Tyler Public Library November Activities

Youth Programs

Discovery Time Playgroup | Nov. 4-8 from 10:30 am. to 11:30 a.m. | Auditorium

For babies and preschoolers: Join us for playtime and activities, meet other families and ask questions about early childhood development from experts in our community at this come-and-go program! Special activities during the week include sensory play, making DIY toys, painting, and making DIY Play-Doh. On Friday, Nov. 8, all families will receive a book to keep, provided by the Friends of the Tyler Public Library.

Music Makers | Mondays at 10:30 a.m. | Auditorium

For babies to preschoolers: Get ready to sing, make music, dance, and have fun. There will be no Music Makers on Nov. 25.

Storytime | Auditorium

For babies to preschoolers: Listen to stories read aloud, sing songs and enjoy playtime, sensory play and crafts. There will be no storytimes on Nov. 5-7 and Nov. 26-28.

• Baby Storytime: Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.

  Toddler Storytime: Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.

  Preschool Storytime: Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.

Fairy Tale Theatre | Nov. 21 at 8:45 a.m. | Auditorium

For preschool to grade 3: Tyler Junior College students will visit to present fairy tale plays. Library staff will lead a related craft following the plays. Light breakfast snacks are provided. RSVP to let us know you are attending at TylerLibrary.com.

Art 4 Fun Program | Nov. 21 from 5-6:30 p.m. | Makerspace

For grades 3 and up: Sign up at TylerLibrary.com to attend and make 3-D cube art. This illustrated 3-D cube is a visual reminder of the six foundational elements of art. Registration is required.

Homeschool Libratory | Nov. 12 at 2 p.m. | Makerspace

For kids ages 5-12: Join us to learn about planes and math with Tyler Pounds Regional Airport Director Steve Thompson.

Dungeons and Dragons Club | First and Third Tuesday at 5 p.m. | Auditorium

For grades 8-12: Tweens and teens can sign up at TylerLibrary.com to join the quest.

Adult Programs

Cozy Little Book Club | First Friday of Each Month, Starting Nov. 1 | Makerspace

A new book club started on Nov. 1! The club's first book to discuss is Murder is Binding by Lorna Barnett.

Try It Tuesdays | Nov. 19 at 5:30 p.m. | Auditorium

Adults can try out new skills and hobbies! On Nov. 19, learn tips and tricks for sketching.

Stitchcraft Society | First and Third Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. | Makerspace

Come with your needlework supplies and stitch while meeting fellow Library enthusiasts! An optional portion will be to read a cozy mystery each month and share your thoughts. Please note that the Library cannot store supplies or projects from this program. Patrons will have to bring and take home their supplies.

Club Read | Last Tuesday of Each Month at 10:30 a.m. | Makerspace

November's discussion will be on The Museum of Failures by Thrity N. Umrigar.

East Texas Genealogical Society | Second Saturday at 2 p.m. | Auditorium

Check out the East Texas Genealogical Society for all who love history and genealogy.

Open Door Writing Group | Wednesdays at 1 p.m. | Makerspace

Are you a writer? The best way to hone your craft is to work with fellow scribes, and the best place to do that is at your local library. Join our Open Door Writing Group as they share their work, discuss the writing process, and offer advice.