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Save the Date for our Spring Art Market!
The White Lake Township Library will be hosting an art market in collaboration with Huron Valley Council for the Arts Friday, May 3 and Saturday, May 4, 10 AM - 4 PM both days. Mark your calendars!
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Check out our Summer 2024 newsletter for a complete list of our programs and events for Children, Teens, and Adults.
Featuring Summer Concert Series, food trucks, Library Building Birthday Party, Kids' Adventure Club, and much more!
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Check out one of our Storytime Kits! Inside you will find everything you need to have your own storytime at home, including read-aloud books and fun learning activities.
Sponsored by Vibe Credit Union.
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On April 15th the library will be rolling out a new calendar registration system! Please keep an eye on our website and e-newsletters for more information.
Any questions can be directed to programs@whitelakelibrary.org
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Check out our April Idea Lab craft! Make a ribbon charm bookmark to share with the Cămărașu Library in Romania, and then feel free to make one for yourself to take home! Watch our how-to video above for tips.
You can find more information about this project here!
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Check out the Friends' Local Artists display above the ongoing book sale cart!
Our April featured artist is Jim Velthoven. The picture shown is his watercolor titled “Ludington Pier Lighthouse”. This painting as well as two others will be displayed on the art wall this month.
If you are an artist and would like the opportunity to exhibit your work, stop by the Friends board in the Library foyer for details and an application.
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Join the White Lake Township Library to view the 2024 Solar Eclipse!
While we won't be able to see the full eclipse, we should be able to view about 98% coverage!
The partial eclipse will begin around 1:55 pm.
Peak eclipse will be around 3:15 pm.
Partial eclipse will end around 4:30 pm.
Eclipse glasses will be available on a first come/first served basis while supplies last.
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The Library has free Covid-19 test kits
(2 tests per kit) available. Limit one kit per person in a household daily, up to 5 people, while supplies last. If you would like to pick up a test kit, stop by the drive-up window, or call at least one hour before you expect to arrive, so staff can have your kit ready. For more information, see our webpage here.
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Yoga
(Adult)
Monday, April 8, 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Join us at the library with instructor Debbie Hamina as we practice simple breathwork and yoga poses suitable for any level of yoga experience. Make sure to bring your yoga mat!
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Kids Temporary Tattoo Parlor
(Preschool - 5th Grade)
Wednesday, April 10, 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Join us in the Garage to cover yourself in fun temporary tattoos! No registration required.
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Theater Thursday
(Adult)
Thursday, April 11, 2 - 4 PM
Join us each month for a movie day, closed captioning displayed. You are welcome to bring your own drink in a closed container, popcorn will be provided.
April Movie: Women Talking
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Nighttime Yoga
(Adult)
Tuesday, April 16, 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Join us for NEW evening yoga sessions! Led by our instructor Debbie Hamina, wind down from the day with simple breathwork and yoga poses suitable for any level of experience. Make sure to bring your yoga mat!
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Maker Jam
(Adult)
Thursday, April 25, 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Bring in a craft or project to work on in the Idea Lab with fellow makers, and learn about the tools and resources available from the library!
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ESL Conversation Group
(Adult)
Friday, April 26, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Are you eager to improve your language skills while meeting new people from different cultures? Look no further! Join Teresa Wertman from Huron Valley Schools and embark on a linguistic journey filled with fun, connection, and personal growth.
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Family Movie
(All Ages)
Saturday, April 27, 2:30 - 4:30 PM
Come and watch a movie the whole family will enjoy on our big screen. Popcorn provided in limited quantities. Bring your own drinks in containers with covers.
March Movie: TBD
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DIY Mini Squishmallows
(Grades 6 - 12)
Tuesday, April 30, 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Learn how to make a mini stuffed animal out of fuzzy socks! We will teach you how to sew and use fabric glue to make a tiny cuddly friend.
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Check out our book clubs for all ages! | |
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Read & Discuss
(Adult)
Monday, April 8, 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Adults of all ages are invited to join this group! Read the librarian’s pick of the month and join us for a lively conversation.
An Absolutely Remarkable Thing by Hank Green
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Book Bites: Middle Grade
(Grades 6 - 12)
Tuesday, April 9, 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Join our Middle Grade Book Club. We will alternate Graphic Novels and Chapter Books.
The Moth Keeper by K. O'Neill (Graphic)
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Chapters & Chow
(Grades 3 - 5)
Thursday, April 11, 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Check out our chapter book club! The first ten to register receive their own copy of the book to keep.
Are You Ready to Hatch an Unusual Chicken by Kelly Jones (with special visit from the author!)
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Dublin Book Club
(Adult)
Thursday, April 18, 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Looking for a daytime book group? Readers aged 50 and over are invited to join the Dublin Book Group. Located at Dublin Community Senior Center.
Romantic Comedy by Curtis Sittenfeld
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Get The Picture
(Grades K - 2)
Thursday, April 18, 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Join us for this book discussion group for emerging readers! The first ten families to sign up for this program will receive their own copy of the book to keep. We will read through the book together, talk about it, and then do a craft or activity!
Interrupting Chicken by David Ezra Stein
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Comic Whiz Kids
(Grades 3 - 5)
Saturday, April 20, 2:30 - 3:30 PM
Join our book club! We’ll read and discuss GREAT graphic novels together. The first ten kids to register get to KEEP a copy of the book!
Roller Girl by Victoria Jamieson
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Book Bites: YA
(Grades 6 - 12)
Monday, April 29, 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Join our Young Adult Book Club. We will alternate Chapter Books and Graphic Novels. Books for YA Book Bites come from our Young Adult collection.
Truly Devious by Maureen Johnson (Chapter)
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Volunteers Wanted
Lots of opportunities to volunteer with the Friends! Email friends@whitelakelibrary.org for more info. We are especially in need of help moving boxes before and after our quarterly book sales.
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