Calendar of Events

1st Mondays of the month 3pm - 4:30pmJoin us as we discuss art techniques for various mixed-media artists while we listen to classical music. Come in anytime within the session and jump into creativity. For anyone 18 and under. Registration is required.

Let's burn some energy while learning the fundamentals of early literacy! This interactive, hands-on program is perfectly suited for toddlers ages 2 to 3 years old. Children must be accompanied by an adult. ​​

Join other chess fans for a game (or two) of chess at the library. All skill levels welcome. Every Tuesday from 5 pm - 6:30 pm.

Build a twirling robot with a mini motor and battery pack that will draw or paint you a masterpiece.ATLAS is a free after school program for middle and high school students (grades 6-12) at the South Lake Tahoe Library. Join us for a wide range of creative hands-on activities with an emphasis o...read more

Join the Humane Society of Truckee Tahoe for their weekly reading program with dogs! School age children can pick out a book to read to one of the teams between 4-5pm each Wednesday. The dog provides a safe audience for kids to practice their reading skills and become more comfortable reading out lo...read more

Are you a true crime or murder mystery reader? The Wednesday Murder Book Club meets on the first Wednesday of every month at 5:30 pm starting on January 7th, 2026. Monthly book selections alternate between fictional murder mysteries and true crime. All readers 16+ are welcome! You can also find...read more

Join us at the South Lake Tahoe Library for our in-person Mother Goose on the Loose Storytime! Every Thursday at 10:30 AM with Miss Anel.This award winning program combines music, movement, visual literacy and language development to help children get ready to read!Mother Goose on the Loose is ...read more

Come and join us for our special literacy program in Spanish,Mamá Gansa Anda Suelta.This program wil help your little one to develop the skills nedded to have an everlasting love for reading. Suitable for infants 0-2 years. Ven y únete con nosotros en este programa especial de Alf...read more

Open to all crafts: knitting, crochet, embroidery, sewing, and more. Share projects, ideas, and stories. Come and leave as needed, all skill levels are welcome. Please note there are no formal teachers on hand.

Sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge, then stick around for ice cream and activities at this free, all-ages event!The theme for this year's Summer Reading Challenge is "Plant a Seed, Read." Kids, teens, and adults of all ages are invited to log their reading from June 1st to August...read more

Let's burn some energy while learning the fundamentals of early literacy! This interactive, hands-on program is perfectly suited for toddlers ages 2 to 3 years old. Children must be accompanied by an adult. ​​

Senior Story SwapEach second Tuesday from 2pm-4pmBring your friends, drop by and share with us your memories, photos and mementos!Light refresments provided 

Join other chess fans for a game (or two) of chess at the library. All skill levels welcome. Every Tuesday from 5 pm - 6:30 pm.

Come and join us for our special literacy program in Spanish,Mamá Gansa Anda Suelta.This program wil help your little one to develop the skills nedded to have an everlasting love for reading. Suitable for infants 0-2 years. Ven y únete con nosotros en este programa especial de Alf...read more

Open to all crafts: knitting, crochet, embroidery, sewing, and more. Share projects, ideas, and stories. Come and leave as needed, all skill levels are welcome. Please note there are no formal teachers on hand.

Young builders join us for our Lego Block Party!Legos will be provided and after the program, your creations will be put on display.Duplo blocks will be available for little builders.Lego Block Party is suitable for ages 2-14.Hope to see you there!

Join other chess fans for a game (or two) of chess at the library. All skill levels welcome. Every Tuesday from 5 pm - 6:30 pm.

3rd Tuesday of the month5:00pm - 6:30pmCome jump into the writing conversation and connect with our local writing community. Bring a pen, a notebook, and a writing prompt or topic for discussion. For adults 18 and older. 

