April events at the Manchester District Library

submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library

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

ArtStart Mini Art Show
April 1-30
Mini canvas projects will be on display at the library for viewing during regular business hours. Stop by to see the work of the young artists in our community!

Book Donation Day (Friends of the Library)
Saturday, April 5 | 10 am-12 pm | Village Room
Come donate your gently-used books to the Friends of the Library Book Sale; proceeds benefit the library. Popular fiction and non-fiction books for all ages are welcome. We strongly recommended parking and entering the building from the back parking lot.

ArtStart: Flowers
Saturday, April 5 | 11 am | MDL Youth Area
Join us for our spring edition of ArtStart (for all ages)! We will be creating flowers of all sorts — from paper plates, to cupcake containers, to tissue paper! These beautiful creations will look great on your fridge or hanging in your bedroom.

MDL Board of Trustees Meeting
Thursday, April 7 | 7 pm | Village Council Chambers
The MDL 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.

Mini Clay Succulents
Tuesday, April 12 | 5 pm | MDL Teen Spot
Create mini polymer clay succulents with Miss Stacia. Recommended for ages 13-18.

Adult Book Club
Wednesday, March 16 | 6 pm | Village Room + Zoom
Discuss Firekeeper’s Daughter by Michigan author Angeline Boulley. Copies of the book and the complete 2021-22 reading list are both available now and can be picked up on-demand from the library. Email request@manchesterlibrary.info to learn about joining virtually.

Intro to Soap Making
Saturday, April 23 | 11 am | Village Room
Ever been curious about how soap is made? Join Paper Street Soap and explore the safety, tools, and chemistry required to make your very own soap bar! Please note: This involves handling lye water. Recommended for ages 16+; registration required.

RECURRING PROGRAMS

Family 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 except March 31 | noon-3 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 request@manchesterlibrary.info to schedule an appointment. Limit 2 people per appointment; masks are required.

NEW Crafternoon
Weekly on Thursdays | 4 pm | MDL Youth Area
Drop by the library for an afternoon of stories, crafting, creating, and fun with Ms Kate. Recommended for ages 5 and up.

Maker Night
Monthly on the 2nd and 4th Thursday | 6:30 pm | Village Room
Makers in all mediums are invited to bring their latest project and get inspiration from other participants. This is a great opportunity for beginners to get help from experienced practitioners or for small groups to work together on creative interests. At this time, participants are requested to wear masks at these events to protect vulnerable members of our community.

Kid Bingo!
Fridays, April 8, 22, 29 | 4 pm | MDL Teen Spot
Drop in and play after school bingo with Ms Angela for candy and prizes. Recommended for ages 7-11.

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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.

Manchester District Library hours are Monday-Wednesday 10 am-8 pm, Thursday-Friday 10 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: http://www.manchesterlibrary.info

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by Sara Swanson

Sara Swanson is an editor, writer and founder of the Manchester Mirror.