November 16th-29th, Wheelock collected donations for the Proctor Business District's Giving Tree. Patrons were invited to take a tag off the giving tree and purchase the item listed to give to veterans at the American Lake Veterans Home and their homeless veteran outreach program. This year Wheelock collected: 577 holiday cards 178 packages of Ramen…
Tuesdays with a Twist – EnviroChallenger
Drop in every second Tuesday afternoon, between 3:30 and 5pm, for a fun activity with the EnviroChallenger. Grades K-3rd. The EnviroChallenger program teaches free environmental lessons with a mix of science, social responsibility and fun…
Wheelock Book Club
Join us at the Wheelock branch September 4 from 6:30 to 7:30 pm, to discuss National Book Award Finalist, Okay for Now (2011) by Gary D. Schmidt. As a fourteen-year-old who just moved to a new town, with no friends, an abusive father, and a louse for an older brother, Doug Swieteck has all the stats…
Walking Club
Wheelock Branch is walking this summer! Every Friday, beginning June 14 through August 9, we'll head out for a 35-45 minute walk around the Proctor neighborhood at 9 AM. If you've wanted to start exercising but didn't want to do it alone, this is your opportunity! Wear walking shoes and dress for comfort. All ages…
Get Started Writing
“Start writing, no matter what. The water does not flow until the faucet is turned on.”— Louis L’Amour Come get those creative juices flowing and join us for a Writer's Circle at Wheelock Branch. This 5-week series will help you commit to a consistent writing practice with provided prompts and group sharing. All levels are…
Tap Into Your Inner Peace with Meditation
Need to restore balance to your life? Find your zen and join us at Wheelock Branch for a 5-week meditation series with instructor Sylvaine Francine beginning April 28th…
Discovering Winter Animals
Saturday, January 5th families explored winter animals during a special sensory program at Wheelock Branch. Kids and parents pretended to be penguins waddling with their eggs, tried a science experiment about animal insulation, created pine cone bird feeders, made animal tracks and more. Children's Librarian Miss Elizabeth understands the benefits of learning through play and…
Alzheimer’s Association Presents: Know the Ten Warning Signs
Join us at Wheelock branch of Tacoma Public Library on March 15th from 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM for a presentation from the Alzheimer’s Association, Know the Ten Warning Signs. Learn about the early warning signs as well as resources that are available from the Alzheimer’s Association…
No Tricks, Just Treats at Proctor Treats
The swashbuckling Book-a-neers of the Wheelock Branch greeted families during Proctor Treats on Wednesday, October 31st from 4-6 pm. Parents and kids came dressed to impress in their Halloween costumes and staff handed out over 28 lbs of candy. This beloved annual event has been going on in the Proctor Business District since 1929…
Wild Rumpus
Families were moving and grooving at the Wild Rumpus Dance Party at Wheelock Branch on Saturday, October 20th. Around 45 parents and kids attended the interactive music and movement program. Kids used shakers, ribbons and the parachute to dance to music ranging from modern hits like "Happy" by Pharell and "Shake it Off" by Taylor…
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