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Coding without Computers
Jackson, MI, United StatesThis is a take and make activity that teaches kids skills needed to develop before actually even beginning to code. In this activity, patrons will learn about binary code, and make a binary coded bracelet of their initials. Project kits will be available at all JDL branches beginning Sept. 13.
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 […]
Stories of the First Peoples of Michigan
Jackson, MI, United StatesDuring the week of Storyfest, and in honor of Native American History Month, we’re excited to present a collection of traditional tales, music and songs of the First Nation people who have called the Great Lakes Region their home, performed by storyteller Genot Picor. You can enjoy this collection of stories until November 20: […]
Larry Martin presents “WWII in Their Own Words”
Jackson, MI, United StatesJoin us at the Carnegie Library for Larry Martin's "WWII in Their Own Words." Larry has interviewed over 100 participants of WWII including German soldiers, US prisoners of war, and civilians from both Asia and Europe. September 11, 10 AM: GySgt. Thurman Miller was a Marine Rifleman who fought the entire battle of Guadalcanal as […]
The Art of Storytelling: Life Into Words
Jackson, MI, United StatesThis highly interactive virtual workshop focuses on the relevance of the spoken word and the oral tradition in an educational setting. Teachers can learn how to take a story off the page and bring it to life and how it can be used to support the curriculum. Storyteller and teaching artist Noa Baum, engages participants […]
JDL Chats
Jackson, MI, United StatesJoin us on the third Friday of the month for a series of live podcast-style chats, on Film, art and life through the lens of Science. Sept. 17: The History of Jackson Prisons (Watch the recording here) Oct. 15: Local Ghosts TBD: Jackson Inventors - due to the City of Jackson Holiday Parade, we are […]
Basic Horse Care
Jackson, MI, United StatesIn honor of National Horse Day (December 13), learn about the basics of horse care presented by Reality's Chance Horse Rescue. This prerecorded program will be available on JDL's Facebook page and YouTube channel.
Celebrate Chinese New Year
Jackson, MI, United StatesStop by any JDL branch starting January 3 to pick up a kit with crafts and activities for learning about and celebrating the Chinese New Year. Kits available while supplies last.
Beekeeping 101
Spring Arbor Branch 122 Star Rd., Spring Arbor, MI, United StatesJoin us on January 15 at 10:30 AM at the Spring Arbor Branch to learn the basics of beekeeping with local beekeeper Matt Hill!
Community Reads with Racing 4 Equity
Jackson, MI, United StatesBeginning 6 PM Jan. 27, area residents are invited to attend a program at the Carnegie Library in downtown Jackson to discuss Ijeoma Oluo’s book So You Want to Talk about Race. The program kicks off what will be a four-part series facilitated by Racing 4 Equity co-founder Kesha Hamilton, with panelists Daveda Quinn, Myesha […]