Brooklyn 207 N. Main St. Brooklyn, MI 49230 517-905-1369 Carnegie 244 W. Michigan Ave. Jackson, MI 49201 517-788-4087 Concord 108 S. Main St. Concord, MI 49237 517-905-1379 Eastern 3125 E. Michigan Ave. Jackson, MI 49202 517-788-4074 Grass Lake 130 W. Michigan Ave. Grass Lake, MI 49240 517-522-8211 Hanover 118 W. Main St. Hanover, MI 49241 517-905-1399 Henrietta 11744 Bunkerhill Rd. Pleasant Lake, MI 49272 517-769-6537 Meijer 2699 Airport Rd. Jackson, MI 49202 517-788-4480 Napoleon 6755 Brooklyn Rd. Napoleon, MI 49261 517-536-4266 Parma 102 Church St. Parma, MI 49269 517-531-4908 Spring Arbor 113 E. Main St. Spring Arbor, MI 49283 517-750-2030 Springport 116 Mechanic St. Springport, MI 49284 517-905-1459 Summit 104 W. Bird St. Jackson, MI 49203 517-783-4030 NEWS November/ 1 December 2012 Exciting Renovations Coming to the Meijer Branch in 2013! I am delighted to inform you that the Jackson District Library s Board of Trustees has approved renovation and expansion of the Meijer branch in 2013. We are seeking to create an attractive community destination that will incorporate exciting spaces for young children and families, a dedicated space for teens, quiet study/tutoring rooms, a digital media laboratory and many more computers for our patrons. We will also add a meeting space that can accommodate up to 200 people for library and community events. All these new spaces are designed to be flexible and adaptable to future needs and evolving technologies. Community members offered several suggestions during 2 public visioning sessions held earlier this summer. Please visit the special webpage we have created at www.myjdl.com to follow progress of the project. Built in 1983, the Meijer branch has become the busiest branch in the Jackson District Library system, next only to the Carnegie Library in downtown Jackson. There have been no additions or modifications to it since it was first built. It has no space for hosting popular library events such as story times for children, yoga lessons for seniors and rock music concerts for young adults. Several events during our annual Summer Reading Program routinely attract more than 100 attendees. There is a lack of comfortable seating and no space to expand collections in the multiple formats that the library now has to purchase materials. Over the past 30 years, there have been significant changes in the world of public libraries and how residents use them. Public libraries have now grown into community destinations showcasing the latest in information technology while serving as comfortable reading areas and gathering places for residents. Construction is expected to commence in March 2013 with an anticipated completion date in January 2014. We will endeavor to keep the library open as much as possible during the construction period. The library will use funds from its reserves and will accept donations from the public to help finance this project. Please contact me if you would like to consider making a contribution toward this exciting new project! Ishwar Laxminarayan ishwar@myjdl.com (517) 788-4099, ext. 1309 FREE Notary Public service at Carnegie. Call 517-788-4087.
