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Tracy Friends of the Library Poetry Contest Begins
Tracy Friends of the Library Poetry Contest Begins
Sunday, Feb. 2
Tracy Branch Library
The Tracy Friends of the Library are holding their 5th annual Tracy Poetry Contest.  It is open to all residents within the 95376, 95377 and 95304 zip codes.   There will be writing workshops to help contestants with their submissions on March 8, 2025 at the Tracy Library.  Submi...read more
Tracy Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale
12-5pm
Tracy Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale
Sunday, Feb. 2, 12-5pm
(Saturday, March 1, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sunday, May 2 12-4 p.m.)
Tracy Friends of the
Tracy Branch Library
Find good books at low prices.  The Tracy Friends of the Library are clearing out their storage closet and having a bag sale.  There will be books for all ages.  Come check it out March 1st and 2nd , Saturday 10am-5pm and Sunday 12-4pm.  Your book purchase will support library pr...read more
Book Buddies
12:30pm
 Book Buddies
Sunday, Feb. 2, 12:30pm
Tracy Branch Library
Meet our Book Buddies! Teen volunteers will be at the library to read with elementary school children. Ideal for children who need to improve their reading skills.  
Math Club
2:00pm
 Math Club
Sunday, Feb. 2, 2:00pm
Tracy Branch Library
For K-12. Adults welcome. Complete fun math problems/puzzles, learn math tricks and shortcuts that may help students with their schoolwork, and get help with your school work or other specific topics you would like to go over. Sundays from 2:00 - 4:00pm.
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Tracy Friends of the Library Poetry Contest Begins
Tracy Friends of the Library Poetry Contest Begins
Monday, Feb. 3
Tracy Branch Library
The Tracy Friends of the Library are holding their 5th annual Tracy Poetry Contest.  It is open to all residents within the 95376, 95377 and 95304 zip codes.   There will be writing workshops to help contestants with their submissions on March 8, 2025 at the Tracy Library.  Submi...read more
Let’s Read Together for Grades 1-3
3:00 PM
Let’s Read Together for Grades 1-3
Monday, Feb. 3, 3:00 PMLet’s Read Tog
Tracy Branch Library
Grades 1, 2, and 3. Early readers can improve their reading fluency and comprehension by participating in round-robin reading. Reading is followed with a craft and book discussion. Limited space. First come, first serve.
Chapter Book Club for Grades 3-5
4:00 P.M.
Chapter Book Club for Grades 3-5
Monday, Feb. 3, 4:00 P.M.Chapter Book Club fo
Tracy Branch Library
Ideal for grades 3-5. Improve your reading comprehension over summer vacation by participating in book discussions and take home activity packs for a new chapter book each week. Our book discussion is followed up with a book related craft. First come, first serve. 
Homework Help
5:00pm
 Homework Help
Monday, Feb. 3, 5:00pm
Tracy Branch Library
Teen volunteers will help students in grades K-8 with their homework questions on Mondays and Thursdays from 5:00-7:00pm, except for closed days and school breaks.
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Black History Month Crafts for kids - Take and Make
Black History Month Crafts for kids - Take and Make
Tuesday, Feb. 4Black History Month
Tracy Branch Library
Celebrate Black History Month with some crafts at the Tracy Library that teach about influential Black Americans. Ideal for 6-12.*Limited supply! First come, first served.*
All About Baby Storytime
10:30am
 All About Baby Storytime
Tuesday, Feb. 4, 10:30amAll About Baby Story
Tracy Branch Library
This half-hour program for children ages 0-2  incorporates "Mother Goose on the Loose" guidelines to provide a time "just for babies". Focus is on literacy building blocks for baby's development through sharing picturebooks, board books, fingerplays, rhythm/rhyme, b...read more
Baby/Toddler Play Time
11:00am
 Baby/Toddler Play Time
Tuesday, Feb. 4, 11:00am
Tracy Branch Library
Play time with a changing variety of toys for our yougest patrons after storytime.   This will last half an hour.  Patrons attending  Tuesday storytime are invited to participate.
