Storytimes near BACON MEMORIAL DISTRICT LIBRARY

Bacon Room

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Bacon Room

Join us for a night of games at the library! A variety of Board Games will be available to play or bring your own! A Great chance to meet other people who love board games!

Multi Purpose Program Room

Join Ms. Hailey for stories, music, and dance! This program is geared for babies and toddlers. We are asking families to refrain from snacking during story time as some participants have food allergies. Please help us keep our group safe by snacking after story time.

Multi Purpose Program Room

Step into the prehistoric world with Dino Academy! Led by the quirky and curious Dr. Sarah Tops, this action-packed adventure uncovers fascinating dino facts that will wow even the biggest dino fans. Featuring life-like, colorful dinosaur puppets that stomp, roar and charm their way into every heart, this show blends science, storytelling and imagination in the style of your favorite nature programs. It’s an unforgettable field trip through time—without ever leaving your seat!

Join us the front porch of the library for art and relaxation! The program is designed to cater to a diverse range of ages and artistic abilities, making it a great way for families of all ages to create together. Art projects will be provide so that everyone finds joy in creation, regardless of their level of expertise. This week we will be creating: Water Color paintings All supplies Included. Art projects are subject to change due to weather.

Multi Purpose Program Room

The rumors are true—the click-clack of Mahjong tiles is officially coming to Downriver! We will be meeting every two weeks to start, so come get in on the ground floor. Whether you're a seasoned player or a complete beginner who has always wanted to learn, we have a seat at the table for you. 🀄 Style: American & Social Play (All skill levels welcome!) 💵 Cost: Free admission! ✨ What to expect: A relaxed, welcoming social scene in a beautiful historic building. Beginner-friendly tables with helpers to teach you the basics. Good vibes, laughs, and new local friends. A light snack will be provided to keep us fueled while we play! 🎒 What to bring: Yourself! And if you have the current National Mahjong League card 2026, please bring that along too. 📲 Save Your Seat: Space is limited with currently 15 spots open across our tables! Drop a comment below or click the link in our bio to RSVP. A waitlist option will open up automatically once these initial seats fill up! 🙌 Community Note: We want to keep this social thriving! While snacks are covered for our kickoff, we would love volunteers to bring snacks for our future dates. Let us know if you'd like to pitch in down the road! Let’s wash the tiles, Wyandotte! 👋🀄

Multi Purpose Program Room

Join Ms. Hailey for stories, music, dance and more! This program is geared to families with children of multiple ages. We are asking families to refrain from snacking during storytime as some participants have food allergies. Please help us keep our group safe by snacking after storytime.

Multi Purpose Program Room

The practice is a one hour. In each class we will be practicing a variety of self-care practices to help bring our mind and bodies into alignment. Yoga will be in every class and is for all levels. I will offer modifications for beginner and injuries as well as advanced students. The class will be different every week. Somatic practices may include but not be limited to yoga, breathwork, meditation, self-massage, reiki, drumming, sound bowls, chakra work, grounding and dance.

Schwartz Room

A women’s community, a new opportunity to be heard, to share! You are invited to join this group of extraordinary women writers.

Multi Purpose Program Room

Participants will learn how sugary drinks impact their health, then prepare fresh, healthy alternative recipes they can replicate at home. This is a Cooking Matters hands-on cooking class led by Gleaners Community Food Bank of Southeastern Michigan.

Multi Purpose Program Room

Join us for our first Bacon Swaps. Swap out your old children's toys and games for something new to you! Items will be accepted starting July 13 or can be brought in the day of. You do not need to bring materials in order to pick something up. BMDL will host periodic swap events throughout the year, including toys and games, sports equipment, clothes and more!

Multi Purpose Program Room

This book club is those of us who want to join the book club, but never read or finish the book we are told to read! Bring something you just read, read and loved or want to read or bring nothing at all! This is group is for people who love to talk books! And to sip: each month we will have a fun mocktail or tea!

Multi Purpose Program Room

Join Ms. Hailey for stories, music, and dance! This program is geared for babies and toddlers. We are asking families to refrain from snacking during story time as some participants have food allergies. Please help us keep our group safe by snacking after story time.

Join us the front porch of the library for art and relaxation! The program is designed to cater to a diverse range of ages and artistic abilities, making it a great way for families of all ages to create together. Art projects will be provide so that everyone finds joy in creation, regardless of their level of expertise. This week we will be creating: Clay Sculpting All supplies Included. Art projects are subject to change due to weather.

Multi Purpose Program Room

Join Ms. Hailey for stories, music, dance and more! This program is geared to families with children of multiple ages. We are asking families to refrain from snacking during storytime as some participants have food allergies. Please help us keep our group safe by snacking after storytime.

