Canvas Tote Painting

Paint a canvas tote bag with a mix of acrylic paint and a fixative that will help your design last.

All ages are welcome. Call 517-788-4074 or email eastern@myjdl.com to register.

All supplies are provided, including design inspiration, but feel free to come with ideas.

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: October 3

Games & Activities: September 5, November 7

This program is intended for adults with special needs, though all are welcome!

No registration is needed, however, if you have any questions, feel free to give us a call at 517-788-4480.

Recipe Club

Love to cook? Need new ideas? Want to share your favorite recipes with others? Come join Springport Branch every first Tuesday to swap recipes!

Each month will have a special theme, so call the branch at 517-905-1459 beforehand to know what type of recipe to share. Samples may be included.

Fall Dates (all sessions at 3 PM): September 3, October 1, November 5

Art Through the Ages

Learn about art through the ages with hands-on projects at the Eastern Branch. All crafts will be beginner-friendly, and you do not need any prior art experience to participate.

Sessions:

  • August 23, 3 PM – Paper Making & Paper Marbling (3100 B.C.)
  • September 15, 2 PM – Watercolor (1300s)
  • October 12, 2 PM – Pop Art (1950)

Intended for teens and adults. Call 517-788-4074 to register.

Please note that the August session is at 3 PM and the September and October sessions are at 2 PM.

Watercolor Class

Join us for a beginner watercolor class at the Carnegie Library to learn how to create a stained-glass effect.

Intended for teens and adults. Call 517-905-1339 to register.

 

Mindfulness Mandalas

Join us at the Eastern Branch for a creative and fun way to practice mindfulness as we design our own beautiful mandala or mindfully color a pre-drawn mandala. You’ll also learn more about the benefits of practicing mindfulness in our day-to-day lives.

Intended for teens and adults 16+. Call 517-788-4074 to register.

DIY Beaded Suncatcher

Add a little sparkle to your window or backyard with a handmade beaded suncatcher.

Recommended for teens and adults. Register by calling the Summit Branch at 517-783-4030.

Cyanotype Printing

Learn how to create cyanotype prints on paper and a canvas tote bag at the Meijer Branch!

Cyanotype prints or “sun prints” use the sun to create stunning blue and white silhouette images. All supplies will be provided, though if you have a special object that you would like to make a print of, feel free to bring it with you!

Intended for adults. Call 517-788-4480 to register.

Advance Care Planning

Martha York from WellWise Area Agency on Aging will give a presentation on topics including advance directives, patient advocates and how to engage family or close friends in a conversation around your end-of-life care.

Call the Brooklyn Branch at 517-905-1369 to register.

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.