Science with Sara brings hands-on exploration to St. Joseph's Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library this community events series. Each first Tuesday from October through April, participants of all ages discover STEAM and science kits alongside engaging experiments led by Sara, drawing from her twenty years of teaching experience. October's theme focuses on magical magnets—come ready […]
Storytime at the Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library in St. Joseph welcomes babies through school-age children for an hour of theatre and dance magic. Expect laughter, movement, singing, rhyming, and a fabulous craft as librarians read aloud and guide young audiences through an interactive celebration of books and reading—building foundations for a lifelong love of […]
Paint a mini pumpkin at St. Joseph's Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library during this community event on Wednesday, October 7 from 4 PM–5 PM. Leave your creation at the library for public voting between October 7–21, with a chance to win a prize. A fun fall activity for all ages on Southwest Michigan's Sunset Coast. […]
Create the fluffiest cloud slime imaginable at this community event in St. Joseph, where you'll mix, stretch, and craft your own satisfying slime creation. Bring friends and dive into an explosion of colors and DIY fun at the St. Joseph/Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library. Perfect for those seeking hands-on creative entertainment on the Sunset Coast. […]
Looking for Community Events in St. Joseph? MI 529 Savings Program runs on Thursday, October 8 from 6 PM–7 PM at St. Joseph/Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library in St. Joseph, Michigan. When: Thursday, October 8, 6 PM–7 PM Where: St. Joseph/Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library — 500 Market St., St. Joseph, MI 49085 Hosted by: […]
St. Joseph's Palenske Memorial Library invites you to a community event exploring brain training through interactive games and activities. Discover how to sharpen your mental skills while enjoying hands-on challenges designed to boost cognitive abilities. Participants will receive a prize and can explore the Brain Training STEAM kit to continue their learning journey at home. […]
Get creative and embrace the chaos at Bad Art Night Redux, a community event celebrating intentionally imperfect artistry with spooky flair. Held at St. Joseph's Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library on Tuesday, October 13 from 6 PM–7 PM, this gathering invites you to create a delightfully dreadful version of yourself using deliberately bad technique. Perfect […]
Storytime at the Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library in St. Joseph welcomes babies through school-age children for an hour of theatre and dance magic. Expect reading, laughter, dancing, singing, and rhyming as librarians guide young audiences through stories, culminating in a fabulous craft. This vibrant experience builds a foundation for lifelong love of books and […]
Children can build reading skills and confidence at this community event in St. Joseph by reading to a friendly dog provided by the 4H Club. Held monthly on the third Thursday at the Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library, this welcoming program pairs young readers with a canine companion, creating a supportive environment for literacy growth […]
Health Elevated's occupational therapist Amy Underwood leads a community event at St. Joseph's Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library exploring perimenopause and menopause. Discover what to expect, when changes occur, why they happen, and practical strategies for navigating this life transition. This informative session welcomes anyone seeking to understand and manage this natural phase with confidence […]
Children can build reading skills and confidence at this community event in St. Joseph by reading to a friendly dog provided by the 4H Club. Held at the Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library, this program offers a supportive environment where young readers practice their abilities with a calm, four-legged companion. Perfect for children looking to […]
Discover the fascinating Michigan connection to the 50-star flag at this community event in St. Joseph. "Lest We Forget" tells the inspiring story of Bob Heft, a Saginaw native whose high school history project became the design adopted for our nation's flag. Learn about this remarkable achievement and its historical significance on Monday, October 19 […]
Community Resilience Model (CRM) Workshop comes to St. Joseph/Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library in St. Joseph, Michigan on Tuesday, October 20 from 6 PM–7:30 PM. Part of Southwest Michigan's Community Events lineup. When: Tuesday, October 20, 6 PM–7:30 PM Where: St. Joseph/Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library — 500 Market St., St. Joseph, MI 49085 Category: […]
Little ones of all ages gather at the Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library in St. Joseph for an enchanting storytime experience. This theatre and dance celebration features reading, laughter, movement, singing, and rhyming, culminating in a fabulous craft. Perfect for babies through school-age children, storytime builds a foundation for lifelong love of books and reading […]
Slip into your coziest pajamas and bring blankets to the Maud Preston Palenske Library in St. Joseph for a family movie night featuring "The Incredibles." This all-ages gathering offers the perfect excuse to snuggle up and enjoy a beloved film together. Thursday evening promises relaxation and fun for the whole crew on Southwest Michigan's Sunset […]
