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Tech Help by Appt

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Main Level Group Study at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Technology & STEM
Age Group:
Adult

Do you have questions on how to use your tablet, phone or laptop? 

Would you like to learn how to download ebooks or magazines from the library?  Something else? 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Main Level Group Study
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology & STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you have questions on how to use your tablet, phone or laptop? 

Would you like to learn how to download ebooks or magazines from the library?  Something else? 

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "8-12 Years" group

Parent/Son Book Club

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Storytime Room at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Clubs
Age Group:
Youth, 8-12 Years

Boys, ages 8 to 12 and their parent are invited to have a snack, play a game and discuss a book. A specific book is focused on at each gathering.

Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, 8-12 Years
Program Type: Clubs
Event Details:

Boys, ages 8 to 12 and their parent are invited to have a snack, play a game and discuss a book. A specific book is focused on at each gathering.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

FRIENDS Big Book Sale

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Highland Township Public Library
Age Group:
All Ages

Join us for this BIG BOOK SALE by the Friends of the Library! We'll have the lower meeting rooms open and full of gently-used books for you to find and enjoy. Come buy quality used books at a very reasonable price!

Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Join us for this BIG BOOK SALE by the Friends of the Library! We'll have the lower meeting rooms open and full of gently-used books for you to find and enjoy. Come buy quality used books at a very reasonable price!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

FRIENDS Big Book Sale

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Highland Township Public Library
Age Group:
All Ages

Join us for this BIG BOOK SALE by the Friends of the Library! We'll have the lower meeting rooms open and full of gently-used books for you to find and enjoy. Come buy quality used books at a very reasonable price!

Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Join us for this BIG BOOK SALE by the Friends of the Library! We'll have the lower meeting rooms open and full of gently-used books for you to find and enjoy. Come buy quality used books at a very reasonable price!

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "3-5 Years" group
This event is in the "5-8 Years" group

Pet Vet Week

All Day
Storytime Room at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Activities, Drop-In, Technology & STEM
Age Group:
Youth, 3-5 Years, 5-8 Years

The Storytime Room is now the "Highland Stuffed Animal Vet Clinic!" 

Bring your (stuffed animal) pet, and YOU get to be the veterinarian in our play clinic.  

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

The Storytime Room is now the "Highland Stuffed Animal Vet Clinic!" 

Bring your (stuffed animal) pet, and YOU get to be the veterinarian in our play clinic.  

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "8-12 Years" group

Crafting Connection

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Adult, Teen, 8-12 Years

Monthly in-person craft project.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adult, Teen, 8-12 Years
Program Type: Crafts, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Monthly in-person craft project.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Tech Help by Appt

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 3:15pm - 3:45pm
Main Level Group Study at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Technology & STEM
Age Group:
Adult

Do you have questions on how to use your tablet, phone or laptop? 

Would you like to learn how to download ebooks or magazines from the library?  Something else? 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Main Level Group Study
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology & STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you have questions on how to use your tablet, phone or laptop? 

Would you like to learn how to download ebooks or magazines from the library?  Something else? 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Korea: Land of the Morning Calm

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Age Group:
Adult

South Korea is a small Asian country, but ranks significantly in U.S. history. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adult
Registration Required
Event Details:

South Korea is a small Asian country, but ranks significantly in U.S. history. 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Fungi of Michigan

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Nature
Age Group:
Adult

Did you know that fungi have a kingdom of their own?  Join Lorenzo Lo Piccolo to learn about the Fungi Kingdom and Michigan species.  This presentation will cover a fungal introduction, foraging and safety tips, foraging etiquette/sustai

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Gardening & Nature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Did you know that fungi have a kingdom of their own?  Join Lorenzo Lo Piccolo to learn about the Fungi Kingdom and Michigan species.  This presentation will cover a fungal introduction, foraging and safety tips, foraging etiquette/sustai

This event is in the "Adult" group

The Founding Mothers

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adult

Thank you to the Highland Township Historical Society for generously sponsoring this program!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Thank you to the Highland Township Historical Society for generously sponsoring this program!

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "5-8 Years" group
This event is in the "8-12 Years" group

Candy Sushi for Kids

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Age Group:
Youth, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years

Try your hand at making candy sushi - a sugar rush of fun!  Then play some games to practice your chopsticks skills!  Please let us know of any food allergies or intolerances so we can ensure your child can fully participate.  

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Youth, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Program Type: Food & Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Try your hand at making candy sushi - a sugar rush of fun!  Then play some games to practice your chopsticks skills!  Please let us know of any food allergies or intolerances so we can ensure your child can fully participate.  

This event is in the "Adult" group

Tech Help by Appt

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 3:15pm - 3:45pm
Main Level Group Study at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Technology & STEM
Age Group:
Adult

Do you have questions on how to use your tablet, phone or laptop? 

Would you like to learn how to download ebooks or magazines from the library?  Something else? 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Main Level Group Study
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology & STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you have questions on how to use your tablet, phone or laptop? 

Would you like to learn how to download ebooks or magazines from the library?  Something else? 

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen - Pizza & a Movie!

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Teen

This month's teen selection: Pixar's Elio. Pizza + movie = the perfect combo. 
Make sure to register so we don’t run out of slices!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

This month's teen selection: Pixar's Elio. Pizza + movie = the perfect combo. 
Make sure to register so we don’t run out of slices!