Coming Up 5 Healthy Towns Community Read An Evening with Robin Mather On November 9 at 6:00 pm, Grass Lake native Robin Mather will be the guest speaker at an intimate reception at the historic Whistlestop Depot in Grass Lake to celebrate the conclusion of the 5 Healthy Towns Community Read. Mather is a senior associate editor at Mother Earth News and author of the book The Feast Nearby. Our Grass Lake Branch along with the Chelsea, Dexter, Manchester, and Stockbridge libraries have selected In Defense of Food by Michael Pollan as the book that residents in these five communities are encouraged to read during October. Free copies of the book are available at coffee shops, local businesses and salons. Please join us for refreshments, a book-signing and conversation. For more information visit 5hcommunityread.wordpress.com or contact the Grass Lake Branch at 517-522-8211. Friends of the Library Holiday Dessert Tea Please save the date of Monday, December 10, 2012 from 2:00 3:30 p.m. for the 2012 Friends Holiday Dessert Tea. The Tea will be held in the Clare H. Sergeant Auditorium at the Carnegie Library, 244 W. Michigan Avenue and will feature delicious desserts, holiday music, visiting with Friends from all branches, and the presentation of the 2012 Friend of the Year Award. A form for nominating a Friend for the 2012 Friend of the Year Award will be available at all branches in early November. To make reservations for the Holiday Dessert Tea or if you have any questions, please call Jean Dailey at 517-788-4099, ext 1308. 2 Larry Martin, program coordinator, returns to bring our nation s history to the present generation with his fascinating interviews of WWII veterans. Join us on Saturday, November 3 at 10:00 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 275 W. Michigan Ave., directly across the street from the Carnegie Library. Spring Arbor resident Homer Jackson will be present to do a Q&A with the audience following the showing of his DVD interview. His experience as a B-29 pilot on 13 combat missions over Japan and a 2,500 mile round trip from Tinian to Japan will be highlighted. He also tells of seeing a Kamikaze attack on another B-29 in which the entire crew perished. All programs are free and open to the public; coffee and rolls will be provided. Be sure to arrive early so you can look over the memorabilia including weapons, scrapbooks, old photos, newspapers and more. For more information, please contact Mr. Martin through his website, www.lmww2.com, by phone at 517-783-0761, or by e-mail at batt. chief@yahoo.com. Let s Talk About Money Through free workshops, you will learn financial concepts and develop communication skills regarding money in order to improve your financial health. Wednesday, Nov. 14, 6:30 pm Charge It Right: How to make a credit card work for you Presented by David Globig Spring Arbor University This class is at Eastern Branch, 3125 E. Michigan Ave., Jackson. Registration is required by calling 517-788-4087, ext. 1339 and free babysitting is available for the JDL programs. Visit www.myjdl. com/ltam for additional events.
Young Poets Contest 2013 Hey kids and teens! Your poem could be featured in the Young Poets 2013 Contest Winners booklet published by JDL. All you have to do is choose a subject, write your poem, and submit it through your school teacher or drop it off at any JDL branch. You can even submit online at www.myjdl. com. We are excited to announce that nationally renowned children s poet, Kenn Nesbitt has agreed to be the Guest Poet for the 2013 Young Poets Contest. Kenn will appear at the Awards Ceremony and will also be available to speak at nine school visits and two library programs. Contact your teacher, JDL library branch or visit www.myjdl.com to see how your school can win a visit from Kenn. He is the author of numerous books of poetry for children, including Santa Got Stuck in the Chimney (2006), When the Teacher Isn t Looking: And Other Funny School Poems (2005), and The Aliens Have Landed at Our School! (2001). His books abound with hilarious and silly situations. The contest is open to all Jackson County students, grade one - twelve and any home schooled and GED students. Watch for more information and details at www.myjdl.com. International Games Day @ Your Library! Drop in to the Carnegie Library, 244 W. Michigan Avenue on Saturday, November 3 between Noon and 3:00 pm for an afternoon of family fun! You can try your hand at Wii, Xbox Kinect, Lan Games, Yu-Gi-Oh or some of the classic board games. There will be a scavenger hunt throughout the Library and even games for the wee ones! You might find something fun on the front lawn (weather permitting) 3 Kids & Teens Holiday Open House 4:00 to 8:00 pm Friday, November 16 Carnegie Library, 244 W. Michigan Ave. You are invited to a Holiday Open House at the Carnegie Library hosted by the Friends of the Jackson District Library. We ll greet you in the Front Lobby so you can collect your guide to family fun and free surprises. Children can visit with Santa by the fireplace then scoot upstairs to make two fun holiday crafts. Then wander down to the first floor for a bake sale of yummy holiday treats. But that s not all! On the lower level in the Clare H. Sergeant Auditorium you ll find a great book sale that will benefit the Children s Department and programs. Please join your Friends at the Library before and after the Holiday Parade! And don t forget the book and bake sale Saturday, Nov. 17, 10 am - 1 pm. The Snow Tree Holiday Program Celebrate the season of friendship and sharing with the Snow Tree, a holiday program for families. Saturday, December 15 @ 2:00 pm Carnegie Library Clare H. Sergeant Auditorium 244 W. Michigan Avenue Make a holiday pinecone ornament and a bird seed ornament for our feathered friends. There will also be light refreshments. This program is free but please call 517-788-4087, ext. 1331 to register.