Cross Stitch Hearts
4:00pm
 Cross Stitch Hearts
Tuesday, Feb. 4, 4:00pmCross Stitch Hearts
Tracy Branch Library
Join us to make a Cross Stitch Heart Keyring for yourself or for a Valentine's Day gift.   This craft is for 6 year olds and above.  Supplies are limited.
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Black History Month Crafts for kids - Take and Make
Black History Month Crafts for kids - Take and Make
Wednesday, Feb. 5Black History Month
Tracy Branch Library
Celebrate Black History Month with some crafts at the Tracy Library that teach about influential Black Americans. Ideal for 6-12.*Limited supply! First come, first served.*
Makerspace (Ages 10+)
4:00pm
 Makerspace (Ages 10+)
Wednesday, Feb. 5, 4:00pm
Tracy Branch Library
Ages 10+. Visit our collaborative work space for making, learning, exploring and sharing that uses high tech to no tech tools. These spaces help provide access for learning critical skills in the fields of science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM). Use our rotating collection of e...read more
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Black History Month Crafts for kids - Take and Make
Black History Month Crafts for kids - Take and Make
Thursday, Feb. 6Black History Month
Tracy Branch Library
Celebrate Black History Month with some crafts at the Tracy Library that teach about influential Black Americans. Ideal for 6-12.*Limited supply! First come, first served.*
Preschool Storytime
10:30am
 Preschool Storytime
Thursday, Feb. 6, 10:30amPreschool Storytime
Tracy Branch Library
Please join us for this library staff led preschool storytime for children ages 2-5 years.  This engaging program includes stories, rhymes, music and fun that help build a love of reading and develop early literacy skills.    It all begins at 10:30am. 
Preschool Makerspace
11:00am
 Preschool Makerspace
Thursday, Feb. 6, 11:00am
Tracy Branch Library
Hands-on Makerspace fun for preschoolers. Could be art, could be Legos, or any of several other interactive activities.  Ideal for 2.5-5 year olds.  
Device Advice
11 a.m
 Device Advice
Thursday, Feb. 6, 11 a.m
(Thursdays, January 02 & 16, 11 a.m., Thursdays, February 06 & 20, 11 a.m., Thursdays, March 06 & 20, 11 a.m., Thursdays, April 03 & 17, 11 a.m., Thursdays, May 01 & 15, 11 a.m., Thursdays, June 12 & 26, 11 a.m.)

Tracy Branch Library
Get help with your device and computer skills.
Bargello Needlepoint Art (Ages 10+)
4:00pm
Bargello Needlepoint Art (Ages 10+)
Thursday, Feb. 6, 4:00pm
Tracy Branch Library
Ages 10+. Make a Bargello-style hanging needlepoint piece on plastic canvas. No experience necessary.
Homework Help
5:00pm
 Homework Help
Thursday, Feb. 6, 5:00pm
Tracy Branch Library
Teen volunteers will help students in grades K-8 with their homework questions on Mondays and Thursdays from 5:00-7:00pm, except for closed days and school breaks.
How to File Your Taxes Online
6:00pm
 How to File Your Taxes Online
Thursday, Feb. 6, 6:00pm
Tracy Branch Library
Learn what you need to know to confidently file your taxes online.
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Black History Month Crafts for kids - Take and Make
Black History Month Crafts for kids - Take and Make
Friday, Feb. 7Black History Month
Tracy Branch Library
Celebrate Black History Month with some crafts at the Tracy Library that teach about influential Black Americans. Ideal for 6-12.*Limited supply! First come, first served.*
Toddler Fun Community Helpers Day
10:30am
Toddler Fun Community Helpers Day
Friday, Feb. 7, 10:30am
Tracy Branch Library
Join us to read a story about Community Helpers, do some community helper type games, and make a community helper craft. Join us 3 year olds and above for a morning of fun, February 7, 2025 at 10:30am.
