Ages 3-17 are invited to submit an entry in our Children's Bookmark Contest! Download the contest form here or pick up a copy at the library's Youth Services desk. The deadline to enter is May 14, 2023.
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Looking for preschool or childcare options for your family? Join us to connect with a variety of early childhood resources, all in one place. Sunday, March 5, 12:30-3:30 pm.Continue Reading
Join us each month as we discover, design, create, and construct with hands-on and interactive science, technology, engineering, art and math projects!
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All homeschooling families are welcome for this program that includes educational and fun activities for kids and time and space for parents to connect.
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Did you miss our summer STEAM Kids series? Or do you want to replicate any of the activities at home? Check out this overview of our STEAM Kids: Properties of Water program!
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We just added a new type of kit to our Little Things collection: Storytime Kits! Storytime Kits are geared towards children birth to five and support the development of early literacy skills. Each kit has a theme and includes books, toys, and an activity sheet. More of these kits are also on the way! Learn more here.Continue Reading
The Youth Art Show exhibit is now on display in the library! Stop by to view the 50 creative pieces in the Elmwood Room and in a display case on the youth end of the library, and vote for your favorites to win the People's Choice Award. (Elmwood Room exhibit/voting not available August 2.)Continue Reading
Explore the wonderful world of water in the Lansing area and our Great Lakes State while enjoying the outdoors and engaging in fun learning activities!
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The Association for Library Service to Children creates summer reading booklists each year. These lists are full of book titles to keep children engaged in reading throughout the summer. Check them out!Continue Reading
Interested in volunteering at the library this summer? DTDL is currently accepting applications for teen volunteers, ages 13-18, to help with summer programs and around the library. Download the application or stop by the Youth Services desk.
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Join us on Saturday, April 9, 10:30-11:30 am at Sharp Park for activities, free family reading kits, and a meet & greet with Click Clack Duck! Learn more and register here.Continue Reading
Families Forward of Community Mental Health are offering fun and engaging skills-based groups for ages 3-14 at the library to help youth learn practical skills to manage stress, improve social skills, and have fun while doing it! Learn more here.
For kids in kindergarten through third grade. Join us on Zoom each month as we discover, design, create, and construct with hands-on and interactive science, technology, engineering, art and math projects!
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Ages 13-18 are invited to join us on Friday, February 25, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. for a teens-only game night, featuring a mix of video, board, and active games. Learn more and register here.
DTDL & GLADL are excited to present Battle of the Books 2022. Our 14th annual program will include a mix of virtual events, at-home activities, and an in-person battle, with engaging reads, fun activities, and friendly competition. Learn moreContinue Reading
Ages 9-18 are invited to a virtual cooking class! Join us on Saturday, October 16 to make pumpkin cookies, learn cooking tips, and get hands-on with ingredients. Register here.Continue Reading
Join us for a virtual pet show! Each child will get a chance to share their pet and tell us a little about them, plus stories, songs, and activities. Tuesday, August 3 at 6 pm. Learn more and register here.Continue Reading
