Bookmobile at Shiloh United Methodist Church; Friendship House; Briarwood Blvd

June 18, 2019, 12:30 PM - 6:30 PM @ Bookmobile

12:30-2:00 Shiloh U. M. Church, 1810 Shiloh Rd 3:00-3:45 Friendship House 4:00-4:30 Orchard Elementary 5:00-6:30 Briarwood Blvd & Turnberry

Senior Outreach at Eagle Cliff Healthcare

June 18, 2019, 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

The Senior/Homebound Outreach Program makes monthly visits to Senior residential facilities and nursing homes, bringing the experience of browsing for Library materials right inside the doors.

Senior Outreach at Prairie Tower Apartments

June 19, 2019, 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

The Senior/Homebound Outreach Program makes monthly visits to Senior residential facilities and nursing homes, bringing the experience of browsing for Library materials right inside the doors.

Bookmobile at Heights Senior Center; Shepherd High School; Lockwood School

June 19, 2019, 11:30 AM - 5:00 PM @ Bookmobile

11:15-3:00 Stops Cancelled for Spotlight on the Arts 4:00-5:00 Lockwood School

Senior Outreach at Central Court Village

June 20, 2019, 9:45 AM - 10:45 AM

The Senior/Homebound Outreach Program makes monthly visits to Senior residential facilities and nursing homes, bringing the experience of browsing for Library materials right inside the doors.

Bookmobile at Broadview Senior Center and Acton

June 20, 2019, 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM @ Bookmobile

11:30-1:30 Broadview Senior Center 2:00-3:00 Acton

Senior Outreach at Mission Ridge

June 20, 2019, 1:30 PM - 2:45 PM

The Senior/Homebound Outreach Program makes monthly visits to Senior residential facilities and nursing homes, bringing the experience of browsing for Library materials right inside the doors.

Bookmobile at Worden Senior Center; Huntley Main Street; Front Street & Golden Hollow

June 21, 2019, 11:30 AM - 4:00 PM @ Bookmobile

11:30-1:00 Worden Senior Center 1:30-2:30 Huntley Main Street 3:00-4:00 Front Street & Golden Hollow

Bookmobile at 925 North 18th; North Park; Banff & 3700 Crater Lake; 30th St W & Howard

June 24, 2019, 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM @ Bookmobile

11:00-12:00 Rainbow House, 925 North 18th 12:15- 1:20 North Park 2:45-3:45 Banff & 3700 Crater Lake 4:00-5:00 30th St W & Howard

Senior Outreach at Avantara (formerly Billings Health & Rehab)

June 25, 2019, 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM

The Senior/Homebound Outreach Program makes monthly visits to Senior residential facilities and nursing homes, bringing the experience of browsing for Library materials right inside the doors.

Bookmobile at Elder Grove School; Energy Blvd & Daystar Drive; Robbie & 45th St W

June 25, 2019, 2:00 PM - 7:30 PM @ Bookmobile

2:00-3:15 Elder Grove School, 1532 S 64th St W 4:00 -5:00 Energy Blvd & Daystar Drive 6:00-7:30 Robbie & 45th St W

Senior Outreach at Wyndstone

June 25, 2019, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

The Senior/Homebound Outreach Program makes monthly visits to Senior residential facilities and nursing homes, bringing the experience of browsing for Library materials right inside the doors.

Senior Outreach at Bella Terra Billings (Formerly Valley Health & Rehab)

June 26, 2019, 9:45 AM - 10:45 AM

The Senior/Homebound Outreach Program makes monthly visits to Senior residential facilities and nursing homes, bringing the experience of browsing for Library materials right inside the doors.

Bookmobile at Shepherd Senior Meal Site; Brush Meadow Apts; Hemingway & Poe

June 26, 2019, 11:30 AM - 5:00 PM @ Bookmobile

11:30-1:00 Shepherd Senior Meal Site, 5541 Haynes Rd 2:00-3:30 Brush Meadow Apts, 1203 Lake Elmo Road 3:45-4:45 Hemingway & Poe

Senior Outreach at The Vista

June 26, 2019, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

The Senior/Homebound Outreach Program makes monthly visits to Senior residential facilities and nursing homes, bringing the experience of browsing for Library materials right inside the doors.

