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Make an Ornament program on Wednesday, December 10, Makerspace, 4:00pm-5:00pm

Make an Ornament

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Makerspace at Petoskey District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Education, Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join Nikki as we create Christmas tree ornaments by filling a clear bulb! You bring the imagination and we'll provide materials. (Program intended for Teens (13 and up) and Adults)

Open
Registration Required
Location: Petoskey District Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Education, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Nikki as we create Christmas tree ornaments by filling a clear bulb! You bring the imagination and we'll provide materials. (Program intended for Teens (13 and up) and Adults)

Chess Tournament program image. Light tan background with dark blue lettering which reads "For Young People Ages 8-18. Chess Tournament. 6:00pm-8:00pm, Carnegie Building (across from the library on upper level). USCF membership required to participate."

Chess Tournament

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Upper Carnegie at Carnegie Building
Program Type:
Community Events, Youth Programs
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Petoskey Chess Club holds its monthly chess tournaments at the Carnegie Building.

Location: Carnegie Building
Room: Upper Carnegie
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Community Events, Youth Programs
Event Details:

Petoskey Chess Club holds its monthly chess tournaments at the Carnegie Building.

Soft gray-blue background. Anime style character in lower right corner. Text reads "Anime Club. For Teens in grades 7-12. Every Friday during the school year. 3:30pm-5:00pm. For fans of anime and manga, featuring activities and snacks."

Anime Club

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Lower Level Classroom at Petoskey District Library
Program Type:
Club
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Calling all tween/teen fans of anime and manga! Anime club is for fans in 7th-12th grades and features activities, snacks, and anime (of course)! 

Location: Petoskey District Library
Room: Lower Level Classroom
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Club
Event Details:

Calling all tween/teen fans of anime and manga! Anime club is for fans in 7th-12th grades and features activities, snacks, and anime (of course)! 

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French Conversation Group

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lower Level Classroom at Petoskey District Library
Program Type:
Education, Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Parlez-vous? Rejoignez-nous! (Do you speak? Join us!) If you’ve been looking for an opportunity to converse in French in a casual and friendly environment, please join us!

Location: Petoskey District Library
Room: Lower Level Classroom
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Education, Entertainment
Event Details:

Parlez-vous? Rejoignez-nous! (Do you speak? Join us!) If you’ve been looking for an opportunity to converse in French in a casual and friendly environment, please join us!

Image for program, dark blue lettering on tan background; text reads "Chess Club, Every Monday, 3:30pm-5:30pm, Lower Level Classroom, For Ages 8-18"

Petoskey Chess Club (Youth)

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Lower Level Classroom at Petoskey District Library
Program Type:
Youth Programs, Club
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Learn to play chess or play against others. Young people ages 8–18 are welcome to drop in. Chess Club is mentored by Robert Bemben, Robin Ray and Adam Masek.

Location: Petoskey District Library
Room: Lower Level Classroom
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Youth Programs, Club
Event Details:

Learn to play chess or play against others. Young people ages 8–18 are welcome to drop in. Chess Club is mentored by Robert Bemben, Robin Ray and Adam Masek.

Thumbnail image with black border and light tan background. Text on the image reads "Learn a topic. Do a project. STEAM. Projects intended for ages 11-18. Tuesday. 4:00pm. Makerspace"

Teen STEAM

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Makerspace at Petoskey District Library
Program Type:
Education
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

If you are a teen and enjoy learning about STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math), then come down to the Makerspace and join us as we learn about different topics.

Location: Petoskey District Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Education
Event Details:

If you are a teen and enjoy learning about STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math), then come down to the Makerspace and join us as we learn about different topics.

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Jane Austen Birthday Bash!

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Lower Level Classroom at Petoskey District Library
Program Type:
Community Events, Entertainment
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults

Jane Austen is turning 250!!! What is an obstinate, headstrong girl to do? Celebrate! (within the boundaries of decorum, of course).

Open
Registration Required
Location: Petoskey District Library
Room: Lower Level Classroom
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Jane Austen is turning 250!!! What is an obstinate, headstrong girl to do? Celebrate! (within the boundaries of decorum, of course).

