CLOSURE: Monday March 16

All TADL locations will be closed Monday March 16 due to inclement weather.

Project READ - Reading to Engage Adults

Book and key with Project READ - Reading to Engage Adults

If you would like to learn to read, or improve your reading skills, this is a FREE program. Get one on one, private tutoring to help you set and achieve reading based goals, improve your reading skills and leave you more confident to succeed. Adults who are interested in this program should:

  • Be at least 17 years of age and not enrolled in school
  • Speak basic English
  • Be willing to meet at the library for tutoring 2 hours per week for a minimum of 6 months

Upcoming Events

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

2026 Monday Great Decisions: Community Conversations about Current World Affairs

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library - Traverse City
Cancelled
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Thirlby Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Civics & Community, Discuss, Listen
Event Details:

Want to talk about major world issues with others in our TC community? Join us for an eight week series to discuss current affairs topics that are timely and important talking points for our society. 

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

Cancelled due to Weather: Anime Club

4:00pm–5:30pm
Teen, Adults
Main Library - Traverse City
Cancelled
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Mind Your Money: Smart Finances for Seniors

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library - Traverse City
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Thirlby Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discuss, Listen
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this informative series, our partners from 5/3 Bank will share essential information to help you become more comfortable with your banking and finances in today's digital world. 

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

Guided Meditation for a Calm Mind and Kind Heart

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library - Traverse City
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: McGuire Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Guided meditation for all levels with experienced teachers and practitioners Steve and Theresa Bangle. No experience necessary. Participants are asked to come dressed comfortably.

This event is in the "Adults" group

French Language Discussion Group at East Bay

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults
East Bay Branch Library
Library Branch: East Bay Branch Library
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 at the East Bay Branch Library every third Tuesday from 5:30pm - 6:30pm for a casual conversation group. All levels are welcome!

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.