Week Calendar

Mark your calendars to participate in the third annual Petoskey Open Chess Classic on June 21 for ages 8 and up, including adults. Check out all the details below and get registered now! 

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This is a workshop to assist college bound students in drafting their college essays. Dominic Borowiak from North Central Michigan College will be helping students craft essays that will set them up for success in their application process.

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.

The Straits Area Amateur Radio Club has existed since 1950, serving northern lower Michigan and southeastern upper peninsula. The SAARC is dedicated to providing reliable emergency communications and supporting local community events.

Nurture a love of reading and books and build early literacy skills through stories, songs, and rhymes. For ages 0-5 and their grown-up(s).

Join Miss Lisa for play and discovery in the Children’s Program Room. Little ones 0-5 and their grown-ups can interact with toys and books that support early learning and development.  

Petoskey District Library has announced that the Michigan Department of State (MDOS) will be bringing its mobile office to the library on Wednesday, June 18, from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

BOOK YOUR TIME TO READ! Paws to Read this Summer with our furry friend, LadyAnnaBella. LadyAnnaBella will be here with her owner Sandra and they can't wait to hear stories.

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.

Last year, through a collaboration between the Library and TOPOnexus - Center for Learn Local, we began offering patrons a chance to experience and explore the Petoskey area with a map, travel guide, and compass.

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.

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.

Join us this summer for hands on STEM exploration! We will meet in the Makerspace; the library provides all the supplies, just bring your curiosity! 

June 17th: Paper Circuits

Let us help you set up your bullet journal or planner. All you need to bring is your notebook or planner and your favorite beverage. We will provide all kinds of supplies, resources and videos to give you inspiration.

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*

June 19th: Origami Flowers

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!

The Page Turners Book Club typically meets on the third Tuesday of the month in the Large Meeting Room. Titles are selected quarterly by the participants. Join us for a discussion and refreshments inspired by the story!

Play in your pajamas! Join the library for evening playgroup for ages 0-5. 

North Central Michigan College is graciously allowing use of their toys and educational materials and library staff will host.

Play in your pajamas! Join the library for evening playgroup for ages 0-5. 

North Central Michigan College is graciously allowing use of their toys and educational materials and library staff will host.

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.

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.