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Half Day After-School

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 12:15pm - 1:15pm
Program Type:
Afterschool
Age Group:
Children, Teens/Tweens
After-School Activities:

Ms. Robin has a game, craft, or other activity planned that is geared toward school-aged kids. Registration is not required.

LEGOS- Create your own mini-figure.

Library Branch: Tamarack District Library
Room: Teen/Tween Room
Age Group: Children, Teens/Tweens
Program Type: Afterschool
Event Details:

Ms. Robin has a game, craft, or other activity planned that is geared toward school-aged kids. Registration is not required.

LEGOS- Create your own mini-figure.

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After-School Activity

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Program Type:
Afterschool
Age Group:
Children, Teens/Tweens
After-School Activities:

Ms. Robin has a game, craft, or other activity planned that is geared toward school-aged kids. Registration is not required.

Yarn Wrap Cats

Library Branch: Tamarack District Library
Room: Teen/Tween Room
Age Group: Children, Teens/Tweens
Program Type: Afterschool
Event Details:

Ms. Robin has a game, craft, or other activity planned that is geared toward school-aged kids. Registration is not required.

Yarn Wrap Cats

Monarch Butterflies on flowers

Spring Pollinator Workshop: Native Plants to Bring in Native Pollinators

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Presentation
Age Group:
Children, Teens/Tweens, Adults

Join us for an engaging session on Michigan’s native plants and the vital role they play in supporting native pollinators. Discover how these plants benefit our environment, attract pollinators, and contribute to sustaining healthy ecosystems.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tamarack District Library
Room: Tamarack Room
Age Group: Children, Teens/Tweens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an engaging session on Michigan’s native plants and the vital role they play in supporting native pollinators. Discover how these plants benefit our environment, attract pollinators, and contribute to sustaining healthy ecosystems.

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After-School Activity

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Program Type:
Afterschool
Age Group:
Children, Teens/Tweens
After-School Activities:

Ms. Robin has a game, craft, or other activity planned that is geared toward school-aged kids. Registration is not required.

St. Patrick's Day Scattegories

Library Branch: Tamarack District Library
Room: Teen/Tween Room
Age Group: Children, Teens/Tweens
Program Type: Afterschool
Event Details:

Ms. Robin has a game, craft, or other activity planned that is geared toward school-aged kids. Registration is not required.

St. Patrick's Day Scattegories

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After-School Activity

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Program Type:
Afterschool
Age Group:
Children, Teens/Tweens
After-School Activities:

Ms. Robin has a game, craft, or other activity planned that is geared toward school-aged kids. Registration is not required.

Pipe Cleaner Flowers

Library Branch: Tamarack District Library
Room: Teen/Tween Room
Age Group: Children, Teens/Tweens
Program Type: Afterschool
Event Details:

Ms. Robin has a game, craft, or other activity planned that is geared toward school-aged kids. Registration is not required.

Pipe Cleaner Flowers

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After-School Activity

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Program Type:
Afterschool
Age Group:
Children, Teens/Tweens
After-School Activities:

Ms. Robin has a game, craft, or other activity planned that is geared toward school-aged kids. Registration is not required.

Scribble Chicken Art

Library Branch: Tamarack District Library
Room: Teen/Tween Room
Age Group: Children, Teens/Tweens
Program Type: Afterschool
Event Details:

Ms. Robin has a game, craft, or other activity planned that is geared toward school-aged kids. Registration is not required.

Scribble Chicken Art

Bee on a yellow flower

Spring Pollinator Workshop: Intro to Beekeeping/Local Resources

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Presentation
Age Group:
Children, Teens/Tweens, Adults

Join us for Beekeeping 101 and discover everything you need to know to start your own bee colony! This beginner-friendly session covers the essentials of beekeeping, including:

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tamarack District Library
Room: Tamarack Room
Age Group: Children, Teens/Tweens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Beekeeping 101 and discover everything you need to know to start your own bee colony! This beginner-friendly session covers the essentials of beekeeping, including:

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Half Day After-School Activity

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 12:15pm - 1:15pm
Program Type:
Afterschool
Age Group:
Children, Teens/Tweens
After-School Activities:

Ms. Robin has a game, craft, or other activity planned that is geared toward school-aged kids. Registration is not required.