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "0-18 Months" group
This event is in the "18-36 Months" group
This event is in the "3-5 Years" group

Outdoor Play Group - Drop In

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Outside at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Activities, Drop-In, Gardening & Nature
Age Group:
Youth, 0-18 Months, 18-36 Months, 3-5 Years

For ages birth through 5 years, plus caregivers and families.  

Drop in between 10am and Noon to play and socialize.  

Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Outside
Age Group: Youth, 0-18 Months, 18-36 Months, 3-5 Years
Program Type: Activities, Drop-In, Gardening & Nature
Event Details:

For ages birth through 5 years, plus caregivers and families.  

Drop in between 10am and Noon to play and socialize.  

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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Free Comic Book Day!

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Drop-In
Age Group:
All Ages

It’s on like Donkey Kong! Swing by anytime between 2 PM and 5 PM to grab a few free comic books—our treat! This year marks our 15th Free Comic Book Day (FCBD)!

Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: In-Person, Drop-In
Event Details:

It’s on like Donkey Kong! Swing by anytime between 2 PM and 5 PM to grab a few free comic books—our treat! This year marks our 15th Free Comic Book Day (FCBD)!

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "8-12 Years" group

Parent/Daughter Book Club

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Clubs
Age Group:
Youth, 8-12 Years

Bring dinner and enjoy visiting with other book club members.  We will discuss a different book each month then play a game, engage in an activity, or make a craft that relates to it.

Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Youth, 8-12 Years
Program Type: Books & Reading, Clubs
Event Details:

Bring dinner and enjoy visiting with other book club members.  We will discuss a different book each month then play a game, engage in an activity, or make a craft that relates to it.

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "0-18 Months" group
This event is in the "18-36 Months" group
This event is in the "3-5 Years" group

Outdoor Play Group - Drop In

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Outside at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Activities, Drop-In, Gardening & Nature
Age Group:
Youth, 0-18 Months, 18-36 Months, 3-5 Years

For ages birth through 5 years, plus caregivers and families.  

Drop in between 10am and Noon to play and socialize.  

Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Outside
Age Group: Youth, 0-18 Months, 18-36 Months, 3-5 Years
Program Type: Activities, Drop-In, Gardening & Nature
Event Details:

For ages birth through 5 years, plus caregivers and families.  

Drop in between 10am and Noon to play and socialize.  

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "5-8 Years" group
This event is in the "8-12 Years" group

Kids Movie Afternoons

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Activities
Age Group:
Youth, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years

Getting out of school early today?  Swing by the library to unwind with a movie and some snacks.  Drop in - no need to register!

Movies will start at 1pm and 3pm.  Titles to be announced!

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

Getting out of school early today?  Swing by the library to unwind with a movie and some snacks.  Drop in - no need to register!

Movies will start at 1pm and 3pm.  Titles to be announced!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Highland Library Board Meeting

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Age Group:
All Ages

The Library Board meets on the first Tuesday of each month at 5:30pm. Meetings are open to the public.

Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

The Library Board meets on the first Tuesday of each month at 5:30pm. Meetings are open to the public.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Medicare Counseling by Appt

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 11:00am - 3:30pm
Main Level Group Study at Highland Township Public Library
Age Group:
Adult

A certified counselor from the MI Options Medicare Assistance Program (formerly MMAP) can help you review and compare plan choices, switch plans, answer questions, and troubleshoot. 

Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Main Level Group Study
Age Group: Adult
Event Details:

A certified counselor from the MI Options Medicare Assistance Program (formerly MMAP) can help you review and compare plan choices, switch plans, answer questions, and troubleshoot. 

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "5-8 Years" group
This event is in the "8-12 Years" group

Mother's Day Surprise

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Activities, Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Youth, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years

Time to make something for your mom, auntie, granny, tía, Nǎinai, or other well-loved person in your life!  Please register, then come between 5pm and 7pm.  Gift bag and card included.

 

Upcoming
Registration 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
Registration Required
Event Details:

Time to make something for your mom, auntie, granny, tía, Nǎinai, or other well-loved person in your life!  Please register, then come between 5pm and 7pm.  Gift bag and card included.

 

This event is in the "Adult" group

The Decision to Drop the Bomb

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adult

A talk on the events and considerations leading to the atomic bombing of Hiroshima & Nagasaki in 1945.

Presented by OCC Professor Emeritus Dennis Fiems.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

A talk on the events and considerations leading to the atomic bombing of Hiroshima & Nagasaki in 1945.

Presented by OCC Professor Emeritus Dennis Fiems.

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "0-18 Months" group
This event is in the "18-36 Months" group
This event is in the "3-5 Years" group

Outdoor Play Group - Drop In

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Outside at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Activities, Drop-In, Gardening & Nature
Age Group:
Youth, 0-18 Months, 18-36 Months, 3-5 Years

For ages birth through 5 years, plus caregivers and families.  

Drop in between 10am and Noon to play and socialize.  

Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Outside
Age Group: Youth, 0-18 Months, 18-36 Months, 3-5 Years
Program Type: Activities, Drop-In, Gardening & Nature
Event Details:

For ages birth through 5 years, plus caregivers and families.  

Drop in between 10am and Noon to play and socialize.  

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.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Intro to Cross-stitch

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Adult

Learn the basics of cross-stitch.

Every attendee will be provided with the materials to stitch a bookmark

 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Crafts, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of cross-stitch.

Every attendee will be provided with the materials to stitch a bookmark