Introduce your little one to the sounds and rhythms of language through short poems, stories, and music. Then stay for play! For children ages 0-3 and their caregivers.
Join historian Andrew Kercher and discuss the 19th Century Battle to Find Fossils in the Wild West!
Dive into the thrilling and chaotic "Bone Wars" of the 1870s, when rival paleontologists Othniel Marsh and Edward Cope raced to uncover the biggest and best-preserved dinosaur fossils across the American West. Their fierce competition led to the discovery of dozens of new species, from Triceratops to Stegosaurus, and laid the foundations of modern paleontology, even as their feud became one of science's most notorious rivalries.
Build a basket out of cotton rope and macramé cord, while learning the history of this ancient method of basket making.
For this interactive series, we'll use active games and creative exercises to make learning to read through phonics an enjoyable experience. Students will strengthen their foundational reading skills focusing on letter sounds, word recognition, and phonemic awareness. By incorporating playful learning strategies, students will develop confidence in reading while building essential phonics skills for lifelong literacy. Geared toward first & second grade ages. Registration requested.
Mondays
- February 23
- March 23
- April 20
- May 18
-June 15 (this session only is in Don Dodge Auditorium, south and across the street from the Main Branch of the St. Clair County Library System on 200 Grand River Ave)
Kids, kick off the Summer Reading program playing "Book Bingo"! Every "BINGO!" will win a book. Let the fun and games begin!
Come and join a dedicated group of knitters! Beginners are welcome--this group is happy to help! Bring a project to work on, or start something new.
Adults...join us weekly to play this popular word game! All levels of skill are welcome.
Join us for a fun blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children. We'll also enjoy a craft and movement activities for aiding growth and education. Caregivers welcomed to participate too!
Preschoolers and their adults: Join us at the library for a happy blend of stories, rhymes, music and movement, followed by a creative activity time.
Join us in the Yale Library for a Storytime filled with a happy blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children, followed by activity time with structured play to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for learning.
Harvard's Center for Astrophysics is letting us remotely operate their professional telescopes! This workshop is a series for teens in which we will learn the ins and outs of astrophotography and optical astronomy; taking beautiful space images, processing them, colorizing them, and the science behind it all. Led by a former astronomer turned librarian.
Step into the prehistoric world with Dino Academy! Led by the quirky and curious Dr. Sarah Tops, this action-packed adventure uncovers fascinating dino facts that will wow even the biggest dino fans. Featuring life-like, colorful dinosaur puppets that stomp, roar and charm their way into every heart, this show blends science, storytelling and imagination in the style of your favorite nature programs. It's an unforgettable field trip through time - without ever leaving your seat!
Take up your brush and trowel and let's go digging for dinosaurs! We'll unearth and assemble an assortment of bones, figuring out which dinosaur they belong to and which era they came from. Best suited for ages 8 - 12. All supplies provided.
This hands-on STEM activity kicks off with a quick presentation featuring popular dinosaurs made with large, foam-block, dino bones. After choosing colorful dinosaur masks to wear, everyone builds imaginative dinosaurs using large foam fossils; it's a creative way to learn and play.
Try your hand at Diamond Painting or bring your own w.i.p. (work-in-progress) and join us for friendship and crafting support from other crafters. Whether you knit, crochet, embroider, cross-stich, color, or something else entirely, all crafts are welcome!
Enjoy a lazy afternoon at the Yale library learning a new skill: Crochet! You will learn basic stiches and how to read patterns. Open to any skill level.
Drop in to the Children's Library for this easy-going introduction to the world of handmade crafts and analog skills, chosen to help develop fine motor skills, patience, and creativity. All materials and instruction supplied for simple projects like crochet, sewing, and clay.
Step into the prehistoric world with Dino Academy! Led by the quirky and curious Dr. Sarah Tops, this action-packed adventure uncovers fascinating dino facts that will wow even the biggest dino fans. Featuring life-like, colorful dinosaur puppets that stomp, roar and charm their way into every heart, this show blends science, storytelling and imagination in the style of your favorite nature programs. It's an unforgettable field trip through time - without ever leaving your seat!
Smaller class size. We will be learning the basics of crochet. Simple stitches on repeat until you are comfortable. In April, we will practice the chain stitch. In May and June, we will work on the single crochet stitch. All materials supplied. Hooks for in library use available.
