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| Thursday September 2, 2010 | ||
| 12:00 pm | Friends Book Group Titles TBD Event Type: Book Discussions. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 2:00 pm | Ingham County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Free collection for Ingham County residents. Item accepted include oil paint, cleaners, lawn & garden care products, unwanted medications, fluroescent lights, home repair products, mercury, etc. See website www.Ingham.org for a full list. Do NOT bring latex paint, waste oil, antifreeze, electronics, product in 55 gallon drums, or 20 pound propane tanks. This program is not open to churches, schools, businesses, government agencies or non-profit organizations. (more)
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| Saturday September 4, 2010 | ||
| 10:00 am | South Lansing Community Farmers Market Shop at the market for fresh, local produce, learn new recipes, meet local growers, walk the paved trail, and visit with with neighbors. The market accepts EBT Bridge Cards, Project FRESH, Visa and MasterCard. Open every Saturday June 5 - September 25. Eat Fresh, Get Fit, Have Fun! Walking Group starts at 10:30 (more) Benjamin Davis Park (5500 Pleasant Grove Rd Lansing, Michigan) Map Email Add This Event | |
| Wednesday September 8, 2010 | ||
| 4:00 pm | Pizza & Pages Book Discussion Group (Grades 3 & up)* This theme-based book discussion group with snacks and activities. Participants are encouraged to read any book that fits in with each months theme; contact the library for a list of suggested titles. Event Type: Book Discussions, Tween Events. Ages: Tweens, Elementary Age Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| Thursday September 9, 2010 | ||
| 2:00 pm | Ingham County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Free collection for Ingham County residents. Item accepted include oil paint, cleaners, lawn & garden care products, unwanted medications, fluroescent lights, home repair products, mercury, etc. See website www.Ingham.org for a full list. Do NOT bring latex paint, waste oil, antifreeze, electronics, product in 55 gallon drums, or 20 pound propane tanks. This program is not open to churches, schools, businesses, government agencies or non-profit organizations. (more)
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| Friday September 10, 2010 | ||
| 10:00 am | Weekday Science Morning: "Bird Migration" Enhance your child's science education at the Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road, in Meridian Township once a month through programs specifically designed to introduce and reinforce science curriculum for home-schooled children ages 5-14 years old. The next Weekday Science class, "Bird Migration" is on Friday September 10 at 10 am or 1 pm. The fee is $4/child/class or $10/child/season (3 months). Contact us at harriscenter@sbcglobal.net or 517-349-3866 to register or for more information. Program repeats at 1 pm (more) Harris Nature Center (3998 Van Atta Road Okemos, MI) Map Press Release Email Add This Event |  |
| 1:00 pm | Weekday Science Afternoon: "Bird Migration" Enhance your child's science education at the Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road, in Meridian Township once a month through programs specifically designed to introduce and reinforce science curriculum for home-schooled children ages 5-14 years old. The next Weekday Science class, "Bird Migration" is on Friday September 10 at 10 am or 1 pm. The fee is $4/child/class or $10/child/season (3 months). Contact us at harriscenter@sbcglobal.net or 517-349-3866 to register or for more information. Program also held at 10 am (more) Harris Nature Center (3998 Van Atta Road Okemos, MI) Map Press Release Email Add This Event | |
| Saturday September 11, 2010 | ||
| 9:00 am | Walking Club Walk: Nancy Moore Park Walk your way to strong bones, toned muscles and a healthy heart! The Harris Nature Center has organized a Walking Club that meets once a month at a different park for a guided walk. All Walking Club guided walks and other guided walks at the Harris Nature Center are included. Drop-in walkers are welcome for $3/person/walk. The next walk is September 11 at 9 am at Nancy Moore Park. Contact us: harriscenter@sbcglobal.net or 517-349-3866. (more) Nancy Moore Park (1960 Gaylord C Smith Court East Lansing, MI) Map Press Release Email Add This Event | |
| 9:30 am | Lyons & Muir Community Cleanup Day, in Honor of those who Serve. Sierra Club is honoring the National Day of Service and Remembrance on September 11 through Serve Outdoors. Join in Community Cleanup Day in the sister villages of Lyons and Muir: Lyons provided a warm welcome during the Grand River Expedition in July 2010. Volunteers, students, and residents will pick up trash and spiff up public places in both towns. We'll start at 10am, work until 1pm, then celebrate with lunch provided. Learn more & RSVP http://tiny.cc/ServeOutdoorsSept11 Register at 9:30am, start cleaning up at 10am. Children need Parents' permission! (more) Twin Rivers Elementary School (435 Center Street Muir, MI) Map Email Add This Event |
| 10:00 am | South Lansing Community Farmers Market Shop at the market for fresh, local produce, learn new recipes, meet local growers, walk the paved trail, and visit with with neighbors. The market accepts EBT Bridge Cards, Project FRESH, Visa and MasterCard. Open every Saturday June 5 - September 25. Eat Fresh, Get Fit, Have Fun! Walking Group starts at 10:30 (more) Benjamin Davis Park (5500 Pleasant Grove Rd Lansing, Michigan) Map Email Add This Event |
| AuSable River Cleanup Volunteers will assemble with the Anglers of the Au Sable and Cedars of the Au Sable volunteers at the Gates Au Sable Lodge on Stephan Bridge Road, east of Grayling, to organize our teams before proceeding the river. Bring waders (or shorts and sandals), work gloves, insect repellent, sun screen, canteens, etc. and plan to spend a few hours along the river cleaning up. An enjoyable afternoon picnic at the Gates Au Sable Lodge will follow. Open to both Sierra Club members and non-members. Free and open to both Sierra Club members and nonmembers. (more) Gates Au Sable Lodge & Pro (471 South Stephan Bridge Road Grayling, MI) Map Email Add This Event |
| 1:00 pm | Saturday @ The Movies Join us for a G or PG-rated Movie. Today: Disney's 1995 animated story of Pocahontas, the daughter of a Native American tribe chief in 17th century Virginia. Event Type: Movies Music & Art, Families & Kids. Ages: All Children, Tweens, All Ages (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Sunday September 12, 2010 | ||
| 3:00 pm | Pond Safari There's a lot more than fish living in the Central Park Pond! Guided by the Harris Nature Center naturalists, use a net to dip in the water and down in the mud to find a world of invertebrate animals. Meet at the Central Park pond, 5151 Marsh Rd by the Meridian Farmer's Market on Sunday September 12 at 3 pm. There is a fee of $3/person or $7/family due at the time of the program. Contact HNC at harriscenter@sbcglobal.net or 517-349-3866 for more information. (more) Central Park Pond (5151 Marsh Road Okemos, MI) Map Press Release Email Add This Event | |
| Monday September 13, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Toddler Storytime (Ages 2-3) This storytime series for ages 2-3 runs on Mondays through Dec. 6. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 2:00 pm | Preschool Storytime (Ages 3½-6) Stories for ages 3½-6; meets on Mondays through Dec. 6. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Tuesday September 14, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Preschool & Up Storytime (Ages 3½-6) Stories for ages 3½-6; meets on Tuesdays through Dec. 7. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 4:30 pm | Preschool Storytime (Ages 3 & up) Stories for ages 3 & up; meets on Tuesdays through Dec. 7. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Wednesday September 15, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Toddler Storytime (Ages 2-3) This storytime series for ages 2-3 runs on Wednesdays through Dec. 8. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 12:00 pm | ESOL Reading Group Practice your English reading and speaking skills by reading books and short stories aloud. This program is for high beginners to intermediate readers. Event Type: Citizenship & ESOL. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 3:00 pm | Baby Storytime (Ages 0-2) This storytime series for ages 0-2 runs on Wednesdays through Dec. 8. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 4:00 pm | Okemos Networking Group Join other unemployed professionals at this free biweekly event to network, gain job leads and exchange ideas. Meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month. In partnership with Capital Area Michigan Works. Event Type: Business Finance & Careers. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 6:30 pm | Evening Storytime (All ages) Evening Storytimes feature stories, songs, and activities for little ones, with a new theme each month. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children, All Children, All Ages (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Thursday September 16, 2010 | ||
