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	Traverse City Curling Club's Junior Curling Program starts in February! Our Junior Curling Program (ages 8y+) gets kids active, having fun, and feeling supported in a welcoming, low-pressure environment. While learning curling skills, they also build confidence, teamwork, and sportsmanship--lessons that last beyond the ice. Winter Lessons held on Wednesdays or Sundays, beginning February 1. Level 1 Beginners - 4 Weeks - $80 Level 2 Intermediate - 8 Weeks - $160 Level 3 Advanced - 8 Weeks - $160 Visit tccurling.org to register or email juniors@tccurling.org with questions. tccurling.org
	NMC Library 5th Annual Embrace the Dream Read-Aloud and Craft Night! Thursday, January 29, 2026 Open house: 4:30 - 6:30 pm Where: NMC Library 2nd floor of the TJN Innovation Center College Drive, Traverse City Children ages 3-12 are invited to the NMC Library to READ, CRAFT & get a FREE BOOK! Adults are asked to stay in the building. Join the fun or find a space in the building to relax while the kids read & get crafty! FREE and NO REGISTRATION NECESSARY! For more information, contact the NMC Library at 231-995-1060 Flyer
	Buy Girl Scout Cookies! Meet Linden, a hardworking second year from the Willow Classroom. She is a Brownie Girl Scout who’s learning big lessons through selling cookies! Every purchase helps her build confidence, set goals, and fund fun troop activities. Cookies can be delivered to school for free (use 5356 N. Long Lake Rd. as the address) or shipped straight to your home—easy and delicious. Cookies delivered to school should arrive in late February or early March. Thanks for supporting a young entrepreneur! https://digitalcookie.girlscouts.org/scout/linden544993
	Educational programs at the Dennos in February We want to let you know about a couple of free/low-cost educational programs we have coming up in February at the Dennos! Descriptions of the education programs and links to reserve tickets are below. Friday, February 13 at 10 am - Free! Full Cord is a national touring bluegrass band and have played some of the biggest festivals in the country. They will happily join you in Milliken Auditorium as it becomes a music classroom! Hear them play their brand of Bluegrass while teaching kids (and adults) the importance and function of each instrument. The band will also teach a short, musical lesson on the reasons that common folk music is so easy and accessible to everyone's ears and voices. Friday, February 20 at 10 am - $10 Dinosaur Day with PaleoJoe: PaleoJoe, Paleontologist, Children's Book Author, Storyteller and yes, a real dinosaur digger will bring his high-energy programs that will excite, entertain, and educate the patrons about DINOSAURS and Paleontology. For over 35 years PaleoJoe has provided programs to kids - of all ages across the country. His stories about dinosaur dig site adventures and the relationships between dinosaurs is told in a way that keeps kids - and adults on the edge of their seats.
	Interlochen Winter Events These programs offer fun, affordable, and easy outings for young children, and many parents appreciate knowing about local activities that bring joy and enrichment to their kids. Winterlochen February 21, 2026 – 11:00 AM Main Campus Free event, no tickets required Winterlochen is designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and movement. Activities include toddler playtime with dancing, singing, and games, a chance for kids to conduct an orchestra, hands-on art projects like making their own T-shirt, and much more. The day wraps up with a campus-wide parade to Corson Auditorium, where families will enjoy a free magic performance by renowned magician Scott Green. Find the full schedule of events and times at Interlochen.org/winterlochen. Flyer Be Like Blippi Tour! February 22, 2026 – 2:00 PM Corson Auditorium Tickets starting at $25 (Tickets go on sale this Friday) A lively, interactive show that’s perfect for young children and gives parents a fun weekend option their kids will be excited about. Peppa Pig: My First Concert March 18, 2026 – 6:00 PM Corson Auditorium Tickets starting at $27 A gentle, music-filled introduction to live performance that makes it easy for families to experience a concert together.
	Explore New Dance Styles! Interlochen College for Creative Arts will be hosting a series of social dance classes and baby/toddler & me dance classes this spring. Upcoming Programs: Baby & Me and Toddler & Me Dance Classes A fun, creative way for parents and their children to connect and learn dance together. 8 Saturdays, 10:00-10:45 a.m. March 7 - April 25, 2026 Registration: $249 for an 8-class session or $32 per class Learn More Flyer Social Dance Classes Learn diverse dance styles and make new friends in a warm and welcoming environment. Weekly classes March 7 - April 25 Registration: $249 for an 8-class session or $32 per class Learn More Flyer

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