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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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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! 

Mocktail Workshop

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adult
Crafts, In-Person, Food & Cooking
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. 

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 Candle 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:

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!

Adult craft: Comfort Blankets for Gift of Life

2:00pm–5:00pm
Adult
Crafts, In-Person
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.  

Crafting Connection

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adult, Teen, 8-12 Years
Crafts, In-Person
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.

KPOP Demon Hunters Fan Fest

10:30am–12:00pm
Youth, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Crafts, In-Person, Music
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 Fan Fest

2:00pm–3:30pm
Youth, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Crafts, In-Person, Music
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
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

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. 

Teen - Diamond Painting

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

Teen - Mini Graffiti Fence

6:00pm–8:00pm
Teen
Crafts, In-Person
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!

Mother's Day Surprise

5:00pm–7:00pm
Youth, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Activities, Crafts, 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, 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.

 

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.

Father's Day Surprise

5:00pm–7:00pm
Youth, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Activities, Crafts, 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, Crafts, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make a delightful gift for your dad, grandpa, uncle, papí, baba, or other well-loved person in your life!  Please register, then come between 5pm and 7pm.  Card and gift bag included.

Independence Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Highland Township Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed today for the Independence Day Holiday. We will reopen on Monday, July 6th.

Labor Day Weekend

All Day 9/5–9/7
Closing
Branches:
Highland Township Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed today for the Labor Day Holiday. We will reopen on Tuesday, September 8th.

Teen Skeleton in a Jar!

6:00pm–8:00pm
Teen
Crafts, In-Person
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Crafts, In-Person

Staff In-Service

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Highland Township Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed today for Staff In-Service. We will reopen on Thursday, November 12th.

Thanksgiving Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Highland Township Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed today for the Thanksgiving Holiday. We will reopen on Friday, November 27th.