| 10:00 am | Chipmunk Story Time: "Migration Magic" Join Chicory Chipmunk at the Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road, in Meridian Township once a month for nature stories followed by games or a walk. The programs are open to preschool and elementary children. The next story time, "Migration Magic" is Thursday, September 16 at 10 am. The fee is $3/ child and is due at the time of the program. Contact us at 517-349-3866 or harriscenter@sbcglobal.net with questions or to register your child. (more) Harris Nature Center (3998 Van Atta Road Okemos, MI) Map Press Release Email Add This Event | |
| 10:30 am | Toddler Storytime (Ages 2-3) This storytime series for ages 2-3 runs on Thursdays through Dec. 9 (skip Nov. 11 & Nov. 25). Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 12:00 pm | Okemos Book Group Titles TBD Event Type: Book Discussions. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 2:00 pm | Ingham County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Free collection for Ingham County residents. Item accepted include oil paint, cleaners, lawn & garden care products, unwanted medications, fluroescent lights, home repair products, mercury, etc. See website www.Ingham.org for a full list. Do NOT bring latex paint, waste oil, antifreeze, electronics, product in 55 gallon drums, or 20 pound propane tanks. This program is not open to churches, schools, businesses, government agencies or non-profit organizations. (more)
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| Friday September 17, 2010 | ||
| 10:00 am | Computer Basics* Learn about the components of computers. Also, learn how to use a keyboard, mouse and computer features. No prior experience needed. Runs to 11:30. Event Type: Tech Corner. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| Saturday September 18, 2010 | ||
| 10:00 am | South Lansing Community Farmers Market Shop at the market for fresh, local produce, learn new recipes, meet local growers, walk the paved trail, and visit with with neighbors. The market accepts EBT Bridge Cards, Project FRESH, Visa and MasterCard. Open every Saturday June 5 - September 25. Eat Fresh, Get Fit, Have Fun! Walking Group starts at 10:30 (more) Benjamin Davis Park (5500 Pleasant Grove Rd Lansing, Michigan) Map Email Add This Event | |
| 2:00 pm | Yoga Demonstration Join yoga Instructor Maryann Anandi Concannon for this interactive yogar deomstration for all ages. Event Type: Hobbies & Crafts, Families & Kids. Ages: All Ages (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Sunday September 19, 2010 | ||
| 2:00 pm | Live Birds of Prey Presentation People have long been fascinated by our amazing birds of prey, the hawks and owls. Joe Rogers of the Wildlife Recovery Association will be bringing live birds of prey to the Harris Nature Center on Sunday September 19 at 2 pm and 4 pm. The programs will include a variety of live hawks and owls along with Joe’s entertaining monologue. This is a great opportunity to get up close to these fascinating birds. The fee for the program is $6.00/person. Seating will be limited, so please call ahead. Held twice: 2-3 pm and 4-5 pm (more) Harris Nature Center (3998 Van Atta Road Okemos, MI) Map Press Release Email Add This Event |  |
| Monday September 20, 2010 | ||
| 9:00 am | Timber Tots: Nature for Young Preschoolers Introduce your young preschooler to nature during Timber Tots, a 6-week program for children 3 and 4 years old, accompanied by an adult at the Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road in Meridian Township beginning Monday Sept 20 at 9- 10 am. The child and adult companion participate as a team to enjoy nature activities, walks, stories and crafts. There is a $35 fee for this 6-week program. Contact us at harriscenter@sbcglobal.net or 517-349-3866 with questions or to register. (more) Harris Nature Center (3998 Van Atta Road Okemos, MI) Map Press Release Email Add This Event | |
| 10:30 am | Toddler Storytime (Ages 2-3) This storytime series for ages 2-3 runs on Mondays through Dec. 6. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| My Cub and I: Nature for Toddlers Morning Children 3 years and under, accompanied by an adult can toddle into their first nature experience at the Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road in Meridian Township. My Cub and I meets for six weeks, beginning Monday Sept 20, from 10:30-11:30 am and an evening section from 6:30-7:30 pm. The child and adult companion participate as a team to enjoy nature activities, walks, stories and crafts. There is a $35 fee for this 6-week program. Contact us at 517-349-3866 with questions or to register. Program repeated at 6:30 pm (more) Harris Nature Center (3998 Van Atta Road Okemos, MI) Map Press Release Email Add This Event |
| 2:00 pm | Preschool Storytime (Ages 3½-6) Stories for ages 3½-6; meets on Mondays through Dec. 6. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 4:00 pm | Kids Reading to Dogs Come in anytime between 4-5 pm and read to a registered therapy dog. Children of all ages are welcome. Event Type: Families & Kids. Ages: All Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 3:30-5:30. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 6:30 pm | My Cub and I: Nature for Toddlers Evening Children 3 years and under, accompanied by an adult can toddle into their first nature experience at the Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road in Meridian Township. My Cub and I meets for six weeks, beginning Monday Sept 20, from 10:30-11:30 am and an evening section from 6:30-7:30 pm. The child and adult companion participate as a team to enjoy nature activities, walks, stories and crafts. There is a $35 fee for this 6-week program. Contact us at 517-349-3866 with questions or to register. Program is also at 10:30 am (more) Harris Nature Center (3998 Van Atta Road Okemos, MI) Map Press Release Email Add This Event |
| Tuesday September 21, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Preschool & Up Storytime (Ages 3½-6) Stories for ages 3½-6; meets on Tuesdays through Dec. 7. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 4:00 pm | After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 3:30-5:30. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 4:30 pm | Preschool Storytime (Ages 3 & up) Stories for ages 3 & up; meets on Tuesdays through Dec. 7. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 6:30 pm | Microsoft Excel Basics* Learn to use a spreadsheet for tasks like balancing a checkbook. Experience with a mouse and Windows as well as basic word processing skills are required. Runs 90 minutes. Event Type: Tech Corner. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Wednesday September 22, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Toddler Storytime (Ages 2-3) This storytime series for ages 2-3 runs on Wednesdays through Dec. 8. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 3:00 pm | Baby Storytime (Ages 0-2) This storytime series for ages 0-2 runs on Wednesdays through Dec. 8. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 6:30 pm | Drop-in Computer Help Stop by to get your computer questions answered, plus learn to upload electronic audiobooks. Runs 6:30-7:30 pm. Event Type: Tech Corner. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Thursday September 23, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Toddler Storytime (Ages 2-3) This storytime series for ages 2-3 runs on Thursdays through Dec. 9 (skip Nov. 11 & Nov. 25). Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 2:00 pm | Ingham County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Free collection for Ingham County residents. Item accepted include oil paint, cleaners, lawn & garden care products, unwanted medications, fluroescent lights, home repair products, mercury, etc. See website www.Ingham.org for a full list. Do NOT bring latex paint, waste oil, antifreeze, electronics, product in 55 gallon drums, or 20 pound propane tanks. This program is not open to churches, schools, businesses, government agencies or non-profit organizations. (more)
