Activities for all ages at Manchester District Library

Manchester District Library (MDL) will offer a variety of events and activities for all ages during December.

Story Vision: Creative Writing for Any Medium Wednesday, December 1 | 6:30 pm | Village Room
Start by talking about our favorite stories, and why we even want to write in the first place. Learn an easy way to develop a story from any idea. To prove the theory, the whole class will work together to create a plot on the spot!  Whether you're just starting a story or you've hit a writer's block halfway through, this class will help you look at your writing in a whole new way. Recommended for teens and adults.

MDL Board of Trustees Meeting Thursday, December 2 | 7 pm | Village Council Chambers

The Manchester District Library Board of Trustees is an all-volunteer governing body made up of two members from each of the library’s participating service areas: Manchester Village, Manchester Township, Bridgewater Township, and Freedom Township. Trustees create and oversee library policies, administer the budget, and set the strategic plan. Members of the public are welcome to attend the monthly meetings.

80th Anniversary of Pearl Harbor: A Presentation and Discussion Tuesday, December 7 | 7 pm | Village Room
Join local military historian Robert Elliott for a presentation about the bombing of Pearl Harbor.

Crochet 101 Wednesday, December 8 | 6 pm | MDL
Learn the basics of crochet and leave with a cute coaster or plush heart. No previous experience required. Materials will be provided. Masks are required for the duration of the class. All ages welcome.

Santa Story Time Saturday, December 11 | 10:30 am | MDL Youth Area
Join us for story time with a very special guest and his helper, Miss Stacia! Enjoy a craft project, stories and pictures with Santa. All ages welcome.

Holiday Ornaments and a Movie Tuesday, December 21 | 2 pm | MDL Youth Area
Come on down to the library to make a “grinchy” holiday ornament and watch How the Grinch Stole Christmas. All ages welcome.

Board Game Competition Tuesday, December 28 | 11 am-8 pm | MDL
Cabin fever? Stop by the library, pick out your favorite board game, and play all day! Hot cocoa and snacks will be provided (while supplies last). All ages welcome.

Manchester District Library CLOSED Friday, December 24 and Saturday, December 25; regular hours resume Monday, December 27. Friday, December 31 and Saturday, January 1; regular hours resume Monday, January 3, 2022

RECURRING PROGRAMS

Story Time Weekly on Tuesdays | 11:15 am | MDL Youth Area
Join Miss Stacia for stories, songs, and activities — recommended for ages 3 to 8.

Tech Help Desk Weekly on Thursdays | noon-5 pm | by appointment
Get hands-on help with technology of all kinds with a 30-minute help desk session, available by appointment. Bring your own device or use one of the library’s computers and get assistance with hardware, software, apps, online accounts, and more. Call (734) 428-8045 or email manchesterlibraryrequest@gmail.com to schedule an appointment. Limit 2 people per appointment; masks are required.

Manchester District Library (MDL) is proud to serve the Village of Manchester, Manchester Township, Bridgewater Township, and Freedom Township. Village of Clinton and Clinton Township residents are also eligible for MDL library cards and welcome to use all MDL resources. Current MDL hours are Monday-Thursday 11 am-8 pm, Friday 11 am-6 pm, and Saturday 10 am -2 pm. The most up-to-date hours and the latest news are always available on the MDL website.

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by Marsha Chartrand

Marsha Johnson Chartrand, a founder, writer, and copy editor with the Manchester Mirror, is a 50-year resident of Manchester. She has a long history of volunteer and community involvement.