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10 am

Craft Club: Beach Glass and Seashells

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Montague Branch
Required
Library Branch: Montague Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

For our final craft club before summer break, we will be using beach glass and seashells to create beautiful art. Registration required. 

Muskegon Township Book Club

10:30am - 12:15pm
Adults
Muskegon Township Branch
Library Branch: Muskegon Township Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club

Gather and discuss the book of the month with fellow book lovers from your local community. Copies of the monthly selection are available at the library. New participants are always welcome!

 

Chair Yoga

10:30am - 11:30am
Adults
Holton Branch
Required
Library Branch: Holton Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Join us for Chair Yoga, a gentle practice in which postures are performed while seated and/or with the aid of a chair. It is a great form of yoga for beginners or anyone who wants to focus on a gentle practice.

Playtime Power Hour

10:30am - 11:30am
0-5
Muskegon Heights Branch
Required
Library Branch: Muskegon Heights Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: 0-5
Program Type: Early Literacy
Required
Seats Remaining: 15

Join us for a fun, informal, play-based program that allows your child(ren) to explore different play stations around the library. We will focus on playing, talking, singing, reading, and writing which are components that help children get ready to read. Ages 0-5. Registration required.

Grow a Little Reader (Bilingual)

10:00am - 11:00am
0-5
Ravenna Branch
Required
Library Branch: Ravenna Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: 0-5
Program Type: Early Literacy
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Join us for an interactive story time for kids ages 0-2. We will sing play and learn together! Families will bring home books and toys after the session. Presented by Read Muskegon. Registration required.

1, 2, 3, Play with Me

10:00am - 11:15am
0-5
Egelston Branch
Required
Library Branch: Egelston Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: 0-5
Program Type: Early Literacy
Required
Seats Remaining: 15

Play together, make new friends, and talk one-on-one with different community resource professionals each week in this 5-week program. Topics covered are early literacy, speech and language, child development, nutrition, and music & movement. Parents and caregivers are asked to commit to all five weeks. Registration required.

Grow a Little Reader: Spring Time

10:30am - 11:30am
0-5
Holton Branch
Required
Library Branch: Holton Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: 0-5
Program Type: Early Literacy
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join us for an interactive story time for kids ages 0-2. We will sing, play and learn together in this fun program about SPRING! Kids will bring home books and toys after the session. Presented by Read Muskegon.
11 am

Chair Yoga

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Norton Shores Branch
Required
Library Branch: Norton Shores Branch
Room: Community Room - Large
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Join Melanie of Mind Body Wellness for Chair Yoga-a gentle practice in which postures are performed while seated and/or with the aid of a chair.

Stretch & Much More

11:45am - 12:45pm
Adults
Ravenna Branch
Library Branch: Ravenna Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

$5 per class 
12 pm

Career and Education Counseling

12:00pm - 1:30pm
Teens, Adults
Holton Branch
Required
Library Branch: Holton Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Education
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Grand Valley State University Laker Educational Opportunity Center will have staff who will provide FREE advising and information on college admission to qualified adults who want to enter or continue a program of post-secondary education.

English Language Class - Free

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Adults
Norton Shores Branch
Library Branch: Norton Shores Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education
Event Details:

Join us to practice reading, writing and speaking English. All skill levels welcome! Classes are facilitated by Read Muskegon. Please call 231-747-7273 to register.

Egg to Chick Reveal

12:30pm - 1:30pm
Children
Holton Branch
Library Branch: Holton Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Education
Event Details:

Introducing our brand new baby chicks.  We've got it down to a science.  Watch a baby chick hatch! Learn about eggs and how they grow. 

 
1 pm

Career and Education Counseling

1:30pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Egelston Branch
Required
Library Branch: Egelston Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Grand Valley State University Laker Educational Opportunity Center will have staff who will provide FREE advising and information on college admission to qualified adults who want to enter or continue a program of post-secondary education.

Craft Club

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Muskegon Township Branch
Library Branch: Muskegon Township Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Meet up and work on craft projects with others. 

Bring a craft and join others to chat.  Any table top craft is welcome. 
2 pm

Tech Help

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Dalton Branch
Required
Library Branch: Dalton Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education, Tech
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Make an appointment to talk with Jake about your electronic device, old or new. Learn how to download and use MADL online apps, how to print from your phone, and more. Registration required.
3 pm

Movie Monday

3:00pm - 4:30pm
All Ages
Ravenna Branch
Library Branch: Ravenna Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Movie

Enjoy a family friendly movie on the big screen. Popcorn provided.

Dungeons & Dragons

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Tweens, Teens
North Muskegon Branch
Library Branch: North Muskegon Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Hang out with fellow teens and play Dungeons & Dragons. All experience levels welcome! Snacks provided. 

LEGO Club

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children
Norton Shores Branch
Library Branch: Norton Shores Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Let your imagination run wild with your designs. A large variety of Library LEGO are provided. Please leave your own favorite LEGO pieces at home.
4 pm

Orchard View Adult Education

4:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Norton Shores Branch
Library Branch: Norton Shores Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education
Event Details:

MADL is partnering with Orchard View's Adult Education program to offer educational opportunities designed to help adults achieve their academic and career goals.

