From artificial intelligence and outdoor cooking to sea turtle rescue and maritime history, there’s something new to discover at the library this June. Explore upcoming virtual events for adults, kids, and teens that will spark creativity, curiosity, and connection all month long.
Adults
Power and Politics in the Age of A.I.
Wednesday, June 03, 6:00pm–7:30pm
In this talk, Humanities Washington Speaker, Onur Bakiner, explores the ways that AI companies are shutting people out of their creation, stifling competition, threatening jobs, and shaking up society. Then learn how we can fight back, helping shape this new technology into a tool that helps us lead productive, enjoyable, healthy, and meaningful lives.
Learn more about Artificial Intelligence with our blog post on Getting Started with Generative A.I.
Al Fresco Dining with Rosemary & Thyme
Friday, June 12, 5:00pm–6:00pm
Sunny summer is in full swing! Celebrate by taking dining outdoors. Whether it's a concert, a low-key hike, a picnic in the park, or any other excuse for eating outside, private chef Melody Alferez has tips for you. Join us to observe or cook along with Melody as she demonstrates recipes and teaches techniques for a memorable outdoor dining experience. Full recipes, including a shopping and prep list, will be emailed prior to the event.
Want more great cooking tips? Check out our Cookbooks page to stay up-to-date with the latest recipes and register to attend one of our summer food programs.
How Location Sketching Builds Connection to Place with Eleanor Doughty
Tuesday, June 30, 6:00pm–7:00pm
Sketching on location documents your surroundings, changes your relationship to that place, and leaves you with a drawing immortalizing that experience. Eleanor Doughty, opens a new window is an illustrator originally from the D.C. area, now based in Seattle in the Pacific Northwest. She has worked as a full-time freelance artist & educator since 2017, finding her niche in location illustration and large-scale works. Eleanor is a guest artist at this year's Sketcher Fest, opens a new window in Edmonds, Washington. She shares her journey working as a sketchbook artist specializing in this analogue art form.
Check out a book on Urban Sketching to hone your technique, watch our interview with Nishant Jain on how to build a 5-minute drawing habit, and let your creative spirit flow at one of our many Arts, Crafts & DIY events.
Kids & Teens
Sea Turtle Rescue & Rehabilitation with Sea Turtle, Inc.
Thursday, June 04, 4:00pm–4:45pm
Join us to learn about the injuries and threats endangered sea turtles face, and what Sea Turtle Inc., opens a new window is doing to help. From South Padre Island, Texas to the world, Sea Turtle, Inc., opens a new window protects sea turtles through conservation, medical care, applied research and education.
Learn more about these beautiful creatures in the World Book Encyclopedia and dive deep into the undersea world with books and family-friendly documentaries about sea turtles.
Cargos Around the World with Mystic Seaport Museum
Thursday, June 18, 3:30pm–4:30pm
Learn about world geography through transportation of goods and people on water. Cargo transport will be examined throughout history, including types of cargo, ships, and insight into life aboard the transport vessels. Mystic Seaport Museum, opens a new window is the nation’s leading maritime museum. Founded in 1929 to gather and preserve the rapidly disappearing artifacts of America’s seafaring past, the Museum has grown to become a national center for research and education with the mission to “inspire an enduring connection to the American maritime experience.”
Immerse yourself in the world of ocean adventures, daring voyages, and life at sea with Seafaring Fiction for Kids and A Sailor's Life at Sea: Teen Fiction.
All times listed are for Pacific Time (PT). Registration for each device is required to receive a reminder email with the Zoom link 24 hours before the event begins. If you register less than 24 hours before the event, your confirmation email will have the Zoom link.
To request a sign language interpreter, opens a new window, complete this online form, opens a new window or contact your local library, opens a new window at least two weeks prior to the library event. Interpreters will be provided based on availability.
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Looking for more to explore? Check out our full lineup of online events for kids, teens, and adults, with new opportunities to learn, create, and connect all year long!
