Latitudes: Summer 2011 by Ypsilanti District Library

Latitudes IT’S ALL AT THE YPSILANTI DISTRICT LIBRARY

SUMMER

2011

CROSSROADS MUSIC FESTIVAL PAG E 3

SUMMER READING

BLOOM! PAG E 2

LIBERTY AWAKES READING SIDEKICKS

PAG E 2

PAG E 9

NEW! eBOOKS PAG E 2

WHO’S IN MY BACK YARD? PAG E 7

P L U S PA R A D E S , P U P P E T S H O W, H A RV E S T P A RT Y

Summer Reading Goes Green Sign up for Summer Reading in person at any YDL location beginning June 1. Program runs through August 20. Read! Grow! Bloom! ( 1 2 – U N D E R ) This summer is all about gardening and recycling! Read your favorite books (or have someone read to you) and attend our fun storytimes and programs that include free crafts, games, theater, movies, and music. Your goal is to spend 900 minutes (15 hours) in reading activities this summer. Everything counts, including audiobooks and listening to and reading aloud to someone else. Collect a small prize when you reach the halfway point at 450 minutes. When you reach 900 minutes, you’ll get to choose a brand-new paperback book of your own to keep. Need some help reaching your goal? Sign up for a Reading Sidekick (one of our teen volunteers—see p. 9 for details).

Ypsilanti District Library location by 6 pm on August 20 to be entered in the drawing. To cover a square on your Bingo card, participate in Reading Sidekicks (see p. 9 for details). Grow Your Mind! ( A D U LT S ) Adults who read or listen to eight or more books this summer will receive a gift. You can access your reading log at ypsilibrary.org. All completed logs received by 6 pm on Saturday, August 20 will be entered into a prize drawing. Sign up in person at any YDL location beginning June 1.

Get Your Green On! ( T E E N S 1 3 – 1 8 ) Teens, we challenge you to complete five tasks and make a BINGO across, down, or diagonally to win a free book and enter your name in a drawing for cool prizes! You must turn in your BINGO card at any

New! eBooks @ YDL

Thanks to You T H A N K S I N PA RT to community support

Y D L H A S S U B S C R I B E D via OverDrive to a

from patrons like you, construction on the Teen Zone will begin soon on the lower level of YDL-Michigan Avenue. We look forward to a Grand Opening in early fall!

service offering eBooks and eAudiobooks for download. The collection includes more than 2,000 of each. This service is compatible with many mobile devices and both PC and Mac computers. To get to the Download Destination website, visit www.ypsilibrary.org. For details, call a YDL reference desk: 482-4110, Whittaker, (ext. 1377), Michigan (ext. 1385), and Superior (ext. 1391).

WA N T T O H E L P YDL flourish for years to

come? Consider making a contribution to YDL’s Endowment Fund, an affiliate of the Ypsilanti Area Community Fund. To learn more about the tax benefits or make a donation, go to www.aaacf.org/ypsilanti.

L i b e r t y Aw a k e s : Wo m e n W i n t h e Vo t e Liberty Awakes in Washtenaw County: Women Win the Vote YDL-Michigan Avenue, May 16–August 9 Guided Tour, Wednesday, June 15, 7 pm This exhibit gives a rare look at Washtenaw County’s efforts to win the women’s vote. Join us on the soapbox and ballot box on Wednesday, June 15 at 7 pm as Zoe Behnke hosts a presentation and tour. Jeanine DeLay is co-curator of the exhibit.

6th Annual Crossroads Music Festival O N J U LY 1 5 , Crossroads will host the City-Wide Folk/Roots Fest (6–10 pm). The Library Park Plaza will be filled with the allacoustic, family-friendly sounds of four local favorites: Eric Moore (pictured), Michael Lipson, Jesse Passage, and BJ Walraven with View. Other folk/roots/Americana artists will perform at various afterglow parties at other local venues.

Friday evenings, July 8–August 18 YDL-Michigan, Library Park Plaza and Washington Street, Downtown Ypsilanti Now in its sixth year in historic downtown Ypsilanti, the Crossroads Music Festival will stage performances on Washington Street every Friday from July 8–August 18. YDL joins the fun, hosting the Library Park Stage on July 8, July 15, and August 12. Crossroads kicks off its 2011 season on July 8, 6–10 pm with the Townie All-Star Party on the Washington Street Stage.

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6–10 pm, the Crossroads Washington Street Stage will host the A2/Ypsi Legends featuring George Bedard and Steve Nardella (pictured), backed by a full band.

O N J U LY 8 , the Library Stage features Gemini, nationally known children’s music performers (and twin brothers) Sandor and Laszlo Slomovits, who will perform Good Mischief at 7 pm. Children at the library by 6:15 pm will practice to be part of an impromptu children’s choir and join Gemini on stage for several songs during their performance. Bring your children and let them show off their star qualities!

