Learn about static electricity and see how it is created. Try out a Van de Graaff generator and conduct some static electricity experiments. See if you can make Science Bob’s tinsel orb levitate!
Registration is required, so please call the Summit Branch at (517) 783-4030 or the Henrietta Branch at (517) 769-6537 to save your spot!
Intended for children ages 8 and older.
Summit Branch
Friday, February 22nd @ 5 pm
Henrietta Branch
Monday, February 25th @ 5 pm
Are you a fan of Tetris or do you know a fan of Tetris? Show off that Tetris appreciation with this fun craft! These magnets are perfect for lockers or fridges, and they even make a great gift!
Registration Required, so please call the Meijer Branch at 517.788.4480 to save a spot.
Intended for Children & Teens (Ages 7 & Up).
Attention Harry Potter fans: Spend some time at Hogwarts School attending classes featuring Potions, Charms, Astronomy, and Defense Against the Dark Arts. Put on the Sorting Hat and discover what House is yours.
Registration required. Call the Grass Lake Branch at 517.522.8211 to reserve a spot.
Intended for Ages 8 & Up.
This Valentine’s Day, pamper yourself! Supplies are provided to create your own lip scrub, body butter, foot rub, and hot cocoa!
Registration required. Please call the Eastern Branch at 517.788.4074 to save your spot.
Intended for Adults.
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. This lovely afternoon is intended for dolls and their owners, ages 6-12.
Space is limited so registration is required. Please call our Youth Services Department at 517-788-4087 (ext. 1331).
This DIY squeaky lips dog toy is perfect for Valentine’s Day!
No sewing experience necessary and all supplied provided. Registration required, so please call the Meijer Branch at 517.788.4480 to save a spot.
Intended for Teens & Adults (ages 13 & up).
Love is in the air! Take a break from the winter blues and celebrate Valentine’s Day with us. Games, treats, and more!
Please call the Henrietta Branch at (517) 769-6537 for more information.
Intended for All Ages.
Celebrate Chinese New Year all February long! Stop by the Napoleon Branch to make a dragon puppet! All materials are provided.
No registration required; just drop in!
Come down to the Carnegie Branch of the Jackson District Library to have Larry Socie, veteran of VITA, help prepare your taxes for FREE! Please email adultservices@myjdl.com, or call 788-4087 and ask for the Reference Desk if you have questions.
Don’t pay to file your taxes.
If your household earned less than $66,000 in 2017 you can file both your federal and state returns for free.
Free doesn’t always mean free.
Some “free” tax preparation products only cover federal (not state), or charge extra for anything beyond the most basic forms.
Let the experts handle the details.
This program will run from Tuesday, February 4th until Monday, April 15th (tax deadline day). Additional dates & times may be added in March and April, so stay tuned.
*** Volunteer Opportunity: If interested in volunteering to be a tax instructor, please contact the Adult Services Department. ***
United Way has collaborated with industry leader H&R Block, to help people easily and accurately file both their federal and state taxes through MyFreeTaxesTM. MyFreeTaxes is the only free, national, online tax filing product offered by a nonprofit, because United Way fights for the financial stability of every person in every community. United Way is committed to ensuring that people can easily and accurately file their taxes to receive the refunds they deserve.
Almost a million people nationwide have used MyFreeTaxes, bringing over $1 billion in refunds back to our local communities.
Local beekeeper Matt Hill will discuss how to begin beekeeping. All the ins and outs of how to start your own hives.
Intended for Adults.
Cancelled due to inclement weather. Rescheduled for February 11th at 5:30 p.m.