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Grand Rapids Public Library · Club · Kids
Is your child interested in tabletop roleplaying games but still a bit young for Dungeons & Dragons? Library staff will lead kids (and their grown-ups, too if they want!) in some fun, easy-to-learn games. No experience or supplies necessary! For ages 8–11. Adventurer Club: Role-P
Schedule: Tuesday 4:30pm–6pm, 2026-11-10
Season: Nov 10, 2026
Yankee Clipper Branch
Grand Rapids Public Library · Club · Kids
4th through 6th graders are invited to this after school event! We will read the same book, chat about it together, and swap recommendations for other books we love. Snacks are provided. For kids 9–12. September 1: Rapunzel's Revenge by Shannon Hale October 6: Weirdo by Tony Weav
Schedule: Tuesday 4pm–5pm (recurring), 2026-11-03
Season: Nov 3, 2026
Seymour Branch
Grand Rapids Public Library · Class · Kids
Bring your baby and bounce along to fun stories, songs, and rhymes. Baby & Me is a 15-minute storytime followed by a relaxed playtime where you and baby will meet new friends. For ages 0–18 months. Baby & Me | Van Belkum Branch Fridays, September 18, 25, October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30,
Schedule: Friday 10:30am–11:30am (recurring), 2026-11-06
Season: Nov 6, 2026
Van Belkum Branch
Grand Rapids Public Library · Class · Adults
Join us for a hands-on beadwork workshop led by Bead & Powwow Supply, a small Indigenous-owned business dedicated to uplifting Indigenous arts, crafts, and fashion. Founded in 2011 by artist A. Ellie Mitchell (Saginaw Ojibwe, Eagle Clan), Bead & Powwow Supply brings cultural know
Schedule: Monday 6pm–7pm, 2026-11-16
Season: Nov 16, 2026
Main Library
Grand Rapids Public Library · Class · Kids
Join us for a hands-on beadwork workshop led by Bead & Powwow Supply, a small Indigenous-owned business dedicated to uplifting Indigenous arts, crafts, and fashion. Founded in 2011 by artist A. Ellie Mitchell (Saginaw Ojibwe, Eagle Clan), Bead & Powwow Supply brings cultural know
Schedule: Tuesday 6pm–7pm, 2026-11-10
Season: Nov 10, 2026
Main Library
Grand Rapids Public Library · Class · Kids
Join us for a bilingual storytime filled with fun stories, movement, and music activities. The 30-minute English and Spanish storytime is followed by a hands-on activity and playtime. For families with children ages 0–5 years. Bilingual Family Time | West Side Branch Wednesdays,
Schedule: Wednesday 1pm–2pm (recurring), 2026-11-11
Season: Nov 11, 2026
West Side Branch
Grand Rapids Public Library · Class · Adults
Each week, join others who are practicing English through conversations centered around topics like music, food, sports, travel, and more! These casual and fun events are designed for adult English language learners. Conversation Circle | English Wednesdays, September 9, 16, 23,
Schedule: Wednesday 7pm–8pm (recurring), 2026-11-04
Season: Nov 4, 2026
Main Library
Grand Rapids Public Library · Class · Adults
Each month, join others who are practicing Spanish through conversations centered around topics like music, food, sports, travel, and more! These casual and fun events are designed for adult Spanish language learners. Conversation Circle | Spanish Saturdays, September 5, October
Schedule: Saturday 2pm–3pm (recurring), 2026-12-12
Season: Dec 12, 2026
Main Library
Grand Rapids Public Library · Class · Adults
Join us for an afternoon of coffee, cookies, and crafts. Bring your own project or make a craft with the supplies provided by the library. Meet new friends and chat with neighbors while you get creative. For adults. Crafternoons | Madison Square Branch Thursdays, September 3, Oct
Schedule: Thursday 1pm–2pm (recurring), 2026-11-05
Season: Nov 5, 2026
Madison Square Branch
Grand Rapids Public Library · Class · Adults
