Registration is required for most Teen and Tween events – check each event page for more information. Find a PDF of our winter Teen and Tween brochure at the bottom of this Spotlight, or pick up a copy in the Teen Zone.
Winter Break Reading Challenge
December 5 – January 6
Youth and Teens
Registration on Beanstack required
Youth and Teens can complete a variety of reading challenges on Beanstack during their winter break. Sign up on the Beanstack web site or app starting on December 5. Complete at least 10 virtual activity badges by January 6 to be eligible for a prize. Prize pickup will be during the month of January.
Saturday, December 10
1:00 – 2:00 pm
Grades 7-12
Registration required – Begins Saturday, November 12
Teens in grades 7 through 12 meet monthly to brainstorm with other teens about new programs, book selections, and how to make the Library an even better place. TAG members will also do small service projects during meetings. This is a fun way to earn volunteer hours!
Friday, December 16
6:00 – 8:30 pm
Grades 6-12
Registration required – Begins Saturday, November 19
Join us monthly for MTG tournament-style play on Friday evenings from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Prizes awarded to top players. Everyone in grades 6 through 12 with knowledge of game play and rules is invited to attend. Please bring a Commander deck to each session. Co-sponsored with SRSLY Dexter.
Tuesday, December 20
4:30 – 5:30 pm
Grades 5 & 6
Registration required – Begins Tuesday, November 15
Book: Ghost by Jason Reynolds
Read this month’s book and then join us for icebreakers, discussion, and a related activity. Get a copy of the book at the youth reference desk after you register.
Tuesday, December 27
1:30 – 2:45 pm
Grades 5-12
Registration required – Begins Tuesday, November 29
Come to the library to create the worst art you can make. That’s right – don’t worry about making something good, just enjoy the creative process! Many materials will be on hand for you to make your “disasterpiece.” At the end, we’ll vote on a “worst of the worst” to win a trophy commemorating their achievement.
Thursday, December 29
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Grades K-8
Drop-in program – No registration required
Make, build, craft and explore. Participate in a variety of open-ended activities. We supply the materials and you supply the imagination.
Wednesday, January 4
2:00 – 3:15 pm
Grades 7-12
Registration required – Begins Wednesday, December 7
Teens: Can’t get enough anime and manga? Meet up to watch anime, do crafts, share your manga drawings, and talk about your favorite series with other teens.
Thursday, January 5
2:00 – 3:00 pm
Grades K-8
Kids and teens in grades K-8 can stop by to play a variety of games. Take part in competition-style games for a chance to win a small prize.
Wednesday, January 11
6:30 – 8:00 pm
Kids and Teens
Registration required – Begins Wednesday, December 7
If you enjoy playing chess, join us for our monthly chess games this fall. Compete in tournament-style play or a casual game and improve your skills. All kids and teens with at least a basic knowledge of chess gameplay are welcome to attend.
Saturday, January 14
1:00 – 2:00 pm
Grades 7-12
Registration required – Begins Saturday, December 10
Teens in grades 7 through 12 meet monthly to brainstorm with other teens about new programs, book selections, and how to make the Library an even better place. TAG members will also do small service projects during meetings. This is a fun way to earn volunteer hours!
Monday, January 16
4:00 – 5:00 pm
Grades 5-12
Registration required – Begins Monday, December 19
Over Zoom, Chef Jyl Nolan of A Curious Kitchen will show you how to prepare your own pizza at home. Customize how you like, and make a dish the whole family can enjoy! Receive the recipe about a week prior to the program, gather your ingredients, and cook along with us.
Tuesday, January 17
4:30 – 5:30 pm
Grades 5 & 6
Registration required – Begins Tuesday, December 20
Book: Artemis Fowl by Eoin Colfer
Read this month’s book and then join us for icebreakers, discussion, and a related activity. Get a copy of the book at the youth reference desk after you register.
