Homeschool Coop
Grand Ledge community churches and the Library are hosting a Community Read and weekly small-group discussions of the book "Waking Up White: and Finding Myself In the Story of Race" by Debby Irving. Copies of the book are reserved at the Grand Ledge Area District Library--ask at the Circulation desk for the Community Read book.
"By sharing her sometimes cringe-worthy struggle to understand racism and racial tensions, Irving offers a fresh perspective on bias, stereotypes, manners, and tolerance. As Irving unpacks her own long-held beliefs about colorblindness, being a good person, and wanting to "help", she reveals how each of these well-intentioned mindsets actually perpetuated her ill-conceived ideas about race."
Discussion groups hosted at GLADL and area churches. Register and reach out to the discussion leader for questions. All dates are in October.
Host: Immanuel Lutheran Church 517 S Clinton St, Grand Ledge, MI 48837
Dates: Wednesday mornings from 10:30-12 in person at the church and via Zoom; Oct. 4th, 11th, 18th and 25th,
Discussion Leaders: Blanche Schaudt & Pastor Chuck Foerster. Please contact the Church with any questions and for Zoom information: office@immanuel-gl.org or 517-627-6310.
Grand Ledge community churches and the Library are hosting a Community Read and weekly small-group discussions of the book "Waking Up White: and Finding Myself In the Story of Race" by Debby Irving. Copies of the book are reserved at the Grand Ledge Area District Library--ask at the Circulation desk for the Community Read book.
"By sharing her sometimes cringe-worthy struggle to understand racism and racial tensions, Irving offers a fresh perspective on bias, stereotypes, manners, and tolerance. As Irving unpacks her own long-held beliefs about colorblindness, being a good person, and wanting to "help", she reveals how each of these well-intentioned mindsets actually perpetuated her ill-conceived ideas about race."
Discussion groups hosted at GLADL and area churches. Register and reach out to the discussion leader for questions. All dates are in October.
Host: Immanuel Lutheran Church 517 S Clinton St, Grand Ledge, MI 48837
Dates: Wednesday mornings from 10:30-12 in person at the church and via Zoom; Oct. 4th, 11th, 18th and 25th,
Discussion Leaders: Blanche Schaudt & Pastor Chuck Foerster. Please contact the Church with any questions and for Zoom information: office@immanuel-gl.org or 517-627-6310.
First Congregational Churches is a host location for the Community Read and weekly small-group discussions of "Waking Up White: and Finding Myself In the Story of Race" by Debby Irving. Copies of the book are reserved at the Grand Ledge Area District Library. Please ask at the Circulation desk for the Community Read book.
"By sharing her sometimes cringe-worthy struggle to understand racism and racial tensions, Irving offers a fresh perspective on bias, stereotypes, manners, and tolerance. As Irving unpacks her own long-held beliefs about colorblindness, being a good person, and wanting to "help", she reveals how each of these well-intentioned mindsets actually perpetuated her ill-conceived ideas about race."
Discussion groups hosted at GLADL and area churches. Register by the location you wish to attend and reach out to the discussion leader for questions. All dates are in October.
First Congregational Churches is a host location for the Community Read and weekly small-group discussions of "Waking Up White: and Finding Myself In the Story of Race" by Debby Irving. Copies of the book are reserved at the Grand Ledge Area District Library. Please ask at the Circulation desk for the Community Read book.
"By sharing her sometimes cringe-worthy struggle to understand racism and racial tensions, Irving offers a fresh perspective on bias, stereotypes, manners, and tolerance. As Irving unpacks her own long-held beliefs about colorblindness, being a good person, and wanting to "help", she reveals how each of these well-intentioned mindsets actually perpetuated her ill-conceived ideas about race."
Discussion groups hosted at GLADL and area churches. Register by the location you wish to attend and reach out to the discussion leader for questions. All dates are in October.
Grand Ledge Food Bank always needs donations of the following:
Grand Ledge Food Bank always needs donations of the following:
Free educational seminar open to the public on Social Security
Free educational seminar open to the public on Social Security
2023 brings another year of Library of Michigan programs that are available for members of the public. A complete list is available on the Library of Michigan's website at Michigan.gov/LMPublicPrograms. All programs will be virtual this year through Zoom and registration is required. Each session will take place on the first Thursday of each month at 6:30PM. The first program will cover how to use the Ancestry.com Library Edition database.
Thursday, October 5, 2023 6:30PM - 7:30PM, Zoom
Register For This Program
MyHeritage Library Edition is a family history database available through the Michigan eLibrary with access to a wide range of historical documents, images, and public records. Discover the fundamentals for navigating MyHeritage and learn key strategies for finding specific records within its collections.
For questions, please contact the Library of Michigan at Librarian@Michigan.gov or 517-335-1477.
2023 brings another year of Library of Michigan programs that are available for members of the public. A complete list is available on the Library of Michigan's website at Michigan.gov/LMPublicPrograms. All programs will be virtual this year through Zoom and registration is required. Each session will take place on the first Thursday of each month at 6:30PM. The first program will cover how to use the Ancestry.com Library Edition database.
Thursday, October 5, 2023 6:30PM - 7:30PM, Zoom
Register For This Program
MyHeritage Library Edition is a family history database available through the Michigan eLibrary with access to a wide range of historical documents, images, and public records. Discover the fundamentals for navigating MyHeritage and learn key strategies for finding specific records within its collections.
For questions, please contact the Library of Michigan at Librarian@Michigan.gov or 517-335-1477.
Lecture & discussion series examines timely topics to illuminate differing points of view without bias. Offered in hybrid in-person/Zoom presentation style as follows:
Zoom link: https://bit.ly/CairnsAndBeacons
Presented by Cairns & Beacon Lectures, hosted by multiple libraries, and supported by a grant from Michigan Humanities. More Information
Lecture & discussion series examines timely topics to illuminate differing points of view without bias. Offered in hybrid in-person/Zoom presentation style as follows:
Zoom link: https://bit.ly/CairnsAndBeacons
Presented by Cairns & Beacon Lectures, hosted by multiple libraries, and supported by a grant from Michigan Humanities. More Information
Flying Bat Puppet!
Families can make a fun craft or flex their science muscles at home with our Take Home Craft kits. Each Take-Home Craft kit comes with a set of supplies and instructions. On-line instructions gladl.org/libraryofthings Please note: Some crafts may need materials (scissors, tape, etc.) typically found at home. Kits also include suggested books and other library materials related to the craft. Take Home Craft Kits are available first come, first serve and are made possible by a Community Education Grant from Walmart.
Flying Bat Puppet!
Families can make a fun craft or flex their science muscles at home with our Take Home Craft kits. Each Take-Home Craft kit comes with a set of supplies and instructions. On-line instructions gladl.org/libraryofthings Please note: Some crafts may need materials (scissors, tape, etc.) typically found at home. Kits also include suggested books and other library materials related to the craft. Take Home Craft Kits are available first come, first serve and are made possible by a Community Education Grant from Walmart.
Love playing Dungeons & Dragons? Want to learn how to play? Join the campaign afterschool on Fridays! No experience necessary!
Recommend Ages: 10-16 yrs old.
Love playing Dungeons & Dragons? Want to learn how to play? Join the campaign afterschool on Fridays! No experience necessary!
Recommend Ages: 10-16 yrs old.
Get ready for the coming Solar Eclipses: the annular eclipse October 14, and the TOTAL Eclipse April 8, 2024 during our Pre Solar Eclipse Fest! Learn about the wonders of the sky including what creates an eclipse with a visit inside the MSU portable planetarium, see a real meteorite from their collection, create an eclipse craft and pick up a pair of FREE Eclipse glasses for safe eclipse viewing too!
Recommended Ages: 3+
Get ready for the coming Solar Eclipses: the annular eclipse October 14, and the TOTAL Eclipse April 8, 2024 during our Pre Solar Eclipse Fest! Learn about the wonders of the sky including what creates an eclipse with a visit inside the MSU portable planetarium, see a real meteorite from their collection, create an eclipse craft and pick up a pair of FREE Eclipse glasses for safe eclipse viewing too!
Recommended Ages: 3+
Join us to learn techniques of astrophotography, capturing images of the sky! Professional photographer Adrian Bradley will share how to take photographs of stars, planets, the Milky Way--including finding places of the best visibility, despite the light bathing our night skies. Learn how to take clear pictures using fairly standard photographic equipment--even cell phones. If you happen to have a high-powered telescope and a top-of-the-line camera, even better photographs are possible. Adrian will address capturing a solar eclipse on film as well.
Adrian participates in astronomical communities both nationally and in Michigan. He has shared his experience about astrophotography several times for the DPL/WSU Planetarium series.
Photos by Adrian Bradley
Recommended Ages: High School to Adult
Join us to learn techniques of astrophotography, capturing images of the sky! Professional photographer Adrian Bradley will share how to take photographs of stars, planets, the Milky Way--including finding places of the best visibility, despite the light bathing our night skies. Learn how to take clear pictures using fairly standard photographic equipment--even cell phones. If you happen to have a high-powered telescope and a top-of-the-line camera, even better photographs are possible. Adrian will address capturing a solar eclipse on film as well.
Adrian participates in astronomical communities both nationally and in Michigan. He has shared his experience about astrophotography several times for the DPL/WSU Planetarium series.
Photos by Adrian Bradley
Recommended Ages: High School to Adult
What could be more fun than slime? Spider slime! Create a fun batch of slime complete with spiders. Learn a little about chemistry and take your spider slime home with you.
Recommended Ages: 6+
What could be more fun than slime? Spider slime! Create a fun batch of slime complete with spiders. Learn a little about chemistry and take your spider slime home with you.
Recommended Ages: 6+
Children and families will enjoy stories, songs, and literacy- enhancing activities. We'll read stories and talk about them, sing together, learn rhymes and finger plays as we build fine and gross motor skills, learn the conventions and structure of language,and have fun too! Craft activities too. Special guests may include musicians, artists and community guest readers too. Birth to age 6.
Children and families will enjoy stories, songs, and literacy- enhancing activities. We'll read stories and talk about them, sing together, learn rhymes and finger plays as we build fine and gross motor skills, learn the conventions and structure of language,and have fun too! Craft activities too. Special guests may include musicians, artists and community guest readers too. Birth to age 6.