RAIN OR SHINE!! The Mad Foamers is back with two foam cannons! Join the party on the front lawn and bring a towel! No registration needed and FREE!

Multi Purpose Program Room

The practice is a one hour. In each class we will be practicing a variety of self-care practices to help bring our mind and bodies into alignment. Yoga will be in every class and is for all levels. I will offer modifications for beginner and injuries as well as advanced students. The class will be different every week. Somatic practices may include but not be limited to yoga, breathwork, meditation, self-massage, reiki, drumming, sound bowls, chakra work, grounding and dance.

Parlor

Come Stitch and “Yak” With Us! Join us the Fourth Thursday of every month from 4-6 PM, in the Front Parlor of the House

Multi Purpose Program Room

Rainbow Feathers Bird Club will bring birds, ranging from the tiny parrotlet to majestic macaws. During the session, they will discuss the age of the birds, their lifespan, and their origins. You will be able to pet the birds and get a memorable photos. This program is geared for people age 6-106. This program is not suitable for very young children.

Multi Purpose Program Room

Matt Watroba will lead you and your family in an evening of song. Sing along, suggest a song to share, or just listen. No experience needed, just a love of music and community. About Matt Watroba: Many know Matt Watroba as the voice of folk music in Michigan for his work producing and hosting shows for public radio. He has devoted his life and career to being a custodian of American folk and roots music. This has helped shape a repertoire and presentation that is unique on stages across the state and country. He is committed to inspiring the world to sing-- one town at a time. In 2019, Matt, along with his life-long musical partner Robert Jones, Co-founded the Detroit Non-Profit, Common Chords. Also in 2019, Matt Was inducted into the Folk DJ Hall of Fame at the Folk Alliance International conference in Montreal.

Multi Purpose Program Room

Join Ms. Hailey for stories, music, and dance! This program is geared for babies and toddlers. We are asking families to refrain from snacking during story time as some participants have food allergies. Please help us keep our group safe by snacking after story time.

Join us the front porch of the library for art and relaxation! The program is designed to cater to a diverse range of ages and artistic abilities, making it a great way for families of all ages to create together. Art projects will be provide so that everyone finds joy in creation, regardless of their level of expertise. This week we will be creating: Acrylic marble Painting All supplies included! Art projects are subject to change due to weather.

Multi Purpose Program Room

The rumors are true—the click-clack of Mahjong tiles is officially coming to Downriver! We will be meeting every two weeks to start, so come get in on the ground floor. Whether you're a seasoned player or a complete beginner who has always wanted to learn, we have a seat at the table for you. 🀄 Style: American & Social Play (All skill levels welcome!) 💵 Cost: Free admission! ✨ What to expect: A relaxed, welcoming social scene in a beautiful historic building. Beginner-friendly tables with helpers to teach you the basics. Good vibes, laughs, and new local friends. A light snack will be provided to keep us fueled while we play! 🎒 What to bring: Yourself! And if you have the current National Mahjong League card 2026, please bring that along too. 📲 Save Your Seat: Space is limited with currently 15 spots open across our tables! Drop a comment below or click the link in our bio to RSVP. A waitlist option will open up automatically once these initial seats fill up! 🙌 Community Note: We want to keep this social thriving! While snacks are covered for our kickoff, we would love volunteers to bring snacks for our future dates. Let us know if you'd like to pitch in down the road! Let’s wash the tiles, Wyandotte! 👋🀄

Multi Purpose Program Room

Join Ms. Hailey for stories, music, dance and more! This program is geared to families with children of multiple ages. We are asking families to refrain from snacking during storytime as some participants have food allergies. Please help us keep our group safe by snacking after storytime.

Multi Purpose Program Room

The practice is a one hour. In each class we will be practicing a variety of self-care practices to help bring our mind and bodies into alignment. Yoga will be in every class and is for all levels. I will offer modifications for beginner and injuries as well as advanced students. The class will be different every week. Somatic practices may include but not be limited to yoga, breathwork, meditation, self-massage, reiki, drumming, sound bowls, chakra work, grounding and dance.

Multi Purpose Program Room

Did you earn Bacon Reading Bucks in our online Summer Reading program? Stop in to redeem your money this week. We have everything from stuffed animals to 3-D printed Dinosaurs!

Join us the front porch of the library for art and relaxation! The program is designed to cater to a diverse range of ages and artistic abilities, making it a great way for families of all ages to create together. Art projects will be provide so that everyone finds joy in creation, regardless of their level of expertise. This week we will be creating: Collages All supplies included! Art projects are subject to change due to weather.

Bacon Room

Makerspace

Did you know Bacon Library has a huge stash of Legos? We will bring them down to our Program Room every first Wednesday of the Month!