At 6:30 pm, the Library Stage features Shout It Out, a mix of musical and spoken word performances, and visual art by teens/for teens. Teens will perform work they’ve created with assistance from Community Records, 826michigan, Ozone House, and visual work created with artist Casey Dixon (see p. 11). Shout it Out will end with informal Wii Guitar Hero competitions. For more information, visit ypsicrossroads.org.

Sponsored by the Ypsilanti Kiwanis Club

PROGRAM SCHEDULE: JUNE Most programs are drop-in, and space is on a first-come, first-served basis. To register for programs, go to ypsilibrary.org or call the phone number listed. W

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Superior Learning Garden ( A L L A G E S ) YDL-Superior, Saturday, June 4, Noon–3 pm Learn by doing! Help us plant a bountiful vegetable garden at YDL-Superior, then watch it grow all summer long. S

S Superior Green Fair ( A L L A G E S ) YDL-Superior, Sat., June 11, 11:30 am–2 pm Kick off this year’s Summer Reading Program and celebrate living green with food, games, crafts, and info from local organizations. Sign up and start earning points toward your summer reading goal.

Friends, Food and Finals! ( T E E N ) Monday–Thursday, June 6, 7, 8, 9 W YDL-Whittaker, 1:30–8:30 pm M YDL-Michigan, 2–5 pm S YDL-Superior, 2–5 pm (special hours) Join us for drinks, snacks, study aids, and help from friends as you cram for exams. 3

PROGRAM SCHEDULE: JUNE M Read! Grow! Bloom! Summer Reading Kick-Off @ YDL-Michigan ( Y O U T H ) Saturday, June 11, Noon–2 pm Sign up for Summer Reading and enjoy an energetic, action-packed storytime led by Casey Dixon. Fly Art Center shows you how to make instruments from recycled materials. Then join staff from Ann Arbor School of Performing Arts to make rhythmic music. Decorate a planter made from recycled materials and plant a seed to take home. All events on the Library Park Plaza, moving indoors in case of rain.

W Vacation Journals ( A G E S 6 – 1 2 ) YDL-Whittaker, Story Room Friday, June 17, 1–2 pm Decorate a journal to record your family vacation or camp experiences.

M Eric Carle’s Birthday Party ( Y O U T H ) YDL-Michigan, Sat., June 18, 10:30 am–Noon Celebrate the birthday of Eric Carle, author of The Very Hungry Caterpillar, with an action-based storytime, caterpillar cupcakes, and fun activities. See butterfly chrysalises—who knows, maybe they’ll open in time for the party!

M Beats, Rhymes, and Life (TEEN) YDL-Michigan, Saturdays, June 18– August 6 (no session 7/2), Noon–1:30 pm Hey teens! Compose, record, and perform your own song in just seven weeks, and get a CD of your original song. Recording artist Tony Morgan provides training and technical assistance. All teens can perform at Shout It Out, a concert for and by teens on August 12 (see p. 3). Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1390.

W Puppet Show ( Y O U T H ) Saturday, June 11, 2–3 pm YDL-Whittaker, Community Room Learn about reducing, reusing, and recycling from the puppet show No More Litter in Oz, an update of the classic film. Audience volunteers will demonstrate the marionettes, followed by a behind-thescenes look at the workings of the show. Sign up for Summer Reading afterward.

M Food, Inc. ( A D U LT ) YDL-Michigan, Monday, June 20, 6 pm Watch and discuss the Oscar-nominated documentary Food, Inc., which reveals surprising and often shocking truths about what we eat, how it’s produced, and what we consume as a nation. Ypsilanti Food Co-op’s Lisa Bashert leads a discussion after the movie.

M Javascript Class ( A D U LT ) YDL-Michigan, Mondays, Series of 4 sessions: 6/13, 6/27, 7/11, 7/25, 6:30–8:30 pm Web programmer and database designer Marco Cabrera shows you the inner workings of JavaScript. Students must have basic knowledge of HTML and CSS. Bring your laptop or use ours. Students must be able to attend all 4 sessions. Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1385.

Father’s Day Craft ( A G E S 5 – 1 2 ) S YDL-Superior Tuesday, June 14, 12:30–1:30 pm M YDL-Michigan Wednesday, June 15, 2–3 pm W YDL- Whittaker Thursday, June 16, 6–7 pm Show Dad your love by personalizing a keychain and a card especially for him.

W Grow Your Travel Dreams ( A L L A G E S ) YDL-Whittaker, Community Room Monday, June 20, 7–9 pm Five years ago, the Jackson family embarked on a worldwide trip to 6 continents and 32 countries. Meet this local family of four and learn how they accomplished this on a modest income.

