This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Morel Mushroom Hunting with Anthony Williams Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm McGuire Community Room at Main Library - Traverse City Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Explore, Science/Nature Age Group: Teen, Adults, Seniors The Williams Family has been picking morels in Northern Michigan since the 1890s and Anthony's pickin' advice has been proven to be enlightening for everyone from novice to the seasoned pro. View Details This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Mar 28 2026 Sat Morel Mushroom Hunting with Anthony Williams 2:00pm–3:30pm Main Library - Traverse City Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City Room: McGuire Community Room Age Group: Teen, Adults, Seniors Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Explore, Science/Nature Event Details: The Williams Family has been picking morels in Northern Michigan since the 1890s and Anthony's pickin' advice has been proven to be enlightening for everyone from novice to the seasoned pro.
This event is in the "Teen" group Perler Beads for Teens Monday, March 30, 2026 at 10:30am - 7:30pm Teen Services at Main Library - Traverse City Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies Age Group: Teen Make a Perler Bead keychain, backpack clip or wall hanging. Stop by Teen Services anytime on Monday to participate.We have tons of Perler Bead supplies! The program will end early if supplies run out, but they probably won't! View Details This event is in the "Teen" group Mar 30 2026 Mon Perler Beads for Teens 10:30am–7:30pm Main Library - Traverse City Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City Room: Teen Services Age Group: Teen Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies Event Details: Make a Perler Bead keychain, backpack clip or wall hanging. Stop by Teen Services anytime on Monday to participate.We have tons of Perler Bead supplies! The program will end early if supplies run out, but they probably won't!
This event is in the "Teen" group DIY Sensory Slime for Teens Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 10:30am - 7:30pm Teen Services at Main Library - Traverse City Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Make, Play/Just for Fun Age Group: 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! Stop by Teen Services anytime on Tuesday to participate. View Details This event is in the "Teen" group Mar 31 2026 Tue DIY Sensory Slime for Teens 10:30am–7:30pm Main Library - Traverse City Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City Room: Teen Services Age Group: Teen Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Make, Play/Just for Fun 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! Stop by Teen Services anytime on Tuesday to participate.
This event is in the "Youth" group Crafternoon in Youth Services Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Main Library - Traverse City Program Type: Arts, Crafts/Games/Hobbies Age Group: Youth Join us for an afternoon of crafting in the Youth Department as we bust out the supplies from our craft closet and give you several crafting options to choose from. Drop-in anytime over the course of the program.No sign-up required. View Details This event is in the "Youth" group Mar 31 2026 Tue Crafternoon in Youth Services 2:00pm–4:00pm Main Library - Traverse City Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City Age Group: Youth Program Type: Arts, Crafts/Games/Hobbies Event Details: Join us for an afternoon of crafting in the Youth Department as we bust out the supplies from our craft closet and give you several crafting options to choose from. Drop-in anytime over the course of the program.No sign-up required.
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. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Mar 31 2026 Tue TADL Stitchers 6:00pm–7:45pm Main Library - Traverse City 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 "Teen" group Teens: Paint our Bookends! Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 10:30am - 7:30pm Teen Services at Main Library - Traverse City Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies Age Group: Teen Come paint our bookends! Some of our bookends are colorful, but we still have quite a few plain white ones. You don't need to be a skilled painter, you just need a bit of imagination. We have all the supplies needed. View Details This event is in the "Teen" group Apr 1 2026 Wed Teens: Paint our Bookends! 10:30am–7:30pm Main Library - Traverse City Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City Room: Teen Services Age Group: Teen Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies Event Details: Come paint our bookends! Some of our bookends are colorful, but we still have quite a few plain white ones. You don't need to be a skilled painter, you just need a bit of imagination. We have all the supplies needed.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Tiny Art Show Kickoff Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm East Bay Branch Library Program Type: Arts, Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Make Age Group: All Ages Drop in to create your very own 3 X 3 inch masterpiece that will be displayed at the library in April!All ages welcome. All materials provided. View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Apr 1 2026 Wed Tiny Art Show Kickoff 3:00pm–4:30pm East Bay Branch Library Library Branch: East Bay Branch Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts, Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Make Event Details: Drop in to create your very own 3 X 3 inch masterpiece that will be displayed at the library in April!All ages welcome. All materials provided.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Papercrafting Junk Journals Monday, April 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Thirlby Room at Main Library - Traverse City Program Type: Arts, Crafts/Games/Hobbies Age Group: Adults, Seniors Have you ever wondered how to recycle your greeting cards? Or maybe you'd rather create a journal or memory book from a tissue box. Cancelled At Capacity View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 6 2026 Mon Cancelled Papercrafting Junk Journals 6:00pm–8:00pm Main Library - Traverse City At Capacity Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City Room: Thirlby Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts, Crafts/Games/Hobbies Registration Required Event Details: Have you ever wondered how to recycle your greeting cards? Or maybe you'd rather create a journal or memory book from a tissue box.
