BCLS Closed All Day 8/31 - 9/2 Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library, Auburn Area Branch Library, Pinconning Branch Library, Sage Branch Library, Virtual, Off Site The Bay County Library System will be closed Aug 31 - Sep 2, 2024 in honor of Labor Day. Closing Aug-Sep 2024 Closing BCLS Closed All Day 8/31 - 9/2 Branches: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library, Auburn Area Branch Library, Pinconning Branch Library, Sage Branch Library, Virtual, Off Site Description: The Bay County Library System will be closed Aug 31 - Sep 2, 2024 in honor of Labor Day.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. Pinconning Branch Kid's Comic Contest All Day Pinconning Branch Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children, Tweens Event Details: Are you an aspiring comic/graphic novel artist or just REALLY love reading them? If so, we want YOU to enter the Kid’s Comic Contest at the Pinconning Branch! Entries will be accep... This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. Sep 3 2024 Tue Pinconning Branch Kid's Comic Contest All Day Pinconning Branch Library Library Branch: Pinconning Branch Library Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Are you an aspiring comic/graphic novel artist or just REALLY love reading them? If so, we want YOU to enter the Kid’s Comic Contest at the Pinconning Branch!
This event is in the "Teens" group. Teen LitLoot Boxes: Grades 9-12 All Day 9/3 - 9/7 Virtual Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other Age Group: Teens Event Details: **Due to the high demand of this special collection/program it is available exclusively to Bay County resident cardholders. **Please register using the name of the teen that wil... Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Teens" group. Sep 3 - 7 2024 Teen LitLoot Boxes: Grades 9-12 All Day 9/3 - 9/7 Virtual Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other Required Seats Remaining: 11 Event Details: **Due to the high demand of this special collection/program it is available exclusively to Bay County resident cardholders. Disclaimer(s) Bay County Residents Only This high demand special collection/program is limited exclusively to Bay County resident cardholders only. Please alert staff to any food allergies. Registration is required. Please register in person, by phone, or online.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Knitting Solutions (2nd Floor) Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Second Floor Community Meeting Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Age Group: Adults Event Details: Drop in to knit and crochet with others. Expert knitters on site to help those who need assistance. Supplies not provided, please bring your own project to work on. This event is in the "Adults" group. Sep 3 2024 Tue Knitting Solutions (2nd Floor) 10:00am - 12:00pm Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library Room: Second Floor Community Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Event Details: Drop in to knit and crochet with others. Expert knitters on site to help those who need assistance. Supplies not provided, please bring your own project to work on.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. Story and Activity Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children, Tweens Event Details: Children ages 3-12 are invited to join us at Sage Branch Library for Story and Activity on Tuesday, September 3 at 1:30 pm. Decorate a notebook and pencil! We look forward to... Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. Sep 3 2024 Tue Story and Activity 1:30pm - 2:30pm Sage Branch Library Library Branch: Sage Branch Library Room: Sage Branch Community Room Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 19 Event Details: Children ages 3-12 are invited to join us at Sage Branch Library for Story and Activity on Tuesday, September 3 at 1:30 pm. Decorate a notebook and pencil! We look forward to seeing you! Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Registration is required. Please register in person, by phone, or online.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. Fakémon Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children, Tweens Event Details: Calling all Pokémon trainers! Join us as we create and design our own Pokémon using air dry clay and make a Pokémon card to go with it! Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. Sep 3 2024 Tue Fakémon 5:30pm - 6:30pm Auburn Area Branch Library Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library Room: Auburn Branch Community Room Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 1 Event Details: Calling all Pokémon trainers! Join us as we create and design our own Pokémon using air dry clay and make a Pokémon card to go with it! Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Registration is required. Please register in person, by phone, or online. This could get messy! Please wear old clothes.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Wednesdays With Walt Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Wirt Study Room #1 at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library Program Type: Technology Class Age Group: Adults Event Details: Get help with computer issue, learn how to use a device or app, ask questions, and more! Call (989) 893-9566 Ext. 2303 or email wpeglow@baycountylibrary.org to book your time! This event is in the "Adults" group. Sep 4 2024 Wed Wednesdays With Walt 11:00am - 12:00pm Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library Room: Wirt Study Room #1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology Class Event Details: Get help with computer issue, learn how to use a device or app, ask questions, and more! Call (989) 893-9566 Ext. 2303 or email wpeglow@baycountylibrary.org to book your time!
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. Comic Creation Hour Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Pinconning Branch Community Room at Pinconning Branch Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children, Tweens Event Details: Drop in at the Pinconning Branch on the 4th, 18th, and 25th of September to work on your entry for the Kid’s Comic Contest-art supplies will be provided. For contest entry form ... This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. Sep 4 2024 Wed Comic Creation Hour 3:30pm - 4:30pm Pinconning Branch Library Library Branch: Pinconning Branch Library Room: Pinconning Branch Community Room Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Drop in at the Pinconning Branch on the 4th, 18th, and 25th of September to work on your entry for the Kid’s Comic Contest-art supplies will be provided.
