Friday July 12, 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.

Sunday July 14, 2013: 1:00 pm to 1:40 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room

Monica Higman, a teacher with First Steps Washtenaw, presents a program of music and motion.

This event is for children 5 years and younger.

Monday July 15, 2013: 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room

Summer's here -- time for PokeMondays! Four Mondays in a row with tournaments at different branches each week, so be sure to check 'em all out. As always, you'll need your Nintendo DS, DSi or 3DS and a copy of your Pokemon game (sorry, black and white won't work). Big screen and Union Rooms battles are used for admittance into the finals, so be sure to have Pokemon, level 30 or under trained for battle. They'll be needed for qualifying rounds!

This event is for Grades K-5.

Tuesday July 16, 2013: 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room

Nationally acclaimed children's entertainer Chris The Magician creates a constant stream of giggles, guffaws, and smiles with a barrage of wacky, wild, and amazing magic tricks.

For all ages.

Wednesday July 17, 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.

Thursday July 18, 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.

Friday July 19, 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.

Monday July 22, 2013: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Training Center

Join Kathleen McCollum, a Business Systems Analyst from the University of Michigan Human Resources office, to learn how to search and apply for jobs at the University of Michigan.

Monday July 22, 2013: 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room

Local crafter Beth Battey will show you how to use your hands, wool, soapy water and some patience to create your own felt ball! It can be a gift, a pet toy, a fun baby ball or ... you decide!

This event is for Grade K - adult.

Tuesday July 23, 2013: 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room

Join us around the "campfire." Hear stories, sing songs, do sand painting, and try your hand at making ice cream in a bag. For all ages.

Wednesday July 24, 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.

Wednesday July 24, 2013: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Training Center

An introduction to Facebook. Basic computer and mouse experience is required. Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Classrooms will open 15 minutes before the class start times. class handouts

Thursday July 25, 2013: 10:00 am to 11:00 am -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room

Did you know there are apps for your baby to use or be soothed by with your iPad? Bring your baby and explore our baby-proofed iPads, starting with some rhymes and music. You and your baby will have time to play with an iPad.

This event is for parents, caregivers and infants & toddlers from birth to 24 months.

Thursday July 25, 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.

Friday July 26, 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.

Saturday July 27, 2013: 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room

Play with polymers (long chains of molecules) to make slime, bouncy balls, and mock snow.

This event is for Grades K-5.

Monday July 29, 2013: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Training Center

Types of digital cameras, the basics of digital photography. Optional: Bring your digital camera. Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Classrooms will open 15 minutes before the class start times. class handouts

Tuesday July 30, 2013: 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Program Room

The Flying Aces Frisbee Team entertains with information, humor, athletic skills, amazing feats, tricks and just plain silliness! The show ends with an audience participation contest for autographed Flying Aces Frisbees.

This event is for Grade 3 to adult.

Wednesday July 31, 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.

Wednesday July 31, 2013: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm -- Pittsfield Branch: Training Center

Learn options for managing your digital photos on your computer and online and watch demonstrations of Flickr, Picasa, Dropbox, Shutterfly and Snapfish.