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Plants to the Rescue!

Cover of "Plants to the Rescue!" by Vikram Baliga

Plants to the Rescue!
By Dr. Vikram Baliga
Illustrated by Brian Lambert
Children’s Nonfiction

 

Plants to the Rescue! by Dr. Vikram Baliga and illustrated by Brian Lambert is a remarkable book that shines a spotlight on the author's profound passion for the plant kingdom. This book is a captivating journey into the world of plants and their incredib...

The Eyes & The Impossible

Cover of "The Eyes & The Impossible" by Dave Eggers

The Eyes & The Impossible
By Dave Eggers
Children’s Fiction
Recommended for ages 8-12


This is an outstanding adventure story and one of my top favorite reads.  It is written for children but adults will also enjoy this title immensely. Animal lovers will especially like this story. It is compelling and heartfelt.  

It is written fro...

The Seven Year Slip

Cover of The Seven Year Slip by Ashley Poston

The Seven Year Slip
By Ashley Poston
Adult Fiction

The Dead Romantics by Ashley Poston was one of my favorite reads of 2022, so I was hoping for good things from her follow-up. I was not disappointed in this story of time slips and second chances.

Clementine always had a special bond with her artistic Aunt Analea. When the two of them weren’t off exploring the ...

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Tales for Twos at Zauel

10:30am - 11:30am
Library Branch: Zauel Memorial
Room: Dr. Kurumety Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:
Tales for Twos story time at Zauel ...

Button and Magnet Making

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Butman-Fish
Age Group: Adults, Children, Everyone, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:
Bring your own designs or use our magazines, scrapbook paper, and comics catalogs to make a 2.5" or 1" pin or magnet. Each person will be able to make up to 5 items to take home. This program is a drop in program for all ages - come be creative with ...

Silent Book Club

5:30pm - 6:45pm
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Description:
Welcome to Introvert Happy Hour. The Silent Book Club will be meeting at the Red Eye Cafe on the 2nd Tuesday of the month, 5:30-6:45 p.m. Come read with us! ...

Continental Knitting - Zauel

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Registration
Library Branch: Zauel Memorial
Room: Dr. Kurumety Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Description:
Lessons on the continental knitting technique to be given to beginners. Experienced knitters can bring their own projects for a socializing evening. Registration is required via our website or by calling Zauel. ...

The MBC@H (Mystery Book Club at Hoyt)

5:30pm - 6:45pm
Registration
Library Branch: Hoyt Main
Room: Hoyt Library Mezzanine
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:
The MBC@H (Mystery Book Club at Hoyt) is all things thriller, chiller, mayhem, spooky and, well...mystery! Join us December 13 for our discussion of The Snowman by Jo Nesbo. Register below or call us at (989) 755-0904. ...

Teen Night at Zauel: SOCK SNOWMAN MAKING

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Registration
Library Branch: Zauel Memorial
Room: Dr. Kurumety Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Description:
Make your very own adorable sock snowman! ...