Latitudes: Summer 2012

Latitudes IT’S ALL AT THE YPSILANTI DISTRICT LIBRARY

SUMMER

2012

SUMMER READING

TAKE A BITE OUT OF SUMMER PAG E 2

SHARKABET EXHIBIT PAG E 2

CROSSROADS MUSIC FESTIVAL PAG E S 3, 6, 7, 9

SAVING OUR WATERS PAG E S 5 , 6 , 8

MEET MITCH RYDER PAG E 3

PLUS MONTH OF MOVIES, PUPPETEER EUGENE CL ARK

Summer Reading: Take a Bite Out of Summer Summer Reading runs June 1 through August 19. Sign up for Summer Reading in person at any YDL location beginning June 1.

Sail Through Summer…Read! ( A D U LT S ) Adults who read or listen to eight or more books over the summer will receive a gift just for finishing. You can access your reading log at www.ypsilibrary.org.

All completed logs received by 5 pm on Sunday, August 19 will be entered into a prize drawing.

Dive Into Sharkabet Dive into Reading ( 1 2 – U N D E R ) Dive into reading whatever your heart desires (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 (that’s 15 hours) in reading activities throughout the summer.

You may read books, magazines, newspapers, websites—even cereal boxes.

Everything counts, including audiobooks and listening to and reading aloud to someone else. Collect a prize when you reach the 450-minute mark. When you log 900 minutes, you’ll get to choose a brand new book of your own to keep.

Sharkabet Exhibit YDL-Whittaker, June 9 through August 19 Come on in! The water’s fine… or is it?

YDL is pleased to host the Michigan premiere of the exhibit Sharkabet: A Sea of Sharks from A to Z—a fun way to explore the mysterious world of sharks.

Consisting of panels and text drawn by Alaskan artist Ray Troll for the book of the same name, Sharkabet presents an alphabet of living and extinct sharks in a series of colorful, whimsical, yet scientifically accurate drawings. Sharkabet makes it fun to learn about these creatures, which have been in existence for more than 400 million years. And these sharks won’t bite —we promise!

Kids: Need help reaching your goal?

Sign up for a Reading Sidekick, one of our teen volunteers. See p.12 for details.

Sharkabet: A Sea of Sharks from A to Z is produced by the Miami Science Museum.

Reading Bites! ( R E A D E R S 1 3 – 1 8 ) This summer, the Ypsilanti District Library challenges teens to complete at least 10 “plays” (activities), one in each of the 10 categories, by 5 pm on August 19 to be entered in a grand prize drawing. Submit plays as you complete them at any location to earn chances in a weekly drawing for smaller prizes. Attend programs, read, explore the library and Ypsilanti for tons of summer fun!

For more on artist Ray Troll (above), visit trollart.com. Photo by Clark Mishler. All images copyright Ray Troll.

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A Conversation with Motor City’s Mitch Ryder Meet Mitch Ryder Thursday, June 21, 7 pm YDL-Whittaker, Community Room YDL is thrilled to host a talk with Mitch Ryder – that’s right, THE Mitch Ryder, who the All Music Guide calls “the unsung heart and soul of the Motor City rock & roll scene.”

The evening will include a Q&A with the audience. Copies of Devils and Blue Dresses will be available for purchase, and Ryder will be signing them. Don’t miss this exceptional opportunity to visit with the singularly talented Mitch Ryder, brought to you with support from the Bank of Ann Arbor. Earlier that day, Ryder will perform live from noon to 1 pm at Bank of Ann Arbor's Sonic Lunch at the corner of Liberty and Division in downtown Ann Arbor. See www.soniclunch.com.

Ryder will talk with Martin Bandyke of Ann Arbor’s 107one about the ups and downs of a stellar career spanning six decades and discuss his freshly-penned autobiography, Devils and Blue Dresses: My Wild Ride as a Rock and Roll Legend, and his recent, critically-acclaimed CD, The Promise, produced by the legendary Don Was. Cover photo by Jason Engstrom

7th Annual Crossroads Music Festival O N J U LY 6 , YDL joins the fun on its

Library Park stage with Bev Meyer, The Music Lady (sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Ypsilanti). The Dorkestra rocks the house on July 20, and Miles Ahead Dance Party takes the stage on August 3. On August 10, local teens share their words and music in Shout It Out!

Friday evenings, July 6–August 10 YDL-Michigan, Library Park Plaza and Washington Street, Downtown Ypsilanti Now in its seventh year in historic downtown Ypsilanti, the Crossroads Music Festival hosts performances on its Washington Street stage every Friday from July 6–August 10, sponsored by the Downtown Association of Ypsilanti.

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Park Plaza will swing with Mark Pappas and a jazz combo from 3–5 pm. Come downtown and enjoy the free music.

Visit www.ypsicrossroads.org for a complete performance schedule.

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.

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Kickoff: Dive into Summer Reading

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YDL-Whittaker, Community Room Saturday, June 9, 11 am Join puppeteer Eugene Clark and his puppets –Jo-Jo Fish, Finn, Spike, Zavy, and Lu-Lu– as they travel to recover the magic pearl from Rex the Shark.

M Animated Filmmaking ( T E E N ) YDL-Michigan, Tuesday, June 5, 3–5 pm Thursday, June 7, 3–5 pm Join Ann Arbor Film Festival educator C. Jacqueline Wood for a workshop on animated short filmmaking. In the first session, Jacqueline will screen animated shorts; in session two, students will animate a short clip of film. Projects will be screened at Shout it Out! in August (see p. 9).

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PROGRAM SCHEDULE: JUNE M Sex Matters for Women ( W O M E N ) YDL-Michigan, Wed., June 13, 7–8:30 pm Now in a fully updated second edition, Sally Foley’s winning Sex Matters for Women has helped thousands of women take charge of their sexuality. Foley, director of the University of Michigan Sexual Health Certificate Program, answers questions about what it’s like to be a sex therapist, what matters in a partnership, and how to talk about sex with your partner. Sexuality is a lifelong journey, and this book gives you a road map for self-discovery and growth.

S Superior Garden and Summer Reading Kickoff ( Y O U T H / T E E N ) YDL-Superior, Saturday, June 9, Noon–3 pm Celebrate the beginning of summer! Sign up for the Summer Reading Program, get your face painted, and help us plant the Superior Learning Garden.

