Bacon Memorial District Library
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In this Issue
The Library is open..... Let's Celebrate
Trick or Treat at Bacon
Storytimes
Makerspace Programs
Events
Ongoing Programs
 
The Library will close at 4pm on Saturday, October 24th for Bacon Trick or Treat.
The Library is open..... Let's Celebrate

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Trick or Treat at Bacon
Family Trick Or Treat
Saturday, October 24, 2026
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
 
Trick-or-treat through the historic Bacon home. Six candy stops, one book stop. Costumes are welcome but not mandatory.  We hope to see you!  Registration is NOT required.
Storytimes
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Baby/Toddler Storytime
Tuesday, October 6, 13, 27 at 10:00 AM
 
Join Ms. Hailey for stories, music, and dance!  This program is geared for babies and toddlers. We are asking families to refrain from snacking during story time as some participants have food allergies.  Please help us keep our group safe by snacking after story time. 
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Family Storytime
Wednesday, October 7, 14, 21 at 11:00 AM
 
Join Ms. Hailey for stories, music, dance and more!  This program is geared to families with children of multiple ages. We are asking families to refrain from snacking during storytime as some participants have food allergies.  Please help us keep our group safe by snacking after storytime.
 
Makerspace Programs
Make IT Workshop: 3D Lithophane
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
or Thursday, October 22, 2026
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
 
Register for this Make IT workshop and customize your own lithophane from a photo of your choice.  What is a lithophane you say? It's a  fancy 3D printed nightlight! Supplies are provided. Please bring your personal laptop if possible.  We will provide one is necessary.  Registrations open at 5:00 PM Tuesday, September 29, 2026
Lego Wednesdays
Wednesday, October 7

Did you know Bacon Library has a huge stash of Legos? We will bring them down to our Program Room every first Wednesday of the Month!
Make Art JR: Halloween Shrinkies
Thursday, October 8, 2026
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM


Halloween art that magically shrinks when heated! Drop in to create some spooky art. 
Beaded Bracelets
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM


Do you love the look of multiple bracelets grouped on an arm? Learn how to create your own glass bead bracelet set. All supplies will be provided.  This is an instructor led session.    
Cardboard Construction Club!
Wednesday, October 14
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

 
Calling all cardboard construction workers, use our Chompsaw and Makedo knives, screwdrivers, screws, and hinges to create whatever you can image or help add to the group project. This STEAM program is perfect for homeschoolers and afterschool engineers. 
3-D Open Print: Glow-in-the-Dark Halloween Minis.
Date
Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2026
Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: Makerspace

Learn how to print from the 3D printer and take home your own glow-in-the-dark mini character. No cost for participants. You may need to pick up your print after the event.  

Race the Space: Hot Wheels
October 21
1:00 PM- 5:00 PM
 
Turn the Multipurpose Room into the Bacon Dragway using the library's collection of Hot Wheels! Vroom
Events
Bacon House Tour
Saturday, October 3, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

 
Halloween Door Signs 
Monday, October 5, 2026
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

 
We will be making Round Halloween Door Signs. We will have all supplies, you just need to paint and glue!
πŸ€„ Wyandotte Tile Social: Open Play Night! πŸ€„
Tuesday, October 6 & 20
5:45 PM - 7:45 PM

