Printable Events List

Meet us on the library lawn for Outdoor Family Early Literacy Class. This free event is designed for children aged 3 to 5 years old and their parents or caregivers, although family members of all ages are welcome to attend. Each class consists of 30 minutes of songs, stories, rhymes/fingerplays, and letter recognition.

Please note:

• This summer session of the Family Early Literacy Class (outdoor; drop-in) runs from Wednesday, June 3, through Wednesday, July 29, at 10am.
• We will be on the library lawn for this event. Feel free to bring a tarp/blanket to sit on, as well as sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray. 
• In case of poor weather, this event will occur in the library with limited seating available. 
• 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, May 27.

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, May 27.

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, May 27.

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, May 27.

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.

Groove, dance, and participate in an interactive concert featuring Evan Haller from Music at the Blissful in the main auditorium at 2|42 Community Center. Families can bring a blanket and sit together on the floor or in seats. This free event is great for children ages 0-8 and their families. Drop-in; no registration required.

Thank you to our partner, 2|42, for providing the space.  Thank you to our partners, Brighton District Library, Hartland's Cromaine Library, and Pinckney Community Public Library in hosting this event. 

Please stay home if you are sick.

Hear from storyteller Jean Bolley as she explores some of the people, myths, and legends central to United States folklore. Davey Crockett, Mike Fink, Pecos Bill, and other famous and well-loved figures are covered in these very American tales. For students entering grades 1-6. Drop-in; no registration required.

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.  

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 note:

• We will be sitting on the grass. Feel free to bring a tarp/blanket to sit on, sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray.
• In case of poor weather, this event will occur in the library with limited seating available. 
• 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.

Book Buddies provides an opportunity for your child entering grades 1-3 to practice their reading over the summer. Each child will be paired with a volunteer to read to and do simple activities together. 

Registration is required and begins at 9am on Monday, June 1. See other days/times Book Buddies is offered—register for each time you would like to attend.

Please stay home if you are sick.

Join Howell Library staff on the library lawn for Outdoor Read, Music, Play (RMP), an early literacy experience featuring some favorite rhymes, songs, and stories. Our free RMP sessions are geared toward infants through 3-year-olds and their parent(s)/caregiver(s)—though family members of all ages are welcome to enjoy the program. 

Please note:

• This summer session of RMP (outdoor; drop-in) runs from Tuesday, June 2, through Tuesday, July 28, at 10am.
• We will be on the library lawn for this event. Feel free to bring a tarp/blanket to sit on, as well as sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray. 
• In case of poor weather, this event will occur in the library with limited seating available. 
• 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Meet us on the library lawn for Outdoor Family Early Literacy Class. This free event is designed for children aged 3 to 5 years old and their parents or caregivers, although family members of all ages are welcome to attend. Each class consists of 30 minutes of songs, stories, rhymes/fingerplays, and letter recognition.

Afterward, join us for Family Patriotic Crafts, a drop-in event happening at 10:30am in the Meabon Room.

Please note:

• This summer session of the Family Early Literacy Class (outdoor; drop-in) runs from Wednesday, June 3, through Wednesday, July 29, at 10am.
• We will be on the library lawn for this event. Feel free to bring a tarp/blanket to sit on, as well as sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray. 
• In case of poor weather, this event will occur in the library with limited seating available. 
• 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.

Children and their parents/caregivers can work together to create patriotic-themed art projects. All supplies will be provided. Drop-in; no registration required. 

Check out our drop-in Family Early Literacy Class, happening on the library lawn beforehand (at 10am).

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.

Celebrate America's 250th anniversary with your library at this free outdoor event! Activities will take place on the library lawn:

• 2:30-3:15pm: Family-friendly juggling show
• 3:00-6:00pm: Petting zoo
• 3:00-4:00pm: Sea shanty sing-along featuring Ben Traverse
• 3:30-5:30pm: Glitter tattoos, yard games, and old-fashioned games
• 4:00-5:15pm: Acoustic Americana music revue featuring Dan Ripke
• 4:15-6:15pm: Hot dogs and ice cream social (while supplies last)
• 4:30-6:00pm: DIY Americana crafts (while supplies last)
• 5:30-7:00pm: Rock 'n' Roll through the decades with DJ Bill Heilman

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.

We will be sitting on the grass. Feel free to bring a chair or tarp/blanket to sit on, sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray.

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

Let your inner superstar shine! Katie Welty, a music teacher at Howell Public Schools, presents a summer musical event filled with singing, movement, games, and fun! This free event is geared toward families with students entering grades 1-6. Drop-in; no registration required. 

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 sitting on the grass. Feel free to bring a tarp/blanket to sit on, sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray.
• In case of poor weather, this event will occur in the library with limited seating available. 
• 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.

