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AARP TaxAide in person registration begins

All Day 1/2
Highland Township Public Library
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Age Group: Adult
Event Details:

IN PERSON registration for AARP TaxAide begins today, Friday, January 2nd, 2026.  

Ask at the adult reference desk and we'll be happy to make an appointment for you.

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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!

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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. 

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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.

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Highland Library Board Meeting

5:30pm–7:00pm
All Ages
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.

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.

Medicare Counseling by Appt

11:00am–3:30pm
Adult
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. 

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.

AARP TaxAide

10:00am–4:30pm
Adult
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adult
Event Details:

IN PERSON registration at the library begins Friday, January 2nd, 2026.

TELEPHONE registration begins on Thursday, January 22nd.

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.

Deer & Rabbit Resistant Plantings

6:00pm–7:45pm
Adult
Gardening & Nature
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Gardening & Nature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Deer & Rabbit Resistant Plantings & Critter Deterrents 

Preschool Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Youth, 3-5 Years
Storytime & Early Learning
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Youth, 3-5 Years
Program Type: Storytime & Early Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

EVERY CHILD READY TO READ: This story time, for children 3-5 years and an adult, features stories, movement songs, and a craft.

Preschool Storytime

11:30am–12:15pm
Youth, 3-5 Years
Storytime & Early Learning
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Youth, 3-5 Years
Program Type: Storytime & Early Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

EVERY CHILD READY TO READ: This story time, for children 3-5 years and an adult, features stories, movement songs, and a craft.

Read to Ruby

6:00pm–7:00pm
Youth, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Books & Reading
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Details:

Does your child need a bit of reading practice?  Ruby, a sweet Certified Therapy Dog, will happily listen quietly without putting any pressure on your reader.

Adult Craft: Chenille Stem Flowers

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

We'll be transforming chenille stems (once known as pipe cleaners) into pretty spring flowers!

Limited space; please register in advance.  This is an in-person craft for adults.

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.

The "Book Ends" Book Discussion

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adult
Books & Reading
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Details:

A friendly book group for adults. Pick up a copy of this month's book at the circulation desk or check out a digital copy – we’d love to have you join us!

No need to register in advance - new members are welcome.

The "Book Ends" Book Discussion

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adult
Books & Reading
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Details:

A friendly book group for adults.  Pick up a copy of this month's book at the circulation desk or check out a digital copy – we’d love to have you join us!

This month's title is _____________________________________. 

FRIENDS of the Highland Library Meeting

5:30pm–7:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Lower Level Group Study
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

FRIENDS meetings are held every other month on the second Thursday of the month at 5:30pm. Meetings are open to the public.

Teen - Diamond Painting

5:30pm–8:00pm
Teen
Crafts, In-Person
Open
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.

Preschool Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Youth, 3-5 Years
Storytime & Early Learning
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Youth, 3-5 Years
Program Type: Storytime & Early Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

EVERY CHILD READY TO READ: This story time, for children 3-5 years and an adult, features stories, movement songs, and a craft.

Preschool Storytime

11:30am–12:15pm
Youth, 3-5 Years
Storytime & Early Learning
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Youth, 3-5 Years
Program Type: Storytime & Early Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

EVERY CHILD READY TO READ: This story time, for children 3-5 years and an adult, features stories, movement songs, and a craft.

Cooking for St. Patrick's Day

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adult
Food & Cooking
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Food & Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

It's St. Patrick's Day!  Mary Spencer from Taste: A Cook’s Place will demonstrate how to cook 2 Irish recipes with lots of great cooking tips.

There will be samples for you to try after the demo.

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.

AARP TaxAide

10:00am–4:30pm
Adult
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adult
Event Details:

IN PERSON registration at the library begins Friday, January 2nd, 2026.

TELEPHONE registration begins on Thursday, January 22nd.

Pout Pout Fish Play Time

10:00am–12:00pm
Youth, 0-18 Months, 18-36 Months, 3-5 Years, 5-8 Years
Activities, Crafts, In-Person, 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