Summer Reading Program
Tech Support
Summit Branch 104 W. Bird Street, Jackson, MI, United StatesNeed 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.
Summer Soirée
Carnegie Library Jackson, MI, United StatesJoin us on the Carnegie Library front lawn for our 2nd Annual Summer Soirée! All are welcome for an evening of community fun, food and games. Food and refreshments will be provided by Klavon's and West Texas BBQ starting at 5 PM. Family activities will be available throughout the evening. This event is free and […]
After Hours Board Game Night
Carnegie Library Jackson, MI, United StatesEnjoy an evening of board games at the Carnegie Library! You can bring a board game or borrow one of ours to play - just make sure to arrive before we close the doors to the public at 6 PM! Intended for adults.
Crafty Covering: DIY Book Covers
Parma Branch 102 Church St., Parma, MI, United StatesGet creative at the Parma Branch and make your own book cover for a book you love or remake one for a book that missed the (book)mark. Intended for kids and teens. No registration required.
Carnegie Cart
Carnegie Library Jackson, MI, United StatesStop 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
Closed for Juneteenth
All JDL locations will be closed Wednesday, June 19. Our digital resources are always available and the wifi, accessible from the parking lot, will remain on.
Blood Drive
Meijer Branch 2699 Airport Rd., Jackson, MI, United StatesJoin us for a blood drive at the Meijer Branch on June 20 from 10 AM – 1:30 PM. Appointments are preferred, however walk-ins are accepted. Sign up for an appointment here. Learn about the critical need for blood donations in the summer months here. Everyone ages 21+ who attempts to donate blood will be […]
Chinese Bilingual Storytime
Eastern Branch 3125 E. Michigan Ave., Jackson, MI, United StatesGrand Valley State University professor Haixia Liu will run a bilingual storytime for toddlers and young children featuring stories and crafts about Chinese Zodiac Animals and Festivals. Dates: June 21, 1 PM and August 28, 1 PM Call the Eastern Branch at 517-788-4074 to register for your preferred date.
Bounce House Extravaganza
Spring Arbor Branch 122 Star Rd., Spring Arbor, MI, United StatesJoin us at the Spring Arbor Branch for a Bounce House Extravaganza! We'll have multiple inflatables and activities for the entire family to enjoy. Dave's Dogs will be selling a tasty variety of hot dogs and sides throughout the day, and the Jacktown Ukes will perform at 12 PM. The Spring Arbor Fire Department will […]
Challenge Your Shelf Book Club
Summit Branch 104 W. Bird Street, Jackson, MI, United StatesJoin 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 […]