Howell Carnegie Library Events for Teens
Events Between 05-19-2026 and 06-18-2026
Teen Volunteer Session (ages 14-17)
May 19, 2026 03:30PM-04:30PM @ Youth Services Department (2 seats)
Teens (ages 14-17) can earn volunteer hours and help support the library by assisting Youth Department staff with specific tasks such as using a die-cut machine to cut out shapes, cleaning toys, finding books, and more.
This session runs Tuesday, May 19 and 26, 3:30-4:30pm. Please let library staff know if you need your hours tracked.
Registration is required for this volunteer session and begins at 9am on Tuesday, May 5. Please register each teen individually.
Please stay home if you are sick.
Teen Volunteer Session (ages 14-17)
May 21, 2026 03:30PM-04:30PM @ Youth Services Department (2 seats)
Teens (ages 14-17) can earn volunteer hours and help support the library by assisting Youth Department staff with specific tasks such as using a die-cut machine to cut out shapes, cleaning toys, finding books, and more.
This session runs Thursday, May 14 and 21, 3:30-4:30pm. Please let library staff know if you need your hours tracked.
Registration is required for this volunteer session and begins at 9am on Thursday, April 30. Please register each teen individually.
Please stay home if you are sick.
Teen Volunteer Session (ages 14-17)
May 26, 2026 03:30PM-04:30PM @ Youth Services Department (2 seats)
Teens (ages 14-17) can earn volunteer hours and help support the library by assisting Youth Department staff with specific tasks such as using a die-cut machine to cut out shapes, cleaning toys, finding books, and more.
This session runs Tuesday, May 19 and 26, 3:30-4:30pm. Please let library staff know if you need your hours tracked.
Registration is required for this volunteer session and begins at 9am on Tuesday, May 5. Please register each teen individually.
Please stay home if you are sick.
Teen Volunteer Session: Help at Summer Reading Kickoff Party (ages 14-17 with work permit) (Outdoors)
June 01, 2026 09:00AM-10:45AM @ Please check in at the Youth Services Desk on the lower level (6 seats)
Teens (ages 14-17), with a work permit*, can earn volunteer hours and support the library by signing up for our Teen Volunteer Sessions. Each individual shift requires registration. During this session, volunteers will help us run the outdoor Summer Reading Kickoff Party for preschool and elementary-age children.
Please register to volunteer for this session ONLY if you enjoy working with younger children, are 14-17 years old, and have a work permit to volunteer at the library.
Registration is required and begins at 9am on Monday, May 18. When you arrive for your volunteer shift, please check in at the Youth Services desk on the lower level of the library.
*Work Permit Information:
1. A work permit is required. Find out more about work permits here.
2. Please complete the appropriate form:
- Teen Volunteer work permit (ages 14-15) for the Howell Carnegie District Library.
- Teen Volunteer work permit (ages 16-17) for the Howell Carnegie District Library.
3. Have your school's issuing officer complete and sign the work permit:
- Howell Public Schools: Bring to the high school office
- Homeschooled: Parent is the issuing officer
- Other Districts: Please check with your high school office
4. Email the completed application to youth@howelllibrary.org, or bring it to the Youth Services desk in the library prior to your shift's start time.
Please stay home if you are sick.
Teen Volunteer Session: Help at Summer Reading Kickoff Party (ages 14-17 with work permit) (Outdoors)
June 01, 2026 10:30AM-12:15PM @ Check in at Youth Services Desk on lower level (6 seats)
Teens (ages 14-17), with a work permit*, can earn volunteer hours and support the library by signing up for our Teen Volunteer Sessions. Each individual shift requires registration. During this session, volunteers will help us run the outdoor Summer Reading Kickoff Party for preschool and elementary-age children.
Please register to volunteer for this session ONLY if you enjoy working with younger children, are 14-17 years old, and have a work permit to volunteer at the library.
Registration is required and begins at 9am on Monday, May 18. When you arrive for your volunteer shift, please check in at the Youth Services desk on the lower level of the library.
*Work Permit Information:
1. A work permit is required. Find out more about work permits here.
2. Please complete the appropriate form:
- Teen Volunteer work permit (ages 14-15) for the Howell Carnegie District Library.
- Teen Volunteer work permit (ages 16-17) for the Howell Carnegie District Library.
3. Have your school's issuing officer complete and sign the work permit:
