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Children's Book Week: A2 Magic - Auburn

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Family

In celebration of Children’s Book Week (May 3-9), Bay County Library System is offering special performances and programs for children and families at each of our branches!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library
Room: Auburn Branch Community Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

In celebration of Children’s Book Week (May 3-9), Bay County Library System is offering special performances and programs for children and families at each of our branches!

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 register each person individually, including adults.

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

Cupcake Liner Flowers Craft

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 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 for the Cupcake Liner 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.

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 for the Cupcake Liner 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.

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Bookmobile Stop - Handy Developmental Center

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 9:00am - 9:45am
Bookmobile Stops
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us at the Handy Developmental Center - parked in the back parking lot! Explore our Bookmobile library brimming with books for children, teens, and adults, and find your next read!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile Stops
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Join us at the Handy Developmental Center - parked in the back parking lot! Explore our Bookmobile library brimming with books for children, teens, and adults, and find your next read!

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Bookmobile Stop - Sheffield Bay

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Bookmobile Stops
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us at Sheffield Bay! Explore our Bookmobile library brimming with books for children, teens, and adults, and find your next read! Don’t forget to bring an ID with your current address to sign up for a library card. 

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile Stops
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Join us at Sheffield Bay! Explore our Bookmobile library brimming with books for children, teens, and adults, and find your next read! Don’t forget to bring an ID with your current address to sign up for a library card. 

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Preschool Storytime - Auburn

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

Preschool Storytime

Big stories, curious questions, and active participation—learning grows here. This engaging program invites preschoolers to enjoy interactive stories, son

Registration Required
Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library
Room: Auburn Branch Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Preschool Storytime

Big stories, curious questions, and active participation—learning grows here. This engaging program invites preschoolers to enjoy interactive stories, son

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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Family Storytime - Pinconning

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Pinconning Branch Community Room at Pinconning Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children

Family Storytime

Shared stories, little listeners, and lots of ways to join in—learning happens together here. This playful program welcomes children and their caregivers to

Registration Required
Library Branch: Pinconning Branch Library
Room: Pinconning Branch Community Room
Age Group: Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Family Storytime

Shared stories, little listeners, and lots of ways to join in—learning happens together here. This playful program welcomes children and their caregivers to

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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Preschool Storytime - Wirt

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

Preschool Storytime

Big stories, curious questions, and active participation—learning grows here. This engaging program invites preschoolers to enjoy interactive stories, son

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Preschool Storytime

Big stories, curious questions, and active participation—learning grows here. This engaging program invites preschoolers to enjoy interactive stories, son

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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Bookmobile Stop - Rivers Edge Learning Tree

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Bookmobile Stops
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us at Rivers Edge Learning Tree! Explore our Bookmobile library brimming with books for children, teens, and adults, and find your next read! Don’t forget to bring an ID with your current address to sign up for a library card. 

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile Stops
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Join us at Rivers Edge Learning Tree! Explore our Bookmobile library brimming with books for children, teens, and adults, and find your next read! Don’t forget to bring an ID with your current address to sign up for a library card. 

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Preschool Storytime - Wirt

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

Preschool Storytime

Big stories, curious questions, and active participation—learning grows here. This engaging program invites preschoolers to enjoy interactive stories, son

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Preschool Storytime

Big stories, curious questions, and active participation—learning grows here. This engaging program invites preschoolers to enjoy interactive stories, son

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.

Food for Thought @ Sage

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
Educational, Lectures, Other, Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults

Take a break in your day and join us for a relaxed, engaging program designed for adults who value connection and exploring new interests. .

Registration Required
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Lectures, Other, Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Take a break in your day and join us for a relaxed, engaging program designed for adults who value connection and exploring new interests. .

Disclaimer(s)

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

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Bookmobile Stop - Charter Senior Living

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Bookmobile Stops
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us at Charter Senior Living! Explore our Bookmobile library brimming with books for children, teens, and adults, and find your next read! Don’t forget to bring an ID with your current address to sign up for a library card. 

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile Stops
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Join us at Charter Senior Living! Explore our Bookmobile library brimming with books for children, teens, and adults, and find your next read! Don’t forget to bring an ID with your current address to sign up for a library card. 

image of bay county library system bookmobile

Bookmobile Stop - Riverwalk Meadows Apartments

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bookmobile Stops
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us at Riverwalk Meadows Apartments! Explore our Bookmobile library brimming with books for children, teens, and adults, and find your next read! Don’t forget to bring an ID with your current address to sign up for a library card. 