W Pre-School Pirate Party ( Y O U T H ) YDL-Whittaker, Story Room Saturday, June 16, 10:30–11:30 am Swing aboard for pirate-themed stories, songs, and a craft or two as we hunt for buried treasure. (Replaces regular storytime)

M Sharkabet Summer Reading Splash Off! ( FA M I LY ) YDL-Michigan, Park Plaza (Moves inside in case of rain), Saturday, June 9, 4–8 pm Slip on your flip-flops and party down with beach music, jump in a giant bounce house sponsored by Xtreme Play-n-Go, play games, and take pictures with a shark. Win fun prizes, play shark-filled games, do an island cupcake hop, “fish” for sea life, and more! Sign up for the Summer Reading Program and drive the RC Air Swimmer shark. Then bring the party inside, eat popcorn and watch Shark Tale after-hours on the big screen.

Supported by the Rocket, Ypsilanti Parks and Rec Committee, and YDL-Michigan Teen Advisory Group and Tween Advisory Board.

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The Horses of Greenfield Village

(ALL AGES)

YDL-Whittaker, Story Room Saturday, June 16, Noon Meet local author Mary Potts and learn about her new book, The Horses of Greenfield Village, which uses beautiful photographs to tell the story of a year in the life of the Percheron and Morgan draft horses that still work at Greenfield Village. Books will be available for signing.

Design a Mug for Father’s Day ( Y O U T H ) W YDL-Whittaker, Story Room Monday, June 11, 4 pm and Thursday, June 14, 7 pm S YDL-Superior Saturday, June 16, 2–3 pm. Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1391 Give Dad a gift he’ll treasure– a mug with your art on it! We’ll provide a plastic mug that pulls apart so your art can be inserted inside. Send him your love with a handdecorated card.

Ask a Master Gardener!

Free Plant Help ( A D U LT ) YDL-Whittaker, Lobby, Mondays, June 18, July 16, August 20, 4 –7:30 pm MSU Extension Service Advanced Master Gardener Carol Brodbeck answers your questions about houseplants, trees, shrubs, and flower, vegetable, or fruit gardens. Take advantage of a free one-on-one session with an expert!

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W Intro to WordPress ( A D U LT / T E E N ) YDL-Whittaker, Computer Lab Mondays, June 11, June 25, August 13, August 27, 6:30–8:30 pm Use WordPress to create a beautiful website or blog. We’ll take a “hands on” walk through its features and tools that will help you bring your website vision to life. Registration required: 482-4110 ext.

1377. To see how it works, check out www.wordpress.org.

W Make It, Take It for Grownups: Splashy Summer Crafts ( A D U LT ) YDL-Whittaker, 1C, Mondays, June 18, July 16, August 20, 6:30–8 pm Stop by and create braided headbands (6/18), button bracelets (7/16), and flower bobby pins (8/20).

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Tattoos of the World ( T E E N ) YDL-Michigan, Monday, June 25, 6:30 pm Design your own tattoo with Tamara of Ypsilanti’s Hott Ink Tattoos. Learn the basics of tattoo art and show off your temporary design.

M Field Trip to the Farmers’ Market (TEEN ) YDL-Michigan, Tuesday, June 26, 3–5 pm Join culinary artist Sonia Urbaniak for a walk to the Downtown Ypsi Farmers’ Market to buy food and then prepare it at the library. Enjoy healthy local eating!

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Saving Our Waters Series: From Drainage Ditch to Trout Stream ( A D U LT ) YDL-Michigan, Monday, June 18, 7 pm Mike Mouradian, President of Ann Arbor Trout Unlimited, tells the story of how Mill Creek in Dexter went from an agricultural drainage ditch to a high-quality fishery. Ann Arbor Trout Unlimited studied the creek and found it to be one of the few cold water streams in Michigan.

Today, the group is creating the only cold water fishery within 100 miles.

W Shark Shindig ( Y O U T H ) YDL-Whittaker, Story Room Wednesday, June 27, 10:30 am Swim on down to the library for some fin-flippin’ fun. Make a fintastic craft, enjoy a shark-fabulous surprise, and watch Shark Tale. (Replaces regular storytime)

W Splish-Splash! Mermaid’s Bash ( YOUT H) YDL-Whittaker, Story Room Wednesday, June 20, 10:30 am Bring your camera and join us for crafts, snacks, and Disney’s The Little Mermaid: Ariel’s Beginning. (Replaces regular storytime)

W Create a Watermark Tee ( A G E S 1 2 – 1 8 ) YDL-Whittaker, Story Room Thursday, June 28, 3–5 pm Use your favorite quotes, song lyrics, bible verses, or book excerpts to customize a T-shirt. Have fun making it yours!

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Beach Beauties: Sea Glass Bracelet ( A D U LT ) YDL-Michigan, Thursday, June 21, 6:30–8:30 pm Learn introductory wire techniques while also making a lovely bracelet. All supplies and tools provided. Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1385. Matching necklace class on July 5 (see p. 6).

Ingenius: Accessing the Oracle Within; Listen to Your Intuition ( A D U LT ) YDL-Whittaker, Community Room Thursday, June 28, 6–8 pm Intuition Consultant Diane Evans will talk about intuition: what it is and isn’t. She’ll provide one or more exercises to demonstrate how to explore one’s own inner wisdom. If time permits, some attendees will receive short readings.

M Skateboarding at Prospect Skate Park ( T E E N ) YDL-Michigan, Friday, June 22, 3:30 pm Learn skateboard safety and basics by watching local skater Adam Trevor. Meet at the library at 3:30 pm and walk to Prospect Park or join us there at 4 pm.

W Xeriscaping ( A D U LT ) YDL-Whittaker, Community Room Sunday, June 24, 2–4 pm Xeriscape design creates low-maintenance, pesticide-free, drought-resistant gardens.

Save water by using natural rainfall and good plant choices. Learn all about it from Master Gardener Carol Brodbeck.

M High Seas Voyage ( A G E S 4 – 6 ) YDL-Michigan, Saturday, June 30, 10:30 am “Ahoy, mates!” Join us for a high seas adventure filled with pirate stories and songs. Then make your very own hat and eye patch and search for buried treasure.