M Liberty Awakes Exhibit Tour (ALL AGES) YDL-Michigan, Wednesday, June 15, 7 pm Co-curator Zoe Behnke gives an in-depth tour of the Liberty Awakes exhibit that chronicles local women’s efforts to win the right to vote. Runs through August 9

Plant a Rain Garden ( A D U LT ) YDL-Whittaker, Community Room Tuesday, June 21, 6:30–8:30 pm A rain garden is a beautiful and easy way to keep pollutants out of our local waterways. Susan Bryan from the Huron River Watershed Council shows you how! W

S Paint a Flower Pot! ( A G E S 8 – 1 8 ) YDL-Superior, Thursday, June 16, 5–7 pm Paint a flower pot to make it especially yours, then plant a gorgeous flower in it. Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1391.

P R O G R A M S C H E D U L E : J U N E / J U LY

Caterpillar to Butterfly ( A G E S 5 – 1 2 ) YDL-Whittaker, Story Room Thursday, June 23, 1:30–2:30 pm Listen to the story Charlie the Caterpillar by comedian Dom DeLuise and be inspired to make a butterfly mask.

Michigan Giant Silk Moths ( A L L A G E S ) YDL-Whittaker, Community Room Sunday, June 26, 2–4 pm Michigan is home to some of the world’s most impressive giant silk moths. Learn about them and other Michigan insects. A few newly-hatched larvae will be given to patrons to take home.

W Grow Tissue Flowers ( Y O U T H ) YDL-Whittaker, Story Room Friday, June 24, 2–4 pm Make flowers, flowers, flowers: all colors and sizes to place in your room to celebrate the arrival of summer.

W Stuffed Animal Sleepover ( Y O U T H ) YDL-Whittaker, Story Room Monday, June 27, 6:30–7:30 pm Kids, come in your PJs and bring your second favorite stuffed animal to the library for bedtime stories. Stuffed animals spend the night at the library. The next morning, see pictures of their overnight adventures.

M Meet Meteorologist Andrew Humphrey

(YOUTH)

YDL-Michigan, Saturday, June 25, 11 am Ever wondered how tornadoes form? Why the clouds look the way they do? What technologies help forecast the weather? Andrew Humphrey, Emmy Award-winning meteorologist at WDIV-TV, talks about why he became a meteorologist and what it’s like to work as one. There will be plenty of time for questions and answers after the presentation.

W Spinning Tops ( Y O U T H ) YDL-Whittaker, Story Room Tuesday, June 28, 1–2 pm, Transform a marble and an old CD into a spinning top.

Water Bottle Holders ( A G E S 6 – 1 2 ) YDL-Whittaker, Story Room Thursday, June 30, 1:30–2:30 pm Color a canvas water bottle holder to keep your water cold as you work in the garden this summer. W

JULY on the series and refresh your memory before seeing the latest release. Check ypsilibrary.org for titles and dates.

Bookmobile & Bikes on Parade (ALL AGES) Cross Street, Ypsilanti Monday, July 4, 10:30–Noon Decorate your bike, wagon, or tricycle and join YDL’s bookmobile in Ypsilanti’s Independence Day Parade. Children ages 10 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1316.

W Flower Pots: Decoupage (AGES 8–12) YDL-Whittaker, Story Room Friday, July 8, 2–4 pm Bring in your favorite paper napkin pattern or choose one of ours and decoupage the design onto a flower pot.

M Zillion Sew-in and Extensions ( A D U LT ) YDL-Michigan, Thursday, July 7, 6 pm Tired of sitting long hours for Zillions? Kelissa Bass of African View Braiding Academy demonstrates how to prepare hair for a new hair-braiding technique. Also covers other techniques on video. Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1385.

M Settlers of Catan ( A G E S 1 3 – U P ) YDL-Michigan, Friday, July 8, 2–4 pm Learn Settlers of Catan, a hip new board game where you assume the role of settlers and try to build your settlement. James Conniff of Fun4All demonstrates the game, followed by time for play.

M Townie All-Star Party with Gemini: Crossroads Music Festival ( A L L A G E S ) YDL-Michigan, Library Park Plaza Friday, July 8, 6–8:30 pm See Crossroads description on p. 3.

W Harry Potter Movie Marathon (ALL AGES) YDL-Whittaker, Community Room Thursday, July 7–14, 1:30–4:30 pm (no movie on 7 /10) We’ll be showing the Harry Potter movies in order, one per day. Catch up

P R O G R A M S C H E D U L E : J U LY W Orchids 101 ( A D U LT ) YDL-Whittaker, Community Room Tuesday, July 12, 6:30–8:30 pm Love orchids but want to know more about their care? Neal Foster, founder of the Ann Arbor Orchid Society, explains everyday care, repotting, and selecting the right orchid for your home environment. Drawing for a free orchid! M

Be a Good Pet Owner ( Y O U T H ) YDL-Michigan, Saturday, July 9, 11am Owning a pet isn’t just a privilege; it’s a responsibility. Bringing home a pet is a serious commitment, but can bring you years of unconditional love. The Humane Society of Huron Valley offers tips on keeping your companion healthy and happy. Meet a dog and cat that need a second chance at finding a forever home.

