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Needle Crafters Club

Wednesday, February 4, 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.

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Family Storytime - Wirt

Wednesday, February 4, 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:

Stories, rhymes, music, and movement to encourage everyone in the family to share their love of reading. Best for children ages 6 and under with a participating caregiver.

Registration for all BCLS Winter storytimes begins on Friday, December 5, 2025. Fall storytimes will run for a seven-week session, through the week of January 5-February 20, 2026.

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

Stories, rhymes, music, and movement to encourage everyone in the family to share their love of reading.

Best for children ages 6 and under with a participating caregiver.

Registration for all BCLS Winter storytimes begins on Friday, December 5, 2025. Fall storytimes will run for a seven-week session, through the week of January 5-February 20, 2026.

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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Books & Brews

Wednesday, February 4, 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 BarqueBC 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 BarqueBC 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, February 5, 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:

Nurture a love of books in your baby! Enjoy songs, rhymes, and stories, followed by a chance for play!  Best for children under the age of 2 with a participating caregiver....

Registration for all BCLS Winter storytimes begins on Friday, December 5, 2025. Winter storytimes will run for a seven-week session, through the week of January 5-February 20, 2026.

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

Nurture a love of books in your baby! Enjoy songs, rhymes, and stories, followed by a chance for play! 

Best for children under the age of 2 with a participating caregiver.

Registration for all BCLS Winter storytimes begins on Friday, December 5, 2025. Winter storytimes will run for a seven-week session, through the week of January 5-February 20, 2026.

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

Thursday, February 5, 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:

Join us with your preschooler for stories, rhymes, music, movement, and early literacy fun! Best for ages 2-5 with a participating caregiver.

Registration for all BCLS Winter storytimes begins on Friday, December 5, 2025. Fall storytimes will run for a seven-week session, through the week of January 5-February 20, 2026.

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

Join us with your preschooler for stories, rhymes, music, movement, and early literacy fun!

Best for ages 2-5 with a participating caregiver.

Registration for all BCLS Winter storytimes begins on Friday, December 5, 2025. Fall storytimes will run for a seven-week session, through the week of January 5-February 20, 2026.

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 - Auburn

Thursday, February 5, 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:

Join us with your preschooler for stories, rhymes, music, movement, and early literacy fun! Best for ages 2-5 with a participating caregiver.

Registration for all BCLS Winter storytimes begins on Friday, December 5, 2025. Winter storytimes will run for a seven-week session, through the week of January 5-February 20, 2026.

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

Join us with your preschooler for stories, rhymes, music, movement, and early literacy fun!

Best for ages 2-5 with a participating caregiver.

Registration for all BCLS Winter storytimes begins on Friday, December 5, 2025. Winter storytimes will run for a seven-week session, through the week of January 5-February 20, 2026.

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 - Kawkawlin Township Hall

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Bookmobile Stops
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us at the Kawkawlin Township Hall! 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 the Kawkawlin Township Hall! 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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Bookmobile Stop - Faith Lutheran School

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 1:15pm - 2:30pm
Bookmobile Stops
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us at Faith 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 Faith 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. 

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Wirt Nonfiction Book Club

Thursday, February 5, 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.

Melt My Heart: Valentine Candles & Wax Melts

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us at the Auburn Library in making Valentine-themed candles and wax melts for someone special (or yourself!)

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

Join us at the Auburn Library in making Valentine-themed candles and wax melts for someone special (or yourself!)

Disclaimer(s)

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

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Bookmobile Stop - Old Orchard by the Bay

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bookmobile Stops
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us at Old Orchard by the 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 Old Orchard by the 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. 

Take Your Child to the Library Day - Sage

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens

Take Your Child to the Library Day is Saturday, February 7! Decorate library themed canvas banners with cute iron on book quotes, paint, and more!

Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Take Your Child to the Library Day is Saturday, February 7! Decorate library themed canvas banners with cute iron on book quotes, paint, and more!

