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Puzzle Competition
Puzzle Competition
Consider yourself a puzzle master? Grab a group of four and race to beat the other teams to determine who is the fastest of them all. Contact the Carnegie Library at 517-905-1331 to register and reserve your team's spot! All ages can participate; however, all teams will be competing against each other.
4 events,
Storytime at the Parma Branch
Storytime at the Parma Branch
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 Summer Storytime: Mondays, 11 AM (ages 2-4)
Just Desserts Book Club
Just Desserts Book Club
Just Desserts Book Club meets at the Spring Arbor Branch on the first Monday of the month at 12 PM. To learn more, call the branch at 517-750-2030.
Yoga at Carnegie
Yoga at Carnegie
Come relax, unwind, and take care of your body with the slow and gentle flow of yoga at the Carnegie Library! Bring your own mat. If you do not have one, a limited amount are available. This program takes place first Monday of each month at 3 PM.
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Little Listeners Summer Storytime
Little Listeners Summer Storytime
Enjoy stories, hands-on activities and more in a storytime for 2–4-year-olds every Wednesday at the Summit Branch. There will be no storytime on June 19, due to the library being closed for Juneteenth.
Books & Brews Book Club
Books & Brews Book Club
Join us for pizza and drinks at 127 Brewing on the first Wednesday of the month at 6 PM as we discuss books chosen by the group. To learn more, contact the Adult Services Department at (517) 905-1399 or adultservices@myjdl.com.
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Closed for Fourth of July
Closed for Fourth of July
All JDL locations will be closed July 4. Our digital resources are always available and the wifi, accessible from the parking lot, will remain on.
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Meijer Branch Book Club
Meijer Branch Book Club
Join us on the first Friday of the month from 10-11:30 AM at the Meijer Branch to discuss a book selected by the group. Summer Dates and Titles: June 7: To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee July 4: Go Set a Watchman by Harper Lee August 2: The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by […]
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1 event,
Crafts at Carnegie
Crafts at Carnegie
Join us at the Carnegie Library for a new craft each month! Summer Dates: June 2, July 7, August 4 Call 517-905-1339 to register. Ages 14+.
3 events,
Storytime at the Parma Branch
Storytime at the Parma Branch
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 Summer Storytime: Mondays, 11 AM (ages 2-4)
Yoga at Eastern
Yoga at Eastern
Come relax, unwind, and take care of your body with the slow and gentle flow of yoga at the Eastern Branch! 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 the month at 3 PM.
¿Cómo se dice…?
¿Cómo se dice…?
Did you learn Spanish in school, college or on a trip abroad? Haven’t practiced in years and feeling a little “rusty”? Enjoy refreshing your memory and practicing conversational Spanish at the Summit Branch! Register by calling the Summit Branch at 517-783-4030. Class Dates (all sessions at 5 PM): June 10 & 24, July 8 & 22, August […]
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What Does a Park Ranger Do?
What Does a Park Ranger Do?
What's is like working at a National Park as a Park Ranger? How does someone become a Park Ranger? These questions and more will be answered by JDL's own Bambi Skrzynski, former National Parks Ranger. Children of all ages are encouraged to join us this summer for a presentation and Q&A about this exciting career. […]
5 events,
National Parks Storytime
National Parks Storytime
Join us at the Meijer Branch for a special storytime about our National Parks! We'll read stories, sing songs, and make a National Parks themed craft together. Intended for ages 3-6. No registration required.
Little Listeners Summer Storytime
Little Listeners Summer Storytime
Enjoy stories, hands-on activities and more in a storytime for 2–4-year-olds every Wednesday at the Summit Branch. There will be no storytime on June 19, due to the library being closed for Juneteenth.
