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.
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 […]
Make Your Own Audiobook
Jackson, MI, United StatesLearn how to make your own audiobook with a phone/mobile device and record your favorite book(s) to send to loved ones or play for family members! This prerecorded program will be available on JDL's Facebook page and YouTube channel.
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 […]
JDL Trivia Night
Jackson, MI, United StatesJoin us for virtual trivia this summer! The top three contestants will receive a small prize from JDL. This program will take place on Zoom and contestants will be answering questions via AhaSlides. To register, click here.
Professor Snoopenheimer Snoops Out Kooky Kryptids
Jackson, MI, United StatesThe brilliant but eccentric (well... "kooky" really) professor, who last summer snooped out fairies, trolls and elves (oh my!) is back at it in 2021! This time he's snooping out "kryptids" (well... "cryptids" really)- mysterious "hidden" ("crypt") animals (Bigfoot, Nessie etc.) that may exist but not proven to exist. Now cryptids can be spooky, but […]
Concord Book Jackets Coffee Hour
Concord Branch 108 S. Main St., Concord, MI, United StatesJoin the Concord Branch for a book discussion with coffee and dessert! Contact the branch at (517) 905-1379 for upcoming titles or just bring a book you want to share. Intended for adults.
World Music Day Celebration
Jackson, MI, United StatesThe Jackson District Library and the Jackson Symphony Orchestra are virtually celebrating World Music Day (Fete de la Musique) on June 21 at 6 PM. An evening performance by Ara Topouzian Trio will bring the rhythmic sounds and stories of the Middle East to Jackson! Topouzian is a nationally recognized Armenian American, who mesmerizes audiences with […]