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See the beautiful holiday decorations throughout the City of Durand, check them off the list, and you could win a local gift card!

Limit one entry per family.

Durand, 200 S Railroad St, Durand, MI 48429, USA

Learn more: https://www.durandstation.org/

Join us for a magical experience as we transform our venue into a wonderland of beautifully adorned trees, each one a unique creation decorated by various businesses and organizations from our community. Delight in the festive ambiance, immerse yourself in the holiday spirit, and witness the creativity displayed in every corner.

Closed for Christmas Eve

See the beautiful holiday decorations throughout the City of Durand, check them off the list, and you could win a local gift card!

Limit one entry per family.

Stop by the library to make a craft item using Perler Beads. 

Pre-registration is encouraged.

VirtualBaby Fair dates are on Monday, December 2, 2024 from 6-8 p.m. and on Thursday,December 5, 2024 from 9-11:00 a.m.  

Registerat MichiganDepartment of Health and Human Services Virtual Baby Fair  https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RZXS9B8

See the beautiful holiday decorations throughout the City of Durand, check them off the list, and you could win a local gift card!

Limit one entry per family.

Story Time and Craft for Preschool Aged Children.  Make new friends while you listen to a story, make a craft and have a snack.  Story time starts at 11 a.m.  Please register online or call the library at 517-625-3166.  

Story time dates are Sept. 3 & 17, OCT 8 & 22, Nov. 5 & 19,  Dec. 3 & 17

Register: https://www.canr.msu.edu/events/guiding-principles-for-highly-successful-parenting-webinar-series-november-2024

This event is free for all. 

Class Information:
Guiding Principles for Highly Successful Parenting is a parenting series to help you explore ways that you can be highly effective in raising your kids to be successful in school and in life. This class is meant for parents of kids from toddlers to teens and will explore:

• Developing family routines
• Developing emotional control in your child
• Being a calm assertive parent
• Developing consistent rules and relationships
• Learning from mistakes and developing empathy & the ability to be thankful as a result

Participation Information:
This is a series class and participants must plan on attending all five weeks. 

Certificates for participation are provided upon completion of the series. In order to receive a certificate, participants must actively participate in the webinar throughout all five sessions. 

Participants have the option to attend and actively participate via computer, or an app on a tablet or smartphone. Attendees can also listen to the presentation via phone (by calling in), but active participation is difficult over the phone due to the webinar format. Those who choose to call in must contact the instructor for instructions on how to be eligible for a certificate.
If multiple people in the same location want to participate in the webinar and need certificates, they have to join the webinar separately or contact the instructor for special instructions to each receive a certificate.

Durand, 200 S Railroad St, Durand, MI 48429, USA

Learn more: https://www.durandstation.org/

Join us for a magical experience as we transform our venue into a wonderland of beautifully adorned trees, each one a unique creation decorated by various businesses and organizations from our community. Delight in the festive ambiance, immerse yourself in the holiday spirit, and witness the creativity displayed in every corner.

Closed for Christmas Eve

The Lennon branch welcomes you to color outside the lines.

We will meet every Tuesday at 2:30pm.

Register online or call 810-621-3202.

Some supplies are available, but we encourage you to bring your favorite crayons!

Kids and teens are invited to paint ceramic ornaments for Christmas.  Ornaments will be various styles.  If more than one ornament is desired, the cost will be $7.00 per additional ornament.  Ornaments will be taken back to the shop, glazed and returned the following week to the library.

Pre-registration is required.

Adults are invited to create a unique snowman mug centerpiece.

Pre-registration is required.

December 3: Screen Time for Young Children

Register: https://www.canr.msu.edu/events/online-parenting-screen-time-young-children-12-3-24

Screens are everywhere, and young children are spending more and more time in front of them. Screens and media can be a great way for children to learn, but may also have a negative impact on their development. This workshop will help participants learn about how screen time and other media exposure impacts children, learn the screen time recommendations for infants, toddlers, and young children and understand ways to decrease screen time for young children.

