"Get involved - Be among friends!" Become a part of your community library and discuss plans for the future. All are welcome!
Join us during our monthly meetings to discuss new and ongoing projects.
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.
Design and paint your own reusable tote bag with custom artwork and patterns. All supplies provided.
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.
Travel around the world through unique snacks and candy. Each month we will discuss and rate fun food from a new country at a different library branch. Food allergens might be present. All participates will be asked to sign a wavier.
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 fun and educational blend of stories, crafts, movement activities, and songs. Hope to see you there!
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:
July 22nd is space themed
August 26th is fairy tales themed
September 23rd is pirates themed
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.
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.
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.
Gary Brandt is a popular singer and songwriter from Michigan. Jackie Davidson is a member of the New Christy Minstrels and has performed at Carnegie Hall and the White House. Their program combines classic and original folk songs into an energetic, entertaining, and fun show. There will be a lot of audience interaction, participation, and humor along with personal insights and stories with the songs. Classic songs song in the show were written/performed by Chapin, Denver, Lightfoot, Croce, Dylan, Guthrie, Seeger, and many more. This program is at the Don Dodge Auditorium right behind and across the street south from the Main Branch of the St. Clair County Library System on 200 Grand River Ave.
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 craft with a mix of poems, songs, or movement activities that promote literacy.
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.
Come join the Burtchville Library for a fun night of creative building with Legos and magnetic tiles. Ages 3-10. Registration is requested.
Are you worried about outliving your retirement savings? Join us for a free educational seminar to explore the different types of annuities, their crediting methods, and strategies that can help create dependable retirement income. Learn how to protect your savings from market uncertainty, and have greater financial confidence. Discover where annuities fit into a retirement plan, who they may be appropriate for, and what questions to ask before making any decisions. No products will be sold. Food and beverages provided.
Presenters: Ted Bytnar and Michael Kiczak, The Affinity Group of Companies
Tiny Pterodactyl
Love Dinosaurs (or know someone who does)? Join us as we crochet this adorable dino that can travel where ever your adventures take you this fall.
Skill level: Advance Beginner (Pattern reading and decreasing required.) All materials supplied. Hooks for in library use available.
Fold, paint and embellish a paperback book to make a decorative witch. all supplies provided. Please register as space is limited.
Licensed insurance agent Margaret Path will be here to explain the different parts of Medicare plans and answer related questions. No cost...no obligation...just education.
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.
Join us as we work on motor, and social skills in a variety of methods. Geared to children preschool and younger.
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.
Build, create, grow! Join the Ira Library LEGO Club 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 club!
Upcoming themes:
September - Ancient Egypt
Join us in creating a heart-warming gift to honor the special grandparent or grandparents in your life.
Will it be victory for the Zombie Team or Team Alien?
Work together to construct your defenses from cardboard boxes and duct tape, strategize to capture the flag from the opposing fortress, then celebrate with pizza.
All supplies provided. Yes, all of them. Yes, we mean the Nerf guns, too. No, you can't take them home. And no, you can't bring yours in from home. Yes, we bought extra Nerf darts, too. Yes, we think it'll be enough. Yes, we're sure.
Event will be in the Don Dodge Auditorium. Geared for children ages 5 - 12. Registration and signed hold harmless form required.
Will it be victory for the Zombie Team or Team Alien?
Work together to construct your defenses from cardboard boxes and duct tape, strategize to capture the flag from the opposing fortress, then celebrate with pizza.
All supplies provided. Yes, all of them. Yes, we mean the Nerf guns, too. No, you can't take them home. And no, you can't bring yours in from home. Yes, we bought extra Nerf darts, too. Yes, we think it'll be enough. Yes, we're sure.
Event will be in the Don Dodge Auditorium. Geared for children ages 13 - 17. Registration and signed hold harmless form required.
After a shipwreck, an intelligent robot called Roz is stranded on an uninhabited island. To survive the harsh environment, Roz bonds with the island's animals and cares for an orphaned baby goose. Registration requested for food planning.
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 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
This interactive workshop is designed to give participants practical writing advice and hands-on exercises they can apply immediately. Attendees will work on developing voice, structuring stories, navigating the writing process, and understanding the path from manuscript to published book. While suitable for any age, it is primarily geared toward adult writers.
Have your memories come to life to enjoy for years to come! Join us as we teach you how to do a 2-page layout with a variety of scrapbook papers & supplies. All you need to bring is a few 4 x 6 pictures to put into an album, (we are supplying) that you can take home! Registration is requested.
