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Upcoming Events...

Tuesday, January 21, 2020 5:00 PM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

Come be a "camp counselor" for our stuffed animal guests. Volunteer hours provided! Registration by a staff member is required.

Wednesday, January 22, 2020 10:15 AM

CRDL - Shepherd Community Library

For children up to 5 years old.

CRDL Storytimes will help your you and your child communicate better by developing their ability to describe things and events and tell stories. By attending CRDL Storytimes your child will gain an interest and enjoyment for books and reading. Your child will be able to hear and play with the smaller sounds in words and learn the difference between letters, their names and their sounds. Your child will also recognize print, learn how to handle a book and how to follow the words on a page.

Wednesday, January 22, 2020 11:30 AM

CRDL - Faith Johnston Memorial Library

For children 0-5.
CRDL Storytimes will help your you and your child communicate better by developing their ability to describe things and events and tell stories. By attending CRDL Storytimes your child will gain an interest and enjoyment for books and reading. Your child will be able to hear and play with the smaller sounds in words and learn the difference between letters, their names and their sounds. Your child will also recognize print, learn how to handle a book and how to follow the words on a page.

Wednesday, January 22, 2020 3:30 PM

CRDL - Shepherd Community Library

Join us for Create, Make and Take Crafts. Shepherd Community Library invites children of all ages to come to the library to make crafts. The library will provide all the materials and directions to create your crafts. You only need to bring your creativity.

Thursday, January 23, 2020 10:15 AM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

For children up to 5 years old.

CRDL Storytimes will help your you and your child communicate better by developing their ability to describe things and events and tell stories. By attending CRDL Storytimes your child will gain an interest and enjoyment for books and reading. Your child will be able to hear and play with the smaller sounds in words and learn the difference between letters, their names and their sounds. Your child will also recognize print, learn how to handle a book and how to follow the words on a page.


Thursday, January 23, 2020 6:00 PM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

Sit down with us for a meal and enjoy stories, songs, and crafts celebrating the diversity of every kind. Thank you to Panera Bread for sponsoring this event.

Registration required.

Friday, January 24, 2020 10:15 AM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

Sing and dance with your child! Wave some ribbons, play with scarves, tap some rhythm sticks, and shake some shaker eggs.


For children up to 5 years old.

Saturday, January 25, 2020 11:00 AM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

Think you can smash the competition in an epic battle in a Super Smash Bros. Ultimate? Join us for a day of pizza and gaming.

Sunday, January 26, 2020 10:00 AM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

Explore Chippewa Watershed Conservancy's Sylvan Solace by snowshoe. We will search for signs of wildlife and enjoy a winter morning as we explore this 78-acre preserve located just west of Mt. Pleasant. If conditions are unfavorable to snowshoe, we will enjoy a winter hike. Snowshoe availability is limited, so please register in advance.

Sylvan Solace Nature Preserve
4561 W. Pickard Road
Mt. Pleasant, MI

Tuesday, January 28, 2020 6:00 PM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

Join us for a monthly bookclub lead my middle school students for middle school students! Contact Tinna Mills to reserve a copy of this month's book. Thank you to Domino's Pizza for providing food for this event!

This month's book is Savvy by Ingrid Law.

Wednesday, January 29, 2020 3:30 PM

CRDL - Shepherd Community Library

Join us for Create, Make and Take Crafts. Shepherd Community Library invites children of all ages to come to the library to make crafts. The library will provide all the materials and directions to create your crafts. You only need to bring your creativity.

Thursday, January 30, 2020 10:15 AM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

For children up to 5 years old.

CRDL Storytimes will help your you and your child communicate better by developing their ability to describe things and events and tell stories. By attending CRDL Storytimes your child will gain an interest and enjoyment for books and reading. Your child will be able to hear and play with the smaller sounds in words and learn the difference between letters, their names and their sounds. Your child will also recognize print, learn how to handle a book and how to follow the words on a page.


Friday, January 31, 2020 10:15 AM

CRDL - Faith Johnston Memorial Library

Sing and dance with your child! Wave some ribbons, play with scarves, tap some rhythm sticks, and shake some shaker eggs.


For children up to 5 years old.

Sunday, February 02, 2020 1:00 PM

CRDL - Fremont Township Library

Join us at the library for a free movie and free refreshments. Check our Sunday Cinema page for details. See you at the movies!

Monday, February 03, 2020 9:30 AM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

For children 10 months to 2 years old.

Baby Time is a developmentally appropriate, rich language, rhyming and musical environment where all children can develop a disposition toward becoming life-long readers while developing an appreciation for all language and music!

