Alden District Library

Friends of the Library Monthly Meeting
2026-06-18 09:30 - 11:00, 2026-07-16 09:30 - 11:00 (America/Detroit) | Alden District Library, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, MI, 49612, United States
The 3rd Thursday of each month. Friends of the Library. Anyone interested in supporting the library is always welcome. 9:30am social time & 10am meeting. Topics of discussion include, but are not limited to, plans for upcoming programs, book sales, and activities.
Alden District Library, 8751 Helena Rd., Alden, MI. 231-331-4318.

Joel’s Jurassic Magic Show
2026-06-18 14:30 - 15:30
Thursday, June 18, 2:30pm. Joel’s Jurassic Magic Show. Joel will stomp, chomp, and roar into the summer reading program with Dinosaur-themed books of all sorts that he brings to life with amazing magic, wacky stunts, and lots of audience participation. You do not want to miss out!

Torch Area Artisans Guild (TAAG)
2026-06-23 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-30 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-07 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-14 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-21 10:00 - 12:00
TUESDAYS, 10am-12pm. This artisans’ group has been creating art and contributing to the community for over 40 years. Newcomers are always welcome! For more info, email taartisansguild@gmail.com . Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.

Mah Jongg
2026-06-23 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-30 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-07 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-14 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-21 13:00 - 16:00
TUESDAYS 1-4pm. People of all skill levels, including beginners, are invited to play. Free Event. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.

Alden Knitters & Crocheters
2026-06-23 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-30 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-07 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-14 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-21 14:00 - 16:00
TUESDAYS, 2-4pm. People of all skill levels, including beginners, are welcome! For more info, contact Sue Archer at 231-944-0013. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center & Library, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.

Antrim County Bridge Club 299er Duplicate Bridge Game & Free Lessons
2026-06-24 11:30 - 13:30, 2026-07-01 11:30 - 13:30, 2026-07-08 11:30 - 13:30, 2026-07-22 11:30 - 13:30
Every Wednesday, except the 3rd Wednesday of each month. Also, not July 29, due to early voting.
May 6, 2026 – Oct 28, 2026 at Helena Twp. Community Center.
Free lessons at 11:30am.
The ACBL-sanctioned bridge game begins at 12:30pm. Cost $5
For more details, contact Lou Slyker, 248-770-6152 or ljslyker@gmail.com.
Sponsored by Alden District Library, 8751 Helena Rd., Alden, MI. 231-331-4318.

Preschool Story Hour and Elementary Kids Crafts
2026-07-02 10:00 - 11:00
Thursday, July 2, 10am. Preschool Story Hour and Elementary Kids Crafts.

Preschool Story Hour and Elementary Kids Crafts
2026-07-09 10:00 - 11:00
Thursday, July 9, 10am. Preschool Story Hour and Elementary Kids Crafts.

Books ‘n Brie Book Club: HEAVEN & EARTH GROCERY STORE [by James McBride]
2026-07-09 15:30 - 16:30
Fiction — “A story with an unraveling mystery but a touching theme of what it means to accept everyone no matter our differences. It gives readers a beautiful sense of how humanity and kindness can influence every person that you meet.” – Heidi Dischler. Lucy McArtor.
Click here to view the Book Club PDF.

Friends of the Library Book Sale
2026-07-11 09:00 - 14:00
Shop books, audiobooks, DVDs, music CDs, and puzzles on Saturday, July 11th, from 9am to 2pm.
Held at Helena Twp. Community Center.
FRIENDS of the Library is accepting donations of gently used books, puzzles, games, CDs, and DVDs during library hours.
Alden District Library, 8751 Helena Rd., Alden, MI. 231-331-4318.

Preschool Story Hour and Elementary Kids Crafts
2026-07-16 10:00 - 11:00
Thursday, July 16, 10am. Preschool Story Hour and Elementary Kids Crafts.

Preschool Story Hour and Elementary Kids Crafts
2026-07-23 10:00 - 11:00
Thursday, July 23, 10am. Preschool Story Hour and Elementary Kids Crafts.

Torch Area Artisans Guild Quilt and Artisan Show & Boutique Sale
2026-07-24 - 2026-07-25
Friday & Saturday, July 24 & 25, 10am – 4pm. Torch Area Artisans Guild Quilt and Artisan Show & Boutique Sale. View over 100 quilts and artisan items made by their talented TAAG members. Shop their boutique with quilts, pottery and many other handmade items. Purchase raffle tickets for their “Spring Beauty” quilt drawing to be held November 21, 2026, at the annual TAAG Arts and Crafts Show.

Alden Days 2026
2026-07-25 09:00 - 16:00
Saturday, July 25, 10am-4pm. Alden Days. The day starts off at Helena Twp. Community Center with the Alden Run at 9am, followed by live musical entertainment, food and family activities at the tennis court park in Alden, and a parade downtown at 2pm. Make sure to stop by the Alden Library & Friends kids craft tent in the park. This event is presented by Downtown Alden Business Association.
