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HAPPY MAY
FROM YOUR LIBRARIES IN
LUDINGTON & SCOTTVILLE
May is here! Exciting things are happening at MCDL and the Keith Wilson Children's Center in Ludington! Visit us for a peek, as we near completion. And, check out all the programs available at both Ludington and Scottville libraries and all the great services and resources available online for adults and for kids.
Don't have time to come to the library? MCDL's collection of downloadable eBooks, audiobooks, music and videos continues to grow. Check out all the new titles at www.MCDLibrary.org/upnorth. Email librarian@MCDLibrary.org and ask to be added to the NEW ONLINE TITLE LIST to get first notice when new items are added to our digital collection. Downloadable audiobooks and eBooks from the Library's digital collection are compatible with computers, Nooks, Kindles, iPads, many audio devices and Apple and Android mobile devices.
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NEW BOOKS AT VIDEOS AT MCDL
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The Keith Wilson Children's Center Will be Dedicated Friday, May 18!
Construction of the new Keith Wilson Children's Center is just weeks from completion. The library staff and construction crew are working to improve nearly every part of the library - bear with us as we get organized. When everything is finished, the Keith Wilson Children's Center will add over 5300 sq.ft to the library with a new children's library, The West Shore Bank Room, the Craig R. Rasmussen Activity Area, the House of Flavors young adult area and lots more. We will dedicate this long-awaited addition throughout the afternoon, Friday, May 18, with refreshments and crafts for kids. The day will conclude with a ceremony for the public at 5:00 pm.
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Scottville Family Craft
The Family Fun Craft series at Scottville Library continues Tuesday, May 1 - and the 1st Tuesday of each month - with a Mother's Day trivet. Families are invited to drop in any time between 3:00 and 5:30 pm. |
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Discovery Club
Students in 2nd Grade and older are invited to explore our world with retired teacher, Kathy Radtke, Wednesday, May 2, 4:00 pm at Ludington Library. This month, Pets and People! Learn about safe and fun ways to interact with pets to keep them happy and healthy.
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Block Party Saturdays
Children and their families are invited to a Block Party using Lego brand bricks every Saturday, 1:00 to 4:00 pm, at Ludington Library. Blocks will be provided by the library. Children under age 3 are NOT invited to this event - there are many, many small parts that could be ingested. |
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All Hands on Tech Club
for Middle Schoolers
Middle Schoolers are invited to join the All Hands on Tech Club Wednesdays and Thursdays 3:30 pm at Ludington Library. Members can innovate with Hand-Held Video Games, eReaders, tablets, and more. You must be in 6th grade or older, have Internet permission and a Library account in good standing.
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Dig into Digital Mondays at the Library
Ludington Library continues to offer one-on-one instruction on using eReaders and audio devices with Library materials. Drop in Mondays any time between 10:00 am and 5:30 pm at Ludington Library to test drive top-selling devices and learn how to use the Library's FREE downloadable collection.
If you already have a device and are looking for assistance, please bring a laptop, if able, and the USB cable to connect it to a computer.
Questions? Call (231) 843-8465 or email rradtke@MCDLibrary.org
Access the Library's digital collection online at MCDLibrary.org/upnorth
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Check out this NEW Service at your Library
Transparent Online Languages
This online language-learning service, with over 90 language options including English for speakers of other languages, allows learners to access the system remotely and offers an unprecedented number of learning options.
Transparent Language Online features listening, reading, speaking, and writing exercises, as well as integrated pronunciation analysis, Byki vocabulary acquisition exercises, conversational language courses, video grammar lessons, and a robust social community.
To access Transparent Language, all you'll need is to create a Transparent Language account. Once your account has been created you can access Transparent Language on any computer.
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More Great Services at your Library
Alexander Street Streaming Music
A collection of over 255,000 streaming music recordings - A Capella to Zydeco. Stream to your computer, iPod, iPhone or Android smartphone.
MeLCat
Borrow books & other items from hundreds of Michigan Libraries. Search, select and have your request delivered to your library in Ludington or Scottville for pickup.
Up North Digital Collection
A collection of THOUSANDS of downloadable audiobooks & eBooks. Download your selection to Nooks, Kindles, and many other eReaders, iPhones, iPads & iPods, Android devices and more...
Universal Class
Take advantage of over 500 FREE online courses on wide range of topics, all taught by live instructors. Although not for credit, many courses offer Continuing Education Units for formal educational advancement.
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Weekly Events for Pre-Schoolers
Happy Feet - Music and Movement with Ms Karen -
Ludington - Monday 10AM
Pre-School-K Story Time with Ms Sue -
Ludington - Tuesday & Wednesday 10AM
Pre-School-K Story Time with Ms Tammy -
Ludington - Thursday - 10AM
Pre-School-K Story Time with Ms Robin -
Scottville - Wednesday - 10AM
Family Story Time with Ms Sue -
Ludington - Wednesday - 5:30PM
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After School and Weekend Programs for Kids
Creative Kids - Self-Directed Art, Games & Puzzles -
Ludington - Daily 4PM and Weekends Let's Play - Board Games & Other Fun Activities for Middle Schoolers
with Ms Sheree - Ludington - Monday 3:30PM
Book Club - Reading, Games & Activities with Ms Tammy -
Ludington - Tuesday 4PM
All Hands of Tech - Innovate with Hand-Held Video Games,
eReaders and more for Middle Schoolers -
Ludington - Wednesday and Thursday 3:30PM
Make Your Own... - Express Yourself through Crafts with Ms Karen -
Ludington - Thursday 4PM
Block Party with LegosŪ (ages 3 and older) -
Ludington - Saturday 1-4PM
Book Club - Reading, Games & Activities with Ms Tammy -
Scottville - Wednesday 4PM
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Look ahead to June
Summer Reading Kickoff Party - Friday June 8, 7-9 pm - Registration required -
Call 231-843-8465 for details - Ludington
Pet Safety - Monday June 11, 1 pm - Ludington
Adventureland Puppets - Thursday June 14, 10 am - Scottville
California Dreaming - Monday June 18, 1 pm - Ludington
Meet the Llamas -Monday June 25, 6:30 pm - Ludington |
Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult when
attending any program or using any library service.
ALL Mason County District Library programs are free.
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