This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teen" group Make Your Own Magnet Poetry Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Teen Services at Main Library - Traverse City Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Make, Writing Age Group: Tweens, Teen Make your own set of personalized magnetic poetry with us! Our Magnet poetry board is always popular during National Poetry Month, so we want to give teens the opportunity to make their own. Petrichor. Sonder. Effervescent. View Details This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teen" group Apr 7 2026 Tue Make Your Own Magnet Poetry 3:30pm–4:30pm Main Library - Traverse City Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City Room: Teen Services Age Group: Tweens, Teen Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Make, Writing Event Details: Make your own set of personalized magnetic poetry with us! Our Magnet poetry board is always popular during National Poetry Month, so we want to give teens the opportunity to make their own. Petrichor. Sonder. Effervescent.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group TADL Stitchers Tuesday, April 7, 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. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 7 2026 Tue TADL Stitchers 6:00pm–7:45pm Main Library - Traverse City 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 "Teen" group This event is in the "Adults" group TTRPG @ TADL Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 3:00pm Study Room D at Main Library - Traverse City Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies Age Group: Teen, Adults Come play a homebrew tabletop role playing game (TTRPG) at the library! Register Now Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 11 2026 Sat TTRPG @ TADL 11:00am–3:00pm Main Library - Traverse City Register Now Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City Room: Study Room D Age Group: Teen, Adults Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies Registration Required Event Details: Come play a homebrew tabletop role playing game (TTRPG) at the library!
This event is in the "Teen" group D&D For Teens "Call of the Piper" Group 1 Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm Teen Services at Main Library - Traverse City Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies Age Group: Teen We are opening up a new campaign for teen D&D players! DM Emma will guide you through her homebrew game. All skill levels are invited. Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teen" group Apr 11 2026 Sat D&D For Teens "Call of the Piper" Group 1 1:00pm–5:00pm Main Library - Traverse City Waitlist Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City Room: Teen Services Age Group: Teen Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies Registration Required Event Details: We are opening up a new campaign for teen D&D players! DM Emma will guide you through her homebrew game. All skill levels are invited. Disclaimer(s) Food
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Cancelled -Adult Escape Room Monday, April 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Nelson Room at Main Library - Traverse City Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies Age Group: Adults, Seniors Cancelled See you Autumn 2026 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! View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Cancelled -Adult Escape Room 6:00pm–7:30pm Main Library - Traverse City Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City Room: Nelson Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies Event Details: Cancelled See you Autumn 2026 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!
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group TADL Stitchers Tuesday, April 14, 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. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 14 2026 Tue TADL Stitchers 6:00pm–7:45pm Main Library - Traverse City 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 "Teen" group D&D For Teens Group 2 Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm Teen Services at Main Library - Traverse City Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies Age Group: Teen Join our ongoing campaign! All skill levels are invited. There will be various pre-made characters to choose from, but if you would like to bring your own, please make sure it is level one and made using the fifth edition rules. Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teen" group Apr 18 2026 Sat D&D For Teens Group 2 1:00pm–4:00pm Main Library - Traverse City Waitlist Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City Room: Teen Services Age Group: Teen Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies Registration Required Event Details: Join our ongoing campaign! All skill levels are invited. There will be various pre-made characters to choose from, but if you would like to bring your own, please make sure it is level one and made using the fifth edition rules. Disclaimer(s) Food
This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adults" group Anime Club Monday, April 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm 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. View Details This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Anime Club 4:00pm–6:00pm Main Library - Traverse City Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City Room: McGuire Community Room Age Group: Teen, Adults Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Discuss, Explore, Play/Just for Fun Event Details: 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.
