Events in Salt Lake City in November 2026 (November 2026)

Book Baby

A fun storytime that encourages playful interactions between little ones and their caregivers.

Community Cinema

Join us for a free international film series in the Main Library auditorium. All movies will include English subtitles.

English Conversation Group at Main

Come practice your English with us! ¡Vengan a practicar el inglés con nosotros!

Paws to Read

Kids can practice reading with help from a friendly, furry friend! Sit and read to a trained assistance dog in a relaxing, no-pressure setting. Held the 2nd Tuesday of each month.

Poetry Writing Group

Welcome to the Poetry Writing Group! Together we'll learn about reading, writing, and publishing poetry. Beginners are welcome.

Pokémon Club

A new monthly club for PokéManiacs! Kids and tweens up to age 12 can hang out, trade cards, and do a fun Pokémon-themed activity.

Storytime

Stories, rhymes, and fun to help kids get ready to read!

Tween Coding for Gamers

Tweens ages 9–13 can learn video game coding using Fiero Code, a free online software. This six-session workshop is perfect for beginners, no experience needed. Registration required!

Alphabet Soup

Alphabet Soup is an inclusive, safe, weekly hangout for LGBTQ+ teens and teen allies.

Book Baby

A fun storytime that encourages playful interactions between little ones and their caregivers.

Book Baby

A fun storytime that encourages playful interactions between little ones and their caregivers.

Book Baby

A fun storytime that encourages playful interactions between little ones and their caregivers.

English Conversation Club at UNP Harland Partnership Center

Come practice your English with us! ¡Vengan a practicar el inglés con nosotros! These meetings will be held at the UNP Partnership Center, 1578 W 1700 S Salt Lake City, UT 84104

Family Storytime

Stories, songs, and rhymes for the whole family in this weekly storytime.

Men's Mental Health Discussion Group

Each week, mental health professional Nick Steffens, CMHC-I, will present a new topic, followed by a group discussion. Participants are encouraged to suggest topics they would like to explore.

Playtime

Toys, friends, and more! This is a casual playtime for babies, toddlers, and preschool-age children. Drop in anytime between 11am and 11:45am.

Preschool Storytime

Stories, rhymes, and fun to help kids get ready to read!

Totally Tweens! Graphic Novel Club

A monthly club for tweens in 3rd–6th grade. Together, we'll discuss that month’s graphic novel, while everyone enjoys snacks, crafts, and trivia.

Wellness Circle

Strengthen your daily health practices with yoga instructor Julieta! We'll practice some simple stretches and discuss ways you can improve your overall wellness. Limited yoga mats available.

Yarn Social

Crochet or knit with our Yarn social group! Share your current project or start a new one while meeting new friends who also dabble in the yarn arts.

Book Baby

A fun storytime that encourages playful interactions between little ones and their caregivers.

Deep Dives in the Archives

Want help with research or just want to explore your latest special interest? Our librarians are available during these open office hours to help you dig into the archives.

Members Only Used Book Sale

Members can find great deals on used hardbacks, paperbacks, picture books, nonfiction, teen fiction, movies, and more. Money raised at Friends sales helps fund Library programs and resources.

Storytime

Stories, rhymes, and fun to help kids get ready to read!

Yarn Y'all

Chat with new friends while working on fiber arts projects. Bring your own supplies or borrow some basics from the Library (while supplies last). Yarn Y'all meets every Thursday on the 4th floor.

Yoga with Jonnie

Mindfulness and movement for everybody! Free yoga classes on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month, suitable for both beginners and seasoned yogis. Be sure to bring your own mat and plenty of water!

Book Baby

A fun storytime that encourages playful interactions between little ones and their caregivers.

Community Art Hour

It's time to make stuff! All ages can stop by to try out a variety of creative crafts and art forms.

Family Storytime

Join us for stories, rhymes, and fun to help kids get ready to read!

Playtime

Toys, friends, and more! This is a casual playtime for babies, toddlers, and preschool-age children. Drop in anytime between 10am–Noon.

