Macomb County Library events week of Sept. 21 and beyond

Center Line Public Library

Clinton-Macomb Public Library

• Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to the North Branch at 6 p.m. Sept. 23 for a fall celebration. The lights and noise will be low, but the cozy vibes high while participants enjoy an apple and pretzel dip bar, fall drink favorites, and a few fun fall crafts, including a DIY fall fleece neck warmer. To register, call 586-226-5083.

• Plant exchange at 11 a.m. Sept. 28 at the North Branch. Trade the extra plants from your outdoor garden with other plant enthusiasts. Bring your extra hostas, coneflowers, and more to exchange for something new. No registration required.

• Visit the North Branch at 7 p.m. Sept. 30 to learn how the Ford Motor Company revived the Michigan Central Station. Learn about the redesign, how it incorporates preservation and placemaking strategies to create an inclusive and inspiring setting, and how adaptive reuse of the historic station connects Detroit's pioneering past to a promising future. To register, call 586-226-5040.

• Families are invited to the South Branch at 3 p.m. Oct. 5 for a not-so-spooky, family-friendly magic show with A2Magic. To register, call 586- 226-5073 to register.

• CMPL is still offering usual book discussion groups and trivia nights online each month. Register for events online at cmpl.libnet.info/events or call 586-226-5000.

CMPL Main Library is located at 40900 Romeo Plank Road, Clinton Township. CMPL is North Branch is at 54100 Broughton Road, Macomb Township. CMPL South Branch located at 35679 South Gratiot Ave., Clinton Township. To register for programs, visit cmpl.libnet.info/events .

Eastpointe Public Library

• Edgar Allan Poe: One Man Show starring Duffy Hudson at 2 p.m. Oct. 3.

• Storytime 10:15 a.m. Oct. 4, 11, 18 and 25.

• Saturday Crafts with Miss Liz for children at noon Oct. 5 and 19.

• The library has an ongoing canned food drive. Non-perishable foods can be dropped off during open hours.

• The library is open to the public and for curbside service and phone reference service during regular hours. Patrons can place holds on items through the catalog or call to request materials.

The library is located at 15875 Oak Ave., Eastpointe. To contact the library or to register for most programs, call 586-445-5096.

Fraser Public Library

• Teen Craft Night Tie Dye Shoes 6-7:30 p.m. Sept. 23. Registration required.

• Cookbook Club: One: Simple One-Pan Wonders 1-3 p.m. Sept. 28 Registration required.

• Knit and Crochet Meet-Up 6:30-8 p.m. Oct. 2. Do you knit? Crochet? Embroider? Do other hand crafts? Maybe you have questions and need the help of other crafters. Even if you don't have a current hand craft project to work on, we would love to see you at our Knit and Crochet Meet-ups. Don't know how to crochet? We've got you covered! Make sure to come ready to learn and we'll teach you how. Don't have any supplies? We can help with that too! Library has crochet hooks, knitting needles and yarn for beginning crafters to borrow. Registration required.

The library is holding programming at 15260/15240 15 Mile Road, Fraser. To register for programming where required, call 586-293-2055

Harrison Township Public Library

• Knitting and Crochet Circle 10 a.m.-noon Sept. 24. Knitters and crocheters of all levels. Bring your own project and supplies. This group is currently accepting donations of yarn, fleece, or craft store gift cards. The group creates and donates to charitable organizations like Beaumont Little Angels, Project Linus, Compassion Pregnancy, and more to give comfort items during times of need.

• Tuesday Night Book Group 7 p.m. Sept. 24. Selection is 'The Maid' by Nita Prose.

• Teen Craft: Resin Keychains and Shoe Tags 5:30-7:30 p.m. Sept. 25. Calling all tweens, teens, and your parents. Join for a crafting night where we design and pour our very own resin key chains. And, we'll also paint our own unique shoelace charms *Note: Resin crafts need time to dry. Please plan for pick up the following day. Registration required.

