Upcoming Events

Filters
Age Group

Color Our World: 2025 Summer Reading Program

All Day 6/23–8/16
All Ages
Summer Reading Program
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Click here to visit our Beanstack website!

Play Mahjong

12:30pm–2:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Mahjong Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Whether you're a beginner or a maven, join us for fun and refreshments! (Drop-in program)

3D Printer Training

5:00pm–5:45pm
School-Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
3D Printer
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: 3D Printer Area
Age Group: School-Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: 3D Printer
Registration Required

Sign up to be trained on how our 3D printer works. You must be 10 years of age and go through a training session before you will be allowed to sign up for printing time.

Click here to read more about the 3D Printer: https://spartalibrary.com/using-the-library/#tab-3d-printer

Disclaimer(s)

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

Tween/Teen Cuisine

5:30pm–6:30pm
Tweens, Teens
Entertainment, Summer Reading Program, Workshop
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Kitchen (Lower Level)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Entertainment, Summer Reading Program, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all tweens and teens! Join us for an evening of cooking. Be ready to cook and explore new foods! This summer we are eating the rainbow.

Disclaimer(s)

Food and Drink

Please be aware that we use food in some of our programs, both as snacks and as craft supplies. Actual ingredients will be provided, but we are not able to guarantee that any food item will be completely free of food allergens. By registering for this program, you hereby acknowledge that you are aware that Sparta Public Library cannot guarantee a completely allergen free atmosphere in this program and have chosen to allow your child(ren) to participate fully or partially despite this.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

No Show

If you are unable to attend a program, you must cancel your registration. If you do not attend, you are a considered to be a "no show." After your 3rd no show, you will not be able to register for programs for 4 (four) weeks.

Stitch Witches

5:45pm–7:45pm
Adults
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Stitch Witches is a group for all needle crafters.  Bring your works-in-progress and join others for ideas, questions, help with your project or just the joy of needling together!

All levels are welcome. 

3D Printer Usage

6:00pm–8:00pm
School-Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
3D Printer
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: 3D Printer Area
Age Group: School-Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: 3D Printer
Registration Required

After having gone through a 3D Printer training session, you can book time with the 3D Printer.

Printing costs: Sparta cardholders - $2 per hour; non-cardholders - $4 per hour

Click here to read more about the 3D Printer: https://spartalibrary.com/using-the-library/#tab-3d-printer

Disclaimer(s)

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

Read and Play

10:00am–10:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age Children
Storytime, Summer Reading Program
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Storytime Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age Children
Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Join Mrs. C in the storytime room for a short storytime followed by an optional "free play" where we will have some toys and manipulatives for your child to play with. For ages 1-6. No registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

Let's Play Chess

10:00am–12:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: 3D Printer Area
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Join Coach Tom Murray in a fun and educational session of chess! Learn the game or improve yours! No registration required; just drop in!

Scrabble

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Cancelled
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Novice or master, you're invited to join us for fun and refreshments! We have a board waiting for you! (Drop-in program)

Art in the Evening: Photo Pop Art

6:30pm–7:15pm
School-Age Children, Tweens
Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Program
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Mahjong Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: School-Age Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

in Mrs. C for Art in the Evening! Each week, we will be creating a different type of art form. This week we will be making Pop Art using a 3 step process!

Disclaimer(s)

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

No Show

If you are unable to attend a program, you must cancel your registration. If you do not attend, you are a considered to be a "no show." After your 3rd no show, you will not be able to register for programs for 4 (four) weeks.

Meditation & QiGong

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Health & Wellness
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Storytime Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

QIGONG is an ancient Chinese healing art involving meditation, controlled breathing, and movement exercises.
 

Sourdough Made Simple for TEENS!

5:30pm–7:30pm
Teens
Summer Reading Program, Workshop
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Kitchen (Lower Level)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading Program, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Curious about sourdough but feeling overwhelmed by all the jargon, steps, and starter talk?

Disclaimer(s)

Food and Drink

Please be aware that we use food in some of our programs, both as snacks and as craft supplies. Actual ingredients will be provided, but we are not able to guarantee that any food item will be completely free of food allergens. By registering for this program, you hereby acknowledge that you are aware that Sparta Public Library cannot guarantee a completely allergen free atmosphere in this program and have chosen to allow your child(ren) to participate fully or partially despite this.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

No Show

If you are unable to attend a program, you must cancel your registration. If you do not attend, you are a considered to be a "no show." After your 3rd no show, you will not be able to register for programs for 4 (four) weeks.

Programs & Sparta Cardholders

Due to the popularity of certain programs held at Sparta Library, Sparta cardholders will have first option for registration. If the program has not filled a week prior to the date of presentation, the event will be opened to non-Sparta cardholders. 

