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This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Cardio Drumming at East Bay I

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
East Bay Branch Library
Library Branch: East Bay Branch Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Want to engage your mind, body, and spirit, all at the same time? Want to have a fun time and get a little exercise, too? (Want an excuse to hit things without getting in trouble?)

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

Cardio Drumming at East Bay II

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Adults, Seniors
East Bay Branch Library
Library Branch: East Bay Branch Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Want to engage your mind, body, and spirit, all at the same time? Want to have a fun time and get a little exercise, too? (Want an excuse to hit things without getting in trouble?)

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

Traverse Area Historical Society

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: McGuire Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discuss, Genealogy/History
Event Details:

The goal of the Traverse Area Historical Society is to share local history of Traverse City and the Grand Traverse region.

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

Anime Club

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen, Adults
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, Summer
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

PWR! Moves: Michigan Parkinson Foundation Exercise Class

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Thirlby Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

A fun, in-person, hour long exercise class based on the PWR! moves for people with or suspected Parkinson's Disease and their caregivers. The class will be run by a PWR! certified physical therapist.

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

Volunteer Fair

4:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen, Adults, Seniors
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: McGuire Community Room
Age Group: Teen, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Civics & Community, Explore
Event Details:

Want to give back in 2025?

Looking for a way to do something for your community?

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

TADL Stitchers

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Seniors, Families
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Thirlby Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Families
Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies
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.

Queer Tales Book Club: All Systems Red

7:00pm - 7:45pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Nelson Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

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

Digital Drop-Ins

10:00am - 11:30am
Adults, Seniors
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Reference Desk
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Computers/Tech
Event Details:

Need a little help with your laptop, tablet, or phone? TADL's knowledgeable staff are available to answer your basic questions during this time and can set you up with resources for more information.

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

Know Your Rights: LGBTQ+ Info Night with ACLU

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teen, Adults, Seniors
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: McGuire Community Room
Age Group: Teen, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Civics & Community, Discuss
Event Details:

ACLU and local legal experts answer questions to help the LGBTQ+ community prepare for changes and challenges that may be on the horizon and what resources are available for assistance.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Yoga @TADL

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: McGuire Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join us for an hour of yoga, focusing on stress relief & anxiety. Adaptable for all abilities - suitable for beginners and those with mobility issues.

Sessions generously provided by:

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

Poets' Night Out Submission Due!

All Day
Teen, Adults, Seniors
Offsite
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Teen, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Writing
Event Details:

This is the last day to submit your poetry entries to be considered for the Poets' Night Out prizes. Complete rules and forms for entering can be found at www.poetsnightout.org

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.

Simply Delicious with Chef Tom

10:00am - 11:00am
Tweens, Teen, Adults, Seniors
Kingsley Branch Library
Library Branch: Kingsley Branch Library
Age Group: Tweens, Teen, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Cooking & Food
Event Details:

Join Chef Tom at the Kingsley Branch Library on the last Saturday of every month for “Simply Delicious with Chef Tom,” a quick and inspiring cooking class!

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

East Bay Stitchers

10:30am - 12:00pm
Teen, Adults, Seniors
East Bay Branch Library
Library Branch: East Bay Branch Library
Age Group: Teen, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Make
Event Details:

East Bay Branch Stitchers is open to anyone with an interest in stitching in its many forms - knitting, crocheting, cross stitching, needlepoint, quilting, embroidery, etc.  

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

Super Smash Bros Ultimate Tournament for Teens and Adults

1:00pm - 4:30pm
Teen, Adults
Main Library - Traverse City
Register Now
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: McGuire Community Room
Age Group: Teen, Adults
Program Type: Play/Just for Fun, Summer
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 48
Event Details:

Join us for a Super Smash Bros Ultimate tournament right here at the library! Tournament play will be organized by Cherry Capital Smash Bros. Systems and controllers will be provided, but bringing your own equipment is appreciated.

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

Books & Brewskis

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Offsite
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

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Adults
Main Library - Traverse City
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

PWR! Moves: Michigan Parkinson Foundation Exercise Class

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: McGuire Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

A fun, in-person, hour long exercise class based on the PWR! moves for people with or suspected Parkinson's Disease and their caregivers. The class will be run by a PWR! certified physical therapist.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

East Bay Book Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
East Bay Branch Library
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.
This event is in the "Families" group.

TADL Stitchers

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Seniors, Families
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Thirlby Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Families
Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies
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.

Digital Drop-Ins

10:00am - 11:30am
Adults, Seniors
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Reference Desk
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Computers/Tech
Event Details:

Need a little help with your laptop, tablet, or phone? TADL's knowledgeable staff are available to answer your basic questions during this time and can set you up with resources for more information.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Babies" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" 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.
This event is in the "Public Meeting" group.

Special Storytime with Mighty Miss Maya!

10:30am - 11:30am
Youth, Babies, Preschool, Elementary, Tweens, Teen, Adults, Seniors, All Ages, Families, Public Meeting
Kingsley Branch Library
Library Branch: Kingsley Branch Library
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Preschool, Elementary, Tweens, Teen, Adults, Seniors, All Ages, Families, Public Meeting
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a special storytime event in partnership with Precision Heating & Plumbing, featuring Mighty Miss Maya and her empowering children’s books championing inclusion and diversity. 

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

Afternoon Book Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen, Adults, Seniors
Kingsley Branch Library
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, but mostly nonfiction.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Great Decisions: Community Conversations about Current World Affairs

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Main Library - Traverse City
At Capacity
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Thirlby Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civics & Community, Discuss
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Registration for this current events and world issues 8-part discussion series in now full!