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Summer Reading Kickoff
2026-05-29 17:00:00 2026-05-29 20:00:00 America/Denver Summer Reading Kickoff Kick off a summer of discovery at our biggest party of the year! Bingham Creek - Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)

Friday, May 29
5:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-05-29 17:00:00 2026-05-29 20:00:00 America/Denver Summer Reading Kickoff Kick off a summer of discovery at our biggest party of the year! Bingham Creek - Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)

Bingham Creek

Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)

Kick off a summer of discovery at our biggest party of the year!

Sign up for the Summer Reading challenge and learn how to track your activities electronically or with a paper reading record. Enjoy vibrant crafts, photo-ops, games, and entertainment for all ages at any of our four kickoff parties. Branch activities may vary.

AGE GROUP: | General Audience |

EVENT TYPE: | Play & Learn | Festival | Arts & Crafts |

TAGS: | Summer Reading | Kickoff | Kick Off |

Bingham Creek
Phone: 801-943-4636
Branch manager
Ann Marie Barrett
Hours
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Mon, Apr 27 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Apr 28 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Apr 29 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Apr 30 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, May 01 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 02 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, May 03 Closed
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Pre-K Open Play
Wed, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:45am
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Storytime: Toddler
Thu, Apr 30, 10:15am - 11:00am
Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
Interactive early learning storytime for toddlers and their caring adult(s) with talking, singing, reading, writing, and play.
Teen Night - Fun with Clay
Thu, Apr 30, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
Use air-dry clay to create the masterpiece of your dreams.
Community Exploration Card Drawing
Fri, May 01, All day
This unique program gives County Library card holders the opportunity to experience certain cultural centers, via free general admission (admits up to four people to each cultural center).*
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Fri, May 01, All day
May the Vote be with you! Vote for your top 3 favorite bots created by our droid-fanatic patrons. Voting will be conducted April 27 - May 2.
All Ability Activity Kits
Fri, May 01, All day
Pick up a fun activity kit designed for adults and teens with intellectual disabilities.
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Sat, May 02, All day
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Paper Chain Flag Take & Make - Celebrating America 250
Sat, May 02, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Create this easy to assemble patriotic decoration to celebrate our country turning 250! This program is intended for all ages, with a caring adult. Kits are first come, first served.
Storytime takehome kit - Letter S
Mon, May 04, All day
Pick up a kit to have storytime at home. While supplies last.
May the 4th - A Galactic Family Night Event
Mon, May 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us in a galaxy far, far away for a fun family night event!
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Snuggle-Up Storytime - a Story time for babies 0-18 months
Wed, May 06, 10:30am - 11:15am
For babies, crawlers, and those that toddle.
Teen Dungeons and Dragons
Wed, May 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
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Storytime takehome kit - Letter S
Thu, May 07, All day
Pick up a kit to have storytime at home. While supplies last.
Teen Advisory Board
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Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
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The Pen is Mightier - A Revolutionary Event - Celebrating America 250
Fri, May 08, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
Join us as we craft our own American Revolution style quill and ink desk set and learn the significance each had in the birth of our great nation.
Storytime takehome kit - Letter T
Mon, May 11, All day
Pick up a kit to have storytime at home. While supplies last.
Family Fun Night: Dazzle Dogzz
Mon, May 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
We double-dog dare you to be entertained by this dancing troop of highly trained doggies. Bring your sunglasses and a blanket - it is sure to be dazzling outdoor display of daring doggies!
LEGO® Build
Tue, May 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
Build and create with tons of our LEGO® bricks, magformers and tinkertoys.
T2 Diabetes Prevention Program
Tue, May 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
These classes are offered by the Salt Lake County Health Department. To registration sign up at this link: https://heal.utah.gov/compass/#/?distance=30&programId=group_2
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Snuggle-Up Storytime - a Story time for babies 0-18 months
Wed, May 13, 10:30am - 11:15am
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Wed, May 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
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Adult Craft & Sip
Wed, May 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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Storytime takehome kit - Letter T
Thu, May 14, All day
Pick up a kit to have storytime at home. While supplies last.
Teen Night - Sticker Scenes
Thu, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
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Storytime takehome kit - Letter U
Mon, May 18, All day
Pick up a kit to have storytime at home. While supplies last.
Family Fun NIght: HawkWatch International
Mon, May 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
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Tue, May 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
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Wed, May 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
