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  • Create a Wish List in the Digital Library!
    If you want to keep a list of items you want to check out some time in the future, use the brand new "Add to Wish List" function. You'll find the link right under the "Add to cart" or "Request this item" links. More info...
  • So you think you can draw? Enter our Thanksgiving Drawing Contest!
    Submit your THANKSGIVING-THEMED drawings to our Drawing Contest and compete against others in your age group! Drawings may be submitted at any GDL location between 11/22/08 and 11/26/08. Please include your contact information and your age on the back side of your submission. Prizes will be awarded on December 6th.
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Craft Time @ the Library: Something for Thanksgiving

When: Wednesday November 19th, 2008 - 06:30 PM
Where: Flushing Area Library at Library

Children get together once a month at the library for a special craft with Librarian Cara Birmingham. Space is limited so call ahead for your place.

Grand Blanc Book Discussion Group

When: Thursday November 20th, 2008 - 01:00 PM

Adult Book Discussion Group held at the Grand Blanc McFarlen Library. Contact the library for details about this discussion group.

Sharpen Your Interviewing Skills

When: Thursday November 20th, 2008 - 02:00 PM

Patrons in attendance will learn how to prepare for their next job interview with confidence. The one-hour presentation includes information on interview preparation, clothing do’s and don’ts, conveying a good first impression and answering and asking the right questions. Class size is limited and pre-registration is required.

Movies! Movies! Movies!

When: Thursday November 20th, 2008 - 04:00 PM
Where: Davison Area Library at Library

We have a special movie planned for your viewing at the library. We can't tell you what it is here because of the license agreement, but call the library if you would like more information.

Knitting Knatters

When: Thursday November 20th, 2008 - 04:00 PM
Where: Clio Area Library at 2nd Floor Meeting Room

Bring your needles and a project you are working on or you can work on one of our ideas. Projects and directions can be picked up at the library or printed from the teen pages at www.thegdl.org. Bring scrap yarn for the TeenFusion friendship scarf. For beginners and experts.

Bedtime Stories with Miss Katie

When: Thursday November 20th, 2008 - 07:00 PM
Where: Montrose Jennings Memorial Library at Library

Wear your jammies, bring your blankie or teddy and get cozy at the library for stories, songs, fingerplays, and bedtime fun. No registration needed.

Storytimes with Miss Carol for 2's

When: Friday November 21st, 2008 - 10:00 AM
Where: Grand Blanc McFarlen Library at Children's area

Miss Carol returns with stories, games, music, and crafts for 2 year olds. Pre-Registration is necessary. Please call or visit the library to pre-register.

Storytimes with Miss Carol for 3's

When: Friday November 21st, 2008 - 11:00 AM
Where: Grand Blanc McFarlen Library at Children's area

Miss Carol returns with stories, games, music, and crafts for 3 year olds. Pre-Registration is necessary. Please call or visit the library to pre-register.

Storytimes with Miss Carol for 4's

When: Friday November 21st, 2008 - 01:00 PM
Where: Grand Blanc McFarlen Library at Children's area

Miss Carol returns with stories, games, music, and crafts for 4 year olds. Pre-Registration is necessary. Please call or visit the library to pre-register.

The Twilight Party

When: Friday November 21st, 2008 - 06:00 PM
Where: Grand Blanc McFarlen Library at Community Room

The theme is the big wedding of Bella and Edward! Come to the party dressed as your favorite character. Play Twilight Jeopardy and win vampire prizes. Great music! Snacks.

So you think you can draw?

When: Saturday November 22nd, 2008 - All Day
Where: Beecher-Vera B. Rison at Library

Submit your THANKSGIVING-THEMED drawings to our Drawing Contest and compete against others in your age group! Drawings may be submitted at any GDL location between 11/22/08 and 11/26/08. Please include your contact information and your age on the back side of your submission. Prizes will be awarded on December 6th.