Parents, caregivers, and children will interact with and respond to the best in children's literature through musical play. Through engaged, adult participation, our goal is to immerse children in a rich environment filled with the joy of story, music and movement.

Monday, February 03, 2020 10:15 AM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

CRDL Story times will help your you and your child communicate better by developing their ability to describe things and events and tell stories. By attending CRDL Story times your child will gain an interest and enjoyment for books and reading. Your child will be able to hear and play with the smaller sounds in words and learn the difference between letters, their names and their sounds. Your child will also recognize print, learn how to handle a book and how to follow the words on a page.


For ages 2-3

Tuesday, February 04, 2020 2:00 PM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

Learn the basics of how to use a computer. Classes are limited to 10 attendees. Registration required.

Tuesday, February 04, 2020 6:00 PM

CRDL - Shepherd Community Library

It's our 16th annual Skip the Romance and go Straight for the Chocolate event. This year we're gonna have more chocolate than ever! That's right, chocolate, chocolate, and more chocolate! Need we say more? Space is limited, registration is required. For grades 6-12.

Wednesday, February 05, 2020 10:15 AM

CRDL - Shepherd Community Library

For children up to 5 years old.

CRDL Storytimes will help your you and your child communicate better by developing their ability to describe things and events and tell stories. By attending CRDL Storytimes your child will gain an interest and enjoyment for books and reading. Your child will be able to hear and play with the smaller sounds in words and learn the difference between letters, their names and their sounds. Your child will also recognize print, learn how to handle a book and how to follow the words on a page.

Wednesday, February 05, 2020 11:30 AM

CRDL - Faith Johnston Memorial Library

For children 0-5.
CRDL Storytimes will help your you and your child communicate better by developing their ability to describe things and events and tell stories. By attending CRDL Storytimes your child will gain an interest and enjoyment for books and reading. Your child will be able to hear and play with the smaller sounds in words and learn the difference between letters, their names and their sounds. Your child will also recognize print, learn how to handle a book and how to follow the words on a page.

Wednesday, February 05, 2020 2:00 PM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

Learn how to get online and explore the Internet. Class limited to 10 attendees. Registration required.

Wednesday, February 05, 2020 3:30 PM

CRDL - Shepherd Community Library

Join us for Create, Make and Take Crafts. Shepherd Community Library invites children of all ages to come to the library to make crafts. The library will provide all the materials and directions to create your crafts. You only need to bring your creativity.

Thursday, February 06, 2020 10:15 AM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

For children up to 5 years old.

CRDL Storytimes will help your you and your child communicate better by developing their ability to describe things and events and tell stories. By attending CRDL Storytimes your child will gain an interest and enjoyment for books and reading. Your child will be able to hear and play with the smaller sounds in words and learn the difference between letters, their names and their sounds. Your child will also recognize print, learn how to handle a book and how to follow the words on a page.


Thursday, February 06, 2020 2:00 PM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

Learn how to protect yourself and your computer when online. The class is limited to 10 attendees.

Thursday, February 06, 2020 6:00 PM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

We'll use books, songs, movement, and therapeutic activities to stimulate all five senses and promote learning! Plus, enjoy a meal with us before the program begins! Thank you to Domino's Pizza for providing food for this event.

Registration required.

Please email Christie at cfolsom@crdl.org if you have requests or suggestions on how to meet your child's needs at this program.


Friday, February 07, 2020 10:15 AM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

Sing and dance with your child! Wave some ribbons, play with scarves, tap some rhythm sticks, and shake some shaker eggs.


For children up to 5 years old.

Friday, February 07, 2020 5:00 PM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls. Step right up and join us Under the Big Top! Chippewa River District Library, Mt. Pleasant Parks & Recreation and My 104.3 bring you a family event unlike any other. Join us at Morey Courts for exciting performances, midway activities, games, and food. It's the family event of the winter! Don't miss it!

Sunday, February 09, 2020 2:00 PM

CRDL - Faith Johnston Memorial Library

Join us at the library for a free movie and free refreshments. Check our Sunday Cinema page for details. See you at the movies!

Monday, February 10, 2020 9:30 AM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

For children 10 months to 2 years old.

Baby Time is a developmentally appropriate, rich language, rhyming and musical environment where all children can develop a disposition toward becoming life-long readers while developing an appreciation for all language and music!

Parents, caregivers, and children will interact with and respond to the best in children's literature through musical play. Through engaged, adult participation, our goal is to immerse children in a rich environment filled with the joy of story, music and movement.

Monday, February 10, 2020 10:15 AM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

CRDL Story times will help your you and your child communicate better by developing their ability to describe things and events and tell stories. By attending CRDL Story times your child will gain an interest and enjoyment for books and reading. Your child will be able to hear and play with the smaller sounds in words and learn the difference between letters, their names and their sounds. Your child will also recognize print, learn how to handle a book and how to follow the words on a page.


