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Adult DIY Drop-In Activities

Relax For Your Mental Health!
2025-05-22 00:00:00 2025-05-22 23:59:00 America/Denver Adult DIY Drop-In Activities Take time to take care of yourself during Mental Health Awareness Month. Create a DIY Calm with a variety of fun, mindful, relaxing activities while visiting Whitmore Library! Whitmore -

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Add to Calendar 2025-05-22 00:00:00 2025-05-22 23:59:00 America/Denver Adult DIY Drop-In Activities Take time to take care of yourself during Mental Health Awareness Month. Create a DIY Calm with a variety of fun, mindful, relaxing activities while visiting Whitmore Library! Whitmore -

Take time to take care of yourself during Mental Health Awareness Month. Create a DIY Calm with a variety of fun, mindful, relaxing activities while visiting Whitmore Library!

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! May 12th - 24th at Whitmore, sit down and partake of a variety of relaxing activities to create a DIY calm mind. 

Drop-in activities include coloring, bookmarks, journaling prompts, creative doodling, and more.

AGE GROUP: | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Drop-In Activity |

TAGS: | mindfulness | mental health | drop in activity | DIY | Adult |

Whitmore
Phone: 801-943-4636
Branch manager
Maggie Mills
Hours
Mon, Apr 21 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Apr 22 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Apr 23 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Apr 24 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Apr 25 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Apr 26 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Apr 27 Closed
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Upcoming events

