This event is in the "Youth" group Tween Time Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Story Room - Youth Services at Main Library - Traverse City Program Type: Arts, Crafts/Games/Hobbies, STEAM Age Group: Youth Tweens are invited to try their hands at various arts and crafts with STEAM related concepts and fun projects to make and take! This program is geared toward older kids grades 3-6. View Details This event is in the "Youth" group Mar 19 2026 Thu Tween Time 4:00pm–5:00pm Main Library - Traverse City Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City Room: Story Room - Youth Services Age Group: Youth Program Type: Arts, Crafts/Games/Hobbies, STEAM Event Details: Tweens are invited to try their hands at various arts and crafts with STEAM related concepts and fun projects to make and take! This program is geared toward older kids grades 3-6.
This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Ballads of Shorevania: a D&D inspired vocal performance Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm McGuire Community Room at Main Library - Traverse City Program Type: Arts, Explore, Listen Age Group: Youth, Teen, Adults, Seniors You're invited to join us for this unique live story-telling experience where you get to help choose how it goes. Click here to enjoy a preview! View Details This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Mar 21 2026 Sat Ballads of Shorevania: a D&D inspired vocal performance 4:00pm–5:30pm Main Library - Traverse City Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City Room: McGuire Community Room Age Group: Youth, Teen, Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts, Explore, Listen Event Details: You're invited to join us for this unique live story-telling experience where you get to help choose how it goes. Click here to enjoy a preview!
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, March 25, 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 Mar 25 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 "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 "Youth" group OpenSpot Theatre - workshop for kids Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm McGuire Community Room at Main Library - Traverse City Program Type: Arts Age Group: Youth Youth, elementary. View Details This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 1 2026 Wed OpenSpot Theatre - workshop for kids 11:00am–12:00pm Main Library - Traverse City Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City Room: McGuire Community Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Arts Event Details: Youth, 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 "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 "Teen" group Relax and Color Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 10:30am - 7:30pm Teen Services at Main Library - Traverse City Program Type: Arts Age Group: Teen Come and get out of the Spring Break weather by relaxing with coloring in Teen! We will put out our professional quality coloring pencils and alcohol markers and have a number items to color. View Details This event is in the "Teen" group Apr 2 2026 Thu Relax and Color 10:30am–7:30pm Main Library - Traverse City Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City Room: Teen Services Age Group: Teen Program Type: Arts Event Details: Come and get out of the Spring Break weather by relaxing with coloring in Teen! We will put out our professional quality coloring pencils and alcohol markers and have a number items to color. Disclaimer(s) Food
This event is in the "Youth" group Musical Storytime with the TC Philharmonic Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm McGuire Community Room at Main Library - Traverse City Program Type: Arts, Listen Age Group: Youth Youth, families, preschool, elementary. View Details This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 4 2026 Sat Musical Storytime with the TC Philharmonic 11:00am–12:00pm Main Library - Traverse City Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City Room: McGuire Community Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Arts, Listen 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 "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 "Adults" group Adult Coloring Night Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm East Bay Branch Library Program Type: Arts, Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Relax and unwind with an evening of coloring and conversation! Coloring sheets, artist pencils, and herbal tea provided.This event takes place on the first Tuesday of each month. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 7 2026 Tue Adult Coloring Night 5:30pm–7:00pm East Bay Branch Library Library Branch: East Bay Branch Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts, Health & Wellness Event Details: Relax and unwind with an evening of coloring and conversation! Coloring sheets, artist pencils, and herbal tea provided.This event takes place on the first Tuesday of each month.
This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Families" group OpenSpot Theatre: Six Week Theatre Class Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Kingsley Branch Library Program Type: Arts, Play/Just for Fun Age Group: Youth, Tweens, Teen, Adults, Seniors, All Ages, Families OpenSpot Theatre is back! For six weeks (Saturdays, April 11th-May 16th, from 11 a.m to 12 p.m.) we’ll be learning about singing, dancing and acting through fun games and activities. View Details This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Families" group Apr 11 2026 Sat OpenSpot Theatre: Six Week Theatre Class 11:00am–12:00pm Kingsley Branch Library Library Branch: Kingsley Branch Library Age Group: Youth, Tweens, Teen, Adults, Seniors, All Ages, Families Program Type: Arts, Play/Just for Fun Event Details: OpenSpot Theatre is back! For six weeks (Saturdays, April 11th-May 16th, from 11 a.m to 12 p.m.) we’ll be learning about singing, dancing and acting through fun games and activities.
