Filters
Age Group
Adventure by Mail with example of letter, mailing package, and envelope

Adventure by Mail

All Day 12/8 - 12/12
Off Site
Program Type:
Educational, Other
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Registered patrons ages 8-12 will have a package an address of their choice. It will contain three challenges to complete in order to win.

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

Registered patrons ages 8-12 will have a package an address of their choice. It will contain three challenges to complete in order to win.

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.

coffee storytime essexville

Excited Goat Storytime w/ WIRT

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Excited Goat Coffee Company at Off Site
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children

Families with young children.  Join the Wirt library at EXCITED GOAT COFFEE CO.  in Essexville for storytime!

No registration required.

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

Families with young children.  Join the Wirt library at EXCITED GOAT COFFEE CO.  in Essexville 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.

Gingerbread Story Time bookmark craft

Gingerbread Story Time @ SAGE

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

It seems like a long break between story time sessions!

Children ages 2-5 + Adult are invited to join us at Sage Branch Library on Monday, December 8 @ 10:00 am for Gingerbread Story Time!

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

It seems like a long break between story time sessions!

Children ages 2-5 + Adult are invited to join us at Sage Branch Library on Monday, December 8 @ 10:00 am for Gingerbread 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.

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

Sage Book Club

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

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

Gingerbread Story Time bookmark craft

Gingerbread Story Time @ SAGE

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

It seems like a long break between story time sessions!

Children ages 2-5 + Adult are invited to join us at Sage Branch Library on Tuesday, December 9 @ 10:00 am for Gingerbread Story Time!

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

It seems like a long break between story time sessions!

Children ages 2-5 + Adult are invited to join us at Sage Branch Library on Tuesday, December 9 @ 10:00 am for Gingerbread 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.

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

Yarn and Knitting Needles

Knitting Solutions (2nd Floor)

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Second Floor Community Meeting Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Educational
Age Group:
Adults

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.

All Together Now Club

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Other
Age Group:
Adults

The library isn’t just a place that has books- it’s also a place for everyone of all abilities to connect, learn, and create!

Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library
Room: Auburn Branch Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Event Details:

The library isn’t just a place that has books- it’s also a place for everyone of all abilities to connect, learn, and create!

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.

Arts and Snacks

Arts & Snacks! Shrinky Dinks, Buttons, and Hot Cocoa!

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Movies, STEAM
Age Group:
Teens

Join us as we create little charms and pins while sipping on hot cocoa!

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

Join us as we create little charms and pins while sipping on hot cocoa!

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

Please alert staff to any food allergies.

Flyer

Ugly Sweater Magnets

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Join us for a fun program where we’ll be creating adorable (and tacky) magnets that look like your favorite festive sweater, perfect to keep or give as a gift! Participants are welcome to wear and show off your favorite sweater!

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

Join us for a fun program where we’ll be creating adorable (and tacky) magnets that look like your favorite festive sweater, perfect to keep or give as a gift! Participants are welcome to wear and show off your favorite sweater!

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.

Picture of Reindeer

Reindeer @ Your Library - Wirt

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Wirt Lawn at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Everyone, Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

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

No registration required. Camera use is encouraged! 

Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Wirt Lawn
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! 

No registration required. Camera use is encouraged! 

DIY Aroma Stones

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pinconning Branch Community Room at Pinconning Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us at the Pinconning Branch to make your own aroma stones. Adults and teens (grades 6 and up) are invited to attend. Please register with a valid phone number where you can be reached.

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

Join us at the Pinconning Branch to make your own aroma stones. 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.

Flyer

Wiggle Worm Wednesday

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Other
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers

Wiggle Worm Wednesday is a joyful a playdate designed for children 0-5 and their grown-ups! Each session is packed with wiggly fun, playful learning, and social connection. Drop in for wiggly fun!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library
Room: Auburn Branch Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Wiggle Worm Wednesday is a joyful a playdate designed for children 0-5 and their grown-ups! Each session is packed with wiggly fun, playful learning, and social connection. Drop in for wiggly fun!

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.

Monthly Mug Meals for Teens

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
Food, Other
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Learn how to make a new meal each month with just a microwave! This month we will be making pizza.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library
Room: Auburn Branch Community Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Food, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to make a new meal each month with just a microwave! This month we will be making pizza.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Please alert staff to any food allergies.

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

Dungeons and Dragons Logo

Dungeons and Dragons Club

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens

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!

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

Cribbage Night

Cribbage Night

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Second Floor Community Meeting Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

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.

kitty

Needle Crafters Club

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Auburn Fireplace Reading Area at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Other
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

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.

Picture of the Puzzle for the Competition--Ice Skaters on a Lake in the Evening

Team Jigsaw Puzzle Challenge

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

Adults, register a team of friends or family to see who can complete a 500 piece puzzle first! Prize awarded to the winning team. Unplug and play at the library!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Adults, register a team of friends or family to see who can complete a 500 piece puzzle first! Prize awarded to the winning team. Unplug and play at the library!

Disclaimer(s)

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

dance music movement

Move & Groove @ WIRT

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Kantzler Community Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

Ages 0-5 with an adult.  

Join us for a story, music, and dancing! Both kids and their caregivers will enjoy shaking their sillies out in this movement-based program.

Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Kantzler Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Music
Event Details:

Ages 0-5 with an adult.  

Join us for a story, music, and dancing! Both kids and their caregivers will enjoy shaking their sillies out in this movement-based program.

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.

Flyer

Gingerbread House Decorating

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens

Join us for a fun afteroon making your own edible gingerbead house! No registration required. 

Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library
Room: Auburn Branch Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Join us for a fun afteroon making your own edible gingerbead house! No registration required. 

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.

Please alert staff to any food allergies.

This could get messy! Please wear old clothes.

pink pom with felt antlers set against a wintry backdrop

Pom Pom Ornament Craft and Cocoa

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kantzler Community Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

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

Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to join us to create your own pom pom ornament and enjoy hot cocoa!  All supplies provided!

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

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

Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to join us to create your own pom pom ornament and enjoy hot cocoa!  All supplies provided!

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.

Picture of Reindeer

Reindeer @ Your Library - Pinconning

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Pinconning Branch Community Room at Pinconning Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Everyone, Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

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

No registration required. Camera use is encouraged! 

Library Branch: Pinconning Branch Library
Room: Pinconning 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! 

No registration required. Camera use is encouraged! 

Mad Scientists: Electric Cards (example)

Mad Scientists: Electric Cards

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Children age 6-12 are invited to join us at Sage Library for Mad Scientists: electric Cards on Thursday, December 11 @ 5:30 pm. 

Create a circuit that will light up your art!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children age 6-12 are invited to join us at Sage Library for Mad Scientists: electric Cards on Thursday, December 11 @ 5:30 pm. 

Create a circuit that will light up your art!

Disclaimer(s)

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

Santa Gnome Door Hanger Craft

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Kantzler Community Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Craft a Santa Gnome using garland and faux white leaves.

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

Craft a Santa Gnome using garland and faux white leaves.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Little Wigglers with five children graphic smiling and waving

Little Wigglers @ SAGE

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

Join us Sage Library for Little Wigglers on Friday, December 12 @ 10:30 am!

For children that are walking ages 5 and under + Adult

Move and dance our wiggles out at a fun musical program. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us Sage Library for Little Wigglers on Friday, December 12 @ 10:30 am!

For children that are walking ages 5 and under + Adult

Move and dance our wiggles out at a fun musical program. 

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.