Welcome to Stress Busters!
Everyone has big feelings at times. Children and adolescents who learn to manage those feelings at an earlier age have a big advantage in life. It’s an important skill for growing minds!
Families Forward at Community Mental Health Authority of Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties is offering fun and engaging skills-based groups, meeting right at the Grand Ledge Area District Library. These groups will help youth of all ages learn practical skills to help them manage life stress, improve their social skills, and have fun doing it! New participants are always welcome – come join us! No registration necessary.
Please Note: no sessions on Sept. 19, Oct 31, or Dec. 19.
New! Join us for "Meet & Pizza Treat": Oct. 3, Nov. 7, Dec. 5, Jan 9, Feb 6, Mar 5, April 9 and May 4!
For more information, contact Jody Nelson at 517-346-8094.
Welcome to Stress Busters!
Everyone has big feelings at times. Children and adolescents who learn to manage those feelings at an earlier age have a big advantage in life. It’s an important skill for growing minds!
Families Forward at Community Mental Health Authority of Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties is offering fun and engaging skills-based groups, meeting right at the Grand Ledge Area District Library. These groups will help youth of all ages learn practical skills to help them manage life stress, improve their social skills, and have fun doing it! New participants are always welcome – come join us! No registration necessary.
Please Note: no sessions on Sept. 19, Oct 31, or Dec. 19.
New! Join us for "Meet & Pizza Treat": Oct. 3, Nov. 7, Dec. 5, Jan 9, Feb 6, Mar 5, April 9 and May 4!
For more information, contact Jody Nelson at 517-346-8094.
Come out and join us for an evening of fun and friendly competition. We’ll have our Minecraft server set up and the laptops ready to go -- while we follow safe social distancing procedures. Masks required. No experience needed -- all levels of players/builders welcome. Create your own story in the world of Minecraft!
Recommended Ages: 8-12
Come out and join us for an evening of fun and friendly competition. We’ll have our Minecraft server set up and the laptops ready to go -- while we follow safe social distancing procedures. Masks required. No experience needed -- all levels of players/builders welcome. Create your own story in the world of Minecraft!
Recommended Ages: 8-12
Homeschool Coop
Grand Ledge community churches and the Library are hosting a Community Read and weekly small-group discussions of the book "Waking Up White: and Finding Myself In the Story of Race" by Debby Irving. Copies of the book are reserved at the Grand Ledge Area District Library--ask at the Circulation desk for the Community Read book.
"By sharing her sometimes cringe-worthy struggle to understand racism and racial tensions, Irving offers a fresh perspective on bias, stereotypes, manners, and tolerance. As Irving unpacks her own long-held beliefs about colorblindness, being a good person, and wanting to "help", she reveals how each of these well-intentioned mindsets actually perpetuated her ill-conceived ideas about race."
Discussion groups hosted at GLADL and area churches. Register and reach out to the discussion leader for questions. All dates are in October.
Host: Immanuel Lutheran Church 517 S Clinton St, Grand Ledge, MI 48837
Dates: Wednesday mornings from 10:30-12 in person at the church and via Zoom; Oct. 4th, 11th, 18th and 25th,
Discussion Leaders: Blanche Schaudt & Pastor Chuck Foerster. Please contact the Church with any questions and for Zoom information: office@immanuel-gl.org or 517-627-6310.
Grand Ledge community churches and the Library are hosting a Community Read and weekly small-group discussions of the book "Waking Up White: and Finding Myself In the Story of Race" by Debby Irving. Copies of the book are reserved at the Grand Ledge Area District Library--ask at the Circulation desk for the Community Read book.
"By sharing her sometimes cringe-worthy struggle to understand racism and racial tensions, Irving offers a fresh perspective on bias, stereotypes, manners, and tolerance. As Irving unpacks her own long-held beliefs about colorblindness, being a good person, and wanting to "help", she reveals how each of these well-intentioned mindsets actually perpetuated her ill-conceived ideas about race."
Discussion groups hosted at GLADL and area churches. Register and reach out to the discussion leader for questions. All dates are in October.
Host: Immanuel Lutheran Church 517 S Clinton St, Grand Ledge, MI 48837
Dates: Wednesday mornings from 10:30-12 in person at the church and via Zoom; Oct. 4th, 11th, 18th and 25th,
Discussion Leaders: Blanche Schaudt & Pastor Chuck Foerster. Please contact the Church with any questions and for Zoom information: office@immanuel-gl.org or 517-627-6310.
Drop in "for a spell" with Patrick Harrison, also known as the "Lord of the Gourd", as he carves incredible, wacky, and fun seasonal creations out of squash & pumpkins! Patrick will "cut to the heart" of carving skills as he demonstrates how to "carve out" a spectacular Halloween creation! Be amazed, have fun and get some inspiration for your own pumpkin carvings too!
Recommended Ages: 8 to Adult
Drop in "for a spell" with Patrick Harrison, also known as the "Lord of the Gourd", as he carves incredible, wacky, and fun seasonal creations out of squash & pumpkins! Patrick will "cut to the heart" of carving skills as he demonstrates how to "carve out" a spectacular Halloween creation! Be amazed, have fun and get some inspiration for your own pumpkin carvings too!
Recommended Ages: 8 to Adult
First Congregational Churches is a host location for the Community Read and weekly small-group discussions of "Waking Up White: and Finding Myself In the Story of Race" by Debby Irving. Copies of the book are reserved at the Grand Ledge Area District Library. Please ask at the Circulation desk for the Community Read book.
"By sharing her sometimes cringe-worthy struggle to understand racism and racial tensions, Irving offers a fresh perspective on bias, stereotypes, manners, and tolerance. As Irving unpacks her own long-held beliefs about colorblindness, being a good person, and wanting to "help", she reveals how each of these well-intentioned mindsets actually perpetuated her ill-conceived ideas about race."
Discussion groups hosted at GLADL and area churches. Register by the location you wish to attend and reach out to the discussion leader for questions. All dates are in October.
First Congregational Churches is a host location for the Community Read and weekly small-group discussions of "Waking Up White: and Finding Myself In the Story of Race" by Debby Irving. Copies of the book are reserved at the Grand Ledge Area District Library. Please ask at the Circulation desk for the Community Read book.
"By sharing her sometimes cringe-worthy struggle to understand racism and racial tensions, Irving offers a fresh perspective on bias, stereotypes, manners, and tolerance. As Irving unpacks her own long-held beliefs about colorblindness, being a good person, and wanting to "help", she reveals how each of these well-intentioned mindsets actually perpetuated her ill-conceived ideas about race."
Discussion groups hosted at GLADL and area churches. Register by the location you wish to attend and reach out to the discussion leader for questions. All dates are in October.
LEARN HOW TO SUPPORT YOUR FRIENDS, FAMILY AND NEIGHBORS!
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) teaches you to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults. You’ll build the skills and confidence you need to reach out and provide initial support to those who are struggling. You’ll also learn how to help connect them to appropriate support.
Topics Covered:
Respond with the Mental Health First Aid Action Plan: ALGEE
When you take a course, you learn how to apply the Mental Health First Aid Action Plan in a variety of situations, including when someone is experiencing:
AFTER THE COURSE, YOU’LL BE ABLE TO: • Recognize common signs and symptoms of mental health & substance use challenges.• Understand how to interact with a person in crisis.• Know how to connect a person with help.• Use self-care tools and techniques.
Join the more than 2.6 MILLION First Aiders who have chosen to be the difference in their communities!
Please Note: The course includes 2.5 hours of pre-work and this one day class session. Cost is $15 a person and includes all class materials. If you have questions, please contact the Prevention and Wellness Specialist prevention@ceicmh.org or 517-887-5232
Registration: Payment is required upon registration through Eventbrite. To pay by check, contact the Prevention and Wellness Specialist prevention@ceicmh.org or 517-887-5232 who can register you in the Eventbrite system. Checks must be received prior to the training date.
See all scheduled MHFA trainings here. Inquire about limited scholarships that may be available upon request (students, interns, etc.). Social Work Continuing Education Credits (CEUs) are offered. Checks can be made out to “CMHA-CEI” and the memo line should read “[Attendees Name] MHFA”. Checks can be sent to:
LEARN HOW TO SUPPORT YOUR FRIENDS, FAMILY AND NEIGHBORS!
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) teaches you to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults. You’ll build the skills and confidence you need to reach out and provide initial support to those who are struggling. You’ll also learn how to help connect them to appropriate support.
Topics Covered:
Respond with the Mental Health First Aid Action Plan: ALGEE
When you take a course, you learn how to apply the Mental Health First Aid Action Plan in a variety of situations, including when someone is experiencing:
AFTER THE COURSE, YOU’LL BE ABLE TO: • Recognize common signs and symptoms of mental health & substance use challenges.• Understand how to interact with a person in crisis.• Know how to connect a person with help.• Use self-care tools and techniques.
Join the more than 2.6 MILLION First Aiders who have chosen to be the difference in their communities!
Please Note: The course includes 2.5 hours of pre-work and this one day class session. Cost is $15 a person and includes all class materials. If you have questions, please contact the Prevention and Wellness Specialist prevention@ceicmh.org or 517-887-5232
Registration: Payment is required upon registration through Eventbrite. To pay by check, contact the Prevention and Wellness Specialist prevention@ceicmh.org or 517-887-5232 who can register you in the Eventbrite system. Checks must be received prior to the training date.
See all scheduled MHFA trainings here. Inquire about limited scholarships that may be available upon request (students, interns, etc.). Social Work Continuing Education Credits (CEUs) are offered. Checks can be made out to “CMHA-CEI” and the memo line should read “[Attendees Name] MHFA”. Checks can be sent to:
Daisy Troop 30538 Halloween Spooktacular Sisterhood Party
Daisy Troop 30538 Halloween Spooktacular Sisterhood Party
Lecture & discussion series examines timely topics to illuminate differing points of view without bias. Offered in hybrid in-person/Zoom presentation style as follows:
Zoom link: https://bit.ly/CairnsAndBeacons
Presented by Cairns & Beacon Lectures, hosted by multiple libraries, and supported by a grant from Michigan Humanities. More Information
Lecture & discussion series examines timely topics to illuminate differing points of view without bias. Offered in hybrid in-person/Zoom presentation style as follows:
Zoom link: https://bit.ly/CairnsAndBeacons
Presented by Cairns & Beacon Lectures, hosted by multiple libraries, and supported by a grant from Michigan Humanities. More Information
Grand Ledge community churches and the Library are hosting a Community Read and weekly small-group discussions of the book "Waking Up White: and Finding Myself In the Story of Race" by Debby Irving. Copies of the book are available at the Library-- ask at the Circulation desk for the Community Read book.
