Virtual Storytime
Jackson, MI, United StatesWe’re shaking things up for storytime in 2021! Every Tuesday at 10:30 AM, we’ll share a prerecorded storytime on our Facebook page. Then, join us every Thursday at 10:30 AM for a live storytime with JDL staff! To join, click here.
Excel Help with Mark
Jackson, MI, United StatesThis series of online Zoom classes, presented by Mark Foeller, is perfect for beginner or intermediate Excel users. Classes will also have sections of "Help with Excel" where patrons can discuss (and fix) problems they are having with Excel, with Mark's help. May 11: Introduction to Excel - What Excel can do and why you […]
JDL Board Meeting
Meijer Branch 2699 Airport Rd., Jackson, MI, United StatesThis meeting will take place at the Meijer Branch and is open to the public, however seating is limited due to capacity restrictions.
StoryWalk® 2021: Choose Your Own Adventure
Jackson, MI, United StatesTake a walk in your neighborhood while enjoying a story with StoryWalk®! This year, our featured story is Your Grandparents are Ninjas by Anson Montgomery. This program is perfect for families to drop by at their leisure and follow the story signs that will be present at all locations. Locations: Ella Sharp Museum Dahlem […]
Closed for Memorial Day
Jackson, MI, United StatesAll JDL locations will be closed for Memorial Day.
Craft Work: Simple Birdfeeder
Jackson, MI, United StatesPick up an easy bird feeder kit at your local branch beginning June 9! Each kit comes with cheerios and pipe cleaners to make some fun treats for your backyard birds (while supplies last). This craft is great for helping preschoolers develop fine motor skills while appreciating our local wildlife.
Teen Discord Hangout
Jackson, MI, United StatesThe Jackson District Library now has a teen Discord Server for Jackson County teens ages 13-18. This is a space for teens to meet new friends and connect on topics like anime, art, books, gaming, and graphic novels with access to library resources on mental health, self-care and more. Hangouts will take place Thursdays from 3-7 PM […]
Pets Caught Reading Photo Contest
Jackson, MI, United StatesEnter a photo of your furry, feathered and/or scaly friends reading your favorite book for the chance to win a gift card to one of three local pet stores! Photos may be submitted June 7-11 (Pets Appreciation Week!) to marketing@myjdl.com along with your name and your pet's name. Winners will be announced June 14. For contest […]
Oliver’s Animal Adventures
Jackson, MI, United StatesPresented by Alex Thomas & Friends, this program mixes the silliness of puppetry with a series of live exotic animals for an educational and entertaining virtual program! Each day from June 7-11 a new video will premiere on our Facebook page and here on our website. Featured Animals: Lynx: Available June 7-13 Kinkajou: Available June […]
Fantastical Beasts
Jackson, MI, United StatesDreaming of dragons, gryphons, and more? Look no further than your own backyard for beasts of myth and legend! Explore the magical adaptations of Michigan’s wildlife with this live animal presentation by the Howell Nature Center, including native birds, mammals, and reptiles and learn that the supernatural is just that – SUPER NATURE! To watch […]