Playtime

Tune in, Talk More, Take Turns! · Conéctese, Converse Más, Comparta Turnos! · Playtime is an unstructured time to play with toys and make new friends!

Playtime

Tune in, Talk More, Take Turns! Conéctese, Converse Más, Comparta Turnos! Drop in for this weekly playtime · Playtime is an unstructured time to play with toys and make new friends!

30 Book Challenge Club

Let’s tackle the 30 Books Adult Reading Challenge together! Each month features a new reading prompt. Choose a book that fits the theme, then join us on 3rd Saturdays to share what you've read.

ACT Study Sessions

Students taking the ACT test in 2026–27 can get ready in these collaborative study sessions led by University students from the Bennion Center. Study sessions happen most Saturdays, 2–4pm.

12 Minutes Max

Local artists perform or present short works in a variety of media, including music, dance, film, and spoken word. Held the third Sunday of each month.

3D Design and Print Workshop

Bilingual 3D design and printing workshop for kids age 10+. Each Monday, Oct 5–Nov 9. Taller bilingüe de diseño e impresión 3D para niños de 10 años en adelante. Cada lunes, del 5 de oct – 9 de nov.

Foothill Family Crafts

Bring friends and family for a monthly arts & crafts night at Anderson-Foothill! This is an activity for all ages and all abilities, supplies will be provided.

Marmalade Community Book Club

In this book club, we’ll read and discuss books from all sorts of genres, including contemporary literature, classic novels, historical fiction, narrative nonfiction, and more!

Movie Mondays at Foothill

Afternoon flicks at Foothill! We'll screen recent and classic movies on the 3rd Monday of each month from March to December.

Candlelit Yoga

Get in touch with your mind and body in this beginner-friendly yoga class. Instructor Sarah Kelley leads a vinyasa flow style that blends traditional yoga poses with mobility and strengthening work.

Dungeons & Dragons for Beginners

A friendly introduction to Dungeons & Dragons for first-timers, led by an experienced player. Held on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month.

Alphabet Soup

Alphabet Soup is an inclusive, safe, weekly hangout for LGBTQ+ teens and teen allies. Build new friendships through conversations, gaming, casual activities, and more!

The American Revolution: Coming to a Theater Near You!

Explore the intersection of civic and cinema history as film historians and scholars present and discuss the patriotic film series "Old Glory," (1936–1940). Free; registration required for each week.

ACT Study Sessions

Students taking the ACT test in 2026–27 can get ready in these collaborative study sessions led by University students from the Bennion Center. Study sessions happen most Thursdays, 4–6pm

Foothill Forum Book Club

This book club examines contemporary socio-political issues through nonfiction books, thought-provoking questions, and civil discourse. Held on select Mondays and the last Tuesday of each month.

New Readers Book Group

A book club for adults who are new to reading. We take turns reading from the same book and talk about the book as we go along.

Treat Your Shelf Book Club

A new book club for adults! Make friends, have a snack, and read and discuss a new book each month. Click for the book schedule! Copies of the next month’s book will be given out at each meeting.

Sweet Reads

Talk about new or classic books with friends and neighbors. This book club meets at the Sweet Branch Meeting Room on the 4th Tuesday of each month.

BYU Cougars Mens Basketball vs. Ohio State Buckeyes Mens Basketball

Día de los Muertos Festival Series Finale

Celebrate those who have passed on in the finale of our festival series. Join us for dance and mariachi performances, pan de muerto bread, champurrado chocolate drink, and café de olla coffee.

Family Board Game Night

All ages are welcome to drop in and play boardgames any time between 5–8pm. Play old favorites or learn fun new games! Feel free to bring complete, gently used board games to donate.

Teen Reads Book Group

6th–9th graders can practice reading and comprehension skills together by reading short stories, novellas, and other texts. Participants will read aloud, build vocabulary, and explore different works!

Utah Utes Mens Basketball vs. Long Beach State Athletics Mens Basketball

Paws to Read

Kids can practice reading with help from a friendly, furry friend! Sit and read to a trained assistance dog in a relaxing, no-pressure setting. Held the 1st Tuesday of each month.

