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Music and Movement: Ages 12-18 months

11:00am - 11:30am
Storytime
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Discovery Quarters
Age Group: Baby-Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8

Reading to babies is an important foundation for early literacy skills! There will be books, movement, songs, and more!

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.

Gentle Tai-Chi and Meditation

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Health & Wellness
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Start your afternoon strong with the right mind-set. Instructor Brian Thompson from BNEW4LIFE, teaches gentle Tai-Chi & Meditation to help you stay focused, alert, pain-free and anxiety-free! 

International Tasters Club - Family Edition

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Cooking, Discussion
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Cooking, Discussion
Registration 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)

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.

Paint in Place

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Arts & Crafts
Registration Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Paint in Place is back, and this time with summer paintings! Paint in Place is a painting workshop designed to give you relaxation while making an amazing piece of art that has been drawn on by the artist.

Preschool Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Discovery Quarters
Age Group: Baby-Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8

Enjoy books, movement, songs, and more. Kids will learn important things like motor and literacy skills! At the end, Grab and Go crafts will be available to take home! Ages 3-5

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.

Coffee Break Cafe

10:30am - 11:30am
Other
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Adult Department
Age Group: Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Made with our French press, enjoy the freshest coffee around for free. Join us for a chat or grab and go!

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.

Daycare Storytime

11:00am - 12:00pm
Storytime
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Discovery Quarters
Age Group: Baby-Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

This storytime is for daycares with 6 children and under. Daycares with over 6 children may call the library to schedule a separate storytime.

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.

DIY Sharpie Mugs

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Arts & Crafts, Other
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Personalize your own mug using markers!

Mi Casita Spanish Storytime

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Brick Room
Age Group: Grades K-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Engage your kids in an enriching bilingual experience.  We will be reading a book followed by a fun activity.

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.

Book Bike: Walgreens on Wentworth

9:30am - 11:30am
Out In the Community
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Family, Adults Age 18+, Adults Age 21+, Seniors
Program Type: Out In the Community
Event Details:

The book bike is at it again...Check out materials around town at various locations with your library card. From books to STEAM kits, come find us around Lansing!

A special thanks to our Friends of Lansing Public Library for funding our bike. We are excited to provide library services to you on the go!!

Not in session on July 4th. 

Make a Crankie Box

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades K-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Long before graphic novels, crankies were a way to tell a moving story. We’ll watch videos of other crankies in motion and learn how to make a crankie box using our own drawings. 

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.

Home Investor's Workshop

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Presentation
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Library Stage
Age Group: Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Program Type: Presentation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 34
Event Details:

Dive into real estate investing today with our tailored workshop designed for beginners and seasoned pros.

Science Heroes: Adventure of the Lost Treasure

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Special Event
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Baby-Pre-K, Grades K-5, Grades 6-12, Family
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 98
Event Details:

Talewise will bring you on a journey of science discovery deep within the jungle. This interactive STEM show is hands on and tons of fun!

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.

Book Banter

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Discussion
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Brick Room
Age Group: Adults Age 18+, Adults Age 21+, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion
Event Details:

Pick up a copy of the book a month before the discussion, read, and discuss a different book each month.

The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid

Criminally Good

10:00am - 11:00am
Discussion
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults Age 18+, Adults Age 21+, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion
Event Details:

Pick up a copy of the book a month before the discussion, read, and discuss a different book each month.

Bad Monkey by Carl Hiaasen

Baby Drive-In

10:00am - 12:00pm
Arts & Crafts, Movie
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Baby-Pre-K
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movie
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Decorate a cardboard box to make it look like a car, then "drive" it to the Community Room for cartoons and snacks. All supplies are provided.

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.

Craft Masters: Spiral Sun Catchers

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Come make a spiral beaded sun catcher to display on your rearview mirror, windows, or tree branches! 

Let's Make Oobleck!

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades K-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Want to make oobleck? It's a substance that can act like either a solid or a liquid, and it's named after Dr. Seuss's book Bartholomew and the Oobleck! All materials will be provided to make oobleck. 

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.

Beginner Crochet for Kids

10:00am - 11:00am
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Discovery Quarters
Age Group: Grades K-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Chain, turn, and crochet your way into a new skill.

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.

Book Sale

10:30am - 1:30pm
Book Sales & Fundraisers
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Book Sale Room
Age Group: Family, Adults Age 18+, Adults Age 21+, Seniors
Program Type: Book Sales & Fundraisers

Friends Members Access 9:30-10:30am. Memberships available for purchase at the door.

General Public 10:30am-1:30pm

Let's Make Oobleck!

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades K-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Want to make oobleck? It's a substance that can act like either a solid or a liquid, and it's named after Dr. Seuss's book Bartholomew and the Oobleck! All materials will be provided to make oobleck. 

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.

Toddler Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Discovery Quarters
Age Group: Baby-Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10

Enjoy books, movement, songs, and more. Kids will learn important things like motor and literacy skills! At the end, Grab and Go crafts will be available to take home! Ages 18-36 mos.

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.

Daycare Storytime

11:00am - 12:00pm
Storytime
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Discovery Quarters
Age Group: Baby-Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

This storytime is for daycares with 6 children and under. Daycares with over 6 children may call the library to schedule a separate storytime.

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.

Campfire Chats

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Discussion
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Library Courtyard
Age Group: Grades 6-12
Program Type: Discussion
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Experience daytime camping! We will discuss the upcoming school year and the books we’re reading. S’mores and lemonade will be served!

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.