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Carnegie Cart
Carnegie Cart
Stop by the Carnegie Library to play board games and Mario Kart on the Nintendo Switch! This drop-in event will take place on August 27 from 1-5 PM at the Carnegie Library.
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Yoga Storytime
Yoga Storytime
Join us at the Parma Branch for an interactive story time every Monday at 11 AM where we build healthy minds and bodies through books, music, rhymes, and yoga! Intended for ages 2-6. Call 517-531-4908 to register.
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Jackson History Escape Room
Jackson History Escape Room
Put your knowledge of Jackson's history to the test to solve puzzles in an escape room experience for older teens and adults at the Carnegie Library. Session Dates and Times Tuesday, August 29: 5 PM, 6 PM, 7 PM Wednesday, August 30: 5 PM, 6 PM, 7 PM Thursday, August 31: 5 PM, 6 PM, […]
1 event,
Jackson History Escape Room
Jackson History Escape Room
Put your knowledge of Jackson's history to the test to solve puzzles in an escape room experience for older teens and adults at the Carnegie Library. Session Dates and Times Tuesday, August 29: 5 PM, 6 PM, 7 PM Wednesday, August 30: 5 PM, 6 PM, 7 PM Thursday, August 31: 5 PM, 6 PM, […]
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Big Block Storytime at Spring Arbor
Big Block Storytime at Spring Arbor
Bring your imagination with you while you listen to stories and play with Big Blocks for building. Dates (all sessions at 11 AM): June 8 & 29 July 13 August 3, 17 & 31 Intended for ages 2-6.
Jackson History Escape Room
Jackson History Escape Room
Put your knowledge of Jackson's history to the test to solve puzzles in an escape room experience for older teens and adults at the Carnegie Library. Session Dates and Times Tuesday, August 29: 5 PM, 6 PM, 7 PM Wednesday, August 30: 5 PM, 6 PM, 7 PM Thursday, August 31: 5 PM, 6 PM, […]
1 event,
Meijer Branch Book Group
Meijer Branch Book Group
Join us on the first Friday of the month at the Meijer Branch to discuss a book selected by the group. Fall Dates: September 1, October 6 and November 3 from 10-11:30 AM Stop by the branch at the end of the month to see what the book club is reading next and to check out […]
2 events,
Diamond Art Painting
Diamond Art Painting
Update: Due to the Parma Branch being temporarily closed for maintenance, the September 2 session has been cancelled. Join us at the Parma Branch for a three-part series on Diamond Art Painting. Patrons will be given a free Diamond Art Painting and must register for all three sessions. Call the Parma Branch at 517-531-4908 to […]
Positive Affirmations Storytime
Positive Affirmations Storytime
Join the Jackson County Health Department for a storytime about positive affirmations and treating yourself kindly, including a rock painting activity. Intended for children ages 5-10 with their families. Springport Branch: September 2, 12-1:30 PM (Call 517-905-1459 to register) Parma Branch: September 30, 12-1:30 PM (Call 517-531-4908 to register)
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1 event,
Closed for Labor Day
Closed for Labor Day
All JDL locations will be closed on Labor Day. Our digital resources are always available and the wifi, accessible from the parking lot, will remain on.
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Henrietta Branch Storytime
Henrietta Branch Storytime
Join us for storytime and enjoy an educational blend of stories, crafts, movement activities, and songs. Henrietta Branch Storytime: Tuesdays, 11 AM (ages 3-5) Storytimes at Henrietta will run weekly from September 5 to November 14.
2 events,
Meijer Branch Storytime
Meijer Branch Storytime
Join us for storytime and enjoy an educational blend of stories, crafts, movement activities, and songs. Meijer Branch Storytime: Wednesdays, 10:30 AM (ages 3-5) Storytimes at Brooklyn will run weekly from September 6 to November 15.
Little Listeners Storytime
Little Listeners Storytime
Enjoy stories, hand on activities and more geared to ages 2 to 4. Summit Branch fall storytime take place on Wednesdays at 11 AM from September 6 to November 15. Caregivers and younger siblings are encouraged to relax, socialize and have a warm beverage in our seating area.
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Carnegie Library Storytime
Carnegie Library Storytime
Join us for storytime and enjoy an educational blend of stories, crafts, movement activities, and songs. Carnegie Library Storytime: Thursdays, 10 AM (ages 2-5) Storytimes at Brooklyn will run weekly from September 7 to November 16.
Grass Lake Branch Storytime
Grass Lake Branch Storytime
Join us for storytime and enjoy an educational blend of stories, crafts, movement activities, and songs. Grass Lake Branch Storytime: Thursdays, 11 AM (ages 3-5) Storytimes at Grass Lake will run weekly from September 7 to November 16.