Event Calendar Please see page 1 for branch locations and phone numbers. BROOKLYN Thursdays, Nov. 1 - Dec. 6, 11 am Baby Storytime Thursdays, Nov. 1 - Dec. 6, 10 am Special storytimes for ages 0-3 Book Club Wednesday, Nov. 5, 7 pm Maine by J. Courtney Sullivan Wednesday, Dec. 5, 7 pm Defending Jacob by William Landay Family Craft Night Wednesday, Nov. 14, 5-6:45 pm Thanksgiving Craft Wednesday, Dec. 12, 5-6:45 pm Gingerbread Houses CARNEGIE A Taste of Tech Tuesdays @ 12 pm Bring your digital device & cords. Jackson Duelist Yu-Gi-Oh! Thursdays at 3 pm Tournaments, all levels of expertise Feature Films with Food 1st Thursday each month at 6 pm Nov. 1: The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (PG-13) Dec. 6: Avengers (2012) (PG-13) Genealogy Help Second Wednesday every month 5:30-8:30 pm Steve Shively, Genealogical Society SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives) 3rd Tuesday every month 3-7 pm Free small business hour long mentoring services, reservations required Jane Austen Book Club Nov. 12: Three Day Town Dec. 10: Buzzard Table Time for Twos Mondays, Nov. 5 - Nov. 26, 10 am Special storytimes for ages 24-35 mo. CARNEGIE (cont d) Wednesdays, Nov. 7-Nov. 28, 10 am and 1:30 pm Library Babies Thursdays, Nov. 8 - Nov. 29, 10 am Storytimes for ages 0-23 months International Games Day Saturday, Nov. 3, 12-3 pm Games for the whole family! Community Playgroups Fridays, Nov. 9 & Dec. 14 at 10 am Birth - 3 yrs-stories, playtime, snacks Brown Bags & Books Wednesday, Nov. 21, 12-1 pm Room by Emma Donohue Wednesday, Dec. 19, 12 1 pm The Great Gatsby by F Scott Fitzgerald Post Traumatic Stress Disorder A Police Officer s Report Wednesday, Nov. 14, 6:30 pm Ken Rogers, author, overcoming PTSD Holiday Open House Friday, Nov. 16, 4-8 pm Santa, bake & book sale, crafts Book sale Nov. 17, 10 am - 1 pm Christmas Ideas with Goodies Saturday, Nov. 24, 1-2 pm Gift ideas from local chefs, crafters & more Larry Martin s World War II In Their Own Words Saturday, Nov. 3, 10 am Interview with Homer Jackson First United Methodist Church Marketing Your Small Business Wednesday, Nov. 28, 6:30-8:30 pm Presented by Mi-SBTDC - Practical applications of marketing concepts. The Snow Tree Holiday Program Saturday, Dec. 15, 2 pm Pincone & birdseed ornament craft for kids. Registration required. JXN Community Forum Thursdays at 6:30 Nov. 15: Michigan s Indigent Defense: The Public Defender Dec. 20: Local Arts Scene 4 CONCORD Mondays, Nov. 5 - Dec. 10, 2 pm EASTERN Jackson Yu-Gi-Oh! Club Mondays, 5 pm Tournaments, all levels of expertise. Polymer Clay Class Sundays at 1:30 pm Nov. 4 & 18, Dec. 2 & 16 Make crafts with polymer clay. Sit n Stitch Fridays at 12:30 pm Bring your project & stitch with us. Book Discussion Group 2nd Wednesday at 1:30 pm Thursday Movie Matinees Thursdays @ 2 pm with popcorn Nov. 1: Annie Hall - 1977 Nov. 8: New World - 2005 Nov. 15: Planes,Trains & Automobiles Nov. 29: A Christmas Story - 1983 Dec. 6: The Homecoming - 1973 Dec. 13: Miracle on 34th Street-1947 Dec. 20: It s a Wonderful Life - 1946 Dec. 27: Elf - 2003 Thursday, Nov. 1-Dec. 13, 10:30 am Community Playgroups Thursdays, Nov. 8 & Dec. 13 at 10:30 am. Birth - 3 yrs-stories, playtime, snacks Let s Talk About Money Workshops Wednesday, Nov. 14, 6:30 pm Charge it Right - How to make a credit card work for you Beading Class w/ Amy Babchook Sundays, 1:30-4:30 pm Nov. 11 & 25, Dec. 9 & 23 Call to reserve your spot. Scrapbooking Third Mondays at 6 pm Bonita Kothe, instructor Friends Book Sale Thursday, Nov. 1, 10 am - 8 pm Friday, Nov. 2, 12-5 pm Saturday, Nov. 3, 10 am - 2 pm One on One ereaders w/ Kathy Monday afternoons by appointment Learn how to download to your device.
