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Kids! Join us from January 2, 2024 to December 14, 2024 for our next round of this popular, year-long reading challenge! Extreme Book Nerd for Kids is a year-long reading challenge for independent readers, grades 1-6. Kids read 25 books aligned with specific reading categories to earn an exclusive Extreme Book Nerd for Kids prize.
Kids who aren’t quite ready to read 100 page books can do the challenge their way!
To see the reading categories for our adult and teen challenges, visit our Extreme Book Nerd page.
Find out more details coming on the Extreme Book Nerd page.
For more information about this program and others that are hosted by the Idaho Falls Public Library, send us a message or call 208-612-8460.
Join us for our next round of this popular, year-long reading challenge on January 4th! Teens read 25 books in specific categories; Adults read 50. Participants will have the option to sign up for Book Nerd Your Way, a challenge that doesn’t specify any reading categories. Those who finish the challenge will win an exclusive prize!
Be sure to record your titles in Beanstack before December 21, 2024.
Find out more details coming on the Extreme Book Nerd page.
For more information about this program and others that are hosted by the Idaho Falls Public Library, send us a message or call 208-612-8460.
Ready to dive into the world of technology? “Technology for Teens” is your ticket to exploring the most exciting tech subjects!
Join us for a dynamic 6-week long workshop series that’s all about unveiling the wonders of modern technology. Each session is a journey into some of tech’s most thrilling advancements!
Class Schedule
- When: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM and Saturdays from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Where: Idaho Falls Public Library – 2nd Floor Makerspace
- For: Ages 12-18
- Current Series: Tuesday, October 15th through Saturday, November 23rd
Registration
This series of classes will run on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM and Saturdays from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM on the second floor of the Idaho Falls Public Library.
Registration for the October 15th – November 23rd session is closed.
Sign up to attend just one of the daily session to be held Tuesday, December 3rd and ending, Saturday, January 11th. Then attend each week on that day until the end of the course.
Each daily session is limited to 9 students and is open to teen library patrons, ages 12-18. Classes are free, but an active library card is required. The library will provide equipment during class instruction.
Don’t wait to sign up! Spots fill up very quickly.
For more information, check out the Technology for Teens page, send us a message, or call 208-612-8460.
All ages are welcome to join the Idaho Falls Public Library’s self-directed Brickfast Club.
Come every Friday for an amazing day of imagination and construction at your local Library Makerspace. Pack up your creativity and let’s construct some magic. Each month holds a different challenge.
November: Mythical Beasts and Legends
Bring myths and legends to life by creating dragons, unicorns, and other mythical creatures. Construct legendary landscapes like enchanted forests, ancient temples, and mystical mountains. Let your Lego creations tell legendary tales.
- Meet and collaborate with fellow LEGO enthusiasts in your community.
- Explore the endless possibilities of LEGO bricks and take part in engaging, hands-on learning.
- Ignite your imagination with our fun monthly challenges that will keep you coming back.
LEGO Day at your Library Makerspace is the perfect place to be inspired, learn, and create while having a fantastic time.
Let’s make something incredible, brick by brick. See you there!
For more information, send us a message or call 208-612-8460.
Join the Chess Club Wednesdays, from 7pm-9pm, and Saturdays from 11am-2pm on the 2nd floor of the Idaho Falls Public Library.
All families are invited to join the Idaho Falls Public Library Family STEM Adventures!
Here are our scheduled themes for November 2024:
- Saturday, November 9—Potato Power!: Make a Spud-Battery
- Saturday, November 23—Out of this World: Constellations!
Come curious, leave amazed!
For more information about this and our other programs, send us a message or call 208-612-8460.
The Idaho Falls Public Library will be closed for Veterans Day on November 11th, 2024. The library will be open regular hours before and after. View all scheduled closures.
Wednesdays at 4:30pm in the 2nd Floor Program Room, come join the new teen D&D program at the Idaho Falls Public Library!
Each month, a new mini-campaign will start, so teens can jump in at any time to learn the fundamentals of D&D. Stay tuned for a lot of fun, quirky concepts!
Lybrary Wyrms starts July 10th and will continue all year-round.
Please register using the Lybrary Wyrms Google Form.
For more information, send us a message online or call 208-612-8460.