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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.

Image of two witches

A Wicked New Year Event

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Activities, Crafts, In-Person, Music
Age Group:
Youth, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years

Come and visit us in the Emerald City! 

Open
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, Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come and visit us in the Emerald City! 

two glasses with cucumber mojitos

Mocktail Workshop

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, In-Person, Food & Cooking
Age Group:
Adult

Mocktail workshop for Dry January. 

Craft zero-proof concoctions with whimsical garnishes, charming glassware, and easy tricks that make every drink feel like a celebration. 

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

Mocktail workshop for Dry January. 

Craft zero-proof concoctions with whimsical garnishes, charming glassware, and easy tricks that make every drink feel like a celebration. 

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!

candle painting

Teen Candle Painting

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Teen

Use melted wax from different colored candles to “paint” your own design on a white candle. Shout-out to Dorr Township Public Library for the inspiration!

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

Use melted wax from different colored candles to “paint” your own design on a white candle. Shout-out to Dorr Township Public Library for the inspiration!

group of four cutting and tying a fleece comfort blanket

Adult craft: Comfort Blankets for Gift of Life

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Adult, Teen

Join us to craft Comfort Blankets to gift to Michigan organ transplant and tissue donor families.  Choose from a session at 2pm or 3:30pm.

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

Join us to craft Comfort Blankets to gift to Michigan organ transplant and tissue donor families.  Choose from a session at 2pm or 3:30pm.

group of four cutting and tying a fleece comfort blanket

Adult craft: Comfort Blankets for Gift of Life

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Adult, Teen

Join us to craft Comfort Blankets to gift to Michigan organ transplant and tissue donor families.  Choose from a 2pm or a 3:30pm session. 

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

Join us to craft Comfort Blankets to gift to Michigan organ transplant and tissue donor families.  Choose from a 2pm or a 3:30pm session. 

small pot with beaded plant

Crafting Connection

Wednesday, January 28, 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.

Open
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.

Saja Boys

KPOP Demon Hunters Fan Fest

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, In-Person, Music
Age Group:
Youth, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years

Join the Pride or show your love for Huntrix by blinging yourself with fandom crafts, use this golden opportunity to transform yourself into a KPOP star, get your pre-show raymeon on, then help seal the honmoon with your voice and dance moves!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Youth, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Program Type: Crafts, In-Person, Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the Pride or show your love for Huntrix by blinging yourself with fandom crafts, use this golden opportunity to transform yourself into a KPOP star, get your pre-show raymeon on, then help seal the honmoon with your voice and dance moves!

KPOP Demon Hunters

KPOP Demon Hunters Fan Fest

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, In-Person, Music
Age Group:
Youth, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years

Join the Pride or show your love for Huntrix by blinging yourself with fandom crafts, use this golden opportunity to transform yourself into a KPOP star, get your pre-show raymeon on, then help seal the honmoon with your voice and dance moves!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Youth, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Program Type: Crafts, In-Person, Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the Pride or show your love for Huntrix by blinging yourself with fandom crafts, use this golden opportunity to transform yourself into a KPOP star, get your pre-show raymeon on, then help seal the honmoon with your voice and dance moves!

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.

Backyard Bird Bash

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Activities, Crafts, In-Person, Gardening & Nature
Age Group:
3-5 Years, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years

Celebrate our chirpy, cheerful backyard neighbors at this family event!

Enjoy backyard bird-themed games, crafts, and hands-on activities, like:

Building a life-sized bird nest 

Making adorable yarn owls

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

Celebrate our chirpy, cheerful backyard neighbors at this family event!

Enjoy backyard bird-themed games, crafts, and hands-on activities, like:

Building a life-sized bird nest 

Making adorable yarn owls

a branch with various fiber weaving

Crafting Connection

Wednesday, February 25, 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.

Open
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.

a young boy digs in a garden with small plants and garden tools

Family Garden Party

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Activities, Crafts, In-Person, Gardening & Nature
Age Group:
Youth, 3-5 Years, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years, All Ages

Let's kick-off the gardening season in style with a Garden Party! Bring the whole family and enjoy crafts, activities and resources to help you get your new garden started.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Youth, 3-5 Years, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years, All Ages
Program Type: Activities, Crafts, In-Person, Gardening & Nature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let's kick-off the gardening season in style with a Garden Party! Bring the whole family and enjoy crafts, activities and resources to help you get your new garden started.

seahorse diamond painting

Teen - Diamond Painting

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Teen

Snacks, tunes, and a craft—aka the perfect vibe check.

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

Snacks, tunes, and a craft—aka the perfect vibe check.

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

cupcakes with colorful flowers

Crafting Connection

Wednesday, March 25, 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.

Open
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.

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! 

mini graffiti fence craft

Teen - Mini Graffiti Fence

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Teen

Create your name in graffiti style and tag it on your own mini popsicle stick “fence.” Add color, detail, and personality—no artistic experience needed, just your creativity!

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

Create your name in graffiti style and tag it on your own mini popsicle stick “fence.” Add color, detail, and personality—no artistic experience needed, just your creativity!

a small glass vase with paper flowers

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.

Open
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.

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.

 

Intro to Crosstitch

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

 

Open
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

 

crafting connection logo over a variety of craft supplies

Crafting Connection

Wednesday, May 20, 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.

Open
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.