Wednesday February 8, 2012: 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm -- Downtown Library: Youth Story Corner

Need help with homework? Students in grades K-12 can get homework help at AADL, provided by volunteers for the University of Michigan chapter of Circle K. No appointment necessary - just drop by!

This event is for grades K - 12.

Saturday February 11, 2012: 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm -- Downtown Library: Multi-Purpose Room

Mark Hodesh, along with folks from the Lunch Room and San Street Carts discusses Ann Arbor's first food cart courtyard, presents some sample tastes, and lets you know what you can look forward to, culinary and otherwise in 2012!

Mark's Carts is a brand new food venture in Ann Arbor, open in spring through fall, offering an array of fresh ethnic dishes in an intimate courtyard garden on Washington Street between First and Ashley. Each food cart is individually owned, and each presents a different style of ethnic or regional food. Join us and learn about this exciting new Ann Arbor venture!

The Lunch Room is run by Phillis Engelbert and Joel Panozzo. Their mission: to provide high-quality, delicious, and nutritious vegan food that demonstrates the breadth and versatility of plant-based whole foods.

Ji Hye Kim and Kristen Hogue Jackson own San Street and take their fond memories of home cooking and Asian street market treats to the streets of Ann Arbor, dishing up some really great Asian street food with the freshest ingredients.

This event is for adults and teens (grade 6 and up).

Sunday February 12, 2012: 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm -- Malletts Creek Branch: Program Room AB

Popular in Europe in the 18th century, quilling or paper filigree is an art form that involves the use of strips of paper that are rolled, shaped, and glued together to create decorative designs.

Learn how to make unique cards or prints in this hands-on workshop. This event is for adults and teens (grade 6 and up).

Monday February 13, 2012: 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm -- Downtown Library: Youth Story Corner

Need help with homework? Students in grades K-12 can get homework help at AADL, provided by volunteers for the University of Michigan chapter of Circle K. No appointment necessary - just drop by!

This event is for grades K - 12.

Tuesday February 14, 2012: 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm -- Malletts Creek Branch: Program Room AB

What better way to spend Valentine's evening: meet new books and new people!

Bring your favorite book and find another great book. Introduce your book to another person in five-minute segments and see if you can match your book up with a new reader.

This event is for teens (grade 6 - 12).

Wednesday February 15, 2012: 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm -- Downtown Library: Youth Story Corner

Need help with homework? Students in grades K-12 can get homework help at AADL, provided by volunteers for the University of Michigan chapter of Circle K. No appointment necessary - just drop by!

This event is for grades K - 12.

Wednesday February 15, 2012: 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm -- Malletts Creek Branch: Program Room AB

Have you ever wondered why a cheese looks or smells the way it does? Or why cheese has mold on it?

Learn the answers when Simone Jenkins from Morgan & York Fine Wines & Specialty Foods tells us about traditional hand-made cheeses from around the world. You'll get to taste a selection of cheese to discover how great cheese is made and aged, learn how best to store it, and lots more. Bring your favorite cheese quote from a story to enter in a drawing for a $25 gift card from Morgan & York!

This event is for adults and teens (grade 6 and up).

Sunday February 19, 2012: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm -- Malletts Creek Branch: Program Room AB

Join us for one of the world's most popular games with players of all ages and abilities! Chess sets are provided. Challenge old friends and meet new ones.

NOTE: THIS MONTH'S CHESSTASTIC IS AT MALLETTS CREEK BRANCH

Monday February 20, 2012: 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm -- Downtown Library: Youth Story Corner

Need help with homework? Students in grades K-12 can get homework help at AADL, provided by volunteers for the University of Michigan chapter of Circle K. No appointment necessary - just drop by!

This event is for grades K - 12.

Wednesday February 22, 2012: 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm -- Downtown Library: Youth Story Corner

Need help with homework? Students in grades K-12 can get homework help at AADL, provided by volunteers for the University of Michigan chapter of Circle K. No appointment necessary - just drop by!

This event is for grades K - 12.

Wednesday February 22, 2012: 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm -- Downtown Library: Multi-Purpose Room

The Creature Conservancy returns for another information-filled evening for teens and adults, bringing many more wild animal surprises! Here's your chance to see and learn about these truly unique creatures and get your questions answered.

The Creature Conservancy, located in Ann Arbor, brings people and wildlife together in educational settings. The Conservancy is part of Copper Leaf Crossing, which is home to the several animal related businesses--all in one amazing 23 acre village. They also have a wide variety of domestic and exotic creatures on the Copper Leaf Crossing campus - no appointment needed to view - just roam the grounds!

This event is for adults and teens (grade 6 and up)

Sunday March 18, 2012: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm -- Traverwood Branch: Program Room

Players of all ages and abilities are invited to play Chess! Chess sets are provided.

Friday April 6, 2012: 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm -- Downtown Library: Multi-Purpose Room

It's a Mario Kart Wii tournament for kids, teens, and adults. Race around familiar classic tracks re-imagined and Wii exclusives. Don't worry about bringing your own Wii-mote, this tournament will require the use of GameCube Controllers!

For participation in the MarioKart7 mini match-up, it is necessary to bring your own 3DS.

Saturday April 7, 2012: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm -- Downtown Library: Multi-Purpose Room

Take a vacation to Wuhu Island and the Wii Sport Resort! Bring family and friends and play your way through Wii Sports Resort's awesome team games. We'll have prizes for the winning teams!

Sunday April 15, 2012: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm -- Traverwood Branch: Program Room

Players of all ages and abilities are invited to play Chess! Chess sets are provided.

Sunday May 20, 2012: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm -- Traverwood Branch: Program Room

Players of all ages and abilities are invited to play Chess! Chess sets are provided.