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| 4:00 pm | After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 3:30-5:30. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 6:30 pm | Film Movement Series (Adults & mature teens) View a recently released, award-winning, foreign or independent film. This month: Only When I Dance (Brazil) Event Type: Movies Music & Art. Ages: Adults, Teens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Friday September 24, 2010 | ||
| 10:00 am | Internet Basics * Learn the basic components of the Internet and how to do a simple search. Experience with a mouse and Windows is required. Event Type: Tech Corner. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 8:00 pm | Howl at the Moon Bring your best friend (2-footed or 4-footed) to the Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road for a guided hike through the moonlit woods on Friday, September 24 at 8 pm. Dogs must be on non-retractable leashes. Flashlights are permitted but not a necessity. The fee for this program is $3/ person due at the time of the walk. For more information, contact us at 517-349-3866 or harriscenter@sbcglobal.net. (more) Harris Nature Center (3998 Van Atta Road Okemos, MI) Map Press Release Email Add This Event |  |
| Saturday September 25, 2010 | ||
| 8:00 am | Recycle-Rama Recycle electronics, books, clothing, unwanted medicines, mercury thremostats & thermometers, used household cooking oils, holiday lights and more! 8am - 1pm (more) 5303 S Cedar St (5303 S Cedar St Lansing, MI) Map Email Add This Event |  |
| 10:00 am | South Lansing Community Farmers Market Shop at the market for fresh, local produce, learn new recipes, meet local growers, walk the paved trail, and visit with with neighbors. The market accepts EBT Bridge Cards, Project FRESH, Visa and MasterCard. Open every Saturday June 5 - September 25. Eat Fresh, Get Fit, Have Fun! Walking Group starts at 10:30 (more) Benjamin Davis Park (5500 Pleasant Grove Rd Lansing, Michigan) Map Email Add This Event |
| 1:00 pm | Walking Club Walk: Sylvan Glen Preserve Walk your way to strong bones, toned muscles and a healthy heart! The Harris Nature Center has organized a Walking Club that meets once a month at a different park for a guided walk. All Walking Club guided walks and other guided walks at the Harris Nature Center are included. Drop-in walkers are welcome for $3/person/walk. The next walk is September 25 at 1 pm at Sylvan Glen Preserve. Contact us: harriscenter@sbcglobal.net or 517-349-3866. (more) Sylvan Glen Preserve (Sylvan Glen Road Okemos, MI) Map Press Release Email Add This Event |
| 2:00 pm | Fall Singer/Songwriter Music Series (All ages) This family-friendly music series features talented local musicians who have made names for themselves playing in Michigan and across the United States. Today's artist is Redtail Ring. Michael Beauchamp and Laurel Premo come together to form this duo with roots firmly planted in Appalachian old-time and folk music, and branches reaching out to forge new arrangements complete with haunting harmonies and an expansive dynamic range. Seating is on a fist-come basis. The next concert will be held on Oct. 16. Event Type: Movies Music & Art, Families & Kids. Ages: All Ages, All Children, Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 7:00 pm | Harvest Moon: Tales around the Campfire The harvest moon is low in the sky and appears huge. The extra light it gives off used to allow farmers to stay in their fields harvesting crops well into the night. This is a great time to enjoy a campfire and hear stories before taking a short walk through the nighttime woods with a naturalist at the Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road on Saturday September 25 at 7 pm. The fee for the program is $3/ person or $7/ family due at the door. Please call 517-349-3866 if you have questions. (more) Harris Nature Center (3998 Van Atta Road Okemos, MI) Map Press Release Email Add This Event |
| Monday September 27, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Toddler Storytime (Ages 2-3) This storytime series for ages 2-3 runs on Mondays through Dec. 6. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 2:00 pm | Preschool Storytime (Ages 3½-6) Stories for ages 3½-6; meets on Mondays through Dec. 6. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 4:00 pm | After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 3:30-5:30. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 4-6 pm. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Tuesday September 28, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Preschool & Up Storytime (Ages 3½-6) Stories for ages 3½-6; meets on Tuesdays through Dec. 7. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 4:00 pm | After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 3:30-5:30. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 4:30 pm | Preschool Storytime (Ages 3 & up) Stories for ages 3 & up; meets on Tuesdays through Dec. 7. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 7:00 pm | Herbs: The Useful Plants!* Put your garden to work for you! Are you wondering what to do with the herbs you grew this summer? Come and see how you can easily use these herbs to prepare wonderful, fragrant herb teas, herb sugars, and herbal oils. We'll also discuss how to use herbs to make hair conditioning rinses, hand scrubs and facial steams. Recipes and instructions included. Event Type: Hobbies & Crafts. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Wednesday September 29, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Toddler Storytime (Ages 2-3) This storytime series for ages 2-3 runs on Wednesdays through Dec. 8. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 3:00 pm | Baby Storytime (Ages 0-2) This storytime series for ages 0-2 runs on Wednesdays through Dec. 8. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Thursday September 30, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Toddler Storytime (Ages 2-3) This storytime series for ages 2-3 runs on Thursdays through Dec. 9 (skip Nov. 11 & Nov. 25). Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 3:00 pm | Friends of the Okemos Library Annual Tea Our speaker will be Linda Hundt of Sweetie-licious bakery in DeWitt. Learn about how she started her business and sample some of her baked treats! Event Type: Book Sales & Friends Events. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 4:00 pm | After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 4-6 pm. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 3:30-5:30. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Friday October 1, 2010 | ||
| 10:00 am | Microsoft Word Basics* Learn to modify, cut and paste text; open, close and save documents. Experience with a keyboard, mouse and Windows are required. Event Type: Tech Corner. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| Weekday Science Morning: "Discover Bats" Enhance your child's science education at the Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road, in Meridian Township once a month through programs specifically designed to introduce and reinforce science curriculum for home-schooled children ages 5-14 years old. The next Weekday Science class, "Discover Bats" is on Friday October 1 at 10 am or 1 pm. The fee is $4/child/class or $10/child/season (3 months). Contact us at harriscenter@sbcglobal.net or 517-349-3866 to register or for more information. Program repeats at 1 pm (more) Harris Nature Center (3998 Van Atta Road Okemos, MI) Map Press Release Email Add This Event | |
| 1:00 pm | Weekday Science Afternoon: "Discover Bats" Enhance your child's science education at the Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road, in Meridian Township once a month through programs specifically designed to introduce and reinforce science curriculum for home-schooled children ages 5-14 years old. The next Weekday Science class, "Discover Bats" is on Friday October 1 at 10 am or 1 pm. The fee is $4/child/class or $10/child/season (3 months). Contact us at harriscenter@sbcglobal.net or 517-349-3866 to register or for more information. Program is also held at 10 am (more) Harris Nature Center (3998 Van Atta Road Okemos, MI) Map Press Release Email Add This Event | |
