Introduce your little one to the sounds and rhythms of language through short poems, stories, and music. Then stay for play! For children ages 0-3 and their caregivers.
The Sanderson Sisters are back, and they've cast a spell that threatens to turn the library into a permanent realm of darkness. With only 30 minutes before the spell becomes irreversible, it's up to you and your fellow book lovers to unravel clues, solve magical puzzles, and break the enchantment! To reserve a 30 min time slot please call the Capac Library. The room is available 12-4:30PM 10/19 to 10/22.
Whether you're an experienced player or new to the game, join this fun group of Mahjong players.
Come join us in the teen zone of the library to paint your own pumpkin! Whether you like your pumpkins spooky or silly all ideas are welcome! We have a variety of paint colors so you can decorate your very own pumpkin however you would like!
Unwind after school with an afternoon of Nintendo Switch gaming! Jump into favorites like Mario Kart, Minecraft, and Super Smash Bros.; challenge friends; and see who comes out on top.
Calling teen adventurers! Do you like tabletop role-playing games? Are you curious about how Dungeons & Dragons is played? Join other teens to play and learn as you go. No experience necessary. Everything needed, such as dice and character sheets, will be provided.
The collective began in Pine Grove Park in Port Huron with two, then three, and then four guys playing on Saturdays in the park. Soon they moved on to performing at a growing number of venues throughout the Blue Water Area. They play 50's to 90's Classic Rock, Country, Folk, Blues, and Gospel. All accompaniment is live with acoustic and electric guitars, banjo, bass, harmonica, percussion, and a variety of other instruments.
This program will take place at the Don Dodge Auditorium located at 200 Grand River Ave, Port Huron, MI. This venue is behind and across the street from the Port Huron/Main Branch of the St. Clair County Library System.
KIDS - ever want to cut up a book? Now is your chance! Join us in Memphis to use old book pages to make a spooky ghost picture. Activity is geared for elementary aged kids. Please register as space is limited.
Come in and browse the great selection of gently used books, DVD's, CD's, puzzles & more at our semi-annual book sale! Proceeds support library projects and programs. Donations accepted beginning September 15th. Book sale is held during library hours - Wednesday & Thursday 9am-8pm, and Friday 9am-5pm.
Join us for a fun and educational blend of stories, crafts, movement activities, and songs. Hope to see you there!
Come play or learn the tiled game of Mahjong. This is different from the on-line game. We will do our best to help you learn how to play.
Join us for a happy blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children, followed by activity time with play structured to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for learning.
Join us at the Ira Township Library for a fun blend of stories, crafts, and movement activities! Whether your child loves stories or is just discovering the joy of books, Storytime offers a welcoming space to build imagination, early skills, and connections with others.
CANCELED - Join us at the Capac Library to enjoy read aloud stories with a mix of songs, movement, and structured activities that promote early learning and literacy
Bring your preschool-age children for some storytime fun! They will enjoy a reading, an energetic activity, and a craft. Bring your favorite stuffie to our specially themed dates: October 28 - Halloween, November 25 - Thanksgiving, and December 23 - Christmas.
The Sanderson Sisters are back, and they've cast a spell that threatens to turn the library into a permanent realm of darkness. With only 30 minutes before the spell becomes irreversible, it's up to you and your fellow book lovers to unravel clues, solve magical puzzles, and break the enchantment! To reserve a 30 min time slot please call the Capac Library. The room is available 12-4:30PM 10/19 to 10/22.
If you missed the DIY catapults on 10/17, we're doing them again! Learn some of the science behind how they work, then take the challenge. Can you build a catapult and knock down the castle's walls? Come find out!
Join us for a relaxing afternoon of Diamond Art! All skill levels welcome. Supplies are provided.
Are you looking for an opportunity to share your writing with peers? Maybe you just need a quiet space to work on your writing, whether for fiction or non-fiction, school or fun. Join us at the Memphis Branch for our Teen Writing Club! Refreshments as well as notebooks and writing utensils will be provided. you are welcome to bring your own laptop or your materials, if preferred. Time includes for writing and optional sharing.
Magic together your own grimoire by using an old book and the spirit of Halloween. Great for costumes and cosplaying.
Running from the sunlight? Then run to the library for a mad scientist's fusion of two beloved programs: mocktail workshops and karaoke.
All ages are welcome to our night of eyeball potions, haunting melodies, Halloween trivia, and costumes!
This program will take place at the Don Dodge Auditorium located at 200 Grand River Ave, Port Huron, MI. This venue is behind and across the street from the Port Huron/Main Branch. Registration Requested.
Go batty at the Capac Library! Learn about Michigan's bats and how to help protect and ensure their future during a visit from the Seven Ponds Nature Center. All ages are welcome. Registration requested.
Join us for a fall-tastic evening of diamond painting! We will be working on autumn-themed magnets. No experience necessary.
Come in and browse the great selection of gently used books, DVD's, CD's, puzzles & more at our semi-annual book sale! Proceeds support library projects and programs. Donations accepted beginning September 15th. Book sale is held during library hours - Wednesday & Thursday 9am-8pm, and Friday 9am-5pm.
Enjoy a story and simple craft followed by activity time with structured play to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for early learning.
The Sanderson Sisters are back, and they've cast a spell that threatens to turn the library into a permanent realm of darkness. With only 30 minutes before the spell becomes irreversible, it's up to you and your fellow book lovers to unravel clues, solve magical puzzles, and break the enchantment! To reserve a 30 min time slot please call the Capac Library. The room is available 12-4:30PM 10/19 to 10/22.
Hang out with your friends and enjoy a snack once every Thursday anytime between 2:30-4:00 p.m. and once a month pizza! Engage in activities such as playing board or Switch games, participating in scavenger hunts, conversing with friends, reading a book or simply relaxing. Pizza and snacks provided by Friends of the Yale Library.
Teens your invited to attend our first ever Book Club, called "Read the Room". We will read the book Shelter by Harlan Coben and on Thursday, October 22 at 2:45 we will discuss the book. Snacks will be provided to ensure we have the energy to talk details.
Bring the pumpkin spice to your porch by decorating your own fall themed welcome mat!
Enjoy lively conversation regarding the book of the month. Please call the Capac Library at the beginning of each month for the title.
Bringing insight and engagement about the Detroit Instatute of Arts' collection from the museum to your community. A mystery is defined as something unexplained or inexplicable, or as a person or thing having qualities that arouse curiosity or speculation. The many mysteries of the DIA include stories and images, newly discovered meanings and issues of authenticity. Sponsored by the Friends of the Burtchville Library.
Come in and browse the great selection of gently used books, DVD's, CD's, puzzles & more at our semi-annual book sale! Proceeds support library projects and programs. Donations accepted beginning September 15th. Book sale is held during library hours - Wednesday & Thursday 9am-8pm, and Friday 9am-5pm.
Join us as we work on motor, and social skills in a variety of methods. Geared to children preschool and younger.
Join us for a happy blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children, followed by activity time with play structured to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for learning.
Play is serious business! Through play, children develop their imaginations, vocabularies, and physical dexterity. Through play with others, they learn social skills like sharing and communicating. And in a playgroup, they can make new friends (and parents can, too). Join us every Friday morning at the Ira Township Library for a fun and educational playtime! Best suited for ages 0-5. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ira Township Library.
Meet up with friendly and fun folks for a game of Swipe (local variation!), or whatever card game the group decides to play. "Shut the Box" and other games available too.
Join us the a monthly book club at the G. Lynn Campbell branch. Here are the exciting titles for this fall.
10/23 - A Good Girl's Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson
11/20 - And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie
12/18 - The Christmas Bookshop by Jenny Colgan
We're turning the tables on magic by revealing how tricks work because of science principles. You'll learn why the tricks work as well as how to perform them to mystify friends and family.
Make your nights shine a little brighter this fall by making a Halloween-themed lantern! Perfect to use as a decoration or to carry along on your next trick-or-treating adventure. Come get your glow on at the Ira Library! Please register, as supplies are limited.
Join us at the library for a showing of "Hotel Transylvania." We will provide popcorn, snacks, and drinks.
Easy-going introduction to the world of handmade crafts and analog skills, chosen to help develop fine motor skills, patience, and creativity. Think simple projects: crochet, sewing, weaving, jewelry, and clay. All materials and instruction supplied.
Need a last-minute Halloween costume for yourself or the family? Learn how to make a costume for the holiday with book pages! All ages welcome.
Preschoolers and their adults: Join us at the library for a happy blend of stories, rhymes, music and movement, followed by a creative activity time.
Join us in the Yale Library for a storytime filled with a happy blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children, followed by activity time with structured play to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for learning.
Join us for a fun blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children. We'll also enjoy a craft and movement activities for aiding growth and education. Caregivers welcomed to participate too!
We will be working on simple projects, your choice of embroidery or cross stitch. There will be kits available to do, or feel free to bring in a project you are working on and make some new stitching friends!
Come and join a dedicated group of knitters! Beginners are welcome--this group is happy to help! Bring a project to work on, or start something new.
Adults...join us weekly to play this popular word game! All levels of skill are welcome.
Join us for a relaxing and inspiring session where you'll explore the beauty of watercolors.
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, our instructor will help you to develop your unique style while practicing essential techniques. Don't miss this opportunity to unwind and express your creativity through watercolor.
All materials will be provided. Registration requested.
Join us for a lively conversation with Michigan author Barbara E. Bull. She is the author of the popular The Katherine MacLeod/
Cloud Cottage series while her latest book In This Place has just been named a finalist in the New Generation Indie Book Awards.
This program is located at 200 Grand River Ave at the Don Dodge Auditorium. This is the building directly south across the street from the Main Library.
Join us at the Yale Library each month to meet with your friends, take part in lively discussions, and feed your fiction addiction by reading the month's selection.
October (10/26): The Very Secret Society of Irregualar Witches by Sangu Mandanna
November (11/23): Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil by John Berendt
December (12/28): The Secret Christmas Library by Jenny Colgan
*Please plan ahead as some participants may need to request books from interlibrary loan.
Join us on the 4th Monday at 6pm to discuss the current book selection of the month. Registration is kindly requested.
October: The Keeper of Hidden Books by Madeline Martin
November: The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon
December: The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah
Introduce your little one to the sounds and rhythms of language through short poems, stories, and music. Then stay for play! For children ages 0-3 and their caregivers.
Whether you're an experienced player or new to the game, join this fun group of Mahjong players.
Attention, Quilters! We are starting a small class centered on quilting. We will have a like-minded group of people to work on quilting, whether it be a pattern you want to try, a question you may have, or just want to get comfortable with quilting. We will have a few basic machines to use, and some notions, like a cutting mat, rotary cutter, iron, etc. We will not be supplying material or thread. We will have a few quilt patterns to look at and attempt. Quilters can bring in their personal projects, and perhaps machines, to work together to become better quilters!