Presented in partnership with the Kiwanis Club of Ypsilanti.

W Eric Carle Storytime ( Y O U T H ) YDL-Whittaker, Story Room Monday, June 25, 10:30 am Celebrate Eric Carle’s birthday with readings from The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Brown Bear, Brown Bear, along with rhymes and a craft. (Replaces regular storytime)

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Seashell Picture Frame ( A G E S 8 + ) YDL-Superior, Saturday, June 30, 2–3:30 pm Use shells, sea glass, and yarn to create a beach-inspired picture frame. Display your favorite summer photo or we’ll take your picture and print it for your newly decorated frame. Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1391.

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

1316 after June 27 for lineup location.

Stuffed Animal Storytime and Sleepover ( A G E S 3 – 1 0 ) W YDL-Whittaker, Story Room Monday, July 9, 6 pm Due to the popularity of this program, registration is required: call 482-4110 ext. 1340.

Bring your SECOND favorite stuffed animal to the library for some bedtime stories. Children are welcome to come in their pajamas. Following storytime, stuffed animals are invited to spend the night at the library. Children can claim their animals the next day after 4 pm.

M YDL-Michigan, Thursday, July 12, 7 pm Stuffed animal sleepover will take place following the monthly Bedtime Storytime at 7 pm. No registration required.

M Beach Beauties: Sea Glass Necklace ( A D U LT ) YDL-Michigan, Thursday, July 5, 6:30–8:30 pm Learn introductory jewelry techniques for making a wearable necklace. All supplies and tools provided. Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1385.

A Month of Movies: Jaws ( A G E S 1 3 + ) YDL-Whittaker, Community Room Monday, July 9, 6:30 pm Jaws (PG-13) is Spielberg’s iconic movie of an east coast town whose summer tourist business is suddenly threatened when a great white shark attacks humans. Three men hunt the shark, but soon realize that the shark is, in fact, hunting them.

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Crossroads Music Festival: Beverly Meyer, The Music Lady ( FA M I LY ) YDL-Michigan, Library Park Plaza (Moves inside in case of rain), Friday, July 6, 6 pm Be part of downtown Ypsi’s opening day of the Crossroads Music Festival, as Beverly Meyer, The Music Lady, get you moving to the music! The evening includes interaction for parents and children with familiar songs and catchy originals.

This event is generously sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Ypsilanti.

M Saving Our Waters Series: Sparking a River Renaissance ( A D U LT ) YDL-Michigan, Monday, July 9, 7 pm What’s happening on the Huron River and what’s RiverUp!? The Huron River Watershed Council is partnering with businesses and community leaders to spark a river renaissance by investing in river recreation, local economic development, and improving the river’s ecological health. Come hear about the efforts to transform the Huron River corridor into a premier destination in Michigan and the Great Lakes. Presented by Laura Rubin, executive director of the Huron River Watershed Council.

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6:45 pm, The Martindales, Bull Halsey, and Six Foot Poles will perform southern blues, rock & roll, R&B, and original songs.

Sand Dough Sculptures ( Y O U T H ) YDL-Superior, Saturday, July 7, 2–3:30 pm Bring the fun of the beach into your home by creating lasting sandcastles and sand dough sculptures.

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M Photo Scavenger Hunt Redux ( T E E N ) YDL-Michigan, Saturday, July 7, 3:30 pm Return to the streets of downtown Ypsi with cameras, this time in search of the alphabet. Use your imagination and sharp eye to hunt for letters in buildings, sidewalks, and parks. Then gather at Riverside Park to discover one final treasure and compare findings. Images will be printed and bound for viewing at the library.

Cameras available or bring your own.

Led by D’Real Graham of the Ypsilanti Parks and Recreation Commission.

Steampunk Wearable Art (AGES 12–18) YDL-Whittaker, Story Room Thursday, July 12, 3–5 pm Steampunk wearable art is a fusion of 19th century Victorian feminine fashion, history, and science fiction. Make a ring, a cuff bracelet, a medallion, or other steampunk wearable art.

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Sharks Quest ( A G E S 4 – 6 ) YDL-Michigan, Saturday, July 14, 10:30 am In this exciting adventure with sharks, you’ll learn about sharks, make sharkfin hats, listen to shark stories, eat shark cupcakes, and drink shark’s blood (red punch).

Presented in conjunction with the Kiwanis Club of Ypsilanti.

Crossroads Festival headliner and Australian native Anne McCue performs with favorites Hoodang, Mission Band, Spencer Michaud, View, Dark-Eyed Molly, and other special guests, starting at 6 pm.

Folk/Roots live music “afterglow” parties will be held at the downtown Red Rock and Tap Room, as well as other Ypsilanti venues until 2 am. Join this marquee music night in downtown Ypsilanti!

Aquarium Lava Lamps ( A G E S 8 + ) YDL-Superior, Saturday, July 14, 2–3:30 pm Cool and colorful! Make a tropical lava lamp for endless hours of summer fun.

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Gardens in the Shade ( A D U LT ) YDL-Whittaker, Community Room Sunday, July 15, 2–4 pm Struggling to grow plants in a shady spot?

Master Gardener Carol Brodbeck shares proven tips and ideas for designing a beautiful, low-maintenance perennial flower garden in deep or partially shady areas. Enter a drawing to win a free book.

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Babymouse Party ( Y O U T H ) YDL-Michigan, Saturday, July 21, 10:30 am We’re hosting a party In honor of Jennifer Holm’s new book, Babymouse for President. Come play a trivia game and see how much you know about Babymouse. If you do well, you could win a copy of the new book. We’ll also decorate cupcakes like Cupcake Tycoons.

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A Month of Movies: The Cove (AGES 13+) YDL-Whittaker, Community Room Monday, July 16, 6:30 pm The Cove (PG-13) is a moving documentary about a shocking secret that lies in a sleepy lagoon off the coast of Japan. Here, under cover of night, fishermen of Taiji engage in a brutal hunt for thousands of dolphins. Parental guidance suggested.

S Pop-Up Cards ( A G E S 6 + ) YDL-Superior, Saturday, July 21, 2–3:30 pm Love pop-up books? Learn how to make your own pop-up cards. Designs include a shark, crab, and boat. Take your pick!

