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CADL Closed for holiday
Saturday, May 25, 2024
Monday, May 27, 2024
Capital Area District Libraries (system-wide)
All CADL branches are closed May 25-27 for the Memorial Day weekend.
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April Showers Bring May Flowers (All ages)
Sunday, May 05, 2024
All Day
Dansville
It’s the third year of the seed library! The 2024 One Seed, One State selection is Mammoth Long Island Dill. Stop by the Seed Library (located inside the Dansville Library) to select flower, herb and vegetable seeds for your garden, along with planting instructions and a chance to enter into a raffle for a gardening gift pail.
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Seed Sharing at CADL (All ages)
Sunday, May 05, 2024
All Day
Capital Area District Libraries (system-wide)
Grow, save and share seeds from CADL's seed-sharing library from April–May. Visit participating branches and browse our seed libraries, including the 2024 One Seed, One State shared seed "Mammoth Long Island dill". Learn more at www.cadl.org/seeds.
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Worry Shredder (All ages)
Sunday, May 05, 2024
All Day
Haslett
We all have things that make us worry or cause us anxiety. During May, stop by our Worry Shredder Stations to write down your worries, fears, anxieties, or negative self-talk and shred them away.
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Worry Shredder (All ages)
Sunday, May 05, 2024
All Day
Okemos
We all have things that make us worry or cause us anxiety. During May, stop by our Worry Shredder Stations to write down your worries, fears, anxieties, or negative self-talk and shred them away.
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Seed and Plant Swap (All ages)
Sunday, May 05, 2024
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Stockbridge
Held in the library.
Share your seed and plant abundance with community members. Please bring dry, clean seeds free of plant matter and plants in containers that can be taken away.
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Friends of the Haslett Library 50th Anniversary Celebration
Sunday, May 05, 2024
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Haslett
Held in the library.
Join us to celebrate 50 years of the Friends of the Haslett Library supporting the library and community. Light snacks will be provided.
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*U.S. Citizenship Test Practice by Appointment
Monday, May 06, 2024
All Day
Okemos
Make an appointment to practice for the U.S. Citizenship/Naturalization Test. Call 517-347-2021 x 2029 or email statone@cadl.org for more information.
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*U.S. Citizenship Test Practice by Appointment
Monday, May 06, 2024
All Day
Haslett
Make an appointment to practice for the U.S. Citizenship/Naturalization Test. Call 517-347-2021 x 2029 or email statone@cadl.org for more information.
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April Showers Bring May Flowers (All ages)
Monday, May 06, 2024
All Day
Dansville
It’s the third year of the seed library! The 2024 One Seed, One State selection is Mammoth Long Island Dill. Stop by the Seed Library (located inside the Dansville Library) to select flower, herb and vegetable seeds for your garden, along with planting instructions and a chance to enter into a raffle for a gardening gift pail.
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Haslett Friends of the Library Art Show
Monday, May 06, 2024
All Day
Haslett
Visit The Bookend Used Bookstore each month during open hours to see artwork from our monthly featured artists. From May 1-31, view watercolors & acrylics by artist Melissa Salyer. Hours: Monday-Wednesday and Friday from 12-4 p.m.; Thursday from 12-6 p.m.; and Saturday from 12-2 p.m.
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Personalized Computer Help (Adults)
Monday, May 06, 2024
All Day
Holt-Delhi
Make an appointment for a 30-minute session on using your tablet, PC or phone; downloading CADL’s digital collections; using library databases and more. Call 517-694-9351 or email walterk@cadl.org.
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Seed Sharing at CADL (All ages)
Monday, May 06, 2024
All Day
Williamston
Farmers and gardeners have been saving and sharing seeds for thousands of years. Reasons to grow, save, and share seeds include preserving biodiversity, exploring local and heirloom species, and enjoying the bounty of the harvest. From April 1-May 31, visit CADL Williamston and browse our seed library. Find out more at cadl.org/seeds.
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Seed Sharing at CADL (All ages)
Monday, May 06, 2024
All Day
Capital Area District Libraries (system-wide)
Grow, save and share seeds from CADL's seed-sharing library from April–May. Visit participating branches and browse our seed libraries, including the 2024 One Seed, One State shared seed "Mammoth Long Island dill". Learn more at www.cadl.org/seeds.
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Worry Shredder (All ages)
Monday, May 06, 2024
All Day
Haslett
We all have things that make us worry or cause us anxiety. During May, stop by our Worry Shredder Stations to write down your worries, fears, anxieties, or negative self-talk and shred them away.
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Worry Shredder (All ages)
Monday, May 06, 2024
All Day
Okemos
We all have things that make us worry or cause us anxiety. During May, stop by our Worry Shredder Stations to write down your worries, fears, anxieties, or negative self-talk and shred them away.
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*U.S. Citizenship Test Practice by Appointment
Monday, May 06, 2024
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Downtown Lansing
Make an appointment to practice for the U.S. Citizenship test by calling 517-334-1519 or email aboodj@cadl.org.
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Family Storytime Series (Ages up to 6)
Monday, May 06, 2024
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Dansville
Held in the library.
Join us for stories, songs and activities that feature letters of the alphabet and early literacy skills. Participants are encouraged to stay after storytime for play and social time. Each week will feature a special theme and take & make craft.
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Drop-in Basic Needs Assistance (Adults)
Monday, May 06, 2024
10:15 AM - 4:00 PM
Downtown Lansing
Do you need assistance in obtaining basic needs? In partnership with Advent House, a member of their Street Outreach team will be available to connect patrons with assistance in obtaining identification, food, shelter, mental health, rehab, and similar services. Drop in during designated hours to receive assistance. This program is funded in part by an HRCS grant from the City of Lansing.
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CANCELED: Toddler Storytime (Ages 1.5-3)
Monday, May 06, 2024
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Okemos
Held in the library.
Stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers.
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Family Storytime (Ages up to 6)
Monday, May 06, 2024
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
South Lansing
Held in the library.
Engaging stories, songs and activities to help build early literacy skills.
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Toddler Storytime (Ages 2 & up)
Monday, May 06, 2024
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Foster
Held in the library.
Stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers.
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Registration is open
*Kids Crafternoon (Ages 5-13)
Monday, May 06, 2024
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Holt-Delhi
Held in the library.
Join us for a fun hands-on craft project! This month, we will be making colorful paper flowers that are perfect for Mother's Day! *Registration is required; click "register" below.
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Mindful Mondays (All ages)
Monday, May 06, 2024
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
South Lansing
Held in the library.
Join us once a month for different mindfulness activities that will help you relax and center yourself. All ages welcome!
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