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Reading Buddies

2025-05-29 17:00:00 2025-05-29 17:20:00 America/Denver Reading Buddies Join our great VolunTeen to practice reading skills. South Jordan -

Thursday, May 29
5:00pm - 5:20pm

Add to Calendar 2025-05-29 17:00:00 2025-05-29 17:20:00 America/Denver Reading Buddies Join our great VolunTeen to practice reading skills. South Jordan -

Join our great VolunTeen to practice reading skills.

AGE GROUP: | School Age (ages 6 to 9 yrs) |

EVENT TYPE: | Drop-In Activity |

TAGS: | reading | read aloud | homework help | homework |

South Jordan
Phone: 801-943-4636
Branch manager
Erin Rigby
Hours
We're closed Monday May 26
Mon, May 26 Closed
Tue, May 27 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, May 28 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, May 29 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, May 30 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 31 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jun 01 Closed
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Upcoming events

Storytime: Preschool - For Ages 3-5
Wed, May 28, 10:15am - 10:45am
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
Interactive, early-learning storytime for preschoolers (ages 3-5) with a caring adult. Talking, singing, reading, writing and play.
Storytime: Preschool - For Ages 3-5
Wed, May 28, 11:15am - 11:45am
Interactive, early-learning storytime for preschoolers (ages 3-5) with a caring adult. Talking, singing, reading, writing and play.
Citizenship Class/Clases de Ciudadania - In Partnership with the English Skills Learning Center
Wed, May 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
The classes prepare permanent residents for the citizenship exam.
Cancelled
Baby & Toddler Playtime
Thu, May 29, 10:15am - 11:00am
Connect with other caregivers in this open playtime. Activities include a story corner with Miss Lisa and activity stations created especially for babies and toddlers.
Doggie read with me! with Moonshine - Sign-up required
Thu, May 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Doggie read with me! Join us to read with Moonshine, our doggie friend from Utah Pet Partners! Sign-up required.
Reading Buddies
Thu, May 29, 4:00pm - 4:20pm
Register online for a 20-minute session with our great VolunTeen! Kids will read out loud and get help with pronunciation, comprehension, and more. Registration opens April 1.
This event is full
Reading Buddies
Thu, May 29, 4:20pm - 4:40pm
Register online for a 20-minute session with our great VolunTeen! Kids will read out loud and get help with pronunciation, comprehension, and more. Registration opens April 1.
This event is full
Reading Buddies
Thu, May 29, 4:40pm - 5:00pm
Register online for a 20-minute session with our great VolunTeen! Kids will read out loud and get help with pronunciation, comprehension, and more. Registration opens April 1.
This event is full
Reading Buddies
Thu, May 29, 5:00pm - 5:20pm
Join our great VolunTeen to practice reading skills.
This event is full
Rescheduled
Summer Reading Kickoff Celebration
Fri, May 30, 5:30am - 8:00pm
New date Friday, May 30, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Come celebrate with us! Sign up for summer reading and enjoy crafts, activities, and fun for the whole family. The library will stay open until 8pm, through the event, for patron use.
Cancelled
Fun Fridays
Fri, May 30, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Fun for the whole family! Join us for Legos and Games!
Summer Reading Kickoff Celebration
Fri, May 30, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Come celebrate with us! Sign up for summer reading and enjoy crafts, activities, and fun for the whole family. The library will stay open until 8pm, through the event, for patron use.
Puzzle Exchange
Sat, May 31, All day
Puzzle & Board Game Exchange! Take one, leave one!
YGN Passive Voting - Do You Judge Books by Their Cover?
Sat, May 31, All day
Patrons vote if they judge books by their covers
Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club
Sat, May 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
South Jordan Study Room (Capacity 8)
All levels of players welcome, from beginner to experienced. Ages 14-18.
Cancelled
Math Help
Sat, May 31, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Need math help? Our great VolunTeens are here to assist! Bring your math homework and drop by our study room. Be sure to arrive in enough time to finish by 5!
Citizenship Class/Clases de Ciudadania - In Partnership with the English Skills Learning Center
Mon, Jun 02, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
The classes prepare permanent residents for the citizenship exam.
T(w)een Tuesday: Perler Beads
Tue, Jun 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Come hang out with other teens and tweens (ages 10-18) and make some fun perler bead creations!
Chess Club
Tue, Jun 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
South Jordan Study Room (Capacity 8)
Sessions are led by our great VolunTeens who are ready to help kids play chess. Registration required, please sign up online beginning May 1. 
This event is full
