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Pups & Pages @ Wirt

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Program Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Educational, Other
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Join us in-person at Wirt Library and read to a certified therapy dog.  Ages 4-12 read to a certified therapy dog in a one-on-one timed session based upon registration and arrival at the library starting at 2:00 pm.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Educational, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in-person at Wirt Library and read to a certified therapy dog.  Ages 4-12 read to a certified therapy dog in a one-on-one timed session based upon registration and arrival at the library starting at 2:00 pm.

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.

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Lifesize Hungry Hungry Hippos @ WIRT

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Kantzler Community Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Other, Play
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Ages 8-12.

Challenge yourself and your partner to catch as many balls a you can with just a basket and a scooter.

Registration is required.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Kantzler Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Other, Play
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 8-12.

Challenge yourself and your partner to catch as many balls a you can with just a basket and a scooter.

Registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Winter Solstice Celebration

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Pinconning Branch Community Room at Pinconning Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Educational, Other
Age Group:
Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens

Celebrate the anticipation of longer days through fun and play! You and your little one will gather with friends to help bring light to some of the longest nights of the year.

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

Celebrate the anticipation of longer days through fun and play! You and your little one will gather with friends to help bring light to some of the longest nights of the year.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Lifesize Fortnite at WIRT

Monday, December 29, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Kantzler Community Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Other, Play
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Ages 8-12.

Compete as a team to build the best fort and defend it against enemy attacks.  Free build to follow.

Registration is required.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Kantzler Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Other, Play
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 8-12.

Compete as a team to build the best fort and defend it against enemy attacks.  Free build to follow.

Registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Noon Years Eve Countdown Party Flyer

Noon Years Eve Countdown Party

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens

Join us in celebrating the New Year! Wear your pjs for a cozy time with cake, dancing, and a countdown to 12 (noon)!

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

Join us in celebrating the New Year! Wear your pjs for a cozy time with cake, dancing, and a countdown to 12 (noon)!

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.

Photo of room with colorful toys on floor and coffee cart in background.

Toddler Time!

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Pinconning Branch Community Room at Pinconning Branch Library
Program Type:
Other, Play
Age Group:
Everyone, Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children
Toddler Time:

Fun learning activities. For ages 4 and under. Participating caregiver required.

Bring your littles to the Pinconning Branch every other week for play and to make new friends! Hot beverages will be provided for adults.

This program is recommended for children 5 & under.

Library Branch: Pinconning Branch Library
Room: Pinconning Branch Community Room
Age Group: Everyone, Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Other, Play
Event Details:

Toddler Time

Fun learning activities. For ages 4 and under. Participating caregiver required.

Bring your littles to the Pinconning Branch every other week for play and to make new friends! Hot beverages will be provided for adults.

This program is recommended for children 5 & under.

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.

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Teen LitLoot Boxes: Grades 9-12

All Day 1/5 - 1/10
Virtual
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Other
Age Group:
Teens

**Due to the high demand of this special collection/program it is available exclusively to Bay County resident cardholders.

Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

**Due to the high demand of this special collection/program it is available exclusively to Bay County resident cardholders.

Disclaimer(s)

Bay County Residents Only

This high demand special collection/program is limited exclusively to Bay County resident cardholders only.

Please alert staff to any food allergies.

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

Chair Yoga

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for chair yoga led by Katie Volk.

 

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

Join us for chair yoga led by Katie Volk.

 

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.

Read. Talk. Create @ WIRT

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Children's Program Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Other
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Ages 9-12. Bring a book you've read or listened to, share your favorite parts, then stick around for an activity.  Yarn letters in January and mosaic suncatchers in February.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Book Clubs, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 9-12. Bring a book you've read or listened to, share your favorite parts, then stick around for an activity.  Yarn letters in January and mosaic suncatchers in February.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Baby Book Club

Wednesday, January 7, 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, January 7 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, January 7 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.

Bean-tastic Mosaic Craft

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pinconning Branch Community Room at Pinconning Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Other
Age Group:
Family, Children, Tweens

January 6th was National Bean Day– help us continue the celebration by crafting your own bean mosaic. This may be one of the few (and most fun!) exceptions to the "don't play with your food" rule!

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

January 6th was National Bean Day– help us continue the celebration by crafting your own bean mosaic. This may be one of the few (and most fun!) exceptions to the "don't play with your food" rule!

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.

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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Playdate @ WIRT

Friday, January 9, 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.

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B.A.M! Subscription Box for 4th-5th Graders

All Day 1/12 - 1/17
Virtual
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Other
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

January's theme is Fantasy!

