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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
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
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
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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
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
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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

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.

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
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies, STEAM, Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
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
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,...

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!

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Painterly Pottery

Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Pinconning Branch Community Room at Pinconning Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Items will be fired in the store's kiln and returned to the library for pick-up at a later date.

Required
Library Branch: Pinconning Branch Library
Room: Pinconning Branch Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Items will be fired in the store's kiln and returned to the library for pick-up at a later date.

Disclaimer(s)

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 "Adults" group.

Wednesdays With Walt

Wednesday, September 11, 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!

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 "Teens" group.

Dungeons and Dragons Club

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Use your wit, skill, and some lucky rolls of the dice to create characters, fight bad guys, and maybe even save the world. No experience necessary! You are welcome to bring your...

Required
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Use your wit, skill, and some lucky rolls of the dice to create characters, fight bad guys, and maybe even save the world. No experience necessary!

Disclaimer(s)

Participant must be in grades sixth through twelfth (6-12) to register for this program

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cribbage Night

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Second Floor Community Meeting Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Cribbage Night Stop in and play.  If you don't know how, we have people willing to teach.

Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Second Floor Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Cribbage Night

Stop in and play.  If you don't know how, we have people willing to teach.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Needle Crafters Club

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Auburn Fireplace Reading Area at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, 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.

Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library
Room: Auburn Fireplace Reading Area
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, 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 "Everyone" group.

BCLS 50th Anniversary Celebration-Pinconning

Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Pinconning Branch Community Room at Pinconning Branch 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,...

Library Branch: Pinconning Branch Library
Room: Pinconning Branch 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!

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Mad Scientists: Optical Illusions

Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Children ages 6-12!  Join us at Sage Library for Mad Scientists: Optical Illusions on Thursday, September 12 at 5:30 pm. Get ready for experiments that will leave you my...

Required
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Children ages 6-12! 

Join us at Sage Library for Mad Scientists: Optical Illusions on Thursday, September 12 at 5:30 pm.

Get ready for experiments that will leave you mystified!

Registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration is required.  Please register in person, by phone, or online.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Fall Gnome Craft- Wirt

Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Kantzler Community Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Fall Gnome Craft- Wirt Make a whimsical gnome from ribbon and leaves to hang on your wall.

Required
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Kantzler Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Fall Gnome Craft- Wirt

Make a whimsical gnome from ribbon and leaves to hang on your wall.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Hanging Layered Wood Decoration Craft

Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us to paint a hanging layered wood decoration for your home or as a gift! 

Required
Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library
Room: Auburn Branch Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join us to paint a hanging layered wood decoration for your home or as a gift! 

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Friday Fun: Dragons!!

Friday, September 13, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Join us Sage Library for Friday Fun: Dragons on Friday, September 13 @ 10:30 am!  For children ages 2-5 + Adult Let's sing, dance and breath some fire! Call 989-892-8...

Required
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Join us Sage Library for Friday Fun: Dragons on Friday, September 13 @ 10:30 am! 

For children ages 2-5 + Adult

Let's sing, dance and breath some fire!

Call 989-892-8555 opt 4 for registration assistance.

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.

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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Squishmallow Painting Party

Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Pinconning Branch Community Room at Pinconning Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Do you love Squishmallows and painting? Enjoy a Saturday afternoon at the library with Squishmallow canvas art, snacks, and more!

Required
Library Branch: Pinconning Branch Library
Room: Pinconning Branch Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Do you love Squishmallows and painting? Enjoy a Saturday afternoon at the library with Squishmallow canvas art, snacks, and more!

Disclaimer(s)

Please alert staff to any food allergies.

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 - Wirt

Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Kantzler Community Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public 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
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Kantzler 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.

Adventure by Mail

All Day 9/16 - 9/20
Off Site
Program Type:
Educational, Other
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Can you use the Interurban trolley to travel from Bay City all the way to the Electric Park before it closes for good? Registered patrons ages 8-12 will have an escape room sent to...

Required
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Educational, Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 38
Event Details:

Can you use the Interurban trolley to travel from Bay City all the way to the Electric Park before it closes for good? Registered patrons ages 8-12 will have an escape room sent to an address of their choice.

Disclaimer(s)

Bay County Residents Only

This high demand special collection/program is limited exclusively to Bay County resident cardholders only.

Registration is required.  Please register in person, by phone, or online.

This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Middle Pages Loot Boxes: Grades 6-8

All Day 9/16 - 9/21
Virtual
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Other
Age Group:
Tweens, 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
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

**Due to the high demand of this special collection/program it is available exclusively to Bay County resident cardholders.

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.

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.