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Pets Caught Reading Photo Contest
Jackson, MI, United StatesEnter a photo of your furry, feathered and/or scaly friends reading your favorite book for the chance to win a gift card to one of three local pet stores! Photos may be submitted June 7-11 (Pets Appreciation Week!) to marketing@myjdl.com along with your name and your pet's name. Winners will be announced June 14. For contest […]
Luna Moths at the Library
Jackson, MI, United StatesBeginning June 23, we will be raising Luna moth caterpillars and streaming a video so that you can watch their changing life cycles from caterpillar to pupa to adult! Sit back and relax while you tune in throughout the day to watch the caterpillars munching on leaves and growing. Watch the livestream here. Help us […]
Anyone Can Be a Gardener!
Jackson, MI, United StatesThe basics of gardening - be it container or ground- are demonstrated in a relaxed, easy outside setting. Choosing the best plants and spaces, tools and materials needed, and feeding and maintenance are some of the topics covered, and we'll even look at a simple way to start a Fairy Garden with your little ones! […]
Staycation
Jackson, MI, United StatesStop by any JDL branch beginning August 11 and pick up a packet with crafts, games, and ideas for fun, inexpensive staycation!
September 11, 2001: The Day that Changed the World
Jackson, MI, United StatesThis exhibit features educational and multimedia displays to help all ages learn about the events of September 11, 2001, through the personal stories of those who witnessed and survived the attacks. Lesson plans and take-home activities are available. Contact the Concord Branch to request additional materials at Concord@myjdl.com. This exhibit will be on display at […]
Brooklyn Branch Grand Reopening
Brooklyn Branch 207 N. Main St., Brooklyn, MI, United StatesJoin us for an open house and ribbon cutting celebrating the grand reopening of the Brooklyn Branch. The ribbon-cutting ceremony with remarks by JDL Director Sara Tackett and Board President Jacqueline Barber will take place at 11 AM. Refreshments and children's activities will be available throughout the day.
Bookmobile Bash
MLK Jr. Recreation Center 1107 Adrian, Jackson, MI, United StatesHelp us celebrate the return of the JDL Bookmobile! We'll have games, balloon animals, Bookmobile tours, JDL swag and more, so stop by and join the fun!
The Great Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Jackson, MI, United StatesDecorate a pumpkin as your favorite literary/book character! All ages are welcome to participate. To submit, send a photo of your pumpkin to marketing@myjdl.com with your name and phone number any time from October 1-25. Congrats to the winners: Christy Broderick, Lydia Heffner and Drew Draper! You can see all of the amazing entries on […]
Storyfest Showcase
Jackson Symphony Orchestra 215 W Michigan Ave, Jackson, MI, United StatesThe Jackson Storyfest 2021 showcase features storytelling in all its forms, with performances by Jackson School of the Arts dance troupe, poetry and music duo Lonnie & Clyde, Center Stage Jackson, as well as storytellers Satori Shakoor and Tre Howl. This event will be held at Weatherwax Hall in the Jackson Symphony Orchestra building and […]
34th Annual Jackson Storyfest
Jackson, MI, United StatesThe Jackson District Library’s 34th Annual Storyfest returns November 1-6, 2021. This year’s theme – Storytelling Through the Arts – captures the many fun and creative forms of storytelling, from spoken word to song and dance. We are excited to partner with local organizations and professional storytellers to bring a unique storytelling experience to the Jackson Community. For a full list of Storyfest events, […]