EASTERN (cont d) St. Mary s Handbell Choir Sunday, Dec. 9, 1:30 pm Enjoy holiday music & refreshments Santa Claus at Eastern Saturday, Dec. 15, 11 am Pictures w/santa, stories, food & song Kids Crafts Wednesday, Dec. 26, 10:30 am Crafts to make and take for kids GRASS LAKE Fantastic Finger Foods Monday, Nov. 5, 6 pm Brad West of Bush Supermarkets Registration required Grass Lake Literary & Chocolate Society Book Discussion Club Monday, Nov. 12, 6 pm State of Wonder by Ann Patchett Monday, Dec. 10, 6 pm Title to be announced Variegated Stitches Knitting Group Mondays, 1:30-4:30 pm Wednesdays, Nov. 7 - Dec. 5, 11 am 5 Healthy Towns Eat Better Bingo Friday, Nov. 9, 1 pm Finale! Drawing for Popcorn prize Festival of Lights Saturday, Dec. 1, 11 am - 3 pm Holiday open house, decorate cookies Wii Wonderland Wednesday, Dec. 26, 12-3 pm Video games for winter break fun! HANOVER Teen Crafts (6-12th grades) Every Mondays at 4 pm Create wild and exciting things! Crazy Creations (All Ages) Every Friday at 4 pm Create wildly imaginative works! HENRIETTA HENRIETTA (cont d) Adult Book Discussion Group Second Monday every month 5-6 pm Wednesdays, Nov. 7 - Nov. 14, 11 am 30 Minute Craft: Cards for all Seasons Friday, Nov. 9, 5 pm Make a set of gorgeous greeting cards Charlie Brown Thanksgiving Monday, Nov. 19, 5 pm Jellybeans, toast, & pretzels, oh my! Silent Auction Nov. 26 - Dec. 7, during open hours Bid on crafts, baked goods, new items & more for the holiday season Christmas Cookie Creations Friday, Dec. 7, 5 pm Decorate your Christmas cookies! Christmas Party Friday, Dec. 14, 5 pm Santa, songs, games, refreshments! MEIJER Yoga Classes for Seniors Wednesdays at 9:30 am w/ Jeanette Lamphere Crafty Thursdays 1st Thursday of every month 3:30-5:00 and 6-7:30 pm Book Club Friday, Nov. 2, 10 am Friday, Dec. 7, 10 am Craft n Chat Tuesday, Nov. 27, 5:30 pm Bring your favorite craft. Thursdays, Nov. 1 - Nov. 15, 10:30 am Event Calendar NAPOLEON Just Desserts Mystery Book Club 2nd Thursdays at 2:30 pm Favorite mysteries with refreshments Tuesdays, Nov. 6 - Dec. 11, 3:30 pm Book Group Thursday, Nov. 15, 2 pm The Shack by William P. Young Thursday, Dec. 20, 2 pm, Title TBD Coupon $wap Thursday, Nov. 29, 2-3 pm Bring unneeded coupons to swap with other coupon enthusiasts. Refreshments Winter Break Movies Wednesday, Dec. 26 11 am: Arthur Christmas (PG) 2 pm: Brave (PG) Thursday, Dec. 27, 2 pm: Pirates!, Band of Misfits (PG) Popcorn & Candy. Bring drinks w/ lid PARMA Drop-in Craft Wednesdays, 10 am - 7 pm Nov. 14: Indian Corn Magnet or Halloween Reflector Necklace Dec. 5: Peace on Earth Magnet or Holiday Ornament Photo Frame Thursday, Nov. 1-Nov. 14, 12 noon SPRING ARBOR Clint the Welsh Corgi Mondays at 11:30 am Come read with book lover Clint! Just Desserts Discussion Group 1st Monday every month at 12 pm Nov. 5: Mennonite in the Little Black Dress by Rhoda Janszen Dec. 3: Matters of the Heart by Danielle Steele Knitting Wednesdays, 1 pm Knitters & crocheters of all ages. National Writing Month Thursday, Nov. 15, 5-8 pm Start writing Nov.1, come in for coffee & encouragement on Nov.15 Tiny Tots Storytime Mondays, Nov. 5-Nov. 19, 11 am Stories & activities ages under 3 yrs. 5 (cont d on page 6)