S Book Bags ( A G E S 8 – 1 8 ) YDL-Superior, Thursday, July 14, 6–7:30 pm Use a carved-out book to make a bag to carry your stuff in. Decorate it and make a custom strap. Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1391.

Bees in Your Backyard: Help Your Local Pollinators ( A D U LT ) YDL-Michigan, Thursday, July 14, 7 pm Local filmmaker Barbara Lucas and beekeeper Lisa Bashert present Lucas’ short film, The Pollinator Pyramid, which describes the plight of honeybees and what you can do to help. You’ll leave knowing more than you ever thought possible about the mysterious world of bees!

W What’s Eating My Plants? ( A D U LT ) YDL-Whittaker, Community Room Sunday, July 10, 2–4 pm Master Gardener Carol Brodbeck helps you identify common garden “guests” and distinguish between the good ones and the pests. Get tips on environmentally sound methods of integrated pest control for your vegetable and flower gardens. Contest and drawing for a free gardening product. Children 10+ welcome to attend with an adult.

W Quidditch ( Y O U T H ) YDL-Whittaker, Community Room Friday, July 15, 2:30–4:30 pm In honor of Harry Potter movies, we’ve designed a version of Quidditch, a wizarding sport played on broomsticks, that Muggles can play! Arrive on time to be assigned to a house/team. Costumes encouraged but not required.

Return of the Gnomes ( A D U LT ) YDL-Michigan, Mondays, July 11 and August 1, 6:30–8:30 pm Back by popular demand! Ceramic artist Jennifer Thompson of Chelsea guides you in creating a work of garden art. Build a clay gnome the first session and paint it the second. Must be able to attend both sessions. Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1385.

M Folk/Roots Fest: Crossroads Music Festival ( A L L A G E S ) YDL-Michigan, Library Park Plaza Friday, July 15, 7–8:30 pm See Crossroads description on p. 3.

M Beautiful Recycling: Make a Mosaic Stepping Stone ( A L L A G E S ) YDL-Michigan, Saturday, July 16, 10:30 am Create a lasting piece of garden art with your own special memories. We provide concrete mix, pie plates, glass scraps, and tools. Bring small objects (about 1” square) like glass pieces, rocks, shells, broken ceramic or china, and small metal objects. In the Library Plaza, weather permitting. Kids must be accompanied by participating adults. Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1385.

M Make Delicious Salad Dressings (ADULT) YDL-Michigan, Tuesday, July 12, 4 pm Pick up your salad fixins’ at the Farmer’s Market kitty corner from the library, then join a local chef at the library to learn how to make yummy salad dressings and homemade mayonnaise. Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1385.

W Garden Party ( Y O U T H ) YDL-Whittaker, Community Room Saturday, July 16, 1–2 pm Join us for a party featuring face painting, crafts, balloons, and a parachute game.

P R O G R A M S C H E D U L E : J U LY / A U G U S T M

Mosaic Stepping Stones ( A G E S 8 –1 8 ) YDL-Superior, Saturday, July 16, 2– 4 pm We’ll teach you the art of mosaic so you can make a beautiful outdoor treasure. Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1391. S

EMU Green Tour

(GRADES 9–12)

YDL-Michigan, Tuesday, July 26, 1–3 pm Meet at the Michigan Avenue library and walk to EMU to join Energy and Sustainability Manager Steven Moore for a guided campus tour highlighting new “green” building features and campus recycling.

W Mother/Daughter Tea Party ( Y O U T H ) YDL-Whittaker, Community Room Sunday, July 17, 2– 4 pm Girls, come decked out in your favorite garden party outfit and learn all about tea: how, when, and where it comes from. We’ll have a lesson in proper tea etiquette. Bring your own cup and saucer. For girls 6–12 and their moms (and/or grandmas). Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1340.

W Who’s Been in My Back Yard? (AGES 7–12) YDL-Whittaker, Story Room Saturday, July 30, 2–3 pm Get the scoop on poop as you learn to identify common wildlife by their tracks and scat (poop), using fake scat.

W Catching Fireflies ( Y O U T H ) YDL-Whittaker, Story Room Monday, July 18, 1:30–3 pm Listen to the story When Lightning Comes in a Jar by Patricia Polacco and decorate a jar for fireflies.