Extension Extras Parenting Hour is a free online series of parenting workshops that provides guidance for parents of young children as they navigate the challenges, joys, and concerns of parenting.

Certificates for participation are provided upon completion of the class.

Participants have the option to attend and actively participate via computer, or an app on a tablet or smartphone. Attendees can also listen to the presentation via phone (by calling in). Those who choose to call in must contact the instructor for directions on how to be eligible for a certificate.

See the beautiful holiday decorations throughout the City of Durand, check them off the list, and you could win a local gift card!

Limit one entry per family.

Join us for stories, crafts, and snacks.

Preregistration is required.  

Durand, 200 S Railroad St, Durand, MI 48429, USA

Learn more: https://www.durandstation.org/

Join us for a magical experience as we transform our venue into a wonderland of beautifully adorned trees, each one a unique creation decorated by various businesses and organizations from our community. Delight in the festive ambiance, immerse yourself in the holiday spirit, and witness the creativity displayed in every corner.

Closed for Christmas Eve

A variety of sweet and salty snacks are specially brought in from a different country every month. Teens & tweens are invited to join the fun and experience flavors from around the world on the first Wednesday of each month.

Preregistration is encouraged.

A variety of sweet and salty snacks are specially brought in from a different country every month. Teens & tweens are invited to join the fun and experience flavors from around the world on the 1st Wednesday of each month.

Please register online, in person, or by calling the branch.

In collaboration withGreat Start Shiawassee, the Owosso Police Department will host a car seatcheck-up event on December 4, 2024, from 3:00 pm to 6:00pm at 202 S. Water St.,Owosso, MI. The event is free to the public. Registration is recommended, but notrequired (see flyer). Certified technicians will ensure your car seat isproperly installed and may provide a replacement seat without charge if it’srecommended for your child’s safety. (*while supplies last; children must bepresent for a safety assessment).

In collaboration withGreat Start Shiawassee, the Owosso Police Department will host a car seatcheck-up event on December 4, 2024, from 3:00 pm to 6:00pm at 202 S. Water St.,Owosso, MI. The event is free to the public. Registration is recommended, but notrequired (see flyer). Certified technicians will ensure your car seat isproperly installed and may provide a replacement seat without charge if it’srecommended for your child’s safety. (*while supplies last; children must bepresent for a safety assessment).

A variety of sweet and salty snacks are specially brought in from a different country every month. Teens & tweens are invited to join the fun and experience flavors from around the world on the 1st Wednesday of each month.

Please register online, in person, or by calling the branch.

A variety of salty and sweet snacks are specially brought in from a different country each month. Teens & tweens are invited to join the fun and experience flavors from around the world on the 1st Wednesday of each month.

Please register online or call Deb @ 810-686-8732.

See the beautiful holiday decorations throughout the City of Durand, check them off the list, and you could win a local gift card!

Limit one entry per family.

Virtual Baby Fair dates are on Monday, December 2, 2024 from 6-8 p.m. and on Thursday, December 5, 2024 from 9-11:00 a.m.  

Register at Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Virtual Baby Fair  https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RZXS9B8

Mental Health First Aid training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial assistance and support to an individual who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem or experiencing a crisis.

Mental Health First Aid takes the fear and hesitation out of starting conversations about mental health and substance use challenges by improving understanding and providing an action plan to safely identify and respond to a potential mental illness or substance use challenge.

Y-MHFA participants will learn about the role of a Mental Health First Aider, Common Mental Disorders in the Unites States, Signs and Symptoms, MHFA Action Plan, and Self-Care.

AFTER THE COURSE, YOU’LL BE ABLE TO:

• Common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges in this age group, including anxiety, depression, eating disorders and attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD).
• Common signs and symptoms of substance use challenges.
• How to interact with a child or adolescent in crisis.
• How to connect the youth with help.
• Expanded content on trauma, substance use, self-care and the impact of social media and bullying.

