We are teaming up with local organizations to create a Youth Community Calendar of Dickinson County (YCC)!
All youth oriented programs will be posted on the calendar as well as on this page.
The calendar is great for viewing a cross-section of Dickinson County youth events from various organizations!
Page by Page Book Club
Tuesday, October 24, 6 PM @ Main
The Page by Page Book Club will meet Tuesday, October 24, 6 PM at the Dickinson County Library—Main Branch in Iron Mountain. The Page by Page book selection is chosen at each month’s meeting for the upcoming month: attend the program to cast your vote! The selection will be advertised on our website, www.dcl-lib.org/pbpbookclub, where you can also find reading guides and past selections.
New members are always welcome!
Preschool Storytimes with Ginnie Adams
Wednesdays, October 25, 10:30 AM @ Solomonson
Tuesdays, October 31, 10 AM @ Main
Join us for Preschool Storytime, Tuesdays, October 17 and 31, 10 AM at the Dickinson County Library—Main Branch in Iron Mountain, and Wednesday, October 25, 10:30 AM at the Solomonson Branch in Norway! Preschool children ages 0-5 are invited to play and explore by participating in stories, songs, and rhymes with our guest storytime presenter, Ginnie Adams, and our new Preschool Specialist, Miss Bridget! Storytime is an environment that promotes imagination, learning, and fun!
Bookcycle: Paperback Pumpkins
Thursday, October 26, 6:30 PM @ Main
Upcycle used books with Bookcycle: Paperback Pumpkins, Thursday, October 26, 6:30 PM at the Dickinson County Library—Main Branch in Iron Mountain. This series of craft recycling programs will challenge you to salvage old books by using their covers and pages to create beautiful literary decorations. This month, we’ll turn paperbacks into pumpkins! Books and craft materials will be available. Please call the Dickinson County Library at 774-1218 to register for this program.
Halloween Carnival
Saturday, October 28, 10 AM-12 PM @ Main
Get spooky at the library during our Halloween Carnival, Saturday, October 28, 10 AM – 12 PM at the Dickinson County Library—Main Branch in Iron Mountain! To celebrate the spookiest of holidays, we’ll have a ghost pumpkin eruption demonstration, get hands-on with spider web and pumpkin games, and make a fun spider web craft! Stop by any time during the program for these fun activities for all ages. Wear your costumes and “boo-gie” on down to the library! Young adults can join us for an anime showing featuring episodes of Soul Eater from 10 AM-12 PM! Soul Eater is rated PG-13. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Dickinson County Library.
Strange History: Hidden Headlines
Saturday, October 28, 1 PM @ Main
Adults are invited to join us or stick around at the library after our Halloween Carnival for Hidden Headlines, Saturday, October 28, 1 PM at the Dickinson County Library—Main Branch in Iron Mountain! If you enjoy odd and outrageous tales from our nation’s history, don’t miss this presentation. This program will feature strange, unusual, and bizarre newspaper stories gathered and presented by Chad Lewis of Unexplained Research. Visit www.unexplainedresearch.com for more information!
This program is sponsored by The Friends of the Dickinson County Library.
International Games Week
International Games Night: Wednesday, November 1, 6-8:30 PM @ Main
International Games Day: Saturday, November 4
9 AM-5 PM @ Main
10 AM-1 PM @ Solomonson
Celebrate International Games Week with the Dickinson County Library! Join us on Wednesday, November 1, 6-8:30 PM at the Main Branch in Iron Mountain, and Saturday, November 4, 9 AM-5 PM at the Main Branch in Iron Mountain and 10 AM-1 PM at the Solomonson Branch in Norway! Enjoy a variety of board games, card games and more as we celebrate all the various ways to play!
To celebrate International Games Week, we will introduce several games newly added to our collection: on Wednesday night, try out 221B Baker Street, a Sherlock Holmes mystery board game, or visit the Main Branch on Saturday to play Blokus, a tile placement game with simple but deep gameplay akin to chess! Players who attend at the Solomonson Branch in Norway can try out the Infinite Board Game, a kit containing the pieces and instructions for an infinite variety of gameplay experiences! Kids, teens, and families of all ages are invited to drop in any time during these programs, and to bring your own games to share.
