livoniapubliclibrary.org September & October 2018 @ The Livonia Public Library Upcoming Events SEPT. 1-3 LIBRARY CLOSED SEPT. 4 Storytime Registration SEPT. 10 MET/MESP SEPT. 13 Cardmaking Workshop SEPT. 18 MI Bad SEPT. 20 Noontime Concert SEPT. 26 Lost Towns OCT. 5-7 Friends Book Sale kid & tween programs 2-3 OCT. 11 Tails from the Afterlife teen programs 4-5 OCT. 15 Fired Ink Art adult programs 6-7 OCT. 17 Witch of Delray noontime concerts 8 OCT. 18 Noontime Concert movie programs 9 OCT. 23 Kristy Robinett library highlights 10-11 OCT. 27 Potter Palooza exhibits 11 OCT. 29 Haunted Library gifts & memorials 11 Get a library card and check out something INCREDIBLE! Inside
Kid & Tween Programs livoniapubliclibrary.org/kids STORYTIME PROGRAMS Children s storytime and music programs are open to all children. All children younger than three years old must be accompanied by an adult (one child per adult), unless otherwise specified. Space is limited so register early! Registration begins Tuesday, September 4. Register for storytimes in person or by phone. BABY STORYTIME* Ages 12 to 23 months with parent or loving caregiver. Songs, simple stories, and other activities that introduce our youngest patrons to the pleasures of the library. Registration required. Mondays, September 10 October 15 Session 1 (12 to 17 months): 9:30-9:50 a.m. Session 2 (18 to 23 months): 10:30-10:50 a.m. TODDLER STORYTIME* Ages 24 to 36 months. Stories, fingerplays, and large movement activities for that terrific two in your life. Registration required. Thursdays, September 13 October 18 10:30-11 a.m. Wednesdays, September 12 October 17 *Drop-ins and siblings welcome. 10:15-10:45 a.m. Thursdays, September 13 October 18 *Drop-ins and siblings welcome. 10:15-10:45 a.m. DROP IN STORYTIME Ages 0-5. Stories, marches to musical instruments, fingerplays, and large-movement activities. Parents and siblings welcome to join in. No registration required. Thursdays, September 13 October 18 9:30-10 a.m. BEDTIME STORYTIME Ages 1-6. Join us for a relaxing, lullaby-inspired quiet evening storytime. Children are encouraged to come in their jammies! No registration required. Come when you can! Thursdays, September 13 October 18 6:30- PRESCHOOL STORYTIME* Ages 3 to 5. Enjoy stories, songs, and more! Registration required. Tuesdays, September 11 October 16 10-10:30 a.m. Wednesdays, September 12 October 17 *Drop-ins and siblings welcome. 11-11:30 a.m. Thursdays, September 13 October 18 *Drop-ins and siblings welcome. 11-11:30 a.m. MUSICAL MAYHEM All ages welcome. Fun with action songs, fingerplays, instruments, beanbags, parachute time, and a short story. Parents and siblings welcome to join in. No registration required. Wednesdays, September 12-October 17 10-10:30 a.m. DROP-IN PLAYDATE All ages welcome. Missing storytime? We're having an informal play date! Grab your friends or come and meet some new ones! No registration required. Wednesday, October 24 10:15 a.m. to 12 p.m. Thursday, October 25 10:15 a.m. to 12 p.m. Registration for the Fall II Storytime Session begins Monday, October 22, 2018 *Registration required. Register by phone or in person at the Children s reference desk. 2
HALLOTWEEN PARTY* Grades 5 to 8. Join us for spooky stories and silly games. Registration required beginning Wednesday, October 10. Wednesday, October 24 6:30 p.m. livoniapubliclibrary.org/kids READING WITH MAX* Ages 5 to 12. For ALL readers! Bring your favorite book and practice your reading skills with Max, our certified therapy dog (he is a very good listener!). Registration required. Saturdays, September 8 and October 13 1 p.m. A CELEBRATION OF FAIRIES (AND OTHER WEE FOLK)* Ages 7-12. Make a fun and fancy fairy door for your little magical folk! Participants will also learn about books and movies the library has for friends of fairies (Disney and otherwise) and play some Fairy, Elf, and Leprechaun games! Come in costume if you like. Registration required beginning Friday, September 8. Saturday, September 22 1 p.m. SCAVENGER HUNTS All ages welcome. Can you find all of the special characters hidden across the children s room? Find all 6 of them, tell a librarian, and get a sticker or bookmark to take home! POTTER PALOOZA!