Training Expectations:

This class takes place in-person at Shiawassee Health and Wellness (1555 Industrial Dr. Owosso, MI 48867). Please plan to arrive 10 minutes early. If you join more than 10 minutes after the training start time, you will not receive credit for the course.

There is a 1 hour lunch break from 12-1pm. We do not offer lunch with this training. You are welcome to bring your own (we do have a microwave), and there are a plethora of restaurants and fast casual places to grab lunch.

Due to the nature of the content, this training is for ages 18 and older.

This training is conducted by a certified USA Mental Health First Aid Instructor from the National Council for Mental Wellbeing.

Durand, 200 S Railroad St, Durand, MI 48429, USA

Learn more: https://www.durandstation.org/

Join us for a magical experience as we transform our venue into a wonderland of beautifully adorned trees, each one a unique creation decorated by various businesses and organizations from our community. Delight in the festive ambiance, immerse yourself in the holiday spirit, and witness the creativity displayed in every corner.

Closed for Christmas Eve

Visit the Morrice Branch to read and visit with Winston from Buddy's Pals!  Buddy's Pals brings specially trained dogs and handlers into classrooms and other educational institutions to assist with everyday learning, comfort, and stress reduction. 

Registration is not required.

See the beautiful holiday decorations throughout the City of Durand, check them off the list, and you could win a local gift card!

Limit one entry per family.

Join us for adventurous stories, songs, crafts, and snacks!

Preregistration is encouraged.

Durand, 200 S Railroad St, Durand, MI 48429, USA

Learn more: https://www.durandstation.org/

Join us for a magical experience as we transform our venue into a wonderland of beautifully adorned trees, each one a unique creation decorated by various businesses and organizations from our community. Delight in the festive ambiance, immerse yourself in the holiday spirit, and witness the creativity displayed in every corner.

Closed for Christmas Eve

See the beautiful holiday decorations throughout the City of Durand, check them off the list, and you could win a local gift card!

Limit one entry per family.

Durand, 200 S Railroad St, Durand, MI 48429, USA

Learn more: https://www.durandstation.org/

Join us for a magical experience as we transform our venue into a wonderland of beautifully adorned trees, each one a unique creation decorated by various businesses and organizations from our community. Delight in the festive ambiance, immerse yourself in the holiday spirit, and witness the creativity displayed in every corner.

Closed for Christmas Eve

See the beautiful holiday decorations throughout the City of Durand, check them off the list, and you could win a local gift card!

Limit one entry per family.

Call (989) 723-8354 or visit us in person to register!

Durand, 200 S Railroad St, Durand, MI 48429, USA

Learn more: https://www.durandstation.org/

Join us for a magical experience as we transform our venue into a wonderland of beautifully adorned trees, each one a unique creation decorated by various businesses and organizations from our community. Delight in the festive ambiance, immerse yourself in the holiday spirit, and witness the creativity displayed in every corner.

Closed for Christmas Eve

See the beautiful holiday decorations throughout the City of Durand, check them off the list, and you could win a local gift card!

Limit one entry per family.

Come and see Mr. & Mrs. Claus at the Perry branch.  A story will be read and there will be a sing-a-long with the Claus'. 

Please pre-register online or by calling the branch.

See the beautiful holiday decorations throughout the City of Durand, check them off the list, and you could win a local gift card!

Limit one entry per family.

Morrice Storytime is geared for children 2-5 years old, however, all ages are welcome to join in the fun.  Children can enjoy a story, craft, and snack.  Enjoy some playtime afterwards if you'd like.  

Registration is encouraged.  

Durand, 200 S Railroad St, Durand, MI 48429, USA

Learn more: https://www.durandstation.org/

Join us for a magical experience as we transform our venue into a wonderland of beautifully adorned trees, each one a unique creation decorated by various businesses and organizations from our community. Delight in the festive ambiance, immerse yourself in the holiday spirit, and witness the creativity displayed in every corner.

Closed for Christmas Eve

See the beautiful holiday decorations throughout the City of Durand, check them off the list, and you could win a local gift card!

Limit one entry per family.

