Sam J. Racadio Highland Branch Library
and Environmental Learning Center
Branch Programs

Session 4

August 17, 2025 – September 27, 2025

Toddler Bootcamp
Tuesdays at 11:00 AM

For the more active toddler, this course includes high energy songs with lots of movement to inspire healthy physical activity in a fun and exciting way your child will love.

Little Artists
Wednesdays at 11:00 AM

Create fun, sometimes messy, art with your little one and guide their imagination by making a project together or let them steal the show with their own personal artistic style!

Bilingual Book and Craft
Thursdays at 12:00 PM

Learn, improve, and reinforce simple Spanish vocabulary for colors, numbers, and other common words with your little one. Sing short bilingual songs, hear a bilingual book, and make a cute craft to tie it all together.

Pet Profiles
Mondays at 4:00 PM

Discover the secrets of your beloved Library critters! Dive into their fascinating world, learn fun facts, and get up close and personal with these adorable creatures. Don’t miss out on this paw-some experience!

Treehouse Tales
Wednesdays at 4:00 PM

Join us under the enchanting Puppet Tree Theater for a magical journey through classic fairytales and modern stories! Gather the whole family for a whimsical puppet show at the library. Let your imagination soar as our puppets bring beloved tales to life. Don’t miss this delightful adventure!

Basic Computer Class
Mondays at 5:00 PM

Adults are invited to an introduction to common computer tasks, from how to use a mouse and keyboard, to basic typing, internet, and email functions.

English Conversation
Tuesdays at 2:00 PM

Adults from all walks of life will take turns sharing their story and discussing interesting topics to enhance their English speaking skills.

Sing, Move, and Make
Thursdays at 11:00 AM

Get ready for a high-energy dance and storytime program designed for adults with special needs! We’ll start by singing and dancing and then wind down with an engaging story and craft. Come join the fun!

Pirates Event
Wednesday, September 17 from 4:00 PM-6:00 PM

Ahoy, mateys! Join us for a Pirate Adventure at the library, filled with crafts, sea shanties, and treasure-hunting fun! Hoist the anchor and dive into a world of books—check out 15 items and claim a special incentive! Don’t miss this chance to unleash your inner buccaneer.

Off Session

September 28, 2025 – October 11, 2025

Storytime
Thursdays at 12:00 PM

The whole family can be part of the reading adventure at this wonderfully fun and engaging storytime with great stories, songs, rhymes, a craft, and more.

Session 5

October 12, 2025 – November 22, 2025

Toddler Bootcamp
Tuesdays at 11:00 AM

For the more active toddler, this course includes high energy songs with lots of movement to inspire healthy physical activity in a fun and exciting way your child will love.

Little Artists
Wednesdays at 12:00 PM

Create fun, sometimes messy, art with your little one and guide their imagination by making a project together or let them steal the show with their own personal artistic style!

Kids on the Move
Thursdays at 12:00 PM

Jump, clap, shake, and dance your way through this energetic class. Parents are encouraged to participate as we inspire a healthy model of physical activity in a fun and engaging way.

Pet Profiles
Mondays at 4:00 PM

Discover the secrets of your beloved Library critters! Dive into their fascinating world, learn fun facts, and get up close and personal with these adorable creatures. Don’t miss out on this paw-some experience!

Treehouse Tales
Wednesdays at 4:00 PM

Join us under the enchanting Puppet Tree Theater for a magical journey through classic fairytales and modern stories! Gather the whole family for a whimsical puppet show at the library. Let your imagination soar as our puppets bring beloved tales to life. Don’t miss this delightful adventure!

Garden Walk
Tuesday, October 14, October 21, November 4, and November 18 at 3:00 PM

Take a stroll through our delightful rooftop garden, a certified wildlife habitat, featuring seasonal plants and a tranquil atmosphere. Along the way, stop by to watch Pumpkin, our African Sulcata tortoise, enjoying his afternoon snack! Weather restrictions may apply.

Tails and Stories
Saturday, October 18 and November 15 at 3:00 PM

You won’t want to miss this wonderful program where you can practice your reading skills on nonjudgmental listeners: dogs! Therapy dogs will be at the library while you choose a book to read aloud, and they love hearing stories.

Basic Computer Class
Mondays at 5:00 PM

Adults are invited to an introduction to common computer tasks, from how to use a mouse and keyboard, to basic typing, internet, and email functions.

English Conversation
Tuesdays at 2:00 PM

Adults from all walks of life will take turns sharing their story and discussing interesting topics to enhance their English speaking skills.

Sing, Move and Make
Thursdays at 11:00 AM

Get ready for a high-energy dance and storytime program designed for adults with special needs! We’ll start by singing and dancing and then wind down with an engaging story and craft. Come join the fun!

Pumpkin’s Haunted Path
TBD

Join us for a frightfully fun evening in our rooftop garden—transformed into a spellbinding Halloween hideaway! To enter, simply check out 10 items. Enjoy trick-or-treating among the spooky sights! And don’t miss our beloved tortoise, Pumpkin, dressed in his own Halloween costume! Dare to join the fun?

Off Session

November 23, 2025 – November 30, 2025

Garden Walk
Tuesday, November 25 at 3:00 PM

Take a stroll through our delightful rooftop garden, a certified wildlife habitat, featuring seasonal plants and a tranquil atmosphere. Along the way, stop by to watch Pumpkin, our African Sulcata tortoise, enjoying his afternoon snack! Weather restrictions may apply.

December Session

December 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025

Elf-cercise
Tuesdays at 11:00 AM

Have a jolly good time with your preschoolers as you jump and jingle to high-energy songs, then settle down to hear a fun story.

December Book and Craft
Wednesdays at 11:00 AM

Hear a seasonal story and make a fun craft project with your little one, and let their creative side shine!

Garden Walk
Tuesdays at 3:00 PM

Take a stroll through our delightful rooftop garden, a certified wildlife habitat, featuring seasonal plants and a tranquil atmosphere. Along the way, stop by to watch Pumpkin, our African Sulcata tortoise, enjoying his afternoon snack! Weather restrictions may apply.

December Craft Corner
Wednesdays at 3:00 PM

Create wonderful wintery crafts while building art skills.

Tails and Stories
Saturday, December 20 at 3:00 PM

You won’t want to miss this wonderful program where you can practice your reading skills on nonjudgmental listeners: dogs! Therapy dogs will be at the library while you choose a book to read aloud, and they love hearing stories.

Holiday Humbugs Bash
Wednesday, December 17 from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Celebrate a Merry Grinchmas at our Holiday Humbugs Bash! Check out 15 items to earn a fun incentive and a chance to win a grand prize. Enjoy festive games, a dance party, and a special visit from Santa—it’s sure to be a grinchy good time full of holiday cheer!