Join us on the first Monday of the month at 6 PM at the Brooklyn Branch to discuss a new book each month.
To learn more, stop by or call the branch at 517-905-1369.
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, 11:30 AM
- Summit Branch (held at Vandercook Lake Lions Club): June 13, 2 PM
- Eastern Branch: June 27, 11 AM
- Meijer Branch: July 26, 11 AM
- Carnegie Library: July 26, 1:30 PM
- Parma Branch (held at the Parma Masonic Lodge): July 26, 4 PM
This event is part of Summer Discover programming.
Intro to Foraging
Join us at the Brooklyn Branch to learn about how to get started foraging with Rachel Mifsud from Will Forage for Food. Rachel will cover foraging basics such as why forage, what things do you need to think about, and where do you start learning.
Time for questions and answers will also be available.
Brooklyn Branch Book Club
Join us on the first Monday of the month at 6 PM at the Brooklyn Branch to discuss a new book each month.
To learn more, stop by or call the branch at 517-905-1369.
Library Takeover Read-In
Celebrate March is Reading Month by taking over your library!
Whether you bring your own book or pull one out of the stacks, patrons of all ages are encouraged to stop by any JDL branch on March 1 during open hours, find a cozy chair or corner, and read the day away. Pajamas are encouraged!
Gnome Ornaments
Drop in to the Brooklyn Branch to decorate wooden gnome ornaments!
Intended for ages 5+ (younger children may need an adult to help). Available while supplies last.
Storytime at the Brooklyn 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!
Brooklyn Branch Storytime: Thursdays, 11 AM (ages 0-5)
Storytimes will run weekly from January 11 to May 16.
Please note: There will be no storytime during the week of March 25 due to Spring Break activities.
Brooklyn Branch Storytime
Join us for storytime and enjoy an educational blend of stories, crafts, movement activities, and songs.
Brooklyn Branch Storytime: Thursdays, 11 AM (ages 0-5)
Storytimes at Brooklyn will run weekly from September 7 to November 16.
Halloween Party
Join us for a party at the Brooklyn Branch with Halloween-themed games, activities and fun! Costumes are welcome but not required.
Intended for ages 4-10.
Music & Movement for Littles
Join us to introduce your child to the joy of music and movement at an early age. For ages 0-5, with an adult.
This program is led by Kindermusik-certified instructor Candy Sweeney. Registration is required, please register at the branch where you plan to attend.
- Brooklyn Branch: June 26, 11 AM
- Spring Arbor Branch: June 26, 3 PM
- Carnegie Library: July 10, 10 AM
- Springport Branch: July 21, 3 PM
- Parma Branch: July 24, 12:30 PM