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Memorial Day Weekend

All Day 5/25 - 5/27
Highland Township Public Library

The library will be closed today for the Memorial Day Holiday. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 28th.

Closing
Branches:
Highland Township Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed today for the Memorial Day Holiday. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 28th.

Reading while Camping

Kids Summer Reading!

All Day
Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Activities, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Youth, 3-5 Years, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Event Details:

Adventure Begins At Your Library!This summer we're challenging you to read every day! Kids ages 3 to 12 years can sign up for our Summer Reading Program starting June 1, and s...

Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Age Group: Youth, 3-5 Years, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Program Type: Activities, Books & Reading
Event Details:

Adventure Begins At Your Library!

This summer we're challenging you to read every day! 

Kids ages 3 to 12 years can sign up for our Summer Reading Program starting June 1, and stop by the library for:

Camp Mosquito

Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Activities, Crafts, In-Person, Gardening & Nature
Age Group:
Youth, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Event Details:

Camping-themed fun that may or may not include turkey basters filled with red food coloring.  Games, craft, and snack. You’ll be itching to get in here!  Best for 6 to 10...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Youth, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Program Type: Activities, Crafts, In-Person, Gardening & Nature
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Camping-themed fun that may or may not include turkey basters filled with red food coloring.  Games, craft, and snack. You’ll be itching to get in here!  Best for 6 to 10 year olds. Please register.

kids running through a sprinkler

Water Fun Day

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Outside at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Activities, Gardening & Nature
Age Group:
Adult, Teen, Youth, 0-18 Months, 18-36 Months, 3-5 Years, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years, All Ages
Event Details:

Wow!  Wistfully weave your way through water sprinklers and other whimsical, messy fun at this drop-in program!  Wander by from 10am to 2pm every Thursday this wonderful ...

Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Outside
Age Group: Adult, Teen, Youth, 0-18 Months, 18-36 Months, 3-5 Years, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years, All Ages
Program Type: Activities, Gardening & Nature
Event Details:

Wow!  Wistfully weave your way through water sprinklers and other whimsical, messy fun at this drop-in program!  Wander by from 10am to 2pm every Thursday this wonderful summer.  For all ages.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

STEM Motion: Drop In

Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Activities, Drop-In, Technology & STEM
Age Group:
Youth, 3-5 Years, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Event Details:

Explore physics and motion with the Marble Run, some inclined-plane mini races, buildable blocks, the whiteboard Roller Coaster, and more!  No registration, just drop in.

Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Youth, 3-5 Years, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Program Type: Activities, Drop-In, Technology & STEM
Event Details:

Explore physics and motion with the Marble Run, some inclined-plane mini races, buildable blocks, the whiteboard Roller Coaster, and more!  No registration, just drop in.

a magician with a card up his sleeve

Abracadabra Fun Show

Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Activities
Age Group:
Youth, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Event Details:

Join Dave The Entertainer for magic, laughs, games, and prizes in this forty-minute program for all ages. A family event (show is best for kids 5 and up).

Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Youth, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Program Type: Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Join Dave The Entertainer for magic, laughs, games, and prizes in this forty-minute program for all ages. A family event (show is best for kids 5 and up).

Kids doing cloud science!

Science Heroes: Adventure of the Lost Treasure!

Saturday, June 29, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Activities, Technology & STEM
Age Group:
Youth, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Event Details:

An Interactive STEM show!Join Science Heroes on a treasure-hunting adventure deep within the jungle!  Along the way, the audience helps the performer conduct exciting science ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Youth, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Program Type: Activities, Technology & STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 48
Event Details:

An Interactive STEM show!

Join Science Heroes on a treasure-hunting adventure deep within the jungle!  Along the way, the audience helps the performer conduct exciting science experiments that bring this story to life!

Independence Day

All Day
Highland Township Public Library

The library will be closed today for the Independence Day Holiday. We will reopen on Friday, July 5th.

Closing
Branches:
Highland Township Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed today for the Independence Day Holiday. We will reopen on Friday, July 5th.

an adorable squirrel holding an acorn

Campground Critters: Live Animals!

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Activities, Gardening & Nature
Age Group:
Youth, 3-5 Years, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Event Details:

​Live animals are coming to the library!  Come meet and greet some of the critters you might find while camping (not just in Michigan).  A fun, interactive program about ...

Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Youth, 3-5 Years, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Program Type: Activities, Gardening & Nature
Required
Seats Remaining: 80
Event Details:

​Live animals are coming to the library!  Come meet and greet some of the critters you might find while camping (not just in Michigan).  A fun, interactive program about books and the importance of reading.

pinecone snowy owl

Make a Pinecone Snowy Owl

All Day
Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Activities, Crafts, In-Person, Gardening & Nature
Age Group:
Youth, 3-5 Years, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Event Details:

Come create a cool snowy owl from a pinecone!  Drop by today to do this in-person craft.No registration; while supplies last!

Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Age Group: Youth, 3-5 Years, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Program Type: Activities, Crafts, In-Person, Gardening & Nature
Event Details:

Come create a cool snowy owl from a pinecone!  Drop by today to do this in-person craft.

No registration; while supplies last!

a baby dragon and a flying fairy with the words fairies & dragons

Fairies & Dragon Festival

Saturday, August 3, 2024 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Activities, In-Person, Gardening & Nature
Age Group:
Youth, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Event Details:

Join us for a magical celebration of our favorite fairy creatures! Whether you prefer the dainty fairies or roaring dragons, there will be something for everyone.Snack on fairy bre...

Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Youth, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Program Type: Activities, In-Person, Gardening & Nature
Event Details:

Join us for a magical celebration of our favorite fairy creatures! Whether you prefer the dainty fairies or roaring dragons, there will be something for everyone.

Snack on fairy bread while we make fairy crowns. 

Labor Day Weekend

All Day 8/31 - 9/2
Highland Township Public Library

The library will be closed today for the Labor Day Holiday. We will reopen on Tuesday, September 3rd.

Closing
Branches:
Highland Township Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed today for the Labor Day Holiday. We will reopen on Tuesday, September 3rd.

Staff In-Service

All Day
Highland Township Public Library

The library will be closed today for Staff In-Service. We will reopen on Saturday, November 16th.

Closing
Branches:
Highland Township Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed today for Staff In-Service. We will reopen on Saturday, November 16th.

Thanksgiving Day

All Day
Highland Township Public Library

The library will be closed today for the Thanksgiving Holiday. We will reopen on Friday, November 29th.

Closing
Branches:
Highland Township Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed today for the Thanksgiving Holiday. We will reopen on Friday, November 29th.

Christmas Holiday (observed)

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Highland Township Public Library

The library will be closed today for the Christmas Holiday. We will reopen on Thursday, December 26th.

Closing
Branches:
Highland Township Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed today for the Christmas Holiday. We will reopen on Thursday, December 26th.

New Year’s Holiday (observed)

All Day 12/31 - 1/1
Highland Township Public Library

The library will be closed today for the New Year's Holiday. We will reopen on Thursday, January 2nd.

Closing
Branches:
Highland Township Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed today for the New Year's Holiday. We will reopen on Thursday, January 2nd.