Join us to create a variety of fall themed diamond painting! We have many ornaments, coasters, and other fun projects to get you ready for the season.
President Abraham Lincoln shares about our nation's history and his own personal history by way of some of his favorite stories and jokes. Mr. Lincoln sometimes told these simply to entertain, but more often than not, when he would begin "That reminds me of a little story…", there were other reasons, too. He might wish to illustrate a point, to relieve tension, or to distract from the difficulties and hard realities of life, especially in the midst of the Civil War. As he told his Cabinet, "With the fearful strain that is upon me night and day, if I did not laugh occasionally I should die, and you need this medicine as much as I do".
Mr. Lincoln's stories and jokes speak to those common and everyday human experiences to which his audience can readily relate. They will make you laugh, but many will also cause you to reflect on life, people, and the world we live in.
This program is located at 200 Grand River Ave at the Don Dodge Auditorium. This is the building directly south across the street from the Main Library.
Take a break from your usual routine and join this group of eclectic readers in exploring a wide variety of genres.
Join us for a fun and educational blend of stories, crafts, movement activities, and songs. Hope to see you there!
Come play Canasta with us! Don't know how or need a refresher? We'll help you.
Join us for a happy blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children, followed by activity time with play structured to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for learning.
Join us at the Ira Township Library for a fun blend of stories, crafts, and movement activities! Whether your child loves stories or is just discovering the joy of books, Storytime offers a welcoming space to build imagination, early skills, and connections with others.
Join us at the Capac Library to enjoy read aloud stories with a mix of songs, movement, and structured activities that promote early learning and literacy
Bring your preschool-age children for some storytime fun! They will enjoy a reading, an energetic activity, and a craft. Bring your favorite stuffie to our specially themed dates: October 28 - Halloween, November 25 - Thanksgiving, and December 23 - Christmas.
Join us each month for an afternoon of fun and relaxation at the Yale Library Diamond Painting Club! We'll meet on the 4th week of each month to work on a wide variety of diamond painting projects as we enjoy the company of friends both new and old. Beginners welcome, registration requested.
TRICK-OR-TREAT!! Join us for bingo and win some sweets.
Enjoy a story and simple craft followed by activity time with structured play to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for early learning.
Hang out with your friends and enjoy a snack once every Thursday anytime between 2:30-4:00 p.m. and once a month pizza! Engage in activities such as playing board or Switch games, participating in scavenger hunts, conversing with friends, reading a book or simply relaxing. Pizza and snacks provided by Friends of the Yale Library.
A fun and informative D&D program for teens. Join us for some laughs as we embark on a journey through fantasy and wonder. Learn some new D&D adjacent hobbies like miniature painting and cosplay. And try some other ttrpg systems that thrive in different storytelling interactions.
Build your creativity and collaboration skills on the last Thursday of the month! Make characters, go on wild adventures, and roll dice to decide your destiny, no experience needed and accessible at any age.
Join us for an evening of fun and relaxation at the Ira Township Library's Diamond Painting Club! Work on a variety of diamond painting projects as you enjoy the company of friends both new and old. Beginners welcome, registration requested.
Kids of all ages, stop in the Marysville branch for some spooktacular crafts, games, and treats! Enter our best costume contest for a chance to win a cool prize. You won't want to miss the ghouish fun!
Join us for an informative discussion with Ted Bott, Community Educator with the Michigan Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association.
Join us as we work on motor, and social skills in a variety of methods. Geared to children preschool and younger.
Join us for a happy blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children, followed by activity time with play structured to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for learning.
Play is serious business! Through play, children develop their imaginations, vocabularies, and physical dexterity. Through play with others, they learn social skills like sharing and communicating. And in a playgroup, they can make new friends (and parents can, too). Join us every Friday morning at the Ira Township Library for a fun and educational playtime! Best suited for ages 0-5. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ira Township Library.
Meet up with friendly and fun folks for a game of Swipe (local variation!), or whatever card game the group decides to play. "Shut the Box" and other games available too.
This big Halloween party caters just to the littles, with games, songs, crafts, and lots of treats! Geared for toddlers and young preschoolers - nothing scary to see here. Registration requested for children attending. This event will be held in the Don Dodge Auditorium, 200 Grand River Ave.
Join us for a showing of Halloweentown! Come dressed in your Halloween costume for a chance to win a prize. Popcorn, drinks, and snacks provided.
Try your hand at Diamond Painting or bring your own w.i.p. (work-in-progress) and join us for friendship and crafting support from other crafters. Whether you knit, crochet, embroider, cross-stich, color, or something else entirely, all crafts are welcome!
Preschoolers and their adults: Join us at the library for a happy blend of stories, rhymes, music and movement, followed by a creative activity time.
Join us in the Yale Library for a storytime filled with a happy blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children, followed by activity time with structured play to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for learning.
Join us for a fun blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children. We'll also enjoy a craft and movement activities for aiding growth and education. Caregivers welcomed to participate too!
Join us during our monthly meetings to discuss new and ongoing projects.
Come and join a dedicated group of knitters! Beginners are welcome--this group is happy to help! Bring a project to work on, or start something new.
Adults...join us weekly to play this popular word game! All levels of skill are welcome.
Introduce your little one to the sounds and rhythms of language through short poems, stories, and music. Then stay for play! For children ages 0-3 and their caregivers.
Join in the fun! Learn to crochet, or bring your own projects and crochet with the group! There will be supplies and patterns available for all different skill levels. We will work on an enjoyable new project each month.
"Get involved - Be among friends!" Become a part of your community library and discuss plans for the future. All are welcome!
Whether you're an experienced player or new to the game, join this fun group of Mahjong players.
Teens, hang out with your friends and play RPG games like D&D. Snacks and beverages will be provided by the Friends of the Burtchville Library. Ages 13-18. Registration requested.
Set sail with engineering while making a paddleboat run completely on rubber bands! Learn about different types of energy and propulsion while designing and testing your creations. Please register, as supplies are limited.
Calling teen adventurers! Do you like tabletop role-playing games? Are you curious about how Dungeons & Dragons is played? Join other teens to play and learn as you go. No experience necessary. Everything needed, such as dice and character sheets, will be provided.
CANCELLED-Come join local artist Stacey Kavanagh as she guides you through each step to create a holiday themed painting! All materials will be provided. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Yale Library.
Ever wanted to write a book? Join Meredith Dimick - author of Critical Focus, a psychological thriller/horror/dark comedy - as she leads you through her writing process. (Note: Not THE writing process. HER writing process.) By taking you step by step through choosing a tone, solidifying a setting, and drawing inspiration from words and people around you, Meredith will lean on her experiences of writing Critical Focus to demystify the process of turning an idea into a novel. Walk in with an open mind, walk out with something worth writing about.
Join us for an evening of fun and relaxation at the Memphis Library Diamond Painting Club. We'll work on a variety of diamond painting projects as we enjoy the company of friends, both new and old. Beginners are always welcome, registration requested.
Join us on the first Tuesday of each month for a fun and relaxing evening at the Marysville Library Diamond Painting Club. We'll work on a wide variety of projects as we enjoy the company of friends, both old and new. Beginners are welcome; registration is requested.
Join us for a fun and educational blend of stories, crafts, movement activities, and songs. Hope to see you there!
Come play or learn the tiled game of Mahjong. This is different from the on-line game. We will do our best to help you learn how to play.
Join us for a happy blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children, followed by activity time with play structured to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for learning.
Join us at the Ira Township Library for a fun blend of stories, crafts, and movement activities! Whether your child loves stories or is just discovering the joy of books, Storytime offers a welcoming space to build imagination, early skills, and connections with others.
Bring your sewing, knitting, paper, or other portable projects to the Burtchville Library to work on them while connecting with fellow crafters. Whether you want to learn new skills, share your knowledge with others, or just enjoy the companionship of other makers, please join us. Registration requested. Ages 19 and up.
Bring your sewing, knitting, paper, or other portable projects to the Burtchville Library to work on them while connecting with fellow crafters. Whether you want to learn new skills, share your knowledge with others, or just enjoy the companionship of other makers, please join us. Registration requested. Ages 19 and up.
Join us at the Capac Library to enjoy read aloud stories with a mix of songs, movement, and structured activities that promote early learning and literacy
Bring your preschool-age children for some storytime fun! They will enjoy a reading, an energetic activity, and a craft. Bring your favorite stuffie to our specially themed dates: October 28 - Halloween, November 25 - Thanksgiving, and December 23 - Christmas.
Spend the afternoon crafting at the Yale library. Use our paper crafting supplies to create cards, scrapbook pages and more! Light snacks will be offered. Feel free to bring your own project to work on with friends.
Teens, are you curious about Diamond Painting? Maybe you've wanted to join on other dates, but they were for adults. Come give it a try at the Memphis Library! We will have a few different projects for participants to choose from and all supplies are provided.
October: magnets - both Halloween and book stacks
November: bookmarks - dog, cat or dragon
December: winter greeting cards
Drop in at the Yale Library on the first Wednesday of each month and tinker around with Tinkertoys, Legos, and magnetic tiles. Meet the monthly challenge or create your own design! Your masterpiece can be displayed until the next Tinker Time. Ages 5-12.
Love Lego? Show off your skills! Drop in between 4 and 6 pm on the first Wednesday of the month to take on our monthly Lego building challenge. Build something epic, then see your creation displayed at the library until the next Lego Club meet-up. Ages 5-12. Registration requested.
Mixed media artist Carol Schulte will guide you in painting an adorable frazzled bird on a zippered canvas pouch.
A group of support, understanding, and shared information for those caring for loved ones experiencing dementia/Alzheimer's. This group meets on the 1st Wednesday of the month.
Visit the Yale Library and join Meredith Dimick - author of Critical Focus, a psychological thriller/horror/dark comedy - as she leads you through her writing process. By taking you step by step through choosing a tone, solidifying a setting, and drawing inspiration from the words and people around you, Meredith will draw on her experience writing Critical Focus to demystify the process of turning an idea into a novel. Walk in with an open mind, walk out with something worth writing about.
Whether you enjoy hot or cold beverages on the go, keep your hands at the perfect temperature with these fun felt sleeves for your travel cup.
Come in and browse the great selection of gently used books, DVDs, CDs, puzzles and more! Proceeds support library projects and programs. Stop in during library hours, and until noon on Tuesday Nov. 10th.
Join us for a unique concept in aerobic exercise, performed to upbeat music, from the comfort and support of a chair!
