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Studio Hours - Shawnee
Mon, Apr 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Shawnee Branch - Meeting Room
Hours for the Studio at Shawnee!
PAWS to Read
Mon, Apr 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Grabill Branch - Meeting Room
Practice your reading with a trained and certified therapy dog!
Build Your Self-Care Toolkit - Mini Zen Gardens
Mon, Apr 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Waynedale Branch - Meeting Room
Grades 7-12: Learn how you can practice self-care and support your mental well-being.
Draw What You See
Mon, Apr 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Monroeville Branch - Meeting Room
Put your creativity to work with this simple art practice of taking abstract shapes from paint blobs and making them into characters, things...and art!
The Queen City: Tracing Ancestors in Cincinnati
Tue, Apr 21, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Virtual Genealogy
Join us for a FREE virtual program on April 21 at 2:30 p.m. ET
Register
HSE Class - provided by the Fort Wayne Anthis Career Center
Tue, Apr 21, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Grabill Branch - Meeting Room
HSE (formerly GED) classes are being offered at the Allen County Public Library Grabill Branch.
Tabletop Gaming for Teens - Apples to Apples
Tue, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Teens Tables
Grades 7-12: Love funny board games and word play? Meet up at the library to play Apples to Apples!
Seed Bombs
Wed, Apr 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Teens Tables
Grades 7-12: Make your own seed bomb and support local biodiversity!
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Studio Hours - Hessen Cassel
Wed, Apr 22, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hessen Cassel Branch
Open Hours for the Studio at Hessen Cassel!
Seed Bombs
Wed, Apr 22, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Georgetown Branch - Children's Activity Room
Grades 7-12: Make your own seed bomb and support local biodiversity!
Seed Bombs
Wed, Apr 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Tecumseh Branch - Meeting Room
Grades 7-12: Make your own seed bomb and support local biodiversity!
Seed Bombs
Wed, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Monroeville Branch - Meeting Room
Grades 7-12: Make your own seed bomb and support local biodiversity!
Seed Bombs
Wed, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Woodburn Branch - Meeting Room
Grades 7-12: Make your own seed bomb and support local biodiversity!
Studio Hours - Shawnee
Wed, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Shawnee Branch - Meeting Room
Hours for the Studio at Shawnee!
PAWS to Read
Wed, Apr 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Georgetown Branch - Children's Activity Room
Practice your reading with a trained and certified therapy dog!
This event is full
Neurodivergent Teen Hangout - Board Games
Thu, Apr 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Shawnee Branch - Meeting Room
Grades 7-12: Hang out and meet other neurodiverse teens during this inclusive and sensory-friendly program. Each month will have a different activity!
Dungeons & Dragons - Teens
Thu, Apr 23, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Little Turtle Branch - Meeting Room
Grades 7-12: Join us for in-person Dungeons & Dragons. The number of attendees is limited so please register in advance.
HSE Class - provided by the Fort Wayne Anthis Career Center
Thu, Apr 23, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Grabill Branch - Meeting Room
HSE (formerly GED) classes are being offered at the Allen County Public Library Grabill Branch.
PAWS to Read
Thu, Apr 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Aboite Branch - Aboite Branch
Practice your reading with a trained and certified therapy dog!
Journey into Poetry - An Introductory Virtual Reality Experience!
Thu, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hessen Cassel Branch - Meeting Room
Celebrate National Poetry Month with a one-of-a-kind Virtual Reality experience.
Paper Succulents - Intro to Electric Cutting
Thu, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Pontiac Branch - Meeting Room
Visit the Studio at Main to learn about electric cutting and the Cricut Maker 3! Patrons will cut cardstock using the Cricut, decorate with ink pads, and assemble to replicate planted succulents!
Fuzzy Teddy Bears - Intermediate 3D Printing
Thu, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Georgetown Branch - The Studio
Learn advanced 3D printing techniques by printing your own fuzzy teddy bear!
This event is full
Draw What You See
Thu, Apr 23, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Waynedale Branch - Meeting Room
Put your creativity to work with this simple art practice of taking abstract shapes from paint blobs and making them into characters, things...and art!
Wills and Their Whereabouts (England)
Thu, Apr 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Genealogy
Join us for a FREE virtual program on April 23 at 6:30 p.m.
Register
LEGO Challenge
Fri, Apr 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Monroeville Branch - Meeting Room
Calling all builders! See where your imagination takes you when you create on our theme or choose to free build.
Extended Studio Hours - The Studio at Main
Sat, Apr 25, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library Studio
The Studio at Main is offering extended Studio Hours today!
Journey into Poetry - An Introductory Virtual Reality Experience!
Mon, Apr 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Shawnee Branch - Meeting Room
Celebrate National Poetry Month with a one-of-a-kind Virtual Reality experience.
Bonnie Olde Scotland – Researching Your Kilted Ancestors
Tue, Apr 28, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Virtual Genealogy
Join us for a FREE virtual program on April 28 at 6:30 p.m. ET!
Register
Tatreez Bookmarks
Tue, Apr 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Teens Tables
Grades 7-12: Learn about tatreez and create your own bookmark!
