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Knitting Solutions (2nd Floor)

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
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.

Footprint Keepsake Craft @ WIRT

2:00pm - 2:30pm
Babies & Toddlers
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Ages 0-5 with an adult.

Hear a story about clay and pottery then make your very own footprint keepsake out of air-dry clay.

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.

Wednesdays With Walt

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
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!

Move and Groove @ WIRT

10:30am - 11:00am
Family, Babies & Toddlers
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Kantzler Community Room
Age Group: Family, Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Other, Storytime
Event Details:

Ages 0-5 with an adult.  Join us for a story, music, and dancing! Both kids and their caregivers will enjoy shaking their sillies out in this movement-based program.

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.

Pups & Pages @ Wirt

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children, Tweens
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Registration
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Educational, Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
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.

Ice Age Movie @ WIRT

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Children
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Kantzler Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

When a group of prehistoric animals band together to save a human baby, the misfit herd becomes the only hope for the future in this delightful computer-animated treat.

Snacks provided. Families with small children. 

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.

BCLS Closed

All Day 12/24 - 12/26
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library, Auburn Area Branch Library, Pinconning Branch Library, Sage Branch Library, Virtual, Off Site
Description:

The Bay County Library System will be closed Dec 24-26, 2024 for the Christmas holiday..

LEGO Brick Build at WIRT

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Family, Children, Tweens
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Family, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Ages 5-12.  LEGO build in the program room while using our bricks to construct a creation of your own.  

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.

Classic Hits Bingo

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Adults
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Registration
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Kantzler Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

A cross between name that song and bingo. Play along as we listen to classic songs and try to get a Bingo!

Disclaimer(s)

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

Clay Creations @ WIRT

2:00pm - 2:30pm
Children, Tweens
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Registration
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Ages 5-12.  Make your own sculpture or pottery using air-dry clay.

Registration is 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.

New Year's Eve Glow Party @ WIRT

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Kantzler Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Event Details:

Families with young children.  Join us for glow in the dark dancing, games and more! Wear white or neon if you want your clothes to glow under the blacklights.  

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.

BCLS Closed

5:00pm - 8:00pm
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library, Auburn Area Branch Library, Pinconning Branch Library, Sage Branch Library, Virtual, Off Site
Description:

The Bay County Library System will be closing at 5 p.m. for the New Year holiday.

BCLS Closed

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library, Auburn Area Branch Library, Pinconning Branch Library, Sage Branch Library, Virtual, Off Site
Description:

The Bay County Library System will be closed Jan 1, 2025 for the New Year holiday.

Online services available on the app and at www.baycountylibrary.org

Move and Groove @ WIRT

10:30am - 11:00am
Family, Babies & Toddlers
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Family, Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Other, Storytime
Event Details:

Ages 0-5 with an adult.  Join us for a story, music, and dancing! Both kids and their caregivers will enjoy shaking their sillies out in this movement-based program.

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.

Book Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Second Floor Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Monthly book club led by Kirsten.  Please call 989-893-9566 ext 2111 or email kwellnitz@baycountylibrary.org for more information.

STEM Sprouts @ WIRT

11:00am - 12:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, STEAM
Event Details:

Ages 3-5 with an adult.  Drop in to spark young minds with hands-on STEM fun.  Littles are encouraged to explore through playful, discovery-based activities.  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.

Knitting Solutions (2nd Floor)

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
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.

De-Clutter Bug: Helping Organize Your Life

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Registration
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Kantzler Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join Heather from De-Clutter Bug to give you the tools you need to be able to let go of the clutter in your life. 

Disclaimer(s)

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

Toddler Storytime - Wirt

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Registration
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 23

Toddler Storytime

Nurture a love of books with your toddler through music, movement, and stories while helping to develop language and social skills.

Best for ages 18 months to 3 years with a participating caregiver.


 

Event Details:

Registration for all BCLS Winter storytimes begins on Friday, December 6, 2024.

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.

Preschool Storytime - Wirt

11:30am - 12:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Registration
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24

Preschool Storytime

Join us with your preschooler for stories, rhymes, music, movement, and early literacy fun!

Best for ages 2-5 with a participating caregiver.

Event Details:

Registration for all BCLS Winter storytimes begins on Friday, December 6, 2024.

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.

Family Storytime - Wirt

6:30pm - 7:00pm
Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Registration
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 23

Family Storytime

Stories, rhymes, music, and movement to encourage everyone in the family to share their love of reading.

Best for children ages 6 and under with a participating caregiver.

Event Details:

Registration for all BCLS Winter storytimes begins on Friday, December 6, 2024.

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.

Baby Storytime - Wirt

10:30am - 11:15am
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Registration
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25

Baby Storytime

Nurture a love of books in your baby! Enjoy songs, rhymes, and stories, followed by a chance for play! 

Best for children under the age of 2 with a participating caregiver.

Event Details:

Registration for all BCLS Winter storytimes begins on Friday, December 6, 2024.

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.

Snowy Candleholder Craft - Wirt Branch

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Registration
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Kantzler Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Design a beautiful seasonal candleholder with festive greenery and accents. Materials provided—no experience necessary!

Playdate @ WIRT

10:00am - 11:00am
Babies & Toddlers
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Other

Play Date

Little ones can play, discover & meet new friends.  Ages 4 & under. Participating caregiver required. No registration required.

Event Details:

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.