Unleash your creativity while you learn the art of linocut printmaking! In this hands-on workshop, we will learn the basics of this popular printmaking technique as we carve unique designs into rubber blocks and then use them to print images onto paper. All materials provided, registration requested.
2026 marks the 100th anniversary of the opening of Route 66, one of America's most iconic highways. This newly updated travelogue, presented by Michael Artman, will take the audience down the road and will explain not only the history and lure of Route 66, but its exciting renaissance as well.
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.
This is a workshop for learning basic sewing skills. Patterns and material for making a fun sewing project will be provided. All skill levels welcome! Registration is requested as we have a limited amount of sewing machines.
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.
Elevate your library haul from a simple stack of books to a personalized fashion statement! Join us for a creative workshop where you'll design and press your very own custom book tote bag. Whether you're a fan of classic literature, gothic horror, or whimsical fantasy, you'll have the chance to curate a collection of patches that reflect your unique reading personality. We provide the canvas bags and the heat, you provide the vision!
This interactive workshop is designed to give participants practical writing advice and hands-on exercises they can apply immediately. Attendees will work on developing voice, structuring stories, navigating the writing process, and understanding the path from manuscript to published book. While suitable for any age, it is primarily geared toward adult writers.
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.
Enjoy the outdoors and explore local parks in great company! Each walk will typically cover 2-3 miles, and reusable water bottles will be provided. Information about popular walking apps will be available to help you stay motivated and track your progress.
Please note that a waiver must be signed before participating. Some trails may be unpaved and cover uneven ground. Walk times will alternate weekly between mornings and evenings to fit a variety of schedules.
Walking Location:
Pine River Nature Center
2585 Castor Road, Goodells, MI 48027
Mixed walking paths- Paved and gravel
Walking 1-3 miles
Little ones with their caregivers take their high daytime energy and begin to wind down, easing into this quieter storytime. Stories and songs help children move into calmer, night-time vibes, with gentle movement and relaxing breathwork.
Come and meet local author Yvonne Osborne at the Yale Library and discuss her new book Black River.
Set in rural Michigan's river district, Black River follows nineteen-year-old Boyd Sopal, a farm boy who expects his life to stay simple until the arrival of the Fulenciano family. Boyd falls for Maggie, the outsider the town refuses to accept. When a confrontation turns deadly, Boyd hides what happened in the fast-moving Black River, believing the current will erase the evidence and the guilt. It does not. As winter deepens and the river swells, suspicion rises. Old prejudices sharpen into threats. Boyd and Maggie are pushed beyond town lines, into the remote wilderness of the Upper Peninsula and Canada, trying to outrun a secret that keeps resurfacing and a river that refuses to keep quiet.
Black River blends rural noir tension with the momentum of a border-crossing flight, unfolding as a propulsive coming-of-age crime story about legacy, loyalty, and the dangerous myth that silence protects the ones we love.
Let's roll up our sleeves to create new paper from old. Children will make a sheet or two to take home for drawing, doodle or write on.
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 for a fun and educational blend of stories, crafts, movement activities, and songs. Hope to see you there!
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:
July 22nd is space themed
August 26th is fairy tales themed
September 23rd is pirates themed
Join us for a relaxing afternoon of Diamond Art! All skill levels welcome. Supplies are provided.
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.
Let the autumn adventures begin!! Create your own bucket list by painting and decorating a paper cup and some popsicle sticks. Write down a fall activity you'd like to do on each stick, then randomly choose one every weekend.
Enjoy a story and craft with a mix of poems, songs, or movement activities that promote literacy.
Trying to leave their troubled lives behind, twin brothers return to their hometown to start again, only to discover that an even greater evil is waiting to welcome them back. Please join us at the Burtchville Library to watch this Oscar winning film. Film is rated R with a runtime of 2 hours 8 minutes. 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.
Love Dogs? Come Get Some Cuddles!
Need to destress? Join us for some quality time with certified therapy dogs from Love on a Leash.
Hold harmless by parent/guardian required.
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.
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.
Show off your style by turning ordinary pens into whimsical floral decorations. These colorful bouquets of functional art will brighten up your workspace - after all, homework feels less like work when your pen is a flower! Registration is requested, as supplies are limited.
