Bunny Love

Sun, 10/12/2008 - 1:46pm by anonymous

An Open House for the Great Lakes Rabbit Sanctuary is today! Enjoy everything from a haunted Hoppy Hollow to tours of their grounds. The Sanctuary, located south of Ann Arbor in Willis, is a home for neglected domestic rabbits. They have floppy friends available for adoption. They are also a "no-kill" facility, so rabbits unsuitable for adoption have a place to live out their lives. Investigating whether or not a rabbit is right for your house? The library has many books available on the care of rabbits. They include House Rabbit Primer: Understanding and Caring for your Companion Rabbit and The Proper Care of Rabbits.

National Depression Screening Day: October 10

Wed, 10/08/2008 - 4:55pm by iralax

Friday, October 10 is National Depression Screening Day. The University of Michigan Psychological Clinic will offer free, confidential mental health screenings for depression, bipolar disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder to all interested community members. Individuals will have the opportunity to complete a written screening questionnaire, and talk privately with a mental health professional regarding screening results. Those who may need further help will be given referrals to local mental health care providers. Located in East Hall, 530 Church St., Suite 2463, 734-761-3471; no appointment necessary.

That old vinyl collection...

Sat, 10/04/2008 - 2:29pm by RiponGood

The Ann Arbor Record & CD Show is coming on Sunday, October 12, from 10 AM to 4 PM. The fair has moved to a new location, Weber's Inn, 3050 Jackson Rd. Over 50 dealers from several states will be there offering a wide variety of rare and collectible used records and CDs along with hard-to-find new releases. Be sure to get their early for the best selection. Refreshments will be available. Feel free to bring in a small number of records to sell. Admission is only $3 admission for people 11 and up. Children age 10 & under are free.

Before you head over to the show, be sure to look at our discography collection.

Foreclosure Woes

Mon, 09/29/2008 - 4:21pm by Beth Manuel

Stressed about money? Have you lost your home or job? If you are struggling there is help available. Eastern Michigan University Clinic has created a low-cost support group for any adult struggling with financial or housing stress. To attend, call Dr. Perry Francis at 734-487-4410. From the AADL collection, take a look at Stop Foreclosure, a video produced by our local CTN.

Let's play a game...

Sat, 09/27/2008 - 10:52am by RiponGood

The Ann Arbor Go Club meets every Sunday and Thursday at Espresso Royale, 322 S. State. All skill levels are welcome to play one of the world's most difficult board games. You don't need a partner and boards and stones are provided. Need a primer or tips? Check out our collection of books on the game.

Freerunning with Levi, Travis, and Mike

Fri, 09/26/2008 - 3:43pm by Bertha

Freerunner Levi Meeuwenberg is joined by Travis Graves and Mike Friedman, co-founders of the UM Parkour Club, in a presentation of freerunning. Levi has competed on G4's American Ninja Challenge and Ninja Warrior.
This physical art which uses what the rural and urban landscapes have to offer is full of flips, tricks, and stunts, you wouldn't want to try at home, especially the 'superman frontflip' or the '360 wallrun.' If you're thinking about giving it a go yourself, you may want to check out Dynamics of Strength Training and Conditioning first.

Friday, September 26 | 7:00-8:30 PM | Downtown/Multi-Purpose Room Grades 6-Adult

Ann Arbor YMCA celebrates 150 years

Thu, 09/25/2008 - 10:45am by amy

This Sunday, September 28, from 2-5 p.m. the Ann Arbor YMCA will celebrate its 150th anniversary with a parade, music and other special events. The above image, from the Making of Ann Arbor postcard collection, is of an earlier Ann Arbor YMCA building. More photographs and documents relating to the history of the Ann Arbor Y are on display at the Museum on Main Street until November 22.

Film & Discussion: KING CORN

Thu, 09/25/2008 - 8:33am by Bertha

Recent college graduates Ian Cheney and Curt Ellis leave the east coast for rural Iowa, where they decide to grow an acre of the nation's most powerful crop. They find that America's most subsidized crop has become the staple of its cheapest - and most troubling - foods. Watch the film and join the post-discussion led by UM Community Scholars. Cosponsored by Michigan Television and University of Michigan Community Scholars Program.

Check here for background to the making of the film or get the scoop on taking the eating challenge. Can you go a month without eating corn? Probably not. Thursday, September 25 | 6:30 - 8:30 pm Downtown Library 4th Floor Meeting Room

Booksigning and Discussion

Wed, 09/24/2008 - 8:26pm by ErinDurrett

If you missed her in March, here's your chance to meet with Cassandra Carter! This Friday September 26th, author Cassandra Carter will be at Borders to sign and discuss her latest book. Miss Carter is known for her coming of age novels about America's teens which she writes about in her own unique and youthful style. Her latest book, 16 Isn't Always Sweet, is about a teenage girl, Jordan, dealing with sudden popularity after being in the hottest rapper's music video, and the fall out of her friendship to Adrienne, her best friend, whose jealousy is ruining Jordan's life. The signing and discussion will take place at 7:00 pm at the Arborland Mall Borders.

Bonsai Auction - Wednesday, Sept 24 - 7:00 PM

Tue, 09/23/2008 - 6:56pm by RiponGood

The Ann Arbor Bonsai Society will be holding a auction at the U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Items featured will include bonsai equipment, trees, and pots provided by club members. Once you have your bonsai, be sure to check-out the wide selection of books on growing bonsai here at the library.