Need a Picture ID?
by Beth Manuel
If you've been asked for a picture ID and have been unable to produce it, you may likely be able to get a Washtenaw County ID Card. Applicants must appear in person at the Washtenaw County Vital Records Division. There are point values attributed to a broad range of documents that can serve as proof for applicants to get a picture ID card when they may have been unable to get ID in the past. The cost of the card is $25.00 and is for all ages. Check out the Washtenaw County ID Project on Facebook to find out about events to promote the ID card. Community members are encouraged to get a card in an effort to de-stigmatize it for those who have no other identification card options.
Ann Arbor Public Schools 2017 Student Art Exhibit
Tuesday April 18, 2017: 9:00am to
Sunday May 28, 2017
Downtown Library: Multi-Purpose Room Exhibit, Downtown Library: Lower Level Display Cases, Downtown Library: 3rd Floor Exhibit
Audio Description Track on DVD!
by Beth Manuel
AADL continues to grow its collection of films that have a Descriptive Video Service or DVS feature. More films are being produced for children and adults that are Described Video Recordings for L Card users to borrow. When you look at this list, sort the items to show the newest DVDs first! Some DVDs are even available by mail to our WLBPD patrons as Free Matter for the Blind. If your vision isn't what it used to be, you may want to try watching a film with described narration. That way you don't have to ask other folks what's happening on the screen and can concentrate on the film.
African American Cultural & Historical Museum of Washtenaw County Living Oral History
Tuesday March 21, 2017: 9:00am to
Thursday April 27, 2017
Malletts Creek Branch: Exhibits
It's Not Too Early to Think about Summer Camp!
by Beth Manuel
Do you know a young person who would be interested in having a camp experience this summer? If so, now is the time to complete a campership application on behalf of a child who has dreamed of the opportunity to go away to camp. The Washtenaw County Camp Placement Association believes that attending a summer resident camp is a unique life experience that provides children an opportunity for growth in social, emotional and physical well-being. Their mission is to connect at-risk youth to camps through community support. WCPA is the only camping program that accepts referrals from teachers and counselors in all Washtenaw county schools, as well as human service agencies throughout the county. Applicants must be entering Grades 5 through 12 in the fall following camp. WCPA takes referrals and applications from now and throughout the summer-please keep this opportunity in mind for kids who could use it.
Learn About or Sign Up for Health Care!
by Beth Manuel
If you missed the session about health care options held on January 18th, there are still opportunities to get the information you may need. You can meet with a Certified Application Counselor at one of the locations listed below.
Friday, Jan. 27 from 5:00-7:00pm
Ypsilanti Community Middle School
235 Spencer Ln, Ypsilanti, MI 48198
Saturday, Jan. 28 from 10:00am-4:00pm
United Way of Washtenaw County
2305 Platt Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Tuesday, Jan. 31 from 1:00-7:00pm
United Way of Washtenaw County
2305 Platt Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
These informational sessions are sponsored by the Washtenaw Health Initiative (WHI), the United Way of Washtenaw County and the U-M Health Policy Student Association.
Educating Community Members About Health Insurance Options-2017
by Beth Manuel
Join us for this session on Wednesday, January 18th from 7:00-8:30 PM. Our presenters will provide information about health insurance options and refer community members to services that can directly enroll people into the coverage they’re eligible for.
Some community members are enrolled in coverage that requires re-enrollment each year, and the speaker will have information and assistance for attendees to learn about re-enrollment.
This event is cosponsored by the Washtenaw Health Initiative (WHI) and the U-M Health Policy Student Association.
Real and Surreal: Art Teachers As Artists
Tuesday January 31, 2017: 9:00am to
Thursday March 16, 2017
Malletts Creek Branch: Exhibits
Rotary Club of Ann Arbor: Celebrating 100 Years
Tuesday January 17, 2017: 3:00pm to
Monday February 27, 2017
Downtown Library: Lower Level Display Cases
2017 AIA Honors Award Exhibit
Tuesday January 17, 2017: 9:00am to
Monday February 27, 2017
Downtown Library: 3rd Floor Exhibit