KIDS DAILY CALENDAR

Stories, rhymes, music, and movement to encourage everyone in the family to share their love of reading. Best for children ages 6 and under with a participating caregiver. Register: FAMILY STORYTIME Mondays at 10 AM (January 6 to February 17)

Central Michigan University Medical Students We're so excited for CMU Med. Students to host a special Teddy Bear Clinic! Teddy Bear Checkups: Kids bring their favorite stuffed animals for a hands-on, interactive "doctor" visit with University medical students. This helps children feel more comfortable with medical procedures by caring for their teddy bears first!Doctor-Patient Role […]

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

Join us with your preschooler for stories, rhymes, music, movement, and early literacy fun! Best for ages 2-5 with a participating caregiver. Register: PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Tuesdays at 10:00am - 10:30am (January 7 - February 18)

Website: ALMA PUBLIC LIBRARY Learn more: STORYTIME Weekly Tuesdays @ 10am

Preschoolers + adult are invited to stop by the Museum any time from 10 AM - 4 PM to complete the PRESCHOOL MUSEUM CHALLENGE. Together you can explore the galleries for clues to complete the challenge, discover Delta College’s PBS Raising Readers Room with books supplied by the Bay County Library System, and play at […]

Music Time at the Museum with Tricia. Admission $10 Learn more: TUNES AND TALES Tuesdays weekly 10:15 am-10:45 am

Enjoy connecting with your baby using songs, dances, and stories! This program is for ages 0-18 months and will occur in the Story Room. This program is geared toward ages 0-18 months and will occur in the Story Room. This is a limited attendance program. Please pick up a ticket at the Youth Services desk […]

Library programming for preschool age children and their caregivers starts again next week! Story Hour begins Monday, January 22nd at 10:30 AM Play to Learn begins Tuesday, January 23rd at 10:30 AM Jumping Jammers begins Friday, January26th at 10:30 AM For more information visit our website at www.rauchholzlibrary.org or call the library at 989-642-8621. Learn […]

Nurture a love of books in your baby! Enjoy songs, rhymes, and stories, followed by a chance for play! Best for children under the age of 2 with a participating caregiver. Register: BABY STORYTIME Tuesdays  at 11:00am - 11:30am (January 7 to February 18)

Teens can enjoy a variety of refreshing beverages while painting a dino-mite picture! All supplies provided. Register: PAINT & SIP Tuesday, January 21, 2025 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ages 6-8. Practice your financial literacy skills by becoming a birthday party planner, creating a Planning Board for your client while staying on budget. Once we've planned the party, we'll celebrate with cookies and juice and classic birthday games like pin the tail on the donkey and musical chairs! Registration is required. Register: PENNY PINCHERS […]

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Registration is required. Please register in person, by phone, or online. Register: DOG MAN PARTY Tuesday, January 21, 2025 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Tuesdays: Jan 7th-21st from 5:45PM - 6:30PM Fridays: Jan 10th-24th from 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

Join us at the Visitor Center to learn how to create art with found objects. The inspiration for our project will be a CNC live ambassador snake. All supplies will be provided with a local artist providing instruction. Meet at the Visitor Center. Ages: 12+, under 18 w/adult CONTACT E-MAIL info@chippewanaturecenter.org COST $25.00 per Participant […]

Join us with your preschooler for stories, rhymes, music, movement, and early literacy fun! Best for ages 2-5 with a participating caregiver. Register: PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Wednesdays 10 AM - 12 PM ( January 8 - February 19)

Join us with your preschooler for stories, rhymes, music, movement, and early literacy fun! Best for ages 2-5 with a participating caregiver. Register: PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Wednesdays at 10:15am - 10:45am  (January 8 - February 19) Thursdays at 11:15am - 11:45am (January 9 - February 20)  

Stories, rhymes, music, and movement to encourage everyone in the family to share their love of reading. Best for children ages 6 and under with a participating caregiver. Register: FAMILY STORYTIME Wednesdays at 10:30am - 11:00am (January 8 - February 19)  

Nurture a love of books with your toddler through music, movement, and stories while helping to develop language and social skills. Best for ages 18 months to 3 years with a participating caregiver. Register: TODDLER STORYTIME Wednesdays at 10:30 - 11 AM ( January 8 - February 19)

Learn more: TODDLER TIME Wednesdays at 1pm

Sit back, relax, and enjoy a movie! Join us for our Movie Matinee series in the Library Auditorium on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month at 1pm. Wednesday, January 22nd - The Boys in the Boat (2023): Based on the best-selling nonfiction novel, follow the 1936 University of Washington rowing team as they […]

Stop by the Pinconning Branch for this drop-in program throughout the month to make your own LEGO masterpieces! Learn more: LEGO BUILD HOUR Wednesdays at 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Spend quality time at the library with family and enjoy open-ended interactive activities! Event Details January  15th: Make a Pinecone Bird Feeder! A simple craft using pinecones, peanut butter and birdseed. You'll get to watch a little bit of wild life in your own backyard! Your family is invited on Wednesday, January 15 at 5:30-7:00 pm […]

Stories, rhymes, music, and movement to encourage everyone in the family to share their love of reading. Best for children ages 6 and under with a participating caregiver. Register: FAMILY STORYTIME Wednesdays at 6:30 PM (January 8 - February 19)

