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April 2, 2025
Join us for a fun-filled Story & Craft Hour where we’ll share wonderful stories and get creative with a hands-on craft! It’s the perfect way for little ones to enjoy books, build creativity, and make new friends.
No registration needed—just drop in and join the fun! We can’t wait to see you! 🖍📚🎉
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3April 3, 2025
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April 7, 2025
📚 Library Board Meeting 📚
For more information, please contact us at (989) 871-2003
Meetings are held in the Frieda Meachem Conference Room and begin at 6:00 pm
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8April 8, 2025
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April 9, 2025
🌱 Spring Planting Season is Here! 🌸
School Readiness: As the seasons change, so do the activities we enjoy outside! Spring is a great time to talk with your child about:
Changing weather and the clothes we wear
How the ground warms up
Seeds, soil, and gardening
What planting means to us and how we care for growing things
These conversations build language, curiosity, and early science skills!
Craft Time: Let’s get our hands a little dirty! We’re planting seeds using: 🪴 Cups 🌱 Potting soil 🌼 Seeds
Perfect for little gardeners in the making. Come grow with us!
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April 9, 2025
Get ready to dig in and get crafty! Join us to create adorable Egg Carton Planters—a perfect way to start your spring gardening! 🌿🌸
No registration required, but we’d love to know if you’re coming! Call us at (989) 871-2003.
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10April 10, 2025
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April 11, 2025
📚💥 Join Our Manga Club! ✨📚 Are you a manga enthusiast or curious about diving into the world of Japanese comics? Our Manga Club is the perfect place for fans to connect, discuss, and share their love of manga!
Whether you're a seasoned reader or just getting started, everyone is welcome! We'll discuss our favorite series, explore new ones, and have fun together.
Come geek out with us—don’t miss it! 🎉
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April 16, 2025
🐣 Easter Egg Suncatchers 🌈
School Readiness Spotlight: This bright and beautiful activity helps children strengthen:
✂️ Fine & gross motor skills (tearing, cutting, placing)
🔶 Shape & color recognition
🔁 Understanding sequence & order
🧠 Following patterns (cutting out egg shapes from their creations!)
These are all great ways to support early learning through hands-on play.
Craft Supplies:
🌼 Contact paper
🌸 Strips of spring-colored tissue paper
🎀 Ribbon
📎 Tape
Hang your colorful creations in the window and let the sunshine shine through! ☀️
Perfect for little gardeners in the making. Come grow with us!
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April 16, 2025
Put your knowledge to the test at Benny’s Bierhalle with a fun-filled Trivia Night, hosted by Millington Arbela District Library! Gather your team, grab a drink, and get ready to show off your smarts! 🧠✨
📅 Date: Wednesday, April 16th
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Benny’s Bierhalle
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April 17, 2025
🎉🎉 Join us as we celebrate the amazing Ms. Jean's retirement! 🌟 After years of dedication and hard work, it's time to honor her journey. 🥳💐 Let's give her the send-off she deserves! 🎂🎈
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April 23, 2025
🐦 Robin on a Nest with Babies 🐣
School Readiness Focus: Springtime brings new life—on the farm and in the wild! This activity encourages children to explore:
🌿 Nest building and animal homes
🥚 The life cycle of birds
👀 Observation skills and curiosity about nature
It’s a sweet way to talk about how animals care for their babies during spring!
Craft Supplies:
🟤 Brown, red, and orange paper
🔵 Light blue pom-poms (baby eggs or birds!)
🍽️ Paper plate (for the nest)
🌾 Brown crinkle paper (for nesting material)
Build a cozy little nest and learn through play!
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April 23, 2025
Join us for a fun and creative evening at the library! Painted Cork Coaster. No registration required, but we’d love to know if you’re coming! (989) 871-2003
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April 24, 2025
Grab your favorite drink or food and join us for a cozy Coffee & Storytime! Enjoy a warm drink while listening to delightful stories in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. It’s the perfect way to start your day or take a break from the hustle and bustle.
Come for the stories, stay for the coffee! See you there! ☕📚
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April 29, 2025
 Canceled due to Power Outage Closure
📚 Join Our Monthly Book Club! April pick is 'Rich People Problems' by Kevin Kwan. Come chat, connect, and enjoy great conversation with fellow book lovers.
📅 Date: Tuesday, April 29th @7pm
Bonus! Library cardholders can grab a copy of next month’s pick at the front desk. Don’t have a library card yet? No problem! Stop by, and we’ll set you up. 📖💛
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April 30, 2025
🐥 Live Baby Chicks & Ducks! 🦆
An unforgettable springtime experience!
School Readiness Highlight:
This hands-on visit is all about learning with the whole body! Children engage their senses through:
👀 Sight, 👂 sound, ✋ touch
✂️ Fine & 🏃 gross motor skills
🧠 Mental stimulation, emotional connection, and a sense of wonder
❓ Asking questions and discovering answers
🌍 Broadening their understanding of the world
It’s a perfect moment for curiosity, connection, and joy!
Setup:
🪑 Conference room cleared with chairs around the perimeter
🐤 Live animals to gently hold and pet
Come meet our fuzzy friends and make lasting memories!
No registration needed—just drop in and join the fun! We can’t wait to see you! 🖍📚🎉
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