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Maker Monday - Holiday Party

4:30pm - 5:30pm
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Library Branch: Gary Byker Library of Hudsonville
Room: Lower Level Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (Ages 9-12), Teens (Ages 13-17)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:
December Maker Monday! It is our annual Maker Monday Holiday Party! We will have some holiday treats, get creative with crafts, and play holiday games. Feel free to don your favorite holiday gear, relax, and have some fun!  Please register ...

This Is NOT Your Normal Book Club

4:30pm - 5:30pm
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Library Branch: Gary Byker Library of Hudsonville
Room: Main Level Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (Ages 9-12)
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

This is NOT a Book Club is not your traditional book club. Patrons ages 9 and up are invited to join us at the library for a club just for kids. On the day of the program, we will hang out, talk about the book, create a themed craft, and play games. Once you have registered for our program, you can swing by the library to pick up your copy! New Policy: If you register for the children's book club and don't attend (without canceling your registration by the start of the program) twice in a row, you will not be able to register for children's book club for two months.

December book is Turtle in Paradise. A graphic novel adaptation of the beloved, bestselling Newbery Honor-winning novel. Eleven-year-old Turtle is smart and tough and has seen enough of the world not to expect a Hollywood ending. After all, it's 1935...

D&D For Tweens

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Gary Byker Library of Hudsonville
Room: Main Level Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (Ages 9-12)
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0

This program is for kids, run by kids! A unique one-shot game is to be completed in a two-hour session. The adventure awaits as you battle orcs on your way to victory! This game is designed to have players work as a team to complete the campaign and is a great way to learn the basics of D&D.  Since kids run this, totally awesome attitudes are encouraged. 

This Is NOT Your Normal Book Club

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Gary Byker Library of Hudsonville
Room: Main Level Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (Ages 9-12)
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

This is NOT a Book Club is not your traditional book club. Patrons ages 9 and up are invited to join us at the library for a club just for kids. On the day of the program, we will hang out, talk about the book, create a themed craft, and play games. Once you have registered for our program, you can swing by the library to pick up your copy! New Policy: If you register for the children's book club and don't attend (without canceling your registration by the start of the program) twice in a row, you will not be able to register for children's book club for two months.

We are starting off 2024 with a fun read! Seven clever stories answer one simple question: What’s in the box? Funny, fantastic, spooky, and suspenseful, each of these unique and beautifully illustrated short graphic works revolves around a central th...

Crochet for Beginners Class

10:30am - 12:00pm
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Gary Byker Library of Hudsonville
Room: Lower Level Program Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 13-17), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Crochet for Beginners! If you are a beginner with no experience or have a little experience but want help with technique, join us for this free crochet class taught by Alix Kay & friends, including help for those who are left-handed. Class i...

Maker Monday - Mixed Art Mash Up

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Gary Byker Library of Hudsonville
Room: Lower Level Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (Ages 9-12), Teens (Ages 13-17)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:
Happy 2024! Start off the new year with fellow makers and fun. This month you are taking fine works of art, and adding your own personal style.  Explore various artists and their work and then add your own style to enhance these classic pieces. ...

D&D For Tweens

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Gary Byker Library of Hudsonville
Room: Main Level Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (Ages 9-12)
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5

This program is for kids, run by kids! A unique one-shot game is to be completed in a two-hour session. The adventure awaits as you battle orcs on your way to victory! This game is designed to have players work as a team to complete the campaign and is a great way to learn the basics of D&D.  Since kids run this, totally awesome attitudes are encouraged. 

This Is NOT Your Normal Book Club

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Gary Byker Library of Hudsonville
Room: Main Level Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (Ages 9-12)
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

This is NOT a Book Club is not your traditional book club. Patrons ages 9 and up are invited to join us at the library for a club just for kids. On the day of the program, we will hang out, talk about the book, create a themed craft, and play games. Once you have registered for our program, you can swing by the library to pick up your copy! New Policy: If you register for the children's book club and don't attend (without canceling your registration by the start of the program) twice in a row, you will not be able to register for children's book club for two months.

Our February book will be voted on by our book club participants. Stay tuned to see what fun title they choose!Parents are encouraged to read book reviews of each month’s chosen title in advance to determine if the book is one their child will enjoy....

Maker Monday - Friendship and Fun!

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Gary Byker Library of Hudsonville
Room: Lower Level Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (Ages 9-12), Teens (Ages 13-17)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:
It is February! Forget Valentine's day, we are celebrating friendship!  Join us this month for games and friendship crafts. Hang out and have fun this month!Please register for this FREE program.  All supplies are provided....

D&D For Tweens

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Gary Byker Library of Hudsonville
Room: Main Level Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (Ages 9-12)
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5

This program is for kids, run by kids! A unique one-shot game is to be completed in a two-hour session. The adventure awaits as you battle orcs on your way to victory! This game is designed to have players work as a team to complete the campaign and is a great way to learn the basics of D&D.  Since kids run this, totally awesome attitudes are encouraged. 

This Is NOT Your Normal Book Club

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Gary Byker Library of Hudsonville
Room: Main Level Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (Ages 9-12)
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

This is NOT a Book Club is not your traditional book club. Patrons ages 9 and up are invited to join us at the library for a club just for kids. On the day of the program, we will hang out, talk about the book, create a themed craft, and play games. Once you have registered for our program, you can swing by the library to pick up your copy! New Policy: If you register for the children's book club and don't attend (without canceling your registration by the start of the program) twice in a row, you will not be able to register for children's book club for two months.

Our March book will be voted on by our book club participants. Stay tuned to see what fun title they choose!Parents are encouraged to read book reviews of each month’s chosen title in advance to determine if the book is one their child will enjoy.&nb...

Maker Monday - Food Showdown!

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Gary Byker Library of Hudsonville
Room: Lower Level Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (Ages 9-12), Teens (Ages 13-17)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:
Welcome to our own March Madness! We are challenging our makers in a food battle. Can YOU taste the difference between Original or Generic brand foods? Which one tastes the best? Or makers will sample a variety of food and beverages and compose your ...

D&D For Tweens

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Gary Byker Library of Hudsonville
Room: Main Level Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (Ages 9-12)
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5

This program is for kids, run by kids! A unique one-shot game is to be completed in a two-hour session. The adventure awaits as you battle orcs on your way to victory! This game is designed to have players work as a team to complete the campaign and is a great way to learn the basics of D&D.  Since kids run this, totally awesome attitudes are encouraged.