Cancelled
Teaching Consent: Teen Workshop
Tue, Jun 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Learn about consent and healthy relationships. Education provided by the Rape Recovery Center. Designed for teens.
Teen Writing Club
Tue, Jun 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
South Jordan Study Room (Capacity 8)
Led by our great VolunTeen, teens 13-18 can come and practice writing techniques, share ideas, and brainstorm for personal projects.
Rescheduled
Teen Book Club - The False Prince
Tue, Jun 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
New date Tuesday, June 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages 13-18. Discuss The False Prince, talk books with other book loving teens, and grab a snack! It will be "lit"!
Elementary Art - Color Our World
Wed, Jun 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
Come color with us! We'll have different media to work with. While supplies last.
Citizenship Class/Clases de Ciudadania - In Partnership with the English Skills Learning Center
Wed, Jun 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
The classes prepare permanent residents for the citizenship exam.
Localscapes: Creating Your Ideal Utah Yard
Thu, Jun 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
Learn how to create a water-efficient, low-maintenance yard with the Localscapes method.Register
Citizenship Class/Clases de Ciudadania - In Partnership with the English Skills Learning Center
Mon, Jun 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
The classes prepare permanent residents for the citizenship exam.
T(w)een Tuesday: Fort Building & NERF Battle
Tue, Jun 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Prepare for the battle of the century! Build a fort with your team, and play NERF capture the flag. Teens and Tweens ages 10-18, please.
Teen Book Club - The False Prince
Tue, Jun 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
South Jordan Study Room (Capacity 8)
Ages 13-18. Discuss The False Prince, talk books with other book loving teens, and grab a snack! It will be "lit"!
Magic Tree House Book Club - Rhinos at Recess
Wed, Jun 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
Read the book and join your friends for discussion, fun and crafts!
Citizenship Class/Clases de Ciudadania - In Partnership with the English Skills Learning Center
Wed, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
The classes prepare permanent residents for the citizenship exam.
Tae Kwon Do
Thu, Jun 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
Beginner Tae Kwon Do class for kids taught by Master Nam. The focus will be on character development and building confidence.
Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club
Sat, Jun 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
South Jordan Study Room (Capacity 8)
All levels of players welcome, from beginner to experienced. Ages 14-18.
STEM Camp - Math and science fun for elementary kids!
Sat, Jun 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
Led by our VolunTeens, come learn math and science through fun experiments and games! Best for ages 8-12.
T(w)een Tuesday: Tiny Book Workshop
Tue, Jun 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Come hang out with other teens and tweens (ages 10-18) and make some adorable tiny books.
Chess Club
Tue, Jun 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
South Jordan Study Room (Capacity 8)
Sessions are led by our great VolunTeens who are ready to help kids play chess. Registration required, please sign up online beginning May 1. 
This event is full
Artsy Kids - Mandala Coloring
Wed, Jun 18, 10:15am - 11:15am
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
Color a mandala featuring circles, geometric designs and patterns.
Roller Coaster Science - For School Ages
Wed, Jun 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
How and why do roller coasters move? With a caring adult, kids 5 and older may build and play with model roller coasters to learn about principles of energies.
Citizenship Class/Clases de Ciudadania - In Partnership with the English Skills Learning Center
Wed, Jun 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
The classes prepare permanent residents for the citizenship exam.
Summer Solstice Celebration
Fri, Jun 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
For ages 6-18, come learn about the summer solstice and celebrate with a DIY suncatcher craft and some sun salutations yoga!
Citizenship Class/Clases de Ciudadania - In Partnership with the English Skills Learning Center
Mon, Jun 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
The classes prepare permanent residents for the citizenship exam.
T(w)een Tuesday: Water Balloon Games
Tue, Jun 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bring your friends, ages 10-18, and get ready for an epic water balloon fight. Water balloon volleyball and water balloon dodgeball are just a few of the games in store! *Weather permitting
Citizenship Class/Clases de Ciudadania - In Partnership with the English Skills Learning Center
Wed, Jun 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
The classes prepare permanent residents for the citizenship exam.
