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 […]

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 […]

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 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 […]

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 […]

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.

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]