| Sunday October 3, 2010 | ||
| 1:00 pm | 1st Sunday Gallery Walk We feature a new art exhibit each month. Runs through 4 p.m. This month: Jeannie West, Watercolor Event Type: Movies Music & Art. Ages: All Ages (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 1st Sunday Gallery Walk We feature a new art exhibit each month. Runs through 4 p.m. This month: Jeannie West, Watercolor Event Type: Movies Music & Art. Ages: All Ages (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Monday October 4, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Toddler Storytime (Ages 2-3) This storytime series for ages 2-3 runs on Mondays through Dec. 6. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 2:00 pm | Preschool Storytime (Ages 3½-6) Stories for ages 3½-6; meets on Mondays through Dec. 6. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 4:00 pm | After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 3:30-5:30. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 4-6 pm. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Tuesday October 5, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Preschool & Up Storytime (Ages 3½-6) Stories for ages 3½-6; meets on Tuesdays through Dec. 7. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 4:00 pm | After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 3:30-5:30. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 4:30 pm | Preschool Storytime (Ages 3 & up) Stories for ages 3 & up; meets on Tuesdays through Dec. 7. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 6:30 pm | Microsoft Publisher Basics* Learn how to create newsletters, flyers and brochures. Participants should know how to use a mouse, Windows and should have basic word processing skills such as formatting text. Event Type: Tech Corner. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Wednesday October 6, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Toddler Storytime (Ages 2-3) This storytime series for ages 2-3 runs on Wednesdays through Dec. 8. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 3:00 pm | Baby Storytime (Ages 0-2) This storytime series for ages 0-2 runs on Wednesdays through Dec. 8. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 4:00 pm | Okemos Networking Group Join other unemployed professionals at this free biweekly event to network, gain job leads and exchange ideas. Meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month. In partnership with Capital Area Michigan Works. Event Type: Business Finance & Careers. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 7:00 pm | Knitting 101 Local artist and instructor Meg Croft will instruct beginners on the basics of knitting. This class is for those looking to learn to knit or simply need a refresher. Please come ready to participate with needles and yarn. Students should bring a plain worsted weight yarn in a solid color and size 8 needles. Refreshments will be provided. Event Type: Hobbies & Crafts. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Thursday October 7, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Toddler Storytime (Ages 2-3) This storytime series for ages 2-3 runs on Thursdays through Dec. 9 (skip Nov. 11 & Nov. 25). Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 12:00 pm | Friends Book Group Titles TBD Event Type: Book Discussions. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 4:00 pm | After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 3:30-5:30. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Okemos Arcade Show off your gaming skills on the big screen. Challenge others in Wii Sports, Guitar Hero, Mario Smash Brothers and Mario Kart. Computers will also be available. All skill levels welcome. Event Type: Teen Events. Ages: Teens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 4-6 pm. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Friday October 8, 2010 | ||
| 10:00 am | Email Basics * Learn to set up your own Yahoo email account; compose send and open messages; add and open attachments. Experience with a mouse and Windows and basic word processing skills are required. Event Type: Tech Corner. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 1:00 pm | Drop-in Computer Help Stop by between 1-2 pm and get your computer questions answered, plus learn to upload electronic audiobooks. Event Type: Tech Corner. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 4:00 pm | Okemos Arcade Show off your gaming skills on the big screen. Challenge others in Wii Sports, Guitar Hero, Mario Smash Brothers and Mario Kart. Computers will also be available. All skill levels welcome. Event Type: Teen Events. Ages: Teens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Saturday October 9, 2010 | ||
| 9:00 am | Walking Club Walk: North Meridian Road Park Walk your way to strong bones, toned muscles and a healthy heart! The Harris Nature Center has organized a Walking Club that meets once a month at a different park for a guided walk. All Walking Club guided walks and other guided walks at the Harris Nature Center are included. Drop-in walkers are welcome for $3/person/walk. The next walk is October 9 at 9 am at North Meridian Road Park. Contact us: harriscenter@sbcglobal.net or 517-349-3866. (more) North Meridian Road Park (5191 North Meridian Road Okemos, MI) Map Press Release Email Add This Event | |
| 1:00 pm | Saturday @ The Movies Join us for a G or PG-rated Movie. Today: Steven Spielberg's classic 1982 movie about a little extra-terrestrial and his longing to go home. Event Type: Movies Music & Art, Families & Kids. Ages: All Children, Tweens, All Ages (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Sunday October 10, 2010 | ||
| 2:00 pm | Korean Culture Celebration Join us for celebration of Korean culture hosted by MSUs Center for Asian Studies. Event Type: Families & Kids. Ages: All Ages (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 3:00 pm | Discover Bird Watching Have you ever wondered about the birds around your home or in the local park? Learn to use binoculars, find out simple techniques for identifying common birds and take a bird watching walk with a naturalist at the Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road in Meridian Township on Sunday October 10 at 3 pm. The fee for the program is $3/person. For more information contact us at 349-3866 or harriscenter@sbcglobal.net. (more) Harris Nature Center (3998 Van Atta Road Okemos, MI) Map Press Release Email Add This Event |
| Monday October 11, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Toddler Storytime (Ages 2-3) This storytime series for ages 2-3 runs on Mondays through Dec. 6. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 2:00 pm | Preschool Storytime (Ages 3½-6) Stories for ages 3½-6; meets on Mondays through Dec. 6. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 4:00 pm | After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 3:30-5:30. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 4-6 pm. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Tuesday October 12, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Preschool & Up Storytime (Ages 3½-6) Stories for ages 3½-6; meets on Tuesdays through Dec. 7. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 4:00 pm | After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 3:30-5:30. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 4:30 pm | Preschool Storytime (Ages 3 & up) Stories for ages 3 & up; meets on Tuesdays through Dec. 7. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 7:00 pm | Autumn in France; Cooking with Chef Denene Vincent * Autumn days spent discovering hidden treasures in tiny French villages, rambling along picturesque rolling hills covered in just harvested grapevines, stopping at local wineries for a tasting or shopping the markets for just picked fall produce join Denene Vincent, founder and executive chef of Le Chat Gourmet Culinary Arts in Eaton Rapids for this culinary adventure celebrating the autumnal cuisine of France! Read more about Vincent at lechatgourmet.com. Event Type: Hobbies & Crafts. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Wednesday October 13, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Toddler Storytime (Ages 2-3) This storytime series for ages 2-3 runs on Wednesdays through Dec. 8. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 3:00 pm | Baby Storytime (Ages 0-2) This storytime series for ages 0-2 runs on Wednesdays through Dec. 8. