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mermaid

Meet a Mermaid at Michigan Beach

Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens, Teens

Dive into this fun program where we’ll make a splash with a mermaid meet and greet at Michigan Beach Park in Charlevoix. Kids will get to visit and take photos with Mermaid Phantom – a real, live mermaid!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Dive into this fun program where we’ll make a splash with a mermaid meet and greet at Michigan Beach Park in Charlevoix. Kids will get to visit and take photos with Mermaid Phantom – a real, live mermaid!

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Jazz at the Library with logo on piano keys

Jazz at the Library Concert Series

Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children's Garden at Charlevoix Public Library
Program Type:
Concerts
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone

The Steve Stargardt 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.

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

The Steve Stargardt 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.

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Storytime

Storytime in the Garden

Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Garden at Charlevoix Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Children

Bring your little ones and join us for Storytime in the Garden — a lively, interactive program filled with stories, songs, and laughter! Each week, we’ll read our favorite picture books, sing, and dance to silly tunes.

Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Children's Garden
Age Group: Youth, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Bring your little ones and join us for Storytime in the Garden — a lively, interactive program filled with stories, songs, and laughter! Each week, we’ll read our favorite picture books, sing, and dance to silly tunes.

Mahjong Tiles

Mahjong Group

Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Coeling Activity Room at Charlevoix Public Library
Program Type:
Library Groups

Mahjong!

Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Coeling Activity Room
Program Type: Library Groups
Event Details:

Mahjong!

French Conversation Group

Charlevoix French Conversation Group

Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Armstrong Conference Room at Charlevoix Public Library
Program Type:
Library Groups

Join us every Thursday from 6:00-7:00 pm in the Armstrong Conference Room for an opportunity to speak French casually with other Francophiles!

Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Armstrong Conference Room
Program Type: Library Groups
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday from 6:00-7:00 pm in the Armstrong Conference Room for an opportunity to speak French casually with other Francophiles!

This event is in the "Adults" group
Open Sew graphic

Open Sew

Friday, August 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 3:30pm
Community Room A+B at Charlevoix Public Library
Program Type:
Library Groups
Age Group:
Adults

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! 

Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Community Room A+B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Library Groups
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! 

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
kids crafternoon

Kid's Crafternoons: Picture Frame Decorating

Monday, August 10, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Activity Center at Charlevoix Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Children, Tweens, Teens

Stop by the Youth Activity Center between 2pm and 4pm to decorate your very own picture frame. Recommended for ages 6 and up.

Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Youth, Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Stop by the Youth Activity Center between 2pm and 4pm to decorate your very own picture frame. Recommended for ages 6 and up.

Mahjong Tiles

Mahjong Group

Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 11:45am - 3:00pm
Coeling Activity Room at Charlevoix Public Library
Program Type:
Library Groups

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 1:00 - 3:00pm.

Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Coeling Activity Room
Program Type: Library Groups
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 1:00 - 3:00pm.

This event is in the "Adults" group
Wuanetta Dominic

The Life of Waunetta Dominic

Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room A+B at Charlevoix Public Library
Age Group:
Adults

Jessica Dominic, granddaughter of Odawa rights activist Waunetta McClellan Dominic, will present a rich history of her grandmother’s work in advocating for the adherence of treaty obligations between the US and native Ame

Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Community Room A+B
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Jessica Dominic, granddaughter of Odawa rights activist Waunetta McClellan Dominic, will present a rich history of her grandmother’s work in advocating for the adherence of treaty obligations between the US and native Ame

Knitters

Charlevoix Library Knitters

Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Trustees Conference Room at Charlevoix Public Library
Program Type:
Library Groups

Anyone interested in knitting, crocheting or any other needlework, 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!

Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Trustees Conference Room
Program Type: Library Groups
Event Details:

Anyone interested in knitting, crocheting or any other needlework, 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!

This event is in the "Adults" group
People stretching

Gentle Movement Class

Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Community Room A+B at Charlevoix Public Library
Age Group:
Adults

Come care for your body and mind through regular gentle movement designed to reset your nervous system and maintain a base level of strength. Please bring an exercise mat; chairs for assistance will be provided.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Community Room A+B
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come care for your body and mind through regular gentle movement designed to reset your nervous system and maintain a base level of strength. Please bring an exercise mat; chairs for assistance will be provided.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Jazz at the Library with logo on piano keys

Jazz at the Library Concert Series

Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children's Garden at Charlevoix Public Library
Program Type:
Concerts
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone

The Steve Stargardt 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.

