Upcoming Events

All teen writers are welcome. Writer Jacqueline Burke will share her enthusiasm and skills. Guest authors may also come to share.

TADL Stitchers is open to anyone with an interest in needlework in its many forms--knitting, crochet, cross stitch, needlepoint, quilting, embroidery, tatting, etc.  If you are having trouble with a project, others may be able to help. 

Need a little help with your laptop, tablet, or phone? TADL's knowledgeable staff are available to answer your basic questions during this time and can set you up with resources for more information.

Join us for Wigglers Storytime! Ms. Beth engages our early and pre-readers with movement, music, crafts, and stories, to develop literacy, social skills, and confidence!

Experience stories through music, movement and books with Mr. Matt.

We'll be in the North Conference Room of the Township offices, across the parking lot from the library.

Adults and teens - join us to design and weave your own coaster or bookmark! All materials provided.

Join other homeschool families for this parent-led Big Kid Storytime! We encourage kids 4 and up to attend with their caregivers. Movement, music, stories, art, and more!

Join this fun teen-led D&D campaign in the Community Room. Typically, we’re playing 5e. Everything you need is provided!

Event is free and open to persons 13-19. For more information, please call the library at 231-263-5484.

The Traverse Area District Library's Board of Trustees meeting is a regularly scheduled event and is held monthly on the third Thursday.

Join us quarterly to discuss nonfiction books concerning mental and physical wellness. Facilitators for the discussions will be professional mental health providers courtesy of Head and Heart Therapeutic Services and Open Space Counseling.

Experience stories through music, movement and books with Mr. Matt.

We'll be in the North Conference Room of the Township offices, across the parking lot from the library.

Join us for an introduction to Tai Chi. During the winter months, we'll meet in the McGuire Community Room and when the weather gets nicer, we'll move out to the Library's Front Lawn.

Want to engage your mind, body, and spirit, all at the same time? Want to have a fun time and get a little exercise, too? (Want an excuse to hit things without getting in trouble?)

This workshop is for teens who are already attending the regular Twisted Quills program. We will be working on plotting and develpment of our story. Please bring your laptop and whatever writing you have already completed.

Join this fun teen-led D&D campaign! Everything you need is provided and both experienced and new players are welcome. All players will start at the same level. 

Come explore best picture book award nominees, appreciate their artistry, and hear the books read around during Caldecott Storytimes on January 5, 12, and 19 at 2 PM.

The goal of the Traverse Area Historical Society is to share local history of Traverse City and the Grand Traverse region.

This month's topic is:  To be determined

Families of young children are invited to join us to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day through stories and songs about diversity, being kind to one another, and Dr. King's inspirational words.

Do you read manga? Watch anime? Love cosplay? Revel in fandoms? Join us!

We will watch a few episodes of the chosen anime and will have a craft available to do.

This program is intended for patrons 13-years-old and up.

Join us for Wigglers Storytime! Ms. Beth engages our early and pre-readers with movement, music, crafts, and stories, to develop literacy, social skills, and confidence!

A fun, in-person, hour long exercise class based on the PWR! moves for people with or suspected Parkinson's Disease and their caregivers. The class will be run by a PWR! certified physical therapist.

All teen writers are welcome. Writer Jacqueline Burke will share her enthusiasm and skills. Guest authors may also come to share.

Want to give back in 2025?

Looking for a way to do something for your community?

TADL Stitchers is open to anyone with an interest in needlework in its many forms--knitting, crochet, cross stitch, needlepoint, quilting, embroidery, tatting, etc.  If you are having trouble with a project, others may be able to help.