Bubbles and Parachute Fun - For Early Learners (0-5)
Thu, Jun 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
Join guest presenter Ginger for outdoors fun with bubbles and a giant parachute!
Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club
Sat, Jun 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
South Jordan Study Room (Capacity 8)
All levels of players welcome, from beginner to experienced. Ages 14-18.
STEM Camp - Math and science fun for elementary kids!
Sat, Jun 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
Led by our VolunTeens, come learn math and science through fun experiments and games! Best for ages 8-12.
Puzzle Exchange
Mon, Jun 30, All day
Puzzle & Board Game Exchange! Take one, leave one!
Rescheduled
Citizenship Class/Clases de Ciudadania - In Partnership with the English Skills Learning Center
Mon, Jun 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
New date Monday, July 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
The classes prepare permanent residents for the citizenship exam.
Color Our World (magic show) - Presented by Mont "Magic"
Mon, Jun 30, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
Explore art and creativity through magic tricks and more with Mont "Magic"!
T(w)een Tuesday: Wand Making Workshop - Part of Magic & Mayhem
Tue, Jul 01, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Make and paint your own magic wand, and try out some simple spells! Ages 10-18 only, please.
Chess Club
Tue, Jul 01, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
South Jordan Study Room (Capacity 8)
Sessions are led by our great VolunTeens who are ready to help kids play chess. Registration required, please sign up online beginning June 1. 
Registration opens Sunday, June 1 2025 at 9:00am
Teen Book Club
Tue, Jul 01, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages 13-18. Discuss book, talk books with other book lovers, and get a snack! It will be "lit"!
Elementary Art - Fabulous 4th of July Fabric Marker Fun!
Wed, Jul 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
Join us for some creative time with patriotic crafts! Supplies limited. Tickets at desk 30 min prior.
Citizenship Class/Clases de Ciudadania - In Partnership with the English Skills Learning Center
Mon, Jul 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
The classes prepare permanent residents for the citizenship exam.
T(w)een Tuesday: DIY Henna Tattoos
Tue, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
Learn the art and tradition of henna, and socialize with other teens and tweens (ages 10-18).
Magic Tree House Book Club - Time of the Turtle King
Wed, Jul 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
Read the book and join friends for discussion, fun and crafts
Citizenship Class/Clases de Ciudadania - In Partnership with the English Skills Learning Center
Wed, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
The classes prepare permanent residents for the citizenship exam.
Storytelling and Bubble Fun - For Early Learners (0-5)
Thu, Jul 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
Storyteller Ginger spins fantastic tales and offers outdoors fun with bubbles of all sizes.
Cancelled
Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club
Sat, Jul 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
All levels of players welcome, from beginner to experienced. Ages 14-18.
STEM Camp - Math and science fun for elementary kids!
Sat, Jul 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
Led by our VolunTeens, come learn math and science through fun experiments and games! Best for ages 8-12.
Citizenship Class/Clases de Ciudadania - In Partnership with the English Skills Learning Center
Mon, Jul 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
The classes prepare permanent residents for the citizenship exam.
T(w)een Tuesday: Dreamcatchers
Tue, Jul 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
Come hang out with other teens and tweens (ages 10-18) and make your own dreamcatcher!
Chess Club
Tue, Jul 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
South Jordan Study Room (Capacity 8)
Sessions are led by our great VolunTeens who are ready to help kids play chess. Registration required, please sign up online beginning June 1. 
Registration opens Sunday, June 1 2025 at 9:00am
Artsy Kids - Newsprint Sharks
Wed, Jul 16, 10:15am - 11:15am
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
It's Shark Week! Have a fin-tastic time using newsprint to make a shark. For kids of all ages.
Citizenship Class/Clases de Ciudadania - In Partnership with the English Skills Learning Center
Wed, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
The classes prepare permanent residents for the citizenship exam.
Family STEAM Night Shark Edition! - SHARKS!
Thu, Jul 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
Learn all about sharks!
Citizenship Class/Clases de Ciudadania - In Partnership with the English Skills Learning Center
Mon, Jul 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
The classes prepare permanent residents for the citizenship exam.
Nevermore Academy for T(w)eens and Elementary - Part of Magic & Mayhem
