Do you know how to play chess? Players of all ages and experience ranges are invited to join! Learn the basics and then challenge yourself by playing with someone new.

For kids in grades K-5 and their families! April 2019 Theme: Art April 1: Wiggly Worms w/ FENCE (rescheduled from March) Learn about the wiggly creatures that live in the dirt beneath our feet. April 8: Frida Kahlo Decorate alebrijes (sculptures) with influences from Mexican Folk art. April 15: Wassily Kandinsky Paint kindness rocks in [...]

For kids in grades K-5 and their families! April 2019 Theme: Art April 2: Banded Blocks Create a work of art using a block of wood, nails, and colorful rubber bands! Please bring your own hammer. Children will need adult assistance for this activity. April 9: Perler Bead Magnets Arrange colorful beads on pegboards to [...]

Children ages 3-5 will enjoy stories, songs, and a special craft or activity! There will also be a dance party with Polk County Parks & Rec after Rising Readers on the 4th Tuesday of the month.

Children ages 0-5 will enjoy stories, songs, and a special craft or activity! There will also be a dance party with Polk County Parks & Rec after storytime on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. (Note: The dance party will be on the 3rd Wednesday in March 2019.)

New releases and free popcorn! May 1: Glass (rated PG-13) Starring James McAvoy, Bruce Willis, and Samuel L. Jackson: Director M. Night Shyamalan brings together the narratives of two of his standout originals—Unbreakable and Split—in one explosive, all-new thriller. May 8: Miss Bala (rated PG-13) Starring Gina Rodriguez: Young Gloria seeks help from the police when cartel hit men kidnap her [...]