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Sew What? Stitching Group
10/29/2025 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Knit, crochet, needlepoint, or sew -- whatever your craft, youâÂÂre welcome to come and work on your project with other crafters in this weekly program. Please bring your own project.
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Kids After School Special
10/29/2025 4:00 - 4:45 PM
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| Room: Hill Room *no registration required* Elementary school-age kids can enjoy a different type of fun each week (art, games, science and Legos). An after-school snack is provided.
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Tarot Cards: A History and Future
10/29/2025 7:00 - 7:45 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Join us for a night of mystical methods that engage with our personal energy. Dive into the history and future of the Tarot Cards with Nioka Letts, Intuitive Tarot Reader and Galactic Astrologer. Bring your burning questions and see what intuitive message the Stars and the Tarot Cards have for you.
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Ransom Researchers - Local History Group
10/30/2025 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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| Room: History Room
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Murder at the Walgrave Astoria Costume Ball: Adult Murder Mystery Party
10/30/2025 6:00 - 7:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room You are cordially invited to attend a prestigious event as the Ransom District Library transforms into a luxurious hotel, The Walgrave Astoria during an extravagant Costume Ball. During the ball, a murder takes place! Each participant will act as a character and try to figure out who is the murderer (unless it is you!). Players can wear any costume they wish, after all, this is a costume party!
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Preschool Halloween Parade
10/31/2025 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room *no registration needed* Our littlest friends don't always last through Halloween night, so instead, why not trick or treat at the library? We will parade through the building, stopping off in several places for treats, and we will end up in the Hill Performance Room for stories, crafts, snacksÃÂÃÂ and games.
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Weekly Euchre Club
10/31/2025 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Come to the library every week to play Euchre. Bring a partner or come alone for a self-guided game. Cards drop at 1p.m.
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Teen Magic: the Gathering
10/31/2025 3:30 - 4:30 PM
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| Room: History Room *no registration required* Bring your own deck and join a group of enthusiasts to kick off your weekend. Snacks and drinks provided.
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Guitar Workshop
11/03/2025 4:00 - 4:45 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Join us this fall for the "song playing" version of our Guitar Workshop. We will enjoy the better part of an hour each Monday playing songs together, an opportunity to put into practice what we've learned. If possible, try to arrive a few minutes early to allow for tuning and prep. This program works best for players 10 years old and up, and with some basic experience. Beginners should mark their calendars for the Beginning Guitar Workshop on Mondays in January!
This is an ongoing class that begins on September 8.
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Card Sharks
11/04/2025 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room Join us for an afternoon of playing cards. Each month we will instruct you on how to play a new game, but if you already know it or would like to play something else, feel free!
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Teen Tuesday
11/04/2025 3:30 - 4:30 PM
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| Room: Hill Room NOTE NEW TIME THIS SCHOOL YEAR Teens can hang out with friends and enjoy games, crafts and other activities served up with a snack! Different activities will be available each week. *no registration required*
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Preschool Story Time
11/05/2025 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Hill Room *no registration required* Have fun listening to stories, singing songs and laughing with friends at this happy story program for preschoolers from birth -age 5. Home schooled kids are welcome too!
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Sew What? Stitching Group
11/05/2025 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Knit, crochet, needlepoint, or sew -- whatever your craft, youâÂÂre welcome to come and work on your project with other crafters in this weekly program. Please bring your own project.
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Kids After School Special
11/05/2025 4:00 - 4:45 PM
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| Room: Hill Room *no registration required* Elementary school-age kids can enjoy a different type of fun each week (art, games, science and Legos). An after-school snack is provided.
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Ransom Researchers - Local History Group
11/06/2025 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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| Room: History Room
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Preschool Yoga Adventure
11/06/2025 10:30 - 11:15 AM
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| Room: Hill Room *no registration required* Sarah Plucinski, our favorite yoga instructor, will be with us for more adventures this fall! Plan to join her on the first Thursday of every month.
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Kids LITTLE READ
11/06/2025 4:00 - 4:45 PM
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| Room: Hill Room *no registration needed* School-age children can have a special boat adventure! Ms. Erin will read the Little Read selection for this year, which is Journey by Aaron Becker. Draw a picture of an imaginary stop on a journey, then create a boat out of tin foil and test its seaworthiness in a tub of water. Children will be given a copy of the book to take home.