This event is in the "Teen" group After-hours Poetry & Pizza Night! Friday, April 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm McGuire Community Room at Main Library - Traverse City Program Type: Arts, Celebrate, Writing Age Group: Teen Join us for an after-hours poetry and pizza night! We’ll have blackout poetry, poetry open mics, and a collaborative group poetry session– plus pizza and fun crafts! Register Now Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teen" group Apr 17 2026 Fri After-hours Poetry & Pizza Night! 6:00pm–8:00pm Main Library - Traverse City Register Now Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City Room: McGuire Community Room Age Group: Teen Program Type: Arts, Celebrate, Writing Registration Required Event Details: Join us for an after-hours poetry and pizza night! We’ll have blackout poetry, poetry open mics, and a collaborative group poetry session– plus pizza and fun crafts! Disclaimer(s) Food
This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Families" group OpenSpot Theatre: Six Week Theatre Class Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Kingsley Branch Library Program Type: Arts, Play/Just for Fun Age Group: Youth, Tweens, Teen, Adults, Seniors, All Ages, Families OpenSpot Theatre is back! For six weeks (Saturdays, April 11th-May 16th, from 11 a.m to 12 p.m.) we’ll be learning about singing, dancing and acting through fun games and activities. View Details This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Families" group Apr 18 2026 Sat OpenSpot Theatre: Six Week Theatre Class 11:00am–12:00pm Kingsley Branch Library Library Branch: Kingsley Branch Library Age Group: Youth, Tweens, Teen, Adults, Seniors, All Ages, Families Program Type: Arts, Play/Just for Fun Event Details: OpenSpot Theatre is back! For six weeks (Saturdays, April 11th-May 16th, from 11 a.m to 12 p.m.) we’ll be learning about singing, dancing and acting through fun games and activities.
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 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 "Youth" group This event is in the "Teen" group TADL MakerFest: Annual Earth Day Edition Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm Offsite Program Type: Arts, Science/Nature, STEAM Age Group: Youth, Teen Join us at Howe Arena for the latest and greatest celebration of Making and all things STEAM, in combination with our friend View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Teen" group Apr 25 2026 Sat TADL MakerFest: Annual Earth Day Edition 10:00am–2:00pm Offsite Library Branch: Offsite Age Group: Youth, Teen Program Type: Arts, Science/Nature, STEAM Event Details: Join us at Howe Arena for the latest and greatest celebration of Making and all things STEAM, in combination with our friend Disclaimer(s) Food 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 "Youth" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Families" group OpenSpot Theatre: Six Week Theatre Class Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Kingsley Branch Library Program Type: Arts, Play/Just for Fun Age Group: Youth, Tweens, Teen, Adults, Seniors, All Ages, Families OpenSpot Theatre is back! For six weeks (Saturdays, April 11th-May 16th, from 11 a.m to 12 p.m.) we’ll be learning about singing, dancing and acting through fun games and activities. View Details This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Families" group Apr 25 2026 Sat OpenSpot Theatre: Six Week Theatre Class 11:00am–12:00pm Kingsley Branch Library Library Branch: Kingsley Branch Library Age Group: Youth, Tweens, Teen, Adults, Seniors, All Ages, Families Program Type: Arts, Play/Just for Fun Event Details: OpenSpot Theatre is back! For six weeks (Saturdays, April 11th-May 16th, from 11 a.m to 12 p.m.) we’ll be learning about singing, dancing and acting through fun games and activities.