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 4:00 pm | Pizza & Pages Book Discussion Group (Grades 3 & up)* This theme-based book discussion group with snacks and activities. Participants are encouraged to read any book that fits in with each months theme; contact the library for a list of suggested titles. Event Type: Book Discussions, Tween Events. Ages: Tweens, Elementary Age Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 6:30 pm | Microsoft PowerPoint Basics* Learn to create a simple slideshow presentation. Participants should know how to use a mouse, Windows and should have basic word processing skills such as formatting text. Event Type: Tech Corner. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Thursday October 14, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Toddler Storytime (Ages 2-3) This storytime series for ages 2-3 runs on Thursdays through Dec. 9 (skip Nov. 11 & Nov. 25). Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 1:00 pm | Downloading Electronic Audiobooks Workshop* Learn how to download eAudiobooks to your PC and compatible MP3 player. Event Type: Tech Corner. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 4:00 pm | After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 4-6 pm. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Friday October 15, 2010 | ||
| 10:00 am | Intermediate Microsoft Word * Learn how to format pages, create tables, and more. Participants should take Microsoft Word Basics before taking this course and should know to use a mouse and Windows. Event Type: Tech Corner. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| Intermediate Microsoft Word * Learn how to format pages, create tables, and more. Participants should take Microsoft Word Basics before taking this course and should know to use a mouse and Windows. Event Type: Tech Corner. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 7:00 pm | Silent Library * Silent Library is the real-life version of the MTV show. In this game of bravery and self control, kids will endure a variety of challenges while being totally silent in order to win prizes. For grades 5 and up. Event Type: Teens & Tweens. Ages: Teens & Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Saturday October 16, 2010 | ||
| 2:00 pm | Fall Singer/Songwriter Music Series (All ages) This family-friendly music series features talented local musicians who have made names for themselves playing in Michigan and across the United States. Seating is on a fist-come basis. Today's artists call themselves Nervous But Excited. This Michigan-based folk duo consists of Kate Peterson & Sarah Cleaver--two songwriters, two singers, three guitars, a mandolin, a violin, a ukulele, a few harmonicas, dead-on harmony, some vaguely choreographed dancing, an impressive amount of laughter and a glockinspiel. Event Type: Movies Music & Art, Families & Kids. Ages: All Ages, All Children, Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 7:00 pm | What a Hoot!: Campfire and Program A hoot in the distance and the flap of a wing in the night air let you know that you are not alone. Barred Owls and Screech Owls enjoy the wooded habitat of the Harris Nature Center. Join a naturalist on Saturday October 16 at 7 pm at the Harris Nature Center, for a campfire program and a walk as we try to entice an owl out into the open to view. The fee for this program is $3/ person or $7/ family due at the time of the program. Contact us at 349-3866 or harriscenter@sbcglobal.net. (more) Harris Nature Center (3998 Van Atta Road Okemos, MI) Map Press Release Email Add This Event | |
| Monday October 18, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Toddler Storytime (Ages 2-3) This storytime series for ages 2-3 runs on Mondays through Dec. 6. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 2:00 pm | Preschool Storytime (Ages 3½-6) Stories for ages 3½-6; meets on Mondays through Dec. 6. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 4:00 pm | After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 4-6 pm. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 3:30-5:30. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Kids Reading to Dogs Come in anytime between 4-5 pm and read to a registered therapy dog. Children of all ages are welcome. Event Type: Families & Kids. Ages: All Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Tuesday October 19, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Preschool & Up Storytime (Ages 3½-6) Stories for ages 3½-6; meets on Tuesdays through Dec. 7. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 4:00 pm | After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 3:30-5:30. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 4:30 pm | Preschool Storytime (Ages 3 & up) Stories for ages 3 & up; meets on Tuesdays through Dec. 7. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 6:00 pm | Social Networking * Social media coach Jamie Holdcraft will explain how to use social media websites to keep in touch with friends and family, or to promote your business. Event Type: Tech Corner. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Wednesday October 20, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Toddler Storytime (Ages 2-3) This storytime series for ages 2-3 runs on Wednesdays through Dec. 8. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 12:00 pm | ESOL Reading Group Practice your English reading and speaking skills by reading books and short stories aloud. This program is for high beginners to intermediate readers. Event Type: Citizenship & ESOL. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 3:00 pm | Baby Storytime (Ages 0-2) This storytime series for ages 0-2 runs on Wednesdays through Dec. 8. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 4:00 pm | Okemos Networking Group Join other unemployed professionals at this free biweekly event to network, gain job leads and exchange ideas. Meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month. In partnership with Capital Area Michigan Works. Event Type: Business Finance & Careers. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 6:30 pm | Evening Costume Storytime October Evening Storytime will feature a special costume storytime with storyteller Steveanna Roose. Come in your Halloween costume. There will be Halloween themed stories, craft, and trick-or-treating in the library. For all ages. Event Type: Storytimes, Holidays. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Evening Storytime (All ages) Evening Storytimes feature stories, songs, and activities for little ones, with a new theme each month. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children, All Children, All Ages (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Thursday October 21, 2010 | ||
| 10:00 am | Chipmunk Story Time: "Turn of the Seasons" Join Chicory Chipmunk at the Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road, in Meridian Township once a month for nature stories followed by games or a walk. The programs are open to preschool and elementary children. The next story time, "Turn of the Seasons" is Thursday, October 21 at 10 am. The fee is $3/ child and is due at the time of the program. Contact us at 517-349-3866 or harriscenter@sbcglobal.net with questions or to register your child. (more) Harris Nature Center (3998 Van Atta Road Okemos, MI) Map Press Release Email Add This Event | |
| 10:30 am | Toddler Storytime (Ages 2-3) This storytime series for ages 2-3 runs on Thursdays through Dec. 9 (skip Nov. 11 & Nov. 25). Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 12:00 pm | Okemos Book Group Titles TBD Event Type: Book Discussions. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 4:00 pm | After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 4-6 pm. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 6:30 pm | Film Movement Series (Adults & mature teens) View a recently released, award-winning, foreign or independent film. This month: Jaffa (Israel) Event Type: Movies Music & Art. Ages: Adults, Teens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Friday October 22, 2010 | ||
| 10:00 am | Microsoft Excel Basics* Learn to use a spreadsheet for tasks like balancing a checkbook. Experience with a mouse and Windows as well as basic word processing skills are required. Runs 90 minutes. Event Type: Tech Corner. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 7:00 pm | Howl at the Moon Bring your best friend (2-footed or 4-footed) to the Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road for a guided hike through the moonlit woods on Friday, October 22 at 7 pm. Dogs must be on non-retractable leashes. Flashlights are permitted but not a necessity. The fee for this program is $3/ person due at the time of the walk. For more information, contact us at 517-349-3866 or harriscenter@sbcglobal.net. (more) Harris Nature Center (3998 Van Atta Road Okemos, MI) Map Press Release Email Add This Event | |