"By sharing her sometimes cringe-worthy struggle to understand racism and racial tensions, Irving offers a fresh perspective on bias, stereotypes, manners, and tolerance. As Irving unpacks her own long-held beliefs about colorblindness, being a good person, and wanting to "help", she reveals how each of these well-intentioned mindsets actually perpetuated ill-conceived ideas about race."
Discussion groups are hosted at GLADL and area churches. Locations, dates and contact information for each are listed below and individually by date and registration link in this event calendar. Register by the location you wish to attend and reach out to the discussion leader for questions. All dates are in October.
Grand Ledge community churches and the Library are hosting a Community Read and weekly small-group discussions of the book "Waking Up White: and Finding Myself In the Story of Race" by Debby Irving. Copies of the book are available at the Library-- ask at the Circulation desk for the Community Read book.
"By sharing her sometimes cringe-worthy struggle to understand racism and racial tensions, Irving offers a fresh perspective on bias, stereotypes, manners, and tolerance. As Irving unpacks her own long-held beliefs about colorblindness, being a good person, and wanting to "help", she reveals how each of these well-intentioned mindsets actually perpetuated ill-conceived ideas about race."
Discussion groups are hosted at GLADL and area churches. Locations, dates and contact information for each are listed below and individually by date and registration link in this event calendar. Register by the location you wish to attend and reach out to the discussion leader for questions. All dates are in October.
Love playing Dungeons & Dragons? Want to learn how to play? Join the campaign afterschool on Fridays! No experience necessary!
Recommend Ages: 10-16 yrs old.
Love playing Dungeons & Dragons? Want to learn how to play? Join the campaign afterschool on Fridays! No experience necessary!
Recommend Ages: 10-16 yrs old.
Hit the trails with our StoryBook Stroll at Lincoln Brick Park featuring the children’s book Fletcher and the Falling Leaves ! Families hike along a trail as you read the story, try out the suggested action and enjoy a fun time in the Park with the family!
Hit the trails with our StoryBook Stroll at Lincoln Brick Park featuring the children’s book Fletcher and the Falling Leaves ! Families hike along a trail as you read the story, try out the suggested action and enjoy a fun time in the Park with the family!
Enjoy our seasonal StoryBook Stroll, featuring the children’s book Room on the Broom in the windows of Bridge St. business! Families take a walk down Bridge St. as you read the story, try out the suggested action and enjoy a fun stroll with the family!
Enjoy our seasonal StoryBook Stroll, featuring the children’s book Room on the Broom in the windows of Bridge St. business! Families take a walk down Bridge St. as you read the story, try out the suggested action and enjoy a fun stroll with the family!
Looking for inexpensive family fun? Enjoy a visit to Potter Park Zoo all year round-- FREE-- when you check out a Family ZooPass from the Grand Ledge Area District Library! A Potter Park Family ZooPass may be used by members of a household (i.e.-- those living in the same home) for FREE Zoo Admission & Free Parking too! For groups larger than your houshold, call Potter Park Zoo Admissions Supervisior at 517-342-2765 to reserve your Group visit time and receive the discount. Special classes and events may require additional fees-- call the zoo at (517) 483-4222 with questions or visit the visit the Potter Park Zoo website for details!
Zoo Passes are NOT memberships and are not transferrable for use at other Zoos.
Parking: *Resident – $3.00 | Non-Resident – $5.00 | Resident Annual Pass – $35.00 | Non-Resident Annual Pass – $45.00
*Resident refers to anyone living in Ingham County. *Kids under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. *Residents are admitted on non-holiday Mondays from 9 a.m. to noon for FREE.
Special Educational & Seasonal events listed here when available:
Sat., Oct 7: College Day Free admission to Potter Park Zoo for students with any current college ID!
Boo at the Zoo Weekends
Looking for inexpensive family fun? Enjoy a visit to Potter Park Zoo all year round-- FREE-- when you check out a Family ZooPass from the Grand Ledge Area District Library! A Potter Park Family ZooPass may be used by members of a household (i.e.-- those living in the same home) for FREE Zoo Admission & Free Parking too! For groups larger than your houshold, call Potter Park Zoo Admissions Supervisior at 517-342-2765 to reserve your Group visit time and receive the discount. Special classes and events may require additional fees-- call the zoo at (517) 483-4222 with questions or visit the visit the Potter Park Zoo website for details!
Zoo Passes are NOT memberships and are not transferrable for use at other Zoos.
Parking: *Resident – $3.00 | Non-Resident – $5.00 | Resident Annual Pass – $35.00 | Non-Resident Annual Pass – $45.00
*Resident refers to anyone living in Ingham County. *Kids under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. *Residents are admitted on non-holiday Mondays from 9 a.m. to noon for FREE.
Special Educational & Seasonal events listed here when available:
Sat., Oct 7: College Day Free admission to Potter Park Zoo for students with any current college ID!
Boo at the Zoo Weekends
Amigurumi for beginners - hosted by Leslie Pittsley of The Stuffy Co
Join people around the world and #ObserveTheMoon, between now and Saturday, Oct 21st.. Whether you use a telescope, binocular or simply your eyes -- there's a lot to see. Kids can be "Citizen Scientists" with some fun STEM learning as they look at the moon. Parents can encourage learning when you ask:
Follow the links from NASA for suggestions on how to Observe at Home, then try some activities like keeping a Moon Journal*. Visit MSU Abram's Planetarium or the Fox Park Observatory on Facebook or the Eaton County Parks webpage for information on star shows and public viewing nights. Check out more "Citizen Scientist" STEM activities for the whole family with our GLADL Science Discovery Kits !
*Moon Journals available at GLADL
Join people around the world and #ObserveTheMoon, between now and Saturday, Oct 21st.. Whether you use a telescope, binocular or simply your eyes -- there's a lot to see. Kids can be "Citizen Scientists" with some fun STEM learning as they look at the moon. Parents can encourage learning when you ask:
Follow the links from NASA for suggestions on how to Observe at Home, then try some activities like keeping a Moon Journal*. Visit MSU Abram's Planetarium or the Fox Park Observatory on Facebook or the Eaton County Parks webpage for information on star shows and public viewing nights. Check out more "Citizen Scientist" STEM activities for the whole family with our GLADL Science Discovery Kits !
*Moon Journals available at GLADL
Are you a Dog Man lover? A Bad Guys fanatic? Crazy about CatStronauts? Well, graphic novel lovers, come hang out with friends, chat about the book, have a snack, and do a book related activity or craft. You can help choose future books! Pick up a copy of this month’s book at the Checkout Desk once copies are available. Intended for 3rd grade and up.
This Month's Book: Witches of Brooklyn #1 by Sophie Escabasse
Available at circulation desk yet: Available to check out at Main Desk
Are you a Dog Man lover? A Bad Guys fanatic? Crazy about CatStronauts? Well, graphic novel lovers, come hang out with friends, chat about the book, have a snack, and do a book related activity or craft. You can help choose future books! Pick up a copy of this month’s book at the Checkout Desk once copies are available. Intended for 3rd grade and up.
This Month's Book: Witches of Brooklyn #1 by Sophie Escabasse
Available at circulation desk yet: Available to check out at Main Desk
Barbie and Barbie-style dolls go freaky! Come "Zombify" a fashion doll-- and their clothes too! Bring old Barbies of your own, or choose an old doll of ours to Zombify. We'll have markers to transform doll skin and hair, scissors, glue, fabric and more. Create a spooky new Zombie Barbie!
Recommended Ages: 10+
Barbie and Barbie-style dolls go freaky! Come "Zombify" a fashion doll-- and their clothes too! Bring old Barbies of your own, or choose an old doll of ours to Zombify. We'll have markers to transform doll skin and hair, scissors, glue, fabric and more. Create a spooky new Zombie Barbie!
Recommended Ages: 10+
Children and families will enjoy stories, songs, and literacy- enhancing activities. We'll read stories and talk about them, sing together, learn rhymes and finger plays as we build fine and gross motor skills, learn the conventions and structure of language,and have fun too! Craft activities too. Special guests may include musicians, artists and community guest readers too. Birth to age 6.
Children and families will enjoy stories, songs, and literacy- enhancing activities. We'll read stories and talk about them, sing together, learn rhymes and finger plays as we build fine and gross motor skills, learn the conventions and structure of language,and have fun too! Craft activities too. Special guests may include musicians, artists and community guest readers too. Birth to age 6.
Welcome to Stress Busters!
Everyone has big feelings at times. Children and adolescents who learn to manage those feelings at an earlier age have a big advantage in life. It’s an important skill for growing minds!
Families Forward at Community Mental Health Authority of Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties is offering fun and engaging skills-based groups, meeting right at the Grand Ledge Area District Library. These groups will help youth of all ages learn practical skills to help them manage life stress, improve their social skills, and have fun doing it! New participants are always welcome – come join us! No registration necessary.
Please Note: no sessions on Sept. 19, Oct 31, or Dec. 19.
New! Join us for "Meet & Pizza Treat": Oct. 3, Nov. 7, Dec. 5, Jan 9, Feb 6, Mar 5, April 9 and May 4!
For more information, contact Jody Nelson at 517-346-8094.
Welcome to Stress Busters!
Everyone has big feelings at times. Children and adolescents who learn to manage those feelings at an earlier age have a big advantage in life. It’s an important skill for growing minds!
Families Forward at Community Mental Health Authority of Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties is offering fun and engaging skills-based groups, meeting right at the Grand Ledge Area District Library. These groups will help youth of all ages learn practical skills to help them manage life stress, improve their social skills, and have fun doing it! New participants are always welcome – come join us! No registration necessary.
Please Note: no sessions on Sept. 19, Oct 31, or Dec. 19.
New! Join us for "Meet & Pizza Treat": Oct. 3, Nov. 7, Dec. 5, Jan 9, Feb 6, Mar 5, April 9 and May 4!
