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Books & Brews

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adults
Off Site
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Other
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Looking for a book club where you not only get to explore new books, but check out different Bay City bars and restaurants? Join us at LOCATIONS for Books and Brews!

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, Eat Up, and READ Up - Wirt

12:00pm–12:30pm
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Wirt Lawn
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Meet Up, Eat Up, and READ Up!

Meet Up, Eat Up, and READ Up at your library! Kids and teens ages 0-18 can enjoy a free lunch on the lawn along with a free children's book! 

Lunches are provided in partnership with Bay City Public Schools.

We make every effort to order enough lunches for our expected attendance numbers, but lunches are first-come, first-serve.

We look forward to seeing everyone! 

This program will be held every Tuesday and Thursday from 12-12:30, through August 6th.

Wirt Nonfiction Book Club

2:00pm–3:00pm
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 Nonfiction Book Club led by Mark Grotelueschen/Rochelle Collins.

Tai Chi for Better Sleep

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
Sage Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tai Chi for Better Sleep is led by a certified instructor. Thursday sessions will consist of one hour of Tai Chi followed by a 30-minute lesson on sleep.

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.

Tie-Dye Ice Cream Social

5:30pm–6:30pm
Everyone
Sage Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Lawn (Pershing Park)
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Food
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for ice cream in the park next to Sage Library (Pershing Park). Wear your favorite tie-dye. 

Disclaimer(s)

Please alert staff to any food allergies.

Amber Bug Slime

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children, Tweens
Pinconning Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pinconning Branch Library
Room: Pinconning Branch Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Preserve your own prehistoric bugs in this DIY slime that mimics amber! This ooey, gooey program might get a little messy. So roll up your sleeves, and dig out your inner paleontologist before heading off on this expedition!

Red, White & Blue Craft

10:30am–11:30am
Adults
Sage Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get in the patriotic spirit with a fun craft

A fun & inclusive program. This program is designed to be welcoming, accessible, and fun for all abilities.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Toddler Time!

11:00am–11:45am
Everyone, Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children
Pinconning Branch Library
Library Branch: Pinconning Branch Library
Room: Pinconning Branch Community Room
Age Group: Everyone, Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Other, Play
Event Details:

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.

BCLS Closed

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

The Bay County Library System will be closed Jul 4, 2026 in honor of the 4th of July holiday.

 

Teen LitLoot Boxes: Grades 9-12

All Day 7/6–7/11
Teens
Virtual
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.

Wirt Summer ART Series - DINOSAUR SAND ART

11:00am–12:00pm
Children, Tweens
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Kantzler Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for our Summer Art Series in the Kantzler Community Room.  

This program is for ages 5-12.  No registration needed.

 

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.

Meet Up, Eat Up, and READ Up - Sage

12:00pm–12:45pm
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Sage Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Meet Up, Eat Up, and READ Up!

Meet Up, Eat Up, and READ Up at your library! Kids and teens ages 0-18 can enjoy a free lunch on the lawn along with a free children's book! 

Lunches are provided in partnership with Bay City Public Schools.

We make every effort to order enough lunches for our expected attendance numbers, but lunches are first-come, first-serve.

We look forward to seeing everyone! 

This program will be held every Monday and Wednesday from 12-12:45, through August 5th.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Thrift Store Masterpiece

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teens
Sage Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

We will be taking thrifted art, and improving on it, with all kinds of art supplies!

Disclaimer(s)

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

Take & Make Kits: Teens & Adults

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

Looking to expand your creativity this summer? Take home a colorful craft kit from the Auburn Area Branch Library each month during the Summer Reading Program! Supplies and instructions are included.

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.

Waiting for Wings Storytime @WIRT

11:00am–11:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Kantzler Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 4-9.

Join a park ranger from the Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge for a storytime about insects, butterflies, and pollination. Stick around after for a craft demonstrating the butterfly lifecycle.

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.

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

Meet Up, Eat Up, and READ Up - Wirt

12:00pm–12:30pm
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Wirt Lawn
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Meet Up, Eat Up, and READ Up!

Meet Up, Eat Up, and READ Up at your library! Kids and teens ages 0-18 can enjoy a free lunch on the lawn along with a free children's book! 

Lunches are provided in partnership with Bay City Public Schools.

We make every effort to order enough lunches for our expected attendance numbers, but lunches are first-come, first-serve.

We look forward to seeing everyone! 

This program will be held every Tuesday and Thursday from 12-12:30, through August 6th.

Tai Chi for Better Sleep

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
Sage Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tai Chi for Better Sleep is led by a certified instructor. Thursday sessions will consist of one hour of Tai Chi followed by a 30-minute lesson on sleep.

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.

Meet Up, Eat Up, and READ Up - Sage

12:00pm–12:45pm
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Sage Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Meet Up, Eat Up, and READ Up!

Meet Up, Eat Up, and READ Up at your library! Kids and teens ages 0-18 can enjoy a free lunch on the lawn along with a free children's book! 

Lunches are provided in partnership with Bay City Public Schools.

We make every effort to order enough lunches for our expected attendance numbers, but lunches are first-come, first-serve.

We look forward to seeing everyone! 

This program will be held every Monday and Wednesday from 12-12:45, through August 5th.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Foam Party!

12:30pm–1:15pm
Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Sage Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Lawn (Pershing Park)
Age Group: Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Drop in! 

198X Midnight Misfits

2:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Sage Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

The year is 198X. The town is Clearview. And something’s not right.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Cribbage Night

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
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.

Needle Crafters Club

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Auburn Area Branch Library
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.

The History of the Orphan Trains

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Sage Branch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational
Registration Required
Event Details:

Multi-award winning author, Sherry A. Burton, presents on the fascinating history of the Orphan Train Movement.