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Our Read, Music, Play (RMP) Early Literacy Class is geared toward infants through young 3-year-olds and their parent(s)/caregiver(s)—though family members of all ages are welcome to enjoy the program. Each RMP consists of 20 minutes of songs, stories, and rhymes/fingerplays, followed by playtime to socialize with others in the group.

This drop-in session runs from Monday, January 5, through Monday, April 20, 2026. No registration is required.

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.

Our Read, Music, Play (RMP) Early Literacy Class is geared toward infants through young 3-year-olds and their parent(s)/caregiver(s)—though family members of all ages are welcome to enjoy the program. Each RMP consists of 20 minutes of songs, stories, and rhymes/fingerplays, followed by playtime to socialize with others in the group.

This drop-in session runs from Tuesday, January 6, through Tuesday, April 21, 2026. No registration is required.

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.

Our Read, Music, Play (RMP) Early Literacy Class is geared toward infants through young 3-year-olds and their parent(s)/caregiver(s)—though family members of all ages are welcome to enjoy the program. Each RMP consists of 20 minutes of songs, stories, and rhymes/fingerplays. Before or after the class, you are welcome to play and socialize with others at the 2|42 playscape. 

This drop-in session is held at 2|42 Community Center and runs from Tuesday, January 6, through Tuesday, April 21, 2026. No registration is required.

Please stay home if you are sick.

Once you arrive at 2|42, meet library staff in the "Kids Park" room. Thank you to our partner, 2|42 Community Church, for providing the space for this class.

You and your child will build early literacy skills while exploring with the senses and interacting with an array of sensory stations.

Drop-in; no registration required.

Please stay home if you are sick.

Our Family Early Literacy Class is geared toward 3- to 5-year-olds and their parent(s)/caregiver(s). Each class consists of 30 minutes of songs, stories, rhymes/fingerplays, and letter recognition, followed by playtime to socialize with others in the group.

This drop-in session runs from Wednesday, January 7, through Wednesday, April 22, 2026. No registration is required.

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.

Our Family Early Literacy Class is geared toward 3- to 5-year-olds and their parent(s)/caregiver(s). Each class consists of 30 minutes of songs, stories, rhymes/fingerplays, and letter recognition, followed by playtime to socialize with others in the group.

This drop-in session runs from Thursday, January 8, through Thursday, April 23, 2026. No registration is required.

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.

This program complements students' homeschooling curriculum, providing art, craft, or science projects led by library staff. This week, participants will explore watercolor-resistant art using white crayons and watercolor paint.

Drop-in; no registration required.

Please stay home if you are sick. 

See our Family Early Literacy Class for 3- to 5-year-olds who are not yet in kindergarten.

Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.

Together, children ages 0-5, and their parents/caregivers can explore hands-on art activities and the Arthur Secunda Museum, located on the Cleary University campus. Siblings are welcome.

Get inspired by the artwork around you as you and your child create fingerpainting masterpieces, torn paper collages, colorful mark-making, and more. Enjoy book sharing, a whole-body play area, and creative fun together. Pizza and snack kits will be provided while supplies last.

Thank you to our partners, Great Start / Help Me Grow Livingston, Arthur Secunda Museum, and St. Joseph Food Pantry.

Please note:

• Once you arrive on the Cleary University Campus, follow the signs to the Arthur Secunda Museum located in Chrysler Hall.
• Please stay home if you are sick.
• Please register for reminders. Registration is not required to attend, but it will help ensure we have enough supplies. 

Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.

Our Read, Music, Play (RMP) Early Literacy Class is geared toward infants through young 3-year-olds and their parent(s)/caregiver(s)—though family members of all ages are welcome to enjoy the program. Each RMP consists of 20 minutes of songs, stories, and rhymes/fingerplays, followed by playtime to socialize with others in the group.

This drop-in session runs from Monday, January 5, through Monday, April 20, 2026. No registration is required.

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.

Celebrate early spring with a field day full of action and family fun. This free, indoor event will feature your favorite yard games, gaga ball, and giant versions of activities like Jenga, Tetris, and more! Games are geared toward families with children ages 5-12.