This event is in the "Tweens" group. Gamer Club: Animal Crossing Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library Program Type: Other Age Group: Tweens Event Details: Do you love gaming? Come join your fellow gamers in crafts, trivia, and fun activities based on the game of the month! This first month will be Animal Crossing themed! Required This event is in the "Tweens" group. Sep 4 2024 Wed Gamer Club: Animal Crossing 3:30pm - 4:30pm Auburn Area Branch Library Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library Room: Auburn Branch Community Room Age Group: Tweens Program Type: Other Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: Do you love gaming? Come join your fellow gamers in crafts, trivia, and fun activities based on the game of the month! This first month will be Animal Crossing themed! Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Registration is required. Please register in person, by phone, or online.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Baby Book Club Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:00pm Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library Program Type: Educational, Other, Storytime Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children Event Details: Join us at the Sage Branch Library on Wednesday, September 4 at 5:30 pm. Bring your baby to sing, rhyme, dance and take home a new book to keep. Stay to play and chat with other... Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Sep 4 2024 Wed Baby Book Club 5:30pm - 6:00pm Sage Branch Library Library Branch: Sage Branch Library Room: Sage Branch Community Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children Program Type: Educational, Other, Storytime Required Seats Remaining: 9 Event Details: Join us at the Sage Branch Library on Wednesday, September 4 at 5:30 pm. Bring your baby to sing, rhyme, dance and take home a new book to keep. Stay to play and chat with other parents. We look forward to seeing you! Disclaimer(s) This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. Registration is required. Please register in person, by phone, or online.
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Needle Crafters Club Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Auburn Fireplace Reading Area at Auburn Area Branch Library Program Type: Other Age Group: Teens, Adults Event Details: Bring your knitting and crochet projects and join us while we work on our projects. Other handwork is welcomed. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Sep 4 2024 Wed Needle Crafters Club 6:00pm - 7:30pm Auburn Area Branch Library Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library Room: Auburn Fireplace Reading Area Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Other Event Details: Bring your knitting and crochet projects and join us while we work on our projects. Other handwork is welcomed.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Wirt Nonfiction Book Club (Board Rm) Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Board Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults Event Details: Wirt Nonfiction Book Club This event is in the "Adults" group. Sep 4 2024 Wed Wirt Nonfiction Book Club (Board Rm) 6:00pm - 7:30pm Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library Room: Board Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: Wirt Nonfiction Book Club
This event is in the "Adults" group. Books & Brews Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Other at Off Site Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults Event Details: Looking for a book club where you not only get to explore new books, but check out different Bay City bars and restaurants? Join us at Beavers Pub for Books and Brews! This month w... Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Sep 4 2024 Wed Books & Brews 7:00pm - 8:30pm Off Site Library Branch: Off Site Room: Other Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Required Seats Remaining: 1 Event Details: Looking for a book club where you not only get to explore new books, but check out different Bay City bars and restaurants? Join us at Beavers Pub for Books and Brews! This month we are reading The Maid by Nita Prose. Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Registration is required. Please register in person, by phone, or online.
This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Bluey Party - Sage Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children Event Details: Wackadoo! Celebrate everyone’s favorite blue heeler pup, Bluey, with a photo booth, crafts, fun games like keepy-uppy, a Dance Mode dance party, and more! This program wil... Required This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Sep 5 2024 Thu Bluey Party - Sage 4:30pm - 5:30pm Sage Branch Library Library Branch: Sage Branch Library Room: Sage Branch Community Room Age Group: Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Wackadoo! Celebrate everyone’s favorite blue heeler pup, Bluey, with a photo booth, crafts, fun games like keepy-uppy, a Dance Mode dance party, and more! Disclaimer(s) This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. Due to the high demand of this program, please only register at one BCLS location – thank you! Registration is required. Please register in person, by phone, or online.
This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Bluey Party - Sage Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children Event Details: Wackadoo! Celebrate everyone’s favorite blue heeler pup, Bluey, with a photo booth, crafts, fun games like keepy-uppy, a Dance Mode dance party, and more! This program wil... Required This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Sep 5 2024 Thu Bluey Party - Sage 6:00pm - 7:00pm Sage Branch Library Library Branch: Sage Branch Library Room: Sage Branch Community Room Age Group: Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Wackadoo! Celebrate everyone’s favorite blue heeler pup, Bluey, with a photo booth, crafts, fun games like keepy-uppy, a Dance Mode dance party, and more! Disclaimer(s) This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. Due to the high demand of this program, please only register at one BCLS location – thank you! Registration is required. Please register in person, by phone, or online.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. Pups & Pages - Pinconning Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Pinconning Branch Community Room at Pinconning Branch Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Children, Tweens Event Details: Join us at the Pinconning library for Pups & Pages for ages 4-12! Bring a book from home or come a few minutes early to look at books as readers are assigned to a dog as they a... Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. Sep 5 2024 Thu Pups & Pages - Pinconning 6:00pm - 7:00pm Pinconning Branch Library Library Branch: Pinconning Branch Library Room: Pinconning Branch Community Room Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Educational Required Seats Remaining: 2 Event Details: Join us at the Pinconning library for Pups & Pages for ages 4-12! Bring a book from home or come a few minutes early to look at books as readers are assigned to a dog as they arrive and check in at the Pinconning Public Service Desk. Disclaimer(s) Registration is required. Please register in person, by phone, or online.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Brief Practices in Mindfulness Friday, September 6, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library Program Type: Educational, Workshop Age Group: Adults Event Details: Join Tanner Derror from MSU Extension for this 1-hour program. The goal of this workshop is to give participants a variety of mindfulness practices to use every day and to establis... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Sep 6 2024 Fri Brief Practices in Mindfulness 11:00am - 12:00pm Sage Branch Library Library Branch: Sage Branch Library Room: Sage Branch Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational, Workshop Required Seats Remaining: 19 Event Details: Join Tanner Derror from MSU Extension for this 1-hour program. The goal of this workshop is to give participants a variety of mindfulness practices to use every day and to establish an understanding of mindfulness. Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Registration is required. Please register in person, by phone, or online.
