enjoy this fun strategy and tile matching game with good company!

Everyone is welcome! These programs are free, and no registration or experience is required.

Makerspace Demo Days

Join us to get a taste for the space by making a new project each month in the Makerspace. Demo days are designed to give people an idea of the kinds of projects that can be made in the Makerspace anytime!

To register for this free program fill out the form on our Bookings page.

Date: 3rd Tuesday of each month
Time: 2-4pm or 6-8pm
Location: Library Makerspace (2nd floor)

FOL Socials

Join the Friends of the Library for a drop in evening and meet new people, chat about living in St. Marys and learn about our Library and community. If you are a community member looking to meet newcomers, please join us. Repeat attendance is welcome!

Date: 2nd Thursday of each month
Time: 6:30pm
Location: Downstairs in the Library

Writing Club

Love to write? Want to be inspired? Need feedback on a project? Want to discuss the creative process with fellow writers? Then our online Writing Club is the place for you!

To join, call the library for more information or email Laura. Everyone is welcome!

THE WRITE STUFF - ALL AGES
1st Wednesday of the month | 6:00pm-7:00pm
Open to writers of any interest and skill level, The Write Stuff is an inclusive, supportive space for creative types who want to share their creations, improve their skills, and enjoy the art of writing.

WRITE ON - YOUTH (AGES 10-17)
3rd Wednesday of the month | 6:00pm-7:00pm
Have a knack for writing that you'd like to explore? Then Write On is the club for you. Practice your craft with creative exercises and share current projects with your peers.

WRITE OF WAY - ADULTS (AGES 18+)

3rd Wednesday of the month | 7:00pm-8:00pm
Delve into the world of writing with Write of Way. Receive feedback on your works in progress and explore resources for skill building and avenues of publication.