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 […]

Bring color & cheer to your backyard. We’ll use simple materials to create vibrant feeders that will attract beautiful birds. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend. Registration is required & opens the week before. For example, programs the week of September 15 open for registration on September 8. If there is space, you may register […]

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 […]

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 […]

In this game everyone is a hero or a villain. Heroes win if they can sniff out all the villains before they hatch their evil plot, villains take over the world if they can knock out all the heroes first... Grades 6-12 are invited to attend. Registration is required & opens the week before. For […]

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 […]

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 […]

Create an adorable blingy keychain using “diamonds”. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend. Registration is required & opens the week before. For example, programs the week of September 15 open for registration on September 8. If there is space, you may register the day of the program.

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Get ready to boogie! It's video game night at the library & we're playing: Just Dance! Power up with pizza & play together on one of the library's Nintendo Switch 1 consoles or feel free to bring your own. Registration required. Our teen programs are for those in grades 6-12 only. Please verify the participant's […]

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!