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All Day		This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group B.A.M! Subscription Box for 4th-5th Graders All Day 10/14–10/19 Children, Tweens Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Other Registration Required Event Details: October's theme is Going to the Dogs! 4th and 5th graders are invited to try the Bay County Library System's subscription box, B.A.M! (Books and More). 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.
9 am		This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Excited Goat Storytime w/ WIRT 9:00am–9:30am Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Room: Excited Goat Coffee Company Age Group: Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Families with young children. Join the Wirt library at EXCITED GOAT COFFEE CO. in Essexville for storytime! 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.					This event is in the "Adults" group Discover Your Roots: Family History for Beginners (2nd floor) 9:30am–11:30am Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library Room: Second Floor Community Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Genealogy Registration Required Event Details: Discover Your Roots: Family History Research for Beginners Find your family in the census using Ancestry Library Edition. Learn how to find vital records and organize your research.
10 am		This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Family Storytime - Sage 10:00am–10:30am Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children Registration Required This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Sage Branch Library Room: Sage Branch Community Room Age Group: Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: 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. Registration for all BCLS fall storytimes begins on August 23, 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.	This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Preschool Storytime - Sage 10:00am–10:30am Babies & Toddlers, Children Registration Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Sage Branch Library Room: Sage Branch Community Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: 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. Registration for all BCLS fall storytimes begins on August 23, 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. This event is in the "Adults" group Knitting Solutions (2nd Floor) 10:00am–12:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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. This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Fire Truck Storytime - Wirt 10:30am–11:30am Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens Program Type: Educational Event Details: Join us at each branch for a meet and greet with local firefighters! Hear a story, learn about fire safety, and climb on board a real fire truck. This program will take place at each of our branches on the following dates:	This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Preschool Storytime - Auburn 10:15am–10:45am Babies & Toddlers, Children Registration Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library Room: Auburn Branch Community Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: 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. Registration for all BCLS fall storytimes begins on August 23, 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. This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Family Storytime - Pinconning 10:30am–11:00am Babies & Toddlers, Children Registration Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Pinconning Branch Library Room: Pinconning Branch Community Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: 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. Registration for all BCLS fall storytimes begins on August 23, 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. This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Preschool Storytime - Wirt 10:30am–11:00am Babies & Toddlers, Children Registration Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: 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. Registration for all BCLS fall storytimes begins on August 23, 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.	This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Baby Storytime - Auburn 10:15am–10:45am Babies & Toddlers, Children Registration Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library Room: Auburn Branch Community Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: 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. Registration for all BCLS summer storytimes begins on August 23, 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. This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled Baby Storytime - Wirt 10:30am–11:15am Babies & Toddlers, Children Registration Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: 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. Registration for all BCLS fall storytimes begins on August 23, 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.	This event is in the "Children" group A is for Art: Spooky Friends 10:30am–11:30am Children Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library Room: Auburn Branch Community Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a fun morning where we will be decorating our very own spooky friend paper craft to take home! 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. This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Fire Truck Storytime - Sage 10:30am–11:30am Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens Registration Required This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Sage Branch Library Room: Sage Branch Community Room Age Group: Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens Program Type: Educational Registration Required Event Details: Join us at each branch for a meet and greet with local firefighters! Hear a story, learn about fire safety, and climb on board a real fire truck. This program will take place at each of our branches on the following dates: Disclaimer(s) Registration is required. Please register in person, by phone, or online.	This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Team Jigsaw Puzzle Challenge 10:00am–11:30am Teens, Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Pinconning Branch Library Room: Pinconning Branch Community Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Other Registration Required Event Details: Adults and Teens, grades 6-12, are invited to attend. Create 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!
11 am			This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Baby Storytime - Sage 11:00am–11:30am Babies & Toddlers, Children Registration Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Sage Branch Library Room: Sage Branch Community Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: 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. Registration for all BCLS fall storytimes begins on August 23, 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group Wednesdays With Walt 11:00am–12:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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!	This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Preschool Storytime - Auburn 11:15am–11:45am Babies & Toddlers, Children Registration Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library Room: Auburn Branch Community Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: 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. Registration for all BCLS fall storytimes begins on August 23, 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.
