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Mahjong Tiles

Mahjong Group

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Coeling Activity Room at Charlevoix Public Library
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Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Coeling Activity Room
Event Details:

Mahjong is a tile-based game that's similar to poker and rummy, and involves matching tiles to form sets and pairs. To learn more or play the game, drop in to the Coeling Activity Room on Tuesdays or Thursdays from 12:00 - 4:00pm.

legos

Legos @ the Library

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Activity Center at Charlevoix Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Youth Programs

Age Group:

Youth, Children, Tweens, Teens
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Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Youth, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Youth Programs
Event Details:

Get creative in the Youth Activity Center with other Lego fans! You can add to your creation each time or make something entirely new! This is a drop-in activity; no registration is required. Recommended for ages 6 and up.

Knitters

Charlevoix Library Knitters

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Trustees Conference Room at Charlevoix Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Everyone
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Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Trustees Conference Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Anyone interested in knitting, please feel free to join the Knitting Group which meets weekly: Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 pm in the Trustees Conference Room. All ideas and skill levels are welcome! Led by Lynne Herrmann. 

bubble party

The Big Bubble Dance Party

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Garden at Charlevoix Public Library

Program Type:

Youth Programs

Age Group:

Youth, Babies, Children, Tweens, Teens
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Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Children's Garden
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Youth Programs
Event Details:

Join us in the Children’s Garden with special guest Joel Tacey for a poppin’ good time!

nerf

Teen NERF Wars

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Outside Grounds at Charlevoix Public Library

Program Type:

Other, Performance, Youth Programs

Age Group:

Tweens, Teens
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Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Outside Grounds
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other, Performance, Youth Programs
Event Details:

Players will run, dodge, and dive as they try to out-wit and out-blast the competition during a super fun NERF Mobile Game. This program is for up to 50 tweens and teens. No registration required. 

Board Meeting July 9, 2025

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Trustees Conference Room at Charlevoix Public Library
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Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Trustees Conference Room
Event Details:

Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees

Mahjong Evening

Evening Mahjong Group

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Coeling Activity Room at Charlevoix Public Library
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Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Coeling Activity Room
Event Details:

Mahjong in the evening!

Jazz at the Library with logo on piano keys

Jazz at the Library

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children's Garden at Charlevoix Public Library

Program Type:

Concerts

Age Group:

Adults
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Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Children's Garden
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Concerts
Event Details:

The talented Jazz at the Library trio is Andy Evans on bass, Jon Lindeneau on drums, and Steve Stargardt on keys. They will be performing with special guests throughout the summer.

CPL Farmers Market

Storytime at the Farmers Market

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Off Site

Program Type:

Storytime, Youth Programs

Age Group:

Youth, Babies, Children
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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime, Youth Programs
Event Details:

Join our community at the Charlevoix Farmers Market for delicious food, local vendors, and library fun!

ironton

The History of Old Ironton with Ole Lyngklip

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room A+B at Charlevoix Public Library

Program Type:

Education, Other

Age Group:

Adults, Everyone
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Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Community Room A+B
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Education, Other
Event Details:

Local historian Ole Lyngklip will present a program on the history of Ironton, MI, 1875-1925, using many rare images and information he has found during his decades of research and writing on the subject.

Open Sew graphic

Open Sew

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 3:30pm
Community Room A+B at Charlevoix Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults
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Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Community Room A+B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Anyone interested in sewing and conversation, please join the newly formed Sewing Group. Open to the public as a drop in community sewing group. All are welcome! 

Wooden Birdhouse Decorating

Crafternoon for Kids: Birdhouse Decorating

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Activity Center at Charlevoix Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Youth Programs

Age Group:

Youth, Children, Tweens, Teens
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Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Youth, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Youth Programs
Event Details:

Let your imagination soar by painting and decorating a wooden birdhouse! Personalize your very own birdhouse using vibrant paints and an assortment of fun embellishments.

Mahjong Tiles

Mahjong Group

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Coeling Activity Room at Charlevoix Public Library
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Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Coeling Activity Room
Event Details:

Mahjong is a tile-based game that's similar to poker and rummy, and involves matching tiles to form sets and pairs. To learn more or play the game, drop in to the Coeling Activity Room on Tuesdays or Thursdays from 12:00 - 4:00pm.

Papyrology

The Michigan Papyrus Collection with Brendan Haug from the University of Michigan

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room A+B at Charlevoix Public Library

Program Type:

Exhibit, Education

Age Group:

Adults, Everyone
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Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Community Room A+B
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Exhibit, Education
Event Details:

Brendan Haug, Associate Professor of Classical Studies & Archivist of the Papyrology Collection at the University of Michigan, will introduce us to the Michigan Papyrus Collection.

Knitters

Charlevoix Library Knitters

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Trustees Conference Room at Charlevoix Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Everyone
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Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Trustees Conference Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Anyone interested in knitting, please feel free to join the Knitting Group which meets weekly: Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 pm in the Trustees Conference Room. All ideas and skill levels are welcome! Led by Lynne Herrmann. 

Cute clay charms!

Teen Craft: Easy Clay Charms

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen Lounge at Charlevoix Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Youth Programs

Age Group:

Teens
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Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Teen Lounge
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Youth Programs
Event Details:

Use air-dry clay to sculpt your own mini charms for keychains, zipper pulls, or jewelry. This drop-in Teen Program runs from 1pm to 3pm. All materials provided. While supplies last. 

Mahjong Evening

Evening Mahjong Group

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Coeling Activity Room at Charlevoix Public Library
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Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Coeling Activity Room
Event Details:

Mahjong in the evening!

