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Star Party

In Partnership with Salt Lake Astronomical Society
2025-05-02 20:00:00 2025-05-02 22:00:00 America/Denver Star Party Come and enjoy views of the moon, planets, stars, nebulae and galaxies through some of Utah's largest telescopes. Taylorsville -

Friday, May 02
8:00pm - 10:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-05-02 20:00:00 2025-05-02 22:00:00 America/Denver Star Party Come and enjoy views of the moon, planets, stars, nebulae and galaxies through some of Utah's largest telescopes. Taylorsville -

Come and enjoy views of the moon, planets, stars, nebulae and galaxies through some of Utah's largest telescopes.

This is an after-hours event and will be held outside - the library will be closed.

The Star Party will begin at dusk (approximately 8:00 pm) and run until 10:00 pm.

Star parties are weather permitting.

AGE GROUP: | General Audience |

EVENT TYPE: | STEM | Drop-In Activity | Community |

TAGS: | telescope | stargazing | star party | SLAS | eko | astronomy | #STEM |

Taylorsville
Phone: 801-943-4636
Branch manager
Christina Walsh
Hours
Mon, Mar 10 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Mar 11 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Mar 12 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Mar 13 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Mar 14 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Mar 15 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Mar 16 Closed
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Upcoming events

Express Scavenger Hunt - Helmets
Mon, Mar 10, All day
Look for the helmets hiding in the library. When you find them, return to the Info Desk for a small prize. They move to a different spot each week.
Senior Book Club at the Taylorsville Senior Center
Mon, Mar 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for a lively discussion of a variety of fiction and nonfiction books. Newcomers welcome! The book club will be led by a librarian from the Taylorsville Library.
Homeschool "Who Was" Book Club
Mon, Mar 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Learn about people and places with books from the 'Who Was' series. We will talk about the book, learn cool facts and do other fun activities. March: Who Was Harry Houdini?
Music and Movement
Tue, Mar 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Can you "head, shoulders, knees and toes" with the best? Music, movement and fun for little ones and their grown-ups.
Storytime: Preschool
Wed, Mar 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Interactive early learning storytime for preschoolers and their caring adult(s) with talking, singing, reading, writing and play.
Walking Book Club
Thu, Mar 13, 10:00am - 11:15am
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Walking Book Club is for readers interested in a weekly walk session and book discussion.
Prevenga el T2 - El Programa Nacional de Prevención de la Diabetes
Thu, Mar 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
El Programa Nacional de Prevención de la Diabetes es un programa de cambio de estilo de vida basado en evidencia. Esta serie se imparte en español.Register
Magic With Christopher Fair
Fri, Mar 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Join us for magical fun with popular magician, Christopher Fair.
Teen After Hours - Laser Tag
Fri, Mar 14, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Teens. Join us for laser tag and snacks. Laser tag will be inside. Registration begins Tuesday, February 18.
I Spy Shamrocks
Mon, Mar 17, All day
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with an I Spy challenge. Return to the Info Desk for a small prize. 3/17 - 3/22
Express Scavenger Hunt - Helmets
Mon, Mar 17, All day
Look for the helmets hiding in the library. When you find them, return to the Info Desk for a small prize. They move to a different spot each week.
Music and Movement
Tue, Mar 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Can you "head, shoulders, knees and toes" with the best? Music, movement and fun for little ones and their grown-ups.
Senior Health Class - Memory Matters
Tue, Mar 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
An interactive class highlighting normal age-related memory changes. Learn practical tips for improving memory and focus at any age.
Storytime: Preschool
Wed, Mar 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Interactive early learning storytime for preschoolers and their caring adult(s) with talking, singing, reading, writing and play.
Walking Book Club
Thu, Mar 20, 10:00am - 11:15am
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Walking Book Club is for readers interested in a weekly walk session and book discussion.
Cookies & Craft - Relief Printmaking