Yarn Orbs ( A L L A G E S ) YDL-Superior, Saturday, July 30, 2–3:30 pm Create an unbelievable indoor or outdoor decoration using yarn, glue, and a balloon you pop. Finish with glitter or confetti. S

Reiki Healing ( A D U LT ) YDL-Michigan, Monday, July 18, 6:30–8:30 pm Reiki (pronounced ray-key) is a Japanese energy healing technique. Reiki practitioner Marco Cabrera leads a discussion about legends of Reiki, its current application, and demonstrates Reiki on volunteers. Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1385.

AUGUST Bloom Where You’re Planted! ( T E E N ) YDL-Whittaker, Story Room Friday, August 5, 2– 4 pm Make your own journal cover to record experiences that help you “bloom where you’re planted.” W

W Drawstring Bags ( Y O U T H ) YDL-Whittaker, Story Room Tuesday, July 19, 1–2 pm Recycle pant legs to make a small tote bag.

W After-Hours Coffeehouse ( T E E N ) YDL-Whittaker, Friday, August 5, 6 pm Come to an after-hours event just for teens with plenty of food, games, and music. Check in at 6 —we’ll party until 8 pm.

W Fairy Houses in Your Back Yard (YOUTH) YDL-Whittaker, Community Room Friday, July 22, 2– 4 pm Build your very own fairy house, along with a summer fairy that will live there. All materials provided.

W Bushels of Laughs with Clowns (ALL AGES) YDL-Whittaker, Community Room Saturday, August 6, 2– 4 pm Celebrate National Clown Week with an afternoon of informal face painting and balloon sculpture, followed by a high-energy variety show by Clowns Around Redford.

Nature’s Recyclers: Vultures, Rats, and Roaches ( Y O U T H ) Saturday, July 23 M YDL-Michigan, 10:30 am W YDL-Whittaker, 12:30 pm S YDL-Superior, 3 pm Learn to love nature’s unhuggables with a visit from a vulture, rat, and roaches. Presenters from the Leslie Science and Nature Center explain the essential role of scavengers in our everyday lives.

M Tae Kwon Do Demonstration ( Y O U T H ) YDL-Michigan, Saturday, August 6, 2 pm Learn about the Korean martial art Tae Kwon Do with Grand Master Jamie Johnson of the North American Tae Kwon Do Academy. Includes a demonstration.

W Garden of Glass ( A G E S 7 – 1 2 ) YDL-Whittaker, Story Room Monday, August 8, 1–2 pm Make a flower or insect stained-glass window using tag board and markers.

PROGRAM SCHEDULE: AUGUST Grow into the Next Grade ( A G E S 5 – 1 2 ) W YDL-Whittaker Thursday, August 18, 1:30–2:30 pm M YDL-Michigan Wednesday, August 24, 2–3 pm S YDL-Superior Saturday, August 27, 2–3:30 pm Add your personality to your own back-to-school pencil box. Use markers, stickers, jewels, and crayons.

Make-It,Take-It for Grownups ( A D U LT ) YDL-Whittaker, Community Room Tuesday, August 9, 7–9 pm We’ll use recycled/natural materials for home/garden projects. W

S Make a Volcano ( A G E S 8 – 1 8 ) YDL-Superior, Thursday, August 11, 6–7:30 pm Create your own volcano out of dough that really erupts. It’s gushingly messy fun!

Summer Reading Finale @ the Heritage Festival ( Y O U T H ) Downtown & Riverside Park, Ypsilanti Saturday, August 20, 10 am–6 pm Celebrate your summer reading achievements during the Ypsilanti Heritage Festival. March with the bookmobile in the parade (registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1316). Plant and insect costumes are encouraged. In the afternoon, join us at the Children’s Activity Tent and make a craft to take home.

M Shout It Out: Crossroads Music Festival ( A L L A G E S ) YDL-Michigan, Library Park Plaza Friday, August 12, 6:30–8 pm A mix of musical and spoken word performances and visual art by teens/for teens. See Crossroads description, page 3.

W Sports Cards, Memorabilia, and Comic Show ( A L L A G E S ) Saturday, August 13, Noon–5 pm YDL-Whittaker, Community Room Dealers, collectors, hobbyists, and casual fans are welcome to buy, sell, and trade their sports cards, memorabilia, merchandise, and comic books. Call 482-4110 ext. 1323 to reserve a display space. Free tables and admission.

Post On Craigslist ( A D U LT ) YDL-Michigan, Tuesday, August 23, 10 am-Noon; Thursday, August 25, 6–8 pm Learn how to profit from the most popular internet classifieds on the web. Topics include searching and posting listings and staying safe. Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1385.

W Teen Ink: Getting Published ( T E E N ) YDL-Whittaker, Story Room Monday, August 15, 12:30 –1:30 pm Written a poem, story, or book you’d like to get published? Local author Lara Zielin offers tips and tricks, from figuring out the right market to contacting editors and avoiding publishing scams.