Drop-in; no registration required. This event will take place inside, on the field at 2|42 Community Center. 

Thank you to our partners: Livingston County libraries, SELCRA, Howell Area Parks and Recreation, and 2|42 Community Center. 

This event takes place during Howell Public Schools' spring break.

Please stay home if you are sick.

Our Read, Music, Play (RMP) Early Literacy Class is geared toward infants through young 3-year-olds and their parent(s)/caregiver(s)—though family members of all ages are welcome to enjoy the program. Each RMP consists of 20 minutes of songs, stories, and rhymes/fingerplays, followed by playtime to socialize with others in the group.

This drop-in session runs from Tuesday, January 6, through Tuesday, April 21, 2026. No registration is required.

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.

Our Read, Music, Play (RMP) Early Literacy Class is geared toward infants through young 3-year-olds and their parent(s)/caregiver(s)—though family members of all ages are welcome to enjoy the program. Each RMP consists of 20 minutes of songs, stories, and rhymes/fingerplays. Before or after the class, you are welcome to play and socialize with others at the 2|42 playscape. 

This drop-in session is held at 2|42 Community Center and runs from Tuesday, January 6, through Tuesday, April 21, 2026. No registration is required.

Please stay home if you are sick.

Once you arrive at 2|42, meet library staff in the "Kids Park" room. Thank you to our partner, 2|42 Community Church, for providing the space for this class.

Library staff will lead elementary students through independent explorations of different techniques, media, and artistic styles to create their own masterpieces. 

This month, participants will explore Surrealism and the work of artist Salvador Dalí, using clay and paint to recreate his melting clocks.

Registration is required and begins at 9am on Tuesday, March 17.  

This event takes place during Howell Public Schools' spring break.

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.

Library staff will lead elementary students through independent explorations of different techniques, media, and artistic styles to create their own masterpieces. 

This month, participants will explore Surrealism and the work of artist Salvador Dalí, using clay and paint to recreate his melting clocks.

Registration is required and begins at 9am on Tuesday, March 17. 

This event takes place during Howell Public Schools' spring break.

Please stay home if you are sick.

Our Family Early Literacy Class is geared toward 3- to 5-year-olds and their parent(s)/caregiver(s). Each class consists of 30 minutes of songs, stories, rhymes/fingerplays, and letter recognition, followed by playtime to socialize with others in the group.

This drop-in session runs from Wednesday, January 7, through Wednesday, April 22, 2026. No registration is required.

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.

Our Family Early Literacy Class is geared toward 3- to 5-year-olds and their parent(s)/caregiver(s). Each class consists of 30 minutes of songs, stories, rhymes/fingerplays, and letter recognition, followed by playtime to socialize with others in the group.

This drop-in session runs from Thursday, January 8, through Thursday, April 23, 2026. No registration is required.

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.

This program complements students' homeschooling curriculum, providing art, craft, or science projects led by library staff. This week, participants will work together to get across the floor using three carpet squares.

Drop-in; no registration required.

Please stay home if you are sick. 

See our Family Early Literacy Class for 3- to 5-year-olds who are not yet in kindergarten.

Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.

Experience Drummunity at the Howell library—a hands-on drumming activity led by facilitator Lori Fithian! This free, family-friendly event will feature a variety of hand drums and percussion instruments as we come together to create a high-energy community drum circle.

Drop-in; no registration required.

This event takes place during Howell Public Schools' spring break.

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.

Experience Drummunity at the Howell library—a hands-on drumming activity led by facilitator Lori Fithian! This free, family-friendly event will feature a variety of hand drums and percussion instruments as we come together to create a high-energy community drum circle.

Drop-in; no registration required. 

This event takes place during Howell Public Schools' spring break.

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.

Our Read, Music, Play (RMP) Early Literacy Class is geared toward infants through young 3-year-olds and their parent(s)/caregiver(s)—though family members of all ages are welcome to enjoy the program. Each RMP consists of 20 minutes of songs, stories, and rhymes/fingerplays, followed by playtime to socialize with others in the group.