* All ages welcome. Harry Potter fans of all ages are invited to attend POTTER PALOOZA, a day-long Harry Potter festival! Some of the magical events include: broom decorating contest; divination station; quidditch; gnome tossing; and costume contest. Registration required beginning Monday, August 27, online or by calling (734) 466-2491. Interested in volunteering at this event? Contact Librarian Noelle Lomas at nlomas@livoniapubliclibrary.org. Saturday, October 27 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. HAUNTED LIBRARY Join us at a haunted Noble library for a fun, family-friendly event with trick or treat stations, crafts, games, teen cosplay contest, and a special presentation of live creepy Michigan animals by Nature Discovery at 6:30 p.m. Monday October 29 6-8 p.m. September Hunt: Eric Carle characters October Hunt: Goosebumps SEPTEMBER IS LIBRARY CARD SIGN UP MONTH The Livonia Public Library wants to make sure that every Livonia child has the most important school supply of all a library card. Every child who signs up for a library card (at any branch of the Livonia Public Library) during the month of September will receive a FREE book. 1000 BOOKS BEFORE KINDERGARTEN* It s easy to participate in this FREE program which encourages parents to read 1,000 books with their Preschoolers. Mark off the books you have read on your reading log. When you reach 100, show us your log to receive your prize and your new reading log. As children reach their milestones, their names will be displayed in the Livonia Public Libraries on our walls of fame. Come in and sign up today! You will get your log when you register, or you can download the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten iphone App. *Registration required. Register by phone (734) 466-2493, or in person at the Children s reference desk. 3
Teen Programs TEEN ADVISORY COMMITTEE Join our Teen Advisory Committee and offer input to Teen Service Librarians on our Teen collections and programs. Enjoy snacks, meet other like-minded Teens, gain valuable organizational experience and leadership skills, and fulfill various community service obligations. Interested Teens can come to our meetings at 6 p.m. on the first Thursday of each month in the Bennett Civic Center Branch meeting rooms. Volunteer credits available. Please note: the October meeting is on the second Thursday of the month. Thursdays, September 6 and October 11 6- TEEN BOOK CLUB* Join us for a monthly Teen Book Club where we will discuss our favorite teen fiction! Participants will receive their own copy of each month s book. Registration required. GIRLS WHO CODE* Girls (including those who identify as girls) are invited to join our weekly Girls Who Code Club running September 22- December 15. The Club meets in the 3rd floor conference Room. Online registration required. *Participants must bring their own laptop.* Saturdays, September 22-December 15 1-3 p.m. MET/MESP MICHIGAN COLLEGE SAVINGS PROGRAMS For Teens and Parents. Heather Barthelmes (MET) and Jenny Uhlar (MESP) from the State of Michigan will be on hand to discuss best strategies for using these state funded programs to help finance a college education. Monday, September 10 6:30 p.m. livoniapubliclibrary.org/teen Saturday, September 15 Saturday, October 13 The Rithmatist Thirteen Reasons Why by Brandon Sanderson by Jay Asher 3-4:30 p.m. recommended for ages 16+) 3-4:30 p.m. DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS FREEPLAY Join this exciting adventure led by our experienced Dragon Master. All interest levels are welcome! Mondays, September 17 and October 15 5:30-8:30 p.m. FORMAL DRESS EXCHANGE The Sandburg Library hosts a FREE ongoing formal dress exchange program for teens needing a formal dress or wanting to donate one. Browse from home by clicking on Formal Gown Exchange on our Teen webpage. Ongoing COLORING PAGE SUN CATCHERS* Grades 7-12. Join us as we make sun catchers from coloring pages! All materials supplied by the Library. Registration required, beginning August 20. Thursday, September 20 TRIVIAL PURSUIT NIGHT THE WALKING DEAD EDITION* Grades 7-12. Think you know the Walking Dead world? Show it off! Register online as an individual or an individual with up to four teammates and compete for prizes! Call Ken Bignotti, 734-421-4235 with any questions. Monday, September 24 5:30 p.m. *Registration required. Register by phone at (734) 466-2490, online (livoniapubliclibrary.org/whatsup), or in person at the reference desk. 4
