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Writer's Bloc: Free Write

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Cherry Lane Small Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Build Your Skills, Do an Activity, Find Support, Join a Club or Group, Learn About It, Read, Write, Talk, Sing, Play, Count
Event Details:

Searching for a community of writers who share your love for the written word? Join us to meet other writers, hear from local authors, and share your writing in a workshop setting.

Networking Breakfast

7:30am - 9:00am
unBound
Open
Registration
Library Branch: unBound
Room: Flexible Open Space
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Attend an Event, Find Support, Get Involved, Learn About It
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Join us for a networking breakfast every 2nd Thursday of each month from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. at our unBound branch. Share insights, exchange ideas, and forge valuable connections in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

We often take photographs during library events. Please let our photographer know if you do not want us to publish photos of your child.

Birds of Prey

10:00am - 11:00am
Silverstone
Library Branch: Silverstone
Room: Silverstone
Age Group: All Ages/Families
Program Type: Attend an Event, Learn About It
Event Details:

Boise's very own World Center for Birds of Prey will be visiting the library with two of their avian ambassadors. Come meet these beautiful birds, learn about raptor biology, and conservation science! 

Teen AI Olympics

10:00am - 12:00pm
unBound
Open
Registration
Library Branch: unBound
Room: Flexible Open Space
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Attend an Event, Build Your Skills, Do an Activity, Learn About It
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us for a transformative experience that empowers young minds to harness the potential of AI, particularly Large Language Models (LLMs), in creative, ethical, and innovative ways.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

We often take photographs during library events. Please let our photographer know if you do not want us to publish photos of your child.

STEAM Lab

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Cherry Lane Large Conference Room
Age Group: School Age (grades K-6)
Program Type: Attend an Event, Build Your Skills, Do an Activity, Learn About It
Event Details:

Join us for a special project every week! We will explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Ideal for ages 6-12.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

We often take photographs during library events. Please let our photographer know if you do not want us to publish photos of your child.

Adventure in the Outdoors: Hiking and Wildflowers

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Cherry Lane Large Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Attend an Event, Learn About It
Event Details:

Join Boise—based hiking guidebook author, Scott Marchant, for a
presentation and slideshow highlighting both outstanding
wildflower and view hikes from his five central Idaho guidebooks.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

We often take photographs during library events. Please let our photographer know if you do not want us to publish photos of your child.

Adventure in the Outdoors: The Night Sky

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Silverstone
Library Branch: Silverstone
Room: Silverstone
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Attend an Event, Learn About It
Event Details:

Join Jonah Womack, an Idaho Park Ranger, to learn about the night sky.

BSU Planetarium

10:00am - 12:00pm
Cherry Lane
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Cherry Lane Large Conference Room
Age Group: All Ages/Families, Pre-K (ages 0-5), School Age (grades K-6), Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Attend an Event, Do an Activity, Learn About It
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 76
Event Details:

Join us for an Out-Of-This-World time at the library. Boise State University's Astronomy Club as we learn about space, explore the Space Station, and view the sun. Registration is required for all participants. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

We often take photographs during library events. Please let our photographer know if you do not want us to publish photos of your child.

CNC Basics

2:00pm - 5:00pm
unBound
Open
Registration
Library Branch: unBound
Room: CNC Machine
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Attend an Event, Learn About It
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Step into the world of precision woodworking and digital craftsmanship and explore the possibilities of creating intricate wood objects using Computer Numerical Control (CNC) technology.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

We often take photographs during library events. Please let our photographer know if you do not want us to publish photos of your child.

Meridian Knights Chess Club

1:30pm - 3:30pm
Orchard Park
Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Conference Room
Age Group: School Age (grades K-6), Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Build Your Skills, Do an Activity, Join a Club or Group, Learn About It
Event Details:

Want to learn the basics of chess? You can play for fun or learn how to participate in tournament chess as part of Meridian Knights prize-winning chess team. Geared towards all levels K-12.

CNC Workshop

2:00pm - 5:00pm
unBound
Open
Registration
Library Branch: unBound
Room: CNC Machine
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Attend an Event, Learn About It
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

This workshop is for those who have taken one of our basics courses, or have had training on our CNC machine and have a design ready to mill on our machine! Hands-on activities will allow you to put your learning into practice.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

We often take photographs during library events. Please let our photographer know if you do not want us to publish photos of your child.