Kaboomistry
Kaboomistry
Michigan Science Center presents Kaboomistry! Why do things explode? Kids can learn about the relationships between pressure, temperature, and fuel to explain why things go KA-BOOM! We’ll mix physics and chemistry to get some loud, flashy effects! No registration required. Dates and Locations: Meijer Branch: June 12, 11 AM Spring Arbor Branch: June 12, 3 […]
8 events,
Creative Connections
Creative Connections
Patrons of all abilities are welcome to join us at the Meijer Branch on the first Thursday of the month* from 10 AM-12 PM for Creative Connections! Bingo: June 6, August 1 Arts, Crafts & Games: July 11 This program is intended for adults with special needs, though all are welcome! No registration is needed, […]
Caribbean Steel Drums
Caribbean Steel Drums
Enjoy an interactive performance by a Caribbean Steel Drum band! All ages are welcome. No registration required. Dates and Locations: Eastern Branch: July 11, 10:30 AM Summit Branch: July 11, 2 PM Spring Arbor Branch: July 11, 5:30 PM Grass Lake Branch (held at Lost Railway Museum): July 24, 11 AM Carnegie Library: July 24, […]
Big Block Storytime
Big Block Storytime
Listen to stories and play with big blocks at the Spring Arbor Branch! Intended for ages 2-5. Dates (all storytimes at 11 AM): June 6 & 20 July 11 & 25 August 8 & 22
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Read with a Dog
Read with a Dog
What better way to achieve your reading goal this summer than to read with a dog! Join us at the Jackson County Animal Shelter to show some love to a dog in need by reading them a story. All ages are welcome, however younger children must be accompanied by an adult. Session Dates: June 20, […]
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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 (all sessions at 12 PM): June 15, July 13 and August […]
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Cooking 101: The Mother Sauces
Cooking 101: The Mother Sauces
In the French culinary tradition, there are sauces known as "Mother Sauces" - Tomato Sauce, Béchamel, Velouté, Espagnole, and Hollandaise. Knowing these basic Mother Sauces provide a foundation to experiment and create new sauce and dishes. In this class, you'll learn about the Mother Sauces and how you can build on them to expand your […]
5 events,
Storytime at the Parma Branch
Storytime at the Parma Branch
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 Summer Storytime: Mondays, 11 AM (ages 2-4)
Spinebenders Book Club
Spinebenders Book Club
Join us at the Hanover Branch for a book club on the third Monday of the month from 1-2 PM. Stop by or call the branch at 517-905-1399 to learn more.
Spore Prints
Spore Prints
Explore the world of Fungi with Albion's Kids 'N' Stuff Museum! Kids ages 7-13 will learn about the parts of a mushroom, participate in a "mushroom dissection," and then use their mushroom to create a piece of art. Registration is required from this program. Please call or stop by your branch to register. Dates and Locations: Carnegie Library: […]
2 events,
Parma/Springport Book Club
Parma/Springport Book Club
Join us on the third Tuesday of the month at 10 AM at GG’s Cafe to discuss a new book each month. To learn more, stop by or call either branch.
Spore Prints
Spore Prints
Explore the world of Fungi with Albion's Kids 'N' Stuff Museum! Kids ages 7-13 will learn about the parts of a mushroom, participate in a "mushroom dissection," and then use their mushroom to create a piece of art. Registration is required from this program. Please call or stop by your branch to register. Dates and Locations: Carnegie Library: […]
3 events,
Little Listeners Summer Storytime
Little Listeners Summer Storytime
Enjoy stories, hands-on activities and more in a storytime for 2–4-year-olds every Wednesday at the Summit Branch. There will be no storytime on June 19, due to the library being closed for Juneteenth.
Spore Prints
Spore Prints
Explore the world of Fungi with Albion's Kids 'N' Stuff Museum! Kids ages 7-13 will learn about the parts of a mushroom, participate in a "mushroom dissection," and then use their mushroom to create a piece of art. Registration is required from this program. Please call or stop by your branch to register. Dates and Locations: Carnegie Library: […]
Eager Readers: Just Chillin’
Eager Readers: Just Chillin’
Cool off with us at the Summit Branch! Bring your Eager Readers ages 5 to 7 to enjoy stories, games and to make their own delicious, brain freeze-worthy slushie in a bag. Call the Summit Branch to register 517-783-4030.
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Dinosaur Romp
Dinosaur Romp
Join us at the Carnegie Library to stomp and roar with dinosaur-themed activities, including storytime, a dino egg hunt and an obstacle course. Intended for preschoolers. Call 517-905-1331 to register. This program will take place on the Carnegie front lawn, weather permitting. In the event of rain, activities will be moved indoors.
Spore Prints
Spore Prints
Explore the world of Fungi with Albion's Kids 'N' Stuff Museum! Kids ages 7-13 will learn about the parts of a mushroom, participate in a "mushroom dissection," and then use their mushroom to create a piece of art. Registration is required from this program. Please call or stop by your branch to register. Dates and Locations: Carnegie Library: […]
Napoleon Book Club
Napoleon Book Club
Read the book of the month and enjoy discussion with other book club members at the Napoleon Branch. This group meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month at 2 PM. Call the branch at 517-536-4266 to learn more. Summer Dates: June 20, July 18 and August 15
4 events,
Trail Head Book Club
Trail Head Book Club
Interested in discussing what you’re reading and get book recommendations from others? Join us on the third Friday of the month at 12 PM at the Trail Head Coffee Shop in Concord to share conversation, meet new friends and discover new interests. Call the Concord Branch at 517-905-1379 for more information.