Join us for stories, crafts, and snacks.

Preregistration is required.  

Durand, 200 S Railroad St, Durand, MI 48429, USA

Learn more: https://www.durandstation.org/

Join us for a magical experience as we transform our venue into a wonderland of beautifully adorned trees, each one a unique creation decorated by various businesses and organizations from our community. Delight in the festive ambiance, immerse yourself in the holiday spirit, and witness the creativity displayed in every corner.

Closed for Christmas Eve

Swifties Unite!  Join us at the Morrice Branch for a fun filled birthday celebration honoring Taylor Swift!  Activities will include making friendship bracelets, blackout poetry, listening to music, and a selfie station!  We encourage you to dress up in your favorite Swiftie swag or come as you are!   

Cake will be provided.  

This program is geared towards 4th - 8th graders.  Siblings welcome with supervision. 

Pre-registration is required.

See the beautiful holiday decorations throughout the City of Durand, check them off the list, and you could win a local gift card!

Limit one entry per family.

Durand, 200 S Railroad St, Durand, MI 48429, USA

Learn more: https://www.durandstation.org/

Join us for a magical experience as we transform our venue into a wonderland of beautifully adorned trees, each one a unique creation decorated by various businesses and organizations from our community. Delight in the festive ambiance, immerse yourself in the holiday spirit, and witness the creativity displayed in every corner.

Closed for Christmas Eve

This book club is designed for children ages 5 - 12.  We will meet monthly on the 2nd Thursday of the month to discuss a book and have some fun.  Contact the branch to find out which book will be read. Copies of the book will be available for pickup at the Morrice branch about 1 month before the meeting.  Families or children can read the book during the month and we will come together to discuss it, complete and activity, and have a snack inspired by the story.  

Registration is required, please register online or by calling the Morrice Branch at 517-625-7911.

Join us in Byron on the second and fourth Thursday of each month to read a chapter or two from a middle grade fantasy book and then do an activity that relates to that chapter. We will be reading, Winnie Zeng Unleashes a Legend by Katie Zhao.

Please pre-register.

See the beautiful holiday decorations throughout the City of Durand, check them off the list, and you could win a local gift card!

Limit one entry per family.

Rocket Ship, Solo Trip

by Chiari Colombi

Friday, December 13, 2024

10:00 am Eastern Time

Join us for adventurous stories, songs, crafts, and snacks!

Preregistration is encouraged.

Durand, 200 S Railroad St, Durand, MI 48429, USA

Learn more: https://www.durandstation.org/

Join us for a magical experience as we transform our venue into a wonderland of beautifully adorned trees, each one a unique creation decorated by various businesses and organizations from our community. Delight in the festive ambiance, immerse yourself in the holiday spirit, and witness the creativity displayed in every corner.

Closed for Christmas Eve

See the beautiful holiday decorations throughout the City of Durand, check them off the list, and you could win a local gift card!

Limit one entry per family.

Durand, 200 S Railroad St, Durand, MI 48429, USA

Learn more: https://www.durandstation.org/

Join us for a magical experience as we transform our venue into a wonderland of beautifully adorned trees, each one a unique creation decorated by various businesses and organizations from our community. Delight in the festive ambiance, immerse yourself in the holiday spirit, and witness the creativity displayed in every corner.

Closed for Christmas Eve

See the beautiful holiday decorations throughout the City of Durand, check them off the list, and you could win a local gift card!

Limit one entry per family.

Durand, 200 S Railroad St, Durand, MI 48429, USA

Learn more: https://www.durandstation.org/

Join us for a magical experience as we transform our venue into a wonderland of beautifully adorned trees, each one a unique creation decorated by various businesses and organizations from our community. Delight in the festive ambiance, immerse yourself in the holiday spirit, and witness the creativity displayed in every corner.

Closed for Christmas Eve

See the beautiful holiday decorations throughout the City of Durand, check them off the list, and you could win a local gift card!

Limit one entry per family.

