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Summer Family Storytime
06/15/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Outside the Library Bring the whole family to storytime this summer! Stories, music, movement activities and more will celebrate reading, books and the community! Some weeks we will take storytime on the road to locations around town for Destination Storytime!
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Mah Jong
06/15/2026 1:30 - 4:30 PM
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| Room: Program Room - up to 40 people Love Mah Jong? Join fellow players for Mah Jong Monday at the library! Whether you are an experienced player or just curious, all are welcome for an afternoon of strategy and fun.
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Tuesdays @ 2: Dinosaur Party
06/16/2026 2:00 - 4:00 PM
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| Room: Program Room - up to 40 people This party will be DINO-MITE! Have fun while learning more about dinosaurs and other creatures that lived long ago. Games, crafts, snacks and BIG dino fun!
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Crochet for Kids
06/18/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Program Room - up to 40 people Join this 8-week crochet class to learn the basic stitches, grips and knots you need to make all sorts of projects including a Dinosaur Stuffie. Supplies will be provided, but you can bring your own hook and yarn if you would like.
Ages 9+. No class July 9.
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Hook, Needle, and Knit: Fiber Craft Meet-up
06/18/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Program Room - up to 40 people Join our friendly Fiber Craft Group at the library, where crafters of all skill levels come together to knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxing, social atmosphere while sharing tips, ideas, and inspiration. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, all are welcome! A volunteer will be available to teach crochet to anyone wanting to learn.
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Fun Friday Special Edition: Library Field Day & Summer Reading Kick-Off!
06/19/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Program Room - up to 40 people Help us kick off the Summer Reading program with Library Field Day! Join us on the lawn next to the library for yard games, activities, prizes and more. Bring the whole family to participate together. This year the Michigan Geological Survey will also be on hand with activities and information.
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Family Storytime with Benzie Bus
06/22/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Outside the Library Join us for family storytime as we welcome Benzie Bus. Families will participate in a storytime then get to take a ride around town on the bus.
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Mah Jong
06/22/2026 1:30 - 4:30 PM
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| Room: Program Room - up to 40 people Love Mah Jong? Join fellow players for Mah Jong Monday at the library! Whether you are an experienced player or just curious, all are welcome for an afternoon of strategy and fun.
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Tuesdays @ 2: Rock Painting
06/23/2026 2:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Program Room - up to 40 people We provide the rocks and paint and you create something beautiful! Rocks of all sizes will be available. Painted rocks can be taken home or be added to our Rock Snake in the garden next to the library.
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Crochet for Kids
06/25/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Program Room - up to 40 people Join this 8-week crochet class to learn the basic stitches, grips and knots you need to make all sorts of projects including a Dinosaur Stuffie. Supplies will be provided, but you can bring your own hook and yarn if you would like.
Ages 9+. No class July 9.
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Hook, Needle and Knit: Craft Meet-up
06/25/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Meeting Room - up to 10 people Hosted in the MEETING ROOM today.
Join our friendly Fiber Craft Group at the library, where crafters of all skill levels come together to knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxing, social atmosphere while sharing tips, ideas, and inspiration. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, all are welcome! A volunteer will be available to teach crochet to anyone wanting to learn.
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Destination Storytime: Michigan Legacy Art Park
06/25/2026 6:00 - 8:00 PM
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| Room: Outside the Library Meet us at the Michigan Legacy Art Park (7300 Mountainside Drive, Thompsonville) for Fairies and Forts, an annual evening event featuring crafts, hiking, a concert and a storytime!
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Fun Friday: Extra Special Edition: Shred Rogers Family Concert
06/26/2026 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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| Room: Outside the Library Are you ready to ROCK?!? Join us in Mineral Springs Park for a family-friendly metal concert that will inspire and brighten your day.
This special event begins at 11am
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Summer Family Storytime
06/29/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Outside the Library Bring the whole family to storytime this summer! Stories, music, movement activities and more will celebrate reading, books and the community! Some weeks we will take storytime on the road to locations around town for Destination Storytime!
