Activities

Activities

NIGHT TIME PICKLEBALL

  • Wednesdays
  • 7 - 9 p.m.
  • November 5 - April 29
  • $3 per person
  • Silver Sneakers eligible (sign up for Silver Sneakers membership in Fitness Center)
  • Flyer:  Night-Time-Pickleball.pdf

MORNING YOGA

  • 6 week class
  • Mondays, March 9 - April 13
  • 10 - 11 a.m.
  • Save $ by pre-paying at first class
  • Only $45 for 6 classes
  • Or $10 per class
  • Multi-Purpose Room
  • Outside entrance from the west parking lot off Tonkin Street
  • Join Diana in Yoga classes, beneficial in relieving stress & anxiety.  It can build flexibility, strength and is a relaxation technique
  • Flyer:  Yoga-March-26.pdf

TEEN & ADULT CRAFT

Make a bouquet from a discarded book


TASTE TEST TUESDAY - PEEPS

Sample a variety of Peeps to find your favorite


WILD CRAFTING-WHITE PINE SODA

In partnership with the Gladwin Conservation District, learn about the white pine and make "white pine soda"

Encore Presentation! Don't miss your 2nd chance for this popular program

  • Thursday, March 26
  • 5 - 6 p.m.
  • In the library
  • Free program - registration required
  • Register at library or call 989-435-3981
  • Flyer with more information:  White-pine-soda.pdf
  • Library website:  http://gcdl.org

PRESCHOOL OPEN HOUSE

Mid Michigan Community Action Preschool in the Beaverton Activity Center is holding an open house

  • Friday, March 27
  • 9 - 11 a.m.
  • Entrance is from the west parking lot off Tonkin Street
  • Flyer with details:  Preschool-Info-2026.pdf

GLADWIN COUNTY COMMUNITY BUILDERS PUBLIC FORUM

Public Forum on Kitchen Table Issues, hosted by the Gladwin County Community Builders

  • Every other Saturday:
    • March 28 (topic: Rural Farming Issues)
    • April 11 (topic:  Educational Issues)
    • April 25 (topic:  How AI Impacts Gladwin County)
  • 12 - 2 p.m.
  • In the Catalyst Board Room, upstairs (elevator available)
  • Presentations in 1st hour, Q&A and discussions in 2nd hour
  • Public input warmly welcomed, including suggestions for the next round of discussions
  • Flyer:  kitchenTableConversations

LIFE SIZE MARIO KART

Challenge a friend to race around the track set up in the library

  • March 30 - April 4
  • During Library Hours
    • Mon & Thurs: 9 am-7 pm
    • Tues, Wed & Fri: 9 am-5 pm
    • Saturday: 9 am-1 pm
  • Flyer for more information:  Life-Size-Mario-Kart.pdf
  • Library website:  http://gcdl.org

EASTER SERVICE

Hosted by the Beaverton Church of the Nazarene

  • Sunday, April 5
  • 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
  • In the Gym

ROSS LAKE IMPROVEMENT PUBLIC MEETING

Hosted by Gladwin County Drain Commission

  • Monday, April 6
  • 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
  • Catalyst Board Room on 2nd floor
  • Elevator available
  • Public welcome

CELEBRATE NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK

Behind Every Great Community is a Great Library

  • Week of April 6th - 11th
    • Monday, April 6:  Book in a Jar
    • Tuesday, April 7:  Trivia Tuesday
    • Wednesday, April 8:  Diamond Painting Bookmark
    • Thursday, April 9:  Scavenger Hunt
    • Friday, April 10:  Patron Appreciation Day
    • Saturday, April 11:  Book Spine Poetry
  • See Flyer for daily activity details:  Library-Week-2026.pdf
  • Library website:  http://gcdl.org

APRIL BAC BOOK CLUB

Book selection:  "How to Age Gracefully" by Clare Poole

  • Thursday, April 9
  • 7:00 p.m.
  • 2nd floor Cedar River Room (elevator available)
  • Flyer with book details:  BAC-Book-Club-April.pdf
  • Copies of this month’s selection are available for checkout in the Beaverton Library

GLADWIN COUNTY COMMUNITY BUILDERS PUBLIC FORUM

Public Forum on Kitchen Table Issues, hosted by the Gladwin County Community Builders

  • Every other Saturday:
    • April 11 (topic:  Educational Issues)
    • April 25 (topic:  How AI Impacts Gladwin County)
  • 12 - 2 p.m.
  • In the Catalyst Board Room, upstairs (elevator available)
  • Presentations in 1st hour, Q&A and discussions in 2nd hour
  • Public input warmly welcomed, including suggestions for the next round of discussions
  • Flyer:  kitchenTableConversations

TEEN & ADULT CRAFT

Make a cactus plant out of felt


SUPPER CLUB

Edenville Seventh Day Adventist Church is hosting a series of meals and demos on health