• Library Happy Hour 2-4 p.m. Sept. 27. Celebrate Library Card Sign-up Month Drop in for a happy hour loaded with mocktails, snacks, crafts, and more fun freebies. All ages welcome – be sure to sign up for a library card if you don't have one yet.

• Lego Club 5-6 p.m. Sept. 27. Kindergarten through 6th graders are invited to drop in and build the weekly theme challenge. We'll display your artwork in the library for all to see. Parents must accompany children.

• Kids Book Bingo 1 p.m. Sept. 28 Those ages 3 and up can come to the library and have a fun-filled hour eating snacks and playing BINGO for a chance to win a brand-new book! Littles might need an adult for help! Space is limited. Registration required.

• Music and Movement with Music Maker Marge 10 a.m. Thursdays through Oct. 31 Children walking through age 5 can enjoy singing, stories, and dancing with Ms. Marge. No registration required. Drop-ins welcome.

• Preschool Storytime 10 a.m. Wednesdays through Oct. 30 Join for fun, stories, rhymes, dancing, and more. For those ages 2-5 years, with a caregiver. Registration not required. Drop-ins welcome.

• Baby Play Group at 10 a.m. Fridays through Oct. 25. Join Ms. Tina for stories, songs, and then play time! This is a great way for babies 6-24 months and parents to spend time together and enjoy themselves while building early literacy skills. Registration not required.

• September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month. Register for a library card or renew your existing card and spin the prize wheel.

• Preschool Storytime 10 a.m. Wednesdays Sept. 11-Oct. 30. Those ages 2-5 years with a caregiver can join for fun, stories, rhymes, dancing, and more. Registration not required.

Residents can request materials be delivered to their homes. Request materials, once notified they are ready for pickup, contact the library at 586-329-1261 to set up delivery time.

The library is located at 38255 L'Anse Creuse St., Harrison Township. Register for classes where required at htlibrary.org .

MacDonald Public Library

• Toddler and Preschool Storytime at 10 a.m. Sept. 24 and 26.

• YA Book Club: Banned Books at 4:30 p.m. Sept. 24

• Homeschool Hangout: Lego Science at 11 a.m. Sept. 25.

• MacDonald Public Library Board Meeting at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 25.

• Writers' Thursday at 5:30 p.m. Sept. 26.

• Baby and Me Storytime at 10 a.m. Sept. 27.

Most programs require registration. To sign up for programs or find more events, visit macdonaldlibrary.org and click on "events." To contact the library, send an email to or call 586-725-0273. The library is open and available for visits Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Friday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The library is located at 36480 Main St., New Baltimore.

Romeo Graubner Library

• Preschool Storytime 10:30 a.m. Sept. 25. Join for stories, songs, movement, and a take home craft! For ages 3-5. No registration required.

• Data declutter and account security at 2 p.m. Sept. 26. Secure and simplify user names, passwords and logins for shopping, banking and email accounts. Bring your personal devices to learn "hands-on" about security tools. Registration required.

The library is located at 65821 Van Dyke, Washington Township. For more information or to register where required, call 586-752-0603.

Romeo Kezar Library

• Crochet Club 5:30 p.m. Sept. 24. Sit and chat by the fireplace as attendees work on projects. Beginners to experts are welcome, as are knitters and other needle arts. This is not an instructional class, but come meet like-minded people who share tips and inspiration.

• Whatcha' Readin'? 11 a.m. Sept. 28 Love talking about books and what you have been reading? Like giving recommendations and getting them from friends? Want to find out what the new books being published are? This is the group for you! Let's share our love of reading together and get your next "to be read" pile started! Snacks provided.

The library is located at 107 Church Street, Romeo. For more information or to register where required, call 586-752-2583.

Roseville Public Library

• Storytime 10 a.m. Sept. 23 and 30. Those age 0 to 5 and their caregivers can join Miss Amanda for stories, songs, movement and crafts that encourage the development of early learning skills. No registration required.