livoniapubliclibrary.org/teen MFAT, MUSIC FOR ALL TEENS! Grades 7-12. Join us for lively discussions about your favorite music, news, bands, venues, concerts, gossip, new releases, listenings, and more! Bring your music with you on a phone, ipod, laptop, or device. Tuesday, September 25 6 p.m. Follow Us SMART MONEY MOVES FOR THE COLLEGE BOUND Grades 7-12. Planning for college? Don t miss out on this presentation from Certified College Funding Specialist Mike Bink of Equivest Financial Advisors. Wednesday, October 10 LPLTeenServices LivoniaPublicLibraryTeenServices Event cybercalendar livoniapubliclibrary.org/whatsup TRIVIAL PURSUIT NIGHT DOCTOR WHO EDITION* Grades 7-12. Think you re the biggest Doctor Who fan out there? Show us by playing in our Doctor Who Trivial Pursuit Night. Register online as an individual or an individual with up to four teammates and compete for prizes! Call Ken Bignotti, 248-893-4010 with any questions. Tuesday, October 23, 2018 5:30 p.m. HARRY POTTER CLUB Recommended for ages 11 and up POTTER PALOOZA!* All ages welcome. Harry Potter fans of all ages are invited to attend POTTER PALOOZA, a day-long Harry Potter festival! Some of the magical events include: butterbeer brewing contest; escape room; divination station; quidditch; and costume contest. Registration required beginning Monday, August 27, online or by calling (734) 466-2491. Interested in volunteering at this event? Contact Librarian Noelle Lomas at nlomas@livoniapubliclibrary.org. Join us as we kick off the SEVENTH year of Harry Potter Club on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2018. We re going to have a magical year of Quidditch, crafts, scavenger hunts, and all things Harry Potter. We meet Thursdays from 5-6 p.m. in the meeting rooms at the Bennett Civic Center Library. Thursdays, beginning September 6 5-6 p.m. Saturday, October 27 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. *Registration required. Register by phone at (734) 466-2490, online (livoniapubliclibrary.org/whatsup), or in person at the reference desk. 5
Adult Programs BEGINNING DRAWING CLASSES FOR ADULTS* Beginning pencil drawing taught by local artist. Each class requires separate registration. List of supplies provided. Tuesdays, September 18 and October 16 BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP Every second Monday of the month. For more information, call Patty Goonis at (734) 466-2481. Monday, September 10 Monday, October 8 Wild Truth A Walk Across the Sun by Carine McCandliss by Corban Addison 7-8:30 p.m. 7-8:30 p.m. PIZZA & PAGES: LIBRARY READING GROUP* Join us at East Side Mario's, 31630 Plymouth Rd, and Luigi's Pizza Cafe, 31530 Plymouth Rd, for a friendly book discussion and delicious pizza (pizza provided). Registration required. Call Noble (734-421-6600) or Sandburg (248-893-4010) Branch. @ East Side Mario's: @ Luigi's Pizza Cafe: Monday, September 24 Monday, October 22 Middlemarch The Alienist by George Eliot by Caleb Carr LAST THURSDAY BOOK CLUB Bring your lunch and discuss All the Missing Girls by Megan Miranda. For more information call Kristy at (734) 466-2156. Thursday, October 25 1-2:30 p.m. COFFEE AND COLORING Relax and enjoy a free cup of coffee, hot chocolate, or tea while coloring a page or two from an adult coloring book. Supplies provided, but feel free to bring your own. Tuesdays, September 11 and October 9 6:30-8 p.m. PRESENT MOMENT MEDITATION Join us for this one-time introductory session with Kathy Bindu Henning and learn Present Moment Meditation principles. Wednesday, September 5 6:30-8 p.m. FALL CARDMAKING WORKSHOP* Learn how to create beautiful home-made greeting cards! Material and supplies provided. There is no cost but registration is required. Register online or call Noble (734-421-6600) or Sandburg (248-893-4010) Branch. Thursday, September 13 12:30-2 p.m. MI BAD: ROBBERS, CUTTHROATS AND THIEVES Tom Carr, award-winning journalist and author of Blood On the Mitten: Infamous Michigan Murders, 1700s-Present, returns to Livonia to discuss his new book about true crime in Michigan. MI Bad includes stories from the 1800s, including a train robbery that resulted in a two-state manhunt, trigger-happy vigilantes in the Great Depression, and what may be the last stagecoach robbery east of the Mississippi. Tuesday, September 18 AMAZING CHIMNEY SWIFTS Chimney Swifts are incredible birds whose long-distance migrations take them from the US to South America and back every year. These birds visit the Detroit area during their migration, and thousands of them spend the evening in a local historic chimney--it is one of the largest roosts of Chimney Swifts in North America! Join Detroit Audubon for a presentation on these unique visitors. Wednesday, September 19 TUESDAY NIGHT TRIVIA Compete for small prizes in the categories of Harry Potter, Twilight, Sports, History, and Geography. Tuesday, September 25 6:30-8 p.m. DO YOU NEED A WILL, A TRUST, OR NEITHER?* Join Nicole Wipp, a Veterans Administration-accredited elder law attorney, to learn about choosing the right legal plan for you, as well as strategies for accessing long term care, nursing home Medicaid, and Veterans benefits. Registration required. Tuesday, September 25 10 a.m to 12 p.m. livoniapubliclibrary.org/adultservices *Registration required. Register by phone at (734) 466-2490, online (livoniapubliclibrary.org/whatsup), or in person at the reference desk. 6
