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Wigglers Storytime

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Kingsley Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Preschool

Join us for Wigglers Storytime! Ms. Beth engages our early and pre-readers with movement, music, crafts, and stories, to develop literacy, social skills, and confidence!

Library Branch: Kingsley Branch Library
Age Group: Babies, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for Wigglers Storytime! Ms. Beth engages our early and pre-readers with movement, music, crafts, and stories, to develop literacy, social skills, and confidence!

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

TADL Stitchers

Tuesday, March 24, 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 Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Thirlby Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Play/Just for Fun
Event Details:

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 "Babies" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

Wigglers Storytime

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Kingsley Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Preschool

Join us for Wigglers Storytime! Ms. Beth engages our early and pre-readers with movement, music, crafts, and stories, to develop literacy, social skills, and confidence!

Library Branch: Kingsley Branch Library
Age Group: Babies, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for Wigglers Storytime! Ms. Beth engages our early and pre-readers with movement, music, crafts, and stories, to develop literacy, social skills, and confidence!

This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Afternoon Book Club

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Kingsley Branch Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teen, Adults, Seniors

Join a thoughtful, established book club that meets on the last Wednesday at 2:00 pm every month! We read a mix of genres in both fiction and nonfiction.

Library Branch: Kingsley Branch Library
Age Group: Teen, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join a thoughtful, established book club that meets on the last Wednesday at 2:00 pm every month! We read a mix of genres in both fiction and nonfiction.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Twisted Quills: Teen Writing Group

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teen Services at Main Library - Traverse City
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Teen

All teen writers are welcome. Writer Jacqueline Burke will share her enthusiasm and skills. Guest authors may also come to share.

Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Teen Services
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Writing
Event Details:

All teen writers are welcome. Writer Jacqueline Burke will share her enthusiasm and skills. Guest authors may also come to share.

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Big Kids Storytime

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Kingsley Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool, Elementary, Families

Join librarians and volunteers for Big Kid Storytime! We encourage kids 4 and up to attend with their caregivers. Movement, music, stories, art, and more!

Library Branch: Kingsley Branch Library
Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Elementary, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join librarians and volunteers for Big Kid Storytime! We encourage kids 4 and up to attend with their caregivers. Movement, music, stories, art, and more!

This event is in the "Youth" group

Homeschool Group - Thematic Thursday

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Story Room - Youth Services at Main Library - Traverse City
Program Type:
Explore
Age Group:
Youth

Homeschool meet ups on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays, February 12th - May 14th (no 4th Thursday meetup in May).

Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Story Room - Youth Services
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Explore
Event Details:

Homeschool meet ups on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays, February 12th - May 14th (no 4th Thursday meetup in May).

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

Books & Brewskis

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Offsite
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us on the last Monday of each month at the Silver Spruce Brewery (unless otherwise noted). Readers can look forward to a laid-back atmosphere and lively discussion of the month's book choice, titles as varied and distinctive as the beer

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us on the last Monday of each month at the Silver Spruce Brewery (unless otherwise noted). Readers can look forward to a laid-back atmosphere and lively discussion of the month's book choice, titles as varied and distinctive as the beer

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tuesdays @ Two Book Club

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
McGuire Community Room at Main Library - Traverse City
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Do you like to read or listen to audiobooks across all genres? Do you like to talk about books, or just listen? Join the Tuesdays @ Two book discussion group on the last Tuesday of each month from 2pm to 3pm in the McGuire Room.

Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: McGuire Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Do you like to read or listen to audiobooks across all genres? Do you like to talk about books, or just listen? Join the Tuesdays @ Two book discussion group on the last Tuesday of each month from 2pm to 3pm in the McGuire Room.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teen" group

DIY Sensory Slime

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
McGuire Community Room at Main Library - Traverse City
Program Type:
Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Make, Play/Just for Fun
Age Group:
Tweens, Teen

Come create a slime fidget perfect for Spring Break! This is an easy to make sensory slime that will last for days, making it a great way to reduce boredom! 

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: McGuire Community Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teen
Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Make, Play/Just for Fun
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come create a slime fidget perfect for Spring Break! This is an easy to make sensory slime that will last for days, making it a great way to reduce boredom! 

This event is in the "Adults" group

East Bay Book Club

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
East Bay Branch Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a relaxed and friendly book discussion in the North Conference Room of the East Bay Township Building, across the parking lot from the East Bay Branch Library. Everyone is welcome!

Library Branch: East Bay Branch Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us for a relaxed and friendly book discussion in the North Conference Room of the East Bay Township Building, across the parking lot from the East Bay Branch Library. Everyone is welcome!

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

TADL Stitchers

Tuesday, March 31, 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 Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Thirlby Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Play/Just for Fun
Event Details:

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

2026 Wednesday Great Decisions: Community Conversations about Current World Affairs

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Thirlby Room at Main Library - Traverse City
Program Type:
Civics & Community, Discuss, Listen
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Registration for this current events and world issues 8-part discussion series will open at 9am on January 2, 2026.

Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Thirlby Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Civics & Community, Discuss, Listen
Event Details:

Registration for this current events and world issues 8-part discussion series will open at 9am on January 2, 2026.

This event is in the "Youth" group

Build and Create Biggie!

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
McGuire Community Room at Main Library - Traverse City
Program Type:
Play/Just for Fun, STEAM
Age Group:
Youth

Youth, families, preschool, elementary.

Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: McGuire Community Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Play/Just for Fun, STEAM
Event Details:

Youth, families, preschool, elementary.

Disclaimer(s)

Sensory Advisory

This event may include loud noises, bright lights, or other sensory information which may cause sensory sensitivity for some individuals. For more information, please contact the library.

This event is in the "Teen" group

French Conversation Group for Teens

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Teen Services at Main Library - Traverse City
Program Type:
Discuss
Age Group:
Teen

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

Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Teen Services
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Discuss
Event Details:

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

Disclaimer(s)

Food

This event is in the "Adults" group

French Language Discussion Group

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Thirlby Room at Main Library - Traverse City
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 every first Wednesday for a casual conversation group. All levels are welcome!

Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Thirlby Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discuss
Event Details:

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

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

Stay Golden Book Club--NEW!

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Thirlby Room at Main Library - Traverse City
Program Type:
Book Club, Discuss
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us--first thing in the morning--this book club is in collaboration with the Grand Traverse County Senior Center Network.

Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Thirlby Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club, Discuss
Event Details:

Join us--first thing in the morning--this book club is in collaboration with the Grand Traverse County Senior Center Network.

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group

NERF Mobile Games (ages 5 - 8)

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
McGuire Community Room at Main Library - Traverse City
Program Type:
Play/Just for Fun
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary

Kids aged 5 - 8 years old are invited to join in the NERF fun as you run, dodge, dive, and blast the competition! From "Capture the Flag" to "Eliminator" to "Zombie vs. Humans," players will put their physical and mental skills to the test.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: McGuire Community Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary
Program Type: Play/Just for Fun
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kids aged 5 - 8 years old are invited to join in the NERF fun as you run, dodge, dive, and blast the competition! From "Capture the Flag" to "Eliminator" to "Zombie vs. Humans," players will put their physical and mental skills to the test.

This event is in the "Babies" group

Baby Bookworms

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
East Bay Branch Library
Program Type:
Explore, Play/Just for Fun, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies

Calling all babies! Bring your parents and caregivers to the library to hang out with each other!

Library Branch: East Bay Branch Library
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Explore, Play/Just for Fun, Storytime
Event Details:

Calling all babies! Bring your parents and caregivers to the library to hang out with each other!

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

NERF Mobile Games (ages 9 - 12)

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
McGuire Community Room at Main Library - Traverse City
Program Type:
Play/Just for Fun
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary, Tweens

Tweens aged 9 - 12 years old are invited to join in the NERF fun as you run, dodge, dive, and blast the competition! From "Capture the Flag" to "Eliminator" to "Zombie vs. Humans," players will put their physical and mental skills to the test.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: McGuire Community Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary, Tweens
Program Type: Play/Just for Fun
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tweens aged 9 - 12 years old are invited to join in the NERF fun as you run, dodge, dive, and blast the competition! From "Capture the Flag" to "Eliminator" to "Zombie vs. Humans," players will put their physical and mental skills to the test.

Disclaimer(s)

Sensory Advisory

This event may include loud noises, bright lights, or other sensory information which may cause sensory sensitivity for some individuals. For more information, please contact the library.

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

Ageless Grace Brain Health Program at East Bay

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
East Bay Branch Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us and Lisa George at the East Bay Branch for her Brightletics class on Ageless Grace Neuroplasticity Exercises.
 

Library Branch: East Bay Branch Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join us and Lisa George at the East Bay Branch for her Brightletics class on Ageless Grace Neuroplasticity Exercises.
 

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Big Kids Storytime

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Kingsley Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool, Elementary, Families

Join librarians and volunteers for Big Kid Storytime! We encourage kids 4 and up to attend with their caregivers. Movement, music, stories, art, and more!

Library Branch: Kingsley Branch Library
Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Elementary, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join librarians and volunteers for Big Kid Storytime! We encourage kids 4 and up to attend with their caregivers. Movement, music, stories, art, and more!

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

Mind Your Money: Smart Finances for Everyone!

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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. 

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Thirlby Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discuss, Listen
Registration Required
Event Details:

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. 

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

Chair Yoga at East Bay

Friday, April 3, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
East Bay Branch Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us for a chair based yoga class with Certified Yoga Therapist and instructor, Janet Weaver, in the North Conference Room of the East Bay Township building, across the parking lot from the library. 

Library Branch: East Bay Branch Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join us for a chair based yoga class with Certified Yoga Therapist and instructor, Janet Weaver, in the North Conference Room of the East Bay Township building, across the parking lot from the library.