All across the Great Lakes basin, there is a renewed interest in the health of the Lakes, and an increased awareness of the importance of this fresh water resource to the social and economic vitality of North America. Dubbed 'inland seas' by early European explorers, the Great Lakes have some of the most spectacular wilderness […]
Have you ever wanted to learn how to cross-stitch? Now is your chance! Meet with Marlene the Teen Department Head to learn how to cross-stitch and take a craft home with you. Register: INTRODUCTION TO CROSS-STITCH Thursday, November 7, 2024 3:30pm - 4:30pm
1st and 3rd Thursdays from 4:00pm-5:00pm Learn more: BOOKS AND BEYOND
This program will offer a selection of winter themed items ready for a splash of color! Participants will learn optional techniques for painting these textured designs, see a variety of finished examples, then get creative on their own pottery! Painterly Pottery will provide all the supplies for this ceramics workshop. Items will be fired in […]
Learn more: BOOKWORM BUDDIES
Join us at Sage Library for Tween Hang Out: Taste Test Challenge on Thursday, November 7 at 5:30 pm. For children ages 8-12. Prepare to push your taste buds! In a blind tasting event you will decide which snacks have the best flavor. Registration is required. If you need assistance with registration please call 989-892-8555 […]
Schomaker Farms and Saginaw 4-H Michigan State University are teaming up to offer a 12-month farm education learning series in 2024. Each month will offer a different learning topic and hands-on activity. Youth will be fully immersed in the farming experience! Schedule Date: October 10 Time: 5:45-6:45pm Pumpkins – Take a hayride to the pumpkin […]
Register to make a fall craft at the Pinconning Branch-choose between a ceramic turkey to paint or a light-up fall lantern! Register; PICK & CHOOSE FALL CRAFT Thursday, November 7, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Visit Discovery Guide Alexis on the museum floor to check out cool sensory activities. 10:30AM to 11:30AM Learn more: SENSORY SPOT
Join us Sage Library for Little Wigglers on Friday, November 8 or 15 @10:30 am! For children that are walking ages 5 and under + Adult Move and dance our wiggles out at a fun musical program. Call 989-892-8555 opt 4 for registration assistance. We look forward to seeing you! Register: LITTLE WIGGLERS Friday, November […]
Bring your babies for a fun morning of fall crafts, a sensory area, and snacks. Coffee and snacks provided for grown-ups as well. Register: FALL BABIES & TODDLERS Friday, November 8, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am
Learn more by emailing [email protected] 2nd Fridays September - June at 1 PM
Travel to ancient Egypt to see how science was used to tell time, make a workable calendar and align huge buildings. You’ll learn about the connection the ancient Egyptians felt with the stars and various astronomical phenomena, and experience some of the most spectacular temples and tombs of the ancient world recreated in all their […]
This a unique opportunity for area homeschool families with children of all ages to come together, do some activities or crafts and socialize. Homeschool Hangout is held in the Gladwin Children's Library and the upstairs large meeting room. Learn more: HOMESCHOOL HANGOUT June 7 from 2:30-4:00pm June 21 from 2:30-4:00pm July 5th from 2:30-4:00pm
Join us for a night of fun! We will be making Chocolate Dipped Oreos, Graveyard Dirt Cups, and Frog Breath Punch! Then afterwards we move to the pool for the movie! 4:30 PM–6:00 PM Chocolate Dipped Oreos, Graveyard Dirt Cups, and Frog Breath Punch Children 7 years old and under need an adult for this […]
Learn more: CRIBBAGE
The vastness of our planet’s oceans guards unimaginable secrets. One of its most precious is Kaluoka’hina, The Enchanted Reef whose magic protects it against humans finding it. Kaluoka’hina’s colorful inhabitants live in peace until the volcano erupts, and the spell is broken. Now it’s up to Jake, the young saw fish, and his paranoid pal, […]
Families with young children. Celebrate Dino-vember with dinosaur games, crafts and temporary tattoos! No registration is required. Learn more: DINOSAUR PARTY Saturday, November 9, 2024 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. New stars are created every day, born of vast clouds of gas and dust. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to […]
For more information email [email protected]. 2nd Mondays October - June 10:30 AM
Come join us for painting at the museum! A different form of painting every session! https://www.facebook.com/events/1320001875372702/?event_time_id=1320001892039367 Learn more: DISCOVER PAINTING Weekly on Mondays 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Build together, family fun! What will you create with open-ended interactive building materials? Blue Blocks, Fort Build, Kinex, and more for you to BUILD with. No Registration Required. Learn more: BUILD AND PLAY Monday, November 11, 2024 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Events and times subject to change without notice. For most accurate information, please contact event organizers directly.