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Farmers’ Market & Frittatas ( A L L A G E S ) YDL-Michigan, Tuesday, July 17, 2 pm Meet at the library at 2 pm for a walk to the downtown Farmers’ Market to pick up vegetables, fresh eggs, and locally made cheeses. We’ll bring them back to the library, where local chef Scott Manuel will demonstrate how to make vegetarian frittatas out of the freshest local ingredients.

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A Month of Movies: Cool It

( A D U LT / T E E N )

YDL-Whittaker, Community Room Monday, July 23, 6:30 pm Award-winning filmmaker Ondi Timoner travels the world with controversial author Bjorn Lomborg to explore the facts and science of global warming and its impact.

Cool It (PG) follows Lomborg on his mission to bring the smartest solutions to climate change, environmental pollution, and problems such as malaria, a shortage of drinking water, and HIV/AIDS. Rated PG.

M Crossroads Music Festival: The Dorkestra ( A L L A G E S ) YDL-Michigan, Library Park Plaza (Moves inside in case of rain) Friday, July 20, 6 pm The Dorkestra is a diverse group of musicians who have combined their study of jazz, African, Latin, world, and funk music into a unique, eclectic repertoire.

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But Keep It Green ( A D U LT ) YDL-Whittaker, Community Room Tuesday, July 24, 7 pm Toxic chemicals in cleaning products have been linked to asthma, cancer, and hormone disruption. Lauren LaRocca of The Ecology Center explains the dangers of these chemicals, offers advice on minimizing exposure, and hands out recipe cards to make non-toxic cleaning products.

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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 Body Piercing Facts ( T E E N ) YDL-Michigan, Monday, July 30, 6:30 pm Join jc potts from Depot Town Tattoos for an information session on body piercing safety and what to look for when choosing a piercer.

W Bert & Ernie’s Birthday Bash ( Y O U T H ) YDL-Whittaker, Story Room Wednesday, July 25, 10:30 am Does your child love Bert and Ernie?

Celebrate Bert’s birthday with crafts, songs, refreshments, and the Sesame Street DVD Follow that Bird. (Replaces regular storytime)

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Under the Sea Adventure ( A G E S 4 – 6 ) YDL-Michigan, Saturday, July 28, 10:30 am Join us for an underwater escapade!

Journey into the deep blue sea and explore the depths with stories, songs, and ocean-inspired paper crafts. Dive into our oyster-shaped cookies and edible fish snacks, then quench your thirst with ocean punch. Presented in conjunction with the Kiwanis Club of Ypsilanti.

M Saving Our Waters Series: Great Lakes ( A D U LT ) YDL-Michigan, Monday, July 30, 7 pm The Great Lakes are a beautiful and vital resource. The largest system of fresh, surface water on Earth, they contain 84 percent of North America's water supply.

The Great Lakes provide habitat to thousands of species, sustain ecosystems, and provide drinking water and opportunities for jobs and recreation to millions.

S Seascapes ( Y O U T H / T E E N ) YDL-Superior, Saturday, July 28, 2–3 pm Create an underwater scene called a Seascape. We’ll provide a wood rectangle to use as a canvas and all the supplies you’ll need to make a shark scene, mermaids having a tea party, or a submarine traffic jam.

W A Month of Movies: Dolphin Tale ( FA M I LY ) YDL-Whittaker, Community Room Monday, July 30, 6:30 pm Dolphin Tale (PG) tells the inspiring story of the bond between animals and humans. A boy discovers an injured dolphin brought to a marine hospital and named Winter. Unfortunately, injuries cost Winter her tail, without which she may not survive. See what happens to her.

Yet, largely taken for granted, the lakes are under threat from many fronts, including pollution from farm chemicals, industrial waste, and acid rain. Melissa Damashke, Sierra Club’s Great Lakes Program Organizer, discusses the Great Lakes and what we must do to protect them for future generations.

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Make Music with October Babies ( T E E N ) YDL-Michigan, Wednesdays, August 1 and 8, 7:30 pm Learn and sing an original song in Japanese with local alt rock duo October Babies. Perform at Crossroad’s Shout it Out! on the Library Park Plaza stage (see p. 9).

Recordings will be sent to young Japanese survivors of last year’s tsunami.

W WaterSense: Saving Water Saves Energy ( A L L A G E S ) YDL-Whittaker, Community Room Wednesday, August 1, 6:30–8 pm Join Pam Labadie from the Huron River Watershed Council to learn about its Save Water Saves Energy project and the Environmental Protection Agency’s WaterSense program. She’ll share great tips for simple things you can do at home to save money and help protect the environment.

W Trick Photography ( A G E S 1 2 – 1 8 ) YDL-Whittaker, Story Room Thursday, August 2, 3–5 pm Ever wonder how the experts create those strange, funny photos you sometimes see on the web? This workshop gives you easy yet sophisticated techniques to produce fun photos that will amaze friends and family. They won’t know how you did it!

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PROGRAM SCHEDULE: AUGUST W Bite into Raw Foods ( A D U LT ) YDL-Whittaker, Community Room Thursday, August 2, 6:30–8 pm Bite into a raw food diet! Ellen Livingston, ten-year raw foodist and author (Ultimate Raw Food Diet Detox and Wellness Program, Simple ‘n Healthy Raw Cuisine DVD), discusses the concept of nature providing the nutrients we need through a raw food diet. She’ll prepare raw foods and provide samples so you can taste for yourself how a raw food diet can be both simple and delicious. Books and DVDs will be available for purchase.

M Crossroads Music Festival: Shout it Out! ( T E E N ) YDL-Michigan, Library Park Plaza (Moves inside in case of rain) Friday, August 10, 6 pm A collage of musical and spoken word performances by teens/for teens will be presented at the Crossroads’ Library Plaza Stage! Acts will include work created in library workshops led by One Pause Poetry, October Babies, Dennis Davis, and C. Jacqueline Wood. Teens from Ozone House’s Project Speak Out and Community Records will perform.

M Crossroads Music Festival: Miles Ahead Dance Party ( A L L A G E S ) YDL-Michigan, Library Park Plaza (Moves inside in case of rain) Friday, August 3, 6 pm Dennis Davis of Miles Ahead performs both new and old school R&B, funk, Motown, jazz, rock, and other dance standards.

