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Black Tie Gala!
A Night In The Stacks
A Night In The Stacks
Join us for a black tie gala featuring a tapas-style menu, open bar, and live music performed by Chris Emmerson.

A silent auction includes exclusive access to Books on the Lake and after-hours experiences in the library such as a catered Super Bowl Party, a Red Carpet Book Club package, and children's birthday parties.

At 10 o'clock the K-Line Trolley will make a dedicated stop at the corner of Kercheval and Fisher to take guests to Red Crown for an afterglow. Bartenders will be serving a new signature craft cocktail created just for this event called "The Bookend".

Saturday, September 26
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Central Library - Purchase tickets here
Explore the Metro Area
Best Bike Rides Join us for a slide presentation on biking in southeastern Michigan from author and cycling enthusiast Rob Pulcipher. Cyclists and non-cyclists are welcome. Rob is an amateur photographer as well and his beautiful slides will take us on a journey off the beaten path.

Tuesday, September 15
7:30pm
Ewald Branch
Register here
Reading is Fun!
Story Time Bears
Fall Story Time
September 14 - November 19 
Baby Time - Stories, songs and activities for ages birth to 23 months, with parent or caregiver.  Please make arrangements for older children.
Toddler Time - Stories, songs and activities for ages 2 - 3 1/2 years old, with parent or caregiver.  Please make arrangements for older children.
Story Time - Designed for children 2 - 5 years old, but everyone is welcome to attend.  Parent or caregiver must remain in the building.
 
MONDAY


Baby Time
Ewald
10:30am
TUESDAY


Toddler Time
Woods
9:30am
Baby Time
Woods
10:30am
Story Time
Ewald
10:30am
Story Time
Ewald
1:00pm
WEDNESDAY


Baby Time
Woods
9:30am
Story Time
Woods
10:30am
Story Time
Woods
1:00pm
THURSDAY


Baby Time
Central
9:30am
Story Time
Central
10:30am
Story Time
Central
1:00pm
Authors To The Pointe
Grosse Pointe Public Library Presents 
Authors to the Pointe
Sponsored by The Friends of the Grosse Pointe Public Library
Featuring Bestselling Authors of Historical Fiction
Melanie Benjamin - Jenna Blum - Pam Jenoff 
Please join us for a traditional tea,
author presentations, and book signings.
 
Saturday, November 14, 2015 
1:00 to 5:00 pm
Edsel & Eleanor Ford House
$30 per Person
Tickets on sale Monday, October 19, 2015, at Central Library.
Fun For Kids!
raccoon
Some animals migrate, some hibernate and some stay here and stay active during our cold Michigan winters. Discover which animals do what and why as a part of this hands-on, interactive, educational and fun program.

Monday, September 21
7:00pm
Ewald Branch
Register here
Doctor D.
Doctor D.
The "Plush" Doctor
Dr. D, the "Plush" Doctor,
will be lending her services to the community.  If you have a stuffed buddy that needs some TLC,
Dr. D. is the one to see. She provides intensive care and repair to your intensively loved bear (or any other stuffed animal)!

The Doctor Will Be In: 
Sunday, September 27 
Sunday, November 22 
1:30pm - 3:30pm 
1:30pm - 3:30pm 
Central Library 
Woods Branch 
No registration required
Costume Sale
The Friends of GPPL are having their Annual Used Halloween Costume Sale.
Donate your gently used costumes (infant to teen), donation boxes are located at each branch.
Sale will be held in the Woods Program Room on
Saturday, October 3, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Sunday, October 4, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Spooky Magic
Baffling Bill the Magician presents
"Spooky Magic"
This Halloween Magic Show features an array of spooky tricks for fun and laughs.  The show includes live animals, audience participation, and large illusions.
See ghosts and spooks magically appear!
See a drawing of Frankenstein come to life and sing!
See Halloween safety tips uniquely presented with magical effects!

Tuesday, October 6
7:00pm
Ewald Branch
Register here
(registration begins Tuesday, September 15, 2015) 

Book Discussions
The DinnerJoin us as we read, enjoy and discuss literature. Our book is The Dinner by Herman Koch.  Copies are available at the front desk at Woods Branch.

Tuesday, September 15
7:00pm
Woods Branch
Register here
Border Crossings
Border Crossings
Presented by AAUW and The Friends of the Grosse Pointe Public Library
Author and GPPL Librarian, Sandra Novacek, will discuss Border Crossings: Coming of Age in the Czech Resistance and her "adventure" in self-publishing.

Wednesday, September 23
7:00pm
Woods Branch
Register here 
Euphoria
Woods 4th Monday
Book Discussion 
Come join our book discussion group to challenge your mind and make new friends.

Euphoria by Lily King
Monday, September 28
1:30pm
Woods Branch
Register here

 Rule Against MurderIf you love mysteries, join us for the Mystery Book Discussion. Our book is A Rule Against Murder by Louise Penny. Copies are available at the front desk at the Woods Branch.