Senior Movie Matinee
Senior Movie Matinee
Join us for a free movie matinee and snacks at the Senior Site at the Spring Arbor Branch! All showings are at 1 PM. June 21: The Dirty Dozen (1967) July 19: The Great Debaters (2007) August 16: Jaws (1975)
Spore Prints
Spore Prints
Explore the world of Fungi with Albion's Kids 'N' Stuff Museum! Kids ages 7-13 will learn about the parts of a mushroom, participate in a "mushroom dissection," and then use their mushroom to create a piece of art. Registration is required from this program. Please call or stop by your branch to register. Dates and Locations: Carnegie Library: […]
2 events,
Craft Supply Swap
Craft Supply Swap
Join us for a craft supply swap at the Meijer Branch! Clear out your cubbies, closets, and stashes of those unwanted craft supplies, and take home something you'll actually use. Drop-off Times: July 14-19 during open hours and July 20 from 9-10 AM Swap Time: July 20 from 10 AM-4 PM
Making Mystic Manors
Making Mystic Manors
Help! Builders and Painters needed! The goblins and fairies need new homes due to the strong summer storms blowing through the moors. Patrons get to paint and decorate their own terra cotta pot as a fairy or goblin hideaway. Families welcome. Call the Parma Branch at 517-531-4908 to register.
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Magic: The Gathering
Magic: The Gathering
Join fellow enthusiasts for an afternoon of Magic: The Gathering at the Carnegie Library. Participants will need to bring their own cards.
3 events,
Storytime at the Parma Branch
Storytime at the Parma Branch
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 Summer Storytime: Mondays, 11 AM (ages 2-4)
¿Cómo se dice…?
¿Cómo se dice…?
Did you learn Spanish in school, college or on a trip abroad? Haven’t practiced in years and feeling a little “rusty”? Enjoy refreshing your memory and practicing conversational Spanish at the Summit Branch! Register by calling the Summit Branch at 517-783-4030. Class Dates (all sessions at 5 PM): June 10 & 24, July 8 & 22, August […]
Exploring Our National Parks
Exploring Our National Parks
Join us for a presentation exploring some of America’s National Parks with Jackson photographer, author and historian, Douglas Leffler. Douglas will cover a select number of National Parks that he and his wife Sandra visited over the years, followed by a discussion on visiting Michigan's State parks and our local parks. Dates and Locations: Summit […]
2 events,
Richard Paul, Ventriloquist – Brooklyn Branch
Richard Paul, Ventriloquist – Brooklyn Branch
Richard Paul and his puppet friends will entertain children and families with a mix of stand-up comedy, music, magic, and funny ventriloquist characters. No registration required.
Richard Paul, Ventriloquist – Henrietta Branch
Richard Paul, Ventriloquist – Henrietta Branch
Richard Paul and his puppet friends will entertain children and families with a mix of stand-up comedy, music, magic, and funny ventriloquist characters. No registration required.
7 events,
Caribbean Steel Drums
Caribbean Steel Drums
Enjoy an interactive performance by a Caribbean Steel Drum band! All ages are welcome. No registration required. Dates and Locations: Eastern Branch: July 11, 10:30 AM Summit Branch: July 11, 2 PM Spring Arbor Branch: July 11, 5:30 PM Grass Lake Branch (held at Lost Railway Museum): July 24, 11 AM Carnegie Library: July 24, […]
Little Listeners Summer Storytime
Little Listeners Summer Storytime
Enjoy stories, hands-on activities and more in a storytime for 2–4-year-olds every Wednesday at the Summit Branch. There will be no storytime on June 19, due to the library being closed for Juneteenth.
Read with a Root Beer Float
Read with a Root Beer Float
Check out a book at the Concord Branch and receive an official JDL stamp, then walk to the Mann House to sit under the beautiful trees to read your book and enjoy a tasty root bear float compliments of the historical Mann House! All ages are welcome. Dates: June 12, 1:30-3 PM July 24, 1:30-3 […]
4 events,
Big Block Storytime
Big Block Storytime
Listen to stories and play with big blocks at the Spring Arbor Branch! Intended for ages 2-5. Dates (all storytimes at 11 AM): June 6 & 20 July 11 & 25 August 8 & 22
Tech Support
Tech Support
Need help navigating your device? Get one-on-one basic tech support and explore JDL’s digital resources! Tech Support is available by appointment only at the Summit Branch. Call 517-783-4030 to schedule an appointment.
Pokémon Origami
Pokémon Origami
Learn how to fold a Pokémon character in a beginner origami class at the Brooklyn Branch! Intended for tweens and teens ages 10-17. Call 517-905-1369 to register. Presented by: Ai Yoshida, Jackson College Asian Pacific Islander Liaison
4 events,
National Teen Lock-IN
National Teen Lock-IN
Join us for Minute to Win It, crafts, video games, VR, food and more at the Spring Arbor Branch July 26, 8 PM – July 27, 8 AM! Intended for ages 10+. Registration and permission slips required. Call 517-750-2030 to register.