Event Calendar Please see page 1 for branch locations and phone numbers. SPRING ARBOR (cont d) Lurking Turkeys Find turkeys lurking in books in Nov. get a treat! Writers Group Monday, Nov. 19, 7-9 pm Novel Writing Month-special program Monday, Dec. 17, 7-9 pm Holiday Break Matinees Fridays @ 4 pm Nature Documentaries Nov. 23: The Animal House Dec. 21: Imax Under the Sea Dec. 28: Disneynature Earth Christmas Card Craft Dec. 17-22, during open hours Make cards for family & friends Silent Auction Dec. 10-15, during open hours Bid on lots of great items funds, hosted by Spring Arbor Friends SPRINGPORT International Games Day Saturday, Nov. 3, 10 am - 2 pm Play all kinds of games for all ages! Friends of the Library Let s Get Acquainted! Monday, Nov. 26, 7-8:30 pm Refreshments, games, prizes. 12 Days of Christmas Crafts Dec. 3-22, During open hours Create & take new craft every day. SUMMIT KnitCroWits! 2nd Wednesday at 6-7:30 pm Knit and crochet for adults Summit Book Group 3rd Thursdays, 1-2 pm Check at the branch for topics. Baby Signs Wednesday, Nov. 7 & Dec. 5, 2 pm Beginning signs for babies through preschool and parent or caregiver. SUMMIT (cont d) Wednesdays at 2 pm Nov. 14 & 28 and Dec. 12 Monday Night At The Movies Mondays at 5:30 pm Nov. 12 Woman of the Year Nov. 26 Calendar Girls Dec. 10 Love Actually Dec. 17 The Preacher s Wife Amazin Moms of Summit (AMOS) Mondays, 10:30 am Nov. 5 & 19, Dec. 3 & 17 Chat for moms, crafts & stories for kids Falling Leaves Luminaries Wednesday, Nov. 7, 5:30-7 pm Bring a clear mason jar for your craft Please register Holiday Appetizers & Desserts Friday, Nov. 16, 5:30 pm The Great Foodini-Renee Chodkowski Hand Made Christmas Ornaments Wednesday, Dec. 5, 5:30-7 pm Make & take an ornament. Registration required. Fused Glass Ornaments Friday, Dec. 14, 5-6 pm Peggy Hill of Make it Yours. Holiday Party with Santa Wednesday, Dec. 19, 6-7:30 pm Santa, stories, activities, treats! Celebrating Local Authors 2 Moon Press and Publishing in Marshall, Michigan will be debuting various local authors from Jackson, Marshall, Battle Creek and Lansing and the Indiana area for author meet and greet book signings. Their books will be for sale as well. Watch for them in November and December on Fridays and Saturdays from 2-4 pm (except November 3 and December 28-29) at Carnegie Library, 244 W. Michigan Avenue, Jackson. Contact 517-788-4087, ext. 1339 for more information. 6 PTSD Memoir Ken Rogers, a life-long Michigan resident, is the author of the book, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder A Police Officers Report. As a police officer, Ken was desperate and wide open to emotional pain from a traumatic incident while on patrol. On the outside, he looked all right, but he was emotionally ill. His PTSD symptoms were classic. Ken says, I have written a book about my personal experiences serving as a police officer and my involvement in the shooting of a barricaded gunman. The emotional issues which followed including suffering PTSD changed my life forever. Situations like I faced are part of all first responder s day to day existence. Even today with advances in medicine and therapy, not everyone gets the help they need before it s too late. In his book, Ken exposes his inner most pain and feelings about his position as a police officer and the potential use of deadly force and chronicles his battle to overcome the pain of leaving the job he loved. For more information on Ken visit http://www.ptsdpolice.com. Join us for Ken s story at JDL s Carnegie Library at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 14. His book will be available for sale and signing. For more information, call 517-788-4087.