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Mah Jong
06/29/2026 1:30 - 4:30 PM
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| Room: Program Room - up to 40 people Love Mah Jong? Join fellow players for Mah Jong Monday at the library! Whether you are an experienced player or just curious, all are welcome for an afternoon of strategy and fun.
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BCD: What is that? How to use iNaturalist to identify Michigan flora & fauna
06/29/2026 5:30 - 6:30 PM
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| Room: Program Room - up to 40 people The Benzie Conservation District needs you (and your phone) for science! Learn how to use iNaturalist to start identifying and recording species you encounter on the water, on the trail or even in your backyard.
Plus, learn how you can help out with a statewide effort to support lake conservation in Michigan through the Aquatic Invasive Detection Blitz between June 29 and July 12.
Please come to the event with a smartphone or tablet with the iNaturalist app already downloaded on your device (iNaturalist is free to download and make an account).
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Tuesdays @ 2: Open Build
06/30/2026 2:00 - 4:00 PM
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| Room: Program Room - up to 40 people Get your creative juices flowing as you build a creation that can be displayed in the library! Lego, duplo, magna tiles and other blocks will be available. What story will your creation tell?
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Crochet for Kids
07/02/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Program Room - up to 40 people Join this beginner crochet class to learn the basic stitches, grips and knots you need to make all sorts of projects. Supplies will be provided, but you can bring your own hook and yarn if you would like.
Ages 9+. No class July 9.
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Hook, Needle and Knit: Craft Meet-up
07/02/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Meeting Room - up to 10 people Hosted in the MEETING ROOM today.
Join our friendly Fiber Craft Group at the library, where crafters of all skill levels come together to knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxing, social atmosphere while sharing tips, ideas, and inspiration. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, all are welcome! A volunteer will be available to teach crochet to anyone wanting to learn.
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Summer Family Storytime
07/06/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Outside the Library Bring the whole family to storytime this summer! Stories, music, movement activities and more will celebrate reading, books and the community! Some weeks we will take storytime on the road to locations around town for Destination Storytime!
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Mah Jong
07/06/2026 1:30 - 4:30 PM
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| Room: Program Room - up to 40 people Love Mah Jong? Join fellow players for Mah Jong Monday at the library! Whether you are an experienced player or just curious, all are welcome for an afternoon of strategy and fun.
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Tuesdays @ 2: Birthday Bash!
07/07/2026 2:00 - 4:00 PM
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| Room: Program Room - up to 40 people Have you ever wanted to have your birthday party at the library? Join us as we celebrate America's 250th birthday with games, activities, prizes and treats
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Hook, Needle, and Knit: Fiber Craft Meet-up
07/09/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Program Room - up to 40 people Join our friendly Fiber Craft Group at the library, where crafters of all skill levels come together to knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxing, social atmosphere while sharing tips, ideas, and inspiration. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, all are welcome! A volunteer will be available to teach crochet to anyone wanting to learn.
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Fun Friday at Mineral Springs Park
07/10/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Outside the Library A summertime staple! Wake up and get ready to shake your sillies out at Fun Friday. This weekly storytime in Mineral Springs Park will get you moving and grooving in the sunshine with a craft to follow at the Rotary Park picnic tables.
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Destination Storytime: Crystal Lake Alpaca Farm
07/13/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Outside the Library Join us at Crystal Lake Alpaca Farm (4907 River Rd.) for storytime in the pasture! Participants are welcome to bring a blanket or picnic lunch to enjoy after storytime.
Registration is required - please stop by the library or call us at 231-352-4671.
Please note a waiver must be signed and closed toed shoes are required to enter the pasture.
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BCD: The Hidden World of Aquatic Plants with the Benzie Conservation District
07/13/2026 5:30 - 6:30 PM
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| Room: Program Room - up to 40 people Help us celebrate lakes in July and join the Benzie Conservation District’s Aquatic Invasive Species Coordinator, Kyla Robinson, for a look at the intersection of art and ecology. Featuring magnificent paper sculptures of native and invasive aquatic plants, Kyla invites you to see the hidden world beneath the water’s surface in a new way. Whether you’re an artist, a nature enthusiast, or simply curious, the event offers a fresh perspective on how creativity and curiosity can deepen our understanding of the natural world.