Lego Club
Thursday, November 2, 3:30 PM @ Solomonson
Tuesday, November 7, 4 PM @ Main
Build yourself up at Lego Club, Thursday, November 2, 3:30 PM at the Dickinson County Library—Solomonson Branch in Norway and Tuesday, November 7, 4 PM at the Dickinson County Library—Main Branch in Iron Mountain! Kids can explore structural design and teamwork while using Legos to build fantastic structures, dreamscapes, and more! Each month will feature a mystery theme that will be revealed at Lego Club. Lego Club is for kids and young adults in grades 3-8.
Knightly Readers
Mondays, November 6 and 13, 10:30 AM @ Solomonson
Join us for Knightly Readers, Mondays, November 6 and 13, 10:30 AM at the Dickinson County Library—Solomonson Branch in Norway! Introduce your child to an environment that promotes imagination, learning, and fun through stories, songs, and rhymes!
All preschool children ages 0-5 are welcome at this storytime!
National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) Write-Ins
Mondays, November 6, 13, 20, and 27, 5-8:30 PM @ Main
Participate in National Novel Writing Month during weekly write-ins at the Dickinson County Library—Main Branch in Iron Mountain! These drop-in sessions on Mondays, November 6, 13, 20, and 27 at 5-8:30 PM are available for everyone to work on November National Novel Writing Month novels, providing a quiet space perfect for scribbling away. On Monday, November 13, our write-in will take place in the computer lab, where we’ll introduce the NaNoWriMo challenge in more detail, with a tutorial of the submission website and helpful tips! Displays of books on writing will be provided, and weekly writing prompts will help keep the writing brain working! For more information on National Novel Writing Month, please visit their website at www.nanowrimo.org.
Baby Lit
Tuesdays, November 7, 14, 21, and 28, 10:30 AM @ Main
Parents with babies are invited to Baby Lit, Tuesdays, November 7, 14, 21, and 28, 10:30 AM at the Dickinson County Library—Main Branch in Iron Mountain! It’s never too early to introduce your child to an environment that promotes imagination, learning, and fun! Read, sing, and play along with your baby (children ages 0-24 months) at these storytimes, and learn about early literacy practices you can engage in at home!
ND Bookcycle
Tuesday, November 7, 4 PM @ North Dickinson
Patrons are invited to upcycle used books with ND Bookcycle, Tuesday, November 7, 4 PM at the Dickinson County Library—North Dickinson Branch in Felch. This craft recycling program will challenge you to salvage old books by using their covers and pages to create beautiful paperback pumpkins! Books and craft materials will be provided.
Please call the North Dickinson Branch in Felch at 542-7230 to register for this program.
Music & Rhyme Wiggle Time
Wednesdays, November 8, 15, 22, and 29, 10:30 AM @ Main
Join us for Music & Rhyme Wiggle Time, Wednesdays, November 8, 15, 22, and 29, 10:30 AM at the Dickinson County Library—Main Branch in Iron Mountain! Introduce your child to an environment that promotes imagination, learning, and fun through stories, songs, and rhymes! These storytimes will engage toddlers (children ages 2-3) in playing and learning to foster a lifelong love of reading.
Novel Bunch Book Club
Wednesday, November 8, 2 PM @ Solomonson
A Novel Bunch Book Club will meet Wednesday, November 8, 2 PM at the Dickinson County Library—Solomonson Branch in Norway. The Novel Bunch book selection is chosen at the meeting each month for the upcoming month: attend the program to cast your vote! The selection will be advertised on our website, www.dcl-lib.org/norwaybookclub, where you can also find reading guides and past selections.
New members are always welcome!
Rising Readers
Thursdays, November 9, 16, and 30, 10:30 AM @ Main
Let’s learn and play together at Rising Readers, Thursdays, November 9, 16, and 30, 10:30 AM at the Dickinson County Library—Main Branch in Iron Mountain! Introduce your child to an environment that promotes imagination, learning, and fun through stories, songs, and rhymes! These storytimes will engage preschoolers (children ages 4-5) in play and learning experiences that will get them excited about reading.