Thu, Mar 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Join local printmaker Taelor Worthington for an introductory relief printing workshop. Registration required.
Toddler Playtime
Fri, Mar 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Open playtime and social interaction for toddlers and their caring adult(s). Toys, tunnels and more!
Express Scavenger Hunt - Helmets
Mon, Mar 24, All day
Look for the helmets hiding in the library. When you find them, return to the Info Desk for a small prize. They move to a different spot each week.
Music and Movement
Tue, Mar 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Can you "head, shoulders, knees and toes" with the best? Music, movement and fun for little ones and their grown-ups.
Storytime: Preschool
Wed, Mar 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Interactive early learning storytime for preschoolers and their caring adult(s) with talking, singing, reading, writing and play.
Walking Book Club
Thu, Mar 27, 10:00am - 11:15am
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Walking Book Club is for readers interested in a weekly walk session and book discussion.
Prevenga el T2 - El Programa Nacional de Prevención de la Diabetes
Thu, Mar 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
El Programa Nacional de Prevención de la Diabetes es un programa de cambio de estilo de vida basado en evidencia. Esta serie se imparte en español.Register
Toddler Playtime
Fri, Mar 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Open playtime and social interaction for toddlers and their caring adult(s). Toys, tunnels and more!
Discovery Friday - Magical Creatures
Fri, Mar 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Enter the world of magical creatures with games, crafts, and fun. Each month we'll have a unique combination of STEAM activities, crafts, games, movement, and more!
Express Scavenger Hunt - Chickens
Mon, Mar 31, All day
Look for the chickens hiding in the library. When you find them, return to the Info Desk for a small prize. They move to a different spot each week.
Mosaic Art Activity
Mon, Mar 31, All day
Add a sticker to the mosaic each time you visit the library. Help us reveal the mystery image.
Poetry Month - Blackout Poetry
Tue, Apr 01, All day
Drop-in between April 1-12 to create your own blackout poem! Supplies available at the Information Desk.
Music and Movement
Tue, Apr 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Can you "head, shoulders, knees and toes" with the best? Music, movement and fun for little ones and their grown-ups.
Storytime: Preschool
Wed, Apr 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Interactive early learning storytime for preschoolers and their caring adult(s) with talking, singing, reading, writing and play.
Prevenga el T2 - El Programa Nacional de Prevención de la Diabetes
Thu, Apr 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
El Programa Nacional de Prevención de la Diabetes es un programa de cambio de estilo de vida basado en evidencia. Esta serie se imparte en español.Register
Teen Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt
Thu, Apr 03, 9:15pm - 9:45pm
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Teens join us for our egg hunt. Please dress for the weather, bring your flashlight, and a bag. Our hunt will include eggs with candy and other prizes on the grass. Registration begins Wed. March 5.
Toddler Playtime
Fri, Apr 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Open playtime and social interaction for toddlers and their caring adult(s). Toys, tunnels and more!
Poetry Month - Poetry Interactive Adventure
Mon, Apr 07, All day
Immerse yourself in poetry. Interact with poems through touch, sound, and play. Drop-in at the Taylorsville Branch anytime April 7-12.
Poetry Month - Blackout Poetry
Mon, Apr 07, All day
Drop-in between April 1-12 to create your own blackout poem! Supplies available at the Information Desk.
Express Scavenger Hunt - Chickens
Mon, Apr 07, All day
Look for the chickens hiding in the library. When you find them, return to the Info Desk for a small prize. They move to a different spot each week.
Ready Race Party
Mon, Apr 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Drop in at the library to make cars out of LEGO's and race them on the race track.
Poetry Month - Poetry Interactive Adventure
Tue, Apr 08, All day
Immerse yourself in poetry. Interact with poems through touch, sound, and play. Drop-in at the Taylorsville Branch anytime April 7-12.
Poetry Month - Poetry Interactive Adventure
Wed, Apr 09, All day
Immerse yourself in poetry. Interact with poems through touch, sound, and play. Drop-in at the Taylorsville Branch anytime April 7-12.
Utah Museum of Fine Arts - Landscape Yarn Painting
Wed, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Yarn painting originates from the Huichol culture of Mexico. View colorful, nature-inspired yarn paintings and create your own with an outreach educator from the UMFA.
