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Dinovember Takeover @ WIRT

All Day 11/4 - 11/30
Wirt Children's Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Family, Children
Event Details:

Dinosaurs have taken over the library for Dinovember again! Visit the Wirt Children's Department throughout the month for dinosaur games, crafts, and activities around the departme...

Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Wirt Children's Room
Age Group: Family, Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Dinosaurs have taken over the library for Dinovember again!

Yarn and Knitting Needles

Knitting Solutions (2nd Floor)

Tuesday, November 26, 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.

Play Dough

Play Dough Play Date

Tuesday, November 26, 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 Play Dough Play Date on Tuesday, November 26 @ 10:30 am!For children ages 2-5 + AdultStories, songs and Play Dough stations! Call 989-892-8555 opt 4 f...

Required
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join us Sage Library for Play Dough Play Date on Tuesday, November 26 @ 10:30 am!

For children ages 2-5 + Adult

Stories, songs and Play Dough stations! 

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.

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Totally Turkey

Tuesday, November 26, 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:

Gobble up some fun and join us for Turkey themed crafts!

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

Gobble up some fun and join us for Turkey themed crafts!

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.

Candle

Alcohol Inked Pillar Candle

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pinconning Branch Community Room at Pinconning Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us at the Pinconning Branch to decorate a pillar candle with alcohol ink. Adults and teens (grades 6 and up) are invited to attend. Please register with a valid phone num...

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 to decorate a pillar candle with alcohol ink. 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.

Wednesdays With Walt

Wednesday, November 27, 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!

BCLS Closed

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
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 closing at 5 p.m. in honor of the Thanksgiving Holiday.

Closing
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 closing at 5 p.m. in honor of the Thanksgiving Holiday.

BCLS Closed

All Day
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 Thur, Nov 28, 2024 for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

Closing
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 Thur, Nov 28, 2024 for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

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Teen LitLoot Boxes: Grades 9-12

All Day 12/2 - 12/7
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
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.

populace coffee house

Populace Storytime

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 9:00am - 9:30am
Populace Coffee at Off Site
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Families with young children.  Join the Wirt library downtown at Populace Coffee House for storytime. No registration required.

Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Populace Coffee
Age Group: Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Families with young children.  Join the Wirt library downtown at Populace Coffee House for storytime.

No registration required.

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.

Barnyard animals

Busy Book Cafe

Monday, December 2, 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, December 2 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: 10
Event Details:

Join us at Sage Library on Monday, December 2 for Busy Book Cafe!

For children ages 0-3 years old + Adult.

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.

Yarn and Knitting Needles

Knitting Solutions (2nd Floor)

Tuesday, December 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.

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.

Fidget Cube Craft

Fidget Cube Craft

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Movies, STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join us to make an evermoving cube using wood blocks and duct tape. 

Required
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movies, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Join us to make an evermoving cube using wood blocks and duct tape. 

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.

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

Reindeer Bingo

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Pinconning Branch Community Room at Pinconning Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Enjoy an afternoon at the Pinconning Branch playing reindeer-themed bingo to celebrate the arrival of the yearly event, Reindeer at Your Library!

Required
Library Branch: Pinconning Branch Library
Room: Pinconning Branch Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Enjoy an afternoon at the Pinconning Branch playing reindeer-themed bingo to celebrate the arrival of the yearly event, Reindeer at Your Library!

Disclaimer(s)

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

Gift Wrapping

Holiday Gift Wrapping

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Kantzler Community Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Drop in to wrap your holiday gifts! Wrapping paper, scissors and tape provided. Feel free to bring your own supplies as well!

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

Drop in to wrap your holiday gifts! Wrapping paper, scissors and tape provided. Feel free to bring your own supplies as well!

kids comic club cardboard kingdom

Kids Comic Club @ WIRT

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children's Program Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Other
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Ages 8-12.  Love to read graphic novels? What about enjoying snacks, games, and new friends?  Register then pick up a free copy of Cardboard Kingdom by Chad Sell&...

Required
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Book Clubs, Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Ages 8-12.  Love to read graphic novels? What about enjoying snacks, games, and new friends? 

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.

Picture of Reindeer

Reindeer @ Your Library: Auburn

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Everyone, Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

See live reindeer outside the library, enjoy a storywalk, crafts, and other family fun for all ages! We've partnered with the Bay-Aranac ISD, Delta College Public Media, and P...

Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library
Room: Auburn Branch Community Room
Age Group: Everyone, Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

See live reindeer outside the library, enjoy a storywalk, crafts, and other family fun for all ages! 

Wednesdays With Walt

Wednesday, December 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!

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!

Gamer Club Flyer with Event Details

Gamer Club: Super Smash Bros Brawl

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Do you love gaming? Come join your fellow gamers in crafts, snacks, and some fun Wii games! Super Smash Bros. Brawl will be played.

Required
Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library
Room: Auburn Branch Community Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Do you love gaming? Come join your fellow gamers in crafts, snacks, and some fun Wii games! Super Smash Bros. Brawl will be played.

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.

reindeer

Reindeer @ Your Library: Pinconning

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Pinconning Parking Lot at Pinconning Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

See live reindeer outside the library, enjoy a storywalk, crafts, and other family fun for all ages! We've partnered with the Bay-Aranac ISD, Delta College Public Media, and P...

Library Branch: Pinconning Branch Library
Room: Pinconning Parking Lot
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

See live reindeer outside the library, enjoy a storywalk, crafts, and other family fun for all ages! 

Title "Baby Book Club" on a light blue background and two pictures of parents with babies looking at a book

Baby Book Club

Wednesday, December 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, December 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
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Educational, Other, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join us at the Sage Branch Library on Wednesday, December 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.

Sonas Music Group

Evening Sessions: SONAS Traditional Celtic Holiday Folk Music

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Kantzler Community Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Performance
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Evening Sessions is a monthly adult program series featuring a fun and engaging mix of presentations, lectures, workshops, demonstrations, author visits, and performances on topics...

Required
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Kantzler Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music, Performance
Required
Seats Remaining: 44
Event Details:

Evening Sessions is a monthly adult program series featuring a fun and engaging mix of presentations, lectures, workshops, demonstrations, author visits, and performances on topics covering the arts, culture, history, science, and more!

Disclaimer(s)

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

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Needle Crafters Club

Wednesday, December 4, 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.

Books and Brews Neon Sign Logo

Books & Brews

Wednesday, December 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 W.H. Ales for Books and Brews! This month we ...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Other
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
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 W.H. Ales for Books and Brews! This month we are reading First Lie Wins by Ashley Elston.

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.