Gather at the Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library in St. Joseph for the "Arts, Crafts, & Mindfulness" Club, where artisans and makers of all ages (13 and up) explore creative expression on the fourth Tuesday of each month. This October session focuses on Halloween Garlands, blending artistic vision with mindful making for an evening of […]
Storytime at the Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library in St. Joseph welcomes babies through school-age children for an hour of theatrical wonder. Experience reading, laughter, dancing, singing, and rhyming as librarians guide young audiences through stories that spark imagination. Each session concludes with a fabulous craft, creating a joyful foundation for lifelong literacy and love […]
Tween National Novel Writing Month Challenge lands at St. Joseph/Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library in St. Joseph, Michigan on Sunday, November 1 from 10 AM–8 PM, adding to Southwest Michigan's Sunset Coast's Community Events calendar. When: Sunday, November 1, 10 AM–8 PM Where: St. Joseph/Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library — 500 Market St., St. Joseph, […]
Science with Sara brings hands-on exploration to St. Joseph's Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library this November. Discover how your heart, brain, and body systems work during this engaging community event featuring interactive science activities for all ages. Sara draws on two decades of teaching experience to lead participants through STEAM kits and exciting experiments designed […]
Discover the remarkable musical legacy of Benton Harbor's House of David during this special theatre and dance presentation in St. Joseph. For over fifty years, the Israelite House of David's professional touring bands—from orchestras and marching ensembles to jazz and swing groups—captivated audiences across America's concert halls and vaudeville theaters while entertaining visitors at their […]
The Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library in St. Joseph hosts a monthly community movie matinee on Friday, November 6 from 1–3 PM, featuring the classic western "True Grit" starring John Wayne. Bring your own snacks as you settle in to watch a drunken U.S. Marshal and Texas Ranger help a determined teenager hunt down her […]
It's Elementary! The Best Vanilla Cupcake comes to St. Joseph/Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library in St. Joseph, Michigan on Tuesday, November 10 from 6 PM–7 PM. Part of Southwest Michigan's Community Events lineup. When: Tuesday, November 10, 6 PM–7 PM Where: St. Joseph/Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library — 500 Market St., St. Joseph, MI 49085 […]
Settle in for a cozy movie night at St. Joseph's Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library this community event on Wednesday, November 11 from 5–7 PM. Wear comfortable clothes, bring a blanket or pillow, and enjoy "Hoppers" (PG) with snacks for a relaxing after-school experience. It's the perfect way to unwind with friends and family on […]
The Friends of the Library host their bi-annual book sale at the Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library in St. Joseph, offering a wonderful opportunity to discover your next favorite read. Browse downstairs through literary treasures across multiple days, with Thursday hours from 10:30 AM to 7 PM. Cash and local checks are accepted at this […]
The Friends of the Library host their bi-annual book sale at the Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library in St. Joseph, offering a wonderful opportunity to discover your next favorite read. Browse downstairs through literary treasures during this community event. Please note that cash and local checks are accepted. When: Friday, November 13, 10:28 AM–5 PM […]
The Friends of the Library host their bi-annual book sale at the Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library in St. Joseph, offering a wonderful opportunity to discover your next favorite read. Browse literary treasures downstairs during this community event, with cash and local checks accepted. The sale runs Saturday from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM, with […]
Children can build reading skills and confidence at the St. Joseph/Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library by reading to a friendly dog provided by the 4H Club. This community event welcomes young readers to share stories with their canine companion, creating a supportive environment for literacy development. The program meets monthly on the third Thursday from […]
Slip into your coziest pajamas and bring blankets to the Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library in St. Joseph for a family movie night featuring "Pocahontas." This all-ages event offers the perfect excuse to snuggle up and enjoy a beloved film together on Thursday evening. Gather your crew, get comfortable, and share some quality time watching […]
Maud's Makers: Winter Watercolors! lands at St. Joseph/Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library in St. Joseph, Michigan on Tuesday, November 24 from 6 PM–7 PM, adding to Southwest Michigan's Sunset Coast's Artisans & Makers calendar. When: Tuesday, November 24, 6 PM–7 PM Where: St. Joseph/Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library — 500 Market St., St. Joseph, MI […]
Children can build reading skills and confidence at the St. Joseph/Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library by reading to a friendly dog provided by the 4H Club. This community event occurs on the third Thursday of each month from 4:30–5:30 PM, offering young readers a supportive and encouraging environment to practice their abilities with a canine […]