Writing & Publishing
NaNoWriMo Kick Off Party
Sunday October 26, 2014: 3:00pm to
5:00pm
Traverwood Branch: Program Room
Grade 9 - Adult.
Writing & Publishing
NaNoWriMo: "I Wrote a Novel... Now What?"
Sunday December 7, 2014: 3:00pm to
5:00pm
Traverwood Branch: Program Room
Grade 9 - Adult.
Lectures & Panel Discussions
How To Advocate For Your Child With ADHD And Other Special Needs At School
Tuesday October 7, 2014: 7:00pm to
8:30pm
Downtown Library: Multi-Purpose Room
Blog Post
Make a Flowernote Bouquet with us this afternoon!
by eapearce
Join library staff and elementary-aged kids for a fun flowernote bouquet craft today (Monday, June 16) at Traverwood at 1:00! Children will use flower templates to cut out and fold special flowers that open up to reveal a handwritten note on the inside. Pipe cleaner "stems" and ribbons will also be provided so that the flowers can be constructed into a beautiful bouquet to give to someone special. This program is intended for grades K-5.
Blog Post
The Summer Game Begins Friday
by aadl staff
Get ready for the summer's best game! Our Summer Game officially begins this Friday, June 13.
Sign up to play; it is truly an all-ages program. Participants collect points by reading books, watching movies, visiting the library, and attending events. Points can then be redeemed for cool prizes.
We will also be hosting a kick-off party at TOP on Sunday, June 15, 7 pm at Rackham Stage with The Dirty Sock Funtime Band.
Public Event
Chesstastic
Sunday December 14, 2014: 1:00pm to
4:00pm
Traverwood Branch: Program Room
Grade K - Adult.
Blog Post
Hike @ Argo Nature Area tonight!
by eapearce
Join us and a representative from Ann Arbor's Natural Area Preservation on an informative nature walk tonight at 7:00pm at Argo Nature Area. This lovely 22-acre park runs along the Huron River offering beautiful views of the water through the oak, hickory and willow trees. The event will be a mixture of hiking the unpaved trail that runs along the river and learning about ecological restoration and native plants and animals from the NAP representative. Remember to wear comfortable clothing and bring water!
We will meet in the parking lot by the Argo Canoe Livery, just off of Longshore Drive.
Blog Post
Quiz: How much do you know about the upcoming Awards Celebration on June 3?
by krayla
Take this quiz to see how much you know about the 3rd-5th Grade Short Story Challenge Awards Celebration on June 3!
1. The fabulous children's author who will be present at the event is...
a. Bob Shea
b. Laura Numeroff
c. Lisa Wheeler
d. Lara Zielin
2. Writers who participated in the Challenge will receive...
a. bacon
b. a certificate
c. a commemorative pen
d. a wheelbarrow
3. Everyone interested in kids' library events can pick up...
a. the pace
b. steam
c. the pieces
d. the new summer Jump! brochure
4. There will be a food table with...
a. cookies and water
b. cookies and cream
c. donuts and lemonade
d. Elephant and Piggie
5. The top 9 winners of the Challenge will get...
a. a deflated tire
b. a smelly old sock
c. a pony!
d. a Target gift card
Whew, tough quiz. Let's see how many you got right:
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If you got:
1 correct: You need to study up. Try stopping by the Awards Celebration and then try again!
2-4 correct: Nice! It sounds like you missed a couple things, but you can make up for that by coming to the Awards Celebration in person!
5 correct: Superstar! Show off your amazing quiz-taking skills by coming to the Awards Celebration!
Blog Post
Calling All Teen Volunteers!!
by sherlonya
Are you a teenager 14-18 years old looking to volunteer over the summer? If so, we have some opportunities for you.
You'll have a chance to help with select summer programs, help us get craft supplies ready for events, and/or package Summer Game orders.
Get started by filling out our online application. Your next step is to attend one of our orientations. It's at the orientation where you can sign up for your volunteer shifts.
June 18, 10:00-10:30 Downtown Board Room
June 19, 4:00-4:30 Pittsfield Program Room
June 24, 4:00-4:30 Traverwood Program Room
June 26, 9:00-9:30 Malletts Creek Program Room
July 2, 10:00-10:30 Downtown Board Room
July 7, 4:00-4:30 Malletts Creek Program Room
July 16, 9:00-9:30 Pittsfield Program Room
July 24, 11:00-11:30 Traverwood Program Room
If you've been waiting for your chance to help out at the library, we can't wait to see you!
Crafts
DIY LED Origami Light Garlands
Saturday July 19, 2014: 2:00pm to
3:30pm
Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
Adults And Teens Grade 6 And Up