Bring the whole family for stories, crafts and PIZZA at Wickes Library on Tuesday, October 24 from 4:30-5:30 p.m.! This activity is specially prepared for children ages 2-5, but the whole family is welcome. Please let us know you can be there by calling Wickes Library at (989) 752-3821. Wickes Library Meeting Room Learn more: PIZZA […]
October 24 5:30pm-7:00pm
Join us at the Pinconning Branch to make a Woodland Scene Light Box. Adults and teens (grades 6 and up) are invited to attend. Register: WOODLAND SCENE LIGHT BOX Tuesday, October 24, 2023 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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. […]
Looking for a space to just chill out after school with other teens? We are hosting a monthly time where you can come and talk about what books you've read recently, play board games, or make something. Open to all teens 6th-12 grade. Wednesday, October 25, 2023 3:30pm - 4:30pm - Register: BOOKS, GAMES & CHILLS […]
Learn more: RAISING READER ACADEMY Wednesdays from 3:30 - 5 PM
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. Learn more: TOUCH A TRUCK Wednesday, October 25, 2023 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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 - […]
As part of our Family Night, all are welcome to come and watch Patrick Harrison's pumpkin carving demonstration. He is known as Lord of the Gourd and will be carving unique creations in the Orchard Room from 4:00-7:00pm. He will allow the audience to approach his table to ask questions and see his creations up […]
Learn more: TRUNK OR TREAT October 25 at 5 PM
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
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 […]
BAISD LLC Arenac Schedule - Thursdays at 10 - 11:15 AM
Register: PRESCHOOL STORYTIME or call 989-752-2861 October 26 at 10:30 AM
Celebrate Read for the Record at a special story time with snack. We are reading With Lots of Love by Jenny Torres Sanchez for the annual Read for the Record. Created by Jumpstart, this is a shared reading experience that supports children's early language and social-emotional development by building an intergenerational community through reading and […]
Enjoy connecting with your baby using songs, dances, stories, and a craft! Tickets for this program will be handed out 30 minutes before the program at the YS desk. Learn more: BABY STORYTIME Thursday, October 26, 2023 1:00pm - 1:30pm Thursday, November 30, 2023 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Embark on a journey back in time and across the solar system, following the paths of asteroids and comets that have collided with Earth. These ancient objects travel billions of years before reaching Earth, and their impact can be so powerful that just one collision can change the course of life on our planet. Scientists […]
Join us and create your own zombie sugar skull painted flower pot! All supplies provided! Register: SUGAR SKULL PAINTED FLOWER POTS Thursday, October 26, 2023 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us on the fourth Thursday of the month at 4pm for Teen Craft Night! We'll have a different craft each month, with all materials provided. Grades 7-12.
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 […]
Foster connection and community at the Grove Park Fall Fest and Trunk or Treat!! Enjoy Halloween a little early on the 26th with activities including face painting, pumpkin decorating and soliciting sweets at different candy stations. Businesses, non profits, and families, are welcome to sponsor a trunk or bag of candy for the event! venmo […]
Foster connection and community at the Grove Park Fall Fest and Trunk or Treat!! Enjoy Halloween a little early on the 26th with activities including face painting, pumpkin decorating and soliciting sweets at different candy stations. Businesses, non profits, and families, are welcome to sponsor a trunk or bag of candy for the event! Learn […]
October 26 6:00pm-6:45pm October 27 10:00am-10:45am
Events and times subject to change without notice. For most accurate information, please contact event organizers directly.