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WELCOMING IN OCTOBER
WITH YOUR LIBRARIES IN
LUDINGTON & SCOTTVILLE
Fall is underway, with football games, leaves turning color, and shorter days. Need a good book to curl up with? Come on over to check the new titles that are arriving every day. You can also see what's new by going to the Library's website at http://www.MCDLibrary.org. DVDs, audio-books, magazines, and reference books are also available, as well as electronic materials. Our libraries are here to provide you with great reading, entertainment, information and education. There are plenty of resources and programs available at both Ludington and Scottville libraries for all ages to join in.
Lots of new books for adults, young adults, and children, plus DVDs for all ages, have been added to the shelves by your libraries. Click the 'NEW BOOK ALERTS' below to see just some of the new books and DVDs the library offers. Visit the library and check them out or go online to reserve them. Don't have time to come to the library? MCDL's collection of downloadable eBooks, audio-books, music and videos continues to grow. You can use your smart phone, Android tablet, iPad, or other eReader to borrow and read through the library's UpNorth Digital Collection. And if you love magazines then read your favorite titles (over 70) available at Zinio - with no check out or return. You just download and read - FREE. Need help with the electronic device? See the "Digital Saturdays" article below. Someone can help walk you through the "how-to" and help you enjoy digital borrowing.
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NEW BOOKS & VIDEOS AT MCDL
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Plant a seed, grow a library!
 Order spring bulbs at the Mason County District Libraries in Ludington and Scottville and help raise funds for your library. Plants will be delivered directly to your home by October 31. Order forms are available at the libraries in Ludington and Scottville. Deadline to order is Saturday, October 12.
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Family Craft Time in Scottville
Looking for a fun activity to do with the whole family? Come in to the Scottville Library Tuesday, October 1, from 3-5:30 pm. To help celebrate Halloween, the craft will be Tin Can Mummy Vases. The whole family is invited for a fun filled crafting good time. All supplies are provided. Snacks and refreshments are served. It's a good time for all. Please call 231-757-2588 if you have questions.
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Adult Craft in Ludington
 Tuesday, October 1 at 6:00 pm, crafters are invited to the West Shore Bank Room at Ludington Library to create roses using autumn leaves. This activity is open to adults only. There is a limit of 20 participants. Supplies are provided at no charge, but donations are appreciated. |
Book Discussion Group - October
A book discussion group meets at the Ludington Library, on the 3rd Friday of each month, at 9:30 am. The next meeting will be Friday, October 18th.  This month's book is a historical fiction: "The Light Between the Oceans" by M.L. Stedman. Visit or call the Libraries at 231-843-8465 or 231-757-2588 to reserve a copy.
If you are interested in joining, or would like more information, please email librarian@MCDLibrary.org - or ask for details at the Ludington Front Desk.
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Discovery Club
 Discovery Club at the Ludington Library is back, starting Wednesday, October 2 at 4 pm. The theme for the 2013-2014 school year is Discovering Michigan. October is Michigan Lighthouses. Children in grades 2-5 are invited to examine replicas of some of the best known MI lighthouses, learn about life as a lighthouse keeper, and build a model of the Big Sable Point Lighthouse with a working light. Snacks are provided. Please call 231-843-8465 if you have questions. |
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Pumpkin Party
Mason County District Library invites you to a Pumpkin Party on Thursday, October 24, at 4 pm in the Ludington Library. Children under age 8 MUST be accompanied by an ADULT. ALL Mason County District Library events are free of charge. Come in costume and have some spooky fun!
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Downtown Trick or Treat
Children of all ages are invited to a pre-parade party at the Mason County District Library in Ludington, Saturday, October 26, 12:00 - 2:00 pm. There will be hot chocolate and a craft. And don't forget to pick up your treat! The parade lineup begins at 2:00 pm across Ludington Avenue from the Library. Downtown Trick or Treat is from 3:00 to 5:00 pm. Then wrap up your trick or treating by coming back to the library at 5:00 pm for a movie - "It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown." ALL Mason County District Library programs are free of charge. Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Get Your Free Pass into MI Big Green Gym!
Thanks to support from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and the Library of  Michigan, FREE passes into MI Big Green Gym are available through nearly 500 libraries around Michigan. More than 100 state parks are available for you to explore - many offering free Rec 101 programs. Choose your state park by visiting the Michigan DNR Parks and Trails Directory!
Passes are valid for seven days after check-out and are good for one free day into any state park or recreation area, or at the KLR Splashpad in Oxford Township, a universally accessible facility that is a hit with kids of all ages and abilities.