For more information, contact Jody Nelson at 517-346-8094.
Homeschool Coop
Grand Ledge community churches and the Library are hosting a Community Read and weekly small-group discussions of the book "Waking Up White: and Finding Myself In the Story of Race" by Debby Irving. Copies of the book are reserved at the Grand Ledge Area District Library--ask at the Circulation desk for the Community Read book.
"By sharing her sometimes cringe-worthy struggle to understand racism and racial tensions, Irving offers a fresh perspective on bias, stereotypes, manners, and tolerance. As Irving unpacks her own long-held beliefs about colorblindness, being a good person, and wanting to "help", she reveals how each of these well-intentioned mindsets actually perpetuated her ill-conceived ideas about race."
Discussion groups hosted at GLADL and area churches. Register and reach out to the discussion leader for questions. All dates are in October.
Host: Immanuel Lutheran Church 517 S Clinton St, Grand Ledge, MI 48837
Dates: Wednesday mornings from 10:30-12 in person at the church and via Zoom; Oct. 4th, 11th, 18th and 25th,
Discussion Leaders: Blanche Schaudt & Pastor Chuck Foerster. Please contact the Church with any questions and for Zoom information: office@immanuel-gl.org or 517-627-6310.
Grand Ledge community churches and the Library are hosting a Community Read and weekly small-group discussions of the book "Waking Up White: and Finding Myself In the Story of Race" by Debby Irving. Copies of the book are reserved at the Grand Ledge Area District Library--ask at the Circulation desk for the Community Read book.
"By sharing her sometimes cringe-worthy struggle to understand racism and racial tensions, Irving offers a fresh perspective on bias, stereotypes, manners, and tolerance. As Irving unpacks her own long-held beliefs about colorblindness, being a good person, and wanting to "help", she reveals how each of these well-intentioned mindsets actually perpetuated her ill-conceived ideas about race."
Discussion groups hosted at GLADL and area churches. Register and reach out to the discussion leader for questions. All dates are in October.
Host: Immanuel Lutheran Church 517 S Clinton St, Grand Ledge, MI 48837
Dates: Wednesday mornings from 10:30-12 in person at the church and via Zoom; Oct. 4th, 11th, 18th and 25th,
Discussion Leaders: Blanche Schaudt & Pastor Chuck Foerster. Please contact the Church with any questions and for Zoom information: office@immanuel-gl.org or 517-627-6310.
What intrigues us about the idea of a dysfunctional society? What does it reflect on our own? Jeffery Vande Zande, author and professor at Delta College, and 2012 Michigan Notable Book Award winner reviews and examines the history and effects of dystopina fiction in our culture. He'll also read a short excert from his new novel Rules of Order.
"Rules of Order is a fresh take on the dystopian novel. Within one story, one building, Vande Zande manages to go beyond what is expected, bringing together elements of mystery, romance, action, environmental awareness, and political intrigue, all told with a clean and effortless prose that keeps the pages turning".
— Pete Stevens, author of Tomorrow Music
Recommended Ages: High School to Adult
What intrigues us about the idea of a dysfunctional society? What does it reflect on our own? Jeffery Vande Zande, author and professor at Delta College, and 2012 Michigan Notable Book Award winner reviews and examines the history and effects of dystopina fiction in our culture. He'll also read a short excert from his new novel Rules of Order.
"Rules of Order is a fresh take on the dystopian novel. Within one story, one building, Vande Zande manages to go beyond what is expected, bringing together elements of mystery, romance, action, environmental awareness, and political intrigue, all told with a clean and effortless prose that keeps the pages turning".
— Pete Stevens, author of Tomorrow Music
Recommended Ages: High School to Adult
First Congregational Churches is a host location for the Community Read and weekly small-group discussions of "Waking Up White: and Finding Myself In the Story of Race" by Debby Irving. Copies of the book are reserved at the Grand Ledge Area District Library. Please ask at the Circulation desk for the Community Read book.
"By sharing her sometimes cringe-worthy struggle to understand racism and racial tensions, Irving offers a fresh perspective on bias, stereotypes, manners, and tolerance. As Irving unpacks her own long-held beliefs about colorblindness, being a good person, and wanting to "help", she reveals how each of these well-intentioned mindsets actually perpetuated her ill-conceived ideas about race."
Discussion groups hosted at GLADL and area churches. Register by the location you wish to attend and reach out to the discussion leader for questions. All dates are in October.
First Congregational Churches is a host location for the Community Read and weekly small-group discussions of "Waking Up White: and Finding Myself In the Story of Race" by Debby Irving. Copies of the book are reserved at the Grand Ledge Area District Library. Please ask at the Circulation desk for the Community Read book.
"By sharing her sometimes cringe-worthy struggle to understand racism and racial tensions, Irving offers a fresh perspective on bias, stereotypes, manners, and tolerance. As Irving unpacks her own long-held beliefs about colorblindness, being a good person, and wanting to "help", she reveals how each of these well-intentioned mindsets actually perpetuated her ill-conceived ideas about race."
Discussion groups hosted at GLADL and area churches. Register by the location you wish to attend and reach out to the discussion leader for questions. All dates are in October.
Grand Ledge Food Bank always needs donations of the following:
Grand Ledge Food Bank always needs donations of the following:
Grand Ledge community churches and the Library are hosting a Community Read and weekly small-group discussions of the book "Waking Up White: and Finding Myself In the Story of Race" by Debby Irving. Copies of the book are available at the Library-- ask at the Circulation desk for the Community Read book.
"By sharing her sometimes cringe-worthy struggle to understand racism and racial tensions, Irving offers a fresh perspective on bias, stereotypes, manners, and tolerance. As Irving unpacks her own long-held beliefs about colorblindness, being a good person, and wanting to "help", she reveals how each of these well-intentioned mindsets actually perpetuated ill-conceived ideas about race."
Discussion groups are hosted at GLADL and area churches. Locations, dates and contact information for each are listed below and individually by date and registration link in this event calendar. Register by the location you wish to attend and reach out to the discussion leader for questions. All dates are in October.
Grand Ledge community churches and the Library are hosting a Community Read and weekly small-group discussions of the book "Waking Up White: and Finding Myself In the Story of Race" by Debby Irving. Copies of the book are available at the Library-- ask at the Circulation desk for the Community Read book.
"By sharing her sometimes cringe-worthy struggle to understand racism and racial tensions, Irving offers a fresh perspective on bias, stereotypes, manners, and tolerance. As Irving unpacks her own long-held beliefs about colorblindness, being a good person, and wanting to "help", she reveals how each of these well-intentioned mindsets actually perpetuated ill-conceived ideas about race."
Discussion groups are hosted at GLADL and area churches. Locations, dates and contact information for each are listed below and individually by date and registration link in this event calendar. Register by the location you wish to attend and reach out to the discussion leader for questions. All dates are in October.
Lollipop Ghosts!
Families can make a fun craft or flex their science muscles at home with our Take Home Craft kits. Each Take-Home Craft kit comes with a set of supplies and instructions. On-line instructions gladl.org/libraryofthings Please note: Some crafts may need materials (scissors, tape, etc.) typically found at home. Kits also include suggested books and other library materials related to the craft. Take Home Craft Kits are available first come, first serve and are made possible in part by a Community Education Grant from Walmart.
Lollipop Ghosts!
Families can make a fun craft or flex their science muscles at home with our Take Home Craft kits. Each Take-Home Craft kit comes with a set of supplies and instructions. On-line instructions gladl.org/libraryofthings Please note: Some crafts may need materials (scissors, tape, etc.) typically found at home. Kits also include suggested books and other library materials related to the craft. Take Home Craft Kits are available first come, first serve and are made possible in part by a Community Education Grant from Walmart.
Love playing Dungeons & Dragons? Want to learn how to play? Join the campaign afterschool on Fridays! No experience necessary!
Recommend Ages: 10-16 yrs old.
Love playing Dungeons & Dragons? Want to learn how to play? Join the campaign afterschool on Fridays! No experience necessary!
Recommend Ages: 10-16 yrs old.
In Person workshop. For teens 12 and up.
Learn emergency procedures, discipline techniques, diapering, age-appropriate activities, pediatric CPR, rescue breathing, the Heimlich maneuver, and basic first aid skills needed while babysitting. Upon workshop completion, students will receive a pediatric CPR card, a basic first aid card, and a babysitting course certificate.
Please Note: Registration required, class size limited. Signup must be completed 48 hours prior to program date. The following items are required upon arrival to the class:
In Person workshop. For teens 12 and up.
Learn emergency procedures, discipline techniques, diapering, age-appropriate activities, pediatric CPR, rescue breathing, the Heimlich maneuver, and basic first aid skills needed while babysitting. Upon workshop completion, students will receive a pediatric CPR card, a basic first aid card, and a babysitting course certificate.
Please Note: Registration required, class size limited. Signup must be completed 48 hours prior to program date. The following items are required upon arrival to the class:
Grand Ledge community churches and the Library are hosting a Community Read and weekly small-group discussions of the book "Waking Up White: and Finding Myself In the Story of Race" by Debby Irving. Copies of the book are available at the Library-- ask at the Circulation desk for the Community Read book.
"By sharing her sometimes cringe-worthy struggle to understand racism and racial tensions, Irving offers a fresh perspective on bias, stereotypes, manners, and tolerance. As Irving unpacks her own long-held beliefs about colorblindness, being a good person, and wanting to "help", she reveals how each of these well-intentioned mindsets actually perpetuated ill-conceived ideas about race."
Discussion groups are hosted at GLADL and area churches. Locations, dates and contact information for each are listed below and individually by date and registration link in this event calendar. Register by the location you wish to attend and reach out to the discussion leader for questions. All dates are in October.
Grand Ledge community churches and the Library are hosting a Community Read and weekly small-group discussions of the book "Waking Up White: and Finding Myself In the Story of Race" by Debby Irving. Copies of the book are available at the Library-- ask at the Circulation desk for the Community Read book.
"By sharing her sometimes cringe-worthy struggle to understand racism and racial tensions, Irving offers a fresh perspective on bias, stereotypes, manners, and tolerance. As Irving unpacks her own long-held beliefs about colorblindness, being a good person, and wanting to "help", she reveals how each of these well-intentioned mindsets actually perpetuated ill-conceived ideas about race."