Alphabet Soup

Alphabet Soup is an inclusive, safe, weekly hangout for LGBTQ+ teens and teen allies.

College Application Clinics

In these drop-in clinics, Members of the U of U and Westminster admissions offices can answer questions and help students and their families get started with the application process.

Paws to Read

Kids can practice reading with help from a friendly, furry friend! Sit and read to a trained assistance dog in a relaxing, no-pressure setting. Held the 1st Wednesday of each month.

Books to Die For

A mystery/crime book club for amateur sleuths, armchair detectives, and forensic fanatics! This club meets at the Sprague Branch on the 1st Thursday of each month.

Bilingual Storytime/Cuento Bilingue

Every 1st Saturday of the month at 11am, kids and their caregivers are welcome to enjoy a fun and interactive bilingual (Spanish/English) Storytime.

Science Saturday Kids

Kids and families can do hands-on Science-Technology-Engineering-Art-Math (STEAM) activities with Westminster University scientists. Held the 1st Saturday of each month.

Zine Collective

A collaborative group for zinesters, artists, and creatives! Using the Library's zine collection as inspiration, we'll be collaborating to create our own zines.

Tween STEAM

Tween STEAM is a time for tweens ages 10–12 to explore some tech at the Sprague Branch. We'll meet the 2nd Monday of each month from 4–5:30pm. Registration is required.

Yarn Painting

The UMFA will show kids & teens how to make textiles and landscapes with yarn painting. Participants will see examples of this work, originating from the Huichol culture of Mexico, and make their own!

Used Book Sale at Sprague

Find great deals on used hardbacks, paperbacks, picture books, nonfiction, teen fiction, movies, and more. Money raised at Friends of The City Library sales helps fund Library programs and resources.

College Application Clinics

In these drop-in clinics, Members of the U of U and Westminster admissions offices can answer questions and help students and their families get started with the application process.

SALT & SEASON

A virtual club for cookbooks and all things food! Meet on Zoom for a fun chat and inspiration for your kitchen adventures. November's theme: As American as Apple Pie. Registration is required.

Terrific Tweens! Graphic Novel Book Club

Join us for a monthly book club for tweens ages 8–12. Discuss each month's graphic novel pick and enjoy snacks, crafts, and trivia.

Parade of Raptors

Kids and families can learn owl info and falcon facts in this presentation from HawkWatch International. Let your curiosity soar as you meet real-life raptors!

I Pulled My Shadow Into The Meadow... by Caro Nilsson

Opening reception for "I Pulled My Shadow Into The Meadow, With The Sun," by Caro Nilsson. Exhibit runs from November 14, 2026–January 8, 2027.

Internalities, by Rachel Pernick & Teasha Luu

Opening reception for "Internalities," quilts, fiber art, and sculpture, by Rachel Pernick & Teasha Luu. Exhibit runs from November 14, 2026–January 8, 2027.

Italian Language Conversation

Parliamo Italiano! You can practice speaking Italian and discuss Italian culture with native speakers in a friendly setting. Folks of all experience levels are welcome at this monthly get-together.

Under Our Feet, by Keersten Jensen

Opening reception for Under Our Feet, artwork by Keersten Jensen. Exhibit runs from November 14–December 26.

College Application Clinics

In these drop-in clinics, Members of the U of U and Westminster admissions offices can answer questions and help students and their families get started with the application process.

ITALIAN LANGUAGE CONVERSATION

Parliamo Italiano! You can practice speaking Italian and discuss Italian culture with native speakers in a friendly setting. Folks of all experience levels are welcome at this monthly get-together.

Day-Riverside Game Day

Get your game on and go play at the Library! We'll have a variety of classic and new-to-you tabletop & card games for all ages. Stay the whole time or drop in at your leisure.

Diwali Celebration 2026

Celebrate Diwali, the Festival of Lights, with South-Asian music and dance performances, activities, food, and a ceremonial lighting of diyas – lamps to ward off darkness.