English Conversation Club
4 p.m.
 English Conversation Club
Friday, Feb. 7, 4 p.m.
(Fridays, February 7 & 21, 4 p.m., March 7 & 21, 4 p.m., April 4 & 18, 4p.m., May 2 & 16, 4 p.m., June 13 & 27, 4 p.m., July 11 & 25, 4 p.m. )

Tracy Branch Library
Adults: Come and practice speaking English in a comfortable group setting.
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Black History Month Crafts for kids - Take and Make
Black History Month Crafts for kids - Take and Make
Saturday, Feb. 8Black History Month
Tracy Branch Library
Celebrate Black History Month with some crafts at the Tracy Library that teach about influential Black Americans. Ideal for 6-12.*Limited supply! First come, first served.*
Paws for Reading
12:00pm
 Paws for Reading
Saturday, Feb. 8, 12:00pmPaws for Reading
Tracy Branch Library
Ideal for Ages 6-12. Practice your reading skills by reading to a therapy dog.
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Black History Month Crafts for kids - Take and Make
Black History Month Crafts for kids - Take and Make
Sunday, Feb. 9Black History Month
Tracy Branch Library
Celebrate Black History Month with some crafts at the Tracy Library that teach about influential Black Americans. Ideal for 6-12.*Limited supply! First come, first served.*
Book Buddies
12:30pm
 Book Buddies
Sunday, Feb. 9, 12:30pm
Tracy Branch Library
Meet our Book Buddies! Teen volunteers will be at the library to read with elementary school children. Ideal for children who need to improve their reading skills.  
Math Club
2:00pm
 Math Club
Sunday, Feb. 9, 2:00pm
Tracy Branch Library
For K-12. Adults welcome. Complete fun math problems/puzzles, learn math tricks and shortcuts that may help students with their schoolwork, and get help with your school work or other specific topics you would like to go over. Sundays from 2:00 - 4:00pm.
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Black History Month Crafts for kids - Take and Make
Black History Month Crafts for kids - Take and Make
Monday, Feb. 10Black History Month
Tracy Branch Library
Celebrate Black History Month with some crafts at the Tracy Library that teach about influential Black Americans. Ideal for 6-12.*Limited supply! First come, first served.*
Library Closed For Holiday
 Library Closed For Holiday
Monday, Feb. 10
Tracy Branch Library
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Black History Month Crafts for kids - Take and Make
Black History Month Crafts for kids - Take and Make
Tuesday, Feb. 11Black History Month
Tracy Branch Library
Celebrate Black History Month with some crafts at the Tracy Library that teach about influential Black Americans. Ideal for 6-12.*Limited supply! First come, first served.*
All About Baby Storytime
10:30am
 All About Baby Storytime
Tuesday, Feb. 11, 10:30amAll About Baby Story
Tracy Branch Library
This half-hour program for children ages 0-2  incorporates "Mother Goose on the Loose" guidelines to provide a time "just for babies". Focus is on literacy building blocks for baby's development through sharing picturebooks, board books, fingerplays, rhythm/rhyme, b...read more
Baby/Toddler Play Time
11:00am
 Baby/Toddler Play Time
Tuesday, Feb. 11, 11:00am
Tracy Branch Library
Play time with a changing variety of toys for our yougest patrons after storytime.   This will last half an hour.  Patrons attending  Tuesday storytime are invited to participate.
National Guitar Day: STEM DIY Guitar DIY for kids!
4 p.m.
National Guitar Day: STEM DIY Guitar DIY for kids!
