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All BCLS Branches will be closed Saturday-Monday, May 28-30. 

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Teen LitLoot Boxes: Grades 9-12

All Day 6/6 - 6/11
Virtual
Registration
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:
Please register using the name of the teen that will be participating.                                                  &n...

Disclaimer(s)

Please alert staff to any food allergies.

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

Dungeons and Dragons Club

3:30pm - 5:30pm
Sage Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
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

Meet Up and Eat Up - Sage

11:30am - 12:00pm
Sage Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Lawn (Pershing Park)
Age Group: Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 125
Event Details:
Free lunches for children ages 0-18 will be available at Sage Library on Mondays this summer, in partnership with Bay City Public Schools. Each Monday from June 13-August 11 from 11:30-12pm, lunches will be provided outside of the library in Pershing...

Disclaimer(s)

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

Meet Up and Eat Up - Wirt

12:00pm - 12:30pm
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Registration
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Wirt Lawn
Age Group: Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 125
Event Details:
Free lunches for children ages 0-18 will be available at Wirt Library on Tuesdays and Thursdays this summer, in partnership with Bay City Public Schools. Each Thursday from June 14-August 5 from 12-12:30, lunches will be provided on the library's fro...

Disclaimer(s)

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

Sea Glass Mobile

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pinconning Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Pinconning Branch Library
Room: Pinconning Branch Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Waitlist Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
The Sea Glass Mobile is the perfect addition to your summer decor. Adults and teens (age 12 and older) are invited to attend the program.  ...

Disclaimer(s)

Please register each person individually, including adults.

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

Kick Off Lawn Party

4:30pm - 6:00pm
Sage Branch Library
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Lawn (Pershing Park)
Age Group: Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:
Join us at Pershing Park next to Sage Library on Wednesday, June 15 from 4:30-6:00 pm to Celebrate Summer Reading Program at our kickoff party enjoy lawn games and crafts.. Don't miss the chance to dunk a mystery mermaid! Drop in! We look forward to ...

Meet Up and Eat Up - Wirt

12:00pm - 12:30pm
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Registration
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Wirt Lawn
Age Group: Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 125
Event Details:
Free lunches for children ages 0-18 will be available at Wirt Library on Tuesdays and Thursdays this summer, in partnership with Bay City Public Schools. Each Thursday from June 14-August 5 from 12-12:30, lunches will be provided on the library's fro...

Disclaimer(s)

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

Wirt Library Summer Reading Kick Off!

1:30pm - 3:00pm
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Wirt Lawn
Age Group: Everyone, Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:
Join us on Thursday, June 16 from 1:30 - 3:00 pm, as we splash into our Summer Reading Program for 2022 - Oceans of Possibilities! Get signed up for the Summer Reading Program in Beanstack and enjoy the festivities at our Kick Off Party on the lawn a...

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.

Tree of Life Sun Catcher Craft

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Auburn Area Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library
Room: Auburn Branch Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Embroidery hoop, crystal beads and wire combine to create a beautiful sun catcher. ...

Disclaimer(s)

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

Let’s Move in the Park: Zumba

11:00am - 12:00pm
Sage Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Lawn (Pershing Park)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 26
Event Details:
We are having intro exercise classes on the lawn outside Sage all summer long! Join instructor Claudia Marsh for Zumba on the front lawn--no experience necessary! Registration is required and a waiver filled out on site must be completed to par...

Disclaimer(s)

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

Graphic Novel Book Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Sage Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:
Do you like graphic novels? Are you looking for a group to talk about some great reads? Join our Graphic Novel Book Club where we read and discuss a new title each month at Sage Library. We'll talk about everything from the stories to the graphic nov...

Disclaimer(s)

Please alert staff to any food allergies.

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

Outdoor Yoga 101

10:00am - 11:00am
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Registration
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Wirt Lawn
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:
Join Liz Boyce from Sunflower Healing Studios LLC for Yoga 101 on the front lawn - no experience needed!  Registration is required and a waiver must be completed to participate.  Please bring a mat or towel as they will not be provided.&nbs...