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Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament
11/06/2025 7:00 - 8:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room The fastest team of four people to complete the 500-piece puzzle (or get the closest to completion) will win a prize. Please make sure each person in your group is registered. Other participants may be added to your team as a space allows.
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Weekly Euchre Club
11/07/2025 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Come to the library every week to play Euchre. Bring a partner or come alone for a self-guided game. Cards drop at 1p.m.
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Teen Magic: the Gathering
11/07/2025 3:30 - 4:30 PM
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| Room: History Room *no registration required* Bring your own deck and join a group of enthusiasts to kick off your weekend. Snacks and drinks provided.
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Teen Dungeons and Dragons
11/08/2025 2:00 - 4:00 PM
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| Room: History Room Youth Assistant Dimitri is the Dungeon Master in this fun role-playing game. New players are always welcome! Attendance is limited to optimize game play--registration is required.
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Preschool MINI READ
11/10/2025 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Hill Room *no registration needed* Preschool children can have a special boat adventure! Sing along as Ms. Erin reads the book Row, Row, Row Your Boat. Use a box for pretend play, experiment with things that sink or float, and make a paper boat for the bathtub. Children will be given a copy of the book to take home.
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Guitar Workshop
11/10/2025 4:00 - 4:45 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Join us this fall for the "song playing" version of our Guitar Workshop. We will enjoy the better part of an hour each Monday playing songs together, an opportunity to put into practice what we've learned. If possible, try to arrive a few minutes early to allow for tuning and prep. This program works best for players 10 years old and up, and with some basic experience. Beginners should mark their calendars for the Beginning Guitar Workshop on Mondays in January!
This is an ongoing class that begins on September 8.
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Card Sharks
11/11/2025 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room Join us for an afternoon of playing cards. Each month we will instruct you on how to play a new game, but if you already know it or would like to play something else, feel free!
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Teen Tuesday
11/11/2025 3:30 - 4:30 PM
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| Room: Hill Room NOTE NEW TIME THIS SCHOOL YEAR Teens can hang out with friends and enjoy games, crafts and other activities served up with a snack! Different activities will be available each week. *no registration required*
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Preschool Story Time
11/12/2025 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Hill Room *no registration required* Have fun listening to stories, singing songs and laughing with friends at this happy story program for preschoolers from birth -age 5. Home schooled kids are welcome too!
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Sew What? Stitching Group
11/12/2025 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Knit, crochet, needlepoint, or sew -- whatever your craft, youâÂÂre welcome to come and work on your project with other crafters in this weekly program. Please bring your own project.
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Kids After School Special
11/12/2025 4:00 - 4:45 PM
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| Room: Hill Room *no registration required* Elementary school-age kids can enjoy a different type of fun each week (art, games, science and Legos). An after-school snack is provided.
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Manga Night
11/12/2025 6:30 - 7:30 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room Those interested in manga, anime or Japanese culture can join Youth Assistant Devin for an hour of Japanese-themed games and snacks. There will be different activities each month. Please register.
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Ransom Researchers - Local History Group
11/13/2025 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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| Room: History Room
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Preschool Zip and Zoom
11/13/2025 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Hill Room *no registration required* Preschool Zip and Zoom "Gym" Time
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Adult Craft & Company (evening): Pinecone Mushroom Ornament
11/13/2025 7:00 - 8:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Transform a pinecone into a rustic, mushroom ornament. All supplies included.
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Adult Craft & Company (morning): Pinecone Mushroom Ornament
11/14/2025 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Hill Room Transform a pinecone into a rustic, mushroom ornament. All supplies included.
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Weekly Euchre Club
11/14/2025 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Come to the library every week to play Euchre. Bring a partner or come alone for a self-guided game. Cards drop at 1p.m.
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Teen Magic: the Gathering
11/14/2025 3:30 - 4:30 PM
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| Room: History Room *no registration required* Bring your own deck and join a group of enthusiasts to kick off your weekend. Snacks and drinks provided.