Jazz at the Library with logo on piano keys

Jazz at the Library

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children's Garden at Charlevoix Public Library

Program Type:

Concerts

Age Group:

Adults
View Details
Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Children's Garden
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Concerts
Event Details:

The talented Jazz at the Library trio is Andy Evans on bass, Jon Lindeneau on drums, and Steve Stargardt on keys. They will be performing with special guests throughout the summer.

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Age Group

The Big Bubble Dance Party

11:00am–12:00pm
Youth, Babies, Children, Tweens, Teens
Children's Garden
Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Children's Garden
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Youth Programs
Event Details:

Join us in the Children’s Garden with special guest Joel Tacey for a poppin’ good time!

Storytime at the Farmers Market

10:30am–11:00am
Youth, Babies, Children
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime, Youth Programs
Event Details:

Join our community at the Charlevoix Farmers Market for delicious food, local vendors, and library fun!

Storytime in the Garden

10:30am–11:00am
Youth, Babies, Children
Children's Garden
Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Children's Garden
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime, Youth Programs
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday for Storytime in the Garden! Gather with new friends as we read stories, shake our sillies out, sing, dance, and have tons of fun! In the event of inclement weather, story time will take place in the Community Room.

Destination Storytime: Hungry Ducks Farm

11:00am–12:00pm
Youth, Babies, Children
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime, Youth Programs
Event Details:

Join us at Hungry Ducks for an interactive outdoor storytime on the farm! We will be reading all about farms and visiting with a few of our favorite animal friends.

Camouflage Animals

2:00pm–3:00pm
Youth, Babies, Children, Tweens, Teens
Community Room A+B
Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Community Room A+B
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Youth Programs
Event Details:

Join us in Community Rooms A&B for a visit with LIVE animals! In honor of our Summer Reading Club Theme, “Color Our World”, we will be learning all about colorful, camouflaged animals from different countries and diverse ecosystems.

Storytime in the Garden

10:30am–11:00am
Youth, Babies, Children
Children's Garden
Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Children's Garden
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime, Youth Programs
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday for Storytime in the Garden! Gather with new friends as we read stories, shake our sillies out, sing, dance, and have tons of fun! In the event of inclement weather, story time will take place in the Community Room.

Bim the Bunny Puppet Show

11:00am–12:00pm
Youth, Babies, Children
Community Room A+B
Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Community Room A+B
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Children
Program Type: Performance, Youth Programs
Event Details:

Step into a world of wonder with Bim the Bunny’s Magical Puppet Show, an enchanting and interactive puppet performance filled with laughter and surprises. Bim the Bunny is the enthusiastic assistant to a mysterious and talented magician.

Storytime in the Garden

10:30am–11:00am
Youth, Babies, Children
Children's Garden
Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Children's Garden
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime, Youth Programs
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday for Storytime in the Garden! Gather with new friends as we read stories, shake our sillies out, sing, dance, and have tons of fun! In the event of inclement weather, story time will take place in the Community Room.

Destination Storytime: Castle Farms

11:00am–12:00pm
Youth, Babies, Children
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime, Youth Programs
Event Details:

Hear Ye, Hear Ye! We are gathering all library storytime courtiers for a special Destination Storytime event at Castle Farms. Please park in the main parking lot and visit the Gift Shop for a wristband which allows you free entry to Castle Farms.

Storytime in the Garden

10:30am–11:00am
Youth, Babies, Children
Children's Garden
Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Children's Garden
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime, Youth Programs
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday for Storytime in the Garden! Gather with new friends as we read stories, shake our sillies out, sing, dance, and have tons of fun! In the event of inclement weather, story time will take place in the Community Room.

Storytime at the Farmers Market

10:30am–11:00am
Youth, Babies, Children
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime, Youth Programs
Event Details:

Join our community at the Charlevoix Farmers Market for delicious food, local vendors, and library fun!

Storytime in the Garden

10:30am–11:00am
Youth, Babies, Children
Children's Garden
Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Children's Garden
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime, Youth Programs
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday for Storytime in the Garden! Gather with new friends as we read stories, shake our sillies out, sing, dance, and have tons of fun! In the event of inclement weather, story time will take place in the Community Room.

Storytime in the Garden

10:30am–11:00am
Youth, Babies, Children
Children's Garden
Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Children's Garden
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime, Youth Programs
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday for Storytime in the Garden! Gather with new friends as we read stories, shake our sillies out, sing, dance, and have tons of fun! In the event of inclement weather, story time will take place in the Community Room.

Storytime in the Garden

10:30am–11:00am
Youth, Babies, Children
Children's Garden
Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Children's Garden
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime, Youth Programs
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday for Storytime in the Garden! Gather with new friends as we read stories, shake our sillies out, sing, dance, and have tons of fun! In the event of inclement weather, story time will take place in the Community Room.

Storytime in the Garden

10:30am–11:00am
Youth, Babies, Children
Children's Garden
Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Children's Garden
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime, Youth Programs
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday for Storytime in the Garden! Gather with new friends as we read stories, shake our sillies out, sing, dance, and have tons of fun! In the event of inclement weather, story time will take place in the Community Room.

Storytime in the Garden

10:30am–11:00am
Youth, Babies, Children
Children's Garden
Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Children's Garden
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime, Youth Programs
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday for Storytime in the Garden! Gather with new friends as we read stories, shake our sillies out, sing, dance, and have tons of fun! In the event of inclement weather, story time will take place in the Community Room.

Storytime in the Garden

10:30am–11:00am
Youth, Babies, Children
Children's Garden
Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Children's Garden
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime, Youth Programs
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday for Storytime in the Garden! Gather with new friends as we read stories, shake our sillies out, sing, dance, and have tons of fun! In the event of inclement weather, story time will take place in the Community Room.