Studio Hours - Pontiac
Tue, Apr 28, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Pontiac Branch - The Studio
Studio Hours at the Pontiac Branch!
HSE Class - provided by the Fort Wayne Anthis Career Center
Tue, Apr 28, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Grabill Branch - Meeting Room
HSE (formerly GED) classes are being offered at the Allen County Public Library Grabill Branch.
Tatreez Bookmarks
Tue, Apr 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pontiac Branch - Meeting Room
Grades 7-12: Learn about tatreez and create your own bookmark!
PAWS to Read
Tue, Apr 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Woodburn Branch - Meeting Room
Practice your reading with a trained and certified therapy dog!
Studio Hours - Hessen Cassel
Wed, Apr 29, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hessen Cassel Branch - Study Room B
Open Hours for the Studio at Hessen Cassel!
Tatreez Bookmarks
Wed, Apr 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Tecumseh Branch - Meeting Room
Grades 7-12: Learn about tatreez and create your own bookmark!
Build Your Self-Care Toolkit - Art Journals
Wed, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hessen Cassel Branch - Meeting Room
Grades 7-12: Learn how you can practice self-care and support your mental well-being.
Community Drum Circle
Wed, Apr 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room ABC
Come to a family friendly and fun community drum program to learn some new rhythms and connect to the rhythms within you.
PAWS to Read
Wed, Apr 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Georgetown Branch - Children's Activity Room
Practice your reading with a trained and certified therapy dog!
This event is full
Neurodivergent Teen Hangout - DIY Weighted Lap Pads
Thu, Apr 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Teens Lounge
Grades 7-12: Hang out and meet other neurodiverse teens during this inclusive and sensory-friendly program. Each month will have a different activity!
Invisible Art
Thu, Apr 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Shawnee Branch - Meeting Room
Grades 7-12: Create invisible art that can be revealed through the magic of chemistry.
HSE Class - provided by the Fort Wayne Anthis Career Center
Thu, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Grabill Branch - Meeting Room
HSE (formerly GED) classes are being offered at the Allen County Public Library Grabill Branch.
Genealogical Shock: Now What? Moving Forward After - Unexpected DNA Results
Thu, Apr 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Genealogy
Join us for a FREE virtual program on April 30 at 6:30 p.m. ET!
Register
Lit Loot
Fri, May 01, All day
Virtual
Hey, teens. Looking for something new to read? Fill out a questionnaire, and we'll provide you with three books (and some surprises)!
Neurodivergent Teen Hangout - LEGO Challenge
Fri, May 01, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Georgetown Branch - Children's Activity Room
Grades 7-12: Hang out and meet other neurodiverse teens during this inclusive and sensory-friendly program. Each month will have a different activity!
Coding for Fun! - Build a Galaxy with Code
Sat, May 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library Studio - The Studio
An introduction to computer coding featuring a moving character puzzle game featuring characters from Disney's Star Wars.
Music at the Library - Fort Wayne Super Strings
Sun, May 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Theater
Please join us for a little music with the Fort Wayne Super Strings! Featuring superhero soundtrack music as well as some classical favorites.
Studio Hours - Pontiac
Mon, May 04, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Pontiac Branch - The Studio
Studio Hours at the Pontiac Branch!
Studio Hours - Shawnee
Mon, May 04, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Shawnee Branch - Meeting Room
Hours for the Studio at Shawnee!
Coding for Fun! - Build a Galaxy with Code
Mon, May 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Georgetown Branch - The Studio
Come celebrate Star Wars Day at Georgetown with an introduction to computer coding featuring a moving character puzzle game featuring characters from Disney's Star Wars.
Registration opens Monday, April 20 2026 at 4:00pm
Upcycled Book Nooks
Mon, May 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Woodburn Branch - Meeting Room
Grades 7-12: Upcycle art scraps into a book nook for your bookshelf!
Freedom's Debt: A Guide to Revolutionary War Pensions
Tue, May 05, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Virtual Genealogy
Join us for a FREE virtual program on May 5 at 2:30 p.m. ET!
Register
HSE Class - provided by the Fort Wayne Anthis Career Center
Tue, May 05, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Grabill Branch - Meeting Room
HSE (formerly GED) classes are being offered at the Allen County Public Library Grabill Branch.
Intro to TV Studio Camera Operation - Learn how to operate a TV studio camera
Tue, May 05, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Main Library
Access Media in the main library records television shows for broadcast on our community Access TV channels. This class teaches volunteers how to operate Access Media's studio cameras.
Japanese Handmade Book Binding
Tue, May 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Little Turtle Branch - Meeting Room
Come learn about the ancient technique of Japanese hand book binding. Use what you learn to make your own sketchbook or journal!
Studio Hours - Hessen Cassel
Wed, May 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hessen Cassel Branch - Study Room B
Open Hours for the Studio at Hessen Cassel!
Video Game Meetup
Wed, May 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Tecumseh Branch - Meeting Room
Grades 7-12: Enjoy playing video games with friends? Come hang with us as we play a variety of Nintendo Switch games together!
