Drop-In Spring Story Time at the Library
Monday & Thursday mornings at 11:00 am
March 27 – May 18
No registration required
Drop-In Spring Story Time for toddlers and preschoolers will start on Monday, March 27 and run through Thursday, May 18. We will be meeting in the Large Meeting Room on the lower level of the Library.
Story Time will be held on Mondays and repeated on Thursdays at 11:00 am. Books and activities are geared for toddlers and preschoolers. Each program lasts approximately 30 minutes.
Our story times will include picture, pop-up and interactive books, flannel-board stories, songs, puppets, finger plays and other activities that encourage a love of reading.
*Drop-In Story Times may be cancelled if public health conditions change.
Toddler Story Time on Tuesday & Wednesday mornings at 10:00 am
Preschool Story Time on Tuesday & Wednesday mornings at 11:00 am
March 28 – May 17
Registration required and begins on Monday, March 13
Registration for the Spring session of Toddler Story Time and Preschool Story Time begins Monday, March 13. Spring Story Times for toddlers and preschoolers will start on Tuesday, March 28 and run until Wednesday, May 17. Registration is required for Toddler Story Time and Preschool Story Time. Parents or caregivers of children may register on our website through our calendar of events or by calling 734-426-4477. Children may only be registered for one 8-week session. Registration will be on a first come first served basis.
Toddler Story Time will be held on Tuesdays at 10:00 am and repeated on Wednesdays at 10:00 am. Books and activities are geared for children 18 months to 3 years of age. Each program lasts approximately 30 minutes.
Preschool Story Time will be held on Tuesdays at 11:00 am and repeated on Wednesdays at 11:00 am. Books and activities are geared for children 3 to 5 years of age. Each program lasts approximately 30 minutes.
Children under 18 months may attend, however books and activities are geared for toddlers and preschoolers. Infants are welcome at story times with their siblings. Parents or caregivers are required to attend.
Spring Story Times for children include picture, pop-up and interactive books, flannel-board stories, songs, puppets, finger plays and other activities that encourage a love of reading.
Chess Club
Kids and Teens
Wednesday, March 8
6:30 – 8:00 pm
Registration is required. Registration begins Wednesday, February 8
If you enjoy playing chess, join us for our monthly chess games this spring. 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.
Club Create Book Club
Grades 1 – 2
Thursday, March 9
4:30 – 5:15 pm
Club Create is an independent book club for first and second graders. Each month Ms. Krista will read longer picture books centered on a theme and the group will participate in activities and crafts related to the theme. The March theme is Leprechauns.
Registration is required. Registration begins Thursday, February 9
Super Stories Book Club
For Young Fives and Kindergartners
Tuesday, March 14
4:30 – 5:00 pm
Theme: Weather
This is a story and craft program held in person at the library for kids transitioning out of story time and into book club. Adults should attend this program with their children. Each month Miss Ruth will read books related to a theme and then the kids will do a theme related craft or activity.
Registration is required. Registration begins Tuesday, February 14
All Star Readers Book Club
Grades 3 – 4
Thursday, March 16
4:30 – 5:30 pm
All Star Readers is an independent book club for third and fourth graders. Each month we will play an icebreaker game, have a book discussion, and do an activity related to the book we discuss. Books will be available to pick up at the library after you register. The March book is Maya and the Robot by Eve L. Ewing.
Registration is required. Registration begins Thursday, February 16
Makerspace
Grades K – 8
Thursday, March 23
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Drop-In Program
Make, build, craft and explore. Participate in a variety of open-ended activities. We supply the materials and you supply the imagination.
Registration is not required
Drop-in Suncatcher Craft
Children of all ages
Saturday, March 25
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Drop-In Program
Celebrate the sunny days of spring by painting a suncatcher to hang in your home. A variety of designs will be available to choose from.
Registration is not required
Fun Comedy Magic Show with Gordon Russ
Children of All Ages
Tuesday, March 28
1:00 – 2:00 pm
Registration required
Registration is required and begins Tuesday, February 28
Come enjoy a high energy, funny family show that mixes comedy, magic, funny situations, and a whole lot of audience participation.
Wings of Fire Party
Grades K – 8
Wednesday, March 29
2:00 – 3:30 pm
Drop-In Program
Calling all Wings of Fire fans! Celebrate your favorite dragon series with crafts, games, and activities. Anyone who loves dragons is welcome to drop in and join the fun!
Registration is not required
DIY Wood Slice Keychain Craft
Children of all ages
Friday, March 31
10:30 – 11:30 am
Drop-In Program
Create a wood slice key chain that is uniquely yours. Decorate it using paint markers and other embellishments.
Registration is not required
Lego Challenge
Grades K – 8
Tuesday, April 4
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Registration is required. Registration begins Tuesday, March 7
Join us for a building challenge at the Library. Kids in grades K-8 are invited to use a selection of provided Lego bricks to construct an object to fit a theme chosen by the Librarian.
Chess Club
Kids and Teens
Wednesday, April 5
6:30 – 8:00 pm
Registration is required. Registration begins Wednesday, March 8
If you enjoy playing chess, join us for our monthly chess games this spring. 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.
Drop-In Games
Grades K – 8
Thursday, April 7
2:00 – 3:00 pm
Drop-In Program
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.
Registration is not required
Super Stories Book Club
For Young Fives and Kindergartners
Tuesday, April 11
4:30 – 5:00 pm
Theme: Spring
This is a story and craft program held in person at the library for kids transitioning out of story time and into book club. Adults should attend this program with their children. Each month Miss Ruth will read books related to a theme and then the kids will do a theme related craft or activity.