| Saturday October 23, 2010 | ||
| 10:00 am | Webelos Cub Scout Badge Workshop: "Forester" The Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road, has badge programs for Girl Scouts, Brownies and Cub Scouts. This is an opportunity for scouts to earn their outdoor badges from the professional staff at the Harris Nature Center. They may enroll as individuals or as a troop or den. The next workshop is "Forester" for Webelos Cub Scouts on Saturday October 23 at 10 am or 1 pm. The fee is $4.50 per scout. Call 517-349-3866 to register or request a brochure listing all the workshop dates. Repeats at 1 pm (more) Harris Nature Center (3998 Van Atta Road Okemos, MI) Map Press Release Email Add This Event | |
| 1:00 pm | Walking Club Walk: Legg Park Walk your way to strong bones, toned muscles and a healthy heart! The Harris Nature Center has organized a Walking Club that meets once a month at a different park for a guided walk. All Walking Club guided walks and other guided walks at the Harris Nature Center are included. Drop-in walkers are welcome for $3/person/walk. The next walk is October 23 at 1 pm at Legg Park. Contact us: harriscenter@sbcglobal.net or 517-349-3866. (more) Legg Park (3891 Van Atta Road Okemos, MI) Map Press Release Email Add This Event |
| Monday October 25, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Toddler Storytime (Ages 2-3) This storytime series for ages 2-3 runs on Mondays through Dec. 6. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 2:00 pm | Preschool Storytime (Ages 3½-6) Stories for ages 3½-6; meets on Mondays through Dec. 6. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 4:00 pm | After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 3:30-5:30. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 4-6 pm. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Tuesday October 26, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Preschool & Up Storytime (Ages 3½-6) Stories for ages 3½-6; meets on Tuesdays through Dec. 7. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 4:00 pm | After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 3:30-5:30. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 4:30 pm | Preschool Storytime (Ages 3 & up) Stories for ages 3 & up; meets on Tuesdays through Dec. 7. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Wednesday October 27, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Toddler Storytime (Ages 2-3) This storytime series for ages 2-3 runs on Wednesdays through Dec. 8. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 3:00 pm | Baby Storytime (Ages 0-2) This storytime series for ages 0-2 runs on Wednesdays through Dec. 8. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 6:30 pm | Drop-in Computer Help Stop by to get your computer questions answered, plus learn to upload electronic audiobooks. Runs 6:30-7:30 pm. Event Type: Tech Corner. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Thursday October 28, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Toddler Storytime (Ages 2-3) This storytime series for ages 2-3 runs on Thursdays through Dec. 9 (skip Nov. 11 & Nov. 25). Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 4:00 pm | After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 4-6 pm. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Saturday October 30, 2010 | ||
| 10:00 am | Halloween Adventures If you like spooky fun or just plain fun, you'll have a blast at the HNC Halloween Adventures. Children squeal with delight in the Halloween Fun House and inside the nature building discover crafts, pumpkin decorating, "treats" and exhibits featuring misunderstood animals. Outside, find a large games area, follow the path through the Friendly Forest playing games along the way and meet a very large spider and bat, enjoy a hayride through the autumn woods, roast marshmallows over a campfire! $5/child (more) Harris Nature Center (3998 Van Atta Road Okemos, MI) Map Press Release Email Add This Event |  |
| Monday November 1, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Toddler Storytime (Ages 2-3) This storytime series for ages 2-3 runs on Mondays through Dec. 6. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 2:00 pm | Preschool Storytime (Ages 3½-6) Stories for ages 3½-6; meets on Mondays through Dec. 6. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 4:00 pm | After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 4-6 pm. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 3:30-5:30. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Tuesday November 2, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Preschool & Up Storytime (Ages 3½-6) Stories for ages 3½-6; meets on Tuesdays through Dec. 7. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 4:00 pm | After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 3:30-5:30. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 4:30 pm | Preschool Storytime (Ages 3 & up) Stories for ages 3 & up; meets on Tuesdays through Dec. 7. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Wednesday November 3, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Toddler Storytime (Ages 2-3) This storytime series for ages 2-3 runs on Wednesdays through Dec. 8. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 3:00 pm | Baby Storytime (Ages 0-2) This storytime series for ages 0-2 runs on Wednesdays through Dec. 8. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 4:00 pm | Okemos Networking Group Join other unemployed professionals at this free biweekly event to network, gain job leads and exchange ideas. Meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month. In partnership with Capital Area Michigan Works. Event Type: Business Finance & Careers. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Thursday November 4, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Toddler Storytime (Ages 2-3) This storytime series for ages 2-3 runs on Thursdays through Dec. 9 (skip Nov. 11 & Nov. 25). Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 12:00 pm | Friends Book Group Titles TBD Event Type: Book Discussions. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 4:00 pm | After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 4-6 pm. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Friday November 5, 2010 | ||
| 10:00 am | Weekday Science Morning: "Bears of North America" Enhance your child's science education at the Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road, in Meridian Township once a month through programs specifically designed to introduce and reinforce science curriculum for home-schooled children ages 5-14 years old. The next Weekday Science class, "Bears of North America" is on Friday November 5 at 10 am or 1 pm. The fee is $4/child/class. Contact us at harriscenter@sbcglobal.net or 517-349-3866 to register or for more information. Program is repeated at 1 pm (more) Harris Nature Center (3998 Van Atta Road Okemos, MI) Map Press Release Email Add This Event | |
| Microsoft Publisher Basics* Learn how to create newsletters, flyers and brochures. Participants should know how to use a mouse, Windows and should have basic word processing skills such as formatting text. Event Type: Tech Corner. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 1:00 pm | Weekday Science Afternoon: "Bears of North America" Enhance your child's science education at the Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road, in Meridian Township once a month through programs specifically designed to introduce and reinforce science curriculum for home-schooled children ages 5-14 years old. The next Weekday Science class, "Bears of North America" is on Friday November 5 at 10 am or 1 pm. The fee is $4/child/class. Contact us at harriscenter@sbcglobal.net or 517-349-3866 to register or for more information. Program is also held at 10 am (more) Harris Nature Center (3998 Van Atta Road Okemos, MI) Map Press Release Email Add This Event | |
| Saturday November 6, 2010 | ||
