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Stay and Play [C]

10:30am - 11:15am
Children
Educational Play
Location: Berlin Heights Public Library
Room: Hinman Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Educational Play

In this program, we use music along with large- and small-motor movement to engage in a fun atmosphere that encourages care givers and children to foster early learning through play. This program will start with 10 to 15 minutes of songs, rhymes, and structured activities and then parents and care givers are invited to stay and play. Designed for children ages 1-4. 

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this event. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Preschool Story Time [C]

10:30am - 11:00am
Children
Story Times
Location: Milan Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Times

Listen to stories, sing, dance and make a craft. Designed for children ages 2-5.

Summer Reading Program | Color Our World

All Day 6/21 - 8/2
Children, Teens, Adults
Summer Reading Program
Location: Milan-Berlin Library District
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Celebrate this year's Summer Reading Program theme, and take part in special events for children, teens, and adults all season long.

Touch-A-Truck [C][YA][A]

11:00am - 1:00pm
Children, Teens, Adults
Health, Wellness, Public Safety & Community Information, Summer Reading Program
Location: Milan Public Library
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health, Wellness, Public Safety & Community Information, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Kick off Summer Reading Program 2025 at our annual Touch-a-Truck. This all-ages community event will put you in the driver's seat of a wide variety of vehicles and let you take the wheel.

Disclaimer(s)

We often take photographs during library events. Please inform a staff member at the event if you do not want us to publish photos of your child.

Stay and Play [C]

10:30am - 11:15am
Children
Educational Play
Location: Berlin Heights Public Library
Room: Hinman Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Educational Play

In this program, we use music along with large- and small-motor movement to engage in a fun atmosphere that encourages care givers and children to foster early learning through play. This program will start with 10 to 15 minutes of songs, rhymes, and structured activities and then parents and care givers are invited to stay and play. Designed for children ages 1-4. 

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this event. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Teen Artist Challenge: Block Printing by Katsushika Hokusai *RR [YA]

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children, Teens
Fine Arts, Summer Reading Program
Open
Registration
Location: Berlin Heights Public Library
Room: Hinman Community Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Fine Arts, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ready for an awesome art challenge? Each week tweens and teens will explore the history and works of a famous artist from around the world. Then, we will tackle the challenge of making a craft inspired by the artist. For Young Adults ages 11-18.

Registration required by 6/20.

Disclaimer(s)

As spots are limited, if you are unable to attend, please contact the library to cancel your reservation.

Toddler Art Explorers [C]

10:30am - 11:00am
Children
Fine Arts, Summer Reading Program
Location: Milan Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Fine Arts, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Join us for a series of fun and engaging hands-on art explorations with your preschooler. Each week will feature a new art project for you and your child to experience together. This program is designed for children ages 1-4 and their caregivers.

This week's theme is Sensory Art.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this event. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Colorful Creations *RR [C]

4:00pm - 4:30pm
Children
Fine Arts, Summer Reading Program
Open
Registration
Location: Milan Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Fine Arts, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we create a unique piece of art each week. This program is designed for children ages 5-12 (younger children may need a caregiver's help). Registration is Required.

This week we will be making Self-Portrait Collages. 

Disclaimer(s)

As spots are limited, if you are unable to attend, please contact the library to cancel your reservation.

Sidewalk Chalk Walk-About Art Gallery [C][YA][A]

9:30am - 7:30pm
Children, Teens, Adults
Summer Reading Program
Location: Milan-Berlin Library District
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Drop-In anytime at either our Milan or Berlin Heights location and receive sidewalk chalk at the circulation desk to leave art on our sidewalks! This program is available during open hours, while supplies last, for ALL AGES.

Battle of the Books Practice [C][YA]

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children, Teens
Book Clubs & Literary Events
Location: Milan Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Book Clubs & Literary Events
Event Details:

Battle of the Books team members will participate in a practice round for the upcoming competition.

Dragon Eye Art *RR [C]

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children, Teens
Crafting & Planning, Fine Arts, Summer Reading Program
Open
Registration
Location: Milan Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Crafting & Planning, Fine Arts, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a magical journey into the world of dragons! In this hands-on clay art class, young artists will sculpt and design their very own dragon eye using air-dry clay, vibrant paints, and plenty of imagination. For ages 7-14.

Disclaimer(s)

As spots are limited, if you are unable to attend, please contact the library to cancel your reservation.

Preschool Story Time [C]

10:30am - 11:00am
Children
Story Times
Location: Milan Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Times

Listen to stories, sing, dance and make a craft. Designed for children ages 2-5.