Hobbit Scavenger Hunt

Library Branch: Tamarack District Library
Room: Teen/Tween Room
Age Group: Children, Teens/Tweens
Program Type: Afterschool
Event Details:

Ms. Robin has a game, craft, or other activity planned that is geared toward school-aged kids. Registration is not required.

Hobbit Scavenger Hunt

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After-School Activity

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Program Type:
Afterschool
Age Group:
Children, Teens/Tweens
After-School Activities:

Ms. Robin has a game, craft, or other activity planned that is geared toward school-aged kids. Registration is not required.

BINGO

Library Branch: Tamarack District Library
Room: Teen/Tween Room
Age Group: Children, Teens/Tweens
Program Type: Afterschool
Event Details:

Ms. Robin has a game, craft, or other activity planned that is geared toward school-aged kids. Registration is not required.

BINGO

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After-School Activity

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Program Type:
Afterschool
Age Group:
Children, Teens/Tweens
After-School Activities:

Ms. Robin has a game, craft, or other activity planned that is geared toward school-aged kids. Registration is not required.

Watercolor Crayon Hearts

Library Branch: Tamarack District Library
Room: Teen/Tween Room
Age Group: Children, Teens/Tweens
Program Type: Afterschool
Event Details:

Ms. Robin has a game, craft, or other activity planned that is geared toward school-aged kids. Registration is not required.

Watercolor Crayon Hearts

The Titanic Sinking

Titanic Truths and Myths

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
History, Presentation
Age Group:
Teens/Tweens, Adults

There are many unknown facts about the Titanic. Some are quite surprising. Legends and common knowledge about the great disaster are not always accurate.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tamarack District Library
Room: Tamarack Room
Age Group: Teens/Tweens, Adults
Program Type: History, Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

There are many unknown facts about the Titanic. Some are quite surprising. Legends and common knowledge about the great disaster are not always accurate.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Tamarack District Library.

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After-School Activity

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Program Type:
Afterschool
Age Group:
Children, Teens/Tweens
After-School Activities:

Ms. Robin has a game, craft, or other activity planned that is geared toward school-aged kids. Registration is not required.

Library Branch: Tamarack District Library
Room: Teen/Tween Room
Age Group: Children, Teens/Tweens
Program Type: Afterschool

Ms. Robin has a game, craft, or other activity planned that is geared toward school-aged kids. Registration is not required.

Guide to picking rocks in the Great Lakes

Rock Hunting Presented by Michigan Rockhounds

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
History, Presentation
Age Group:
Children, Teens/Tweens, Adults

Michigan Rockhounds are creating a welcoming community where science education and rock collecting go hand in hand. They believe that sharing knowledge makes the hobby better for everyone—no hidden spots or secret techniques.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tamarack District Library
Room: Tamarack Room
Age Group: Children, Teens/Tweens, Adults
Program Type: History, Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Michigan Rockhounds are creating a welcoming community where science education and rock collecting go hand in hand. They believe that sharing knowledge makes the hobby better for everyone—no hidden spots or secret techniques.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Tamarack District Library.

cover of the dvd Wicked For Good

Wicked for Good Movie Showing

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Children, Teens/Tweens, Adults

Join us for the epic conclusion to the Wicked duology in "Wicked: For Good". This sequel is rated PG and will run for 2 hours and 18 minutes. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tamarack District Library
Room: Tamarack Room
Age Group: Children, Teens/Tweens, Adults
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for the epic conclusion to the Wicked duology in "Wicked: For Good". This sequel is rated PG and will run for 2 hours and 18 minutes. 

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After-School Activity

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Program Type:
Afterschool
Age Group:
Children, Teens/Tweens
After-School Activities:

Ms. Robin has a game, craft, or other activity planned that is geared toward school-aged kids. Registration is not required.

Library Branch: Tamarack District Library
Room: Teen/Tween Room
Age Group: Children, Teens/Tweens
Program Type: Afterschool

Ms. Robin has a game, craft, or other activity planned that is geared toward school-aged kids. Registration is not required.

Pictures of Michigan birds with the text Best Birds of Michigan

Birdwatching vs Birding

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Children, Teens/Tweens, Adults

Greg Bodker’s beautiful photography will help you learn more about

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tamarack District Library
Room: Tamarack Room
Age Group: Children, Teens/Tweens, Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Greg Bodker’s beautiful photography will help you learn more about

Disclaimer(s)

This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Tamarack District Library.