Journey with award winning author, Sharon Krasny, into the ancient narrative surrounding Ötzi the Iceman. Murdered 5000 years ago and perfectly preserved in an Italian glacier, Ötzi is the oldest cold case. He has taught us so much about who we were and where we came from, yet we do not even know his name. His remains contain many clues, prompt numerous questions, and challenge us to be more than we were before his discovery. His story inspired Krasny to write the duology of Iceman Awakens and Shroud of Ice. Come learn how Ötzi unites us all because not all who are dead are silent.
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.
Licensed insurance agent Margaret Path will be teaching the basics of Medicare and how to navigate the plans available. Registration requested.
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.
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.
Join the caravan--we're taking storytime on the move! Bring your little ones in strollers, wagons, bicycle trailers, or trotting alongside you as we walk through the park and through the pages of a pretty story.
We'll meet at the playset parking lot at East China Township Park. Subject to being canceled in case of weather; register to get cancellation notices.
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.
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).
It's time for the second annual downhill derby at the Marysville Library! Kids 6-12 will learn some of the science behind how gravity-powered derby racers work and what makes them go faster. Then we're building and testing our own rickety cardboard derby racers. Will your rickety racer go fast, or will it wreck? Let's find out!
Stop in at the library for an old-fashioned outdoor fall-themed celebration! All ages are invited to enjoy classic crafts, activities, games, and more. Savor delicious donuts and apple cider while exploring everything our harvest festival has to offer. This event will be located on the library's west lawn, weather permitting.
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.
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.
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!
Come and join us for an embroidery or cross stitch class. We will have kits for doing either available. You can bring your own project or enjoy one of ours! Ages 12 and up, all skill levels.
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.
"Chair Yoga proves that yoga is for every body! With the support of a chair, you'll enjoy energizing stretches, posture-friendly movements, and calming breathwork that leave you feeling strong, centered, and ready for your day." Possibility for optional hand weights as well!
Join parenting expert, award-winning educator, and former child psychology professor Martha Burich, M.Ed., author of "Yes You Can Raise Happy Responsible Children", for an engaging, practical presentation filled with real-life examples and solutions you can begin using immediately. This event is free to attend, and perfect for parents, grandparents, teachers, and anyone who wants calmer, happier family relationships. The author will have books available for purchase after the presentation.
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.
Enjoy the outdoors and explore local parks in great company! Each walk will typically cover 2-3 miles, and reusable water bottles will be provided. Information about popular walking apps will be available to help you stay motivated and track your progress.
Please note that a waiver must be signed before participating. Some trails may be unpaved and cover uneven ground. Walk times will alternate weekly between mornings and evenings to fit a variety of schedules.
Walking location:
Kettlewell Pond
Meet at Fort Gratiot Meijer parking lot (southwest end)
4775 24th Ave. Fort Gratiot Township, MI 48059
Paved
Around a 2-mile walk
This interactive workshop is designed to give participants practical writing advice and hands-on exercises they can apply immediately. Attendees will work on developing voice, structuring stories, navigating the writing process, and understanding the path from manuscript to published book. While suitable for any age, it is primarily geared toward adult writers.
Whether you're an experienced player or new to the game, join this fun group of Mahjong players.
Create glowing firefly jars using soft lights and decorative elements to capture the magic of summer evenings.
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.
This interactive workshop is designed to give participants practical writing advice and hands-on exercises they can apply immediately. Attendees will work on developing voice, structuring stories, navigating the writing process, and understanding the path from manuscript to published book. While suitable for any age, it is primarily geared toward adult writers.
Kids 12 and up: Relax with a fun movie, friends, and snacks!
July: "Scooby Doo." (PG)
August: "Superman" (2025 version). (PG-13)
September: "Goosebumps." (PG)
Little ones with their caregivers take their high daytime energy and begin to wind down, easing into this quieter storytime. Stories and songs help children move into calmer, night-time vibes, with gentle movement and relaxing breathwork.
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.
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:
July 22nd is space themed
August 26th is fairy tales themed
September 23rd is pirates themed
It's time for the second annual downhill derby at the Marysville Library! Kids 6-12 will learn some of the science behind how gravity-powered derby racers work and what makes them go faster. Then we're building and testing our own rickety cardboard derby racers. Will your rickety racer go fast, or will it wreck? Let's find out!
Join us each month for an afternoon of fun and relaxation at the Yale Library Diamond Painting Club! We'll meet on the fourth 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.
Join us for Teen Hangout Time! Hang out with friends and enjoy a snack while you read or discuss what you've been reading, play a board game, make a craft, work on a puzzle, and more!
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 fun-filled evening of diamond painting. We will be working on autumnal wooden leaf coasters.