This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Poets' Night Out Live Reading Event Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 7:00pm - 9:30pm Offsite Program Type: Arts, Celebrate, Writing Age Group: Teen, Adults, Seniors In celebration of National Poetry Month, join us for this FREE live reading event of the Poets' Night Out 2026 poetry contest at Kirkbride Hall. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 26 2026 Sun Poets' Night Out Live Reading Event 7:00pm–9:30pm Offsite Library Branch: Offsite Age Group: Teen, Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts, Celebrate, Writing Event Details: In celebration of National Poetry Month, join us for this FREE live reading event of the Poets' Night Out 2026 poetry contest at Kirkbride Hall.
This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Families" group OpenSpot Theatre: Six Week Theatre Class Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Kingsley Branch Library Program Type: Arts, Play/Just for Fun Age Group: Youth, Tweens, Teen, Adults, Seniors, All Ages, Families OpenSpot Theatre is back! For six weeks (Saturdays, April 11th-May 16th, from 11 a.m to 12 p.m.) we’ll be learning about singing, dancing and acting through fun games and activities. View Details This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Families" group May 2 2026 Sat OpenSpot Theatre: Six Week Theatre Class 11:00am–12:00pm Kingsley Branch Library Library Branch: Kingsley Branch Library Age Group: Youth, Tweens, Teen, Adults, Seniors, All Ages, Families Program Type: Arts, Play/Just for Fun Event Details: OpenSpot Theatre is back! For six weeks (Saturdays, April 11th-May 16th, from 11 a.m to 12 p.m.) we’ll be learning about singing, dancing and acting through fun games and activities.
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.
This event is in the "Teen" group Sunburst Mother's Day Cards Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Teen Services at Main Library - Traverse City Program Type: Arts, Make Age Group: Teen Make a watercolor sunburst card to show your appreciation for your mom this Mother's Day! Craft a simple and pretty work of art in Mom's favorite colors, then write her a thoughtful message to show you care. View Details This event is in the "Teen" group May 5 2026 Tue Sunburst Mother's Day Cards 4:00pm–5:00pm Main Library - Traverse City Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City Room: Teen Services Age Group: Teen Program Type: Arts, Make Event Details: Make a watercolor sunburst card to show your appreciation for your mom this Mother's Day! Craft a simple and pretty work of art in Mom's favorite colors, then write her a thoughtful message to show you care.
This event is in the "Adults" group Adult Coloring Night Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm East Bay Branch Library Program Type: Arts, Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Relax and unwind with an evening of coloring and conversation! Coloring sheets, artist pencils, and herbal tea provided.This event takes place on the first Tuesday of each month. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group May 5 2026 Tue Adult Coloring Night 5:30pm–7:00pm East Bay Branch Library Library Branch: East Bay Branch Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts, Health & Wellness Event Details: Relax and unwind with an evening of coloring and conversation! Coloring sheets, artist pencils, and herbal tea provided.This event takes place on the first Tuesday of each month.
This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Families" group OpenSpot Theatre: Six Week Theatre Class Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Kingsley Branch Library Program Type: Arts, Play/Just for Fun Age Group: Youth, Tweens, Teen, Adults, Seniors, All Ages, Families OpenSpot Theatre is back! For six weeks (Saturdays, April 11th-May 16th, from 11 a.m to 12 p.m.) we’ll be learning about singing, dancing and acting through fun games and activities. View Details This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Families" group May 9 2026 Sat OpenSpot Theatre: Six Week Theatre Class 11:00am–12:00pm Kingsley Branch Library Library Branch: Kingsley Branch Library Age Group: Youth, Tweens, Teen, Adults, Seniors, All Ages, Families Program Type: Arts, Play/Just for Fun Event Details: OpenSpot Theatre is back! For six weeks (Saturdays, April 11th-May 16th, from 11 a.m to 12 p.m.) we’ll be learning about singing, dancing and acting through fun games and activities.
This event is in the "All Ages" group You and Ukulele: Springtime Edition Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm McGuire Community Room at Main Library - Traverse City Program Type: Arts Age Group: All Ages Intro to Ukulele with Bryan from STRUM View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group May 12 2026 Tue You and Ukulele: Springtime Edition 6:00pm–7:45pm Main Library - Traverse City Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City Room: McGuire Community Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts Event Details: Intro to Ukulele with Bryan from STRUM