Winter Book Bundle, Ages 12-18, Registration: December 3-17, Bundle available after Dec. 26. Book "First & Then" by Emma Mills

PDL Teen Winter Book Bundle

All Day
Teen Space at Petoskey District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Education
Age Group:
Teens

Sign up to get a book bundle, complete with YA book, craft kit, and snack! You can sign up on the library website, or call 231-758-3113.

Open
Registration Required
Location: Petoskey District Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Education
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sign up to get a book bundle, complete with YA book, craft kit, and snack! You can sign up on the library website, or call 231-758-3113.

soft orange background. Text reads "Teen Maker Thursday. For ages 11-18. Join us in the Makerspace at 4:00pm for these fun projects!"

Teen Maker Thursday

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Makerspace at Petoskey District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Youth Programs, Education
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Our Teen Makers will meet every third Thursday for a fun maker project! The making will happen at 4:00pm in the Makerspace! *For ages 11-18, please*

Location: Petoskey District Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Youth Programs, Education
Event Details:

Our Teen Makers will meet every third Thursday for a fun maker project! The making will happen at 4:00pm in the Makerspace! *For ages 11-18, please*

Soft gray-blue background. Anime style character in lower right corner. Text reads "Anime Club. For Teens in grades 7-12. Every Friday during the school year. 3:30pm-5:00pm. For fans of anime and manga, featuring activities and snacks."

Anime Club

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Lower Level Classroom at Petoskey District Library
Program Type:
Club
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Calling all tween/teen fans of anime and manga! Anime club is for fans in 7th-12th grades and features activities, snacks, and anime (of course)! 

Location: Petoskey District Library
Room: Lower Level Classroom
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Club
Event Details:

Calling all tween/teen fans of anime and manga! Anime club is for fans in 7th-12th grades and features activities, snacks, and anime (of course)! 

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CANCELED - French Conversation Group

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lower Level Classroom at Petoskey District Library
Program Type:
Education, Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Parlez-vous? Rejoignez-nous! (Do you speak? Join us!) If you’ve been looking for an opportunity to converse in French in a casual and friendly environment, please join us!

Location: Petoskey District Library
Room: Lower Level Classroom
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Education, Entertainment
Event Details:

Parlez-vous? Rejoignez-nous! (Do you speak? Join us!) If you’ve been looking for an opportunity to converse in French in a casual and friendly environment, please join us!

Image for program, dark blue lettering on tan background; text reads "Chess Club, Every Monday, 3:30pm-5:30pm, Lower Level Classroom, For Ages 8-18"

Petoskey Chess Club (Youth)

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Lower Level Classroom at Petoskey District Library
Program Type:
Youth Programs, Club
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Learn to play chess or play against others. Young people ages 8–18 are welcome to drop in. Chess Club is mentored by Robert Bemben, Robin Ray and Adam Masek.

Location: Petoskey District Library
Room: Lower Level Classroom
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Youth Programs, Club
Event Details:

Learn to play chess or play against others. Young people ages 8–18 are welcome to drop in. Chess Club is mentored by Robert Bemben, Robin Ray and Adam Masek.

Christmas Holiday

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Petoskey District Library, Carnegie Building, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Petoskey District Library, Carnegie Building, Off Site
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CANCELED - French Conversation Group

Friday, December 26, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lower Level Classroom at Petoskey District Library
Program Type:
Education, Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Parlez-vous? Rejoignez-nous! (Do you speak? Join us!) If you’ve been looking for an opportunity to converse in French in a casual and friendly environment, please join us!

Location: Petoskey District Library
Room: Lower Level Classroom
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Education, Entertainment
Event Details:

Parlez-vous? Rejoignez-nous! (Do you speak? Join us!) If you’ve been looking for an opportunity to converse in French in a casual and friendly environment, please join us!

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Spanish Conversation Group

Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Lower Level Classroom at Petoskey District Library
Program Type:
Education
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Hola! If you’ve been looking for an opportunity to converse in Spanish in a casual and friendly environment, please join us!

Location: Petoskey District Library
Room: Lower Level Classroom
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Education
Event Details:

Hola! If you’ve been looking for an opportunity to converse in Spanish in a casual and friendly environment, please join us!