Enjoy a story and craft with a mix of poems, songs, or movement activities that promote literacy.
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 you been curious about diamond painting? join us at the Memphis Branch for a special Diamond Art class for teens! You can make your own sun catcher to take home. Sign up now as space is limited.
Join us for bingo fun at the Library. Hang out, eat popcorn, win prizes!
Join us for an evening of fun and relaxation at the Ira Township Library's Diamond Painting Club! Work on a wide variety of diamond painting projects as you enjoy the company of friends both new and old. Beginners welcome, registration requested.
The different parts of Medicare (A,B,C, D) will be talked about along with the difference between gap plans and advantage plans. This event is only for educational purposes and no plan-specific benefits or details will be shared.
Enjoy lively conversation regarding the book of the month. Please call the Capac Library at the beginning of each month 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.
Technotag Mobile Laser Tag will be at the Don Dodge Auditorium for this event from 11:00-12:30. Perfect for beginners, but experienced players will have a great time, too! Each player will receive a vest and a laser. Use the barriers to avoid your opponents laser fire. Three age groups will get 30 minute time slots. Here are the slots and age groups. Please register for one slot.
11:00AM-11:30AM- Adults
11:30-12:00PM- Teens
12:00PM-12:30PM- Families
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.
Technotag Mobile Laser Tag will be at the Don Dodge Auditorium for this event. Perfect for beginners, but experienced players will have a great time, too! Each player will receive a vest and a laser. Use the barriers to avoid your opponents laser fire. Please register for one time slot. 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.
Technotag Mobile Laser Tag will be at the Don Dodge Auditorium for this event from 11:00-12:30. Perfect for beginners, but experienced players will have a great time, too! Each player will receive a vest and a laser. Use the barriers to avoid your opponents laser fire. Three age groups will get 30 minute time slots. Here are the slots and age groups. Please register for one slot.
11:00AM-11:30AM- Adults
11:30-12:00PM- Teens
12:00PM-12:30PM- Families
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.
With a wide variety of fun colors, beads and charms, join us to make some amazing bracelets for your friends, family or yourself!
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!
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. July: "Funny Story" by Emily Henry / August: "My Friends" by Fredrik Backman / September: "The Girl Who Survived" by Lisa Jackson
Travel around the world through unique snacks and candy. Each month we will discuss and rate fun food from a new country at a different library branch. Food allergens might be present. All participates will be asked to sign a wavier
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.
July: The Fossil Hunter by Tea Cooper (7/27)
August: Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt (8/24)
September: The Harvey Girls by Juliette Fay (9/28)
*Please plan ahead as some participants may need to request books from interlibrary loan.
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.
Join us for a night of painting and creating your own magnets.
Enjoy the outdoors and explore local parks in great company! Each walk will typically cover 2-3 miles, and reusable water bottles will be provided. Information about popular walking apps will be available to help you stay motivated and track your progress.
Please note that a waiver must be signed before participating. Some trails may be unpaved and cover uneven ground. Walk times will alternate weekly between mornings and evenings to fit a variety of schedules.
Walking Location:
Lightship to Bridge
800 Prospect Pl, Port Huron, MI 48060
Paved
1.5 miles
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Unleash your creativity while you learn the art of linocut printmaking! In this hands-on workshop, we will learn the basics of this popular printmaking technique as we carve unique designs into rubber blocks and then use them to print images onto paper. All materials provided, registration requested.
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Little ones with their caregivers take their high daytime energy and begin to wind down, easing into this quieter storytime. Stories and songs help children move into calmer, night-time vibes, with gentle movement and relaxing breathwork.
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:
July 22nd is space themed
August 26th is fairy tales themed
September 23rd is pirates themed
S.W. Raine writes steampunk and urban fantasy adventures filled with action, banter, and found family. A Canadian-born mischief-maker in Michigan, she's a gamer, Marvel fangirl, and cat wrangler extraordinaire when not writing. She will be talking about her writing process and works.
Celebrate Route 66's 100th anniversary with this in-depth presentation by Michael Artman. In this "travelogue" you will experience the thrill of driving down this mythic highway, learning the history as well as the renaissance occurring along sections of this road today.
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.
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.
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.
In this Michael Artman travelogue, you will experience the thrill of driving down one of the mythic highways in American history. Imagine driving through cities like Amarillo, Texas or Gallup, New Mexico. This presentation will explain the history of the highway and show you what Historical Route 66 is like today. It will focus on four states, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona with an in-depth look at the renaissance that is occurring along sections of this road today and the people that are causing it to happen. It will conclude with you "standin' on the corner" in Winslow, Arizona. Sponsored by the Friends of the Burtchville Library.
