KIDS DAILY CALENDAR

Families with young children: Bring the littles downtown to the Museum for story time with the Wirt Library! February - Let's talk about MUSIC! March - Let's talk about BOOKS! Learn more: STORYTIME @ THE MUSEUM March 27, April 24 & May 22 at 9am – 10am

This interactive exhibit features thousands of brilliantly-colored butterflies, from countries around the world, emerging from their pupae, feeding, and flying all within the tropical environment of the Dow Garden's Conservatory. Included with your regular admission to Dow Gardens or purchase of an annual admission card; however, reservations are required. IMPORTANT: To ensure the comfort of […]

Learn how to make a stop motion movie! Students in grades 4-7 will work in groups to storyboard, build props, and film a very short stop motion film using the library's iPads. This is a 4-day event, please plan to attend all 4 days. Registration is required. Monday, March 27, 2023 2:00pm - 4:00pm - […]

Join us with your latest Knit and Crochet project for this all ages and craft abilities yarn circle! We will have beginner friendly potholder/washcloth projects available. Free supplies and volunteer hours available for participants who would like to donate their finished project. Learn more: YARN CIRCLE February 27 & March 27 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Tuesdays at 10 - 11:15 AM

This interactive exhibit features thousands of brilliantly-colored butterflies, from countries around the world, emerging from their pupae, feeding, and flying all within the tropical environment of the Dow Garden's Conservatory. Included with your regular admission to Dow Gardens or purchase of an annual admission card; however, reservations are required. IMPORTANT: To ensure the comfort of […]

Time to challenge yourself to build something extraordinary. Get yourself to the library and get creative! Join us for a LEGO build to create your masterpiece. Learn More: LEGO CLUB March 28 12 - 2 PM April 17 & May 15 4:30 - 6 PM

March 28 - Come to the library on Tuesday, March 28th and soar into a new world with fairies, lost boys, and pirates! Tick tock! This movie starts at 2:00 PM in the auditorium. March 29 - Walk into a wardrobe with Lucy, Edmund, Susan and Peter and experience a whole new world like you've […]

Learn how to make a stop motion movie! Students in grades 4-7 will work in groups to storyboard, build props, and film a very short stop motion film using the library's iPads. This is a 4-day event, please plan to attend all 4 days. Registration is required. Monday, March 27, 2023 2:00pm - 4:00pm - […]

Unplug & Play - After School on Tuesday Spend your Tuesday afternoon at the library and unwind from your school day!  Each week will feature supplies such as LEGO, games, puzzles, crafts, and project.  Open to all school age children. Learn More; UNPLUG & PLAY Tuesdays  at 3:15 pm

STEAMspace registration is now open! STEAMspace (S.T.E.A.M. Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) plus Makerspace) is a club for students grades 3rd-5th and 6th-12th. It meets 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. on the 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month for 3rd - 5th grades and the 2nd Thursday for 6th - 12th graders. Our first […]

Ages 9-12. We are heading out to explore our city! This month we will meet at the library and then walk downtown to visit the State Theatre for a behind the scenes tour! Please wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather. This program is for the registered 9-12 year old only. March - State […]

Learn More: MUSIC FOR MUNCHKINS Tuesday, March 14 - 28th at 4:30-5:15 PM Fridays, March 17 - 31st at 10 - 10:45 AM    

Come join other future leaders in implementing monthly community service projects! FLI is open to 6th-12th graders. Prior sign up with our Education Coordinator is required to participate. To sign up, email Mya at education@mpdiscoverymuseum.org ! Learn More: FUTURE LEADERS INSTITUTE February 21 & 28, March 21 & 28 at 5:30pm – 6:30pm  

Explore the wonderful hobby of birding in four fun online classes! Topics include everything a new birdwatcher should know. Schedule: March 7 – Birding 101: Equipment and how to ID Birds March 14 – Backyard Birding: Backyard feeding and backyard bird ID March 21 – Conserve the Birds: Birding ethics and backyard habitats/native planting March […]

This interactive exhibit features thousands of brilliantly-colored butterflies, from countries around the world, emerging from their pupae, feeding, and flying all within the tropical environment of the Dow Garden's Conservatory. Included with your regular admission to Dow Gardens or purchase of an annual admission card; however, reservations are required. IMPORTANT: To ensure the comfort of […]

Learn how to make a stop motion movie! Students in grades 4-7 will work in groups to storyboard, build props, and film a very short stop motion film using the library's iPads. This is a 4-day event, please plan to attend all 4 days. Registration is required. Monday, March 27, 2023 2:00pm - 4:00pm - […]

March 28 - Come to the library on Tuesday, March 28th and soar into a new world with fairies, lost boys, and pirates! Tick tock! This movie starts at 2:00 PM in the auditorium. March 29 - Walk into a wardrobe with Lucy, Edmund, Susan and Peter and experience a whole new world like you've […]

Do your kids like to draw, paint, or sculpt? Would they enjoy having Mom or Dad (or both) join in? This interactive webinar series gives your family an opportunity to make art together while learning about identity, self-awareness, and expressing emotions. These lessons can help your child develop the ability to cope with the ups […]

