Our vibrant Youth Services department is always buzzing with the hum of readers greeting the fish and skimming the shelves, exploring our play area, craft kits, and events. Check in on our fish anytime with FishCam!
For more book lists (Baby to Grades 3-5) in keeping with our summer adventure theme, please visit tadl.org/summerreading!
Youth Events
Storywalk @ TADL Main - Sprout Takes a Walk
Storywalk @ TADL Main - Sprout Takes a Walk
Take a walk around the library and read a book with your family. This is a great way to get outside, be active, and get some reading in.
Sing & Stomp
Experience stories through music, movement and books with Mr. Matt, on the lawn outside the library.
(If it's raining, we will be in the North Conference Room of the Township offices, across the parking lot.)
Free Feeding America Sack Lunches - Kids & Teens
Our friends at Feeding America West Michigan are providing free sack lunches for any child or teen in need this summer - starting with Summer Reading Club! We will be handing out lunches in the lobby each weekday from 11 am to 12:30 pm.
Free Community Lunches
Gather 2 Grow is Feeding America West Michigan’s summer lunch program serving youth at local libraries across Grand Traverse County and beyond!
Free Community Lunches
Gather 2 Grow is Feeding America West Michigan’s summer lunch program serving youth at local libraries across Grand Traverse County and beyond!
Fairy Door Workshop (FLPL)
Naturally Fun: Farmers Market Kids Program
Meet your favorite librarians outside at Brownson Memorial Park for a program in partnership with the Kingsley Farmers Market, Naturally Fun! This drop-in activity will include crafts and more. Parents are encouraged to stay and assist.
Painting with Pam (FLPL)
Join Miss Michele on the front lawn for Adventure Stories storytime. This is a family storytime (up to age 6). Feel free to bring a blanket to get comfy.
Free Feeding America Sack Lunches - Kids & Teens
Our friends at Feeding America West Michigan are providing free sack lunches for any child or teen in need this summer - starting with Summer Reading Club! We will be handing out lunches in the lobby each weekday from 11 am to 12:30 pm.