Spring-Themed Garden Flags - Intro to Heat Pressing
Wed, May 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Georgetown Branch - The Studio
Learn how to use the Cricut Autopress to create your own custom garden flag!
Registration opens Wednesday, April 22 2026 at 4:00pm
PAWS to Read
Wed, May 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Georgetown Branch - Children's Activity Room
Practice your reading with a trained and certified therapy dog!
This event is full
Paper Succulents - Intro to Electric Cutting
Wed, May 06, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Main Library Studio - The Studio
Visit the Studio at Main to learn about electric cutting and the Cricut Maker 4! Patrons will cut cardstock using the Cricut, decorate with ink pads, and assemble to replicate planted succulents!
Registration opens Wednesday, April 22 2026 at 6:30pm
Invisible Art
Thu, May 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Teens Tables
Grades 7-12: Create invisible art that can be revealed through the magic of chemistry.
Upcycled Book Nooks
Thu, May 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Shawnee Branch - Meeting Room
Grades 7-12: Upcycle art scraps into a book nook for your bookshelf!
HSE Class - provided by the Fort Wayne Anthis Career Center
Thu, May 07, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Grabill Branch - Meeting Room
HSE (formerly GED) classes are being offered at the Allen County Public Library Grabill Branch.
Spring-Themed Garden Flags - Intro to Heat Pressing
Thu, May 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hessen Cassel Branch - Meeting Room
Learn how to use the Cricut Autopress to create your own custom garden flag!
Registration opens Thursday, April 23 2026 at 6:00pm
IN-PERSON DNA & Genealogy Interest Group
Thu, May 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Genealogy
Join us for a FREE IN-PERSON program on May 7 at 6:30 p.m. ET!
Studio Hours - Shawnee
Sat, May 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Shawnee Branch - Meeting Room
Hours for the Studio at Shawnee!
Extended Studio Hours - The Studio at Main
Sat, May 09, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library Studio
The Studio at Main is offering extended Studio Hours today!
Bilingual Mingle - for Bilingual Families
Sat, May 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Do you and your family speak more than one language? If so, you are invited to this meet-and-greet-and-craft-and-snack event.
Registration opens Saturday, April 25 2026 at 11:00am
Rescheduled
Studio Hours - Pontiac
Sat, May 09, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
New date Saturday, May 23, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Pontiac Branch
Studio Hours at the Pontiac Branch!
USA at 250 Mini Time Capsule - Self Directed Program
Sun, May 10, All day
Main Library Studio
To celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States, come to The Studio to create your own 3D-printed time capsule!
USA at 250 Mini Time Capsule - Self Directed Program
Mon, May 11, All day
Main Library Studio
To celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States, come to The Studio to create your own 3D-printed time capsule!
Japanese Handmade Book Binding
Mon, May 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Teens Department
Come learn about the ancient technique of Japanese hand book binding. Use what you learn to make your own sketchbook or journal!
Earbud Holder - Intro to 3D Printing
Mon, May 11, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Shawnee Branch - Meeting Room
Explore the basics of 3D printing and journey through the process of digital design to finished printed project using TinkerCAD and the Studio's Prusa Printers.
Registration opens Monday, April 27 2026 at 4:00pm
USA at 250 Mini Time Capsule - Self Directed Program
Tue, May 12, All day
Main Library Studio
To celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States, come to The Studio to create your own 3D-printed time capsule!
From Yorkshire Coal Miner to American Professor
Tue, May 12, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Virtual Genealogy
Join us for a FREE virtual program on May 12 at 2:30 p.m. ET
Register
America 250: Movies at the Library - An American Tail
Tue, May 12, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Theater
Trade your small screen for the big screen and enjoy watching a film together in the community.
Neurodivergent Teen Hangout - LEGO Challenge
Tue, May 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Tecumseh Branch - Meeting Room
Grades 7-12: Hang out and meet other neurodiverse teens during this inclusive and sensory-friendly program. Each month will have a different activity!
HSE Class - provided by the Fort Wayne Anthis Career Center
Tue, May 12, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Grabill Branch - Meeting Room
HSE (formerly GED) classes are being offered at the Allen County Public Library Grabill Branch.
Japanese Handmade Book Binding
Tue, May 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hessen Cassel Branch - Meeting Room
Come learn about the ancient technique of Japanese hand book binding. Use what you learn to make your own sketchbook or journal!
Intro to TV Studio Camera Operation - Learn how to operate a TV studio camera
Tue, May 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Main Library
Access Media in the main library records television shows for broadcast on our community Access TV channels. This class teaches volunteers how to operate Access Media's studio cameras.
USA at 250 Mini Time Capsule - Self Directed Program
Wed, May 13, All day
Main Library Studio
To celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States, come to The Studio to create your own 3D-printed time capsule!
Alphabet Club - Pages & Pixels
Wed, May 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Teens Tables
Grades 7-12: Alphabet Club is a meetup for LGBTQ+ youth and their allies to support each other and have fun. Hang and be yourself! Parents and caregivers are welcome to attend with their teen.
Studio Hours - Hessen Cassel
Wed, May 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hessen Cassel Branch - Study Room B
Open Hours for the Studio at Hessen Cassel!