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Teen TTRPG: Crash Pandas
11/15/2025 2:00 - 4:00 PM
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| Room: History Room Registration Required. LA's illegal street racing scene is taking off, and you wanna be at the starting line when the gun goes off, of course--are you in it for the fame? The sweet cash prize? But the biggest question of all is: who let all these raccoons behind the wheel? Everything needed for play will be provided.
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Adult Dungeons & Dragons 5e
11/16/2025 1:00 - 4:00 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room Are you ready for adventure? Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or completely new to the world of tabletop role-playing games, this is your chance to join an epic tale! Your library card is your "ticket" to either start at 2nd level or gain a free point of inspiration at each session. Please Register
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Guitar Workshop
11/17/2025 4:00 - 4:45 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Join us this fall for the "song playing" version of our Guitar Workshop. We will enjoy the better part of an hour each Monday playing songs together, an opportunity to put into practice what we've learned. If possible, try to arrive a few minutes early to allow for tuning and prep. This program works best for players 10 years old and up, and with some basic experience. Beginners should mark their calendars for the Beginning Guitar Workshop on Mondays in January!
This is an ongoing class that begins on September 8.
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NovelTea Book Club:The Only One Left
11/18/2025 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Hill Room This month's books: The Only One Left by Riley Sager. Enjoy a pot of tea and homemade scones that match the book being discussed each month. Multiple copies of the book will be available at the desk a month before the event.
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Card Sharks
11/18/2025 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room Join us for an afternoon of playing cards. Each month we will instruct you on how to play a new game, but if you already know it or would like to play something else, feel free!
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Teen Tuesday
11/18/2025 3:30 - 4:30 PM
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| Room: Hill Room NOTE NEW TIME THIS SCHOOL YEAR Teens can hang out with friends and enjoy games, crafts and other activities served up with a snack! Different activities will be available each week. *no registration required*
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Board Meeting
11/18/2025 6:30 - 9:00 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room
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Preschool Story Time
11/19/2025 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Hill Room *no registration required* Have fun listening to stories, singing songs and laughing with friends at this happy story program for preschoolers from birth -age 5. Home schooled kids are welcome too!
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Sew What? Stitching Group
11/19/2025 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Knit, crochet, needlepoint, or sew -- whatever your craft, youâÂÂre welcome to come and work on your project with other crafters in this weekly program. Please bring your own project.
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Kids After School Special
11/19/2025 4:00 - 4:45 PM
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| Room: Hill Room *no registration required* Elementary school-age kids can enjoy a different type of fun each week (art, games, science and Legos). An after-school snack is provided.
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Ransom Researchers - Local History Group
11/20/2025 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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| Room: History Room
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Learn and Grow Play Group
11/20/2025 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Hill Room *No registration required* Help Me Grow Allegan and the Library team up to bring you a fun monthly play group, run by the fabulous Kelli Stuifbergen--Plainwell School's Family Coach. Kids can try age-appropriate learning activities, and parents can connect with each other. It's fun for everyone!
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With a Twist Book Club: The Only One Left
11/20/2025 7:00 - 8:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room This book group pairs the Book of the Month with an adult beverage recipe picked specifically to match. Multiple copies of the book will be available at the desk a month before the event. This month's books: The Only One Left by Riley Sager.
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Weekly Euchre Club
11/21/2025 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Come to the library every week to play Euchre. Bring a partner or come alone for a self-guided game. Cards drop at 1p.m.
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Teen Magic: the Gathering
11/21/2025 3:30 - 4:30 PM
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| Room: History Room *no registration required* Bring your own deck and join a group of enthusiasts to kick off your weekend. Snacks and drinks provided.
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Teen Game Night
11/21/2025 6:00 - 9:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Registration Required. Have some after-hours fun at the Library as you divide into 3 groups and rotate through 3 different game sessions in 3 different rooms! Pizza and pop will be provided.
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Guitar Workshop
11/24/2025 4:00 - 4:45 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Join us this fall for the "song playing" version of our Guitar Workshop. We will enjoy the better part of an hour each Monday playing songs together, an opportunity to put into practice what we've learned. If possible, try to arrive a few minutes early to allow for tuning and prep. This program works best for players 10 years old and up, and with some basic experience. Beginners should mark their calendars for the Beginning Guitar Workshop on Mondays in January!