Join us for an afternoon of coffee, cookies, and crafts. Bring your own project or make a craft with the supplies provided by the library. Meet new friends and chat with neighbors while you get creative. For adults. Crafternoons | Yankee Clipper Branch Thursdays, September 17, Oc
Schedule: Thursday 1pm–2pm (recurring), 2026-11-19
Season: Nov 19, 2026
Yankee Clipper Branch
Grand Rapids Public Library · Class · Kids
Dinovember is a fun-filled month dedicated to dinosaurs. Enjoy dinosaur-themed stories, songs, and crafts. For ages 0–11 years. Dinovember Dance Party & Storytime | Main Library Saturday, November 21, 2026, 10:30 – 11:30 am Main Library – 111 Library St NE Dinoviembre es un mes l
Schedule: Saturday 10:30am–11:30am, 2026-11-21
Season: Nov 21, 2026
Main Library
Grand Rapids Public Library · Class · Kids
Dinovember is a fun-filled month dedicated to dinosaurs. Enjoy dinosaur-themed stories, songs, and crafts. For ages 0–11 years. Dinovember Dance Party & Storytime | Ottawa Hills Branch Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 6:30 – 7:30 pm Ottawa Hills Branch – 1150 Giddings Ave SE ¡Fiesta
Schedule: Wednesday 6:30pm–7:30pm, 2026-11-04
Season: Nov 4, 2026
Ottawa Hills Branch
Grand Rapids Public Library · Class · Kids
Dinovember is a fun-filled month dedicated to dinosaurs. Enjoy dinosaur-themed stories, songs, and crafts. For ages 0–11 years. Dinovember Dance Party & Storytim e | Seymour Branch Monday, November 9, 2026, 6:30 – 7:30 pm Seymour Branch – 2350 Eastern Ave SE Dinoviembre es un mes
Schedule: Monday 6:30pm–7:30pm, 2026-11-09
Season: Nov 9, 2026
Seymour Branch
Grand Rapids Public Library · Class · Kids
Dinovember is a fun-filled month dedicated to dinosaurs. Enjoy dinosaur-themed stories, songs, and crafts. For ages 0–11 years. Dinovember Dance Party & Storytime | Van Belkum Branch Saturday, November 14, 2026, 10:30 – 11:30 am Van Belkum Branch – 1563 Plainfield Ave NE Dinoviem
Schedule: Saturday 10:30am–11:30am, 2026-11-14
Season: Nov 14, 2026
Van Belkum Branch
Grand Rapids Public Library · Class · Kids
Dinovember is a fun-filled month dedicated to dinosaurs. Enjoy dinosaur-themed stories, songs, and crafts. For ages 0–11 years. Dinovember Dance Party & Storytime | West Leonard Branch Monday, November 23, 2026, 6:30 – 7:30 pm West Leonard Branch – 1017 Leonard St NW Dinoviembre
Schedule: Monday 6:30pm–7:30pm, 2026-11-23
Season: Nov 23, 2026
West Leonard Branch
Grand Rapids Public Library · Class · Kids
Dinovember is a fun-filled month dedicated to dinosaurs. Enjoy dinosaur-themed stories, songs, and crafts. For ages 0–11 years. Dinovember Dance Party & Storytime | Yankee Clipper Branch Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 6:30 – 7:30 pm Yankee Clipper Branch – 2025 Leonard St NE Dinovie
Schedule: Tuesday 6:30pm–7:30pm, 2026-11-17
Season: Nov 17, 2026
Yankee Clipper Branch
Grand Rapids Public Library · Class · Kids
Want to try Dungeons & Dragons but don't know where to start? Already love D&D but don't have a party? Come to the library for monthly drop-in sessions, open to players of all skill levels. You don't need to commit to multiple sessions. And like any good D&D session, we will have
Schedule: Thursday 4pm–7pm (recurring), 2026-11-12
Season: Nov 12, 2026
Main Library
Grand Rapids Public Library · Class · Kids
These storytimes feature great books, songs, fingerplays, and hands-on fun. Classes end with an art activity and playtime designed to help your child's brain grow. For ages 0–5 years. Family Storytime | Main Library Mondays, September 14, 21, 28, October 5, 12, 19, 26, November 2
Schedule: Monday 10:30am–11:30am (recurring), 2026-11-30
Season: Nov 30, 2026
Main Library
Grand Rapids Public Library · Class · Kids