Registration is required. Registration begins Tuesday, March 14
Club Create Book Club
Grades 1 – 2
Thursday, April 13
4:30 – 5:15 pm
Club Create is an independent book club for first and second graders. Each month Ms. Krista will read longer picture books centered on a theme and the group will participate in activities and crafts related to the theme. The April theme is Food.
Registration is required. Registration begins Thursday, March 9
Preschool Makerspace
Ages 5 and under
Friday, April 14
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Drop-In Program
Make, try, create and play at the Library. Young children will explore a variety of stations with open-ended creative activities designed to encourage early learning. Children need an active adult partner to help them.
Registration is not required
All Star Readers Book Club
Grades 3 – 4
Thursday, April 20
4:30 – 5:30 pm
All Star Readers is an independent book club for third and fourth graders. Each month we will play an icebreaker game, have a book discussion, and do an activity related to the book we discuss. Books will be available to pick up at the library after you register. The April book is The Lemonade War by Jacqueline Davies.
Registration is required. Registration begins Thursday, March 16
Insects & Their Relatives
Grades K – 4
Saturday, April 22
10:00 – 10:45 am
Registration required
Registration is required and begins Wednesday, March 22
See live insects and arachnids up close. Learn about the life cycles, adaptations and amazing behaviors of animals with exoskeletons that range from honey bees to tarantulas.
Makerspace
Grades K – 8
Thursday, April 27
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Drop-In Program
Make, build, craft and explore. Participate in a variety of open-ended activities. We supply the materials and you supply the imagination.
Registration is not required
Lego Challenge
Grades K – 8
Tuesday, May 2
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Registration is required. Registration begins Tuesday, April 4
Join us for a building challenge at the Library. Kids in grades K-8 are invited to use a selection of provided Lego bricks to construct an object to fit a theme chosen by the Librarian.
Chess Club
Kids and Teens
Wednesday, May 3
6:30 – 8:00 pm
Registration is required. Registration begins Wednesday, April 5
If you enjoy playing chess, join us for our monthly chess games this spring. 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.
Drop-in Spring Crafts
Children of all ages
Saturday, May 6
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Drop-In Program
Celebrate the season by making a variety of spring crafts to decorate your home.
Registration is not required
Super Stories Book Club
For Young Fives and Kindergartners
Tuesday, May 9
4:30 – 5:00 pm
Theme: Bugs
This is a story and craft program held in person at the library for kids transitioning out of story time and into book club. Adults should attend this program with their children. Each month Miss Ruth will read books related to a theme and then the kids will do a theme related craft or activity.
Registration is required. Registration begins Tuesday, April 11
Club Create Book Club
Grades 1 – 2
Thursday, May 11
4:30 – 5:15 pm
Club Create is an independent book club for first and second graders. Each month Ms. Krista will read longer picture books centered on a theme and the group will participate in activities and crafts related to the theme. The May theme is Spring.
Registration is required. Registration begins Thursday, April 13
KinderConcert!
Ages 5 and under
Saturday, May 13
12:00 pm – 12:30 pm
Drop-In Program
Children ages five and younger and their caregivers will find that music comes alive during this 30-minute concert. Don’t worry about wiggly tots sitting still for a concert – they will be encouraged to dance and move while listening to the music, hearing a story being told with musical accompaniment and learning about a special orchestral instrument. Members of the A2SO lead children on a guided introduction to the instruments of the orchestra.
Registration is not required
All Star Readers Book Club
Grades 3 – 4
Thursday, May 18
4:30 – 5:30 pm
All Star Readers is an independent book club for third and fourth graders. Each month we will play an icebreaker game, have a book discussion, and do an activity related to the book we discuss. Books will be available to pick up at the library after you register. The May book is I Survived: Courageous Creatures by Lauren Tarshis.
Registration is required. Registration begins Thursday, April 20
Makerspace
Grades K – 8
Thursday, May 25
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Drop-In Program
Make, build, craft and explore. Participate in a variety of open-ended activities. We supply the materials and you supply the imagination.
Registration is not required
Preschool Makerspace
Ages 5 and under
Friday, Jun 9
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Drop-In Program
Make, try, create and play at the Library. Young children will explore a variety of stations with open-ended creative activities designed to encourage early learning. Children need an active adult partner to help them.
Registration is not required
Club Create Book Club
Grades 1 – 2
Thursday, Jun 22
2:00 – 2:45 pm
Club Create is an independent book club for first and second graders. Each month Ms. Krista will read longer picture books centered on a theme and the group will participate in activities and crafts related to the theme. The June theme is All Together Now.
Registration is required. Registration begins Thursday, May 11
Super Stories Book Club
For Young Fives and Kindergartners
Tuesday, Jun 27
2:00 – 2:45 pm
Theme: All Together Now
This is a story and craft program held in person at the library for kids transitioning out of story time and into book club. Adults should attend this program with their children. Each month Miss Ruth will read books related to a theme and then the kids will do a theme related craft or activity.
Registration is required. Registration begins Tuesday, May 9
All Star Readers Book Club
Grades 3 – 4
Thursday, Jun 29
2:00 – 3:00 pm
All Star Readers is an independent book club for third and fourth graders. Each month we will play an icebreaker game, have a book discussion, and do an activity related to the book we discuss. Books will be available to pick up at the library after you register. The June book isSaving Winslow by Sharon Creech.
Registration is required. Registration begins Thursday, May 18
