Wednesday, July 2- Hiss & Tell Snake Journaling, 3:30 p.m., North-East Branch Library, 6000 Wilson Ave. Become a snake detective and capture your own slithery sightings in your own homemade nature journal. For ages 5 to 12, all materials provided; free.

Friday, July 4- Independence Day. Happy 249th Birthday to the United States of America!

Saturday, July 5- Patriotic Mural Painting, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Ninth & Hardesty Bridge. Join Sheffield neighbors as work continues to beautify the bridge with a patriotic theme, all paint and brushes provided. Sponsored by Sheffield Neighborhood Association.

Monday, July 7- Teen Juice & Paint, 5:30 to 7 p.m., North-East Branch Library, 6000 Wilson Ave. Enjoy a juicy beverage while painting with your friends. All painting supplies provided, for teens ages 12 to 18; free.

Thursday, July 10- Coffee, Culture and Conversation, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., Northeast Chamber of Commerce, 2657 Independence Blvd. This month’s special guest is Wendy English, The Growth Coach, a specialist in leadership development and strategic coaching. Enjoy coffee, a treat and network with other community members during this event; free.

Thursday, July 10- The Neighborhood Meet & Greet, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., 2415 Independence Ave. (American Sons of Columbus) Do you have photos and memories of the North End (Columbus Park) neighborhood? Stop by to share these and more with the producers of a documentary in development.  Sponsored by Kansas City Italians, call 816-807-7048 for more information.

Friday, July 11- Teen Terror Scary Movie, 2 p.m., North-East Branch Library, 6000 Wilson Ave.

Meet your friends at the library and enjoy a scary movie. For teens ages 13 to 18; free — popcorn and drinks provided.

Saturday, July 12- Summer Slime!, 12 to 2 p.m., North-East Branch Library, 6000 Wilson Ave. Mix up some colorful slime while experimenting with color combinations. For ages 5 to 12; free.