COMPUTER CLASSES FOR ADULTS NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2012 Register by calling 517-788-4099, ext. 1303 or contact the branch where the classes are held. A listing of phone numbers is on Page 1 of this newsletter. One-on-One computer help available by appointment only. Please call 517-788-4099, ext. 1303. How to use the library at 2:00 A.M. in your jammies, and save gas Learn how to get the most from the JDL Webpage, how to look for library material, place requests, and check your records as well as many other online reference resources and ebooks available through the library 24/7. Participants should have taken How Do I Turn This Darned Thing On? or have knowledge of the computer and mouse. Bring your library card and know your pin number! These sessions can be oneon-one or for multiple participants. Please call for an appointment. How to download books to your ereader devices Because of the wide range of devices, instruction for these devices is done on a one-on-one basis by appointment with a Digital Resource Team member. Call 517-788-4087 or drop by any Tuesday at noon for Taste of Tech. Photo editing How to upload pictures from your digital camera to your computer. Learn how to edit your pictures and be aware of online programs to store, share and edit photos. Not a beginner class, Must be comfortable with computer, mouse, keyboard and Windows operating system. Bring your camera, and USB cord. Tuesday, November 6, 6-8 PM @ Carnegie Wednesday November 7, 2-4 PM @ Carnegie Thursday November 8, 10 AM to 12 PM @ Carnegie ebay part 1 (Find some good deals for Christmas gifts) Participants will learn how to set up their very own ebay account and learn how to bid on and purchase items from ebay. Must be comfortable with computer, mouse, keyboard and Windows operating system Tuesday November 13, 6-8 PM @ Carnegie Wednesday November 14, 2-4 PM @ Carnegie Thursday November 15, 10 AM to 12 PM @ Carnegie ebay part 2 Earn some extra money for Christmas gifts. Participants will learn how to auction/sell items on ebay and learn tips and tricks to help get the most out of ebay. Participants must be comfortable with computer and have taken ebay part one. Bring an item or a digital photo of an item you would like to sell. Tuesday November 27, 6-8 PM @ Carnegie Wednesday November 28, 2-4 PM @ Carnegie Thursday November 29, 10 AM to 12 PM @ Carnegie Introduction to Microsoft Publisher User will gain an overview of MS Publisher and learn to make a greeting card to take home using a picture from your camera. Participants must be comfortable with the computer and how to edit digital pictures. Tuesday December 4, 6-8 PM @ Carnegie Wednesday December 5, 2-4 PM @ Carnegie Thursday December 6, 10 AM to 12 PM @ Carnegie Microsoft Publisher (newsletter) User will gain an overview of MS Publisher and learn the basics of creating a newsletter with edited digital photos. Participants must be comfortable with computer and how to edit pictures on your digital camera. This is not a beginner class. Tuesday December 11, 6-8 PM @ Carnegie Wednesday December 12, 2-4 PM @ Carnegie Thursday December 13, 10 AM to 12 PM @ Carnegie Creating PowerPoint Presentations Create a slide show, of your family Christmases. Participants must be very comfortable with the computer, any word processing program and the Internet. This NOT a Beginner Class. Learn the basics of creating power point presentations. Add, graphics, text, slide transitions. Tuesday December 17, 6-8 PM @ Carnegie Wednesday December 18, 2-4 PM @ Carnegie Thursday December 19, 10 AM to 12 PM @ Carnegie Computer Class Courtesies All classes are FREE and are offered at various times. SPACE IS VERY LIMITED - registration is required. Each class is only one session. Information obtained is cumulative, what is learned in one session will be applied in later classes. There is no limit on the number of classes you can take; sign up for one or the whole series. Classes may be repeated, but please sign up for only one session of each class in this series. Please call ahead to cancel. 7
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