- Howell Public Schools: Bring to the high school office
- Homeschooled: Parent is the issuing officer
- Other Districts: Please check with your high school office
4. Email the completed application to youth@howelllibrary.org, or bring it to the Youth Services desk in the library prior to your shift's start time.
Please stay home if you are sick.
Summer Reading Kickoff Party (grades 4-5 with parents/caregivers & grades 6-12) (Outdoors)
June 01, 2026 01:00PM-02:30PM @ Library Lawn (no seat limit)
Celebrate the start of our 2026 Summer Reading Challenge at our kickoff party! Here, you can:
- Check out some cool bugs from Bugs on Wheels.
- Play yard games like axe throwing, Tetris Tumble, and cornhole.
- Get a glitter tattoo.
- Make mandala sand art, a friendship bracelet, and a painted 3D picture.
- Stop by and see SCOTS Bots (Howell High School's Robotics Team) for a hands-on STEAM activity and to see their robot in action.
- Head inside to the Meabon Room to use our photo booth to commemorate the day.
- See Howell Library staff on the lawn or inside to get signed up for our 2026 Summer Reading Challenge.
This free, drop-in event is geared toward upper elementary, middle school, and high school students. See our calendar for our Summer Reading Kickoff Party for preschool and elementary-age children.
The Summer Lunch Bunch will serve a picnic meal at 11:45am. Meals are free and available for anyone to enjoy on a first-come basis.
Please note:
- We will be on the library lawn for this event. Feel free to bring sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray.
- In case of poor weather, some activities will occur in the library.
- Stay home if you are sick.
- Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.
Teen Volunteer Session: Help at Splash into Science (ages 14-17 with work permit) (Outdoors)
June 04, 2026 10:30AM-12:00PM @ Please check in at the Youth Services Desk on the lower level (4 seats)
Teens (ages 14-17), with a work permit*, can earn volunteer hours and support the library by signing up for our Teen Volunteer Sessions. Each individual shift requires registration. During this session, volunteers will assist with activity stations at our outdoor “Splash into Science” event for elementary-age students.
Please register to volunteer for this session ONLY if you enjoy working with younger children, are 14-17 years old, and have a work permit to volunteer at the library.
Registration is required and begins at 9am on Thursday, May 21. When you arrive for your volunteer shift, please check in at the Youth Services desk on the lower level of the library.
*Work Permit Information:
1. A work permit is required. Find out more about work permits here.
2. Please complete the appropriate form:
- Teen Volunteer work permit (ages 14-15) for the Howell Carnegie District Library.
- Teen Volunteer work permit (ages 16-17) for the Howell Carnegie District Library.
3. Have your school's issuing officer complete and sign the work permit:
- Howell Public Schools: Bring to the high school office
- Homeschooled: Parent is the issuing officer
- Other Districts: Please check with your high school office
4. Email the completed application to youth@howelllibrary.org, or bring it to the Youth Services desk in the library prior to your shift's start time.
Please stay home if you are sick.
Candy Sushi for Teens (grades 6-12)
June 11, 2026 02:00PM-03:00PM @ Meabon Room - Howell Carnegie Library (20 seats)
Love sushi and candy? Come learn how to make your own candy sushi! We’ll use sweet treats like fruit snacks, marshmallows, and other colorful candies to roll up creative (and delicious) sushi-inspired snacks. All supplies provided.
Registration is required and begins at 9am on Thursday, May 28.
Please note:
- A minimum of 8 registered participants is necessary for this event to proceed as scheduled.
- Stay home if you are sick.
- Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.
Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye - Session A (Outdoors)
June 16, 2026 12:00PM-12:40PM @ Library Lawn (3 seats)
Create a red, white, and blue masterpiece at one of our Patriotic Tie Dye sessions—open to all ages (parent/caregiver assistance required for kids 10 and below).
Each participant can bring a white shirt, a pair of socks, or another clothing item, and we will provide red and blue dye and all other supplies to create a one-of-a-kind garment. Please note: We will not be able to accommodate towels or other heavy cloth items; read the full instructions HERE beforehand.
Registration is required and begins at 9am on Tuesday, June 2. Please register all participants in your group.
There are multiple tie-dye sessions—see our calendar to view them all.

