Week of Events
Daytona 500 LEGO Contest!
Daytona 500 LEGO Contest!
Enter our Daytona 500 LEGO contest with your race car creation! Entry dates are February 1-29. There will be judging on three age groups. No kits allowed. For any questions, call the Spring Arbor Branch at 517-750-2030.
Valentine Card Boxes
Valentine Card Boxes
Need to make a card box for the school Valentine's party? Don't panic, drop in at the Brooklyn Branch during open hours February 3-9 to make and decorate a Valentine's Day card collecting box!
Daytona 500 LEGO Contest!
Daytona 500 LEGO Contest!
Enter our Daytona 500 LEGO contest with your race car creation! Entry dates are February 1-29. There will be judging on three age groups. No kits allowed. For any questions, call the Spring Arbor Branch at 517-750-2030.
Celebrate National Library Lover’s Month
Celebrate National Library Lover’s Month
Drop in to the Spring Arbor Branch during open hours to create a bookmark as a celebration of YOU for National Library Lover's Month!
Valentine’s No-Sew Pillows
Valentine’s No-Sew Pillows
Don't miss this month's make-n-take craft, a super cute Valentine's pillow! All materials provided, available while supplies last. For more information, call the Summit Branch at 517-783-4030.
Valentine Card Boxes
Valentine Card Boxes
Need to make a card box for the school Valentine's party? Don't panic, drop in at the Brooklyn Branch during open hours February 3-9 to make and decorate a Valentine's Day card collecting box!
Daytona 500 LEGO Contest!
Daytona 500 LEGO Contest!
Enter our Daytona 500 LEGO contest with your race car creation! Entry dates are February 1-29. There will be judging on three age groups. No kits allowed. For any questions, call the Spring Arbor Branch at 517-750-2030.
Valentine’s No-Sew Pillows
Valentine’s No-Sew Pillows
Don't miss this month's make-n-take craft, a super cute Valentine's pillow! All materials provided, available while supplies last. For more information, call the Summit Branch at 517-783-4030.
Valentine Card Boxes
Valentine Card Boxes
Need to make a card box for the school Valentine's party? Don't panic, drop in at the Brooklyn Branch during open hours February 3-9 to make and decorate a Valentine's Day card collecting box!
Daytona 500 LEGO Contest!
Daytona 500 LEGO Contest!
Enter our Daytona 500 LEGO contest with your race car creation! Entry dates are February 1-29. There will be judging on three age groups. No kits allowed. For any questions, call the Spring Arbor Branch at 517-750-2030.
Valentine’s No-Sew Pillows
Valentine’s No-Sew Pillows
Don't miss this month's make-n-take craft, a super cute Valentine's pillow! All materials provided, available while supplies last. For more information, call the Summit Branch at 517-783-4030.
Valentine Card Boxes
Valentine Card Boxes
Need to make a card box for the school Valentine's party? Don't panic, drop in at the Brooklyn Branch during open hours February 3-9 to make and decorate a Valentine's Day card collecting box!
Daytona 500 LEGO Contest!
Daytona 500 LEGO Contest!
Enter our Daytona 500 LEGO contest with your race car creation! Entry dates are February 1-29. There will be judging on three age groups. No kits allowed. For any questions, call the Spring Arbor Branch at 517-750-2030.
Valentine’s No-Sew Pillows
Valentine’s No-Sew Pillows
Don't miss this month's make-n-take craft, a super cute Valentine's pillow! All materials provided, available while supplies last. For more information, call the Summit Branch at 517-783-4030.
Valentine Card Boxes
Valentine Card Boxes
Need to make a card box for the school Valentine's party? Don't panic, drop in at the Brooklyn Branch during open hours February 3-9 to make and decorate a Valentine's Day card collecting box!
Daytona 500 LEGO Contest!
Daytona 500 LEGO Contest!
Enter our Daytona 500 LEGO contest with your race car creation! Entry dates are February 1-29. There will be judging on three age groups. No kits allowed. For any questions, call the Spring Arbor Branch at 517-750-2030.