3D Printer Training

10:00am–10:45am
School-Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
3D Printer
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: 3D Printer Area
Age Group: School-Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: 3D Printer
Registration Required

Sign up to be trained on how our 3D printer works. You must be 10 years of age and go through a training session before you will be allowed to sign up for printing time.

Click here to read more about the 3D Printer: https://spartalibrary.com/using-the-library/#tab-3d-printer

Disclaimer(s)

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

Saturdays at the Library: Art Cart

10:00am–12:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age Children, Tweens
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Youth Services Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for Saturdays at the Library! Drop in to the Youth Services Room between 11 am - 1 pm to make self guided crafts using our Art Cart! This program is intended for age 2 and above.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

3D Printer Usage

11:00am–1:00pm
School-Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
3D Printer
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: 3D Printer Area
Age Group: School-Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: 3D Printer
Registration Required

After having gone through a 3D Printer training session, you can book time with the 3D Printer.

Printing costs: Sparta cardholders - $2 per hour; non-cardholders - $4 per hour

Click here to read more about the 3D Printer: https://spartalibrary.com/using-the-library/#tab-3d-printer

Disclaimer(s)

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

Library closed

All Day
Library closed
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Program Type: Library closed
Event Details:

The Library will be closed on Sundays in the summer through Labor Day weekend.

Summer Storybook Crafts

10:00am–10:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Arts & Crafts, Storytime, Summer Reading Program
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Storytime Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Mrs. C for a story followed by a book inspired craft! For ages 2-5, siblings (up to age 8) are able to join in on the fun. Registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

No Show

If you are unable to attend a program, you must cancel your registration. If you do not attend, you are a considered to be a "no show." After your 3rd no show, you will not be able to register for programs for 4 (four) weeks.

Intermediate French Class with Isabelle

12:00pm–1:30pm
Adults
Hybrid, Zoom Program
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Mahjong Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Hybrid, Zoom Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Local resident and native French speaker Isabelle Pineau will be at Sparta Library every Monday at 12:00 pm to have a chat with you!  

This class is for people who want to improve their ability to interact in French. 

Beginner French Class with Isabelle

1:30pm–2:15pm
Adults
Hybrid, Zoom Program
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Mahjong Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Hybrid, Zoom Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Local resident and native French speaker Isabelle Pineau will be at Sparta Library every Monday at 1:30pm to have a chat with you!  

3D Printer Usage

6:00pm–8:00pm
School-Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
3D Printer
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: 3D Printer Area
Age Group: School-Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: 3D Printer
Registration Required

After having gone through a 3D Printer training session, you can book time with the 3D Printer.

Printing costs: Sparta cardholders - $2 per hour; non-cardholders - $4 per hour

Click here to read more about the 3D Printer: https://spartalibrary.com/using-the-library/#tab-3d-printer

Disclaimer(s)

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

Teen Book to Movie Meetup-Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson

6:00pm–8:30pm
Teens
Book Club
Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Storytime Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

The book will be available for you to check out and read on your own time (and counts for reading minutes) prior to the meeting. We will meet for a short discussion about the book followed by the movie with snacks and drinks. 

Disclaimer(s)

Food and Drink

Please be aware that we use food in some of our programs, both as snacks and as craft supplies. Actual ingredients will be provided, but we are not able to guarantee that any food item will be completely free of food allergens. By registering for this program, you hereby acknowledge that you are aware that Sparta Public Library cannot guarantee a completely allergen free atmosphere in this program and have chosen to allow your child(ren) to participate fully or partially despite this.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

No Show

If you are unable to attend a program, you must cancel your registration. If you do not attend, you are a considered to be a "no show." After your 3rd no show, you will not be able to register for programs for 4 (four) weeks.

Take Home Tuesday

9:00am–7:30pm
Preschool, School-Age Children
Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Program
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Age Group: Preschool, School-Age Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Pick up your kit on Tuesdays and use the instructions to assemble the pieces!

Note: All craft kits must be picked up by Saturday at 1 p.m. of the corresponding week. A valid library card is required for this program.

Disclaimer(s)

No Show

If you are unable to attend a program, you must cancel your registration. If you do not attend, you are a considered to be a "no show." After your 3rd no show, you will not be able to register for programs for 4 (four) weeks.

Advanced Intermediate French Class with Isabelle

9:30am–10:30am
Adults
Hybrid, Zoom Program
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Mahjong Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Hybrid, Zoom Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Local resident and native French speaker Isabelle Pineau will be at Sparta Library every Tuesday at 9:30 am to have a chat with you!  

Crafternoon: DIY Scratch Art

2:00pm–3:00pm
School-Age Children
Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Program
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Storytime Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: School-Age Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of crafting!

For kids entering kindergarten - 3rd grade. Registration is required. Parents must remain with and help their child with the craft.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

No Show

If you are unable to attend a program, you must cancel your registration. If you do not attend, you are a considered to be a "no show." After your 3rd no show, you will not be able to register for programs for 4 (four) weeks.