Tuesday, Feb. 11, 4 p.m.National Guitar Day:
Tracy Branch Library
Ideal for ages 6-12. Join us at the Tracy Library as we celebrate National Guitar Day and create musical instruments of our own. National Guitar day has been celebrated since the 1990s when it was created to honor the beloved instrument. We will have STEM DIY Guitar kits that have all the materials ...read more
Tracy Friends of the Library Meeting
6:00pm
Tracy Friends of the Library Meeting
Tuesday, Feb. 11, 6:00pmTracy Friends of the
Tracy Branch Library
Join us to find out what the Tracy Friends of the Library do to support the library, their programs, and more.  Let them know if and how you would like to help with that support.  The meeting will be at 6:00pm, February 11, 2025.Learn more about the Tracy Friends of the Libary at their Fac...read more
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Lego Club
4 p.m.
 Lego Club
Wednesday, Feb. 12, 4 p.m.Lego Club
Tracy Branch Library
Ideal for Ages 2-12. Be creative! Build whatever you can imagine with fun lego or duplo designs and put it on display in the library! All blocks provided.
Lego’s for Kids with Autism
5 p.m.
Lego’s for Kids with Autism
Wednesday, Feb. 12, 5 p.m.
(Wednesdays, February 12, 5 p.m., March 12, 5 p.m., April 9, 5 p.m., May 7, 5 p.m., June 18, 5 p.m., July 16, 5 p.m.)

Tracy Branch Library
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Preschool Storytime
10:30am
 Preschool Storytime
Thursday, Feb. 13, 10:30amPreschool Storytime
Tracy Branch Library
Please join us for this library staff led preschool storytime for children ages 2-5 years.  This engaging program includes stories, rhymes, music and fun that help build a love of reading and develop early literacy skills.    It all begins at 10:30am. 
Preschool Toy Time
11:00am
 Preschool Toy Time
Thursday, Feb. 13, 11:00am
Tracy Branch Library
During Toddler Toy Time share 30 minutes of impromptu playtime with your 2-5 year old with blocks, puppets and more. 
Love Picture Frame (Ages 10+)
4:00pm
 Love Picture Frame (Ages 10+)
Thursday, Feb. 13, 4:00pm
Tracy Branch Library
Ages 10+. Paint a cute Love-shaped picture frame for Valentine's Day.
Homework Help
5:00pm
 Homework Help
Thursday, Feb. 13, 5:00pm
Tracy Branch Library
Teen volunteers will help students in grades K-8 with their homework questions on Mondays and Thursdays from 5:00-7:00pm, except for closed days and school breaks.
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Adult: Cross stitch
1 p.m.
 Adult: Cross stitch
Saturday, Feb. 15, 1 p.m.
Tracy Branch Library
Adult learn or come to make a cross stitch sampler to take home. While supplies last.
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Book Buddies
12:30pm
 Book Buddies
Sunday, Feb. 16, 12:30pm
Tracy Branch Library
Meet our Book Buddies! Teen volunteers will be at the library to read with elementary school children. Ideal for children who need to improve their reading skills.  
Math Club
2:00pm
 Math Club
Sunday, Feb. 16, 2:00pm
Tracy Branch Library
For K-12. Adults welcome. Complete fun math problems/puzzles, learn math tricks and shortcuts that may help students with their schoolwork, and get help with your school work or other specific topics you would like to go over. Sundays from 2:00 - 4:00pm.
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Library Closed For Holiday
 Library Closed For Holiday
Monday, Feb. 17
Tracy Branch Library
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All About Baby Storytime
10:30am
 All About Baby Storytime
Tuesday, Feb. 18, 10:30amAll About Baby Story
Tracy Branch Library
This half-hour program for children ages 0-2  incorporates "Mother Goose on the Loose" guidelines to provide a time "just for babies". Focus is on literacy building blocks for baby's development through sharing picturebooks, board books, fingerplays, rhythm/rhyme, b...read more
Baby/Toddler Play Time
11:00am
 Baby/Toddler Play Time
Tuesday, Feb. 18, 11:00am
Tracy Branch Library
Play time with a changing variety of toys for our yougest patrons after storytime.   This will last half an hour.  Patrons attending  Tuesday storytime are invited to participate.
