August events at Conifer Public Library

Summer Reading may be over, but there are some events going on at the library as we all take a deep breath and get ready for the school year! Prizes from Summer Reading can still be claimed for the first week of August, so if you haven’t dropped in to collect yours yet, don’t put it off!

Every Saturday at 10:45 am – Family Story Time

8/6 – The Art House, 6:00 pm
Evergreen artist Chris McAllister helps you discover how to better use the visual vocabulary of shape, value, color, line, texture and edges. Explore these concepts in still life, landscape, portrait and figure paintings. All skill levels are welcome. Bring in a project you’re already working on or join a group project. A limited amount of extra supplies is available, so please bring your own oil or acrylic paint supplies. New students welcome.

8/10 – 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Party, 9:00-12:00 am
Discover the fun at special parties held at each Library to celebrate 1000 Books Before Kindergarten! Whether you've finished reading 1000 Books, you're ready to start or you want to learn about the program - everyone is welcome. Explore the kids’ spaces, make a craft to take home, and learn ways to read, talk, sing, write, and play together. Light breakfast provided.

8/11 – LEGO® Play & Build, 1:00 pm
Calling all LEGO® fans! Builders of all ages are welcome to drop in and build their own creations. What story will you tell? We provide the LEGO® bricks and LEGO DUPLO® for younger kids.
©2019 The LEGO ® Group. LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this program.

8/14 – Tai Chi and Health, 6:30 pm
Reap the benefits of Tai Chi, a lifetime preventative exercise and health system based on Chinese medicine, martial arts and philosophy. Improve balance, relieve osteoporosis and fibromyalgia symptoms, and strengthen nervous and cardiovascular systems. Experience meditation in motion.

8/17 – Discovery Play, 11:30 am
Let's play! Build STEM skills as you enjoy songs, stories and hands-on fun with your family. Keep the fun going with 1000 Books Before Kindergarten! Get your child ready to read by sharing books together. Read anything, even the same story over and over!

8/20 – The Art House, 6:00 pm

8/27 – Prize-Winning Book Group, 6:30 pm
Discuss great reads. New members always welcome!
Today's book: The Moor’s Account by Laila Lalami