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Christmas PJ Party

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Dorsch Memorial Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, General, Storytime & Playgroups
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Join us at the Dorsch Memorial Branch to enjoy some hot chocolate, play games, make some crafts and enjoy a book, all while wearing our pj’s!  Space is limited, so please regi...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Dorsch Memorial Branch
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General, Storytime & Playgroups
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Join us at the Dorsch Memorial Branch to enjoy some hot chocolate, play games, make some crafts and enjoy a book, all while wearing our pj’s!  Space is limited, so please register for this event.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergens

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Accordingly, the library will not be liable for such harm to any individual resulting from such allergens.

unfinished crochet flowerpot

UFO

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Library at Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us as we hunt down our UnFinished (craft) Objects. Dig out that project you haven't had a chance to finish, or that crochet project that's run into a snag.  Bring a friend, an...

Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us as we hunt down our UnFinished (craft) Objects.

Small Fries Friday

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Area at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Educational, General, Music, Storytime & Playgroups
Age Group:
Preschool, Children
Event Details:

Join us each week for a sampling of learning and literacy fun for those 3-6 years old.11/8 – Storybook Snacks11/15 – Tiny Yoga11/22 – Turkey Arts & Crafts11/29 – NO PROGRAM12/6...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, General, Music, Storytime & Playgroups
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Join us each week for a sampling of learning and literacy fun for those 3-6 years old.

Disclaimer(s)

Weather Closing Statement

If area schools are closed due to inclement weather or weather-related incidences, all library youth programs will be canceled that day.  

If schools are delayed due to inclement weather or weather-related incidences, all library youth programs scheduled after the delay period will take place at their regular times.

If in doubt, always feel free to touch base with your local branch to see what events are taking place.

cookie decorating at Dundee

'Tis The Season Cookie Decorating Party

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Downstairs Programming Area at Dundee Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Reserve you spot for you and your family to spend the morning decorating holiday cookies.Each registration is per group. You will receive one kit for your group. Each kit will cont...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Dundee Branch
Room: Downstairs Programming Area
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Reserve you spot for you and your family to spend the morning decorating holiday cookies.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergens

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Accordingly, the library will not be liable for such harm to any individual resulting from such allergens.

cookie decorating at Dundee

'Tis The Season Cookie Decorating Party

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 9:45am - 10:45am
Downstairs Programming Area at Dundee Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Reserve you spot for you and your family to spend the morning decorating holiday cookies.Each registration is per group. You will receive one kit for your group. Each kit will cont...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Dundee Branch
Room: Downstairs Programming Area
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Reserve you spot for you and your family to spend the morning decorating holiday cookies.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergens

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Accordingly, the library will not be liable for such harm to any individual resulting from such allergens.

snowman

Super Second Saturday - Winter Scenes

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Library at Maybee Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, General
Age Group:
Children, Family
Event Details:

Super Second Saturday is a fun, monthly event for the whole family.  Come to the library for a variety of activities based around a monthly theme.  Activities may include...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Super Second Saturday is a fun, monthly event for the whole family.  Come to the library for a variety of activities based around a monthly theme.  Activities may include books, crafts, hands-on fun and a few surprises!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

cookie decorating at Dundee

'Tis The Season Cookie Decorating Party

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:45am - 12:00pm
Downstairs Programming Area at Dundee Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Reserve you spot for you and your family to spend the morning decorating holiday cookies.Each registration is per group. You will receive one kit for your group. Each kit will cont...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Dundee Branch
Room: Downstairs Programming Area
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Reserve you spot for you and your family to spend the morning decorating holiday cookies.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergens

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Accordingly, the library will not be liable for such harm to any individual resulting from such allergens.

Cookie Decorating for Kids

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Carleton Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Calling all kids that like to frost and decorate sugar cookies.  Each child registered will have an opportunity to create their own eatable art.  Registration is required...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Carleton Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Calling all kids that like to frost and decorate sugar cookies.  Each child registered will have an opportunity to create their own eatable art.  

Registration is required for each child and space is limited.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

Food Allergens

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Accordingly, the library will not be liable for such harm to any individual resulting from such allergens.

Make Crafts Happen

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 11:00am - 4:00pm
Community Room at Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Do you like to craft but have too many distractions at home? Bring your projects to the Frenchtown-Dixie Library to work on them. Don't have a current project? There might be some ...

Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Do you like to craft but have too many distractions at home? Bring your projects to the Frenchtown-Dixie Library to work on them. Don't have a current project?

snowman

Super Second Saturday - Winter Scenes

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Library at Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, General
Age Group:
Children, Family
Event Details:

Super Second Saturday is a fun, monthly event for the whole family.  Come to the library for a variety of activities based around a monthly theme.  Activities may include...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Super Second Saturday is a fun, monthly event for the whole family.  Come to the library for a variety of activities based around a monthly theme.  Activities may include books, crafts, hands-on fun and a few surprises!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

Silly Ornament Take and Make

All Day 12/16 - 12/21
Maybee Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take and Make
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Grab a silly ornament kit from the library to make at home!  No registration needed, but supplies are limited.

Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take and Make
Event Details:

Grab a silly ornament kit from the library to make at home!  No registration needed, but supplies are limited.

Monroe Michigan Crochet Club

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Programming Room at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Join our free club! Sit back relax and chit chat with friends while we crochet or knit our current projects! Learn some new techniques or share! There will be supplies available if...

Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Programming Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join our free club! Sit back relax and chit chat with friends while we crochet or knit our current projects! Learn some new techniques or share! There will be supplies available if you are new to crochet and someone can help you learn!