These storytimes feature great books, songs, fingerplays, and hands-on fun. Classes end with an art activity and playtime designed to help your child's brain grow. For ages 0–5 years. Family Storytime | Seymour Branch Wednesdays, September 16, 23, 30, October 7, 14, 21, 28, Novem
Schedule: Wednesday 10:30am–11:30am (recurring), 2026-11-11
Season: Nov 11, 2026
Seymour Branch
Grand Rapids Public Library · Class · Kids
These storytimes feature great books, songs, fingerplays, and hands-on fun. Classes end with an art activity and playtime designed to help your child's brain grow. For ages 0–5 years. Family Storytime | Yankee Clipper Branch Thursdays, September 17, 24, October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29,
Schedule: Thursday 10:30am–11:30am (recurring), 2026-11-12
Season: Nov 12, 2026
Yankee Clipper Branch
Grand Rapids Public Library · Class · Kids
Join the Grand Rapids History Center for an after-hours program designed for genealogists. Learn how to use library resources to explore your family history and take advantage of free copying and printing during the event. Volunteers from the Western Michigan Genealogical Society
Schedule: Friday 6pm–10pm, 2026-11-20
Season: Nov 20, 2026
Main Library
Grand Rapids Public Library · Class · Kids
The Western Michigan Genealogical Society hosts programs and classes on genealogy topics. The Western Michigan Genealogical Society encourages and assists the community in genealogical research and promotes the exchange of knowledge. Their monthly program includes a brief meeting
Schedule: Saturday 1:30pm–3:30pm (recurring), 2026-12-05
Season: Dec 5, 2026
Main Library
Grand Rapids Public Library · Class · All ages
Celebrate the new year at the library (without staying up late)! Enjoy crafts, snacks, and a dance party when the clock strikes noon. Fancy dress or pajamas are encouraged but not required. For ages 0–11. Happy Noon Year! | Main Library Thursday, December 31, 2026, 11:00 am – 12:
Schedule: Thursday 11am–12pm, 2026-12-31
Season: Dec 31, 2026
Main Library
Grand Rapids Public Library · Class · All ages
Celebrate the new year at the library (without staying up late)! Enjoy crafts, snacks, and a dance party when the clock strikes noon. Fancy dress or pajamas are encouraged but not required. For ages 0–11. Happy Noon Year! | Ottawa Hills Branch Thursday, December 31, 2026, 11:00 a
Schedule: Thursday 11am–12pm, 2026-12-31
Season: Dec 31, 2026
Ottawa Hills Branch
Grand Rapids Public Library · Class · All ages
Celebrate the new year at the library (without staying up late)! Enjoy crafts, snacks, and a dance party when the clock strikes noon. Fancy dress or pajamas are encouraged but not required. For ages 0–11. Happy Noon Year! | Seymour Branch Thursday, December 31, 2026, 11:00 am – 1
Schedule: Thursday 11am–12pm, 2026-12-31
Season: Dec 31, 2026
Seymour Branch
Grand Rapids Public Library · Class · All ages
Celebrate the new year at the library (without staying up late)! Enjoy crafts, snacks, and a dance party when the clock strikes noon. Fancy dress or pajamas are encouraged but not required. For ages 0–11. Happy Noon Year! | Van Belkum Branch Thursday, December 31, 2026, 11:00 am
Schedule: Thursday 11am–12pm, 2026-12-31
Season: Dec 31, 2026
Van Belkum Branch
Grand Rapids Public Library · Class · All ages
Celebrate the new year at the library (without staying up late)! Enjoy crafts, snacks, and a dance party when the clock strikes noon. Fancy dress or pajamas are encouraged but not required. For ages 0–11. Happy Noon Year! | West Leonard Branch Thursday, December 31, 2026, 11:00 a
Schedule: Thursday 11am–12pm, 2026-12-31
Season: Dec 31, 2026
West Leonard Branch
Grand Rapids Public Library · Class · All ages
Celebrate the new year at the library (without staying up late)! Enjoy crafts, snacks, and a dance party when the clock strikes noon. Fancy dress or pajamas are encouraged but not required. For ages 0–11. Happy Noon Year! | Yankee Clipper Branch Thursday, December 31, 2026, 11:00