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 could get messy! Please wear old clothes.

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Bookmobile Stop - Golfview Apartments

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 5:45pm - 6:30pm
Bookmobile Stops
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us at Golfview Apartments - We are parked back by the Playground! 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 Golfview Apartments - We are parked back by the Playground! Explore our Bookmobile library brimming with books for children, teens, and adults, and find your next read!

Book Club

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Second Floor Community Meeting Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

Monthly book club led by Amy Churchill.  Please call 989-893-9566 ext 2111 or email achurchill@baycountylibrary.org for more information.

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

Monthly book club led by Amy Churchill.  Please call 989-893-9566 ext 2111 or email achurchill@baycountylibrary.org for more information.

Melt My Heart: Valentine Candles & Wax Melts

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us at the Auburn Library in making Valentine-themed candles and wax melts for someone special (or yourself!)

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

Join us at the Auburn Library in making Valentine-themed candles and wax melts for someone special (or yourself!)

Disclaimer(s)

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

Take Your Child to the Library Day - Pinconning

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pinconning Branch Community Room at Pinconning Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens

Take Your Child to the Library Day is Saturday, February 7! Decorate library themed canvas banners with cute iron on book quotes, paint, and more!

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

Take Your Child to the Library Day is Saturday, February 7! Decorate library themed canvas banners with cute iron on book quotes, paint, and more!

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.

This could get messy! Please wear old clothes.

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Tech Troubleshooting

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pinconning Study Room at Pinconning Branch Library
Program Type:
Educational, Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults

Drop in to the Pinconning Library with your laptop, tablet, or phone for one-on-one tech help! Laptops will also be available.

Library Branch: Pinconning Branch Library
Room: Pinconning Study Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Technology Class
Event Details:

Drop in to the Pinconning Library with your laptop, tablet, or phone for one-on-one tech help! Laptops will also be available.

Intro to Oils and Vinegars w/ artigiano

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Kantzler Community Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Educational, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Expand your knowledge of oils and vinegars courtesy of artigiano’s own Kevin Parker! Learn about differences in taste, best uses and pairings and more.

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

Expand your knowledge of oils and vinegars courtesy of artigiano’s own Kevin Parker! Learn about differences in taste, best uses and pairings and more.

Disclaimer(s)

Please alert staff to any food allergies.

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.

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Bookmobile Stop - Tradewinds East Apartments

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 6:45pm - 7:30pm
Bookmobile Stops
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us at Tradewinds East 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 Tradewinds East 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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Bookmobile Stop - Southside Library

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Bookmobile Stops
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us at the Southside Library! 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 the Southside Library! 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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Playdate @ WIRT

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Play Date:

Little ones can play, discover & meet new friends.  Ages 4 & under. Participating caregiver required. No registration required.

Little ones can play, discover & meet new friends.  Drop in for playtime fun in the Wirt Children's program room.

No registration required.

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

Play Date

Little ones can play, discover & meet new friends.  Ages 4 & under. Participating caregiver required. No registration required.

Little ones can play, discover & meet new friends.  Drop in for playtime fun in the Wirt Children's program room.

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.

Coffee, Coloring & Classic Tunes

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Music
Age Group:
Adults

We will be hosting a relaxing morning with fun beverages & coloring while listening to music. There will be coloring sheets and supplies available (or you can bring your own) and an assortment of drinks (coffee, tea & hot chocolate).

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

We will be hosting a relaxing morning with fun beverages & coloring while listening to music. There will be coloring sheets and supplies available (or you can bring your own) and an assortment of drinks (coffee, tea & hot chocolate).

Disclaimer(s)

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

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Bookmobile Stop - Huron Woods

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 1:45pm - 2:45pm
Bookmobile Stops
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us at Huron Woods! 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 Huron Woods! 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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Bookmobile Stop - Bayfield Assisted Living

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Bookmobile Stops
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us at Bayfield Assisted 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 Bayfield Assisted 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.