Weber County Library

10/08/2026

Something unnatural is stirring in the shadows. Join the library for a murder mystery inspired by America’s most infamous cryptids. Investigate clues, uncover secrets, and decide who—or what—is responsible before the night is over. Costumes encouraged. Skeptics beware.

Murder Mystery ✶ American Cryptid Edition
Southwest Branch & North Branch
Thu, Oct 15, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

10/07/2026

Meet New York Times Bestselling author of the Fablehaven Series, Brandon Mull. This event is made possible by Utah Humanities.

10/03/2026

There are several more chances to see Ogden Nature Center's bald eagle: Des ta Te, at the Weber County Library! Learn about this bird's magnificent characteristics, how it became our national symbol, and how it recovered from being on the endangered species list. Save the dates below because you don't want to miss this exciting opportunity.

Weber Reads: Our National Symbol
Pleasant Valley Branch | Sat Oct 10, 2:00 p.m.
Ogden Valley Branch | Sat, Oct 24, 2:00 p.m.
Main Library | Sat, Nov 7, 2:00 p.m.

10/03/2026

Stop by the Main Library on Jefferson Avenue today, and check out the specialist car show from club Wasatch Rods and Customs! A celebration of the cars that have shaped American culture, as part of our Weber Reads special events.

10/02/2026

The Library is proud to deliver our special Weber Reads boxes, filled with books centered around our annual theme, to schools across Weber County! This endeavor is funded in part by a generous donation from the Ralph Nye Charitable Foundation.

📚💙 A BIG thank you to the Weber County Library for their generous donation to Roosevelt Elementary's Library! Your support helps inspire a love of reading and learning in our students. We are so grateful for our amazing community partners! 📖✨

10/02/2026

Books, authors, poetry, big ideas, and conversations worth having. 📚✨

The Utah Humanities Book Festival is coming to Weber County Library! Join us for a week of special events celebrating the stories we read, the people who write them, and the ways books connect us.

From October 5–10, you can:

📖 Meet authors Liz Kay and Brandon Mull
🎤 Hear live poetry from Alberto Ríos and Sunni Wilkinson at Railtown Readings
💭 Share the book that changed you in a community conversation
📣 Learn how you can advocate for books with Let Utah Read
🎬 Watch The Librarians and stay for a panel discussion

📚 Utah Humanities Book Festival at Weber County Library
📅 October 5–10, 2026
📍 Main Library + Pleasant Valley Branch

Which event are you adding to your calendar?

10/01/2026

Our North Branch community had a blast with our guest puppeteers: "The Puppet Players." The Puppet Players will be presenting two more shows, one at the Ogden Valley Branch, and the other at the Southwest Branch. Don't miss out on this funny AND educational show!

Ogden Valley Branch | Sat, Oct 3, 2:00 p.m.
Southwest Branch | Sat, Nov 7, 3:00 p.m.

What were the animals doing during the American Revolution? Find out as The Puppet Players present “Paws, Patriots and Powdered Wigs: Tails from the American Revolution,” a puppet show packed with humor, history, and heroic critters!

10/01/2026

Step into the strange and unexpected with guest presenter Danny B. Stewart for an evening of urban legends, ghost stories, and local lore. From chilling tales passed down through generations to mysterious happenings that still spark debate today, this program explores the stories that haunt our imaginations and communities.

Legends & Lore ✶ Danny B. Stewart
Southwest Branch | Thu, Oct 8, 6:30 p.m.
Main Library | Thu, Oct 15, 6:30 p.m.
North Branch | Thu, Nov 12, 6:30 p.m.

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Join us for a fascination look at American folktales and legends with speaker Lisa Gabbert from Utah State University. Discover the stories, myths, and traditions that continue to shape American culture and storytelling.

Legends & Lore ✶ Lisa Gabbert
Pleasant Valley Branch | Mon, Oct 12, 6:30 p.m.
Southwest Branch | Thu, Nov 12, 6:30 p.m.

09/29/2026

Join us for a special visit from inventor Benjamin Franklin! Learn about Benjamin Franklin’s contributions to science and conduct exciting experiments of your own. 🔑🪁

Southwest Branch | Tue, Oct 6, 4:00 p.m.
Pleasant Valley Branch | Wed, Oct 14, 2:00 p.m.
Main Library | Mon, Oct 26, 3:30 p.m.