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Mahjong Tiles

Mahjong Group

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 11:45am - 3:00pm
Coeling Activity Room at Charlevoix Public Library

Program Type:

Library Groups
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.

Mauk headshot

Workshop: Poetry Across Genres: Why Writers of All Stripes Should Keep Poets Close

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room A+B at Charlevoix Public Library

Program Type:

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Age Group:

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

In this workshop, author John Mauk will help us focus on a crucial poetic element: the unstated or what is sometimes called subtext.

Bards program

Bards of Northern Michigan Live Poetry Reading

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room A+B at Charlevoix Public Library

Age Group:

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

Join us for our third annual event celebrating the spoken word.

Knitters

Charlevoix Library Knitters

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Trustees Conference Room at Charlevoix Public Library

Program Type:

Library Groups
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!

storytime kids

Storytime

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Activity Center at Charlevoix Public Library

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Youth, Children
Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Youth, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday for Storytime in the Youth Activity Center! Gather with friends as we read interactive stories, sing, dance, and have tons of fun! 

Stranger Than Fiction

Charlevoix Film Club: Stranger Than Fiction

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room A at Charlevoix Public Library

Program Type:

Library Groups
Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Community Room A
Program Type: Library Groups
Event Details:

April: Stranger Than Fiction

French Conversation Group

Charlevoix French Conversation Group

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Armstrong Conference Room at Charlevoix Public Library

Program Type:

Library Groups
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!

Open Sew graphic

Open Sew

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 3:30pm
Community Room A+B at Charlevoix Public Library

Program Type:

Library Groups

Age Group:

Adults
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! 

planter

Crafternoon for Adults: Small Macramé Planter

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room A at Charlevoix Public Library

Age Group:

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

In this beginner macramé class, we will each make an adorable small succulent plant hanger. 

Dan Ripke

Spring Concert Series: Dan Ripke

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Community Room A+B at Charlevoix Public Library

Program Type:

Concerts

Age Group:

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

Dan Ripke is a story-driven songwriter who blends blues, folk, fusion, and full-throttle Americana. This seasoned performer brings his beautifully weird stage dynamic to life—one stage at a time.

Mahjong Tiles

Mahjong Group

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 11:45am - 3:00pm
Coeling Activity Room at Charlevoix Public Library

Program Type:

Library Groups
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.

Pizza and Puzzles Event

Teen Time: Pizza and Puzzles

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Community Room A+B at Charlevoix Public Library

Age Group:

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

Clean and cut vegetables as toppings to your personal pizza pocket. Add cheese, sauce, and meat as you please! We'll be making ranch from scratch and a fresh salad to round out our meal.

Knitters

Charlevoix Library Knitters

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Trustees Conference Room at Charlevoix Public Library

Program Type:

Library Groups
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!

storytime kids

Storytime

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Activity Center at Charlevoix Public Library

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Youth, Children
Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Youth, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday for Storytime in the Youth Activity Center! Gather with friends as we read interactive stories, sing, dance, and have tons of fun! 

French Conversation Group

Charlevoix French Conversation Group

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Armstrong Conference Room at Charlevoix Public Library

Program Type:

Library Groups
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!

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Age Group

Workshop: Poetry Across Genres: Why Writers of All Stripes Should Keep Poets Close

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Community Room A+B
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Community Room A+B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ,
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this workshop, author John Mauk will help us focus on a crucial poetic element: the unstated or what is sometimes called subtext.

Bards of Northern Michigan Live Poetry Reading

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Community Room A+B
Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Community Room A+B
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Join us for our third annual event celebrating the spoken word.

Open Sew

10:00am–3:30pm
Adults
Community Room A+B
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! 

Crafternoon for Adults: Small Macramé Planter

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Community Room A
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this beginner macramé class, we will each make an adorable small succulent plant hanger. 

Spring Concert Series: Dan Ripke

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
Community Room A+B
Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Community Room A+B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Concerts
Event Details:

Dan Ripke is a story-driven songwriter who blends blues, folk, fusion, and full-throttle Americana. This seasoned performer brings his beautifully weird stage dynamic to life—one stage at a time.

Open Sew Retreat - Day 1

10:00am–7:30pm
Adults
Community Room A+B
Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Community Room A+B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type:
Event Details:

Sewing Retreat!

Open Sew Retreat - Day 2

10:00am–7:30pm
Adults
Community Room A+B
Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Community Room A+B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type:
Event Details:

Sewing Retreat!

Open Sew Retreat - Day 3

10:00am–4:30pm
Adults
Community Room A+B
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! 

AUG (Apple Users Group)

5:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Everyone
Trustees Conference Room
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. 

Spring Concert Series: Delilah DeWylde

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
Community Room A+B
Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Community Room A+B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Concerts
Event Details:

Deep in a box of old records adorned with names such as Buddy Holly, Elvis Presley, and Patsy Cline lies the spirit of Delilah DeWylde.

Open Sew

10:00am–3:30pm
Adults
Community Room A+B
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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! 

An Evening with Author Curtis Chin

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Community Room A+B
Library Branch: Charlevoix Public Library
Room: Community Room A+B
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Join us for an evening with Great Michigan Read author, Curtis Chin.

Open Sew

10:00am–3:30pm
Adults
Community Room A+B
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! 

AUG (Apple Users Group)

5:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Everyone
Trustees Conference Room
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. 

BookTalkers: The Names by Florence Knapp

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Armstrong Conference Room
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:

The Names by Florence Knapp

Open Sew

10:00am–3:30pm
Adults
Community Room A+B
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! 

Open Sew

10:00am–3:30pm
Adults
Community Room A+B
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! 

AUG (Apple Users Group)

5:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Everyone
Trustees Conference Room
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. 

Open Sew

10:00am–3:30pm
Adults
Community Room A+B
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! 

Open Sew

10:00am–3:30pm
Adults
Community Room A+B
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! 

AUG (Apple Users Group)

5:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Everyone
Trustees Conference Room
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. 

BookTalkers: So Far Gone by Jess Walter

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Armstrong Conference Room
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:

So Far Gone by Jess Walter

North Sky Raptor Sanctuary: Raptors LIVE!

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

Join us in the Children’s Garden to meet and greet local birds of prey at this fun and interactive program presented by North Sky Raptor Sanctuary.

Open Sew

10:00am–3:30pm
Adults
Community Room A+B
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!