For anyone interested in becoming a beekeeper or those who just want to know more about bees. Learn how to start a hive, get the equipment you need, how bees make honey, and how to extract it.

Everett resident author, Karen Ligocki, discusses the books she’s written.

We will make the perfect decoration for your bookshelf! Materials for this program have been generously sponsored by the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries. Recommended for ages 14+, registration is required.

Learn the common varieties of mushrooms and mushroom terminology, as well as the procedure for growing them indoors in a limited space. We will also discuss why several mushroom varieties can not be grown indoors.

Stop by the Parlin children’s room every Monday for a Grab and Go mystery craft. Mystery crafts can be taken home or crafted with a friend or caregiver at our children’s tables. For ages 3-7.

Come to the children's room at the Parlin Library for a super fun and educational performance by Carole Finn-Weidman as Miss Frizzle!

Break out the popcorn! Come and watch Sonic the Hedgehog 3 with your friends and family.

Join us for our monthly senior social at the Shute Library! Enjoy books, puzzles, crafts, and games with friends in a fun and welcoming environment. This event is open to ages 55-109! Games are generously supplied by the Council of the Aged.

Come hang with us at our Sketch Studio hour - a weekly drop-in art session at the Shute Library! We’ve got sketchbooks (first come, first serve), creative prompts, still life setups, and a room full of fellow sketch artists. Drop in once a week and bring your creativity. For ages 14-109.

Start your day in a mindful way by joining us for Mindful Miles, - a relaxing morning walk starting from the Shute Memorial Library to multiple laps around Glendale Park. Walk at your own pace, for as long as you like. Just show up and breathe in the fresh air. Intended for ages 18 and up.

Enjoy a magical afternoon with Peter Jackson and his magic bunny! This show is sure to be enjoyed by children and adults of all ages. You are sure to have a great time with this interactive magic show - you may even get a meet-and-greet with his fantastically furry magical rabbit!

Watch movies that were once stories on the page. Can you answer the question: what was better, the book or the movie? Recommended for children 8 and up. This week’s movie is The Wild Robot, based on the book by Peter Brown.

As we leave May and it's flowers (and allergies) behind and turn toward summer, don't forget to keep an eye out for the upcoming Summer Reading challenge!

In May the Friends were happy to support Crafty Conversations (Birdhouse Edition), the Upcycle Craft Series (Decorative Book Edge Painting) and the ongoing Embroidery Club and Storytime Pals with Miss Val.  In June, in addition to the ongoing programs, we're looking forward to the Fairy House Jars Edition of the Upcycle Craft Series and new Sketch Studio!