JDL Chats: The Art and Process of Black Creators
Jackson, MI, United StatesJoin us for a discussion with artist Afua Richardson on the art and creative process of Black creators in the world of comic books, graphic novels and literary arts. This event will take place live on Zoom. To join, click here. About Afua: Afua Richardson is an American illustrator best known for her work […]
Storytime at the Henrietta Branch
Henrietta Branch 11744 Bunkerhill Rd., Pleasant Lake, MI, United StatesIt’s never too early to start exploring and learning with your child! JDL storytimes offer age appropriate books, music, and activities for babies, toddlers, families, and young children. Most importantly, they help develop everyone’s imaginations! Storytime at the Henrietta Branch will run weekly on Tuesdays from January 11 to February 22.
Comics Go to College
Jackson, MI, United StatesThis series of lectures, each with time for Q&A from comics legend, Stephen R. Bissette, will be offered via Zoom to the wider community free of charge. Presented in partnership with Jackson ConCon, Jackson College and Nostalgia, Ink. October 13, 7 PM: Illustrating Regional Cryptozoological Lore - This lecture provides an illustrated overview of various […]
Storytime at the Meijer Branch
Meijer Branch 2699 Airport Rd., Jackson, MI, United StatesIt’s never too early to start exploring and learning with your child! JDL storytimes offer age appropriate books, music, and activities for babies, toddlers, families, and young children. Most importantly, they help develop everyone’s imaginations! Storytime at the Meijer Branch will run weekly on Wednesdays from January 12 to February 23.
Storytime at the Carnegie Library
Carnegie Library Jackson, MI, United StatesIt’s never too early to start exploring and learning with your child! JDL storytimes offer age appropriate books, music, and activities for babies, toddlers, families, and young children. Most importantly, they help develop everyone’s imaginations! Storytime at the Carnegie Library will run weekly on Thursdays from January 13 to February 24.
Storytime at the Brooklyn Branch
Brooklyn Branch 207 N. Main St., Brooklyn, MI, United StatesIt’s never too early to start exploring and learning with your child! JDL storytimes offer age appropriate books, music, and activities for babies, toddlers, families, and young children. Most importantly, they help develop everyone’s imaginations! Storytime at the Brooklyn Branch will run weekly on Thursdays from January 13 to February 24.
Celebrate Black Super Heroes
Carnegie Library Jackson, MI, United StatesCelebrate Black Super Heroes during Black History Month! Logo Hunt: Stop by all 13 library branches during the month of February to collect all the superhero logos and check out displays with books, graphic novels, movies, etc. starring each superhero. Showcase: Join us in the Carnegie Library auditorium on February 26 from 12-2 PM to […]
Winter Wonderland LEGO Contest
Spring Arbor Branch 122 Star Rd., Spring Arbor, MI, United StatesCongratulations to our Winter Wonderland LEGO contest winners! 3-5 Age Group 1st Place: Elsie W. 2nd Place: Peter P. 6-8 Age Group 1st Place: Teddy B. 2nd Place: Lucy K 9-11 Age Group 1st Place: Lena Grace and Haynes B. 2nd Place: Micah G. Thank you to everyone who everyone who submitted a […]
Ukulele Jam Session
Eastern Branch 3125 E. Michigan Ave., Jackson, MI, United StatesThe Jacktown Ukes meet the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month and are happy to have others jam with them! If you are a newbie, we will have an extra ukulele on hand. Resources on how to play are provided, however, we are not able to provide lessons. To learn more, call the Eastern […]
International Wheelchair Day
Jackson, MI, United StatesInternational Wheelchair Day was first launched on March 1, 2008. This annual event celebrates the positive impact wheelchairs have in their users lives as well as acknowledge that there are many people who are in need of wheelchairs that do not have access. You can stop by a JDL branch for resources on local agencies […]