Summer Reading begins June 10 for all ages. Kids can register for Summer Reading and find reading logs and event information on our website. Teens can register for Summer Reading here and find more information regarding events and volunteer opportunities. Adults also have the opportunity to participate in Summer Reading Bingo. Summer Reading is sponsored by the Friends of the Springfield Township Library.

Beat the heat and sign up early! Register online from May 15 through June 7 and select a book to keep next time you visit the library. This summer, "Adventure Begins at Your Library!"

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The library will be closed Thursday, July 4 - Saturday, July 6 for Independence Day. The Library will resume its regular hours on Monday, July 8 at 10 AM.

See upcoming Library closures on our event calendar.

Jun 1 - Jul 31 / All Day / Check-Out Desk / All Ages

All ages are invited to paint a mini masterpiece and join our Tiny Art Show! Register and pick up your kit June 1-15 at the check-out desk. Create your canvas and bring it back to the library by June 29 to be displayed along with all of the other Tiny Art Show masterpieces.

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Jun 10 / While Supplies Last / Check-Out Desk / Kids

Make a cute wall hanging for yourself or to give as a gift! Directions and supplies are included.

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Jun 10 - Jul 3 / All Day / Teen Corner / Teen

Each time you visit the library between Monday, June 10 and Wednesday, July 3, stop in the Teen Corner and enter the drawing to win this awesome set of books.

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Jun 10 (until supplies last) / All Day / Teen Corner / Teen

Stop at the library's front desk and pick up a sheet of stickers to place on our sticker mosaic in the Teen Corner. Can you guess what the final picture will be? Don't forget to do your part each time you visit the library and earn prize drawing entries for the Teen Summer Reading Program too!

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Jun 11 / 10 AM / Outside Library / Youth

Come and explore a one-of-a-kind mobile, hands-on, interpretive classroom and accompanying live wildlife program! Sponsored in part by the Spirit of Alexandria Foundation. Brought to you by the Friends of the Springfield Township Library. Registration recommended but not required.

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Jun 14 & 28 / 11:00 AM / Storybook Trail / Adults

Exercise, spend time outside and make friends along the way. Walking will count toward Adult Summer Reading Bingo! We will meet outside under the portico at the entrance of the library every other Friday starting June 14 and ending August 23. Registration Required.

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June 28 Registration

June 14, 21, 28 / 11 AM / Outside or Large Meeting Room / Youth

Nurture young minds through playful poses, mindful breathing and the joy of yoga. Megan McGinn from Mueva Fitness will guide us and will read from Mark Brown's book series, "Zen Pig.” Registration required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Springfield Township Library.

June 14 Registration

June 21 Registration

June 28 Registration

June 17 / 11 AM / Large Meeting Room / Youth

Come and listen to the enchanting tunes of the Davisburg Mountain Jubileers, cool off with a frozen treat, and make-and-take a pin-on button. Enroll in our kids' summer reading program. Sponsored by the Friends of the Springfield Township Library.

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June 17 / 10:45 AM / Large Meeting Room / Teen

Sign up to help at our Kids Summer Reading Kickoff and earn volunteer hours at the library! Just bring a smile and a positive attitude and we'll provide the rest! Registration required.

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June 17 / All Day / Check-Out Desk / Youth

Let the sands of creativity flow! Peel off the adhesive backing one section at a time, then fill it in with colored sand. We provide the kit to make a 5" X 5" forest scene. Available while supplies last.

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June 17-29 / All Day / Teen Corner / Teen

There is a Treasure Map hidden in the Teen Corner and we need your help to find it. Visit the Teen Corner to find the Treasure Map and take it to the front desk to claim your prize – FREE CANDY!!

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June 17 / All Day / Check-Out Desk / Teen

Do you love to keep souvenirs from different places you visit or trinkets to spark memories of special events? This week's craft includes a plain souvenir box along with maps and mod podge for decorating your box. Kits available while supplies last. Sponsored by the Friends of the Springfield Township Library.

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June 17-Jul 3 / All Day / Teen Corner / Teen

Can you guess the title of the shredded book in the jar? Each time you visit the library, enter your guess to win a free book. Sponsored by the Friends of the Springfield Township Library

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Tuesdays starting June 18 / 10:15 AM / Meeting Room / Youth

Bring your little ones to this unique, 30-minute, lap-sit program featuring nursery rhymes, music, songs, puppets, and musical instruments that stimulate the learning process of babies and toddlers (mgol.org). Ages 0-3 with a caregiver, registration required.

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June 19, 26 / 12:30 PM / Storytime Room / Youth

We will read The Mouse and the Motorcycle by Beverly Cleary as a group and then complete a special activity or craft to conclude each session. Registration required.

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June 19-July 31 / All Day / Online / Teen

Participate in the online MiLibraryQuest for a chance to win a prize!

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June 20 / 11:00 AM / Meeting Room / All Ages

Rebecca and Owen Wittekindt of Bee Present Honey will share their knowledge of bees in a brief presentation, then kids will enjoy learning more about them at three hands-on stations. Honey tasting and an observation hive will be available for all in attendance. Sponsored by the Friends of the Springfield Township Library. Registration required.

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June 21 / All Day / Storytime Room / Youth

Enter our bi-weekly book raffles and embark on a journey through the pages! Four "Immersive Reality" books will be given away this summer. Kids can enter the drawing every time they visit the library. 

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June 21 / 3:00 PM / Behind Shiawassee Pavilion baseball fields / Teen

Join us for our first-ever Teen Summer Reading Kickoff event with three giant inflatables - Alien Shooting Gallery, High Voltage Battle Arena and High Voltage Obstacle Course. Brought to you by Oakland County Parks.

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Mondays starting June 24 / 10:15 AM / Meeting Room / Youth

Join us as we talk, sing, read, write, and play with our youngest patrons to help prepare them for reading readiness. Storytime is followed by a hands-on craft or activity and play time. Ages 2.5-5 with a caregiver, registration required.

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June 24 / All Day / Check-Out Desk / Youth

Be ready for adventure with a compass paracord bracelet that you make yourself! Directions are included; YouTube videos will be helpful. Kits available while supplies last. Sponsored by the Friends of the Springfield Township Library.

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June 24 / All Day / Check-Out Desk / Teen

This twine wrapped lantern jar looks complicated but is a great calming project with a repetitive process of knots. Grab your kit from the library today and share it with a friend since the kit contains supplies to make two jars. Kits available while supplies last. Sponsored by the Friends of the Springfield Township Library.

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June 25 / 11:00 AM / Quiet Study Room / All Ages

June 26 / 1:30 PM / Quiet Study Room / All Ages

Certified therapy dogs bring wagging tails and soothing companionship to every generation! Kids, teens and adults are welcome to sign up for a 15-minute visit with one of our therapy dogs. Registration required.

Register for June 25 here.

Register for June 26 here.

June 27 / 10:15 AM / Storytime Room / Youth

Join us for a storytime-like experience for the school-age child. We will read advanced picture books aloud and conclude each session with an extension activity or craft for continued learning and fun. Registration required.

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June 27 / 1:00 PM / Meeting Room / Adult

We're reading Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt for June's Book Club meeting. Books are available at the Check-Out Desk. No registration necessary.

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June 27 / 6:00 PM / Meeting Room / All Ages

Join us for food, fun and family at our first-ever Family Game Night at the library! We’ll provide popcorn and games for kids in Kindergarten and up. Bring the whole family for an enjoyable evening at the library. We will provide lots of games, but feel free to bring a family favorite to share. Sponsored by the Friends of the Springfield Township Library.

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