Craft Supplies Drop and Swap - Reduce, Reuse, Recycle!
Mon, Apr 21, All day
Drop off your excess craft supplies and see what others have provided to swap. Find new creative inspiration and save your items from the landfill by sharing with others. Celebrate Earth Day all week!
Play & Learn
Mon, Apr 21, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Play and Learn
Cancelled
Storytime: Family
Mon, Apr 21, 10:15am - 11:15am
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.
Pajama Storytime
Mon, Apr 21, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Wear comfy pajamas, bring a favorite bedtime buddy and a caring adult and let's have fun! Join us for stories, songs and crafts that support early literacy development.
DIY Reusable Bag - A Teen Take and Make
Tue, Apr 22, All day
Celebrate Earth Day by decorating your own reusable bag!
Craft Supplies Drop and Swap - Reduce, Reuse, Recycle!
Tue, Apr 22, All day
Drop off your excess craft supplies and see what others have provided to swap. Find new creative inspiration and save your items from the landfill by sharing with others. Celebrate Earth Day all week!
Storytime: Family
Tue, Apr 22, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.
Whitmore Adult Dungeons and Dragons - Currently Full (Registration through email required)
Tue, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Embark on a great role-playing adventure! Both groups are currently at capacity. Email Jackson at jmyrick@slcolibrary.org for information on entering the group or getting on the waitlist.
Craft Supplies Drop and Swap - Reduce, Reuse, Recycle!
Wed, Apr 23, All day
Drop off your excess craft supplies and see what others have provided to swap. Find new creative inspiration and save your items from the landfill by sharing with others. Celebrate Earth Day all week!
Chess Club
Wed, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Drop by our weekly chess club to play chess, meet other players, sharpen your skills, and have fun! All skill levels and ages welcome!
Craft Supplies Drop and Swap - Reduce, Reuse, Recycle!
Thu, Apr 24, All day
Drop off your excess craft supplies and see what others have provided to swap. Find new creative inspiration and save your items from the landfill by sharing with others. Celebrate Earth Day all week!
Ready, Set, Move! - A Music and Movement Program
Thu, Apr 24, 10:15am - 11:00am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Can you "head, shoulders, knees and toes" with the best? Music and movement for little ones and their grown-ups.
Play & Learn
Thu, Apr 24, 11:00am - 11:30am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Talk-sing-read-write-PLAY with your children to help them get ready for kindergarten! Drop-in activities and toys for babies to preschoolers with their caring adult(s).
Craft Supplies Drop and Swap - Reduce, Reuse, Recycle!
Fri, Apr 25, All day
Drop off your excess craft supplies and see what others have provided to swap. Find new creative inspiration and save your items from the landfill by sharing with others. Celebrate Earth Day all week!
Cancelled
Fun Friday - After School Activity
Fri, Apr 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Celebrate the end of the school week by having some fun!! Each week we'll have a unique combination of STEAM activities, crafts, games, movement, and more!
Craft Supplies Drop and Swap - Reduce, Reuse, Recycle!
Sat, Apr 26, All day
Drop off your excess craft supplies and see what others have provided to swap. Find new creative inspiration and save your items from the landfill by sharing with others. Celebrate Earth Day all week!
Storytime: Family
Mon, Apr 28, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.
Pajama Storytime
Mon, Apr 28, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Wear comfy pajamas, bring a favorite bedtime buddy and a caring adult and let's have fun! Join us for stories, songs and crafts that support early literacy development.
Storytime: Family
Tue, Apr 29, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.
Chess Club
Wed, Apr 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Drop by our weekly chess club to play chess, meet other players, sharpen your skills, and have fun! All skill levels and ages welcome!
All Ability Activity Kits
Thu, May 01, All day
Pick up a fun activity kit designed for adults and teens with intellectual disabilities.
Utah Puppet Theater
Fri, May 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Enjoy a fun puppet show, presented by the Utah Puppet Theater!
R2-D2 Pencil Holder - A Teen Take and Make
Sat, May 03, All day
Celebrate May the 4th with a pencil holder version of everyone's favorite droid! Packets are first come, first served while supplies last.
Fundamentals of Yoga
Wed, May 07, 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Explore the fundamentals of yoga with certified instructor Jenny Wigham.
Adult DIY Drop-In Activities - Relax For Your Mental Health!
Mon, May 12, All day
Take time to take care of yourself during Mental Health Awareness Month. Create a DIY Calm with a variety of fun, mindful, relaxing activities while visiting Whitmore Library!
Teen Monthly Origami - Harebell Stem
Mon, May 12, All day
Come in the 2nd Monday of each month for a new origami project! Includes folding instructions and paper.
Adult DIY Drop-In Activities - Relax For Your Mental Health!
Tue, May 13, All day
Take time to take care of yourself during Mental Health Awareness Month. Create a DIY Calm with a variety of fun, mindful, relaxing activities while visiting Whitmore Library!
Whitmore Adult Dungeons and Dragons - Currently Full (Registration through email required)
Tue, May 13, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Embark on a great role-playing adventure! Both groups are currently at capacity. Email Jackson at jmyrick@slcolibrary.org for information on entering the group or getting on the waitlist.
Adult DIY Drop-In Activities - Relax For Your Mental Health!
Wed, May 14, All day
Take time to take care of yourself during Mental Health Awareness Month. Create a DIY Calm with a variety of fun, mindful, relaxing activities while visiting Whitmore Library!
Adult DIY Drop-In Activities - Relax For Your Mental Health!
Thu, May 15, All day
Take time to take care of yourself during Mental Health Awareness Month. Create a DIY Calm with a variety of fun, mindful, relaxing activities while visiting Whitmore Library!
Babcock Performing Readers
Thu, May 15, 6:00pm - 8:45pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
The Babcock Performing Readers present a dramatic reading of a play or poetry every month.
Adult DIY Drop-In Activities - Relax For Your Mental Health!
Fri, May 16, All day
Take time to take care of yourself during Mental Health Awareness Month. Create a DIY Calm with a variety of fun, mindful, relaxing activities while visiting Whitmore Library!
Adult DIY Drop-In Activities - Relax For Your Mental Health!
Sat, May 17, All day
Take time to take care of yourself during Mental Health Awareness Month. Create a DIY Calm with a variety of fun, mindful, relaxing activities while visiting Whitmore Library!
Adult DIY Drop-In Activities - Relax For Your Mental Health!
Mon, May 19, All day
Take time to take care of yourself during Mental Health Awareness Month. Create a DIY Calm with a variety of fun, mindful, relaxing activities while visiting Whitmore Library!
DIY Aromatherapy Candles - A Teen Craft Program
