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Hoyt Main

(989) 755-0904
505 Janes Avenue
Saginaw, MI 48607
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Mon-Thu: 9:00am-8:00pm
Fri-Sat: 9:00am-5:00pm

Butman-Fish

(989) 799-9160
1716 Hancock Street
Saginaw, MI 48602
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Mon-Thu: 11:00am-7:00pm
Fri-Sat: 9:00am-5:00pm

Wickes

(989) 752-3821
1713 Hess Street
Saginaw, MI 48601
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Mon-Thu: 12:00pm-6:00pm

Zauel Memorial

(989) 799-2771
3100 North Center Road
Saginaw, MI 48603
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Mon, Tue, Thu: 9:00am-9:00pm
Wed: 12:00pm-9:00pm
Fri-Sat: 9:00am-5:00pm
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The Nineties

Cover of The Nineties by Chuck Klosterman

In The Nineties, Gen X author Chuck Klosterman takes a whirlwind tour through a decade that birthed a lot of the trends that shape our modern world. 

The Nineties seemed to play by the same rules that made the rest of the late 20th Century work, but there was a shift happening in the way we interacted with technology and with each other. Those of us who lived through the decade p...

What's next for the Public Libraries of Saginaw?

Adult Programming Survey QR Code

This June, we're asking what kinds of programming for adults you would like to see offered at the Public Libraries of Saginaw. Take the brief online survey here, scan the QR code for the link, or stop in to any of our branches to participate. 

Thank you for your input!

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You've Reached Sam

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You’ve Reached Sam by Dustin Thao

Having spent 15 weeks on the New York Times young adult bestseller list, You’ve Reached Sam starts out as a feel-good story about two teens, Sam and Julie, who are very much in love and have their future planned out together.  The fact that the story doesn’t end there is what sets this young a...

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Upcoming Events

This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Jul 13 2022 Wed

Storytellers

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Registration
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Jul 13 2022 Wed

Storytellers

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Library Branch: Hoyt Main
Room: Hoyt Library Auditorium
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 67
Description:
World Music & Stories features musical selections, captivating stories, hands-on fun with musical instruments from around the world. A wonderful chance for everyone to Get Up and Move! ...
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul 14 2022 Thu

4H at the Library: Pond Life Detectives!

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Registration
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul 14 2022 Thu

4H at the Library: Pond Life Detectives!

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Library Branch: Hoyt Main
Room: Hoyt Library Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other, Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 21
Description:
Explore science and nature all summer long with 4H at the library! This week: Discover what kind of aquatic life lives in ponds, lakes, and wetlands using your observation skills to examine and identify different bug species, learn about th...
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Jul 14 2022 Thu

Hawk Hill Raptors Show

3:00pm - 5:00pm
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Jul 14 2022 Thu

Hawk Hill Raptors Show

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Zauel Memorial
Room: Dr. Kurumety Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Performance
Description:
See birds of prey up close at Zauel! Hawk Hill Raptors presents raptors of the world with an exhibit of hawks, falcons and owls. Learn about adaptations, behaviors, habitats and conservation while getting up close and personal with live birds of prey...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jul 14 2022 Thu

Teen Smoothie Alchemy

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Registration
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jul 14 2022 Thu

Teen Smoothie Alchemy

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Hoyt Main
Room: Hoyt Library Board Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Waitlist Seats Remaining: 3
Description:
Mix and match smoothie ingredients and make your own delicious creation to cool down in the summer heat! ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul 15 2022 Fri

Crafts for Seniors

10:00am - 11:30am
Registration
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul 15 2022 Fri

Crafts for Seniors

10:00am - 11:30am
Library Branch: Hoyt Main
Room: Hoyt Library Mezzanine
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Description:
Watercolor painting of coral and ocean plants using a water glaze. End result is a beautiful watercolor painting! All adults are welcome but this is geared towards seniors. ...
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul 15 2022 Fri

Miss Beth's Boombox

10:30am - 11:00am
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul 15 2022 Fri

Miss Beth's Boombox

10:30am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Butman-Fish
Room: Butman-Fish Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:
Join Miss Beth for songs, stories, and preschool silliness every other Friday this summer! ...
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