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2 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Sage Book Club 2:00pm–3:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Sage Branch Library Room: Sage Branch Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: Sage Book Club- Everyone Welcome	This event is in the "Adults" group Pinconning Book Club 2:30pm–4:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Pinconning Branch Library Room: Pinconning Branch Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: Join us in person for the book club. Please register at the circulation desk to pick up a copy of the book we will be discussing.				This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Pups & Pages @ Wirt 2:00pm–3:00pm Children, Tweens Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
3 pm				This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Cryptid Crafting 3:30pm–4:30pm Children, Tweens Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Pinconning Branch Library Room: Pinconning Branch Community Room Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Bigfoot? Mothman? Nessie? Register for Pinconning’s Cryptid Crafting to make felt banners featuring your favorite creature. Disclaimer(s) Registration is required. Please register in person, by phone, or online. This event is in the "Everyone" group Chess at the Library 3:30pm–5:00pm Everyone Registration Required This event is in the "Everyone" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Sage Branch Library Room: Sage Branch Community Room Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Other Registration Required Event Details: Open to chess players of all ages. Come for an opportunity to connect with other chess players in our community room over the board. 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 event is in the "Children" group Cancelled Show Me Nutrition-MSU Extension 3:30pm–4:30pm Children Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Pinconning Branch Library Room: Pinconning Branch Community Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Educational Registration Required Event Details: Show Me Nutrition is a nutrition education program for youth. Participants engage in interactive (and yes, snack) activities. The program promotes healthy eating, physical activity and food safety. Disclaimer(s) Please alert staff to any food allergies. Registration is required. Please register in person, by phone, or online.
4 pm				This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Fire Truck Storytime - Auburn 4:30pm–5:30pm Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens Registration Required This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library Age Group: Family, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens Program Type: Educational Registration Required Event Details: Join us at each branch for a meet and greet with local firefighters! Hear a story, learn about fire safety, and climb on board a real fire truck. This program will take place at each of our branches on the following dates: 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.	This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Smoking Cauldron Art 4:00pm–5:00pm Tweens, Teens Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 6-12th are invited to join us to create their own Smoking Cauldron Art- 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.
5 pm			This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Are You Smarter than a Librarian? 5:30pm–6:30pm Children, Tweens Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library Room: Auburn Branch Community Room Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: STEAM Registration Required Event Details: It’s kids versus library staff in this test of trivia knowledge. Join us for our third annual trivia competition! With one win each, who will come out on top? Can you help us take them down and prove that you’re smarter than a librarian? 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 event is in the "Adults" group Romance & Rosé 5:30pm–6:30pm Adults Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Room: Other Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Event Details: Are you a romance reader with no one to talk about your latest read? Join us to dish on your favorite reads and tropes and to get recs from fellow romance readers. 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 event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Pups & Pages - Sage 5:30pm–6:30pm Children, Tweens Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Sage Branch Library Room: Sage Branch Community Room Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Educational Registration Required Event Details: Join us at Sage Library on Wednesday, October 16 for Pups & Pages for ages 4-12! Read to a a certified therapy dog beginning at 5:30 pm. Disclaimer(s) Registration is required. Please register in person, by phone, or online.
6 pm				This event is in the "Adults" group Evening Sessions - Oktoberfest: Pretzels, Polka and Parades! 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library Room: Kantzler Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational, Lectures Registration Required Event Details: 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! Disclaimer(s) Registration is required. Please register in person, by phone, or online. This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Needle Crafters Club 6:00pm–7:30pm Teens, Adults This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library Room: Auburn Fireplace Reading Area Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Other Event Details: Bring your knitting and crochet projects and join us while we work on our projects. Other handwork is welcomed.	This event is in the "Adults" group Be Well Series: Prediabetes 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library Room: Kantzler Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Registration Required Event Details: Prediabetes: What it means and what you can do The Be Well Practical Health and Wellness Series is an ongoing monthly program that offers participants free access to professional education on common health concerns. This event is in the "Everyone" group Sew Crafty 6:00pm–7:30pm Everyone Registration Required This event is in the "Everyone" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library Room: Auburn Branch Community Room Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Please bring your sewing machine or other projects that you would like to start or work on! All crafters are welcome! Disclaimer(s) Registration is required. Please register in person, by phone, or online.