There will be a skateboarding demo and an art exhibit. The evening concludes with music and dancing, courtesy of Dennis Davis, in the Library Plaza.

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local favorite Lady Sunshine & the X-Band will close out the Crossroads season.

Bring your own chair because Washington Street will be packed!

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Guitar String Bangles ( A G E S 1 0 + ) YDL-Superior, Sat., August 11, 2–3:30 pm Create original and stylish bangle bracelets, the perfect summer accessory, from guitar strings and fabric.

keep your “funk on” and dance as awardwinning October Babies (pictured above) and Salmagundi perform their very special blends of world music. Get down in downtown Ypsilanti!

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Beach Beauties: Sand and Seashell Candle ( A D U LT ) YDL-Michigan, Saturday, August 4, 10:30 am–Noon Use sand, seashells and wax to create a candle to bring the beach into your home.

Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1385.

Heritage Trail US-12 Jazz Celebration

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YDL-Michigan, Library Park Plaza (Moves inside in case of rain) Saturday, August 11, 3–5 pm Today, all along historic US-12, there will be garage sales and events. Go shopping downtown, then relax and enjoy jazz and light blues in the Library Park Plaza. Mark Pappas from the EMU School of Music performs with a jazz combo. Sponsored

by Red Rock Downtown Barbecue.

Origami Sea Creatures ( A G E S 6 + ) YDL-Superior, Sat., August 4, 2–3:30 pm Learn to make intricate sharks, fish, and other sea creatures by folding paper.

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W Heritage Fish-tival Parade Costumes ( Y O U T H ) YDL-Whittaker, Story Room Monday, August 13, 1–2:30 pm Make a fish costume to wear as you “swim” alongside the Bookmobile in the Heritage Festival Parade on Saturday, August 18. All materials provided.

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Superior Matinees ( Y O U T H ) YDL-Superior, Wed., August 8, 1–3 pm Thursday, August 9, 1–3 pm Enjoy movies before the library opens.

On Wednesday, kids of all ages will find fun with Finding Nemo (Rated G) and an ocean-inspired snack and craft. On Thursday, kids 10 and up will enjoy a snack and Are We There Yet? (PG).

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PROGRAM SCHEDULE: AUGUST Sail into the Next Grade ( Y O U T H ) W YDL-Whittaker, Story Room Monday, August 13, 7 pm Kindergarten children and their parents: Listen to the story The Kissing Hand.

Decorate your school pencil box with stickers, crayons, and jewels.

W YDL-Whittaker, Story Room Thursday, August 16, 4 pm First through fifth grade: Add your personality to your customized pencil box with stickers, crayons, and jewels.

Summer Reading Finale at the Heritage Festival ( A L L A G E S ) Riverside Park, Sunday, August 19, Noon–5 pm Celebrate your summer reading achievements during the Ypsilanti Heritage Festival. Kids: stop by in the afternoon at the Children’s Activity Tent and make a craft to take home.

S Youth Book Meet-Up ( A G E S 1 0 – 1 4 ) YDL-Superior, Wed., August 15, 1–2 pm Discuss Peace, Locomotion by Jacqueline Woodson before YDL-Superior opens.

Meet other kids and count the time logged toward your summer reading goal.

Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1391.

W Introduction to Pinterest (ADULT/TEEN) YDL-Whittaker, Computer Lab Wednesday, August 22, 7–8:30 pm Become a member of Pinterest, the new social network everyone is talking about.

Use Pinterest to create and share collages of your interests – books, travel, wedding planning, favorite recipes, etc. You can create a board to collect ideas and images for just about anything! Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1377.

Beforehand, visit www.pinterest.com.

Heritage Fish-tival Parade ( Y O U T H ) Michigan Avenue, Ypsilanti Saturday, August 18, 10–11 am Dress up as your favorite sea creature and “swim” with the Bookmobile in the parade. Children ages 10 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Call 482-4110 ext. 1316 after August 11 for lineup location.

M Diary of a Wimpy Kid Party ( Y O U T H ) YDL-Michigan, Sat., August 18, 10:30 am Win Mom bucks by showing how well you know the story and characters in the Diary of a Wimpy Kid books. We’ll play trivia games, eat some Wimpy cake, and everyone will take home a personalized diary.

W YDL-Fantasy Football League (ALL AGES) YDL-Whittaker, Saturday, August 25, Noon Get in the huddle with YDL Fantasy Football! Create a team, draft players, compete against other patrons for top honors, and win a special prize. Be here at noon for the live online draft.

Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1323.

W Sports Cards, Memorabilia, and Comics Show ( A L L A G E S ) YDL-Whittaker, Community Room Saturday, August 18, Noon–5 pm Dealers, collectors, hobbyists, and casual fans are welcome to buy, sell, and trade their sports cards, memorabilia, merchandise, and comic books. Dealers, retailers, and large-scale collectors must call ahead to reserve display tables. Tables and admission free. Call 482-4110 ext. 1323 for information.

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Workout in the Plaza ( T E E N ) YDL-Michigan, Sat., August 25, 3:30 pm Join Ypsilanti Parks and Recreation Commission member D’Real Graham for a fun workout to energizing music in the Library Park Plaza.

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Tattoos of the World ( T E E N ) YDL-Michigan, Monday, August 27, 6:30 pm Join Dawn Cooke of Depot Town Tattoo to learn about the unique characteristics of Japanese-inspired tattoos and understand the safety issues involving body art.

Draw and transfer your design to your skin, then use body paint to add color.

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YDL-Whittaker, Story Room Saturday, August 18, 2 pm Celebrate Percy Jackson’s birthday with games and crafts inspired by Rick Riordan’s series, Percy Jackson and the Olympians, featuring characters based on Greek mythology.

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End of Summer Celebration ( T E E N ) YDL-Michigan, Friday, August 31, 3:30 pm Join Michigan Avenue TAG at the library at 3:30 pm and walk down to Riverside Park for football, water balloons, games, and hot dogs. The Teen Summer Reading Grand Prize will be drawn and awarded!

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Drop-In Storytimes Storytimes run from June 11 through August 18. No registration is required.

W = YDL-Whittaker M = YDL-Michigan S = YDL-Superior Introduce your child to the wonders of reading with stories, songs, and crafts, led by our creative youth librarians.