Discussion groups are hosted at GLADL and area churches. Locations, dates and contact information for each are listed below and individually by date and registration link in this event calendar. Register by the location you wish to attend and reach out to the discussion leader for questions. All dates are in October.
Children and families will enjoy stories, songs, and literacy- enhancing activities. We'll read stories and talk about them, sing together, learn rhymes and finger plays as we build fine and gross motor skills, learn the conventions and structure of language,and have fun too! Craft activities too. Special guests may include musicians, artists and community guest readers too. Birth to age 6.
Children and families will enjoy stories, songs, and literacy- enhancing activities. We'll read stories and talk about them, sing together, learn rhymes and finger plays as we build fine and gross motor skills, learn the conventions and structure of language,and have fun too! Craft activities too. Special guests may include musicians, artists and community guest readers too. Birth to age 6.
Meeting for the Garden Club
Meeting for the Garden Club
Welcome to Stress Busters!
Everyone has big feelings at times. Children and adolescents who learn to manage those feelings at an earlier age have a big advantage in life. It’s an important skill for growing minds!
Families Forward at Community Mental Health Authority of Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties is offering fun and engaging skills-based groups, meeting right at the Grand Ledge Area District Library. These groups will help youth of all ages learn practical skills to help them manage life stress, improve their social skills, and have fun doing it! New participants are always welcome – come join us! No registration necessary.
Please Note: no sessions on Sept. 19, Oct 31, or Dec. 19.
New! Join us for "Meet & Pizza Treat": Oct. 3, Nov. 7, Dec. 5, Jan 9, Feb 6, Mar 5, April 9 and May 4!
For more information, contact Jody Nelson at 517-346-8094.
Welcome to Stress Busters!
Everyone has big feelings at times. Children and adolescents who learn to manage those feelings at an earlier age have a big advantage in life. It’s an important skill for growing minds!
Families Forward at Community Mental Health Authority of Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties is offering fun and engaging skills-based groups, meeting right at the Grand Ledge Area District Library. These groups will help youth of all ages learn practical skills to help them manage life stress, improve their social skills, and have fun doing it! New participants are always welcome – come join us! No registration necessary.
Please Note: no sessions on Sept. 19, Oct 31, or Dec. 19.
New! Join us for "Meet & Pizza Treat": Oct. 3, Nov. 7, Dec. 5, Jan 9, Feb 6, Mar 5, April 9 and May 4!
For more information, contact Jody Nelson at 517-346-8094.
Grand Ledge Area District Library Board of Trustees Meeting.
For agenda, minutes, and more information about the library's administration, please view our website.
Regularly scheduled meetings are subject to cancellation and/or change in the absence of a quorum or if there is no pertinent business to come before the Board.
Notice: If any person has a disability and needs accommodation to attend a Library Board meeting, please call Lise Mitchell at 622-3550 or email at questions@gladl.org, at least seven (7) days prior to the date of the meeting. Every effort will be made to accommodate, if possible, with lesser notice.
A paper public inspection copy of the Minutes of the Library Board meetings are kept in the Michigan Collection in the Shipman Room. The call number is M R 021.82 G. If you need assistance in locating the minutes, please ask at the front desk.
Grand Ledge Area District Library Board of Trustees Meeting.
For agenda, minutes, and more information about the library's administration, please view our website.
Regularly scheduled meetings are subject to cancellation and/or change in the absence of a quorum or if there is no pertinent business to come before the Board.
Notice: If any person has a disability and needs accommodation to attend a Library Board meeting, please call Lise Mitchell at 622-3550 or email at questions@gladl.org, at least seven (7) days prior to the date of the meeting. Every effort will be made to accommodate, if possible, with lesser notice.
A paper public inspection copy of the Minutes of the Library Board meetings are kept in the Michigan Collection in the Shipman Room. The call number is M R 021.82 G. If you need assistance in locating the minutes, please ask at the front desk.
Homeschool Coop
Grand Ledge community churches and the Library are hosting a Community Read and weekly small-group discussions of the book "Waking Up White: and Finding Myself In the Story of Race" by Debby Irving. Copies of the book are reserved at the Grand Ledge Area District Library--ask at the Circulation desk for the Community Read book.
"By sharing her sometimes cringe-worthy struggle to understand racism and racial tensions, Irving offers a fresh perspective on bias, stereotypes, manners, and tolerance. As Irving unpacks her own long-held beliefs about colorblindness, being a good person, and wanting to "help", she reveals how each of these well-intentioned mindsets actually perpetuated her ill-conceived ideas about race."
Discussion groups hosted at GLADL and area churches. Register and reach out to the discussion leader for questions. All dates are in October.
Host: Immanuel Lutheran Church 517 S Clinton St, Grand Ledge, MI 48837
Dates: Wednesday mornings from 10:30-12 in person at the church and via Zoom; Oct. 4th, 11th, 18th and 25th,
Discussion Leaders: Blanche Schaudt & Pastor Chuck Foerster. Please contact the Church with any questions and for Zoom information: office@immanuel-gl.org or 517-627-6310.
Grand Ledge community churches and the Library are hosting a Community Read and weekly small-group discussions of the book "Waking Up White: and Finding Myself In the Story of Race" by Debby Irving. Copies of the book are reserved at the Grand Ledge Area District Library--ask at the Circulation desk for the Community Read book.
"By sharing her sometimes cringe-worthy struggle to understand racism and racial tensions, Irving offers a fresh perspective on bias, stereotypes, manners, and tolerance. As Irving unpacks her own long-held beliefs about colorblindness, being a good person, and wanting to "help", she reveals how each of these well-intentioned mindsets actually perpetuated her ill-conceived ideas about race."
Discussion groups hosted at GLADL and area churches. Register and reach out to the discussion leader for questions. All dates are in October.
Host: Immanuel Lutheran Church 517 S Clinton St, Grand Ledge, MI 48837
Dates: Wednesday mornings from 10:30-12 in person at the church and via Zoom; Oct. 4th, 11th, 18th and 25th,
Discussion Leaders: Blanche Schaudt & Pastor Chuck Foerster. Please contact the Church with any questions and for Zoom information: office@immanuel-gl.org or 517-627-6310.
Sewing event
First Congregational Churches is a host location for the Community Read and weekly small-group discussions of "Waking Up White: and Finding Myself In the Story of Race" by Debby Irving. Copies of the book are reserved at the Grand Ledge Area District Library. Please ask at the Circulation desk for the Community Read book.
"By sharing her sometimes cringe-worthy struggle to understand racism and racial tensions, Irving offers a fresh perspective on bias, stereotypes, manners, and tolerance. As Irving unpacks her own long-held beliefs about colorblindness, being a good person, and wanting to "help", she reveals how each of these well-intentioned mindsets actually perpetuated her ill-conceived ideas about race."
Discussion groups hosted at GLADL and area churches. Register by the location you wish to attend and reach out to the discussion leader for questions. All dates are in October.
First Congregational Churches is a host location for the Community Read and weekly small-group discussions of "Waking Up White: and Finding Myself In the Story of Race" by Debby Irving. Copies of the book are reserved at the Grand Ledge Area District Library. Please ask at the Circulation desk for the Community Read book.
"By sharing her sometimes cringe-worthy struggle to understand racism and racial tensions, Irving offers a fresh perspective on bias, stereotypes, manners, and tolerance. As Irving unpacks her own long-held beliefs about colorblindness, being a good person, and wanting to "help", she reveals how each of these well-intentioned mindsets actually perpetuated her ill-conceived ideas about race."
Discussion groups hosted at GLADL and area churches. Register by the location you wish to attend and reach out to the discussion leader for questions. All dates are in October.
Participants 12+ will learn how to paint a fun Fall painting with acrylics! Canvases, paint, and brushes will be supplied. Participants are encouraged to bring aprons and/or clothing that can be soiled. Paintings will be able to be taken home at the end of the evening, or may be left at the library to dry (to be picked up by 4:30p on 10/27/2023). Registration is required to ensure adequate supplies, one painting per registered participant.
Participants 12+ will learn how to paint a fun Fall painting with acrylics! Canvases, paint, and brushes will be supplied. Participants are encouraged to bring aprons and/or clothing that can be soiled. Paintings will be able to be taken home at the end of the evening, or may be left at the library to dry (to be picked up by 4:30p on 10/27/2023). Registration is required to ensure adequate supplies, one painting per registered participant.
Our 4th Friday Used Book Sale is back! On the 4th Friday of every month bring in a tote of any size from home and fill it up with all the books you can carry for only $5! OR purchase one of our new Friends of the Library tote bags for $10 (Members) / $15 (Non-Members) and get free fill-ups during our Tote Bag Sales throughout the year! Tote bags are available for purchase at the front desk.
Our 4th Friday Used Book Sale is back! On the 4th Friday of every month bring in a tote of any size from home and fill it up with all the books you can carry for only $5! OR purchase one of our new Friends of the Library tote bags for $10 (Members) / $15 (Non-Members) and get free fill-ups during our Tote Bag Sales throughout the year! Tote bags are available for purchase at the front desk.
Dress for magic and come downtown for some early Halloween fun! Young children and their parents can attend “Magical Bubbles” presented by “Bubbleman Ron and Bubblewoman Gloria”—See giant bubbles, smoke-filled bubbles, weird-and-wacky bubble shapes and more! Two Bubble Magic Shows: Show #1: 4:15pm or show #2 5:00pm. Then kids head out to "Trick-or-Treat" on Bridge St until 7pm! Check out your favorite Halloween books and movies too! Our Halloween activities are fun and appropriate for all ages, no registration necessary!
Two Bubble Magic Shows (no registrations necessary)
Show #1: 4:15pm
Show #2: 5:00pm
Dress for magic and come downtown for some early Halloween fun! Young children and their parents can attend “Magical Bubbles” presented by “Bubbleman Ron and Bubblewoman Gloria”—See giant bubbles, smoke-filled bubbles, weird-and-wacky bubble shapes and more! Two Bubble Magic Shows: Show #1: 4:15pm or show #2 5:00pm. Then kids head out to "Trick-or-Treat" on Bridge St until 7pm! Check out your favorite Halloween books and movies too! Our Halloween activities are fun and appropriate for all ages, no registration necessary!