Story with a Corgi
Story with a Corgi
Listen to stories and meet KJ the corgi at the Spring Arbor Branch on Thursdays at 11 AM! Storytime at Spring Arbor is designed for ages 2-5 and will run weekly from September 7 to November 16.
2 events,
Senior Movie Matinees
Senior Movie Matinees
Join us for a movie matinee at the Senior Site at the Spring Arbor Branch! September 8, 1 PM: Rio Grande (1950) starring John Wayne October 6, 1 PM: Arsenic and Old Lace (1944) starring Cary Grant November 3, 1 PM: The War with Grandpa (2020) starring Robert De Niro
Back to School Crafts
Back to School Crafts
Create a charm to go on your backpack or a bookmark buddy to mark your place in a book at the Napoleon Branch. Call 517-536-4266 to register.
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Living History
Living History
Join us at the Carnegie Library for a presentation on the dos and don'ts of oral history. You'll learn about the importance of oral history, how to get started, crafting interview questions and what to do after you finish an oral history interview. This program will be led by Jim Cameron, President of the Michigan […]
Yoga at the Spring Arbor Branch
Yoga at the Spring Arbor Branch
Join us for yoga at the Spring Arbor Branch! Every Saturday starting September 9 - 10:30 AM, focused on building strength and stretching 1st & 3rd Thursday of the month - 5:45 PM, focused on resting and restoring All skill levels are welcome. Mats, blocks and straps will be available to borrow. All you need […]
Passionate Painting Projects
Passionate Painting Projects
Create beautiful art at the Spring Arbor Branch! Each session you will paint on different types of material. Material could be wood, glass, canvas and more. Space is limited. To register, please call the branch at 517-750-2030. This program is intended for adults. Fall Dates: September 9, October 7 and November 4 (all sessions at […]
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Yoga Storytime
Yoga Storytime
Update: Due to the Parma Branch closure for maintenance, Yoga Storytime is cancelled for September 11. Join us at the Parma Branch for an interactive story time every Monday at 11 AM where we build healthy minds and bodies through books, music, rhymes, and yoga! Intended for ages 2-6. Call 517-531-4908 to register.
Yoga at Carnegie
Yoga at Carnegie
Due to the Eastern Branch construction, yoga is moving to the Carnegie Library! Come relax, unwind, and take care of your body with the slow and gentle flow of yoga! Bring your own mat. If you do not have one, a limited amount may be available. Fall dates: September 11, October 9 and November 13 […]
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Henrietta Branch Storytime
Henrietta Branch Storytime
Join us for storytime and enjoy an educational blend of stories, crafts, movement activities, and songs. Henrietta Branch Storytime: Tuesdays, 11 AM (ages 3-5) Storytimes at Henrietta will run weekly from September 5 to November 14.
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Meijer Branch Storytime
Meijer Branch Storytime
Join us for storytime and enjoy an educational blend of stories, crafts, movement activities, and songs. Meijer Branch Storytime: Wednesdays, 10:30 AM (ages 3-5) Storytimes at Brooklyn will run weekly from September 6 to November 15.
Little Listeners Storytime
Little Listeners Storytime
Enjoy stories, hand on activities and more geared to ages 2 to 4. Summit Branch fall storytime take place on Wednesdays at 11 AM from September 6 to November 15. Caregivers and younger siblings are encouraged to relax, socialize and have a warm beverage in our seating area.
Drop-In Art for Kids
Drop-In Art for Kids
Kids ages 5-12 can drop in at the Spring Arbor Branch to create an art project. Supplies provided. Fall Dates (all sessions 3-4 PM): September 13 & 27 October 11 & 25 November 8 & 15
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Homeschool Teacher I.D. Cards
Homeschool Teacher I.D. Cards
Homeschool parents can make a teacher I.D. card using Canva at the Carnegie Library. While parents are creating cards, kids can attend storytime right down the hall. After the cards and storytime, we'll laminate the I.D. cards while families enjoy donuts and social time. Homeschool resources will also be available. Call 517-905-1331 to register.
Carnegie Library Storytime
Carnegie Library Storytime
Join us for storytime and enjoy an educational blend of stories, crafts, movement activities, and songs. Carnegie Library Storytime: Thursdays, 10 AM (ages 2-5) Storytimes at Brooklyn will run weekly from September 7 to November 16.
