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100-K Collection
This collection of picture books is a suggested list for children to know before entering Kindergarten. These time-tested titles are gathered in one place for parents and caregivers to share with their families.
The 100-K collection is dedicated to the memory of Victoria Butler Baldwin, a former Kindergarten teacher. Her friends from the Park Players Birthday Club made this addition to the Youth Room possible. Please stop by and check it out.
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Selected upcoming programs -- part of our exciting lineup! Click here to go to our Event Calendar for a full listing. There's always something happening at the library!
Parenting programs and the Mom's Book Club can now be found on our Parents and Teachers page.
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Tween After-School Specials
Tween Computer Class: Podcasting
Tuesday, May 16 at 4:30p.m.
Grades 3 to 6
*Registration Required
Find out what it takes to create your own audio podcast. You may be on your way to becoming a recording artist, talk show host or D.J. after this class
Wow for Wednesdays!
Very special story times for the whole family. Recommended for children up to age 7.
Book Worms
Wednesday, June 26 at 10:30a.m.
Stories from the dirt and a sweet treat.
Dig Up a Good Tale
Wednesday, July 10 at 10:30a.m.
Performed by Roan Judd.
Flower Fairies
Wednesday, July 24 at 10:30a.m.
Who is hiding under that leaf?
Mr. Potato Head Picnic
Wednesday, August 7 at 10:30a.m.
Bring a bag lunch. We will provide a drink and "potato" treat.
Featured Programs
Baldwin Boosters 2013 Orientation
Youth Summer Reading Volunteers
Tuesday, June 4 from 6:30p.m. to 7:30p.m.
Ages 11-13
*Registration Required
Pizza, pop, friends, and more! Help out at the Library during the summer. Earn those important service hours and have fun at the same time! Space is limited. Call Youth Services at 248-554-4670 for further information.
Skateboarding Tune Up and Tricks: Make-Up Session
Saturday, June 8 at 10:30a.m.
Ages 5 and up
*Registration Required
The professionals from Modern Skate and Surf are back with a live demonstration, more cool tricks, and safety tips for skateboard enthusiasts! Bring your board in for a tune-up!
Summer Reading 2013: Open House - "Dig Into Reading @ the Library"
Thursday, June 13 from 1:00p.m. to 5:00p.m.
Birth through Age 12
Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon with games, crafts, snacks, prizes, and more! Register for Summer Reading and all of our great summer specials at the same time. A special Read-to-Me program is available for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers. Register online at by clicking here or in person. All materials will be available at the library throughout the summer.
Music Discovery presented by Axis Music Academy
Monday, June 17 at 2:00p.m.
Ages 2 to 5 years
*Registration Required
Budding musicians will have a chance to cultivate their musical interests through various hands-on song and dance activities while having FUN the whole time. Taught by the staff from Axis music academy.
Ballon Meister Blow-Out! With Marc Meyer Creative Workshops
Tuesday, June 18
2:00p.m. for ages 11 and up - *Registration Required
3:30p.m. for ages 8 to 10 - *Registration Required
Learn the tricks of the trade at this 90-minute class and leave with balloon creations of your own!
Birmingham Underground: Paul O'Meara, City Engineer
Wednesday, June 19 at 2:00p.m.
Grades 3 to 6 and adults
Join Birmingham City Engineer Paul O'Meara for a fascinating explanation of what happens below the surface in the underground infrastructure of Birmingham.
Mat Emerick of "The Patchwork Pear" presents The Miner Forty-Niner Digs...Then Dances a Gold Strike Jig!
Thursday, June 20 at 11:00a.m.
All ages
One hot diggity of a show with storytelling, juggling, mime, audience participation...and some "jiggity" jawharp music. Prepare to be amazed!
"Journey to the Center of the Earth": A GeoScience Show with Eugene Clark
Tuesday, June 25 at 2:00p.m.
Recommended for School age children
Become an Earth Scientist as you discover the magic of volcanoes, lava, dinosaurs, fossils, earthquakes, and other amazing things that await just below the Earth's surface, illusions, comedy and high energy fun -- and learning cool stuff!
Indiana Jones Workout! Adventure and Fun for All
Thursday, June 27 at 2:00p.m.
Ages 5 and up
*Registration Required
Move those muscles and challenge yourself to train like Indiana Jones as you discover dangers and risks of underground adventure.
Inclusive Summer Family Movies: Journey to the Center of the Earth
Monday, July 1 at 1:30p.m.
Cool off, watch a great movie. Pick up free tickets in the Youth Room.
Dig Up Fun with Dora and Diego
Tuesday, July 2 at 10:30a.m. - *Registration Required
Wednesday, July 3 at 10:30a.m. - *Registration Required
All ages, children under 3 with an adult
Join Dora the Explorer and your favorite nature love, Diego Marquez for stories, crafts, games, and more.
Spelling Sprouts Spelling Bee
Tuesday, July 9 at 2:00p.m.
Grades K-3 or Grades 4-6
*Registration Required
Sign up for our annual Spelling Bee and grow through this fabulous experience with your fellow spellers! You will be planted by age. All skill levels are welcome. Information at the Youth Desk.
