Park Night

With Parks & Rec

 Wednesday, May 14
5:30PM - 7:30PM
Rotary Park (40 4th Ave N)

Join us for an evening of outdoor fun! Enjoy yard games, sports activities, music, and more for free.

This family-friendly event is organized by the City of Clinton’s Parks and Recreation Department and the Clinton Public Library. Park Nights will be held on the second Wednesday of each month at different parks in Clinton this summer.

 

Tai Chi Ch’uan Mini-Form

Presented by Katie Sullivan

 Fridays, May 16 - Aug 1 (No class 5/30 & 7/4)
11:00AM - 12:00PM
Main Branch, 2nd Floor

Class size is limited, you must be 18+ to participate, and registration is required; click HERE or call (563) 242-8441 to sign up for all 10 classes (Due to an issue with our scheduling platform, you will need to register for August 1st separately from the rest; click HERE).

Tai Chi Ch’uan is a system of rounded, fluid, and balanced movements based on ancient Chinese teachings of living in harmony with nature. Practiced daily and properly as exercise, it promotes mental tranquility, physical fitness, increases circulation and provides tissues with maximum oxygen. Due to its versatility as a system of meditation, physical coordination, and health benefits, it has gained a wide following throughout the world with people of all ages. 

Katie Sullivan has been studying Tai Chi Ch’uan with Scott Caulpetzer since 2006 and attended many workshops with Grandmaster William C. C. Chen of New York City. During this program, she will emphasize correct body mechanics, breathing, awareness and laughter. 

 

Let’s Dish: Potluck Club

 Saturday, May 24
1:00PM - 2:00PM
Main Branch, 2nd Floor

Registration is required; click HERE or call (563) 242-8441.

Calling all foodies! If you have an appetite for new foods and fun conversations please join us in our monthly Let’s Dish: Potluck Club. 

May's theme: Cook the Book! Bring a dish that was served in a favorite book.

To participate, each month you will choose and prepare a recipe that matches the theme for our potluck. Bring that dish, and serving utensils, to our potluck to share family style along with the recipe. Feel free to bring a reusable container if there are leftovers to share. Water will be provided and tableware.

Meetings will be held the 4th Saturday of the month from 1-2pm, unless otherwise noted. Registration is required. This is a potluck event and recipes will be prepared in personal kitchens. Please bring a printed copy of your recipe, ask questions if you have allergies, and eat at your own discretion.

 

The Beatles! Music Hour

Presented by Matt Paul

 Saturday, May 31
2:00PM - 3:00PM
Main Branch, 2nd Floor

This program is for ages 14+. Due to limited seating, registration is encouraged; click HERE or call (563) 242-8441 to sign up.

Come listen to local musician Matt Paul perform acoustic Beatles music at the library. You will enjoy this talented musician. Unplug, unwind, and enjoy some great music!

Matt Paul is in the 3-man band Devil’s Heat and they write and play their own music.

 

Bunco Night

 Wednesday, June 4
4:45PM - 7:00PM
Main Branch, 2nd Floor

Registration is open to ages 14+; click HERE or call (563) 242-8441 to sign up.

Please join us for Bunco Night! This is an easy to learn dice game that is lighthearted and friendly. Light snacks and drink will be provided.

Bunco Night will be held on first Wednesdays unless noted otherwise.

 

DIY Drop-In Craft Hour

 Wednesday, June 11
5:30PM - 6:30PM
Main Branch, 2nd Floor

This program is for ages 14+ and registration is required; click HERE or call (563) 242-8441.

Join us at the library between 5:30-6:30pm and use leftover craft supplies from this past year to make a unique and fun craft for yourself.

 

Sustainability Club | Heirloom Seed & Poultry Preservation

Presented by Glenn Drowns, Owner of the Sand Hill Preservation Center

 Saturday, June 21
3:00PM - 4:00PM
Main Branch, 2nd Floor

Sustainability Club: Living Well with CPL! This program is to promote community awareness about resilience, climate change, and a sustainable future.

Sand Hill Preservation Center’s mission is the genetic preservation of vegetables, fruits, flowers, grains, and poultry. This 40-acre farm in Clinton County is run by Glenn and Linda Drowns and is responsible for saving over 2700 seed varieties, 250 sweet potato varieties and 230 poultry breeds. They are dedicated to conserving genetic diversity in agriculture and run a successful mail order seed and chick business.

Please join us and learn about the importance of seed and poultry preservation, sustainability, and their Safe Seed Pledge. There will be a Q & A session after the presentation. Registration is encouraged; click HERE or call (563) 242-8441.

 

Creative Explorers

 Wednesdays at 3:00PM
Main Branch, Lower Level

Join us for an afternoon of play and learning! The Creative Explorers (formerly Afternoon Adventures) program offers a space for children to create, explore, and discover. Through fun and interactive programs, we aim to provide patrons of all abilities and stages of learning with the opportunity to learn about the world around them in a hands-on way.

Caregivers are encouraged to stay in the building and participate with their children. Children under the age of 8 are not to be left alone in the building without a caretaker at least 14 years of age.

