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Closed for Memorial Day
Closed for Memorial Day
All JDL locations will be closed Monday, May 27. Our digital resources are always available and the wifi, accessible from the parking lot, will remain on.
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Henrietta Branch Book Club
Henrietta Branch Book Club
Join us on the last Tuesday of the month at 4 PM at the Henrietta Branch to discuss a new book each month. To learn more, stop by or call the branch at 517-769-6537.
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Homeschool Hangout Hour
Homeschool Hangout Hour
Homeschoolers of all ages and styles are invited to Homeschool Hangout Hour in the Carnegie Library auditorium every Wednesday from 12:30-1:30 PM. Different activities will be provided each week. Please note: there will be no Homeschool Hangout on March 27 due to the Spring Break escape room.
DIY Garden Boxes
DIY Garden Boxes
Make your own mini garden at the Spring Arbor Branch! Call 517-750-2030 to register. Ages 5+.
Spring Survival Skills
Spring Survival Skills
Stop by the Carnegie Library on May 29 to learn a variety of survival skills that will be useful in the spring, including: Foraging and obtaining food Basic hygiene kits Basic first aid kids Cordage (knot tying)
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Storytime at the Parma Branch
Storytime at the Parma Branch
JDL storytimes offer age-appropriate books, music, and activities for babies, toddlers, families, and young children. Most importantly, they help develop everyone’s imaginations! Parma Branch Summer Storytime: Mondays, 11 AM (ages 2-4)
Just Desserts Book Club
Just Desserts Book Club
Just Desserts Book Club meets at the Spring Arbor Branch on the first Monday of the month at 12 PM. To learn more, call the branch at 517-750-2030.
Yoga at Carnegie
Yoga at Carnegie
Come relax, unwind, and take care of your body with the slow and gentle flow of yoga at the Carnegie Library! Bring your own mat. If you do not have one, a limited amount are available. This program takes place first Monday of each month at 3 PM.
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Crochet 101
Crochet 101
Join us every Tuesday in June at the Meijer Branch to learn the basics of crochet! We'll be starting with the slip knot and learning basic crochet stitches. No experience necessary! All supplies provided. Call 517-788-4480 to register. Intended for adults.
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Little Listeners Summer Storytime
Little Listeners Summer Storytime
Enjoy stories, hands-on activities and more in a storytime for 2–4-year-olds every Wednesday at the Summit Branch. There will be no storytime on June 19, due to the library being closed for Juneteenth.
Books & Brews Book Club
Books & Brews Book Club
Join us for pizza and drinks at 127 Brewing on the first Wednesday of the month at 6 PM as we discuss books chosen by the group. To learn more, contact the Adult Services Department at (517) 905-1399 or adultservices@myjdl.com.
Eager Readers: June Bugs
Eager Readers: June Bugs
Calling all Eager Readers ages 5 to 7 for a fun bug-filled time! Enjoy stories, games, a snack, and make a Bug Hotel to take home. Call the Summit Branch at 517-783-4030 to register.
