From a mini concert series at Yakima Central Library to science demonstrations with OMSI to a visit from the Reptile Lady, we have a variety of exciting activities planned for the community this summer! Kids, teens, adults, and families, join us for some entertaining events during the Summer Reading Program. See the complete list of events outlined below.
Please note: some events require registration. All events are FREE!
Adults 19+ are invited to join us for dance classes at Terrace Heights Civic Center this summer. The lessons are beginner-friendly and will be instructed by talented, local dance professionals. Please dress comfortably.
Line Dancing with Keshia
Terrace Heights Civic Center: Friday June 6 from 6:00-8:00PM
Cumbia with the Yakima Salsa Dance Co.
Terrace Heights Civic Center: Friday, June 20 from 6:00-8:00PM
Salsa with the Yakima Salsa Dance Co.
Terrace Heights Civic Center: Friday, July 18 from 6:00-8:00PM
Join us for a family-friendly comedy juggling show performed by world-record holding juggler, Nick Thomas. All ages are welcome!
Union Gap Library: Tuesday, June 10 @ 10:30AM
Yakima Central Library: Tuesday, June 10 @ 4:00PM
Granger Library: Wednesday, June 11 @ 2:30PM
Calling all engineers and creatives, come build fun projects and creations with cardboard using Makedo construction tools! Makedo is a series of safe cardboard construction tools purposely designed for kids to imagine and build the world they want to see. All ages are welcome! Children under 8 require their caregiver’s help.
Granger Library: Tuesday, June 10 @ 2:45PM
West Valley Library: Thursday, June 26 @ 4:00PM
Join us as we proudly continue our exciting mini concert series, “Sounds of the Valley,” at the Yakima Central Library’s community space! This carefully curated musical showcase will feature local artists, celebrating our region’s talent. Come experience an enchanting series of exceptional live performances spanning a wide variety of musical genres. All ages are welcome!
Michael Cabrera – Acoustic: Folk, Rock & Country
Yakima Central Library: Friday, June 13 @ 6:00PM
Hope Wilson – Piano: Contemporary R&B and Pop
Yakima Central Library: Friday, June 27 @ 6:00PM
Lena Lee & Rob “The Bear” – Acoustic: Classic Rock
Yakima Central Library: Friday, July 11 @ 6:00PM
Brady Lamb – Acoustic: Original Soft Country/Rock
Yakima Central Library: Friday, July 25 @ 6:00PM
Gather your teams of 3-5 participants and compete in a race to see which team can finish their 400-piece puzzle the fastest! Best for ages 7+. Registration is required.
West Valley Library: Saturday, June 14 @ 10:00AM (register at West Valley Library)
West Valley Library: Saturday, June 14 @ 2:00PM (register at West Valley Library)
Selah Library: Saturday, July 12 @ 10:30AM (register at Selah Library)
Let us learn the basics of diamond painting on a miniature scale as you create your tiny piece of art! Other activities include glitter painting and a glitter tattoo station. Best for ages 7+.
Granger Library: Wednesday, June 18 @ 1:00PM
Mabton Library: Wednesday, June 18 @ 3:00PM
Wapato Library: Wednesday, June 25 @ 1:00PM
Toppenish Library: Wednesday, June 25 @ 3:00PM
Naches Library: Tuesday, July 1 @ 1:00PM
Adventure alongside incredible science demonstrations presented by educators from the Oregon Museum of Science & Industry. Join us for three interactive and informative events outlined below!
Cowabunga Chemistry (grades K-5))
Students perform amazing chemical reactions as they measure and mix ingredients and discover substances with strange and surprising properties: polymers. Make two different slimy concoctions for big-time chemistry fun.
Yakima Central Library: Monday, June 23 @ 10:00AM & 11:30AM
Identity (grades 2-8)
What makes you, you? Students use hands-on science to extract their own DNA and real forensic techniques to examine their own unique fingerprints.
Yakima Central Library: Monday, June 23 @ 2:00PM & 3:30PM
Crime Lab (grades 2-5)
As they piece together the evidence of a crime scene, students see firsthand how fingerprints, footprints and fibers can help catch a criminal.
Sunnyside Library: Tuesday, June 24 @ 2:00PM & 4:00PM
Explore the world through virtual reality with a twist of reality. Join us as we travel the globe, visit with animals, play games, and taste our way through every adventure! Registration is required. For ages 19+.
West Valley Library: Wednesday, June 25 @ 2:00PM (register at West Valley Library)
West Valley Library: Wednesday, June 25 @ 5:30PM (register at West Valley Library)
Harrah Library: Wednesday, July 23 @ 2:00PM (register at Harrah Library)
Join us to learn how to weave and create your own personalized bracelet! All materials will be provided. Please arrive on time so you don’t miss out on the demonstration. Best for ages 10+.
Moxee Library: Thursday, June 26 from 12:00-2:30PM
Sunnyside Library: Thursday, June 26 from 4:00-5:30PM
Selah Library: Friday, June 27 from 12:00-2:30PM
Granger Library: Friday, June 27 from 4:00-5:30PM
Mabton Library: Thursday, July 10 from 12:00-2:30PM
Union Gap Library: Thursday, July 10 from 4:00-5:00PM
Teacher-turned-toymaker Rick Hartman transforms an ordinary globe into wondrous playthings from around the world. Toys and tales spring to life in this mesmerizing mixture of storytelling, invention and visual comedy performed by one of the Northwest’s leading educational entertainers. Fun for all ages!
West Valley Library: Monday, July 7 @ 11:00AM
Moxee Library: Monday, July 7 @ 3:00PM
Sunnyside Library: Tuesday, July 8 @ 11:00AM
Granger Library: Tuesday, July 8 @ 3:00PM
Join us for a reading of author Sherri Maret’s “Twelve Days of Summer” followed by a scavenger hunt, craft, and fun identifying animal tracks & scat! Best for ages 4+.
Wapato Library: Wednesday, July 9 @ 11:00AM
Toppenish Library: Wednesday, July 9 @ 2:00PM
Come and check out the arthropod (BUG) exhibit at the library and get to know a cool collection of creepy crawlies. You will learn about exoskeletons, defense mechanisms, and more. Some arthropods can even be held! Best for ages 6+.
Yakima Central Library: Monday, July 14 from 2:00-5:00PM
Union Gap Library: Tuesday, July 15 from 2:00-5:00PM
Moxee Library: Wednesday, July 16 from 2:00-5:00PM
Join us at the library as we learn and meet remarkable reptiles from all over the world! Best for ages 6+.
West Valley Library: Monday, July 21 @ 10:00AM
West Valley Library: Monday, July 21 @ 1:00PM
Selah Library: Monday, July 21 @ 3:00PM
Yakima Central Library: Tuesday, July 22 @ 11:00AM
Union Gap Library: Tuesday, July 22 @ 1:00PM
Sunnyside Library: Tuesday, July 22 @ 4:00PM