See the beautiful holiday decorations throughout the City of Durand, check them off the list, and you could win a local gift card!

Limit one entry per family.

Story Time and Craft for Preschool Aged Children.  Make new friends while you listen to a story, make a craft and have a snack.  Story time starts at 11 a.m.  Please register online or call the library at 517-625-3166.  

Story time dates are Sept. 3 & 17, OCT 8 & 22, Nov. 5 & 19,  Dec. 3 & 17

Durand, 200 S Railroad St, Durand, MI 48429, USA

Learn more: https://www.durandstation.org/

Join us for a magical experience as we transform our venue into a wonderland of beautifully adorned trees, each one a unique creation decorated by various businesses and organizations from our community. Delight in the festive ambiance, immerse yourself in the holiday spirit, and witness the creativity displayed in every corner.

Closed for Christmas Eve

See the beautiful holiday decorations throughout the City of Durand, check them off the list, and you could win a local gift card!

Limit one entry per family.

Join us for stories, crafts, and snacks.

Preregistration is required.  

Durand, 200 S Railroad St, Durand, MI 48429, USA

Learn more: https://www.durandstation.org/

Join us for a magical experience as we transform our venue into a wonderland of beautifully adorned trees, each one a unique creation decorated by various businesses and organizations from our community. Delight in the festive ambiance, immerse yourself in the holiday spirit, and witness the creativity displayed in every corner.

Closed for Christmas Eve

Tweens & teens are invited to join in a festive Pringles taste test challenge!

Pre-registration is required.

Come join the fun as you hear a story or two and sing some Christmas carols with Santa and Mrs.Claus.

You can also tell Santa your Christmas wishes.

All ages welcome. Pre-registration is required.

See the beautiful holiday decorations throughout the City of Durand, check them off the list, and you could win a local gift card!

Limit one entry per family.

In this program, teens and children will have the opportunity to unleash their creativity and make meaningful gifts for their loved ones just in time for the holidays.

Drop in any time 11:30am - 3:30pm.  Available while supplies last. 

Durand, 200 S Railroad St, Durand, MI 48429, USA

Learn more: https://www.durandstation.org/

Join us for a magical experience as we transform our venue into a wonderland of beautifully adorned trees, each one a unique creation decorated by various businesses and organizations from our community. Delight in the festive ambiance, immerse yourself in the holiday spirit, and witness the creativity displayed in every corner.

Closed for Christmas Eve

 The library will have paper, crayons, markers, and scissors available to help with with your doodling.

Pre-registration is required.

Join Mrs. Claus and a special guest for an extra special Christmas Story Time! Stories, crafts, and snacks.

Pre-registration is required.

Winteris on its way! Join us as we celebrate the winter solstice withauthor-illustrator Renée Kurilla, who will read her picture book It'sWinter!. This heartwarming story captures the magic of cozy wintermoments and seasonal fun. Then follow along with Renée as she guides viewersthrough creating their own snowy scene inspired by the book.

RSVP here - https://www.facebook.com/share/ZDb9emqeVKwUPnbA/

See the beautiful holiday decorations throughout the City of Durand, check them off the list, and you could win a local gift card!

Limit one entry per family.

Join us for adventurous stories, songs, crafts, and snacks!

Preregistration is encouraged.

Durand, 200 S Railroad St, Durand, MI 48429, USA

Learn more: https://www.durandstation.org/

Join us for a magical experience as we transform our venue into a wonderland of beautifully adorned trees, each one a unique creation decorated by various businesses and organizations from our community. Delight in the festive ambiance, immerse yourself in the holiday spirit, and witness the creativity displayed in every corner.

Closed for Christmas Eve

See the beautiful holiday decorations throughout the City of Durand, check them off the list, and you could win a local gift card!

Limit one entry per family.

Durand, 200 S Railroad St, Durand, MI 48429, USA

Learn more: https://www.durandstation.org/

Join us for a magical experience as we transform our venue into a wonderland of beautifully adorned trees, each one a unique creation decorated by various businesses and organizations from our community. Delight in the festive ambiance, immerse yourself in the holiday spirit, and witness the creativity displayed in every corner.