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Creative Connections
Creative Connections
Patrons of all abilities are welcome to join us at the Meijer Branch on the first Thursday of the month* from 10 AM-12 PM for Creative Connections! Bingo: June 6, August 1 Arts, Crafts & Games: July 11 This program is intended for adults with special needs, though all are welcome! No registration is needed, […]
Big Block Storytime
Big Block Storytime
Listen to stories and play with big blocks at the Spring Arbor Branch! Intended for ages 2-5. Dates (all storytimes at 11 AM): June 6 & 20 July 11 & 25 August 8 & 22
Magical Monarchs
Magical Monarchs
Join a Dahlem Center Naturalist Educator to explore how amazing one of our most beloved insects truly is; the beautiful, magical Monarch Butterfly! You'll learn all about these tiny creatures’ life cycle, their treacherous 3,000 mile migration, and actions we can take to help them survive many threats that are continuing to lower their population […]
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Meijer Branch Book Club
Meijer Branch Book Club
Join us on the first Friday of the month from 10-11:30 AM at the Meijer Branch to discuss a book selected by the group. Summer Dates and Titles: June 7: To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee July 5: Go Set a Watchman by Harper Lee August 2: The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by […]
Magical Monarchs
Magical Monarchs
Join a Dahlem Center Naturalist Educator to explore how amazing one of our most beloved insects truly is; the beautiful, magical Monarch Butterfly! You'll learn all about these tiny creatures’ life cycle, their treacherous 3,000 mile migration, and actions we can take to help them survive many threats that are continuing to lower their population […]
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Old Time Radio Shows
Old Time Radio Shows
Are you nostalgic for entertainment of the past? Come down to the Carnegie Library's beautiful Quiet Reading Room to enjoy old time radio shows presented by Center Stage Jackson. Shows Performed: The Whistler: "The Beloved Fraud" (1944) Five Minute Mysteries: "My Pal Patsy" (circa 1947) Vic and Sade: "Applying for a $4.80 Refund from the […]
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Storytime at the Parma Branch
Storytime at the Parma Branch
JDL storytimes offer age-appropriate books, music, and activities for babies, toddlers, families, and young children. Most importantly, they help develop everyone’s imaginations! Parma Branch Summer Storytime: Mondays, 11 AM (ages 2-4)
Yoga at Eastern
Yoga at Eastern
Come relax, unwind, and take care of your body with the slow and gentle flow of yoga at the Eastern Branch! Bring your own mat. If you do not have one, a limited amount may be available. This program takes place on the second Monday of the month at 3 PM.
¿Cómo se dice…?
¿Cómo se dice…?
Did you learn Spanish in school, college or on a trip abroad? Haven’t practiced in years and feeling a little “rusty”? Enjoy refreshing your memory and practicing conversational Spanish at the Summit Branch! Register by calling the Summit Branch at 517-783-4030. Class Dates (all sessions at 5 PM): June 10 & 24, July 8 & 22, August […]
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Comedy Magic Show
Comedy Magic Show
Join us for a Comedy Magic Show full of amazement & fun with Comedy Magician & Entertainer - Cameron Zvara! Cameron's show is filled with mind blowing magic, squeaky clean comedy, and tons of audience participation. No registration required. All ages and families are welcome. Dates and Locations: Meijer Branch: June 6, 3 PM Concord […]
Comedy Magic Show
Comedy Magic Show
Join us for a Comedy Magic Show full of amazement & fun with Comedy Magician & Entertainer - Cameron Zvara! Cameron's show is filled with mind blowing magic, squeaky clean comedy, and tons of audience participation. No registration required. All ages and families are welcome. Dates and Locations: Meijer Branch: June 6, 3 PM Concord […]
Crochet 101
Crochet 101
Join us every Tuesday in June at the Meijer Branch to learn the basics of crochet! We'll be starting with the slip knot and learning basic crochet stitches. No experience necessary! All supplies provided. Call 517-788-4480 to register. Intended for adults.
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Kaboomistry
Kaboomistry
Michigan Science Center presents Kaboomistry! Why do things explode? Kids can learn about the relationships between pressure, temperature, and fuel to explain why things go KA-BOOM! We’ll mix physics and chemistry to get some loud, flashy effects! No registration required. Dates and Locations: Meijer Branch: June 12, 11 AM Spring Arbor Branch: June 12, 3 […]
Little Listeners Summer Storytime
Little Listeners Summer Storytime
Enjoy stories, hands-on activities and more in a storytime for 2–4-year-olds every Wednesday at the Summit Branch. There will be no storytime on June 19, due to the library being closed for Juneteenth.
