Take & Make Kits
Many CADL branches offer a selection of free kits that include instructions and supplies to do a project or enjoy a storytime at home. Covering a variety of ages and interests, they are available to pick up while supplies last. Click on any branch name to see a list of what’s available this season. Be sure to note dates and age ranges.
Aurelius (517-628-3743)
Bird House Take & Make (All Ages)
Pick up a pre-assembled birdhouse complete with paint from any CADL branch.
Sep 2 (while supplies last)
Dansville (517-623-6511)
Bird House Take & Make (All Ages)
Pick up a pre-assembled birdhouse complete with paint from any CADL branch.
Sep 2 (while supplies last)
Paper Pencil Craft (Kids)
Make a pencil out of colored paper to celebrate the beginning of the school year.
Tuesday, September 2.
Storytime Craft Kits (Kids)
Each kit includes materials and instructions for a simple craft related to the weekly storytime theme.
New kits released for pick-up on Mondays and available while supplies last, starting Sept. 8
Back to School Craft (Kids)
Decorate these pencil bags to celebrate the new school year.
Monday, September 8
Halloween Take-and-Make (Kids)
Celebrate Halloween by making a festive decoration.
Monday, October 13
Turkey Hat (Kids)
Get ready for Thanksgiving by making a turkey hat.
Monday, November 3
Haslett (517-339-2324)
Bird House Take & Make (All Ages)
Pick up a pre-assembled birdhouse complete with paint from any CADL branch.
Sep 2 (while supplies last)
Holt-Delhi (517-694-9351)
Bird House Take & Make (All Ages)
Pick up a pre-assembled birdhouse complete with paint from any CADL branch.
Sep 2 (while supplies last)
Kids Take & Make Crafts (Ages up to 10)
Fun to make crafts on request! Get a free kit from CADL Holt-Delhi with supplies and instructions for a craft, while supplies last.
Puzzle Swap (All Ages)
We have a perpetual puzzle swap located by our Information Desk. Please bring in puzzles to leave and feel free to take one in exchange!
Downtown Lansing (517-367-6350), Foster (517-485-5185), and South Lansing (517-272-9840)
Bird House Take & Make (All Ages)
Pick up a pre-assembled birdhouse complete with paint from any CADL branch.
Sep 2 (while supplies last)
Leslie (517-589-9400)
Bird House Take & Make (All Ages)
Pick up a pre-assembled birdhouse complete with paint from any CADL branch.
Sep 2 (while supplies last)
Mason (517-676-9088)
Bird House Take & Make (All Ages)
Pick up a pre-assembled birdhouse complete with paint from any CADL branch.
Sep 2 (while supplies last)
Mindfulness STAR Kits
Younger patrons will learn the STAR breathing exercise and make a solar system bracelet.
Monday, Sep. 8, then while supplies last.
Spinner Toy
Make a mesmerizing spinner toy with a few simple items.
Monday, Sep. 22, then while supplies last.
Fall Doodling Art!
Fall doodling art! Have fun with different leaf shapes and your handy marker.
Monday, Oct. 6, then while supplies last.
Pumpkin Painting
Take home a kit with locally grown mini-pumpkins and painting supplies to decorate for Fall!
Monday, Oct. 20, then while supplies last.
Jacob’s Ladder Toy
Make a classic retro fidget toy – Jacob’s Ladder!
Monday, Nov. 3, then while supplies last.
Paper Owls
Hoot hoot! Make an owl from paper plates!
Monday, Nov. 17, then while supplies last.
Gingerbread House Kits
A Fall favorite is back! All supplies are provided to make two Gingerbread Houses per kit, while supplies last.
Monday, Dec. 8, then while supplies last.
Okemos (517-347-2021)
Bird House Take & Make (All Ages)
Pick up a pre-assembled birdhouse complete with paint from any CADL branch.
Sep 2 (while supplies last)
Spice of the Month (Adults)
Spice up your life with some seasonings that may be new to you! Participants will receive a small amount of a different spice each month, plus recipes and reading suggestions. While supplies last.
Available beginning the 1st of each month while supplies last.
Stockbridge (517-851-7810)
Bird House Take & Make (All Ages)
Pick up a pre-assembled birdhouse complete with paint from any CADL branch.
Sep 2 (while supplies last)
Webberville (517-521-3643)
Bird House Take & Make (All Ages)Pick up a pre-assembled birdhouse complete with paint from any CADL branch. Sep 2 (while supplies last) Make a Bookmark (Ages 6-12)Make your own fancy bookmark with supplies provided by the Village Crafters. |
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September 1st-30th (while supplies last) |
Clay Monsters (Ages 6-12)
Make your own clay monster!
October 1st-31st (while supplies last)
Williamston (517-655-1191)
Pinecone Bats (Ages 7 & up)
Create your own friendly bat to decorate with during the spookiest month of the year! *Call 517-655-1191 to request a kit.
Oct. 6 (while supplies last)
Make a Monster (Ages 6 & up)
Try your hand at being a mad scientist during this spooky season and create a (friendly) creature of your own! *Call 517-655-1191 to request a kit.
Oct. 16 (while supplies last)
Scarecrow Craft (Ages 4-7)
Use popsicles sticks and other supplies to make a cute scarecrow. He may be too cute to scare the crows away though! *Call 517-655-1191 to request a kit.
Nov. 3 (while supplies last)
Crafting Cookies (Ages 6 & up)
Make your own paper cookies to leave for Santa or keep them for yourself! *Call 517-655-1191 to request a kit or add it to your order on MyTime.
Dec. 13 (while supplies last)
Gratitude Turkey (Ages 4-7)
Nov. is gratitude month. Make a craft that will encourage you to ponder the people and things to be grateful for this season (and create a turkey friend along the way).
Nov. 14 (while supplies last)