This is an ongoing class that begins on September 8.
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Card Sharks
11/25/2025 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room Join us for an afternoon of playing cards. Each month we will instruct you on how to play a new game, but if you already know it or would like to play something else, feel free!
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Teen Tuesday
11/25/2025 3:30 - 4:30 PM
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| Room: Hill Room NOTE NEW TIME THIS SCHOOL YEAR Teens can hang out with friends and enjoy games, crafts and other activities served up with a snack! Different activities will be available each week. *no registration required*
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Preschool Story Time
11/26/2025 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Hill Room *no registration required* Have fun listening to stories, singing songs and laughing with friends at this happy story program for preschoolers from birth -age 5. Home schooled kids are welcome too!
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Sew What? Stitching Group
11/26/2025 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Knit, crochet, needlepoint, or sew -- whatever your craft, youâÂÂre welcome to come and work on your project with other crafters in this weekly program. Please bring your own project.
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NO AFTER SCHOOL SPECIAL TODAY
11/26/2025 4:00 - 4:30 PM
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Library Closed
11/26/2025 5:00 - 9:00 PM
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Ransom Researchers - Local History Group
11/27/2025 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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| Room: History Room
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Library Closed
11/27/2025 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Holiday Closure
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Library Closed
11/28/2025 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room Holiday Closure
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Guitar Workshop
12/01/2025 4:00 - 4:45 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Join us this fall for the "song playing" version of our Guitar Workshop. We will enjoy the better part of an hour each Monday playing songs together, an opportunity to put into practice what we've learned. If possible, try to arrive a few minutes early to allow for tuning and prep. This program works best for players 10 years old and up, and with some basic experience. Beginners should mark their calendars for the Beginning Guitar Workshop on Mondays in January!
This is an ongoing class that begins on September 8.
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Card Sharks
12/02/2025 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room Join us for an afternoon of playing cards. Each month we will instruct you on how to play a new game, but if you already know it or would like to play something else, feel free!
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Teen Tuesday
12/02/2025 3:30 - 4:30 PM
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| Room: Hill Room NOTE NEW TIME THIS SCHOOL YEAR Teens can hang out with friends and enjoy games, crafts and other activities served up with a snack! Different activities will be available each week. *no registration required*
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Preschool Story Time
12/03/2025 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Hill Room *no registration required* Have fun listening to stories, singing songs and laughing with friends at this happy story program for preschoolers from birth -age 5. Home schooled kids are welcome too!
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Sew What? Stitching Group
12/03/2025 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Knit, crochet, needlepoint, or sew -- whatever your craft, youâÂÂre welcome to come and work on your project with other crafters in this weekly program. Please bring your own project.
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Kids After School Special
12/03/2025 4:00 - 4:45 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Elementary school-age kids can enjoy a different type of fun each week (art, games, science and Legos). An after-school snack is provided.
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The Italian Hall Disaster of Christmas Eve - 1913
12/03/2025 7:00 - 8:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room On Christmas Eve 1913 73 people died (mostly children) in a stampede following a false cry of "Fire!" at the Italian Hall in
Calumet in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The tragedy occurred during a miner's strike in the "Copper Country". Hear the rest of the story with Janet Kasic of Travel Talk Journeys.
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Ransom Researchers - Local History Group
12/04/2025 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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| Room: History Room
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Preschool Yoga Adventure
12/04/2025 10:30 - 11:15 AM
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| Room: Hill Room *no registration required* Sarah Plucinski, our favorite yoga instructor, will be with us for more adventures this fall! Plan to join her on the first Thursday of every month.
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BINGO with the Lifelong Learners
12/04/2025 2:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Get ready to join the festivities as Library Director, Joe Gross calls for BINGO. This event is brought to you in partnership with the Plainwell & Otsego Community Senior Citizen Lifelong Learners. Please register.
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Weekly Euchre Club
12/05/2025 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Come to the library every week to play Euchre. Bring a partner or come alone for a self-guided game. Cards drop at 1p.m.
