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Free at-home COVID-19 Test Kits are available at the front desk. If you are experiencing symptoms, please call for curbside or locker pickup.
Summer Reading Program 2025
Step right up and get ready for a summer of fun at the library! Our 2025 Summer Reading Program is almost here, and this year’s theme is "Color Our World," with a spectacular circus twist! Join us for a season filled with colorful characters, thrilling stories, and exciting activities for all ages. Whether you're a kid, teen, or adult, we’ve got amazing events, prizes, and plenty of reading to keep you entertained all summer long. Registration starts Saturday, June 14th at Wayland's Summerfest. We'll have a photo booth, book sale, and a station where you can pick up your starter kit that's complete with some goodies and your very own reading log to track your progress.
Get ready for a summer that’s big, bold, and full of thrills!
Hype Yourself Up With Our Playlist
Track Your Reading
Beginning June 14th, stop into the library to pick up a paper reading log
or email inbox@henikalibrary.org to get a PDF sent to you!
Please make sure to include how many people from each age group (youth, teen, and adult) will be participating.
All reading logs / raffle entries are due by noon on August 6th.
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Collect Postcards
Earn limited edition postcards as you advance through your reading log. Collect all 8!
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Earn Prizes
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Program Events
Youth events are GREEN. Family events are BLUE. Adult events are ORANGE.
Events with an * require registration. Learn more about events here!
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Kickoff at Summerfest
Saturday, June 14th
1pm- 6pm
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Join us at Wayland's Summerfest for our Annual Booksale, Summer Reading Signups, a Circus Photo Booth, and a Dunk Tank Fundraiser!
Make Your Own Cotton Candy
Tuesday, July 8th @ 2pm
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*Paint Along
With US*
Tuesday, June 18th @ 2pm
Want to try your hand at painting? Join us for an acrylic painting tutorial! Registration Required. Registration opens June 4th. Register here!
*All About Owls*
Tuesday, June 25th @ 4pm
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Join us for an engaging session with Blandford’s Wildlife staff, where we'll delve into the world of our resident owls. Get hands-on as every participant will have the opportunity to dissect an owl pellet, unraveling the mysteries behind why owls produce them. Guardian must be present with their registered child(ren). Registration Required. Registration opens 6/11. Register here!
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Tips and Tricks for
New Foragers
Monday, July 1st @ 6pm
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Learn the basics of Michigan foraging from Will Forage for Food founder, Rachel Mifsud.
Sensory Playtime
Tuesday, July 9th @ 11am
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Join Miss Tori on the green space for an outdoor sensory playtime. There will be lots of hands on learning for the little ones!
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10 Hiking Essentials
Monday, July 15th @ 6pm
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Learn about how to be a safe and responsible hiker from the Pierce Cedar Creek Institute!
Splash-a-Palooza
Saturday, July 20th
@ 11:30am
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Get ready to make a splash at Splash-A-Palooza!
S’mores Party
Wednesday, July 24th
@ 5:30pm
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Gather 'round the campfire for a Family S'mores Party!
BINGO! Brunch
Wednesday, July 31st @ 11am
Come play bingo with your friends here at the library! This event is family-friendly, and pastries and coffee are provided!
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*Beadwork Night*
Monday, August 5th @ 6pm
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Learn about bead work from Cassandra Bush, the cultural coordinator for the Gun Lake Tribe! Registration Required. Registration opens July 22nd. Register here!
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*Paint Along
With Us*
Saturday, August 10th @ 11am
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Want to try your hand at painting? Join us for an acrylic painting tutorial! Registration Required. Registration opens July 27th. Register here!
​Clown Popcorn Buckets
Wednesday, June 18th @ 2pm
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Circus Themed Storytime
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BINGO! Brunch
Wednesday, June 19th @ 11am
Come play bingo with your friends here at the library! This event is family-friendly, and pastries and coffee are provided!
BINGO! Brunch
Wednesday, June 26th @ 11am
Come play bingo with your friends here at the library! This event is family-friendly, and pastries and coffee are provided!