livoniapubliclibrary.org/adultservices HISTORY LIVES: LOST TOWNS OF EASTERN MICHIGAN Glimpses into the past letters, photos, maps, and towns of yesteryear. Where are they now? Join Alan Naldrett on this tour of forgotten towns of Eastern Michigan. Wednesday, September 26 SUGAR: THE TRUTH* Hear what a local student has to say about the detrimental effects sugar has on the body. Registration required. Thursday, September 27 7 SURPRISING WAYS TO SAVE MONEY ONLINE Rick Broida, author of the popular CNET blog, The Cheapskate, will share some of his favorite money-saving secrets. Monday, October 8 BEFORE & AFTER COLUMBUS: NATIVE AMERICANS Come explore the past from an anthropological perspective. Tuesday, October 9 7-8:30 p.m. FREE DEPRESSION SCREENING Offered by Representatives from the Cruz Clinic. Wednesday, October 10 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4-8 p.m. TAILS FROM THE AFTERLIFE -- ANIMALS IN THE AFTERLIFE Author and Psychic Medium Kristy Robinett discusses stories of the signs, symbols, and messages that our pets send to us. Thursday, October 11 FIRED INK ART* Learn how to make Fired Ink Art using alcohol inks and fire. Participants will be making a 4x6 framed work of art to take home with them. All materials provided. Registration required. Monday, October 15 HISTORY LIVES: THE WITCH OF DELRAY BY KAREN DYBIS Detroit, 1931. Amid accusations of witchcraft, Rose Veres and her son were convicted of a brutal murder and suspected in a dozen more. Author Karen Dybis reveals the truth of Detroit s Hex Woman. Wednesday, October 17 BOWEN THERAPY* Adults are welcome to experience Bowen Therapy, a noninvasive technique for opioid-free pain relief presented by Julie May, a licensed and insured Bowen practitioner. Registration required. Monday, October 22 PROMOTE THE VOTE: UNDERSTANDING THE PROPOSAL ON NOVEMBER'S BALLOT A speaker from promotethevotemi.org will share the ins and outs of the proposal on November's ballot. Monday, October 22 JOURNEY TO THE AFTERLIFE Psychic Medium Kristy Robinett discusses near death experiences, haunted objects, ghosts, the possibility of purgatory, and the potential of Hell. Tuesday, October 23 WHAT'S DRIVING US? METAPHYSICAL ENERGY AND WHO WE REALLY ARE Join author D'Ann Rohrbach and practioner of Harmonic Vibrational Therapy for a talk about energy and life's meaning. Books will be available to purchase. Monday, October 29 6:30 p.m. HAUNTED LIBRARY Join us for a family-friendly event with a special presentation of live creepy Michigan animals by Nature Discovery. Monday, October 29 6-8 p.m. *Registration required. Register by phone at (734) 466-2490, online (livoniapubliclibrary.org/whatsup), or in person at the reference desk. 7
Noontime Concert Series Join us every month for a special concert that will entertain audiences of all ages. All concerts take place in the Bennett Civic Center Library Atrium, begin at 12:15 p.m., and are free to attend. Bring your brown bag lunch and enjoy the show. Co-sponsored by the Livonia Arts Commission. livoniapubliclibrary.org GARY CELLO NIEMENSKI, BELLA, Thursday, Thursday, Septmber March 2015 Allison Donahue brings her cello while Mike Wilhelm adds a guitar and together they combine their musical talents as Cello Bella. Jazz, swing, pop, and a variety of tunes from the 20s to present day. MIKE WOLVERTON & ED OLSZEWSKI, Thursday, October 18 For the 11th straight year Mike & Ed will be rollicking in fall frenzy performing a wide range of polkas, swing, polkas, classics, polkas, obereks, and maybe another polka thrown in just for fun. Yep, its OKTOBERFEST once again! Did you know that the Livonia Public Library offers TWO digital platforms for electronic materials? So, if you can't find what you are looking for in Overdrive, try Hoopla! 8
