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BCLS Closed

All Day
Jan 19 2026 Mon
Closing

BCLS Closed

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

All BCLS branches and the Bookmobile are closed in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

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

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

Middle Pages Loot Boxes: Grades 6-8

All Day 1/20–1/27
Tweens, Teens
Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Jan 20
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27
2026

Middle Pages Loot Boxes: Grades 6-8

All Day 1/20–1/27
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)

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.

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 "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
Jan 20 2026 Tue

Preschool Storytime - Sage

10:00am–10:30am
Sage Branch Library
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 Winter storytimes begins on Friday, December 5, 2025. Fall storytimes will run for a seven-week session, through the week of January 5-February 20, 2026.

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
Jan 20 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 "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
Jan 21 2026 Wed

Preschool Storytime - Auburn

10:15am–10:45am
Auburn Area Branch Library
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 Winter storytimes begins on Friday, December 5, 2025. Fall storytimes will run for a seven-week session, through the week of January 5-February 20, 2026.

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
Jan 21 2026 Wed

Family Storytime - Pinconning

10:30am–11:00am
Pinconning Branch Library
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 Friday, August 29, 2025. Fall storytimes will run for a seven-week session, through the week of November 10-14.

Other BCLS Family Storytimes are held on the following days/times:

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
Jan 21 2026 Wed

Toddler Storytime - Wirt

10:30am–11:00am
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
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 Winter storytimes begins on Friday, December 5, 2025. Fall storytimes will run for a seven-week session, through the week of January 5-February 20, 2026.

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
Jan 22 2026 Thu

Baby Storytime - Auburn

10:15am–10:45am
Auburn Area Branch Library
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 Winter storytimes begins on Friday, December 5, 2025. Fall storytimes will run for a seven-week session, through the week of January 5-February 20, 2026.

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
Jan 22 2026 Thu

Preschool Storytime - Wirt

10:30am–11:00am
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
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 Winter storytimes begins on Friday, December 5, 2025. Fall storytimes will run for a seven-week session, through the week of January 5-February 20, 2026.

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

Playdate @ WIRT

10:00am–11:00am
Babies & Toddlers
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
Jan 23 2026 Fri

Playdate @ WIRT

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

Play Date

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

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.

Reservation

Saint John Sharing Group

10:30am–12:30pm
Jan 23 2026 Fri

Saint John Sharing Group

10:30am–12:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Second Floor Community Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

sharing meeting

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

Valentine Wreath

10:00am–11:30am
Teens, Adults
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan 24 2026 Sat

Valentine Wreath

10:00am–11:30am
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 a Valentine wreath. 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
Jan 20 2026 Tue

Baby Storytime - Sage

11:00am–11:30am
Sage Branch Library
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 Winter storytimes begins on Friday, December 5, 2025. Fall storytimes will run for a seven-week session, through the week of January 5-February 20, 2026.

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
Jan 21 2026 Wed

Preschool Storytime - Wirt

11:30am–12:00pm
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
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 Winter storytimes begins on Friday, December 5, 2025. Fall storytimes will run for a seven-week session, through the week of January 5-February 20, 2026.

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
Jan 22 2026 Thu

Preschool Storytime - Auburn

11:15am–11:45am
Auburn Area Branch Library
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 Winter storytimes begins on Friday, December 5, 2025. Fall storytimes will run for a seven-week session, through the week of January 5-February 20, 2026.

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.

12 pm
1 pm
2 pm
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

Craft Buffet @ WIRT

2:00pm–4:00pm
Family, Children, Tweens
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
Jan 20 2026 Tue

Craft Buffet @ WIRT

2:00pm–4:00pm
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Family, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Ages 0-12 with an adult.

Drop in to the children's program room to create a craft of your choice.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Pinconning Book Club

2:30pm–4:00pm
Adults
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan 20 2026 Tue

Pinconning Book Club

2:30pm–4:00pm
Pinconning Branch Library
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 "Adults" group

Computers for Absolute Beginners

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan 21 2026 Wed

Computers for Absolute Beginners

2:00pm–3:00pm
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Second Floor Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you have little to no experience with computers? Great! This class will familiarize you with the basic components and functions of computers.

This event is in the "Children" group

Winter Olympics @ WIRT

2:00pm–3:00pm
Children
Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan 24 2026 Sat

Winter Olympics @ WIRT

2:00pm–3:00pm
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Kantzler 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.

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.

3 pm
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Gamer Club

3:00pm–4:30pm
Children, Tweens, Teens
Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Jan 21 2026 Wed

Gamer Club

3:00pm–4:30pm
Auburn Area Branch Library
Library Branch: Auburn Area Branch Library
Room: Auburn Branch Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Play
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you love gaming? Come join your fellow gamers in snacks, and some fun Wii and Switch games! You decide which games we play!

Registration is not required, but encouraged if you would like to receive reminder notifications. 

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 "Everyone" group

Chess at the Library

3:30pm–5:00pm
Everyone
Registration Required
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Jan 21 2026 Wed

Chess at the Library

3:30pm–5:00pm
Sage Branch Library
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.

4 pm
5 pm
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

Clay Snowman

5:30pm–6:30pm
Children, Tweens
Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
Jan 20 2026 Tue

Clay Snowman

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

It’s wonderful weather to make a snowman together with you! Have fun creating your own snowman out of air dry clay!

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
Jan 20 2026 Tue

Romance & Rosé

5:30pm–6:30pm
Off Site
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
Jan 21 2026 Wed

Pups & Pages - Sage

5:30pm–6:30pm
Sage Branch Library
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, January 21 for Pups & Pages!

Children ages 4-12 will 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.

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

Mad Scientists: Human Reflexes

5:30pm–6:30pm
Children, Tweens
Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
Jan 22 2026 Thu

Mad Scientists: Human Reflexes

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, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children age 6-12 are invited to join us at Sage Library for Mad Scientists: Human Reflexes on Thursday, January 22 @ 5:30 pm. 

We will put our reflexes to the test with fun physical challenges!

Disclaimer(s)

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

6 pm
This event is in the "Adults" group

Financial Wellness-Fraud Prevention

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan 20 2026 Tue

Financial Wellness-Fraud Prevention

6:00pm–7:00pm
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Library Branch: Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Room: Kantzler Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Lectures, Wellness, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

 

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

Life Booster Series: Essential Oils with Jean

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan 20 2026 Tue

Life Booster Series: Essential Oils with Jean

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 learn about essential oils. 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

Evening Sessions: Tri-City Wood Carvers

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan 21 2026 Wed

Evening Sessions: Tri-City Wood Carvers

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

Evening Sessions

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)

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 "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
Jan 21 2026 Wed

Family Storytime - Wirt

6:30pm–7:00pm
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
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 Winter storytimes begins on Friday, December 5, 2025. Fall storytimes will run for a seven-week session, through the week of January 5-February 20, 2026.

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

Read & Create! "Stone Soup" by Annie Parsons

6:00pm–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
Jan 22 2026 Thu

Read & Create! "Stone Soup" by Annie Parsons

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

Make stories come alive with creativity!

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 could get messy! Please wear old clothes.

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Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library

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(989) 893-9566

500 Center Ave
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235 W. Midland Rd.
Auburn, MI 48611
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218 Kaiser Street
Pinconning, MI 48650
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