  • On the following Tuesdays:  Apr 14, May 12
  • 6:oo p.m.
  • Located in the Catalyst Board Room on the 2nd floor (elevator available)
  • This event is free (no hidden fees, no membership required, all are invited)
  • Brief talk on health followed by a healthy meal
  • Questions? 989-330-7747

INTRO TO KNITTING

Learn to Knit a Dishcloth

  • Part 1 on Monday, April 20
  • Part 2 on Monday, April 27
  • 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
  • In the Catalyst Board Room on the 2nd floor (elevator available)
  • Registration required:  call 989-435-3981 or stop in during library hours
  • Free - all supplies provided
  • Limited spots available
  • Flyer with more info:  Intro-to-Knitting-1.pdf
  • Library website:  http://gcdl.org

TASTE TEST TUESDAY - PICKLES

Sample a variety of Pickles to find your favorite


EARTH DAY

The Gladwin County Master Gardeners, in partnership with the Gladwin County Library will host an Earth Day Event


SPRING ART SHOW

Gladwin Area Artist Guild Annual Spring Art Show with area schools

  • Saturday, April 25
  • 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
  • In the gym

GLADWIN COUNTY COMMUNITY BUILDERS PUBLIC FORUM

Public Forum on Kitchen Table Issues, hosted by the Gladwin County Community Builders

  • Saturday, April 25 (topic:  How AI Impacts Gladwin County)
  • 12 - 2 p.m.
  • In the Catalyst Board Room, upstairs (elevator available)
  • Presentations in 1st hour, Q&A and discussions in 2nd hour
  • Public input warmly welcomed, including suggestions for the next round of discussions
  • Flyer:  kitchenTableConversations

APRIL 2026 BLOOD DRIVE

  • Tuesday, April 28
  • 1:00 - 6:00 p.m.
  • Catalyst Board Room
  • Questions and/or appointments may be made by contacting:  www.versiti.org/MI or call 866-642-5663.
  • Appointments will be honored
  • Walk-ins are welcome
  • Flyer:  Blood-drive.pdf

YOUNG 5'S PUBLIC DISPLAY OF LEARNING

Drop in to see Displays of Michigan Symbols by Beaverton School's Young 5 students

  • Thursday, May 7
  • Catalyst Board Room upstairs (elevator available)

SUPPER CLUB

Edenville Seventh Day Adventist Church is hosting a series of meals and demos on health

  • On the following Tuesdays:  May 12
  • 6:oo p.m.
  • Located in the Catalyst Board Room on the 2nd floor (elevator available)
  • This event is free (no hidden fees, no membership required, all are invited)
  • Brief talk on health followed by a healthy meal
  • Questions? 989-330-7747

COMMUNITY BABY SHOWER

Mid Michigan Community Action Agency along with the Clare/Gladwin CAN Council will be hosting a community baby shower for expectant families and families with children under the age of 3

  • Friday, May 15
  • Time TBA
  • Educational Materials
  • Light meal
  • Community partner resource tables
  • Raffle prize give aways
  • Flyer with additional information:  [coming soon]

JUNE 2026 BLOOD DRIVE

  • Tuesday, June 23
  • 1:00 - 6:00 p.m.
  • Catalyst Board Room
  • Questions and/or appointments may be made by contacting:  www.versiti.org/MI or call 866-642-5663.
  • Appointments will be honored
  • Walk-ins are welcome

SUMMER READING PROGRAM ANIMAL EVENT

The Library's Summer Reading Program will include an event with live animals!

Check back for final details

  • Monday, July 13
  • Time to be determined
  • In the Gym

THE SPOONMAN

Performing for the Library's Summer Reading Program

  • Tuesday, July 14
  • 1 - 4 p.m.
  • In the Gym
  • All are welcome
  • Flyer with more information:  [COMING SOON]

BASKETBALL CAMP

Basic skills basketball camp for elementary age children, hosted by Beaverton Baptist Church

  • Sunday, July 26 - Wednesday, July 29
  • 6 - 8 p.m.
  • In the Gym
  • Pre-registration required
  • Flyer with registration info:  [COMING SOON]

AUGUST 2026 BLOOD DRIVE

  • Tuesday, August 18
  • 1:00 - 6:00 p.m.
  • Catalyst Board Room
  • Questions and/or appointments may be made by contacting:  www.versiti.org/MI or call 866-642-5663.
  • Appointments will be honored
  • Walk-ins are welcome.

OCTOBER 2026 BLOOD DRIVE

  • Tuesday, October 20
  • 1:00 - 6:00 p.m.
  • Catalyst Board Room
  • Questions and/or appointments may be made by contacting:  www.versiti.org/MI or call 866-642-5663.
  • Appointments will be honored
  • Walk-ins are welcome.

