Pentwater District Library

06/19/2026

Kids, what's a Sauropod Dinosaur? Come find out on Monday June 22nd as we work together to build a Skeleton by cutting out the bones with a Chomp Saw and assembling it together. We will also be decorating and putting together wooden dinosaur skeletons as we work to get it all cut out. But here is a hint, they have really long necks and tails! We still have room for you to sign up for this fun activity, call 869-8581 to reserve your spot today.

06/18/2026

Looking for a fun way to start out the week each week?

Join us for our weekly Game Day at the Pentwater District Library on Monday! Stop in anytime between 3:00 and 7:00 p.m. to play board games, card games, and more. Bring a friend or make a new one—everyone is welcome!

No registration required. Just drop in and play!

06/18/2026

We only have a couple spaces left for next week's Sewing Class. The Sewing class is for 8-18 year olds and is taking place on Tuesday June 23rd. We will be making a Boxy Pouch to hold your change/earbuds and it clips onto a backpack/purse. If we are full or you are not able to make it next week, do not fret, we have another class coming up on Tuesday, June 30th! Please call 869-8581 anytime to register.

06/18/2026

Yesterday's Adult Art project was a Welcome Summer Sign! Participants used paint and stencils to create colorful wooden signs to hang at home. Our next few Wednesday Nights we will have authors, a movie matinee and Adulting 101 presentation. The Adult Summer Art Program will return on Wednesday, July 22nd with Material Pictures, where we will use small pieces of material and foam board to make a colorful scene. Sign-up will begin July 16th!

06/17/2026

We still have spots available for our Summer Art Program project of tie-dying t-shirts tomorrow, Thursday, June 18th. 1 spot is available for the Children 5-10 years old, and 4 spots are available for the Tween/Teen 11-18 years old group. The Children's program takes place at 10:30am, and the Tween/Teen program meets at 1pm. Call the Library to sign up at (231) 869-8581 and let us know the t-shirt size. If you can't make this week's Art Program, we will be doing tie-dye t-shirts again on July 16th.

06/17/2026

Last week's Storytime was all about dinosaurs! We had a roaring-good time making dinosaur pictures with dinosaur stickers. This week, we're exploring the wind with some fun books and making a pinwheel craft that moves with it. Our Summer Storytime takes place on Fridays at 11 a.m. It includes reading a couple books and a craft, and it's perfect for pre-K children and their parents or guardians. We also have a reading program where you can earn a prize for attending multiple storytimes!

06/16/2026

Meet the Author at our Children's Book Event with Jessica Stefanski next Friday, June 26th from 3-4pm. Discover a heartfelt story that helps children explore emotions, build resilience, and find hope through life's challenges. "The Olive Tree Still Grows" follows Layla. When her parents separate, her heart feels split in two. Beneath her grandmother’s sacred olive tree, Teta’s comforting stories bring her peace and healing. With Rosie and her family by her side, Layla discovers a quiet strength rooted in a legacy of love passed down through generations.
Event Highlights include:
• Discussion about children's emotional growth
• Q&A with the author
• Book signing with books for sale
Perfect for children, parents, caregivers, educators, and anyone interested in supporting children's emotional well-being. Come share an inspiring story and learn how books can help children understand and express their feelings.

06/16/2026

Come join us July 15th at 6:30pm as John Wemlinger discusses Finding Innocence, his newest novel! "Attacked and left for dead, Army Sergeant Rebecca Farnsworth is court-martialed because her superiors don't believe her. Upon her acquittal, her life's trial begins. It will take Rebecca twenty years to prove her innocence and, along the way, change forever the direction of her life." John is a retired Army Colonel, who grew up in Columbus, Ohio, and now lives in Onekama, Michigan. Since 2016, he's written seven novels. He will be available for book signing with books for sale after the talk.

06/15/2026

06/15/2026

Can you figure out what movie we are playing on Wednesday for our Movie Day? An orphaned Iguanodon raised by lemurs joins a trek to a sanctuary after a meteorite shower destroys his home. Check out our Website for the Movie title and join us on Wednesday, June 17th at 10:30am for this fun dinosaur movie!