Poetry Month - Poetry Interactive Adventure
Thu, Apr 10, All day
Immerse yourself in poetry. Interact with poems through touch, sound, and play. Drop-in at the Taylorsville Branch anytime April 7-12.
Walking Book Club
Thu, Apr 10, 10:00am - 11:15am
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Walking Book Club is for readers interested in a weekly walk session and book discussion.
Prevenga el T2 - El Programa Nacional de Prevención de la Diabetes
Thu, Apr 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
El Programa Nacional de Prevención de la Diabetes es un programa de cambio de estilo de vida basado en evidencia. Esta serie se imparte en español.Register
Poetry Month - Poetry Interactive Adventure
Fri, Apr 11, All day
Immerse yourself in poetry. Interact with poems through touch, sound, and play. Drop-in at the Taylorsville Branch anytime April 7-12.
Toddler Playtime
Fri, Apr 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Open playtime and social interaction for toddlers and their caring adult(s). Toys, tunnels and more!
Poetry Month - Poetry Interactive Adventure
Sat, Apr 12, All day
Immerse yourself in poetry. Interact with poems through touch, sound, and play. Drop-in at the Taylorsville Branch anytime April 7-12.
Poetry Month - Poetry Pharmacy
Mon, Apr 14, All day
Let us solve your woes with a poem! Drop in anytime between April 14-30 to pick up a poetry prescription for your heart, mind, and soul.
Express Scavenger Hunt - Chickens
Mon, Apr 14, All day
Look for the chickens hiding in the library. When you find them, return to the Info Desk for a small prize. They move to a different spot each week.
Senior Book Club at the Taylorsville Senior Center
Mon, Apr 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for a lively discussion of a variety of fiction and nonfiction books. Newcomers welcome! The book club will be led by a librarian from the Taylorsville Library.
Homeschool "Who Was" Book Club
Mon, Apr 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Learn about people and places with books from the 'Who Was' series. We will talk about the book, learn cool facts and do other fun activities. April: Where is Machu Picchu?
Music and Movement
Tue, Apr 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Can you "head, shoulders, knees and toes" with the best? Music, movement and fun for little ones and their grown-ups.
Storytime: Preschool
Wed, Apr 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Interactive early learning storytime for preschoolers and their caring adult(s) with talking, singing, reading, writing and play.
Walking Book Club
Thu, Apr 17, 10:00am - 11:15am
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Walking Book Club is for readers interested in a weekly walk session and book discussion.
Cookies & Craft - Spa Crafts
Thu, Apr 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Enjoy a night of self-care and creativity! We’ll be making a body scrub and bath soak. All supplies provided.
Toddler Playtime
Fri, Apr 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Open playtime and social interaction for toddlers and their caring adult(s). Toys, tunnels and more!
Express Scavenger Hunt - Chickens
Mon, Apr 21, All day
Look for the chickens hiding in the library. When you find them, return to the Info Desk for a small prize. They move to a different spot each week.
Poetry Month - Poetry Pharmacy
Mon, Apr 21, All day
Let us solve your woes with a poem! Drop in anytime between April 14-30 to pick up a poetry prescription for your heart, mind, and soul.
Music and Movement
Tue, Apr 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Can you "head, shoulders, knees and toes" with the best? Music, movement and fun for little ones and their grown-ups.
Storytime: Preschool
Wed, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Interactive early learning storytime for preschoolers and their caring adult(s) with talking, singing, reading, writing and play.
Walking Book Club
Thu, Apr 24, 10:00am - 11:15am
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Walking Book Club is for readers interested in a weekly walk session and book discussion.
Prevenga el T2 - El Programa Nacional de Prevención de la Diabetes
Thu, Apr 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
El Programa Nacional de Prevención de la Diabetes es un programa de cambio de estilo de vida basado en evidencia. Esta serie se imparte en español.Register
Toddler Playtime
Fri, Apr 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Open playtime and social interaction for toddlers and their caring adult(s). Toys, tunnels and more!
Discovery Friday - Codes and Ciphers
Fri, Apr 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Each month we'll have a unique combination of STEAM activities, crafts, games, movement, and more!
Express Scavenger Hunt - Beehives