Learn basic chess moves and beginner strategies in this class offered over two days, Monday, June 22, and Wednesday, June 24. This course will be taught by Mike Nikitin, a three-time Class C state champion and president of the Livingston County Chess Club. The first day will focus more on beginner basics with some play time; the second day will have a shorter instructional period followed by more play time to put what you learned to the test! 

This free course is for children and teens aged 9-17 years old.

Registration is required and begins at 9am on Monday, June 8. Please register each participant. Parents are welcome to watch if they would like.

Please stay home if you are sick.

Book Buddies provides an opportunity for your child entering grades 1-3 to practice their reading over the summer. Each child will be paired with a volunteer to read to and do simple activities together. 

Registration is required and begins at 9am on Monday, June 8. See other days/times Book Buddies is offered—register for each time you would like to attend.

Please stay home if you are sick.

Join Howell Library staff on the library lawn for Outdoor Read, Music, Play (RMP), an early literacy experience featuring some favorite rhymes, songs, and stories. Our free RMP sessions are geared toward infants through 3-year-olds and their parent(s)/caregiver(s)—though family members of all ages are welcome to enjoy the program. 

Please note:

• This summer session of RMP (outdoor; drop-in) runs from Tuesday, June 2, through Tuesday, July 28, at 10am.
• We will be on the library lawn for this event. Feel free to bring a tarp/blanket to sit on, as well as sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray. 
• In case of poor weather, this event will occur in the library with limited seating available. 
• 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.

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 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, this event 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.

Meet us on the library lawn for Outdoor Family Early Literacy Class. This free event is designed for children aged 3 to 5 years old and their parents or caregivers, although family members of all ages are welcome to attend. Each class consists of 30 minutes of songs, stories, rhymes/fingerplays, and letter recognition.

Please note:

• This summer session of the Family Early Literacy Class (outdoor; drop-in) runs from Wednesday, June 3, through Wednesday, July 29, at 10am.
• We will be on the library lawn for this event. Feel free to bring a tarp/blanket to sit on, as well as sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray. 
• In case of poor weather, this event will occur in the library with limited seating available. 
• 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.

Learn basic chess moves and beginner strategies in this class offered over two days, Monday, June 22, and Wednesday, June 24. This course will be taught by Mike Nikitin, a three-time Class C state champion and president of the Livingston County Chess Club. The first day will focus more on beginner basics with some play time; the second day will have a shorter instructional period followed by more play time to put what you learned to the test! 

This free course is for children and teens aged 9-17 years old.

Registration is required and begins at 9am on Monday, June 8. Please register each participant. Parents are welcome to watch if they would like.

Please stay home if you are sick.

Dan the Creature Man is visiting with real live animals that may include snakes, a tarantula, a tortoise, an alligator, a chinchilla, a large lizard, and parrots! This free event is geared toward families with children ages 4 and up. Drop-in; no registration required.

Please note:

• We will be sitting on the grass. You can bring a tarp/blanket to sit on, sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray.
• In case of poor weather, this event will occur in the library with limited seating available. 
• This popular event takes place at three times so you can select the time most convenient for your family—check our calendar.
• 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.

Dan the Creature Man is visiting with real live animals that may include snakes, a tarantula, a tortoise, an alligator, a chinchilla, a large lizard, and parrots! This free event is geared toward families with children ages 4 and up. Drop-in; no registration required.

Please note:

• We will be sitting on the grass. You can bring a tarp/blanket to sit on, sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray.
• In case of poor weather, this event will occur in the library with limited seating available. 
• This popular event takes place at three times so you can select the time most convenient for your family—check our calendar.
• 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.

Dan the Creature Man is visiting with real live animals that may include snakes, a tarantula, a tortoise, an alligator, a chinchilla, a large lizard, and parrots! This free event is geared toward families with children ages 4 and up. Drop-in; no registration required.

Please note:

• We will be sitting on the grass. You can bring a tarp/blanket to sit on, sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray.
• In case of poor weather, this event will occur in the library with limited seating available. 
• This popular event takes place at three times so you can select the time most convenient for your family—check our calendar.
• 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.

Investigate how temperature relates to the movement of atoms and molecules in this exciting presentation with the Michigan Science Center. Utilizing liquid nitrogen (LN2), we'll see some "cool" effects on solids, liquids, and gases. Drop-in; no registration required.

Please note:

• We will be sitting on the grass. Feel free to bring a tarp/blanket to sit on, sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray.
• In case of poor weather, this event will occur in the library with limited seating available. 
• 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.

Book Buddies provides an opportunity for your child entering grades 1-3 to practice their reading over the summer. Each child will be paired with a volunteer to read to and do simple activities together. 

