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Houghton Lake, MI 48629
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    Magic Show

    May 18, 2026 Brandon Richards Children's, Family, Teen Leave a comment

    Jun 25 @ 10:30am – Join us for a fun, funny magic show that the whole family will love, and that will get everyone excited about the library and reading!

    This program is appropriate for: Children, Family, Teens
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    Plant Swap

    May 18, 2026 Brandon Richards Adult, Family Leave a comment

    Jun 29 @ 11am – Bring a little nature home and help something new take root. Stop by to pick up a small propagated plant or starter seeds and feel free to bring a small plant of your own to swap with fellow plant lovers. While supplies last.

    This program is appropriate for: Adults, Family
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    Rubber Band Flight Lab

    May 18, 2026 Brandon Richards Children's Leave a comment

    Jul 2 @ 10:30am – Get ready to take flight! Get ready to experiment and create your own flying machines with rubber bands and propellers. First come, first served. While supplies last.

    This program is appropriate for: Children
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    Retro Catalog

    February 11, 2026 Brandon Richards Adult, Family, Teen Leave a comment

    Jul 6 @ 4pm – Step back in time and get hands-on with a mini card catalog. Learn how it worked and create your own cards to file just like libraries used to do.

    This program is appropriate for: Adults, Family, Teens
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    Dino Dig

    May 17, 2023 Brandon Richards Children's Leave a comment

    Jul 9 @ 10:30am – Grab your little paleontologist and “dig” out a mystery dinosaur skeleton to assemble and take home. First come, first served. While supplies last.

    This program is appropriate for: Children
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    Pressing Flowers 101

    May 18, 2026 Brandon Richards Adult Leave a comment

    Jul 13 @ 4pm – Discover the beauty of nature through the art of pressed flowers! In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to preserve blooms and greenery while creating timeless botanical art.

    This program is appropriate for: Adults
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    Puzzle Palooza

    February 11, 2026 Brandon Richards Adult, Children's, Family, Teen Leave a comment

    July 14 @ 2pm – Think you’ve got what it takes to piece together a win? Teams of 1 to 4 people will race to solve a tough jigsaw puzzle. The top two teams will walk away with prizes, so don’t miss your chance to fit right in. Registration required.

    This program is appropriate for: Adults, Children, Family, Teens
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    Foam Party

    May 20, 2025 Brandon Richards Children's, Family Leave a comment

    Jul 16 @ 10:30am – Get ready to play, dance, and jam out to family-friendly music while a special machine blasts out tons of foam!

    This program is appropriate for: Children, Family
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    Pressed Flower Lanterns

    May 18, 2026 Brandon Richards Adult Leave a comment

    Jul 20 @ 4pm – Create a beautiful, glowing lantern using pressed flowers and simple decorative materials. Registration required.

    This program is appropriate for: Adults
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    Christmas in July Card Making

    May 23, 2025 Brandon Richards Adult Leave a comment

    Jul 21 & 25 @ 11am – Join our fun card making class and craft some festive greetings months ahead of the rush.

    This program is appropriate for: Adults
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