Read with a Root Beer Float
Read with a Root Beer Float
Check out a book at the Concord Branch and receive an official JDL stamp, then walk to the Mann House to sit under the beautiful trees to read your book and enjoy a tasty root bear float compliments of the historical Mann House! All ages are welcome. Dates: June 12, 1:30-3 PM July 24, 1:30-3 […]
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Birds of Prey: A Bird’s Eye View
Birds of Prey: A Bird’s Eye View
Join us to discover birds of prey, including hawks, owls and falcons from the Outdoor Discovery Center! You'll get to see the birds up close and learn about their habitat, as well as explore hands-on artifacts including skulls, feathers, pelts, and talons. Families are welcome. No registration required. Dates and Locations: Brooklyn Branch: June 13, […]
Tie Dye Fun
Tie Dye Fun
Join us at the Meijer Branch for some tie dye fun! We'll have a variety of dye colors and a limited number of t-shirts for children, teens, and adults (available while supplies last). You can also bring your own white t-shirt if you would prefer. No registration needed.
Birds of Prey: A Bird’s Eye View
Birds of Prey: A Bird’s Eye View
Join us to discover birds of prey, including hawks, owls and falcons from the Outdoor Discovery Center! You'll get to see the birds up close and learn about their habitat, as well as explore hands-on artifacts including skulls, feathers, pelts, and talons. Families are welcome. No registration required. Dates and Locations: Brooklyn Branch: June 13, […]
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Magical Monarchs
Magical Monarchs
Join a Dahlem Center Naturalist Educator to explore how amazing one of our most beloved insects truly is; the beautiful, magical Monarch Butterfly! You'll learn all about these tiny creatures’ life cycle, their treacherous 3,000 mile migration, and actions we can take to help them survive many threats that are continuing to lower their population […]
After Hours Board Game Night
After Hours Board Game Night
Enjoy an evening of board games at the Carnegie Library! You can bring a board game or borrow one of ours to play - just make sure to arrive before we close the doors to the public at 6 PM! Intended for adults.
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Crafty Covering: DIY Book Covers
Crafty Covering: DIY Book Covers
Get creative at the Parma Branch and make your own book cover for a book you love or remake one for a book that missed the (book)mark. Intended for kids and teens. No registration required.
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. Summer Dates (all sessions at 12 PM): June 15, July 13 and August […]
Carnegie Cart
Carnegie Cart
Stop by the Carnegie Library auditorium to play Mario Kart and Mario-themed board games! All ages are welcome. No registration required. Summer dates (all sessions 1-4 PM): June 15, July 27 and August 24
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Storytime at the Parma Branch
Storytime at the Parma Branch
JDL storytimes offer age-appropriate books, music, and activities for babies, toddlers, families, and young children. Most importantly, they help develop everyone’s imaginations! Parma Branch Summer Storytime: Mondays, 11 AM (ages 2-4)
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.
Teen Art Series
Teen Art Series
Teens 13+ can join Lacina Stieber at the Spring Arbor Branch for a different art project each month featuring a variety of media and themes. Dates (all sessions at 2:30 PM): June 17, July 15 and August 12. Call 517-750-2030 to register.
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Parma/Springport Book Club
Parma/Springport Book Club
Join us on the third Tuesday of the month at 10 AM at GG’s Cafe to discuss a new book each month. To learn more, stop by or call either branch.
What Does a Park Ranger Do?
What Does a Park Ranger Do?
What's is like working at a National Park as a Park Ranger? How does someone become a Park Ranger? These questions and more will be answered by JDL's own Bambi Skrzynski, former National Parks Ranger. Children of all ages are encouraged to join us this summer for a presentation and Q&A about this exciting career. […]
Crochet 101
Crochet 101
Join us every Tuesday in June at the Meijer Branch to learn the basics of crochet! We'll be starting with the slip knot and learning basic crochet stitches. No experience necessary! All supplies provided. Call 517-788-4480 to register. Intended for adults.
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Closed for Juneteenth
Closed for Juneteenth
All JDL locations will be closed Wednesday, June 19. Our digital resources are always available and the wifi, accessible from the parking lot, will remain on.
