Join Burien Library to launch the all-new Summer Reading Program, Curious Creatures! Burien Library is hosting a fun-filled launch party to celebrate the start of Summer Reading. This summer, celebrate the curiosity of learning with a reading challenge—complete your reading goals to win exciting prizes and enjoy special events at your local library all summerMore
For adults. Discover the therapeutic art of candle making in a relaxing environment, where creativity and serenity come together. Leave with a personalized, handcrafted candle. Please register at kcls.org.
For adults. Social service providers will help connect you to resources such as healthcare, education, recovery haircuts and more! Get help with a free phone and ORCA card. Hygiene kits and free lunches available, while supplies last. Participating agencies include: Molina Medical, Choose 180, Ideal Option, Maria Bonita College of Beauty, King County Public Health,More
For adults. Explore color, shapes and patterns by crafting felted bowls inspired by the natural world. Practice wet felting techniques and learn to work with colorful wool and embellishment fibers. Ages 13 and older. Please register at kcls.org.
For adults. How is Burien's prehistory relevant to its people today? Join David Buerge, author of Chief Seattle and the Town that took his Name, to explore the roots of Burien's present. Learn more about this local history and how it speaks today. Registration not required.
Ages 13 and older. In this class taught by Julia from Little World of Whimsy, learn basic crochet skills to make a mini amigurumi pumpkin! Even if you've never picked up a hook before, you'll be able to master crocheting in turned rows. Please register at kcls.org.
For adults. Use a variety of simple and satisfying watercolor techniques while exploring the color and textures that autumn brings. Supplies provided. Please register at kcls.org.
For adults. Bring a plant to take a plant! Labeled indoor and outdoor plants, seeds and bulbs welcome. Master Gardeners will provide free advice. There will be a limited number of free starts and potting soil available. Registration not required.
For adults. Learn about mushrooms found in Washington while practicing wet and dry felting techniques. You will leave with a felted mushroom of your own! Please register at kcls.org.
For teens and adults. For beginner folders! Explore simple paper and folds to create something extraordinary. Please register at kcls.org.
For adults. Make your future beach walks all the more rewarding! Learn from Burien's Environmental Science Center about the Puget Sound's unique intertidal zone. This is a great way to learn more about your local ecosystems. Please register at kcls.org.
Ages 12 to 18. Earn volunteer hours and help make decisions about what we offer for teens regarding programs, books, social media and more at the Burien Library! Please register at kcls.org.