Tween Classic Book Club
Wed, May 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
New Haven Branch - Meeting Room
Have thoughtful discussions about amazing novels with other tweens and experience a variety of literary genres.
Build Your Self-Care Toolkit - Mini Zen Gardens
Wed, May 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Tecumseh Branch - Meeting Room
Grades 7-12: Learn how you can practice self-care and support your mental well-being.
Japanese Handmade Book Binding
Wed, May 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Teens Department
Come learn about the ancient technique of Japanese hand book binding. Use what you learn to make your own sketchbook or journal!
PAWS to Read
Wed, May 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Georgetown Branch - Children's Activity Room
Practice your reading with a trained and certified therapy dog!
This event is full
Fuzzy Teddy Bears - Intermediate 3D Printing
Wed, May 13, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Main Library Studio - The Studio
Learn advanced 3D printing techniques by printing your own fuzzy teddy bear!
Registration opens Wednesday, April 29 2026 at 6:30pm
Draw What You See
Wed, May 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Little Turtle Branch - Meeting Room
Put your creativity to work with this simple art practice of taking abstract shapes from paint blobs and making them into characters, things...and art!
USA at 250 Mini Time Capsule - Self Directed Program
Thu, May 14, All day
Main Library Studio
To celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States, come to The Studio to create your own 3D-printed time capsule!
Dungeons & Dragons - Teens
Thu, May 14, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Little Turtle Branch - Meeting Room
Grades 7-12: Join us for in-person Dungeons & Dragons. The number of attendees is limited so please register in advance.
HSE Class - provided by the Fort Wayne Anthis Career Center
Thu, May 14, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Grabill Branch - Meeting Room
HSE (formerly GED) classes are being offered at the Allen County Public Library Grabill Branch.
PAWS to Read
Thu, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Aboite Branch - Aboite Branch
Practice your reading with a trained and certified therapy dog!
Build Your Self-Care Toolkit - Healthier Thinking Habits for Teens
Thu, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pontiac Branch - Meeting Room
Grades 7-12: Learn how you can practice self-care and support your mental well-being.
Print and Paint - Shoe Charms
Thu, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hessen Cassel Branch - Meeting Room
Paint a 3D printed shoe charm to take home!
Registration opens Thursday, April 30 2026 at 6:00pm
Old Homes, New Discoveries: How to Research - Historic Properties
Thu, May 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Genealogy
Join us for a FREE virtual program on May 14 at 6:30 p.m. ET!
Register
USA at 250 Mini Time Capsule - Self Directed Program
Fri, May 15, All day
Main Library Studio
To celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States, come to The Studio to create your own 3D-printed time capsule!
USA at 250 Mini Time Capsule - Self Directed Program
Sat, May 16, All day
Main Library Studio
To celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States, come to The Studio to create your own 3D-printed time capsule!
Photoshop 101 - Basics of Photo Editing
Sat, May 16, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Main Library Studio - The Studio
Learn how to fix and correct photos with Adobe Photoshop!
Registration opens Saturday, May 2 2026 at 10:30am
Video Game Meetup
Sat, May 16, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Aboite Branch - Meeting Room
Grades 7-12: Enjoy playing video games with friends? Come hang with us as we play a variety of Nintendo Switch games together!
Off The Hook
Sat, May 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Pontiac Branch - Meeting Room
Learn essential techniques, unleash your creativity, and enjoy the calming, meditative benefits of crocheting.
Studio Hours - Shawnee
Mon, May 18, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Shawnee Branch - Meeting Room
Hours for the Studio at Shawnee!
PAWS to Read
Mon, May 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Grabill Branch - Meeting Room
Practice your reading with a trained and certified therapy dog!
Registration opens Monday, April 20 2026 at 4:00pm
Seed Bombs
Mon, May 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pontiac Branch - Meeting Room
Grades 7-12: Make your own seed bomb and support local biodiversity!
Researching Modern-Day Adoptions
Tue, May 19, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Virtual Genealogy
Join us for a FREE virtual program on May 19 at 2:30 p.m. ET!
Register
HSE Class - provided by the Fort Wayne Anthis Career Center
Tue, May 19, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Grabill Branch - Meeting Room
HSE (formerly GED) classes are being offered at the Allen County Public Library Grabill Branch.
Japanese Handmade Book Binding
Tue, May 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pontiac Branch - Meeting Room
Come learn about the ancient technique of Japanese hand book binding. Use what you learn to make your own sketchbook or journal!
Registration opens Sunday, April 19 2026 at 4:00pm
Tabletop Gaming for Teens - Exploding Kittens
Tue, May 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Teens Tables
Grades 7-12: Want to play a round of Exploding Kittens? Meet up at the library to play with others and show off your skills!
Registration opens Tuesday, April 21 2026 at 6:00pm
Mixed Media Collage Art
Tue, May 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Little Turtle Branch - Meeting Room
Join us to make a mixed media collage art masterpiece using upcycled paper, stickers, fabric and more!
