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9 am						This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Tiny Art Show @ WIRT 9:00am–5:00pm 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: Reading Garden Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Artists ages 5-12 years can pick up a tiny art kit starting Friday, May 16. Participants will receive a painting kit from Alice & Jack Wirt Library that includes a 4"x4" canvas and easel, acrylic paints, and brushes.&nbs Disclaimer(s) Registration is required. Please register in person, by phone, or online.
10 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 10:00am–10:30am 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 "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 Spring storytimes begins on Friday, March 7, 2025. Spring storytimes will run for a six-week session, through the week of May 12-16. 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 Spring storytimes begins on Friday, March 7, 2025. Spring storytimes will run for a six-week session, through the week of May 12-16. 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 "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 Spring storytimes begins on Friday, March 7, 2025. Spring storytimes will run for a six-week session, through the week of May 12-16. 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 Spring storytimes begins on Friday, March 7, 2025. Spring storytimes will run for a six-week session, through the week of May 12-16. 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 Toddler 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: 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. Registration for all BCLS Spring storytimes begins on Friday, March 7, 2025. Spring storytimes will run for a six-week session, through the week of May 12-16. 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 Spring storytimes begins on Friday, March 7, 2025. Spring storytimes will run for a six-week session, through the week of May 12-16. 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 - 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 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 Spring storytimes begins on Friday, March 7, 2025. Spring storytimes will run for a six-week session, through the week of May 12-16. 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: Paint a Birdhouse 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: Build and paint your own birdhouse for your feathered friends. 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 could get messy! Please wear old clothes.	This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Pressed Flower Jar 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: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Join us at the Pinconning Branch to make a pressed flower jar. 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.
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 Spring storytimes begins on Friday, March 7, 2025. Spring storytimes will run for a six-week session, through the week of May 12-16. 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 11:30am–12:00pm 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 Spring storytimes begins on Friday, March 7, 2025. Spring storytimes will run for a six-week session, through the week of May 12-16. 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 - 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 Spring storytimes begins on Friday, March 7, 2025. Spring storytimes will run for a six-week session, through the week of May 12-16. 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 Toddler Time! 11:00am–11:45am Babies & Toddlers This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" 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 Program Type: Other 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. Registration not required– drop in and join us! 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.
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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 "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Bake! @ Wirt 2:00pm–2:30pm 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: Educational, Other Registration Required Event Details: Ages 3-5 with an adult. Try out our mobile kitchen with your preschooler. We'll be making banana bread. 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.				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 "Teens" group Clay Pinch Pots with Faith! 3:30pm–4:30pm Teens Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" 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: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Join Faith from Funky Fungi Ceramics as she leads us in making pinch pots. 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	This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Movie Hangout 3:00pm–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: Auburn Area Branch Library Room: Auburn Branch Community Room Age Group: Tweens, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movies Registration Required Event Details: Join us after school for popcorn and a movie! 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. This event is in the "Teens" group Dungeons and Dragons Club 3:30pm–5:30pm Teens Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" 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: Teens Program Type: Other Registration Required 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
4 pm			This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Duct Tape Flower Craft 4:30pm–5:30pm 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: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Learn how to make a whole flower, from stem to petals, all out of duct tape! 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.
5 pm		This event is in the "Everyone" group Living Library 5:00pm–7:00pm Everyone Registration Required This event is in the "Everyone" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library Room: Wirt Lawn Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Educational Registration Required Event Details: Every person has a story to tell, crafted from life experience. Participants will have an opportunity to ask questions and discover shared experiences with storytellers. Curiosity and inquiry are welcomed! 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 event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Mad Scientists: 12 Plant Garden Starters 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: STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Children age 6-12 are invited to join us at Sage Library for Mad Scientists: 12 Plant Garden Starters on Thursday, May 15 @ 5:30 pm. Disclaimer(s) Registration is required. Please register in person, by phone, or online.
6 pm			This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mini Button Bouquet 6:00pm–7:00pm 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: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Join us at the Pinconning Branch to make a mini button bouquet. 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group Cribbage Night 6:00pm–7:00pm 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: Other Event Details: Cribbage Night Stop in and play. If you don't know how, we have people willing to teach. This event is in the "Adults" group Adult Lego Night 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults Registration Required 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: Educational Registration Required Event Details: Are you bummed when all the library lego programs are only open to kiddos? Well this is your time to shine. Come hang out and build with us. All legos provided. 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: Arts & Crafts, 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 "Family" group This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Family Storytime - Wirt 6:30pm–7:00pm 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: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library Room: Children's Program 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 Spring storytimes begins on Friday, March 7, 2025. Spring storytimes will run for a six-week session, through the week of May 12-16. 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 Be Well Series: Stroke Risks and Prevention 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: Be Well: Stroke Risks & Prevention This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Make It!: Food Garden 6:00pm–7:00pm 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: Pinconning Branch Library Room: Pinconning Branch Community Room Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Other Registration Required Event Details: Register at the Pinconning Branch to plant and start either a pizza or salad garden! Disclaimer(s) Registration is required. Please register in person, by phone, or online. This could get messy! Please wear old clothes.