Anime Club
During the Nordic Lunch Bunch Gr. 6-8
Friday, November 10, 11:15 AM @ North Dickinson
Experience fantastic entertainment at Anime Club, Friday, November 10, during the Nordic Lunch Bunch, 11:15-11:30 AM at the Dickinson County Library—North Dickinson Branch in Felch! Young adults in grades 6 and up will meet to watch anime episodes, suggest anime and manga for our collection, and more!
Under the Radar Michigan
Saturday, November 11, 1 PM @ Main
Ever wonder how two regular guys ended up with a popular PBS TV show and book that feature the cool people, places and things that make Michigan a great place to be? Find out how Under the Radar Michigan got started at this presentation, Saturday, November 11, 1 PM at the Dickinson County Library—Main Branch in Iron Mountain! Join Tom Daldin and Jim Edelman of Under the Radar Michigan for an inspirational story of reinvention and discovery. They’ll tell you how and why they make their show, and share great stories from their travels around Michigan. Be sure to bring your questions, your sense of adventure, and your sense of humor, because when Tom and Jim start talking, it’s a wild and crazy ride! If you haven’t seen the Under the Radar Michigan show, look for it on your local PBS station, check out seasons from the library, or go to www.utrmichigan.com. This program provided through a partnership between Under the Radar Michigan and The Library Network.
Relaxing Rainbows
Monday, November 13, 10:30 AM @ Main
Color your stress away with Relaxing Rainbows on Monday, November 13, 10:30 AM at the Dickinson County Library—Main Branch in Iron Mountain. Adults are invited to enjoy an hour of quiet stress relief through the meditative relaxation of coloring. Tap into your inner child and let loose your worries as you color your way to inner peace. Coloring sheets, pens and other materials will be provided.
This program is open to adults only.
Inventions for Everyone
Wednesday, November 15, 11 AM @ Main
Explore coding basics and Makey Makey kits at Inventions for Everyone, Wednesday, November 15, 11 AM at the Dickinson County Library—Main Branch in Iron Mountain! Everyone is invited to learn, explore, and play while school’s out! Children in grades K-12 and parents can explore our demonstration stations with Makey Makey kits which act as musical instruments, game controllers, and more. Young adults will be challenged to set up their own Makey Makey kit configurations to play Scratch games and make their own music!
Makey Makey kits provided by a Dickinson Area Community Foundation Grant.
Bookcycle and Girls Night Out
Thursday, November 16, 5-8 PM @ Main
Stop by the Dickinson County Library to upcycle used books with a Bookcycle craft and enjoy refreshments provided by the Friends of the Library during Girls Night Out, Thursday, November 16, 5 PM-8 PM at the Dickinson County Library—Main Branch in Iron Mountain! Our Bookcycle craft will challenge you to salvage old books to create beautiful literary decorations and gifts. This month, we’ll cut and roll pages to form a decorative wreath! All materials will be provided. Registration is not required during this event. While you’re here, savor some cider and cookies provided by the Friends of the Library, and enter their drawing to win one of two lovely gift baskets!
Nordic Readers
Friday, November 17, 10:30 AM @ North Dickinson
Join us for Nordic Readers, Friday, November 17, 10:30 AM at the Dickinson County Library—North Dickinson Branch in Felch! Introduce your child to an environment that promotes imagination, learning, and fun through stories, songs, and rhymes!
All preschool children ages 0-5 are welcome at this storytime!
Closed for Thanksgiving
All Branches Close at 5 PM, Wednesday, November 22
All Branches Closed Thursday, November 23
The Dickinson County Library and Branches will close at 5 PM on Wednesday, November 22, and will be closed all day Thursday, November 23 for the Thanksgiving holiday. Regular hours will resume Friday, November 24.
Page by Page Book Club
Tuesday, November 28, 6 PM @ Main
The Page by Page Book Club will meet Tuesday, November 28, 6 PM at the Dickinson County Library—Main Branch in Iron Mountain. The Page by Page book selection is chosen at each month’s meeting for the upcoming month: attend the program to cast your vote! The selection will be advertised on our website, www.dcl-lib.org/pbpbookclub, where you can also find reading guides and past selections.
