Scheduled classes are listed on the Calendar of Events. Demand for these classes is high. Be sure to call early to get registered.

We offer computer classes in the computer lab, which is located on the second floor of the Wirt Library. Space is limited. If you are interested it is a good idea to call and register early.

The Bay County Library System partners with Delta College’s Michigan Small Business & Technology Development Center in offering a “Business Start-Up Seminar,” which is held in the Kantzler Community Room at the Wirt Library.

For those who are interested in learning how to research your family history, we partner with the Bay County Genealogical Society in offering  beginner genealogy classes.

 

Special Events and Programs

Adult Winter Reading Program
“Chill Out & Read”
Mon, Jan 9 – Sat, Mar 3
Read or listen to 5 books, complete an entry form, and turn it in at any public service desk by March 3 for a chance to win a prize in a drawing!

Booked for Lunch
Fridays, Noon-1 pm at Wirt
Bring a lunch or order from The Mug@Wirt Cafe.

Feb 24:  Dave Rogers reviews Fall of Giants by Ken Follett

March 2:  Joaquin Guerrero, retired officer from the K-9 unit of the Saginaw Police Department presents his book Michigan & Rookie: Guardians of the Night

March 9:  Margaret Bird reviews State of Wonder by Ann Patchett

March 16:  Bernie Rabine presents his book Barry

March 23:  Jody Hedlund presents her books The Preacher’s Bride and The Doctor’s Lady and will share a preview of her next book coming out in fall of 2012.

March 30:  Pam Binder reviews Destiny of the Republic: A Tale of Madness, Medicine and the Murder of a President by Candice Millard.

 

Branch Events and Programs

Auburn Area Branch Library
Registration required for all at 662-2381 ext 200.

Glass Etching Craft
Wed, Feb 1, 6 pm
Teens also welcome

 

Pinconning Branch Library
Registration required for all at 879-3283 ext 202.

Roses, Roses, Roses Craft
Sat, Feb 4, 2-3:30 pm
Teens also welcome

Mitten/Glove Snow
People Craft
Sat, Feb 25, 2-3:30 pm
Teens also welcome

Book Discussion Group
Thu, Jan 26 & Feb 23, 6-7:30 pm

Sage Branch Library
Where registration is required visit the Reference Desk or call 892-8555 ext 202.

Decorate a Spring Pot
Mon, Feb 6, 2-3:30 pm
Registration required

Drop in and Knit (or Crochet) Night
Wed, Feb 8, 6-7:30 pm
Grade 4-Adult welcome

Book Discussion Group
Tue, Feb 14, 2-3:30 pm
Registration required

 

Wirt Public Library

Movie & Lunch
11:30 am

Wed, Feb 15: “The Help” (PG-13)

Wed, Mar 21: “Mr. Popper’s Penguins” (PG)
Registration required with the Division on Aging at 895-4100. Lunch is $3-$5 payable to Division on Aging.