Registration opens Sunday, April 19 2026 at 7:00pm
Studio Hours - Hessen Cassel
Wed, May 20, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hessen Cassel Branch - Study Room B
Open Hours for the Studio at Hessen Cassel!
Tabletop Gaming for Teens
Wed, May 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Tecumseh Branch - Meeting Room
Grades 7-12: Love board games? Meet up at the library to play some classic favorites, or try a new one! Feel free to bring your own game, or play one of ours.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 22 2026 at 3:30pm
Invisible Art
Wed, May 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Monroeville Branch - Meeting Room
Grades 7-12: Create invisible art that can be revealed through the magic of chemistry.
Registration opens Wednesday, May 6 2026 at 4:00pm
PAWS to Read
Wed, May 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Georgetown Branch - Children's Activity Room
Practice your reading with a trained and certified therapy dog!
Movies at the Library - The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants
Thu, May 21, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Theater
Paramount Pictures; Directed by Derek Drymon; 2025; Rated PG; 88 minutes
Print and Paint - Shoe Charms
Thu, May 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Tecumseh Branch - Meeting Room
Paint a 3D printed shoe charm to take home!
Registration opens Thursday, May 7 2026 at 3:30pm
HSE Class - provided by the Fort Wayne Anthis Career Center
Thu, May 21, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Grabill Branch - Meeting Room
HSE (formerly GED) classes are being offered at the Allen County Public Library Grabill Branch.
Studio Hours - Pontiac
Thu, May 21, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Pontiac Branch - The Studio
Studio Hours at the Pontiac Branch!
Movies at the Library - The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants
Thu, May 21, 6:00pm - 8:25pm
Main Library - Theater
Paramount Pictures; Directed by Derek Drymon; 2025; Rated PG; 88 minutes
Beyond 1870: Finding Our African American Ancestors - Beyond the Brick Wall
Thu, May 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Genealogy
Join us for a FREE virtual program on May 21 at 6:30 p.m. ET!
Register
Dino-Mite Summer - Free Lunch at the Library Kick-Off Event
Fri, May 22, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Plaza
Join Fort Wayne Community Schools and ACPL for a family-friendly celebration of the upcoming Library LINK (Learn, Imagine, Nourish, and Know) season.
Build Your Self-Care Toolkit - Mini Zen Gardens
Fri, May 22, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Georgetown Branch - Children's Activity Room
Grades 7-12: Join us to learn how you can practice self-care and support your mental well-being.
Registration opens Friday, April 24 2026 at 3:15pm
Spring-Themed Garden Flags - Intro to Heat Pressing
Fri, May 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Pontiac Branch - Meeting Room
Learn how to use the Cricut Autopress to create your own custom garden flag!
Registration opens Friday, May 8 2026 at 4:30pm
Extended Studio Hours - The Studio at Main
Sat, May 23, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library Studio
The Studio at Main is offering extended hours today!
Studio Hours - Pontiac
Sat, May 23, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Pontiac Branch - The Studio
Studio Hours at the Pontiac Branch!
Neurodivergent Teen Hangout - LEGO Challenge
Sat, May 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Teens Lounge
Grades 7-12: Hang out and meet other neurodiverse teens during this inclusive and sensory-friendly program. Each month will have a different activity!
Registration opens Saturday, April 25 2026 at 3:00pm
Studio Hours - Pontiac
Tue, May 26, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Pontiac Branch - The Studio
Studio Hours at the Pontiac Branch!
Spring-Themed Garden Flags - Intro to Heat Pressing
Tue, May 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Shawnee Branch - Meeting Room
Learn how to use the Cricut Autopress to create your own custom garden flag!
Registration opens Tuesday, May 12 2026 at 4:00pm
PAWS to Read
Tue, May 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Woodburn Branch - Meeting Room
Practice your reading with a trained and certified therapy dog!
Registration opens Monday, April 27 2026 at 4:30pm
Build Your Self-Care Toolkit - Art Journals
Wed, May 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Teens Tables
Grades 7-12: Learn how you can practice self-care and support your mental well-being.
Registration opens Monday, April 27 2026 at 2:00pm
Studio Hours - Hessen Cassel
Wed, May 27, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hessen Cassel Branch - Study Room B
Open Hours for the Studio at Hessen Cassel!
Japanese Handmade Book Binding
Wed, May 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Tecumseh Branch - Meeting Room
Come learn about the ancient technique of Japanese hand book binding. Use what you learn to make your own sketchbook or journal!
Registration opens Monday, April 27 2026 at 3:30pm
Studio Hours - Shawnee
Wed, May 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Shawnee Branch - Meeting Room
Hours for the Studio at Shawnee!
PAWS to Read
Wed, May 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Georgetown Branch - Children's Activity Room
Practice your reading with a trained and certified therapy dog!
Coding for Fun! - Codeblocks with TinkerCAD
Wed, May 27, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Main Library Studio - The Studio
Use "loops" in TinkerCAD codeblocks to make a creative design.
Registration opens Wednesday, May 13 2026 at 6:30pm
Draw What You See
Thu, May 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Put your creativity to work with this simple art practice of taking abstract shapes from paint blobs and making them into characters, things...and art!
