In this special version of trivia, the winners may end up the losers when points are a secret & can be kept or given away with correct answers. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration required.
Doodle your own design or use provided patterns to create a tiny keepsake for yourself or someone special. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration required.
Let's read some stories, share some songs, & learn something new together with Virtual Storytime. Little learners will expand their world & prepare for school through the Early Literacy practices of Talk, Sing, Read, Write, & Play. Kits will include a special link to YourMDL's YouTube channel along with supplies to create a themed craft […]
Using yarn & sticks you'll weave a wonderful mandala you can hang anywhere! Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration required.
Join presenter Bill Struck from the Steam Railroading Institute for a conversation about the 1225 Pere Marquette, which is the largest steam locomotive ever used in Michigan & is renowned for its role in the movie The Polar Express. The Steam Railroading Institute is a non-profit, located in Owosso, MI, & is dedicated to educating […]
Learn how to fold & connect paper to build a fun ‘pop-out’ style ornament. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration required.
Welcome to a special storytime that meets wherever you are. Join us online for storytime over Zoom, featuring all the wonderful stories, songs & fingerplays you will find in-person. Zoom Storytime works in tandem with Virtual Storytime Kits to develop vocabulary, print awareness, & phonology. This program is planned with ages 2-6 in mind, but […]
Put in some time toward earning your "Driver's License" while you meet our machines. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration required.
Decoupage natural wood rounds & transform them into beautiful seasonal ornaments! This craft will include everything you need to make several small ornaments & is perfect for every level of crafter. This craft is free & is for those ages 18+. All supplies are provided. Registration required. Our programs are free (& very popular)! We […]
Using pre-loved book pages, create holiday ornaments any book lover will adore. Crafty Friday is free & is for those ages 18+. All supplies are provided. Registration required. Our programs are free (& very popular)! We often have a waiting list; if you register but can no longer attend, please let us know! Please note: […]
Spend time with your Pokémon-loving peers. Each month, we'll have special events planned, from battling to card trading, video games to art projects--all in the name of our love for Pokémon. This program is designed for youth in grades 2+; however, younger PokéFans are welcome with adult supervision. Please look for further instructions in the […]
One time, I wanted to eat a quesadilla (queso~). So I went to the library, & made a mini quesadilla. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration required.
Turn an ordinary terracotta pot into a winter snowman. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration required.
This grid craft is all grown up. Make your design on a grid base & melt it into something cool. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration required.
Follow us through the scientific method as we determine how certain objects respond to different liquids. Registration required. This program is intended for grades 2-5. Younger students (K-1) must be accompanied by an adult. Our programs are free (& very popular)! We often have a waiting list; if you register but can no longer attend, […]
Make your own pixel art with specialized plastic beads. Design (almost) anything on a grid base & melt it into something cool. This is also a great time to create something special & homemade for the holiday season! This program is designed for youth in grades 2+; however, younger creators are welcome with adult supervision. […]
Bring your own Switch or play one of ours with your friends in one of four iconic Nintendo games including Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, or Mario Party Superstars. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration required.
The Day the World Came to Town by Jim DeFede recounts “when 38 jetliners bound for the United States were forced to land at Gander International Airport in Canada by the closing of U.S. airspace on September 11, the population of this small town on Newfoundland Island swelled from 10,300 to nearly 17,000…(an) inspiring story […]
Decorate a string garland with unique paper shapes & designs. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration required.
Put in some time toward earning your "Driver's License" while you meet our machines. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration required.
Doodle your own design or use provided patterns to create your art, then shrink it down into a tiny keepsake you can take home. This program is designed for youth in grades 2+; however, younger crafters are welcome with adult supervision. Registration required; space is limited. Our programs are free (& very popular)! We often […]
Ring in the New Year by enjoying your favorite video games with friends at the library! Bring back couch co-op for an evening & share the games that make you happy while celebrating the arrival of 2024. You may bring your own console or play on one of ours. Whether you're Team Xbox, Sony, Steam, […]
Design. Construct. Create. Build based on an offered challenge or do your thing with library-provided LEGOs. Other building & architecture materials will be available as well. This program is designed for youth in grades 2+; however, younger builders are welcome with adult supervision. Registration required; space is limited. Our programs are free (& very popular)! […]
Let's read some stories, share some songs, & learn something new together with Virtual Storytime. Little learners will expand their world & prepare for school through the Early Literacy practices of Talk, Sing, Read, Write, & Play. Kits will include a special link to YourMDL's YouTube channel along with supplies to create a themed craft […]
Welcome to a special storytime that meets wherever you are. Join us online for storytime over Zoom, featuring all the wonderful stories, songs & fingerplays you will find in-person. Zoom Storytime works in tandem with Virtual Storytime Kits to develop vocabulary, print awareness, & phonology. This program is planned with ages 2-6 in mind, but […]
Build up your bookshelf while enjoying an evening out with family & friends! This is your chance to yell "BINGO!" inside the main space of the library. Winners will be awarded books to keep & add to their libraries at home. Everyone ages 5+ is invited to join! Registration required; space limited. Our programs are […]
Participate in puzzle-making while munching on pizza! This program celebrates friendly competition as teams try to be the first to finish their puzzle. Everyone ages 5+ is invited to join! Registration required; space limited. Our programs are free (& very popular)! We often have a waiting list; if you register but can no longer attend, […]
Spend time with your Pokémon-loving peers. Each month, we'll have special events planned, from battling to card trading, video games to art projects--all in the name of our love for Pokémon. This program is designed for youth in grades 2+; however, younger PokéFans are welcome with adult supervision. Please look for further instructions in the […]