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Teen Magic: the Gathering
12/05/2025 3:30 - 4:00 PM
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| *no registration needed* Bring your own deck and join a group of enthusiasts to kick off your weekend. Snacks and drinks provided.
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Guitar Workshop
12/08/2025 4:00 - 4:45 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Join us this fall for the "song playing" version of our Guitar Workshop. We will enjoy the better part of an hour each Monday playing songs together, an opportunity to put into practice what we've learned. If possible, try to arrive a few minutes early to allow for tuning and prep. This program works best for players 10 years old and up, and with some basic experience. Beginners should mark their calendars for the Beginning Guitar Workshop on Mondays in January!
This is an ongoing class that begins on September 8.
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Card Sharks
12/09/2025 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room Join us for an afternoon of playing cards. Each month we will instruct you on how to play a new game, but if you already know it or would like to play something else, feel free!
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Teen Tuesday
12/09/2025 3:30 - 4:30 PM
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| Room: Hill Room NOTE NEW TIME THIS SCHOOL YEAR Teens can hang out with friends and enjoy games, crafts and other activities served up with a snack! Different activities will be available each week. *no registration required*
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Board Meeting
12/09/2025 6:30 - 9:00 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room
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Sew What? Stitching Group
12/10/2025 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Knit, crochet, needlepoint, or sew -- whatever your craft, youâÂÂre welcome to come and work on your project with other crafters in this weekly program. Please bring your own project.
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Kids After School Special
12/10/2025 4:00 - 4:45 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Elementary school-age kids can enjoy a different type of fun each week (art, games, science and Legos). An after-school snack is provided.
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Manga Night
12/10/2025 6:30 - 7:30 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room Those interested in manga, anime or Japanese culture can join Youth Assistant Devin for an hour of Japanese-themed games and snacks. There will be different activities each month. Please register.
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Preschool Zip and Zoom
12/11/2025 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Hill Room *no registration required* Preschool Zip and Zoom "Gym" Time
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DIY Craft Extravaganza
12/11/2025 6:00 - 8:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Kick off the gift giving season with our adult drop-in craft making event. Multiple holiday-themed craft stations will be available to make your art independently and at your own pace.
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Room reserved for Event
12/11/2025 6:00 - 7:00 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room Space reserved for Event
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Weekly Euchre Club
12/12/2025 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Come to the library every week to play Euchre. Bring a partner or come alone for a self-guided game. Cards drop at 1p.m.
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Room Reserved for Event
12/12/2025 3:00 - 5:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room
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Room Reserved for Event
12/12/2025 3:00 - 5:00 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room
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Teen Magic: the Gathering
12/12/2025 3:30 - 4:00 PM
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| *no registration needed* Bring your own deck and join a group of enthusiasts to kick off your weekend. Snacks and drinks provided.
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Kids Santa Visit
12/13/2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room *no registration needed* Get into the Christmas spirit with a visit to Santa Claus! Make crafts and enjoy tasty treats. There will also be Christmas stories available for families to read together. Drop in anytime between 10 and noon.
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Teen Dungeons and Dragons
12/13/2025 2:00 - 4:00 PM
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| Room: History Room Youth Assistant Dimitri is the Dungeon Master in this fun role-playing game. New players are always welcome! Attendance is limited to optimize game play--registration is required.
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Adult Dungeons & Dragons 5e
12/14/2025 12:01 - 4:00 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room Are you ready for adventure? Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or completely new to the world of tabletop role-playing games, this is your chance to join an epic tale! Your library card is your "ticket" to either start at 2nd level or gain a free point of inspiration at each session. Please Register
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Guitar Workshop
12/15/2025 4:00 - 4:45 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Join us this fall for the "song playing" version of our Guitar Workshop. We will enjoy the better part of an hour each Monday playing songs together, an opportunity to put into practice what we've learned. If possible, try to arrive a few minutes early to allow for tuning and prep. This program works best for players 10 years old and up, and with some basic experience. Beginners should mark their calendars for the Beginning Guitar Workshop on Mondays in January!
This is an ongoing class that begins on September 8.
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NovelTea Book Club: White Elephant Book Exchange
12/16/2025 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Hill Room Instead of book club, we will host a festive, book-related game of White Elephant. No need to bring a book, the library will have plenty to play the game. Please register.