Registration is required and begins at 9am on Monday, June 15. See other days/times Book Buddies is offered—register for each time you would like to attend.

Please stay home if you are sick. 

Join Howell Library staff on the library lawn for Outdoor Read, Music, Play (RMP), an early literacy experience featuring some favorite rhymes, songs, and stories. Our free RMP sessions are geared toward infants through 3-year-olds and their parent(s)/caregiver(s)—though family members of all ages are welcome to enjoy the program. 

Please note:

• This summer session of RMP (outdoor; drop-in) runs from Tuesday, June 2, through Tuesday, July 28, at 10am.
• We will be on the library lawn for this event. Feel free to bring a tarp/blanket to sit on, as well as sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray. 
• In case of poor weather, this event will occur in the library with limited seating available. 
• 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.

Young makers will celebrate the season by creating patriotic-themed art projects, either independently or with a parent/caregiver. All supplies will be provided.

Drop-in; no registration 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.

Meet us on the library lawn for Outdoor Family Early Literacy Class. This free event is designed for children aged 3 to 5 years old and their parents or caregivers, although family members of all ages are welcome to attend. Each class consists of 30 minutes of songs, stories, rhymes/fingerplays, and letter recognition.

Please note:

• This summer session of the Family Early Literacy Class (outdoor; drop-in) runs from Wednesday, June 3, through Wednesday, July 29, at 10am.
• We will be on the library lawn for this event. Feel free to bring a tarp/blanket to sit on, as well as sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray. 
• In case of poor weather, this event will occur in the library with limited seating available. 
• 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.

A special machine will blast foam onto the library's lawn, outside the Youth area. Attendees can play, dance, and sing along to family-friendly music while standing in or walking through the foam. This free event is geared toward families with children ages 3-10. Drop-in; no registration required.

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:

• The foam is non-toxic, non-staining, and skin-safe.
• We will be outdoors on the grass. You can bring sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray.
• You can wear comfortable clothes or a bathing suit.
• You can bring a towel and/or goggles if you'd like.
• You will need to dry off and wear shoes to enter the library. The door between the Youth area and the library lawn will be closed for this event. Please use the Clinton Street doors to enter the library.
• In case of poor weather, this event may be canceled.
• 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.

A special machine will blast foam onto the library's lawn, outside the Youth area.Attendees can play, dance, and sing along to family-friendly music while standing in or walking through the foam. This free event is geared toward families with children ages 3-10. Drop-in; no registration required.

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:

• The foam is non-toxic, non-staining, and skin-safe.
• We will be outdoors on the grass. You can bring sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray.
• You can wear comfortable clothes or a bathing suit.
• You can bring a towel and/or goggles if you'd like.
• You will need to dry off and wear shoes to enter the library. The door between the Youth area and the library lawn will be closed for this event. Please use the Clinton Street doors to enter the library.
• In case of poor weather, this event may be canceled.
• 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.
  

Join Howell Library staff on the library lawn for Outdoor Read, Music, Play (RMP), an early literacy experience featuring some favorite rhymes, songs, and stories. Our free RMP sessions are geared toward infants through 3-year-olds and their parent(s)/caregiver(s)—though family members of all ages are welcome to enjoy the program. 

Please note:

• This summer session of RMP (outdoor; drop-in) runs from Tuesday, June 2, through Tuesday, July 28, at 10am.
• We will be on the library lawn for this event. Feel free to bring a tarp/blanket to sit on, as well as sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray. 
• In case of poor weather, this event will occur in the library with limited seating available. 
• 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.

Meet us on the library lawn for Outdoor Family Early Literacy Class. This free event is designed for children aged 3 to 5 years old and their parents or caregivers, although family members of all ages are welcome to attend. Each class consists of 30 minutes of songs, stories, rhymes/fingerplays, and letter recognition.

Please note:

• This summer session of the Family Early Literacy Class (outdoor; drop-in) runs from Wednesday, June 3, through Wednesday, July 29, at 10am.
• We will be on the library lawn for this event. Feel free to bring a tarp/blanket to sit on, as well as sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray. 
• In case of poor weather, this event will occur in the library with limited seating available. 
• 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.

Team up as a family for an exciting STEAM adventure! Build and program robots, design a magnetic masterpiece, and dive into creative, hands-on challenges together. 

This free event is intended for children ages 3-12 and their parents, caregivers, and family members. Siblings are welcome to attend. Drop-in; no registration required. 

Please note:

• We will be outdoors for part of this event. You can bring a tarp/blanket to sit on, sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray.
• In case of poor weather, activities will occur in the library with limited seating available. 
• 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.