Science Alliance Science Show!
4 p.m.
 Science Alliance Science Show!
Tuesday, Feb. 18, 4 p.m.Science Alliance Sci
Tracy Branch Library
All Ages. Join us at the Tracy Library as we explore the wonders of Science with Science Alliance! They will present a show of exciting science experiments for all ages to learn and enjoy! Be amazed and excited while learning about science with an experience that you will always remember!
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Makerspace (Ages 10+)
4:00pm
 Makerspace (Ages 10+)
Wednesday, Feb. 19, 4:00pm
Tracy Branch Library
Ages 10+. Visit our collaborative work space for making, learning, exploring and sharing that uses high tech to no tech tools. These spaces help provide access for learning critical skills in the fields of science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM). Use our rotating collection of e...read more
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Preschool Storytime
10:30am
 Preschool Storytime
Thursday, Feb. 20, 10:30amPreschool Storytime
Tracy Branch Library
Please join us for this library staff led preschool storytime for children ages 2-5 years.  This engaging program includes stories, rhymes, music and fun that help build a love of reading and develop early literacy skills.    It all begins at 10:30am. 
Preschool Makerspace
11:00am
 Preschool Makerspace
Thursday, Feb. 20, 11:00am
Tracy Branch Library
Hands-on Makerspace fun for preschoolers. Could be art, could be Legos, or any of several other interactive activities.  Ideal for 2.5-5 year olds.  
Device Advice
11 a.m
 Device Advice
Thursday, Feb. 20, 11 a.m
(Thursdays, January 02 & 16, 11 a.m., Thursdays, February 06 & 20, 11 a.m., Thursdays, March 06 & 20, 11 a.m., Thursdays, April 03 & 17, 11 a.m., Thursdays, May 01 & 15, 11 a.m., Thursdays, June 12 & 26, 11 a.m.)

Tracy Branch Library
Get help with your device and computer skills.
Tie-Dye Bag (Ages 10+)
4:00pm
 Tie-Dye Bag (Ages 10+)
Thursday, Feb. 20, 4:00pm
Tracy Branch Library
Ages 10+. Make a tie-dye bag.
Homework Help
5:00pm
 Homework Help
Thursday, Feb. 20, 5:00pm
Tracy Branch Library
Teen volunteers will help students in grades K-8 with their homework questions on Mondays and Thursdays from 5:00-7:00pm, except for closed days and school breaks.
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Toddler and Preschooler Fun: Mardi Gras Crafts and More
10:30am
Toddler and Preschooler Fun: Mardi Gras Crafts and More
Friday, Feb. 21, 10:30amToddler and Preschoo
Tracy Branch Library
Calling all toddlers and preschoolers too. Join us to learn a little about Mardi Gras.  We will paint with beads, create a colorful necklace, make a Mardi Gras crown and mask.  Along with that we will play with playdough and do other fun stuff.  Hope to see you here on February 21st a...read more
English Conversation Club
4 p.m.
 English Conversation Club
Friday, Feb. 21, 4 p.m.
(Fridays, February 7 & 21, 4 p.m., March 7 & 21, 4 p.m., April 4 & 18, 4p.m., May 2 & 16, 4 p.m., June 13 & 27, 4 p.m., July 11 & 25, 4 p.m. )

Tracy Branch Library
Adults: Come and practice speaking English in a comfortable group setting.
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Adult Makerspace
1 p.m.
 Adult Makerspace
Saturday, Feb. 22, 1 p.m.
Tracy Branch Library
Adultls: come and make crafts to take home from supplies of past programs.
Practice SAT & ACT (Register)
1:30pm
 Practice SAT & ACT (Register)
Saturday, Feb. 22, 1:30pm
Tracy Branch Library
Grades 9-12. Take a full-practice the SAT or ACT test (essay not included). Approximate time 3 hours. Registration required.