This event celebrates America's 250th anniversary at the Howell Carnegie Library. A gift from the Carnegie Corporation of New York partially funds it. Part of the "Carnegie Libraries 250" initiative, these funds honor the 250th anniversary of the United States and libraries' role as "cradles of democracy."
Please stay home if you are sick.
Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.
Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye - Session B (Outdoors)
June 16, 2026 12:15PM-12:55PM @ Library Lawn (4 seats)
Create a patriotic masterpiece at one of our Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye sessions—open to all ages (parent/caregiver assistance required for kids 10 and below).
Each participant can bring a white shirt, a pair of socks, or another clothing item, and we will provide red and blue dye and all other supplies to create a one-of-a-kind garment. Please note: We will not be able to accommodate towels or other heavy cloth items; read the full instructions HERE beforehand.
Registration is required and begins at 9am on Tuesday, June 2. Please register all participants in your group.
There are multiple tie-dye sessions—see our calendar to view them all.

This event celebrates America's Semiquincentennial anniversary at the Howell Carnegie Library. A gift from the Carnegie Corporation of New York partially funds it. Part of the "Carnegie Libraries 250" initiative, these funds honor the Semiquincentennial anniversary of the United States and libraries' role as "cradles of democracy."
Please stay home if you are sick.
Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.
Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye - Session C (Outdoors)
June 16, 2026 12:30PM-01:10PM @ Library Lawn (4 seats)
Create a patriotic masterpiece at one of our Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye sessions—open to all ages (parent/caregiver assistance required for kids 10 and below).
Each participant can bring a white shirt, a pair of socks, or another clothing item, and we will provide red and blue dye and all other supplies to create a one-of-a-kind garment. Please note: We will not be able to accommodate towels or other heavy cloth items; read the full instructions HERE beforehand.
Registration is required and begins at 9am on Tuesday, June 2. Please register all participants in your group.
There are multiple tie-dye sessions—see our calendar to view them all.

This event celebrates America's Semiquincentennial anniversary at the Howell Carnegie Library. A gift from the Carnegie Corporation of New York partially funds it. Part of the "Carnegie Libraries 250" initiative, these funds honor the Semiquincentennial anniversary of the United States and libraries' role as "cradles of democracy."
Please stay home if you are sick.
Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.
Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye - Session D (Outdoors)
June 16, 2026 12:45PM-01:25PM @ Library Lawn (5 seats)
Create a patriotic masterpiece at one of our Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye sessions—open to all ages (parent/caregiver assistance required for kids 10 and below).
Each participant can bring a white shirt, a pair of socks, or another clothing item, and we will provide red and blue dye and all other supplies to create a one-of-a-kind garment. Please note: We will not be able to accommodate towels or other heavy cloth items; read the full instructions HERE beforehand.
Registration is required and begins at 9am on Tuesday, June 2. Please register all participants in your group.
There are multiple tie-dye sessions—see our calendar to view them all.

