It's a Family Scavenger Hunt! Use your library skills to find books and learn your way around the library. Compete with other families to see who finishes first! All families who complete the scavenger hunt will get to choose a book to take home! This is a drop in program, no registration is required. Learn […]
The Bay City Santa House is located in a log cabin inside Veterans Memorial Park in Bay City, Michigan. Visitors don't get bored while waiting their turn to visit with Santa, as there are fascinating animated displays throughout each of the rooms. A popular one is the kitchen where elves are busy making cookies and […]
Learn more: SANTA HOUSE
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 […]
Someone has stolen all the holiday presents! Can your team solve the mystery and recover the presents in time? This event is free and open to the public. RSVP: Call the library at (989) 465-6398 to reserve a spot for your team. December 7, 8 & 9 - Call to book time
Come spend an hour learning about nature! The hour will include a story, crafts, and other age-appropriate activities. FREE | Ages: 3-5 w/adult Learn More: STORY HOUR November 16 & December 7 at 9:30 AM & 11 AM
BAISD LLC Arenac Schedule - Thursdays at 10 - 11:15 AM
Come spend an hour learning about nature! The hour will include a story, crafts, and other age-appropriate activities. FREE | Ages: 3-5 w/adult Learn More: STORY HOUR November 16 & December 7 at 9:30 AM & 11 AM
Celebrate the season with a visit to The Pines of Dow Gardens this December! Majestic trees, and rolling winter landscape surround this 1899 National Historic Landmark. Fresh garland and stories of Christmas past delight the senses as you tour the home and learn about Dow family traditions. Cost: Adults $5.00 + admission. Children (and students […]
Celebrate the season with a visit to The Pines of Dow Gardens this December! Majestic trees, and rolling winter landscape surround this 1899 National Historic Landmark. Fresh garland and stories of Christmas past delight the senses as you tour the home and learn about Dow family traditions. Cost: Adults $5.00 + admission. Children (and students […]
Two hundred miles north of the Arctic Circle, near the jagged tips of Norway’s crown, the Sun does not set for weeks on end during the summer months, and the midnight sun bounces off fields of midsummer snow. This Dome360 film features the Sami People of northern Scandinavia as they follow the reindeer migrations, much […]
Do you have a 2nd or 3rd grader that loves to read? We have a book club just for kids! Children in grades 2-3 can read whatever they choose and then come to the library to talk about it, and enjoy a snack! Attend 5 book clubs and get a free book! This program will […]
Live Reindeer at the library! See the live reindeer outside of the library, then come in to warm up and create a craft in the community room. Family fun for all ages! No registration required. Camera use is encouraged! Learn more: REINDEER Thursday, December 7, 2023 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Get ready to make your holidays bright at Dow Gardens! Stroll the gently-lit pathway, meet Santa’s reindeer (December 7 - 9), and listen to carolers sing the songs of the season. Travelin’ Toms will be on site with warm beverages for purchase. No admission is charged for these free old-fashioned evenings of candlelight and music. […]
December 7th 5:30pm-7:30pm Learn more: SOUP WITH SANTA
The Bay City Santa House is located in a log cabin inside Veterans Memorial Park in Bay City, Michigan. Visitors don't get bored while waiting their turn to visit with Santa, as there are fascinating animated displays throughout each of the rooms. A popular one is the kitchen where elves are busy making cookies and […]
Learn more: SANTA HOUSE
Drop by the Homestead and enjoy an early evening relaxing by the camp fire, listen to tales of how settlers and animals adapt to survive a cold winter. FREE | All Ages, under 18 w/adult Learn more: STORIES BY THE FIRE 12/7/2023 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Matt Ferranti Matt Ferranti, a multi-talented entertainer, guitarist, and songwriter, knows the importance of hard work and taking advantage of every opportunity. Hailing from Bay City, Michigan, Ferranti grew up performing contemporary Christian music at his Dad’s church before developing his signature blend of Country fused with Detroit R&B. With a move to Nashville in […]
Someone has stolen all the holiday presents! Can your team solve the mystery and recover the presents in time? This event is free and open to the public. RSVP: Call the library at (989) 465-6398 to reserve a spot for your team. December 7, 8 & 9 - Call to book time
BAISD Career Center Schedule - Friday at 9:30 - 10:45 PM
Join us for drop-in jungle gym hours. Take a tumble, flip out and drop by for some fun! Ages 6 & under. $6/child. 1 hour time slots. No registration needed! Learn More: JUNGLE GYM Monday, Wednesday & Friday 10 AM - 12 PM Saturday 4 - 5:30 PM
Learn more: HOLIDAY FAMILY FILM FEST
Visit the Youth Services Story Room to meet other parents and caregivers, enjoy play time with your little ones, and participate in early literacy activities. Learn more: PRE-K LEARN AND PLAY Friday, November 17, 2023 10:00am - 2:00pn Friday, December 8, 2023 10:00am - 2:00pm
Celebrate the season with a visit to The Pines of Dow Gardens this December! Majestic trees, and rolling winter landscape surround this 1899 National Historic Landmark. Fresh garland and stories of Christmas past delight the senses as you tour the home and learn about Dow family traditions. Cost: Adults $5.00 + admission. Children (and students […]
Events and times subject to change without notice. For most accurate information, please contact event organizers directly.