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Blood Drive
Blood Drive
Join us for a blood drive at the Meijer Branch on June 20 from 10 AM – 1:30 PM. Appointments are preferred, however walk-ins are accepted. Sign up for an appointment here. Learn about the critical need for blood donations in the summer months here. Everyone ages 21+ who attempts to donate blood will be […]
Big Block Storytime
Big Block Storytime
Listen to stories and play with big blocks at the Spring Arbor Branch! Intended for ages 2-5. Dates (all storytimes at 11 AM): June 6 & 20 July 11 & 25 August 8 & 22
Napoleon Book Club
Napoleon Book Club
Read the book of the month and enjoy discussion with other book club members at the Napoleon Branch. This group meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month at 2 PM. Call the branch at 517-536-4266 to learn more. Summer Dates: June 20, July 18 and August 15
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Trail Head Book Club
Trail Head Book Club
Interested in discussing what you’re reading and get book recommendations from others? Join us on the third Friday of the month at 12 PM at the Trail Head Coffee Shop in Concord to share conversation, meet new friends and discover new interests. Call the Concord Branch at 517-905-1379 for more information.
Chinese Bilingual Storytime
Chinese Bilingual Storytime
Grand Valley State University professor Haixia Liu will run a bilingual storytime for toddlers and young children featuring stories and crafts about Chinese Zodiac Animals and Festivals. Dates: June 21, 1 PM and August 28, 1 PM Call the Eastern Branch at 517-788-4074 to register for your preferred date.
Sourdough for Teens
Sourdough for Teens
Learn how to make a sourdough starter with Aaron Cole of DoughNation Bakery! Participants will learn how to start a sourdough starter as well as how to mix and shape a loaf of bread. This program is intended for teens 13+ and registration is required. Please call or stop by your branch to register. Dates and Locations: […]
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Bounce House Extravaganza
Bounce House Extravaganza
Join us at the Spring Arbor Branch for a Bounce House Extravaganza! We'll have multiple inflatables and activities for the entire family to enjoy. Dave's Dogs will be selling a tasty variety of hot dogs and sides throughout the day, and the Jacktown Ukes will perform at 12 PM. The Spring Arbor Fire Department will […]
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Storytime at the Parma Branch
Storytime at the Parma Branch
JDL storytimes offer age-appropriate books, music, and activities for babies, toddlers, families, and young children. Most importantly, they help develop everyone’s imaginations! Parma Branch Summer Storytime: Mondays, 11 AM (ages 2-4)
¿Cómo se dice…?
¿Cómo se dice…?
Did you learn Spanish in school, college or on a trip abroad? Haven’t practiced in years and feeling a little “rusty”? Enjoy refreshing your memory and practicing conversational Spanish at the Summit Branch! Register by calling the Summit Branch at 517-783-4030. Class Dates (all sessions at 5 PM): June 10 & 24, July 8 & 22, August […]
Challenge Your Shelf Book Club
Challenge Your Shelf Book Club
Join a unique book group where you choose what you read based on monthly prompts! Join us in person for monthly meetings at the Summit Branch to share what you read or complete your challenge by turning in your book review each month. For each book you read and complete a book review on, you […]
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What Does a Park Ranger Do?
What Does a Park Ranger Do?
What's is like working at a National Park as a Park Ranger? How does someone become a Park Ranger? These questions and more will be answered by JDL's own Bambi Skrzynski, former National Parks Ranger. Children of all ages are encouraged to join us this summer for a presentation and Q&A about this exciting career. […]
Henrietta Branch Book Club
Henrietta Branch Book Club
Join us on the last Tuesday of the month at 4 PM at the Henrietta Branch to discuss a new book each month. To learn more, stop by or call the branch at 517-769-6537.
Sourdough for Teens
Sourdough for Teens
Learn how to make a sourdough starter with Aaron Cole of DoughNation Bakery! Participants will learn how to start a sourdough starter as well as how to mix and shape a loaf of bread. This program is intended for teens 13+ and registration is required. Please call or stop by your branch to register. Dates and Locations: […]