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Never underestimate a fan with a plan. Alfred Smettle has built a hotel dedicated to Alfred Hitchcock, complete with movie screenings, film props, & memorabilia. A one-year anniversary party in such a place needs only one last thing to make it perfect...a body & a mystery. Books on Tap takes a detour off the highway […]
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Move your body & exercise your brain during a full half-hour of music & movement. We'll get to use our little muscles & big muscles, which helps our brains get bigger & get ready for school. This program is planned with ages 2-6 in mind, but all ages are welcome to attend. Please remember to […]
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Create patterns or pixel art using beads that will be ironed in order to fuse them together so you can take your creation to go! Grades 6-12 are invited to attend. Registration is required & opens the week before. For example, programs the week of November 3 open for registration on October 27. If there […]
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Our technology team is on hand to assist you with questions regarding smart phones, laptops & more during drop-in Tech Time. Up to 30 minute sessions are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign in at the Help Desk. Appointments for other times (& for virtual sessions) are also available by calling 269.781.7821 x2700 or […]
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Discovery is right around the corner as children learn while they play. Through guided activities, sensory bins, freestyle crafts, & group stories, your little explorer will delve into the worlds of science, technology, engineering, art, & math! This program is planned with ages 2-6 in mind, but all ages are welcome to attend. Baby toys […]
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The MDL History Center--where you can explore unique documents, yearbooks, & digitization tech--invites you to drop in during open hours twice a week. Local history librarians will be on hand to aid in research, technology, or help get you started on your genealogy journey. Appointments for other times are also available by calling 269.781.7821 x2300 […]
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This has been the most profitable year for Worldwide Prestige yet! Please remember, all employees are required to attend the annual conference. Despite our CEO's disappearance, there is work to be done! This is an interactive murder mystery dinner. The character you will play will be assigned upon arrival. Costumes encouraged, though not required. Registration […]
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Pokémon Trainers of all levels are invited to gather for a bit of fun & friendship. This event is your chance to meet other Pokémon enthusiasts, share your passion, & chat about all things Pokémon. Don't miss this opportunity to be a part of an amazing Poké-Pals community!
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Grow together in this storytime designed for beginning early literacy. Through the practices of Talk, Sing, Read, Write, & Play, caregivers & their little learners will build a base for reading, social-emotional learning, school readiness & more--all through fun stories, fingerplays, & songs. This program is planned with ages 18 months-3 in mind, but all […]
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In this math-free roleplaying game, you play as cats, using your acrobatics & sneaky tricks to save the day from various foes & celebrate a job well-done with ‘nip & fish. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend. Registration is required & opens the week before. For example, programs the week of November 10 open for […]
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Our technology team is on hand to assist you with questions regarding smart phones, laptops & more during drop-in Tech Time. Up to 30 minute sessions are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign in at the Help Desk. Appointments for other times (& for virtual sessions) are also available by calling 269.781.7821 x2700 or […]
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2 events,
The MDL History Center--where you can explore unique documents, yearbooks, & digitization tech--invites you to drop in during open hours twice a week. Local history librarians will be on hand to aid in research, technology, or help get you started on your genealogy journey. Appointments for other times are also available by calling 269.781.7821 x2300 […]
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Get into the fall spirit & make decorative mini pumpkins using cardboard and yarn. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend. Registration is required & opens the week before. For example, programs the week of November 10 open for registration on November 3. If there is space, you may register the day of the program.
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3 events,
Move your body & exercise your brain during a full half-hour of music & movement. We'll get to use our little muscles & big muscles, which helps our brains get bigger & get ready for school. This program is planned with ages 2-6 in mind, but all ages are welcome to attend. Please remember to […]
Free
Our technology team is on hand to assist you with questions regarding smart phones, laptops & more during drop-in Tech Time. Up to 30 minute sessions are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign in at the Help Desk. Appointments for other times (& for virtual sessions) are also available by calling 269.781.7821 x2700 or […]
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Transform well-loved book pages into a flower to keep or gift. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend. Registration is required & opens the week before. For example, programs the week of November 10 open for registration on November 3. If there is space, you may register the day of the program.
