Hula Hoopla
by ringenka
Have you been searching all the stores for the perfect hula hoop? Are the hoops you find too small or too light or just the wrong color? AADL has your solution: Hula-Hoopla! Join us to use tubing and duct tape to make a unique hula hoop just for you!
Come to the Pittsfield branch on October 2nd and join in on the fun!
Hula-Hoopla! | Saturday, October 2 | 2:00-3:30 PM | Pittsfield | Grade 4-Adult
A little preview?
by StoryLaura
Here is your chance to hear some of the tales that will be told by Corinne Stavish at the National Storytelling Festival this fall. Corinne has been invited to the festival, which draws a crowd of thousands, numerous times as a teller and emcee. She joins us to present Guilt Trips: Roads Taken...And Not With Award-Winning Storyteller Corinne Stavish. On Thursday, August 26th, bring your sense of humor and Corinne will give us a taste of her fun and feisty stories for the adult crowd!
Pittsfield Branch | Thursday, August 26th | 7:00-8:00 PM
Create Something! Make it Happen!
by kidlit
In the last year we have had many, many different craft programs. We've covered holidays (Thanksgiving, Winter Solstice, Mother's Day, etc.) and themes (Mexican Folk Art, Hawaiian Luau, etc.). And there are always art supplies left over after each program. Now we're trying to clean out all of our supply closets to get ready for the new fall and winter programs coming up.
Come to the Pittsfield Branch on Wednesday, August 11 at 2:00 p.m. and see how creative you can be. We'll provide a wide variety of supplies, you provide the ideas.
For preschool through grade 5.
For some good ideas, take a look at the books Rosie O'Donnell's Crafty U or Crafts for Kids by Gill Dickinson.
Hawaiian Luau Craft Program
by kidlit
Let's pretend we all can take a Hawaiian vacation. Come to the Pittsfield Branch on Tuesday, August 3 at 2:00 p.m. for an island experience. We'll be making grass skirts and floral leis. You'll be ready to learn the hula! This program is for preschoolers through 5th graders. All supplies will be provided, light refreshments will be served.
For children's books about Hawaii, click here.
Magic Shows With Local Magician Jeff Wawrzaszek
by kidlit
Everyone loves magic shows. And we've got two opportunities for you to enjoy a great magic show with Jeff Wawrzaszek. This local magician returns to the Library for two shows on Tuesday, July 27. At 2:00 p.m. he'll be at the Pittsfield Branch on Oak Valley Drive. At 7:00 p.m. he'll be at the Malletts Creek Branch on Eisenhower Parkway.
What a great way to enjoy a summer day!
Then try learning some magic tricks on your own with these books.
Pizza Party and Book Swap!
by kidlit
The 2010 Summer Reading Game is about halfway through. Do you need something new and exciting to read to finish up? Come to the Pittsfield Branch on Tuesday, July 20th at noon for a Pizza Party and Book Swap. Bring a gently used book of your own that you are willing to give away and you can swap with someone who has a title that you might want to read. And while all this trading is going on . . . everyone can have pizza for lunch! This is for children preschool age up through 5th grade.
For a good recommended summer reading list, click here.
Jean Pocket Purses
by Bertha
We'll have the jean pockets, ribbons and beads for you to create a masterpiece purse. Join in the 'Make It Happen' summer theme and create something crafty. If your handiwork leaves you inspired, later you may branch out and try something else along the lines of jazzy jeans. See you there at Pittsfield, Wednesday, July 14, from 2 - 3:30 pm. Grades 6-12.
Incredible Art of Cake Making - Rescheduled!
by erin
After having to cancel this event this past weekend due to a tornado warning we're happy to announce it's been re-scheduled! Mark your calendars for Sunday, August 22, 2:00-3:30 PM at the Pittsfield Branch. Fans of TV shows like Ace of Cakes and Food Network should join us for an afternoon of learning and cake tasting with Ann Arbor cake artist Heather Anne Leavitt. Heather trained in sculpture at the U and her cakes show it. Heather has assisted on a some challenges on the Food Nework!
Learn about the magic of fondant and how those gravity defying cakes actually stand up. This event is free of charge of requires no registration.
Happy Birthday, America! A Star-Spangled Craft Program
by kidlit
Come to the Pittsfield Branch on Friday, July 2, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. for a craft program in honor of the Fourth of July holiday. We'll be making holiday wreaths, Uncle Sam masks, flags and pretend fire crackers. We stocked up on red, white, and blue construction paper!
This is for preschoolers through 5th grade. Preschoolers will need some help from their grownups. All supplies will be provided.
For some books on the holiday, click here.
Jenga Tournament!
by kidlit
How high can you build the tower of wood bricks before it tumbles down? Come to the Pittsfield Branch Library on Tuesday, June 22nd from 2 - 3 p.m. and test your Jenga skills. We'll provide the games, you bring the steady hands.
Prizes at the tournament will be awarded to the top three finishers in two categories: grades K-2 and 3-5. As with all summer programs, we go by the grade you will be entering in the fall.