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

Make-Believers Story Time with Miss Kate

10:00am - 11:00am
Youth, Babies, Preschool
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Story Room - Youth Services
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Make-Believers is an energetic and engaging storytime with Miss Kate that welcomes preschoolers and their caregivers.

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

Wigglers Storytime

10:30am - 11:15am
Babies, Preschool
Kingsley Branch Library
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 "Babies" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Sing & Stomp

11:00am - 12:00pm
Babies, Preschool, Families
East Bay Branch Library
Library Branch: East Bay Branch Library
Age Group: Babies, Preschool, Families
Program Type: Play/Just for Fun, Storytime
Event Details:

Experience stories through music, movement and books with Mr. Matt.

We'll be in the North Conference Room of the Township offices, across the parking lot from the library.

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

Build n' Create

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth, Elementary, Tweens
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Story Room - Youth Services
Age Group: Youth, Elementary, Tweens
Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Make, Play/Just for Fun
Event Details:

Join us for fun with LEGO and other engineering challenges. Build something tall, moveable or stable, and challenge yourself to build & create.

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Teen Volunteers

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Teen
Main Library - Traverse City
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Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Teen Services
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Civics & Community
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Whether you need volunteer hours for school or are just looking to be more active in your community, the library would be pleased to benefit from your time.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

French Language Discussion Group

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Main Library - Traverse City
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.

Bad Treaties & Broken Promises, Local Author Bob Downes

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: McGuire Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Author Events
Event Details:

Traverse City author Bob Downes will speak on “Bad Treaties and Broken Promises” in a slide talk based on his new nonfiction history, “Raw Deal: The Indians of the Midwest and the Theft of Native Lands.” 

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Big Kid Storytime

11:00am - 12:00pm
Preschool, Elementary
Kingsley Branch Library
Library Branch: Kingsley Branch Library
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Play/Just for Fun, Storytime
Event Details:

Join other homeschool families for this parent-led 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.

Understanding Your Grief

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
East Bay Branch Library
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Registration
Library Branch: East Bay Branch Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discuss, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

A grief support group/class will be offered at the East Bay Branch Library on Thursdays from 1-3pm, beginning October 3, 2024.

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Teen Dungeons & Dragons

3:30pm - 6:45pm
Teen
Kingsley Branch Library
Library Branch: Kingsley Branch Library
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies
Event Details:

Join this fun teen-led D&D campaign in the Community Room. Typically, we’re playing 5e. Everything you need is provided!

Event is free and open to persons 13-19. For more information, please call the library at 231-263-5484.

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

Tween Time

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth, Elementary, Tweens
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Story Room - Youth Services
Age Group: Youth, Elementary, Tweens
Program Type: Make, Science/Nature, 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 "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 suitable for beginners and those with mobility issues.

Sessions generously provided by:

EmbodyTC | Founded in 2020

Annual Staff In-service

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library - Traverse City, East Bay Branch Library, Kingsley Branch Library
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Youth, Families
Program Type: Bookmobile / Bookbike, Author Events, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us at the City Opera House as we celebrate the return of the Traverse City Children's Book Festival! This free event is for all families.

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 "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Sunday Stories with Miss Kate & Special Guest Mighty Miss Maya

2:00pm - 2:30pm
Youth, Preschool, Elementary, Tweens, Families
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Story Room - Youth Services
Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Elementary, Tweens, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join Miss Kate and special guest reader, Mighty Miss Maya for an excellent storytime before your busy week begins. 

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

Storytime with Miss Carrie

10:00am - 11:00am
Youth, Babies, Preschool
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Story Room - Youth Services
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join Miss Carrie for stories, songs, fingerplays and fun! This program is geared toward preschool aged children, their caregivers and friends.  Call the library at 932-8503 for more info.  

This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Hobby Group with the Grand Traverse County Senior Center Network

10:00am - 12:00pm
Seniors
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Thirlby Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies

Wills for Veterans

10:00am - 5:00pm
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: McGuire Community Room
Event Details:

In observation of Veterans Day the Grand Traverse-Leelanau-Antrim Bar Association is
offering free Wills and Durable Powers of Attorney for estate planning to Veterans

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

DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Delights

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Elementary, Tweens
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Elementary, Tweens
Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Play/Just for Fun
Event Details:

Gobble gobble on over to the Youth Department to create a festive party hat for your upcoming seasonal holidays. Recommended ages 5+

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Escape Room

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Main Library - Traverse City
At Capacity
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Thirlby Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Can you escape?

Adult Escape Room adventure will be a table-top card-based escape room game. Prior experience not required, but highly encouraged as this is a tough adventure. Be prepared for a puzzling time!

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Babies" group.

Baby Time with Miss Michele

9:15am - 9:45am
Youth, Babies
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Story Room - Youth Services
Age Group: Youth, Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Baby Time with Miss Michele is an interactive story time introducing early literacy to our youngest patrons.  Geared toward families with children ages 0-12 months.

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

Toddler Time with Miss Michele

10:00am - 10:30am
Youth, Babies, Preschool
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Story Room - Youth Services
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join Miss Michele for Toddler Time (formerly Mother Goose Time) as she leads families with young children through stories, rhymes and books. For children aged 12-36 months.