W Heritage Festival Costumes ( Y O U T H ) YDL-Whittaker, Community Room Monday, August 15, 1:30–2:30 pm Make fantasy insect costumes with wings and a headpiece to wear in the Heritage Festival parade on Saturday, August 20.

S Harvest Party ( A L L A G E S ) YDL-Superior, Thursday, August 25, 5–6 pm Celebrate the harvest from the Superior garden by eating from it! Make fresh salsa and taste other healthy summer dishes.

W Kindergarten Kick-Off ( Y O U T H ) YDL-Whittaker, Story Room Monday, August 15, 7–8 pm YDL wants to work with parents to raise a community of readers. Kick off this important school year with resources, tips, and materials to help prepare your kindergartner to learn to read. Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1340.

YDL-Fantasy Football ( A L L A G E S ) YDL-Whittaker, Saturday, August 27, Noon Get in the huddle with YDL Fantasy Football. Create a team, draft players, compete against other patrons for top honors, and win a prize. Our Live Online Draft starts at noon. Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1323. W

Summer Vegetarian Cooking (ALL AGES) Tuesday, August 16, 6–7:30 pm YDL-Whittaker, Community Room Want to eat healthier by adopting a vegan or vegetarian diet? Chef Bee Mayhew, owner of Beezy’s, shares delicious ways to eat with a social conscience and appreciate local and seasonal ingredients. W

M End of Summer Fun ( A G E S 1 3 – U P ) YDL-Michigan, Library Park Plaza Saturday, August 27, 2–5 pm Join Michigan Avenue TAG members for a treasure hunt, kick ball, capture the flag, and more. Then munch on snacks!

ONGOING EVENTS

Ongoing Events @ YDL-Whittaker Register at ypsilibrary.org or call the contact number listed. Wacky Wednesdays ( Y O U T H ) Wednesdays, 3–4:30 pm, 6/15– 8/17 Join us for wacky shenanigans this summer. We’ll decorate pots, make a terrarium, do leaf rubbings, make root beer, watch Bee Movie, make edible birds’ nests, more. Go to ypsilibrary.org for information. W

826michigan Writing Workshops (YOUTH) Wednesdays, 5:30–6:30 pm 6/15–7/27, Conference Room 1C Drop in to discover the writer within and improve your writing skills. W

Reading Sidekicks ( Y O U T H / T E E N ) Tuesdays, 2–3 pm, 6/14, 21, 28 7/5, 12, 19, 26, and 8/2, 9, 16 Kids and teens are paired as Reading Sidekicks to advance reading skills. The first meeting on June 14 is a pair-up party to match teens with junior readers. W

W TAG Teen Advisory Group ( T E E N S ) Wednesdays, 7–8 pm, 6/15, 7/20, 8/17 YDL wants input from teens about programs tailored to 13–19 year-olds who love the library. We do crafts, eat pizza and popcorn, and plan teen events. Get volunteer hours just for coming!

W Youth Actors of Ypsilanti ( A G E S 8 – 1 2 ) Sundays, 6/19-8/14, 1:30–3:30 pm and Thursdays, 6/23–8/18, 3–5 pm Casting call for teen drama students: info meeting Sunday, June 8 at 4 pm. Audition on June 15–16 from 3–5 pm for an end-of-summer performance.

W TYDL Wave ( T E E N ) Saturdays, 2–5 pm, 6/18, 7/16, 8/20 The best in anime is brought to you monthly by Jeffrey Hackett.

W Lego Night ( FA M I LY ) Tuesdays, 6–8 pm Encourage young imaginations to transform Legos into functional machines or fantastic creatures.

W Get Connected @ YDL Want to improve your computer skills? YDL offers free hands-on computer training. Register at 482-4110 ext. 1377.

Book Groups @ YDL-Whittaker Registration is suggested; go to ypsilibrary.org or call the contact number listed. Mother/Daughter Club ( G R A D E S 4 – 6 ) Mondays (6/20, 7/18, 8/22) at 7 pm in the Story Room. Get together for a great discussion with other girls and their moms or other significant women in their lives. Books furnished. Register: 482-4110 ext. 1343.

Teen Books and Bites ( T E E N ) Pick up a copy of each month’s book from the Youth Desk and join other teens to discuss it at 7 pm in the Story Room on Wednesdays, July 13 and August 10. Details: 482-4110 ext. 1341.

Monday Evening Book Group ( A D U LT ) Meets the second Monday of the month at 7 pm, Conference Room 1C. Hot summer titles: Boy Who Harnessed the Wind (6/13), The Road (7/11), and Omnivore’s Dilemma (8/8). Details: 482-4110 ext. 1306. W

W Thursday Morning Book Group (A D U LT) Meets the first Thursday of each month at 10:30 am in Conference Room 1C. Readers choice in June; no meetings in July or August. Details: 482-4110 ext. 1377.