Registration opens Thursday, May 7 2026 at 10:00am
Period Positivity
Thu, May 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Period power is here! Let's celebrate all things menstruation!
Registration opens Thursday, May 14 2026 at 3:00pm
Neurodivergent Teen Hangout - Board Games
Thu, May 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Shawnee Branch - Meeting Room
Grades 7-12: Hang out and meet other neurodiverse teens during this inclusive and sensory-friendly program. Each month will have a different activity!
Registration opens Thursday, April 30 2026 at 3:30pm
Dungeons & Dragons - Teens
Thu, May 28, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Little Turtle Branch - Meeting Room
Grades 7-12: Join us for in-person Dungeons & Dragons. The number of attendees is limited so please register in advance.
Registration opens Tuesday, April 28 2026 at 3:30pm
PAWS to Read
Thu, May 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Aboite Branch - Aboite Branch
Practice your reading with a trained and certified therapy dog!
LEGO Challenge
Fri, May 29, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Monroeville Branch - Meeting Room
Calling all builders! See where your imagination takes you when you create on our theme or choose to free build.
Registration opens Friday, May 15 2026 at 4:30pm
Journey into Poetry - An Introductory Virtual Reality Experience!
Sat, May 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library Studio - The Studio
Celebrate National Poetry Month with a one-of-a-kind Virtual Reality experience.
Registration opens Saturday, May 16 2026 at 11:00am
Lit Loot
Mon, Jun 01, All day
Virtual
Hey, teens. Looking for something new to read? Fill out a questionnaire, and we'll provide you with three books (and some surprises)!
Free Lunch at the Library
Mon, Jun 01, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious meal at your library as a part of our LINK program that feeds growing bodies and brains! Lunch is free for youth 18 and under.
Free Lunch at the Library
Mon, Jun 01, 11:45am - 12:45pm
Shawnee Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious meal at your library as a part of our LINK program that feeds growing bodies and brains! Lunch is free for youth 18 and under.
Free Lunch at the Library
Mon, Jun 01, 11:45am - 12:45pm
Georgetown Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious meal at your library as a part of our LINK program that feeds growing bodies and brains! Lunch is free for youth 18 and under.
Free Lunch at the Library
Mon, Jun 01, 11:45am - 12:45pm
Waynedale Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious meal at your library as a part of our LINK program that feeds growing bodies and brains! Lunch is free for youth 18 and under.
Free Lunch at the Library
Mon, Jun 01, 11:45am - 12:45pm
Hessen Cassel Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious meal at your library as a part of our LINK program that feeds growing bodies and brains! Lunch is free for youth 18 and under.
Free Lunch at the Library
Mon, Jun 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Tecumseh Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious meal at your library as a part of our LINK program that feeds growing bodies and brains! Lunch is free for youth 18 and under.
Free Lunch at the Library
Mon, Jun 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Little Turtle Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious meal at your library as a part of our LINK program that feeds growing bodies and brains! Lunch is free for youth 18 and under.
Free Lunch at the Library
Mon, Jun 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Pontiac Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious meal at your library as a part of our LINK program that feeds growing bodies and brains! Lunch is free for youth 18 and under.
Giant Games
Mon, Jun 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
New Haven Branch - Meeting Room
Play giant versions of classic games.
Registration opens Saturday, May 2 2026 at 1:00pm
Neon Drawing
Mon, Jun 01, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Waynedale Branch - Meeting Room
Create the illusion of neon art on paper with light and color layering
Library LINK - Crafts or Games
Mon, Jun 01, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Shawnee Branch - Meeting Room
Come enjoy a fun and engaging program in the afternoon!
Free Snack at the Library
Mon, Jun 01, 2:15pm - 2:30pm
Georgetown Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious snack at your library! Snack is free for youth 18 and under. **Groups, please call at least one day ahead so additional food may be ordered.
Free Snack at the Library
Mon, Jun 01, 2:15pm - 2:30pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious snack at your library! Snack is free for youth 18 and under. **Groups, please call at least one day ahead so additional food may be ordered.
Free Snack at the Library
Mon, Jun 01, 2:30pm - 2:45pm
Pontiac Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious snack at your library! Snack is free for youth 18 and under. **Groups, please call at least one day ahead so additional food may be ordered.
Free Snack at the Library
Mon, Jun 01, 2:45pm - 3:00pm
Shawnee Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious snack at your library! Snack is free for youth 18 and under. **Groups, please call at least one day ahead so additional food may be ordered.
Free Snack at the Library
Mon, Jun 01, 2:45pm - 3:00pm
Hessen Cassel Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious snack at your library! Snack is free for youth 18 and under. **Groups, please call at least one day ahead so additional food may be ordered.
Free Snack at the Library
Mon, Jun 01, 3:00pm - 3:15pm
Tecumseh Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious snack at your library! Snack is free for youth 18 and under. **Groups, please call at least one day ahead so additional food may be ordered.
Free Snack at the Library
Mon, Jun 01, 3:00pm - 3:15pm
Little Turtle Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious snack at your library! Snack is free for youth 18 and under. **Groups, please call at least one day ahead so additional food may be ordered.
