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Charcuterie Board Class

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens (Ages 13-17), Adults
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Library Branch: Gary Byker Library of Hudsonville
Room: Lower Level Program Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 13-17), Adults
Program Type: General Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Come to this FREE program and learn to make your own Charcuterie Board.

Portrait Painting event

11:00am - 1:00pm
Tweens (Ages 9-12), Teens (Ages 13-17), Adults, Families
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Gary Byker Library of Hudsonville
Room: Lower Level Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (Ages 9-12), Teens (Ages 13-17), Adults, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Programs, Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Bring your friend or family member and join us for laughter, creativity, and maybe a little friendly competition. Paint a portrait of your partner while they paint you! Don’t worry, artistic talent is optional, but fun is guaranteed. 

This Is NOT Your Normal Book Club

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Tweens (Ages 9-12)
Waitlist
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: 0
Event Details:

Patrons AGES 9 and up are invited to join us at the library for a club just for kids. This is NOT a Book Club is not your traditional book club. 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 the children's book club for two months.

Our April book is Wildfire by 

D&D For Tweens - Beginners and Casual Players

11:00am - 1:00pm
Tweens (Ages 9-12)
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Gary Byker Library of Hudsonville
Room: Lower Level Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (Ages 9-12)
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

This program is for kids, run by kids!  This game is designed to have players collaboratively explore fantasy worlds, solve intriguing puzzles, and engage in thrilling combat, all guided by one of our amazing Dungeon Masters. There are endless possibilities for adventure and excitement. D&D offers tweens and their peer a social gathering that fosters teamwork, problem-solving, and memorable experiences.  With this program being led by kids, awesome attitudes are encouraged. Join the adventure today!!

Want to learn to play D&D but are unsure where to start?  Would you rather sit down for a more casual campaign or a one-shot story?

Maker Monday - Perler Beads

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Tweens (Ages 9-12), Teens (Ages 13-17)
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: 13
Event Details:

 Calling all creative makers! Join us for an afternoon of pixel art magic using colorful Perler beads.

Puzzles & Pie Night

5:30pm - 8:00pm
Teens (Ages 13-17), Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Gary Byker Library of Hudsonville
Room: Lower Level Program Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 13-17), Adults
Program Type: General Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Adults can come enjoy a puzzle and some delicious pie in a peaceful setting with other community members. Seating is limited. Please register yourself or your group today.

Crochet Saturday

10:30am - 12:00pm
Teens (Ages 13-17), Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Gary Byker Library of Hudsonville
Room: Main Level Program Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 13-17), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

FREE beginner-level crochet class for adults & teens who are interested in learning to make a granny square.

This Is NOT Your Normal Book Club

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

Patrons AGES 9 and up are invited to join us at the library for a club just for kids. This is NOT a Book Club is not your traditional book club. 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 the children's book club for two months.

Our May book is TBD


 

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. 

D&D For Tweens - Experienced Players

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Tweens (Ages 9-12)
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Gary Byker Library of Hudsonville
Room: Lower Level Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (Ages 9-12)
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

This program is for kids, run by kids!  This game is designed to have players collaboratively explore fantasy worlds, solve intriguing puzzles, and engage in thrilling combat, all guided by one of our amazing Dungeon Masters. There are endless possibilities for adventure and excitement. D&D offers tweens and their peer a social gathering that fosters teamwork, problem-solving, and memorable experiences.  With this program being led by kids, awesome attitudes are encouraged. Join the adventure today!!

Friday D&D adventures are geared toward those who have previous experience and are familiar with D&D. 

D&D For Tweens - Beginners and Casual Players

11:00am - 1:00pm
Tweens (Ages 9-12)
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Gary Byker Library of Hudsonville
Room: Lower Level Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (Ages 9-12)
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

This program is for kids, run by kids!  This game is designed to have players collaboratively explore fantasy worlds, solve intriguing puzzles, and engage in thrilling combat, all guided by one of our amazing Dungeon Masters. There are endless possibilities for adventure and excitement. D&D offers tweens and their peer a social gathering that fosters teamwork, problem-solving, and memorable experiences.  With this program being led by kids, awesome attitudes are encouraged. Join the adventure today!!

Want to learn to play D&D but are unsure where to start?  Would you rather sit down for a more casual campaign or a one-shot story?

Summer Maker Monday

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Tweens (Ages 9-12), Teens (Ages 13-17)
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: STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Happy Summer! This week makers will create a dazzling masterpiece with colorful rhinestones on a self-adhesive canvas. Take a break and join us for this fun and relaxing craft!

 Must register for this program. 

Summer Drawing Class: Draw Your Pet!

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children, School Age, Tweens (Ages 9-12), Teens (Ages 13-17), Adults, Families, All Ages
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Gary Byker Library of Hudsonville
Room: Lower Level Program Room
Age Group: Children, School Age, Tweens (Ages 9-12), Teens (Ages 13-17), Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Using basic shapes and simple line technique, learn to create your favorite furry friends. No prior drawing experience is needed. Materials needed are: simple paper, pencil and eraser."

Summer Maker Monday

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Tweens (Ages 9-12), Teens (Ages 13-17)
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: STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Happy Summer! This Maker Monday has us using our sense of taste. Makers will sample various foods and then paint what they are "tasting".  What does chocolate taste like to you? What colors do you think about?

Foam Party

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children, Tweens (Ages 9-12), Teens (Ages 13-17)
Library Branch: Gary Byker Library of Hudsonville
Room: Parking Lot
Age Group: Children, Tweens (Ages 9-12), Teens (Ages 13-17)
Program Type: General Programs, Performance
Event Details:

Summer Foam Party Spectacular!

Get ready to splash, play, and dance in mountains of bubbly foam! Join us for an unforgettable outdoor party where thousands of bubbles transform our space into a magical foam wonderland.

Critchlow Alligator Sanctuary

1:00pm - 2:00pm
School Age, Tweens (Ages 9-12), Teens (Ages 13-17), Adults
Library Branch: Gary Byker Library of Hudsonville
Room: Lower Level Program Room
Age Group: School Age, Tweens (Ages 9-12), Teens (Ages 13-17), Adults
Program Type: Performance, Presentation
Event Details:

Join us for an unforgettable all-ages event featuring Crtitchlow Alligator Sanctuary. Learn fascinating facts about these incredible creatures, their habitats, and how we can help protect them.

Summer Maker Monday

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Tweens (Ages 9-12), Teens (Ages 13-17)
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: STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Happy Summer! Get outside and make some art. This simple process uses the sun and special paper, you can make cyanotype prints. You will bring your prints home and ideas to keep creating these awesome pieces of art. 

Summer Drawing Class: Michigan Scene

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens (Ages 13-17), Adults
Open
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: 16
Event Details:

Using basic shapes, line techniques and shading, learn to create some favorite Michigan scenes! No prior drawing experience needed.