• Fancy Fall Foliage Wreaths 6 p.m. Sept. 24. Adults can create their own fall wreath. Add your own splash of pumpkin spice with acorns and pinecones on top of grapevine wreaths. Registration required.

• Teen Community Service 5 p.m. Sept. 25 High school students age 14-18 Need service hours? You can make cat and dog blankets and toys for the local animal rescue group, the Macomb County Animal Shelter, at the library and get credit for volunteering for that organization. Registration required.

• Mini and Me 10 a.m. Sept. 27 for those age 0-5 and caretakers, Children will get a chance to play and socialize with others their age, while the adults get to network and trade stories and tips. No registration required.

• Monster Painting 6 p.m. Oct. 1. Join for a spook-tacular evening of art, giggles, and colorful chaos. Our Monster Painting Craft Night is a fang-tastic opportunity to channel your inner Van Gogh (or should we say 'Van Ghouls'?). Registration required.

• Papotage and Cie: Talk-Time in French at 6 p.m. Oct. 2 and . Those ages 11 to adult who have learned or are learning French to practice their skills with each other and a native speaker. No registration required.

• Booked for the Evening at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 3. Selection is 'The Immortalists' by Chloe Benjamin. No registration required.

• Bundles for children. Fill in the form that can be found on the website, social media or in the newsletter and choose up to three topics or themes and a librarian will put together five books and place them on hold for you to pick up.

• Book Match Submit a Book Match form that can be found on the website, social media or in the newsletter. More detailed responses will result in better recommendations. After finishing the form expect to receive a custom reading list within 10 business days.

• Homework Help Tutor.com offers live assistance from tutors.

• Librarians are offering chat reference on Facebook at facebook.com/RosevillePublicLibraryMI . Library patrons may continue to ask questions through comments on the library's Facebook page and via email at or by calling 586-445-5407.

The library is located at 29777 Gratiot Ave.

St. Clair Shores Public Library

• Little Yogi Yoga 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays starting Sept. 25 for four weeks. Children 6-8 years of age will join instructor Jenn Perkins for a 30-minute playful yoga class that includes movement, mindfulness, and a story to create a calm mind.Activities are suitable for all abilities and are sensory-friendly. You may bring your own mat or one will be provided. Registration required and starts Sept. 16.

• Adult Drop-In Makerspace 6-7 p.m. Sept. 26 Stop in and try out some of the library's different makerspace equipment.

• 1st Stop for Tots will be at 10 a.m. Mondays on the grounds of the Selinksy-Green Farmhouse Museum includes 30 minutes of songs, rhymes and a story. In case of inclement weather, the program will be cancelled. To inquire if 1st Stop is cancelled, call the library at 586-771-9020 or check the library's Facebook page.

• 1st Stop For Tots At Home kits. Families with children between the age of birth and age three that reside in St. Clair Shores can request a kit. They contain one board book, one Easy book, on shaky egg, once scarf, one set of bells, two rhythm sticks, one Basic Skills Practice Ring set, a rhyme booklet, a tips sheet and TALK promotional materials for families to keep. To reserve a kit, call the library at 586-771-9020, stop at the Youth Services Desk or email

• The Youth Services department, with the help of grant funding, has created 14 explorer packs for children and families to check out. Each pack contains learning tools, non fiction books, activity sheets, identification guides and other manipulatives centered on an outdoor activity. Topics include insects, bird watching, astronomy water, hiking, plants and rocks. To check out an Explorer pack or for more information, ask at the Youth Services Desk.

The library is located at 22500 E. 11 Mile Road, St. Clair Shores. Registration can be done available online through the library's website, scslibrary.org; in person, via phone at 586-771-9020, or via email to

Shelby Township Public Library

• Tech Talks 10 a.m. Mondays. Bring your coffee and curiosity as our tech librarian covers popular topics in the technology world. For beginners and those wanting to learn a little more. All learners are welcome.