| 9:00 am | Walking Club Walk: Lake Lansing Park North Walk your way to strong bones, toned muscles and a healthy heart! The Harris Nature Center has organized a Walking Club that meets once a month at a different park for a guided walk. All Walking Club guided walks and other guided walks at the Harris Nature Center are included. Drop-in walkers are welcome for $3/person/walk. The next walk is November 6 at 9 am at Lake Lansing Park North. Contact us: harriscenter@sbcglobal.net or 517-349-3866. (more) Lake Lansing Park North (6260 E Lake Drive Haslett, MI) Map Press Release Email Add This Event | |
| 10:00 am | Girl Scout Badge Workshop:"Wildlife" The Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road, has badge programs for Girl Scouts, Brownies and Cub Scouts. This is an opportunity for scouts to earn their outdoor badges from the professional staff at the Harris Nature Center. They may enroll as individuals or as a troop or den. The next workshop is "Wildlife" for Junior Girl Scouts on Saturday November 6 at 10 am or 1 pm. The fee is $4.50 per scout. Call 517-349-3866 to register or request a brochure listing all the workshop dates. Repeats at 1 pm (more) Harris Nature Center (3998 Van Atta Road Okemos, MI) Map Press Release Email Add This Event |
| Brownie Scout Badge Workshop: "Watching Wildlife" The Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road, has badge programs for Girl Scouts, Brownies and Cub Scouts. This is an opportunity for scouts to earn their outdoor badges from the professional staff at the Harris Nature Center. They may enroll as individuals or as a troop or den. The next workshop is "Watching Wildlife" for Brownie Girl Scouts on Saturday November 6 at 10 am or 1 pm. The fee is $4.50 per scout. Call 517-349-3866 to register or request a brochure listing all the workshop dates. Repeats at 1 pm (more) Harris Nature Center (3998 Van Atta Road Okemos, MI) Map Press Release Email Add This Event |
| 7:30 pm | Friends Art Show Opening Reception Join us for the opening reception of the 39th annual art show featuring art in several different media. The show runs during open library hours from Nov.7-Nov. 30. Proceeds benefit the Friends of the Okemos Library. Event Type: Book Sales & Friends Events, Movies Music & Art. Ages: All Ages (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Monday November 8, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Toddler Storytime (Ages 2-3) This storytime series for ages 2-3 runs on Mondays through Dec. 6. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 2:00 pm | Preschool Storytime (Ages 3½-6) Stories for ages 3½-6; meets on Mondays through Dec. 6. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 4:00 pm | After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 3:30-5:30. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 4-6 pm. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Tuesday November 9, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Preschool & Up Storytime (Ages 3½-6) Stories for ages 3½-6; meets on Tuesdays through Dec. 7. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 4:00 pm | After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 3:30-5:30. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 4:30 pm | Preschool Storytime (Ages 3 & up) Stories for ages 3 & up; meets on Tuesdays through Dec. 7. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Wednesday November 10, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Toddler Storytime (Ages 2-3) This storytime series for ages 2-3 runs on Wednesdays through Dec. 8. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 3:00 pm | Baby Storytime (Ages 0-2) This storytime series for ages 0-2 runs on Wednesdays through Dec. 8. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 4:00 pm | Pizza & Pages Book Discussion Group (Grades 3 & up)* This theme-based book discussion group with snacks and activities. Participants are encouraged to read any book that fits in with each months theme; contact the library for a list of suggested titles. Event Type: Book Discussions, Tween Events. Ages: Tweens, Elementary Age Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Thursday November 11, 2010 | ||
| 4:00 pm | After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 4-6 pm. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| Friday November 12, 2010 | ||
| 10:00 am | Microsoft PowerPoint Basics* Learn to create a simple slideshow presentation. Participants should know how to use a mouse, Windows and should have basic word processing skills such as formatting text. Event Type: Tech Corner. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 1:00 pm | Drop-in Computer Help Stop by between 1-2 pm and get your computer questions answered, plus learn to upload electronic audiobooks. Event Type: Tech Corner. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 4:00 pm | Okemos Arcade Show off your gaming skills on the big screen. Challenge others in Wii Sports, Guitar Hero, Mario Smash Brothers and Mario Kart. Computers will also be available. All skill levels welcome. Event Type: Teen Events. Ages: Teens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Saturday November 13, 2010 | ||
| 10:00 am | Cub Scout Badge Workshop: "Wildlife Conservation" The Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road, has badge programs for Girl Scouts, Brownies and Cub Scouts. This is an opportunity for scouts to earn their outdoor badges from the professional staff at the Harris Nature Center. They may enroll as individuals or as a troop or den. The next workshop is "Wildlife Conservation" for Cub Scouts on Saturday November 13 at 10 am or 1 pm. The fee is $4.50 per scout. Call 517-349-3866 to register or request a brochure listing all the workshop dates. Repeats at 1 pm (more) Harris Nature Center (3998 Van Atta Road Okemos, MI) Map Press Release Email Add This Event | |
| 1:00 pm | Saturday @ The Movies Join us for a G or PG-rated Movie. Today: The 2005 animated movie starring Zach Braff as the voice of a little but courageous chicken who comes to the rescue of his fellow citizens. Event Type: Movies Music & Art, Families & Kids. Ages: All Children, Tweens, All Ages (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Sunday November 14, 2010 | ||
| 3:00 pm | Tales of the White-tail We see them everywhere we go: on the way to work, in our yards and even on vacation. What are they? White-tail Deer. Join a naturalist on Sunday November 14 at 3 pm at the Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road in Meridian Township, for a program and a guided walk to learn more about these beautiful creatures. The fee for this program is $3/ person or $7/ family due at the time of the program. For more information contact us at 349-3866 or harriscenter@sbcglobal.net. (more) Harris Nature Center (3998 Van Atta Road Okemos, MI) Map Press Release Email Add This Event | |
| Monday November 15, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Toddler Storytime (Ages 2-3) This storytime series for ages 2-3 runs on Mondays through Dec. 6. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 2:00 pm | Preschool Storytime (Ages 3½-6) Stories for ages 3½-6; meets on Mondays through Dec. 6. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 4:00 pm | Kids Reading to Dogs Come in anytime between 4-5 pm and read to a registered therapy dog. Children of all ages are welcome. Event Type: Families & Kids. Ages: All Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 3:30-5:30. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 4-6 pm. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Tuesday November 16, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Preschool & Up Storytime (Ages 3½-6) Stories for ages 3½-6; meets on Tuesdays through Dec. 7. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 4:00 pm | After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 3:30-5:30. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 4:30 pm | Preschool Storytime (Ages 3 & up) Stories for ages 3 & up; meets on Tuesdays through Dec. 7. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Wednesday November 17, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Toddler Storytime (Ages 2-3) This storytime series for ages 2-3 runs on Wednesdays through Dec. 8. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 12:00 pm | ESOL Reading Group Practice your English reading and speaking skills by reading books and short stories aloud. This program is for high beginners to intermediate readers. Event Type: Citizenship & ESOL. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 3:00 pm | Baby Storytime (Ages 0-2) This storytime series for ages 0-2 runs on Wednesdays through Dec. 8. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 4:00 pm | Okemos Networking Group Join other unemployed professionals at this free biweekly event to network, gain job leads and exchange ideas. Meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month. In partnership with Capital Area Michigan Works. Event Type: Business Finance & Careers. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 6:30 pm | Evening Storytime (All ages) Evening Storytimes feature stories, songs, and activities for little ones, with a new theme each month. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children, All Children, All Ages (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Thursday November 18, 2010 | ||
