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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!

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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.

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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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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.

Tech Help by Appt

3:15pm–3:45pm
Adult
Technology & STEM
Open
Registration Required
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? 

Tech Help by Appt

6:00pm–6:30pm
Adult
Technology & STEM
Open
Registration Required
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? 

Tech Help by Appt

3:15pm–3:45pm
Adult
Technology & STEM
Upcoming
Registration Required
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? 

Tech Help by Appt

6:00pm–6:30pm
Adult
Technology & STEM
Upcoming
Registration Required
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? 

Tech Help by Appt

3:15pm–3:45pm
Adult
Technology & STEM
Upcoming
Registration Required
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? 

Tech Help by Appt

6:00pm–6:30pm
Adult
Technology & STEM
Upcoming
Registration Required
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? 

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.

Mad Science: Up, Up, and Away!

10:30am–11:30am
Youth, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Activities, Technology & STEM
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Youth, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Program Type: Activities, Technology & STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Mad Science of Detroit for a show that will blow you away!  During this event, experiments demonstrating the principles of air and pressure will captivate you!

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! 

Lego Fest!

10:00am–12:00pm
Youth, 0-18 Months, 18-36 Months, 3-5 Years, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Activities, Technology & STEM
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Youth, 0-18 Months, 18-36 Months, 3-5 Years, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Program Type: Activities, Technology & STEM
Event Details:

Build your Lego masterpiece or just have fun playing with our (literally) millions of Legos!  Proud of your masterpiece?  Display it in the library!

Lego Fest!

2:00pm–4:00pm
Youth, 0-18 Months, 18-36 Months, 3-5 Years, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Activities, In-Person, Technology & STEM
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Youth, 0-18 Months, 18-36 Months, 3-5 Years, 5-8 Years, 8-12 Years
Program Type: Activities, In-Person, Technology & STEM
Event Details:

Build your Lego masterpiece or just have fun playing with our (literally) millions of Legos!  Proud of your masterpiece?  Display it in the library!

Pet Vet Week

All Day
Youth, 3-5 Years, 5-8 Years
Activities, Drop-In, Technology & STEM
Library Branch: Highland Township Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, 3-5 Years, 5-8 Years
Program Type: Activities, Drop-In, Technology & STEM
Event Details:

The Storytime Room is now the "Highland Stuffed Animal Vet Clinic!" 

Bring your (stuffed animal) pet, and YOU get to be the veterinarian in our play clinic.  

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.

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.

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.

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 Saturday, 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 Saturday, January 2nd.