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Spanish Language Conversation Meet-Up

Saturday, December 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Thirlby Room at Main Library - Traverse City
Program Type:
Discuss
Age Group:
Adults

Looking to practice your Spanish language skills, but don't have anyone to talk to? Please plan to join us every first Saturday for a casual conversation group. All levels are welcome!

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Crafts, Games & Hobbies

TADL Stitchers

Tuesday, December 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Thirlby Room at Main Library - Traverse City
Program Type:
Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Play/Just for Fun
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

TADL Stitchers is open to anyone with an interest in needlework in its many forms--knitting, crochet, cross stitch, needlepoint, quilting, embroidery, tatting, etc.  If you are having trouble with a project, others may be able to help. 

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Health & Wellness

Ageless Grace

Thursday, December 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
McGuire Community Room at Main Library - Traverse City
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors, All Ages

Join us and Lisa George for a class on Ageless Grace Neuroplasticity Exercises.

This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
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Everyone Has a Story

Thursday, December 10, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Kingsley Branch Library
Program Type:
Explore
Age Group:
Teen, Adults, Seniors

Join The Kingsley Folk School at Kingsley Branch Library for a relaxed, no-prep storytelling community circle. Inspired by NPR’s The Moth, the Everyone Has a Story series invites you to simply

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Escape Room

Adult Escape Room

Monday, December 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Nelson Room at Main Library - Traverse City
Program Type:
Crafts/Games/Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Can you escape?

Adult Escape Room adventure, prior experience not required, but highly encouraged as this is a tough adventure. Be prepared for a puzzling time!

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Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
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Mind Your Money: Smart Finances for Seniors

Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Thirlby Room at Main Library - Traverse City
Program Type:
Discuss, Listen
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

In this informative series, our partners from 5/3 Bank will share essential information to help you become more comfortable with your banking and finances in today's digital world. 

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Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

French Language Conversation Group at East Bay

Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
East Bay Branch Library
Program Type:
Discuss
Age Group:
Adults

Looking to practice your French language skills, but don't have anyone to talk to? Please plan to join us at the East Bay Branch Library every third Tuesday from 5:30pm - 6:30pm for a casual conversation group. All levels are welcome!

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Crafts, Games & Hobbies

TADL Stitchers

Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Thirlby Room at Main Library - Traverse City
Program Type:
Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Play/Just for Fun
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

TADL Stitchers is open to anyone with an interest in needlework in its many forms--knitting, crochet, cross stitch, needlepoint, quilting, embroidery, tatting, etc.  If you are having trouble with a project, others may be able to help. 

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Book Clubs

Queer Tales Book Club

Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Nelson Room at Main Library - Traverse City
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us for Queer Tales Book Club where we chat about books that are by and/or about LGBTQIA+ people. Reading is not required, and everyone is welcome.

We meet on the third Tuesday of the month at 7pm in the Nelson Room.

This event is in the "Public Meeting" group
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TADL Board of Trustees Meeting

Thursday, December 17, 2026 at 4:30pm - 7:30pm
McGuire Community Room at Main Library - Traverse City
Program Type:
Civics & Community, Discuss, Governance
Age Group:
Public Meeting

The Traverse Area District Library's Board of Trustees meeting is a regularly scheduled event and is held monthly on the third Thursday.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
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Parkinson's Disease 101

Thursday, December 17, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Thirlby Room at Main Library - Traverse City
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

In partnership with the Michigan Parkinson Foundation, we are pleased to be offering these bi-monthly informational programs about Parkinson's Disease.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Crafts, Games & Hobbies

TADL Stitchers

Tuesday, December 22, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Thirlby Room at Main Library - Traverse City
Program Type:
Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Play/Just for Fun
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

TADL Stitchers is open to anyone with an interest in needlework in its many forms--knitting, crochet, cross stitch, needlepoint, quilting, embroidery, tatting, etc.  If you are having trouble with a project, others may be able to help. 

Library Closed

All Day
Main Library - Traverse City, East Bay Branch Library, Kingsley Branch Library
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Library Closed

All Day
Main Library - Traverse City, East Bay Branch Library, Kingsley Branch Library
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Health & Wellness

Ageless Grace

Monday, December 28, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
McGuire Community Room at Main Library - Traverse City
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors, All Ages

Join us and Lisa George for a class on Ageless Grace Neuroplasticity Exercises.

This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Anime club

Anime Club

Monday, December 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
McGuire Community Room at Main Library - Traverse City
Program Type:
Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Discuss, Explore, Play/Just for Fun
Age Group:
Teen, Adults

Do you read manga? Watch anime? Love cosplay? Revel in fandoms? Join us!

We will watch a few episodes of the chosen anime and will have a craft available to do.

This program is intended for patrons 13-years-old and up.

Early Closure ~ 6:00pm

Monday, December 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Traverse City, East Bay Branch Library, Kingsley Branch Library
Closing
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Crafts, Games & Hobbies

TADL Stitchers

Tuesday, December 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Thirlby Room at Main Library - Traverse City
Program Type:
Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Play/Just for Fun
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

TADL Stitchers is open to anyone with an interest in needlework in its many forms--knitting, crochet, cross stitch, needlepoint, quilting, embroidery, tatting, etc.  If you are having trouble with a project, others may be able to help. 

Early Closure ~ 6:00pm

Tuesday, December 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Traverse City, East Bay Branch Library, Kingsley Branch Library
Closing

Early Closure ~ 6:00pm

Wednesday, December 30, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Traverse City, East Bay Branch Library, Kingsley Branch Library
Closing

Library Closed

All Day
Main Library - Traverse City, East Bay Branch Library, Kingsley Branch Library
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Library Closed

All Day
Main Library - Traverse City, East Bay Branch Library, Kingsley Branch Library
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