Mon, Apr 28, All day
Look for the beehives hiding in the library. When you find them, return to the Info Desk for a small prize. They move to a different spot each week.
Poetry Month - Poetry Pharmacy
Mon, Apr 28, All day
Let us solve your woes with a poem! Drop in anytime between April 14-30 to pick up a poetry prescription for your heart, mind, and soul.
Music and Movement
Tue, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Can you "head, shoulders, knees and toes" with the best? Music, movement and fun for little ones and their grown-ups.
Mosaic Art Activity
Wed, Apr 30, All day
Add a sticker to the mosaic each time you visit the library. Help us reveal the mystery image.
Storytime: Preschool
Wed, Apr 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Interactive early learning storytime for preschoolers and their caring adult(s) with talking, singing, reading, writing and play.
Prevenga el T2 - El Programa Nacional de Prevención de la Diabetes
Thu, May 01, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
El Programa Nacional de Prevención de la Diabetes es un programa de cambio de estilo de vida basado en evidencia. Esta serie se imparte en español.Register
Toddler Playtime with Help Me Grow
Fri, May 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Open playtime and social interaction for toddlers and their caring adult(s). Help Me Grow, a partner from United Way, will be on hand to answer developmental and parenting questions.
Star Party - In Partnership with Salt Lake Astronomical Society
Fri, May 02, 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Come and enjoy views of the moon, planets, stars, nebulae and galaxies through some of Utah's largest telescopes.
Decode Star Wars
Mon, May 05, All day
Unscramble the word using the decoder card. Return to the Info Desk with the answer and earn a small prize. 5/5 - 5/10.
Express Scavenger Hunt - Beehives
Mon, May 05, All day
Look for the beehives hiding in the library. When you find them, return to the Info Desk for a small prize. They move to a different spot each week.
Yoga Storytime
Wed, May 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Start your morning with stretches and stories at yoga storytime with Jayme Vetz. You can bring mats or towels from home. A few mats will be provided.
Prevenga el T2 - El Programa Nacional de Prevención de la Diabetes
Thu, May 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
El Programa Nacional de Prevención de la Diabetes es un programa de cambio de estilo de vida basado en evidencia. Esta serie se imparte en español.Register
Express Scavenger Hunt - Beehives
Mon, May 12, All day
Look for the beehives hiding in the library. When you find them, return to the Info Desk for a small prize. They move to a different spot each week.
Senior Book Club at the Taylorsville Senior Center
Mon, May 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for a lively discussion of a variety of fiction and nonfiction books. Newcomers welcome! The book club will be led by a librarian from the Taylorsville Library.
Homeschool "Who Was" Book Club
Mon, May 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
Learn about people and places with books from the 'Who Was' series. We will talk about the book, learn cool facts and do other fun activities. May: Who Was Ben Franklin?
I Spy Turtles!
Mon, May 19, All day
Celebrate World Turtle Day! Count the turtles. Return to the Info Desk to earn a small prize. 5/19 - 5/24.
Express Scavenger Hunt - Beehives
Mon, May 19, All day
Look for the beehives hiding in the library. When you find them, return to the Info Desk for a small prize. They move to a different spot each week.
Prevenga el T2 - El Programa Nacional de Prevención de la Diabetes
Thu, May 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
El Programa Nacional de Prevención de la Diabetes es un programa de cambio de estilo de vida basado en evidencia. Esta serie se imparte en español.Register
Express Scavenger Hunt - Beehives
Tue, May 27, All day
Look for the beehives hiding in the library. When you find them, return to the Info Desk for a small prize. They move to a different spot each week.
Prevenga el T2 - El Programa Nacional de Prevención de la Diabetes
Thu, May 29, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Taylorsville Meeting Room (Capacity 51)
El Programa Nacional de Prevención de la Diabetes es un programa de cambio de estilo de vida basado en evidencia. Esta serie se imparte en español.Register
Mosaic Art Activity
Sat, May 31, All day
Add a sticker to the mosaic each time you visit the library. Help us reveal the mystery image.
Express Scavenger Hunt - Monsters
Mon, Jun 02, All day
Look for the monsters hiding in the library. When you find them, return to the Info Desk for a small prize. They move to a different spot each week.
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