MONDAY
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SEPTEMBER
Great Falls Library
79 upcoming events for kids and families at Great Falls Library, straight from the calendar we read every week.
Library · Great Falls · Updated September 16, 2026
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Join others and play this fun, fast-paced game. Adults.
Informal conversation for advanced French speakers. Adults.
Celebrate a day off school with a Super Mario Galaxy Movie craft & movie, rated PG! Light refreshments provided. Suggested ages 7 and up. Registration encouraged, not required. Cosponsored by the Friends of the Great Falls Library.
Discover a new author and join a lively discussion group! Books are selected each month by the group members. This month's title is the Oregon Trail by Rinker Buck. Copies available at the library's circulation desk. Adults.
TUESDAY
22
SEPTEMBER
10:15 - 10:45 am Early Bird Storytime 10:45 - 11:15 am Play Time (for both groups) 11:15 - 11:45 am Late Worm Storytime Bond with your baby through songs, movement, and storytelling! Baby Lapsit Storytime is designed for the youngest learners - bounce along to fun songs, stories, and fingerplays all while building an e…
10:15 - 10:45 am Early Bird Storytime 10:45 - 11:15 am Play Time (for both groups) 11:15 - 11:45 am Late Worm Storytime Bond with your baby through songs, movement, and storytelling! Baby Lapsit Storytime is designed for the youngest learners - bounce along to fun songs, stories, and fingerplays all while building an e…
Parlez-vous français? Join us for French conversation in an informal, friendly setting. New members who are conversational in French are always welcome. Adults.
Join us for chess at the Great Falls Library. Participants of all skill levels are welcome. For adults. Registration required.
Read to Jackson the therapy dog! Bring your own book or choose one from the library. Ages 4-12.
Learn to create delicious, edible fruit bouquets that are sure to make a unique gift or stunning centerpiece. Participants will enjoy a demonstration on decorative fruit carving and then create their own fruit bouquet to take home. Available fruits will include cantaloupe, honeydew melon, grapes, blueberries, apples, a…
WEDNESDAY
23
SEPTEMBER
A library tech volunteer will be available every Wednesday from 1:00-3:00 PM to help with your tech issues. Limit 30 minutes per person when others are waiting. Please bring your device and passwords if possible. Adults.
Learn to play American Mah Jongg. This is a two part workshop. Participants MUST ATTEND both classes on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 and Wednesday, September 23, 2026 from 1-3:30pm. 10am - 12:30 pm, Monday, September 28, 2026 - Volunteer guided Mah Jongg. Registration Required. Adults.
THURSDAY
24
SEPTEMBER
Enjoy stories, songs and rhymes for the first 30 minutes and then socialize for the last 30 minutes. Ages 18 months - 3 years old with adult. Registration encouraged, but not required. Cosponsored by the Friends of the Great Falls Library!
Practice speaking English in a small group led by library volunteers. Receive assistance with meeting your English learning goals and discover library resources to help you improve. Participants of all levels of fluency (beginning, intermediate, advanced) are welcome. Registration required. 6 seats available. Adults
FRIDAY
25
SEPTEMBER
Enjoy free-play and socializing in a casual setting. Light refreshments provided. Ages 0 - 6 with adult. Registration encouraged, but not required. Cospon sored by the Friends of the Great Falls Library!
Sitting in chairs, students learn how to find stability, alignment and integrity for stretches & safe movement for the entire body. Sessions taught by a certified yoga instructor. Adults. This program is made possible by the Friends of Great Falls Library.
SATURDAY
26
SEPTEMBER
Participate in a fairy tale mock trial with a witness and judge. Practice debate and public speaking. Presented by Elevate Voices, a nonprofit led by experienced high school debaters. Ages 9-14. Registration encouraged, not required. Registrants will receive a reminder email.
MONDAY
28
SEPTEMBER
Join others and play this fun, fast-paced game. Adults.
Informal conversation for advanced French speakers. Adults.
