Dolly Parton's Imagination Library - Grand Traverse Region
The Library that Dolly Built
“The Library that Dolly Built” is a feature length documentary film, covering the history, impact and future of the Imagination Library literacy program.
Please join us at the Elk Rapids cinema on Thursday, April 9, 2026.
Family Fun Days
On behalf of YMCA Hayo-Went-Ha Camps and the Great Start Collaborative of Traverse Bay, families are invited to two Family Fun Days in April:
Saturday, April 11th at Camp Arbutus Hayo-Went-Ha
Saturday, April 18th at Camp Hayo-Went-Ha, Torch Lake in Central Lake
These Family Fun Days are a true celebration of the vibrant early childhood network and the families who make it thrive.
Each morning kicks off with high-energy performances from local favorites Miriam Pico and Jen Strauss, bringing music and stories to life. Beyond the performances, families can explore the climbing tower, enjoy a free community lunch, and visit the Partner Showcase to meet the many organizations that make up the "village" of support in the region.
These events are a wonderful opportunity to see the collective impact of the Great Start Collaborative in action while enjoying the beauty of the outdoors.
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library will be there to register eligible children.
Hope you can join us!
TADL MakerFest at the GT Civic Center
Traverse Area District Library is once again hosting its annual MakerFest 2026 on:
Saturday, April 25th from 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Hope you can join the community for their annual celebration of Making and all things STEAM, plus lots of additional activities and information related to Earth Day.
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library will be there to register children for the Imagination Library and will provide an environmentally focused activity.