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Holiday Open House at East Bay Branch

12:00pm–2:00pm
Youth, Teen, Adults, Seniors, All Ages, Families
East Bay Branch Library
Library Branch: East Bay Branch Library
Age Group: Youth, Teen, Adults, Seniors, All Ages, Families
Program Type: Celebrate, Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Play/Just for Fun
Event Details:

Join us at the East Bay Branch Library for a holiday open house on Saturday December 6th from 12-2pm!  Celebrate the holiday season with us and enjoy snacks and treats, music, crafts, and games!  

This event is in the "Youth" group

DIY Delights: Glowmen and Whirligigs!

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:

Join Miss Kate for cozy winter craft program where we will bring the magic of winter to life with TWO charming hands-on crafts! Create an adorable glowing snowman friend to take home.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Escape Room

5:30pm–7:30pm
Teen
Main Library - Traverse City
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: McGuire Community Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Find the clues, solve the puzzles, and break the code before the time runs out!

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

Adult Escape Room

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library - Traverse City
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Nelson Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Details:

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 "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Craft and Chill

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

Tired after a long day of school? Come unwind with an afternoon of crafting in Teen Services! Try your hand at 3D art, quilling, jewelry making, and so much more-- featured crafts vary by month, so there's always something new to try. 

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

Build n' Create

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: Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Play/Just for Fun, STEAM
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
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

D&D Miniature Painting Class

5:00pm–7:30pm
Teen, Adults, All Ages
Main Library - Traverse City
At Capacity
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Thirlby Room
Age Group: Teen, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts, Crafts/Games/Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in learning about the basics of getting resin printed miniatures game ready! You will create your own miniature that will be printed and primed before the event for you to paint and take home.

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

Freestyle Writing Workshop

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teen, Adults, Seniors
Main Library - Traverse City
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Thirlby Room
Age Group: Teen, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Explore, Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Facilitated freestyle writing workshop with goal of fostering creativity and writing for wellness. Each workshop will begin with a warm-up followed by a prompt to get the ideas flowing.

This event is in the "Youth" group

Candy Houses (tickets required)

10:00am–10:30am
Youth
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: McGuire Community Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Play/Just for Fun
Event Details:

Youth, Preschool, Elementary, Families.

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 "Youth" group

Candy Houses (tickets required)

10:45am–11:15am
Youth
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: McGuire Community Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Play/Just for Fun
Event Details:

Youth, Preschool, Elementary, Families.

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 "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Chess Club

11:00am–12:00pm
Tweens, Teen
Main Library - Traverse City
Cancelled
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Teen Services
Age Group: Tweens, Teen
Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Play/Just for Fun
Event Details:

Looking for someone to play Chess with or interested in learning how?  Meet up in Teen Services to learn and have some fun. 

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

TTRPG @ TADL

11:00am–3:00pm
Teen, Adults
Main Library - Traverse City
Register Now
Registration Required
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 "Youth" group

Candy Houses (tickets required)

11:30am–12:00pm
Youth
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: McGuire Community Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Play/Just for Fun
Event Details:

Youth, Preschool, Elementary, Families.

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 "Youth" group

Candy Houses (tickets required)

12:15pm–12:45pm
Youth
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: McGuire Community Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Play/Just for Fun
Event Details:

Youth, Preschool, Elementary, Families.

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 "Teen" group

Teen Dungeons & Dragons

1:00pm–5:00pm
Teen
Main Library - Traverse City
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Teen Services
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join this fun teen-led D&D campaign! Your DM Frank has an exciting campaign planned for you. Everything you need is provided and both experienced and new players are welcome.

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

Anime Club

4:00pm–6:00pm
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
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
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Afternoon Tea & Stitch

2:00pm–3:30pm
Teen, Adults, Seniors
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 craft with company over a nice cup of tea. All mediums welcome!

This event is in the "Youth" group

BINGO w/ Miss Amanda

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: Crafts/Games/Hobbies
Event Details:

Join Miss Amanda for word building Bingo! Build skills and win books!

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

Build n' Create

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: Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Play/Just for Fun, STEAM
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
This event is in the "Adults" group

Dorset Crosswheel Button-Making Craft at East Bay

2:00pm–3:30pm
Teen, Adults
East Bay Branch Library
Library Branch: East Bay Branch Library
Age Group: Teen, Adults
Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies
Event Details:

East Bay is celebrating the 250th anniversary of the author Jane Austen’s birth all month long in December, so join us for an Austen-inspired craft of Dorset button making on December 18th!  The basic crosswheel pattern of a Dorset

This event is in the "Youth" group

Tween Time

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: 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 "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Holiday Make-n-Take

1:00pm–3:00pm
Youth, Elementary, Tweens, Families
Kingsley Branch Library
Library Branch: Kingsley Branch Library
Age Group: Youth, Elementary, Tweens, Families
Program Type: Arts, Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Make, Play/Just for Fun, STEAM
Event Details:

Drop in for making, crafting, and building fun! Challenge yourself to design your own fun at our random supply station, or try a couple of our planned crafts!

This event is FREE and open to the public.