Wash your cares away with this musical play full of country favorites from Dolly Parton, Patsy Cline, Carrie Underwood and more as two laundresses of life join forces to turn their good ol' laundromat into a bootscootin' honky-tonk and exact a touch of revenge against those that done em wrong. Presented by Old Town Playhouse at Milliken Auditorium.

Can you escape?

Adult Escape Room adventure, prior experience not required, but highly encouraged as this is a tough adventure. Be prepared for a puzzling time!

Just in time for your cozy reading ahead, make a special bookmark. Workshop for adults. All materials provided. RSVP.

Join Kellie Chase to transform fabrics into patchwork quilts for kids facing serious trauma. RSVP.

Learn how use an Instant Pot with TADL's own Scott Morey to make a variety of delicious tailgate dishes to enjoy at the next big game. Program will include cooking demonstrations and free samples!

We invite you to join us in person or virtually using this link to register for Zoom. The program will be recorded for anyone unable to attend and accessible through the Traverse Area District Library's YouTube channel approximately 2-3 business days after the event.

Created by artist Mary E. Burns, this free exhibit features 29 handwoven jacquard portraits celebrating scientists, activists, educators, artists, and Indigenous water protectors from more than 20 countries. Through intricate textile art, the exhibition explores the universal importance of water and the women whose work helps sustain and protect this essential resource.

Want to get involved, but don't know how? Already involved and want to hang out? Join us for a Volunteer Social Hour and Information Session: a no-stakes time to learn about concessions and other aspects of volunteering at OTP. Meet in the Schmuckal Theatre on the lower level of Old Town Playhouse.

Meet available pets on Saturday, October 17 from 11 am to 2 pm at Serra Subaru in Traverse City. Bring a donation on the 17th for the shelter pets of dog food, treats, cleaning supplies or cash and receive a pumpkin. If you can't be there on the 17th, items can be delivered to Serra any day in October.

Frank Ettawageshik, an Indigenous leader experienced in tribal leadership and Great Lakes environmental stewardship, will present Being at Peace in Our Environment. The 21st annual lecture is free and open to the public.

Come share your ideas and suggestions for your community library. We want to hear what you have to say! Dessert included!

Join us for Queer Tales Book Club where we chat about books that are by and/or about LGBTQIA+ people. Reading is not required, and everyone is welcome. This month's book: Queer Little Nightmares, edited by David Ly & Daniel Zomparelli

In partnership with the Michigan Parkinson Foundation, we are pleased to be offering these bi-monthly informational programs about Parkinson's Disease. PD 101 is a free, in-person orientation designed to help individuals better understand Parkinson's.

Sue Caviston teaches adults the basics of the old art of hooking yarn. Supplies provided. RSVP.

PCL partners with VERSITI for a blood drive. Register at https://donateblood.versiti.org/donor/schedules/zip

Are you ready to make your voice heard? Join the Michigan Center for Civic Education (MCCE) and the Traverse Area District Library for an interactive, hands-on event designed to prepare all new voters, including high school students, for active civic participation.

Skeletons, stories, crafts and more! Not too scary family fun! Dress up if you'd like!

When her sister falls ill with a mysterious disease, Lucy and her fianc© Jonathan enlist the help of a famed female vampire hunter to find the dangerous and sexy Count Dracula. This lightning-fast, laugh-out-loud, gender-bending romp is what would happen if the legendary vampire tale was put into a blender with Mel Brooks and Monty Python!

Join The Kingsley Folk School for a relaxed, no-prep storytelling community circle, Everyone Has a Story. Come and share real moments from your life, told to connect, laugh, reflect. Held the 2nd Thursday of every month from 5:30-7:00 p.m. at Kingsley Branch Library. Event is free and open to all. Call the Library at 231-263-5484 with questions.