Ann Arbor Art Fairs: AADL has the Good Stuff

Wed, 07/16/2014 - 2:23pm by annevm

As the Ann Arbor Art Fairs open today, you can learn a lot from AADL. Take a look at 50 Years of Originality: A History of the Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, a digital collection which includes over 100 images, plus audio recollections and videos. And if you’re interested in viewing past fair posters from our Art Print Collection, click here.

Story telling isn't just for kids!

Tue, 07/15/2014 - 1:36pm by Sunny29

Our wonderful Youth Department works hard every week to create engaging and entertaining storytimes for the little ones, and boy, are they good! But youngsters aren't the only ones who can benefit from a well told story. Anecdotal accounts are paramount in connecting board members to their organization or business, especially in the world of non-profit fundraising. Whether you are a volunteer, staff person, or board member, the AADL has an excellent Non-Profit Resource collection to help you perfect your grant proposal or monthly report.

Ann Arbor Mayoral Forum

Mon, 07/07/2014 - 2:20pm by Beth Manuel

Are you curious about what the four Mayoral Candidates have to say about affordable housing & homelessness? Get your questions answered at a Mayoral forum Tuesday, July 15 from 7:00-9:00 PM. The event will take place at Temple Beth Emeth/St. Clare's Episcopal Church, 2309 Packard Street, Ann Arbor and is sponsored by a coalition of over 30 religious congregations. This is a great opportunity to hear what the candidates have to say about this very important subject.

Does Your Child Qualify?

Thu, 06/12/2014 - 11:57am by Beth Manuel

Are you looking for free, high quality preschool within Washtenaw County for a child who is 3 to 5 years old and wondering if you qualify? If so, there is this interest form that must be completed if you are considering enrolling your child. You can also call 1(800) 777- 2861 to determine if your child is eligible to attend a free Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) or Head Start preschool program in Washtenaw County. For more information on available local programs & eligibility criteria, go to this link. Why Preschool? Studies show benefits from preschool education that carry over into the first years of school and even well into adulthood.

Teens Using Drugs: Education Series

Thu, 05/29/2014 - 2:25pm by Beth Manuel

The Dawn Farms Education Series, "Teens Using Drugs: What To Know and What To Do" is a free, two-part series that will be presented from 7:30-9:00 pm Tuesday, June 3rd, 2014 (part one, "What to Know"), and Tuesday, June 10th (part two, "What to Do"). The programs will be held in the “Exhibition Room” at the St. Joseph Mercy Hospital Education Center at 5305 Elliott Drive, Ypsilanti. The presenter will be Brian Spitsbergen, Director, Community Intervention and Treatment (CITx,) Growth Works, Inc.and will be the last one until the sessions resume in October, 2014. This program is targeted primarily to parents/caretakers of teens & young adults but is inclusive of other family members, teens, professionals, students, people who sponsor or support teens, and others interested. Please contact 734-485-8725 or info@dawnfarm.org or see the link to teens using drugs for information.

Calling All Teen Volunteers!!

Thu, 05/29/2014 - 1:18pm 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!

Adult ADHD & Relationships

Thu, 05/22/2014 - 11:38am by Beth Manuel

Are you or a loved one affected with Adult Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder? If so, you may be interested in joining a local discussion group for information or support. This group meets from 7:00 to 8:30 pm at the WISD Teaching and Learning Center each month. The next meeting is Tuesday, May 27th from 7:00-8:30 pm. This meeting is about Relationships and AD/HD, given by Dr. Arthur Robin. He will provide audience members with practical advice for how to succeed in intimate relationships with AD/HD. After reviewing AD/HD’s impact on relationships, he will discuss strategies for couples to improve their relationships; optimize AD/HD education and adjust attitudes. For more information contact: AnnArborADDults@gmail.com.

Summer Food Service Programs for Children

Tue, 05/20/2014 - 1:49pm by Sunny29

Do you or someone you know have concerns about how your kids will stay well fed throughout the summer months? One in every six households with children in Washtenaw county face varying levels of food insecurity, a concern that only worsens when school is let out. The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) was created to ensure that children in lower-income areas could continue to receive nutritious meals during long school vacations, when they do not have access to the National School Lunch or School Breakfast Programs.

Food Gatherers will be sponsoring the 2014 SFSP's in Washtenaw county by providing free meals to children under 18, or persons up to age 26 that are enrolled in an educational program for the mentally or physically disabled. You can find the site listings here; please note that some sites do have participation requirements. If you have any questions, contact Food Gatherers at (734) 761-2796.

Young Actors Guild: Macbeth

Sun, 05/04/2014 - 4:13pm by annevm

The Ann Arbor Young Actors Guild is gearing up for its presentation of Macbeth May 16-18 at the U-M Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre. In this classic play by William Shakespeare, an 11th century Scottish nobleman is led by an evil prophecy and his ruthless wife to the treasonous act that makes him king Ticket information is here.

Young People's Theater: The Wizard of Oz

Sun, 05/04/2014 - 3:53pm by annevm

Young People's Theater will present the classic story of The Wizard of Oz from May 16-18 at the University of Michigan Power Center. For ticket information, click here. Meanwhile, YPT also is organizing summer camps which you can learn about here.