Community Calendar

Children can come into the library throughout the day and create a colorful paper leaf wreath. They can color or paint the paper plate wreath, and then decorate them with fall colored leaves. Add a ribbon to the wreath to hang it up!
https://gladl.libcal.com/event/17017827

The infamous Dr. I Ball is back at The Okemos Coffee Shop, and this year he brought his horrible horde of interdimensional travelers along with him.

Together they've built a 9 hole haunted putt putt course right inside the shop - a limited time art installation that you can play! It runs October 4th through November 8th, with a few extra special event nights mixed in.

Come putt putt, drink coffee, and get spooky!

SUN: 10AM-4PM
THURS-SAT: 1PM-9PM
MON-WED: CLOSED

Advance tickets are $12 a person, or 4 for $40. At the door tickets are $15 per person or 4 for $45.

On sale starting September 27th.

This workshop is a 6-week community diabetes education program to help individuals learn the tools and techniques needed for day-to-day management.

Join us on the second Thursday of every month for Code Club! Explore the basics of coding with Scratch and enjoy fun, hands-on coding activities, games, and creative challenges. Perfect for beginners and young coders who want to learn, create, and have fun together.
https://gladl.libcal.com/event/17160265

Adults need some fun at Halloween too! Talented psychic Mr. Robert Taylor will present various techniques of divination including the Brighu Yantra from India the Mo from Tibet Astrology Palmistry the Astro Dice and Tarot. During this fun and interactive class, you’ll learn the basics of some of these psychic arts. Audience participants will choose one of the techniques for an individualized reading from Robert! Seating limited due to individual nature of the readings.

October 2 – October 30
Come see and vote on the Rubber Duck Cosplay Contest!
https://gladl.libcal.com/event/17019090

The infamous Dr. I Ball is back at The Okemos Coffee Shop, and this year he brought his horrible horde of interdimensional travelers along with him.

Together they've built a 9 hole haunted putt putt course right inside the shop - a limited time art installation that you can play! It runs October 4th through November 8th, with a few extra special event nights mixed in.

Come putt putt, drink coffee, and get spooky!

SUN: 10AM-4PM
THURS-SAT: 1PM-9PM
MON-WED: CLOSED

Advance tickets are $12 a person, or 4 for $40. At the door tickets are $15 per person or 4 for $45.

On sale starting September 27th.

The MSU Homecoming parade is a beloved Spartan tradition that brings the community together for a celebration of pride and spirit. Experience the energy of the Spartan Marching Band, Michigan high school bands, MSU campus groups, community organizations, university leaders and of course, Sparty himself — plus so much more. Spartans can get involved in many ways — whether by participating in the parade or simply cheering from the sidelines!

Look for your friends from WKAR in the parade, plus keep an eye out for a PBS KIDS character sighting!

For more information visit: https://alumni.msu.edu/connect/homecoming

Experience the vibrant energy of Endea Owens and the Cookout, a dynamic ensemble led by star bassist Endea Owens. Their performances are a joyful fusion of jazz, soul, and global influences, creating a feel-good atmosphere that captivates audiences. The Cookout’s performances are more than just a concert; they are an experience that leaves audiences feeling inspired and connected.

Endea Owens’ exceptional talent and impact have garnered significant recognition. She is a recipient of an Emmy, a Grammy Award, and a George Foster Peabody Award. In 2019, she was hailed as an Emerging Artist by Jazz at Lincoln Center. Owens has also been commissioned to compose for prestigious ensembles such as the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra and the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, where she served as the 2023 MAC Music Innovator. Her debut album, Feel Good Music, released in 2023, has further solidified her position as a rising star in the jazz world.

The Packard Farmers Market returns for the 2026 season at the historic Packard Proving Grounds, bringing together local farmers, artisans, bakers, makers, and small businesses in a one-of-a-kind setting where history and community meet.

Formerly known as the Shelby Farmers Market, the newly rebranded Packard Farmers Market reflects its deep connection to the Packard Proving Grounds and its mission to support the preservation of this iconic historic site. The market runs Saturdays from May 16 through October 10, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., on the expansive front lawn of the Packard Proving Grounds Historic Site.

Each week, the market is arranged in neat rows across the lawn, offering a relaxed, walkable shopping experience. Vendors may park directly next to their booths, and the grass setting provides a cooler summer atmosphere ideal for tent setups. Well-behaved dogs on leashes are welcome. The market is supported by Packard Proving Grounds volunteers and local high school students earning community service hours.

The Packard Farmers Market is open on Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends and will be closed Saturday, July 4. Proceeds from the market directly benefit the ongoing restoration and preservation of the Packard Proving Grounds Historic Site, owned and operated by the Packard Motor Car Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

Dates: Saturdays, May 16 – October 10, 2026 *closed July 4th

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Location: Packard Proving Grounds Historic Site, Shelby Township

More information and vendor details: packardprovinggrounds.org/farmersmarket