New members are always welcome!
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All youth oriented programs will be posted on the calendar as well as on this page.
The calendar is great for viewing a cross-section of Dickinson County youth events from various organizations!
Page by Page Book Club
Tuesday, October 24, 6 PM @ Main
The Page by Page Book Club will meet Tuesday, October 24, 6 PM at the Dickinson County Library—Main Branch in Iron Mountain. The Page by Page book selection is chosen at each month’s meeting for the upcoming month: attend the program to cast your vote! The selection will be advertised on our website, www.dcl-lib.org/pbpbookclub, where you can also find reading guides and past selections.
New members are always welcome!
Preschool Storytimes with Ginnie Adams
Wednesdays, October 25, 10:30 AM @ Solomonson
Tuesdays, October 31, 10 AM @ Main
Join us for Preschool Storytime, Tuesdays, October 17 and 31, 10 AM at the Dickinson County Library—Main Branch in Iron Mountain, and Wednesday, October 25, 10:30 AM at the Solomonson Branch in Norway! Preschool children ages 0-5 are invited to play and explore by participating in stories, songs, and rhymes with our guest storytime presenter, Ginnie Adams, and our new Preschool Specialist, Miss Bridget! Storytime is an environment that promotes imagination, learning, and fun!
Bookcycle: Paperback Pumpkins
Thursday, October 26, 6:30 PM @ Main
Upcycle used books with Bookcycle: Paperback Pumpkins, Thursday, October 26, 6:30 PM at the Dickinson County Library—Main Branch in Iron Mountain. This series of craft recycling programs will challenge you to salvage old books by using their covers and pages to create beautiful literary decorations. This month, we’ll turn paperbacks into pumpkins! Books and craft materials will be available. Please call the Dickinson County Library at 774-1218 to register for this program.
Halloween Carnival
Saturday, October 28, 10 AM-12 PM @ Main
Get spooky at the library during our Halloween Carnival, Saturday, October 28, 10 AM – 12 PM at the Dickinson County Library—Main Branch in Iron Mountain! To celebrate the spookiest of holidays, we’ll have a ghost pumpkin eruption demonstration, get hands-on with spider web and pumpkin games, and make a fun spider web craft! Stop by any time during the program for these fun activities for all ages. Wear your costumes and “boo-gie” on down to the library! Young adults can join us for an anime showing featuring episodes of Soul Eater from 10 AM-12 PM! Soul Eater is rated PG-13. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Dickinson County Library.
Strange History: Hidden Headlines
Saturday, October 28, 1 PM @ Main
Adults are invited to join us or stick around at the library after our Halloween Carnival for Hidden Headlines, Saturday, October 28, 1 PM at the Dickinson County Library—Main Branch in Iron Mountain! If you enjoy odd and outrageous tales from our nation’s history, don’t miss this presentation. This program will feature strange, unusual, and bizarre newspaper stories gathered and presented by Chad Lewis of Unexplained Research. Visit www.unexplainedresearch.com for more information!
This program is sponsored by The Friends of the Dickinson County Library.
International Games Week
International Games Night: Wednesday, November 1, 6-8:30 PM @ Main
International Games Day: Saturday, November 4
9 AM-5 PM @ Main
10 AM-1 PM @ Solomonson
Celebrate International Games Week with the Dickinson County Library! Join us on Wednesday, November 1, 6-8:30 PM at the Main Branch in Iron Mountain, and Saturday, November 4, 9 AM-5 PM at the Main Branch in Iron Mountain and 10 AM-1 PM at the Solomonson Branch in Norway! Enjoy a variety of board games, card games and more as we celebrate all the various ways to play!
To celebrate International Games Week, we will introduce several games newly added to our collection: on Wednesday night, try out 221B Baker Street, a Sherlock Holmes mystery board game, or visit the Main Branch on Saturday to play Blokus, a tile placement game with simple but deep gameplay akin to chess! Players who attend at the Solomonson Branch in Norway can try out the Infinite Board Game, a kit containing the pieces and instructions for an infinite variety of gameplay experiences! Kids, teens, and families of all ages are invited to drop in any time during these programs, and to bring your own games to share.
