Clarkston, MI

Clarkston, MI

Saturday, October 18th 2025

10:30am
95+ Free Sources for Filling Out Your Family Tree

Discover the best free tools and strategies to research your family history in this engaging one-hour presentation. We will dive into a wealth of resources, including genealogy charts and forms,…

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346
2:00pm
Genealogy Workshop

Do you have a Revolutionary War ancestor? Plan to attend the America250! Genealogy Workshop, focusing on the discovery and excitement of finding YOUR Revolutionary War Ancestor. Sponsored by Sashabaw Plains…

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346

Sunday, October 19th 2025

2:00pm
Jazz Concert

Drummer RJ Spangler has been on the Detroit music scene for many years. He earned his first Motor City Music Award in 1982 with a band he co-founded called the…

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346

Monday, October 20th 2025

5:00pm
Halloween Library "Lock-In" Pizza Party

Join us for this special during hours library “lock-in” for a spooky movie (Hotel Transylvania 4: Transformania), pizza, crafts and more!

Ages: Geared towards ages 7+

Registration Required.

For questions, please email Stephanie…

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346, Stephanie
5:00pm
Halloween Library "Lock-In" Pizza Party

Join us for this special during hours library “lock-in” for a spooky movie (Hotel Transylvania 4: Transformania), pizza, crafts and more!

Ages: Geared towards ages 7+

Registration Required.

For questions, please email Stephanie…

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346, Stephanie
7:00pm
Night Needlers

A once a month evening group for fellow yarn enthusiasts. Socialize while knitting or crocheting! All experience levels are welcome.

 

For questions about this program, please contact Saxony bettss@cidlibrary.org.

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Rd., Clarkston, MI 48346, Conference Room
Event Series

Tuesday, October 21st 2025

10:00am
A Good Yarn Knitting and Crochet Group

Join fellow yarn enthusiasts to socialize while knitting or crocheting! All experience levels are welcome.

For questions about this program, please contact Saxony bettss@cidlibrary.org.

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Rd., Clarkston, MI 48346, Conference Room
Event Series
6:00pm
Innovation Lab PM: Carve Diem: Etch, Engrave, and Cut Your Creativity Loose!

Learn all about the Libraries Glowforge, and Cricut machines. How to use the interface, and best practices for setting up projects. We will explore all the different materials that can…

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346
6:00pm
District Library Board Meeting - Special Meeting

A meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Clarkston Independence District Library.

Budget Workshop in the Conference Room

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346, Conference Room
6:30pm
The Soundtrack of our Lives - the music of John Williams

Join Kelly and Darryl Roenicke for an evening of amazing music by John Williams, performed on violin and piano. This program will feature favorites from Star Wars, Jurassic Park, Sabrina,…

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346

Wednesday, October 22nd 2025

11:00am
Baby Storytime!

Join Miss Heather for stories and songs, and then let your babies play together for the rest of the time! Each element of this storytime helps to exercise narrative skills,…

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346, Community Meeting Room
Event Series
6:00pm
Story Smiths!

Story Smiths is a creative writing group that meets monthly, offering a welcoming space for writers of all levels to share stories, explore ideas, and hone their craft. Each session…

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346
Event Series
7:00pm
Michigan's Dark Places

Return to the scene of Michigan’s most notorious crimes on this adventure in dark tourism. Using archival photographs, crime scene sketches, and documents, noted author Tobin T. Buhk will guide…

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346

Thursday, October 23rd 2025

10:00am
ECC Groups

Weekly Preschool Storytimes

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346
Event Series
1:30pm
Open Studio - Painting Club

Drop into our Open Studio for an opportunity for painters to bring their work and share ideas, information and encouragement. Guests are encouraged to bring their own supplies.

For more information,…

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346
Event Series
5:00pm
Cook the Book: A Delicious Storytime! Spooky Snacks!

Enjoy silly stories and make a spooky treat at this fun storytime! Please register each child attending. Ages 3-6. Older and younger siblings welcome! 

Contact Miss Heather @  semelrothh@cidlibrary.org  if your…

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346, Community Meeting Room
6:30pm
Clarkston Euchre Club

Join us for our twice quarterly Euchre Club! Teams may register together. We will assemble teams for players as needed. 
For more information, contact our Innovations Librarian at Parrn@cidlibrary.org.

This is…

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346

Friday, October 24th 2025

1:00pm
Homeschool Hangout

Join us each month for a new activity and meet other homeschool families in the area! Please sign-up all of the grown-ups who will be attending.

September- Explore Cotton Candy Science…

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346, Stephanie
Event Series
1:00pm
Homeschool Hangout

Join us each month for a new activity and meet other homeschool families in the area! Please sign-up all of the adults that will be joining.

October- Get started with Python…

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346

Saturday, October 25th 2025

1:00pm
Read to Paws

Sign up for a 15 minute session to read with a therapy dog. These furry friends are great listeners because they are specially trained to provide comfort and…

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346

Sunday, October 26th 2025

1:00pm
Clarkston Clothing Drive

Stop by and bring all the unwanted clothing that's lying around your house for a good cause! All clothes donated will be delivered to local food banks and homeless shelters.

This…

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346

Monday, October 27th 2025

11:00am
Toddler Storytime A!

Bring your toddler to this fun, engaging storytime led by Miss Heather! We will share books, songs, flannel stories, and activities all designed to help build your child’s literacy skills.…

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346, Community Meeting Room
Event Series
6:00pm
Monday Night Minis

Welcome to the Monday Night Minis, a dynamic tabletop gaming group that gathers once a month to engage in epic battles of strategy and skill. Whether you're a seasoned tactician…

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346
7:00pm
Salt-to-Taste Cookbook Group

Salt-To-Taste is a cookbook discussion group. You select and prepare a recipe from the month's cookbook. We gather to discuss the recipes, cuisines, and the author/chef while enjoying what we've…

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Rd, Clarkston, MI 48346

Tuesday, October 28th 2025

10:00am
A Good Yarn Knitting and Crochet Group

Join fellow yarn enthusiasts to socialize while knitting or crocheting! All experience levels are welcome.

For questions about this program, please contact Saxony bettss@cidlibrary.org.

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Rd., Clarkston, MI 48346, Conference Room
Event Series
5:00pm
The Tween Scene

Looking for a place to kick back, chill out, and just be yourself? The Tween Scene is your space to hang with friends, get creative, and enjoy some snacks. Each…

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346
Event Series
5:00pm
Halloween Plushies: Tween Scene

Looking for a place to kick back, chill out, and just be yourself? The Tween Scene is your space to hang with friends, get creative, and enjoy some snacks. Each…

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346

Wednesday, October 29th 2025

5:00pm
TIME CHANGE Bob Ross Birthday Paint-Along

Join CIDL staff to celebrate Bob Ross' birthday! All supplies will be provided but you are welcome to bring your own paint brushes. Participants may want to bring an apron…

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346

Thursday, October 30th 2025

10:00am
ECC Groups

Weekly Preschool Storytimes

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346
Event Series
1:30pm
Open Studio - Painting Club

Drop into our Open Studio for an opportunity for painters to bring their work and share ideas, information and encouragement. Guests are encouraged to bring their own supplies.

For more information,…

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346
Event Series
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