Join us in the Carnegie Auditorium for an afternoon family movie. Light snacks and water will be provided. March 17 - The Bad Guys (2022, PG) April 21 - DC League of Super-Pets (2022, PG) May 19 - Strange World (2022, PG)

JDL storytimes offer age-appropriate books, music, and activities for babies, toddlers, families, and young children. Most importantly, they help develop everyone’s imaginations! Parma Branch Storytime: Mondays, 11 AM (ages 2-4) Storytimes will run weekly from January 8 to May 13. Please note: There will be no storytime during the week of March 25 due to […]

Join us at the Brooklyn Branch to learn about how to get started foraging with Rachel Mifsud from Will Forage for Food. Rachel will cover foraging basics such as why forage, what things do you need to think about, and where do you start learning. Time for questions and answers will also be available.

Join us for a blood drive at the Spring Arbor Branch on April 23 from 10 AM – 2:30 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.

JDL storytimes offer age-appropriate books, music, and activities for babies, toddlers, families, and young children. Most importantly, they help develop everyone’s imaginations! Henrietta Branch Storytime: Tuesdays, 11 AM (ages 3-5) Storytimes will run weekly from January 9 to May 14. Please note: There will be no storytime during the week of March 25 due to […]

JDL storytimes offer age-appropriate books, music, and activities for babies, toddlers, families, and young children. Most importantly, they help develop everyone’s imaginations! Eastern Branch Storytime: Tuesdays, 11 AM (ages 2-5) Storytimes will run weekly from January 9 to May 14. Please note: There will be no storytime during the week of March 25 due to […]

JDL storytimes offer age-appropriate books, music, and activities for babies, toddlers, families, and young children. Most importantly, they help develop everyone’s imaginations! Meijer Branch Storytime: Wednesdays, 10:30 AM (ages 3-5) Storytimes will run weekly from January 10 to May 15. Please note: There will be no storytime during the week of March 25 due to […]

Enjoy stories, hands-on activities and more in a storytime for ages 2-4 at the Summit Branch! Little Listeners Storytime will take place every Wednesday from January 10 to May 15. Please note: There will be no storytime during the week of March 25 due to Spring Break activities.

Homeschoolers of all ages and styles are invited to Homeschool Hangout Hour in the Carnegie Library auditorium every Wednesday from 12:30-1:30 PM. Different activities will be provided each week. Please note: there will be no Homeschool Hangout on March 27 due to the Spring Break escape room.

Kids ages 5-12 can drop in at the Spring Arbor Branch to create an art project. Supplies provided. Fall Dates (all sessions 3-4 PM): September 13 & 27 October 11 & 25 November 8 & 15

Let's gain some STEAM at the Summit Branch! Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math by learning, discovering, and creating together. March 27, 3 PM - Create an Art Bot April 24, 3 PM - Self-Watering Planter May 22, 3 PM - Lego Challenge & Zipline Intended for ages 8 to 12. Registration is required. […]

Create a lavender scented sachet for your closet or wherever you want to smell the natural relaxing aroma. Intended for teens and adults. Call the Henrietta Branch at 517-769-6537 to register.

JDL storytimes offer age-appropriate books, music, and activities for babies, toddlers, families, and young children. Most importantly, they help develop everyone’s imaginations! Carnegie Library Storytime: Thursdays, 10 AM (ages 0-5) Storytimes will run weekly from January 11 to May 16. Please note: There will be no storytime during the week of March 25 due to […]

JDL storytimes offer age-appropriate books, music, and activities for babies, toddlers, families, and young children. Most importantly, they help develop everyone’s imaginations! Grass Lake Branch Storytime: Thursdays, 11 AM (ages 3-5) Storytimes will run weekly from January 11 to May 16. Please note: There will be no storytime during the week of March 25 due […]

JDL storytimes offer age-appropriate books, music, and activities for babies, toddlers, families, and young children. Most importantly, they help develop everyone’s imaginations! Brooklyn Branch Storytime: Thursdays, 11 AM (ages 0-5) Storytimes will run weekly from January 11 to May 16. Please note: There will be no storytime during the week of March 25 due to […]

Storytime at the Spring Arbor Branch means a story with a corgi! Listen to stories and meet KJ and Cash the corgis on Thursdays at 11 AM. Storytime at Spring Arbor is designed for ages 1-5 and will run weekly from January 11 to May 16. Big Block Storytime: Listen to stories and play with […]

Get one-on-one basic tech support and explore JDL's digital resources! Tech Support will be available by appointment only at the Summit Branch on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month, from 2-4 PM. Call 517-783-4030 to schedule an appointment. Monthly Featured Digital Resources: March - Learning Express Library April - Hoopla May - LinkedIn […]

Join us for a free movie matinee at the Senior Site at the Spring Arbor Branch! All showings are at 1 PM. March 1: Dial M for Murder (1954) March 15: The Sting (1973) April 12: Tarzan the Ape Man (1932) April 26: Cool Hand Luke (1967) May 10: Maltese Falcon (1941) May 24: Double […]

**Yoga at the Spring Arbor Branch has been cancelled until further notice, due to unforeseen circumstances. Monthly sessions at the Carnegie Library and Eastern Branch will continue.** Join us for yoga at the Spring Arbor Branch on Saturdays to focus on building strength and stretching. Adults of all skill levels are welcome. Mats, blocks and […]

Make a shadow box with rolled flowers as a beautiful Mother's Day gift (or to keep for yourself). All ages are welcome. Call the Concord Branch at 517-905-1379 to register.

Learn how to make a sourdough starter at the Spring Arbor Branch. The program will be presented by Doughnation Bakery's Aaron Cole and participants will learn how to start a sourdough starter as well as how to mix and shape a loaf of bread. Space and supplies are limited. Call 517-750-2030 to register.

Explore the world of early animation devices and optical toys that led to the inventions of animation and cinema. Participants will learn the techniques used by early inventors to make moving images, and create their own thaumatropes, zoetropes, and other early motion-picture illusions. Intended for ages 8+. Call the Carnegie Library at 517-905-1331 to register.