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)
Special Frog and Toad Month
For March is Reading Month, Aurelius Library will feature Frog and Toad books by Arnold Lobel. We’ll have special events, books, and more all month long! Watch for special activities!
Dansville (517-623-6511)
Storytime Craft Kits (Ages up to 18)
Each kits 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.
Youth Take & Make Craft Kits (Children and Tweens)
Each kit includes materials and instructions to complete a craft.
New kits released for pick-up on Mondays, March 3 & 17 & 31; April 14 & 28; and May 12 and available while supplies last.
STEM to Go Kits (Children and Tweens)
Explore science, technology, engineering and mathematics at home by picking up a kit with fun hands-on activities.
New kits released for pick-up on Mondays, March 10, April 7 & May 5 and available while supplies last.
Teen/Adult Take & Make Craft Kits (Ages 15+)
Each kit includes materials and instructions to complete a craft.
New kits released for pick-up on Mondays, March 24, April 21, and May 19 while supplies last.
Haslett (517-339-2324)
No Kits Available
Holt-Delhi (517-694-9351)
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)
Adult/Teen Take & Make (Ages 13 & Up)
Looking for fun crafts and activities to do at home? Every week we will provide supplies and instructions for an activity or craft in a bag. All you need to do is pick one up from the library, take it home and make. Take and Makes are available throughout the week while supplies last.
1st Mondays, March 3, April 7, May 5
Leslie (517-589-9400)
No Kits Available
Mason (517-676-9088)
Note: There will be no Take & Makes at Mason during Memorial Day week.
Pipe Cleaner Shamrock Rings
Make sure you don’t get pinched on St. Patrick’s Day and make a green shamrock ring out of pipe cleaner! Monday, Mar. 10, then while supplies last.
Fire Breathing Dragon
Try the power of dragon’s breath with this fun craft!
Monday, Mar. 24, then while supplies last.
Rainbow Ray of Sunshine
Bring a smile to everyone’s face with your own Happy RAY-SUN!
Monday, Apr. 14, then while supplies last.
Clay Fossils
Use air-dry clay and plastic dinosaurs to make your own “fossil!”
Monday, April 28, then while supplies last.
Sprouting Jars
Paint and decorate a small glass jar, plant some seeds, and watch them grow!
Monday, May 12, then while supplies last.
Okemos (517-347-2021)
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)
No Kits Available.
Webberville (517-521-3643)
Williamston (517-655-1191)
Clay Mushroom House (Ages 6 & up)
Welcome spring by making a fairy mushroom house out of colorful clay. *Call 517-655-1191 to request a kit or add it to your order on MyTime.
March 20 (while supplies last)
Egg Carton Scavenger Hunt (Ages 3 & up)
Explore the great outdoors! Pick up an egg carton from the library with a list of a dozen categories of natural items to find. When you fill your carton up, take a picture or bring it back to the library by May 1st to pick out a prize from the Treasure Chest. *Call 517-655-1191 to request a kit or add it to your order on MyTime.
April 1 (while supplies last)
Pressed Flower Tea Lights (Ages 8 and up)
Create some floral ambience in your home by making a tea light. *Call 517-655-1191 to request a kit or add it to your order on MyTime.
April 14 (while supplies last)
Mother’s Day Flower Craft (Ages 3 & up)
Real flowers fade, but this pot of tulips made from paper and painted craft sticks will always be there to remind mom of how special she is. *Call 517-655-1191 to request a kit or add it to your order on MyTime.
May 1 (while supplies last)