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A Wicked New Year Event

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
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! 

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Tech Help by Appt

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 3:15pm - 3:45pm
Main Level Group Study at Highland Township Public Library
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? 

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Puzzle Swap! Winter 2026

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:15am
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adult, All Ages
Event Details:

Do you have already-completed puzzles?  Exchange them for new-to-you puzzles at our semi-annual Puzzle Swap!

two glasses with cucumber mojitos

Mocktail Workshop

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
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. 

candle painting

Teen Candle Painting

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
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

Adults: Comfort Blankets for Gift of Life - 2pm

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
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.  This is the 2pm session. 

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
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. 

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Teen - Comfort Blankets

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
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.

small pot with beaded plant

Crafting Connection

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
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.

Wicked

Teen - Pizza & a Movie!

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

January's movie will be Wicked. The 1st Wicked movie not the 2nd. We'll get to that down the road. :-)

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A Wicked New Year Event

6:00pm–7:30pm
Youth, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Activities, Crafts, In-Person, Music
Waitlist
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! 

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Youth, 18-36 Months
Activities, Storytime & Early Learning
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, 18-36 Months
Program Type: Activities, Storytime & Early Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

EVERY CHILD READY TO READ: For children between 18-36 months at time of registration. This storytime is designed to help children with socialization, cognitive and small motor development. Each child must be accompanied by an adult.

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.

Toddler Storytime

11:30am–12:15pm
Youth, 18-36 Months
Activities, Storytime & Early Learning
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, 18-36 Months
Program Type: Activities, Storytime & Early Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

EVERY CHILD READY TO READ: For children between 18-36 months at time of registration. This storytime is designed to help children with socialization, cognitive and small motor development. Each child must be accompanied by an adult.

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.

Minute to Win It Family Game Night

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adult, Teen, Youth, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Activities
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adult, Teen, Youth, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Program Type: Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring your family to an awesome night of friendly competition as you try to complete various challenges in one minute.  Challenges designed for ages 5 and up.  Please arrive promptly at 6:00pm to compete in the family challenges!

Teen - Comfort Blankets

5:00pm–8:00pm
Teen
Activities, Drop-In
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.

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Youth, 18-36 Months
Activities, Storytime & Early Learning
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, 18-36 Months
Program Type: Activities, Storytime & Early Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

EVERY CHILD READY TO READ: For children between 18-36 months at time of registration. This storytime is designed to help children with socialization, cognitive and small motor development. Each child must be accompanied by an adult.

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.

Toddler Storytime

11:30am–12:15pm
Youth, 18-36 Months
Activities, Storytime & Early Learning
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, 18-36 Months
Program Type: Activities, Storytime & Early Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

EVERY CHILD READY TO READ: For children between 18-36 months at time of registration. This storytime is designed to help children with socialization, cognitive and small motor development. Each child must be accompanied by an adult.

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.

Baby Dance Party!

10:00am–12:00pm
Youth, 0-18 Months, 18-36 Months
Activities, Drop-In, 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.

All Month: Backyard Birds

All Day
Youth, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Activities, Drop-In, Gardening & Nature
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.

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Youth, 18-36 Months
Activities, Storytime & Early Learning
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, 18-36 Months
Program Type: Activities, Storytime & Early Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

EVERY CHILD READY TO READ: For children between 18-36 months at time of registration. This storytime is designed to help children with socialization, cognitive and small motor development. Each child must be accompanied by an adult.

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.

Toddler Storytime

11:30am–12:15pm
Youth, 18-36 Months
Activities, Storytime & Early Learning
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, 18-36 Months
Program Type: Activities, Storytime & Early Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

EVERY CHILD READY TO READ: For children between 18-36 months at time of registration. This storytime is designed to help children with socialization, cognitive and small motor development. Each child must be accompanied by an adult.

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.

Kids Movie Afternoons

1:00pm–5:00pm
Youth, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Activities
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!

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Youth, 18-36 Months
Activities, Storytime & Early Learning
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, 18-36 Months
Program Type: Activities, Storytime & Early Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

EVERY CHILD READY TO READ: For children between 18-36 months at time of registration. This storytime is designed to help children with socialization, cognitive and small motor development. Each child must be accompanied by an adult.

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.

Toddler Storytime

11:30am–12:15pm
Youth, 18-36 Months
Activities, Storytime & Early Learning
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, 18-36 Months
Program Type: Activities, Storytime & Early Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

EVERY CHILD READY TO READ: For children between 18-36 months at time of registration. This storytime is designed to help children with socialization, cognitive and small motor development. Each child must be accompanied by an adult.

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.

Presidents' Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Highland Township Public Library
Description:

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

Minecraft: Snowman's Paradise

10:30am–12:00pm
Youth, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Activities, In-Person
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Youth, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Program Type: Activities, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Arrayscape Gaming brings us an immersive Minecraft adventure!

Backyard Bird Bash

5:00pm–7:00pm
3-5 Years, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Activities, Crafts, In-Person, Gardening & Nature
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

Music Time @ Your Library

10:30am–11:30am
Youth, 0-18 Months, 18-36 Months, 3-5 Years
Activities, Music, Storytime & Early Learning
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Youth, 0-18 Months, 18-36 Months, 3-5 Years
Program Type: Activities, Music, Storytime & Early Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a Music Together@family class for children ages 0-5 years with a parent or caregiver. This program is brought to us by Music Time! of Milford.

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.

Teen Minecraft: Polar Bear Peak!

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teen
Activities, In-Person
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Activities, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

We've hired Arrayscape Gaming to give you a professionally run Minecraft experience! Embark on an exhilarating parkour competition to the peak of a majestic mountain!

Sensory Saturday

10:00am–12:00pm
Youth, 0-18 Months, 18-36 Months, 3-5 Years
Activities, Drop-In
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!

Kids Movie Afternoons

1:00pm–5:00pm
Youth, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Activities
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!

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Youth, 18-36 Months
Activities, Storytime & Early Learning
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, 18-36 Months
Program Type: Activities, Storytime & Early Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

EVERY CHILD READY TO READ: For children between 18-36 months at time of registration. This storytime is designed to help children with socialization, cognitive and small motor development. Each child must be accompanied by an adult.

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.

Toddler Storytime

11:30am–12:15pm
Youth, 18-36 Months
Activities, Storytime & Early Learning
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, 18-36 Months
Program Type: Activities, Storytime & Early Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

EVERY CHILD READY TO READ: For children between 18-36 months at time of registration. This storytime is designed to help children with socialization, cognitive and small motor development. Each child must be accompanied by an adult.

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.

Family Garden Party

2:00pm–4:00pm
Youth, 3-5 Years, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years, All Ages
Activities, Crafts, In-Person, Gardening & Nature
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.