Libraries

Published December 11, 2018

New stories and new pals headed to Baldwin

BIRMINGHAM — When you hear the term “book club,” do you think of giggly women with chardonnay on the sofa? You’re not alone, but Baldwin Public Library staff thinks they can change that cliché.

Rafael helps Jake fix his tie to prepare for an interview during the OUCARES Pre-Employment Skills Training program.

Published December 4, 2018

Troy Times

Troy library program spotlights job skill help for adults with autism

TROY — Adults with autism may get help learning the soft job skills they need to succeed through a foundation-sponsored program coming to the Troy Public Library.

Published December 3, 2018

Shelby - Utica News

Pick up cookies and decorate an ornament at Utica Public Library

UTICA — The holidays are approaching quickly, and the Utica Public Library has ideas for gifts.The library will be hosting a bake sale and an ornament decorating event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 8. The bake sale will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Santa and Mrs. Claus will be dropping by the Eastpointe Memorial Library Wednesday, Dec. 12, to spread some Christmas cheer.

Published November 30, 2018

Roseville - Eastpointe Eastsider

Eastpointe, Roseville libraries to offer fun and helpful holiday programs

EASTPOINTE/ROSEVILLE — The Eastpointe and Roseville libraries are inviting the public to brave the cold and come in to see all of the free holiday fun they have on tap for December.

Published November 28, 2018

Troy Times

Reader pens give boost to Troy library’s universal access collection

TROY — Those who need a little help reading can get it in the form of C-Pen readers at the Troy Public Library.

Published November 23, 2018

Advertiser Times

Harper Woods library to host holiday programming

HARPER WOODS — The Harper Woods Public Library is gearing up for the Christmas season with some fun, festive and free holiday programs.

Published November 21, 2018

Madison - Park News

Hazel Park library to hold holiday programs

HAZEL PARK — Two festive events are coming to the Hazel Park District Library next month.

Published November 13, 2018

Troy Times

Troy library program to comb through Great Lakes shipwrecks

TROY — Thousands of ships have sunk in the waters of the Great Lakes.

Published November 6, 2018

Rochester Post

New library resource grants access to over 300 online courses

ROCHESTER HILLS/ROCHESTER/OAKLAND TOWNSHIP — The Rochester Hills Public Library recently unveiled a new electronic tool that staff says will provide patrons with lifelong learning opportunities in the comfort of their own homes.

Published November 5, 2018

Shelby - Utica News

Wind down with movies at the Utica Public Library

UTICA — The Utica Public Library is bringing back the opportunity to kick back and enjoy a movie right at the library.

Published November 2, 2018

Roseville - Eastpointe Eastsider

Libraries offer programs for November

ROSEVILLE/EASTPOINTE — In November, the Roseville Public Library and the Eastpointe Memorial Library will both offer a variety of services and media to let people get a jump start on the holiday season, help complete a project or just have a little fun.Read More

Published October 30, 2018

Royal Oak Review

New north entrance, sidewalk coming to Royal Oak library

ROYAL OAK — Construction equipment, cones and workers are normal sights around downtown Royal Oak these days.

Published October 30, 2018

Royal Oak Review

Clawson library to host giving tree campaign, fall book sale

CLAWSON — On Saturday, Nov. 3, the Blair Memorial Library will launch its inaugural giving tree campaign and annual fall book sale.

Published October 26, 2018

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

Friends bookstore helps support library

ST. CLAIR SHORES — More than a year after it opened, the Friends of the St. Clair Shores Public Library used bookstore has its own sign, and members are hoping to spread the word about the thousands of books that are available on its shelves.

Published October 16, 2018

Troy Times

Troy Public Library will close doors in January for new carpet installation

TROY — The Troy Public Library will close its doors for three weeks in January, its slowest time of year, so crews can install new carpet in the adult services area and the technology room.

Published October 9, 2018

Royal Oak Review

Royal Oak library launches new home delivery service

ROYAL OAK — In an effort to enhance library accessibility, the Royal Oak Public Library recently launched a new program that caters to Royal Oak residents who are homebound due to illness or either temporary or permanent disability.

Published October 9, 2018

Roseville - Eastpointe Eastsider

Eastpointe and Roseville libraries to host Halloween programs

EASTPOINTE/ROSEVILLE — October is often a time when local libraries break out their spookiest material and get ready for some Halloween fun. The Eastpointe and Roseville public libraries are no different.Read More

Published October 8, 2018

Birmingham - Bloomfield Eagle

Library welcomes guests for global fundraising affair

BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — A book can take readers anywhere their imagination wants to go. It’s with that in mind that Bloomfield Township Public Library staffers will attempt to take visitors on a trip around the world in one evening for the International Night at the Library fundraiser at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13.

Published October 3, 2018

Woodward Talk

Berkley library to celebrate 90th birthday

BERKLEY — One Berkley institution is celebrating its ninth decade of existence in 2018. The Berkley Public Library is celebrating its 90th birthday this year, and will do so with a party from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 11, at the library, located at 3155 Coolidge Highway.Read More

Published October 1, 2018

Shelby - Utica News

The benefits of a library card keep growing at the Utica library

UTICA — A Utica Public Library card is not just for checking out books and movies anymore. In addition to the many programs the library offers free to residents, the library has added a new online language learning program and more discounts at local businesses through its Pioneer Perks program, which is free for those who have a library card.