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

The Steve Stargardt 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.

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Children" group
CPL Farmers Market

Storytime at the Farmers Market

Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Children

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

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

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

Mahjong Tiles

Mahjong Group

Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Coeling Activity Room at Charlevoix Public Library
Program Type:
Library Groups

Mahjong!

Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Coeling Activity Room
Program Type: Library Groups
Event Details:

Mahjong!

French Conversation Group

Charlevoix French Conversation Group

Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Armstrong Conference Room at Charlevoix Public Library
Program Type:
Library Groups

Join us every Thursday from 6:00-7:00 pm in the Armstrong Conference Room for an opportunity to speak French casually with other Francophiles!

Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Armstrong Conference Room
Program Type: Library Groups
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday from 6:00-7:00 pm in the Armstrong Conference Room for an opportunity to speak French casually with other Francophiles!

This event is in the "Adults" group
Open Sew graphic

Open Sew

Friday, August 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 3:30pm
Community Room A+B at Charlevoix Public Library
Program Type:
Library Groups
Age Group:
Adults

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! 

Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Community Room A+B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Library Groups
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! 

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
iPhone

AUG (Apple Users Group)

Monday, August 17, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Trustees Conference Room at Charlevoix Public Library
Program Type:
Library Groups
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone

Mac computer users who meet twice per month to discuss tips, problem-solving, and special topics: First and Third Mondays from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. in the Trustees Conference Room. Led by Wes Andersen. 

Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Trustees Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Library Groups
Event Details:

Mac computer users who meet twice per month to discuss tips, problem-solving, and special topics: First and Third Mondays from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. in the Trustees Conference Room. Led by Wes Andersen. 

This event is in the "Adults" group
Culpability

BookTalkers: Culpability by Bruce Holsinger

Monday, August 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Armstrong Conference Room at Charlevoix Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Library Groups
Age Group:
Adults

Culpability by Bruce Holsinger

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Armstrong Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Library Groups
Registration Required
Event Details:

Culpability by Bruce Holsinger

Mahjong Tiles

Mahjong Group

Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 11:45am - 3:00pm
Coeling Activity Room at Charlevoix Public Library
Program Type:
Library Groups

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 1:00 - 3:00pm.

Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Coeling Activity Room
Program Type: Library Groups
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 1:00 - 3:00pm.

This event is in the "Adults" group
Theodore J. Karamanski

Schooners & Lake Michigan Frontier

Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room A+B at Charlevoix Public Library
Age Group:
Adults

Theodore J. Karamanski will take us back to the early days of the Lake Michigan frontier. A time when the schooners served as the covered wagons of the coastal region. Learn what it was like to make your living before the mast.

Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Community Room A+B
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Theodore J. Karamanski will take us back to the early days of the Lake Michigan frontier. A time when the schooners served as the covered wagons of the coastal region. Learn what it was like to make your living before the mast.

Knitters

Charlevoix Library Knitters

Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Trustees Conference Room at Charlevoix Public Library
Program Type:
Library Groups

Anyone interested in knitting, crocheting or any other needlework, 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!

Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Trustees Conference Room
Program Type: Library Groups
Event Details:

Anyone interested in knitting, crocheting or any other needlework, 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!

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
place of peacefulness preserve

Storywalk at Enji-minozhiiyaamigak: Place of Peacefulness Preserve

Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Off Site
Age Group:
Youth, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Everyone

All are welcome to enjoy Little Traverse Conservancy's newest preserve - Enji-minozhiiyaamigak: Place of Peacefulness Preserve.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

All are welcome to enjoy Little Traverse Conservancy's newest preserve - Enji-minozhiiyaamigak: Place of Peacefulness Preserve.

This event is in the "Adults" group
People stretching

Gentle Movement Class

Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Community Room A+B at Charlevoix Public Library
Age Group:
Adults

Come care for your body and mind through regular gentle movement designed to reset your nervous system and maintain a base level of strength. Please bring an exercise mat; chairs for assistance will be provided.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Community Room A+B
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come care for your body and mind through regular gentle movement designed to reset your nervous system and maintain a base level of strength. Please bring an exercise mat; chairs for assistance will be provided.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Jazz at the Library with logo on piano keys

Jazz at the Library Concert Series

Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children's Garden at Charlevoix Public Library
Program Type:
Concerts
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone

The Steve Stargardt 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.

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

The Steve Stargardt 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.