M Guppy Storytime ( A G E S 3 – 5 ) YDL-Michigan, Mondays, 10:30 am

W Shrimp Storytime ( I N FA N T S –1 8 M O . ) YDL-Whittaker, Story Room Mondays, 10:30 am

W Dolphin Storytime ( FA M I LY ) YDL-Whittaker, Story Room Fridays, 10:30 am

S Shark Storytime ( FA M I LY ) YDL-Superior, Tuesdays, 10:30 am

W Shark Storytime ( FA M I LY ) YDL-Whittaker, Story Room Saturdays, 10:30 am

W Minnow Storytime ( 1 8 M O . – 3 Y R S . ) YDL-Whittaker, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 10:30 am, Story Room

M Bedtime Storytime ( A G E S 3 – 8 ) YDL-Michigan, Second Thursdays, 7 pm, 6/14, 7/12, 8/9 Kids: Wear your pajamas and bring your favorite blanket or stuffed animal to listen to bedtime stories. Milk and cookies will be served. After storytime on July 12, stuffed animals are invited to spend the night at the library and can be picked up the next day after 4 pm.

W Starfish Storytime ( A G E S 3 – 5 ) YDL-Whittaker, Story Room Wednesdays, 1:30 pm

W Seahorse Storytime ( A G E S 3 – 5 ) YDL-Whittaker, Story Room Thursdays, 10:30 am

Book Groups @ YDL-Whittaker Register at ypsilibrary.org or call the contact number listed.

W Monday Evening Book Group ( A D U LT ) Meets the second Monday of the month at 7 pm, Conference Room 1C. Titles selected this summer: The Ghost Map (6/11), Solar (7/9), and The Trouble with Islam Today (8/13). Details: 482-4110 ext. 1306.

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Tween Book Group ( G R A D E S 6 + ) Meets the fourth Wednesday of the month at 7 pm in the Story Room.

Students in grades 6 and up can participate in a book group for them. We’ll discuss: Heart of a Samurai (6/27), Drums, Girls and Dangerous Pie (7/25), and The Unwanteds (8/22). Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1340.

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Mother/Daughter Book Group ( FAMILY) Meets Mondays monthly (6/18, 7/23, 8/20) at 7 pm, Story Room. Girls entering grades 4–6 are invited to bring their moms or other significant women in their lives to discuss books. Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1340.

W Thursday Morning Group ( A D U LT ) This group is on vacation until September.

Details: 482-4110 ext. 1306.

W Boys Fantasy Book Club ( A G E S 1 0 – 1 3 ) Meets the third Thursday of the month, 6/21, 7/19, 8/16 at 7 pm in the Story Room.

Join us for a discussion of fantasy novels.

On June 21, we’ll discuss Sir Thursday

by Garth Nix. Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1340.

African American Authors ( A D U LT ) Meets the last Tuesday of the month at 7 pm in the Community Room. This summer’s titles: Salvage the Bones (6/26), Extraordinary Ordinary People (7/31), and Inner City Blues (8/28). Details: 482-4110 ext. 1306.

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W Book Buddies ( G R A D E S 1 – 3 ) Meets Saturdays at 2 pm in the Story Room. We’re reading: Imogene’s Last Stand (6/16), Surprising Sharks (7/14), and Junkyard Wonders (8/25). Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1344.

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Mystery Lovers Book Group ( A D U LT ) Join other amateur sleuths once a month on Wednesdays at 2 pm in Conference Room 1C to discuss mystery novels. Books under the microscope: The Eagle Catcher (6/27), The Last Detective (7/25), and In the Bleak Midwinter (8/29). Details: 482-4110 ext. 1356.

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Ongoing Events @ YDL-Whittaker Register at ypsilibrary.org or call the contact number listed.

W Amigurumi Club ( A G E S 1 2 + ) Mondays, 11 am–12:30 pm June 11–August 13 In line with our Summer Reading theme, we’ll be making sea creatures and sea shells. Come to the Teen Area and learn to crochet your favorite summer sea creature expressed in yarn.

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Lego Night ( FA M I LY ) Tuesdays, 6–8 pm, Story Room Watch young imaginations play as they manipulate Legos into functional machines or fantastic creatures.

W Young Writer’s Workshop w/826michigan ( Y O U T H ) Wednesdays, 5:30–6:30 pm, June 6–August 15, Story Room 826michigan volunteers will continue to help students ages 8–12 release the writer within at our drop-in writing workshops.

W Youth Actors of Ypsilanti ( A G E S 8 – 1 2 ) Rehearsals: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays from 2–4 pm, June 11– August 17 Performances: TBA @ YDL-Whittaker and Sunday, August 19, 2 pm, Riverside Park, Children’s Tent Join local teen drama students for fun acting activities that culminate in end-ofsummer performances. An informational meeting will be held on Saturday, June 2 at 2 pm; auditions will be held on June 9 from 1– 4 pm. Register: 482-4110 ext. 1340.

W Wacky Wednesdays ( Y O U T H ) Wednesdays, 3 pm, June 13–August 15, Story Room Join us for a whale of a good time with sea-themed crafts: Paper plate shark jaws (6/13), Watercolor war (6/20), SpongeBob party (6/27), Seashell picture frame (7/11), Smiley Shark story and craft (7/18), Treasure chests (7/25), Movie: Oceans and craft (8/1), water activities outside (8/8), and Movie: Big Miracle (8/15).

W TAG–Teen Advisory Group (AGES 12–18) Wednesdays, 7–8:30 pm, 6/20, 7/18, 8/15, Story Room Wish you could help decide the kinds of programs YDL will have for teens at YDLWhittaker in the future? Join the Teen Advisory Group and you can influence our decisions, have fun with other teens, eat pizza, and make cool crafts.

W Reading Sidekicks ( Y O U T H / T E E N ) Tuesdays, 2–3 pm, June 12–August 14 Teens: Give back to your community by joining our Reading Sidekicks Team this summer. You’ll read to kids younger than you and show them how fun reading can be. Earn volunteer hours and plays toward your summer reading game. Crafts and story aids will be provided.

Kids: Need help reaching your summer reading goal? Sign up to have a Reading Sidekick. Read aloud to them or have them read to you, and watch your minutes mount up.

