CLOSURE: Sunday March 15

The Main Library on Woodmere Ave. will be CLOSED for the day on Sunday March 15, due to the anticipated winter storm. All other TADL libraries are regularly closed on Sundays.

Upcoming Events

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TTRPG @ TADL

11:00am–3:00pm
Teen, Adults
Main Library - Traverse City
Cancelled
At Capacity
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 "All Ages" group

Seed Swap

1:00pm–2:00pm
All Ages
Kingsley Branch Library
Library Branch: Kingsley Branch Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Science/Nature
Event Details:

Join a community of growers at a free seed swap event, sponsored by the Kingsley Friends of the Library Children's Garden!

This event is in the "Teen" group

D&D For Teens "Call of the Piper" Group 1

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

We are opening up a new campaign for teen D&D players! DM Emma will guide you through her homebrew game. All skill levels are invited.

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Food

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

Anime Club

4:00pm–5:30pm
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
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 "Youth" group

BINGO

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:

Come try your hand at BINGO! You could win a free book!

This event is in the "Teen" group

No-Sew D&D Dice Bags

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

Calling all D&D lovers! Come make your own personalized no-sew dice bag to use at our teen D&D group or other TTRPG campaigns! All materials provided– just bring dice.

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

TADL Stitchers

6:00pm–7:45pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Thirlby Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Play/Just for Fun
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 "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: 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 "Teen" group

D&D For Teens Group 2

1:00pm–4:00pm
Teen
Main Library - Traverse City
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Teen Services
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join our ongoing campaign! All skill levels are invited. There will be various pre-made characters to choose from, but if you would like to bring your own, please make sure it is level one and made using the fifth edition rules. 

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Food

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

Gardening for Beginners

1:00pm–2:30pm
Youth, Teen, Adults, Seniors
Main Library - Traverse City
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: McGuire Community Room
Age Group: Youth, Teen, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Explore, Science/Nature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Workshop for beginning gardeners who are interested in learning how to start plants from seeds.

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

TADL Stitchers

6:00pm–7:45pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Thirlby Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Play/Just for Fun
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "Public Meeting" group

Adult Craft & Coloring Night

4:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Seniors, Public Meeting
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 "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 stitch with company over a nice cup of tea. All mediums welcome!

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
Cancelled
At Capacity
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 "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Morel Mushroom Hunting with Anthony Williams

2:00pm–3:30pm
Teen, Adults, Seniors
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: McGuire Community Room
Age Group: Teen, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Explore, Science/Nature
Event Details:

The Williams Family has been picking morels in Northern Michigan since the 1890s and Anthony's pickin' advice has been proven to be enlightening for everyone from novice to the seasoned pro.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Perler Beads for Teens

10:30am–7:30pm
Teen
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Teen Services
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies
Event Details:

Make a Perler Bead keychain, backpack clip or wall hanging. Stop by Teen Services anytime on Monday to participate.

We have tons of Perler Bead supplies! The program will end early if supplies run out, but they probably won't! 

This event is in the "Teen" group

DIY Sensory Slime for Teens

10:30am–7:30pm
Teen
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Teen Services
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Make, Play/Just for Fun
Event Details:

Come create a slime fidget perfect for Spring Break! This is an easy to make sensory slime that will last for days, making it a great way to reduce boredom! Stop by Teen Services anytime on Tuesday to participate.

This event is in the "Youth" group

Crafternoon in Youth Services

2:00pm–4:00pm
Youth
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

TADL Stitchers

6:00pm–7:45pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Thirlby Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies, Play/Just for Fun
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 "Teen" group

Teens: Paint our Bookends!

10:30am–7:30pm
Teen
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Teen Services
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Crafts/Games/Hobbies
Event Details:

Come paint our bookends! Some of our bookends are colorful, but we still have quite a few plain white ones. You don't need to be a skilled painter, you just need a bit of imagination. We have all the supplies needed.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Tiny Art Show Kickoff

3:00pm–4:30pm
All Ages
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Papercrafting Junk Journals

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library - Traverse City
Cancelled
At Capacity
Registration Required
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.