May promises to be full of fun activities, special classes, the Summer Reading Program, and more! It’s a busy time at our favorite library so be sure to check out some of the awesome things happening this month!
Library closure for the month are:
- Sunday, May 25, 2025 Labor Day holiday. Regular hours resume Monday, May 26, 2025.
Regular operating hours for the library are as follows: Monday thru Thursday from 10:00AM to 8:00PM, and Friday thru Sunday from 10:00AM to 5:00PM. The library is located at 701 Adams Boulevard and is online 24 hours a day HERE. You can reach the circulation desk with questions, to sign up for classes, and to receive other general information by calling (702) 293-1281.
Special Events:
BOULDER CITY LIBRARY SUMMER READING PROGRAM
MAY 3 – JULY 25
Join on Beanstack by clicking the link below:
Read! Log your minutes! Attend events! Earn or enter for various prizes based on age level!
For Ages 0 – 109!
Ages 0-5 Programs
Tuesdays at 10:30AM: Toddler Tuesday Storytime: Ages 1-3 and Caregiver. Join us for stories, songs, And a coloring sheet. Board Room.
Thursdays at 9:30AM: Early Risers Lapsit Storytime: Ages 0-2 and Caregiver. Join us for stories and songs. Board Room.
Fridays at 10:30AM: Drop In Storytime: Ages 0-5 and Caregiver. Join us for stories, songs, and crafts. Board Room.
Wednesday, May 7 at 11:30AM: Family Storyteller: Fun With Non-Fiction with UNR: Part parenting workshop to foster parent-child connection and part hands-on learning activity- this workshop promotes family literacy and school readiness. Sign-ups required. Program is for children ages 3-5 and caregiver. Board Room.
Tuesdays, 5/13 & 5/27 at 11:00AM: Duplo Building Club: Bring your early learners to Duplo building club. We’ll provide the blocks and you provide the creativity. Ages 0-5 with caregiver. Board Room.
Saturday, May 17 at 10:00AM: Desert Research Institute Family Engagement- Ecosystem Explorers: DRI to host a family event- includes hands-on and fun learning activities. Receive a free book for attending while supplies last. Program is for families with children ages 2-6. Community Room.
Wednesday, May 21 at 11:30AM: Let’s Discover STEM with UNR: Hosted by UNR part parenting workshop to foster parent-child connection and part hands-on learning activity- this new series promotes literacy and school readiness with STEM seasonal themes. Sign-ups required. Program is for children ages 3-5 and caregiver. Board Room.
Wednesday, May 28 at 11:30AM: Engineering Design with PBS Kids Ready Jet Go!: Blast off into creativity! Spacesuit Designer Workshop- explore engineering design by designing a spacesuit for a plush toy with everyday materials. Sign-ups required. Program is for children Ages 4-5. Community Room.
Ages 6-11 Programs
Monday, 5/12 at 3:30PM: Youth Coding Club: Introduces coding through hands-on activities, STEAM Kits, and online computer coding programs. Ages 6-11. Community Room.
Tuesdays, 5/13 & 5/27 at 3:30PM: Lego Building Challenge: We provide the Legos, you provide the imagination! Ages 6-11. Community Room.
Ages 12-18 Programs
School Days at 2:00PM: Teen Time: Coloring, puzzles, board games, or crafts while you hang out with your friends. Teen Area.
Tuesdays at 3:00PM: Roleplayers Guild- Playing Dungeons & Dragons and other TTRPGS: Nevada Room.
Sunday, May 25 at 2:00PM: Singing in the Stacks- Library Karaoke: From Country to Christmas, Metal to Musicals, Rock to Rap, Opera to Oldies, join us and sing your favorite songs. No experience needed. Beginners are Welcome! No registration required. Ages 13+. Combined Community & Board Rooms.
Thursday, May 29 at 1:00PM: Teen Crafternoon: Teens, join us for various crafts and art projects to show off your creativity. Ages 12-18. Community Room.
Family Programs
Saturday, May 3 at 1:00PM: Summer Reading Program Kick-off & Petting Zoo: Come sign up for the Summer Reading Program and enjoy an afternoon of cute animals from Nature Farms Petting Zoo. All Ages. Outdoor Amphitheater.
Friday, May 9 at 3:30PM: Storytelling with Jim Cogan: Join us for an afternoon of eclectic tales full of history, mystery, hyperbole, humor, challenge, magic, creativity and powerful epiphanies by storyteller Jim Cogan. All Ages. Community Room.