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FLY Art ( Y O U T H ) Thursdays, 4–5:30 pm, 6/21, 7/19, 8/2, Story Room Have fun and make art in an open studio session with FLY Children’s Art Center.

Materials provided…just add your own creativity!

W Friday Morning Fever! (18 MO.– 5 YRS.) Fridays, 10:30–11:30 am, 6/15, 7/13, 8/10, Story Room Toddlers and preschoolers shake their sillies out with dancing, rhymes, and songs. Shakers and dance scarves will be provided.

(Replaces regular storytime)

W Write On for Teens ( A G E S 1 2 – 1 9 ) Tuesdays, 3:30-4:30 pm, June 19–August 14, Story Room 826michigan encourages all teens to hone their writing skills and creativity.

Experiment with writing prompts, get and give feedback, learn new techniques, and have plenty of opportunities to publish your work.

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Read-a-thon ( Y O U T H ) Saturdays, 2–5 pm, June 30, July 28, August 11 Rack up some hours for your summer reading log and read down your fines.

For every hour you read at the library, we’ll waive $1 of your fines! Door prizes awarded through random drawings.

Get Connected @ YDL @ YDL-Whittaker Want to improve your computer skills?

YDL offers free hands-on training in our Computer Lab. For a class list and registration, call 482-4110 ext. 1377. @ YDL-Michigan YDL-Michigan teaches classes on MS Office 2007 products and a variety of online tools. (See library brochure or website for descriptions, dates, and registration info.) Have your own laptop with software and built-in wireless?

Just drop-in on classes, no registration required!

Need more help? Stop by the computer lab every Monday from 4:30–6:30 pm for one-on-one instruction.

W TYDL Wave ( T E E N ) Saturdays, 2–5 pm, 6/23, 7/21 End of Summer Party, 8/25, Noon–5 pm Konichiwa! TYDL Wave members believe that anime isn’t just something to watch— it’s a way of life. From the fields of feudal Japan to the battleships of a distant galaxy, anime covers all forms and styles of life. Join in and have fun watching the best from the Land of the Rising Sun.

Ongoing @ YDL-Superior S Wii Wednesdays ( Y O U T H ) Wednesdays, 5–6:30 pm Come for some open play with YDL’s Wii! Games include: Wii Sports, Mario Kart, New Super Mario Brothers, and Super Smash Brothers Brawl.

@ YDL-Superior Don’t have a home computer? No worries!

Use one of ours, with help available if you need it to navigate your way around the Internet.

Book Groups @ YDL-Michigan Register at ypsilibrary.org or call the contact number listed.

M Kids Only Book Club ( G R A D E S 3 – 5 ) Third Tuesdays at 7 pm Join us for snacks and talk about books selected just for you: Willow Run (6/19), Sammy Keyes and the Hotel Thief (7/17), and Smile (8/21). Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1390.

M eXtreme Readers Club ( A G E S 1 5 – 2 2 ) Third Wednesdays, 6 pm, 6/20, 7/18, 8/15 Explore themes of race and class through contemporary teen fiction. Eat pizza and enjoy conversation led by Lincoln High School teacher and library board member Jean Winborn. Titles include Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl, Conception, and The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian. Stop by the Youth Reference Desk or call 482-4110 ext. 1390 to request a copy of the month’s selection.

M Tween Book Club ( A G E S 1 0 – 1 3 ) Last Tuesdays at 7 pm Get together with other tweens to read and discuss books you’ve chosen: The Girl Who Could Fly (6/26), Firegirl (7/31), and Powerless (8/28).

Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1390.

M Fiction Addiction Club (AGES 13–17) Second Thursdays, 2 pm, 6/14, 7/12, 8/9 Meet in the Library Plaza Park for cookies and conversation about popular fiction.

Titles include White Cat, Unleashed (Wolf Springs Chronicles), and Infernal Devices.

Stop by the Youth Reference Desk to request a copy of the month’s selection.

M ESL Book Group ( A D U LT ) Every Wednesday, 11 am All levels of English as Second Language learners are welcome to join in. Books and other reading materials are used to help you learn vocabulary, pronunciation, and American culture. For information, call 482-4110 ext. 1320.

M Books on Tap ( A D U LT ) Thursday, July 19, 7–9 pm YDL and Frenchie’s are proud to present a bimonthly book club meeting to talk about books and socialize. We’ll be reading and discussing Cat’s Cradle by Kurt Vonnegut. Meet us at Frenchie’s, 54 E. Cross Street in Depot Town. Copies of the book are available for checkout at YDL-Michigan. Cheers!

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Ongoing Events @ YDL-Michigan Register at ypsilibrary.org or call the number listed.

M GED Study Group ( A D U LT ) Every Thursday, 1:30–3:30 pm Take advantage of a dedicated, experienced adult educator and library laptops to pass the GED. Online testing software available. Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1385.

Adult Programs M Drop-In Computer Lab ( A D U LT ) Every Monday, 4:30–6:30 pm Get help while learning Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access. Apply for jobs, get help with your email, Facebook, and blogging. Learn to access the library’s new ebooks or downloadable audio resources, or surf the Internet with library staff on hand to help. Feel free to bring in your own laptop. Call 482-4110 ext. 1385 for dates/times of classes and registration information.

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Sustainability Film Series ( A D U LT ) Fridays, Potluck, 6 pm, Screenings, 7 pm 6/8, 7/13, 8/24 YDL-Michigan hosts a community potluck followed by a sustainability-related film and discussion. In cooperation with Growing Hope, Ypsilanti Food Coop, and Transition Ypsilanti, YDL is pleased to present: Blue Gold: World Water Wars (6/8), Gasland: Can You Light Your Water on Fire? (7/13), and If a Tree Falls: Story of the Earth Liberation Front (8/24).

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Knitting Plus! ( A D U LT ) Every Tuesday, 6–8:30 pm Open to all; any handcraft welcome.

As a special feature, enjoy “oldie but goodie” films on the third Tuesday of every month: From Russia With Love (6/19), Mama Mia (7/17), and Mildred Pierce (8/21). Bring your own supplies.

Beginning knitting instruction is available.

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Meditation Class ( A D U LT ) Every Wednesday, 5:30–6:30 pm Come, learn, and practice meditation.

