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The "Book Ends" Book Discussion

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
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!

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever

After-Hours Movie Night

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 4:45pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Youth, 3-5 Years, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Program Type: Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

An after-hours Family Movie Night featuring a Holiday-themed movie and a Hot-Cocoa bar!  Come for a fun evening with some snackaroos!

Please register for this AFTER-HOURS event and check in by 4:45pm!

 

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Adult Craft - Tiny Book Ornament

Monday, December 15, 2025 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
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make a customized ornament with your favorite books inside! 

Be sure to list the titles you want to include at registration. They will be printed for you to assemble at the event. 

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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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Adult craft: Comfort Blankets for Gift of Life

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Community Room at Highland Township Public Library
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Crafts, In-Person
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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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!

1:00pm:  The Grinch (2018, PG)

After-Hours Movie Night

4:45pm–7:00pm
Youth, 3-5 Years, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Activities
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Youth, 3-5 Years, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Program Type: Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

An after-hours Family Movie Night featuring a Holiday-themed movie and a Hot-Cocoa bar!  Come for a fun evening with some snackaroos!

Please register for this AFTER-HOURS event and check in by 4:45pm!

 

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.

A Wicked New Year Event

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

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
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.

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.

Minute to Win It Family Game Night

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adult, Teen, Youth, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Activities
Upcoming
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.

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.

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
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.

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.

Baby Dance Party!

10:30am–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
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.

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.

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
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.

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.

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!

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
Upcoming
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!