This drop-in session runs from Monday, January 5, through Monday, April 20, 2026. No registration is required.

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.

Our STEAM Club explores the principles of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math for upper elementary students. This month, participants will explore Earth science through hands-on plate tectonics experiments.

Registration is required and begins at 9am on Monday, March 23. 

Please stay home if you are sick.

Our Read, Music, Play (RMP) Early Literacy Class is geared toward infants through young 3-year-olds and their parent(s)/caregiver(s)—though family members of all ages are welcome to enjoy the program. Each RMP consists of 20 minutes of songs, stories, and rhymes/fingerplays, followed by playtime to socialize with others in the group.

This drop-in session runs from Tuesday, January 6, through Tuesday, April 21, 2026. No registration is required.

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.

Our Read, Music, Play (RMP) Early Literacy Class is geared toward infants through young 3-year-olds and their parent(s)/caregiver(s)—though family members of all ages are welcome to enjoy the program. Each RMP consists of 20 minutes of songs, stories, and rhymes/fingerplays. Before or after the class, you are welcome to play and socialize with others at the 2|42 playscape. 

This drop-in session is held at 2|42 Community Center and runs from Tuesday, January 6, through Tuesday, April 21, 2026. No registration is required.

Please stay home if you are sick.

Once you arrive at 2|42, meet library staff in the "Kids Park" room. Thank you to our partner, 2|42 Community Church, for providing the space for this class.

This free literacy class features rhymes, songs, stories, and a letter of the day for ages 6-17 with developmental and/or neurological disabilities and their caregivers. A visual schedule and timer, fidgets, and other adaptive tools will be on hand. Please feel free to bring your own as well. 

Parents/caregivers will participate with their child(ren). Registration is required and begins at 9am on Wednesday, March 25. Please register the name of one person from each group/family who will be attending and indicate how many in your group/family plan to attend.

View our Storytime Social Story here to get ready for your trip to the library.

Please note:

• You may bring your favorite fidgets or comfort items.
• A minimum of 6 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.

Today's class will feature:

• Welcome Song
• Itsy Bitsy Spider
• Letter of the Day
• Rhyme
• Book
• Song: Count to 100
• Song with scarves

Our Family Early Literacy Class is geared toward 3- to 5-year-olds and their parent(s)/caregiver(s). Each class consists of 30 minutes of songs, stories, rhymes/fingerplays, and letter recognition, followed by playtime to socialize with others in the group.

This drop-in session runs from Wednesday, January 7, through Wednesday, April 22, 2026. No registration is required.

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.

Read aloud to a trained therapy dog in a relaxed environment. No pressure—just the dog, its handler, and the child. Sign up for a 10- to 15-minute time slot; multiple sessions are available—check the calendar for other times. 

Read more about Therapy Dogs International's Tail Waggin' Tutors program.

There is limited availability for walk-ins, so please register to secure your time. Registration begins at 9am on Wednesday, March 25.

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.

Read aloud to a trained therapy dog in a relaxed environment. No pressure—just the dog, its handler, and the child. Sign up for a 10- to 15-minute time slot; multiple sessions are available—check the calendar for other times. 

Read more about Therapy Dogs International's Tail Waggin' Tutors program.

There is limited availability for walk-ins, so please register to secure your time.  Registration begins at 9am on Wednesday, March 25.

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.

Read aloud to a trained therapy dog in a relaxed environment. No pressure—just the dog, its handler, and the child. Sign up for a 10- to 15-minute time slot; multiple sessions are available—check the calendar for other times. 

Read more about Therapy Dogs International's Tail Waggin' Tutors program.

There is limited availability for walk-ins, so please register to secure your time.  Registration begins at 9am on Wednesday, March 25.

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.

Read aloud to a trained therapy dog in a relaxed environment. No pressure—just the dog, its handler, and the child. Sign up for a 10- to 15-minute time slot; multiple sessions are available—check the calendar for other times. 

Read more about Therapy Dogs International's Tail Waggin' Tutors program.

