Community Calendar

WKAR and Michigan Learning Channel pop-up at your local library for summer learning fun! Join us for fun learning activities, PBS KIDS® swag and free books!

Meet at GLADL Tuesdays at 11 am and follow the little red wagon to the Trinity Episcopal Church playground for a family storytime filled with stories, songs, activities and a snack! An outdoor, sunshiney, playdate summer story-time for children (and their caregivers) too! Open to children of all ages. Families may bring chairs, a picnic blanket, and a lunch or snack. Rain location: 1931 Room – Stories to be told rain or shine!
https://gladl.libcal.com/event/16242551

Step into a Chinese Restaurant kitchen right here at GLADL as we celebrate the Great Michigan Read "Everything I Learned, I Learned in a Chinese Restaurant" by Michigan Author Curtis Chin. Experience a taste of Curtis Chin's growing up experience! Chinese Chef Ming will bring all the equipment and supplies to the library, share the culture and traditions of Chinese cooking, and teach participant to prepare, cook -- and enjoy-- their own delicious egg rolls. Registration required due to supplies.

Come out and join us for an evening of fun and friendly competition. We’ll have our Minecraft server set up and the laptops ready to go. No experience needed -- all levels of players/builders welcome.
https://gladl.libcal.com/event/14963768

Think you are a super speedy block builder? Grab some friends and test your skill as a team to speed build a Lego set! All teams will build the same provided set in a timed competition. The first team to finish will win a small prize. Teams will consist of 2 to 4 kids between the ages of 7 and 10, based on the official recommended ages for the selected Lego set. Registration opens June 24 and closes when full.

Every Wednesday at 6pm, UrtbanBeat invites you to showcase your musical talent!

Whether you're experienced or just starting, the stage is open to all.

Not a performer? Enjoy dinner, drinks, and live music from local artists. No cover charge and all ages are welcome. Come early and enjoy the local flavor of Old Town.

Sign ups are first come, first serve.

Doors at 5PM

Get ready to be thoroughly entertained when the high energy Michigan based Ron St. Germain Band hits the stage running with a performance that will have you moving all night long!

Ron’s music is best described as ‘rebel country’ with a fine mix of folk, country, rock, and southern rock. He has written many originals over the years. which are full of meaningful lyrics. Ron is also a published writer of children’s books, which are sold internationally. Members of the band include guitarist Kevin Coltman, Dave Eckmyre on bass with Richard Spata-Merrell on drums. The band has played many big stages warming up for national shows. They have won Lansing Has Talent, with Ron winning the Michigan Acoustic Rumble. And just announced, the band will headline the Michigan Country Music Hall of Fame Inductees Show the end of July.

Make the short trip up to St Johns and hear this wonderful band in the beautiful St Johns City Park!

WKAR and Michigan Learning Channel pop-up at your local library for summer learning fun! Join us for fun learning activities, PBS KIDS® swag and free books!

Wacousta Branch
This interactive puppet show roars to life as adorable baby dinosaur puppets crack out of their eggs during the live performance. Through fun storytelling, audience participation, and plenty of dino-mite moments, you'll explore different dinosaur species, ancient ecosystems, and the exciting world of paleontology. It's an egg-cellent blend of education and entertainment that's perfect for young dinosaur enthusiasts!
This project is funded in part by Michigan Humanities, an affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities, and the Michigan Arts and Culture Council.
https://gladl.libcal.com/event/16560160

Presented by Arbor Financial Credit Union

From the cruise ships of the Greek Isles to venues across the United States and Canada, Cliff Erickson has been captivating audiences for more than 30 years. His musical intuition shines through in his original songwriting, while his remarkable ability to channel the emotion of beloved cover songs sets him apart with a warm, soothing voice and masterful command of his signature 12‑string acoustic guitar.