Dig Up a Good Tale: Wow for Wednesday Special Performed by Roan Judd
Wednesday, July 10 at 10:30a.m.
All Ages
Nationally recognized storyteller and puppeteer Roan Judd will weave tales inspired by oral traditions, folklore and her own family heritage. Enjoy a joyful and memorable morning at the library.
Art Smart Workshops: Hot-Diggity Dots
Thursday, July 11 at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
All ages, children under 3 with an adult
Enjoy the process and the product with activities that explore various media for all skill levels.
Reading Bugs: Dig Up Some Fun with Ventriloquist Vikki Gasko-Green
Tuesday, July 16 at 2:00p.m.
All Ages
Nationally acclaimed ventriloquist Vikki Gasko-Green has unearthed some hilarious friends living in her backyard. These funny dirt-loving bugs, along with Vikki's old friends, will have you giggling with excitement. Don't miss the fun!
Gnome Home Craft Fun
Wednesday, July 17
1:30 p.m. for Grades K to 3 - *Registration Required
3:00 p.m. for Grades 4 to 6 - *Registration Required
Design and construct an all-natural environment to decorate your yard. Who knows what friendly little folk will enjoy a place to spend some time. All materials provided.
Family Summer Book Club: Gregor the Overlander by Suzanne Collins
Monday, July 22 at 7:00p.m.
Grades 2 and up
*Registration Required
Read this "young hunger" tale by Hunger Games author Suzanne Collins. Join our hero Gregor as he is transported into the cavernous underground world he is destined to become a part of. Dig deep into the story with us through conversation and activities. Stop at the Youth Desk to sign up. Books are a generous gift from the Friends of the Library.
Digging Books and Beats that Rock with Beverly Meyer the Music Lady
Tuesday, July 23 at 10:30a.m.
Recommended for ages 7 and under
Tickets available at the Youth Desk.
An interactive program that blends music activities, books, and fun that will rock you off your feet!
Underground Gaming: Teen Computer Class
Wednesday, July 24 at 2:00p.m.
Grades 3 -6
*Registration Required
Do you dig video games? Then go underground...to the Baldwin Library lower level, that is. Show off your gaming skills and enjoy an afternoon playing your favorite Wii and Xbox titles. Learn about some fun computer games, too.
Art Smart Workshops: Bookworms Undercover
Thursday, July 25 at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
All ages, children under 3 with an adult
Enjoy the process and the product with activities that explore various media for all skill levels.
Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Monday, July 29 at 6:30p.m.
All Ages
*Registration Required
Come in your pajamas and bring your stuffed animal for bedtime stories. Then tuck your animals into bed, kiss them goodnight, and leave them to spend the night at the library. Come back the next day to pick them up and see what fun they had with their sleepover buddies.
Tween Cuisine from Mother Earth
Wednesday, July 31 at 2:00p.m.
Ages 8 and up
*Registration Required
Enjoy the underground bounty from Mother Earth when you create your own tasy afternoon treats. Recipes available to take home. Dig in!
Inclusive Summer Family Movies: Gnomeo and Juliet
Thursday, August 1 at 1:30p.m.
Cool off, watch a great movie. Pick up free tickets in the Youth Room.
Kid Zone @ the Farmer's Market
Sunday, August 4 from 9:00a.m. to 2:00p.m.
The Baldwin Public Library will be your host at the Kids Zone station. Our young summer volunteers, the Baldwin Boosters, will be on hand to help visitors make a fun project. Stop by to say hello and see what's happening at the Library.
PaleoJoe presents Digging Dinosaurs
Monday, August 5 at 2:00p.m.
Recommended for ages 4 and up
*Registration Required
Learn how dinosaur fossils are created and the stories they tell. PaleoJoe, paleontologiest and author of the popular Dinosaur Detective Club series, brings dinosaurs to life with a variety of amazing fossils, and a high-energy program that will make you feel as if you are actually there with the dinosaurs, millions of years ago.
"I Did It Myself!" Chocolate Reading Thank you for Independent Readers
Thursday, August 8 at 2:00p.m. and 3:00p.m.
Ages 6 and 7
Beginning Readers who finish the summer reading club game will be eligible to participate in this very special event. Details at the Youth Desk.
Summer Reading Finale: Buffalo Bill the Magician
Dig Into Reading Magic Show
Monday August 12 at 10:30a.m.
All ages welcome
*Registration Required
Magic, prizes, fun for everyone! Don't miss a special appearance by Gus the Bunny!
First Grade: First Card Library Events
Saturday, August 24 at 10:30a.m.
Saturday, September 7 at 10:30a.m.
First Graders
*Registration Required
Our popular FIrst Grade/First Card program will be available here at the libary as you get ready for the start of school. Our staff will present a special program for students entering First Grade, including the opportunity to get your very own library card! First Graders will also receive a special gift from the Friends of the Library. Get a library card - the best school supply!
Other Programs
Ruff Readers!
Tuesday: May 14, June 11, July 23 from 6:30p.m. to 7:30p.m.
Saturday: May 18, June 15, July 27 from 10:00a.m. to noon
Ages 6 and up
*Registration Required
Read aloud to the best listener on earth: a specially-trained dog from Therapy Dogs International.Sponsored by Pierce Elementary Community Education Council.