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 Licensed Massage Therapist Krista Ward for a gong immersion meditation session. Reduce your stress and anxiety in this immersive sound experience. Bring your own mat, pillows, blankets, and bolster pillows for added comfort. Each session uses a different type of gong. The session will be roughly 30 minutes with questions and conversation afterward.
The Revolution that changed the world. Our presenter in uniform and supplied with an array of artifacts covers the causes of the American Revolution, the impact the war had on the world, the life of a soldier, the meals, the pay, the living conditions, and the hardships. Discover how the turtle (a colonial submarine), a fungus, and an insect helped us to win our independence The roles that women. pirates, spies, codes, ciphers, and deception had in winning the war are also revealed. The first battles of the war, the battle that turned the tide of the war, and the last big battle that ended the war are also covered in this exciting program.
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 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.
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.
Learn to paint a multi-colored themed scene in this instructor-led painting class guided by Stacey! All materials will be provided. 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.
What does an archaeologist do, and how do they do it? What did some of the earliest archaeologists find, and why was someone complaining about the Mesopotamian copper merchant Ea-Nasir? Andrew Kercher will answer all these questions and more, while kids explore real excavation stations or try their hands at creating a cuneiform tablet.
Located at the Main Library Lawn.
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.
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.
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.
Award-winning author Michele Feeney returns to the library to talk about her novel Like Home, which is the sequel to her book Like Family. Like Home, deepens the story of characters Mollie, Tom, and Cecilia in a powerful tale of family and hope.
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 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.
Bring prehistoric worlds to life! Up to 20 participants will create their own dinosaur and paleontologist characters using stop-motion animation. Each participant receives a DVD of their finished creation to take home.
Schedule a 5-minute, summer-themed micro session with a family photographer! Participants will receive a small selection of edited portraits. To schedule your session, please email: libraryprogram@stclaircounty.org
Only 1 photo session per family/group/individual, please. The sessions will be at an outdoor venue in the Port Huron area dependent on weather, with an indoor venue as a backup. Further details will be given when you schedule your session.
Join us to make a paper portrait! Make one of yourself, a pet, or bring a friend and make one of each other making it as realistic, silly, or colorful as you would like.
Watch as baby dinosaurs hatch from eggs right before your eyes! This interactive 35-40 minute show features audience participation, volunteers, and prizes.
Easy-going introduction to the world of handmade crafts and analog skills, chosen to help develop fine motor skills, patience, and creativity. Think simple projects: crochet, sewing, weaving, jewelry, and clay. All materials and instruction supplied.
For this interactive series, we'll use active games and creative exercises to make learning to read through phonics an enjoyable experience. By incorporating playful learning strategies, students will develop confidence in reading while building essential phonics skills for lifelong literacy. Geared toward first & second grade ages. Registration requested. August and September dates will take place in the Don Dodge Auditorium, behind and across the street from the Main Library. All other dates will be in the Gilbert-WIlcox Meeting Room on the second floor of the library.
Mondays
- July 20
- August 17 (In Don Dodge Auditorium)
- September 14 (in Don Dodge Auditorium)
- (NO OCTOBER)
- November 16
- December 14
Introduce your little one to the sounds and rhythms of language through short poems, stories, and music. Then stay for play! For children ages 0-3 and their caregivers.
Unearth your curiosity as we dig into the incredible science that's all around us!
Harness the power of pressure and energy with our Toilet Tornado!
Experiment with physical vs. chemical changes with our Disappearing Polymer!
Observe the effects of physical explosions, angles, and trajectory with our Hydro-Cannon!
And more!
If you didn't already love science, you'll really 'dig it' after experiencing Science Heroes!
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:
Blue Water River Walk
2200 Military St. Port Huron, MI 48060
Paved
Around a 1.5 mile walk
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 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.
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 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.
With a week of planning, sisters Theresa Richey and Sue Zmijski set out to travel across the entire state of Michigan. In nearly three years, these two Blue Water Residents ventured nearly 40,000 miles and saw over 2,000 places across the state. Come hear about this remarkable achievement.
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.
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.
Published author JK Allen guides you through the writing and editing process in this intensive 5-day workshop. Take your story from idea spark, through rough drafts, and into a crafted manuscript. Registration required - space is extremely limited. Best suited for teens 12 - 18.
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.
Published author JK Allen guides you through the writing and editing process in this intensive 5-day workshop. Take your story from idea spark, through rough drafts, and into a crafted manuscript. Registration required - space is extremely limited. Best suited for teens 12 - 18.
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.
Published author JK Allen guides you through the writing and editing process in this intensive 5-day workshop. Take your story from idea spark, through rough drafts, and into a crafted manuscript. Registration required - space is extremely limited. Best suited for teens 12 - 18.
Learn to paint a multi-colored themed scene in this instructor-led painting class guided by Stacey! All materials will be provided. 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.
Published author JK Allen guides you through the writing and editing process in this intensive 5-day workshop. Take your story from idea spark, through rough drafts, and into a crafted manuscript. Registration required - space is extremely limited. Best suited for teens 12 - 18.
In partnership with the St. Clair County Health Department, this class is for anyone interested in learning how to properly use naloxone (Narcan). Topics will include opioid basics, overdose signs and symptoms, facts about opioids and overdose, and how to respond effectively to an overdose using naloxone.
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.
Published author JK Allen guides you through the writing and editing process in this intensive 5-day workshop. Take your story from idea spark, through rough drafts, and into a crafted manuscript. Registration required - space is extremely limited. Best suited for teens 12 - 18.