 
You must have basic knowledge of American Mahjong. Beginners are welcome, but what is a beginner you might ask? Someone who knows the suits of tiles, knows the Charleston and lastly can read the hands on the NMJL card. This is game play.
 We will be meeting every two weeks to start, so come get in on the ground floor. Whether you're a seasoned player or a complete beginner who has always wanted to learn, we have a seat at the table for you.
πŸ€„ Style: American & Social Play
πŸ’΅ Cost: Free admission!
✨ What to expect:
  • A relaxed, welcoming social scene in a beautiful historic building.
  • Basic knowledge is a MUST, but people wanting to learn can come and watch without signing up!
  • Beginners are welcome, but what is a beginner you might ask? Someone who knows the suits of tiles, knows the Charleston and lastly can read the hands on the NMJL card. This is game play.
    Good vibes, laughs, and new local friends.
  • A light snack will be provided to keep us fueled while we play!
πŸŽ’ What to bring: Yourself! And if you have the current National Mahjong League card 2026, please bring that along too.
πŸ“² Save Your Seat: Space is limited with currently 15 spots open across our tables! A waitlist option will open up automatically once these initial seats fill up!
πŸ™Œ Community Note: We would love volunteers to bring snacks for our future dates. Click here to sign up!
Let’s wash the tiles, Wyandotte! πŸ‘‹πŸ€„
Bacon Book Club
Wednesday, October 7
6:30 PM - 7:45 PM

Read along with us or better yet - meet with us and share your thoughts. 
We will be Reading:
 
The Woman They Could Not Silence: One Woman, Her Incredible Fight for Freedom, and the Men Who Tried to Make Her Disappear by Kate Moore
 Somatic Practice presented by Wild Earth Wisdom
Thursday, October 8, 15, 22, 29 
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Presenter: Denielle Arm

 
The practice is a one hour.  In each class we will be practicing a variety of self-care practices to help bring our mind and bodies into alignment.  Yoga will be in every class and is for all levels.  I will offer modifications for beginner and injuries as well as advanced students.  The class will be different every week.  Somatic practices may include but not be limited to yoga, breathwork, meditation, self-massage, reiki, drumming, sound bowls, chakra work, grounding and dance. 
Winter Outer Wear Clothing Swap
Saturday, October 10, 2026
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Swap out your outgrown winter outer wear.
Items will be accepted starting September 1 or can be brought in the day of. You do not need to bring materials in order to pick something up.

Items we will accept: Coats and Jackets, Snow Pants, Hat and Gloves, Snow Boots, and Thermal Wear. All sizes accepted.
The next Bacon Swap will be Saturday, March 20 for Spring Sports.
Book Pumpkins
Monday, October 12, 2026
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Come and make your own book pumpkin decor. All supplies included
Registrations open at 2:00 PM Monday, September 28, 2026
Senior Alliance: Medicare
Monday, October 19, 2026
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

 
Join The Senior Alliance's MI Options program for an informative presentation on all things Medicare. Topics will include Medicare basics, Medicare Savings Programs, and new changes to Medicare for 2027
Mahjong 101
Saturday, October 24, 2026
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Presenter: Soapy Mahjong Society

 
Curious about American Mahjong? Start here! Learn the basics of this fun strategic tile game. No experience needed. Everything you need to learn will be provided for you. Registrations open at 10:00 AM Monday, October 5
 
Mahjong 102 will be Saturday, November 7
Becoming Hockeytown: The Detroit Red Wings at 100
Date
Date: Tuesday, October 27, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Presenter: Detroit Historical Society
Location: Multi Purpose Program Room

In 1926, the Detroit Cougars played their first game in the National Hockey League.  In the century since, the Cougars became the Red Wings, the most storied of all American hockey clubs, winning eleven Stanley Cup championships, producing some of the game's all-time greats and creating a distinctly Detroit hockey culture. Explore how, over the course of that first century, Detroit became Hockeytown.

Ongoing Programs
Poets & Playwrights
6:00 PM Tuesday, October 6
Al Turner Drop In Chess
5:00 PM on Wednesdays
Downriver Numismatic Club 
6:00 PM Thursday, October 8
Library Board Meeting
4:00 PM Monday, October 12
Board Game Night
6:00 PM Monday, October 12
Women Writing!
6:00 PM Wednesday, October 21
Friends of the Library Meeting
4:30 PM Monday, October 26
Yarniaks
4:00 PM Thursday, October 22
Show, Tell & Sip Book Club
 6:00 PM Monday, October 19
Find more events here!
Bacon Memorial District Library
45 Vinewood, Wyandotte, Michigan 48192
734-246-8357

https://www.baconlibrary.org/