This 5 week series of classes is offered by Salt Lake County Youth Services for parents/caregivers of children aged 12-17.
Storytime takehome kit - Letter U
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Pick up a kit to have storytime at home. While supplies last.
Teen Night - Planting and painting
Thu, May 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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Tue, May 26, All day
Pick up a kit to have storytime at home. While supplies last.
Kid's Create Take Home Craft - Whirlygigs
Tue, May 26, 4:00pm - 9:00pm
Pick up a take home kit while supplies last.
T2 Diabetes Prevention Program
Tue, May 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
These classes are offered by the Salt Lake County Health Department. To registration sign up at this link: https://heal.utah.gov/compass/#/?distance=30&programId=group_2
Staying Connected with Your Teen
Wed, May 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
This 5 week series of classes is offered by Salt Lake County Youth Services for parents/caregivers of children aged 12-17.
Storytime takehome kit - Letter V
Thu, May 28, All day
Pick up a kit to have storytime at home. While supplies last.
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Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
Kick off a summer of discovery at our biggest party of the year!
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Pick up a fun activity kit designed for adults and teens with intellectual disabilities.
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Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
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Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
An opportunity for teens to become involved in their local library and their community. Teens on the Board help plan events, lead programs, and participate in community service projects.
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Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
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Teen Night - Friendship Bracelets
Thu, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
Make a bracelet to give to your friends or keep for yourself!
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Mon, Jun 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
If you can imagine it, you can build it using Magformers, Lincoln Logs, and Brackitz
Localscapes - Creating Your Ideal Utah Yard
Tue, Jun 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
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Teen Dungeons and Dragons
Wed, Jun 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
Join us for a Dungeons and Dragons game for beginners! There are two sessions, one from 6-7 pm and one from 7-8 pm. Limited tickets will be available 30 minutes before each program.
Teen Night - Make your own Flag
Thu, Jun 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
Make a flag that represents yourself in this program!
Read-a-thon
Thu, Jun 25, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
Wear your comfy clothes and get some good reading in for summer reading! Snacks and light beverages will be provided.
Red Cross Blood Drive
Fri, Jun 26, 11:00am - 5:00pm
Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
Give blood to help others. Schedule your appointment: redcrossblood.org or 1.800.RED.CROSS
Family Fun Night: DIY Slap Bracelets - A Make & Take Craft Event
Mon, Jun 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
Express your personal style making these DIY slap bracelets.
T2 Diabetes Prevention Program
Tue, Jun 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
These classes are offered by the Salt Lake County Health Department. To registration sign up at this link: https://heal.utah.gov/compass/#/?distance=30&programId=group_2
Community Exploration Card Drawing
Wed, Jul 01, All day
This unique program gives County Library card holders the opportunity to experience certain cultural centers, via free general admission (admits up to four people to each cultural center).*
All Ability Activity Kits
Wed, Jul 01, All day
Pick up a fun activity kit designed for adults and teens with intellectual disabilities.
Teen Dungeons and Dragons
Wed, Jul 01, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
Join us for a Dungeons and Dragons game for beginners! There are two sessions, one from 6-7 pm and one from 7-8 pm. Limited tickets will be available 30 minutes before each program.
Teen Advisory Board
Thu, Jul 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
An opportunity for teens to become involved in their local library and their community. Teens on the Board help plan events, lead programs, and participate in community service projects.
Adult Craft & Sip - Jewelry Making
Wed, Jul 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
Join us to make jewelry in a variety of beautiful styles
Teen Night - Felt Coasters
Thu, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
Use felt and hot glue to make some coasters perfect for cold drinks.
LEGO® Build
Tue, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
Build and create with tons of our LEGO® bricks, magformers and tinkertoys.
T2 Diabetes Prevention Program
Tue, Jul 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
These classes are offered by the Salt Lake County Health Department. To registration sign up at this link: https://heal.utah.gov/compass/#/?distance=30&programId=group_2
Teen Dungeons and Dragons
Wed, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
Join us for a Dungeons and Dragons game for beginners! There are two sessions, one from 6-7 pm and one from 7-8 pm. Limited tickets will be available 30 minutes before each program.
Teen Night - Free Art Night
Thu, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
Use our supplies to make an artistic masterpiece.
Red Cross Blood Drive
Fri, Jul 17, 11:00am - 5:00pm
Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
Give blood to help others. Schedule your appointment: redcrossblood.org or 1.800.RED.CROSS
Teen Night - Sock Puppets
Thu, Jul 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Bingham Creek Meeting Room (Capacity 48)
Create a new friend to express yourself or prank your friends with.
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