After School Adventures

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Library at Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Educational
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

After School Adventures takes place every Monday that school is in session.  We'll enjoy a variety of activities, including Dia de los Muertos, Thanksgiving and pumpkin fun, s...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

After School Adventures takes place every Monday that school is in session.  We'll enjoy a variety of activities, including Dia de los Muertos, Thanksgiving and pumpkin fun, seasonal STEM challenges, and holiday arts and crafts!

Disclaimer(s)

Weather Closing Statement

If area schools are closed due to inclement weather or weather-related incidences, all library youth programs will be canceled that day.  

If schools are delayed due to inclement weather or weather-related incidences, all library youth programs scheduled after the delay period will take place at their regular times.

If in doubt, always feel free to touch base with your local branch to see what events are taking place.

Stem Station at Ellis

STEM Station

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Chapter Book Area at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Educational, General, Technology
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

STEM Station (SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATH) is a fun program that ties books and science together.  Listen to stories and then participate in fun, hands-on...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Chapter Book Area
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Educational, General, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

STEM Station (SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATH) is a fun program that ties books and science together.  Listen to stories and then participate in fun, hands-on science and engineering activities. 

Disclaimer(s)

Weather Closing Statement

If area schools are closed due to inclement weather or weather-related incidences, all library youth programs will be canceled that day.  

If schools are delayed due to inclement weather or weather-related incidences, all library youth programs scheduled after the delay period will take place at their regular times.

If in doubt, always feel free to touch base with your local branch to see what events are taking place.

Reindeer Craft

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Robert A. Vivian Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

If you are looking for something different to do, join us at the Vivian Branch Library and create a holiday reindeer to add to your holiday displays. Supplies are limited so please...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Robert A. Vivian Branch
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

If you are looking for something different to do, join us at the Vivian Branch Library and create a holiday reindeer to add to your holiday displays. Supplies are limited so please register everyone separately.   

Adult Crafts

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Library at Erie Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Erie Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
snowman ornament dundee

Snowman Ornament Workshop

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Downstairs Programming Area at Dundee Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, General
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

We will making a snowman ornament on a wood base! Registration Required.We will be painting. Please make sure you wear clothes that you are okay if paint gets on them.

Required
Library Branch: Dundee Branch
Room: Downstairs Programming Area
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

We will making a snowman ornament on a wood base! Registration Required.

We will be painting. Please make sure you wear clothes that you are okay if paint gets on them.

Color Creators

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 2:45pm - 3:45pm
Children's Round Room at Bedford Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Organizations using the Library
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

All tween and teens are welcome to come be creative with us after school each Tuesday! Come and draw with us. No registration required.

Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Children's Round Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Organizations using the Library
Event Details:

All tween and teens are welcome to come be creative with us after school each Tuesday! Come and draw with us. No registration required.

Crafting and Chatting

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Maybee Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Bring your unfinished craft projects in to work on among friends.  Share your knowledge and learn something new. Coloring pages will be available for those who are in between ...

Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Bring your unfinished craft projects in to work on among friends.  Share your knowledge and learn something new. Coloring pages will be available for those who are in between projects. 
 

Illustrator's Workshop

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at Ida Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool, Children
Event Details:

Join us each week as we explore the word of art in children's books. We'll learn about different artists and how they make the art that they do. Then, we'll try out their technique...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Ida Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Join us each week as we explore the word of art in children's books. We'll learn about different artists and how they make the art that they do. Then, we'll try out their techniques for ourselves!

Disclaimer(s)

Weather Closing Statement

If area schools are closed due to inclement weather or weather-related incidences, all library youth programs will be canceled that day.  

If schools are delayed due to inclement weather or weather-related incidences, all library youth programs scheduled after the delay period will take place at their regular times.

If in doubt, always feel free to touch base with your local branch to see what events are taking place.

Example ornament

Make Your Own Upcycled Greeting Card Ornaments!

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room at Ida Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Event Details:

Make a new Holiday Ornament from recycled Greeting Cards! Feel free to bring your own cards or use some of ours!

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Ida Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Details:

Make a new Holiday Ornament from recycled Greeting Cards! Feel free to bring your own cards or use some of ours!

Disclaimer(s)

Weather Closing Statement

If area schools are closed due to inclement weather or weather-related incidences, all library youth programs will be canceled that day.  

If schools are delayed due to inclement weather or weather-related incidences, all library youth programs scheduled after the delay period will take place at their regular times.

If in doubt, always feel free to touch base with your local branch to see what events are taking place.

Exploring with Paint

Exploring with Paint

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Robert A. Vivian Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Looking for something new to do?Join us on the 4th Wednesday of the month from 4pm – 6pm at the Vivian Branch Library.We will explore your hidden talents with paint!All supplies wi...

Library Branch: Robert A. Vivian Branch
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Looking for something new to do?

Join us on the 4th Wednesday of the month from 4pm – 6pm at the Vivian Branch Library.

We will explore your hidden talents with paint!

All supplies will be provided.

Sit! Chat! Finish That!

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Blue Bush Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Spend an evening finishing those projects you have stored away for a later day. You can learn new things or just enjoy your project while chatting with others.  Someone might ...

Library Branch: Blue Bush Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Spend an evening finishing those projects you have stored away for a later day. You can learn new things or just enjoy your project while chatting with others.

wooden bead ornament

Adult Craft Night

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Library at South Rockwood Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Swing by the South Rockwood Library to make an adorable wooden bead wreath ornament. This project is for adults 18 years and older. This craft must be done here at the library. All...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: South Rockwood Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Swing by the South Rockwood Library to make an adorable wooden bead wreath ornament. This project is for adults 18 years and older. This craft must be done here at the library. All supplies will be provided!