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Wood Biscuit Flowers Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am Pinconning Branch Community Room at Pinconning Branch Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Teens, Adults Event Details: Join us at the Pinconning Branch for the wood biscuit flowers craft. Adults and teens (grades 6 and up) are invited to attend. Please register with a valid phone number where... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Sep 7 2024 Sat Wood Biscuit Flowers 10:00am - 11:30am Pinconning Branch Library Library Branch: Pinconning Branch Library Room: Pinconning Branch Community Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Join us at the Pinconning Branch for the wood biscuit flowers craft. Adults and teens (grades 6 and up) are invited to attend. Please register with a valid phone number where you can be reached. Disclaimer(s) Please register each person individually, including adults. Registration is required. Please register in person, by phone, or online.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Busy Book Cafe Monday, September 9, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children Event Details: Join us at Sage Library on Monday, September 9 for Busy Book Cafe! For children ages 0-3 years old + Adult. We begin at 11 am. Craft supplies and directions will be available... Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Sep 9 2024 Mon Busy Book Cafe 11:00am - 12:00pm Sage Branch Library Library Branch: Sage Branch Library Room: Sage Branch Community Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Required Seats Remaining: 11 Event Details: Join us at Sage Library on Monday, September 9 for Busy Book Cafe! For children ages 0-3 years old + Adult. We begin at 11 am. Craft supplies and directions will be available for parents to build a page for a baby busy book. Disclaimer(s) This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. Registration is required. Please register in person, by phone, or online.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Sage Book Club Monday, September 9, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults Event Details: Sage Book Club- Everyone Welcome This event is in the "Adults" group. Sep 9 2024 Mon Sage Book Club 2:00pm - 3:30pm Sage Branch Library Library Branch: Sage Branch Library Room: Sage Branch Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: Sage Book Club- Everyone Welcome
This event is in the "Adults" group. Knitting Solutions (2nd Floor) Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Second Floor Community Meeting Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Age Group: Adults Event Details: Drop in to knit and crochet with others. Expert knitters on site to help those who need assistance. Supplies not provided, please bring your own project to work on. This event is in the "Adults" group. Sep 10 2024 Tue Knitting Solutions (2nd Floor) 10:00am - 12:00pm Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library Room: Second Floor Community Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Event Details: Drop in to knit and crochet with others. Expert knitters on site to help those who need assistance. Supplies not provided, please bring your own project to work on.
This event is in the "Teens" group. Film Crew Club Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library Program Type: Movies, STEAM, Technology Class Age Group: Teens Event Details: Join us for a club for teens, all about making movies and other video-based media, with equipment provided by the Michigan Learning Channel! Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Sep 10 2024 Tue Film Crew Club 3:30pm - 4:30pm Sage Branch Library Library Branch: Sage Branch Library Room: Sage Branch Community Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Movies, STEAM, Technology Class Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: Join us for a club for teens, all about making movies and other video-based media, with equipment provided by the Michigan Learning Channel! Disclaimer(s) Registration is required. Please register in person, by phone, or online.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. Sew Creative: Llama Banner Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children, Tweens Event Details: Have fun learning basic sewing techniques as we create a llama pennant banner! Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. Sep 10 2024 Tue Sew Creative: Llama Banner 4:30pm - 5:30pm Auburn Area Branch Library Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library Room: Auburn Branch Community Room Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 13 Event Details: Have fun learning basic sewing techniques as we create a llama pennant banner! Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Registration is required. Please register in person, by phone, or online.
This event is in the "Everyone" group. BCLS 50th Anniversary Celebration - Wirt Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm Kantzler Community Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library Program Type: Other Age Group: Everyone Event Details: Join us to celebrate the Bay County Library System’s 50th Anniversary! Each of our branches is hosting an open-house type anniversary party including cake, refreshments, giveaways,... This event is in the "Everyone" group. Sep 10 2024 Tue BCLS 50th Anniversary Celebration - Wirt 5:00pm - 7:00pm Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library Room: Kantzler Community Room Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Other Event Details: Join us to celebrate the Bay County Library System’s 50th Anniversary! Each of our branches is hosting an open-house type anniversary party including cake, refreshments, giveaways, building tours, balloon twisting, and more!