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Hoyt Main

9:00am-5:00pm
(989) 755-0904

Hoyt Main
505 Janes Avenue
Saginaw, MI 48607
United States

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Sun: Closed
Mon-Thu: 9:00am-8:00pm
Fri: 9:00am-5:00pm
Sat: Closed

Butman-Fish

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

Butman-Fish
1716 Hancock Street
Saginaw, MI 48602
United States

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Sun: Closed
Mon-Thu: 11:00am-7:00pm
Fri: 9:00am-5:00pm
Sat: Closed

Wickes

Closed
(989) 752-3821

Wickes
1713 Hess Street
Saginaw, MI 48601
United States

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Sun: Closed
Mon-Thu: 12:00pm-6:00pm
Fri-Sat: Closed

Zauel Memorial

9:00am-5:00pm
(989) 799-2771

Zauel Memorial
3100 North Center Road
Saginaw, MI 48603
United States

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Sun: Closed
Mon-Tue: 9:00am-9:00pm
Wed: 12:00pm-9:00pm
Thu: 9:00am-9:00pm
Fri: 9:00am-5:00pm
Sat: Closed

Bookmobile

Closed
(989) 280-0837

United States

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Sun-Sat: Closed

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Employment & Volunteer Opportunities

Library Employment

Employment applications are available at all branches of the Public Libraries of Saginaw or you may click here for an application available in Adobe Acrobat Reader format. You’ll have to print it and fill it out, then take it in to any Public Libraries of Saginaw branch. Applications are kept on file for six months for review in the event of a vacancy.

Download the Employment Application Here

Current Openings

Library Board Trustee

Application Deadline:
Tue, 05/06/2025 - 12:00
to
Fri, 06/06/2025 - 12:00
Address:
Brief Job Description:

The Public Libraries of Saginaw is seeking a new member to join our Board of Trustees. We invite community members who are passionate about library services and community enrichment to apply. 

Eligibility Requirements: 
Applicants must be 18 years of age or older, a qualified voter, and must reside in one of the following areas:

  • City of Saginaw
  • Kochville Township
  • City of Zilwaukee 

 

To be considered, please submit a letter of interest that addresses the following questions:

  1. Why do you want to serve on the Library Board?
  2. What specific expertise would you bring to the Library Board?
  3. Describe your vision for the Public Libraries of Saginaw.
  4. What are the three most critical issues facing the Public Libraries of Saginaw at this time? 

Along with your letter of interest, please include a current resume. 

Deadline to Apply: June 6, 2025 

Submit materials to: Maria McCarville, Director mmccarville@saginawlibrary.org 

We appreciate your interest in supporting the mission and future of our public libraries and look forward to hearing from potential candidates.

Apply to:
mmccarville@saginawlibrary.org

Library Volunteer Opportunities

The Public Libraries of Saginaw recognizes and appreciates citizen participation through volunteer service. Please note that volunteer hours are based on each library branch's needs and are not always available.

  1. Volunteers must complete a volunteer application form and be age 14 or older. Volunteers under the age 18 must have written permission from their parent or guardian and present a valid work permit to volunteer for the library.
  2. Volunteers will be accepted as needs arise. Submission of the volunteer application does not guarantee acceptance as a volunteer.
  3. Volunteers will not take the place of paid staff. Volunteers will be expected to set, and adhere to, a schedule with the supervisor where they are assigned.
  4. Volunteers are recognized by the public as representatives of the Library and shall be guided by the same work and behavior code as employees. Volunteers will wear an identification badge when volunteering at the Library.
  5. Volunteer applicants will sign a liability waiver. Criminal background checks are done for those 18 years or older.

To be considered for volunteer opportunities, complete and submit the Volunteer Application form to any of our branches. 

Download the Volunteer Application Here

Upcoming Events

This event is in the "Children" group.
May 23 2025 Fri

Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Children
This event is in the "Children" group.
May 23 2025 Fri

Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Butman-Fish
Room: Butman-Fish Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Drop-in storytime fun! We can't wait to have you join us for stories, music, crafts, games, and more!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
May 23 2025 Fri

Friday Flicks with Riverside Film Festival

2:00pm - 4:30pm
Adults
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May 23 2025 Fri

Friday Flicks with Riverside Film Festival

2:00pm - 4:30pm
Library Branch: Butman-Fish
Room: Butman-Fish Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Description:

Do you miss the Valley Film Society? Join us for a series of independent, foreign, and art house films at the library!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
May 23 2025 Fri

Book Club Soiree

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Offsite Event
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May 23 2025 Fri

Book Club Soiree

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Description:

Join us for a fellowship and book discussion with PFLAG Great Lakes Bay.

May 24 2025 Sat

Memorial Day Saturday Administrative Closing

All Day
Closing
May 24 2025 Sat
Closing

Memorial Day Saturday Administrative Closing

All Day
Branches:
Hoyt Main, Butman-Fish, Wickes, Zauel Memorial, Bookmobile
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
May 24 2025 Sat

Silent Book Club

3:30pm - 4:45pm
Adults, Teens
Offsite Event
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
May 24 2025 Sat

Silent Book Club

3:30pm - 4:45pm
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Description:

Welcome to Introvert Happy Hour. The Silent Book Club will be meeting at the Red Eye Cafe on the 4th Saturday of the month, 3:30-4:45 p.m. No required reading, optional book discussion. Come read with us!

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505 Janes Avenue
Saginaw, MI 48607

(989) 755-0904

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