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Basic Soap Making
Brooklyn Branch 207 N. Main St., Brooklyn, MI, United StatesDiscover the soap making process and learn how to make your own bar of soap using a basic recipe. Intended for ages 15+*. Call the Brooklyn Branch at 517-905-1369 to register. Presented by: Dancing Crane Soaps & Sundries *This is real soap making with lye and heat following specific instructions, so this is a strictly […]
Stacking Our World Together
Jackson, MI, United StatesMr. Jim Merrills is bringing back Sport (cup) Stacking for 2023! This hands on presentation will give children an opportunity to Cup Stack on their own and then work with friends to build world famous structures. Mr. Jim will also create a wide variety of colorful balloon animals, sharing simple step-by-step instructions. Event Dates and […]
Discover Jackson History
Carnegie Library Jackson, MI, United StatesJoin local historian Linda Hass at the Carnegie Library to dig into Jackson history - from its founding, to the prison, to Jackson's role in the underground railroad, with the first abolition newspaper in Michigan.
Alligator Sanctuary
Jackson, MI, United StatesLearn about reptiles and amphibians including toads, snakes and more in a hands-on experience! Event Dates and Times (please note if your branch requires registration): Grass Lake (held at Grass Lake Senior Center): July 5, 11 AM Spring Arbor: July 5, 3 PM Carnegie: July 25, 10:30 AM Henrietta: July 25, 2 PM Brooklyn: July […]
National Teen Lock-IN
Spring Arbor Branch 122 Star Rd., Spring Arbor, MI, United StatesJoin us for author chats, Minute to Win it, photo scavenger hunt, crafts, movies, gaming, VR, food and more at the Spring Arbor Branch July 28, 8 PM - 8 AM! Intended for ages 10+. Registration and permission slips required. Call 517-750-2030 to register.
Hanover Branch Book Sale
Hanover Branch 118 W. Main St., Hanover, MI, United StatesStop by the Hanover Branch to shop books from your favorite authors for all ages! Dates and Times: Monday, July 24: 1-7 PM Wednesday, July 26: 10 AM - 6 PM Friday, July 28: 1-6 PM Saturday, July 29: 10 AM - 2 PM This event is presented by the Friends of the Jackson District […]
Cricut Basics: Part 2
Springport Branch 116 Mechanic St., Springport, MI, United StatesNow that you know the Cricut basics, let's try a project - floating ornaments! These are a great way to learn to use design space efficiently and explore some creative uses for vinyl or paper. Intended for teens and adults. Call the Springport Branch at 517-905-1459 to register.
Discover Michigan Wrap-Up Tour
Jackson, MI, United StatesLet's take a road trip across the great Mitten State to wrap up Summer Discover 2023! Pick up a passport at any JDL location from July 21-31 and start making your way around the district to explore all 13 Michigan destinations represented at the branches. Visit 3 locations to earn a frisbee, visit 7 locations […]
Garden to Table
Summit Branch 104 W. Bird Street, Jackson, MI, United StatesJoin MSU Extension Educator Kellie Jordan to learn about good gardening and harvesting, along with preparing and preserving food from the garden safely. Please call the Summit Branch 517-783-4030 to register.
Michigan Lighthouses
Jackson, MI, United StatesLearn about Michigan's lighthouses with Laurie Perkins from the Michigan DNR. Dates and Locations: Brooklyn Branch: June 28, 2 PM Springport Branch: August 5, 12 PM (Call 517-905-1459 to register) About the presenter: Laurie Perkins is is the Site Historian for the Mann House, Walker Tavern, and the Tawas Point Lighthouse. In 2020, she […]