TUESDAY
29
SEPTEMBER
10:15 - 10:45 am Early Bird Storytime 10:45 - 11:15 am Play Time (for both groups) 11:15 - 11:45 am Late Worm Storytime Bond with your baby through songs, movement, and storytelling! Baby Lapsit Storytime is designed for the youngest learners - bounce along to fun songs, stories, and fingerplays all while building an e…
10:15 - 10:45 am Early Bird Storytime 10:45 - 11:15 am Play Time (for both groups) 11:15 - 11:45 am Late Worm Storytime Bond with your baby through songs, movement, and storytelling! Baby Lapsit Storytime is designed for the youngest learners - bounce along to fun songs, stories, and fingerplays all while building an e…
Parlez-vous français? Join us for French conversation in an informal, friendly setting. New members who are conversational in French are always welcome. Adults.
Read to Jackson the therapy dog! Bring your own book or choose one from the library. Ages 4-12.
Join us for chess at the Great Falls Library. Participants of all skill levels are welcome. For adults. Registration required.
WEDNESDAY
30
SEPTEMBER
This is a fully immersive reading experience for 12 - 18 years old . Borrow the book, Bright Red Fruit by Safia Elhillo. We provide: themed gifts for you to keep recipe read-alikes Register to pick up your book pouch at Great Falls Library. You have one week to pick it up. Copies of the book will be available, so no ne…
A library tech volunteer will be available every Wednesday from 1:00-3:00 PM to help with your tech issues. Limit 30 minutes per person when others are waiting. Please bring your device and passwords if possible. Adults.
THURSDAY
1
OCTOBER
Practice speaking English in a small group led by library volunteers. Receive assistance with meeting your English learning goals and discover library resources to help you improve. Participants of all levels of fluency (beginning, intermediate, advanced) are welcome. Registration required. 6 seats available. Adults
FRIDAY
2
OCTOBER
Enjoy free-play and socializing in a casual setting. Light refreshments provided. Ages 0 - 6 with adult. Registration encouraged, but not required. Cospon sored by the Friends of the Great Falls Library!
Sitting in chairs, students learn how to find stability, alignment and integrity for stretches & safe movement for the entire body. Sessions taught by a certified yoga instructor. Adults. This program is made possible by the Friends of Great Falls Library.
SATURDAY
3
OCTOBER
Join us for an informative seminar led by an experienced financial advisor. This session will cover practical strategies to help families prepare for future education costs, including an overview of savings vehicles such as 529 plans, budgeting tips, and ways to make college more affordable. Attendees will leave with a…
Are you an aspiring author? Meet a local author! Learn how to get a creative writing project started in an encouraging environment. Ages 8 - 12 years old. Registration encouraged, not required.
MONDAY
5
OCTOBER
Join others and play this fun, fast-paced game. Adults.
Informal conversation for advanced French speakers. Adults.
TUESDAY
6
OCTOBER
New times! 10:15 - 10:45 am Early Bird Storytime 10:45 - 11:15 am Play Time (for both groups) 11:15 - 11:45 am Late Worm Storytime Bond with your baby through songs, movement, and storytelling! Baby Lapsit Storytime is designed for the youngest learners - bounce along to fun songs, stories, and fingerplays all while bu…
10:15 - 10:45 am Early Bird Storytime 10:45 - 11:15 am Play Time (for both groups) 11:15 - 11:45 am Late Worm Storytime Bond with your baby through songs, movement, and storytelling! Baby Lapsit Storytime is designed for the youngest learners - bounce along to fun songs, stories, and fingerplays all while building an e…
Parlez-vous français? Join us for French conversation in an informal, friendly setting. New members who are conversational in French are always welcome. Adults.
Read to Jackson the therapy dog! Bring your own book or choose one from the library. Ages 4-12.
Regular programs
- Play Mah Jongg
- Advanced French Conversation Group
- Spanish Chat
- Early Bird Baby Lapsit Storytime
- Late Worm Baby Lapsit Storytime
- French Conversation Group
- Great Falls Chess Club (For Adults)
- Read to Jackson
- Walk-In Tech Clinic
- Great Falls English Conversation (In Person)
- Playdate Cafe (ages 0-6)
- Chair Yoga for Adults
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