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A zippered pouch is handy anytime anywhere. Add a flat bottom, & it's perfect for holding cosmetics, stationery items, or travel items. In addition to learning about zippers, we'll be using fusible interfacing in this intermediate project. Supply list provided with registration confirmation; some supplies provided. This is a project requiring being comfortable with an […]
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Leona is in the building! Leona is a certified therapy dog through the Alliance of Therapy dogs. Her favorite things are meeting new reading friends, eating all the snacks, & playing disc-golf with her humans. Reading with Leona can help to build a young reader's confidence, improve comprehension, & boost communication skills. You'll receive a […]
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A zippered pouch is handy anytime anywhere. Add a flat bottom, & it's perfect for holding cosmetics, stationery items, or travel items. In addition to learning about zippers, we'll be using fusible interfacing in this intermediate project. Supply list provided with registration confirmation; some supplies provided. This is a project requiring being comfortable with an […]
Free
Discovery is right around the corner as children learn while they play. Through guided activities, sensory bins, freestyle crafts, & group stories, your little explorer will delve into the worlds of science, technology, engineering, art, & math! This program is planned with ages 2-6 in mind, but all ages are welcome to attend. Baby toys […]
Free
The MDL History Center--where you can explore unique documents, yearbooks, & digitization tech--invites you to drop in during open hours twice a week. Local history librarians will be on hand to aid in research, technology, or help get you started on your genealogy journey. Appointments for other times are also available by calling 269.781.7821 x2300 […]
Free
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1 event,
A zippered pouch is handy anytime anywhere. Add a flat bottom, & it's perfect for holding cosmetics, stationery items, or travel items. In addition to learning about zippers, we'll be using fusible interfacing in this intermediate project. Supply list provided with registration confirmation; some supplies provided. This is a project requiring being comfortable with an […]
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4 events,
Grow together in this storytime designed for beginning early literacy. Through the practices of Talk, Sing, Read, Write, & Play, caregivers & their little learners will build a base for reading, social-emotional learning, school readiness & more--all through fun stories, fingerplays, & songs. This program is planned with ages 18 months-3 in mind, but all […]
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Play on one of four Nintendo Switch 1 consoles at the library with friends! Games provided include: Mario Wonder, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, & Mario Party Super Stars. You are also welcome to bring & play your own console. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend. Registration is required & opens the […]
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Our technology team is on hand to assist you with questions regarding smart phones, laptops & more during drop-in Tech Time. Up to 30 minute sessions are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign in at the Help Desk. Appointments for other times (& for virtual sessions) are also available by calling 269.781.7821 x2700 or […]
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The Lost Family: How DNA Testing is Upending Who We Are by journalist Libby Copeland is the November read for the Monday night book club that meets at the library. In The Lost Family, Copeland investigates what happens when we embark on a vast social experiment with little understanding of the ramifications. She explores the […]
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2 events,
The MDL History Center--where you can explore unique documents, yearbooks, & digitization tech--invites you to drop in during open hours twice a week. Local history librarians will be on hand to aid in research, technology, or help get you started on your genealogy journey. Appointments for other times are also available by calling 269.781.7821 x2300 […]
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Bring your STEM brain & help your team design a trap for turkeys. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend. Registration is required & opens the week before. For example, programs the week of November 17 open for registration on November 10. If there is space, you may register the day of the program.
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4 events,
Move your body & exercise your brain during a full half-hour of music & movement. We'll get to use our little muscles & big muscles, which helps our brains get bigger & get ready for school. This program is planned with ages 2-6 in mind, but all ages are welcome to attend. Please remember to […]
Free
Our technology team is on hand to assist you with questions regarding smart phones, laptops & more during drop-in Tech Time. Up to 30 minute sessions are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign in at the Help Desk. Appointments for other times (& for virtual sessions) are also available by calling 269.781.7821 x2700 or […]
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Use a library sewing machine & get a license to “drive” it! Already have one? Make something! Grades 6-12 are invited to attend. Registration is required & opens the week before. For example, programs the week of November 17 open for registration on November 10. If there is space, you may register the day of […]
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Take the opportunity to meet & learn with new caregivers. Those who have welcomed a new little one in the past 18 months are invited to explore early learning basics for baby as well as to craft & commune with fellow caregivers. This program is designed with ages birth-18 months in mind & their caregivers. […]
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With fir trees as the focal point, create a mosaic work of art using a frame, permanent markers & a "secret ingredient". It's stained glass without the stain & only one piece of glass! All materials are provided; ages 18+ only. Registration is required. Our programs are free (& very popular)! We often have a […]
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3 events,
Discovery is right around the corner as children learn while they play. Through guided activities, sensory bins, freestyle crafts, & group stories, your little explorer will delve into the worlds of science, technology, engineering, art, & math! This program is planned with ages 2-6 in mind, but all ages are welcome to attend. Baby toys […]
Free
With fir trees as the focal point, create a mosaic work of art using a frame, permanent markers & a "secret ingredient". It's stained glass without the stain & only one piece of glass! All materials are provided; ages 18+ only. Registration is required. Our programs are free (& very popular)! We often have a […]
Free
The MDL History Center--where you can explore unique documents, yearbooks, & digitization tech--invites you to drop in during open hours twice a week. Local history librarians will be on hand to aid in research, technology, or help get you started on your genealogy journey. Appointments for other times are also available by calling 269.781.7821 x2300 […]
Free
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1 event,
Leona is in the building! Leona is a certified therapy dog through the Alliance of Therapy dogs. Her favorite things are meeting new reading friends, eating all the snacks, & playing disc-golf with her humans. Reading with Leona can help to build a young reader's confidence, improve comprehension, & boost communication skills. You'll receive a […]