This event celebrates America's Semiquincentennial anniversary at the Howell Carnegie Library. A gift from the Carnegie Corporation of New York partially funds it. Part of the "Carnegie Libraries 250" initiative, these funds honor the Semiquincentennial anniversary of the United States and libraries' role as "cradles of democracy."
Please stay home if you are sick.
Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.
Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye - Session E (Outdoors)
June 16, 2026 01:00PM-01:40PM @ Library Lawn (5 seats)
Create a patriotic masterpiece at one of our Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye sessions—open to all ages (parent/caregiver assistance required for kids 10 and below).
Each participant can bring a white shirt, a pair of socks, or another clothing item, and we will provide red and blue dye and all other supplies to create a one-of-a-kind garment. Please note: We will not be able to accommodate towels or other heavy cloth items; read the full instructions HERE beforehand.
Registration is required and begins at 9am on Tuesday, June 2. Please register all participants in your group.
There are multiple tie-dye sessions—see our calendar to view them all.

This event celebrates America's Semiquincentennial anniversary at the Howell Carnegie Library. A gift from the Carnegie Corporation of New York partially funds it. Part of the "Carnegie Libraries 250" initiative, these funds honor the Semiquincentennial anniversary of the United States and libraries' role as "cradles of democracy."
Please stay home if you are sick.
Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.
Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye - Session F (Outdoors)
June 16, 2026 01:30PM-02:10PM @ Library Lawn (5 seats)
Create a patriotic masterpiece at one of our Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye sessions—open to all ages (parent/caregiver assistance required for kids 10 and below).
Each participant can bring a white shirt, a pair of socks, or another clothing item, and we will provide red and blue dye and all other supplies to create a one-of-a-kind garment. Please note: We will not be able to accommodate towels or other heavy cloth items; read the full instructions HERE beforehand.
Registration is required and begins at 9am on Tuesday, June 2. Please register all participants in your group.
There are multiple tie-dye sessions—see our calendar to view them all.

This event celebrates America's Semiquincentennial anniversary at the Howell Carnegie Library. A gift from the Carnegie Corporation of New York partially funds it. Part of the "Carnegie Libraries 250" initiative, these funds honor the Semiquincentennial anniversary of the United States and libraries' role as "cradles of democracy."
Please stay home if you are sick.
Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.
Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye - Session G (Outdoors)
June 16, 2026 01:45PM-02:25PM @ Library Lawn (5 seats)
Create a patriotic masterpiece at one of our Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye sessions—open to all ages (parent/caregiver assistance required for kids 10 and below).
Each participant can bring a white shirt, a pair of socks, or another clothing item, and we will provide red and blue dye and all other supplies to create a one-of-a-kind garment. Please note: We will not be able to accommodate towels or other heavy cloth items; read the full instructions HERE beforehand.
Registration is required and begins at 9am on Tuesday, June 2. Please register all participants in your group.
There are multiple tie-dye sessions—see our calendar to view them all.

This event celebrates America's Semiquincentennial anniversary at the Howell Carnegie Library. A gift from the Carnegie Corporation of New York partially funds it. Part of the "Carnegie Libraries 250" initiative, these funds honor the Semiquincentennial anniversary of the United States and libraries' role as "cradles of democracy."
Please stay home if you are sick.
Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.
Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye - Session H (Outdoors)
June 16, 2026 02:00PM-02:40PM @ Library Lawn (5 seats)
Create a patriotic masterpiece at one of our Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye sessions—open to all ages (parent/caregiver assistance required for kids 10 and below).
Each participant can bring a white shirt, a pair of socks, or another clothing item, and we will provide red and blue dye and all other supplies to create a one-of-a-kind garment. Please note: We will not be able to accommodate towels or other heavy cloth items; read the full instructions HERE beforehand.
Registration is required and begins at 9am on Tuesday, June 2. Please register all participants in your group.
There are multiple tie-dye sessions—see our calendar to view them all.