 

Storytime

 Wednesdays at 10:30AM
Main Branch, Lower Level

Storytime is offered continually, with breaks occurring in late December and August. Join us for fun, stories, songs, puppet shows, and a craft to take home!

Bilingual Storytime meets on 1st Saturdays of the month, and regular Storytime also meets on 3rd Saturdays of the month starting in June.

 

Wiggle Time

 Tuesdays at 10:30AM
Main Branch, Lower Level

We will have songs, toys, and bubbles for you and your baby or toddler to interact! This is a great chance for kids and caregivers to socialize with each other and their peers. This program is suited for ages 0-3.

 

Vibe Out

 Fridays, 3:30PM - 5:00PM
Main Branch, 2nd Floor (unless noted)

Teens, join us on Fridays for anime, crafts, and snacks!

How to Use Anxiety to Thrive with Dr. David H. Rosmarin
 Wednesday, May 7, 1PM

Harvard Psychologist, Author, and Keynote Speaker

See More and Register

 

On Writing a Brilliant, Dark, and Diabolical Thriller with Author Liann Zhang
 Wednesday, May 14, 6PM

Julie Chan is Dead – A Propulsive Debut Thriller

See More and Register

 

How Judy Blume Rewrote Childhood for All of Us with Author Rachelle Bergstein​
 Wednesday, May 21, 1PM

Lifestyle Writer, Editor, and Bestselling Author of The Genius of Judy

See More and Register

 

 

#52Stories

 First Saturdays
Main Branch, 2nd Floor

On every headstone or plaque, there are two dates separated by a dash. How do you define your dash? The #52Stories genealogy project provides the inspiration you need to write down one story every week for a year by using a handwritten journal, blog, voice, or video recording. During this meeting we will chat about what we are doing with our own #52Stories project by sharing our stories & photos.

 

All-Ages Chess Club

Where Every Move Matters!

 First and Third Saturdays (starting in June)
2:00PM - 3:00PM (may go longer)
Main Branch, Lower Level

Welcome to the All-Ages Chess Club, a vibrant community where chess enthusiasts of all skill levels come together to share their passion for the game! Players of all ages—children, teens, adults, and seniors—can connect over the chessboard. Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned grandmaster, our club provides a friendly and inclusive environment for everyone.

 

Bilingual Storytime

 First Saturdays at 10:30AM
Main Branch, Lower Level

Join us for a fun and engaging bilingual Storytime at the library! This special event is designed for children and families to enjoy stories, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. We will read aloud in both languages, offering an opportunity for young learners to explore new words, phrases, and cultures.

Bilingual Storytime will include age-appropriate stories, songs, and hands-on activities that encourage participation and foster a love of reading. Whether you're a beginner or fluent in both languages, this Storytime is perfect for all families looking to explore the beauty of bilingual learning together. We can't wait to see you there!

 

Bring Your Own Book Club

 Main Branch, 2nd Floor

Formerly Lyons Reads, this book club is relaxed and we have fun conversations about books and authors. We each read our own book and discuss it with our group.

 

Device Advice

 TBD
Main Branch, Main Floor

Visit the library to get any of your technology questions answered! Library staff will help you feel more comfortable using everyday technology, such as your smartphone, tablet, and/or laptop. Drop in at your convenience.

 

The Plarn Project

 Main Branch, 2nd Floor

Plarn is plastic yarn that is made from plastic shopping bags. This material is used by local volunteers to make comfortable sleeping mats for the homeless. Upcycling these plastic bags is a way to help our community and also reduce the amount of plastic going into landfills. If you are interested in donating clean plastic grocery bags & cutting them, please join us to learn more about this project.

 

Reading Party

 Main Branch, 2nd Floor

Enjoy quiet reading time with other area readers! This is the perfect party to join if you want designated monthly reading time. Light drinks and snacks will be provided. All ages are welcome! 

Can't make it right at 5:30pm? That's ok! Come whenever you can to read with us, even if it's for ten minutes.

 

Sewing Basics

 Next Workshop: Sept-Dec 2025
Main Branch, Makerspace

The Sewing Basics workshop includes 4 sessions, each held on the 1st Thursday of the month. You will be guided through the basics, from learning sewing machine parts and essential tools to mending, sewing simple projects, and much more!

Ages 14+ | 5:30PM - 6:30PM | Registration opens in August.

Have you ever wanted to learn how to sew? Have your sewing skills gotten a little rusty over the years? Sign up for a series of beginner level workshops where you can learn to sew, or refresh your skills, alongside our Makerspace staff.

Youth Edition

Ages 10-14 | 4:00PM - 5:00PM | Registration opens in August.

If you have ever wanted to learn how to sew, here is your chance! Sign up for a series of beginner level workshops where you can learn how to mend your old items as well as sew something new, alongside our Makerspace staff.

 

Spice Club

 Main Branch, 2nd Floor

Registration is closed.

This program is sponsored by The Spice & Tea Exchange® of TSTE of West Des Moines.