Get Excited about Science: Planet Read

When: Saturday November 22nd, 2008 - 10:00 AM
Where: Clio Area Library at 2nd Floor Meeting Room

Magician and funnyman Steve Belliveau discusses a serious topic in a fun and interactive way. You'll learn about the science of astronomy, rockets, space stations and what it might be like to live in space.

Get Excited about Science: Planet Read

When: Saturday November 22nd, 2008 - 01:00 PM
Where: Montrose Jennings Memorial Library at Computer Lab

Magician and funnyman Steve Belliveau discusses a serious topic in a fun and interactive way. You'll learn about the science of astronomy, rockets, space stations and what it might be like to live in space.

Read It and Watch It

When: Saturday November 22nd, 2008 - 02:00 PM
Where: Fenton Winegarden Library Children's Center at Children's Center

Compare the book to the movie. Be sure to read the book first.
Saturday, Sept. 27 Holes by Louis Sachar
Saturday, Nov. 22 The Wizard of OZ by L. Frank Baum

Get Excited about Science: Planet Read

When: Saturday November 22nd, 2008 - 03:30 PM
Where: Headquarters Library at Conference Room

Magician and funnyman Steve Belliveau discusses a serious topic in a fun and interactive way. You'll learn about the science of astronomy, rockets, space stations and what it might be like to live in space.

So you think you can draw?

When: Sunday November 23rd, 2008 - All Day
Where: Beecher-Vera B. Rison at Library

Submit your THANKSGIVING-THEMED drawings to our Drawing Contest and compete against others in your age group! Drawings may be submitted at any GDL location between 11/22/08 and 11/26/08. Please include your contact information and your age on the back side of your submission. Prizes will be awarded on December 6th.

So you think you can draw?

When: Monday November 24th, 2008 - All Day
Where: Beecher-Vera B. Rison at Library

Submit your THANKSGIVING-THEMED drawings to our Drawing Contest and compete against others in your age group! Drawings may be submitted at any GDL location between 11/22/08 and 11/26/08. Please include your contact information and your age on the back side of your submission. Prizes will be awarded on December 6th.

Storytimes with Miss Carol for 2's

When: Monday November 24th, 2008 - 10:00 AM

Miss Carol returns with stories, games, music, and crafts for 2 year olds. Pre-Registration is necessary. Please call or visit the library to pre-register.

Laptime with Miss Katie

When: Monday November 24th, 2008 - 10:30 AM
Where: Montrose Jennings Memorial Library at Library

Caregivers and little ones enjoy age appropriate stories, songs, rhymes, puppets, and activities. No registration necessary.

Storytimes with Miss Carol for 3's

When: Monday November 24th, 2008 - 11:00 AM

Miss Carol returns with stories, games, music, and crafts for 3 year olds. Pre-Registration is necessary. Please call or visit the library to pre-register.

Storytimes with Miss Carol for 4's

When: Monday November 24th, 2008 - 01:00 PM

Miss Carol returns with stories, games, music, and crafts for 4 year olds. Pre-Registration is necessary. Please call or visit the library to pre-register.

So you think you can draw?

When: Tuesday November 25th, 2008 - All Day
Where: Beecher-Vera B. Rison at Library

Submit your THANKSGIVING-THEMED drawings to our Drawing Contest and compete against others in your age group! Drawings may be submitted at any GDL location between 11/22/08 and 11/26/08. Please include your contact information and your age on the back side of your submission. Prizes will be awarded on December 6th.

Toddle Time Stories

When: Tuesday November 25th, 2008 - 10:30 AM
Where: Fenton Winegarden Library Children's Center at Children's Center

A storytime session for toddlers and babies two years and under.

So you think you can draw?

When: Wednesday November 26th, 2008 - All Day
Where: Beecher-Vera B. Rison at Library

Submit your THANKSGIVING-THEMED drawings to our Drawing Contest and compete against others in your age group! Drawings may be submitted at any GDL location between 11/22/08 and 11/26/08. Please include your contact information and your age on the back side of your submission. Prizes will be awarded on December 6th.