Summer Reading starts June 13th. Let's celebrate with lawn games, ice cream, and other fun activities! This year's theme is Unearth a Story, so let's dig into the mysteries that await this summer! Meet at the Main Library's West lawn.
Stomp, chomp, and roar into reading with Jurassic Joel's Magic Show!
Dinosaur-themed books of all sorts are brought to life with amazing magic, wacky stunts, and lots of audience participation.
Step into the prehistoric world with Dino Academy! Led by the quirky and curious Dr. Sarah Tops, this action-packed adventure uncovers fascinating dino facts that will wow even the biggest dino fans. Featuring life-like, colorful dinosaur puppets that stomp, roar and charm their way into every heart, this show blends science, storytelling and imagination in the style of your favorite nature programs. It's an unforgettable field trip through time - without ever leaving your seat! This program is located at 200 Grand River Ave at the Don Dodge Auditorium. This is the building directly south across the street from the Main Library.
Your children will grow in confidence and expand their reading skills by reading aloud to one of our therapy dogs. They will gladly and calmly listen to one of your child's favorite books (or choose one from our large collection)
Meet up with friendly and fun folks for a game of Swipe (local variation!), or whatever card game the group decides to play. "Shut the Box" and other games available too. Coffee, hot chocolate, and tea provided.
Play is serious business! Through play, children develop their imaginations, vocabularies, and physical dexterity. Through play with others, they learn social skills like sharing and communicating. And in a playgroup, they can make new friends (and parents can, too). Join us every Friday morning at the Ira Township Library for a fun and educational playtime! Best suited for ages 0-5.
Join us as we work on motor and social skills in a variety of methods. Geared to Children preschool and younger.
Join us for a happy blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children, followed by activity time with play structured to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for learning.
Licensed insurance agent Margaret Path will be here to explain the different parts of Medicare plans and answer related questions. No cost. No obligation. Just education.
Whether you just started penning your first short story or have seven novels under your belt, all authors are welcome to join our writing group. Come gain valuable feedback on your work and learn to effectively critique others in a supportive environment. Find inspiration and exchange writing tips with your peers at our monthly meetings. Please register, as space is limited.
This will be a journey from the beginning of Blues music told with a timeline narrative and songs. There will be examples of some of the first recorded Blues songs all the way through the late 1930's. Also covered is how these songs influenced post-war music. Leonardo has been performing and giving workshops in the Detroit area for 20 years. He is endorsed by the National Reso-Phonic Guitar Company. He plays his guitars in open tunings. His primary musical focus is solo, acoustic country blues.
• Grocery Bag Holder
Create a cute and FUN-cational bag holder for all those loose bags that accumulate after a shipping trip. Skill level: Advance Beginner (Pattern reading required.) All materials supplied. Hooks for in library use available.
• Tunisian Heart Bookmark
Create a pretty bookmark using a new technique.
Skill level: Advance Beginner (Pattern reading required.) All materials supplied. Hooks for in library use available.
• Travel Brontosaurus
Love Dinosaurs (or know someone who does)? Join us as we crochet this adorable dino that can travel where ever your adventures take you this summer.
Skill level: Advance Beginner (Pattern reading and decreasing required.) All materials supplied. Hooks for in library use available.
Adults, come paint a family tree with Stacey in Memphis. All supplies provided. Space is limited.
Come join the Burtchville Library for a fun night of creative building with Legos and magnetic tiles. Ages 3-10. Registration is requested.
Teens it's your chance to craft a removable tattoo, showcasing artistic and washable tattoo creations.
Hang out with your friends and enjoy a snack once every Thursday anytime between 2:30-4:00 p.m. and once a month pizza! Engage in activities such as playing board or Switch games, participating in scavenger hunts, conversing with friends, reading a book or simply relaxing. Pizza and snacks provided by Friends of the Yale Library.
Enjoy a story and craft with a mix of poems, songs, or movement activities that promote literacy.
A fun and informative D&D program for teens. Join us for some laughs as we embark on a journey through fantasy and wonder. Learn some new D&D adjacent hobbies like miniature painting and cosplay. And try some other ttrpg systems that thrive in different storytelling interactions.
