Week Calendar

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On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.
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9 am
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
This event is in the "Adults Age 18+" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Sensory Friendly Browsing Hour

9:30am–10:30am
Baby-Pre-K, Grades K-5, Grades 6-12, Family, Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Special Event, Other
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Age Group: Baby-Pre-K, Grades K-5, Grades 6-12, Family, Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Program Type: Special Event, Other

Patrons with sensory sensitivities can enjoy the Library and its services in a safe and welcoming environment.

Las personas con sensibilidad sensorial pueden disfrutar de la biblioteca y sus servicios en un ambiente seguro y acogedor.

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.

10 am
This event is in the "Adults Age 18+" group

Coffee Break Cafe

10:30am–12:00pm
Adults Age 18+
Other
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults Age 18+
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.
 

This event is in the "Baby-Pre-K" group

Family Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Baby-Pre-K
Storytime
Registration Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on December 17, 2025 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Baby-Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Adults Age 18+" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Information Station: Pace Transportation Services

10:00am–2:00pm
Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Informational Table
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Library Stage
Age Group: Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Program Type: Informational Table
Event Details:

Pace transportation, along with Regional Transportation Authority (RTA), will be here to answer any questions you may have; and offer information on the new On-Demand program, which is currently operational in Lansing.

This event is in the "Adults Age 18+" group

LPL on Location

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults Age 18+
Out In the Community
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults Age 18+
Program Type: Out In the Community
Event Details:

Did you know the Lansing Public Library has a micro library around town? These micro libraries bring new books to top places! Check out new material at these locations, or swing by and get a library card! 

11 am
This event is in the "Baby-Pre-K" group

Music & Movement

11:00am–11:30am
Baby-Pre-K
Storytime
Registration Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on December 16, 2025 @ 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.

12 pm
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Adults Age 18+" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Lansing Historical Society Museum

12:00pm–3:00pm
Family, Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Other
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Brick Room
Age Group: Family, Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Visit the Lansing Historical Society Museum! 

1 pm
This event is in the "Adults Age 18+" group

Gentle Tai-Chi & Meditation

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

Instruction Brian Thompson from BNEW4LIFE, teaches Tai-Chi & Meditation to help stay focused, alert, pain-free! Space is limited to 40.

2 pm
This event is in the "Adults Age 18+" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

The Hygge Experience

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Health & Wellness, Other
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Other
Event Details:

Stop by for some “Hygge time,” a little comfort away from home. Hygge is “well-being” through artsy endeavors, good drinks, and good company! Enjoy hot beverages as you color a small poster to take home. 

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 "Adults Age 18+" group

Christmas Wrap Jam!

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults Age 18+
Special Event
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults Age 18+
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Don’t waste money getting wrapping paper, the library has you covered! We’ll have tons of wrapping paper, bags, bows, and more! Do your Christmas wrapping here and in secret! 
 

3 pm
4 pm
This event is in the "Grades 6-12" group

Planning for the New Year

4:00pm–5:00pm
Grades 6-12
Arts & Crafts
Registration Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on December 15, 2025 @ 11:30am.
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kickstart your New Year goals by making a fun, crafty calendar! Use paint, collage, stickers, and your own materials to plan an awesome year ahead.

Reservation

Girl Scouts #65802

4:00pm–7:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Community Room
Purpose of Meeting

Girl Scout monthly meeting. 

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

Dear Future Me

4:00pm–5:00pm
Grades 6-12
Arts & Crafts
Registration Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on December 16, 2025 @ 3:00pm.
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Write a letter addressed to your future selves, capturing your current thoughts, dreams, fears, and aspirations.

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

International Tasters Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Grades 6-12
Discussion
Registration Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on December 17, 2025 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades 6-12
Program Type: Discussion
Registration Required
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

Anime Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Grades 6-12
Discussion
Registration Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on December 18, 2025 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades 6-12
Program Type: Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

Hang out with us as we learn about winter in Japan and slice-of-life anime!

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.

5 pm
This event is in the "Family" group
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Lansing Historical Society Museum
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Come check out the Lansing Historical Society Festival of Lights! The museum will hold 37 different Christmas trees and other exhibits of Holiday customs from over 28 countries. 

This event is in the "Family" group
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Lansing Historical Society Museum
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Come check out the Lansing Historical Society Festival of Lights! The museum will hold 37 different Christmas trees and other exhibits of Holiday customs from over 28 countries. 

This event is in the "Family" group
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Lansing Historical Society Museum
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Come check out the Lansing Historical Society Festival of Lights! The museum will hold 37 different Christmas trees and other exhibits of Holiday customs from over 28 countries. 

This event is in the "Adults Age 18+" group

Bling It On!

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adults Age 18+
Arts & Crafts
Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults Age 18+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Interested in learning how to make jewelry? Sherri Ewing, from Precious One Designs Handmade, is here to make necklaces! From chokers to gemstone necklaces, swing on in to make a gorgeous piece of jewelry!

This event is in the "Family" group
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Lansing Historical Society Museum
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Come check out the Lansing Historical Society Festival of Lights! The museum will hold 37 different Christmas trees and other exhibits of Holiday customs from over 28 countries. 

6 pm
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group

Paint the Winter Moon

6:00pm–7:00pm
Grades K-5
Arts & Crafts
Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades K-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create your own winter moon painting while listening to cool Lo-Fi beats. A fun, relaxing way to get creative and celebrate the season!

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.

Reservation

Lansing Garden Club

6:30pm–7:15pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Community Room
Purpose of Meeting

Monthly Meeting

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

Sip & Sing

6:00pm–7:00pm
Baby-Pre-K, Grades K-5, Grades 6-12, Family
Special Event
Registration Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on December 18, 2025 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Youth Department
Age Group: Baby-Pre-K, Grades K-5, Grades 6-12, Family
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let’s sing! We’ll start in Youth Services and we’ll travel throughout the library, singing Christmas carols. 

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.