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Barks & Bites
Grass Lake Branch 130 W. Michigan Ave, Grass Lake, MI, United StatesCelebrate your K-9 furry family members! We will be making easy and healthy dog treats for participants to take home to their K-9 friends. Fun for all ages of humans, but please leave your pets at home.
Phase of the Moon Cups
Springport Branch 116 Mechanic St., Springport, MI, United StatesThis DIY toy helps kids understand and track the changing phases of the moon! As the cup turns, the child will see the moon change throughout the lunar phases.
Livability at Eastern Branch
Eastern Branch 3125 E. Michigan Ave., Jackson, MI, United StatesThe Eastern Branch will be hosting programs on the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month for all ages and abilities. The library will provide the supplies for different crafts, activities, and games. This program is intended for special needs adults and their caregivers, but all are welcome.
Barks & Bites
Spring Arbor Branch 122 Star Rd., Spring Arbor, MI, United StatesCelebrate your K-9 furry family members! We will be making easy and healthy dog treats for participants to take home to their K-9 friends. Fun for all ages of humans, but please leave your pets at home.
DIY Hair Pins
Eastern Branch 3125 E. Michigan Ave., Jackson, MI, United StatesWalk into fall in style by making your own DIY hair pins! All supplies provided.
Mess Free Finger Painting
Henrietta Branch 11744 Bunkerhill Rd., Pleasant Lake, MI, United StatesSounds unlikely, but it is true! This art activity is a perfect way for children to explore paints and color mixing while keeping the mess to a minimum. Children can create a finger painting masterpiece to take home, and grownups will appreciate taking the art home without the messy child.
Moving and Grooving Our Way to Literacy: Language Immersion for Young Children
Jackson, MI, United StatesJenifer Strauss is a former teacher, Storyteller, and Narrative Coach who specializes in Early Childhood Literacy. This workshop is designed for early childhood educators, youth librarians, caregivers and parents of young children. In this action-packed workshop, Jen will lead participants through a series of rich and diverse language experiences based on brain science and the […]
If You Can Tell It, You Can Write It: Personal Narrative and the Storytelling to Story Writing Connection
Jackson, MI, United StatesJenifer Strauss is a Storyteller, Narrative Coach and former Middle School teacher. Years ago, when a group of defiant sixth graders dared Jen to turn them into writers, she first asked them to become storytellers! Her Turning Points Personal Narrative Writing Process began with that group of students. In this workshop for upper elementary, middle […]
Turning Memories into Treasures
Jackson, MI, United StatesIn this 90-minute Zoom workshop, award winning storyteller and teaching artist, Judy Sima, helps families re-create memorable events in their lives. Through a step by step process that includes imaginative play, sketching and sharing, family members become eager to share their stories with others. (Ages 6 and up) This workshop is limited to 20 participants […]
JDL Book Boxes Sign Up
Jackson, MI, United StatesThis free subscription-like service will provide your children, aged 10-18, with a selection of materials based on your preferred options! These materials will be yours to keep, so you don’t need to worry about returning them to the library. Boxes will ship near the end of the month. Due to the amount of interest […]