Friday, January 20
6:00 – 8:30 pm
Grades 6-12
Registration required – Begins Saturday, December 17
Join us monthly for MTG tournament-style play on Friday evenings from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Prizes awarded to top players. Everyone in grades 6 through 12 with knowledge of game play and rules is invited to attend. Please bring a Commander deck to each session. Co-sponsored with SRSLY Dexter.
Thursday, January 26
3:00 – 4:00 pm
Grades K-8
Drop-in program – No registration required
Make, build, craft and explore. Participate in a variety of open-ended activities. We supply the materials and you supply the imagination.
Friday, January 27
2:30 – 3:30 pm
Grades 5-12
Registration required – Begins Tuesday, December 27
Teens and tweens can get creative in this art program. Join us to make a collage out of pages from recycled graphic novels.
MiLibraryQuest Winter Challenge
Starts February 1
Grades 5-12
Calling all teens! This year’s Michigan Library Quest is Dungeons and Dragons themed! Grab your sword and shield and get ready for a virtual adventure! Everyone in grades 5 through 12 is welcome to take part. For more information, visit mi.gov/MiLibraryQuest
Saturday, February 4
2:00 – 3:00 pm
Grades 5-12
Registration required – Begins Monday, January 9
Teens and tweens: join us to make your own faux stained glass decoration. Real stained glass is very complicated, but we’ll use common items like paint, glue, and a picture frame to make a unique piece of art that looks as good as the real thing!
Wednesday, February 8
6:30 – 8:00 pm
Kids and Teens
Registration required – Begins Wednesday, January 11
If you enjoy playing chess, join us for our monthly chess games this fall. Compete in tournament-style play or a casual game and improve your skills. All kids and teens with at least a basic knowledge of chess gameplay are welcome to attend.
Saturday, February 11
1:00 – 2:00 pm
Grades 7-12
Registration required – Begins Saturday, January 14
Teens in grades 7 through 12 meet monthly to brainstorm with other teens about new programs, book selections, and how to make the Library an even better place. TAG members will also do small service projects during meetings. This is a fun way to earn volunteer hours!
Friday, February 17
6:00 – 8:30 pm
Grades 6-12
Registration required – Begins Saturday, January 21
Join us monthly for MTG tournament-style play on Friday evenings from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Prizes awarded to top players. Everyone in grades 6 through 12 with knowledge of game play and rules is invited to attend. Please bring a Commander deck to each session. Co-sponsored with SRSLY Dexter.
Monday, February 20
2:00 – 3:15 pm
Grades 7-12
Registration required – Begins Monday, January 16
Teens: Do you like learning how things work? Ever wanted to take something apart? This is your chance! Join us to use tools to deconstruct small electronics and see what makes them tick. Then we’ll use the disassembled pieces to create art.
Tuesday, February 21
4:30 – 5:30 pm
Grades 5 & 6
Registration required – Begins Tuesday, January 17
Book: Prairie Lotus by Linda Sue Park
Read this month’s book and then join us for icebreakers, discussion, and a related activity. Get a copy of the book at the youth reference desk after you register.
Thursday, February 23
4:30 – 5:30 pm
Grades K-8
Drop-in program – No registration required
Make, build, craft and explore. Participate in a variety of open-ended activities. We supply the materials and you supply the imagination.
Saturday, March 4
2:00 – 3:00 pm
Grades 5 – 12
Registration required – Begins Monday, February 6
Watercolors are great for painting, but you can do lots of other crafts with them too. Join us to try out a selection of crafts and techniques using watercolors.
The Library has updated its programming attendance requirements. Face coverings optional but highly encouraged in group indoor settings. Face covering requirements are subject to change without notice. Registration may be required for in-person programming. If registration is required, registrants will need to register all members of their party. To provide for adequate social distancing, the Library may need to limit the number of in-person attendees at each indoor program. The Library will continue to monitor COVID-19 conditions and the Library Board will review these requirements on a monthly basis.