Tue, Jul 22, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Teens, Tweens, and Elementary kids can attend Nevermore Academy for an afternoon!
Citizenship Class/Clases de Ciudadania - In Partnership with the English Skills Learning Center
Wed, Jul 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
The classes prepare permanent residents for the citizenship exam.
Cancelled
Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club
Sat, Jul 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
All levels of players welcome, from beginner to experienced. Ages 14-18.
STEM Camp - Math and science fun for elementary kids!
Sat, Jul 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
Led by our VolunTeens, come learn math and science through fun experiments and games! Best for ages 8-12.
Citizenship Class/Clases de Ciudadania - In Partnership with the English Skills Learning Center
Mon, Jul 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
The classes prepare permanent residents for the citizenship exam.
T(w)een Tuesday: Puzzle Making
Tue, Jul 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
Hang out with other teens and tweens (age 10-18) and paint your own puzzle!
Chess Club
Tue, Jul 29, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
South Jordan Study Room (Capacity 8)
Sessions are led by our great VolunTeens who are ready to help kids play chess. Registration required, please sign up online beginning June 1. 
Registration opens Sunday, June 1 2025 at 9:00am
Magic and Mayhem: Divination Class - Astrology, fortune telling, and exploring the unknown
Wed, Jul 30, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Join us for a magical journey into the mystical arts! Kids of all ages can explore the secrets of the stars, learn about predicting the future & complete related crafts. Plus, a live fortune teller!
Origami Fun - For School Ages
Wed, Jul 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
The Origami Lady teaches kids how to turn simple pieces of paper into fun objects!
Citizenship Class/Clases de Ciudadania - In Partnership with the English Skills Learning Center
Wed, Jul 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
The classes prepare permanent residents for the citizenship exam.
Puzzle Exchange
Thu, Jul 31, All day
Puzzle & Board Game Exchange! Take one, leave one!
Red Cross Blood Drive
Thu, Jul 31, 1:00pm - 7:00pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
Give blood to help others. Schedule your appointment: redcrossblood.org or 1.800.RED.CROSS
Citizenship Class/Clases de Ciudadania - In Partnership with the English Skills Learning Center
Mon, Aug 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
South Jordan Study Room (Capacity 8)
The classes prepare permanent residents for the citizenship exam.
T[w]een Tuesday: Take and Make DIY Air Fresheners
Tue, Aug 05, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages 10-18. Take home a kit to make your own air freshener.
Citizenship Class/Clases de Ciudadania - In Partnership with the English Skills Learning Center
Wed, Aug 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
South Jordan Study Room (Capacity 8)
The classes prepare permanent residents for the citizenship exam.
Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club
Sat, Aug 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
South Jordan Study Room (Capacity 8)
All levels of players welcome, from beginner to experienced. Ages 14-18.
Citizenship Class/Clases de Ciudadania - In Partnership with the English Skills Learning Center
Mon, Aug 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
South Jordan Study Room (Capacity 8)
The classes prepare permanent residents for the citizenship exam.
PreK take & make - For Ages 3-5
Wed, Aug 13, 10:15am - 11:15am
South Jordan Study Room (Capacity 8)
Pick up a simple learning activity to complete at home. Give your preschooler (ages 3-5) practice with skills to help them get ready for kindergarten.
Citizenship Class/Clases de Ciudadania - In Partnership with the English Skills Learning Center
Wed, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
The classes prepare permanent residents for the citizenship exam.
Citizenship Class/Clases de Ciudadania - In Partnership with the English Skills Learning Center
Mon, Aug 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
The classes prepare permanent residents for the citizenship exam.
Citizenship Class/Clases de Ciudadania - In Partnership with the English Skills Learning Center
Wed, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
The classes prepare permanent residents for the citizenship exam.
Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club
Sat, Aug 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
South Jordan Study Room (Capacity 8)
All levels of players welcome, from beginner to experienced. Ages 14-18.
Citizenship Class/Clases de Ciudadania - In Partnership with the English Skills Learning Center
Mon, Aug 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
South Jordan Meeting Room (Capacity 90)
The classes prepare permanent residents for the citizenship exam.
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