livoniapubliclibrary.org Movie Programs All movies are free and no registration is required. Films are subject to change. Contact the Library to confirm titles. INTERNATIONAL FILM SERIES (FORMERLY FILM MOVEMENT SERIES) Join us each month to watch a contemporary or classic foreign film. All films are previewed and selected by a librarian, and will be shown with English subtitles. Due to their sometimes mature themes and content, these films are recommended for adult audiences (sorry, no food or drink allowed). SATURDAY CINEMA All ages welcome; young children must be accompanied by an adult. Join us every month for a free G or PG-rated film (sorry, no food or drink allowed). Monday, September 17 Monday, October 15 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. The Diving Bell and the Hotel Salvation (2016) Butterfly (2007) India, 100 minutes France, 112 minutes Saturday, September 8 Saturday, October 13 2 p.m. 2 p.m. A Wrinkle in Time (PG) The Greatest Showman (PG) 109 minutes 105 minutes WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON AT THE MOVIES Each month enjoy a different classic film (sorry, no food or drink allowed). TEEN ANIME NIGHT Enjoy cutting edge teen anime, discussion, and trivia. Seating and some snacks will be provided, but feel free to bring your own! Cosplayers will be awarded! Tuesday September 18 6-7:30 p.m. Monday October 15 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, September 12 Wednesday, October 10 2 p.m. 2 p.m. The Manchurian Frankenstein (1931) Candidate (1962) 71 minutes 126 minutes 9
Library Highlights livoniapubliclibrary.org FOR KIDS Youth Crafts Broom Decorating Contest Niffler Nab Coin Grab FOR TEENS/ADULTS Magical Crafts Butterbeer Brewing Contest Trivia Contest FOR ALL AGES Escape Room Costume Contest Divination Station Quidditch! Gnome Tossing Scavenger Hunts Off the Trolley Refreshments Craft Vendors Hogwarts Express Shuttle and more! Registration required, starting 8/27/18. *Interested in volunteering at Potter Palooza? Contact Librarian Noelle Lomas at nlomas@livoniapubliclibrary.org* 10
FRIENDS livoniapubliclibrary.org Library Highlights It s time once again for the Friends of the Library Used Book Sale! The book sale will be held in the Civic Center Library Atrium and conference wing October 5-7. Hardcovers: $1.00 Paperbacks $.50 Romances: $.25 CDs, Videos, Rare & Collectibles: priced as marked Book Sale hours: Friday and Saturday 9-5, Sunday 1-5. USED BOOK SALE EXHIBITS The Livonia Arts Commission maintains a one thousand square Foot art gallery on the second floor at Civic Center Library. Call Community Resources at (734) 466-2540 for exhibit information. SEPTEMBER 2018 OCTOBER 2018 Jane Langa 21st Annual Fine Arts Exhibition Check your local branch for other rotating exhibits. MEMORIAL AND COMMEMORATIVE DONATIONS A gift to the Livonia Public Library s collection is a unique and special way to pay tribute to friends and family. For more information go to livoniapubliclibrary.org and click on Donations. Livonia Garden Club THANK YOU TO THE FOLLOWING DONORS... Box Bar Book Club Susan Smith Cynthia Lambert 11
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY The Friends of the Library are an active group of volunteers with over 800 members. The mission of the Friends is to provide support for the services and programs of the Livonia Public Library. ROBERT AND JANET BENNETT CIVIC CENTER LIBRARY 32777 Five Mile Road (734) 466-2491 Mon - Thurs: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Fri & Sat: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sun*: 1-5 p.m. *(during the school year) THE FRIENDS USED BOOK STORE The Used Book Store was opened by the Friends in June 2006. The store is run completely by volunteers and stocked with donations from the community. The Friends Book Store at the Bennett Civic Center Library is open on: Tue & Wed: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thur: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sat: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Book Store phone: (734) 466-2495 CARL SANDBURG LIBRARY 30100 Seven Mile Road (248) 893-4010 Tue: 12-8 p.m. Thurs: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. FRIENDS OF THE LIVONIA LIBRARY BOARD 2017-2018 President: Dick Zimmerman Vice-President: Donald Lynch Secretary: Laura Herrod Treasurer: Veronica Eggert Chuck Chandler Diane Edwards Liz Doughtery Barbara Fried Steve Hadley Directors: LIBRARY DIRECTOR Toni LaPorte Chuck Hicks Ruth Kibler Vicki Shelley Stephanie Wilson Terry Viviani LIBRARY COMMISSIONERS Chair: Cathy Condon Co-Chair: Donna Anagnostou Dawn Borregard Christine McQuiston Diane Policelli ALFRED NOBLE LIBRARY 32901 Plymouth Road (734) 421-6600 Mon: 12-8 p.m. Wed: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. VEST POCKET LIBRARY 15218 Farmington Road (734) 466-2559 Mon - Fri: 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. LIBRARY COMMISSION MEETING DATES 4 p.m. Monday, September 17 Bennett Civic Center Library Monday, October 15 Bennett Civic Center Library livoniapubliclibrary.org 12