Campfire Story Writing Contest
July 1st - July 19th
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Enter your own campfire stories into our contest! Beginning July 1st, submit your own written Campfire Stories to your Henika Librarians! They can be “spooky” but please make sure they are family friendly. The top two winners from the Kids bracket and top two winners from the Adults bracket will win a prize and have their stories read aloud at our “Family S’mores Party” on July 24th @ 5:30 PM. More details to come
BINGO! Brunch
Wednesday, July 10th @ 11am
Come play bingo with your friends here at the library! This event is family-friendly, and pastries and coffee are provided!
*DIY Bug Hotels*
Tuesday, July 16th @ 2pm
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Explore the world of tiny creatures by making a bug hotel! Registration Required. Registration opens July 2nd. Register here!
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Murder Mystery Dinner
Monday, July 22nd @ 6pm
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There's been a murder! Come find the killer with us at McDuffs Bar and Grill. Participation is free and food will be available to purchase.
Outdoor Storytime
Thursday, July 25th @ 11am
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Bring your blankets and join us out on the green space for Outdoor Storytime.
Indiana Joel's Magic Show
Wednesday, July 31st @ 4pm
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Adventure books of all sorts are brought to life with amazing magic, wacky stunts, upbeat music, and lots of audience participation. Registration Required. Register here!
*Paint Along
With Us*
Tuesday, August 6th @ 2pm
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Want to try your hand at painting? Join us for an acrylic painting tutorial! Registration Required. Registration opens July 23rd. Register here!
*Mason Jar Strawberry Lanterns Craft*
Monday, August 12th @ 6pm
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Come make these adorable tea light lanterns with us, perfect for late summer nights! Registration Required. Registration opens July 29th. Register here!
Cirque Amongus
Tuesday, June 24th @ 11am
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*Paint Along
With US*
Saturday, June 15th @ 11am
Want to try your hand at painting? Join us for an acrylic painting tutorial! Registration Required. Register here! Registration opens June 1st. Register here!
**DIY Rain Sticks*
Thursday, June 20th @ 3pm
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Kids ages 6-11 can come create and design their own rain sticks. Registration Required. Registration opens 6/6. Register here!
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The Lake Monster
Wednesday, June 26th
@ 5pm
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Learn about cryptids in Michigan by cryptozoologist Shetan Noir
BINGO! Brunch
Wednesday, July 3rd @ 11am
Come play bingo with your friends here at the library! This event is family-friendly, and pastries and coffee are provided!
Family Camping &
Outdoor Trivia
Wednesday July 10th @ 5:30pm
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​Test your knowledge with some Camping and Outdoor trivia questions!
BINGO! Brunch
Wednesday, July 17th @ 11am
Come play bingo with your friends here at the library! This event is family-friendly, and pastries and coffee are provided!
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Take & Make - Mandala Window Clings
July 22nd - 26th
Pick up the materials for a mandala window cling here at the library!
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**Macramé Plant holders Craft*
Monday, July 29th @ 6pm
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Come learn some macramé basics with this plant holder. Registration Required. Registration opens July 15th. Register here!
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Teen Minute to Win It Camping Edition
Thursday, August 1st
@ 4pm
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Gather 'round the campfire for camping themed minute to win-it games!
BINGO! Brunch
Wednesday, August 7th
@ 11am
Come play bingo with your friends here at the library! This event is family-friendly, and pastries and coffee are provided!
Sensory Playtime
Tuesday, August 13th
@ 11am
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Come join Miss Tori for playtime! There will be lots of hands on learning for the little ones!
Evan Blissful
Wednesday, June 25th
@ 3:30pm
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*Recycled
Self-Watering Plant pot craft*
Monday, June 17th @ 6pm
Come make a self-watering planter out of recycled pop bottles! Registration Required. Registration opens June 3rd. Register here!
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*Outdoor Trivia
Monday, June 24th @ 6pm
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Test your knowledge of the great outdoors at this trivia night! Located on the green space, weather permitting. Otherwise we'll be inside!
