The following is a listing of special events at the Sprague Branch Library (2131 South 1100 East) in Sugar House from May 16 through June 15. More information is available by calling 801-594-8640 during library hours: Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday.

Wednesdays, 10 a.m. Babies and Toddlers

Book Baby.

Wednesdays, 11 a.m. Preschool Ages

Preschool Storytime. Spanish-English the 4th Wednesday of the month.

Through June 14

Art Exhibit: Faces of China by Julie Lefgren. Artist's Statement: For the last 20 years I have lived off and on in Taiwan and China learning the language and culture of the Chinese people. In learning Mandarin, I have discovered a gateway into a people and history that is indescribably rich. My Chinese friends call me an "egg" - yellow (Chinese) on the inside and white on the outside. My work showcases the people of Mainland China, not as a mass group, but as the individuals that they are. Through my lens I tell a few of the stories and share a sliver of diversity that is to be found in one quarter of the world's population. I strive to capture that moment when a smile is given, work is in process or a thought is passing. Through my photography I show the Chinese people as I see and know them - as individuals who care about the things we all do: family, work, friends, play, food and the future.

May 16, 7 p.m.

Authors Live: Josh Hanagarne, The World's Strongest Librarian. The City Library celebrates the release of Josh Hanagarne's debut memoir, "The World's Strongest Librarian: A Memoir of Tourette's, Faith, Strength, and the Power of Family" with a lecture and public reception. Sponsored by The Library Store. Josh Hanagarne is a 6'7" giant known as "the World's Strongest Librarian." A librarian at the Salt Lake City Public Library, he battles his own case of Tourette Syndrome and works to help others. He believes in curiosity, questions, strength, and that things are never so bad they can't improve. Hanagarne's popular blog, World's Strongest Librarian, currently gets more than 80,000 visitors each month.

May 17, 3 p.m. Families

LEAP into Science: Mirror, Mirror. Everything we see, we see because of light! When light bounces, it is called reflection. Light travels in a straight line, unless an object gets in its way. Light reflects off different objects in different ways depending upon the surface it hits. If an object is smooth and shiny, a beam of light will bounce off of it in a predictable direction. You can use this phenomenon to play with light and aim it at a target of your choice.

May 27

Holiday. Library is closed.

June 1, 4 p.m. Adults

Mind and Meditation Workshop. Take a break from the busy day-to-day activities that can cause you stress, forgetfulness, sleeplessness and more. Spend an hour with The City Library to practice breathing and meditation techniques that will help you live in the present, break through mental barriers and realize your full potential.

June 1, 4 p.m.

Wasatch Beekeepers. Learn about bees, honey making, and honey harvesting with experts from the Wasatch Beekeepers Association.

June 4, 4 p.m. Families

Cowboy and Worm Storytime. Wrangle a can of fun at these rough and squiggly storytimes! Come dressed up as a cowpoke or your favorite underground creature.

June 7, 2 p.m. Families

Dig into Learning: Digging Dinosaurs. Grab hold of life-sized replicas of dinosaur fossils from the Natural History Museum of Utah and learn to compare different types of our planet's ancient inhabitants.

June 12, 2 p.m. Families

Zoo Mania. Encounter real, live animals at Zoo Mania's World of Animals presentation.

June 12, 7 p.m.

Amigos y Libros. Unase a un grupo de lectura en espanol! El grupo se reune una vez al mes, brindando la oportunidad de entablar un dialogo con amigos sobre libros y autores en su propio idioma. Los libros seleccionados cubren diversos temas de acuerdo con los intereses del grupo. Las reuniones se llevan a cabo el segundo miercoles de cada mes de las 7 p.m. a las 8:30 p.m.

June 13, 2 p.m. Families

Mad Science. What's happening underground? More than you might think! Learn about the earth's layers, soil-dwelling critters, and natural underground phenomena with Mad Science.

June 14, 2 p.m. Families

Dig into Dance with SLC Ballet. Do you dig dancing? Learn about being a dancer with professional and student dancers from SLC Ballet. Kids will enjoy a short dance class and performance. More info at slcballet.com.

June 15, noon

Sahaja Yoga Meditation. Reduce stress, increase wellness, and become more centered with the time-honored Sahaja meditation technique. It is so simple, anyone can do it. Learn how at this freeworkshop.

Sugar House is alive with arts and cultural activities. Keep your eyes peeled for more information about location, times, and performers