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Card Sharks
12/16/2025 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room Join us for an afternoon of playing cards. Each month we will instruct you on how to play a new game, but if you already know it or would like to play something else, feel free!
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Teen Tuesday
12/16/2025 3:30 - 4:30 PM
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| Room: Hill Room NOTE NEW TIME THIS SCHOOL YEAR Teens can hang out with friends and enjoy games, crafts and other activities served up with a snack! Different activities will be available each week. *no registration required*
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Sew What? Stitching Group
12/17/2025 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Knit, crochet, needlepoint, or sew -- whatever your craft, youâÂÂre welcome to come and work on your project with other crafters in this weekly program. Please bring your own project.
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Kids After School Special
12/17/2025 4:00 - 4:45 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Elementary school-age kids can enjoy a different type of fun each week (art, games, science and Legos). An after-school snack is provided.
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With a Twist Book Club: White Elephant Book Exchange
12/18/2025 7:00 - 8:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Instead of book club, we will host a festive, book-related game of White Elephant. No need to bring a book, the library will have plenty to play the game. Please register.
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Weekly Euchre Club
12/19/2025 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Come to the library every week to play Euchre. Bring a partner or come alone for a self-guided game. Cards drop at 1p.m.
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Teen Smash Bros Tournament
12/19/2025 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room Registratration Required. Test your skills in this sudden-death tournament. Snacks and pop provided. There will be trophies!
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Teen Magic: the Gathering
12/19/2025 3:30 - 4:00 PM
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| *no registration needed* Bring your own deck and join a group of enthusiasts to kick off your weekend. Snacks and drinks provided.
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Teen TTRPG: Everyone is John
12/20/2025 2:00 - 4:00 PM
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| Room: History Room Registration Required. John is a totally normal, average guy...except for the fact that he hears all these voices telling him what to do! Join the competition for control of John's body as one of the Voices in his head, each with their own goals and skills. Will you emerge victorious? Or will your antics get John killed before he's even had breakfast? All supplies will be provided.
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Kids Spinning Christmas Tree STEM Activity
12/22/2025 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Registration Required. Use simple supplies and a battery to make a whirling wonder! All supplies will be provided.
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Card Sharks
12/23/2025 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room Join us for an afternoon of playing cards. Each month we will instruct you on how to play a new game, but if you already know it or would like to play something else, feel free!
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Library Closed
12/24/2025 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Closed for Holiday
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Library Closed
12/25/2025 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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| Closed for Holiday
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Weekly Euchre Club
12/26/2025 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Come to the library every week to play Euchre. Bring a partner or come alone for a self-guided game. Cards drop at 1p.m.
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Teen Gunpla Model Making
12/26/2025 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: History Room Registration Required. Are you into modeling or mecha? Build your own scale model from Mobile Suit Gundam, guided by Dimitri, Youth Assistant. Kits are entry-level, and will be provided by the Library.
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Teen Magic: the Gathering
12/26/2025 3:30 - 4:00 PM
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| *no registration needed* Bring your own deck and join a group of enthusiasts to kick off your weekend. Snacks and drinks provided.
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Kids Spy Academy
12/29/2025 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room Registration Required. Sign up for our crash course in how to be a super secret agent. Crack codes, tail other spies and use your powers of observation to become the next Young James (or Jane) Bond! All supplies will be provided.
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Kids CD Spinner Toy
12/30/2025 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Hill Room Registration Required. Use old computer CDs and string to make your own fidget toy. All supplies will be provided.
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Card Sharks
12/30/2025 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room Join us for an afternoon of playing cards. Each month we will instruct you on how to play a new game, but if you already know it or would like to play something else, feel free!
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Sew What? Stitching Group
12/31/2025 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Knit, crochet, needlepoint, or sew -- whatever your craft, youâÂÂre welcome to come and work on your project with other crafters in this weekly program. Please bring your own project.
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Weekly Euchre Club
01/02/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Come to the library every week to play Euchre. Bring a partner or come alone for a self-guided game. Cards drop at 1p.m.
