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Genealogy 102: Digging Deeper into Family History
Meijer Branch 2699 Airport Rd., Jackson, MI, United StatesJoin us for the second installment of this incredibly popular lecture series, presented by Adult Services. This time around we will cover how to really dig into records, through online databases, many of which are available through Jackson District Library. Start to shape the narrative of your family history by using the tools available just […]
Lost Towns of Eastern Michigan
Carnegie Library Jackson, MI, United StatesMany of eastern Michigan's old boomtowns and sleepy villages are faded memories. Nature reclaimed the ruins of some while progress paved over the rest. Discover the stories of lost communities hidden in plain sight or just off the beaten track. The vanished religious colony of Ora Labora fell into a state of near-constant inebriation when […]
Life in Extreme Environments
Meijer Branch 2699 Airport Rd., Jackson, MI, United StatesNicolle Zellner, PhD, Department of Physics at Albion College, is the presenter of this program. Dr. Zellner's research involves understanding the impact history of the Earth-Moon system. She studies the geochemical and chronological information obtained from lunar impact glasses in order to understand how many impact events the lunar surface has suffered. This information can […]
101 Things That Happened on the Mackinac Bridge
Summit Branch 104 W. Bird Street, Jackson, MI, United StatesJoin us at the Summit Branch for an entertaining, informative presentation by Mike Fornes about Michigan's iconic five-mile span. Hear the stories, see the photos, and meet the people who made this engineering wonder a symbol of Michigan. Please call the Summit Branch at (517) 783-4030 for more information.
UFO Stories and Experiences
Carnegie Library Jackson, MI, United States"MUFON's Best New UFO Cases" Every year, the Mutual UFO Network, the world's largest civilian UFO research organization, compiles the best of the thousands of cases it receives every year. Come hear stunning recent accounts of unidentified aerial phenomena doing amazing maneuvers, startling people and animals alike, engaging with military aircraft, and more. Bill Konkolesky […]
Planetscapes: Landscapes of the Solar System
Carnegie Library Jackson, MI, United StatesThe landscapes of planets, moons, and comets evoke a sense of awe and exultation for those who can appreciate their beauty. Only since the 1960s have these multi-billion year old vistas been glimpsed up close by humanity's robotic emissaries to the depths of space. In this visually evocative presentation, Dr. Kirby Daniel Runyon highlights the […]
Amazing UFO Cases – Best New Cases
Meijer Branch 2699 Airport Rd., Jackson, MI, United StatesEvery year, the Mutual UFO Network, the world's largest civilian UFO research organization, compiles the best of the thousands of cases it receives every year. Come hear stunning recent accounts of unidentified aerial phenomena doing amazing maneuvers, startling people and animals alike, engaging with military aircraft, and more. Bill Konkolesky is the State Director of […]
Larry Martin Presents “WWII In Their Own Words”
Carnegie Library Jackson, MI, United StatesJoin Larry Martin and watch his interview with Marine Corps Sargent R.V. Burgin, who talks about the three horrific battles in which he participated in the South Pacific during WWII: the battle of Cape Gloucester New Britain in the Solomon Islands, the battle of Peleliu, and the battle of Okinawa. Patrons will be regaled with […]
Andy Skrzynski, author of “The New World” Series Visits the Spring Arbor Branch
Spring Arbor Branch 122 Star Rd., Spring Arbor, MI, United StatesLocal and Amazon Best Seller Author of "The New World" Series, Andy Skrzynski, will be at the Spring Arbor Branch to share writing and publishing experiences and present his latest novel, "The New World: Crimson Winter." Discussion and book signing. www.andyskrzynski.com
Ghost Hunting
Carnegie Library Jackson, MI, United StatesDebi Chestnut has been able to see and speak to ghosts her whole life. A paranormal researcher for more than twenty-five years, she gives lectures and conducts workshops to help people better understand paranormal activity. Her books on the paranormal are: "Something Wicked," "Stalking Shadows," "How to Clear Your Home of Ghosts and Spirits," "Is […]