Valentine’s No-Sew Pillows
Valentine’s No-Sew Pillows
Don't miss this month's make-n-take craft, a super cute Valentine's pillow! All materials provided, available while supplies last. For more information, call the Summit Branch at 517-783-4030.
Valentine Card Boxes
Valentine Card Boxes
Need to make a card box for the school Valentine's party? Don't panic, drop in at the Brooklyn Branch during open hours February 3-9 to make and decorate a Valentine's Day card collecting box!
Daytona 500 LEGO Contest!
Daytona 500 LEGO Contest!
Enter our Daytona 500 LEGO contest with your race car creation! Entry dates are February 1-29. There will be judging on three age groups. No kits allowed. For any questions, call the Spring Arbor Branch at 517-750-2030.
Valentine’s No-Sew Pillows
Valentine’s No-Sew Pillows
Don't miss this month's make-n-take craft, a super cute Valentine's pillow! All materials provided, available while supplies last. For more information, call the Summit Branch at 517-783-4030.
American Girl Tea Party
American Girl Tea Party
You and your favorite doll are invited to an afternoon tea at the Carnegie Library! Enjoy refreshments, a craft and fun activities as we celebrate American Girls, both past and present. There will be two sittings of tea: February 1 at 2 PM and February 2 at PM. Please call the Carnegie Library at 517-788-4087 […]
Let’s Share a Story
Let’s Share a Story
During open hours at the Concord Branch, look for a person wearing the “share a story” button and ask them to share a storytime with you.
Tax Help at JDL
Tax Help at JDL
Stop by for FREE help preparing your taxes! This program runs February 3-April 17 Times & Locations: Carnegie: Mondays and Tuesdays - 10:00-2:00 Eastern: Wednesdays and Thursdays - 4:00-8:00 To receive help, you will need: Current W2 2018 1040 Tax Return Social Security Numbers (including children) Social Security Statement if you are retired Less that […]
Community Playgroup
Community Playgroup
Presented by Great Start, community playgroups serve children ages 0-5 and their parents/grandparents/caregivers. They are a great opportunity for both adults and children to socialize with others. Age appropriate snacks, toys, and art activities are provided.
Preschool Storytime at Henrietta
Toddler Tales
Virtual Reality Exploration
Virtual Reality Exploration
Explore the world of virtual reality! Travel to prehistoric times, scenic national parks, and outer space from the comfort of your local library. Call the Eastern Branch at 517-788-4074 to reserve a time for your adventure.
Sneaky Snow Snatcher!
Sneaky Snow Snatcher!
It's winter and someone has snatched all of the snow! You found a note, now solve the clues to restore winter fun! Dates & Locations: Concord: December 10, 4 PM Hanover: December 16, 4 PM Summit: February 3, 4 PM
Crochet Facial Scrubbies
Crochet Facial Scrubbies
Join Heather to make facial scrubbies! Bring your own size H crochet hook and a skein of "Sugar and Cream" yarn (we will have a few to share). Pick up a recipe for facial scrubs to make at home. Call the Concord Branch at 517-905-1379 to register.
Book Page Canvas
Book Page Canvas
Celebrate your love of the library by creating a book page collage on canvas! Dates & Locations: Brooklyn: January 6, 5:30 PM Carnegie: January 15, 6 PM Summit: January 24, 5 PM Hanover: February 3, 5 PM Concord: February 11, 5 PM Grass Lake: February 26, 5 PM
Couples Canvases
Couples Canvases
Bethany Stone of The Painted Owl will be helping participants create a pair of complementary paintings. Canvases can be split to create a single painting for individual participants. All materials provided. Dates & Locations: Henrietta: January 27, 5:30 PM (Call 517-769-6537 to register) Grass Lake: February 3, 5:30 PM (Call 517-522-8211 to register)
Heart Wine Cork Craft
Heart Wine Cork Craft
Love is in the air with this wine cork heart! Join us as we use simple materials to make a decorative heart you can use to decorate your home or give to someone you love. All materials will be provided (sorry, no wine!) but space and supplies are limited. Please call the Brooklyn Branch at […]
Brooklyn Branch Book Club
Brooklyn Branch Book Club
Join us as we discuss our monthly selection! These meetings will take place off site on the first Monday of the month. For more information about locations and book titles, call the Brooklyn Branch at 517-905-1369.
