Events
Teen Art Series
In ProgressGet ready to be creative with a different craft each session! All supplies provided.
June 10: Faux Stained Glass Picture Frames June 24: Paint & CanvasJuly 8: Shadow DrawingsJuly 22: Pouch DecoratingAugust 5: Chaotic CollagesAugust…Join us on the second Tuesday of every month at One North Kitchen East Lansing for drinks and a lively book discussion! Please Register to attend.
Jan 14 - Exit WestFeb 11 - Real AmericansMar 11 - The Frozen RiverApr 8 - The…Enjoy special games and toys available in the Children's Area! Meet new families, plan a play date, or just enjoy some playtime together.
Open to children 10 and under. Adult caretakers must be present to attend.
Curious about the ELPL Maker Studio and its 3D Printers, Laser Cutter, Cricut, and other resources? Have creative ideas but not sure how to bring them to life? Want to learn the basics of 2D and 3D Design software? …
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Join us for a visit from Bubbleman Ron, expert Bubbleologist, as he creates wonders! Bubbles inside each other, bubble cubes, and more! No registration required.
Enjoy special games and toys available in the Children's Area! Meet new families, plan a play date, or just enjoy some playtime together.
Open to children 10 and under. Adult caretakers must be present to attend.
Chill in the teen room! Bring a craft project you’re working on. We’ll also have games, a movie, other activities, and snacks.
LEGO Thursday is a family-friendly event for builders of all ages (ages 3+ due to small parts) and experience levels. Attendees have the option to "free build" their own creations or may choose to build along with the week's…
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What happens when a place is so beautiful that everyone wants to go there—and then they stay?
Tim Mulherin's book explores a phenomenon occurring around Michigan’s Great Lakes and other high-demand scenic locations across the country:…
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Celebrate art with a live drawing demonstration from comics artist and author Mark Crilley! Learn new techniques and get some tips from a pro. We will have paper and pencils for any kids that want to draw. For kids of all ages that…
Join the Teen Leadership Council to have your voice heard! Assist and plan teen programming, gain experience that looks great on a resume, and earn volunteer hours for community service.
The MSU Writing Center will be hosting a Community Writing Center (CWC) every Monday at the Library. Drop by for free help with any writing project, big or small! The CWC's writing consultants are trained to assist…
Our furry friends and their handlers from Buddy's PALS are stopping by the library! Kids ages 6 to 14 can sign up to read for 15 minutes to a certified educational comfort dog. Grownups are welcome to come along but do not have to…
Enjoy special games and toys available in the Children's Area! Meet new families, plan a play date, or just enjoy some playtime together.
Open to children 10 and under. Adult caretakers must be present to attend.
Join us for Summer Storytime! We’ll share dances, games, rhymes, songs, and stories for children ages 0-5 and their grownups – and grownups are encouraged to join in the fun.
Early childhood games, stories, and songs help kids gain…
Join a fun group of crafters to work on your current fiber arts project! Come make friends and share your work. Open to the public.
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Interested in 3D Design but not sure where to start? In this introductory workshop, East Lansing Public Library's own STEAM Educator, Dr. B., will teach participants the basics of using TinkerCAD, a free web-based design…
Enjoy special games and toys available in the Children's Area! Meet new families, plan a play date, or just enjoy some playtime together.
Open to children 10 and under. Adult caretakers must be present to attend.