Nurture a love of books in your baby! Enjoy songs, rhymes, and stories, followed by a chance for play! Best for children under the age of 2 with a participating caregiver. Register: BABY STORYTIME Thursdays at 10:15am - 10:45am (January 9 - February 20)

Nurture a love of books in your baby! Enjoy songs, rhymes, and stories, followed by a chance for play! Best for children under the age of 2 with a participating caregiver. Register: BABY STORYTIME Thursdays at 10:30 AM (January 9 - February 20)

Join us for Yogapalooza, where children ages 2 and up discover the joy of yoga through playful poses inspired by animals, nature, and adventure. Each session blends physical activity with mindfulness, helping kids build strength, flexibility, and emotional resilience. Through breathing exercises, guided visualizations, and simple meditation techniques, kids learn to calm their minds and […]

Learn more: TODDLER TIME Thursdays at 10:30am  

Join us with your preschooler for stories, rhymes, music, movement, and early literacy fun! Best for ages 2-5 with a participating caregiver. Register: PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Wednesdays at 10:15am - 10:45am  (January 8 - February 19) Thursdays at 11:15am - 11:45am (January 9 - February 20)  

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 […]

Oh, biscuits! Join Ms. Ronda from MSU Extension in making Bluey-themed treats based off the popular television show!   Thursday, January 16, 2025 3:30pm - 4:30pm - Register: LET BLUEY HACK YOUR SNACKS Thursday, January 23, 2025 3:30pm - 4:30pm - Register: LET BLUEY HACK YOUR SNACKS Thursday, January 30, 2025 3:30pm - 4:30pm - […]

Join us to create your own tiny art. All supplies provided! Register: TINY ART Thursday, January 23, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm

You are invited to our branches for a special program about Lunar New Year, presented by students from Dow High School’s Dear Asian Youth club. Learn about Lunar New Year traditions and make a paper lantern to take home! Register: LUNAR NEW YEAR CELEBRATION Thursday, January 23, 2025 5:30pm - 6:30pm

This series includes classes on alpacas, sheep, and swine.  You can attend one, two, or all three classes!  Schomaker Farms and Saginaw 4-H Michigan State University are teaming up to offer a 12-month farm education learning series in 2025.  Each month will offer a different learning topic and hands-on activity.  Youth will be fully immersed […]

In collaboration with Toyota, Michigan 4-H aims to enrich current initiatives and introduce new programs that cultivate awareness and excitement for future careers in the next generation of workers. Together, we strive to empower youth with the workforce skills and self-sufficiency necessary to unlock their full potential. Through the partnership of Toyota and Michigan 4-H, […]

Visit Discovery Guide Alexis on the museum floor to check out cool sensory activities. 10:30AM to 11:30AM Learn more: SENSORY SPOT

Tuesdays: Jan 7th-21st from 5:45PM - 6:30PM Fridays: Jan 10th-24th from 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

Age Group: Babies (0 - 18 months), Toddlers (18 - 24 Months), Preschool (3 - 5 years) Program Description Event Details Join us for a library playdate! Meet with other parents and caregivers as you and your child explore developmentally appropriate play materials in a joyful environment. Extend your child's learning through play! For ages […]

Join us for a cozy morning of crafts, snacks, and a sensory bin! There will be hot drinks and crafts for grownups as well. Register: SNOWY BABIES & TODDLERS Friday, January 24, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am

Grab the family and head out to the annual Kids' Day at the Midland Mall! Hands-on activities for the kids as well as an opportunity for parents to explore the offerings that the community has available for Midland area families-- from schools to sports, health to 4-H. Kids’ Day is also a fabulous way to […]

The Visitor Center will be open weekends Saturday and Sunday 10 - 4 p.m. through Memorial day weekend. Stop in for an activity, see live animals or borrow supplies for the trails. The Visitor Center offers snow shoes and explore back packs to borrow free from the front desk. Learn more: BAY CITY STATE PARK […]

Learn more: PIRATES AND PRINCESSES January 25 from 10am to 4pm

Saturday, January 25th 11am-12:30pm

TODDLER TOURS January 25, February 15, April 26, May 17 12:30-1:00 PM Saginaw Art Museum & Gardens – 1126 N Michigan Ave, Saginaw, MI 48602 Calling all young museum goers! Join us for interactive activities in the art galleries. Enjoy art on a new level as we engage the senses and move our bodies. Geared […]

Introducing an extraordinary interactive theatrical experience headed exclusively to the Midland Center for the Arts opening JAN 25, 2025 for four weeks only. Midland, Michigan is the ONLY city in the entire midwest featuring this experience throughout 2025. Featuring stunning footage captured using 360-degree cameras installed by astronauts on the International Space Station, Space Explorers: THE […]

Join us for a fun filled night full of freezing cold memories! Why? The theme is Frozen! Eat a themed dinner while watching the movie. Sing! Craft! Wear a costume of your favorite Frozen or winter clothing. 1/25/25, 5:00 pmFreeland United Methodist Church, 205 E. Washington St. Freeland Cost is $5 per person, 3 and […]

Explore the past, present, and future of our solar system and the landmark discoveries scientists have made sending spacecraft to visit tiny worlds. Audiences will discover what impacts from above can teach us—and how scientific advances may allow us to find and track cosmic threats before they reach planet Earth. Cutting-edge visualizations will bring real-time […]