Closed for Christmas Eve

See the beautiful holiday decorations throughout the City of Durand, check them off the list, and you could win a local gift card!

Limit one entry per family.

Join other Smash Bros enthusiasts for an exciting bracket style tournament!  Be sure to register to lock in your spot.  We will have joycon controllers available for use but feel free to bring your own pro controller if you'd like.  Snacks will be available and prizes will be awarded to the top players.  If bringing your own controller, please arrive 5 minutes early.  

Rules and registration is available at the Morrice Branch. 

See the beautiful holiday decorations throughout the City of Durand, check them off the list, and you could win a local gift card!

Limit one entry per family.

Durand, 200 S Railroad St, Durand, MI 48429, USA

Learn more: https://www.durandstation.org/

Join us for a magical experience as we transform our venue into a wonderland of beautifully adorned trees, each one a unique creation decorated by various businesses and organizations from our community. Delight in the festive ambiance, immerse yourself in the holiday spirit, and witness the creativity displayed in every corner.

Closed for Christmas Eve

See the beautiful holiday decorations throughout the City of Durand, check them off the list, and you could win a local gift card!

Limit one entry per family.

Durand, 200 S Railroad St, Durand, MI 48429, USA

Learn more: https://www.durandstation.org/

Join us for a magical experience as we transform our venue into a wonderland of beautifully adorned trees, each one a unique creation decorated by various businesses and organizations from our community. Delight in the festive ambiance, immerse yourself in the holiday spirit, and witness the creativity displayed in every corner.

Closed for Christmas Eve

See the beautiful holiday decorations throughout the City of Durand, check them off the list, and you could win a local gift card!

Limit one entry per family.

Durand, 200 S Railroad St, Durand, MI 48429, USA

Learn more: https://www.durandstation.org/

Join us for a magical experience as we transform our venue into a wonderland of beautifully adorned trees, each one a unique creation decorated by various businesses and organizations from our community. Delight in the festive ambiance, immerse yourself in the holiday spirit, and witness the creativity displayed in every corner.

Closed for Christmas Eve

See the beautiful holiday decorations throughout the City of Durand, check them off the list, and you could win a local gift card!

Limit one entry per family.

Durand, 200 S Railroad St, Durand, MI 48429, USA

Learn more: https://www.durandstation.org/

Join us for a magical experience as we transform our venue into a wonderland of beautifully adorned trees, each one a unique creation decorated by various businesses and organizations from our community. Delight in the festive ambiance, immerse yourself in the holiday spirit, and witness the creativity displayed in every corner.

Closed for Christmas Eve

See the beautiful holiday decorations throughout the City of Durand, check them off the list, and you could win a local gift card!

Limit one entry per family.

Durand, 200 S Railroad St, Durand, MI 48429, USA

Learn more: https://www.durandstation.org/

Join us for a magical experience as we transform our venue into a wonderland of beautifully adorned trees, each one a unique creation decorated by various businesses and organizations from our community. Delight in the festive ambiance, immerse yourself in the holiday spirit, and witness the creativity displayed in every corner.

Closed for Christmas Eve

Durand, 200 S Railroad St, Durand, MI 48429, USA

Learn more: https://www.durandstation.org/

Join us for a magical experience as we transform our venue into a wonderland of beautifully adorned trees, each one a unique creation decorated by various businesses and organizations from our community. Delight in the festive ambiance, immerse yourself in the holiday spirit, and witness the creativity displayed in every corner.

Closed for Christmas Eve

Durand, 200 S Railroad St, Durand, MI 48429, USA

Learn more: https://www.durandstation.org/

Join us for a magical experience as we transform our venue into a wonderland of beautifully adorned trees, each one a unique creation decorated by various businesses and organizations from our community. Delight in the festive ambiance, immerse yourself in the holiday spirit, and witness the creativity displayed in every corner.

Closed for Christmas Eve