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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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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!

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Adult craft: Comfort Blankets for Gift of Life

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Crafts, In-Person
Event Details:

Join us to craft Comfort Blankets to gift to Michigan organ transplant donor families.

If you can tie a knot, you can help!  Comfort Blankets serve as a reminder of a loved one's generosity of giving life to another.  

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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 transplant donor families. Comfort Blankets serve as a reminder of a loved one's generosity of giving life to another.

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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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Raptors Up Close (Virtual Event)

3:30pm–4:30pm
Adult, Teen, Youth, 3-5 Years, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years, All Ages
Drop-In
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adult, Teen, Youth, 3-5 Years, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years, All Ages
Program Type: Drop-In
Event Details:

Drop in for a VIRTUAL meeting of three different charismatic raptors and learning what makes them so special.  We promise it will be a real hoot!

Christmas Holiday (observed)

All Day 12/24–12/25
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
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.

Make a Suncatcher

2:00pm–4:00pm
Youth, 18-36 Months, 3-5 Years, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Crafts, In-Person, Drop-In
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!

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 transplant donor families. Comfort Blankets serve as a reminder of a loved one's generosity of giving life to another.

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.

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.

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!

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

Construction Spring Break Week

All Day
Youth, 0-18 Months, 18-36 Months, 3-5 Years, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Activities, Crafts, In-Person, Drop-In, Technology & STEM
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! 

Outdoor Play Group - Drop In

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

Free Comic Book Day!

2:00pm–5:00pm
All Ages
In-Person, Drop-In
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 Play Group - Drop In

10:00am–12:00pm
Youth, 0-18 Months, 18-36 Months, 3-5 Years
Activities, Drop-In, Gardening & Nature
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 Play Group - Drop In

10:00am–12:00pm
Youth, 0-18 Months, 18-36 Months, 3-5 Years
Activities, Drop-In, Gardening & Nature
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 Play Group - Drop In

10:00am–12:00pm
Youth, 0-18 Months, 18-36 Months, 3-5 Years
Activities, Drop-In, Gardening & Nature
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 Play Group - Drop In

10:00am–12:00pm
Youth, 0-18 Months, 18-36 Months, 3-5 Years
Activities, Drop-In, Gardening & Nature
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 Play Group - Drop In

10:00am–12:00pm
Youth, 0-18 Months, 18-36 Months, 3-5 Years
Activities, Drop-In, Gardening & Nature
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 Play Group - Drop In

10:00am–12:00pm
Youth, 0-18 Months, 18-36 Months, 3-5 Years
Activities, Drop-In, Gardening & Nature
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
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 Play Group - Drop In

10:00am–12:00pm
Youth, 0-18 Months, 18-36 Months, 3-5 Years
Activities, Drop-In, Gardening & Nature
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 Play Group - Drop In

10:00am–12:00pm
Youth, 0-18 Months, 18-36 Months, 3-5 Years
Activities, Drop-In, Gardening & Nature
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 Play Group - Drop In

10:00am–12:00pm
Youth, 0-18 Months, 18-36 Months, 3-5 Years
Activities, Drop-In, Gardening & Nature
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 Play Group - Drop In

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