This event celebrates America's Semiquincentennial anniversary at the Howell Carnegie Library. A gift from the Carnegie Corporation of New York partially funds it. Part of the "Carnegie Libraries 250" initiative, these funds honor the Semiquincentennial anniversary of the United States and libraries' role as "cradles of democracy."
Please stay home if you are sick.
Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.
Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye - Session I (Outdoors)
June 16, 2026 02:15PM-02:55PM @ Library Lawn (4 seats)
Create a patriotic masterpiece at one of our Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye sessions—open to all ages (parent/caregiver assistance required for kids 10 and below).
Each participant can bring a white shirt, a pair of socks, or another clothing item, and we will provide red and blue dye and all other supplies to create a one-of-a-kind garment. Please note: We will not be able to accommodate towels or other heavy cloth items; read the full instructions HERE beforehand.
Registration is required and begins at 9am on Tuesday, June 2. Please register all participants in your group.
There are multiple tie-dye sessions—see our calendar to view them all.

This event celebrates America's Semiquincentennial anniversary at the Howell Carnegie Library. A gift from the Carnegie Corporation of New York partially funds it. Part of the "Carnegie Libraries 250" initiative, these funds honor the Semiquincentennial anniversary of the United States and libraries' role as "cradles of democracy."
Please stay home if you are sick.
Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.
Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye - Session J (Outdoors)
June 16, 2026 02:30PM-03:10PM @ Library Lawn (4 seats)
Create a patriotic masterpiece at one of our Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye sessions—open to all ages (parent/caregiver assistance required for kids 10 and below).
Each participant can bring a white shirt, a pair of socks, or another clothing item, and we will provide red and blue dye and all other supplies to create a one-of-a-kind garment. Please note: We will not be able to accommodate towels or other heavy cloth items; read the full instructions HERE beforehand.
Registration is required and begins at 9am on Tuesday, June 2. Please register all participants in your group.
There are multiple tie-dye sessions—see our calendar to view them all.

This event celebrates America's Semiquincentennial anniversary at the Howell Carnegie Library. A gift from the Carnegie Corporation of New York partially funds it. Part of the "Carnegie Libraries 250" initiative, these funds honor the Semiquincentennial anniversary of the United States and libraries' role as "cradles of democracy."
Please stay home if you are sick.
Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.
Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye - Session K (Outdoors)
June 16, 2026 03:15PM-03:55PM @ Library Lawn (4 seats)
Create a patriotic masterpiece at one of our Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye sessions—open to all ages (parent/caregiver assistance required for kids 10 and below).
Each participant can bring a white shirt, a pair of socks, or another clothing item, and we will provide red and blue dye and all other supplies to create a one-of-a-kind garment. Please note: We will not be able to accommodate towels or other heavy cloth items; read the full instructions HERE beforehand.
Registration is required and begins at 9am on Tuesday, June 2. Please register all participants in your group.
There are multiple tie-dye sessions—see our calendar to view them all.

This event celebrates America's Semiquincentennial anniversary at the Howell Carnegie Library. A gift from the Carnegie Corporation of New York partially funds it. Part of the "Carnegie Libraries 250" initiative, these funds honor the Semiquincentennial anniversary of the United States and libraries' role as "cradles of democracy."
Please stay home if you are sick.
Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.
Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye - Session L (Outdoors)
June 16, 2026 03:30PM-04:10PM @ Library Lawn (4 seats)
Create a patriotic masterpiece at one of our Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye sessions—open to all ages (parent/caregiver assistance required for kids 10 and below).
Each participant can bring a white shirt, a pair of socks, or another clothing item, and we will provide red and blue dye and all other supplies to create a one-of-a-kind garment. Please note: We will not be able to accommodate towels or other heavy cloth items; read the full instructions HERE beforehand.
Registration is required and begins at 9am on Tuesday, June 2. Please register all participants in your group.
There are multiple tie-dye sessions—see our calendar to view them all.