For ages 2-3

Tuesday, February 11, 2020 2:00 PM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

Learn the basics of Microsoft Word. Class is limited to 10 attendees. Registration required.

Tuesday, February 11, 2020 5:00 PM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

Teen Advisory Board is fun, friendly, and full of new experiences. It provides opportunities to meet new people, hang out with friends, all while helping the community. Pizza provided by Domino's.

Tuesday, February 11, 2020 6:00 PM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

It's our 16th annual Skip the Romance and go Straight for the Chocolate event. This year we're gonna have more chocolate than ever! That's right, chocolate, chocolate, and more chocolate! Need we say more? Space is limited, registration is required. For grades 6-12.

Tuesday, February 11, 2020 6:30 PM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

Want to learn how to knit or crochet? Or just hang out with other fabulous knitters and crocheters? Our Spinning Yarns group welcomes adult knitters and crocheters of all skill levels. Please bring your own supplies, and remember to keep calm and carry yarn!

Wednesday, February 12, 2020 10:15 AM

CRDL - Shepherd Community Library

For children up to 5 years old.

CRDL Storytimes will help your you and your child communicate better by developing their ability to describe things and events and tell stories. By attending CRDL Storytimes your child will gain an interest and enjoyment for books and reading. Your child will be able to hear and play with the smaller sounds in words and learn the difference between letters, their names and their sounds. Your child will also recognize print, learn how to handle a book and how to follow the words on a page.

Wednesday, February 12, 2020 11:30 AM

CRDL - Faith Johnston Memorial Library

For children 0-5.
CRDL Storytimes will help your you and your child communicate better by developing their ability to describe things and events and tell stories. By attending CRDL Storytimes your child will gain an interest and enjoyment for books and reading. Your child will be able to hear and play with the smaller sounds in words and learn the difference between letters, their names and their sounds. Your child will also recognize print, learn how to handle a book and how to follow the words on a page.

Wednesday, February 12, 2020 2:00 PM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

Learn the basics of Microsoft Excel. Class is limited to 10 attendees. Registration required.

Wednesday, February 12, 2020 3:30 PM

CRDL - Shepherd Community Library

Join us for Create, Make and Take Crafts. Shepherd Community Library invites children of all ages to come to the library to make crafts. The library will provide all the materials and directions to create your crafts. You only need to bring your creativity.

Wednesday, February 12, 2020 5:00 PM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

Join us for a monthly book club led by students for students!  Attendees can enjoy pizza served by Domino's during the discussion. Please contact Christie Folsom to reserve a copy of this month's book. This month's book is Fortunately, the Milk by Neil Gaiman.

Registration required.

Wednesday, February 12, 2020 7:00 PM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month. All meetings and outings are open to the public. Refreshments served during meetings.

For a full list of all Chippewa Valley Audubon Club events visit https://bit.ly/2kk6PAF

Thursday, February 13, 2020 10:15 AM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

For children up to 5 years old.

CRDL Storytimes will help your you and your child communicate better by developing their ability to describe things and events and tell stories. By attending CRDL Storytimes your child will gain an interest and enjoyment for books and reading. Your child will be able to hear and play with the smaller sounds in words and learn the difference between letters, their names and their sounds. Your child will also recognize print, learn how to handle a book and how to follow the words on a page.


Thursday, February 13, 2020 2:00 PM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

Learn more advanced uses of Microsoft Excel. Class is limited to 10 attendees. Registration required.

Thursday, February 13, 2020 5:00 PM

CRDL - Faith Johnston Memorial Library

Join us for the opportunity to connect with your creative side! In collaboration with The Center for Excellence in STEM Education at CMU, kids have a chance to try a different activity, technique or technology. Whether we are engineering a new contraption, coding, or creating a masterpiece, you're sure to have a good time! This week we will be having fun with 3D Pens and KEVA planks.

Registration required

Thursday, February 13, 2020 6:00 PM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

We are all beginners when it comes to learning a new language! People of all ages are welcome to learn together with us through stories, movement, and songs celebrating different languages spoken by members of our community!
Registration required.

If you know a language you would like to share with us, please email Christie Folsom at cfolsom@crdl.org or call 989-773-3242, ext. 215.

Friday, February 14, 2020 10:15 AM

CRDL - Faith Johnston Memorial Library

Sing and dance with your child! Wave some ribbons, play with scarves, tap some rhythm sticks, and shake some shaker eggs.


For children up to 5 years old.