This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adults" group Sashiko Denim Embroidery Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm McGuire Community Room at Main Library - Traverse City Program Type: Arts, Crafts/Games/Hobbies Age Group: Teen, Adults Learn to mend worn-out jeans with the beautiful art of Sashiko embroidery! This Japanese fiber art uses simple running stitches to strengthen fraying fabrics and turn old clothing into unique new looks. View Details This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 21 2026 Tue Sashiko Denim Embroidery 3:30pm–5:00pm Main Library - Traverse City Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City Room: McGuire Community Room Age Group: Teen, Adults Program Type: Arts, Crafts/Games/Hobbies Event Details: Learn to mend worn-out jeans with the beautiful art of Sashiko embroidery! This Japanese fiber art uses simple running stitches to strengthen fraying fabrics and turn old clothing into unique new looks.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group TADL Stitchers Tuesday, April 21, 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. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 21 2026 Tue TADL Stitchers 6:00pm–7:45pm Main Library - Traverse City 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 This event is in the "Public Meeting" group Adult Craft & Coloring Night Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm Fireplace @ Adult Services at Main Library - Traverse City Program Type: Arts, Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Make Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Public Meeting Missed out on our cool monthly craft? Drop in to our monthly Adult Craft & Coloring Night on the 4th Wednesday of each month. Crafting supplies will be out from 4 to 7pm by the fireplace on the second floor. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "Public Meeting" group Apr 22 2026 Wed Adult Craft & Coloring Night 4:00pm–7:00pm Main Library - Traverse City Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City Room: Fireplace @ Adult Services Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Public Meeting Program Type: Arts, Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Make Event Details: Missed out on our cool monthly craft? Drop in to our monthly Adult Craft & Coloring Night on the 4th Wednesday of each month. Crafting supplies will be out from 4 to 7pm by the fireplace on the second floor.
This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Afternoon Tea & Stitch Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm East Bay Branch Library Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Make Age Group: Teen, Adults, Seniors Bring your project and stitch with company over a nice cup of tea. All mediums welcome! View Details This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 23 2026 Thu Afternoon Tea & Stitch 2:00pm–3:30pm East Bay Branch Library Library Branch: East Bay Branch Library Age Group: Teen, Adults, Seniors Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Make Event Details: Bring your project and stitch with company over a nice cup of tea. All mediums welcome!
This event is in the "Teen" group D&D For Teens "Call of the Piper" Group 1 Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm Teen Services at Main Library - Traverse City Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies Age Group: Teen We are opening up a new campaign for teen D&D players! DM Emma will guide you through her homebrew game. All skill levels are invited. Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teen" group Apr 25 2026 Sat D&D For Teens "Call of the Piper" Group 1 1:00pm–5:00pm Main Library - Traverse City Waitlist Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City Room: Teen Services Age Group: Teen Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies Registration Required Event Details: We are opening up a new campaign for teen D&D players! DM Emma will guide you through her homebrew game. All skill levels are invited. Disclaimer(s) Food
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group TADL Stitchers Tuesday, April 28, 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. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 28 2026 Tue TADL Stitchers 6:00pm–7:45pm Main Library - Traverse City 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 "Teen" group D&D For Teens Group 2 Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm Teen Services at Main Library - Traverse City Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies Age Group: Teen Join our ongoing campaign! All skill levels are invited. There will be various pre-made characters to choose from, but if you would like to bring your own, please make sure it is level one and made using the fifth edition rules. Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teen" group May 2 2026 Sat D&D For Teens Group 2 1:00pm–4:00pm Main Library - Traverse City Waitlist Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City Room: Teen Services Age Group: Teen Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies Registration Required Event Details: Join our ongoing campaign! All skill levels are invited. There will be various pre-made characters to choose from, but if you would like to bring your own, please make sure it is level one and made using the fifth edition rules. Disclaimer(s) Food
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Papercrafting Junk Journals Monday, May 4, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Thirlby Room at Main Library - Traverse City Program Type: Arts, Crafts/Games/Hobbies Age Group: Adults, Seniors Have you ever wondered how to recycle your greeting cards? Or maybe you'd rather create a journal or memory book from a tissue box. Cancelled At Capacity View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group May 4 2026 Mon Cancelled Papercrafting Junk Journals 6:00pm–8:00pm Main Library - Traverse City At Capacity Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City Room: Thirlby Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts, Crafts/Games/Hobbies Registration Required Event Details: Have you ever wondered how to recycle your greeting cards? Or maybe you'd rather create a journal or memory book from a tissue box.