Libraries

Published July 14, 2021

Baldwin Library closes book on late fees

BIRMINGHAM — If you’ve been avoiding a trip to the Baldwin Public Library because of an outstanding late fee tab, then dust off your borrowing card because the library has put the kibosh on charging overdue fees altogether.

Published July 12, 2021

Shelby - Utica News

Utica Public Library director retires

UTICA — After nearly 18 years on the job, the Utica Public Library director retired June 30.

Published July 1, 2021

Royal Oak Review

Libraries slowly transition out of lockdown

ROYAL OAK/CLAWSON — On June 24, the Royal Oak Public Library moved into Phase 5 of its reopening plan.

The West Bloomfield Township Public Library has begun registration for this year’s summer reading program. “Tails and Tales” is the theme, and children, teenagers and adults can participate.

Published June 25, 2021

West Bloomfield Beacon

West Bloomfield library shines light on summer reading

WEST BLOOMFIELD — The West Bloomfield Township Public Library is offering a way for residents to stay on track with good reading habits via a virtual summer reading program that will run through Sept. 3.

Eastpointe library provides new program for early readers via text messages

Published June 23, 2021

Roseville - Eastpointe Eastsider

Eastpointe library provides new program for early readers via text messages

EASTPOINTE — Parents looking to give their children a head start with literacy have a new tool at their disposal thanks to a program that the Eastpointe Memorial Library is participating in.

Published June 23, 2021

Rochester Post

Summer reading program kicks off

ROCHESTER/ROCHESTER HILLS/OAKLAND TOWNSHIP — School is out for summer, but that doesn’t mean that all reading should come to a halt.

Roseville library to offer summer reading challenge

Published June 11, 2021

Roseville - Eastpointe Eastsider

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.