Upcoming Events at Pittsfield Branch
Grief 101: What To Expect When Grieving
Tuesday June 18, 2013: 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
Presented by Arbor Hospice's Grief Support Services, this educational meeting will provide you with the resources and information you are looking for when coping with the loss of a loved one. The session will help examine what is normal during the grief process, strategies for coping, suggestions for self-care, and what support is available to you. There will be time for questions at the end.
Arbor Hospice is a community resource that provides grief support services to any member of our community who has experienced a loss through death. In addition to providing support services to family members who have utilized Arbor Hospice's services, programs are open to any member of the community who has experienced a loss. For more information on Arbor Hospice Grief Support, contact Grief Support at 734-794-5375 or ghaynes@arborhospice.org.
Playgroups
Wednesday June 19, 2013: 11:00 am to 12:00 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
This is a time for babies up to 24 months and their grown-ups to gather and play. The Library will provide the space and a variety of toys.
Each playgroup includes 15 minutes of stories, rhymes and songs. Parents/guardians must remain with their children.
No older siblings, please.
Craft Stick Catapults
Wednesday June 19, 2013: 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
Like to see things fly? With a few household items, we'll make a small catapult.
This event is for grades K-5.
Preschool Storytimes
Thursday June 20, 2013: 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
Join us for stories and songs for listeners age 2 to 5 years, accompanied by an adult. Siblings are welcome.
Preschool Storytimes
Friday June 21, 2013: 10:00 am to 10:30 am -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
Join us for stories and songs for listeners age 2 to 5 years, accompanied by an adult. Siblings are welcome.
English as a Second Language Conversation Group
Monday June 24, 2013: 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
Washtenaw Literacy's ESL groups focus on speaking and listening skills for adults in an informal, relaxed setting. TOEFL preparation is also available.
Mad Hatter Hats
Tuesday June 25, 2013: 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
What's more fun than a Mad Hatter Hat? Construct a crazy and colorful one of your own!
This event is for preschool - grade 5.
Playgroups
Wednesday June 26, 2013: 11:00 am to 12:00 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
This is a time for babies up to 24 months and their grown-ups to gather and play. The Library will provide the space and a variety of toys.
Each playgroup includes 15 minutes of stories, rhymes and songs. Parents/guardians must remain with their children.
No older siblings, please.
Word Advanced
Wednesday June 26, 2013: 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Training Center
Learn how to insert breaks and cover pages, perform a mail merge and create a table of contents.
Pom-Pom Launchers
Thursday June 27, 2013: 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
With a few household items, we'll make a launcher that can send small pom-poms flying. How far will yours go?
This event is for grades K - 5.
Preschool Storytimes
Thursday June 27, 2013: 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
Join us for stories and songs for listeners age 2 to 5 years, accompanied by an adult. Siblings are welcome.
Preschool Storytimes
Friday June 28, 2013: 10:00 am to 10:30 am -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
Join us for stories and songs for listeners age 2 to 5 years, accompanied by an adult. Siblings are welcome.
The Joel Tacey Variety Show
Friday June 28, 2013: 1:00 pm to 1:45 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
With a mix of dazzling juggling, silly music, wacky stunts, and amazing gadgets, Joel truly gets the audience in on the fun!
Joel Tacey, Michigan's Family Funnyman performs about 350 live shows per year, visiting groups of every size in every corner of Michigan and beyond with his high-energy goofy and funny performances and positive attitude that audiences love.
This event will be repeated from 4:00 - 4:45 pm at Pittsfield Branch. It is for grades K - 5.
The Joel Tacey Variety Show
Friday June 28, 2013: 4:00 pm to 4:45 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
With a mix of dazzling juggling, silly music, wacky stunts, and amazing gadgets, Joel truly gets the audience in on the fun!
Joel Tacey, Michigan's Family Funnyman performs about 350 live shows per year, visiting groups of every size in every corner of Michigan and beyond with his high-energy goofy and funny performances and positive attitude that audiences love.
This event is for grades K - 5.
Cirque Amongus
Tuesday July 2, 2013: 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
A Cirque Amongus show is an amazing, delightful, surprising combination of circus skills, comedy and audience participation with a display of teamwork and perseverance!
This event is for Grades K-5.
Playgroups
Wednesday July 3, 2013: 11:00 am to 12:00 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
This is a time for babies up to 24 months and their grown-ups to gather and play. The Library will provide the space and a variety of toys.
Each playgroup includes 15 minutes of stories, rhymes and songs. Parents/guardians must remain with their children.
No older siblings, please.
Star-Spangled Crafts
Wednesday July 3, 2013: 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
Celebrate our nation's birthday by making decorations for your Fourth of July celebration.
This even is for Preschool - Grade 5.
Preschool Storytimes
Friday July 5, 2013: 10:00 am to 10:30 am -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
Join us for stories and songs for listeners age 2 to 5 years, accompanied by an adult. Siblings are welcome.
Playgroups
Wednesday July 10, 2013: 11:00 am to 12:00 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
This is a time for babies up to 24 months and their grown-ups to gather and play. The Library will provide the space and a variety of toys.
Each playgroup includes 15 minutes of stories, rhymes and songs. Parents/guardians must remain with their children.
No older siblings, please.
Beginning Computers
Wednesday July 10, 2013: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Training Center
Learn basic computer terms, mouse & keyboard skills, and receive an introduction to Microsoft Word and Internet Explorer. Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Classrooms will open 15 minutes before the class start times. class handouts