Senior Outreach at Sage Tower

June 27, 2019, 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

The Senior/Homebound Outreach Program makes monthly visits to Senior residential facilities and nursing homes, bringing the experience of browsing for Library materials right inside the doors.

Bookmobile at Custer Senior Center & Pompey's Pillar

June 27, 2019, 11:30 AM - 4:00 PM @ Bookmobile

11:30-2:00 Custer Senior Center 3:00-4:00 Pompey's Pillar

Senior Outreach at Parkview Care Center

June 27, 2019, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

The Senior/Homebound Outreach Program makes monthly visits to Senior residential facilities and nursing homes, bringing the experience of browsing for Library materials right inside the doors.

Bookmobile at Senior Meal Site, 1505 Ave D; Poly & Westfield; Bobby Jones & 54th

June 28, 2019, 11:30 AM - 4:45 PM @ Bookmobile

11:30-1:00 Senior Meal Site, 1505 Ave D 2:00-3:30 Poly & Westfield 4:00-4:45 Bobby Jones & 54th

Tuesday Story Time Tales

June 18, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Come enjoy Stories, songs and fingerplays for children ages 3 to 6 years old.

Wednesday Tales and Tots Story Time

June 19, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Come enjoy Stories, songs and fingerplays for children ages 2 to 3 years old.

Tween Explorer - Inca Empire Suspension Bridge

June 19, 2019, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ 2nd Floor Large Conference Room

Would you travel across a grass bridge? People do all the time! Come discover how and build your own bridge! Please register your 9-12 year old in person at the Children’s Desk or call 406-657-8256.

Wednesday Fun

June 19, 2019, 3:00 PM - 4:45 PM

Where LEGOs, games and imaginations come together! Come enjoy free play with LEGOs of all sorts of colors and shapes. Try putting together a car, house or even a helicopter! If LEGOs are not your thing, come play games with your child. Wednesday Fun will be back in the Craft Corner for children and families to enjoy!

Thursday Summer Program - Montana Wildlife Federation

June 20, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Thursday Afternoon Books and Babies Lapsit

June 20, 2019, 3:15 PM - 4:00 PM

Books & Babies - come read and sing with your baby! For children 0-2 years old and their caregivers.

Friday Morning Books and Babies Lapsit

June 21, 2019, 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM

Books & Babies - come read and sing with your baby! For children 0-2 years old and their caregivers.

Friday Fun

June 21, 2019, 3:00 PM - 4:45 PM

Where LEGOs, games and imaginations come together! Come enjoy free play with LEGOs of all sorts of colors and shapes. Try putting together a car, house or even a helicopter! If LEGOs are not your thing, come play games with your child. Wednesday Fun will be back in the Craft Corner for children and families to enjoy!

Friday Fun

June 21, 2019, 3:00 PM - 4:45 PM

Where LEGOs, games and imaginations come together! Come enjoy free play with LEGOs of all sorts of colors and shapes. Try putting together a car, house or even a helicopter! If LEGOs are not your thing, come play games with your child. Wednesday Fun will be back in the Craft Corner for children and families to enjoy!

Musical Story Time: Cinderella

June 24, 2019, 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM @ Story Tower

Join us for a new special story time series that brings music and storytelling together! This week, we’ll revisit the classic tale of Cinderella using music from Disney, Gioacchino Rossini, and Jules Massenet. No registration is required.

Make & Take Craft

June 24, 2019, 3:00 PM - 4:45 PM

Join us for a Make and Take Craft from 3-4:45 pm. in the Craft Corner. No registration is necessary.

Tuesday Story Time Tales

June 25, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Come enjoy Stories, songs and fingerplays for children ages 3 to 6 years old.

Wednesday Tales and Tots Story Time

June 26, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Come enjoy Stories, songs and fingerplays for children ages 2 to 3 years old.

