Events

Use scenarios, activities and videos to learn how to recognize and respond to adults showing signs of mental health or substance use challenges. 

The concepts, skills and information about local resources provided are relevant for…

Who are your people? What is your family story?

How do you start building your family tree?

Join members of the Black Genealogy Research Group of Seattle and find out! Get one-to-one help learning about your family history in a friendly…

Join local photo enthusiast, Josh Bercey, for another discussion of photography!This session is divided into two parts. In the first part, we’ll share our favorite photos and engage in a group discussion about them. In the second part,…

Learn about herbal remedies from Rachel Caplan Erickson, ND, LAc. 

Everyday herbs and spices can be used to help alleviate tummy aches, nervousness, colds and flus. When you find yourself at home and in a pinch, you can turn to the…

For crafters of all kinds! Bring your project to work on and spend some time getting to know other crafters in your community. 

Sponsored by the Friends of the Kingsgate Library.

For adults and teens, ages 16 and older.

Reasonable…

Credit and debt can be tools utilized for reaching financial goals.

Learn how debt accumulation can be used to meet life goals or a crippling hindrance that can hold one back. Also, get an overview of how lenders use credit reports and…

Get expert tech help on a weekly basis from the teens of the Mercer Island High School Coding Club.

Sponsored by the Mercer Island High School Coding Club, City of Mercer Island Youth and Family Services and the Mercer Island Library.

This free support group is open to ages 11 to 22 who identify as LGBTQ+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or queer, plus other identities like non-binary, gender non-conforming, etc.) and for youth who may be questioning or…

In this hands-on class, learn how to fix a flat tire, and how to clean and lubricate your bike's drivetrain. 

Mastering these two skills will keep your bike in top shape and keep you rolling when you get a flat. 

You will learn by…

Have you been impacted by the war on drugs? 

Join a 4-session workshop—an empowering space to express, recover and rebuild through art.  

All supplies provided.  

For adults.

Please register here. Space is…

Practice and share your writing with other teen authors!  

Learn about the basic elements of writing and get ideas for developing a story. Discover different genres, enjoy time to write and request feedback (if…

Learn about the equipment and software available in the sound recording room in the Makerspace.

Please register. 

Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email access@kcls.org at least seven…

Have you always wanted to learn how to draw anime figures?

In this introductory three-part series, you will be guided through the basics of anime drawing starting with portrait and facial expressions, moving to full figure, and finishing…

Learn English reading, writing, grammar and conversation skills with an experienced instructor. The instructor will be remote.

Presented by Emily Stinnett. 

10 sessions online.

Please register to receive the Zoom link. Space is…

10-11am: Themed English Lesson

11am-12pm:  Small Group Talk Time

Come to one or both!

Presented by the Mercer Island Chinese Association, in partnership with the Mercer Island Library.

Registration not required.

Reasonable…

Discover Excel for work or home.

Learn how to store data and perform calculations in a spreadsheet. 

Must be able to use a mouse and keyboard.

Please register.

Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by…

Enhance your knowledge of the N400 Application for Naturalization form. Practice for the reading and writing test. Answer the U.S. History and Civics questions.

Taught by Alysan Croydon, International Rescue Committee (IRC) Civics…

Come to a drop-in activity program for adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. 

This is a weekly get-together to have fun and make friends. We'll play games and maybe do some simple art projects from time to time!

Registration…

Learn the basics of using a Windows computer. Class includes video, live instruction, interactive practice and time to strengthen technology skills at your own pace.

Laptops and mice will be available to use during the class. Bring your own…

Create, play and explore with fellow seniors!

Join the Vashon Senior Center and the Vashon Library for fun after lunch! Activities include crafts, games and more. The library provides the materials, and you provide the imagination.