Join us at Central Library for a workshop led by local artist Wavy Blayne. Drawing inspiration from Japanese culture, street art, and his personal experiences, he creates a distinctive Afrofuturistic style that pushes boundaries and sparks creativity.
January 15 - Online
Join us for a magical moment with New York Times bestselling author TJ Klune as he chats about his Cerulean Chronicles, with special emphasis on his newest in the series, Somewhere Beyond the Sea.
January 12th is Hot Tea Day! Celebrate with a science fiction or fantasy novel with a "cozy feeling". Less (but not always no) saving the world, more sipping tea in the Shire. The vibe is light, the endings are happy, and and if violence occurs, it's rarely graphic, and the romance is often sweet.
Explore our 2024 Staff Picks for adults, teens, and kids. Find the perfect audiobook to accompany your morning walk, or choose a movie to enjoy on a cozy winter afternoon. Additionally, browse through our recommendations for holiday gift ideas that will delight your favorite readers!
See our picksThe Quick Reads collection is made up of a variety of short books and stories written in an accessible style for adults. The books are intended to be a good introduction to new authors, genres, and reading in general, and are designed to encourage adults who don't read often to enjoy books. They can also be really helpful to people who are learning English.
Learn more and browseAll ages are invited to meet-up with fellow creatives to learn a new skill or improve one you have always enjoyed! Books, e-books, magazines, video tutorials, and more will keep your creative muse flowing all year long! Also don't miss Meet the Artists 2025. View the works of prominent local African American artists during one of the city’s premiere cultural events. Meet the Artists has been showcasing local artists for more than thirty years.
Learn more
Are you looking for your next read? We can help! Visit us in person, explore reading recommendations online, join an in-person or online book discussion, get recommendations on Facebook or tune in to our televised book club segments!
Browse nowThis year's annual Fall Fest included a fireside chat with 16 year-old author and activist, Yolanda Renee King, the only grandchild of the late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Coretta Scott King and Anais Briscoe-Beuoy, a local youth leader, poet, and Regional Scholastic Writing Award Winner. In addition to Kings’ talk, local youth performed their winning entries from this year’s Slammin' Rhymes Challenge, a contest for poets, rappers, and spoken word artists in grades 6-12.
Get answers to reference questions, assistance with the catalog, research help, and more.
Call, Text, or Email Us