Here's your chance to use those cookbooks sitting on the shelf! No special cooking skills required, just an enthusiasm for cooking! Join us on the 2nd Wednesday of the month for lively conversation along with tasty dishes to sample. Bring your chosen monthly recipe to share and a sample for everyone to taste test. Registration kindly requested.
Have an old ukulele in storage, or do you want to use one for the first time? Join us for the ukulele club, where we'll try out chords and songs for any level! Registration is only suggested if you don't have a ukulele and must borrow one from the library.
Are you learning Japanese and looking for a friendly space to practice speaking? Whether you're just starting out or have some experience, this is the perfect place to improve your skills and build confidence in a relaxed, supportive environment. No fluency required - just a willingness to participate and try.
Calling all gamers! Join us for a thrilling afternoon of Nintendo Switch gaming! Whether you're a pro or just starting out, come and enjoy a fun-filled hour of friendly competition playing the latest and greatest games on the Nintendo Switch console. Don't miss the fun!
Spend the afternoon crafting at the Yale library. Use our paper crafting supplies to create cards, scrapbook pages and more! Light snacks will be offered. Feel free to bring your own project to work on with friends.
Join us at the Capac Library to enjoy read aloud stories with a mix of songs, movement, and structured activity that promote early learning and literacy
Bring your preschool-age children for some storytime fun! They will enjoy a reading, an energetic activity, and a craft. Bring your favorite stuffie to our specially themed dates: April 22 - Police, May 27 - Firefighters and June 24 - Dinosaurs.
Join us at the Ira Township Library for a fun blend of stories, crafts, and movement activities! Whether your child loves stories or is just discovering the joy of books, Storytime offers a welcoming space to build imagination, early skills, and connections with others.
Come play Canasta with us! Don't know how to play or need a refresher? We'll help you.
Join us for a happy blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children, followed by activity time with play structured to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for learning.
Harvard's Center for Astrophysics is letting us remotely operate their professional telescopes! This workshop is a series for teens in which we will learn the ins and outs of astrophotography and optical astronomy; taking beautiful space images, processing them, colorizing them, and the science behind it all. Led by a former astronomer turned librarian.
CANCELED - Come let your imagination run wild and join us as we make collages out of various materials. Learn how to make something new out of the old. All materials supplied by the library.
Support fellow genealogy searchers in their quest to trace their family history. Share your knowledge, success, and pitfalls as you do your research. Bring your laptop and log onto our Wi-Fi or work on one of our computers. Free access to our in-house database, Ancestry Library Edition.
If you love knitting or crochet, then join the Marysville Knitters! Creating with a group of like-minded fiber friends will inspire you and make crafting more fun. Beginners are welcome--the others are happy to help teach!
Learn to paint a multi-colored themed scene in this instructor-led painting class guided by Stacey! All materials will be provided. This program is located at 200 Grand River Ave at the Don Dodge Auditorium. This is the building directly south across the street from the Main Library.
Create an art piece using sea glass from the beaches!
Join us on the second Tuesday of each month to engage in discussion around the current month's book selection. Please contact the Burtchville Library to find out this month's title.
Come join us on the second Tuesday of each month to engage in a lively discussion surrounding the current month's book selection! Please call to find out this month's title.
Come join us to learn how to crochet, or bring your own projects and crochet with the group! Supplies will be provided. Patterns will be available to do an enjoyable new project each month!
Whether you're an experienced player or new to the game, join this fun group of Mahjong players.
Introduce your little one to the sounds and rhythms of language through short poems, stories, and music. Then stay for play! For children ages 0-3 and their caregivers.
Come and join a dedicated group of knitters! Beginners are welcome--this group is happy to help! Bring a project to work on, or start something new.
Adults...join us weekly to play this popular word game! All levels of skill are welcome.
Join us for a fun blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children. We'll also enjoy a craft and movement activities for aiding growth and education. Caregivers welcomed to participate too!
Preschoolers and their adults: Join us at the library for a happy blend of stories, rhymes, music and movement, followed by a creative activity time.
Join us in the Yale Library for a Storytime filled with a happy blend of stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool children, followed by activity time with structured play to hone both fine and gross motor skills essential for learning.
Harvard's Center for Astrophysics is letting us remotely operate their professional telescopes! This workshop is a series for teens in which we will learn the ins and outs of astrophotography and optical astronomy; taking beautiful space images, processing them, colorizing them, and the science behind it all. Led by a former astronomer turned librarian.