Stay and Play [C]

10:30am - 11:15am
Children
Educational Play
Location: Berlin Heights Public Library
Room: Hinman Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Educational Play

In this program, we use music along with large- and small-motor movement to engage in a fun atmosphere that encourages care givers and children to foster early learning through play. This program will start with 10 to 15 minutes of songs, rhymes, and structured activities and then parents and care givers are invited to stay and play. Designed for children ages 1-4. 

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this event. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Teen Artist Challenge: Modernist Painting by Grace Cossington Smith *RR [YA]

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children, Teens
Fine Arts, Summer Reading Program
Open
Registration
Location: Berlin Heights Public Library
Room: Hinman Community Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Fine Arts, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ready for an awesome art challenge? Each week tweens and teens will explore the history and works of a famous artist from around the world. Then, we will tackle the challenge of making a craft inspired by the artist. For Young Adults ages 11-18.

Registration required by 6/27.

Disclaimer(s)

As spots are limited, if you are unable to attend, please contact the library to cancel your reservation.

Toddler Art Explorers [C]

10:30am - 11:00am
Children
Fine Arts, Summer Reading Program
Location: Milan Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Fine Arts, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Join us for a series of fun and engaging hands-on art explorations with your preschooler. Each week will feature a new art project for you and your child to experience together. This program is designed for children ages 1-4 and their caregivers.

This week's theme is Stamp Art.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this event. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Colorful Creations *RR [C]

4:00pm - 4:30pm
Children
Fine Arts, Summer Reading Program
Open
Registration
Location: Milan Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Fine Arts, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we create a unique piece of art each week. This program is designed for children ages 5-12 (younger children may need a caregiver's help). Registration is Required.

This week we will be making Button Tree Art. 

Disclaimer(s)

As spots are limited, if you are unable to attend, please contact the library to cancel your reservation.

For children younger than the recommended ages, caregivers are required to attend and participate alongside the attendee.

Preschool Story Time [C]

10:30am - 11:00am
Children
Story Times
Location: Milan Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Times

Listen to stories, sing, dance and make a craft. Designed for children ages 2-5.

Stay and Play [C]

10:30am - 11:15am
Children
Educational Play
Location: Berlin Heights Public Library
Room: Hinman Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Educational Play

In this program, we use music along with large- and small-motor movement to engage in a fun atmosphere that encourages care givers and children to foster early learning through play. This program will start with 10 to 15 minutes of songs, rhymes, and structured activities and then parents and care givers are invited to stay and play. Designed for children ages 1-4. 

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this event. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Teen Artist Challenge: Self Portrait by Frida Kahlo *RR [YA]

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children, Teens
Fine Arts, Summer Reading Program
Open
Registration
Location: Berlin Heights Public Library
Room: Hinman Community Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Fine Arts, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ready for an awesome art challenge? Each week tweens and teens will explore the history and works of a famous artist from around the world. Then, we will tackle the challenge of making a craft inspired by the artist. For Young Adults ages 11-18.

Registration required by 7/4.

Disclaimer(s)

As spots are limited, if you are unable to attend, please contact the library to cancel your reservation.

Toddler Art Explorers [C]

10:30am - 11:00am
Children
Fine Arts, Summer Reading Program
Location: Milan Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Fine Arts, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Join us for a series of fun and engaging hands-on art explorations with your preschooler. Each week will feature a new art project for you and your child to experience together. This program is designed for children ages 1-4 and their caregivers.

This week's theme is Playdoh.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this event. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Colorful Creations *RR [C]

4:00pm - 4:30pm
Children
Fine Arts, Summer Reading Program
Open
Registration
Location: Milan Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Fine Arts, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we create a unique piece of art each week. This program is designed for children ages 5-12 (younger children may need a caregiver's help). Registration is Required.

This week we will be making Flower Paper and Paint Art. 

Disclaimer(s)

As spots are limited, if you are unable to attend, please contact the library to cancel your reservation.

For children younger than the recommended ages, caregivers are required to attend and participate alongside the attendee.

Battle of the Books Practice [C][YA]

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children, Teens
Book Clubs & Literary Events
Location: Milan Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Book Clubs & Literary Events
Event Details:

Battle of the Books team members will participate in a practice round for the upcoming competition.

Chopped! Art Edition *RR [C][YA]

6:00pm - 6:45pm
Children, Teens
Fine Arts, Summer Reading Program
Open
Registration
Location: Milan Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Fine Arts, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for this fun creative art edition of Chopped! Participants will have supplies to create a piece of art in a timed contest. The artists and their final project will be judged, and someone will be declared the winner!

Disclaimer(s)

As spots are limited, if you are unable to attend, please contact the library to cancel your reservation.

Preschool Story Time [C]

10:30am - 11:00am
Children
Story Times
Location: Milan Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Times

Listen to stories, sing, dance and make a craft. Designed for children ages 2-5.