Join local NASA Solar System Ambassador Robert Berta for a fascinating journey through the universe! Discover how scientists are searching for life beyond Earth, explore the incredible distances and sizes of objects in space, and learn how time travel is possible according to modern physics. We'll also discuss future human space exploration, the most valuable investments in space research, and even how you can use your smartphone to locate objects in the night sky. From the search for extraterrestrial life to the future of human space travel, this program offers an engaging look at some of the biggest questions in science today.
Now is the time to start that novel you have always wanted to do. Local author Stacy N. Elliott is here to help. Stacy will detail her own journey as the author of Grandfather's Whispers before delving into some creative writing exercises to get your creative juices flowing. If possible, bring a short sample of your work to go over in class but do not worry if you haven't written anything yet. Stacy will also go over techniques to enhance your writing skills and overcome the dreaded writer's block.
Join us in Memphis for a rousing game of Bingo! Every BINGO wins a prize! Register early and bring your friends.
Medicare specialist Margaret Path will help you navigate the Medicare system.
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.
The Double Crochet. We will be learning the basics of crochet. Simple stitches on repeat until you are comfortable. All materials supplied. Hooks for in library use available.
Join us for a frightfully fun Halloween party! We'll have ghoulish games, creepy crafts, a monster mash bash, and trick-or-treat through the library. Costumes encouraged!
Survive for Snacks! Think Squid Games, but with less doom and more snacks. Compete in Korean children's games where getting "eliminated" doesn't mean game over - it just means you'll have to work for your second chance! Outsmart, outplay, and out-maneuver your fellow contestants to win glory (and maybe some candy). No one dies. Promise.
Location: Donald E. Dodge Auditorium. Registration requested for teens +.
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.
Know how to sew and have an eye for design? Come make a few super cute bookmarks using felt and a little creativity!
Are you interested in supporting your library? Join the Friends! Everyone is welcome to attend so come connect with the community and volunteer to help your library grow.
This stunning 244-page coffee table book chronicles Midland's unprecedented architectural legacy and validates Midland, Michigan as the Mid-Century Modern (MCM) City of America. Browse its pages to see new and historic photographs of residential, religious, educational, commercial, and civic Mid-Century Modern structures built between 1930 and 1970. Learn the story of MCM architecture in Midland - inspired by Midland native and architect Alden B. Dow - and see how more than 50 architects, designers and engineers contributed to the MCM movement, each expressing their unique style of Modernism in such buildings as LeRoy Smith House in Algonac and the Henry McMorran Auditorium and Sports Arena in Port Huron.
Meet the New York Times Best Selling author at the Blue Water Convention Center. Tessa Bailey is the author of more than 60 contemporary romance and romantic suspense novels. She will be on hand to talk about her writing and current novel Broken Rivals. There will be a moderated conversation with Tessa and a photo line afterwards. This event is occurring at the Blue Water Convention Center located at 800 Harker St, Port Huron, MI 48060. A local bookseller will be on hand with pre-signed copies of several of Tessa's titles.
Former New Christy Minstrel star Jackie Davidson and musician Gary Brandt return to the Marysville branch for another feel-good evening of music and fun.
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.
The Yale library is pleased to host its first book tasting event, offering attendees the opportunity to peruse a diverse array of books and enjoy complimentary snacks.
Drop in anytime between 4-6 for this fun event.
Kids, start your engines and come design, engineer, and race balloon-powered cars! Explore the sciences of motion and physics while testing different designs to make your car go the fastest. Please register, as supplies are limited.
Step into the City of Starlight for an evening inspired by Sarah J. Maas's beloved Night Court. Test your knowledge with ACOTAR-themed trivia, complete magical challenges, explore interactive stations, and earn points for your court as you journey through Velaris. Costumes are welcome but not required. Prizes will be awarded throughout the evening.
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 celebrate the centennial of this famous road! Join us as seasoned traveler Mr. Michael Artman takes us though an in depth trip across four states. In this travelogue you will experience the thrill of driving down one of the mythic highways in American history. Imagine driving though cities like Amarillo, Texas or Gallup, New Mexico. This presentation will explain the history of the highway and show you what Historic Route 66 is like today 100 years later.
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.
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.
