Libraries

Published February 19, 2020

Library seeks public input for new strategic plan

SOUTHFIELD — In order to stay on top of what residents want in their local library, Southfield Public Library officials are seeking the public’s input to help them put together a new strategic plan.

Published February 14, 2020

Sterling Heights Sentry

Sterling Heights library turns page on building construction

STERLING HEIGHTS — A new chapter of change is underway as the Sterling Heights Public Library begins a remodeling process. But library staff members are warning that not all of it will be quiet.

Published February 14, 2020

Madison - Park News

Hazel Park library wins grant to digitally preserve old newspapers

HAZEL PARK — An extensive collection of vintage out-of-print newspapers that were slowly disintegrating at Hazel Park’s library will now be preserved for future generations, thanks to a grant the library won in a statewide contest.

Published February 12, 2020

Southfield Sun

Southfield library features black doll display

SOUTHFIELD — If you think all Barbies have blond hair and blue eyes, you haven’t seen the display at the Southfield Public Library.

Clinton-Macomb Public Library Director Larry Neal recently celebrated 20 years as part of the library system.

Published February 11, 2020

C&G Newspapers

CMPL director reflects on 20 years in library system

CLINTON TOWNSHIP/MACOMB TOWNSHIP — Larry Neal best described his 20-year journey in the Clinton-Macomb Public Library system: “It’s been a fantastic adventure.”

Published February 5, 2020

Troy Times

Donation funds reading aids for teens, adults in Troy

TROY — Adults and teens with vision impairments or those who struggle with reading comprehension may now get extra help with new devices and books at the Troy Public Library.

Published January 29, 2020

Troy Times

Jazz singer to pay tribute to Tony Bennett at Troy library

TROY — Tony Camilletti, a former 30-year Troy resident, has been singing since he was a child.

Published January 27, 2020

Roseville - Eastpointe Eastsider

Libraries offer fun and education for the winter months

EASTPOINTE/ROSEVILLE — Libraries can be the perfect place to beat the wintertime blues. Both the Eastpointe and Roseville libraries are offering a variety of programs to help get people through the cold month

Published January 24, 2020

Madison - Park News

Hazel Park library announces book sale, Madison Heights library preps Coffee Concerts

MADISON HEIGHTS/HAZEL PARK — The library in Hazel Park is gearing up for a major fundraiser in February, while the library in Madison Heights is teaming up once again with the city’s Recreation Department for a monthlong concert series at the Active Adult Center.

The Royal Oak Public Library is set to receive a number of interior improvements this year, including a new teen space, new furniture, new paint, new carpeting and an expanded children’s area.

Published January 21, 2020

Royal Oak Review

Big interior improvements coming to Royal Oak library

ROYAL OAK/CLAWSON — Local libraries are evolving with the changing world, focusing on new technology and creating comfortable community spaces.

Published January 20, 2020

Birmingham - Bloomfield Eagle

Winter lectures tout Birmingham’s own Wonder Women

BIRMINGHAM — Put down the comic books and pick up a history book if you’re looking to find a real Wonder Woman.

Published January 17, 2020

Madison - Park News

Hazel Park library competing for grant to preserve old newspapers

HAZEL PARK — The Hazel Park Memorial District Library is one of four finalists in a statewide contest to win a grant for the digital preservation of vintage newspapers — and the two winners will be decided by popular vote.

Published January 15, 2020

Troy Times

Get serious about the Academy Awards at the Troy Public Library

TROY — Elliot Wilhelm, the director for the Detroit Film Theatre at the Detroit Institute of Arts, has come to find the Academy Awards a lot more interesting than he used to.

Published January 6, 2020

Roseville - Eastpointe Eastsider

Roseville library, others offer device assistance following holidays

ROSEVILLE/HARPER WOODS — Getting a new electronic device under the Christmas tree can be great. Learning how to use it, however, can be another story.

Published December 30, 2019

Rochester Post

Library presents ‘Holistic Health Care,’ a SmartTowns program

ROCHESTER HILLS — January is a great time to learn something new. Locally, the SmartTowns program — now in its third year — aims to educate the community by providing lifelong learning programs led by educational organizations.

Published December 27, 2019

Roseville - Eastpointe Eastsider

Welcome in the new year with some fun at the libraries in Roseville, Eastpointe

ROSEVILLE/EASTPOINTE — The Eastpointe Memorial Library and the Roseville Public Library are inviting the public to start the new year off right with some fun and engaging programs and events.