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9/12/2023
Minecraft Mania!Tuesday Sept. 12 | 6pm – 8pm
Come out and join us for an evening of fun and friendly competition. We’ll have our Minecraft server set up and the laptops ready to go.
9/13/2023
Webster’s Cat CaféWednesday Sept. 13 | 5pm - 8pm
Celebrate “Happy Cat Month” with Webster in this special cat visitation and adoption event, presented by the Constellation Cat Café in East Lansing!
9/14/2023
Our Changing World: Cairns & Beacon Lecture SeriesThurs 9/14; 10/5; 11/2 | 7pm – 8:30pm
Cairns & Beacons is virtual lecture/discussion series being provided by a Michigan Humanities grant to examine several current event topics. The series takes no political position. Our goal is to provide information fairly, identifying differing points of view without bias. Attendees can participate at home or join the group at the Library. See GLADL’s event calendar for zoom links and each month’s discussion topic and presenters.
9/18/2023
Meet the Author: Jan’s Journey [Registration Req.]Monday Sept. 18 | 6pm - 7:30pm
Meet author Bill Blanchard as he presents the compelling, true story of his new book "Jan's Journey"-- a sad, yet uplifting story about his first wife Jan, an outstanding teacher, her journey through life and the disease that cut it short.
9/19/2023
Preschool Story Time for 1-6 year olds with their young siblings, parents or caregivers. Stories and Literacy Enhancing Activities including songs, rhymes and activities. Join us for stories, songs, and a simple craft!9/19/2023
Living with Arthritis: Options & Strategies [Registration Req.]Tuesday Sept. 19 | 3pm - 4pm
Do your joints hurt? Join NovaCare’s Certified Hand Therapist, Shelbi Pline, at the library and learn about how NovaCare can help with hand pain and arthritis. Resources from the Arthritis Foundation of Michigan will also be available.
9/20/2023
Switch Gaming: Mario Party and 3D Printing DemoWednesday Sept. 20 | 6pm - 8pm
Join us for an evening of fun and friendly Switch gaming! We’ll play Mario Party tonight! Feel free to bring your Switch to play between your turns. All skill levels welcome! Plus, learn about 3D printing from local business Layered.
9/21/2023
Lego PaloozaThursday Sept. 21 | 6pm - 7pm
Come get creative with LEGO Bricks at the library! Each child will get a tray of LEGO Bricks and the challenge is to build their most fantastic creation from just those bricks!
9/25/2023
Voter Registration and Information Day!Monday Sept. 25 | 10am - 8pm
Access Voter Registration materials and information on new voting laws. Hosted by GLADL & League of Women Voters Lansing Area.
9/25/2023
3D Printing 201Monday Sept. 25 | 6pm - 7pm
This program will introduce you to the many possibilities of 3D printing and will answer your questions. Come see a demonstration and take home a 3D printed item.
9/26/2023
Everyone has big feelings sometimes. Children who learn to manage those feelings at an early age have a big advantage in life. It’s an important skill for growing minds! Community Mental Health Authority of Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties offers groups for children of all ages learn skills to manage life stress, improve social skills, and have fun doing it! New participants are always welcome – come join us! No registration necessary.
- Tues., 10 am: Ages 3-6 & caregivers: Easy activities children can do to help feel better when they are facing big feelings. Learn about movement and breathing, using artwork to express feelings, and how laughter helps us feel better.
For more information, or to inquire about similar sessions offered for youth ages 7-10 or 11-14, contact Jody Nelson at http://nelsonj@ceicmh.org or call 517-346-8094.
9/26/2023
Preschool Story Time for 1-6 year olds with their young siblings, parents or caregivers. Stories and Literacy Enhancing Activities including songs, rhymes and activities. Join us for stories, songs, and a simple craft!9/28/2023
Magnet Fishing Adventures! [Registration Req.]Thursday Sept. 28 | 6pm - 7pm
Learn about gear selection, ideal magnet fishing locations, managing police interactions, freeing stuck magnets, fishing in strong currents, and more.
