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FOSTER LIBRARY
206-242-1640
4060 S. 144th St., Tukwila 98168
Children & Families
Play & Learn
Monday, February 1, 8, 22 and 29, 10:30am
Newborn to age 5 with caregiver.
Have fun singing songs, telling stories, reading books, creating art and playing.
Play & Learn is in English and the facilitator is bilingual in English and Spanish.
Book Buddies
Monday, February 1, 8, 22 and 29, 4pm
Wednesday, February 3, 10, 17 and 24, 4pm
Friday, February 5, 12, 19 and 26, 4pm
Practice reading while making a new friend! Students in Kindergarten through 4th grade and English Language Learners (children, teens, and adults) are invited to stop by the Foster Library for a 10-20 minute reading session with a local teen. Teen volunteers have literacy training.
Family Story Times
Wednesday, February 3, 10, 17 and 24, 11am
Saturday, February 6, 13, 20 and 27, 10am
Ages 1 to 6 with adult.
Stories, songs and fun!
Arabic Story Times
Sunday, February 7, 14, 21 and 28, 1pm
Age 2 and older with adult.
Stories, songs and fun!
Somali Story Times
Wednesday, February 17 and 24, 4:30pm
Ages 2 and older with adult.
Stories, songs and fun!
Tweens & Teens
Science Saturday: Marble Madness!
Saturday, February 6, 2pm
Ages 7 and older.
Explore the science of roller coasters and learn about physics with marble runs.
Please register.
Teen Book Club
Wednesday, February 10, 3pm
Grades 6-12.
Do you like to read? Want to hear what other teens are reading?
Want to learn about hot new books and get copies before they hit the shelves?
Drop in for snacks and conversation and a chance to get free books!
Tween Book Club
Bone Out From Boneville by Jeff Smith
Saturday, February 20, 2pm
Age 9 to 13.
Games, activities and snacks.
Game On!
Wednesday, February 24, Noon
Grades 6-12.
Play video games at the library!
Study Zone
Sundays, 2pm
Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 5pm
Thursdays, 3:30pm
When school is in session.
Grades K-12.
Drop in for free homework help from trained volunteer tutors.
Adults
Knitting Circle
Tuesday, February 2 and 9, 3pm
Knitters of all ages and skill levels – meet weekly for knitting, conversation and snacks. Don’t know how to knit? Someone will be there to show you how!
AARP Tax Help
Monday, February 8 and 29, 3:30pm
Monday, February 22, 4pm
Get free individualized tax preparation assistance provided by trained AARP Foundation volunteers. No age or income limits. Please bring picture I.D., documented proof of Social Security Number, and last year’s return as well as any current tax documents.
Drop-in service is first-come-first-served.
Drop-in to Learn about eBooks
Friday, February 19, 4pm
Get started with KCLS eBooks! Bring your eReader, tablet, phone or just your questions.
Free Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification Test
Tuesday, February 23, 4pm, 5pm, 6pm and 7pm
Improve your résumé and job prospects with a Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification!
Registration is required. Email instruction@kcls.org (subject line: KCLS MOS) for complete instructions and premium study materials.
KCLS and the Washington State Library are partnering to offer FREE certification tests at selectKCLS libraries. You may take one test per time slot, and register for up to two (2) slots per day. Please ensure you will attend, or cancel at least 24 hours before your scheduled test date.
One-on-One Computer Help
Tuesdays, 1pm
Have computer or software questions? Volunteers are here for you. You may bring your own laptop, but volunteers cannot provide hands-on or hardware assistance.
EVERYONE’S TALKING ABOUT IT
What’s on YOUR mind? Join in lively conversations about topics that matter with free programs atKCLS libraries. From pop culture to pot, from education to alternative energy—and even elections—talk with other community members about what fascinates you.
VALLEY VIEW LIBRARY
17850 Military Road S., SeaTac 98188
206-242-6044
Children & Families
Family Story Times
Monday, February 1, 8, 22 and 29, 7pm
Thursday, February 4, 11 and 18, 10am
Family program, all ages welcome with adult.
Stories, songs and fun!
Tweens & Teens
Coding Club
Thursday, February 4, 11, 18 and 25, 4:30-6pm
Ages 10 and older.
Explore a different coding activity every week.
Tween Book Group
Friday, February 19, 2:30pm
Ages 9 to 13.
Do you like to read? Want to hear what other kids are reading? Let’s talk about books! Drop in for conversation, coloring, book-related activities and snacks!
Study Zone
Monday, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 6-8pm
When school is in session.
Grades K-12.
Drop in for free homework help from trained volunteer tutors.
Adults
Computer Class: Microsoft Word 2013 Level 1
Tuesday, February 9, 6:30pm
Learn and practice word processing: enter and format text, cut and paste, work with files. Must be able to use the mouse and keyboard.
Valley View Library Book Club
No Higher Honor by Condoleezza Rice
Tuesday, February 23, 7pm
Drop-In to Learn about eBooks
Friday, February 26, 3pm
Get started with KCLS eBooks! Bring your eReader, tablet, phone or just your questions.
Citizenship Preparation Classes
Wednesdays, 10am
Learn how to become a United States Citizen. Study for the naturalization test, including civics questions, reading and writing English and practicing your interview skills.
Classes are free, join anytime!
Talk Time Classes
Wednesdays, 1pm
Practice speaking English with other English language learners. Learn about American culture and meet people from around the world. Classes are free, join anytime!
EVERYONE’S TALKING ABOUT IT
What’s on YOUR mind? Join in lively conversations about topics that matter with free programs atKCLS libraries. From pop culture to pot, from education to alternative energy–and even elections—talk with other community members about what fascinates you.
LIBRARY CONNECTION @ SOUTHCENTER
1386 Southcenter Mall, Tukwila 98188
425-226-0522
Children & Families
Family Story Times
Wednesday, February 3, 10 and 24, 10am
Family program, all ages welcome with adult.
Stories, songs and fun!
South Indian Classical Dance Performance
Tuesday, February 9, 7pm
Held at Macy’s Court.
Presented by From Within Nucleus.
Ages 5 and older with adult.
Enjoy a beautiful Bharathanatyam classical dance from India that uses music, movement and hand gestures to tell stories based on mythology. Attendees will also learn about the costuming and jewelry.
Tweens and Teens
Un-Valentine Party
Saturday, February 13, 11am
Grades 4-12.
Tired of all the lovey dovey Valentine’s Day mush? Join us at the library for Anti-Valentine activities: a candy heart stacking contest, crafts, decorate broken heart cookies, and much more.
Adults
EVERYONE’S TALKING ABOUT IT
What’s on YOUR mind? Join in lively conversations about topics that matter with free programs atKCLS libraries. From pop culture to pot, from education to alternative energy–and even elections—talk with other community members about what fascinates you.