Saturday, May 10 at 11:00AM: Mother’s Day Family Craft Hour: Family crafting party. Drop in to make and take a Mother’s Day craft. All Ages. Community Room.
Sunday, May 18 at 1:00PM: Flashback to 1995 Movie Casper: Join us for an afternoon showing of Casper (PG) to celebrate the 30th anniversary of its release. All Ages. Community Room.
Saturday, May 24 at 11:00AM: Family Fun: Fitness: Enjoy learning about health, wellness, nutrition, and fitness. Various community partners will be in attendance. First 18 families will receive a free family fun fitness kit. All Ages. Combined Community and Board Room.
Ages 18+ Programs
Tuesdays at 2:30PM: Crochet for A Cause: Board Room.
Fridays at 1:00PM: Easy Does It Yoga: Ages 18+. Community Room.
Sunday, May 4 at 1:00PM: Flashback to 1995 Movie Mortal Kombat: Come join us for the 30th anniversary of Mortal Kombat (PG-13). Ages 13+. Community Room.
Monday, May 5 at 10:00AM: Blood Drive- Vitalant Bloodmobile: Vitalant is hosting a community blood drive- look for the Bloodmobile parked outside the Library.
Monday, May 5 at 11:00AM: Ancestry Club: Learn from others as you research your family history. All Ages. *NOW MEETING ON MONDAYS* Board Room.
Tuesdays, 5/13 & 5/27 at 10:00AM: Cut-Ups Quilting: Community Room.
Tuesday, May 6 at 6:00PM: Tarot Outside the Box: Tarot games, activities, and practice reading sessions. All skill levels are welcome. Bring your tarot deck or use one of ours! Ages 18+. Combined Community and Board Room.
Saturday, May 10 at 2:00PM: Pamper Your Self- Salt & Sugar Scrub Craft: Learn how to make your own salt and sugar scrubs. Ages 16+.
Sign-ups required. Community room.
Wednesday, May 14 at 11:30AM: Becca’s Book Club: Ages 18+. Community Room.
Saturday, May 17 at 2:00PM: How Not to Burn Toast- Afternoon Tea: Join us for an afternoon tea and learn how to host one yourself!
Sign-ups required. Community Room.
Thursday, May 15 at 6:00PM: Crochet Skills Class- Stitch TBD: Monthly crochet project class- learn a new stitch and meet other crocheters. Some crochet experience required. Sign-ups required. class runs 6:00pm-7:30PM. Community Room.
Tuesday, May 20 AT 6:00PM: Come Write In- Creative Writing: Creative writing prompts and activities to generate new writing. All skill levels welcome. Board Room.
Wednesday, May 21 at 6:00PM: Library Board of Trustees: Budget hearing with meeting to follow. Board Room.
Sunday, May 25 at 2:00PM: Fiber Arts Club: Learn from others and work on your projects with friends. Ages 16+. Nevada Room.
Sunday, May 25 at 2:00PM: Singing in the Stacks- Library Karaoke: From Country to Christmas, Metal to Musicals, Rock to Rap, Opera to Oldies, join us and sing your favorite songs. Beginners are Welcome! No registration required. Ages 13+. Combined Community & Board Room.
Saturday, May 31 1:00PM: Music Appreciation- The Record Industry : Learn about the history of the Record Industry- from phonographs to streaming. Ages 13+. Community Room.
Makerspace Programs
Weekly Open Makerspace Times:
Wednesdays 2:00PM – 4:00PM: Open Maker Time: Must be certified on the machines you intend to use. Makerspace.
Thursdays 12:00PM – 2:00PM: Open Maker Time: Must be certified on the machines you intend to use. Makerspace.
May Makerspace Certification Classes:
Sunday, May 18 at 11:00AM: Cricut Certification Class: Sign-ups required. Makerspace.
Monday, May 19 at 3:30PM: Button Maker & Die Cut Certification Class: Sign-ups required. Makerspace.
Tuesday, May 20 at 3:30PM: Laser Engraver Certification Class: Sign-ups required. Makerspace.
Tech Teachers
Tech Teacher APPOINTMENTS are available! Sign-ups required. To sign-up for a one-on-one time, please visit the Information Desk or call the Library at (702) 293-1281.Tech Teachers are available on Tuesdays at 1:00PM and 2:00PM, Wednesdays 12:00PM and 1:00PM , and Thursdays 12:00PM and 1:00PM.
Check out our Memory Care Kits!
Stay sharp with memory care books and kits. Our memory care collection includes books and activities for people who are experiencing memory loss or other cognitive issues related to dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, and other memory disorders.