Friday, February 14, 2020 11:00 AM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

League of Women Voters Day of Action event. Get help with communicating with your legislators. Drop in anytime during the event. Open to the public.

Friday, February 14, 2020 5:30 PM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

Spend time with those you love at the library! Enjoy a delicious pizza dinner provided by Domino's, play board games with your tablemates and create your own Family Fun Activity Jar for future Family Time ideas. One per group, while supplies last. 

Sunday, February 16, 2020 10:00 AM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

Explore Chippewa Watershed Conservancy's Sylvan Solace by snowshoe. We will search for signs of wildlife and enjoy a winter morning as we explore this 78-acre preserve located just west of Mt. Pleasant. If conditions are unfavorable to snowshoe, we will enjoy a winter hike. Snowshoe availability is limited, so please register in advance.

Sylvan Solace Nature Preserve
4561 W. Pickard Road
Mt. Pleasant, MI

Sunday, February 16, 2020 6:00 PM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

Are you the one at the party enthusiastically recounting real-life accounts of murder and mayhem to strangers? Don't make your friend's party awkward. Make our day better! Join us for an engaging, lighthearted discussion of this fascinating, yet disturbing genre. This month's discussion is The life and crimes of the Manson Family (Helter Skelter by Vincent Bugliosi)

Group meets at Biggby Coffee, 210 S Mission, Mt Pleasant. Bonus: get 50% off your favorite Biggby drink during the meeting!

Registration required.

Monday, February 17, 2020 9:30 AM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

For children 10 months to 2 years old.

Baby Time is a developmentally appropriate, rich language, rhyming and musical environment where all children can develop a disposition toward becoming life-long readers while developing an appreciation for all language and music!

Parents, caregivers, and children will interact with and respond to the best in children's literature through musical play. Through engaged, adult participation, our goal is to immerse children in a rich environment filled with the joy of story, music and movement.

Monday, February 17, 2020 10:15 AM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

CRDL Story times will help your you and your child communicate better by developing their ability to describe things and events and tell stories. By attending CRDL Story times your child will gain an interest and enjoyment for books and reading. Your child will be able to hear and play with the smaller sounds in words and learn the difference between letters, their names and their sounds. Your child will also recognize print, learn how to handle a book and how to follow the words on a page.


For ages 2-3

Tuesday, February 18, 2020 1:00 PM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

Are you interested in learning more about your heritage? Do you struggle with documenting your family's history? Spend a few minutes or a few hours in a group setting with volunteers of The Genealogical Society of Isabella County as they assist you and point you toward new sources to uncover those missing pieces.

Please keep requests to one or two specific items or names.
Provide as much information as possible to assist the researcher, such as your sources for the information you provided or a family tree for the individual.

Tuesday, February 18, 2020 4:00 PM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

Trapped in the Upsidedown! Will is trying to communicate with you from the Upsidedown. Can you decipher his messages, and get him back to the portal before it closes for good?

Best for ages 7 and up.

Registration required.

Tuesday, February 18, 2020 5:00 PM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

Trapped in the Upsidedown! Will is trying to communicate with you from the Upsidedown. Can you decipher his messages, and get him back to the portal before it closes for good?

Best for ages 7 and up.

Registration required.

Wednesday, February 19, 2020 10:15 AM

CRDL - Shepherd Community Library

For children up to 5 years old.

CRDL Storytimes will help your you and your child communicate better by developing their ability to describe things and events and tell stories. By attending CRDL Storytimes your child will gain an interest and enjoyment for books and reading. Your child will be able to hear and play with the smaller sounds in words and learn the difference between letters, their names and their sounds. Your child will also recognize print, learn how to handle a book and how to follow the words on a page.

Wednesday, February 19, 2020 11:30 AM

CRDL - Faith Johnston Memorial Library

For children 0-5.
CRDL Storytimes will help your you and your child communicate better by developing their ability to describe things and events and tell stories. By attending CRDL Storytimes your child will gain an interest and enjoyment for books and reading. Your child will be able to hear and play with the smaller sounds in words and learn the difference between letters, their names and their sounds. Your child will also recognize print, learn how to handle a book and how to follow the words on a page.

Wednesday, February 19, 2020 12:00 PM

CRDL - Veterans Memorial Library

Pack your lunch and join us for our monthly book club. This month's discussion will be over The Fabulous Bouvier Sisters: The Tragic and Glamorous Lives of Jackie and Lee by Sam Kashner and Nancy Schoenberger.

Wednesday, February 19, 2020 3:30 PM

CRDL - Shepherd Community Library

Join us for Create, Make and Take Crafts. Shepherd Community Library invites children of all ages to come to the library to make crafts. The library will provide all the materials and directions to create your crafts. You only need to bring your creativity.

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