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Family FriYAY! (Lego) at WIRT

Friday, August 9, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children's Program Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Family, Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Multigenerational fun on Friday afternoons in August!  This week join us at the Wirt library in the Children's Program to create with Legos.    No registration re...

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

Multigenerational fun on Friday afternoons in August!  This week join us at the Wirt library in the Children's Program to create with Legos.   

No registration required.

 

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Pups & Pages - Auburn

Saturday, August 10, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
Educational, Other
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Read to a therapy dog or dog in training in a one-on-one session. You will be called to schedule your session the week of the program. Children ages 4-12 are invited to attend...

Required
Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library
Room: Auburn Branch Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Educational, Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Read to a therapy dog or dog in training in a one-on-one session. You will be called to schedule your session the week of the program. Children ages 4-12 are invited to attend. 

 

Disclaimer(s)

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

Center wirt library summer art series

Wirt Summer Art Series - Explorers of the Sea w/Midland Center for the Arts

Monday, August 12, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Kantzler Community Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Educational, STEAM, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Ages 3-8.  Be a nautical adventurer as we explore the sea! Learn about the world of pirates with an engaging reading of the book How I Became a Pirate by Melinda Long. Follow ...

Required
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Kantzler Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, STEAM, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Ages 3-8.  Be a nautical adventurer as we explore the sea! Learn about the world of pirates with an engaging reading of the book How I Became a Pirate by Melinda Long.

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.

Please register each person individually, including adults.

Center wirt library summer art series

Wirt Summer ART Series - Park Hoppin' w/Midland Center for the Arts

Monday, August 12, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Second Floor Community Meeting Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Educational, Technology Class
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Ages 9-12.  Explore the wonders of the U.S. National Parks! Travel to the beautiful forests, pristine beaches, dry deserts, and breathtaking mountains. Look through travel gui...

Required
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Second Floor Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Ages 9-12.  Explore the wonders of the U.S. National Parks! Travel to the beautiful forests, pristine beaches, dry deserts, and breathtaking mountains. Look through travel guides and create your own travel collage.

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.

Please register each person individually, including adults.

Film Crew Club open to teens in grades 6-12

Film Crew Club

Monday, August 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Teen/Adult Office (3rd Floor) at Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

All about making movies and other video-based media, with equipment provided by the Michigan Learning Channel!

Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Teen/Adult Office (3rd Floor)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

All about making movies and other video-based media, with equipment provided by the Michigan Learning Channel!

Disclaimer(s)

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

Sage Book Club

Monday, August 12, 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

Yarn and Knitting Needles

Knitting Solutions (2nd Floor)

Tuesday, August 13, 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.

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STEAM Camp JR: Make a Guitar

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join us each morning during this special week where we will explore a different STEAM activity each day including creating your own bubbles and making a guitar! Today we will be...

Required
Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library
Room: Auburn Branch Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us each morning during this special week where we will explore a different STEAM activity each day including creating your own bubbles and making a guitar!

Today we will be creating our own guitar!

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 could get messy! Please wear old clothes.

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Downtown Bay City Feet on the Street - Yoga Mindfulness & Movement Storytime with Wirt

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Other at Off Site
Program Type:
Other, Storytime
Age Group:
Family, Children
Event Details:

Storytime Yoga w/the Wirt Library, in partnership with the downtown Bay City Feet on the Street!  Join us downtown on the Saginaw Street Turf (weather permitting).  Desig...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Other
Age Group: Family, Children
Program Type: Other, Storytime
Event Details:

Storytime Yoga w/the Wirt Library, in partnership with the downtown Bay City Feet on the Street!  Join us downtown on the Saginaw Street Turf (weather permitting).  Designed for ages 2-6 but old

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.

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Sage Lawn (Pershing Park) at Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention helps people with or without arthritis to improve balance, both mentally and physically, which helps significantly reduce the rate of fal...

Required
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Lawn (Pershing Park)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention helps people with or without arthritis to improve balance, both mentally and physically, which helps significantly reduce the rate of falls experienced by older adults.