Join us on the 3rd Wednesday of the month, from 3 - 4 pm to discuss a variety of critically acclaimed books. Light refreshment and lively conversation provided!2026 Selections:January 21 -- The Bear and the Nightingale by Katherine ArdenFebruary 18 -- His Truth is Marching On by Jon MeachamMarch 18 ...read more

Join the Humane Society of Truckee Tahoe for their weekly reading program with dogs! School age children can pick out a book to read to one of the teams between 4-5pm each Wednesday. The dog provides a safe audience for kids to practice their reading skills and become more comfortable reading out lo...read more

Join us for a monthly Bike Kitchen! On site mechanics will be available the third Wednesday of the month to answer questions and help you tune-up and do small repairs on your bike for free. 

Come and join us for our special literacy program in Spanish,Mamá Gansa Anda Suelta.This program wil help your little one to develop the skills nedded to have an everlasting love for reading. Suitable for infants 0-2 years. Ven y únete con nosotros en este programa especial de Alf...read more

Open to all crafts: knitting, crochet, embroidery, sewing, and more. Share projects, ideas, and stories. Come and leave as needed, all skill levels are welcome. Please note there are no formal teachers on hand.

Build and learn robotics with Legos! Discover the basics of coding and building Lego robots.This activity is intended for ages 9-17. No experience necessary. Parental guidence may be required for younger attendees. Limited space available.

Let's burn some energy while learning the fundamentals of early literacy! This interactive, hands-on program is perfectly suited for toddlers ages 2 to 3 years old. Children must be accompanied by an adult. ​​

Join other chess fans for a game (or two) of chess at the library. All skill levels welcome. Every Tuesday from 5 pm - 6:30 pm.

Join the Friends of the Library in welcoming Ian Ruhter as he discusses wet plate collodion photography and his recent publication, The Lake. https://www.ianruhter.com/

Join Miss Anel for Storytime with books, rhymes, and fun with friends! Build your child’s pre-reading skills with this engaging and interactive program designed to support your child’s early literacy development for a lifelong love of reading and learning. Suitable for children 3 to 5 ye...read more

Join the Humane Society of Truckee Tahoe for their weekly reading program with dogs! School age children can pick out a book to read to one of the teams between 4-5pm each Wednesday. The dog provides a safe audience for kids to practice their reading skills and become more comfortable reading out lo...read more

Are you a fan of time travel? Do bad aliens, bad robots, or bad dragons make you do a double take? Maybe you love to hate an evil wizard, witch or sorcerer? If so, the Sci fi and Fantasy Readers Book Club might be for you! Join us each month at 5:30 pm - keep an eye on the dates below.&nbs...read more

Join us at the South Lake Tahoe Library for our in-person Mother Goose on the Loose Storytime! Every Thursday at 10:30 AM with Miss Anel.This award winning program combines music, movement, visual literacy and language development to help children get ready to read!Mother Goose on the Loose is ...read more

Come and join us for our special literacy program in Spanish,Mamá Gansa Anda Suelta.This program wil help your little one to develop the skills nedded to have an everlasting love for reading. Suitable for infants 0-2 years. Ven y únete con nosotros en este programa especial de Alf...read more

Open to all crafts: knitting, crochet, embroidery, sewing, and more. Share projects, ideas, and stories. Come and leave as needed, all skill levels are welcome. Please note there are no formal teachers on hand.

Brian Scott is a magician who combines magic, comedy and pure fun. Bring the whole family for this outdoor performance!The theme for this year's Summer Reading Challenge is "Plant a Seed, Read." Kids, teens, and adults of all ages are invited to log their reading from June 1st to Augus...read more

Young builders join us for our Lego Block Party!Legos will be provided and after the program, your creations will be put on display.Duplo blocks will be available for little builders.Lego Block Party is suitable for ages 2-14.Hope to see you there!

Let's burn some energy while learning the fundamentals of early literacy! This interactive, hands-on program is perfectly suited for toddlers ages 2 to 3 years old. Children must be accompanied by an adult. ​​

Join other chess fans for a game (or two) of chess at the library. All skill levels welcome. Every Tuesday from 5 pm - 6:30 pm.