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You know what else has layers? Parfaits. Everybody loves parfaits. Make a seasonal apple pie inspired parfait with your many-layered friends. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend. Registration is required & opens the week before. For example, programs the week of November 24 open for registration on November 17. If there is space, you may […]
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Our technology team is on hand to assist you with questions regarding smart phones, laptops & more during drop-in Tech Time. Up to 30 minute sessions are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign in at the Help Desk. Appointments for other times (& for virtual sessions) are also available by calling 269.781.7821 x2700 or […]
Free
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4 events,
The MDL History Center--where you can explore unique documents, yearbooks, & digitization tech--invites you to drop in during open hours twice a week. Local history librarians will be on hand to aid in research, technology, or help get you started on your genealogy journey. Appointments for other times are also available by calling 269.781.7821 x2300 […]
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This quick draw card game will test your luck in kitty-roulette. Draw cards until someone pulls an Exploding Kitten, & they’re out, unless they can defuse with laser pointers or catnip sandwiches. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend. Registration is required & opens the week before. For example, programs the week of November 24 open […]
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If you need help learning to use your device or are having a technology issue, stop in to the Marengo Township Hall between 5-6:30 pm with your questions. Up to 30 minute sessions are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign in when you arrive. The hall is located at 14021 23 Mile Rd Albion, […]
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One dish, endless applications. Each cook has their own methods & favorites when it comes to classic foods. This fall, Spice Club is giving you an assignment. Make your version, your favorite, your icon, & show it off. Meetings are held monthly; registration is required each month & is limited to one spice kit per […]
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Our technology team is on hand to assist you with questions regarding smart phones, laptops & more during drop-in Tech Time. Up to 30 minute sessions are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign in at the Help Desk. Appointments for other times (& for virtual sessions) are also available by calling 269.781.7821 x2700 or […]
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A mystery box of goodies that leads to whimsical mini adventures - Teen Loot Boxes! Learn loads with gifts & prompts to stretch your brain (& snacks to fuel it). An enticing book to read also helps new year explorations. Keep the loot inside & return the library book & box when you are finished. […]
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Grow together in this storytime designed for beginning early literacy. Through the practices of Talk, Sing, Read, Write, & Play, caregivers & their little learners will build a base for reading, social-emotional learning, school readiness & more--all through fun stories, fingerplays, & songs. This program is planned with ages 18 months-3 years in mind, but […]
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A classic! Design some jewelry by threading pony beads on elastic string. Instant gift for you or a friend. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend. Registration is required & opens the week before. For example, programs the week of December 15 open for registration on December 8. If there is space, you may register the […]
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5 events,
The MDL History Center--where you can explore unique documents, yearbooks, & digitization technology--welcomes you to visit anytime the library is open. Local history librarians are on hand during drop-in hours twice a week; during these sessions, they are happy to aid with research, the Center's technology, or help to get you started on your genealogy […]
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Design your own button pin to decorate your backpack or clothing! Grades 6-12 are invited to attend. Registration is required & opens the week before. For example, programs the week of December 1 open for registration on November 24. If there is space, you may register the day of the program.
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Need a space to have some adult time in peace while your little ones explore & engage in various crafts & activities? We’ve got you covered. Children can free-play while you relax with a cup of cocoa & some cookies. Let your children explore the various activities or discover some new children’s books. The youth […]
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An historical, scientific journey that's sprinkled with magical realism, The Naturalist Society by Carrie Vaughn takes Books on Tap members on an adventure of self-discovery. Widow Beth Stanley teams up with two taxonomists on an expedition to the South Pole aimed to harness the magic of magnetic fields. "With a unique magic system & engrossing […]
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4 events,
Move your body & exercise your brain during a full half-hour of music & movement. We'll get to use our little muscles & big muscles, which helps our brains get bigger & get ready for school. This program is planned with ages 2-6 in mind, but all ages are welcome to attend. Please remember to […]
Free
Our technology team is on hand to assist you with questions regarding smartphones, laptops, & more during drop-in Tech Time. Up to 30 minute sessions are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign in at the Help Desk. Appointments for other times (& for virtual sessions) are also available by calling 269.781.7821 x2700 or emailing […]
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You choose the Thing. You choose the paint. Paint something. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend. Registration is required & opens the week before. For example, programs the week of December 1 open for registration on November 24. If there is space, you may register the day of the program.
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Get comfy & cozy this winter by making your very own blanket. Don't worry, there's no sewing required! Registration is required; Grades 6-12 only. Our programs are free (& very popular)! We often have a waiting list; if you register but can no longer attend, please let us know! Please note: Watch your email for […]
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3 events,
Discovery is right around the corner as children learn while they play. Through guided activities, sensory bins, freestyle crafts, & group stories, your little explorer will delve into the worlds of science, technology, engineering, art, & math! This program is planned with ages 2-6 in mind, but all ages are welcome to attend. Baby toys […]
Free
The MDL History Center--where you can explore unique documents, yearbooks, & digitization technology--welcomes you to visit anytime the library is open. Local history librarians are on hand during drop-in hours twice a week; during these sessions, they are happy to aid with research, the Center's technology, or help to get you started on your genealogy […]
Free
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2 events,
Pokémon Trainers of all levels are invited to gather for a bit of fun & friendship. This event is your chance to meet other Pokémon enthusiasts, share your passion, & chat about all things Pokémon. Don't miss this opportunity to be a part of an amazing Poké-Pals community! No registration required.
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