“The only way one can really understand what we are is by knowing yourself.”

See http://michiganyoga.org for more information.

M Conversational Spanish ( A D U LT ) Every Friday, 3–5 pm, until 9/14 Want to learn Spanish–or are you a native Spanish speaker who misses speaking in your mother tongue? Stop by! On September 14, come to the going-away party for Instructor Koran. All current and former students are invited!

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Fantasy Films ( A G E S 1 5 – A D U LT ) Times and dates vary.

Watch a film, eat popcorn, and participate in a discussion led by TAG’s own film buff Adom Small.

Teen Music Workshop ( T E E N ) 1st and 3rd Mondays, 6:30–8:30 pm 6/4, 6/18, 7/2, 7/16, 8/6 Work with teacher and musician Dennis Davis to create songs with electronic, percussion, stringed instruments, and vocals.

Not sure about your musical skills? Drop in, play with the musical toys, create some beats, add your flavor! These sessions will produce songs to be performed in Shout it Out! on August 10 (see p. 9).

Brothers Grimm (PG-13): Wednesday, 6/27, 6 pm The Lord of the Rings Trilogy (PG-13): Monday, 7/23 and Wednesday, 7/25, 6:30 pm; Friday, 7/27, 2:30 pm. Trivia contest follows Friday screening.

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Relationship Rap ( T E E N ) Wednesdays, 2:30–3:30 pm June 20 and July 18 In a relationship and want to make it even better? Want to learn to work through problems more effectively?

Wondering how to start a new relationship off on the right foot? Join Michelle Smith from the Corner Health Center in the Teen Zone for fun, food, and talk.

Reign of Fire (PG-13): Wednesday, 8/29, 6 pm.

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Art Zone ( T E E N ) Every Monday, 2 pm, 6/11 through 8/13 The Teen Zone becomes the Art Zone on summer Mondays. Drop in for crafts and chat. Projects include Japanese beading, bracelets, batik, and paperback wallets.

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Secret Comic Society ( T E E N ) Second and Fourth Thursdays, 6:30–8 pm Ypsilanti artist Casey Dixon returns to lead drop-in manga drawing sessions. Learn tips to improve layout and technique, and chat with other artists.

TAG–Teen Advisory Group Meeting

(AGES 13–18)

Wednesdays, 6 pm, 6/6, 7/11, 8/1 Drop in and share your ideas about how the library can meet teens’ needs: plan programs, recommend books, eat pizza, meet new friends!

M Teen Gaming ( T E E N ) Third Fridays, 2 pm, 6/15, 7/20, 8/17 Drop in to the Teen Zone for xBox 360 tournaments: June: Skate 2; July: Blur; August: Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3.

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One Pause Poetry Workshops ( T E E N ) Thursdays, 4 pm, 6/28 through 8/2 YDL-Michigan and Ozone House’s Drop-In Center Create and hone your poetry skills with Sarah Messer, assistant professor of Creative Writing at the University of North Carolina-Wilmington, along with guests working with One Pause Poetry, a nonprofit organization that brings artists together to stimulate creative dialogues.

Mixed media sessions include art, dance instruction, and audio recording. Perform your work at Shout it Out! (see p. 9).

M Anime Typhoon ( A G E S 1 5 – A D U LT ) Saturdays, 3:30–5:30 pm, 6/2, 7/14, 8/11 Drop in to watch and discuss anime movies: School Rumble (6/2), Slayers (7/14), and Vexille (8/11) will be screened.

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826michigan Drop-In Youth Writing Workshop ( A G E S 8 – 1 2 ) Tuesdays, 5:30–6:30 pm, 6/19 to 8/14 Go on a new writing adventure every week (or whenever you can make it).

Practice your writing skills while imagining the future, creating characters, and writing collaborative poems.

M Terrific Wii Tuesdays ( Y O U T H ) Every other Tuesday, 2–4 pm, 6/19, 7/3, 7/17, 7/31, 8/14, 8/28 Have fun playing Wii games on the big screen: Mario Cart, Super Smash Brothers, Lego Star Wars, Just Dance III, and more.

M We-Make Wednesdays ( Y O U T H ) Every other Wednesday, 2–4 pm 6/13, 6/27, 7/11, 7/25, 8/8, 8/22 Drop in every other Wednesday and make and take a craft: Father’s Day gift of soapon-a-rope (6/13), flashy fish from recycled CDs (6/27), magnetic float-a-fish (7/11), fantastic bottle fish (7/25), mini ocean (8/8), and personalized pencil boxes (8/22).

M Tween Gaming ( A G E S 1 0 – 1 3 ) First Tuesdays, 7-8:30 pm, 6/5, 7/3, 8/7 Stop by the library and play a variety of games on Wii and Xbox 360: Super Smash Brothers, Dragonball Z, and others.

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Family Game Night ( FA M I LY ) Second Tuesdays, 6–8 pm, 6/12, 7/10, 8/14 Have fun and family time playing Apples to Apples, Checkers, Sorry!, Chutes and Ladders, Parcheesi, and other favorites.

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We-Sing Wednesdays ( Y O U T H ) Every other Wednesday, 2–4 pm 6/20, 7/18, 8/1, 8/15. No program July 4th.

Increase your star power and have a blast singing with the library’s karaoke machine. Can’t sing? Try lip-syncing!

M Terrific Movie Tuesdays ( Y O U T H ) Every other Tuesday, 2–4 pm 6/12, 6/26, 7/10, 7/24, 8/7, 8/21 Enjoy snacks and a movie matinee on the big screen: The Muppets (6/12), Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked (6/26), Puss in Boots (7/10), We Bought a Zoo (7/24), Hugo (8/7), Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Roderick Rules (8/21).

M Read to Logan the Dog ( A G E S 6 – 8 ) Thursdays, 6–7:30 pm, 6/21, 7/5 & 7/19, 8/2 & 8/16 Reading aloud to our library dog will help your child become a better reader.

Sign up today for your 10-minute reading slot with Logan. Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1390.

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Tween Advisory Board ( A G E S 1 0 – 1 3 ) 4th Thursdays, 7–8 pm, 6/28, 7/26, 8/23 Tweens: Meet with friends, eat pizza, do activities, help plan library programs, and make the library yours!

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