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Want to expand your portrait drawing abilities? Join Silver Kite Community Arts in a free online workshop to learn step-by-step instructions and view demonstrations in this hands-on workshop. We'll focus on approach, facial proportions and provide others handy tips! Everyone is welcome! Friday, 2/19 at 1:30pm PDT. Registration required. Password: SPL2020. https://post.spl.org/3aWTeFN

Are you craving a sense of writing community? Join Seattle Writes and @HugoHouse for an online guided writing practice led by Alma García on Tuesday. 2/16 from 6-7:30pm PT. Class size is limited and free registration is required. http://post.spl.org/SeattleWrites

Join Age Friendly Seattle's Virtual Civic Coffee Hour for a discussion with Mariko Lockhart from the Seattle Office of Civil Rights. Coffee Hours bring older people closer to local government officials to explore topics of interest. Community elders learn about issues, programs, and services, and officials hear from the community. Join us Thursday, Feb. 18, at 10:30am. http://post.spl.org/3aP7twb @SEACivil_Rights @AgeFriendlySeattle @AgingKingCounty

Warm up your winter, when you get moving in this free online dance workshop from SilverKite Virtual Arts: "Dances That Light Up The Darkness". Learn dances inspired by winter traditions from around the world that feature lights! All ages welcome. Monday, 12/14 at 1:30pm PST. Registration required. https://post.spl.org/36LG3GP

Want to get interactive this holiday? Then join SilverKite Virtual Arts online for "Music and Memories: Holiday Movies"! In this free session designed and facilitated for individuals with memory loss, share your favorite holiday movies, music and memories. All ages welcome. Friday, 12/11 at 10:30 am PST. Registration required. https://post.spl.org/3mEvZVJ

Now that it’s fall, let’s keep exploring & reading! You can download a Fall Teen Library Challenge card & play just for fun, or enter your completed card for the chance to win a $30 gift card to a local bookstore. Get more info & download your card here: www.spl.org/TeenLibraryChallenge

2020 has been a rough year. Here is a list of books and resources that can be accessed online to help young kids and families deal with worry, stress, and isolation. https://post.spl.org/3ekGCJI

Miss attending author events in person? Explore Author Programs to find upcoming virtual events, as well as videos and podcasts of past events for you to enjoy from home! www.spl.org/Authors

This is a two-part recreational opportunity for teens and young adults (14-24) with intellectual and developmental disabilities. More details about each program can be found on the registration page. Click here for more information or to register. https://post.spl.org/34SHXVk

Need for an uplifting read? Check out these staff picks for funny, heartwarming, and life-affirming stories. You some eBook and eAudiobooks to try that will deliver some feel-good vibes. Annotations from Kirkus Reviews, unless otherwise noted. https://post.spl.org/2GtiHLS

Watch one of our Children's Librarians tomorrow at 10:00am on our Kid's YouTube channel for Children's Story Time.This video will stay up through December. https://post.spl.org/3dDNGPG

Don't miss an engaging book panel discussion on Setsuko’s Secret: Heart Mountain and the Legacy of the Japanese American Incarceration. Sunday 11/22 @ 4pm. Registration required. Register here: https://post.spl.org/3mQnTsH @DenshoProject @HeartMountainWY @SeattleJACL @SetsukosSecret @eileenlaphere @elliottbaybookcompany @seattlecityofliterature @supportspl

Did you miss one of our free online Silver Kite Community Art Events? Not to worry, you can access the recorded workshops 24 hours after the live program concludes. These arts workshops were created for adults ages 50+ but are suitable for all ages. Topics include dance, mindfulness, visual arts, storytelling and more! To register and view the schedule visit www.silverkite.us/spl Use the login SPL2020 (case sensitive). #SilverKite #NextChapter

Election Day! Deposit your ballot in an official drop box by 8 pm or register in person and vote at a vote center. https://www.kingcounty.gov//returning-my/vote-centers.aspx @kcelections, #hit90, #kcvotes

All services will be suspended at 5 branches on Tuesday, Nov. 3 to reduce crowds at ballot drop box locations. No service on Election Day at: Ballard, Beacon Hill, Broadview, High Point, Lake City. Find branches with service at http://www.spl.org/Curbside

With the time change bringing darkness earlier, election stress, and the ongoing pandemic, it's easy to be overwhelmed. One of our librarians shares book suggestions to help you fortify yourself and find a personal path forward in this Toolkit for Tough Times. https://post.spl.org/34VnVJT

We are adding more branches for curbside pickup service! Starting Weds. 11/4 you can opt to pick up holds at 11 branches, including Southwest and Beacon Hill. Find hours and more info at www.spl.org/Curbside