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This event is in the "Teen" group.

Free Feeding America Sack Lunches - Kids & Teens

11:00am - 12:30pm
Youth, Teen
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Lobby @ TADL Main Library
Age Group: Youth, Teen
Program Type: Civics & Community, Cooking & Food
Event Details:

Our friends at Feeding America West Michigan are providing free sack lunches (with juice boxes) for any child, teen, or developmentally disabled adult (up to age 26) in need of food this summer!

Disclaimer(s)

Food

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

Free Feeding America Sack Lunches - Kids & Teens

11:30am - 1:00pm
Youth, Teen
East Bay Branch Library
Library Branch: East Bay Branch Library
Age Group: Youth, Teen
Program Type: Civics & Community, Cooking & Food
Event Details:

Our friends at Feeding America West Michigan are providing free sack lunches (with juice boxes) for any child, teen, or developmentally disabled adult (up to age 26) in need of food this summer!

Disclaimer(s)

Food

Community Royal Parade - Cherry Festival

3:15pm - 8:15pm
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Bookmobile
Program Type: Bookmobile / Bookbike, Celebrate, Civics & Community

Independence Day

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library - Traverse City, East Bay Branch Library, Kingsley Branch Library
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Spanish Language Conversation Meet-Up

10:30am - 12:00pm
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 Spanish language skills, but don't have anyone to talk to? Please plan to join us every first Saturday for a casual conversation group. All levels are welcome!

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

Books to Movies

1:00pm - 5:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Thirlby Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

The book is always better but movies are so very entertaining. Join us and watch a movie based on a book or real life. Once in awhile we may show one just for the fun of it that is not based on anything but just pure enjoyment.  

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Storytime in Children's Garden

11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth
Main Library - Traverse City
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: GTA Children's Garden
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime, Summer
Event Details:

Step into a world of wonder with Storytime in the Children’s Garden! Surrounded by flowers, buzzing bees, and the magic of nature, we’ll share sweet stories, playful songs, and gentle movement perfect for little ones.

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

Free Feeding America Sack Lunches - Kids & Teens

11:00am - 12:30pm
Youth, Teen
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Lobby @ TADL Main Library
Age Group: Youth, Teen
Program Type: Civics & Community, Cooking & Food
Event Details:

Our friends at Feeding America West Michigan are providing free sack lunches (with juice boxes) for any child, teen, or developmentally disabled adult (up to age 26) in need of food this summer!

Disclaimer(s)

Food

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Book Cover-Inspired Mood Boards

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Teen
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Teen Services
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Summer
Event Details:

In need of inspiration? Why not look to the cover of one of your favorite books? Teens are welcomed to an afternoon of creating digital or physical mood boards inspired by some of the gorgeous YA covers out there.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

DIY Stepping Stones

1:00pm - 3:00pm
All Ages
Fife Lake Public Library
Library Branch: Fife Lake Public Library
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

We are making and decorating stepping stones, perfect to keep in your garden or other outdoor space!

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Make Something

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Story Room - Youth Services
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts, Crafts/Games/Hobbies
Event Details:

Let your imagination run wild at Make Something, a hands-on craft program where kids can cut, glue, and create to their heart’s content. All supplies are provided, so just bring your creativity!

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Clubhouse

10:00am - 12:00pm
Youth
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Front Lawn @ TADL Main Library
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Play/Just for Fun, Summer
Event Details:

Step into a world of stories, sunshine, and creativity! At Clubhouse, every day is an adventure.

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

Free Feeding America Sack Lunches - Kids & Teens

11:00am - 12:30pm
Youth, Teen
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Lobby @ TADL Main Library
Age Group: Youth, Teen
Program Type: Civics & Community, Cooking & Food
Event Details:

Our friends at Feeding America West Michigan are providing free sack lunches (with juice boxes) for any child, teen, or developmentally disabled adult (up to age 26) in need of food this summer!

Disclaimer(s)

Food

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

Free Feeding America Sack Lunches - Kids & Teens

11:30am - 1:00pm
Youth, Teen
East Bay Branch Library
Library Branch: East Bay Branch Library
Age Group: Youth, Teen
Program Type: Civics & Community, Cooking & Food
Event Details:

Our friends at Feeding America West Michigan are providing free sack lunches (with juice boxes) for any child, teen, or developmentally disabled adult (up to age 26) in need of food this summer!

Disclaimer(s)

Food

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

Summer Reading Clubhouse at East Bay

11:30am - 1:00pm
Youth, Families
East Bay Branch Library
Library Branch: East Bay Branch Library
Age Group: Youth, Families
Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Play/Just for Fun, Summer
Event Details:

Drop in to the Summer Reading Clubhouse in the yard at the East Bay Branch Library for games, snacks, prizes, free books and more!

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Tell-A-Tail

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Story Room - Youth Services
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Civics & Community
Event Details:

Curl up with a good book and a gentle, wagging listener! At Tell-A-Tail, kids can build confidence and practice reading aloud to friendly therapy dogs who love stories just as much as snuggles.

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 "Youth" 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.

Hero's Quest - Sword Fighting with the Historical Weapons Guild

10:30am - 12:00pm
Youth, Teen, Adults, Seniors, All Ages, Families
Kingsley Branch Library
Library Branch: Kingsley Branch Library
Age Group: Youth, Teen, Adults, Seniors, All Ages, Families
Program Type: Arts, Civics & Community, Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Health & Wellness, Play/Just for Fun, Summer
Event Details:

Join us for Hero's Quest! A weekly Wednesday summer program, based on Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson and Heroes of Olympus books. Each week, we will get in formation at Brownson Park for engaging movement, teamwork activities, and games.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Bread Making Class

10:30am - 12:30pm
Adults
Fife Lake Public Library
Library Branch: Fife Lake Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Join Paul to learn to make a unique bread. More details to come! Please call the library to register as space is limited. 

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.

Storytime @ Dennos Museum

11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth
Offsite
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a special Storytime @ Dennos Museum, where imagination meets art! Enjoy engaging stories surrounded by beautiful exhibits, then stick around for free crafts inspired by the museum’s collections.

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

Free Feeding America Sack Lunches - Kids & Teens

11:00am - 12:30pm
Youth, Teen
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Lobby @ TADL Main Library
Age Group: Youth, Teen
Program Type: Civics & Community, Cooking & Food
Event Details:

Our friends at Feeding America West Michigan are providing free sack lunches (with juice boxes) for any child, teen, or developmentally disabled adult (up to age 26) in need of food this summer!

Disclaimer(s)

Food

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

Free Feeding America Sack Lunches - Kids & Teens

11:30am - 1:00pm
Youth, Teen
East Bay Branch Library
Library Branch: East Bay Branch Library
Age Group: Youth, Teen
Program Type: Civics & Community, Cooking & Food
Event Details:

Our friends at Feeding America West Michigan are providing free sack lunches (with juice boxes) for any child, teen, or developmentally disabled adult (up to age 26) in need of food this summer!

Disclaimer(s)

Food

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Shibori Tie Dye for Teens!

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Teen
Main Library - Traverse City
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Front Lawn @ TADL Main Library
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Make, Play/Just for Fun, Summer
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an international take on tie dye! We will be doing shibori tie dye on the front lawn. Bring your summer reading shirt or any other white cotton item! All other supplies will be provided.