For up to date program schedules visit shelbytwp.org/library or visit the Library's Facebook page.

Additionally, library staff will be available by phone at 586-739-7414 or by email at for assistance. All digital services are available at shelbytwp.org/library.

The library is located at 52610 Van Dyke Avenue, Shelby Township

Sterling Heights Public Library

• Library cardholders can reserve a time to use the Maker's Space by appointment. Look for Maker Space Lab on the program calendar.

• Biblio Book Box offered for adults and Teen Book Box for teens offered every month. Register and a librarian will will pick a book based on user's preferences and include a surprise.

• Toddler Time and Preschool storytimes are both offered at 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays. Registration is required. Check the library calendar for full details.

• PAWS for Reading 6-7 p.m. Tuesdays. The first 10 children to check in at the youth desk on Tuesday nights will be able to read to a therapy dog.

• The Upton House is open for self guided tours from 1-4 p.m. every Wednesday and second Sunday of the month. Register up to six people in a household. Registration only required for Wednesdays.

• Sterling Heights Public Library will continue curbside materials service, phone service, and home delivery/outreach service on Monday – Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday from 1-5 p.m. and Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. In addition, 24/7 digital library services are available at shpl.net.

The library is located at 40255 Dodge Park Road, Sterling Heights. For more information or to register, visit shpl.net or call 586-446-2640.

Warren Public Libraries

• Warren Public Library is distributing My First Library Bags at all four library branches for children from birth through age five who are Warren residents. Children can stop by any Warren Public Library branch with their parents or caregivers to receive a free bag. The bags for babies from birth through age two include a board book, sensory ball, bib, and a list of library resources in a reusable tote bag. The bags for ages three through five include a picture book, egg shaker, and a growth chart in a reusable tote bag. Bags available while supplies last and are designed to help develop early literacy skills by encouraging adults to talk, sing, read, write, and play with young children every day to help every child get ready to read and succeed when kindergarten begins.

• All Warren public library branches will be able to offer a telescope for patrons to check out with a valid library card thanks to being selected to be part of NASA My Library, an education initiative to increase and enhance science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM) opportunities for library patrons. The Warren Civic Center library will offer telescope events throughout the year as well.

Warren Burnette Branch Library

The library is located at 23345 Van Dyke Avenue. Registration can be done online at warrenlibrary.net or by calling 586-353-0579.

Warren Busch Branch Library

• Grab-and-Go Science at Busch Branch Library has science themed kits available for check out exploring topics in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) with fun and kid-friendly hands on activities. Each kit also contains a related book and instructions. For children, tweens and teens ages six and up, recommended ages vary by kit and activity. More kits will be added to the collection soon. They can be checked out for 21 days and renewed up to two times and must be checked out and returned to the Busch Branch.

The library is located at 23333 Ryan Road, Warren.

Warren Civic Center Library

• Children's Book Boxes, a subscription box program for children in grades 3-5. To sign up you must live in Warren and have a valid Warren Library card. Each box will contain 1-2 library books selected based on your preferences and one free book to keep. Boxes will contain fun surprises too! Sign up online at warrenlibrary.net/childrens-book-boxes .

• PAWS To Read 5-6 p.m. Wednesdays. Children of all ages can come and read to therapy dog Desmond. The PAWS program welcomes new and struggling readers to read to a certified therapy dog. The goal is to provide a non-judgmental atmosphere in which kids can read without correction or interruption and learn not just to read, but to love reading as well. No registration required.

The library is located at 1 City Square, Suite 100, Warren.

All Macomb County libraries, as part of the Suburban Library Cooperative, subscribe to RB Digital which has over 100 digital magazines that can be checked out immediately. They also offer educational services through Tutor.com, which provides homework help, test preparation and term paper and resume review. Students can use their student ID number to access those services. Items for Library events should be emailed at least two weeks in advance of events to

— Macomb Daily staff