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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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.

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 […]

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.

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]