4th and 5th graders are invited to try the Bay County Library System's subscription box, B.A.M! (Books and More).

Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

January's theme is Fantasy!

4th and 5th graders are invited to try the Bay County Library System's subscription box, B.A.M! (Books and More).

Disclaimer(s)

Bay County Residents Only

This high demand special collection/program is limited exclusively to Bay County resident cardholders only.

Please alert staff to any food allergies.

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

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Pop Culture Boxes: Grades 6-12

All Day 1/12 - 1/17
Virtual
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Other
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

**Due to the high demand of this special collection/program it is available exclusively to Bay County resident cardholders.

Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

**Due to the high demand of this special collection/program it is available exclusively to Bay County resident cardholders.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Bay County Residents Only

This high demand special collection/program is limited exclusively to Bay County resident cardholders only.

Please alert staff to any food allergies.

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

Teen Library Lounge- Bingo Bash!

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
Food, Other
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Hang out at the Auburn Branch after school, where we will be playing bingo and having snacks!

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

Hang out at the Auburn Branch after school, where we will be playing bingo and having snacks!

Disclaimer(s)

Please alert staff to any food allergies.

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Dungeons and Dragons Club

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 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, January 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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.

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Tween Hang Out: Perler Beads

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Other
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Join us at Sage Library for Tween Hang Out: Perler Beads on Thursday, January 15 at 5:30 pm.

For children ages 8-12. Learn how to make perler bead creations. Take supplies home to teach your family!

Registration is required.

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

Join us at Sage Library for Tween Hang Out: Perler Beads on Thursday, January 15 at 5:30 pm.

For children ages 8-12. Learn how to make perler bead creations. Take supplies home to teach your family!

Registration is 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.

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

Pinconning - Winter Olympics

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pinconning Branch Community Room at Pinconning Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Educational, Other
Age Group:
Children

Families get ready for an action-packed indoor winter sports adventure with our Winter Olympics program!  Kids will get to participate in fun, creative winter sport events and crafts.

Recommended for ages 0-12.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Pinconning Branch Library
Room: Pinconning Branch Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Families get ready for an action-packed indoor winter sports adventure with our Winter Olympics program!  Kids will get to participate in fun, creative winter sport events and crafts.

Recommended for ages 0-12.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Photo of room with colorful toys on floor and coffee cart in background.

Toddler Time!

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Pinconning Branch Community Room at Pinconning Branch Library
Program Type:
Other, Play
Age Group:
Everyone, Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children
Toddler Time:

Fun learning activities. For ages 4 and under. Participating caregiver required.

Bring your littles to the Pinconning Branch every other week for play and to make new friends! Hot beverages will be provided for adults.

This program is recommended for children 5 & under.

Library Branch: Pinconning Branch Library
Room: Pinconning Branch Community Room
Age Group: Everyone, Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Other, Play
Event Details:

Toddler Time

Fun learning activities. For ages 4 and under. Participating caregiver required.

Bring your littles to the Pinconning Branch every other week for play and to make new friends! Hot beverages will be provided for adults.

This program is recommended for children 5 & under.

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.

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Pups & Pages - Auburn

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
Educational, Other
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Read to a therapy dog or dog in training in a one-on-one session. You will be called to schedule your session the week of the program. Children ages 4-12 are invited to attend. 

 

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

Read to a therapy dog or dog in training in a one-on-one session. You will be called to schedule your session the week of the program. Children ages 4-12 are invited to attend. 

 

Disclaimer(s)

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

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Pups & Pages @ Wirt

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Program Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Educational, Other
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Join us in-person at Wirt Library and read to a certified therapy dog.  Ages 4-12 read to a certified therapy dog in a one-on-one timed session based upon registration and arrival at the library starting at 2:00 pm.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Educational, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in-person at Wirt Library and read to a certified therapy dog.  Ages 4-12 read to a certified therapy dog in a one-on-one timed session based upon registration and arrival at the library starting at 2:00 pm.

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.

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Middle Pages Loot Boxes: Grades 6-8

All Day 1/20 - 1/27
Virtual
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Other
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

**Due to the high demand of this special collection/program it is available exclusively to Bay County resident cardholders.

Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

**Due to the high demand of this special collection/program it is available exclusively to Bay County resident cardholders.

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.

Bay County Residents Only

This high demand special collection/program is limited exclusively to Bay County resident cardholders only.

Please alert staff to any food allergies.

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

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Chess at the Library

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Everyone

Open to chess players of all ages. Come for an opportunity to connect with other chess players in our community room over the board. 

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

Open to chess players of all ages. Come for an opportunity to connect with other chess players in our community room over the board. 

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.