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Zauel Library is currently closed for flooring installation.  The library is expected to reopen Monday, April 27. Stay tuned to https://www.saginawlibrary.org/event/zauel-library-closing-flooring-installation-34343 and our social media channels for construction updates. You can also turn on notifications in your VLC Member Libraries app to get news and announcements from staff.

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(989) 755-0904

Hoyt Main
505 Janes Avenue
Saginaw, MI 48607
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Mon-Thu: 9:00am-8:00pm
Fri-Sat: 9:00am-5:00pm

Butman-Fish

9:00am-5:00pm
(989) 799-9160

Butman-Fish
1716 Hancock Street
Saginaw, MI 48602
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Wickes

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(989) 752-3821

Wickes
1713 Hess Street
Saginaw, MI 48601
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Mon-Thu: 12:00pm-6:00pm
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Zauel Memorial

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(989) 799-2771

Zauel Memorial
3100 North Center Road
Saginaw, MI 48603
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(989) 280-0837

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Zauel Closing April 13-26 for Flooring Replacement

Black and yellow caution tape surround the words "Under Construction", with a yellow hard hat hanging of the letters "u" and "n" in the word under.

Zauel is getting all new flooring throughout the building this month!

Crews will generating lots of noise and dust during the installation. For your safety, we will be closing to the public for around two weeks beginning next Monday, April 13.


Here's What You Need to Know:

Zauel will still be open Thursday, April 9; Friday, April 10 & Saturday, April 11. Click here for Za...

A Forgery of Fate

Book cover of "A Forgery of Fate" by Elizabeth Lim, featuring a female character wielding a weapon over her head

A Forgery of Fate
By Elizabeth Lim
Young Adult Fantasy

A Forgery of Fate by Elizabeth Lim introduces us to the forbidden love between Truyan (Tru), an art forger that can paint the future, and Elang, a half-dragon from a mythological underwater world. In this Beauty and the Beast retelling, inspired by East Asian folklore, Lim explores finding love in unexpected places, family bonds...

Pocket Bear

Cover of "Pocket Bear" by Katherine Applegate, showing a cat curled around a small brown teddy bear

Pocket Bear
By Katherine Applegate
Children's Fiction
Recommended for Ages 7–12

This is a fantastic tale of kindness and bravery. It combines lessons on World War I with a wonderful "Toy Story” like narrative. It also includes a fun history of teddy bears. A Pocket Bear was created to be a tiny token of comfort carried by soldiers in WW1. His eyes were sewn a bit higher, so he al...

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Upcoming Events

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May 9 2026 Sat

Crafting with Pressed Flowers

2:30pm–3:30pm
Adults, Teens
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
May 9 2026 Sat

Crafting with Pressed Flowers

2:30pm–3:30pm
Library Branch: Butman-Fish
Room: Butman-Fish Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Register to make a pressed flower craft! We'll use pressed flowers and some basic craft supplies to make pressed flower art on mason jars or wooden plaques. The perfect decoration for spring time!

Register below or call (989) 799-9160.

This event is in the "Children" group
May 11 2026 Mon

Make it Monday

All Day
Children
This event is in the "Children" group
May 11 2026 Mon

Make it Monday

All Day
Library Branch: Zauel Memorial
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

April showers bring May flowers, so be sure to stop by Zauel Library starting May 11th to grab an awesome flower-themed Take and Make craft kit! Craft kits are available on a first come, first served basis.

This event is in the "Adults" group
May 11 2026 Mon

Tech Tutoring

11:30am–3:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
May 11 2026 Mon

Tech Tutoring

11:30am–3:00pm
Library Branch: Butman-Fish
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Description:

One of our librarians will be available for one-on-one technology help appointments. There are 6 sessions of 30 minutes available. We will call you to set up an appointment the Friday before.

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May 11 2026 Mon

A Workshop for Aspiring Authors: Overcoming Self-Doubt & Finding the Confidence to Write Your First Book

4:00pm–5:00pm
Adults, Teens
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
May 11 2026 Mon

A Workshop for Aspiring Authors: Overcoming Self-Doubt & Finding the Confidence to Write Your First Book

4:00pm–5:00pm
Library Branch: Hoyt Main
Room: Hoyt Library Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Description:

We are delighted to host local author Nicole Beauchamp for "A Workshop for Aspiring Authors: Overcoming Self-Doubt & Finding the Confidence to Write Your First Book." This event is designed to help participants develop the skills, confidence,

This event is in the "Children" group
May 11 2026 Mon

Butman-Fish STEM Night

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children
This event is in the "Children" group
May 11 2026 Mon

Butman-Fish STEM Night

6:00pm–7:00pm
Library Branch: Butman-Fish
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Description:

Have fun learning science! Join us in the Butman-Fish meeting room for some hands-on learning fun!

This event is in the "Everyone" group
May 12 2026 Tue

Bookmobile Stop - Pinewood Manor

10:00am–11:00am
Everyone
Offsite Event
This event is in the "Everyone" group
May 12 2026 Tue

Bookmobile Stop - Pinewood Manor

10:00am–11:00am
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Description:

Join us at Pinewood Manor!

Explore our mobile library brimming with books for children, teens, and adults, and find your next great read! Don’t forget to bring an ID with your current address to sign up for a library card. 

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