Venture into the dark with true crime author Tobin T. Buhk, who will introduce you to a cannibal killer who left his macabre trophies in a rented home; two suspected witches; the cult murder of an entire family; a trail of bloodless victims that led investigators to suspect a vampire killer; and other real Michigan monsters.
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! This month we're taking inspiration from nature and making art with leaf prints. For your convenience we'll be hosting this program in the afternoon, and again in the evening.
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.
Come join the Burtchville Library for a fun night of creative building with Legos and magnetic tiles. Ages 3-10. Registration is requested.
Let's get crafty! This month we're taking inspiration from nature and making art with leaf prints. For your convenience we'll be hosting this program in the afternoon, and again in the evening.
Join us as we get ready for the spooky season by creating some holiday décor. Skill level: Advance Beginner (Pattern reading and decreasing required.) All materials supplied. Hooks for in library use available.
Celebrate the 100th anniversary of the opening of the Main Street of America, Route 66! Michael Artman will take you on an in-depth road trip that concentrates on the Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona sections of the legendary "Mother Road."
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.
Do the different parts of Medicare have you confused? Not sure what gap plans and advantage plans mean? Come listen, learn, and ask questions this evening with licensed insurance specialist Margaret Path.
Get a jump on Thanksgiving and make a turkey wall hanging. All materials provided. Space is limited.
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.
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!)
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
Join us for fun, games, crafts and treats at the library! Costumes encouraged but not required. Trick-or-treat bags will be provided.
Let the good times roll! Bring a friend and join us for an enjoyable afternoon of Bunco, the world's most popular game of chance. Never played before? Don't worry we'll teach you.
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.
Puzzlers, join us for challenging, Halloween-themed mystery. Solve the ghoulish clues around the library and figure out whodunnit.
CANCELED - 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.
CANCELLED- 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.
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.
Bring spooky season to life with glowing fluorescent paints! Create a haunted masterpiece featuring skeletons, ghosts, pumpkins, monsters, or your own eerie design and watch it shine under blacklight.
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.
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.
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!
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.
Visit a new country through its unique snacks and candy. Every month we will experience new and familiar flavors from different countries and rate what we think about each snack. Food allergens might be present.
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.
Celebrate the spooky season with a visit through our (mildly) haunted house.
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.
To celebrate the 100th birthday of the willy nilly silly old bear's first book, come party with us at the St. Clair Library! We'll have games, crafts, and snacks to enjoy!
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.
Come join us for a fun craft night where we will be creating ghostly friends or pumpkin pals using spackle and paint!
Join coauthors Elyse Sylvan and Martina Pine as they explore the collaborative process of writing and publishing By Her Will. Learn how a story evolves from concept to finished novel, how coauthors navigate creativity and decision-making together, and gain an inside look at the independent publishing journey. The presentation includes a discussion of the novel's themes, artwork, and inspiration, followed by audience Q&A.
Explore the sounds of 1960s sounds of Detroit, MI with hits by Smokey Robinson, Stevie Wonder, the Supremes, and more.
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.
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.
St. Clair County Genealogy & History Society, St. Clair County Library -
Michigan Room and the Ottawa Chapter NSDAR present a seminar promoting family and local history at the Donald E. Dodge Auditorium
(South & across the street from the back of the Main Library). Programs offered will help you uncover, research, and preserve your family history.
Did you know the most fun toys are made from simple chemical reactions? Join us at the Yale library to learn about and see the magic happen right before your eyes! Ages 5-12
It's spooky season at the library! Join us for a fun Halloween craft.
We're doing an engineering challenge with DIY catapults! 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!
Come enjoy a meal and a spooky thrill! There's something strange happening in the neighborhood, so a trio of kids investigate the neighbor's creepy house, discovering horrors lurking within. Rated PG. Registration requested for meal planning. Sponsored by the Friends of the Marine City Library.
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.
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!
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.
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.
You're invited to a unique holiday gaming event. Winners in the top 2 places will win a 3D printed item!
Join historian Andrew Kercher as he discusses the calendar's eternal struggle and why we leap! He will cover questions such as why do we have a leap day every 4 years? Why are there 60 seconds in a minute and not 100...or seven days in a week? Why is February so short? Will we ever be done springing forward and falling back? Get the low down about something we deal with every day: time!
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.
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.
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.
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. Registration Requested.
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.
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. (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.
Whether you enjoy hot or cold beverages on the go, keep your hands 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 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.
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 in the process of being restored after being relocated. Join u sat the Memphis 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).