W African American Authors ( A D U LT ) Meets the last Tuesday of the month at 7 pm in the Community Room. This season’s books: The Richer, the Poorer (6/28), TBA (7/26) and (8/30). Details: 482-4110 ext. 1306.

W Book Buddies ( G R A D E S 1 – 3 ) Saturdays (6/25, 7/23) at 2 pm in the Story Room. Discuss selected books, enjoy a craft, and a small snack. Register: 482-4110 ext. 1344.

W Mystery Lovers Book Group ( A D U LT ) Last Wednesday of the month, 2 pm, Conference Room 1C. Books under the microscope this summer: Still Life (6/29), The Red House Mystery (7/27), and Cold Dish (8/31). Details: 482-4110 ext. 1356.

W Boys Fantasy Book Club ( A G E S 1 0 – 1 2 ) Thursdays (6/30, 7/28, 8/25) at 7 pm. Register: 482-4110 ext. 1326.

ONGOING EVENTS

Ongoing Events @ YDL-Michigan Please note that book groups are included in this list of ongoing events. Register at ypsilibrary.org or call the number listed. M Drop-In Computer Lab ( A D U LT ) Mondays, 4:30–6:30 pm Library staff are available to help answer your internet and computer questions.

M Kids Only Book Club ( G R A D E S 3 – 5 ) Tuesdays, 7–8 pm. Join us for snacks and discuss books selected just for you: Beezus and Ramona (6/21), Bunnicula (7/19), and Poppy (8/16). Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1390.

TAB: Tween Advisory Board (AGES 10–13) Tuesdays, 7–8:30 pm, 6/7, 7/5, 8/2 Meet with friends, eat pizza, do activities, help plan library programs you like, and suggest materials. Check it out! M ESL Book Group ( A D U LT ) Every Wednesday, 11 am All are welcome to learn vocabulary, pronunciation, and American culture. Information: 482-4110 ext. 1320.

Teen Flix! ( A G E S 1 3 – U P ) Mondays, 6–8 pm Enjoy a movie, popcorn, and lemonade! Summer screenings: 6/13, Scott Pilgrim vs the World (PG-13); 7/11, Despicable Me (PG), and 8/15, Spider Man III (PG-13).

Library 101 ( A D U LT ) Wednesdays, 2–3:30 pm, 6/8, 7/13, 8/10 Learn to use library resources and technologies, get a library card (if you don’t already have one) and much more. Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1385.

M Teen HQ ( G R A D E S 6 – 1 2 ) Mondays, 6–8:30 pm, starting 6/13 (no session 7/4) Drop in and play Wii, Playstation II, board games, Magic, and Yu-Gi-Oh. Watch anime and movies; hang out with friends. Staffed by Michigan Avenue TAG.

M Parenting Book Club ( A D U LT ) Wednesdays, 2–3 pm, 6/15, 7/20, 8/17 Are you a new or working parent? Our monthly parenting group led by Julianne Smith, mother of twins, gives the relief you need. We read brief books and articles relevant to parenting and gain support from one another. Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1385.

M Fiction Addiction Book Club (AGES 12–17) Tuesdays, 2–3 pm, 6/21, 7/12, 8/23 Do you like to read paranormal romance, fantasy and science fiction? Join us for conversation and snacks. First title is Wildwood Dancing by Juliet Marillier. Others to be determined by members.

M 826michigan Creative Writing Workshop ( T E E N ) Tuesdays, June and July, 5:30–6:30 pm Led by Katie Jones of 826michigan, teens share, edit, and improve their writing. Participants will read their works at the Crossroads Fridays After-Hours Series on August 12 and at Friday Teen Coffeehouses.

M Tween Gaming ( A G E S 1 0 – 1 3 ) Wednesdays, 2–4 pm, 6/22, 7/27, 8/24 Stop by the library and play a variety of games on Wii and Playstation 2: Super Smash Brothers, Dragonball Z, and others.

M Spanish Club ( A D U LT ) Wednesdays and Fridays, 3–5 pm Would you like to learn Spanish? Are you a native Spanish speaker who misses speaking in your mother tongue? The first hour is a guided lesson; the second hour is conversational.

M Chess Club ( A D U LT ) Tuesdays, 6–8:30 pm Join other chess enthusiasts of all levels for friendly competition. Boards provided.

Knit and Visit PLUS! ( A D U LT ) Tuesdays, 6–8:30 pm Open to all, any handcraft welcome. Enjoy “oldie but goodie” films the third Tuesday of the month. 6/21: It Happened One Night, 7/19: Ocean’s Eleven (1960s version), 8/16: Seven Brides for Seven Brothers. Bring your own supplies.

