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This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.

Midweek Makers

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Teen Island at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grades 6-12
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity with midweek makers. It will be a fun-filled hour of crafting, where teens can explore their artistic side and create unique projects.

Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity with midweek makers. It will be a fun-filled hour of crafting, where teens can explore their artistic side and create unique projects.

This event is in the "Baby-Pre-K" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Family Bingo/Loteria

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Community Room at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Baby-Pre-K, Grades K-5, Grades 6-12, Family
Loteria/Bingo:

Head to the library for a fun night of family BINGO/LOTERIA (Mexican BINGO) and a chance to win a tasty treat!¡Diríjase a la biblioteca para una noche divertida de BINGO/LOTERIA fa...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Baby-Pre-K, Grades K-5, Grades 6-12, Family
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 5

Head to the library for a fun night of family BINGO/LOTERIA (Mexican BINGO) and a chance to win a tasty treat!

¡Diríjase a la biblioteca para una noche divertida de BINGO/LOTERIA familiar y la oportunidad de ganarse algo delicioso!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food Allergy Alert

Food or drink will be served at this event. Please consult staff at the event regarding ingredients if you have food allergy concerns.

This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.

Winter Garden

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Island at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grades 6-12
Event Details:

Make an art piece and a new friend at the same time!

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Make an art piece and a new friend at the same time!

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergy Alert

Food or drink will be served at this event. Please consult staff at the event regarding ingredients if you have food allergy concerns.

This event is in the "Baby-Pre-K" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Create a Lantern for Chinese New Year

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Island at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Baby-Pre-K, Grades K-5, Grades 6-12, Family
Event Details:

Continue the celebration of Chinese New Year by creating your own lantern to drive out darkness and bring in hope to commence the year of the Snake. 

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Baby-Pre-K, Grades K-5, Grades 6-12, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Continue the celebration of Chinese New Year by creating your own lantern to drive out darkness and bring in hope to commence the year of the Snake. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.

International Tasters Club - High School Edition

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen Island at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking, Discussion
Age Group:
Grades 6-12
Event Details:

Explore the world through your taste buds as we taste-test a selection of yummy snacks from different countries and learn fun facts about their origins.

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades 6-12
Program Type: Cooking, Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Explore the world through your taste buds as we taste-test a selection of yummy snacks from different countries and learn fun facts about their origins.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergy Alert

Food or drink will be served at this event. Please consult staff at the event regarding ingredients if you have food allergy concerns.

This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.

Teen Volunteer Orientation

Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Island at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Discussion
Age Group:
Grades 6-12
Event Details:

Need volunteer hours? Want to help the library out during special events and programs? Come to TVO to apply and learn the basics about volunteering. All teen volunteers must comple...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades 6-12
Program Type: Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Need volunteer hours? Want to help the library out during special events and programs?

This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.

Romance Book Club

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Island at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Discussion
Age Group:
Grades 6-12
Event Details:

Love is in the air.. and on the pages! Let’s talk about our favorite romances and get recommendations for brand new young adult love stories. 

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades 6-12
Program Type: Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Love is in the air.. and on the pages! Let’s talk about our favorite romances and get recommendations for brand new young adult love stories. 

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergy Alert

Food or drink will be served at this event. Please consult staff at the event regarding ingredients if you have food allergy concerns.

This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.

TAB Informational Meeting

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Island at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Meeting
Age Group:
Grades 6-12
Event Details:

Are you interested in making a difference in your community? Join the Teen Advisory Board! Members will get the opportunity to help plan library programs, volunteer, and contribute...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades 6-12
Program Type: Meeting
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Are you interested in making a difference in your community? Join the Teen Advisory Board! Members will get the opportunity to help plan library programs, volunteer, and contribute their ideas to Lansing Public Library.

This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.

Black History Month Collage

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Island at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Age Group:
Grades 6-12
Event Details:

Celebrate Black History Month by creating a powerful collage that highlights the inspiring people, moments, and movements that have shaped Black history.

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Celebrate Black History Month by creating a powerful collage that highlights the inspiring people, moments, and movements that have shaped Black history.

This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.

Plaster Desserts

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Island at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grades 6-12
Event Details:

This sweet treat is sure to last you ages. Come make your very own plaster dessert heart box to take home. This is the type of dessert that just looks TOO good to eat. 

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

This sweet treat is sure to last you ages. Come make your very own plaster dessert heart box to take home. This is the type of dessert that just looks TOO good to eat. 

This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.

Anime Club

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Island at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Discussion
Age Group:
Grades 6-12
Event Details:

Explore anime and Japanese culture with snacks, poetry, and games! Meet new friends and learn new things!

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades 6-12
Program Type: Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Explore anime and Japanese culture with snacks, poetry, and games! Meet new friends and learn new things!

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergy Alert

Food or drink will be served at this event. Please consult staff at the event regarding ingredients if you have food allergy concerns.

This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.

Black Culture Blowout!

Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Island at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Grades 6-12
Event Details:

Test your knowledge of Black art in a fun party setting! Song snippets, movie screenshots, and lines of TV dialogue are all on the table. Whoever can recognize the most media will ...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades 6-12
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Test your knowledge of Black art in a fun party setting! Song snippets, movie screenshots, and lines of TV dialogue are all on the table. Whoever can recognize the most media will win a fantastic prize!

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergy Alert

Food or drink will be served at this event. Please consult staff at the event regarding ingredients if you have food allergy concerns.

This event is in the "Baby-Pre-K" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.

Read Across America: Pete the Cat Party

Monday, March 3, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Youth Department at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Discussion, Games, Special Event, Storytime
Age Group:
Baby-Pre-K, Grades K-5, Grades 6-12
Event Details:

Bring your white shoes, groovy buttons, and magic sunglasses to this super groovy party! Games, snacks, stories, prizes, and more. Dress in your favorite Pete the Cat gear!