Lego Club
Thursday, November 2, 3:30 PM @ Solomonson
Tuesday, November 7, 4 PM @ Main
Build yourself up at Lego Club, Thursday, November 2, 3:30 PM at the Dickinson County Library—Solomonson Branch in Norway and Tuesday, November 7, 4 PM at the Dickinson County Library—Main Branch in Iron Mountain! Kids can explore structural design and teamwork while using Legos to build fantastic structures, dreamscapes, and more! Each month will feature a mystery theme that will be revealed at Lego Club. Lego Club is for kids and young adults in grades 3-8.
Knightly Readers
Mondays, November 6 and 13, 10:30 AM @ Solomonson
Join us for Knightly Readers, Mondays, November 6 and 13, 10:30 AM at the Dickinson County Library—Solomonson Branch in Norway! Introduce your child to an environment that promotes imagination, learning, and fun through stories, songs, and rhymes!
All preschool children ages 0-5 are welcome at this storytime!
National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) Write-Ins
Mondays, November 6, 13, 20, and 27, 5-8:30 PM @ Main
Participate in National Novel Writing Month during weekly write-ins at the Dickinson County Library—Main Branch in Iron Mountain! These drop-in sessions on Mondays, November 6, 13, 20, and 27 at 5-8:30 PM are available for everyone to work on November National Novel Writing Month novels, providing a quiet space perfect for scribbling away. On Monday, November 13, our write-in will take place in the computer lab, where we’ll introduce the NaNoWriMo challenge in more detail, with a tutorial of the submission website and helpful tips! Displays of books on writing will be provided, and weekly writing prompts will help keep the writing brain working! For more information on National Novel Writing Month, please visit their website at www.nanowrimo.org.
Baby Lit
Tuesdays, November 7, 14, 21, and 28, 10:30 AM @ Main
Parents with babies are invited to Baby Lit, Tuesdays, November 7, 14, 21, and 28, 10:30 AM at the Dickinson County Library—Main Branch in Iron Mountain! It’s never too early to introduce your child to an environment that promotes imagination, learning, and fun! Read, sing, and play along with your baby (children ages 0-24 months) at these storytimes, and learn about early literacy practices you can engage in at home!
ND Bookcycle
Tuesday, November 7, 4 PM @ North Dickinson
Patrons are invited to upcycle used books with ND Bookcycle, Tuesday, November 7, 4 PM at the Dickinson County Library—North Dickinson Branch in Felch. This craft recycling program will challenge you to salvage old books by using their covers and pages to create beautiful paperback pumpkins! Books and craft materials will be provided.
Please call the North Dickinson Branch in Felch at 542-7230 to register for this program.
Music & Rhyme Wiggle Time
Wednesdays, November 8, 15, 22, and 29, 10:30 AM @ Main
Join us for Music & Rhyme Wiggle Time, Wednesdays, November 8, 15, 22, and 29, 10:30 AM at the Dickinson County Library—Main Branch in Iron Mountain! Introduce your child to an environment that promotes imagination, learning, and fun through stories, songs, and rhymes! These storytimes will engage toddlers (children ages 2-3) in playing and learning to foster a lifelong love of reading.
Novel Bunch Book Club
Wednesday, November 8, 2 PM @ Solomonson
A Novel Bunch Book Club will meet Wednesday, November 8, 2 PM at the Dickinson County Library—Solomonson Branch in Norway. The Novel Bunch book selection is chosen at the meeting each month for the upcoming month: attend the program to cast your vote! The selection will be advertised on our website, www.dcl-lib.org/norwaybookclub, where you can also find reading guides and past selections.
New members are always welcome!
Rising Readers
Thursdays, November 9, 16, and 30, 10:30 AM @ Main
Let’s learn and play together at Rising Readers, Thursdays, November 9, 16, and 30, 10:30 AM at the Dickinson County Library—Main Branch in Iron Mountain! Introduce your child to an environment that promotes imagination, learning, and fun through stories, songs, and rhymes! These storytimes will engage preschoolers (children ages 4-5) in play and learning experiences that will get them excited about reading.