Schedule: Thursday 11am–12pm, 2026-12-31
Season: Dec 31, 2026
Yankee Clipper Branch
Grand Rapids Public Library · Club · Adults
Join us and Silent Book Club GR for a cozy evening inspired by the Danish concept of hygge—all about enjoying simple pleasures in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy a relaxing night by the fireplace where you can read, craft, or play calm games in quiet company. For adults. Hygg
Schedule: Monday 6pm–7pm, 2026-11-16
Season: Nov 16, 2026
Yankee Clipper Branch
Grand Rapids Public Library · Class · Adults
Join us for an Indigenous fashion presentation led by Bead & Powwow Supply, a small Indigenous-owned business dedicated to celebrating and uplifting Indigenous arts, crafts, and style. Founded in 2011 by artist A. Ellie Mitchell (Saginaw Ojibwe, Eagle Clan), Bead & Powwow Supply
Schedule: Monday 6pm–7pm, 2026-11-09
Season: Nov 9, 2026
Yankee Clipper Branch
Grand Rapids Public Library · Class · Kids
Kids can build and code their own robots using LEGO’s Spike Prime sets. Laptops will be provided, but attendees are encouraged to bring their own devices and use LEGO's free app to code. This is a self-guided, drop-in event. Space is limited and first come, first served. For ages
Schedule: Saturday 10am–12pm (recurring), 2026-11-07
Season: Nov 7, 2026
Main Library
Grand Rapids Public Library · Club · Adults
Curl up with a good mystery and join us each month for a cozy book club. We’ll read charming and suspenseful mystery titles that spark fun conversation and connection with fellow readers and library staff. For adults. September 2: The House in the Pines by Ana Reyes October 7: Th
Schedule: Wednesday 6pm–7pm (recurring), 2026-11-04
Season: Nov 4, 2026
Van Belkum Branch
Grand Rapids Public Library · Club · Adults
Join us for our monthly book club! Enjoy popular fiction and nonfiction titles selected by GRPL librarians and participate in a discussion about each reading with members of the community and library staff. This book club is designed for adults and is a great way to meet new frie
Schedule: Saturday 12pm–1pm (recurring), 2026-11-14
Season: Nov 14, 2026
Seymour Branch
Grand Rapids Public Library · Club · Adults
Join us for our monthly book club! Enjoy popular fiction and nonfiction titles selected by GRPL librarians and participate in a discussion about each reading with members of the community and library staff. This book club is designed for adults and is a great way to meet new frie
Schedule: Tuesday 6pm–7pm (recurring), 2026-11-10
Season: Nov 10, 2026
West Leonard Branch
Grand Rapids Public Library · Club · Adults
Join us for our monthly book club! Enjoy popular fiction and nonfiction titles selected by GRPL librarians and participate in a discussion about each reading with members of the community and library staff. This book club is designed for adults and is a great way to meet new frie
Schedule: Monday 6pm–7pm (recurring), 2026-11-16
Season: Nov 16, 2026
Yankee Clipper Branch
Grand Rapids Public Library · Club · Adults
Join other science-fiction readers for a book club led by GRPL staff. Participate in a discussion about each book with members of the community. This book club is designed for adults. September 9: The Word for World Is Forest by Ursula K. Le Guin October 7: Kaiju Preservation Soc
Schedule: Wednesday 6pm–7pm (recurring), 2026-11-04
Season: Nov 4, 2026
Main Library
Grand Rapids Public Library · Class · Kids
Join the book club! Each month, the Social Justice Begins with ME book club examines a different social justice topic. All participants will enjoy a snack and themed craft activity. Children ages 4–8 listen to a book read by a volunteer and discuss the month’s social justice topi
