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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 Friday, December 26th.

Closing
Branches:
Highland Township Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed today for the Christmas Holiday. We will reopen on Friday, 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 Friday, 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 Friday, January 2nd.

Suncatcher

Make a Suncatcher

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, In-Person, Drop-In
Age Group:
Youth, 18-36 Months, 3-5 Years, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years

Brighten up your home this winter by making a suncatcher to hang in your window!  Drop-in after your half day of school ends!

Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Youth, 18-36 Months, 3-5 Years, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Program Type: Crafts, In-Person, Drop-In
Event Details:

Brighten up your home this winter by making a suncatcher to hang in your window!  Drop-in after your half day of school ends!

forever connected

Teen - Comfort Blankets

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Activities, Drop-In
Age Group:
Teen

Teens! Join in on this heartfelt Comfort Blanket making project for Michigan organ and tissue transplant donor families. Comfort Blankets serve as a reminder of a loved one's generosity of giving life to another.

Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Activities, Drop-In
Event Details:

Teens! Join in on this heartfelt Comfort Blanket making project for Michigan organ and tissue transplant donor families. Comfort Blankets serve as a reminder of a loved one's generosity of giving life to another.

baby wearing sunglasses and ready to party!

Baby Dance Party!

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Activities, Drop-In, Music
Age Group:
Youth, 0-18 Months, 18-36 Months

Time for a baby rave!  Bring your baby, toddler, or preschooler and all the bounce you've got!   Have fun playing with scarves, boogeying with shakers, and grooving along to some baby-friendly music.

Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Youth, 0-18 Months, 18-36 Months
Program Type: Activities, Drop-In, Music
Event Details:

Time for a baby rave!  Bring your baby, toddler, or preschooler and all the bounce you've got!   Have fun playing with scarves, boogeying with shakers, and grooving along to some baby-friendly music.

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.

Backyard Birds

All Month: Backyard Birds

All Day
Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Activities, Drop-In, Gardening & Nature
Age Group:
Youth, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years

Join us as we participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count!  Find activities and info on the birds in your backyard and beyond.  Drop in to the Youth Department all month long.

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

Join us as we participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count!  Find activities and info on the birds in your backyard and beyond.  Drop in to the Youth Department all month long.

Presidents' Day

All Day
Highland Township Public Library

The library will be closed for Presidents' Day. We'll reopen again on Tuesday, February 17th.

Closing
Branches:
Highland Township Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed for Presidents' Day. We'll reopen again on Tuesday, February 17th.

child using a sensory bin

Sensory Saturday

Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Activities, Drop-In
Age Group:
Youth, 0-18 Months, 18-36 Months, 3-5 Years

Join us for a drop-in Sensory experience!  Find your balance with stepping stones, try your hand at lacing, and explore your senses with our bins and other activities!

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

Join us for a drop-in Sensory experience!  Find your balance with stepping stones, try your hand at lacing, and explore your senses with our bins and other activities!

Pout-Pout Fish

Pout Pout Fish Play Time

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Activities, Crafts, In-Person, Drop-In
Age Group:
Youth, 0-18 Months, 18-36 Months, 3-5 Years, 5-8 Years

Turn a pout pout fish with a pout pout face's frown upside down by playing with him and his friends with ocean and emotion inspired activities.  Drop-in

Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Youth, 0-18 Months, 18-36 Months, 3-5 Years, 5-8 Years
Program Type: Activities, Crafts, In-Person, Drop-In
Event Details:

Turn a pout pout fish with a pout pout face's frown upside down by playing with him and his friends with ocean and emotion inspired activities.  Drop-in

Construction Week

Construction Spring Break Week

All Day
Storytime Room at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Activities, Crafts, In-Person, Drop-In, Technology & STEM
Age Group:
Youth, 0-18 Months, 18-36 Months, 3-5 Years, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years

It's Construction Week at the library!  Come in any time all week and enjoy playing with trucks and tools, building with fun materials, and more! 

Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, 0-18 Months, 18-36 Months, 3-5 Years, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Program Type: Activities, Crafts, In-Person, Drop-In, Technology & STEM
Event Details:

It's Construction Week at the library!  Come in any time all week and enjoy playing with trucks and tools, building with fun materials, and more! 

pet vet week with small animals

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.  

outdoor playgroup

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.

comic gal

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)!

outdoor playgroup

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.

outdoor playgroup

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.

outdoor playgroup

Outdoor Play Group - Drop In

Tuesday, May 12, 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.

outdoor playgroup

Outdoor Play Group - Drop In

Friday, May 15, 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.

outdoor playgroup

Outdoor Play Group - Drop In

Tuesday, May 19, 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.

outdoor playgroup

Outdoor Play Group - Drop In

Friday, May 22, 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.

Memorial Day Weekend

All Day 5/23 - 5/25
Highland Township Public Library

The library will be closed today for the Memorial Day Holiday. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 26th.

Closing
Branches:
Highland Township Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed today for the Memorial Day Holiday. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 26th.

outdoor playgroup

Outdoor Play Group - Drop In

Tuesday, May 26, 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.

outdoor playgroup

Outdoor Play Group - Drop In

Friday, May 29, 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.

outdoor playgroup

Outdoor Play Group - Drop In

Tuesday, June 2, 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.

outdoor playgroup

Outdoor Play Group - Drop In

Friday, June 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.