Two Bubble Magic Shows (no registrations necessary)
Show #1: 4:15pm
Show #2: 5:00pm
For adults and high-school age youth age 15+. Learn adult and pediatric CPR, automated external defibrillator (AED), emergency procedures like rescue breathing, and the Heimlich maneuver. Upon workshop completion, students receive a course completion card in Adult and Pediatric CPR with AED.
Registration required, class size limited. Signup must be completed 48 hours prior to program date. Class fee of $35; checks payable to C.P.R.C. Inc. Fulfills the training requirement for the GLHS PE waiver.
Please note: This class is not appropriate for those needing training for a healthcare field (doctors, dentists, nurses, EMS, etc.).
For adults and high-school age youth age 15+. Learn adult and pediatric CPR, automated external defibrillator (AED), emergency procedures like rescue breathing, and the Heimlich maneuver. Upon workshop completion, students receive a course completion card in Adult and Pediatric CPR with AED.
Registration required, class size limited. Signup must be completed 48 hours prior to program date. Class fee of $35; checks payable to C.P.R.C. Inc. Fulfills the training requirement for the GLHS PE waiver.
Please note: This class is not appropriate for those needing training for a healthcare field (doctors, dentists, nurses, EMS, etc.).
Hit the trails with our StoryBook Stroll at Lincoln Brick Park featuring the children’s book Fletcher and the Falling Leaves ! Families hike along a trail as you read the story, try out the suggested action and enjoy a fun time in the Park with the family!
Hit the trails with our StoryBook Stroll at Lincoln Brick Park featuring the children’s book Fletcher and the Falling Leaves ! Families hike along a trail as you read the story, try out the suggested action and enjoy a fun time in the Park with the family!
Enjoy our seasonal StoryBook Stroll, featuring the children’s book Room on the Broom in the windows of Bridge St. business! Families take a walk down Bridge St. as you read the story, try out the suggested action and enjoy a fun stroll with the family!
Enjoy our seasonal StoryBook Stroll, featuring the children’s book Room on the Broom in the windows of Bridge St. business! Families take a walk down Bridge St. as you read the story, try out the suggested action and enjoy a fun stroll with the family!
Looking for inexpensive family fun? Enjoy a visit to Potter Park Zoo all year round-- FREE-- when you check out a Family ZooPass from the Grand Ledge Area District Library! A Potter Park Family ZooPass may be used by members of a household (i.e.-- those living in the same home) for FREE Zoo Admission & Free Parking too! For groups larger than your houshold, call Potter Park Zoo Admissions Supervisior at 517-342-2765 to reserve your Group visit time and receive the discount. Special classes and events may require additional fees-- call the zoo at (517) 483-4222 with questions or visit the visit the Potter Park Zoo website for details!
Zoo Passes are NOT memberships and are not transferrable for use at other Zoos.
Parking: *Resident – $3.00 | Non-Resident – $5.00 | Resident Annual Pass – $35.00 | Non-Resident Annual Pass – $45.00
*Resident refers to anyone living in Ingham County. *Kids under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. *Residents are admitted on non-holiday Mondays from 9 a.m. to noon for FREE.
Special Educational & Seasonal events listed here when available:
Sat., Oct 7: College Day Free admission to Potter Park Zoo for students with any current college ID!
Boo at the Zoo Weekends
Looking for inexpensive family fun? Enjoy a visit to Potter Park Zoo all year round-- FREE-- when you check out a Family ZooPass from the Grand Ledge Area District Library! A Potter Park Family ZooPass may be used by members of a household (i.e.-- those living in the same home) for FREE Zoo Admission & Free Parking too! For groups larger than your houshold, call Potter Park Zoo Admissions Supervisior at 517-342-2765 to reserve your Group visit time and receive the discount. Special classes and events may require additional fees-- call the zoo at (517) 483-4222 with questions or visit the visit the Potter Park Zoo website for details!
Zoo Passes are NOT memberships and are not transferrable for use at other Zoos.
Parking: *Resident – $3.00 | Non-Resident – $5.00 | Resident Annual Pass – $35.00 | Non-Resident Annual Pass – $45.00
*Resident refers to anyone living in Ingham County. *Kids under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. *Residents are admitted on non-holiday Mondays from 9 a.m. to noon for FREE.
Special Educational & Seasonal events listed here when available:
Sat., Oct 7: College Day Free admission to Potter Park Zoo for students with any current college ID!
Boo at the Zoo Weekends
Private baby shower, starting at 2 probably
Private baby shower, starting at 2 probably
Celebrate Fall-- Come decorate a pumpkin with your children! We’ll have tools (must be used with parent supervision), paint, markers, glue, glitter and trims. Two seatings, 15 children per seating: 6-6:30 pm & 7-7:30 pm. Register your child on-line via the link in this listing. Registrations required to ensure adaquate pumpkins and supplies. One pumpkin per registered child, children should dress to get messy. Registrations held for 5 minutes past start time, then opened up for others. All decorated pumpkins go home tonight to "spooky up" your house!
Recommended Ages: 3+
Celebrate Fall-- Come decorate a pumpkin with your children! We’ll have tools (must be used with parent supervision), paint, markers, glue, glitter and trims. Two seatings, 15 children per seating: 6-6:30 pm & 7-7:30 pm. Register your child on-line via the link in this listing. Registrations required to ensure adaquate pumpkins and supplies. One pumpkin per registered child, children should dress to get messy. Registrations held for 5 minutes past start time, then opened up for others. All decorated pumpkins go home tonight to "spooky up" your house!
Recommended Ages: 3+
Celebrate Fall-- Come decorate a pumpkin with your children! We’ll have tools (must be used with parent supervision), paint, markers, glue, glitter and trims. Two seatings, 15 children per seating: 6-6:30 pm & 7-7:30 pm. Register your child on-line via the link in this listing. Registrations required to ensure adaquate pumpkins and supplies. One pumpkin per registered child, children should dress to get messy. Registrations held for 5 minutes past start time, then opened up for others. All decorated pumpkins go home tonight to "spooky up" your house!
Recommended Ages: 3+
Celebrate Fall-- Come decorate a pumpkin with your children! We’ll have tools (must be used with parent supervision), paint, markers, glue, glitter and trims. Two seatings, 15 children per seating: 6-6:30 pm & 7-7:30 pm. Register your child on-line via the link in this listing. Registrations required to ensure adaquate pumpkins and supplies. One pumpkin per registered child, children should dress to get messy. Registrations held for 5 minutes past start time, then opened up for others. All decorated pumpkins go home tonight to "spooky up" your house!
Recommended Ages: 3+
Children and families will enjoy stories, songs, and literacy- enhancing activities. We'll read stories and talk about them, sing together, learn rhymes and finger plays as we build fine and gross motor skills, learn the conventions and structure of language,and have fun too! Craft activities too. Special guests may include musicians, artists and community guest readers too. Birth to age 6.
Children and families will enjoy stories, songs, and literacy- enhancing activities. We'll read stories and talk about them, sing together, learn rhymes and finger plays as we build fine and gross motor skills, learn the conventions and structure of language,and have fun too! Craft activities too. Special guests may include musicians, artists and community guest readers too. Birth to age 6.
Homeschool Coop
We’re teaming up with local business Layered for an evening of fun and friendly Switch gaming! We’ll play Mario Strikers Battle League tonight! Who’s the best striker around? Feel free to bring your Switch to play between your turns! All skill levels welcome!
Recommended Ages: 8+
We’re teaming up with local business Layered for an evening of fun and friendly Switch gaming! We’ll play Mario Strikers Battle League tonight! Who’s the best striker around? Feel free to bring your Switch to play between your turns! All skill levels welcome!
Recommended Ages: 8+
Grand Ledge Food Bank always needs donations of the following:
Grand Ledge Food Bank always needs donations of the following:
2023 brings another year of Library of Michigan programs that are available for members of the public. A complete list is available on the Library of Michigan's website at Michigan.gov/LMPublicPrograms. All programs will be virtual this year through Zoom and registration is required. Each session will take place on the first Thursday of each month at 6:30PM. The first program will cover how to use the Ancestry.com Library Edition database.
Thursday, November 2, 2023 6:30PM - 7:30PM
Register For This Program
Fold3 provides online access to military records, including the stories, photos, and relevant personal documents. Discover key strategies for using Fold3 as you uncover the accounts of men and women who served in the armed forces.
For questions, please contact the Library of Michigan at Librarian@Michigan.gov or 517-335-1477.
2023 brings another year of Library of Michigan programs that are available for members of the public. A complete list is available on the Library of Michigan's website at Michigan.gov/LMPublicPrograms. All programs will be virtual this year through Zoom and registration is required. Each session will take place on the first Thursday of each month at 6:30PM. The first program will cover how to use the Ancestry.com Library Edition database.
Thursday, November 2, 2023 6:30PM - 7:30PM
Register For This Program
Fold3 provides online access to military records, including the stories, photos, and relevant personal documents. Discover key strategies for using Fold3 as you uncover the accounts of men and women who served in the armed forces.
For questions, please contact the Library of Michigan at Librarian@Michigan.gov or 517-335-1477.
Lecture & discussion series examines timely topics to illuminate differing points of view without bias. Offered in hybrid in-person/Zoom presentation style as follows:
Zoom link: https://bit.ly/CairnsAndBeacons
Presented by Cairns & Beacon Lectures, hosted by multiple libraries, and supported by a grant from Michigan Humanities. More Information
Lecture & discussion series examines timely topics to illuminate differing points of view without bias. Offered in hybrid in-person/Zoom presentation style as follows:
Zoom link: https://bit.ly/CairnsAndBeacons
Presented by Cairns & Beacon Lectures, hosted by multiple libraries, and supported by a grant from Michigan Humanities. More Information
Beaded Corn!
Families can make a fun craft or flex their science muscles at home with our Take Home Craft kits. Each Take-Home Craft kit comes with a set of supplies and instructions. On-line instructions gladl.org/libraryofthings Please note: Some crafts may need materials (scissors, tape, etc.) typically found at home. Kits also include suggested books and other library materials related to the craft. Take Home Craft Kits are available first come, first serve and are made possible in part by a Community Education Grant from Walmart.
Beaded Corn!