Jr. Adventure - Self Portraits with Frida

June 26, 2019, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ 2nd Floor Large Conference Room

Fashionable, confident, and resilient. Freda was inspirational during her time and ours, come find out why! Please register your 6-8 year old in person at the Children’s Desk or call 406-657-8256.

Wednesday Fun

June 26, 2019, 3:00 PM - 4:45 PM

Where LEGOs, games and imaginations come together! Come enjoy free play with LEGOs of all sorts of colors and shapes. Try putting together a car, house or even a helicopter! If LEGOs are not your thing, come play games with your child. Wednesday Fun will be back in the Craft Corner for children and families to enjoy!

Thursday Summer Program - Pompey's Pillar National Monument

June 27, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Jr Star Lab

June 27, 2019, 2:15 PM - 3:00 PM @ Community Room

Come explore the stars, while its still daylight! Please register your 6-8 year old in person at the Children’s Desk or call 406-657-8256.

Thursday Afternoon Books and Babies Lapsit

June 27, 2019, 3:15 PM - 4:00 PM

Books & Babies - come read and sing with your baby! For children 0-2 years old and their caregivers.

Tween Star Lab

June 27, 2019, 3:15 PM - 4:00 PM @ Community Room

The night sky is more than just a pretty view, it’s full of stars, planets, and so much more! Please register your 9-12 year old in person at the Children’s Desk or call 406-657-8256.

Friday Morning Books and Babies Lapsit

June 28, 2019, 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM

Books & Babies - come read and sing with your baby! For children 0-2 years old and their caregivers.

Friday Fun

June 28, 2019, 3:00 PM - 4:45 PM

Where LEGOs, games and imaginations come together! Come enjoy free play with LEGOs of all sorts of colors and shapes. Try putting together a car, house or even a helicopter! If LEGOs are not your thing, come play games with your child. Wednesday Fun will be back in the Craft Corner for children and families to enjoy!

Friday Fun

June 28, 2019, 3:00 PM - 4:45 PM

Where LEGOs, games and imaginations come together! Come enjoy free play with LEGOs of all sorts of colors and shapes. Try putting together a car, house or even a helicopter! If LEGOs are not your thing, come play games with your child. Wednesday Fun will be back in the Craft Corner for children and families to enjoy!

Saturday Stories

June 29, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Come enjoy stories, songs and fingerplays for children of all ages

Saturday Space Movies - Mars Needs Moms

June 29, 2019, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Martian hatchlings are springing up out of the ground up on Mars, and there's a desperate need for a good mom to raise the babies. Mars matriarch "The Supervisor" sets her sights on Milo's mom because she's doing such a good job raising Milo down on Earth, and she quickly abducts her. Rated PG Running Time 88 minutes

Tai Chi for Everyone presented by the Taoist Tai Chi Society of Billings

June 20, 2019, 11:45 AM - 1:15 PM @ Community Room

In the Taoist tradition, a person's health depends on the harmony of body, mind, and spirit. The Taoist Tai Chi arts exercise the entire physiology, including the tendons, joints, connective tissue and the internal organs. Attendees should wear comfortable clothing that allows movement, including grip-less, flat-soled shoes, and should be prepared to sign a waiver.

Summer Reading Block Party!

June 22, 2019, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Our block party is going to be out of this world! The StarLab from the Museum of the Rockies will be here! There will be balloons from Billings Best Balloons and face painting by Terri Porta. The Wise Wonders Children's Museum, SCA, Barony of Bronzehlem and local community organizations such as 4H and HRDC will also be here! Some of the activities that we will be having include photos with the green screen, space and sci-fi themed costume contest, rock painting, build your own alien landscape, tie dye, Lego Robotics and more! If you get hungry from all the fun local food trucks Snowie Mt. and Smoky Bones BBQ will be on site! The Friends of Billings Public Library will also be having a pop-up book sale!

