Saturday, December 21, 2024

Fowlerville District Library

Upcoming Events

Monday – Wednesday: 9:30 am to 7:00 pm

Thursday: 9:30 am to 8:00 pm

Friday: 9:30 am to 6:00 pm

Saturday: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Sunday: Closed

For any questions, or to register for programs, call us at 517-223-9089

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KIDS & FAMILY

Story Time with Miss Aislynn (Ages 1-5)

Have fun singing songs, reading stories, dancing and playing!

Tues & Wed ● 10-11am

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Lego Club (Ages 7-12)

Build your own Lego creations and complete challenges 

Thursdays ● 4pm

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Graphic Novel Book Club

Read the book and then come to discuss it. Snacks provided. Books are available at the front desk and are yours to keep. Next meeting, we will discuss ANT STORY by Jay Hosler. 

Monday, Jan. 24 ● 4-5 pm

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Book Boxes (All ages)

Fill out the online form by visiting the events page on our website. Let the librarians pick a surprise selection of books for you. Register the first two weeks of every month to get next month’s box, which will be ready to pick up the first of the following month.

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Reading Dragons (All Ages)

Game on! Read to earn creature cards to collect and play games! Can you collect them all? Stop by the library to grab a reading log and a starter set to begin your adventure.

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Snow STEM (Ages 6-12)

Join us for a variety of snow themed STEM activities. Make and take home your very own snow dough, igloo, snowstorm in a jar and snowball catapult. 

Friday, Dec 27 ● 1-2pm

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Happy Noon Year (Ages 2-9)

Ring in the new year when it isn’t past bedtime! Join us for a countdown party complete with party hats, noisemakers, dancing and an apple juice toast. 

Monday, Dec. 30 ● 11-12pm

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Live Homework Help

Free with your library card! Long on to HelpNow, click “Live Help”, Enter subject and grade level and enter the online classroom for expert assistance. You can find a link on our homepage.

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TEENS

Teen After School Hours

Come and play Pokemon and tabletop games after school. Tuesdays ● 3:30 –5pm

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Dungeons & Dragons (Ages 12-18)

Come play D&D 5th Edition! No prior experience needed.

Wednesdays ● 2:30-5pm

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Switch Free Play (Ages 10-18)

Open gaming time with the library's Switch.

Fridays ● 2:30-5 pm

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December Create! (Ages 13 and up)

Join us in the month of December for a Maker’s Space Open House. Make your visions a reality. What will you create? 

Monday Dec 23 ● 4-5 pm

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Winter Break Shenanigans: Nerf Wars & Pizza (Grades 9-12)

We’re teaming up with Linsey’s Llama Promise Youth Center for pizza and an epic Nerf battle among the stacks—after hours, of course! Nerf equipment is provided. 

Mon, Dec 30 ● 6-8pm

We will collaborate with Linsey’s Llama Promise Youth Center for another fun evening beginning at the library for pizza and an activity followed by a movie at the teen center. The fun begins here at the library. 

Fri, Jan 3 ● 6pm

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ADULTS

Find Your People at the Library

We are thrilled to continue this popular working group to explore the Ancestry Library Edition and other valuable genealogy resources. Bring your laptop or use one of our computers. Registration Requested

Tues, Feb 21 ● 1-2:30 pm

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Jam Session (Adults and teens)

Open Jam Sessions are becoming a monthly tradition here at the library. Led by community members who love to learn, share and connect; all levels, instruments and genres are welcome! Newcomers are encouraged to lead tunes when they feel called. Song leads call out chords and changes. Questions? Email kjdamerow@gmail.com, OPENJAM in the subject line. 

Tues, Jan 21 ● 5:30 – 7:00pm

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Cardmaking (Adults)

Greet your friends and loved ones with beautiful homemade greeting cards-made by you! You will make four different cards to take home. All supplies included. Registration is required

Thurs, Jan 23 ● 6:30 pm & Fri, Jan 24 ● 11am

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Scrapbooking (Adults)

Make the most of your memories and join us for a fun day of scrapbooking your favorite photos. Stay the whole time or for just a few hours. Everyone gets their own table. Light refreshments will be provided. Registration is required

Sat. Jan 18 ● 10:30 – 3:30

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Shelf Indulgence Book Club (Adults)

We’re excited about the new format for our monthly afternoon book club. Members will take turns facilitating the discussions. Come and enjoy some literary camaraderie! Register to get a free copy of the book, while supplies last. Registration begins one month before each scheduled meeting. Next up we will discuss OTHER BIRDS by Sarah Addison, 

Thurs Jan 16 ● 2pm

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Sewing (Adults)

Bring your sewing machine and learn from a master seamstress. All levels of skill are welcome. Registration is required

Wed, Jan 15 ● 5:30-8pm & Friday Jan 10 ● 10-2pm

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Beaded Forks (Adults)

Join us for some wire bead wrapping to make a beautiful addition to your party table. The small size is perfect for an olive dish or charcuterie spread. We’ll make this in time for Superbowl weekend. Registration is required. Supplies are limited. 

Thurs, Jan 9 ● 6 pm

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Civil War Enthusiasts – Gettysburg Address

Owen McMaster will be here to deliver the Gettysburg Address and will take a deep dive into the significance and lasting consequences of the “271 Words that Changed History”. 

Wednesday, Jan 22 ● 5:30 pm

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FDL Oral History Project

Record your history with us as we capture the memories and stories of our residents. Call to schedule an audio interview, which can be done by a family member or staff and can include video.

Recordings will become part of the FDL historical collection.

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A Friendly Reminder

We are happy to be fine-free, however after 3 months the item will be withdrawn from our system and can no longer be returned. A library lost/replacement fee will be applied to the account. Please return your items on time so that others can enjoy them too. 

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