Qigong/tai chi with irina tarbeeva

Thursday, June 1 at 1:00 PM @ Main Branch
Thursday, July 6 at 1:00 PM @ Main Branch
Thursday, August 3 at 1:00 PM @ Main Branch

Instructor Irina Tarbeeva will lead adults through self-healing and wellness activities using Qigong and Tai Chi exercises. Required registration begins one week before each program; please call 906-774-1218 to register! 
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Intro to tarot reading

Monday, June 12 from 6:00-8:00 PM @ Main Branch

Aimee Doyle will present a program to tweens, teens, and adults on tarot reading for fun and entertainment purposes. She will share her background information on tarot, teach how it is done, and then do some readings for patrons.

Titanic tea party

Tuesday, June 13 from 3:00-4:30 PM @ Main Branch

A traditional 1912 tea similar to the one on the ship will be recreated and enjoyed during a presentation about local families who survived or perished on the Titanic. Attendees will get to keep their teacups as well as a small remembrance token. This program is for teens and adults and required registration begins on Tuesday, June 6; please call the Main Branch at 906-774-1218 to register.
Sponsored by Dr. Dale and Lucy Shampo.

Tree identification workshop

Saturday, June 17 from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM @ Main Branch and City Park in Iron Mountain

Michigan District Forester Joshua Isaac will present a program along with the American Tree Farm System and Dickinson/Menominee Conservation District. This presentation will begin at the Main Branch with a PowerPoint on tree identification and then shift to a hands-on experience to the City Park. Snacks will be available, and attendees must provide their own transportation to the City Park.

Kingsford turns 100

Tuesday, June 20 at 7:00 PM @ Main Branch

Tony Edelbeck will present a PowerPoint program following the history of Kingsford after the Ford Plant closed. Business growth and local families of the area will be part of the presentation as well. A Q&A session will follow, and copies of the new Kingsford Centennial book will be available for purchase and signing.

Kits for a cause: Almost Home animal shelter

Saturday, June 24 at 10:00 AM @ Main Branch

Throughout the month of June, people will be asked to donate items for local area animal shelters. A list will be available for people to know what items are needed. These items will then be organized and prepared into kits and dropped off to the shelter.
Sponsored by Rize.

GROWING TOGETHER

Monday, June 26 at 12:00 PM @ Felch Senior Center

This intergenerational program brings children ages 5-8 and senior citizens together. They will decorate flowerpots, plant flowers, and exchange these creations with one another. Required registration begins on June 19; please call the Main Branch at 906-774-1218 to sign up.

Sponsored by Slagle’s Family Farm and The Zonta Club.

Musical mondays

Mamma Mia (PG-13): Monday, June 26 at 6:00 PM @ Main Branch
Chicago (PG-13): Monday, July 31 at 6:00 PM @ Main Branch
Hello, Dolly! (G): Monday, August 28 at 6:00 PM @ Main Branch

Adults and teens will enjoy popcorn and watch popular musicals.
Sponsored by the Iron Mountain-Kingsford Women's Club and the Friends of the Library.

Write on!

Tuesday, June 27 at 6:00 PM @ Main Branch
Tuesday, July 25 at 6:00 PM @ Main Branch
Tuesday, August 22 at 6:00 PM @ Main Branch

Adults and teens are invited to join this writer’s group that focuses on providing an encouraging and supportive space for all types of writers. This month, materials to create and design Junk Journals, Bullet Journals, or Smashbooks will be provided, and members of the group will enjoy filling these pages with outdoor writing times.
Sponsored by the Iron Mountain-Kingsford Women’s Club. 

Family puzzle challenge

Thursday, July 6 at 6:00 PM @ Main Branch

Families and individuals will work together to complete our 1-hour puzzle challenge. There will be different levels based upon the age of the oldest participant in the group. Upon completion, prizes will be awarded. Open to grades 3-adult.
Sponsored by Drs. Mike and Maria Occhietti. 

Exotic pet rescue- adult program

Monday, July 10 at 7:00 PM @ Main Branch

Focusing on detailed information regarding Jamie Kozloski’s rescue animals, this adult program will include care, conservation, and safety tips. Live animal viewing and opportunities to hold/take photos will be provided.
Sponsored by Dr. Daniel and Christine McMahon.

