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Clay Create

Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Come sculpt away with air dry clay!

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Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library
Room: Auburn Branch Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Come sculpt away with air dry clay!

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.

Midland Saxophone Quartet

Midland Saxophone Quartet

Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Wirt Lawn at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Everyone, Family, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us for an of afternoon toe-tapping tunes with the Midland Saxophone Quartet on the front lawn!  Bring a chair or blanket to sit on the lawn.  If weather does no...

Required
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Wirt Lawn
Age Group: Everyone, Family, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 60
Event Details:

Join us for an of afternoon toe-tapping tunes with the Midland Saxophone Quartet on the front lawn!  Bring a chair or blanket to sit on the lawn.  If weather does not cooperate it will be moved indoors to the Kantzler Community Room

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.

Picture of a Titanic Ship Sailing on water with words "Adventure By Mail"

Adventure by Mail

All Day 6/10 - 6/14
Off Site
Program Type:
Educational, Other
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Can you escape from the sinking Titanic? Registered patrons ages 8-12 will have an escape room sent to an address of their choice. It will contain 3 artifact challenges to complete...

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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Educational, Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 48
Event Details:

Can you escape from the sinking Titanic? Registered patrons ages 8-12 will have an escape room sent to an address of their choice. It will contain 3 artifact challenges to complete in order to survive.

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.

storytime coffee house wirt

Downtown Bay City Feet on the Street - Populace Storytime

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 9:00am - 9:30am
Populace Coffee at Off Site
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Families with young children.  Join the Wirt library downtown at Populace Coffee House on the patio for storytime- (indoors during inclement weather).  No registration re...

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

Families with young children.  Join the Wirt library downtown at Populace Coffee House on the patio for storytime- (indoors during inclement weather).  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.

Film Crew Club open to teens in grades 6-12

Film Crew Club

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Teen/Adult Office (3rd Floor) at Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
Movies, STEAM, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join us for a club for teens, all about making movies and other video-based media, with equipment provided by the Michigan Learning Channel! 

Required
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Teen/Adult Office (3rd Floor)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies, STEAM, Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us for a club for teens, all about making movies and other video-based media, with equipment provided by the Michigan Learning Channel! 

Disclaimer(s)

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

Sage Book Club

Monday, June 10, 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, June 11, 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.

Examples of adventure sand art and include a compass, campfire, trees, and a tent with trees

Adventure Sand Art

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Children ages 4-12 are invited to join us at Sage Branch Library for Adventure Sand Art on Tuesday, June 11 at 11 am. Hear a story and make sand art! We look forward to seeing...

Required
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Details:

Children ages 4-12 are invited to join us at Sage Branch Library for Adventure Sand Art on Tuesday, June 11 at 11 am. Hear a story and make sand art! We look forward to seeing you! 

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.

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention

Tuesday, June 11, 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: 8
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.

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Magic for Beginners

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Learn beginner magic tricks and tips that will be sure to fool your friends!

Required
Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library
Room: Auburn Branch Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Learn beginner magic tricks and tips that will be sure to fool your friends!

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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Make a Pizza Garden

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Other at Off Site
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Children ages 12 and under + Adult are invited to join us at the Trombley House Historical Museum to Make a Pizza Garden! Hear a story and we will be planting a mini garden of toma...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Other
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Children ages 12 and under + Adult are invited to join us at the Trombley House Historical Museum to Make a Pizza Garden! Hear a story and we will be planting a mini garden of tomatoes, basil and oregano to take home!

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.

Wednesdays With Walt

Wednesday, June 12, 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!

Dungeons and Dragons for grades 6-12

Dungeons and Dragons Club

Wednesday, June 12, 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...

Required
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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

Summer Reading Kick-Off Party ft. Baffling Bill

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:15pm
Pinconning Community Center at Off Site
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Join the Pinconning Branch as we celebrate the beginning of our Summer Reading Program with a Summer Reading Kickoff Party! Food and fun begins at 4:30 pm with a magic show featuri...

Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Pinconning Community Center
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

Join the Pinconning Branch as we celebrate the beginning of our Summer Reading Program with a Summer Reading Kickoff Party! Food and fun begins at 4:30 pm with a magic show featuring Baffling Bill the Magician at 5:30 pm. 

Cheese

Building a Charcuterie Board Demonstration w/ artigiano

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
Educational, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Create your own Instagram-worthy cheese board!  Learn simple techniques for cutting and plating, how to select the perfect cheeses and charcuterie, and how to select accompani...

Required
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Create your own Instagram-worthy cheese board!  Learn simple techniques for cutting and plating, how to select the perfect cheeses and charcuterie, and how to select accompaniments to pull it all together.

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.

Kitten with yarn

Needle Crafters Club

Wednesday, June 12, 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.

tent with summer reading dates

Summer Reading Kick off @ WIRT

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Kantzler Community Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Everyone, Family
Event Details:

Join us as we celebrate our Summer Reading Program for 2024 - Adventure Begins at Your Library!  Get signed up for the program and enjoy the festivities at our Kick Off Par...

Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Kantzler Community Room
Age Group: Everyone, Family
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Join us as we celebrate our Summer Reading Program for 2024 - Adventure Begins at Your Library! 

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Kick Off Party Placeholder

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Auburn City Park at Off Site
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Other, Performance
Age Group:
Everyone, Family
Event Details:

Let's kick off our Summer Reading Program with a party at the Auburn City Park! Sign up for the Summer Reading Program and enjoy an inflatable obstacle course, a truck touch, games...

Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Auburn City Park
Age Group: Everyone, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other, Performance
Event Details:

Let's kick off our Summer Reading Program with a party at the Auburn City Park! Sign up for the Summer Reading Program and enjoy an inflatable obstacle course, a truck touch, games, balloon twisting, ice cream, and more. 

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.

Picture of a wooden car with a package on the roof of the car and the text "Gift for a Guy"

Gift for a Guy

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Join us at the Sage Branch Library to make a Gift for a Guy on Thursday, June 13! Two different crafts, gift bags and card stations will be available for the kids to create. The...

Required
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us at the Sage Branch Library to make a Gift for a Guy on Thursday, June 13!

Disclaimer(s)

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

Picture of a wooden car with a package on the roof of the car and the text "Gift for a Guy"

Gift for a Guy

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Join us at the Sage Branch Library to make a Gift for a Guy on Thursday, June 13! Two different crafts, gift bags and card stations will be available for the kids to create. The...

Required
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us at the Sage Branch Library to make a Gift for a Guy on Thursday, June 13!

Disclaimer(s)

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

Picture of a wooden car with a package on the roof of the car and the text "Gift for a Guy"

Gift for a Guy

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Join us at the Sage Branch Library to make a Gift for a Guy on Thursday, June 13! Two different crafts, gift bags and card stations will be available for the kids to create. The...

Required
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us at the Sage Branch Library to make a Gift for a Guy on Thursday, June 13!

Disclaimer(s)

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

Bird Feeder

Paint Your Own Bird Feeder

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pinconning Branch Community Room at Pinconning Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Stop by the Pinconning Branch to paint a bird feeder for your bird friends to enjoy all summer long.

Required
Library Branch: Pinconning Branch Library
Room: Pinconning Branch Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Stop by the Pinconning Branch to paint a bird feeder for your bird friends to enjoy all summer long.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Sage Stitchers

Sage Stitchers

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Bring your knitting or crochet projects and join others around our second floor fireplace. This program will be held on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of the month.

Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Bring your knitting or crochet projects and join others around our second floor fireplace. This program will be held on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of the month.

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Friday Fun: Carle Celebration

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Join us Sage Library for Friday Fun: Carle Celebration on Fri, Jun 14 @ 10:30 am! For children ages 2-5 + Adult Celebrate Eric Carle's birthday with stories, songs, and a cra...

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Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us Sage Library for Friday Fun: Carle Celebration on Fri, Jun 14 @ 10:30 am!

For children ages 2-5 + Adult

Celebrate Eric Carle's birthday with stories, songs, and a 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.