Enjoy a story and simple craft followed by activity time with structured play to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for early learning.
Let's get crafty! In honor of Dinovember, we'll be painting some adorable plaster dinos.
November-Collage Memory Board
Design a customized memory board that sparks nostalgia, utilizing personal photographs, tickets or notes, or craft the board and enhance it with individual mementos.
December-Hot Chocolate Wood Slice Ornament
Participate in crafting a wooden ornament using an array of markers, stickers, paints and additional art supplies. All while savoring hot chocolate tailored to your preference.
Hang out with your friends and enjoy a snack once every Thursday anytime between 2:30-4:00 p.m. and once a month pizza! Engage in activities such as playing board or Switch games, participating in scavenger hunts, conversing with friends, reading a book or simply relaxing. Pizza and snacks provided by Friends of the Yale Library.
Looking for recommendations on what to read next? Want to share your thoughts on the book you just finished? Need to make progress on a crafty project? Come sit for a spell and spin a yarn while you work on your handicrafts and talk books with fellow readers and crafters. Light refreshments will be available.
Fill a jar with sand and fun little charms to create your own DIY I Spy game to go.
Let's get crafty! In honor of Dinovember, we'll be painting some adorable plaster dinos.
Can't paint watercolor? No problem. Fearless Watercolor Painting's Holiday Edition promises to lead you step-by-step to mastery of at least two beautiful paintings! Local artist Sally LePla returns with painting tips that will amaze your friends and family. Just in time for holiday gifting. Supplies will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own. Registration is requested.
Make reading even more fun by painting your own design on a wooden bookmark!
India is a fascinating travel destination brimming with culture, food, history, archeology, tradition and more. As the world's most populous country, the sights, sounds and colors lend an intriguing aura.
Mariya's travels to India featured two distinct and completely separate areas: the "Golden Triangle" of Delhi, Jaipur and Agra, site of the Taj Mahal, built over 22 years by a Mughal emperor to honor his favorite wife and widely recognized as a monument of love.
She then explored the Malabar coast (modern-day Kerala), known as the "spice garden of India" - the primary, ancient center for trading black pepper, cardamom, and cinnamon to the Middle East, Rome, and eventually Europe.
Join us for an overview of a fascinating and informative trip
Ulysses S. and Julia Grant lived in Detroit for a time, well before he became president or fought in the Civil War. Now their former home is being restored after being relocated. Join us at the Memphis Library branch as Moe Doyle from the Michigan History Foundation delivers a presentation about the relocation and restoration process, as well as the life of the Grants.
Need a piece of cute, rustic decor to spruce up your home this fall? Look no further! Swoop on over to the Ira Library to decorate a unique, nature-themed owl keepsake. Every owl will be different - but they are all guaranteed to make you smile. Please register, as supplies are limited.
Come in and browse the great selection of gently used books, DVDs, CDs, puzzles and more! Proceeds support library projects and programs. Stop in during library hours, and until noon on Tuesday Nov. 10th.
Join us as we work on motor, and social skills in a variety of methods. Geared to children preschool and younger.
Join us for a happy blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children, followed by activity time with play structured to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for learning.
Play is serious business! Through play, children develop their imaginations, vocabularies, and physical dexterity. Through play with others, they learn social skills like sharing and communicating. And in a playgroup, they can make new friends (and parents can, too). Join us every Friday morning at the Ira Township Library for a fun and educational playtime! Best suited for ages 0-5. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ira Township Library.
Meet up with friendly and fun folks for a game of Swipe (local variation!), or whatever card game the group decides to play. "Shut the Box" and other games available too.
Try your hand at Diamond Painting or bring your own w.i.p. (work-in-progress) and join us for friendship and crafting support from other crafters. Whether you knit, crochet, embroider, cross-stich, color, or something else entirely, all crafts are welcome!
Come in and browse the great selection of gently used books, DVDs, CDs, puzzles and more! Proceeds support library projects and programs. Stop in during library hours, and until noon on Tuesday Nov. 10th.
Build, create, grow! Join the Ira Library LEGO Explorers as we craft themed creations featuring animals, buildings, vehicles, and more. Your favorite LEGO builds will remain on display in the library until the next month's program!
October: Scary Monsters
November: Disney Characters
December: Winter Wonderland
Joins us for a Teen Book Swap with a popping good treat! Bring in books you no longer want to trade for a new read. Teens who bring in books (or have books donated on their behalf) will receive one book credit per donated book for the Book Swap (up to 10 credits). Not only will you get to find new reads but there will also be a gourmet popcorn bar and you can enjoy some popping good reads!
This program is intended for ages 14-18.
Come in and browse the great selection of gently used books, DVDs, CDs, puzzles and more! Proceeds support library projects and programs. Stop in during library hours, and until noon on Tuesday Nov. 10th.
Preschoolers and their adults: Join us at the library for a happy blend of stories, rhymes, music and movement, followed by a creative activity time.
Join us for a fun and educational blend of stories, crafts, movement activities, and songs. Hope to see you there!
Join us in the Yale Library for a storytime filled with a happy blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children, followed by activity time with structured play to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for learning.
Come and join a dedicated group of knitters! Beginners are welcome--this group is happy to help! Bring a project to work on, or start something new.
Adults...join us weekly to play this popular word game! All levels of skill are welcome.
Discover the art of Egyptian belly dance with Ms. Anne! Celebrate all body types as you learn to move muscles you never knew you had. Wear comfy clothing, and enjoy a free jingling belly dance scarf. Registration and waiver required. For teens & up.
Travel around the world with us to try snacks and treats from a different country. Food allergens may be present. All participants will be asked to sign a waiver.
Come in and browse the great selection of gently used books, DVDs, CDs, puzzles and more! Proceeds support library projects and programs. Stop in during library hours, and until noon on Tuesday Nov. 10th.
Introduce your little one to the sounds and rhythms of language through short poems, stories, and music. Then stay for play! For children ages 0-3 and their caregivers.
Whether you're an experienced player or new to the game, join this fun group of Mahjong players.
Come join us on the second Tuesday of each month to engage in a lively discussion surrounding the current month's book selection! Please call to find out this month's title.
Join us for an afternoon of sewing! All supplies, including sewing machines, fabrics, and notions are supplied for a simple project to learn basic sewing skills. Registration is required as space and sewing machines are limited.
Join us on the second Tuesday of each month to engage in discussion around the current month's thought-provoking book selection. Please contact the Burtchville Library to find out this month's title.
We invite you to our quarterly teen movie matinee, showcasing Jumanji (finishing the series), paired with a relevant snack. Make yourself at home with our cozy beanbag and please bring your own blanket for added comfort.
Need a good place to store your favorite little treasures? Come join in on the fun of painting and decorating your own trinket box.
Crush up some CDs and create a fun mosaic canvas.
Support fellow genealogy searchers in their quest to trace their family history. Share your knowledge, success, and pitfalls as you do your research. Bring your laptop and log onto our Wi-Fi or work on one of our computers. Free access to our in-house database, Ancestry Library Edition.
Local author Leigh Stroh will be on hand to discuss his debut political thriller novel Just A Shot Away. An accomplished former creative writing educator, Stroh's novel sees a small-town sheriff facing off against a billionaire accused of orchestrating a scheme with possible horrific consequences. Leigh will read an excerpt from his novel and have a book signing after the presentation.
This program is located at 200 Grand River Ave at the Don Dodge Auditorium. This is the building directly south across the street from the Main Library.
Kids, join us to create a pumpkin wall hanging with puzzle pieces. This is a great project for kids in grades K-5. Please sign-up as space is limited.
Join us for a unique concept in aerobic exercise, performed to upbeat music, from the comfort and support of a chair!
Enjoy a story and simple craft followed by activity time with structured play to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for early learning.
Curious about gouache? Join us to explore this versatile paint medium that combines the best qualities of acrylic and watercolor. This instructor-led class will guide you through techniques and creative applications while helping you develop your artistic skills. All supplies are provided. Registration is requested.
Hang out with your friends and enjoy a snack once every Thursday anytime between 2:30-4:00 p.m. and once a month pizza! Engage in activities such as playing board or Switch games, participating in scavenger hunts, conversing with friends, reading a book or simply relaxing. Pizza and snacks provided by Friends of the Yale Library.
A fun and informative D&D program for teens. Join us for some laughs as we embark on a journey through fantasy and wonder. Learn some new D&D adjacent hobbies like miniature painting and cosplay. And try some other ttrpg systems that thrive in different storytelling interactions.
Teens, take your taste buds on a sweet adventure and join us at the Capac Library for an Oreo taste testing challenge. Taste test a variety of mystery Oreos, guess each flavor, and rank your best and worst. When results are locked in, we will reveal the secret identities and rankings of each cookie. Ages 13-17. Registration requested.
Come join the Burtchville Library for a fun night of creative building with Legos and magnetic tiles. Ages 3-10. Registration is requested.
Using a twist on an old stitch, we will use a simple graph to create a fall mug coaster. Skill level: Advance Beginner (Pattern reading required.) All materials supplied. Hooks for in library use available.
Learn the basics of 3D printing with library staff. We will walk you through how 3D printing works, the software and websites used in the Creation Station makerspace process, and how patrons can use this resource.
Whether you just started penning your first short story or have seven novels under your belt, all authors are welcome to join our writing group. Come gain valuable feedback on your work and learn to effectively critique others in a supportive environment. Find inspiration and exchange writing tips with your peers at our monthly meetings. Please register, as space is limited.
Adults, use cupcake liners to make a unique Christmas Tree (or anywhere!) decoration. All materials provided.
Join us as we work on motor, and social skills in a variety of methods. Geared to children preschool and younger.
Join us for a happy blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children, followed by activity time with play structured to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for learning.
Play is serious business! Through play, children develop their imaginations, vocabularies, and physical dexterity. Through play with others, they learn social skills like sharing and communicating. And in a playgroup, they can make new friends (and parents can, too). Join us every Friday morning at the Ira Township Library for a fun and educational playtime! Best suited for ages 0-5. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ira Township Library.
Meet up with friendly and fun folks for a game of Swipe (local variation!), or whatever card game the group decides to play. "Shut the Box" and other games available too.
Get ready to yell "Bingo!" Join us for a lively afternoon of classic fun at the Ira Township Library. Test your luck, enjoy some light refreshments, and compete for exciting prizes. Registration is kindly requested, as prizes are limited.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Ira Township Library.
Your children will grow in confidence and expand their reading skills by reading aloud to one of our therapy dogs. They will gladly and calmly listen to one of your child's favorite books (or choose one from our large collection!)
Calling all CodeKids and future programmers! Join us at the Yale Library and create coding that will make our robots move through obstacle courses, play music, dance, and more! Registration requested.