Graphic reading "Friends of the Tamarack District Library" with a heart of the I in Friends and an open book graphic

Friends of the Library Book Sale

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 6:00pm
Program Type:
Authors & Books, Clubs & Groups
Age Group:
Children, Teens/Tweens, Adults

Head down to the library's basement for the Friends of the Library Book Sale, where you will find hundreds of books, games, movies, and more for purchase by cash donation only.

Library Branch: Tamarack District Library
Room: Basement
Age Group: Children, Teens/Tweens, Adults
Program Type: Authors & Books, Clubs & Groups
Event Details:

Head down to the library's basement for the Friends of the Library Book Sale, where you will find hundreds of books, games, movies, and more for purchase by cash donation only.

IM SAFE LOGO

BODY SAFETY STORYTIME

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Teens/Tweens

The Ionia Montcalm Secure and Friendly Environment Child Advocacy Center (IM SAFE CAC) is a 501(3)(c)non-profit organization that serves children 2-17 who have been sexually abused, severely physically abused, and/or human trafficked.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tamarack District Library
Room: Tamarack Room
Age Group: Children, Teens/Tweens
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Ionia Montcalm Secure and Friendly Environment Child Advocacy Center (IM SAFE CAC) is a 501(3)(c)non-profit organization that serves children 2-17 who have been sexually abused, severely physically abused, and/or human trafficked.

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After-School Activity

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Program Type:
Afterschool
Age Group:
Children, Teens/Tweens
After-School Activities:

Ms. Robin has a game, craft, or other activity planned that is geared toward school-aged kids. Registration is not required.

Library Branch: Tamarack District Library
Room: Teen/Tween Room
Age Group: Children, Teens/Tweens
Program Type: Afterschool

Ms. Robin has a game, craft, or other activity planned that is geared toward school-aged kids. Registration is not required.

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Author Expo

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:30pm
Program Type:
Authors & Books, Clubs & Groups
Age Group:
Teens/Tweens, Adults

Join us for an in-person opportunity to meet and talk with our local published authors. Many the books will be available to purchase at the event so this would be a great time to get a signed copy!

Library Branch: Tamarack District Library
Room: Library-wide
Age Group: Teens/Tweens, Adults
Program Type: Authors & Books, Clubs & Groups
Event Details:

Join us for an in-person opportunity to meet and talk with our local published authors. Many the books will be available to purchase at the event so this would be a great time to get a signed copy!

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After-School Activity

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Program Type:
Afterschool
Age Group:
Children, Teens/Tweens
After-School Activities:

Ms. Robin has a game, craft, or other activity planned that is geared toward school-aged kids. Registration is not required.

Library Branch: Tamarack District Library
Room: Teen/Tween Room
Age Group: Children, Teens/Tweens
Program Type: Afterschool

Ms. Robin has a game, craft, or other activity planned that is geared toward school-aged kids. Registration is not required.

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After-School Activity

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Program Type:
Afterschool
Age Group:
Children, Teens/Tweens
After-School Activities:

Ms. Robin has a game, craft, or other activity planned that is geared toward school-aged kids. Registration is not required.

Library Branch: Tamarack District Library
Room: Teen/Tween Room
Age Group: Children, Teens/Tweens
Program Type: Afterschool

Ms. Robin has a game, craft, or other activity planned that is geared toward school-aged kids. Registration is not required.

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After-School Activity

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Program Type:
Afterschool
Age Group:
Children, Teens/Tweens
After-School Activities:

Ms. Robin has a game, craft, or other activity planned that is geared toward school-aged kids. Registration is not required.

Library Branch: Tamarack District Library
Room: Teen/Tween Room
Age Group: Children, Teens/Tweens
Program Type: Afterschool

Ms. Robin has a game, craft, or other activity planned that is geared toward school-aged kids. Registration is not required.

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After-School Activity

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Program Type:
Afterschool
Age Group:
Children, Teens/Tweens
After-School Activities:

Ms. Robin has a game, craft, or other activity planned that is geared toward school-aged kids. Registration is not required.

Library Branch: Tamarack District Library
Room: Teen/Tween Room
Age Group: Children, Teens/Tweens
Program Type: Afterschool

Ms. Robin has a game, craft, or other activity planned that is geared toward school-aged kids. Registration is not required.