Get your FREE pass at your Ludington or Scottville Library today!
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Dig into Digital at the Libraries
The Library continues to offer one-on-one instruction on using eReaders and audio devices with Library materials. Drop in Saturdays any time between 12:00 noon and 4:30 pm at Ludington Library to test drive top-selling devices and learn how to use the Library's FREE downloadable collection.
If you are in the Scottville area, Chris is also available for digital help on Wednesday evenings between 5:30 and 7:30.
If you already have a device and are looking for assistance, please bring a laptop, if possible, and the USB cable to connect your device to a computer.
Questions? Call (231) 843-8465 or email LDains@MCDLibrary.org
Access the Library's digital collection online at MCDLibrary.org/upnorth
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Block Party Saturdays
Children and their families are invited to a Block Party using Lego brand bricks every Saturday between 10:00 am and 1:00 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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Great Services available 24/7, from anywhere, through your Library
Alexander Street Streaming Music
A collection of over 255,000 streaming music recordings - A Capella to Zydeco. Collections include Classical Music, World Music and American Traditional and Folk Music.
Stream to your computer, iPod, iPhone or Android smartphone.
IndieFlix
Get unlimited access to thousands of streaming film-festival hits, including the best of Sundance, Cannes, Tribeca, and more. IndieFlix is available on Apple®, Android™, and all Internet enabled devices. Patrons can also watch on Roku.
Gale Legal Forms
Thousands of legal forms available with more forms being added daily. Official, State Specific, Federal, Business, Personal, Real Estate and General forms covering hundreds of legal subjects and issues including; Wills & Estates, Real Estate, Divorce, LLC & Incorporations, Name Change, Landlord/Tennant, Deeds, Power of Attorney, Bankruptcy and more.
Ludington Daily News Archives
1998 to Present
Find full-text articles on local news, issues, events, people and mucn more from current andarchived issues of the Ludington Daily News. Updated daily, it includes obituaries, editorials,announcements, sports, real estate and other sections.
Access it for Free through the library.
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.
SigningSavvy
Learn American Sign Language in FREE interactive online lessons. All you need is your MCDL registration number. Use Signing Savvy in a variety of ways to practice your sign language skills.
A collection of THOUSANDS of downloadable audiobooks & eBooks including
all Project Gutenberg public domain titles that are always available and do not count within the check-out limit. Download your selection to Nooks, Kindles, and many other eReaders, iPhones, iPads & iPods, Android devices and more...
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.
Take courses from AromaTherapy to Wedding Planning 101
A language-learning service, with over 90 language options including
English for speakers of other languages.
A collection of 80+ popular and specialty electronic magazines from Zinio, the world's largest digital newsstand. Read selections on a computer, Kindle, or Apple or Android mobile devices.
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Weekly Events for Pre-Schoolers
Pre-School-K: Happy Feet with Ms Karen -
Ludington - Monday 10 am
Pre-School-K: Story Time with Ms Sue - Ludington - Tuesday & Wednesday 10 am
Pre-School-K: Story Time with Ms Tammy -
Ludington - Thursday - 10 am
Pre-School-K: Story Time with Ms Robin -
Scottville - Wednesday - 10 am
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Weekly Programs for Kids
Creative Kids - Express Yourself through Crafts -
Ludington - Monday, Tuesday & Thursday, 4 - 5:30 pm
Saturday, 9:30 am - 2:30 pm
Games Galore - Board Games and More -
Ludington - Wednesday, 4 pm
Book Club - Reading, Games & Activities with Ms Leona -
Ludington - Thursday 4 pm
Block Party with Legos® (ages 3 and older) -
Ludington - Saturday 1 pm - 4 pm
Book Club - Reading, Games & Activities with Ms Leona -
Scottville - Wednesday 4 pm
Don't forget! Self-directed reading, games for all ages, coloring sheets,
our KWCC sailboat, a Thomas and Friends train table,
dollhouse, and costumes are available for fun whenever the Library is open.
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Looking ahead to November
First Tuesday Scottville Craft -Tuesday, November 5, 3:00-5:30pm
Make a Thanksgiving centerpiece
Discovery Club - Ludington - Wednesday, November 6, 4 pm
Christmas Tree Decorating - Ludington - Thursday, November 21, 1 pm
and through the weekend while supplies last
Holiday Parade Open House - Ludington - Saturday, November 30, 5 - 8 pm
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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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