Gobble-gobble! Thanksgiving is almost here. Join the fun and create the coolest turkey in town!
Looking for some kitchen chemistry that isn't all about baking soda and vinegar? Let's get in on some iodine action! Iodine is a colorful element that is part of some very fun reactions. We'll learn some of the chemistry behind it while doing some of our own experiments.
Simple dish cloth. Using our new knowledge base, we will start a simple dish cloth using pattern reading and the single crochet. All materials supplied. Hooks for in library use available.
Come enjoy a meal and a whodunit murder mystery! When a renowned crime novelist is found dead at his estate just after his 85th birthday, the inquisitive and debonair Detective Benoit Blanc is enlisted to investigate. Rated PG-13. Registration requested for meal planning. Sponsored by the Friends of the Marine City Library.
Come join us in the Gilbert Wilcox Meeting Room at the Port Huron Library for some friendly conversation on a new book each month. Every month we will have a different genre of book and presenter, so you will have a variety of books to discuss. Light snacks and beverages will be provided. Check with the front desk for each month's selection of titles.
Preschoolers and their adults: Join us at the library for a happy blend of stories, rhymes, music and movement, followed by a creative activity time.
Join us for a fun and educational blend of stories, crafts, movement activities, and songs. Hope to see you there!
Join us in the Yale Library for a storytime filled with a happy blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children, followed by activity time with structured play to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for learning.
Join us for a fun blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children. We'll also enjoy a craft and movement activities for aiding growth and education. Caregivers welcomed to participate too!
We will be working on simple projects, your choice of embroidery or cross stitch. There will be kits available to do, or feel free to bring in a project you are working on and make some new stitching friends!
Come and join a dedicated group of knitters! Beginners are welcome--this group is happy to help! Bring a project to work on, or start something new.
Adults...join us weekly to play this popular word game! All levels of skill are welcome.
Bring a little more joy to your memories by painting and decorating a wooden picture frame!
For this interactive series, we'll use active games and creative exercises to make learning to read through phonics an enjoyable experience. By incorporating playful learning strategies, students will develop confidence in reading while building essential phonics skills for lifelong literacy. Geared toward first & second grade ages. Registration requested. August and September dates will take place in the Don Dodge Auditorium, behind and across the street from the Main Library. All other dates will be in the Gilbert-WIlcox Meeting Room on the second floor of the library.
Mondays
- July 20
- August 17 (In Don Dodge Auditorium)
- September 14 (in Don Dodge Auditorium)
- (NO OCTOBER)
- November 16
- December 14
If you are interested in supporting your local library - join the Friends! All are welcome. The FOYL meets quarterly to discuss new and ongoing projects. So come and connect with community members to help the library grow!
Have you always wanted to write, but don't know where to start? Maybe you once considered yourself a writer, but life's busyness has stifled your creativity....No matter your experience with the writing craft, a group of other likeminded wordsmiths may be just the community needed to provide you with motivation, accountability, and feedback. We'll do some writing using prompts, share our creations (if comfortable), and encourage each other to keep putting pen to paper.
Introduce your little one to the sounds and rhythms of language through short poems, stories, and music. Then stay for play! For children ages 0-3 and their caregivers.
Whether you're an experienced player or new to the game, join this fun group of Mahjong players.
Attention, Quilters! We are starting a small class centered on quilting. We will have a like-minded group of people to work on quilting, whether it be a pattern you want to try, a question you may have, or just want to get comfortable with quilting. We will have a few basic machines to use, and some notions, like a cutting mat, rotary cutter, iron, etc. We will not be supplying material or thread. We will have a few quilt patterns to look at and attempt. Quilters can bring in their personal projects, and perhaps machines, to work together to become better quilters!
Build adorable hedgehogs using natural materials like pine cones, moss, and twigs for a cozy fall-inspired craft.
Unwind after school with an afternoon of Nintendo Switch gaming! Jump into favorites like Mario Kart, Minecraft, and Super Smash Bros.; challenge friends; and see who comes out on top.
Calling teen adventurers! Do you like tabletop role-playing games? Are you curious about how Dungeons & Dragons is played? Join other teens to play and learn as you go. No experience necessary. Everything needed, such as dice and character sheets, will be provided.
Take a break from your usual routine and join this group of eclectic readers in exploring a wide variety of genres.
Join historian Andrew Kercher and discover how Michigan became the birthplace of the modern automobile industry and forever changed the world. This engaging lecture explores the rise of pioneering companies and visionaries like Henry Ford, the development of the assembly line, and the way cars reshaped American life. From small workshops to the booming factories of Detroit, Michigan's innovation put the world on wheels and transformed transportation, industry, and culture. A fascinating journey through the history of cars!
The table is set, the potatoes are hot, the cranberries are cold and the the turkey has disappeared. How can Thanksgiving go on without the turkey? Use your best problem solving skills to solve the mystery and save the meal!
Come play or learn the tiled game of Mahjong. This is different from the on-line game. We will do our best to help you learn how to play.
Join us for a happy blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children, followed by activity time with play structured to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for learning.
Join us at the Ira Township Library for a fun blend of stories, crafts, and movement activities! Whether your child loves stories or is just discovering the joy of books, Storytime offers a welcoming space to build imagination, early skills, and connections with others.
Join us at the Capac Library to enjoy read aloud stories with a mix of songs, movement, and structured activities that promote early learning and literacy
Bring your preschool-age children for some storytime fun! They will enjoy a reading, an energetic activity, and a craft. Bring your favorite stuffie to our specially themed dates: October 28 - Halloween, November 25 - Thanksgiving, and December 23 - Christmas.
Did you miss last Saturday's STEM activity? It's not too late to get in on the iodine action! Once again, we'll be learning some chemistry behind the reactions while doing our own experiments.
Learn to play Bridge at the Burtchville Library with Donna Frohm. Sharpen and improve your game. All levels of experience are welcome. Ages 18 & up. Registration requested.
Join us for a relaxing afternoon of Diamond Art! All skill levels welcome. Supplies are provided.
Are you looking for an opportunity to share your writing with peers? Maybe you just need a quiet space to work on your writing, whether for fiction or non-fiction, school or fun. Join us at the Memphis Branch for our Teen Writing Club! Refreshments as well as notebooks and writing utensils will be provided. you are welcome to bring your own laptop or your materials, if preferred. Time includes for writing and optional sharing.
Are you learning Japanese and looking for a friendly space to practice speaking? Whether you're just starting out or have some experience, this is the perfect place to improve your skills and build confidence in a relaxed, supportive environment. No fluency required - just a willingness to participate and try.
Kids 12 and up: Relax after school with a fun movie and treat.
October: Little Vampires (PG);
November: Paul Blart Mall Cop (PG);
December: Mouse Hunt (PG).
Bring a friend and join us for a fun evening playing Michigan's most popular card game. Never played before? Don't worry we'll teach you.
Join Licensed Massage Therapist Krista Ward for a gong immersion meditation session. Reduce your stress and anxiety in this immersive sound experience. Bring your own mat, pillows, blankets, and bolster pillows for added comfort. Each session uses a different type of gong. The session will be roughly 30 minutes with questions and conversation afterward.
Hot cocoa season is just around the corner. Get ready for cozy time with your own unique coaster.
Have an old ukulele in storage, or do you want to use one for the first time? Join us for the ukulele club, where we'll try out chords and songs for any level! Registration is only suggested if you don't have a ukulele and must borrow one from the library.
Join us for a unique concept in aerobic exercise, performed to upbeat music, from the comfort and support of a chair!
Enjoy a story and simple craft followed by activity time with structured play to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for early learning.
You're invited to a unique holiday gaming event. Winners in the top 2 places will win a 3D printed item!
Hang out with your friends and enjoy a snack once every Thursday anytime between 2:30-4:00 p.m. and once a month pizza! Engage in activities such as playing board or Switch games, participating in scavenger hunts, conversing with friends, reading a book or simply relaxing. Pizza and snacks provided by Friends of the Yale Library.
Have your voice heard! Come in and join us to discuss what you would like from your library and help us develop the programs you want. Light refreshments available.
A fun and informative D&D program for teens. Join us for some laughs as we embark on a journey through fantasy and wonder. Learn some new D&D adjacent hobbies like miniature painting and cosplay. And try some other ttrpg systems that thrive in different storytelling interactions.
Experience the flavors of a faraway country through some of their unique snacks and candy. On this trip, we will sample a beverage and several snacks while learning a few fun facts about the Netherlands. Food allergens might be present. Ages 18 and up. Registration requested.
Design your board, make your pieces, and color your rule cards. Take it home for your next family board game night!
Build your creativity and collaboration skills on the last Thursday of the month! Make characters, go on wild adventures, and roll dice to decide your destiny, no experience needed and accessible at any age.
Create a fun yearly "Reading Tracker" for all your reads. We will be using stencils, washi tape, a photo sticker printer (for those book covers) and other fun supplies to create scrapbook like spreads.
Come join us at the Port Huron Library from 5:00pm-6:00pm in the Gilbert Wilcox Meeting Room to make bracelets of all shapes and sizes!
Join us for an evening of fun and relaxation at the Ira Township Library's Diamond Painting Club! Work on a variety of diamond painting projects as you enjoy the company of friends both new and old. Beginners welcome, registration requested.
Can't paint watercolor? No problem. Fearless Watercolor Painting's Holiday Edition promises to lead you step-by-step to mastery of at least two beautiful paintings! Local artist Sally LePla returns with painting tips that will amaze your friends and families. Just in time for holiday gifting. Supplies will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own. Registration is requested. Ages 19 & up.
Enjoy lively conversation regarding the book of the month. Please call the Capac Library at the beginning of each month for the title.
For any adults in the community struggling with grief and mourning a loss who would like to talk to others who are on the same journey. You are not alone! Join us and let us help support you through this difficult time. The group meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month.
Join us to discuss the current month's book selection. Call the library for the title.
Join us as we work on motor, and social skills in a variety of methods. Geared to children preschool and younger.
Join us for a happy blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children, followed by activity time with play structured to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for learning.
Play is serious business! Through play, children develop their imaginations, vocabularies, and physical dexterity. Through play with others, they learn social skills like sharing and communicating. And in a playgroup, they can make new friends (and parents can, too). Join us every Friday morning at the Ira Township Library for a fun and educational playtime! Best suited for ages 0-5. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ira Township Library.
Meet up with friendly and fun folks for a game of Swipe (local variation!), or whatever card game the group decides to play. "Shut the Box" and other games available too.
Join us the a monthly book club at the G. Lynn Campbell branch. Here are the exciting titles for this fall.
