Library News

Countywide Events:

Feb. 6, 7 p.m.Ages 5 and up

Storytelling Concert with Donald Davis and Bil Lepp. Bil is a six-time champion of the West Virginia Liar's Contest, and while his stories may not be completely true, they are always honest. Donald tells stories so personal, you’re sure to find yourself in every one of them—and a friend along the way. This event will be held at the Utah Cultural Celebration Center (1355 West 3100 South, West Valley City). No strollers or babes in arms please.

Kearns Library

5350 South 4220 West w 801-944-7612

Mon.-Thurs. 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Closed Sunday

Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.Preschool ages and participating adult

Be a Bookworm Storytime – KEA. Join us for books, fingerplays, poetry, music and a fun craft. No registration required.

Jan. 25, 4 p.m.Ages 5 to 12

Wild Wednesdays for Kids. Once a month, join Kearns Library for a wacky and wild after-school activity. Each month we will have a different theme.

Jan. 26, 3 p.m.Teens

Gamer’s Club. Wanna play “Yu-Gi-Oh” or “Magic: the Gathering” with other Gamers? Don't know how but wanna learn? Come out every last Thursday of the month from 3 to 5 p.m. Players who participate in the theme of the month receive a free prize. Prizes are also given to winners of the tournament.

Jan. 26, 3 p.m.Teens

Kearns Anime Club. The club will be at Kearns High School (5525 Cougar Lane). Topic to be announced.

Jan. 28, 10:30 a.m.All ages with participating adult

Special Needs Sensory Storytime. A unique storytime for children with special needs. These storytimes will be geared to autistic children, but any child of any age is welcome. The attendance of a participating adult is required. Attendance is limited. Please contact Carrie Rogers-Whitehead at the library for more information.

Jan. 30, 7 p.m.Ages 3 to 9

The Princess and the Dragon Puppet Show. A fiery dragon is making trouble in the kingdom, and all the princes turn out to try their hand in the adventure.

Mondays, starting Feb. 6, 10:30 a.m.Newborn to toddler and adult

Baby Bookworms. Baby Bookworm storytimes are designed for parents and newborn to toddler-aged children to learn more about one another and to get to know others in the community. Each session is about 20 minutes long and includes stories, songs, fingerplays and action rhymes followed by time for parents to talk with other parents and playtime for children.

Feb. 6 through Feb. 11, library hoursAges 5 to 17

What Book do you LOVE? What book do you love the most? Enter our poll to win a Valentine's basket of goodies.

Feb. 7, 14, 21, 6:30 p.m.Adults

Computer Classes in Spanish. Gratis!! Clases de Computación en Español: una Serie de 4 Clases en Total. (1) Computación para Principiantes, (2) Introducción a Internet, (3) Correo Electrónico (E-mail) (4) Microsoft Word para Principiantes.

Feb. 8, 4 p.m.All ages with participating adult

Special Needs Sensory Storytime. See Jan. 28 event information.

Feb. 8, 7 p.m.Adults

Viva Vegetables – Root Vegetables. Learn about the health benefits of root vegetables and how to select, prepare and store them. Discuss some cost- and time-effective strategies for incorporating root vegetables into your meals. Recipes and samples for tasting will be provided. Register at 801-468-3179 or at http://extension.usu.edu/saltlake/htm/register.

Feb. 9, 3 p.m.Teens

Kearns Anime Club. Celebrate a Japanese-style Valentine’s Day.

Feb. 10, 11, library hoursAges 3 to 12

Valentine’s Make and Take. Come to the library to make a Valentine’s Day present for that special someone. While supplies last.

Feb. 13, 7 p.m.Families

Family Fun Yoga. Come stretch and laugh with your kids! Yoga is a fun way to spend time with your kids doing something you both will enjoy. All shapes, sizes and abilities are welcome.

Feb. 14, 3 p.m.Teens

Teen Tuesdays. A fun activity for teens the second Tuesday of each month.

Feb. 15, 7 p.m.Adults

Lighten Up! Local celebrity and stress-reduction expert, Angel Shannon, invites you to get out the crayons, the construction paper, the Play-Doh and the paste and glue. It's an "After-School Special” for adults that will remind you "Lighten Up” and rediscover your happy-go-lucky inner child. Ages 18 and up. No children, please.

Feb. 20

Holiday. Library closed.

Feb. 22, 4 p.m.Ages 5 to 12

Wild Wednesdays for Kids.

Taylorsville Library

4870 South 2700 West w 801-944-7618

Mon.-Thurs. 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Closed Sunday

Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays,Ages 0 to 2 and an adult

10:30 a.m.

Baby, Toddler and Me. A seven-week session featuring a story, songs, fingerplays and a short playtime for your baby or toddler. Parents/caregivers must accompany children. No registration required.

Tuesdays, 1:30 p.m.Preschool to Kindergarten ages

Thursdays, 11:30 a.m.

Preschool Storytime. A seven-week session featuring stories, songs and fingerplays for preschoolers ready to participate with or without their parents. No registration required.

Jan. 9 through Feb. 29Preschool to sixth grade

Caldecott Reading Challenge. Read 12 Caldecott Medal winners this winter. Pick up your reading record at the information desk starting Jan. 9. Return your reading record and earn a prize.

Jan. 28, 10:30 a.m.Families

Saturday Movie Matinee. Warm up at the library with a free matinee. Bring pillows and get comfortable. Children ages 4 and younger must attend with a caregiver. Space is limited and there are no chairs. Movie: “Dolphin Tale.” Running time: 113 minutes. Rating: PG.

Jan. 30, 7 p.m.Families

Ecosystems with Monte L. Bean Museum. Travel to warm places. Learn about four different ecosystems (wetlands, deserts, forests and grasslands). See animals from around the world with a representative from the Monte L. Bean Museum. No registration required.

Feb. 7, 7 p.m.Adults

Money Matters in Marriage. This four-part series with the USU extension is designed to help couples keep romance in their relationship while dealing with the financial aspects of their life. Session 1: “What? Talk About the Money?” Communicating with your spouse about financial matters and understanding each other’s financial personalities. Register at https://extension.usu.edu/saltlake/htm/register or by calling 801-468-3170.

Feb. 10, 3 p.m.Ages 7 and up

Magic Tree House Book Club. Stay up late with Jack and Annie as they travel to the frozen Arctic in “Polar Bears Past Bedtime.” We’ll talk about the book, learn cool facts and other fun activities. No registration required.

Feb. 17, 10:30 a.m.All Ages

Star Wars Lightsaber Craft. No school today! Drop by anytime between 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. and make a lightsaber. May the force be with you. No registration required.

Feb. 20

Holiday. Library is closed.