Tuesday, September 29
7:00pm
Woods Branch
Register here
Senior Coffeehouse
Senior Coffee House
Coffee, light refreshments and good conversation. Talk about your favorite recent reads, pick up tips on what to read next. Relaxed, coffeehouse atmosphere. No registration required, just drop in and enjoy!

Wednesday, September 30
2:30pm
Ewald Branch
No registration required
Go Set A Watchman
The Friends are sponsoring a discussion on Harper Lee's controversial new novel, Go Set A Watchman. Panelists include: Oakland University Professors Alison Powell and Erin Dwyer along with Keith Taylor, the A.L.Becker Collegiate Lecturer in English from the University of Michigan.

Thursday, October 8
7:00pm
Woods Branch
Register here

Station Eleven
The Great Michigan Read
Join us as we discuss The Great Michigan Read: Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel.
Station Eleven is set in a world turned upside down, but is ultimately an exploration of people surviving and remaking their lives by preserving the qualities that make us human: culture, art, and the humanities.- from the Michigan Humanities Council

Tuesday, October 13
7:00pm
Woods Branch
Register here
Fun For Adults!
peach-roses-bunch.jpgJoin us for our popular flower craft.
In this one we'll use coffee filters.

Wednesday, September 16
1:00pm
Ewald Branch
Register here
Ballroom DancingAttending a wedding or other special event? Want to brush up on your dancing skills? Never had the opportunity to learn? Here is your chance!!!! Come learn the basics of ballroom dancing.
Please wear comfortable clothes and shoes.

Thursday, September 17
6:00pm
Ewald Branch 
Register here
In This Issue
Thursdays at
the Library
Discontinued - Thursdays At
The Library
Due to lack of interest,
"Thursdays At The Library",
a free shuttle service to the Woods Branch for people aged 60 years and older, has been discontinued.
Family Movie Nights
Princess Crown
Family Movie Nights
The Princess Series
Bring your blanket and pillow and enjoy an animated favorite.
No registration required.

The Little Mermaid

Monday, September 28
6:00pm
Ewald Branch

Aladdin
Monday, October 26
6:00pm
Ewald Branch

Pocahontas
Monday, November 30
6:00pm
Ewald Branch

Tuesday Night At The Movies
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Tuesday, September 22
7:00pm
Woods Branch
Register here
Huge Book Sale
Books
Friends Used
Book Sale

Thursday, October 15
10:00am - 8:00pm*
*10:00am - 11:00am Friends of the GPPL members only: Non-Members may join at the door
 
Friday, October 16
10:00am - 4:00pm
 
Saturday, October 17
10:00am - 2:00pm
$5 Bag Day
 
Ewald Branch
15175 E. Jefferson
Grosse Pointe Park
Adult Craft
Basket Weaving
Instructor Amy Jorgensen of Woven Treasures presents:
Mini Wine Bottle
 Basket Weaving
A great beginner basket that speaks for itself!
Wednesday, September 23
1:00pm
Ewald Branch

A $10 fee for materials to be paid at the start of  program

Lego Club
Lego Club
Drop in and
build with legos!
This is a great way to get together with old friends and meet new ones.
We supply the legos, you bring the creativity!
This group is best suited for children in elementary school and older.

Wednesday, October 7
Wednesday, November 4
Wednesday, December 2
4:00pm
Ewald Branch
No registration required
Mommy Pop-Ins
Mommy Pop-Ins
Mommy Pop-Ins
Bring your coffee, meet other parents and grandparents while your tots play and interact with each other. This is a free play time where we provide the toys and materials and you supervise.

Every Thursday
10:00am - Noon
Woods Branch
No registration required
Friends of
the GPPL
Friends
Down Under
Book Store
Operated by  
Friends of the GPPL. 
Store Hours: 
Tuesday 6pm - 8pm 
Saturday Noon - 4pm 
Location:  
Woods Branch
Lower Level
Friends Day
On the first Thursday of each month DVD, Blu-ray & video game rentals at the Library are FREE to Friends members. At checkout, present your library card with your Friends membership sticker on it.
Library Info
Hours & Locations
Central Library
10 Kercheval
313-343-2074
Mon.-Thurs. 9am-9pm
Fri. & Sat. 9am-5pm
Sun. 1pm-5pm*

Ewald Branch
15175 E. Jefferson
313-821-8830
Mon.-Thurs. 10am-9pm
Fri. & Sat. 10am-5pm
Sun. Closed

Woods Branch
20680 Mack
313-343-2072
Mon.-Thurs. 10am-9pm
Fri. & Sat. 10am-5pm
Sun. 1pm-5pm*

*Sunday hours resume on September 13, 2015
Board Meetings
All Board of Trustee meetings are held the fourth Thursday
of each month.
They are open to the public & begin at 7:00pm at the
Ewald Branch
15175 E. Jefferson Ave.
Grosse Pointe Park

Upcoming Meeting Dates 
September 24, 2015
October 22, 2015
November 19, 2015*

*Third Thursday