This event celebrates America's Semiquincentennial anniversary at the Howell Carnegie Library. A gift from the Carnegie Corporation of New York partially funds it. Part of the "Carnegie Libraries 250" initiative, these funds honor the Semiquincentennial anniversary of the United States and libraries' role as "cradles of democracy."
Please stay home if you are sick.
Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.
Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye - Session M (Outdoors)
June 16, 2026 03:45PM-04:25PM @ Library Lawn (4 seats)
Create a patriotic masterpiece at one of our Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye sessions—open to all ages (parent/caregiver assistance required for kids 10 and below).
Each participant can bring a white shirt, a pair of socks, or another clothing item, and we will provide red and blue dye and all other supplies to create a one-of-a-kind garment. Please note: We will not be able to accommodate towels or other heavy cloth items; read the full instructions HERE beforehand.
Registration is required and begins at 9am on Tuesday, June 2. Please register all participants in your group.
There are multiple tie-dye sessions—see our calendar to view them all.

This event celebrates America's Semiquincentennial anniversary at the Howell Carnegie Library. A gift from the Carnegie Corporation of New York partially funds it. Part of the "Carnegie Libraries 250" initiative, these funds honor the Semiquincentennial anniversary of the United States and libraries' role as "cradles of democracy."
Please stay home if you are sick.
Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.
Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye - Session N (Outdoors)
June 16, 2026 04:00PM-04:40PM @ Library Lawn (5 seats)
Create a patriotic masterpiece at one of our Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye sessions—open to all ages (parent/caregiver assistance required for kids 10 and below).
Each participant can bring a white shirt, a pair of socks, or another clothing item, and we will provide red and blue dye and all other supplies to create a one-of-a-kind garment. Please note: We will not be able to accommodate towels or other heavy cloth items; read the full instructions HERE beforehand.
Registration is required and begins at 9am on Tuesday, June 2. Please register all participants in your group.
There are multiple tie-dye sessions—see our calendar to view them all.

This event celebrates America's Semiquincentennial anniversary at the Howell Carnegie Library. A gift from the Carnegie Corporation of New York partially funds it. Part of the "Carnegie Libraries 250" initiative, these funds honor the Semiquincentennial anniversary of the United States and libraries' role as "cradles of democracy."
Please stay home if you are sick.
Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.
Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye - Session O (Outdoors)
June 16, 2026 04:15PM-04:55PM @ Library Lawn (5 seats)
Create a patriotic masterpiece at one of our Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye sessions—open to all ages (parent/caregiver assistance required for kids 10 and below).
Each participant can bring a white shirt, a pair of socks, or another clothing item, and we will provide red and blue dye and all other supplies to create a one-of-a-kind garment. Please note: We will not be able to accommodate towels or other heavy cloth items; read the full instructions HERE beforehand.
Registration is required and begins at 9am on Tuesday, June 2. Please register all participants in your group.
There are multiple tie-dye sessions—see our calendar to view them all.

This event celebrates America's Semiquincentennial anniversary at the Howell Carnegie Library. A gift from the Carnegie Corporation of New York partially funds it. Part of the "Carnegie Libraries 250" initiative, these funds honor the Semiquincentennial anniversary of the United States and libraries' role as "cradles of democracy."
Please stay home if you are sick.
Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.
Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye - Session P (Outdoors)
June 16, 2026 04:45PM-05:25PM @ Library Lawn (5 seats)
Create a patriotic masterpiece at one of our Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye sessions—open to all ages (parent/caregiver assistance required for kids 10 and below).
Each participant can bring a white shirt, a pair of socks, or another clothing item, and we will provide red and blue dye and all other supplies to create a one-of-a-kind garment. Please note: We will not be able to accommodate towels or other heavy cloth items; read the full instructions HERE beforehand.
Registration is required and begins at 9am on Tuesday, June 2. Please register all participants in your group.
There are multiple tie-dye sessions—see our calendar to view them all.