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Tuesdays @ 2: Korner Gem Workshop
07/14/2026 2:00 - 4:00 PM
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| Room: Program Room - up to 40 people Get ready to rock! Korner Gem’s Kevin Gauthier will help you identify your favorite rocks and will give a demonstration on rock cutting and polishing. You are encouraged to BYOR - bring your own rocks! This program is intended for kids 8 years and older.
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BSDL Board Meeting
07/15/2026 9:00 - 11:00 AM
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| Room: Meeting Room - up to 10 people
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Jigsaw Puzzle Competition
07/16/2026 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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| Room: Program Room - up to 40 people Puzzle enthusiasts assemble! Put together a team of up to 4 people to finish your puzzle first at this head to head competition. Compete to complete a 500-piece puzzle in record time! Fastest team or most complete puzzle in 2 hours wins! Registration Required.
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Crochet for Kids
07/16/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Meeting Room - up to 10 people Join this beginner crochet class to learn the basic stitches, grips and knots you need to make all sorts of projects. Supplies will be provided, but you can bring your own hook and yarn if you would like.
Ages 9+. No class July 9.
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Hook, Needle, and Knit: Fiber Craft Meet-up
07/16/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Program Room - up to 40 people Join our friendly Fiber Craft Group at the library, where crafters of all skill levels come together to knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxing, social atmosphere while sharing tips, ideas, and inspiration. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, all are welcome! A volunteer will be available to teach crochet to anyone wanting to learn.
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Fun Friday with Benzie Conservation District
07/17/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Outside the Library It’s Libraries Love Lakes month and we are celebrating with the Benzie Conservation District. Join us for our regular Fun Friday Dance Party then stick around for some activities that show us how lucky we are to be surrounded by lakes!
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Summer Family Storytime
07/20/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Program Room - up to 40 people Bring the whole family to storytime this summer! Stories, music, movement activities and more will celebrate reading, books and the community! Some weeks we will take storytime on the road to locations around town for Destination Storytime!
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Family Storytime with Benzie County Central Dispatch
07/20/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Outside the Library Join us for Family Storytime at the Benzie Shores Library with special guests from Benzie County Central Dispatch. We will read stories and learn about this important service in our community.
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BCD: Oil Pastel Basics - Painting Michigan Beachscapes
07/21/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Program Room - up to 40 people Help us celebrate lakes in July and join the Benzie Conservation District’s Aquatic Invasive Species Coordinator, Kyla Robinson, for a beginner’s lesson on painting with oil pastels. We will focus on capturing the beauty of Michigan’s lakeshores. We encourage you to bring your favorite photo of a Michigan beach landscape for inspiration, bonus points if it has interesting clouds or a sunset.
All materials provided.
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Tuesdays @ 2: Open Build
07/21/2026 2:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Program Room - up to 40 people Get your creative juices flowing as you build a creation that can be displayed in the library! Lego, duplo, magna tiles and other blocks will be available. What story will your creation tell?
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Crochet for Kids
07/23/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Program Room - up to 40 people Join this beginner crochet class to learn the basic stitches, grips and knots you need to make all sorts of projects. Supplies will be provided, but you can bring your own hook and yarn if you would like.
Ages 9+.
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Hook, Needle, and Knit: Fiber Craft Meet-up
07/23/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Program Room - up to 40 people Join our friendly Fiber Craft Group at the library, where crafters of all skill levels come together to knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxing, social atmosphere while sharing tips, ideas, and inspiration. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, all are welcome! A volunteer will be available to teach crochet to anyone wanting to learn.
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Fun Friday at Mineral Springs Park
07/24/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Outside the Library A summertime staple! Wake up and get ready to shake your sillies out at Fun Friday. This weekly storytime in Mineral Springs Park will get you moving and grooving in the sunshine with a craft to follow at the Rotary Park picnic tables. This program is weather permitting.
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Destination Storytime: Point Betsie Lighthouse
07/27/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Outside the Library Meet us at Point Betsie Lighthouse (3701 Point Betsie Rd.) for a storytime on the lawn at this beautiful, historic site.