Birds of Prey: A Bird’s Eye View
Birds of Prey: A Bird’s Eye View
Join us to discover birds of prey, including hawks, owls and falcons from the Outdoor Discovery Center! You'll get to see the birds up close and learn about their habitat, as well as explore hands-on artifacts including skulls, feathers, pelts, and talons. Families are welcome. No registration required. Dates and Locations: Brooklyn Branch: June 13, […]
Birds of Prey: A Bird’s Eye View
Birds of Prey: A Bird’s Eye View
Join us to discover birds of prey, including hawks, owls and falcons from the Outdoor Discovery Center! You'll get to see the birds up close and learn about their habitat, as well as explore hands-on artifacts including skulls, feathers, pelts, and talons. Families are welcome. No registration required. Dates and Locations: Brooklyn Branch: June 13, […]
Birds of Prey: A Bird’s Eye View
Birds of Prey: A Bird’s Eye View
Join us to discover birds of prey, including hawks, owls and falcons from the Outdoor Discovery Center! You'll get to see the birds up close and learn about their habitat, as well as explore hands-on artifacts including skulls, feathers, pelts, and talons. Families are welcome. No registration required. Dates and Locations: Brooklyn Branch: June 13, […]
2 events,
Carnegie Cart
Carnegie Cart
Stop by the Carnegie Library auditorium to play Mario Kart and Mario-themed board games! All ages are welcome. No registration required. Summer dates (all sessions 1-4 PM): June 15, July 27 and August 24
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2 events,
Storytime at the Parma Branch
Storytime at the Parma Branch
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 Summer Storytime: Mondays, 11 AM (ages 2-4)
Challenge Your Shelf Book Club
Challenge Your Shelf Book Club
Join a unique book group where you choose what you read based on monthly prompts! Join us in person for monthly meetings at the Summit Branch to share what you read or complete your challenge by turning in your book review each month. For each book you read and complete a book review on, you […]
2 events,
What Does a Park Ranger Do?
What Does a Park Ranger Do?
What's is like working at a National Park as a Park Ranger? How does someone become a Park Ranger? These questions and more will be answered by JDL's own Bambi Skrzynski, former National Parks Ranger. Children of all ages are encouraged to join us this summer for a presentation and Q&A about this exciting career. […]
Henrietta Branch Book Club
Henrietta Branch Book Club
Join us on the last Tuesday of the month at 4 PM at the Henrietta Branch to discuss a new book each month. To learn more, stop by or call the branch at 517-769-6537.
2 events,
Little Listeners Summer Storytime
Little Listeners Summer Storytime
Enjoy stories, hands-on activities and more in a storytime for 2–4-year-olds every Wednesday at the Summit Branch. There will be no storytime on June 19, due to the library being closed for Juneteenth.
Gaining STEAM
Gaining STEAM
Let's gain some STEAM at the Summit Branch! Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math by learning, discovering, and creating together. June 26, 3 PM - Experimenting with Magnets July 31, 3 PM - Don't Touch the Lava STEAM Challenge August 14, 3 PM - Ocean Art Intended for ages 8 to 12. Registration is […]
2 events,
Creative Connections
Creative Connections
Patrons of all abilities are welcome to join us at the Meijer Branch on the first Thursday of the month* from 10 AM-12 PM for Creative Connections! Bingo: June 6, August 1 Arts, Crafts & Games: July 11 This program is intended for adults with special needs, though all are welcome! No registration is needed, […]
Tech Support
Tech Support
Need help navigating your device? Get one-on-one basic tech support and explore JDL’s digital resources! Tech Support is available by appointment only at the Summit Branch. Call 517-783-4030 to schedule an appointment.
1 event,
Meijer Branch Book Club
Meijer Branch Book Club
Join us on the first Friday of the month from 10-11:30 AM at the Meijer Branch to discuss a book selected by the group. Summer Dates and Titles: June 7: To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee July 4: Go Set a Watchman by Harper Lee August 2: The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by […]
3 events,
Sourdough Saturday
Sourdough Saturday
Learn how to make a sourdough starter with Aaron Cole of Doughnation Bakery! Participants will learn how to start a sourdough starter as well as how to mix and shape a loaf of bread. This program is intended for adults and registration is required. Please call or stop by your branch to register. Sessions: Concord Branch: […]
Canvas Bag Painting
Canvas Bag Painting
Get creative at the Parma Branch by painting your very own canvas bag. Intended for teens. Call 517-531-4908 to register.
Summer Discover Finale Festival
Summer Discover Finale Festival
Join us at Horace Blackman Park in downtown Jackson for a party in the park to celebrate the end of Summer Discover! From 11 AM-2 PM, we'll have live music, tasty treats, and yard games, including a bounce house! Then, you can enjoy a free showing of Harold and the Purple Crayon at 2:30 PM […]
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