Art event at the library Saturday
IRON MOUNTAIN — Events scheduled in January at the Dickinson County Library and its branches includes:
— Mahjong Monday: 1 to 3 p.m. every Monday in January at the Dickinson County Library in Iron Mountain.
Beginner and expert adults will play mahjong, a tile-based game developed in 19th-century China. Those new to the game can learn from an instructor, while seasoned players can play the game with one another. Tiles can be brought to use but it’s not necessary. Registration is required — call the Dickinson County Library in Iron Mountain at 906-774-1218. Space is limited.
— Great Start Story Stroll: Through Monday, March 10, at City Park in Iron Mountain.
Take a stroll around City Park and read the book “Bad Kitty Does Not Like Snow” by Nick Bruel as part of the library’s partnership with Great Start.
— Five Senses Storytime Sessions: 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Friday at the North Dickinson Branch in Felch Township; Tuesday, Jan. 28, at the Dickinson County Library in Iron Mountain; and Friday, Jan. 31 at the Solomonson Branch in Norway.
Children through age 5 will explore the five senses through stories, songs, crafts and activities that promote early literacy and create lifelong readers.
— Art Workshop: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday at the Dickinson County Library in Iron Mountain.
Teens and adults can join local artist Sarah Rice as she demonstrates how to make vision boards. Supplies will be provided. Registration is required; call the Dickinson County Library in Iron Mountain at 906-774-1218 to sign up. Space is limited.
— National Puzzle Day: During library hours at the main library and the Solomonson branch on Wednesday, Jan. 29.
Celebrate National Puzzle Day at the library with friends, family or yourself. A variety of puzzles will be set up all day, so people can drop in and enjoy these fun challenges.