Disclaimer(s)

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

Middle Pages Loot Boxes: Grades 6-8

All Day 6/20 - 6/25
Virtual
Registration
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:
*Please register using the name of the teen that will be participating.  *Please indicate grade in the fall when registering.                               &nb...

Disclaimer(s)

Please alert staff to any food allergies.

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

Meet Up and Eat Up - Sage

11:30am - 12:00pm
Sage Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Lawn (Pershing Park)
Age Group: Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 125
Event Details:
Free lunches for children ages 0-18 will be available at Sage Library on Mondays this summer, in partnership with Bay City Public Schools. Each Monday from June 13-August 11 from 11:30-12pm, lunches will be provided outside of the library in Pershing...

Disclaimer(s)

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

Teen Craft: Art ReWorks

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Sage Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:
Unleash your creativity! We will begin with a thrifted piece of art, and then add our own pizzazz to make them truly one-of-a-kind creations. ...

Disclaimer(s)

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.

I ♡ YA: Book Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Sage Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Lawn (Pershing Park)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:
Do you enjoy reading YA books, but you may be more A than Y?  Join us each month at different, fun Bay City locations to read some titles from our teen section. Open to readers ages 16-adult. Register to save your seat. Copies of the book are...

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.

Meet Up and Eat Up - Wirt

12:00pm - 12:30pm
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Registration
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Wirt Lawn
Age Group: Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 125
Event Details:
Free lunches for children ages 0-18 will be available at Wirt Library on Tuesdays and Thursdays this summer, in partnership with Bay City Public Schools. Each Thursday from June 14-August 5 from 12-12:30, lunches will be provided on the library's fro...

Disclaimer(s)

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

Virtual Teen Craft: Mermaid Scale Art

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Registration
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
*Please register using the name of the teen that will be participating.  *Please indicate grade in the fall when registering.   Join us for a virtual teen craft!  Register to reserve your pack of supplies and Zoom code to atte...

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Painterly Pottery

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pinconning Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Pinconning Branch Library
Room: Pinconning Branch Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Waitlist Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Adults and teens ages 12 and up are invited to attend and paint a pottery item. There will be a variety of pieces to choose from.  ...

Disclaimer(s)

Please register each person individually, including adults.

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

Calling All Artists: How to Draw Manga & Graphic Novels Workshop

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Auburn Area Branch Library
Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library
Room: Auburn Branch Community Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:
Published manga professional Mark Crilley will teach attendees how to draw characters from popular Japanese graphic novels. ...

Disclaimer(s)

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

Meet Up and Eat Up - Wirt

12:00pm - 12:30pm
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Registration
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Wirt Lawn
Age Group: Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 125
Event Details:
Free lunches for children ages 0-18 will be available at Wirt Library on Tuesdays and Thursdays this summer, in partnership with Bay City Public Schools. Each Thursday from June 14-August 5 from 12-12:30, lunches will be provided on the library's fro...

Disclaimer(s)

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

Beach Scene Craft

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Registration
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Kantzler Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
*Please register using the name of the teen that will be participating.  *Please indicate grade in the fall when registering.   Create your own beach scene IN PERSON at the library!  All supplies provided.   ...

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Let’s Move in the Park: Yoga

11:00am - 12:00pm
Sage Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Lawn (Pershing Park)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 26
Event Details:
We are having intro exercise classes on the lawn outside Sage all summer long! Join Stacey Shinkel from City Girl Yoga Studio for Slow Flow yoga on the front lawn-no experience necessary! Registration is required and a waiver filled out on site...

Disclaimer(s)

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

Food Taste Test Challenge

2:00pm - 2:45pm
Sage Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
Think you have good tastebuds? Try the challenge! See how good you are identifying flavors without seeing the labels. Our yummiest challenge of the summer. ...

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.