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Teen Nerf Night
01/02/2026 6:00 - 8:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room For grades 4 - up! Registration Required. Bring your blasters and enjoy a high-powered two hours of fun after hours at the Library! Several different games will be played, and they will be chosen by participants. Pizza, sodas and darts are provided.
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Card Sharks
01/06/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room Join us for an afternoon of playing cards. Each month we will instruct you on how to play a new game, but if you already know it or would like to play something else, feel free!
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Sew What? Stitching Group
01/07/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Knit, crochet, needlepoint, or sew -- whatever your craft, youâÂÂre welcome to come and work on your project with other crafters in this weekly program. Please bring your own project.
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Weekly Euchre Club
01/09/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Come to the library every week to play Euchre. Bring a partner or come alone for a self-guided game. Cards drop at 1p.m.
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Teen Dungeons and Dragons
01/10/2026 2:00 - 4:00 PM
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| Room: History Room Youth Assistant Dimitri is the Dungeon Master in this fun role-playing game. New players are always welcome! Attendance is limited to optimize game play--registration is required.
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Card Sharks
01/13/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room Join us for an afternoon of playing cards. Each month we will instruct you on how to play a new game, but if you already know it or would like to play something else, feel free!
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Sew What? Stitching Group
01/14/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Knit, crochet, needlepoint, or sew -- whatever your craft, youâÂÂre welcome to come and work on your project with other crafters in this weekly program. Please bring your own project.
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Learn and Grow Play Group
01/15/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Hill Room *No registration required* Help Me Grow Allegan and the Library team up to bring you a fun monthly play group, run by the fabulous Kelli Stuifbergen--Plainwell School's Family Coach. Kids can try age-appropriate learning activities, and parents can connect with each other. It's fun for everyone!
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Weekly Euchre Club
01/16/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Come to the library every week to play Euchre. Bring a partner or come alone for a self-guided game. Cards drop at 1p.m.
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Card Sharks
01/20/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room Join us for an afternoon of playing cards. Each month we will instruct you on how to play a new game, but if you already know it or would like to play something else, feel free!
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Board Meeting
01/20/2026 6:30 - 9:00 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room
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Sew What? Stitching Group
01/21/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Knit, crochet, needlepoint, or sew -- whatever your craft, youâÂÂre welcome to come and work on your project with other crafters in this weekly program. Please bring your own project.
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Weekly Euchre Club
01/23/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Come to the library every week to play Euchre. Bring a partner or come alone for a self-guided game. Cards drop at 1p.m.
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Card Sharks
01/27/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room Join us for an afternoon of playing cards. Each month we will instruct you on how to play a new game, but if you already know it or would like to play something else, feel free!
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Sew What? Stitching Group
01/28/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Knit, crochet, needlepoint, or sew -- whatever your craft, youâÂÂre welcome to come and work on your project with other crafters in this weekly program. Please bring your own project.
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Weekly Euchre Club
01/30/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Come to the library every week to play Euchre. Bring a partner or come alone for a self-guided game. Cards drop at 1p.m.
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Card Sharks
02/03/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room Join us for an afternoon of playing cards. Each month we will instruct you on how to play a new game, but if you already know it or would like to play something else, feel free!
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Sew What? Stitching Group
02/04/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Knit, crochet, needlepoint, or sew -- whatever your craft, youâÂÂre welcome to come and work on your project with other crafters in this weekly program. Please bring your own project.
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Weekly Euchre Club
02/06/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Come to the library every week to play Euchre. Bring a partner or come alone for a self-guided game. Cards drop at 1p.m.
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Card Sharks
02/10/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room Join us for an afternoon of playing cards. Each month we will instruct you on how to play a new game, but if you already know it or would like to play something else, feel free!
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Sew What? Stitching Group
02/11/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Knit, crochet, needlepoint, or sew -- whatever your craft, youâÂÂre welcome to come and work on your project with other crafters in this weekly program. Please bring your own project.
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Weekly Euchre Club
02/13/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Come to the library every week to play Euchre. Bring a partner or come alone for a self-guided game. Cards drop at 1p.m.
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Teen Dungeons and Dragons
02/14/2026 2:00 - 4:00 PM
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| Room: History Room Youth Assistant Dimitri is the Dungeon Master in this fun role-playing game. New players are always welcome! Attendance is limited to optimize game play--registration is required.