10/23 - A Good Girl's Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson
11/20 - And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie
12/18 - The Christmas Bookshop by Jenny Colgan
Join us at the library to play Thanksgiving bingo for a chance to win some fun prizes!
Easy-going introduction to the world of handmade crafts and analog skills, chosen to help develop fine motor skills, patience, and creativity. Think simple projects: crochet, sewing, weaving, jewelry, and clay. All materials and instruction supplied.
Kids stop by the library to create some fun puzzle piece ornaments to decorate your Christmas tree!
Put your Disney knowledge to the test and enjoy a fun afternoon of friendly competition. From the songs to the stories, the princesses to the villains, we'll quiz from the classics to the new releases and find out who is the biggest Disney fan of all! Play solo or as part of a team and win cool Disney swag. Light refreshments will be available.
Preschoolers and their adults: Join us at the library for a happy blend of stories, rhymes, music and movement, followed by a creative activity time.
Join us for a fun and educational blend of stories, crafts, movement activities, and songs. Hope to see you there!
Join us in the Yale Library for a storytime filled with a happy blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children, followed by activity time with structured play to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for learning.
Join us for a fun blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children. We'll also enjoy a craft and movement activities for aiding growth and education. Caregivers welcomed to participate too!
Come and join a dedicated group of knitters! Beginners are welcome--this group is happy to help! Bring a project to work on, or start something new.
Adults...join us weekly to play this popular word game! All levels of skill are welcome.
Join us at the Yale Library each month to meet with your friends, take part in lively discussions, and feed your fiction addiction by reading the month's selection.
October (10/26): The Very Secret Society of Irregualar Witches by Sangu Mandanna
November (11/23): Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil by John Berendt
December (12/28): The Secret Christmas Library by Jenny Colgan
*Please plan ahead as some participants may need to request books from interlibrary loan.
Join us on the 4th Monday at 6pm to discuss the current book selection of the month. Registration is kindly requested.
October: The Keeper of Hidden Books by Madeline Martin
November: The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon
December: The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah
Introduce your little one to the sounds and rhythms of language through short poems, stories, and music. Then stay for play! For children ages 0-3 and their caregivers.
Come join this caring group of volunteers whose efforts support the local branch. Visitors are welcome!
Whether you're an experienced player or new to the game, join this fun group of Mahjong players.
Learn how to mix and mold your own scented bath bombs using safe and simple ingredients. All supplies will be provided. Fun, easy, and a great way to pamper your future self!
Join us to create a magical winter wonderland scene with mason jars, Christmas trinkets, fairy lights and more!
The railroad was a revolution for more than just commerce. It enabled people and ideas to travel across America at speeds previously unseen. The railroad became romanticized, developed its own mythology, and left a massive mark on traditional American music.
In this program, listeners will be presented with an array of traditional songs centered around the railroad, as well as songs in which the rail played a significant role in their evolution.
This program will take place at the Don Dodge Auditorium located at 200 Grand River Ave, Port Huron, MI. This venue is behind and across the street from the Port Huron/Main Branch of the St. Clair County Library System.
Come play Canasta with us! Don't know how or need a refresher? We'll help you.
Join us for a happy blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children, followed by activity time with play structured to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for learning.
CANCELED - Join us at the Capac Library to enjoy read aloud stories with a mix of songs, movement, and structured activities that promote early learning and literacy
Bring your preschool-age children for some storytime fun! They will enjoy a reading, an energetic activity, and a craft. Bring your favorite stuffie to our specially themed dates: October 28 - Halloween, November 25 - Thanksgiving, and December 23 - Christmas.
Join us each month for an afternoon of fun and relaxation at the Yale Library Diamond Painting Club! We'll meet on the 4th week of each month to work on a wide variety of diamond painting projects as we enjoy the company of friends both new and old. Beginners welcome, registration requested.
Learn to play Bridge at the Burtchville Library with Donna Frohm. Sharpen and improve your game. All levels of experience are welcome. Ages 18 & up. Registration requested.
Preschoolers and their adults: Join us at the library for a happy blend of stories, rhymes, music and movement, followed by a creative activity time.
Join us for a fun and educational blend of stories, crafts, movement activities, and songs. Hope to see you there!
Join us in the Yale Library for a storytime filled with a happy blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children, followed by activity time with structured play to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for learning.
Join us for a fun blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children. We'll also enjoy a craft and movement activities for aiding growth and education. Caregivers welcomed to participate too!
Come and join a dedicated group of knitters! Beginners are welcome--this group is happy to help! Bring a project to work on, or start something new.
Adults...join us weekly to play this popular word game! All levels of skill are welcome.
Ready for some friendly head-to-head competition? Come play some of the library's Nintendo Switch games.
Join us for a relaxing and inspiring session where you'll explore the beauty of watercolors.
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, our instructor will help you to develop your unique style while practicing essential techniques. Don't miss this opportunity to unwind and express your creativity through watercolor.
All materials will be provided. Registration requested.
Join us at the library for an interactive evening of songs and fun with the Blue Water Voices Chorus. They will explain the history of women's barbershop singing and demonstrate the amazing sound of four-part unaccompanied harmony. The audience is welcomed to join in on the magic as they sing through well-loved Christmas songs.
Introduce your little one to the sounds and rhythms of language through short poems, stories, and music. Then stay for play! For children ages 0-3 and their caregivers.
Join in the fun! Learn to crochet, or bring your own projects and crochet with the group! There will be supplies and patterns available for all different skill levels. We will work on an enjoyable new project each month.
Whether you're an experienced player or new to the game, join this fun group of Mahjong players.
Teens, hang out with your friends and play RPG games like D&D. Snacks and beverages will be provided by the Friends of the Burtchville Library. Ages 13-18. Registration requested.
Take flight with engineering and learn how to make paper airplanes at the Ira Township Library! Learn about the different sciences behind flight while you test various designs to achieve liftoff. Please register, as supplies are limited.
Calling teen adventurers! Do you like tabletop role-playing games? Are you curious about how Dungeons & Dragons is played? Join other teens to play and learn as you go. No experience necessary. Everything needed, such as dice and character sheets, will be provided.
Join us for an evening of fun and relaxation at the Memphis Library Diamond Painting Club. We'll work on a variety of diamond painting projects as we enjoy the company of friends, both new and old. Beginners are always welcome, registration requested.
Join us on the first Tuesday of each month for a fun and relaxing evening at the Marysville Library Diamond Painting Club. We'll work on a wide variety of projects as we enjoy the company of friends, both old and new. Beginners are welcome; registration is requested.
Come play or learn the tiled game of Mahjong. This is different from the on-line game. We will do our best to help you learn how to play.
Join us for a happy blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children, followed by activity time with play structured to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for learning.
Join us at the Ira Township Library for a fun blend of stories, crafts, and movement activities! Whether your child loves stories or is just discovering the joy of books, Storytime offers a welcoming space to build imagination, early skills, and connections with others.
Bring your sewing, knitting, paper, or other portable projects to the Burtchville Library to work on them while connecting with fellow crafters. Whether you want to learn new skills, share your knowledge with others, or just enjoy the companionship of other makers, please join us. Registration requested. Ages 19 and up.
Bring your sewing, knitting, paper, or other portable projects to the Burtchville Library to work on them while connecting with fellow crafters. Whether you want to learn new skills, share your knowledge with others, or just enjoy the companionship of other makers, please join us. Registration requested. Ages 19 and up.
Join us at the Capac Library to enjoy read aloud stories with a mix of songs, movement, and structured activities that promote early learning and literacy
Bring your preschool-age children for some storytime fun! They will enjoy a reading, an energetic activity, and a craft. Bring your favorite stuffie to our specially themed dates: October 28 - Halloween, November 25 - Thanksgiving, and December 23 - Christmas.
Learn to play Bridge at the Burtchville Library with Donna Frohm. Sharpen and improve your game. All levels of experience are welcome. Ages 18 & up. Registration requested.
Teens, are you curious about Diamond Painting? Maybe you've wanted to join on other dates, but they were for adults. Come give it a try at the Memphis Library! We will have a few different projects for participants to choose from and all supplies are provided.
October: magnets - both Halloween and book stacks
November: bookmarks - dog, cat or dragon
December: winter greeting cards
Drop in at the Yale Library on the first Wednesday of each month and tinker around with Tinkertoys, Legos, and magnetic tiles. Meet the monthly challenge or create your own design! Your masterpiece can be displayed until the next Tinker Time. Ages 5-12.
Kids 12 and up: Relax after school with a fun movie and treat.
October: Little Vampires (PG);
November: Paul Blart Mall Cop (PG);
December: Mouse Hunt (PG).
Love Lego? Show off your skills! Drop in between 4 and 6 pm on the first Wednesday of the month to take on our monthly Lego building challenge. Build something epic, then see your creation displayed at the library until the next Lego Club meet-up. Ages 5-12. Registration requested.
A group of support, understanding, and shared information for those caring for loved ones experiencing dementia/Alzheimer's. This group meets on the 1st Wednesday of the month.
Robert Kroll will be interviewed about his book Orson Welles' Commercial Break, an endeavor that took 12 years before completion. Though Orson Welles' television commercials in the late seventies and early eighties were seen as the nadir of a career that included Citizen Kane and the notorious "War of the Worlds" broadcast in 1938. Yet these commercials were often a financial and creative lifeline for Welles. The commercials also have strong behind the scenes stories of their own. None are nearly as negative as leaked outtakes would lead viewers to believe, and many people began their careers working with Welles on these advertisements. Kroll will talk about and read selections from the book and show video clips of Orson Welles' most famous (and infamous) television commercials.
Add some festive cheer this holiday season with these adorable ribbon trees.
Enjoy a story and simple craft followed by activity time with structured play to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for early learning.
November-Collage Memory Board
Design a customized memory board that sparks nostalgia, utilizing personal photographs, tickets or notes, or craft the board and enhance it with individual mementos.
December-Hot Chocolate Wood Slice Ornament
Participate in crafting a wooden ornament using an array of markers, stickers, paints and additional art supplies. All while savoring hot chocolate tailored to your preference.
Hang out with your friends and enjoy a snack once every Thursday anytime between 2:30-4:00 p.m. and once a month pizza! Engage in activities such as playing board or Switch games, participating in scavenger hunts, conversing with friends, reading a book or simply relaxing. Pizza and snacks provided by Friends of the Yale Library.
Looking for recommendations on what to read next? Want to share your thoughts on the book you just finished? Need to make progress on a crafty project? Come sit for a spell and spin a yarn while you work on your handicrafts and talk books with fellow readers and crafters. Light refreshments will be available.
Make memories with your children while visiting with our Jolly Santa Frank! Photo opportunities available (please bring your own camera). Christmas themed crafts available.
