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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 1/12–1/17
Children, Tweens
Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
Jan 12
-
17
2026

B.A.M! Subscription Box for 4th-5th Graders

All Day 1/12–1/17
Virtual
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

January's theme is Fantasy!

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.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Pop Culture Boxes: Grades 6-12

All Day 1/12–1/17
Tweens, Teens
Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Jan 12
-
17
2026

Pop Culture Boxes: Grades 6-12

All Day 1/12–1/17
Virtual
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Tweens, 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)

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

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.

10 am
This event is in the "Adults" group

Knitting Solutions (2nd Floor)

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan 13 2026 Tue

Knitting Solutions (2nd Floor)

10:00am–12:00pm
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.

This event is in the "Children" group

A is for Art: Paint with Snow

10:30am–11:30am
Children
Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan 16 2026 Fri

A is for Art: Paint with Snow

10:30am–11:30am
Auburn Area Branch Library
Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library
Room: Auburn Branch Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

The weather may be frightful, but our paintings are snow delightful! Learn how to make a special “snow” puffy paint and create your own wintery masterpiece.

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 "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Young Scientists: Ice Melt and Insta Snow

10:30am–11:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Registration Required
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan 16 2026 Fri

Young Scientists: Ice Melt and Insta Snow

10:30am–11:30am
Sage Branch Library
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us at Sage Branch Library for Young Scientists: Ice Melt and Insta Snow!

Friday, January 16 @ 10:30 am for children ages 2-5 with the adult as the assistant! 

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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Junk Journaling 101

10:00am–12:00pm
Teens, Adults
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan 17 2026 Sat

Junk Journaling 101

10:00am–12:00pm
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational
Event Details:

Learn how to make a journal out of 'junk' materials from your recycling bin.

11 am
12 pm
1 pm
2 pm
3 pm
This event is in the "Teens" group

Arts & Snacks! Cookie Decorating!

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group
Jan 13 2026 Tue

Arts & Snacks! Cookie Decorating!

3:30pm–4:30pm
Sage Branch Library
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movies, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we make cookies look great.

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

Please alert staff to any food allergies.

4 pm
This event is in the "Children" group

Winter Olympics - Auburn

4:30pm–5:30pm
Children
Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan 13 2026 Tue

Winter Olympics - Auburn

4:30pm–5:30pm
Auburn Area Branch Library
Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library
Room: Auburn Branch Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Families get ready for an action-packed indoor winter sports adventure with our Winter Olympics program!  Kids will get to participate in fun, creative winter sport events and crafts.

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

No-Sew Sock Snowman Craft

4:00pm–5:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Registration Required
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Jan 15 2026 Thu

No-Sew Sock Snowman Craft

4:00pm–5:00pm
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
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. 

Join us to create your own no-sew sock snowman craft.  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

Tween Hang Out: Perler Beads

5:30pm–6:30pm
Children, Tweens
Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
Jan 15 2026 Thu

Tween Hang Out: Perler Beads

5:30pm–6:30pm
Sage Branch Library
Library Branch: Sage Branch Library
Room: Sage Branch Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us at Sage Library for Tween Hang Out: Perler Beads on Thursday, January 15 at 5:30 pm.

For children ages 8-12. Learn how to make perler bead creations. Take supplies home to teach your family!

Registration is required.

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.

6 pm
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Diamond Art Bookmarks

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan 13 2026 Tue

Diamond Art Bookmarks

6:00pm–7:00pm
Pinconning Branch Library
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 diamond art bookmarks. 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 "Children" group

Pinconning - Winter Olympics

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children
Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan 15 2026 Thu

Pinconning - Winter Olympics

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

Families get ready for an action-packed indoor winter sports adventure with our Winter Olympics program!  Kids will get to participate in fun, creative winter sport events and crafts.

Recommended for ages 0-12.

Disclaimer(s)

Please register each person individually, including adults.

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

This could get messy! Please wear old clothes.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Podcasting for Beginners: A Workshop with Alex the Greek

6:00pm–7:30pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Registration Required
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan 15 2026 Thu

Podcasting for Beginners: A Workshop with Alex the Greek

6:00pm–7:30pm
Auburn Area Branch Library
Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library
Room: Auburn Branch Community Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Lectures, STEAM, Technology Class, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

This is the first session in a three-part workshop with Alex Alexandrou (Alex the Greek). Sign up for one or all three sessions and start your podcasting journey! Q&A opportunities will be available throughout each session.

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.

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Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library

9:00am-5:00pm
(989) 893-9566

500 Center Ave
Bay City, MI 48708
United States

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Sun: 1:00pm-5:00pm
Mon-Thu: 10:00am-8:00pm
Fri-Sat: 9:00am-5:00pm

Auburn Area Branch Library

9:00am-5:00pm
(989) 662-2381

235 W. Midland Rd.
Auburn, MI 48611
United States

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Sun-Mon: Closed
Tue-Thu: 10:00am-8:00pm
Fri-Sat: 9:00am-5:00pm

Pinconning Branch Library

9:00am-5:00pm
(989) 879-3283

218 Kaiser Street
Pinconning, MI 48650
United States

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Sun-Mon: Closed
Tue-Thu: 10:00am-8:00pm
Fri-Sat: 9:00am-5:00pm

Sage Branch Library

9:00am-5:00pm
(989) 892-8555

100 E. Midland St
Bay City, MI 48706
United States

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Sun: Closed
Mon-Tue: 9:00am-5:00pm
Wed-Thu: 12:00pm-8:00pm
Fri: 9:00am-5:00pm
Sat: Closed

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500 Center Ave
Bay City, MI 48708
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