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Tween Hang Out: Escape

Thursday, February 19, 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: Escape on Thursday, February 19 at 5:30 pm.

For children ages 8-12. Solve puzzles and overcome challenges to win a prize!

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: Escape on Thursday, February 19 at 5:30 pm.

For children ages 8-12. Solve puzzles and overcome challenges to win a prize!

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.

Vanessa Ivy Rose in front of a plaque of Norman "Turkey" Stearnes

Evening Sessions: Hall of Fame DNA: The Legacy of Norman "Turkey" Stearnes

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Kantzler Community Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Adults
Evening Sessions:

The Evening Sessions is a monthly adult program series featuring a fun and engaging mix of presentations, lectures, workshops, demonstrations, author visits, and performances on to...

According to updated MLB statistics and five Hall of Fame inductions, Turkey Stearnes is one of the all-time greats, yet many people have never heard his name.

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

Evening Sessions

The Evening Sessions is a monthly adult program series featuring a fun and engaging mix of presentations, lectures, workshops, demonstrations, author visits, and performances on topics covering the arts, culture, history, science, and more!

According to updated MLB statistics and five Hall of Fame inductions, Turkey Stearnes is one of the all-time greats, yet many people have never heard his name.

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.

National Bird Feeding Month! DIY Pinecone Bird Feeder

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pinconning Branch Community Room at Pinconning Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Educational, Other, STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Happy National Bird Feeding Month!

Gather with us to celebrate the beauty of birds and the joy of feeding them– together, we will create our own pinecone bird feeders to provide our local birds with a tasty treat!

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

Happy National Bird Feeding Month!

Gather with us to celebrate the beauty of birds and the joy of feeding them– together, we will create our own pinecone bird feeders to provide our local birds with a tasty treat!

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.

Intro to Oils and Vinegars w/ artigiano

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch 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: Auburn Area Branch Library
Room: Auburn Branch 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.

play group

Playdate @ WIRT

Friday, February 20, 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.

Healthy Teeth Storytime - Sage

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
Educational, Storytime
Age Group:
Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children

February is National Children's Dental Health Month! Visit your branch this month for a storytime all about going to the dentist.

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

February is National Children's Dental Health Month! Visit your branch this month for a storytime all about going to the dentist.

Disclaimer(s)

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

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A is for Art: Pit Stop Painters

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Ready, set, paint! Join us for a fun morning where you can wait your own wooden racecar. 

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

Ready, set, paint! Join us for a fun morning where you can wait your own wooden racecar. 

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.

Legendary Lit Logo (Words with a Sword) over a fantasy map

Legendary Lit: A Fantasy Book Club

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Kantzler Community Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

A book club for Fantasy Readers. Join us every six weeks to discuss a different book from the Fantasy section. 

Current Title: Uprooted by Naomi Novik

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

A book club for Fantasy Readers. Join us every six weeks to discuss a different book from the Fantasy section. 

Current Title: Uprooted by Naomi Novik

pups & pages dog reading

Pups & Pages @ Wirt

Saturday, February 21, 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.

Curiosity Club - Build-a-Bug Challenge

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Pinconning Branch Community Room at Pinconning Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Educational, Other
Age Group:
Children

Join the Curiosity Club this month for our Build-a-Bug Challenge!

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:

Join the Curiosity Club this month for our Build-a-Bug Challenge!

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.

Busy Book Cafe

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Educational
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

Join us at Sage Library on Monday, February 23 for Busy Book Cafe!

For children ages 0-3 years old + Adult.

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

Join us at Sage Library on Monday, February 23 for Busy Book Cafe!

For children ages 0-3 years old + Adult.

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.

Knitting Solutions (2nd Floor)

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 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.

Film Crew Club open to teens in grades 6-12

Film Crew Club

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
Movies, STEAM, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens

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

Registration Required
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies, STEAM, Technology Class
Registration Required
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)

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

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Pokémon Trainer Night

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family

Join us for a fun night where you can bring in your card collection to show off, play, and trade with other trainers while also enjoying Pokémon themed crafts. 

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

Join us for a fun night where you can bring in your card collection to show off, play, and trade with other trainers while also enjoying Pokémon themed crafts. 

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.

Card-Making Workshop

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pinconning Branch Community Room at Pinconning Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Make your own greeting cards with stamps, ink, die cuts, embossing folders, and paper. Let your creativity flow with all the materials provided by the library. The possibilities are endless!

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

Make your own greeting cards with stamps, ink, die cuts, embossing folders, and paper. Let your creativity flow with all the materials provided by the library. The possibilities are endless!

Disclaimer(s)

Please register each person individually, including adults.

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

Team Jigsaw Puzzle Challenge

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Kantzler Community Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public 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: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Kantzler 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.

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Wiggle Worm Wednesday

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
Play
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: Play
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, February 25, 2026 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 pasta with tomato sauce.

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 pasta with tomato sauce.

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.

Intro to Oils and Vinegars w/ artigiano

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch 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: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch 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.

Intro to Oils and Vinegars w/ artigiano

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch 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: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch 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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Gamer Club JR

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children

Join us for an after school club where we'll play a variety of video games, make new friends, and explore the world of gaming in a positive and fun environment.

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

Join us for an after school club where we'll play a variety of video games, make new friends, and explore the world of gaming in a positive and fun environment.

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.

Little Explorers - Fairy Tale Fun

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Pinconning Branch Community Room at Pinconning Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Educational, Other, Play
Age Group:
Children

Join the Little Explorers this month as we foray into fairy tales! 

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

Join the Little Explorers this month as we foray into fairy tales! 

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.

Auburn Book Club

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for this month's book club!

Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library
Room: Auburn Branch Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Join us for this month's book club!

Young Scientists: Science in Motion

Friday, February 27, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

Join us at Sage Branch Library for Young Scientists: Science in Motion!

Friday, February 27 @ 10:30 am for children ages 2-5 with the adult as the assistant! 

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

Join us at Sage Branch Library for Young Scientists: Science in Motion!

Friday, February 27 @ 10:30 am for children ages 2-5 with the adult as the assistant! 

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.