Haunted Great Lakes
Wednesday, June 26th
@ 6:15pm
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Learn about cryptids in Michigan by cryptozoologist Shetan Noir
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**Beaded Earrings 2.0 Craft*
Monday, July 8th @ 6pm
Come make beaded earrings with us (again)! We're kicking it up a notch this time with a slightly more complicated design. Registration Required. Registration opens June 24th. Register here!
Outdoor Storytime
Thursday, July 11th @ 11am
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Bring your blankets and join us out on the green space for Outdoor Storytime.
*Animal Storytime*
Thursday, July 18th @ 11am
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Join Blandford Nature Center at Henika District Library for a live animal storytime! Registration Required. Registration opens July 4th. Register here!
BINGO! Brunch
Wednesday, July 24th @ 11am
Come play bingo with your friends here at the library! This event is family-friendly, and pastries and coffee are provided!
*DIY Worm Farm*
Tuesday, July 30th @ 2pm
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Dive into the world beneath our feet with our DIY Worm Farm project! Registration Required. Registration opens July 16th. Register here!
*DIY I-Spy Sensory Bottles*
Monday, August 5th
@ 3pm
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Come create your own mesmerizing sensory bottles. Registration Required. Registration opens July 22nd. Register here!
Bedtime Storytime
Wednesday, August 7th
@ 6:30pm
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Let’s get cozy! Come wearing your jammies and bring your favorite Stuffed Animal!
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Finale Party
Wednesday, August 14th @ 4pm
End of Summer Reading. Time to party and draw grand prizes. You do not need to be present to win.
More events will be announced later...Keep checking back!
Grand Prizes
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Jumbo Pikachu
Squishmallow
Winner will receive a jumbo,
24 inch Pikachu Squishmallow.
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Green Axolotl
Winner will receive a small Green Axolotl Plush.
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Greatest
Showman Bundle
Winner will receive a Greatest Showman DVD, Pillow, and makeup bag.
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Meijer Gardens
Winner will receive 4 tickets to Frederik Meijer Gardens.
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KAraoke Machine
Winner will receive a Portable Bluetooth Karaoke Machine with 2 Wireless Mics.
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Drone
Winner will receive a Brushless Motor Drone with camera.
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Intro to Aerials Class
Winner will receive a certificate valid for any combination of five (5) intro/beginner silks or lyra weekly classes at Great Lakes Circus Center.
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Squishmallow
Pack
Winner will receive a 6-Pack Squishmallows Original Micromallows.
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Kindle + Case
Winner will receive an Amazon Kindle (16 GB) and a case.
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Hydroponics Kit
Winner will receive an Indoor Garden Hydroponics Growing System
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Relaxation Bundle
Winner will receive a 6-pack of shower steamers, head massager, back scratcher, massage gun, and 2 candles.
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Golf Net
Winner will receive a golf net with practice mat.
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Purple Axolotl
Winner will receive a small Purple Axolotl Plush.
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Goat
Squishmallow
Winner will receive a 16" Xam the Goat Squishmallow.
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Bullet
Journaling Bundle
Winner will receive 2 dotted journals, journal stencils, washi tape, and assorted pens.
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Mini Basketball
Hoop
Winner will receive an over the door Mini Hoop with Scoreboard & 3 Balls
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Great Escape Room Tickets
Winner will receive a Great Escape Room gift card for two.
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Digital Picture Frame
Winner will receive a WiFi Digital Picture Frame with 16 GB Storage
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Toniebox
Winner will receive a grey Toniebox and 2 Tonies (National Geographic Dinosaur & ).
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Circus Food
Bundle
Winner will receive a Mini Personal Electric Animal Circus Waffle Maker, a popcorn maker, and a set of popcorn seasonings.
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Cooler
Winner will receive a 28 Qt Igloo Cooler with Wheels.
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Puzzling Bundle
Winner will receive a 4 Drawer, Rotating Puzzle Table and a 1000 Piece Circus puzzle.
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Home Gym
Winner will receive a Push Up Board home gym with a Pilates Bar and 20 Fitness Accessories
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Sky Zone GR Tickets
Two winners will each receive two tickets to Sky Zone Trampoline Park in Grand Rapids for 120-minutes of jumping. Thank you to Sky Zone GR for donating this prize!
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