M Teen Advisory Group ( A G E S 1 3 – 1 8 ) First Wednesdays, 6–7:30 pm, 6/1, 7/6, 8/3 Teens, share your ideas about what you’d like to see and do at the library. Suggest materials, lead a library event, eat pizza! Details: 482-4110 ext. 1390.

ONGOING EVENTS / DROP-IN STORYTIMES M eXtreme Readers Club ( A G E S 1 4 – 2 1 ) Wednesdays, 6–7 pm, 6/15, 7/20, 8/17 Explore the themes of race and class through street lit, biography, and contemporary teen fiction. Eat pizza, discuss social issues, and Skype with famous authors. Upcoming titles: Black and White by Marjorie Blackman, Push by Sapphire, and Lips Touch: Three Times by Laini Taylor.

M Comic Drawing Class ( A G E S 1 3 – U P ) Thursdays, 6–8 pm, 6/9, 6/23, 7/14, 7/28, 8/11, 8/25 Drop in to draw with local artist Casey Dixon and other teens. Get advice on how to improve your techniques and creativity!

M Teen Coffeehouse ( A G E S 1 3 – U P ) Fridays, 4–5:30 pm, 6/24, 7/22, 8/19 Share your work or drop in to hear others recite poetry and short stories. Drinks and sweet treats provided.

M GED Study Group ( A D U LT ) Thursdays, 1:30–3:30 pm Take advantage of having a dedicated, experienced adult educator and our library laptops to help make it through the GED. Online testing software is also available. Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1385.

Beginning Guitar Class ( A G E S 1 3 – U P ) Every other Friday, 3–4 pm, 6/3, 6/17, 7/1, 7/15, 7/29, 8/12, 8/26 Register at the Youth Desk to reserve an instrument or bring your own guitar. Taught by YDL-Michigan’s Brett Cimbalik. Call 482-4110 ext. 1390.

M Food Stamp Sign-Up ( A D U LT ) Thursdays, 5–7 pm, 6/2, 7/7, 8/4 and Fridays, 2–4 pm, 6/17, 7/15, 8/19 Apply for food stamps online with assistance from a staff member from Food Gatherers. Check the events/classes section of ypsilibrary.org for a list of documents to bring with you.

M Anime Typhoon ( A G E S 1 3 – 1 8 ) Saturdays, 3–5 pm, 6/4, 7/2, 8/13 Are you an anime and manga aficionado? Join the Anime Club! Watch new anime, debate old favorites, enjoy snacks.

M Introduction to Japanese ( A G E S 9 – 1 8 ) Thursdays, 5:30–6:30 pm, beginning 6/16 Interested in understanding Japanese anime without reading subtitles? Want to read and write Japanese characters? Sign up for beginning Japanese. Taught by Emily Canosa, assisted by YDL students.

Ongoing @ YDL-Superior S Wii Wednesdays ( Y O U T H ) Wednesdays, 5–6:30 pm, 6/15-8/17 Come for open play with Wii Sports, Mario Kart, New Super Mario Brothers, and Super Smash Bros. Brawl.

Food Stamp Sign-Up ( A D U LT ) Mondays, 4:30–6:30 pm, 6/27, 7/25, 8/22 See description for YDL-Michigan at left. S

Drop-In Storytimes Storytimes run from June 13 through August 19. No registration is required. W = YDL-Whittaker M = YDL-Michigan S = YDL-Superior M

Kids’ Club Pre-School Storytime YDL-Michigan, Mondays, 10:30 am

Busy Bees Pre-School Storytime YDL-Whittaker, Thursdays, 10:30 am W

W T.G.I.F. Pre-School Storytime YDL-Whittaker, Fridays, 10:30 am

Little Sprouts ( I N FA N T S – 1 8 M O . ) YDL-Whittaker, Mondays,10:30 am W

W Super Saturday Storytime YDL-Whittaker, Saturdays, 10:30 am

Superior Storytime YDL-Superior, Tuesdays, 10:30 am S

Spanish Storytime ( B I RT H – A G E 5 ) YDL-Whittaker, 6/25, 7/15, 8/6, 10:30 am Stories, rhymes, and songs in Spanish. Geared for pre-schoolers and toddlers, but siblings are welcome.

Tiny Seedlings ( 1 8 M O . – 3 Y E A R S ) YDL-Whittaker, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 10:30 am W

M Kiwanis of Ypsilanti Storytime YDL-Michigan, Wednesdays, 10:30–11:30 am Kiwanis Club members read stories, followed by a play group.

M Bedtime Storytime YDL-Michigan, 6/28, 7/26, 8/23, 7 pm Kids: wear your pajamas and bring your favorite blanket/stuffed animal and listen to bedtime stories. Milk and cookies too!

W Bloomers Pre-School Storytime YDL-Whittaker, Wednesdays, 1:30 pm

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