Libraries

Published June 11, 2021

Roseville library to offer summer reading challenge

ROSEVILLE — The Roseville Public Library is launching its annual summer reading challenge and is inviting members of the public to consider coming back if they’ve been away.

Published June 11, 2021

Fraser - Clinton Township Chronicle

Fraser Library to offer summer reading program

FRASER — The Fraser Public Library will soon kick off its 2021 Summer Reading Club, giving patrons of all ages the chance to enjoy a few good books during the summer.

The Farmington Community Library board voted 4-3 in favor of putting Director Riti Grover on paid administrative leave.

Published June 10, 2021

Farmington Press

Farmington library director on leave amid leadership conflicts

FARMINGTON — Though things may seem normal at the Farmington Community Library, the last few months have been anything but.

Published June 9, 2021

Sterling Heights Sentry

Summer reading program underway at library

STERLING HEIGHTS — Looking to keep young minds sharp and to stave off the “summer slide” for students out of school, the Sterling Heights Public Library has begun its summer reading program, with prizes to be won and programs for all ages to enjoy.

Published June 9, 2021

Troy Times

Troy library reopens to patrons after yearlong COVID closure

TROY — After more than a year of virtual programming and access, or picking up materials curbside, the Troy Public Library’s doors finally reopened to patrons June 7.

Published June 9, 2021

Shelby - Utica News

Shelby invites patrons to ‘Park it Behind the Library’ for summer events

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — After a long year of many changes, things are finally returning to normal, and with the slow return, the Shelby Township Library is inviting the community to come out to its Park it Behind the Library events to relax and enjoy the summer.

Published June 9, 2021

C&G Newspapers

Summer reading clubs return to local communities

MACOMB COUNTY — Local librarians are thinking creatively to design summer reading programs that are safe and fun for readers in 2021.

Published May 25, 2021

Madison - Park News

Exotic animals, magic and more at summer reading program

HAZEL PARK — The summer reading program will be starting soon at the Hazel Park Memorial District Library. This year there will be opportunities to see rare and exotic animals up close, as well as theater skits, tea parties, book bingo, a presentation on wildlife by a naturalist, a magician, a picnic in the park, and of course, prizes.

Published May 25, 2021

Macomb Township Chronicle

CMPL presentation focuses on Mackinac summer cottages

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — The unofficial start to summer is nearly here. For some, that means taking a trip up north, to the area where Michigan’s lower and upper peninsulas meet.

Published May 20, 2021

Mount Clemens - Clinton - Harrison Journal

Smooth rides start at the library

HARRISON TOWNSHIP — A local company and library are teaming up to help local bicyclists keep their equipment running smoothly.

Published May 12, 2021

Sterling Heights Sentry

Rock garden invites residents to take and leave painted stones

STERLING HEIGHTS — The Sterling Heights Public Library now has a rock garden, where people can leave painted rocks for others to enjoy or take home rocks that catch their eye.

Published May 12, 2021

Shelby - Utica News

Shelby Library opening delayed to early 2022

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Due to the coronavirus outbreak, many things were put on hold including the new Shelby Township Library’s tentative open date, which has now been pushed back to early 2022.

Published May 11, 2021

Rochester Post

Activity Pass offers access to parks, historic sites

ROCHESTER/ROCHESTER HILLS/OAKLAND TOWNSHIP — Rochester Hills Public Library cardholders can explore hundreds of state parks and other attractions with the swipe of their library card.

Libraries adapt, hope for ‘normal’ to return

Published April 29, 2021

Fraser - Clinton Township Chronicle

Libraries adapt, hope for ‘normal’ to return

FRASER — On March 24, about the one-year anniversary since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic in Macomb County, staffers from the Fraser Public Library discussed how their professional lives were altered and how they continue to deal with something that just won’t go away.

Published April 29, 2021

Roseville - Eastpointe Eastsider

Get into the spring of things with library activities in Eastpointe, Roseville

EASTPOINTE/ROSEVILLE — Although much of the world is still working from home and communicating remotely, the Eastpointe Memorial Library and Roseville Public Library are both working to make sure community members still have fun and engaging programs to take part in this spring.

Published April 27, 2021

Fraser - Clinton Township Chronicle

Naturalization process explained at CMPL event

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — “Demystifying the Naturalization Process” was the focus of a recent presentation hosted by the Clinton-Macomb Public Library.

Published April 21, 2021

Birmingham - Bloomfield Eagle

Board looks in-house to replace retiring library director

BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — When Bloomfield Township Public Library Director Carol Mueller announced her retirement last month, the library board set out on a national search to find the perfect replacement.

Published April 21, 2021

Sterling Heights Sentry

Sterling Heights library promotes financial wellness

STERLING HEIGHTS — The Sterling Heights Public Library recently hosted events raising awareness for smart fiscal practices in recognition of April as Financial Wellness Month.

Published April 15, 2021

Madison - Park News

Volunteer group recruits new members to support library

MADISON HEIGHTS — Last fall, the Friends of the Madison Heights Public Library refocused, with the library director inviting the community to play a more direct role. The citizen-led group acts as a support for the library, providing extra programming for kids and adults.