Grass Lake Branch Storytime
Grass Lake Branch Storytime
Join us for storytime and enjoy an educational blend of stories, crafts, movement activities, and songs. Grass Lake Branch Storytime: Thursdays, 11 AM (ages 3-5) Storytimes at Grass Lake will run weekly from September 7 to November 16.
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2 events,
Yoga at the Spring Arbor Branch
Yoga at the Spring Arbor Branch
Join us for yoga at the Spring Arbor Branch! Every Saturday starting September 9 - 10:30 AM, focused on building strength and stretching 1st & 3rd Thursday of the month - 5:45 PM, focused on resting and restoring All skill levels are welcome. Mats, blocks and straps will be available to borrow. All you need […]
Fall Luminaries
Fall Luminaries
Light up your fall with a mason jar luminary that adds just a hint of cozy color to any space. Intended for teens and adults. Call the Parma Branch at 517-531-4908 to register.
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Costa Rica Virtual Tour
Costa Rica Virtual Tour
Take an interactive tour with Enjoy Virtual Tours Costa Rica! Patrons can join us at the Carnegie Library to sit in on a tour and ask questions to the tour guide in real time as they learn about the history and culture of Costa Rica. The tour will be a walk through the capital, San […]
2 events,
Yoga Storytime
Yoga Storytime
Join us at the Parma Branch for an interactive story time every Monday at 11 AM where we build healthy minds and bodies through books, music, rhymes, and yoga! Intended for ages 2-6. Call 517-531-4908 to register.
Spinebenders Book Club
Spinebenders Book Club
Join us at the Hanover Branch for a book club on the third Monday of the month from 1-2 PM. Stop by or call the branch at 517-905-1399 to learn more.
3 events,
La hora del cuento en español e inglés – Bilingual Storytime
La hora del cuento en español e inglés – Bilingual Storytime
Join us for a special bilingual storytime for children ages 2-5 in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month! Carnegie Library: September 19, 10 AM Spring Arbor Branch: September 28, 11 AM
Henrietta Branch Storytime
Henrietta Branch Storytime
Join us for storytime and enjoy an educational blend of stories, crafts, movement activities, and songs. Henrietta Branch Storytime: Tuesdays, 11 AM (ages 3-5) Storytimes at Henrietta will run weekly from September 5 to November 14.
Snacks and Crafts
Snacks and Crafts
Kids ages 9 -17 can stop by the Springport Branch on Tuesdays from 2:30-4:30 PM for some snacks and crafting. This program runs September 19 to November 14.
4 events,
Meijer Branch Storytime
Meijer Branch Storytime
Join us for storytime and enjoy an educational blend of stories, crafts, movement activities, and songs. Meijer Branch Storytime: Wednesdays, 10:30 AM (ages 3-5) Storytimes at Brooklyn will run weekly from September 6 to November 15.
Little Listeners Storytime
Little Listeners Storytime
Enjoy stories, hand on activities and more geared to ages 2 to 4. Summit Branch fall storytime take place on Wednesdays at 11 AM from September 6 to November 15. Caregivers and younger siblings are encouraged to relax, socialize and have a warm beverage in our seating area.
Autumn Radiance Decor
Autumn Radiance Decor
Create a radiant window piece for Autumn decor at the Henrietta Branch. Ages 8+. Call 517-769-6537 to register.
6 events,
Carnegie Library Storytime
Carnegie Library Storytime
Join us for storytime and enjoy an educational blend of stories, crafts, movement activities, and songs. Carnegie Library Storytime: Thursdays, 10 AM (ages 2-5) Storytimes at Brooklyn will run weekly from September 7 to November 16.
Grass Lake Branch Storytime
Grass Lake Branch Storytime
Join us for storytime and enjoy an educational blend of stories, crafts, movement activities, and songs. Grass Lake Branch Storytime: Thursdays, 11 AM (ages 3-5) Storytimes at Grass Lake will run weekly from September 7 to November 16.
Brooklyn Branch Storytime
Brooklyn Branch Storytime
Join us for storytime and enjoy an educational blend of stories, crafts, movement activities, and songs. Brooklyn Branch Storytime: Thursdays, 11 AM (ages 0-5) Storytimes at Brooklyn will run weekly from September 7 to November 16.
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Concord Book Group
Concord Book Group
Interested in discussing what you're reading and get book recommendations from others? Join us at the Trail Head Coffee Shop in Concord to share conversation, meet new friends and discover new interests. Fall Dates (all sessions at 12 PM): September 22, October 20 and November 17.