Family Storytime at Meijer
Tax Help at JDL
Tax Help at JDL
Stop by for FREE help preparing your taxes! This program runs February 3-April 17 Times & Locations: Carnegie: Mondays and Tuesdays - 10:00-2:00 Eastern: Wednesdays and Thursdays - 4:00-8:00 To receive help, you will need: Current W2 2018 1040 Tax Return Social Security Numbers (including children) Social Security Statement if you are retired Less that […]
Mardi Gras Masks
Mardi Gras Masks
Beads, feathers, and bling - it's a Mardi Gras thing! Create your own Mardi Gras Masks at the Napoleon Branch. Space and supplies are limited, please call 517-536-4266 to save your spot.
Purls and String Knitting Circle: Winter Knits for Charity
Purls and String Knitting Circle: Winter Knits for Charity
Join us for a monthly knitting circle in which knitters of all levels can share and learn! Master knitter Alana White will be on hand to answer your questions and assist with all kinds of knitting projects.
Let’s Share a Story
Let’s Share a Story
During open hours at the Concord Branch, look for a person wearing the “share a story” button and ask them to share a storytime with you.
Build a Snowflake
Build a Snowflake
Stop by the Hanover Branch on Wednesdays during open hours to tinker! Check out the Tinker Tray in our children's area and build a snowflake with the materials in the tray.
Family Storytime at Carnegie Library
Playdough Fun with a Story
Playdough Fun with a Story
Join us to make edible playdough! Play with stamps and cookie cutters while hear a favorite story!
Raising Readers Roundup
Yoga @ Eastern
Yoga @ Eastern
Come relax, unwind, and take care of your body with the slow and gentle flow of yoga! Bring your own mat; if you do not have one, a limited amount may be available. $3 suggested donation
Valentine’s STEM
Valentine’s STEM
LED roses, real flying cupids, love potions, oh my! Join us for Valentine's STEM! Please call the Brooklyn Branch at 517-905-1369 to save your spot.
Tax Help at JDL
Tax Help at JDL
Stop by for FREE help preparing your taxes! This program runs February 3-April 17 Times & Locations: Carnegie: Mondays and Tuesdays - 10:00-2:00 Eastern: Wednesdays and Thursdays - 4:00-8:00 To receive help, you will need: Current W2 2018 1040 Tax Return Social Security Numbers (including children) Social Security Statement if you are retired Less that […]
Chinese New Year Drum
Chinese New Year Drum
Celebrate Chinese New Year with JDL! This craft recreates a traditional Chinese instrument called the Bolang Gu, or pellet drum. This instrument is used in Chinese ritual music and as a children's toy. Dates & Locations: Carnegie: January 4, 2 PM Eastern: January 10, 10:30 PM Spring Arbor: January 15, 3 PM Concord: January 18, […]
Evening Book Group
Evening Book Group
Join us as we discover and discuss these compelling reads! December 4: A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles January 8: Becoming by Michelle Obama February 5: If the Creek Don't Rise by Leah Weiss
Books & Brews Book Club
Books & Brews Book Club
Please join us for pizza and drinks at 127 Brewing as we discuss books chosen by the group. Contact the Adult Services if you have any questions (517) 905-1399 or adultservices@myjdl.com.