Continuous Improvement Basics

4:00pm - 5:00pm
unBound
Open
Registration
Library Branch: unBound
Room: unBound Meet
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Attend an Event, Build Your Skills, Get Involved, Learn About It
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Continuous Improvement is a skillset often found in Manufacturing and Tech - but it's a secret weapon that small businesses often don't know they need. 

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

We often take photographs during library events. Please let our photographer know if you do not want us to publish photos of your child.

ASL Conversation Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Children's Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12), Adults
Program Type: Build Your Skills, Join a Club or Group, Learn About It
Event Details:

Connect with others who share your love for this beautiful language. Here you can practice signing, build confidence, and achieve fluency by conversing in American Sign Language. All skill levels are welcome.

Teen AI Olympics

10:00am - 12:00pm
unBound
Open
Registration
Library Branch: unBound
Room: Flexible Open Space
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Attend an Event, Build Your Skills, Do an Activity, Learn About It
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us for a transformative experience that empowers young minds to harness the potential of AI, particularly Large Language Models (LLMs), in creative, ethical, and innovative ways.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

We often take photographs during library events. Please let our photographer know if you do not want us to publish photos of your child.

Coming Home: Women's Reentry Networking Lunch

12:00pm - 1:15pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Cherry Lane Large Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Attend an Event, Find Support, Get Involved, Learn About It
Event Details:

Women returning from incarceration often have few, if any, resources to help them reintegrate into the community, establish homes, find employment, and to successfully reunite with their children.

Pokémon Club

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Orchard Park
Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Program Room
Age Group: All Ages/Families, School Age (grades K-6), Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Build Your Skills, Do an Activity, Join a Club or Group, Learn About It
Event Details:

Collect, trade, battle, watch, and chat all things Pokémon! We'll be playing Pokémon TCG, plus anything else related to Pokémon. Bring your friends, family, rivals, and have fun! Don't have a deck?

Disclaimer(s)

We often take photographs during library events. Please let our photographer know if you do not want us to publish photos of your child.

Teenpreneur- Business Startup

6:00pm - 7:00pm
unBound
Library Branch: unBound
Room: Flexible Open Space
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Attend an Event, Build Your Skills, Find Support, Get Involved, Learn About It
Event Details:

Are you a teen with big dreams and innovative ideas?

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

We often take photographs during library events. Please let our photographer know if you do not want us to publish photos of your child.

Medicare Playbook for Baby Boomers

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Cherry Lane Large Conference Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Learn About It
Event Details:

Learn the rules of Medicare! Understand when and why penalties can be applied and how to avoid them. Get the answers to your questions and learn how the Medicare system works.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

CLOSED Juneteenth

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Cherry Lane, Orchard Park, Silverstone, unBound, Community, Tiny Library, Digital

Teen AI Olympics

10:00am - 12:00pm
unBound
Open
Registration
Library Branch: unBound
Room: Flexible Open Space
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Attend an Event, Build Your Skills, Do an Activity, Learn About It
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us for a transformative experience that empowers young minds to harness the potential of AI, particularly Large Language Models (LLMs), in creative, ethical, and innovative ways.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

We often take photographs during library events. Please let our photographer know if you do not want us to publish photos of your child.

Summer Solstice Celebration

11:30am - 2:30pm
Orchard Park
Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Program Room
Age Group: All Ages/Families
Program Type: Attend an Event, Learn About It, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us at the library for a Summer Solstice Celebration! Enjoy a captivating storytime highlighting the magic of the longest day of the year, followed by a delightful craft activity inspired by the sun.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

STEAM Lab

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Cherry Lane Large Conference Room
Age Group: School Age (grades K-6)
Program Type: Attend an Event, Build Your Skills, Do an Activity, Learn About It
Event Details:

Join us for a special project every week! We will explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Ideal for ages 6-12.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

We often take photographs during library events. Please let our photographer know if you do not want us to publish photos of your child.

Adventure in the Outdoors Series (BACKPACKING 101)

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Cherry Lane
Library Branch: Cherry Lane
Room: Cherry Lane Large Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Attend an Event, Learn About It
Event Details:

BACKPACKING 101-If you new to Idaho or maybe just never have backpacked or, want to pick up some new tips come check out this seminar. You don't have to go on the Bataan Death March the first trip. The first time just hike in 1-2 miles.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Adventure in the Outdoors: Hiking and Wildflowers

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Silverstone
Library Branch: Silverstone
Room: Silverstone
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Attend an Event, Learn About It
Event Details:

Join Boise—based hiking guidebook author, Scott Marchant, for a
presentation and slideshow highlighting both outstanding
wildflower and view hikes from his five central Idaho guidebooks.