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Vandercook Lake Festival
Vandercook Lake Festival
Friends of the Jackson District Library Summit Branch will be sponsoring the ABC Sisters from 11 AM to 1 PM at the LD & Pat’s Cruise-In and Vandercook Lake Festival on Saturday, September 23. The ABC Sisters are an Andrews Sisters Tribute Act. Performing in the Midwest, they bring the old favorite scat classics home […]
Yoga at the Spring Arbor Branch
Yoga at the Spring Arbor Branch
Join us for yoga at the Spring Arbor Branch! Every Saturday starting September 9 - 10:30 AM, focused on building strength and stretching 1st & 3rd Thursday of the month - 5:45 PM, focused on resting and restoring All skill levels are welcome. Mats, blocks and straps will be available to borrow. All you need […]
Science Saturday
Science Saturday
Learn the wonders of Physics through Magnetic Slime! Intended for ages 8-13. Springport Branch at Springport Township Hall: September 23, 11 AM (call 517-905-1459 to register) Parma Branch: November 11, 11 AM (call 517-531-4908 to register)
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1 event,
Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival
Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival
Join us at the Grass Lake Branch to learn about the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival, a celebration of the moon and the harvest. Watch and engage in a Fire Dragon Dance and make your own lantern. Kids and families are welcome! Call 517-522-8211 to register.
2 events,
Henrietta Branch Storytime
Henrietta Branch Storytime
Join us for storytime and enjoy an educational blend of stories, crafts, movement activities, and songs. Henrietta Branch Storytime: Tuesdays, 11 AM (ages 3-5) Storytimes at Henrietta will run weekly from September 5 to November 14.
Snacks and Crafts
Snacks and Crafts
Kids ages 9 -17 can stop by the Springport Branch on Tuesdays from 2:30-4:30 PM for some snacks and crafting. This program runs September 19 to November 14.
4 events,
Meijer Branch Storytime
Meijer Branch Storytime
Join us for storytime and enjoy an educational blend of stories, crafts, movement activities, and songs. Meijer Branch Storytime: Wednesdays, 10:30 AM (ages 3-5) Storytimes at Brooklyn will run weekly from September 6 to November 15.
Little Listeners Storytime
Little Listeners Storytime
Enjoy stories, hand on activities and more geared to ages 2 to 4. Summit Branch fall storytime take place on Wednesdays at 11 AM from September 6 to November 15. Caregivers and younger siblings are encouraged to relax, socialize and have a warm beverage in our seating area.
Drop-In Art for Kids
Drop-In Art for Kids
Kids ages 5-12 can drop in at the Spring Arbor Branch to create an art project. Supplies provided. Fall Dates (all sessions 3-4 PM): September 13 & 27 October 11 & 25 November 8 & 15
5 events,
Carnegie Library Storytime
Carnegie Library Storytime
Join us for storytime and enjoy an educational blend of stories, crafts, movement activities, and songs. Carnegie Library Storytime: Thursdays, 10 AM (ages 2-5) Storytimes at Brooklyn will run weekly from September 7 to November 16.
Grass Lake Branch Storytime
Grass Lake Branch Storytime
Join us for storytime and enjoy an educational blend of stories, crafts, movement activities, and songs. Grass Lake Branch Storytime: Thursdays, 11 AM (ages 3-5) Storytimes at Grass Lake will run weekly from September 7 to November 16.
La hora del cuento en español e inglés – Bilingual Storytime
La hora del cuento en español e inglés – Bilingual Storytime
Join us for a special bilingual storytime for children ages 2-5 in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month! Carnegie Library: September 19, 10 AM Spring Arbor Branch: September 28, 11 AM
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3 events,
WWII In Their Own Words
WWII In Their Own Words
Join us for a two-part presentation at the Carnegie Library by local historian Larry Martin. Part 1 (September 30, 10 AM): Larry will present his interview with Dr. Eugene Bliel, who fought as an infantryman on the peninsula of Bataan and took part in the Bataan death march for 6 days. Part 2 (October 21, […]
Yoga at the Spring Arbor Branch
Yoga at the Spring Arbor Branch
Join us for yoga at the Spring Arbor Branch! Every Saturday starting September 9 - 10:30 AM, focused on building strength and stretching 1st & 3rd Thursday of the month - 5:45 PM, focused on resting and restoring All skill levels are welcome. Mats, blocks and straps will be available to borrow. All you need […]
Squishmallow Rescue Game
Squishmallow Rescue Game
Oh no! There's a menace about town who is nabbing up all the cute and cuddly Squishmallows. Help save the town from the nefarious, masked Squishburglar and adopt your own Squishmallow at the end of our interactive, life-sized board game at the Carnegie Library. Space is limited so register quickly! Intended for ages 8-12. Call […]
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