GRIEF AND LOSS EDUCATION COURSE

Hospice of Gladwin Area is hosting a 6 week class beginning December 16, 2026

  • Wednesdays
  • December 16, 2026 - January 20, 2027
  • 3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
  • Tittabawassee River Room
  • To register, call 989-426-4464 or email hospiceofgladwin@gmail.com
  • Flyer with more information:  [COMING SOON]

DECEMBER 2026 BLOOD DRIVE

  • Tuesday, December 22
  • 1:00 - 6:00 p.m.
  • Catalyst Board Room
  • Questions and/or appointments may be made by contacting:  www.versiti.org/MI or call 866-642-5663.
  • Appointments will be honored
  • Walk-ins are welcome.

 

For detailed information about each activity, click on the calendar icon at the top of the page, then click on that activity.

Activity Color Codes:

RED = BAC Sponsored Activities

DARK RED = Beaverton Schools Sponsored Activities

PURPLE = Library Sponsored Activities held at the BAC

GREEN = Activities held at the BAC, sponsored by others

BLUE = Community Activities held elsewhere

TEAL = Mid Michigan Community Action Preschool

 

JUNK JOURNALING

Create your own Junk Journal

  • 1st and 3rd Wednesdays
  • 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
  • In the Tittabawassee Room upstairs (elevator available)
  • For Tweens - Adults
  • Supplies provided
  • Flyer with more information: Junk-Journaling-2.pdf
  • Library website:  http://gcdl.org

CARDS & COFFEE

Come to the library to play cards, have coffee and hang out with friends


ADULT DROP-IN BASKETBALL


NIGHT TIME PICKLEBALL

  • Wednesdays
  • 7 - 9 p.m.
  • November 5 - April 29
  • $3 per person
  • Silver Sneakers eligible (Sign up for Silver Sneakers membership in Fitness Center)
  • Flyer:  Night-Time-Pickleball.pdf 

ADULT COED VOLLEYBALL

  • Mondays
  • 6 – 9 p.m. in the gym
  • Drop-In, No Organized League
  • All Skill Levels Welcome
  • $3 Per Person
  • Flyer:  Coed-Volleyball.pdf

BLOOD DRIVES

  • Even numbered months
    • April 28
    • June 23
    • Aug 18
    • Oct 20
    • Dec 22
  • See Upcoming Events or calendar for times
  • Catalyst Board Room
  • Questions and/or appointments may be made by contacting:  www.versiti.org/MI or call 866-642-5663.
  • Appointments will be honored
  • Walk-ins are welcome.

EUCHRE CARD CLUB #2

Drop in and play

  • Fridays
  • Ross Lake Room upstairs (elevator available)
  • 12 - 4 p.m.

MEN'S BIBLE STUDY

  • Every Thursday
  • 10:00 - Noon
  • Tobacco River Room upstairs (elevator available)

LIBRARY LEGO CLUB


BEE BUZZ STAMPER CARD MAKING

  • First Monday of each month
  • 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
  • Free
  • All supplies provided
  • Ross Lake Room upstairs
  • Elevator available

FINISH IT

Meet up with other friends to work on your current project


SILENT BOOK CLUB

Just want to read & maybe meet other book lovers?


PLAY-DOH CLUB


SUPER HERO CLUB


AFTER SCHOOL CLUB/AFTERNOON KIDS CLUB

  • Wednesdays in the library
  • Immediately after school until 4:00 p.m. during school year; 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. during summer
  • K through 6th Graders
  • Programs rotating weekly
  • See Flyer for more information:  After-School-Club.pdf
  • See calendar for weekly schedule of activities
  • Library website:  http://GCDL.org

WOMEN'S LOSS OF SPOUSE SUPPORT GROUP

  • Meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month
  • 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
  • Cedar River Room upstairs
  • Elevator available

PICKLEBALL

  • Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday
  • 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
  • 3 Indoor Courts
  • All Skill Levels Welcome
  • Equipment & Instruction Available For Beginners
  • $3 per person per play
  • Annual & 6 Month Memberships Are Available
  • Silver Sneakers eligible

WALKING IN THE GYM

  • Walk, jog or run!
  • Mon & Fri:  7 a.m. - 3 p.m.
  • Tue, Wed & Thur: 7 - 9 a.m & 12 - 3 p.m.
  • Schedule may change due to events
  • Free for B-fit members
  • $1 per visit for non-members

BAC BOOK CLUB

  • Monthly on 2nd Thursday
  • 7 p.m.
  • Cedar River Room
  • Book selection for each month will be on the calendar entry for that date.
  • Copies of the selection for each month are available to check out at the Beaverton Library.

LIBRARY STORY TIME


LIBRARY DUNGEONS & DRAGONS

  • 1st and 3rd Saturday each month
  • 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
  • See calendar for dates
  • link: https://gcdl.org/

CRAZY HEART QUILTERS

  • Mondays
  • 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  • Quilting and conversation
  • Tittabawassee River Room on 2nd floor (elevator available)

EUCHRE CLUB

  • Tuesdays
  • 12:30 p.m. – 4 p.m.
  • Ross Lake Room on second floor (elevator available)

MAHJONG

  • Wednesdays
  • 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
  • Ross Lake Room on second floor (elevator available)
  • Instructions provided