Mon, May 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Join us to create an aromatherapy candle to help you relax!
Adult DIY Drop-In Activities - Relax For Your Mental Health!
Tue, May 20, All day
Take time to take care of yourself during Mental Health Awareness Month. Create a DIY Calm with a variety of fun, mindful, relaxing activities while visiting Whitmore Library!
Adult DIY Drop-In Activities - Relax For Your Mental Health!
Wed, May 21, All day
Take time to take care of yourself during Mental Health Awareness Month. Create a DIY Calm with a variety of fun, mindful, relaxing activities while visiting Whitmore Library!
Nonfiction Book Club
Wed, May 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Whitmore Study Room A (Capacity 14)
Joins us for a discussion of new and noteworthy nonfiction books. This month's book is I'll Be Gone in the Dark by Michelle McNamara. New readers are always welcome!
Adult DIY Drop-In Activities - Relax For Your Mental Health!
Thu, May 22, All day
Take time to take care of yourself during Mental Health Awareness Month. Create a DIY Calm with a variety of fun, mindful, relaxing activities while visiting Whitmore Library!
Adult DIY Drop-In Activities - Relax For Your Mental Health!
Fri, May 23, All day
Take time to take care of yourself during Mental Health Awareness Month. Create a DIY Calm with a variety of fun, mindful, relaxing activities while visiting Whitmore Library!
Read to a Dog - Read a favorite book to Aussie, a Pet Partners Therapy Dog
Fri, May 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Read your favorite book to Aussie, a trained Pet Partners therapy dog who loves being read to! For kids of all ages. Stop by the children's desk to sign up on the day of the activity.
Adult DIY Drop-In Activities - Relax For Your Mental Health!
Sat, May 24, All day
Take time to take care of yourself during Mental Health Awareness Month. Create a DIY Calm with a variety of fun, mindful, relaxing activities while visiting Whitmore Library!
Whitmore Adult Dungeons and Dragons - Currently Full (Registration through email required)
Tue, May 27, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Embark on a great role-playing adventure! Both groups are currently at capacity. Email Jackson at jmyrick@slcolibrary.org for information on entering the group or getting on the waitlist.
Storytime: Family
Mon, Jun 02, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Study Room B (Capacity 4)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.
Storytime: Family
Tue, Jun 03, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.
Fundamentals of Yoga
Wed, Jun 04, 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Explore the fundamentals of yoga with certified instructor Jenny Wigham.
Utah Puppet Theater
Fri, Jun 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Enjoy a fun puppet show, presented by the Utah Puppet Theater!
Storytime: Family
Mon, Jun 09, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Study Room B (Capacity 4)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.
Storytime: Family
Tue, Jun 10, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.
Whitmore Adult Dungeons and Dragons - Currently Full (Registration through email required)
Tue, Jun 10, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Embark on a great role-playing adventure! Both groups are currently at capacity. Email Jackson at jmyrick@slcolibrary.org for information on entering the group or getting on the waitlist.
Mad Science
Fri, Jun 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Come enjoy a fun and interactive presentation all about adventures in Science!
Storytime: Family
Tue, Jun 17, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.
Build Your Own AI Chatbot - As a Personal Assistant or Marketing Manager
Tue, Jun 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Ever wondered how AI can help you write, brainstorm, and boost productivity? In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to create your own AI chatbot using OpenAI’s GPT Builder.
Nonfiction Book Club
Wed, Jun 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Whitmore Study Room A (Capacity 14)
Joins us for a discussion of new and noteworthy nonfiction books. This month's book is The Art Thief by Michael Finkel. New readers are always welcome!
Mont Magic Show
Thu, Jun 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Come enjoy a fun and interactive Magic Show with Magician Mont Duston!
Storytime: Family
Mon, Jun 23, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Study Room B (Capacity 4)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.
Storytime: Family
Tue, Jun 24, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.
Whitmore Adult Dungeons and Dragons - Currently Full (Registration through email required)
Tue, Jun 24, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Embark on a great role-playing adventure! Both groups are currently at capacity. Email Jackson at jmyrick@slcolibrary.org for information on entering the group or getting on the waitlist.
Printmaking Bookmarks - with Art Haven
Wed, Jun 25, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Learn the art of printmaking and create your own bookmark.
Storytime: Family
Mon, Jun 30, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Study Room B (Capacity 4)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.
Storytime: Family
Tue, Jul 01, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.
Fundamentals of Yoga
Wed, Jul 02, 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Explore the fundamentals of yoga with certified instructor Jenny Wigham.
Storytime: Family
Mon, Jul 07, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Study Room B (Capacity 4)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.
Storytime: Family
Tue, Jul 08, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.
Whitmore Adult Dungeons and Dragons - Currently Full (Registration through email required)
Tue, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Embark on a great role-playing adventure! Both groups are currently at capacity. Email Jackson at jmyrick@slcolibrary.org for information on entering the group or getting on the waitlist.
Utah Puppet Theater
Fri, Jul 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Enjoy a fun puppet show, presented by the Utah Puppet Theater!
Storytime: Family
Mon, Jul 14, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Study Room B (Capacity 4)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.
Storytime: Family
Tue, Jul 15, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.
Localscapes - Creating Your Ideal Utah Yard
Tue, Jul 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Learn how to create a water-efficient, low-maintenance yard with the Localscapes method.
Nonfiction Book Club
Wed, Jul 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Whitmore Study Room A (Capacity 14)
Joins us for a discussion of new and noteworthy nonfiction books. This month's book is Endurance: Shackleton's Incredible Voyage by Alfred Lansing. New readers are always welcome!
Mad Science
Fri, Jul 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Come enjoy a fun and interactive presentation all about adventures in Science!
Jason Fun Magic Show
Sat, Jul 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Prepared to be amazed with the wizarding magic of Magician Jason Fun.
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