Image for program, dark blue lettering on tan background; text reads "Chess Club, Every Monday, 3:30pm-5:30pm, Lower Level Classroom, For Ages 8-18"

Petoskey Chess Club (Youth)

Monday, December 29, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Lower Level Classroom at Petoskey District Library
Program Type:
Youth Programs, Club
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Learn to play chess or play against others. Young people ages 8–18 are welcome to drop in. Chess Club is mentored by Robert Bemben, Robin Ray and Adam Masek.

Location: Petoskey District Library
Room: Lower Level Classroom
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Youth Programs, Club
Event Details:

Learn to play chess or play against others. Young people ages 8–18 are welcome to drop in. Chess Club is mentored by Robert Bemben, Robin Ray and Adam Masek.

New Year's Eve

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 10:00am - 6:00pm
Petoskey District Library

The library will be closed during the day on December 31, but join us from 6:00pm to 9:00pm for our New Year's Eve celebration!

Closing
Branches:
Petoskey District Library
Description:

The library will be closed during the day on December 31, but join us from 6:00pm to 9:00pm for our New Year's Eve celebration!

New Year's Day

All Day
Petoskey District Library
Closing
Branches:
Petoskey District Library
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CANCELED - French Conversation Group

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lower Level Classroom at Petoskey District Library
Program Type:
Education, Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Parlez-vous? Rejoignez-nous! (Do you speak? Join us!) If you’ve been looking for an opportunity to converse in French in a casual and friendly environment, please join us!

Location: Petoskey District Library
Room: Lower Level Classroom
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Education, Entertainment
Event Details:

Parlez-vous? Rejoignez-nous! (Do you speak? Join us!) If you’ve been looking for an opportunity to converse in French in a casual and friendly environment, please join us!

Image for program, dark blue lettering on tan background; text reads "Chess Club, Every Monday, 3:30pm-5:30pm, Lower Level Classroom, For Ages 8-18"

Petoskey Chess Club (Youth)

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Lower Level Classroom at Petoskey District Library
Program Type:
Youth Programs, Club
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Learn to play chess or play against others. Young people ages 8–18 are welcome to drop in. Chess Club is mentored by Robert Bemben, Robin Ray and Adam Masek.

Location: Petoskey District Library
Room: Lower Level Classroom
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Youth Programs, Club
Event Details:

Learn to play chess or play against others. Young people ages 8–18 are welcome to drop in. Chess Club is mentored by Robert Bemben, Robin Ray and Adam Masek.

Teen Taste Challenge: Pringles Edition

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Teen Space at Petoskey District Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Snacks these days have SO MANY FLAVORS! So which is the best???

Location: Petoskey District Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Snacks these days have SO MANY FLAVORS! So which is the best???

Sourdough Making with The Kneady Baker

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Upper Carnegie at Carnegie Building
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Discover the magic of sourdough in this free hands-on, fun, and interactive four-session program with Shannon Villarreal, The Kneady Baker!

Waitlist
Registration Required
Location: Carnegie Building
Room: Upper Carnegie
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover the magic of sourdough in this free hands-on, fun, and interactive four-session program with Shannon Villarreal, The Kneady Baker!

Soft gray-blue background. Anime style character in lower right corner. Text reads "Anime Club. For Teens in grades 7-12. Every Friday during the school year. 3:30pm-5:00pm. For fans of anime and manga, featuring activities and snacks."

Anime Club

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Lower Level Classroom at Petoskey District Library
Program Type:
Club
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Calling all tween/teen fans of anime and manga! Anime club is for fans in 7th-12th grades and features activities, snacks, and anime (of course)! 

Location: Petoskey District Library
Room: Lower Level Classroom
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Club
Event Details:

Calling all tween/teen fans of anime and manga! Anime club is for fans in 7th-12th grades and features activities, snacks, and anime (of course)! 

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French Conversation Group

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lower Level Classroom at Petoskey District Library
Program Type:
Education, Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Parlez-vous? Rejoignez-nous! (Do you speak? Join us!) If you’ve been looking for an opportunity to converse in French in a casual and friendly environment, please join us!

Location: Petoskey District Library
Room: Lower Level Classroom
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Education, Entertainment
Event Details:

Parlez-vous? Rejoignez-nous! (Do you speak? Join us!) If you’ve been looking for an opportunity to converse in French in a casual and friendly environment, please join us!