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile Stops
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Join us at Riverwalk Meadows Apartments! Explore our Bookmobile library brimming with books for children, teens, and adults, and find your next read! Don’t forget to bring an ID with your current address to sign up for a library card. 

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Gamer Club

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Do you love gaming? Come join your fellow gamers for games and snacks! Games available on the Wii and Switch.
Registration Required
Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library
Room: Auburn Branch Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:
Do you love gaming? Come join your fellow gamers for games and snacks! Games available on the Wii and Switch.

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.

Children's Book Week: Painterly Pottery - Pinconning

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Pinconning Branch Community Room at Pinconning Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens

In celebration of Children’s Book Week (May 3-9), Bay County Library System is offering special performances and programs for children and families at each of our branches!

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

In celebration of Children’s Book Week (May 3-9), Bay County Library System is offering special performances and programs for children and families at each of our branches!

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.

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 could get messy! Please wear old clothes.

Baby Book Club board book Toes, Ears and Nose! by Marion Dane Bauer

Baby Book Club @ Sage

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
Educational, Other, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

Join us at the Sage Branch Library on Wednesday, May 6 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!

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

Join us at the Sage Branch Library on Wednesday, May 6 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.

Wellness Wednesday: First Aid Fundamentals: Build Your Kit, Build Your Skills

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Kantzler Community Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Educational, Lectures
Age Group:
Adults

Be prepared for everyday emergencies! In this hands-on class, participants will build a basic first aid kit together and learn what each item is used for.

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

Be prepared for everyday emergencies! In this hands-on class, participants will build a basic first aid kit together and learn what each item is used for.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Needle Crafters Club

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 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.

Family Storytime Graphic

Family Storytime - Wirt

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children

Family Storytime

Shared stories, little listeners, and lots of ways to join in—learning happens together here. This playful program welcomes children and their caregivers to

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

Family Storytime

Shared stories, little listeners, and lots of ways to join in—learning happens together here. This playful program welcomes children and their caregivers to

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.

Words Books and Brews with an illustration of a raccoon reading next to a stack of books over a yellow checked background

Books & Brews

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Other at Off Site
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

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 The Historic Webster House Bed and Breakfast for Books and Brews!

Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Other
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
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 The Historic Webster House Bed and Breakfast for Books and Brews!

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.

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Baby Storytime - Auburn

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

Baby Storytime

Wiggles, giggles, songs and stories—learning starts here. This joyful and interactive program introduces babies to language and books through rhymes, songs, mo

Registration Required
Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library
Room: Auburn Branch Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Baby Storytime

Wiggles, giggles, songs and stories—learning starts here. This joyful and interactive program introduces babies to language and books through rhymes, songs, mo

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.

Baby Storytime Graphic

Baby Storytime - Wirt

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

Baby Storytime

Wiggles, giggles, songs and stories—learning starts here. This joyful and interactive program introduces babies to language and books through rhymes, songs, mo

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Baby Storytime

Wiggles, giggles, songs and stories—learning starts here. This joyful and interactive program introduces babies to language and books through rhymes, songs, mo

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.

Preschool Storytime Graphic

Preschool Storytime - Auburn

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 11:15am - 11:45am
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

Preschool Storytime

Big stories, curious questions, and active participation—learning grows here. This engaging program invites preschoolers to enjoy interactive stories, son

Registration Required
Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library
Room: Auburn Branch Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Preschool Storytime

Big stories, curious questions, and active participation—learning grows here. This engaging program invites preschoolers to enjoy interactive stories, son

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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Bookmobile Stop - St. Bartholomew Lutheran School

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Bookmobile Stops
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us at St. Bartholomew Lutheran School! Explore our Bookmobile library brimming with books for children, teens, and adults, and find your next read! Don’t forget to bring an ID with your current address to sign up for a library card. 

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile Stops
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Join us at St. Bartholomew Lutheran School! Explore our Bookmobile library brimming with books for children, teens, and adults, and find your next read! Don’t forget to bring an ID with your current address to sign up for a library card. 

An Immense World

Wirt Nonfiction Book Club

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Second Floor Community Meeting Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

Monthly Nonfiction Book Club led by Mark Grotelueschen/Rochelle Collins.

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

Monthly Nonfiction Book Club led by Mark Grotelueschen/Rochelle Collins.