This event celebrates America's Semiquincentennial anniversary at the Howell Carnegie Library. A gift from the Carnegie Corporation of New York partially funds it. Part of the "Carnegie Libraries 250" initiative, these funds honor the Semiquincentennial anniversary of the United States and libraries' role as "cradles of democracy."
Please stay home if you are sick.
Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.
Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye - Session Q (Outdoors)
June 16, 2026 05:00PM-05:40PM @ Library Lawn (5 seats)
Create a patriotic masterpiece at one of our Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye sessions—open to all ages (parent/caregiver assistance required for kids 10 and below).
Each participant can bring a white shirt, a pair of socks, or another clothing item, and we will provide red and blue dye and all other supplies to create a one-of-a-kind garment. Please note: We will not be able to accommodate towels or other heavy cloth items; read the full instructions HERE beforehand.
Registration is required and begins at 9am on Tuesday, June 2. Please register all participants in your group.
There are multiple tie-dye sessions—see our calendar to view them all.

This event celebrates America's Semiquincentennial anniversary at the Howell Carnegie Library. A gift from the Carnegie Corporation of New York partially funds it. Part of the "Carnegie Libraries 250" initiative, these funds honor the Semiquincentennial anniversary of the United States and libraries' role as "cradles of democracy."
Please stay home if you are sick.
Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.
Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye - Session R (Outdoors)
June 16, 2026 05:15PM-05:55PM @ Library Lawn (5 seats)
Create a patriotic masterpiece at one of our Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye sessions—open to all ages (parent/caregiver assistance required for kids 10 and below).
Each participant can bring a white shirt, a pair of socks, or another clothing item, and we will provide red and blue dye and all other supplies to create a one-of-a-kind garment. Please note: We will not be able to accommodate towels or other heavy cloth items; read the full instructions HERE beforehand.
Registration is required and begins at 9am on Tuesday, June 2. Please register all participants in your group.
There are multiple tie-dye sessions—see our calendar to view them all.

This event celebrates America's Semiquincentennial anniversary at the Howell Carnegie Library. A gift from the Carnegie Corporation of New York partially funds it. Part of the "Carnegie Libraries 250" initiative, these funds honor the Semiquincentennial anniversary of the United States and libraries' role as "cradles of democracy."
Please stay home if you are sick.
Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.
Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye - Session S (Outdoors)
June 16, 2026 05:30PM-06:10PM @ Library Lawn (4 seats)
Create a patriotic masterpiece at one of our Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye sessions—open to all ages (parent/caregiver assistance required for kids 10 and below).
Each participant can bring a white shirt, a pair of socks, or another clothing item, and we will provide red and blue dye and all other supplies to create a one-of-a-kind garment. Please note: We will not be able to accommodate towels or other heavy cloth items; read the full instructions HERE beforehand.
Registration is required and begins at 9am on Tuesday, June 2. Please register all participants in your group.
There are multiple tie-dye sessions—see our calendar to view them all.

This event celebrates America's Semiquincentennial anniversary at the Howell Carnegie Library. A gift from the Carnegie Corporation of New York partially funds it. Part of the "Carnegie Libraries 250" initiative, these funds honor the Semiquincentennial anniversary of the United States and libraries' role as "cradles of democracy."
Please stay home if you are sick.
Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.
Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye - Session T (Outdoors)
June 16, 2026 05:45PM-06:25PM @ Library Lawn (4 seats)
Create a patriotic masterpiece at one of our Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye sessions—open to all ages (parent/caregiver assistance required for kids 10 and below).
Each participant can bring a white shirt, a pair of socks, or another clothing item, and we will provide red and blue dye and all other supplies to create a one-of-a-kind garment. Please note: We will not be able to accommodate towels or other heavy cloth items; read the full instructions HERE beforehand.
Registration is required and begins at 9am on Tuesday, June 2. Please register all participants in your group.
There are multiple tie-dye sessions—see our calendar to view them all.

This event celebrates America's Semiquincentennial anniversary at the Howell Carnegie Library. A gift from the Carnegie Corporation of New York partially funds it. Part of the "Carnegie Libraries 250" initiative, these funds honor the Semiquincentennial anniversary of the United States and libraries' role as "cradles of democracy."
Please stay home if you are sick.
Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.