| 10:00 am | Chipmunk Story Time: "Sleepy Time" Join Chicory Chipmunk at the Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road, in Meridian Township once a month for nature stories followed by games or a walk. The programs are open to preschool and elementary children. The next story time, "Sleepy Time" is Thursday, November 18 at 10 am. The fee is $3/ child and is due at the time of the program. Contact us at 517-349-3866 or harriscenter@sbcglobal.net with questions or to register your child. (more) Harris Nature Center (3998 Van Atta Road Okemos, MI) Map Press Release Email Add This Event | |
| 10:30 am | Toddler Storytime (Ages 2-3) This storytime series for ages 2-3 runs on Thursdays through Dec. 9 (skip Nov. 11 & Nov. 25). Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 12:00 pm | Okemos Book Group Titles TBD Event Type: Book Discussions. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 2:00 pm | Downloading Electronic Audiobooks Workshop* Learn how to download ebooks to your PC and portable device. Participants are encouraged to bring their eReaders. Event Type: Tech Corner. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 4:00 pm | After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 4-6 pm. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 6:30 pm | Film Movement Series (Adults & mature teens) View a recently released, award-winning, foreign or independent film. This month: Alamar (Mexico) Event Type: Movies Music & Art. Ages: Adults, Teens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Friday November 19, 2010 | ||
| 8:00 am | Semi Annual Business Breakfast and Seminar* Breakfast is served at 8 a.m., followed by the program at 8:30. Jeffrey Smith of the Technology and Innovation Center will discuss the T.I.C.s role in helping local businesses and in turn creating a stronger local economy. Breakfast is provided by our co-sponsor, the Meridian Area Business Association. The program is free but registration is required. Event Type: Business Finance & Careers. Ages: Adults (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 7:00 pm | Howl at the Moon Bring your best friend (2-footed or 4-footed) to the Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road for a guided hike through the moonlit woods on Friday, November 19 at 7 pm. Dogs must be on non-retractable leashes. Flashlights are permitted but not a necessity. The fee for this program is $3/ person due at the time of the walk. For more information, contact us at 517-349-3866 or harriscenter@sbcglobal.net. (more) Harris Nature Center (3998 Van Atta Road Okemos, MI) Map Press Release Email Add This Event | |
| Saturday November 20, 2010 | ||
| 10:00 am | Webelos Cub Scout Badge Workshop: "Naturalist" The Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road, has badge programs for Girl Scouts, Brownies and Cub Scouts. This is an opportunity for scouts to earn their outdoor badges from the professional staff at the Harris Nature Center. They may enroll as individuals or as a troop or den. The next workshop is "Naturalist" for Webelos Cub Scouts on Saturday November 20 at 10 am or 1 pm. The fee is $4.50 per scout. Call 517-349-3866 to register or request a brochure listing all the workshop dates. Repeats at 1 pm (more) Harris Nature Center (3998 Van Atta Road Okemos, MI) Map Press Release Email Add This Event | |
| 11:00 am | First Aid Training For Outings Leaders Basic First Aid certification and Outdoor Leadership Training 101 (OLT 101) are required for all outings leaders by the National Sierra Club. Outdoor Leadership Training 201 (OLT 201) and CPR are required for more advanced outings leaders that lead outings that are more than an hour's hike away from the car. Lunch included. Taught by Cheryl McConnell. Deadline for registration: October 20th. Cost: $35.00 each. (more) State of Michigan: Ralph MacMullen Conference Center (104 Conservation Drive Roscommon, MI) Map Email Add This Event |
| Monday November 22, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Toddler Storytime (Ages 2-3) This storytime series for ages 2-3 runs on Mondays through Dec. 6. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 2:00 pm | Preschool Storytime (Ages 3½-6) Stories for ages 3½-6; meets on Mondays through Dec. 6. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 4:00 pm | After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 4-6 pm. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Tuesday November 23, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Preschool & Up Storytime (Ages 3½-6) Stories for ages 3½-6; meets on Tuesdays through Dec. 7. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 4:30 pm | Preschool Storytime (Ages 3 & up) Stories for ages 3 & up; meets on Tuesdays through Dec. 7. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Wednesday November 24, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Toddler Storytime (Ages 2-3) This storytime series for ages 2-3 runs on Wednesdays through Dec. 8. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 3:00 pm | Baby Storytime (Ages 0-2) This storytime series for ages 0-2 runs on Wednesdays through Dec. 8. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Thursday November 25, 2010 | ||
| 4:00 pm | After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 4-6 pm. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| Monday November 29, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Toddler Storytime (Ages 2-3) This storytime series for ages 2-3 runs on Mondays through Dec. 6. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 2:00 pm | Preschool Storytime (Ages 3½-6) Stories for ages 3½-6; meets on Mondays through Dec. 6. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| 4:00 pm | After School Tutoring (Grades K-12) Free drop-in homework help for any subject in grades K-12. Runs from 4-6 pm. Event Type: Families & Kids, Services & Outreach. Ages: Elementary Age Children, Tweens (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Tuesday November 30, 2010 | ||
| 10:30 am | Preschool & Up Storytime (Ages 3½-6) Stories for ages 3½-6; meets on Tuesdays through Dec. 7. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event | |
| 4:30 pm | Preschool Storytime (Ages 3 & up) Stories for ages 3 & up; meets on Tuesdays through Dec. 7. Event Type: Storytimes. Ages: Young Children (more) Okemos Library (4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, ) Map Add This Event |
| Saturday December 4, 2010 | ||
| 1:00 pm | Walking Club Walk: Hillbrook Park Walk your way to strong bones, toned muscles and a healthy heart! The Harris Nature Center has organized a Walking Club that meets once a month at a different park for a guided walk. All Walking Club guided walks and other guided walks at the Harris Nature Center are included. Drop-in walkers are welcome for $3/person/walk. The next walk is December 4 at 1 pm at Hillbrook Park. Contact us: harriscenter@sbcglobal.net or 517-349-3866. (more) Hillbrook Park (1747 Lake Lansing Road Haslett, MI) Map Press Release Email Add This Event | |
| Thursday December 16, 2010 | ||
| 10:00 am | Chipmunk Story Time: "Welcome Winter" Join Chicory Chipmunk at the Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road, in Meridian Township once a month for nature stories followed by games or a walk. The programs are open to preschool and elementary children. The next story time, "Welcome Winter" is Thursday, December 16 at 10 am. The fee is $3/ child and is due at the time of the program. Contact us at 517-349-3866 or harriscenter@sbcglobal.net with questions or to register your child. (more) Harris Nature Center (3998 Van Atta Road Okemos, MI) Map Press Release Email Add This Event | |
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