Thursday is our early bird, members-only pre-sale on a fantastic variety of adult and children's books! Not a member of the Friends yet? No problem - we'll have applications available at the book sale, and individuals can join for just $12 per year, or $15 per year for a household. Special rates available for students and seniors.
Come dabble in the art of paint pouring at the Ira Library! Swirl, dump, drizzle, and drip - together, we'll explore different techniques and create some truly memorable works of art. Please register, as supplies are limited.
The most wonderful time of the year isn't complete without a visit with Santa. This year he'll be dropping in from a tropical vacation, so we're going to recreate paradise for him. Talk to Santa and pose for photos from 6-7pm, then enjoy a seasonal craft and treat!
Shop a terrific selection of adult and children's books at unbeatable prices. Saturday's sale also has $5 per bag superdeal. And if you'd like to join the Friends of the Library, we'll have applications available at the book sale, where individuals can join for just $12 per year, or $15 per year for a household. Special rates are available for students and seniors.
Join us as we work on motor, and social skills in a variety of methods. Geared to children preschool and younger.
Join us for a happy blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children, followed by activity time with play structured to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for learning.
Play is serious business! Through play, children develop their imaginations, vocabularies, and physical dexterity. Through play with others, they learn social skills like sharing and communicating. And in a playgroup, they can make new friends (and parents can, too). Join us every Friday morning at the Ira Township Library for a fun and educational playtime! Best suited for ages 0-5. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ira Township Library.
Meet up with friendly and fun folks for a game of Swipe (local variation!), or whatever card game the group decides to play. "Shut the Box" and other games available too.
Try your hand at Diamond Painting or bring your own w.i.p. (work-in-progress) and join us for friendship and crafting support from other crafters. Whether you knit, crochet, embroider, cross-stich, color, or something else entirely, all crafts are welcome!
More like tic-tac-GO! Take fun on the go with this easy DIY travel game using rocks, a little paint, and lots of creativity. It even comes with it's own handy bag!
Families are welcome to join us to create a Gingerbread Look-a-Like House. You should have plenty of time to create your home and decorate it. Please register once as a family by including the number of attendees after your name.
Stop in at the library to visit and get your picture taken with Santa. There will be music, crafts, and treats to enjoy as we celebrate the holiday season!
Celebrate the magic of the season at the Ira Township Library! Enjoy an afternoon filled with festive crafts, delicious treats, cheerful holiday music, and a special visit from Santa himself. Be sure to bring your camera to capture the holiday memories!
Sponsored by the Friends of the Ira Library and the M29 Diner.
Join Mrs. Claus and her helpers to learn how to bake a batch of cookies. For ages 12 and under and families. Registration Required.
This program will take place at Mid City Nutrition on 830 Griswold, Port Huron, Mi 48060.
Test your knowledge and get prepped for Avengers Doomsday with this Marvel themed trivia night! Compete with fellow fans as you answer questions from both Marvel Comics and the MCU. Winners of 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place will receive a 3-D Printed Prize from the Marvel/MCU Universe!
With the holidays around the corner, learn different techniques of bow tying and present wrapping you can use every year!
Celebrate Capac's Cranberry Christmas by making a Christmas-themed craft during a visit with Santa at the Capac Library! Be sure to bring your camera for a special Christmas photo. Ages 0-12. Registration requested.
Join Mrs. Claus and her helpers to learn how to bake a batch of cookies. For ages 12 and under and families. Registration Required.
This program will take place at Mid City Nutrition on 830 Griswold, Port Huron, Mi 48060.
Preschoolers and their adults: Join us at the library for a happy blend of stories, rhymes, music and movement, followed by a creative activity time.
Join us for a fun and educational blend of stories, crafts, movement activities, and songs. Hope to see you there!
Join us in the Yale Library for a storytime filled with a happy blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children, followed by activity time with structured play to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for learning.
Join us during our monthly meetings to discuss new and ongoing projects.
Come and join a dedicated group of knitters! Beginners are welcome--this group is happy to help! Bring a project to work on, or start something new.
Adults...join us weekly to play this popular word game! All levels of skill are welcome.
Introduce your little one to the sounds and rhythms of language through short poems, stories, and music. Then stay for play! For children ages 0-3 and their caregivers.
Whether you're an experienced player or new to the game, join this fun group of Mahjong players.
Come join us on the second Tuesday of each month to engage in a lively discussion surrounding the current month's book selection! Please call to find out this month’s title.
Join us for an afternoon of sewing! All supplies, including sewing machines, fabrics, and notions are supplied for a simple project to learn basic sewing skills. Registration is required as space and sewing machines are limited.
Join us on the second Tuesday of each month to engage in discussion around the current month's thought-provoking book selection. Please contact the Burtchville Library to find out this month's title.
Create the perfect bookish gift! Choose a book, wrap it with clues instead of a title, and decorate it with stickers, bookmarks, treats, and other surprises. Whether you're making it for a friend, family member, or yourself, you'll leave with a unique Blind Date with a Book ready to gift this holiday season.
Form together your own handcrafted ornament to hang on the tree. Examples will be provided, but be as creative as you like!
What better way to soothe away the stress of the holidays than by making your own aroma therapy heating pad. Use some essential oils and rice to customize your pad. Some minor sewing involved.
Support fellow genealogy searchers in their quest to trace their family history. Share your knowledge, success, and pitfalls as you do your research. Bring your laptop and log onto our Wi-Fi or work on one of our computers. Free access to our in-house database, Ancestry Library Edition.
Learn the basics of 3D printing with library staff. We will walk you through how 3D printing works, the software and websites used in the Creation Station makerspace process, and how patrons can use this resource.
Kids, join us in Memphis as we make a cute reindeer ornament. Program is geared to kids in grades K-5. Please register as space is limited.
Come play Canasta with us! Don't know how or need a refresher? We'll help you.
Join us for a happy blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children, followed by activity time with play structured to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for learning.
Join us at the Ira Township Library for a fun blend of stories, crafts, and movement activities! Whether your child loves stories or is just discovering the joy of books, Storytime offers a welcoming space to build imagination, early skills, and connections with others.
Join us at the Capac Library to enjoy read aloud stories with a mix of songs, movement, and structured activities that promote early learning and literacy
Bring your preschool-age children for some storytime fun! They will enjoy a reading, an energetic activity, and a craft. Bring your favorite stuffie to our specially themed dates: October 28 - Halloween, November 25 - Thanksgiving, and December 23 - Christmas.
Spend the afternoon crafting at the Yale library. Use our paper crafting supplies to create cards, scrapbook pages, and more! Light snacks will be offered. Feel free to bring your own project to work on with friends!
Learn to play Bridge at the Burtchville Library with Donna Frohm. Sharpen and improve your game. All levels of experience are welcome. Ages 18 & up. Registration requested.
Are you learning Japanese and looking for a friendly space to practice speaking? Whether you're just starting out or have some experience, this is the perfect place to improve your skills and build confidence in a relaxed, supportive environment. No fluency required – just a willingness to participate and try.
Teens, stop in at the Capac Library and make a wood slice ornament to decorate your Christmas tree or to use as a fun gift wrap charm. Snacks will be provided to help boost your creativity! Ages 13-17. Registration requested.
Join us for a fun and relaxing evening of diamond painting. No experience is necessary, all supplies provided. Registration is requested.
Black River is a rural noir literary thriller about a farming community steeped in conflict and forbidden love. Yvonne Osborne lives with her husband on a fifth-generation family farm in Michigan's Thumb, land first founded by her great-great-grandfather. A Pushcart-nominated poet and novelist, her work has appeared in Slippery Elm Literary Journal, Flapper Press, and Milkhouse Literary Magazine. Her debut novel, Let Evening Come, was published by Unsolicited Press on April 2, 2024.
Here's your chance to use those cookbooks sitting on the shelf! No special cooking skills required...just an enthusiasm for cooking! Join us on the 2nd Wednesday of the month for lively conversation along with tasty dishes to sample. Bring your chosen monthly recipe to share and a sample for everyone to taste test. Registration kindly requested.
Have an old ukulele in storage, or do you want to use one for the first time? Join us for the ukulele club, where we'll try out chords and songs for any level! Registration is only suggested if you don't have a ukulele and must borrow one from the library.
Enjoy a story and simple craft followed by activity time with structured play to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for early learning.
Curious about gouache? Join us to explore this versatile paint medium that combines the best qualities of acrylic and watercolor. This instructor-led class will guide you through techniques and creative applications while helping you develop your artistic skills. All supplies are provided. Registration is requested.
Hang out with your friends and enjoy a snack once every Thursday anytime between 2:30-4:00 p.m. and once a month pizza! Engage in activities such as playing board or Switch games, participating in scavenger hunts, conversing with friends, reading a book or simply relaxing. Pizza and snacks provided by Friends of the Yale Library.
A fun and informative D&D program for teens. Join us for some laughs as we embark on a journey through fantasy and wonder. Learn some new D&D adjacent hobbies like miniature painting and cosplay. And try some other ttrpg systems that thrive in different storytelling interactions.
Everyone loves decorating a gingerbread house, but no one loves the clean-up afterward. Problem solved! Whether you're inspired by Martha Stewart or Morticia Addams, sign up with family and friends to create the perfect festive curb appeal for these mini houses. Registration requested.
*Note: Houses are constructed of graham crackers and hot glue, and not edible.
Come join the Burtchville Library for a fun night of creative building with Legos and magnetic tiles. Ages 3-10. Registration is requested.
Get ready for holiday guests with this cute melted snowman coaster. Skill level: Advance Beginner (pattern reading and decreasing required.) All materials supplied. Hooks for in library use available.
Join us as we transform a mini-cutting board into a charming reindeer for all to see! We will use ribbon, felt and other embellishments to make a festive holiday decoration. Registration Requested.
Join us for a fun evening of diamond painting. We will be working on winter-themed bag charms. No experience necessary.
Whether you just started penning your first short story or have seven novels under your belt, all authors are welcome to join our writing group. Come gain valuable feedback on your work and learn to effectively critique others in a supportive environment. Find inspiration and exchange writing tips with your peers at our monthly meetings. Please register, as space is limited.
Adults, come paint and assemble a wooden "Let It Snow" sign for your door. Al supplies provided. Please register.
Join us as we work on motor, and social skills in a variety of methods. Geared to children preschool and younger.
Join us for a happy blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children, followed by activity time with play structured to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for learning.
It's the most wonderful time of the year for enjoying delicious baked goods and gently used books! Shop our wide array of titles and get by-the-bag pricing.