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Tuesdays @ 2: Mud Day!
07/28/2026 2:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Program Room - up to 40 people Celebrate International Mud Day at the library. Prepare to get muddy at this interactive program featuring games, crafts and a whole lotta mud! See what you can "unearth"! Dress for a mess and bring a towel.
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Crochet for Kids
07/30/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Program Room - up to 40 people Join this beginner crochet class to learn the basic stitches, grips and knots you need to make all sorts of projects. Supplies will be provided, but you can bring your own hook and yarn if you would like.
Ages 9+.
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Hook, Needle, and Knit: Fiber Craft Meet-up
07/30/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Program Room - up to 40 people Join our friendly Fiber Craft Group at the library, where crafters of all skill levels come together to knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxing, social atmosphere while sharing tips, ideas, and inspiration. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, all are welcome! A volunteer will be available to teach crochet to anyone wanting to learn.
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Fun Friday at Mineral Springs Park
07/31/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Outside the Library A summertime staple! Wake up and get ready to shake your sillies out at Fun Friday. This weekly storytime in Mineral Springs Park will get you moving and grooving in the sunshine with a craft to follow at the Rotary Park picnic tables. This program is weather permitting.
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Summer Family Storytime
08/03/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Outside the Library Bring the whole family to storytime this summer! Stories, music, movement activities and more will celebrate reading, books and the community! Some weeks we will take storytime on the road to locations around town for Destination Storytime!
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Tuesdays @ 2: Digging the Past
08/04/2026 2:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Program Room - up to 40 people Learn how archeologists uncover and examine artifacts with hands-on activities.
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Crochet for Kids
08/06/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Program Room - up to 40 people Join this beginner crochet class to learn the basic stitches, grips and knots you need to make all sorts of projects. Supplies will be provided, but you can bring your own hook and yarn if you would like.
Ages 9+.
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Fun Friday at Mineral Springs Park
08/07/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Outside the Library A summertime staple! Wake up and get ready to shake your sillies out at Fun Friday. This weekly storytime in Mineral Springs Park will get you moving and grooving in the sunshine with a craft to follow at the Rotary Park picnic tables. This program is weather permitting.
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Destination Storytime: Drake School
08/10/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Take a step back in time at our storytime at the Drake School (11935 Fowler Road, Honor). Participants will hear stories, make a craft and experience the charm of this historic, one-room schoolhouse. Benzie Area Historical Society volunteers will be on hand to answer questions.
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Tuesdays @ 2: Open Build
08/11/2026 2:00 - 4:00 PM
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| Room: Program Room - up to 40 people Get your creative juices flowing as you build a creation that can be displayed in the library! Lego, duplo, magna tiles and other blocks will be available. What story will your creation tell?
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Crochet for Kids
08/13/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Program Room - up to 40 people Join this beginner crochet class to learn the basic stitches, grips and knots you need to make all sorts of projects. Supplies will be provided, but you can bring your own hook and yarn if you would like.
Ages 9+.
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Jurassic Park Book Discussion
08/13/2026 4:00 - 5:00 PM
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| Room: Program Room - up to 40 people Life, uh... finds a way. And so does a great book discussion!
Join us August 13th at 4:00pm to dig into Michael Crichton's Jurassic Park before we watch the film at the Garden Theater on August 15th. How has the science aged? What did Hollywood get right , what did they leave out, and what do we know now? Come ready to talk dinosaurs, DNA and chaos theory!
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Fun Friday at Mineral Springs Park
08/14/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Outside the Library A summertime staple! Wake up and get ready to shake your sillies out at Fun Friday. This weekly storytime in Mineral Springs Park will get you moving and grooving in the sunshine with a craft to follow at the Rotary Park picnic tables. This program is weather permitting.
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Books to Big Screen:
Jurassic Park at the Garden Theater
08/15/2026 4:00 - 6:00 PM
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| Room: Outside the Library Join us at the Garden Theater on August 15th at 4:00pm for a screening of Jurassic Park! Read the book first and join the discussion at the library on August 13th, or just come for the popcorn and the dinosaurs.
Either way, Welcome to Jurassic Park.
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