Preschool Storytime at Summit
Morning Recess
Morning Recess
Exercise your brain! Join us for games, activities, challenges and snacks to help Baby Boomers keep learning, growing and laughing. December 5: Boomer Trivia; December 19: Jigsaw Races January 2: Wii Bowling & New Years Stretch; January 16: Crosswords February 6: Rock 'n Roll Rally; February 20: Love & Nonsense
Family Storytime at Brooklyn
Little Explorers Storytime
Thursday Movies
Thursday Movies
December: Meet Me in St. Louis (12/5); Chronicles of Narnia (12/12); While You Were Sleeping (12/19); Mickey's Christmas Carol (12/26) January: Sleepless in Seattle (1/2); Everest (1/9); Grumpy Old Men (1/16); Secondhand Lions (1/23) February: I'm Not Your Negro (2/6); Legacy (2/13); Freedom Riders (2/20); The Black Panthers (2/27) All movies start at 2 PM
Tax Help at JDL
Tax Help at JDL
Stop by for FREE help preparing your taxes! This program runs February 3-April 17 Times & Locations: Carnegie: Mondays and Tuesdays - 10:00-2:00 Eastern: Wednesdays and Thursdays - 4:00-8:00 To receive help, you will need: Current W2 2018 1040 Tax Return Social Security Numbers (including children) Social Security Statement if you are retired Less that […]
Canvas Creations
Canvas Creations
Join us at the Spring Arbor Branch for Canvas Creations! Space is limited, please call 517-750-2030 to register.
Self Defense Class
Self Defense Class
This hands-on class presented by John McKay from Superior Karate will help prepare your for an attacker. Please wear something comfortable that you are able to move in. Call 517-788-4074 to register.
Pull String Art
Pull String Art
Make pulled string art with watercolors and string. The process is captivating and the results are beautiful! Dates and Locations: Summit: December 16, 5 PM Carnegie: December 22, 2 PM Hanover: December 30, 4 pm Spring Arbor: January 7, 11 AM Concord: January 14, 4 PM Grass Lake: February 6, 6 PM Brooklyn: February 14, […]
Bedtime Storytime
Sensory Brain Games
Sensory Brain Games
Sensory brain games will stimulate your little one’s senses while they play, create and discover new sensations! Ages 0-5 Dates and Locations: HANOVER December 4, 10 AM - 6 PM CONCORD December 9, 10 AM - 6 PM CARNEGIE January 9, 10:30 AM SPRING ARBOR January 13, 11:30 AM HENRIETTA January 17, 5 PM NAPOLEON […]
Preschool Storytime at Eastern
Sit ‘n Stitch
Sit ‘n Stitch
This weekly craft group meets Fridays at 12:30 PM. If you knit, crochet, embroider, spin, or weave, this group invites you to stop in, and sit 'n stitch with them! They are self-directed, have a great sense of humor, and are open to all! Intended for adults
Valentine’s STEM
Valentine’s STEM
LED roses, real flying cupids, love potions, oh my! Join us for Valentine's STEM! Please call the Summit Branch at 517-783-4030 to save your spot.
Dungeons & Dragons
Dungeons & Dragons
Create your own character and band together with other stalwart adventurers in a 5th Edition D&D campaign. Battle hordes of creatures, loot all the gold, bask in the glory as the bards sing your praises. Courtesy of the Eastern Branch, your Dungeon Master, and your imagination. Beginners welcome! Call 517-788-4074 to register.
More than a Headwrap – The Anthropology & Global Style of Headwrapping
More than a Headwrap – The Anthropology & Global Style of Headwrapping
Whip, Tuck, Pin! Headwrapping is an art and expression of choice for millions across the globe. From Africa to Bulgaria, from Michigan to Dubai, head wraps are worn by both men and women from a variety of cultures. In this workshop, anthropologist Zarinah El-Amin Naeem shares the history and culture of headwrapping. You'll also have […]
Saturday Storytime
Livability Storytime
Livability Storytime
Join us on the second Saturday of the month for a storytime with science and art activities for individuals of all ages with a diagnosis of SXI, CI, ASD, and speech & language impaired. This program is wheelchair accessible. Please note, this is not a drop-off program.