Iron Mountain cemetery park tour

Saturday, July 15 from 9:30-11:30 AM @ Iron Mountain Cemetery Park on Cedar Avenue

Jayna and Keith Huotari will provide a tour of the Iron Mountain Cemetery featuring the local history of several individuals buried there. Adults and teens are to meet on location for this program.

vietnamese spring rolls with ming louie

Monday, July 17 at 1:00 PM @ Main Branch

Ming will demonstrate to adults and teens how to make sweet and sour chicken, which will then be made and eaten by attendees. Registration is required and begins on Monday, July 10; please call the Main Branch at 906-774-1218 to register!
Sponsored by the Zonta Club.

Sweet & Sour chicken with ming louie

Monday, July 17 at 6:00 PM @ Main Branch

Ming will demonstrate to adults and teens how to make sweet and sour chicken, which will then be made and eaten by attendees. Registration is required and begins on Monday, July 10; please call the Main Branch at 906-774-1218 to register!
Sponsored by the Zonta Club.

Bad art night/third thursday art crawl

Wednesday, July 19 from 6:00-7:30 PM @ Main Branch
Thursday, July 20 from 5:00-8:00 PM @ Downtown Iron Mountain

All ages are invited to join us on Wednesday, June 19 to create bad art masterpieces. The bad art will be displayed at Downtown Iron Mountain’s June Third Thursday Art Crawl located throughout Downtown Iron Mountain. Patrons may pick up their creations Friday, June 21 at the Main Branch.

Kits for a cause: The caring house

Wednesday, July 26 at 6:00 PM @ Main Branch

Throughout the month of July, people will be asked to donate items for The Caring House. A list will be available for people to know what items are needed. These items will then be organized and prepared into kits and dropped off to the shelter. Open to teens and adults.
Sponsored by Rize.

Chalk the block

Saturday, August 5 at 12:00 PM @ Main Branch

Patrons of all ages are invited to come decorate sidewalks with chalk, chalk paint, erupting chalk in water balloons, and spray chalk.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Quilting history 101

Monday, August 7 at 1:00 PM @ Main Branch

Kathy Clawson will present the evolution of quilting through historical events such as the Underground Railroad, hobo rails, and more. She will have examples of vintage equipment to share with attendees as well. Open to teens and adults.
Sponsored by the Zonta Club.

readstock

Tuesday, August 8 from 6:00-8:30 PM @ Main Branch
Wednesday, August 9 from 10:00-11:00 AM @ Solomonson Branch
Thursday, August 10 from 1:00-2:00 PM @ North Dickinson Branch

Celebrate the end of Summer Reading “all together now” with games and crafts for kids of all ages including flower power bingo, paper flower crowns, and ring toss. Adults and teens will take on your local librarians in the Are You Smarter Than the Librarians Trivia Challenge. The game will be set up in rounds and culminate to the challenge against our librarian who was featured on the game show Jeopardy.
Sponsored by the Honorable Judge Tom Slagle. 

Murder mystery

Saturday, August 19 from 3:45-5:45 PM @ Main Branch

Six suspects, one murder, the right detective. Adults must work together to find the clues and solve the murder mystery at the library, which features actors from our local community theater group. Snacks will be provided.
Sponsored by Rize.

906 quilting class

Monday, August 21 from 10:00 AM-3:00 PM
@ 906 Quilting Services-535 S. Stephenson Avenue, Iron Mountain

Kathy Clawson will provide a hands-on quilting class for 10 adults. She will be providing all necessary materials, equipment, and instruction. Required registration begins on August 14; please call the Main Branch at 906-774-1218 to register.
Sponsored by Friends of the Library.

Kits for a cause: nursing homes

Saturday, August 26 at 10:00 AM @ Main Branch

Throughout the month of August, people will be asked to donate items for local area nursing homes. A list will be available for people to know what items are needed. These items will then be organized and prepared into kits and dropped off to various local nursing homes. Open to adults and teens.
Sponsored by Rize.