Families can make a fun craft or flex their science muscles at home with our Take Home Craft kits. Each Take-Home Craft kit comes with a set of supplies and instructions. On-line instructions gladl.org/libraryofthings Please note: Some crafts may need materials (scissors, tape, etc.) typically found at home. Kits also include suggested books and other library materials related to the craft. Take Home Craft Kits are available first come, first serve and are made possible in part by a Community Education Grant from Walmart.
Love playing Dungeons & Dragons? Want to learn how to play? Join the campaign afterschool on Fridays! No experience necessary!
Recommend Ages: 10-16 yrs old.
Love playing Dungeons & Dragons? Want to learn how to play? Join the campaign afterschool on Fridays! No experience necessary!
Recommend Ages: 10-16 yrs old.
Hit the trails with our StoryBook Stroll at Lincoln Brick Park featuring the children’s book Fletcher and the Falling Leaves ! Families hike along a trail as you read the story, try out the suggested action and enjoy a fun time in the Park with the family!
Hit the trails with our StoryBook Stroll at Lincoln Brick Park featuring the children’s book Fletcher and the Falling Leaves ! Families hike along a trail as you read the story, try out the suggested action and enjoy a fun time in the Park with the family!
Enjoy our seasonal StoryBook Stroll, featuring the children’s book Room on the Broom in the windows of Bridge St. business! Families take a walk down Bridge St. as you read the story, try out the suggested action and enjoy a fun stroll with the family!
Enjoy our seasonal StoryBook Stroll, featuring the children’s book Room on the Broom in the windows of Bridge St. business! Families take a walk down Bridge St. as you read the story, try out the suggested action and enjoy a fun stroll with the family!
Looking for inexpensive family fun? Enjoy a visit to Potter Park Zoo all year round-- FREE-- when you check out a Family ZooPass from the Grand Ledge Area District Library! A Potter Park Family ZooPass may be used by members of a household (i.e.-- those living in the same home) for FREE Zoo Admission & Free Parking too! For groups larger than your houshold, call Potter Park Zoo Admissions Supervisior at 517-342-2765 to reserve your Group visit time and receive the discount. Special classes and events may require additional fees-- call the zoo at (517) 483-4222 with questions or visit the visit the Potter Park Zoo website for details!
Zoo Passes are NOT memberships and are not transferrable for use at other Zoos.
Parking: *Resident – $3.00 | Non-Resident – $5.00 | Resident Annual Pass – $35.00 | Non-Resident Annual Pass – $45.00
*Resident refers to anyone living in Ingham County. *Kids under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. *Residents are admitted on non-holiday Mondays from 9 a.m. to noon for FREE.
Special Educational & Seasonal events listed here when available:
Sat., Oct 7: College Day Free admission to Potter Park Zoo for students with any current college ID!
Boo at the Zoo Weekends
Looking for inexpensive family fun? Enjoy a visit to Potter Park Zoo all year round-- FREE-- when you check out a Family ZooPass from the Grand Ledge Area District Library! A Potter Park Family ZooPass may be used by members of a household (i.e.-- those living in the same home) for FREE Zoo Admission & Free Parking too! For groups larger than your houshold, call Potter Park Zoo Admissions Supervisior at 517-342-2765 to reserve your Group visit time and receive the discount. Special classes and events may require additional fees-- call the zoo at (517) 483-4222 with questions or visit the visit the Potter Park Zoo website for details!
Zoo Passes are NOT memberships and are not transferrable for use at other Zoos.
Parking: *Resident – $3.00 | Non-Resident – $5.00 | Resident Annual Pass – $35.00 | Non-Resident Annual Pass – $45.00
*Resident refers to anyone living in Ingham County. *Kids under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. *Residents are admitted on non-holiday Mondays from 9 a.m. to noon for FREE.
Special Educational & Seasonal events listed here when available:
Sat., Oct 7: College Day Free admission to Potter Park Zoo for students with any current college ID!
Boo at the Zoo Weekends
5=6 ladies get together to sew quilts
5=6 ladies get together to sew quilts
Beginning Ukulele Workshop Series for the Family --Ages 8 to 88
This is a fun way to share the aloha spirit of the ukulele together as an ohana (family in Hawaiian). Taught by Michigan’s Ukulele Ambassador, Ben Hassenger, and sponsored by the Music is the Foundation non-profit; you will learn a brief history of the instrument and all the basics you need to get started playing right away, including:
Loaner ukuleles and a binder to keep your lesson materials and song sheets are provided. Registration Required, class size limited for personalized instruction.
"Looking forward to playing and singing with you soon-- aloha!" Ben Hassenger.
Beginning Ukulele Workshop Series for the Family --Ages 8 to 88
This is a fun way to share the aloha spirit of the ukulele together as an ohana (family in Hawaiian). Taught by Michigan’s Ukulele Ambassador, Ben Hassenger, and sponsored by the Music is the Foundation non-profit; you will learn a brief history of the instrument and all the basics you need to get started playing right away, including:
Loaner ukuleles and a binder to keep your lesson materials and song sheets are provided. Registration Required, class size limited for personalized instruction.
"Looking forward to playing and singing with you soon-- aloha!" Ben Hassenger.
Children and families will enjoy stories, songs, and literacy- enhancing activities. We'll read stories and talk about them, sing together, learn rhymes and finger plays as we build fine and gross motor skills, learn the conventions and structure of language,and have fun too! Craft activities too. Special guests may include musicians, artists and community guest readers too. Birth to age 6.
Children and families will enjoy stories, songs, and literacy- enhancing activities. We'll read stories and talk about them, sing together, learn rhymes and finger plays as we build fine and gross motor skills, learn the conventions and structure of language,and have fun too! Craft activities too. Special guests may include musicians, artists and community guest readers too. Birth to age 6.
Welcome to Stress Busters!
Everyone has big feelings at times. Children and adolescents who learn to manage those feelings at an earlier age have a big advantage in life. It’s an important skill for growing minds!
Families Forward at Community Mental Health Authority of Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties is offering fun and engaging skills-based groups, meeting right at the Grand Ledge Area District Library. These groups will help youth of all ages learn practical skills to help them manage life stress, improve their social skills, and have fun doing it! New participants are always welcome – come join us! No registration necessary.
Please Note: no sessions on Sept. 19, Oct 31, or Dec. 19.
New! Join us for "Meet & Pizza Treat": Oct. 3, Nov. 7, Dec. 5, Jan 9, Feb 6, Mar 5, April 9 and May 4!
For more information, contact Jody Nelson at 517-346-8094.
Welcome to Stress Busters!
Everyone has big feelings at times. Children and adolescents who learn to manage those feelings at an earlier age have a big advantage in life. It’s an important skill for growing minds!
Families Forward at Community Mental Health Authority of Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties is offering fun and engaging skills-based groups, meeting right at the Grand Ledge Area District Library. These groups will help youth of all ages learn practical skills to help them manage life stress, improve their social skills, and have fun doing it! New participants are always welcome – come join us! No registration necessary.
Please Note: no sessions on Sept. 19, Oct 31, or Dec. 19.
New! Join us for "Meet & Pizza Treat": Oct. 3, Nov. 7, Dec. 5, Jan 9, Feb 6, Mar 5, April 9 and May 4!
For more information, contact Jody Nelson at 517-346-8094.
Come face-to-face with the miscreants who put the “malicious” in Michigan history. Meet the jilted wife who dismembered her husband and planned a getaway with the body parts until her car broke down. Meet the disgruntled bookkeeper who murdered his boss and drove halfway across the country with the corpse. Meet the heiress who just couldn’t take rejection from her blue-collar boyfriend.
Join true-crime author Tobin T. Buhk as he introduces fifteen of the boldest, bloodiest, and most bodacious criminals in the history of the Great Lake State.
Recommended Ages: Adult
Come face-to-face with the miscreants who put the “malicious” in Michigan history. Meet the jilted wife who dismembered her husband and planned a getaway with the body parts until her car broke down. Meet the disgruntled bookkeeper who murdered his boss and drove halfway across the country with the corpse. Meet the heiress who just couldn’t take rejection from her blue-collar boyfriend.
Join true-crime author Tobin T. Buhk as he introduces fifteen of the boldest, bloodiest, and most bodacious criminals in the history of the Great Lake State.
Recommended Ages: Adult
Come decorate a beautiful holiday wreath at this workshop. Reverman Farms supplies fresh, fragrant Fraser Fir greens, mounted on 22” wreath frames as the base for your creativity, and the "Magic Bow Machine" to craft your ribbons into beautiful wreath bows. We'll also provide a selection of ribbons, fruit and floral trims, and pinecones! Please bring any other trims, ribbons, etc. in the colors you wish. We'll craft and create together, for a fresh, fragrant, personalized holiday decoration to beautify your home.
Registration required, Age 16+
Come decorate a beautiful holiday wreath at this workshop. Reverman Farms supplies fresh, fragrant Fraser Fir greens, mounted on 22” wreath frames as the base for your creativity, and the "Magic Bow Machine" to craft your ribbons into beautiful wreath bows. We'll also provide a selection of ribbons, fruit and floral trims, and pinecones! Please bring any other trims, ribbons, etc. in the colors you wish. We'll craft and create together, for a fresh, fragrant, personalized holiday decoration to beautify your home.
Registration required, Age 16+
Lecture & discussion series examines timely topics to illuminate differing points of view without bias. Offered in hybrid in-person/Zoom presentation style as follows:
Zoom link: https://bit.ly/CairnsAndBeacons
Presented by Cairns & Beacon Lectures, hosted by multiple libraries, and supported by a grant from Michigan Humanities. More Information
Lecture & discussion series examines timely topics to illuminate differing points of view without bias. Offered in hybrid in-person/Zoom presentation style as follows:
Zoom link: https://bit.ly/CairnsAndBeacons
Presented by Cairns & Beacon Lectures, hosted by multiple libraries, and supported by a grant from Michigan Humanities. More Information
Love playing Dungeons & Dragons? Want to learn how to play? Join the campaign afterschool on Fridays! No experience necessary!
Recommend Ages: 10-16 yrs old.
Love playing Dungeons & Dragons? Want to learn how to play? Join the campaign afterschool on Fridays! No experience necessary!
Recommend Ages: 10-16 yrs old.
