Programs

Calendar of Events

September 2023

Special Events and Programs

NEW Reading Buddies - We're inviting rising young readers in grades Pk-3rd to come read with Teen Volunteers
September 6 at 4:30 and September 30 at 11:00 (registration required)
Teens Volunteers Needed for Reading Buddies - September 

Book/Movie Trivia for Adults - September 18 at 1:00, no registration necessary


Library Friends of Arlington

Senior Non-Resident Library Card Sponsorship 
Want to join a great library? Age 50 and older? Live outside of the Town of Arlington city limits? That's the only qualifications needed for this great sponsorship by the Library Friends of Arlington.
Join today. See Staff for more information. Offer only available for non-resident and while cards last.

Builders Club
Calling all Master Builders!
Join us Tuesdays from 4:00 - 4:45 to challenge your building skills. For children in grades K and up! 
Due to small parts Adult supervision for children under 5 is required.
Building materials available vary each week but may include Legos, Magnetic Tiles and more. 


Tuesday Storytime
Arlington Safe Room
11842 Otto Lane

Toddler / PRK Storytime
LA HORA DE CUENTOS
Join us Tuesdays weekly for Storytime at 10:30 at the Arlington Safe Room.
Every Tuesday we enjoy stories, songs, counting, dancing, and a great way for parent interaction with your little one. This program is designed to build early language and literacy foundations in toddlers and pre-school age children. Storytime + Craft Day is held the 4th Tuesday (October-May) and is designed especially with the developmental tasks of toddlers in mind. See more here., and here.
Follow the Library on Facebook for all schedule changes. 

Weekly Virtual Storytime
Join us every week for other great virtual Storytimes!
Read With Me Storytime is every Wednesday at 10:30 that provides a closer interaction for enjoying the stories. Some weeks you will enjoy great special guest readers. Be sure to watch and read along! Say 'hello' to us in the comments so we know you are watching.
All Virtual Storytimes can be found weekly on the Library Facebook page.
Tune in Live weekly, but if you can't meet with us live, no worries, all sessions are recorded and post immediately after each event.

Knitting Club  - Tuesdays & Saturdays at the Library
Our weekly knitting club takes place from 10 AM - 12 PM on Tuesdays and Saturdays at 2 PM.
New to knitting? No problem! All levels of experience and all ages are welcome
to join us at the Sam T. Wilson Library as we learn the art of knitting.
All library programs are free and open to the public. More info.  

Chess Club - Mondays 5:00 - 6:30

Join individuals of all ages and levels of experience for a game of strategy and problem solving. You are invited to learn and master the art of chess. No registration necessary. Students under age 12 must be accompanied by parent or designated adult while in the library.

All students will need a parent or adult to sign them in due to the library policy: all children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a parent or designated responsible person while in the library. We require the parent/responsible person to remain onsite throughout the program. There is seating available on the patio (weather permitting) or you may stay in your vehicle in the parking lot. Please see staff if another arrangement needs to be made. Schedule changes will be posted on Facebook. More info

Monthly Programs

Bookworms Elementary Book Club
Saturday, September 16 at 11:00 AM
Join the Sam T. Wilson Bookworms one Saturday each month.
Bookworms can share what they liked and didn't like about the book pick and enjoy an activity relating to the book. Books available for checkout at the library and as an ebook on Libby.  Book Pick The Sisters Grimm by Michael Buckley

Masterminds Tween & Teen Book Club
Saturday, September 16 at 1:00
Love to read? We love books! We invite you to join us one Saturday afternoon each month to chat about a great book!
Book Pick Loot by Jude Watson

No registration required * Books available for checkout at the Library 
You are invited to join us even if you haven't read the selection for this month! 

Home School Book Club  
Book Pick
September 25 at 1:30 - Elementary and 2:00 - Middle School
This book club is for both students and parents or care givers. If you love to read and to chat about books, this is the club for you!
For more information about the HSCB follow the library on Facebook or call the Library at 901-867-1954 or email:library@townofarlington.org
 
Book Club for Adults
September 20 at 1:30
The book chat is for all adult ages to share about our current book selection, what you're currently reading or what you've read. We encourage sharing all reviews and recommendations for other members of the group. A great way to reconnect, meet people, make new friends, and add great recommendations to your reading list. Monthly book selections are available at the Library for checkout.
For additional information: call the Library at 901-867-1954 or email:library@townofarlington.org

Teen Advisory Board
September 27 at 4:30 at the Library
Teens we invite you to join us monthly. We want your input and to share your ideas about resources for your library. Earn volunteer or service hours for attending meetings and the library is a great place to make new friends. More info.

The Art Club
Sunflower Art - September
September 23 at 11:00 at the Library - Early Session
September 23 at 4:00 at the Library - Afternoon Session
Ages 9 & Older * Registration Required * Limited Seating * Supplies provided
Contact the library to register or more information, click here.

Kids Art Class
Kids Art Class for ages 5 - 9  will be available the first Saturday each month at 11:00.
Registration is required. Limited seating October 7

Kids ZONE DIY Craft Day - Take & Make Kits
Join us the 2nd Saturday monthly for the Kids ZONE DIY Craft Day. Take & Make craft kits will be available, while supply lasts. All supplies will be included and kits will be labeled for any additional glue, tape, etc. will be needed. More information