Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs. The story time will end with an activity or a simple craft. Come read, sing, and dance with us for a storytime all about the fall season! We will have stories, rhymes, and songs about everything fall AND enjoy a fun craft creating an animal collage out of […]
Learn more: Story Time September - May Tuesdays at 11 AM
Do you love zombies? Here is a zombie craft to keep you busy during non-zombie apocalypse times. Create a cute doll using thread, buttons and fabric. Some sewing will be required. Assistance will be available. Please arrive at your designated start time. This craft will take the full time allotted. Join us in the Orchard […]
Come join us at The Wild Pumpkin! Everyone who stops by will receive FREE admission, a cup of cider, fresh donut, and access to the play area. We can’t wait to see you there! Questions? Email our Community Relations team at [email protected]. Learn more: MEMBERS FIRST FAMILY DAYS AT THE PUMPKIN PATCH October 10, 2023 […]
RSVP: Call 989-755-8402 Tuesdays at 3:15-4:45 PM
Do you love zombies? Here is a zombie craft to keep you busy during non-zombie apocalypse times. Create a cute doll using thread, buttons and fabric. Some sewing will be required. Assistance will be available. Please arrive at your designated start time. This craft will take the full time allotted. Join us in the Orchard […]
Children ages 3-12 are invited to join us to paint a ceramic pumpkin and take it home right away! Register: PAINT A CERAMIC PUMPKIN Tuesday, October 10, 2023 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Join us each week in the Carolyn R. Otto Family Literacy Center for songs, fingerplays, stories and activities! Storytimes are for ages 2-5, but all are welcome! Our activities are open-ended and engaging so all children can participate. Each week children also receive a free book to take home to help build their personal library. […]
Learn more: RAISING READER ACADEMY Wednesdays from 3:30 - 5 PM
Afterschool Program with Bay County 4H. Age: 1st to 5th Grade Description: Engineering is fun, but mixing in history makes it amazing! This FREE program will challenge your child to construct their own bridge using specific items. Once completed, each structure will be tested for strength. Throughout the hour, they will learn and hear stories […]
Grandma's Pumpkin Patch is open seasonally in the fall. Our patch is a destination for fall, family fun with activities, a corn maze, donuts and pumpkins! Kidland Play Yard is filled with fun activities and the cost to enter is $7.00 per person (1 and under free). Learn more: GRANDMA'S PUMPKIN PATCH Sept 23rd - […]
RSVP: call 989-755-8402 or email [email protected] RSVP: RAISING READERS ACADEMY Thursdays at 5 - 6:30 PM
Register: Call 989-667-3240 or email Kayla at [email protected] BAISD LLC Bay schedule Monday 9 - 10:15 AM & Wednesday 5:30 - 6:45 PM
Our family storytime will feature a fireman from the Midland Fire Department! Listen to a story, learn about fire safety and see the fireman dressed in uniform. At the end of the program, a fire engine with it's crew will be parked at the library for families to see. This program is geared for ages […]
Stories, music, movement and rhymes that develop early literacy skills and encourage everyone in the family to share their love of reading. Ages 6 & under + participating caregiver. This program will take place IN-PERSON at the Wirt Branch Library. Should health regulations change, in-person programs may switch to Zoom. You will be notified of […]
Passes valid for children 10 years old and younger. Skate rental due at admission. Cannot be used towards group rates or birthday parties. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Only one pass is eligible per child, disregard extra pass sent per child. Session dates and times subject to change. Register: KIDS SKATE FREE Wednesday […]
Decorate a craft pumpkin using paint and miscellaneous holiday riffraff! Register here: TEEN NIGHT Dr. Kurumety Meeting Room Wednesday, October 11, 2023 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Ted Reuschel, from the Michigan Botanical Society and state coordinator of the Michigan Big Tree program, will present how trees are measured and scored, how records are kept, and how trees might become candidates for their register. Ted also will discuss the ReLeaf Michigan program which conducts a big tree hunt contest every two years. […]
BAISD LLC Arenac Schedule - Thursdays at 10 - 11:15 AM
Join us and create your own zombie Barbie doll! All supplies provided! Register: ZOMBIE BARBIES Thursday, October 12, 2023 4:00pm - 5:00pm
This class takes place at 5501 Jefferson Ave. Join the artists of Creative 360 for all kinds of afterschool art fun. Ceramics, acting, painting, sewing, mixed media and more! All classes are taught by practicing artists. Each week, we have a unique creative arts experience for children ages 5 -10. Experiences include visual arts, movement […]
A fire truck is visiting the library! In October, we’ll celebrate and meet local firefighters at each BCLS branch! Hear a story, learn about fire safety, and climb on board a real fire truck. Register: TOUCH A TRUCK Thursday, October 12, 2023 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Join us for Pajama StoryTime with Molly the Therapy Dog! Kids are invited to wear pajamas (if they wish) and bring a stuffed toy. We'll read a story together and meet Molly. Learn more: PAJAMAS STORYTIME Thu, October 12, 6:30pm – 7:15pm
Register: SCRUMPTIOUS SEAWEED October 12 at 6:30 - 7:45 PM
This program is designed for parents to take a guided walk with their child, learn about the outdoors and learn ways to introduce children to the natural world around them. Meet at the Visitor Center. FREE | Ages: 6 mos-2 yrs w/adult Learn More: WEE STROLL 2nd Friday of the month April-Oct, 9:30-10:30 am
Events and times subject to change without notice. For most accurate information, please contact event organizers directly.