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Book Buddies
12:30pm
 Book Buddies
Sunday, Feb. 23, 12:30pm
Tracy Branch Library
Meet our Book Buddies! Teen volunteers will be at the library to read with elementary school children. Ideal for children who need to improve their reading skills.  
Math Club
2:00pm
 Math Club
Sunday, Feb. 23, 2:00pm
Tracy Branch Library
For K-12. Adults welcome. Complete fun math problems/puzzles, learn math tricks and shortcuts that may help students with their schoolwork, and get help with your school work or other specific topics you would like to go over. Sundays from 2:00 - 4:00pm.
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Let’s Read Together for Grades 1-3
3:00 PM
Let’s Read Together for Grades 1-3
Monday, Feb. 24, 3:00 PMLet’s Read Tog
Tracy Branch Library
Grades 1, 2, and 3. Early readers can improve their reading fluency and comprehension by participating in round-robin reading. Reading is followed with a craft and book discussion. Limited space. First come, first serve.
Writing Club for Kids
4 p.m.
 Writing Club for Kids
Monday, Feb. 24, 4 p.m.Writing Club for Kid
Tracy Branch Library
Ideal for Grades 3-5. Do you enjoy writing? Join us to talk about different writing styles, idea creation, and writing prompts. Come to share your stories and challenges with the group. We will be respectful of everyone's work and there is no requirement to share. 
Homework Help
5:00pm
 Homework Help
Monday, Feb. 24, 5:00pm
Tracy Branch Library
Teen volunteers will help students in grades K-8 with their homework questions on Mondays and Thursdays from 5:00-7:00pm, except for closed days and school breaks.
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All About Baby Storytime
10:30am
 All About Baby Storytime
Tuesday, Feb. 25, 10:30amAll About Baby Story
Tracy Branch Library
This half-hour program for children ages 0-2  incorporates "Mother Goose on the Loose" guidelines to provide a time "just for babies". Focus is on literacy building blocks for baby's development through sharing picturebooks, board books, fingerplays, rhythm/rhyme, b...read more
Baby/Toddler Play Time
11:00am
 Baby/Toddler Play Time
Tuesday, Feb. 25, 11:00am
Tracy Branch Library
Play time with a changing variety of toys for our yougest patrons after storytime.   This will last half an hour.  Patrons attending  Tuesday storytime are invited to participate.
Ramadan Crafts
4 p.m.
 Ramadan Crafts
Tuesday, Feb. 25, 4 p.m.Ramadan Crafts
Tracy Branch Library
Celebrate Ramadan with fun crafts. Ideal for ages 6-12. Younger ages welcome with help from their parents and guardians. 
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Musical Instrument Petting Zoo
4:00pm
 Musical Instrument Petting Zoo
Wednesday, Feb. 26, 4:00pm
Tracy Branch Library
All Ages. View, touch, and try a variety of instruments. Parent must accompany and supervise small children.
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Preschool Storytime
10:30am
 Preschool Storytime
Thursday, Feb. 27, 10:30amPreschool Storytime
Tracy Branch Library
Please join us for this library staff led preschool storytime for children ages 2-5 years.  This engaging program includes stories, rhymes, music and fun that help build a love of reading and develop early literacy skills.    It all begins at 10:30am. 
Preschool Toy Time
11:00am
 Preschool Toy Time
Thursday, Feb. 27, 11:00am
Tracy Branch Library
During Toddler Toy Time share 30 minutes of impromptu playtime with your 2-5 year old with blocks, puppets and more. 
Rock Painting (Ages 10+)
4:00pm
 Rock Painting (Ages 10+)
Thursday, Feb. 27, 4:00pm
Tracy Branch Library
Ages 10+. Try you hand at making cool designs on slate rocks.
Homework Help
5:00pm
 Homework Help
Thursday, Feb. 27, 5:00pm
Tracy Branch Library
Teen volunteers will help students in grades K-8 with their homework questions on Mondays and Thursdays from 5:00-7:00pm, except for closed days and school breaks.
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