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The Loss of the USS Indianapolis

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
North Muskegon Branch
Registration
Library Branch: North Muskegon Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Amber Chaffee from Military History 101 returns for an in-depth discussion of the USS Indianapolis, examining the vessel's historical significance and the tragic circumstances surrounding its sinking near the end of World War II.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Orchard View Adult Education Program

9:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Muskegon Heights Branch
Library Branch: Muskegon Heights Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education
Event Details:

MADL is partnering with Orchard View's Adult Education Program to offer educational opportunities designed to help adults achieve their academic and career goals.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Help with Computers and Forms

9:00am - 1:00pm
Adults
Muskegon Heights Branch
Library Branch: Muskegon Heights Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education, Tech
Event Details:

Do you need help with paperwork or using the computer? Read Muskegon volunteers are here to help you with online forms, paperwork or applications. All skill levels welcome! No appointment necessary.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

VITA Goodwill Income Tax Preparation

9:00am - 5:00pm
Adults
Muskegon Heights Branch
Library Branch: Muskegon Heights Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community, Workshop
Event Details:

Bring your tax documents to your scheduled VITA appointment. An IRS trained and certified volunteer will complete and electronically file all federal and state tax returns and forms before you leave.

This event is in the "0-5" group.

Family Storytime

9:30am - 10:15am
0-5
Dalton Branch
Library Branch: Dalton Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: 0-5
Program Type: Storytime

Enjoy reading, singing, talking, and playing featuring stories, rhymes, music, and movement to entertain and educate your children. For children ages 0 to 5 and their caregivers. 

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "0-5" group.

Toddler Storytime

10:30am - 11:15am
Children, 0-5
Norton Shores Branch
Library Branch: Norton Shores Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Children, 0-5
Program Type: Storytime

Storytime for 2 and 3 year old toddlers and their caregivers. Includes books, fingerplays, music, movement, and other activities. 

This event is in the "0-5" group.

Family Storytime

11:15am - 12:00pm
0-5
Montague Branch
Library Branch: Montague Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: 0-5
Program Type: Storytime

Enjoy reading, singing, talking, and playing featuring stories, rhymes, music, and movement to entertain and educate your children. For children ages 0 to 5 and their caregivers. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Career and Education Counseling

12:00pm - 1:30pm
Teens, Adults
Holton Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Holton Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community, Education
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Grand Valley State University Laker Educational Opportunity Center will have staff who will provide FREE advising and information on college admission to qualified adults who want to enter or continue a program of post-secondary education.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Bookmobile at Bethlehem Park

2:30pm - 4:00pm
All Ages
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Join the Bookmobile at Muskegon Heights' Bethlehem Park every other Tuesday from 2:30 pm to 4 PM.

Bethlehem Park is located at the corner of Waalkes and Summit, across from Harvest Time Church, Muskegon Heights, MI 49444.

This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Dungeons & Dragons

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Tweens, Teens
North Muskegon Branch
Library Branch: North Muskegon Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Hang out with fellow teens and play Dungeons & Dragons. All experience levels welcome! Snacks provided. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Books on Tap

6:00pm - 7:15pm
Adults
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club

Join us for an evening book discussion hosted by the Muskegon Area District Library and Hackley Library each month over a beverage at Pigeon Hill Brewery. Books will be available at our Norton Shores Branch. We will have a limited number of copies available at Pigeon Hill as well. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

VITA Goodwill Income Tax Preparation

11:00am - 4:00pm
Adults
Muskegon Heights Branch
Library Branch: Muskegon Heights Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community, Workshop
Event Details:

Bring your tax documents to your scheduled VITA appointment. An IRS trained and certified volunteer will complete and electronically file all federal and state tax returns and forms before you leave.

This event is in the "0-5" group.

Family Storytime

11:15am - 12:00pm
0-5
Holton Branch
Library Branch: Holton Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: 0-5
Program Type: Storytime

Enjoy reading, singing, talking, and playing featuring stories, rhymes, music, and movement to entertain and educate your children. For children ages 0 to 5 and their caregivers. 

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "0-5" group.

Family Storytime

11:30am - 12:15pm
Children, 0-5
Norton Shores Branch
Library Branch: Norton Shores Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Children, 0-5
Program Type: Storytime

Enjoy reading, singing, talking, and playing featuring stories, rhymes, music, and movement to entertain and educate your children. For children ages 0 to 5 and their caregivers. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Bookmobile at SHAWL 1

11:45am - 12:30pm
All Ages
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Join the Bookmobile at the SHAWL 1 (Senior Housing Association of White Lake) every other Wednesday from 11:45 am to 12:30 pm.

The SHAWL 1 building is located at:

225 South Hall St, Whitehall MI  49461

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Stretch & Much More

11:45am - 12:45pm
Adults
Ravenna Branch
Library Branch: Ravenna Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

$5 per class 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Bookmobile at SHAWL 2

1:30pm - 2:15pm
All Ages
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Join the Bookmobile at the SHAWL 2 every other Wednesday from 1:30 pm to 2:15 pm.

SHAWL 2 is located at:

8363 Cook St, Montague, MI  49437 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tech Talks

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Egelston Branch
Library Branch: Egelston Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Tech

Visit during our Tech Open Hours to get some help with technology. Help is offered on a first come, first serve basis.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Bookmobile at Sullivan Township Hall

3:00pm - 4:00pm
All Ages
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Join the Bookmobile at the Sullivan Township Hall  every other Wednesday from 3pm to 4 pm.

The Sullivan Township Hall is located at:

8138 Heights Ravenna Rd, Ravenna, MI  49451

This event is in the "Adults" group.

VITA Tax Preparation

3:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Norton Shores Branch
Library Branch: Norton Shores Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

This tax season Norton Shores is proud to host the Goodwill Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. To take advantage of these tax prep services, call 211 starting on Tuesday, January 21st to schedule your 2024 preparation appointment.

This event is in the "5-12" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Foundry in a Box

3:30pm - 5:00pm
5-12, Tweens, Teens
North Muskegon Branch
Registration
Library Branch: North Muskegon Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: 5-12, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Education
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Volunteers from the American Foundry Society are bringing their Foundry in a Box program to the North Muskegon Branch.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Valentine's Craft

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children
Muskegon Heights Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Muskegon Heights Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us as we create a variety of fun Valentine's day themed crafts. Registration required.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Orchard View Adult Education

4:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Norton Shores Branch
Library Branch: Norton Shores Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education
Event Details:

MADL is partnering with Orchard View's Adult Education program to offer educational opportunities designed to help adults achieve their academic and career goals.

This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

DIY Bath Salts

5:00pm - 6:45pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Ravenna Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Ravenna Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Create a custom jar of scented bath salts. Mix together your favorite relaxing scents and give yourself a moment of "Me Time". Registration required.