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Youth Department
Age Group: Baby-Pre-K, Grades K-5, Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Discussion, Games, Special Event, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 117
Event Details:

Bring your white shoes, groovy buttons, and magic sunglasses to this super groovy party! Games, snacks, stories, prizes, and more. Dress in your favorite Pete the Cat gear!

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergy Alert

Food or drink will be served at this event. Please consult staff at the event regarding ingredients if you have food allergy concerns.

This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.

International Tasters Club - High School Edition

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen Island at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking, Discussion
Age Group:
Grades 6-12
Event Details:

Explore the world through your taste buds as we taste-test a selection of yummy snacks from different countries and learn fun facts about their origins.

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades 6-12
Program Type: Cooking, Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Explore the world through your taste buds as we taste-test a selection of yummy snacks from different countries and learn fun facts about their origins.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergy Alert

Food or drink will be served at this event. Please consult staff at the event regarding ingredients if you have food allergy concerns.

This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.

Teen Volunteer Orientation

Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Island at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Discussion
Age Group:
Grades 6-12
Event Details:

Need volunteer hours? Want to help the library out during special events and programs? Come to TVO to apply and learn the basics about volunteering. All teen volunteers must comple...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades 6-12
Program Type: Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Need volunteer hours? Want to help the library out during special events and programs?

This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.

Minecrafting

Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Island at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grades 6-12
Event Details:

Minecraft just became real! Come make pixel art, craft your own personal Minecraft skin, or sketch out a scene from your dream base.

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Minecraft just became real! Come make pixel art, craft your own personal Minecraft skin, or sketch out a scene from your dream base.

This event is in the "Baby-Pre-K" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Irish American Story

Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen Island at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Baby-Pre-K, Grades K-5, Grades 6-12, Family
Event Details:

This hands-on experience combines food, history, and friendly competition to make learning about Irish heritage both exciting and memorable!

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Baby-Pre-K, Grades K-5, Grades 6-12, Family
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

This hands-on experience combines food, history, and friendly competition to make learning about Irish heritage both exciting and memorable!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food Allergy Alert

Food or drink will be served at this event. Please consult staff at the event regarding ingredients if you have food allergy concerns.

This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.

Women's History Bingo

Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Island at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Grades 6-12
Event Details:

In what year was the WNBA created? How many Grammys has Beyoncé won? Fill up your brain (and your bingo sheet) with trivia about female trailblazers, past and present!

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades 6-12
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

In what year was the WNBA created? How many Grammys has Beyoncé won? Fill up your brain (and your bingo sheet) with trivia about female trailblazers, past and present!

This event is in the "Baby-Pre-K" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Family Bingo/Loteria

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Community Room at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Baby-Pre-K, Grades K-5, Grades 6-12, Family
Loteria/Bingo:

Head to the library for a fun night of family BINGO/LOTERIA (Mexican BINGO) and a chance to win a tasty treat!¡Diríjase a la biblioteca para una noche divertida de BINGO/LOTERIA fa...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Baby-Pre-K, Grades K-5, Grades 6-12, Family
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 15

Head to the library for a fun night of family BINGO/LOTERIA (Mexican BINGO) and a chance to win a tasty treat!

¡Diríjase a la biblioteca para una noche divertida de BINGO/LOTERIA familiar y la oportunidad de ganarse algo delicioso!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food Allergy Alert

Food or drink will be served at this event. Please consult staff at the event regarding ingredients if you have food allergy concerns.

This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.

Anime Club

Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Island at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Discussion
Age Group:
Grades 6-12
Event Details:

Explore anime and Japanese culture with snacks, poetry, and games! Meet new friends and learn new things!

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades 6-12
Program Type: Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Explore anime and Japanese culture with snacks, poetry, and games! Meet new friends and learn new things!

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergy Alert

Food or drink will be served at this event. Please consult staff at the event regarding ingredients if you have food allergy concerns.

This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.

Lore Detective Club

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Island at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Discussion
Age Group:
Grades 6-12
Event Details:

What do Gravity Falls, Five Nights at Freddy’s, and Kingdom Hearts have in common? Their stories are super confusing. Join us as we try to decode lore and timelines through guidebo...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades 6-12
Program Type: Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

What do Gravity Falls, Five Nights at Freddy’s, and Kingdom Hearts have in common? Their stories are super confusing. Join us as we try to decode lore and timelines through guidebooks and discussions. 

This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.

DIY Jewelry Dish

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Island at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grades 6-12
Event Details:

Part 1 - April 1Teens can unleash their creativity and craft their own personalized jewelry dish in this fun, hands-on workshop!Part 2 - April 8Teens can add a splash of color and ...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Part 1 - April 1

Teens can unleash their creativity and craft their own personalized jewelry dish in this fun, hands-on workshop!

Part 2 - April 8

This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.

International Tasters Club - High School Edition

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen Island at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking, Discussion
Age Group:
Grades 6-12
Event Details:

Explore the world through your taste buds as we taste-test a selection of yummy snacks from different countries and learn fun facts about their origins.

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades 6-12
Program Type: Cooking, Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Explore the world through your taste buds as we taste-test a selection of yummy snacks from different countries and learn fun facts about their origins.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergy Alert

Food or drink will be served at this event. Please consult staff at the event regarding ingredients if you have food allergy concerns.

This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group.

Teen Volunteer Orientation

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Island at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Discussion
Age Group:
Grades 6-12
Event Details:

Need volunteer hours? Want to help the library out during special events and programs? Come to TVO to apply and learn the basics about volunteering. All teen volunteers must comple...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades 6-12
Program Type: Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Need volunteer hours? Want to help the library out during special events and programs?