Anime Club
During the Nordic Lunch Bunch Gr. 6-8
Friday, November 10, 11:15 AM @ North Dickinson
Experience fantastic entertainment at Anime Club, Friday, November 10, during the Nordic Lunch Bunch, 11:15-11:30 AM at the Dickinson County Library—North Dickinson Branch in Felch! Young adults in grades 6 and up will meet to watch anime episodes, suggest anime and manga for our collection, and more!
Under the Radar Michigan
Saturday, November 11, 1 PM @ Main
Ever wonder how two regular guys ended up with a popular PBS TV show and book that feature the cool people, places and things that make Michigan a great place to be? Find out how Under the Radar Michigan got started at this presentation, Saturday, November 11, 1 PM at the Dickinson County Library—Main Branch in Iron Mountain! Join Tom Daldin and Jim Edelman of Under the Radar Michigan for an inspirational story of reinvention and discovery. They’ll tell you how and why they make their show, and share great stories from their travels around Michigan. Be sure to bring your questions, your sense of adventure, and your sense of humor, because when Tom and Jim start talking, it’s a wild and crazy ride! If you haven’t seen the Under the Radar Michigan show, look for it on your local PBS station, check out seasons from the library, or go to www.utrmichigan.com. This program provided through a partnership between Under the Radar Michigan and The Library Network.
Relaxing Rainbows
Monday, November 13, 10:30 AM @ Main
Color your stress away with Relaxing Rainbows on Monday, November 13, 10:30 AM at the Dickinson County Library—Main Branch in Iron Mountain. Adults are invited to enjoy an hour of quiet stress relief through the meditative relaxation of coloring. Tap into your inner child and let loose your worries as you color your way to inner peace. Coloring sheets, pens and other materials will be provided.
This program is open to adults only.
Inventions for Everyone
Wednesday, November 15, 11 AM @ Main
Explore coding basics and Makey Makey kits at Inventions for Everyone, Wednesday, November 15, 11 AM at the Dickinson County Library—Main Branch in Iron Mountain! Everyone is invited to learn, explore, and play while school’s out! Children in grades K-12 and parents can explore our demonstration stations with Makey Makey kits which act as musical instruments, game controllers, and more. Young adults will be challenged to set up their own Makey Makey kit configurations to play Scratch games and make their own music!
Makey Makey kits provided by a Dickinson Area Community Foundation Grant.
Bookcycle and Girls Night Out
Thursday, November 16, 5-8 PM @ Main
Stop by the Dickinson County Library to upcycle used books with a Bookcycle craft and enjoy refreshments provided by the Friends of the Library during Girls Night Out, Thursday, November 16, 5 PM-8 PM at the Dickinson County Library—Main Branch in Iron Mountain! Our Bookcycle craft will challenge you to salvage old books to create beautiful literary decorations and gifts. This month, we’ll cut and roll pages to form a decorative wreath! All materials will be provided. Registration is not required during this event. While you’re here, savor some cider and cookies provided by the Friends of the Library, and enter their drawing to win one of two lovely gift baskets!
Nordic Readers
Friday, November 17, 10:30 AM @ North Dickinson
Join us for Nordic Readers, Friday, November 17, 10:30 AM at the Dickinson County Library—North Dickinson Branch in Felch! Introduce your child to an environment that promotes imagination, learning, and fun through stories, songs, and rhymes!
All preschool children ages 0-5 are welcome at this storytime!
Closed for Thanksgiving
All Branches Close at 5 PM, Wednesday, November 22
All Branches Closed Thursday, November 23
The Dickinson County Library and Branches will close at 5 PM on Wednesday, November 22, and will be closed all day Thursday, November 23 for the Thanksgiving holiday. Regular hours will resume Friday, November 24.
Page by Page Book Club
Tuesday, November 28, 6 PM @ Main
The Page by Page Book Club will meet Tuesday, November 28, 6 PM at the Dickinson County Library—Main Branch in Iron Mountain. The Page by Page book selection is chosen at each month’s meeting for the upcoming month: attend the program to cast your vote! The selection will be advertised on our website, www.dcl-lib.org/pbpbookclub, where you can also find reading guides and past selections.
New members are always welcome!
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