Welcome to Interlochen Public Library

IPL offers various collections of media and formats to meet the needs of our diverse population.

Join IPL and Caeli Gibbons for a Calligraphy Workshop for Beginners on January 25th from 10 AM to noon. Learn the basics of calligraphy and create a personalized bookmark to take home. This workshop is for participants ages 12 and up. Please call the Interlochen Public Library to register, as class sizes are limited. 231-276-6767.

Reader Chef, Jr. classes are open to children aged 10-16. Classes are limited to 12 kids per class. Registration is required. Kids will learn a new recipe each month and be able to cook the meal from start to finish. It's a way to teach kids life skills and have fun. It is optional for kids to participate in all of the classes. Monthly sign-up sheets are available. Call IPL at 231-276-6767 to sign up.

Saturday, January 11th, from 10-12 pm. See how iPads and iPhones can interact and increase your access to work, entertainment, information, and family. During this fun and informative training session, we will explore navigation tricks to help you better access the various tools on your iPad and enhance your overall experience. We’ll talk about the camera, using gestures to move around the screen and access different functions, printing, backing up to iCloud, and accessing iCloud. We’ll also discuss Siri, using dictation to create content, and installing and uninstalling apps from the App Store.
*Please come with your iPad fully charged. Call 231-276-6767 to register.

STEAM Girlz is a fantastic opportunity for young girls to explore technology and science in ways that resonate with them. This program encourages creativity and hands-on learning, allowing girls to engage with STEAM concepts in a supportive and inspiring environment. Through various activities and projects, participants will build confidence, develop skills, and discover the exciting possibilities within STEAM fields. Join us to empower the next generation of female innovators and leaders!

The H&W Family Cooking Class is here to provide recreational cooking and baking classes while teaching you how to create delicious, fresh, scratch-made meals that are easy to prepare and won't break the bank. Miss Jennifer teaches our courses in a fun, hands-on, and interactive environment! Try one of our family cooking classes for an experience everyone can enjoy. Prior cooking experience is optional. Come ready for culinary fun while experiencing new techniques and cooking methods!

Family cooking classes can include a variety of activities and learning outcomes, such as:

Hands-on experience: Families work together in groups to prepare and cook food
Learning new skills: Families can learn knife skills, how to prepare different types of food, and how to present their dishes.
Exploring new flavors: Families can try new dishes and flavors.
Developing healthy habits: Families can learn about healthy food choices and how to make healthy food.
Improving social skills: Families can learn to work together, share, and take responsibility.
Learning about nutrition: Families can learn about the impact of food choices on the body and the environment.