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Discover Michigan Wrap-Up Tour
Let's take a road trip across the great Mitten State to wrap up Summer Discover 2023! Pick up a passport at any JDL location from July 21-31 and start making your way around the district to explore all 13 Michigan destinations represented at the branches. Visit 3 locations to earn a frisbee, visit 7 locations […]
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Discover Michigan Wrap-Up Tour
Let's take a road trip across the great Mitten State to wrap up Summer Discover 2023! Pick up a passport at any JDL location from July 21-31 and start making your way around the district to explore all 13 Michigan destinations represented at the branches. Visit 3 locations to earn a frisbee, visit 7 locations […]
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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Garden to Table
Garden to Table
Join MSU Extension Educator Kellie Jordan to learn about good gardening and harvesting, along with preparing and preserving food from the garden safely. Please call the Summit Branch 517-783-4030 to register.
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Drop-In Art for Kids
Drop-In Art for Kids
Kids ages 5-12 can drop in at the Spring Arbor Branch from 3-4 PM to create an art project. Supplies provided. Summer Dates: June 7, 21, 28 July 12, 19, 27 August 2, 9, 16, 23
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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.
Discover Your Community Storytimes
Discover Your Community Storytimes
Get to know your community at the Summit Branch! Enjoy listening to a story and participating in activities presented by our community helpers (all sessions take place at 2 PM): June 15: Summit Township Fire Department July 6: Jackson County Sheriff Department July 13: Ace Hardware August 3: Jackson County Health Department August 10: TRUE […]
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Living History at JDL
Living History at JDL
Jackson District Library is proud to present a new, ongoing program series called Living History. The summer portion of the series will be focusing on Civil War history and the amazing information found at your local cemeteries. Guided Tours of Mt. Evergreen Cemetery, featuring local historian Linda Hass and friends, will be held on Saturday, […]
Michigan Lighthouses
Michigan Lighthouses
Learn about Michigan's lighthouses with Laurie Perkins from the Michigan DNR. Dates and Locations: Brooklyn Branch: June 28, 2 PM Springport Branch: August 5, 12 PM (Call 517-905-1459 to register) About the presenter: Laurie Perkins is is the Site Historian for the Mann House, Walker Tavern, and the Tawas Point Lighthouse. In 2020, she […]
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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.
Just Desserts Book Group
Just Desserts Book Group
Just Desserts Book Group returns to Spring Arbor Branch on the first Monday of the month at 12 PM! To learn more, call the branch at 517-750-2030.
Sunflower String Art
Sunflower String Art
String Art Expert Christy will teach you how to make your very own sunflower string art! All materials provided. Intended for ages 8+. Please call 517-522-8211 to register.
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PJ Storytime
PJ Storytime
Join us for a PJ Storytime at the Meijer Branch on August 9 at 10 AM! Drop your stuffed animal off a day or two in advanced of story time and they will have a sleep over in the library. Then wear your favorite PJs to storytime and hear about all the fun things your […]
Drop-In Art for Kids
Drop-In Art for Kids
Kids ages 5-12 can drop in at the Spring Arbor Branch from 3-4 PM to create an art project. Supplies provided. Summer Dates: June 7, 21, 28 July 12, 19, 27 August 2, 9, 16, 23
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Discover Your Community Storytimes
Discover Your Community Storytimes
Get to know your community at the Summit Branch! Enjoy listening to a story and participating in activities presented by our community helpers (all sessions take place at 2 PM): June 15: Summit Township Fire Department July 6: Jackson County Sheriff Department July 13: Ace Hardware August 3: Jackson County Health Department August 10: TRUE […]
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: June 8, July 13, August 10 (all sessions at 5:30 […]
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Senior Services Q&A
Senior Services Q&A
Laurie Mead, from the Department on Aging and Crouch Senior Center Services, will be giving a short presentation, and providing resources including a Q&A, for seniors and their loved ones. Springport Branch: August 11, 3 PM Parma Branch: August 18, 3 PM This program will highlight resources available to the seniors in our community to […]
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African American Genealogy
African American Genealogy
Join us at the Carnegie Library for a series of workshops on African American Genealogy presented by the Jackson County Genealogical Society. You will learn how to search the US Census, African American-owned newspapers, and the US Freedman's Bank database. Summer Dates: June 10, August 12, 10 AM -12 PM
Super Paracord Bracelets
Super Paracord Bracelets
Design a paracord bracelet and learn the history behind paracord and why it is so durable. Intended for teens. Call 517-531-4908 to register.
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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.
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. This program takes place on the second Monday of […]
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Space Exploration
Space Exploration
Join at the Henrietta Branch us as we create a pocket-sized scale model of the solar system, create your own eclipse art, and other fun science activities! Intended for ages 6-12.
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Drop-In Art for Kids
Drop-In Art for Kids
Kids ages 5-12 can drop in at the Spring Arbor Branch from 3-4 PM to create an art project. Supplies provided. Summer Dates: June 7, 21, 28 July 12, 19, 27 August 2, 9, 16, 23
Get Creative: Carving 101
Get Creative: Carving 101
Join Bob Badertscher from South Central Woodcarvers to learn about the creative hobby of woodcarving. He will share examples and teach you the techniques to create your own carving out of a bar of soap. Intended for teens and adults. Call to Summit Branch to register at 517-783-4030.
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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.
Discover Your Community Storytimes
Discover Your Community Storytimes
Get to know your community at the Summit Branch! Enjoy listening to a story and participating in activities presented by our community helpers (all sessions take place at 2 PM): June 15: Summit Township Fire Department July 6: Jackson County Sheriff Department July 13: Ace Hardware August 3: Jackson County Health Department August 10: TRUE […]
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Senior Services Q&A
Senior Services Q&A
Laurie Mead, from the Department on Aging and Crouch Senior Center Services, will be giving a short presentation, and providing resources including a Q&A, for seniors and their loved ones. Springport Branch: August 11, 3 PM Parma Branch: August 18, 3 PM This program will highlight resources available to the seniors in our community to […]
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Science Saturday
Science Saturday
Join the Parma Branch Staff for creative, scientific, and interactive STEAM activity! Summer Dates: June 10, 11:30 AM: Celebrate famous American Architect Frank Lloyd Wright by building your own structure. August 19, 11:30 AM: Learn about momentum and energy by building a Newton's Cradle. Call the branch at 517-531-4908 to register.
Nutritional Workshop Series
Nutritional Workshop Series
Join holistic nutritionist Savannah Curtis from Grateful Fox Nutrition at the Spring Arbor Branch for a series of workshops on supporting wellness through nutrition. June 17: Women's Wellness July 15: Eating for Energy August 19: Pantry Makeover All sessions will take place at 12 PM.
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Blood Drive at the Carnegie Library
Blood Drive at the Carnegie Library
Join us for a blood drive at the Carnegie Library on August 21 from 10 AM – 2:15 PM. Appointments are preferred, however walk-ins are accepted. Sign up for an appointment here. This event is presented by Versiti Blood Center of Michigan. For eligibility guidelines and blood donation FAQs, click here.
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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Drop-In Art for Kids
Drop-In Art for Kids
Kids ages 5-12 can drop in at the Spring Arbor Branch from 3-4 PM to create an art project. Supplies provided. Summer Dates: June 7, 21, 28 July 12, 19, 27 August 2, 9, 16, 23
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Crazy Craft Creations
Crazy Craft Creations
Create a different craft every month at the Spring Arbor Branch. Space is limited, please call 517-750-2030 to register. Summer Dates (all sessions take place at 5:30 PM): June 22, July 27, August 24 This program is intended for adults.
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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, […]
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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, […]
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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, […]
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