Schedule: Saturday 10:30am–12pm (recurring), 2026-12-12
Season: Dec 12, 2026
Main Library
Grand Rapids Public Library · Class · All ages
Bring your stuffed animal for a night of fun at the library! Join us for an evening bedtime story and craft activity before dropping off your animal friends for a sleepover. Pick up your animals the next morning, along with some goodies from the library. For ages 6–11. Stuffed An
Schedule: Thursday 6pm–7pm, 2026-11-12
Season: Nov 12, 2026
Madison Square Branch
Grand Rapids Public Library · Class · Kids
Literacy is a fundamental skill that takes practice. In this program, kids are invited to practice reading to a licensed therapy dog from West Michigan Therapy Dogs Ruff Readers! Attendees will be able to read to a therapy dog for 10–15 minutes. While kids wait for their chance t
Schedule: Wednesday 6pm–7pm (recurring), 2026-11-11
Season: Nov 11, 2026
Van Belkum Branch
Grand Rapids Public Library · Club · Kids
Join Teen Anime Club to chat with other enthusiasts about your favorite anime and manga! Chat about what you're currently reading and watch anime episodes together! Snacks are provided and attendees can enter a drawing to win a prize. For ages 13–19. Teen Anime Club Thursdays, Se
Schedule: Thursday 4pm–6pm (recurring), 2026-11-19
Season: Nov 19, 2026
West Side Branch
Grand Rapids Public Library · Class · Kids
Bring your toddlers to share fun stories, songs, and rhymes, and learn together! Toddler Time is a 25-minute long storytime followed by a hands-on activity and playtime designed to help your child’s brain grow. For ages 18 months–3 years. Toddler Time | Ottawa Hills Branch Friday
Schedule: Friday 10:30am–11:30am (recurring), 2026-11-13
Season: Nov 13, 2026
Ottawa Hills Branch
Grand Rapids Public Library · Class · Kids
Bring your toddlers to share fun stories, songs, and rhymes, and learn together! Toddler Time is a 25-minute long storytime followed by a hands-on activity and playtime designed to help your child’s brain grow. For ages 18 months–3 years. Toddler Time | West Side Branch Tuesdays,
Schedule: Tuesday 10:30am–11:30am (recurring), 2026-11-03
Season: Nov 3, 2026
West Side Branch
YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids · Open play · Adults
Adult daily guest $15; youth $7; family $30.
Schedule: Daily guest with member; weekly guest ages 18+ $45
YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids branches · Grand Rapids, MI metro
YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids · Open play · Adults
Adult membership $84/mo; young adult 18–26 $66; 17&under $32 + $25 join normally ($0 join thru Jan 31).
Schedule: Access to all GR Y locations; free group fitness; KidZone drop-in care for members; nationwide Y access
YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids branches · Grand Rapids, MI metro
YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids · Open play · Seniors
Senior $70/mo; senior couple $95/mo.
Schedule: Full facility access
YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids branches · Grand Rapids, MI metro
YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids · Open play · Adults
Young adult membership $66/mo.
Schedule: Full facility access all locations
YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids branches · Grand Rapids, MI metro
YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids · Open play · Kids
Youth daily guest $7.
Schedule: Parent waiver required under 18; weekly youth guest $21
YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids branches · Grand Rapids, MI metro
YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids · Open play · Kids
Youth membership $32/mo.
Schedule: Youth facility access
YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids branches · Grand Rapids, MI metro