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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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Mah Jongg

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Lower Level Classroom at Petoskey District Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Adults

Looking to join in on the popular game of Mah Jongg? EVERY TUESDAY from 1:00-3:00pm, we have the Lower Level Classroom set up for Mah Jongg games for players to drop in and join a game.

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

Looking to join in on the popular game of Mah Jongg? EVERY TUESDAY from 1:00-3:00pm, we have the Lower Level Classroom set up for Mah Jongg games for players to drop in and join a game.

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!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

New Year's Eve Celebration!

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Petoskey District Library
Program Type:
Community Events
Age Group:
All Ages

Celebrate New Year’s Eve with Petoskey District Library and Crooked Tree Arts Center on Wednesday, December 31, for this annual community event!

Location: Petoskey District Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Events
Event Details:

Celebrate New Year’s Eve with Petoskey District Library and Crooked Tree Arts Center on Wednesday, December 31, for this annual community event!

New Year's Day

All Day
Petoskey District Library
Closing
Branches:
Petoskey District Library
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

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!

Cancelled
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!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult Chess Club

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Lower Level Classroom at Petoskey District Library
Program Type:
Club, Entertainment
Age Group:
Adults

Join other chess enthusiasts for our new Adult Chess Club. No membership needed -- just drop in and play! The Library will provide a few chess sets, but feel free to bring your own set, if you'd like.

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

Join other chess enthusiasts for our new Adult Chess Club. No membership needed -- just drop in and play! The Library will provide a few chess sets, but feel free to bring your own set, if you'd like.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Mah Jongg

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Lower Level Classroom at Petoskey District Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Adults

Looking to join in on the popular game of Mah Jongg? EVERY TUESDAY from 1:00-3:00pm, we have the Lower Level Classroom set up for Mah Jongg games for players to drop in and join a game.

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

Looking to join in on the popular game of Mah Jongg? EVERY TUESDAY from 1:00-3:00pm, we have the Lower Level Classroom set up for Mah Jongg games for players to drop in and join a game.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

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???

This event is in the "Adults" group

A Third Place

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Upper Carnegie at Carnegie Building
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Adults

People ages 20-40 are invited to "A Third Place" on the first and third Tuesdays of the month in the upper level of the Carnegie Building from 6:30pm to 8:00pm.

Location: Carnegie Building
Room: Upper Carnegie
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

People ages 20-40 are invited to "A Third Place" on the first and third Tuesdays of the month in the upper level of the Carnegie Building from 6:30pm to 8:00pm.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Knitting Group

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Second Floor Large Meeting Room at Petoskey District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Stop in and join our wonderful group of knitters and crocheters every Wednesday, from 1:00-3:00pm in the Library’s Large Meeting Room. This is for any age and level of expertise, though it’s best to have some basic skills.

Location: Petoskey District Library
Room: Second Floor Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop in and join our wonderful group of knitters and crocheters every Wednesday, from 1:00-3:00pm in the Library’s Large Meeting Room. This is for any age and level of expertise, though it’s best to have some basic skills.

This event is in the "Tweens" group

Wow on Wednesday

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Tween Space at Petoskey District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Youth Programs
Age Group:
Tweens

Featuring a new craft, taste-test, or simple challenge each week. It’s a fun, screen-free time! Dropping in during the hour is okay.

Location: Petoskey District Library
Room: Tween Space
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Youth Programs
Event Details:

Featuring a new craft, taste-test, or simple challenge each week. It’s a fun, screen-free time! Dropping in during the hour is okay.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Petoskey Film Series

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Upper Carnegie at Carnegie Building
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Adults

Join us every Wednesday, starting at 7:00pm, in the upper level of the Carnegie Building for the Petoskey Film Series, the Library's weekly FREE movie showing that caters to an adult audience.

Location: Carnegie Building
Room: Upper Carnegie
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Join us every Wednesday, starting at 7:00pm, in the upper level of the Carnegie Building for the Petoskey Film Series, the Library's weekly FREE movie showing that caters to an adult audience.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Community Weaving

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 7:00pm
Lobby at Petoskey District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Events
Age Group:
All Ages

Use your heart and your hands for a community weaving project this January. Jasmine Petrie from Howl at the Loom will warp a loom and will provide weft materials.

Location: Petoskey District Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Events
Event Details:

Use your heart and your hands for a community weaving project this January. Jasmine Petrie from Howl at the Loom will warp a loom and will provide weft materials.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Lake Street Ensemble

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Upper Carnegie at Carnegie Building
Program Type:
Club, Entertainment
Age Group:
Adults

String players of all abilities are welcome to join our small orchestra. The Lake Street Ensemble meets weekly at the Carnegie Building (upper level). Those attending play a variety of music and just have fun.

Location: Carnegie Building
Room: Upper Carnegie
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Club, Entertainment
Event Details:

String players of all abilities are welcome to join our small orchestra. The Lake Street Ensemble meets weekly at the Carnegie Building (upper level). Those attending play a variety of music and just have fun.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Petoskey Ukulele Players

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Lower Level Classroom at Petoskey District Library
Program Type:
Club, Entertainment
Age Group:
Adults

Join the PUPs (Petoskey Ukulele Players), a group of amateur, self-taught musicians every Thursday afternoon from 12:30pm to 3:00pm in the Lower Level Classroom. The program is open to new members of all ages and skill levels.

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

Join the PUPs (Petoskey Ukulele Players), a group of amateur, self-taught musicians every Thursday afternoon from 12:30pm to 3:00pm in the Lower Level Classroom. The program is open to new members of all ages and skill levels.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Creative Greeting Card Making

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:45pm
Lower Level Classroom at Petoskey District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Have you always wanted to make your own greeting cards using techniques like rubber stamping and paper crafting? Join Chris Smith for a fun, energetic card making class!

Open
Registration Required
Location: Petoskey District Library
Room: Lower Level Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have you always wanted to make your own greeting cards using techniques like rubber stamping and paper crafting? Join Chris Smith for a fun, energetic card making class!

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

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!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Community Weaving

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 6:00pm
Lobby at Petoskey District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Events
Age Group:
All Ages

Use your heart and your hands for a community weaving project this January. Jasmine Petrie from Howl at the Loom will warp a loom and will provide weft materials.

Location: Petoskey District Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Events
Event Details:

Use your heart and your hands for a community weaving project this January. Jasmine Petrie from Howl at the Loom will warp a loom and will provide weft materials.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

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)! 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

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!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Community Weaving

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
Lobby at Petoskey District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Events
Age Group:
All Ages

Use your heart and your hands for a community weaving project this January. Jasmine Petrie from Howl at the Loom will warp a loom and will provide weft materials.

Location: Petoskey District Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Events
Event Details:

Use your heart and your hands for a community weaving project this January. Jasmine Petrie from Howl at the Loom will warp a loom and will provide weft materials.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Little Waves

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Department at Petoskey District Library
Program Type:
Youth Programs, Entertainment
Age Group:
Kids

A Musical Journey for Young Minds!

Location: Petoskey District Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Youth Programs, Entertainment
Event Details:

A Musical Journey for Young Minds!