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American Cinema Club

1:00pm–3:00pm
Grades 6-12
Movie
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on June 1, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades 6-12
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate American stories through cinema!

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.

Lansing Historical Society Museum

5:30pm–7:30pm
Family, Adults Age 18+
Other
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Brick Room
Age Group: Family, Adults Age 18+
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Visit the Lansing Historical Society Museum! 

Criminally Good

10:00am–11:00am
Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Discussion
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults Age 18+, 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.

Miracle Creek by Angie Kim

DIY Sensory Bin

11:00am–12:00pm
Baby-Pre-K
Arts & Crafts
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on June 1, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Library Courtyard
Age Group: Baby-Pre-K
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make an ocean-themed sensory bin with your preschooler to take home and enjoy.

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.

Summer Science with Ms. Kim!

1:00pm–2:00pm
Grades K-5
Special Event
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on June 1, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades K-5
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Ms. Kim during the summer to learn about science with fun, hands-on activities and experiments. Dress to get messy!

June 12 - Color Science

June 26 - Bubble Science

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.

Friends of Library: Book Sale

9:30am–1:30pm
Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Book Sales & Fundraisers
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Brick Room
Age Group: Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Program Type: Book Sales & Fundraisers
Event Details:

Get access to hundreds of books for sale! 

The Book Sale is cash only.

Summer Movie Nights on the Lawn

8:30pm–10:00pm
Baby-Pre-K, Grades K-5, Grades 6-12, Family, Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Movie
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Library Front Lawn
Age Group: Baby-Pre-K, Grades K-5, Grades 6-12, Family, Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

June 13 - Zootopia 2

July 11- Hoppers

August 1 - Super Mario Galaxy

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.

Elementary Sensory Storytime

11:00am–12:00pm
Grades K-5
Arts & Crafts, Storytime, Other
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on June 1, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Grades K-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

An interactive storytime created especially for neurodivergent and special needs elementary-aged kids. Enjoy a themed, sensory-friendly read-aloud with movement and hands-on fun, followed by relaxed playtime in a welcoming space.

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.

Pet POP ART!

1:00pm–2:00pm
Grades 6-12
Arts & Crafts
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on June 1, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Transform your pet into a vibrant rainbow watercolor masterpiece!

Myths and Munchies: Campfire Series

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults Age 18+
Discussion
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on June 1, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults Age 18+
Program Type: Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy campfire treats as we sit around a courtyard tabletop fire discussing realms of the paranormal! Have you heard of the Mandela Effect, explored lost lands, know if Paul is (really) dead, or encountered a cryptid?

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.

Friends of Lansing Public Library Meeting

6:30pm–7:30pm
Meeting
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Brick Room
Program Type: Meeting
Event Details:

Friends of Lansing Library Meeting.

Library on the Go: Farmer's Market

9:30am–11:30am
Family
Out In the Community
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Family
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 & sign up for a library card as well at this mini mobile library. 

Coffee Break Cafe

10:30am–12:30pm
Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Other
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Coffee Break Café is Lansing Public Library's micro café that produces freshly made coffee right in front of you. Join us in conversation or grab a delicious cup of coffee on the go! Space is limited to 40.

 

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.

Music & Movement

11:00am–11:30am
Baby-Pre-K
Storytime
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on June 1, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Youth Study Room
Age Group: Baby-Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

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.

Tai-Chi & Gentle Meditation

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Health & Wellness
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Instructor Brian Thompson from BNEW4LIFE teaches Tai Chi & meditation to help stay focused, alert, pain-free, and anxiety-free! Space is limited to 40. 

Storm Science

6:00pm–7:00pm
Baby-Pre-K, Grades K-5, Grades 6-12, Family
Performance, Presentation, Special Event
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on June 1, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Baby-Pre-K, Grades K-5, Grades 6-12, Family
Program Type: Performance, Presentation, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Interactive demos? Check. Thunderstorm simulation? Check! Learn about weather and get hands on!

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.

Family Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Baby-Pre-K
Storytime
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on June 1, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Baby-Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

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 2-5.

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.

It's Taco Knight!

6:00pm–7:30pm
Grades K-5
Cooking
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on June 1, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades K-5
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun, hands-on taco cooking activity for kids! Learn about traditional Mexican cooking ingredients behind this yummy dish!

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.

Trivial Matters!

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Games
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on June 1, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grab your squad or just yourself and join us each month as we challenge your brain with different themes and subjects. Snacks will be 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.

Preschool Sensory Storytime

10:00am–11:00am
Baby-Pre-K
Arts & Crafts, Storytime, Other
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on June 1, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Baby-Pre-K
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

This is a fun, interactive, neurodivergent, and special needs friendly storytime for kids ages 2-5. Enjoy a themed, sensory friendly story read aloud and stay for playtime. 

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.

Anime Club

1:00pm–2:00pm
Grades 6-12
Discussion
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on June 1, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades 6-12
Program Type: Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore Japanese art and culture! We will be testing snacks, paper marbling, reviewing anime, and more!

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.

Lansing Historical Society Museum

5:30pm–7:30pm
Family, Adults Age 18+
Other
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Brick Room
Age Group: Family, Adults Age 18+
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Visit the Lansing Historical Society Museum! 

America 250: The Great Observation Challenge

6:00pm–7:00pm
Grades 6-12
Games
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on June 1, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades 6-12
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

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Lansing Public Library Board Meeting

6:00pm–7:45pm
Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Meeting
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Program Type: Meeting

Library Board of Trustees Meeting.

Agendas, minutes and more.