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October Greetings
from the
Ludington and Scottville Libraries
Is October really here? Well, the calendar says so, and the days are getting shorter. At the library, we are getting out the scarecrow-making supplies, preparing Halloween-based craft activities, and planning for a Pumpkin Party.
New items are added to our shelves every week. You can browse our website see what has been added. From the Mason County District Library's website link ( Click Here) you can click to view catalog listings new books, new DVDs, and new books on CD.
Did you know that you can reserve an item at either the Ludington or Scottville library right from your computer or tablet? You can also renew a book without ever picking up the phone or stopping in. And the link to get you going... Click Here. If you aren't sure how, give us a call and ask!
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NEW BOOKS & VIDEOS AT MCDL
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Forthcoming Books
Find out which bestselling books will coming in to your Libraries in October. The list is sorted two different ways.
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Author Program - Steve Luxenberg
West Shore Community College proudly presents a reading and discussion with Steve Luxenberg, author of Annie's Ghosts: A Journey Into a Family Secret, on Monday, October 6, 7:30 pm in the West Shore Bank Room at the Ludington Library.
This award-winning nonfiction book-part detective story, part social history, part memoir-revolves around his mother's decision to hide the existence of a sister, Annie, who was institutionalized for 31 years in a Michigan asylum. The Michigan Humanities Council selected this book as "The Great Michigan Read" for 2013-2014.
Join the author Monday, October 6, 7:30 pm in the West Shore Bank Room at the Ludington Library and Monday, October 6, 11:00am, West Shore Community College ASC, Center Stage Theater on campus.
More information can be found by contacting Se�n Henne, WSCC professor of English and Education. 231-843-5859 or [email protected].
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Family Craft in Scottville
Tuesday, October 7, between 3 and 5:30 pm, families are invited to the Scottville Library to make Fabric Pumpkins. Feel free to come in at any point, it is an open activity.
All Mason County District Library programs are free. Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult. This event is made possible by the generous support of the Friends of the Library.
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Adult Craft in Ludington
Tuesday, October 7 at 6:00 pm, crafters are invited to the West Shore Bank Room at Ludington Library to decorate Halloween Jars.
This activity is open to adults only. There is a limit of 20 participants. Please call 843-8465 to register. Supplies are provided at no charge, but donations are appreciated.
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Scarecrow Creating
Mason County District Library will host Scarecrow Creating Friday, October 3, beginning at 4:00 pm and continuing through the weekend (while supplies last) at the Ludington Library.
Young artists are invited to create a scarecrow. All supplies and materials for scarecrows will be provided by the library.
Children under age 8 MUST be accompanied by an ADULT. ALL Mason County District Library events are free of charge.
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Greek Gods Party!
Celebrate Percy Jackson's new book, Greek Gods, at a party on October 15 at 4 pm in Ludington Library's West Shore Bank Room. Join in for games, snacks, and fun!
A publisher in New York asked me to write down what I know about the Greek gods, and I was like, Can we do this anonymously? Because I don't need the Olympians mad at me again. But if it helps you to know your Greek gods, and survive an encounter with them if they ever show up in your face, then I guess writing all this down will be my good deed for the week. -- So begins Percy Jackson's Greek Gods, in which the son of Poseidon adds his own magic--and sarcastic asides--to the classics. (Source: Amazon.com)
Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. ALL Mason County District Library programs are free of charge.
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Children of all ages are invited to a Pumpkin Party at the Mason County District Library in Ludington, Friday, October 24, at 4:00 pm. We will be creating Halloween decorations and doodads. Games and other activities are also planned. There will be a slightly spooky story. Costumes are welcome!
Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult. ALL Mason County District Library programs are free of charge.
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Book Discussion Group - October
Join in with a book discussion group at the Ludington Library! Their next meeting will be Friday, October 17th at 9:30 a.m.
This month's book is "Under a Wide and Starry Night" - a novel by Nancy Horan. The book tells the story of the Scottish writer, Robert Louis Stevenson and his tempestuous American wife Fanny.
Visit or call the Libraries at 231-843-8465 or 231-757-2588 to reserve a copy, or to ask about getting a copy through MeLCat.
If you are interested in joining the Book Discussion Group, or would like more information, please email [email protected] - or ask for details at the Ludington Front Desk. |
Get eBooks, Read Anywhere!
Get Digital Books - Click Here! The "Up North Digital Collection" is the name of our libraries' eBook lending library. If you have not tried borrowing on a tablet or smart phone, now might be the time to start.
Books take up no extra space in your purse or backpack if they are digital! You can borrow up to 5 books at a time for two weeks each. All you need to do is to have an account at Mason County District Library, and know your PIN. Call 231-843-8465 or 231-757-2588 for more information, or email [email protected]
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Author Alerts - Find out First!
Get notified by email or text message when our libraries order new items by your favorite authors or performers.
This new service is easy to sign up for. CLICK HERE to register for this free Author Alert service.
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Digital Book Borrowing Help
Want to read books on your iPad, Nexus tablet, or smart phone? Have you been given a Kindle or a Nook, and want to read library books for FREE? There are thousands of eBooks, audio books, and videos you can borrow from Mason County District Library's Digital Collection. You can also download popular magazines on these digital devices.
Also, Zinio is available for digital magazine lending. Most of the popular magazines are available, for free, to checkout and read. You can either read on your computer, or download and read with an app. All magazines are the full cover-to-cover issue that would be available on a newsstand. Free downloadable apps are available for most digital devices, provide a smooth user interface for reading. Learn how! The Ludington Library offers one-on-one instruction - just you and your device - with Lisa, our digital expert. Come on in on Saturdays any time between 12:00 noon and 4:30 pm. Bring your digital device for one-on-one help, and please make sure to have it charged. Also helpful - know your Amazon account login if you have a Kindle, and have your email address handy. If you are in the Scottville area, Chris is also available for digital help on Wednesday evenings between 3:30 and 7:30 pm. Questions? Call (231) 843-8465 or email [email protected] Access the Library's digital collection online at www,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 1:00 pm and 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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Weekly Events for Pre-Schoolers
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, & Friday 4 - 5:30 pm
& Saturday, 9:30 am - 2:30 pm
Games Galore - Board & Video Games and More -
Ludington - Wednesday, 4 - 5:30 pm
Fun Club - Reading, Games & Activities with Ms Leona -
Ludington - Thursday 4 pm
Block Party with Legos� (ages 3 and older) -
Ludington - Saturday 1 - 4 pm
Fun 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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Borrowing Services, Legal Forms, and Local News Searching
- Available 24/7 through your 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.
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/Tenant, Deeds, Power of Attorney, Bankruptcy and more.
1998 to Present Find full-text articles on local news, issues, events, people and much more from current and archived 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.
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Great Digital Services available 24/7, from anywhere, through your Library
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...
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 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.
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.
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.
Take courses from AromaTherapy to Wedding Planning 101
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Looking ahead to November
Discovery Club in Ludington on the first Wednesday
Family Craft in Scottville on the first Tuesday
Adult Craft in Ludington on the first Tuesday
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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.
Ludington Library: (231) 843-8465
Scottville Library: (231) 757-2588
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