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Published on June 15, 2024
Lewisville Public Library Celebrates Juneteenth with Closure and Offers Array of Pre-Holiday Events for All AgesSource: Google Street View

The Lewisville Public Library, located at 1197 W. Main Street, offers more than just book borrowing – it's a hub for community gathering and engaging activities. Open Monday through Saturday, with varying hours and closed on Sundays, it serves as a sanctuary for the literary-minded and the curious.

In light of the upcoming Juneteenth holiday, the library will shut its doors on Wednesday, June 19, joining in the nationwide celebration of freedom and cultural reflection. But before it closes, the Ready, Set, Game! event invites players of all ages to indulge in an afternoon of tabletop adventures on Saturday, June 15, from Noon to 4 p.m. in the Glenmore Savage Community Room, as detailed in the City of Lewisville, Texas. Whether you're a seasoned gamer or new to the dice, the library boasts a collection of games catering to various skill levels.

For adults who fancy an amalgamation of animation and creation, the Adult AniMakers: Anime + Makers 18 + event occurs on Thursday, June 20 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Anime enthusiasts can meet to watch anime and get hands-on with provided materials to make something unique. This relaxed gathering emphasizes the social and artistic aspects of anime culture.

The same evening offers a quirky and interactive experience for teens with "Waffle or Awful?" Taking place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Glenmore Savage Community Room, this event encourages teens to get creative and messy with a waffle iron. As part of the blending of culinary chaos and controlled experimentation, participants will discover which unexpected foods can be transformed in the waffle iron. Attendees interested in unique foodie adventures can register, keeping in mind that allergens may be present.

Finally, for the mini locomotive lovers, "Choo Choo! All aboard!" gears toward children ages 3-6 and their caregivers. On Friday, June 21, from 10 to 11 a.m., the Bennett Program Room transforms to indulge the imaginations of its younger visitors. Activities are set to stoke the fires of discovery, celebrating the wonder of trains. Interested participants must secure a ticket for this event due to limited space.