50th Anniversary Apollo Missions & Moon Landing with Lynn Powers

June 25, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Community Room

Join Lynn Powers, NASA Solar System Ambassador, to learn about the 50th anniversary of the Apollo missions and Apollo 11 landing on the moon.

LitCentric Book Discussion Group

June 25, 2019, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM @ Large Conference Room

Go off the beaten track with LitCentric. This book group meets on the last Tuesday of the month between January and October, and uses a combination of self-purchased books and Library book club kits.

Tai Chi for Everyone presented by the Taoist Tai Chi Society of Billings

June 27, 2019, 11:45 AM - 1:15 PM @ Community Room

In the Taoist tradition, a person's health depends on the harmony of body, mind, and spirit. The Taoist Tai Chi arts exercise the entire physiology, including the tendons, joints, connective tissue and the internal organs. Attendees should wear comfortable clothing that allows movement, including grip-less, flat-soled shoes, and should be prepared to sign a waiver.

Fellowship of the Fiber

June 27, 2019, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ 2nd Floor Large Conference Room

We are the library's fiber arts enthusiasts who knit, crochet, embroider, spin, felt, and generally love fiber arts. We get together the second Tuesday and fourth Thursday of every month to talk about what we enjoy the most and share projects. If you're a newbie at the fiber craft game, we can help you learn! This is our Fellowship, we look forward to your company!

"It Came from Outer Space!!" Movie Matinee: Mars Attacks! (1996, PG-13)

June 29, 2019, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ Community Room

Join us for a series of movie matinees focusing on the lighter side of science fiction! First up is Tim Burton's lovingly twisted take on the 1950's alien invasion movies. This 1996 classic features a remarkable cast, and Burton's trademark sense of humor.

TECH Lab Open Lab

June 18, 2019, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ TECH Lab

The TECH Lab is the library's digital learning lab that's just for teens. Come to the lab to learn about 3D printing, use our audiobooth to record and mix music, build and program some robots, and much more! Teens can also come to hang out and be social, as we have lots of board games and gaming consoles. Plus, it's all free!

TECH Lab Open Lab

June 19, 2019, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ TECH Lab

The TECH Lab is the library's digital learning lab that's just for teens. Come to the lab to learn about 3D printing, use our audiobooth to record and mix music, build and program some robots, and much more! Teens can also come to hang out and be social, as we have lots of board games and gaming consoles. Plus, it's all free!

Animation & Rendering: Make an Animated Short

June 20, 2019, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ TECH Lab

Learn how to animate a simple scene and then render it in 3-D! Call 657-8290 to sign up.

TECH Lab Open Lab

June 20, 2019, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ TECH Lab

The TECH Lab is the library's digital learning lab that's just for teens. Come to the lab to learn about 3D printing, use our audiobooth to record and mix music, build and program some robots, and much more! Teens can also come to hang out and be social, as we have lots of board games and gaming consoles. Plus, it's all free!

Animation & Rendering: Make an Animated Short

June 21, 2019, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ TECH Lab

Learn how to animate a simple scene and then render it in 3-D! Call 657-8290 to sign up.

TECH Lab Open Lab

June 21, 2019, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ TECH Lab

The TECH Lab is the library's digital learning lab that's just for teens. Come to the lab to learn about 3D printing, use our audiobooth to record and mix music, build and program some robots, and much more! Teens can also come to hang out and be social, as we have lots of board games and gaming consoles. Plus, it's all free!

Dungeons & Dragons

June 22, 2019, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ TECH Lab

Join us for epic adventures and world building mayhem as we strive to tame the wilds of the West Marches! Help build and cultivate a city, explore the wilderness, and defeat terrifying monsters as you learn the ins and outs of 5th edition Dungeons & Dragons. You don't need any previous experience with the game, and you don't have to commit to a weekly session. The West Marches campaign is designed for drop in/drop out play, so swing by the TECH Lab on Saturday and see what adventures are underway!

TECH Lab Open Hours

June 22, 2019, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ TECH Lab

The TECH Lab is the library's digital learning lab that's just for teens. Come to the lab to learn about 3D printing, use our audiobooth to record and mix music, build and program some robots, and much more! Teens can also come to hang out and be social, as we have lots of board games and gaming consoles. Plus, it's all free!

