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Chronic Pain (Disease) Toolkit Workshop

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
Adults of all ages living with chronic pain and their family members/ caregivers are welcome to attend this six-week workshop.
DESCRIPTION:

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

WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
Adults of all ages living with chronic pain and their family members/ caregivers are welcome to attend this six-week workshop.
DESCRIPTION:

Librarian looking at books on the shelf at a library

The latest with a TDL Librarian

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Program Type:
Authors & Books, History
Age Group:
Adults

Come and share your thoughts, bring your questions, and enjoy meaningful conversations about our library.

Library Branch: Tamarack District Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Authors & Books, History
Event Details:

Come and share your thoughts, bring your questions, and enjoy meaningful conversations about our library.

Seniors doing Tai Chi

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

A Gentle exercise combining slow movement, deep breathing, and focused intention.  Modifications will be provided for those who want to attend seated or standing.

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

A Gentle exercise combining slow movement, deep breathing, and focused intention.  Modifications will be provided for those who want to attend seated or standing.

Blue and green backpack with the zipper open with a yellow notebook and red protractor sticking out of the backpack

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 of a green worm with black glasses holding a blue book and lying on a green leaf

Ms. Robin's Story Time

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Ms. Robin’s Story Time:

Join Ms. Robin for stories, crafts and learning! Recommended for Infants-PreK and their adults. Registration is not required.

Book: Croco- Azul Lopez

Activity: Ball in Cup game

Library Branch: Tamarack District Library
Room: Tamarack Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join Ms. Robin for stories, crafts and learning! Recommended for Infants-PreK and their adults. Registration is not required.

Book: Croco- Azul Lopez

Activity: Ball in Cup game

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Graphic of a piece of paper with a pen writing scribbles on the paper

Writers Group

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Program Type:
Authors & Books, Clubs & Groups
Age Group:
Adults
Tamarack Writers Group:

Our writers group encourages area writers of all ages in their writing projects. Registration is not required.  This is not a Tamarack District Library sponsored event. 

Library Branch: Tamarack District Library
Room: Tamarack Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Authors & Books, Clubs & Groups

Our writers group encourages area writers of all ages in their writing projects. Registration is not required.  This is not a Tamarack District Library sponsored event. 

Disclaimer(s)

This program is not sponsored by the Tamarack District Library and library staff will not be present. 

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.

Seniors doing Tai Chi

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

A Gentle exercise combining slow movement, deep breathing, and focused intention.  Modifications will be provided for those who want to attend seated or standing.

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

A Gentle exercise combining slow movement, deep breathing, and focused intention.  Modifications will be provided for those who want to attend seated or standing.

Blue and green backpack with the zipper open with a yellow notebook and red protractor sticking out of the backpack

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.

Eight pictures of wild mushrooms with the words, Michigan Mushrooms, have you seen these?

Mycophile's Garden presents Wild Mushroom Identification

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
History, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

In this class we will discuss the best books and websites, Mushroom terminology, tips for beginners, and common myths and misunderstandings.

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

In this class we will discuss the best books and websites, Mushroom terminology, tips for beginners, and common myths and misunderstandings.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Graphic of three blonde children holding hands and smiling

Ms. Linda's Wiggles & Giggles

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Ms. Linda’s Wiggles and Giggles:

Join Ms. Linda for stories, songs and crafts for children and their grown-ups. No Registration needed.

Book: 

Library Branch: Tamarack District Library
Room: Tamarack Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join Ms. Linda for stories, songs and crafts for children and their grown-ups. No Registration needed.

Book: 

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Graphic of three blonde children holding hands and smiling

Ms. Linda's Wiggles & Giggles

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Ms. Linda’s Wiggles and Giggles:

Join Ms. Linda for stories, songs and crafts for children and their grown-ups. No Registration needed.

Book: 2

Library Branch: Tamarack District Library
Room: Tamarack Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join Ms. Linda for stories, songs and crafts for children and their grown-ups. No Registration needed.

Book: 2

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

a woman writing in a notebook

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!

The back of person with hotspots highlighting chronic pain in the back and neck.

Chronic Pain (Disease) Toolkit Workshop

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
Adults of all ages living with chronic pain and their family members/ caregivers are welcome to attend this six-week workshop.
DESCRIPTION:

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

WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
Adults of all ages living with chronic pain and their family members/ caregivers are welcome to attend this six-week workshop.
DESCRIPTION:

Seniors doing Tai Chi

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

A Gentle exercise combining slow movement, deep breathing, and focused intention.  Modifications will be provided for those who want to attend seated or standing.

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

A Gentle exercise combining slow movement, deep breathing, and focused intention.  Modifications will be provided for those who want to attend seated or standing.

Blue and green backpack with the zipper open with a yellow notebook and red protractor sticking out of the backpack

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.

Author Presenter Tom Carr holding a book

Michigan True Crime and Dark History Presentation

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
Authors & Books, History, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

Author Tom Carr narrates stories of murder, robbery, and mayhem through the ages in the Great Lakes state.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tamarack District Library
Room: Tamarack Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Authors & Books, History, Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Author Tom Carr narrates stories of murder, robbery, and mayhem through the ages in the Great Lakes state.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Graphic of a green worm with black glasses holding a blue book and lying on a green leaf

Ms. Robin's Story Time

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Ms. Robin’s Story Time:

Join Ms. Robin for stories, crafts and learning! Recommended for Infants-PreK and their adults. Registration is not required.

Book: The Trouble With Earth- Latimer

Library Branch: Tamarack District Library
Room: Tamarack Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join Ms. Robin for stories, crafts and learning! Recommended for Infants-PreK and their adults. Registration is not required.

Book: The Trouble With Earth- Latimer

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Graphic of a piece of paper with a pen writing scribbles on the paper

Writers Group

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Program Type:
Authors & Books, Clubs & Groups
Age Group:
Adults
Tamarack Writers Group:

Our writers group encourages area writers of all ages in their writing projects. Registration is not required.  This is not a Tamarack District Library sponsored event. 

Library Branch: Tamarack District Library
Room: Tamarack Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Authors & Books, Clubs & Groups

Our writers group encourages area writers of all ages in their writing projects. Registration is not required.  This is not a Tamarack District Library sponsored event. 

Disclaimer(s)

This program is not sponsored by the Tamarack District Library and library staff will not be present. 

Seniors doing Tai Chi

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

A Gentle exercise combining slow movement, deep breathing, and focused intention.  Modifications will be provided for those who want to attend seated or standing.

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

A Gentle exercise combining slow movement, deep breathing, and focused intention.  Modifications will be provided for those who want to attend seated or standing.

Blue and green backpack with the zipper open with a yellow notebook and red protractor sticking out of the backpack

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.

Graphic showing four books each with one letter spelling out "Book" and one book labeled "Club" and a coffee cup

Shelf Life Book Club

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Program Type:
Clubs & Groups
Age Group:
Adults
Shelf Life Book Club:

Join us every 4th Thursday of the month at 5:00 pm and discuss our Book of the Month. Everyone is welcome!

Book of the Month is Crazy Little Thing by Tracy Brogan

Library Branch: Tamarack District Library
Room: Maxwell Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Clubs & Groups
Event Details:

Join us every 4th Thursday of the month at 5:00 pm and discuss our Book of the Month. Everyone is welcome!

Book of the Month is Crazy Little Thing by Tracy Brogan