Free Snack at the Library
Mon, Jun 01, 3:00pm - 3:15pm
Waynedale Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious snack at your library! Snack is free for youth 18 and under. **Groups, please call at least one day ahead so additional food may be ordered.
Studio Hours - Pontiac
Mon, Jun 01, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Pontiac Branch - The Studio
Studio Hours at the Pontiac Branch!
Dino Perler Bead Keychains
Mon, Jun 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Teens Tables
Grades 7-12: Create your own colorful dinosaur keychain using Perler beads in this fun, hands-on craft program!
Registration opens Monday, May 18 2026 at 3:00pm
Neon Drawing
Mon, Jun 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Woodburn Branch - Meeting Room
Create the illusion of neon art on paper with light and color layering
Registration opens Monday, May 18 2026 at 3:00pm
Studio Hours - Shawnee
Mon, Jun 01, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Shawnee Branch - Meeting Room
Hours for the Studio at Shawnee!
Free Lunch at the Library
Tue, Jun 02, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious meal at your library as a part of our LINK program that feeds growing bodies and brains! Lunch is free for youth 18 and under.
Free Lunch at the Library
Tue, Jun 02, 11:45am - 12:45pm
Shawnee Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious meal at your library as a part of our LINK program that feeds growing bodies and brains! Lunch is free for youth 18 and under.
Free Lunch at the Library
Tue, Jun 02, 11:45am - 12:45pm
Georgetown Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious meal at your library as a part of our LINK program that feeds growing bodies and brains! Lunch is free for youth 18 and under.
Free Lunch at the Library
Tue, Jun 02, 11:45am - 12:45pm
Waynedale Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious meal at your library as a part of our LINK program that feeds growing bodies and brains! Lunch is free for youth 18 and under.
Free Lunch at the Library
Tue, Jun 02, 11:45am - 12:45pm
Hessen Cassel Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious meal at your library as a part of our LINK program that feeds growing bodies and brains! Lunch is free for youth 18 and under.
Free Lunch at the Library
Tue, Jun 02, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Tecumseh Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious meal at your library as a part of our LINK program that feeds growing bodies and brains! Lunch is free for youth 18 and under.
Free Lunch at the Library
Tue, Jun 02, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Little Turtle Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious meal at your library as a part of our LINK program that feeds growing bodies and brains! Lunch is free for youth 18 and under.
Free Lunch at the Library
Tue, Jun 02, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Pontiac Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious meal at your library as a part of our LINK program that feeds growing bodies and brains! Lunch is free for youth 18 and under.
Library LINK - Crafts or Games
Tue, Jun 02, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Shawnee Branch - Meeting Room
Come enjoy a fun and engaging program in the afternoon!
Raptors - with Soarin' Hawk
Tue, Jun 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Little Turtle Branch - Meeting Room
See live birds of prey up close.
Registration opens Sunday, May 3 2026 at 2:00pm
Free Snack at the Library
Tue, Jun 02, 2:15pm - 2:30pm
Georgetown Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious snack at your library! Snack is free for youth 18 and under. **Groups, please call at least one day ahead so additional food may be ordered.
Free Snack at the Library
Tue, Jun 02, 2:15pm - 2:30pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious snack at your library! Snack is free for youth 18 and under. **Groups, please call at least one day ahead so additional food may be ordered.
Free Snack at the Library
Tue, Jun 02, 2:30pm - 2:45pm
Pontiac Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious snack at your library! Snack is free for youth 18 and under. **Groups, please call at least one day ahead so additional food may be ordered.
Free Snack at the Library
Tue, Jun 02, 2:45pm - 3:00pm
Shawnee Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious snack at your library! Snack is free for youth 18 and under. **Groups, please call at least one day ahead so additional food may be ordered.
Free Snack at the Library
Tue, Jun 02, 2:45pm - 3:00pm
Hessen Cassel Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious snack at your library! Snack is free for youth 18 and under. **Groups, please call at least one day ahead so additional food may be ordered.
Free Snack at the Library
Tue, Jun 02, 3:00pm - 3:15pm
Tecumseh Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious snack at your library! Snack is free for youth 18 and under. **Groups, please call at least one day ahead so additional food may be ordered.
Free Snack at the Library
Tue, Jun 02, 3:00pm - 3:15pm
Little Turtle Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious snack at your library! Snack is free for youth 18 and under. **Groups, please call at least one day ahead so additional food may be ordered.
Free Snack at the Library
Tue, Jun 02, 3:00pm - 3:15pm
Waynedale Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious snack at your library! Snack is free for youth 18 and under. **Groups, please call at least one day ahead so additional food may be ordered.
Savor Snacks with Sonic Seasoning
Tue, Jun 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hessen Cassel Branch - Meeting Room
Grades 9-12: Do you eat with your ears? Let’s find out with some fun food experiments!
Registration opens Tuesday, May 19 2026 at 3:30pm
Intro to TV Studio Camera Operation - Learn how to operate a TV studio camera
Tue, Jun 02, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Main Library
Access Media in the main library records television shows for broadcast on our community Access TV channels. This class teaches volunteers how to operate Access Media's studio cameras.