Give the Gift of Reading—help put a “Book on Every Bed” this Christmas! The Grand Ledge Shopping Tour will distribute your donated books to local children at need during their Christmas Party.
Donate gently used or new children's books at GLADL Nov. 11 through Dec. 13.
Give the Gift of Reading—help put a “Book on Every Bed” this Christmas! The Grand Ledge Shopping Tour will distribute your donated books to local children at need during their Christmas Party.
Donate gently used or new children's books at GLADL Nov. 11 through Dec. 13.
Come enjoy coffee, conversation and audience participation for an afternoon of poetry, fun and ideas. This reading presents different perspectives on a general topic and provide the audience with different ways people regard some concepts. Topics include: Nature, Place, Event, Relationships & Self. The six poets will rotate reading one poem on each subject in a quick-paced, expressive poetry reading.=
Recommended Ages: High School to Adult
Come enjoy coffee, conversation and audience participation for an afternoon of poetry, fun and ideas. This reading presents different perspectives on a general topic and provide the audience with different ways people regard some concepts. Topics include: Nature, Place, Event, Relationships & Self. The six poets will rotate reading one poem on each subject in a quick-paced, expressive poetry reading.=
Recommended Ages: High School to Adult
Beginning Ukulele Workshop Series for the Family --Ages 8 to 88
This is a fun way to share the aloha spirit of the ukulele together as an ohana (family in Hawaiian). Taught by Michigan’s Ukulele Ambassador, Ben Hassenger, and sponsored by the Music is the Foundation non-profit; you will learn a brief history of the instrument and all the basics you need to get started playing right away, including:
Loaner ukuleles and a binder to keep your lesson materials and song sheets are provided. Registration Required, class size limited for personalized instruction.
"Looking forward to playing and singing with you soon-- aloha!" Ben Hassenger.
Beginning Ukulele Workshop Series for the Family --Ages 8 to 88
This is a fun way to share the aloha spirit of the ukulele together as an ohana (family in Hawaiian). Taught by Michigan’s Ukulele Ambassador, Ben Hassenger, and sponsored by the Music is the Foundation non-profit; you will learn a brief history of the instrument and all the basics you need to get started playing right away, including:
Loaner ukuleles and a binder to keep your lesson materials and song sheets are provided. Registration Required, class size limited for personalized instruction.
"Looking forward to playing and singing with you soon-- aloha!" Ben Hassenger.
Children and families will enjoy stories, songs, and literacy- enhancing activities. We'll read stories and talk about them, sing together, learn rhymes and finger plays as we build fine and gross motor skills, learn the conventions and structure of language,and have fun too! Craft activities too. Special guests may include musicians, artists and community guest readers too. Birth to age 6.
Children and families will enjoy stories, songs, and literacy- enhancing activities. We'll read stories and talk about them, sing together, learn rhymes and finger plays as we build fine and gross motor skills, learn the conventions and structure of language,and have fun too! Craft activities too. Special guests may include musicians, artists and community guest readers too. Birth to age 6.
Welcome to Stress Busters!
Everyone has big feelings at times. Children and adolescents who learn to manage those feelings at an earlier age have a big advantage in life. It’s an important skill for growing minds!
Families Forward at Community Mental Health Authority of Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties is offering fun and engaging skills-based groups, meeting right at the Grand Ledge Area District Library. These groups will help youth of all ages learn practical skills to help them manage life stress, improve their social skills, and have fun doing it! New participants are always welcome – come join us! No registration necessary.
Please Note: no sessions on Sept. 19, Oct 31, or Dec. 19.
New! Join us for "Meet & Pizza Treat": Oct. 3, Nov. 7, Dec. 5, Jan 9, Feb 6, Mar 5, April 9 and May 4!
For more information, contact Jody Nelson at 517-346-8094.
Welcome to Stress Busters!
Everyone has big feelings at times. Children and adolescents who learn to manage those feelings at an earlier age have a big advantage in life. It’s an important skill for growing minds!
Families Forward at Community Mental Health Authority of Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties is offering fun and engaging skills-based groups, meeting right at the Grand Ledge Area District Library. These groups will help youth of all ages learn practical skills to help them manage life stress, improve their social skills, and have fun doing it! New participants are always welcome – come join us! No registration necessary.
Please Note: no sessions on Sept. 19, Oct 31, or Dec. 19.
New! Join us for "Meet & Pizza Treat": Oct. 3, Nov. 7, Dec. 5, Jan 9, Feb 6, Mar 5, April 9 and May 4!
For more information, contact Jody Nelson at 517-346-8094.
Come out and join us for an evening of fun and friendly competition. We’ll have our Minecraft server set up and the laptops ready to go -- while we follow safe social distancing procedures. Masks required. No experience needed -- all levels of players/builders welcome. Create your own story in the world of Minecraft!
Recommended Ages: 8-12
Come out and join us for an evening of fun and friendly competition. We’ll have our Minecraft server set up and the laptops ready to go -- while we follow safe social distancing procedures. Masks required. No experience needed -- all levels of players/builders welcome. Create your own story in the world of Minecraft!
Recommended Ages: 8-12
Homeschool Coop
Grand Ledge Food Bank always needs donations of the following:
Grand Ledge Food Bank always needs donations of the following:
Learn some STREAM science and explore Michigan's amazing animals through animal artifacts presented by Eaton County Parks Naturalist Jackie Blanc. Jackie might bring almost anything--You might see anything from turtle shells to bird feathers; to animal bones-- or different animal skulls. Use animal artifacts to answer questions about the animals-- How big does this animal get? Does it walk or fly? How many teeth does it have? Explore & learn about Michigan's animals and try your hand sculpting animals in clay! We’ll have PlayDoh to Sculpty-type clays for older kids to use. Some clays can be oven baked for creations you can keep too!
Recommended Ages: 5+
Learn some STREAM science and explore Michigan's amazing animals through animal artifacts presented by Eaton County Parks Naturalist Jackie Blanc. Jackie might bring almost anything--You might see anything from turtle shells to bird feathers; to animal bones-- or different animal skulls. Use animal artifacts to answer questions about the animals-- How big does this animal get? Does it walk or fly? How many teeth does it have? Explore & learn about Michigan's animals and try your hand sculpting animals in clay! We’ll have PlayDoh to Sculpty-type clays for older kids to use. Some clays can be oven baked for creations you can keep too!
Recommended Ages: 5+
Silly Turkeys!
Families can make a fun craft or flex their science muscles at home with our Take Home Craft kits. Each Take-Home Craft kit comes with a set of supplies and instructions. On-line instructions gladl.org/libraryofthings Please note: Some crafts may need materials (scissors, tape, etc.) typically found at home. Kits also include suggested books and other library materials related to the craft. Take Home Craft Kits are available first come, first serve and are made possible in part by a Community Education Grant from Walmart.
Silly Turkeys!
Families can make a fun craft or flex their science muscles at home with our Take Home Craft kits. Each Take-Home Craft kit comes with a set of supplies and instructions. On-line instructions gladl.org/libraryofthings Please note: Some crafts may need materials (scissors, tape, etc.) typically found at home. Kits also include suggested books and other library materials related to the craft. Take Home Craft Kits are available first come, first serve and are made possible in part by a Community Education Grant from Walmart.
Love playing Dungeons & Dragons? Want to learn how to play? Join the campaign afterschool on Fridays! No experience necessary!
Recommend Ages: 10-16 yrs old.
Love playing Dungeons & Dragons? Want to learn how to play? Join the campaign afterschool on Fridays! No experience necessary!
Recommend Ages: 10-16 yrs old.
Give the Gift of Reading—help put a “Book on Every Bed” this Christmas! The Grand Ledge Shopping Tour will distribute your donated books to local children at need during their Christmas Party.
Donate gently used or new children's books at GLADL Nov. 11 through Dec. 13.
Give the Gift of Reading—help put a “Book on Every Bed” this Christmas! The Grand Ledge Shopping Tour will distribute your donated books to local children at need during their Christmas Party.
Donate gently used or new children's books at GLADL Nov. 11 through Dec. 13.
Looking for inexpensive family fun? Enjoy a visit to Potter Park Zoo all year round-- FREE-- when you check out a Family ZooPass from the Grand Ledge Area District Library! A Potter Park Family ZooPass may be used by members of a household (i.e.-- those living in the same home) for FREE Zoo Admission & Free Parking too! For groups larger than your houshold, call Potter Park Zoo Admissions Supervisior at 517-342-2765 to reserve your Group visit time and receive the discount. Special classes and events may require additional fees-- call the zoo at (517) 483-4222 with questions or visit the visit the Potter Park Zoo website for details!
Zoo Passes are NOT memberships and are not transferrable for use at other Zoos.
Parking: *Resident – $3.00 | Non-Resident – $5.00 | Resident Annual Pass – $35.00 | Non-Resident Annual Pass – $45.00
*Resident refers to anyone living in Ingham County. *Kids under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. *Residents are admitted on non-holiday Mondays from 9 a.m. to noon for FREE.
Special Educational & Seasonal events listed here when available:
Sat., Oct 7: College Day Free admission to Potter Park Zoo for students with any current college ID!
Boo at the Zoo Weekends
Looking for inexpensive family fun? Enjoy a visit to Potter Park Zoo all year round-- FREE-- when you check out a Family ZooPass from the Grand Ledge Area District Library! A Potter Park Family ZooPass may be used by members of a household (i.e.-- those living in the same home) for FREE Zoo Admission & Free Parking too! For groups larger than your houshold, call Potter Park Zoo Admissions Supervisior at 517-342-2765 to reserve your Group visit time and receive the discount. Special classes and events may require additional fees-- call the zoo at (517) 483-4222 with questions or visit the visit the Potter Park Zoo website for details!
Zoo Passes are NOT memberships and are not transferrable for use at other Zoos.
Parking: *Resident – $3.00 | Non-Resident – $5.00 | Resident Annual Pass – $35.00 | Non-Resident Annual Pass – $45.00
*Resident refers to anyone living in Ingham County. *Kids under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. *Residents are admitted on non-holiday Mondays from 9 a.m. to noon for FREE.
Special Educational & Seasonal events listed here when available:
Sat., Oct 7: College Day Free admission to Potter Park Zoo for students with any current college ID!
Boo at the Zoo Weekends