TECH Lab Open Lab

June 22, 2019, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ TECH Lab

The TECH Lab is the library's digital learning lab that's just for teens. Come to the lab to learn about 3D printing, use our audiobooth to record and mix music, build and program some robots, and much more! Teens can also come to hang out and be social, as we have lots of board games and gaming consoles. Plus, it's all free!

Explore STARLab

June 25, 2019, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Community Room

Teens are invited to come to the Community Room and explore the STARlab while the library hosts it! Sit inside an enclosed dome and experience some amazing presentations in a mini planetarium! No sign up required, so stop by and see something amazing.

TECH Lab Open Lab

June 25, 2019, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ TECH Lab

The TECH Lab is the library's digital learning lab that's just for teens. Come to the lab to learn about 3D printing, use our audiobooth to record and mix music, build and program some robots, and much more! Teens can also come to hang out and be social, as we have lots of board games and gaming consoles. Plus, it's all free!

Create Your Own Cartoon Character

June 26, 2019, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ TECH Lab

Learn how to use Photoshop and Illustrator to create your very own cartoon characters. Call 657-8290 to sign up!

TECH Lab Open Lab

June 26, 2019, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ TECH Lab

The TECH Lab is the library's digital learning lab that's just for teens. Come to the lab to learn about 3D printing, use our audiobooth to record and mix music, build and program some robots, and much more! Teens can also come to hang out and be social, as we have lots of board games and gaming consoles. Plus, it's all free!

TECH Lab Open Lab

June 27, 2019, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ TECH Lab

The TECH Lab is the library's digital learning lab that's just for teens. Come to the lab to learn about 3D printing, use our audiobooth to record and mix music, build and program some robots, and much more! Teens can also come to hang out and be social, as we have lots of board games and gaming consoles. Plus, it's all free!

Teen Book Group

June 27, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Teen Study 2

Join the Library's Teen Book Group. We meet once a month on Thursday afternoons. Snacks and drinks are provided. In June, we’re reading Emmy Laybourne’s Monument 14, a post-apocalyptic thriller. Register and reserve your copy of the book by calling 657-8290.

Super Smash Bros. Tournament

June 28, 2019, 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ TECH Lab

Prove you're the ultimate Smash champion! Sign up and spend the afternoon playing various game modes and tournaments. Prizes will be awarded to the winners, so call 657-8290 to sign up today!

TECH Lab Open Lab

June 28, 2019, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ TECH Lab

The TECH Lab is the library's digital learning lab that's just for teens. Come to the lab to learn about 3D printing, use our audiobooth to record and mix music, build and program some robots, and much more! Teens can also come to hang out and be social, as we have lots of board games and gaming consoles. Plus, it's all free!

Dungeons & Dragons

June 29, 2019, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ TECH Lab

Join us for epic adventures and world building mayhem as we strive to tame the wilds of the West Marches! Help build and cultivate a city, explore the wilderness, and defeat terrifying monsters as you learn the ins and outs of 5th edition Dungeons & Dragons. You don't need any previous experience with the game, and you don't have to commit to a weekly session. The West Marches campaign is designed for drop in/drop out play, so swing by the TECH Lab on Saturday and see what adventures are underway!

TECH Lab Open Hours

June 29, 2019, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ TECH Lab

The TECH Lab is the library's digital learning lab that's just for teens. Come to the lab to learn about 3D printing, use our audiobooth to record and mix music, build and program some robots, and much more! Teens can also come to hang out and be social, as we have lots of board games and gaming consoles. Plus, it's all free!

TECH Lab Open Lab

June 29, 2019, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ TECH Lab

The TECH Lab is the library's digital learning lab that's just for teens. Come to the lab to learn about 3D printing, use our audiobooth to record and mix music, build and program some robots, and much more! Teens can also come to hang out and be social, as we have lots of board games and gaming consoles. Plus, it's all free!