Orchard View Adult Education

4:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Norton Shores Branch
Library Branch: Norton Shores Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education
Event Details:

MADL is partnering with Orchard View's Adult Education program to offer educational opportunities designed to help adults achieve their academic and career goals.

Play and Learn

4:30pm - 6:00pm
0-5
Muskegon Township Branch
Required
Library Branch: Muskegon Township Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: 0-5
Program Type: Early Literacy
Required
Seats Remaining: 15

Give your child(ren) a great start at our Great Start Play and Learn. These literacy-based events promote kindergarten readiness through developmentally appropriate educational play. Light dinner provided. Registration Required.

Career and Education Counseling

4:30pm - 6:30pm
Adults
Muskegon Heights Branch
Required
Library Branch: Muskegon Heights Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Grand Valley State University Laker Educational Opportunity Center will have staff who will provide FREE advising and information on college admission to qualified adults who want to enter or continue a program of post-secondary education.

Dungeons & Dragons

4:00pm - 6:30pm
Tweens, Teens
Montague Branch
Required
Library Branch: Montague Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Community, Education, Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Registration for Dungeons & Dragons is required and will be effective for the entire spring season March-May. 

Hands-on Cooking on a Budget

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children, 5-12
Holton Branch
Required
Library Branch: Holton Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Children, 5-12
Program Type: Education
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:
Learn to cook healthy meals on a budget. This series of hands-on classes teaches you how to shop for food, cook tasty recipes, and save money. You'll even get FREE groceries to practice at home, too! Registration required.
5 pm

Bow Wow Readers

5:30pm - 5:45pm
0-5
Egelston Branch
Required
Library Branch: Egelston Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: 0-5
Program Type: Early Literacy
Required
Seats Remaining: 1

Bow WOW Readers pairs people ages 6 and up with a trained therapy dog for reading or quality time. Registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Bow WOW Waiver: Attendance at this program requires signing a waiver. Please sign this waiver and either submit it to EGE@MADL.org or print it off and turn it in at your MADL branch before your scheduled Bow WOW appointment. 

Yarn Crafters Anonymous

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Norton Shores Branch
Required
Library Branch: Norton Shores Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Join us for a fun session crafting with other yarn enthusiasts.

Bow Wow Readers

5:45pm - 6:00pm
0-5
Egelston Branch
Required
Library Branch: Egelston Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: 0-5
Program Type: Early Literacy
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Bow WOW Readers pairs people ages 6 and up with a trained therapy dog for reading or quality time. Registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Bow WOW Waiver: Attendance at this program requires signing a waiver. Please sign this waiver and either submit it to EGE@MADL.org or print it off and turn it in at your MADL branch before your scheduled Bow WOW appointment. 

Craft Club Meetup and Exchange

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Norton Shores Branch
Library Branch: Norton Shores Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Calling all craft clubs and craft enthusiasts! Come meet up with other crafters and swap your unused craft supplies.  Whether you're in an established group, or just curious about crafting clubs, you are welcome to join, share what you a
6 pm

Bow Wow Readers

6:00pm - 6:15pm
0-5
Egelston Branch
Required
Library Branch: Egelston Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: 0-5
Program Type: Early Literacy
Required
Seats Remaining: 1

Bow WOW Readers pairs people ages 6 and up with a trained therapy dog for reading or quality time. Registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Bow WOW Waiver: Attendance at this program requires signing a waiver. Please sign this waiver and either submit it to EGE@MADL.org or print it off and turn it in at your MADL branch before your scheduled Bow WOW appointment. 

Book Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
North Muskegon Branch
Library Branch: North Muskegon Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Gather and discuss the book of the month with fellow book lovers from your local community. Copies of the monthly selection are available at the library. New participants are always welcome!

 

May book: The Six: The Untold Story of America's First Women Astronauts by Loren Grush

Vision Board Workshop

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Norton Shores Branch
Required
Library Branch: Norton Shores Branch
Room: Community Room - Large
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Join us for an evening of creative healing and intention setting! Jenn will show you how to tap into the dreams you have for the rest of 2025 and create collages that will help you ground those visions in reality.

Bow Wow Readers

6:15pm - 6:30pm
0-5
Egelston Branch
Required
Library Branch: Egelston Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: 0-5
Program Type: Early Literacy
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Bow WOW Readers pairs people ages 6 and up with a trained therapy dog for reading or quality time. Registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Bow WOW Waiver: Attendance at this program requires signing a waiver. Please sign this waiver and either submit it to EGE@MADL.org or print it off and turn it in at your MADL branch before your scheduled Bow WOW appointment. 
7 pm
8 pm
9 pm

Gentle Yoga in the Park

9:00pm - 10:00pm
Adults
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join Agewell Services for gentle yoga in beautiful Custer Park overlooking Muskegon Lake. This class features less intense positions at a slower pace. Includes yogi breath work, meditation, and relaxation.