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Knitting Solutions (2nd Floor)

Tuesday, May 5, 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.

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.

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.

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.

Teen Library Lounge- Tie Dye Thursday

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Auburn Parking Lot at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Food
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Let's celebrate the school year coming to a close with an outside tie dye party! Bring your own personal white clothing to dye or choose what will be given at the event (while supplies last.)

Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library
Room: Auburn Parking Lot
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Food
Event Details:

Let's celebrate the school year coming to a close with an outside tie dye party! Bring your own personal white clothing to dye or choose what will be given at the event (while supplies last.)

Disclaimer(s)

Please alert staff to any food allergies.

Children's Book Week: Painterly Pottery - Sage

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage 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: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage 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.

Children's Book Week: Painterly Pottery - Sage

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage 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: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage 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.

Collage Making for Littles

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pinconning Branch Community Room at Pinconning Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Other, Play
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

Create your own collage using an assortment of craft supplies. Littles will learn to explore new creative horizons during this art program!

This program is recommended for ages 5 & under.

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

Create your own collage using an assortment of craft supplies. Littles will learn to explore new creative horizons during this art program!

This program is recommended for ages 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.

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

This could get messy! Please wear old clothes.

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Garden Babies & Toddlers

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers

Spring is the perfect time for some gardening! Bring your babies and toddlers to plant a seed, and enjoy some crafts and sensory bins. 

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

Spring is the perfect time for some gardening! Bring your babies and toddlers to plant a seed, and enjoy some crafts and sensory bins. 

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.

Life Booster Series: Petoskey Stone Polishing Workshop

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Pinconning Branch Community Room at Pinconning Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Educational, Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Instructor and rockhound Kim Bigard will lead participants in polishing a Petoskey stone. Formed from fossilized Hexagonaria coral, Michigan's state stone is a treasure to find and shows beautiful honeycomb-shaped patterns when polished.

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

Instructor and rockhound Kim Bigard will lead participants in polishing a Petoskey stone. Formed from fossilized Hexagonaria coral, Michigan's state stone is a treasure to find and shows beautiful honeycomb-shaped patterns when polished.

Disclaimer(s)

Please register each person individually, including adults.

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

yellow background multicolor letters reading pop culture box for teens

Pop Culture Boxes: Grades 6-12

All Day 5/11 - 5/16
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.

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.

Knitting Solutions (2nd Floor)

Tuesday, May 12, 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.

Arts and Snacks Logo with doodles.

Arts & Snacks! Neurographic Art!

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Movies, STEAM
Age Group:
Teens

Learn about this peaceful art practice and give it a try. Plus there are snacks!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movies, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn about this peaceful art practice and give it a try. Plus there are snacks!

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

Please alert staff to any food allergies.

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Rock Painting

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Paint some rocks with us for our new Reading Rocks Garden in our Reading Garden! 

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

Paint some rocks with us for our new Reading Rocks Garden in our Reading Garden! 

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.

Watercolor Agate Painting

Tuesday, May 12, 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 Watercolor Agate Painting. 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 Watercolor Agate Painting. 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.

All Together Now Club

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Other
Age Group:
Adults

The library isn’t just a place that has books- it’s also a place for everyone of all abilities to connect, learn, and create!

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

The library isn’t just a place that has books- it’s also a place for everyone of all abilities to connect, learn, and create!

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.

Candle Painting

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Join us in decorating candles using wax.

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

Join us in decorating candles using wax.

Candle Painting

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Join us in decorating candles using wax.

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

Join us in decorating candles using wax.

Needle Crafters Club

Wednesday, May 13, 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.

Faux Stained Glass Craft

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kantzler Community Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

*Please register using the name of the teen that will be participating. 

Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to join us to create your own faux stained glass.  All supplies provided!

 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Kantzler Community Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

*Please register using the name of the teen that will be participating. 

Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to join us to create your own faux stained glass.  All supplies provided!

 

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

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

Family Read Aloud Book Club: The Girl Who Drank the Moon (cover)

Family Read Aloud Book Club: The Girl Who Drank the Moon

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Sage Branch Community Room at Sage Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Other
Age Group:
Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens

Join us at Sage Library for Family Read Aloud Book Club: The Girl Who Drank the Moon by Kelly Barnhill Thursday, May 14 at 5:30 pm.

For children ages 0-12 with their family. 

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

Join us at Sage Library for Family Read Aloud Book Club: The Girl Who Drank the Moon by Kelly Barnhill Thursday, May 14 at 5:30 pm.

For children ages 0-12 with their family. 

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 alert staff to any food allergies.

Please register each person individually, including adults.

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

Adult Craft

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Kantzler Community Room at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Adult Craft- Wirt Branch

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

Adult Craft- Wirt Branch

Painting for the "Reading Rocks Garden"

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Auburn Branch Community Room at Auburn Area Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults

Stop by this drop-in program to paint a rock for the Auburn Library's upcoming garden, the "Reading Rocks Garden"

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

Stop by this drop-in program to paint a rock for the Auburn Library's upcoming garden, the "Reading Rocks Garden"

Curiosity Club - Spectacular Seedlings

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Pinconning Branch Community Room at Pinconning Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Educational, Other, STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Join the Curiosity Club this month to sow your own seeds! Get ready for gardening season by starting seeds of your choice! We will also be getting crafty to decorate a flower pot and plant stick tags!

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:

Join the Curiosity Club this month to sow your own seeds! Get ready for gardening season by starting seeds of your choice! We will also be getting crafty to decorate a flower pot and plant stick tags!

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.