ACPL Summer Puppet Show
Wed, Jun 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Woodburn Branch - Meeting Room
Get ready to sing, dance, ROAR, and laugh with the ACPL puppets. Fun for all ages!
Registration opens Wednesday, May 20 2026 at 11:00am
Free Lunch at the Library
Wed, Jun 03, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious meal at your library as a part of our LINK program that feeds growing bodies and brains! Lunch is free for youth 18 and under.
Free Lunch at the Library
Wed, Jun 03, 11:45am - 12:45pm
Shawnee Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious meal at your library as a part of our LINK program that feeds growing bodies and brains! Lunch is free for youth 18 and under.
Free Lunch at the Library
Wed, Jun 03, 11:45am - 12:45pm
Georgetown Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious meal at your library as a part of our LINK program that feeds growing bodies and brains! Lunch is free for youth 18 and under.
Free Lunch at the Library
Wed, Jun 03, 11:45am - 12:45pm
Waynedale Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious meal at your library as a part of our LINK program that feeds growing bodies and brains! Lunch is free for youth 18 and under.
Free Lunch at the Library
Wed, Jun 03, 11:45am - 12:45pm
Hessen Cassel Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious meal at your library as a part of our LINK program that feeds growing bodies and brains! Lunch is free for youth 18 and under.
Free Lunch at the Library
Wed, Jun 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Tecumseh Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious meal at your library as a part of our LINK program that feeds growing bodies and brains! Lunch is free for youth 18 and under.
Free Lunch at the Library
Wed, Jun 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Little Turtle Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious meal at your library as a part of our LINK program that feeds growing bodies and brains! Lunch is free for youth 18 and under.
Free Lunch at the Library
Wed, Jun 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Pontiac Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious meal at your library as a part of our LINK program that feeds growing bodies and brains! Lunch is free for youth 18 and under.
Dinky Dino Jewelry
Wed, Jun 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Little Turtle Branch - Meeting Room
Dinosaur fans of all ages are invited to create shrink art dino jewelry and keychains.
Registration opens Monday, May 4 2026 at 2:00pm
Free Snack at the Library
Wed, Jun 03, 2:15pm - 2:30pm
Georgetown Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious snack at your library! Snack is free for youth 18 and under. **Groups, please call at least one day ahead so additional food may be ordered.
Free Snack at the Library
Wed, Jun 03, 2:15pm - 2:30pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious snack at your library! Snack is free for youth 18 and under. **Groups, please call at least one day ahead so additional food may be ordered.
Free Snack at the Library
Wed, Jun 03, 2:30pm - 2:45pm
Pontiac Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious snack at your library! Snack is free for youth 18 and under. **Groups, please call at least one day ahead so additional food may be ordered.
Free Snack at the Library
Wed, Jun 03, 2:45pm - 3:00pm
Shawnee Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious snack at your library! Snack is free for youth 18 and under. **Groups, please call at least one day ahead so additional food may be ordered.
Free Snack at the Library
Wed, Jun 03, 2:45pm - 3:00pm
Hessen Cassel Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious snack at your library! Snack is free for youth 18 and under. **Groups, please call at least one day ahead so additional food may be ordered.
Free Snack at the Library
Wed, Jun 03, 3:00pm - 3:15pm
Tecumseh Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious snack at your library! Snack is free for youth 18 and under. **Groups, please call at least one day ahead so additional food may be ordered.
Free Snack at the Library
Wed, Jun 03, 3:00pm - 3:15pm
Little Turtle Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious snack at your library! Snack is free for youth 18 and under. **Groups, please call at least one day ahead so additional food may be ordered.
Free Snack at the Library
Wed, Jun 03, 3:00pm - 3:15pm
Waynedale Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious snack at your library! Snack is free for youth 18 and under. **Groups, please call at least one day ahead so additional food may be ordered.
Studio Hours - Hessen Cassel
Wed, Jun 03, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hessen Cassel Branch - Study Room B
Hours for the Studio at Hessen Cassel!
Design a Dino or Fossil Tee
Wed, Jun 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Monroeville Branch - Meeting Room
Grades 7-12: Stamp it, stencil it, and make it yours! Design your own bold and colorful dinosaur or fossil t-shirt.
Registration opens Monday, May 4 2026 at 3:30pm
Alphabet Club - Pride Cross Stitch
Wed, Jun 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tecumseh Branch - Meeting Room
Grades 7-12: Alphabet Club is a meetup for LGBTQ+ youth and their allies to support each other and have fun. Hang and be yourself! Parents and caregivers are welcome to attend with their teen.
Registration opens Wednesday, May 6 2026 at 4:00pm
PAWS to Read
Wed, Jun 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Georgetown Branch - Children's Activity Room
Practice your reading with a trained and certified therapy dog!
Mastodon Makers - Tusk and Tech
Wed, Jun 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room C
Learn about the discovery of mastodon bones in Northeast Indiana as well as how 3D scanning and printing are used in archaeological research.
Registration opens Wednesday, May 20 2026 at 6:30pm
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