Play is serious business! Through play, children develop their imaginations, vocabularies, and physical dexterity. Through play with others, they learn social skills like sharing and communicating. And in a playgroup, they can make new friends (and parents can, too). Join us every Friday morning at the Ira Township Library for a fun and educational playtime! Best suited for ages 0-5. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ira Township Library.
Meet up with friendly and fun folks for a game of Swipe (local variation!), or whatever card game the group decides to play. "Shut the Box" and other games available too.
Get ready to yell "Bingo!" Join us for a lively afternoon of classic fun at the Ira Township Library. Test your luck, enjoy some light refreshments, and compete for exciting prizes. Registration is kindly requested, as prizes are limited.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Ira Township Library.
Join us for a night of bedazzling wall art to brighten up any room you hang it in to wash away winter blues!
Your children will grow in confidence and expand their reading skills by reading aloud to one of our therapy dogs. They will gladly and calmly listen to one of your child's favorite books (or choose one from our large collection!)
Grab your icing bags and candy, we're constructing masterpieces from gingerbread! Draw up your plans, gather your materials, and build your own masterwork of epic proportions! Registration requested.
It's the most wonderful time of the year for enjoying delicious baked goods and gently used books! Shop our wide array of titles and get by-the-bag pricing.
Do you want to build a snowman? One that will never melt away? Then join us at the Algonac library this Saturday.
Join us as we welcome Santa to Marine City! We'll enjoy music, make holiday crafts, play some reindeer games, and hear a story. Don't forget to capture the moment with a photo!
Easy-going introduction to the world of handmade crafts and analog skills, chosen to help develop fine motor skills, patience, and creativity. Think simple projects: crochet, sewing, weaving, jewelry, and clay. All materials and instruction supplied.
Preschoolers and their adults: Join us at the library for a happy blend of stories, rhymes, music and movement, followed by a creative activity time.
Join us for a fun and educational blend of stories, crafts, movement activities, and songs. Hope to see you there!
Join us in the Yale Library for a storytime filled with a happy blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children, followed by activity time with structured play to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for learning.
Join us for a fun blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children. We'll also enjoy a craft and movement activities for aiding growth and education. Caregivers welcomed to participate too!
Come and join a dedicated group of knitters! Beginners are welcome--this group is happy to help! Bring a project to work on, or start something new.
Adults...join us weekly to play this popular word game! All levels of skill are welcome.
For this interactive series, we'll use active games and creative exercises to make learning to read through phonics an enjoyable experience. By incorporating playful learning strategies, students will develop confidence in reading while building essential phonics skills for lifelong literacy. Geared toward first & second grade ages. Registration requested. August and September dates will take place in the Don Dodge Auditorium, behind and across the street from the Main Library. All other dates will be in the Gilbert-WIlcox Meeting Room on the second floor of the library.
Mondays
- July 20
- August 17 (In Don Dodge Auditorium)
- September 14 (in Don Dodge Auditorium)
- (NO OCTOBER)
- November 16
- December 14
Introduce your little one to the sounds and rhythms of language through short poems, stories, and music. Then stay for play! For children ages 0-3 and their caregivers.
Whether you're an experienced player or new to the game, join this fun group of Mahjong players.
Attention, Quilters! We are starting a small class centered on quilting. We will have a like-minded group of people to work on quilting, whether it be a pattern you want to try, a question you may have, or just want to get comfortable with quilting. We will have a few basic machines to use, and some notions, like a cutting mat, rotary cutter, iron, etc. We will not be supplying material or thread. We will have a few quilt patterns to look at and attempt. Quilters can bring in their personal projects, and perhaps machines, to work together to become better quilters!
Unwind after school with an afternoon of Nintendo Switch gaming! Jump into favorites like Mario Kart, Minecraft, and Super Smash Bros.; challenge friends; and see who comes out on top.
Calling teen adventurers! Do you like tabletop role-playing games? Are you curious about how Dungeons & Dragons is played? Join other teens to play and learn as you go. No experience necessary. Everything needed, such as dice and character sheets, will be provided.
Get creative and design a set of handmade ornaments using pre-made clay shapes. Whether you prefer classic holiday themes, cozy winter scenes, florals, stars, or something completely unique, you'll leave with beautiful decorations ready to hang and enjoy.
Take a break from your usual routine and join this group of eclectic readers in exploring a wide variety of genres.
The Gingerbread Man needs your help! He must run away and find a place to hind. We will use our STEM knowledge to build a way to escape and hide.
Join local historian Evan Sparks for an evening lecture and be inspired by stories from the United Auto Workers union during one of it's most turbulent times - the 1930s. Learn about the 1932 Hunger Strike and the famous Battle of the Overpass. You'd be surprised how close to home these influential events were!
Come play or learn the tiled game of Mahjong. This is different from the on-line game. We will do our best to help you learn how to play.
Join us for a happy blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children, followed by activity time with play structured to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for learning.
Join us at the Ira Township Library for a fun blend of stories, crafts, and movement activities! Whether your child loves stories or is just discovering the joy of books, Storytime offers a welcoming space to build imagination, early skills, and connections with others.
Join us at the Capac Library to enjoy read aloud stories with a mix of songs, movement, and structured activities that promote early learning and literacy
Bring your preschool-age children for some storytime fun! They will enjoy a reading, an energetic activity, and a craft. Bring your favorite stuffie to our specially themed dates: October 28 - Halloween, November 25 - Thanksgiving, and December 23 - Christmas.
Come and get crafty with us and you'll have a ball (of yarn)! This month we're having fun weaving with colorful yarn. For your convenience, we have two times to choose from.
Learn to play Bridge at the Burtchville Library with Donna Frohm. Sharpen and improve your game. All levels of experience are welcome. Ages 18 & up. Registration requested.
Join us for a relaxing afternoon of Diamond Art! All skill levels welcome. Supplies are provided.
Are you looking for an opportunity to share your writing with peers? Maybe you just need a quiet space to work on your writing, whether for fiction or non-fiction, school or fun. Join us at the Memphis Branch for our Teen Writing Club! Refreshments as well as notebooks and writing utensils will be provided. you are welcome to bring your own laptop or your materials, if preferred. Time includes for writing and optional sharing.
Come and get crafty with us and you'll have a ball (of yarn)! This month we're having fun weaving with colorful yarn. For your convenience, we have two times to choose from.
Arrange and embellish a beautiful holiday centerpiece with fresh greens and guidance from The Yale Flower Shop. All supplies are provided. Ages 19 & up. Registration requested.
Celebrate the season with a fun, family-friendly karaoke bash at your library! Whether you're belting out heartfelt holiday classics or rockin' around the Christmas tree, this festive edition of Library Karaoke is perfect for singers of all ages and skill levels.
Chair yoga proves that yoga is for every body! At the Yale Library with the support of a chair, you'll enjoy energizing stretches, posture-friendly movements, and calming breathwork that will leave you feeling strong, centered, and ready for your day. Possibility for optional hand weights as well! Registration requested. Sponsored by the Friends of the Yale Library.
Enjoy a story and simple craft followed by activity time with structured play to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for early learning.
Create a magical, glittering snow globe to take home and admire.
Hang out with your friends and enjoy a snack once every Thursday anytime between 2:30-4:00 p.m. and once a month pizza! Engage in activities such as playing board or Switch games, participating in scavenger hunts, conversing with friends, reading a book or simply relaxing. Pizza and snacks provided by Friends of the Yale Library.
Have your voice heard! Come in and join us to discuss what you would like from your library and help us develop the programs you want. Light refreshments available.
A fun and informative D&D program for teens. Join us for some laughs as we embark on a journey through fantasy and wonder. Learn some new D&D adjacent hobbies like miniature painting and cosplay. And try some other ttrpg systems that thrive in different storytelling interactions.
Join us for some holiday fun and have a choice of watching Scrooged, Jack Frost, or The Grinch while recreating some soda pop holiday themed drinks! There will also be holiday inspired activities to do while watching the movie.
Make your books even more charming with this DIY bookmark.
Join us for an evening of fun and relaxation at the Ira Township Library's Diamond Painting Club! Work on a variety of diamond painting projects as you enjoy the company of friends both new and old. Beginners welcome, registration requested.
Enjoy lively conversation regarding the book of the month. Please call the Capac Library at the beginning of each month for the title.
For any adults in the community struggling with grief and mourning a loss who would like to talk to others who are on the same journey. You are not alone! Join us and let us help support you through this difficult time. The group meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month.
Join us to discuss the current month's book selection. Call the library for the title.
Join us as we work on motor, and social skills in a variety of methods. Geared to children preschool and younger.
Join us for a happy blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children, followed by activity time with play structured to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for learning.
Play is serious business! Through play, children develop their imaginations, vocabularies, and physical dexterity. Through play with others, they learn social skills like sharing and communicating. And in a playgroup, they can make new friends (and parents can, too). Join us every Friday morning at the Ira Township Library for a fun and educational playtime! Best suited for ages 0-5. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ira Township Library.
Meet up with friendly and fun folks for a game of Swipe (local variation!), or whatever card game the group decides to play. "Shut the Box" and other games available too.
Join us the a monthly book club at the G. Lynn Campbell branch. Here are the exciting titles for this fall.
10/23 - A Good Girl's Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson
11/20 - And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie
12/18 - The Christmas Bookshop by Jenny Colgan
Get into the holiday spirit with our amazing bake sale--we, the Friends of the G. Lynn Campbell Library, have the best cookies around. The perfect way to bring some holiday cheer! Sale is open until cookies sell out. So get here quick!
Build, create, grow! Join the Ira Library LEGO Explorers as we craft themed creations featuring animals, buildings, vehicles, and more. Your favorite LEGO builds will remain on display in the library until the next month's program!
October: Scary Monsters
November: Disney Characters
December: Winter Wonderland
Music, crafts, activities, and treats, plus wonderful photo ops with Santa! Registration requested for children attending. This program will be held at the Don Dodge Auditorium in the County Administration building.
Get cozy with meal and a Christmas classic! When a man inadvertently makes Santa fall off his roof on Christmas Eve, he finds himself magically recruited to take his place and must convince a world of disbelievers, including himself. Rated PG. Registration requested for meal planning. Sponsored by the Friends of the Marine City Library.
Come join us in the Gilbert Wilcox Meeting Room at the Port Huron Library for some friendly conversation on a new book each month. Every month we will have a different genre of book and presenter, so you will have a variety of books to discuss. Light snacks and beverages will be provided. Check with the front desk for each month's selection of titles.
Preschoolers and their adults: Join us at the library for a happy blend of stories, rhymes, music and movement, followed by a creative activity time.
Join us for a fun and educational blend of stories, crafts, movement activities, and songs. Hope to see you there!
