Libraries

Published March 5, 2019

Troy library program will examine using cannabis to manage pain

TROY — A cannabis health consultant will share information at the Troy Public Library on how cannabis (marijuana) products can be used to alleviate pain.

Attendees of a seminar at the Berkley Public Library were given a Narcan “Save a Life” kit and taught how to use the opioid overdose-fighting drug.

Published March 5, 2019

Woodward Talk

Berkley library holds Narcan training seminar to fight opioid overdoses

BERKLEY — The United States has been going through an opioid epidemic for quite some time, with thousands dying every year from prescribed or illegal narcotics.

Published March 4, 2019

Roseville - Eastpointe Eastsider

Eastpointe and Roseville libraries to host variety of March programs

EASTPOINTE/ROSEVILLE — The Eastpointe and Roseville libraries are getting the word out about their upcoming programs and events for the month of March.

Published March 1, 2019

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

St. Clair Shores library has plenty of reasons to stop in this month

ST. CLAIR SHORES — Begun as a way to celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday, the St. Clair Shores Public Library is celebrating March Is Reading Month with a character hunt, guessing game and family reading day.

Published February 26, 2019

Birmingham - Bloomfield Eagle

There’s a ‘Once upon a time’ for every child at local libraries

BIRMINGHAM — The data makes sense: Children who are read to as infants, toddlers and young students have significantly larger vocabularies than kids whose parents didn’t read to them, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Kate Mazzara, a librarian at Clinton-Macomb Public Library South Branch, joined a group of librarians from across the state to select this year’s list of Michigan Notable Books.

Published February 26, 2019

Fraser - Clinton Township Chronicle

Faygo, Red Wings and MC5: Michigan’s Notable Books of 2019

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Michigan’s rich history is exemplified in literary works on an annual basis, and only a chosen few make the cut as the best representations.

Published February 21, 2019

Madison - Park News

Dr. Seuss celebration planned at Hazel Park District Library

HAZEL PARK — His rhyming tales have charmed children into a lifelong love of reading, while the morals of his stories have followed kids into adulthood. Now the Hazel Park District Library is paying tribute to Dr. Seuss with a special celebration.

Published February 11, 2019

Shelby - Utica News

Library adds new books that read to children

UTICA — The Utica Public Library recently purchased a new book collection called VOX Books to make reading possibly more fun for children while also making learning to read and understanding a story easier. VOX Books are books that read to you when you press a button, and all you have to do is turn the page. No need for CDs, bags or containers.

Published February 8, 2019

Madison - Park News

Learn about Faygo’s connection to Detroit at Hazel Park library event

HAZEL PARK — The eye-catching colors and bubbly tastes of Faygo soft drinks are well-known to metro Detroiters, and are an inseparable part of the area’s history and culture. Those who want to learn more about the company’s connection to Detroit — and also sample the various flavors — can look forward to an upcoming event at the Hazel Park District Library.

Author and librarian Annie Spence will talk about and sign her debut book, “Dear Fahrenheit 451: Love and Heartbreak in the Stacks: A Librarian’s Love Letters and Breakup Notes to the Books in Her Life,” at the Troy Community Center Feb. 7.

Published February 5, 2019

Troy Times

Librarian/author examines her love/hate relationship with books

TROY — Debut author Annie Spence, a librarian for 10 years at the Grosse Pointe Public Library, is charged with “weeding” books off the shelves — taking them out of circulation.

Published February 5, 2019

Macomb Township Chronicle

Site plan approved for new library in Macomb Township

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — Another step has been taken toward the development of a new library in Macomb Township.

Over 15 Macomb County communities have facilities that are designated as daytime warming centers, including the Clinton-Macomb Public Library North Branch. Wind chill temperatures last week dipped to 40 below zero.

Published February 5, 2019

C&G Newspapers

Macomb County, libraries offers assistance during deep freeze

MACOMB TOWNSHIP/CLINTON TOWNSHIP — The need for warming centers increased as temperatures decreased the week of Jan. 28.

The Roseville Public Library is inviting people in for its Blind Date with a Book program, in which patrons can pick out a mystery book based on a vague description.

Published February 1, 2019

Roseville - Eastpointe Eastsider

Libraries offer Black History Month, Valentine’s Day activities

EASTPOINTE/ROSEVILLE — Whether it’s a snow day home from school or trying to escape the winter blues with a good book, the Eastpointe and Roseville libraries are welcoming in residents and offering a variety of wintertime resources.

Published January 27, 2019

Woodward Talk

Supporters, protesters clash outside Drag Queen Storytime

HUNTINGTON WOODS — “Love, not hate.” That was the chant from supporters of the Huntington Woods Public Library’s Drag Queen Storytime event during a counterprotest to dissenters of the program Saturday, Jan. 26.

Published January 22, 2019

Woodward Talk

Ferndale artist to have first exhibition at library

FERNDALE — A local artist whose work has a focus on nature will have his first solo exhibition at the Ferndale Area District Library. The library will be featuring 20 pieces of Anthony Brass’ art that was created in the past year at his home in Ferndale. The exhibition will start on Sunday, Jan. 27, and there also will be a reception where people can meet Brass at 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 24.

Published January 16, 2019

Royal Oak Review

Royal Oak Public Library director to retire March 1

ROYAL OAK — Longtime Royal Oak Public Library Director Mary Karshner will retire March 1 and hand the reins to a familiar face.

Published January 8, 2019

Grosse Pointe Times

Temporary library banners fan sign debate in Grosse Pointe Farms

GROSSE POINTE FARMS — Signs have been the subject of extensive debate in Grosse Pointe Farms, and the Grosse Pointe Public Library recently found itself engaged in this discussion.

Published January 8, 2019

Grosse Pointe Times

New website, new hours at the GPPL

GROSSE POINTE WOODS/GROSSE POINTE PARK/GROSSE POINTE FARMS — Over the past few weeks, some notable changes have been implemented at the Grosse Pointe Public Library.

The Eastpointe and Roseville libraries will have a variety of programs for both kids and adults to kick off the new year, such as the return of the Youth Lego Club from 2 to 3 p.m. Jan. 12 at the Roseville Public Library.

Published December 27, 2018

Roseville - Eastpointe Eastsider

Libraries offer patrons ways to kick off the new year right

ROSEVILLE/EASTPOINTE — The Roseville and Eastpointe libraries are encouraging residents to start the new year off right with a good book, movie night or other fun activity.

Published December 27, 2018

Royal Oak Review

Boji Group donates $10K for library vestibule

ROYAL OAK — Before the Dec. 10 Royal Oak City Commission meeting, developer Ron Boji, of the Lansing-based Boji Group, presented the Royal Oak Public Library with a check for $10,000.

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Bloomfield Hills

St. Dunstan's presents ‘Leading Ladies’

8 p.m.

St. Dunstan's Theatre

Apr

Grosse Pointe Park

‘Little Shop of Horrors’

8 p.m.

Pierce Middle School

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