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Card Sharks
02/17/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room Join us for an afternoon of playing cards. Each month we will instruct you on how to play a new game, but if you already know it or would like to play something else, feel free!
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Board Meeting
02/17/2026 6:30 - 9:00 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room
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Sew What? Stitching Group
02/18/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Knit, crochet, needlepoint, or sew -- whatever your craft, youâÂÂre welcome to come and work on your project with other crafters in this weekly program. Please bring your own project.
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Learn and Grow Play Group
02/19/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Hill Room *No registration required* Help Me Grow Allegan and the Library team up to bring you a fun monthly play group, run by the fabulous Kelli Stuifbergen--Plainwell School's Family Coach. Kids can try age-appropriate learning activities, and parents can connect with each other. It's fun for everyone!
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Weekly Euchre Club
02/20/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Come to the library every week to play Euchre. Bring a partner or come alone for a self-guided game. Cards drop at 1p.m.
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Card Sharks
02/24/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room Join us for an afternoon of playing cards. Each month we will instruct you on how to play a new game, but if you already know it or would like to play something else, feel free!
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Sew What? Stitching Group
02/25/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Knit, crochet, needlepoint, or sew -- whatever your craft, youâÂÂre welcome to come and work on your project with other crafters in this weekly program. Please bring your own project.
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Weekly Euchre Club
02/27/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Come to the library every week to play Euchre. Bring a partner or come alone for a self-guided game. Cards drop at 1p.m.
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Card Sharks
03/03/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room Join us for an afternoon of playing cards. Each month we will instruct you on how to play a new game, but if you already know it or would like to play something else, feel free!
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Sew What? Stitching Group
03/04/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM
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| Room: Hill Room Knit, crochet, needlepoint, or sew -- whatever your craft, youâÂÂre welcome to come and work on your project with other crafters in this weekly program. Please bring your own project.
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Teen Dungeons and Dragons
03/14/2026 2:00 - 4:00 PM
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| Room: History Room Youth Assistant Dimitri is the Dungeon Master in this fun role-playing game. New players are always welcome! Attendance is limited to optimize game play--registration is required.
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Board Meeting
03/17/2026 6:30 - 9:00 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room
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Learn and Grow Play Group
03/19/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Hill Room *No registration required* Help Me Grow Allegan and the Library team up to bring you a fun monthly play group, run by the fabulous Kelli Stuifbergen--Plainwell School's Family Coach. Kids can try age-appropriate learning activities, and parents can connect with each other. It's fun for everyone!
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Teen Dungeons and Dragons
04/11/2026 2:00 - 4:00 PM
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| Room: History Room Youth Assistant Dimitri is the Dungeon Master in this fun role-playing game. New players are always welcome! Attendance is limited to optimize game play--registration is required.
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Learn and Grow Play Group
04/16/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Hill Room *No registration required* Help Me Grow Allegan and the Library team up to bring you a fun monthly play group, run by the fabulous Kelli Stuifbergen--Plainwell School's Family Coach. Kids can try age-appropriate learning activities, and parents can connect with each other. It's fun for everyone!
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Board Meeting
04/21/2026 6:30 - 9:00 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room
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Teen Dungeons and Dragons
05/09/2026 2:00 - 4:00 PM
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| Room: History Room Youth Assistant Dimitri is the Dungeon Master in this fun role-playing game. New players are always welcome! Attendance is limited to optimize game play--registration is required.
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Board Meeting
05/19/2026 6:30 - 9:00 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room
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Learn and Grow Play Group
05/21/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Room: Hill Room *No registration required* Help Me Grow Allegan and the Library team up to bring you a fun monthly play group, run by the fabulous Kelli Stuifbergen--Plainwell School's Family Coach. Kids can try age-appropriate learning activities, and parents can connect with each other. It's fun for everyone!
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Board Meeting
06/16/2026 6:30 - 9:00 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room
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Board Meeting
07/21/2026 6:30 - 9:00 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room
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Board Meeting
08/18/2026 6:30 - 9:00 PM
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| Room: Burchfield Room
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