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.

yellow notebook with flower on the cover

Modge Podge Notebook Craft

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Kantzler Community Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

*Please register using the name of the teen that will be participating.  *Please indicate grade in the fall when registering.     **The library makes eve...

Required
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Kantzler Community Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

*Please register using the name of the teen that will be participating. 

*Please indicate grade in the fall when registering.

 

 

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

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

Steam Camp flyer with event details

STEAM Camp: How Strong is Spaghetti?

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Join us each afternoon during this special week and discover how cool STEAM activities can be! Today we are learning about structural integrity using spaghetti noodles. Please n...

Required
Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library
Room: Auburn Branch Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Join us each afternoon during this special week and discover how cool STEAM activities can be! Today we are learning about structural integrity using spaghetti noodles.

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 could get messy! Please wear old clothes.

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STEAM Camp JR: Salt Crystal Art

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join us each morning during this special week where we will explore a different STEAM activity each day including creating your own bubbles and making a guitar! Today we will be...

Required
Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library
Room: Auburn Branch Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Join us each morning during this special week where we will explore a different STEAM activity each day including creating your own bubbles and making a guitar!

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 could get messy! Please wear old clothes.

Wednesdays With Walt

Wednesday, August 14, 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!

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Reading Buddies @ WIRT

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Children's Program Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Educational, Other
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Reading Buddies will have the opportunity to engage with a T.W.I.G. (Tween Interest Group) Buddy, building relationships and practicing literacy skills.  Children must have so...

Required
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Educational, Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Reading Buddies will have the opportunity to engage with a T.W.I.G.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Zines

Zine Making Workshop: Be the Change

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Second Floor Community Meeting Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Educational, Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join Delta College English teacher and editor of NewPages.com, Denise Hill, to create zines!   Pronounced “zeen,” a zine is a mini-book made by folding or stapling pap...

Required
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Second Floor Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Join Delta College English teacher and editor of NewPages.com, Denise Hill, to create zines!  

Disclaimer(s)

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

Dungeons and Dragons for grades 6-12

Dungeons and Dragons Club

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
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...

Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
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

Steam Camp flyer with event details

STEAM Camp: Edible DNA Structure

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Join us each afternoon during this special week and discover how cool STEAM activities can be! Today we are learning about DNA structures using yummy materials.  Please not...

Required
Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library
Room: Auburn Branch Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Join us each afternoon during this special week and discover how cool STEAM activities can be! Today we are learning about DNA structures using yummy materials. 

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 could get messy! Please wear old clothes.

Make It Perler Bead Keychains

Make It!: Perler Bead Keychains

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Pinconning Branch Community Room at Pinconning Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Register to make a keychain out of perler beads-choose a pattern or create your own!

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

Register to make a keychain out of perler beads-choose a pattern or create your own!

Disclaimer(s)

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

Kitten with yarn

Needle Crafters Club

Wednesday, August 14, 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.

adult communicating story to group of children

Shared Reading Storytime @ Wirt

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Educational, Storytime
Age Group:
Family, Children
Event Details:

Encouraging communication during story time.  Join Katie Butzu, BAISD Assistive Technology and AAC Specialist, at the Wirt branch to experience a special shared reading storyt...

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

Encouraging communication during story time.

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.

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STEAM Camp JR: Bubbles

Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join us each morning during this special week where we will explore a different STEAM activity each day including creating your own bubbles and making a guitar! Today we will be...

Required
Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library
Room: Auburn Branch Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Join us each morning during this special week where we will explore a different STEAM activity each day including creating your own bubbles and making a guitar!

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 could get messy! Please wear old clothes.

Steam Camp flyer with event details

STEAM Camp: Paper Walking Horse

Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Join us each afternoon during this special week and discover how cool STEAM activities can be! Today we are learning about gravity and inclines with a paper craft. Please note t...

Required
Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library
Room: Auburn Branch Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Join us each afternoon during this special week and discover how cool STEAM activities can be! Today we are learning about gravity and inclines with a paper craft.

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 could get messy! Please wear old clothes.

Tonka

Pups & Pages - Pinconning

Thursday, August 15, 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: 5
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.