There is limited availability for walk-ins, so please register to secure your time.  Registration begins at 9am on Wednesday, March 25.

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.

Our Family Early Literacy Class is geared toward 3- to 5-year-olds and their parent(s)/caregiver(s). Each class consists of 30 minutes of songs, stories, rhymes/fingerplays, and letter recognition, followed by playtime to socialize with others in the group.

This drop-in session runs from Thursday, January 8, through Thursday, April 23, 2026. No registration is required.

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.

This program complements students' homeschooling curriculum, providing art, craft, or science projects led by library staff. This week, participants will explore chemical reactions with plastic eggs, baking soda, and vinegar

Drop-in; no registration required.

Please stay home if you are sick. 

See our Family Early Literacy Class for 3- to 5-year-olds who are not yet in kindergarten.

Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.

Our Read, Music, Play (RMP) Early Literacy Class is geared toward infants through young 3-year-olds and their parent(s)/caregiver(s)—though family members of all ages are welcome to enjoy the program. Each RMP consists of 20 minutes of songs, stories, and rhymes/fingerplays, followed by playtime to socialize with others in the group.

This drop-in session runs from Monday, January 5, through Monday, April 20, 2026. No registration is required.

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.

Our STEAM Club Jr. explores Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math principles for younger elementary students. This month, kids will explore simple science concepts through fun, hands-on experiments using colorful marshmallow Peeps. We’ll make guesses, watch what happens, and learn together through playful discovery.

Registration is required and begins at 9am on Monday, March 30. 

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.

Our Read, Music, Play (RMP) Early Literacy Class is geared toward infants through young 3-year-olds and their parent(s)/caregiver(s)—though family members of all ages are welcome to enjoy the program. Each RMP consists of 20 minutes of songs, stories, and rhymes/fingerplays, followed by playtime to socialize with others in the group.

This drop-in session runs from Tuesday, January 6, through Tuesday, April 21, 2026. No registration is required.

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.

Our Read, Music, Play (RMP) Early Literacy Class is geared toward infants through young 3-year-olds and their parent(s)/caregiver(s)—though family members of all ages are welcome to enjoy the program. Each RMP consists of 20 minutes of songs, stories, and rhymes/fingerplays. Before or after the class, you are welcome to play and socialize with others at the 2|42 playscape. 

This drop-in session is held at 2|42 Community Center and runs from Tuesday, January 6, through Tuesday, April 21, 2026. No registration is required.

Please stay home if you are sick.

Once you arrive at 2|42, meet library staff in the "Kids Park" room. Thank you to our partner, 2|42 Community Church, for providing the space for this class.

Our Family Early Literacy Class is geared toward 3- to 5-year-olds and their parent(s)/caregiver(s). Each class consists of 30 minutes of songs, stories, rhymes/fingerplays, and letter recognition, followed by playtime to socialize with others in the group.

This drop-in session runs from Wednesday, January 7, through Wednesday, April 22, 2026. No registration is required.

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.

Our Family Early Literacy Class is geared toward 3- to 5-year-olds and their parent(s)/caregiver(s). Each class consists of 30 minutes of songs, stories, rhymes/fingerplays, and letter recognition, followed by playtime to socialize with others in the group.

This drop-in session runs from Thursday, January 8, through Thursday, April 23, 2026. No registration is required.

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.

This program complements students' homeschooling curriculum, providing art, craft, or science projects led by library staff. This week, participants will use shaving cream and watercolors to make printed art.

Drop-in; no registration required.

Please stay home if you are sick. 

See our Family Early Literacy Class for 3- to 5-year-olds who are not yet in kindergarten.

Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.

Our Read, Music, Play (RMP) Early Literacy Class is geared toward infants through young 3-year-olds and their parent(s)/caregiver(s)—though family members of all ages are welcome to enjoy the program. Each RMP consists of 20 minutes of songs, stories, and rhymes/fingerplays, followed by playtime to socialize with others in the group.

This drop-in session runs from Monday, January 5, through Monday, April 20, 2026. No registration is required.

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.