This interactive exhibit features thousands of brilliantly-colored butterflies, from countries around the world, emerging from their pupae, feeding, and flying all within the tropical environment of the Dow Garden's Conservatory. Included with your regular admission to Dow Gardens or purchase of an annual admission card; however, reservations are required. IMPORTANT: To ensure the comfort of […]

***Please note that the Thursday Playgroup's location has been changed to the Living and Learning Center - Arenac Campus Thursdays at 12:15 - 1:30 PM

March 28 - Come to the library on Tuesday, March 28th and soar into a new world with fairies, lost boys, and pirates! Tick tock! This movie starts at 2:00 PM in the auditorium. March 29 - Walk into a wardrobe with Lucy, Edmund, Susan and Peter and experience a whole new world like you've […]

Learn how to make a stop motion movie! Students in grades 4-7 will work in groups to storyboard, build props, and film a very short stop motion film using the library's iPads. This is a 4-day event, please plan to attend all 4 days. Registration is required. Monday, March 27, 2023 2:00pm - 4:00pm - […]

Teens in grades 6th-12 should join us each week to try a something new. See our website and social media to see specific topics. Learn More: TEENS TRY THIS THURSDAY Thursdays  at 3:15 - 4:15 pm

Learn about history by exploring different "very important people" throughout time. This program is included with admission! Learn more: VIP INVESTIGATIONS Thursdays at 4 PM

Each week, we have a unique creative arts experience for children ages 5 -10. Experiences include visual arts, movement and music, theater, and writing with our fun, caring group of talented instructors who are experts in their field. Students will make art, move their bodies, get messy, make new friends, and explore all aspects of […]

Fridays at 9:30 - 10:45 AM

For families with young children. March is Reading Month and we are celebrating with surprise readers every Friday morning at the Wirt Library. Drop in to catch a story presented by a local VIP! No registration is required. Learn more: CELEBRATING NATIONAL READING MONTH March 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 at 9:45 - 10 […]

Learn More: MUSIC FOR MUNCHKINS Tuesday, March 14 - 28th at 4:30-5:15 PM Fridays, March 17 - 31st at 10 - 10:45 AM    

This interactive exhibit features thousands of brilliantly-colored butterflies, from countries around the world, emerging from their pupae, feeding, and flying all within the tropical environment of the Dow Garden's Conservatory. Included with your regular admission to Dow Gardens or purchase of an annual admission card; however, reservations are required. IMPORTANT: To ensure the comfort of […]

Explore the world of engineering as you discover the many modern marvels that help solve big problems. Learn about the real engineering work in our community, explore the ways engineers are inspired by nature, and more. This pop-up exhibit is in partnership with the Alden B. Dow Home & Studio and Mid-Century Modern Midland. The […]

Maker Space March is Back! Stop into the museum after school on Fridays 2-4:30pm this March and get creative in our classroom! Make a themed creation or just use your imagination. Adults get in free when they bring their favorite kids along! Registration is requested but not required Learn more: MAKER SPACE MARCH March 3 […]

This interactive exhibit features thousands of brilliantly-colored butterflies, from countries around the world, emerging from their pupae, feeding, and flying all within the tropical environment of the Dow Garden's Conservatory. Included with your regular admission to Dow Gardens or purchase of an annual admission card; however, reservations are required. IMPORTANT: To ensure the comfort of […]

Join us the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. Learn More: KIDS WORKSHOPS First Saturday at 9 am - 12 PM

Join us the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. Learn More: KIDS WORKSHOPS First Saturday at 9 am – 12 PM

Join us the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. Learn More: KIDS WORKSHOPS First Saturday at 9 am – 12 PM

Join us the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. Learn More: KIDS WORKSHOPS First Saturday at 9 am – 12 PM

Explore the world of engineering as you discover the many modern marvels that help solve big problems. Learn about the real engineering work in our community, explore the ways engineers are inspired by nature, and more. This pop-up exhibit is in partnership with the Alden B. Dow Home & Studio and Mid-Century Modern Midland. The […]

This interactive exhibit features thousands of brilliantly-colored butterflies, from countries around the world, emerging from their pupae, feeding, and flying all within the tropical environment of the Dow Garden's Conservatory. Included with your regular admission to Dow Gardens or purchase of an annual admission card; however, reservations are required. IMPORTANT: To ensure the comfort of […]

Bring your own LEGO or uses ours.  A different theme each week.  Snacks and beverages provided. Learn more: LEGO CLUB 1st Saturday October - May at 12 - 1 PM

"The Dark Side of the Moon" is the most successful album of the band Pink Floyd. Even on its own, it's a terrific listening experience but the visual impressions make it a memorable event that pushes the boundaries of a new entertainment dimension. Superb all-round visual views transport us into the depths of the universe […]

"The Dark Side of the Moon" is the most successful album of the band Pink Floyd. Even on its own, it's a terrific listening experience but the visual impressions make it a memorable event that pushes the boundaries of a new entertainment dimension. Superb all-round visual views transport us into the depths of the universe […]