Join us in the Yale Library for a storytime filled with a happy blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children, followed by activity time with structured play to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for learning.
Join us for a fun blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children. We'll also enjoy a craft and movement activities for aiding growth and education. Caregivers welcomed to participate too!
We will be working on simple projects, your choice of embroidery or cross stitch. There will be kits available to do, or feel free to bring in a project you are working on and make some new stitching friends!
Come and join a dedicated group of knitters! Beginners are welcome--this group is happy to help! Bring a project to work on, or start something new.
Adults...join us weekly to play this popular word game! All levels of skill are welcome.
Have you always wanted to write, but don't know where to start? Maybe you once considered yourself a writer, but life's busyness has stifled your creativity....No matter your experience with the writing craft, a group of other likeminded wordsmiths may be just the community needed to provide you with motivation, accountability, and feedback. We'll do some writing using prompts, share our creations (if comfortable), and encourage each other to keep putting pen to paper.
Come play Canasta with us! Don't know how or need a refresher? We'll help you.
CANCELED - Join us at the Capac Library to enjoy read aloud stories with a mix of songs, movement, and structured activities that promote early learning and literacy
Bring your preschool-age children for some storytime fun! They will enjoy a reading, an energetic activity, and a craft. Bring your favorite stuffie to our specially themed dates: October 28 - Halloween, November 25 - Thanksgiving, and December 23 - Christmas.
Join us each month for an afternoon of fun and relaxation at the Yale Library Diamond Painting Club! We'll meet on the 4th week of each month to work on a wide variety of diamond painting projects as we enjoy the company of friends both new and old. Beginners welcome, registration requested.
Learn to play Bridge at the Burtchville Library with Donna Frohm. Sharpen and improve your game. All levels of experience are welcome. Ages 18 & up. Registration requested.
Preschoolers and their adults: Join us at the library for a happy blend of stories, rhymes, music and movement, followed by a creative activity time.
Join us for a fun and educational blend of stories, crafts, movement activities, and songs. Hope to see you there!
Join us in the Yale Library for a storytime filled with a happy blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children, followed by activity time with structured play to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for learning.
Join us for a fun blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children. We'll also enjoy a craft and movement activities for aiding growth and education. Caregivers welcomed to participate too!
Come and join a dedicated group of knitters! Beginners are welcome--this group is happy to help! Bring a project to work on, or start something new.
Adults...join us weekly to play this popular word game! All levels of skill are welcome.
Join us for a relaxing and inspiring session where you'll explore the beauty of watercolors.
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, our instructor will help you to develop your unique style while practicing essential techniques. Don't miss this opportunity to unwind and express your creativity through watercolor.
All materials will be provided. Registration requested.
Join us on the 4th Monday at 6pm to discuss the current book selection of the month. Registration is kindly requested.
October: The Keeper of Hidden Books by Madeline Martin
November: The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon
December: The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah
Join us at the Yale Library each month to meet with your friends, take part in lively discussions, and feed your fiction addiction by reading the month's selection.
October (10/26): The Very Secret Society of Irregualar Witches by Sangu Mandanna
November (11/23): Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil by John Berendt
December (12/28): The Secret Christmas Library by Jenny Colgan
*Please plan ahead as some participants may need to request books from interlibrary loan.
Come play or learn the tiled game of Mahjong. This is different from the on-line game. We will do our best to help you learn how to play.
Join us at the Capac Library to enjoy read aloud stories with a mix of songs, movement, and structured activities that promote early learning and literacy
Bring your preschool-age children for some storytime fun! They will enjoy a reading, an energetic activity, and a craft. Bring your favorite stuffie to our specially themed dates: October 28 - Halloween, November 25 - Thanksgiving, and December 23 - Christmas.
Learn to play Bridge at the Burtchville Library with Donna Frohm. Sharpen and improve your game. All levels of experience are welcome. Ages 18 & up. Registration requested.
Hang out with your friends and enjoy a snack once every Thursday anytime between 2:30-4:00 p.m. and once a month pizza! Engage in activities such as playing board or Switch games, participating in scavenger hunts, conversing with friends, reading a book or simply relaxing. Pizza and snacks provided by Friends of the Yale Library.
Preschoolers and your adults: Join us at the library for a happy blend of stories, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by a creative activity time.
Join us for a fun and educational blend of stories, crafts, movement activities, and songs. Hope to see you there!
Join us at the Yale Library for a storytime filled with a happy blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children, followed by activity time with structured play to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for learning.
Join us for a fun blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children. We'll also enjoy a craft and movement activities for aiding growth and education. Caregivers welcomed to participate too!
Come and join a dedicated group of knitters! Beginners are welcome--this group is happy to help! Bring a project to work on or start something new.
Adults...join us weekly to play this popular word game! All levels of skill are welcome.
Join the crochet craze! Learn to crochet or bring your own projects and crochet with the group. Supplies and patterns will be available for all different skill levels. We will work on a new project each month. All ages are welcome. Registration requested.
"Get involved - Be among friends!" Become a part of your community library and discuss plans for the future. All are welcome!
Whether you're an experienced player or new to the game, join this fun group of Mahjong players.
Teens, hang out with your friends doing retro 80s crafts with a movie on the first Tuesday of the month and games with snacks the third Thursday of the month. Snacks provided by the Friends of the Library. Ages 13-18. Registration requested.
January: Honey, I Shrunk the Kids
February: Back to the Future
March: Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure
Calling teen adventurers! Do you like tabletop roleplaying games? Are you curious about how Dungeons & Dragons is played? Join other teens to play and learn as you go. No experience necessary. Everything needed, such as dice and character sheets, will be provided.
Join us for an evening of fun and relaxation at the Memphis Library Diamond Painting Club! We'll work on a variety of diamond painting projects as we enjoy the company of friends, both new and old. Beginners are always welcome. Please register so we can plan our supplies. All materials are provided.
If you love knitting or crochet, then join the Marysville Knitters! Creating with a group of like-minded fiber friends will inspire you and make crafting more fun. Beginners are welcome--the others are happy to help teach!
Come, play Canasta with us! Don't know how to play or need a refresher? We will help you.
Join us at the Ira Township Library for a fun blend of stories, crafts, and movement activities! Whether your child loves stories or is just discovering the joy of books, Storytime offers a welcoming space to build imagination, early skills, and connection with others.
Bring your sewing, knitting, paper, or other portable projects to the Burtchville Library to work on them while connect with fellow crafters. Whether you want to learn new skills, share your knowledge with others, or just enjoy companionship with other makers, please join us. Registration required. Ages 19 and up
Join us at the Capac Library to enjoy read-aloud stories with a mix of songs, movement, and structured activities that promote early learning and literacy for preschoolers.
Bring your preschool-age children for some Storytime fun! They will enjoy a reading, an energetic activity, and a craft. Bring your favorite stuffie to our specially themed dates: January 27 --Snow, February 24 -- Love, March 24 -- Libraries.
Learn to play Bridge at the Burtchville Library with Donna Frohm. Sharpen and improve your game. All levels of experience are welcome. Ages 18 & up. Registration requested.
Hang out with us after school for an afternoon of gaming on the big screen! Whether its Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros., or something else, we've controllers for everyone. Don’t miss out!
Drop in at the Yale Library on the first Wednesday of each month and tinker around with Tinkertoys, Legos, and magnetic tiles. Meet the monthly challenge or create your own design! Your masterpiece can be displayed until the next Tinker Time. Ages 5-12.
Love Lego? Show off your skills! Drop in between 4 and 6 pm on the first Wednesday of the month to take on our monthly Lego building challenge. Build something epic, then see your creation displayed at the library until the next Lego Club meet-up. Ages 5-12. Registration requested.
A group of support, understanding, and shared information for those caring for loved ones experiencing dementia/Alzheimer's. This group meets on the 1st Wednesday of the month.
Join Licensed Massage Therapist Krista Ward for a singing bowls sounds meditation session. Reduce your stress and anxiety in this immersive sound experience. Bring your own mat, pillows, blankets, and bolster pillows for added comfort. The session will be roughly 30 minutes with questions and conversation afterward.
Join us for a unique concept in aerobic exercise, performed to upbeat music, from the comfort and support of a chair!
Enjoy a story and simple craft followed by activity time with structured play to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for early learning.
Hang out with your friends and enjoy a snack once every Thursday anytime between 2:30-4:00 p.m. and once a month pizza! Engage in activities such as playing board or Switch games, participating in scavenger hunts, conversing with friends, reading a book or simply relaxing. Pizza and snacks provided by Friends of the Yale Library.
Paint your own planter that we printed from our 3D printer. Choices will be a cat, dog, owl or dragon - add your choice to your name when you register. (Example: Sue - owl)
We will print based on request. Pots will be about the size of a small succulent.
Looking for recommendations on what to read next? Want to share your thoughts on the book you just finished? Need to make progress on a crafty project? Come sit for a spell and spin a yarn while you work on your handicrafts and talk books with fellow readers and crafters. Light refreshments will be available.
Join us for a fun and informative tabletop role-playing game experience! We’ll laugh, explore fantastical worlds, create memorable characters, and tell stories together. Along the way, we’ll also try out different TTRPG systems, each offering unique rules and storytelling styles. Whether you’re a seasoned adventurer or completely new to tabletop games, there’s always a new adventure waiting!
Are you an author working on a graphic novel or thinking about starting one? Are you an artist who loves bringing stories to life on the page? Teen writers and illustrators of all skill levels are welcome to join us for monthly sessions where we'll discuss the art of creating graphic novels, share work, exchange ideas, and give each other friendly feedback.
Join us as we create one of a kind bookmarks using paint swatches, stickers, markers, and your imagination.
Join us as we work on motor and social skills in a variety of methods. Geared to children in preschool and younger.
Meet up at the Burtchville Library for our drop-in playtime. Children can enjoy open‑ended play with toys & books that develop their imaginations and that support early literacy, motor skills, creativity, and social development. It’s a relaxed space to meet other families, build connections, and let little ones play at their own pace and learn sharing and communication. Whether you’re looking to meet new friends, support your child’s development, or simply enjoy a fun morning together, this open‑play environment is the perfect place to connect and play at your own pace. Come join the fun. This program is designed for tots ages 0-5 with caregivers. Registration requested.
Play is serious business! Through play, children develop their imaginations, vocabularies, and physical dexterity. Through play with others, they learn social skills like sharing and communicating. And in a playgroup, they can make new friends (and parents can, too). Join us every Friday morning at the Ira Township Library for a fun and educational playtime! Best suited for ages 0-5.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Ira Township Library
Meet up with friendly and fun folks for a game of Swipe (local variation!), or whatever card game the group decides to play. "Shut the Box" and other games available too.