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Saturday, October 111:00 AM—12:00 PMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Owl Pellets and Food Webs with Sloan-Longway
Whooo eats who? Find out as we dissect owl pellets while exploring food webs and animal adaptations for survival. Owl pellets are not poop! They are all the indigestible parts of an owl's food and owls spit them out the same way a cat spits out a hairball. Come learn about an owl's diet, build a food chain, and see how a food chain differs from a food web. Limited to children and teens aged 4 and up. Registration required. This program will be offered at 11:00am, and 2:00pm, so please register for a single session.Saturday, October 12:00—3:00 PMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Owl Pellets and Food Webs with Sloan-Longway
Whooo eats who? Find out as we dissect owl pellets while exploring food webs and animal adaptations for survival. Owl pellets are not poop! They are all the indigestible parts of an owl's food and owls spit them out the same way a cat spits out a hairball. Come learn about an owl's diet, build a food chain, and see how a food chain differs from a food web. Limited to children and teens aged 4 and up. Registration required. This program will be offered at 11:00am, and 2:00pm, so please register for a single session.2
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Monday, October 36:30—8:30 PMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Get Growing with Garlic
Flavorful garlic is a nearly fool-proof fall crop for the adventurous gardener. Join us to learn which types of garlic grow best in Michigan and how to grow plump and flavorful bulbs that will store all winter. We will also learn how to use this healthy herb in yummy recipes! Garlic is LTPL Grow's "Herb of the Month", and attendees will be automatically signed up for kits and eligible to pick up their kit the day of the program.…Learn More4
Tuesday, October 4All DayNone
Virtual Storytime
Every Tuesday we upload a new storytime with Ms. Jocelyn or Ms. Staci, so join us for stories and songs!
Videos can be found on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/LTPLMI/videos/
and on our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEn6k2D9x4AqBmvNuRy8ajQ
Tuesday, October 410:00 AM—4:00 PMLarge Study RoomLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Library Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Red Cross Blood Drive
The Lyon Township Public Library has partnered with the American Red Cross to host blood drives throughout the year. Hosting a blood drive coincides with our core values of supporting our community. With a simple blood donation, we have the ability to help save the life of someone who could be a coworker, loved one or neighbor.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 47:00—8:30 PMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Year-End Tax Considerations with Julie Hall
Please join us for a timely update on year-end tax planning considerations, presented by Julie E. Hall, CFP®, CFT-I TM, MSF of Vision Capital Partners
Light refreshments will be provided. Read Julie's latest tips and advice here: https://www. visioncapitalpartners.…Learn More5
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Thursday, October 610:30—11:15 AMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Storytime @ LTPL
Join Ms. Staci or Ms. Jocelyn for stories, songs, bubbles, and lots of fun! This program is designed to encourage a love of language, learning, and reading while practicing listening skills. Designed for children ages 0 - 6 and their families. Registration is required.Thursday, October 66:30—7:30 PMZoom
Online Teen Game Night
On the first, third, and fifth Thursdays of each month, we host Teen Game Nights for grades 6-12. Teens from Fraser, Grand Ledge, Holly, Ionia, Lyon Twp, Milan, Redford, and Stair Libraries meet virtually to play games together online. We meet at 6:30pm on Zoom and all log into BoardGameArena to play.…Learn More7
Friday, October 71:00—5:00 PMZoom
Zoom: Expungement Clinic
If you have a criminal record, you may be eligible to have it removed through a process called expungement!The Oakland County Bar Association, in partnership with Lakeshore Legal Aid, Detroit Mercy Law, and the Lyon Township Public Library, will be offering a FREE, virtual clinic for anyone who requires assistance with the expungement process.…Learn More8
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Monday, October 105:30—6:30 PMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
In-Person Young Writer's Club
Calling all young aspiring authors! Join other young wordsmiths in our Youth Writing Club! We'll help you get started writing, and keep you motivated with games, writing prompts, tips, and tricks! Write with your peers, have them review your work, and meet other young writers! Come for just one session, or attend every month. Open to 4th-12th graders. Registration is required. All program attendees are required to wear a mask regardless of vaccination status. In person programming is subject to change based on COVID-19 levels in Oakland County.Monday, October 106:30—8:00 PMZoom
Zoom: Michigan's Most Haunted Locations
This presentation takes the audience on a ghostly journey to some of the most haunted places in Michigan. It covers the entire state from wandering ghosts in the North Woods to a haunted B & B in Detroit. From phantom creatures to weird apparitions, no place in Michigan is without its own hauntings.…Learn More11
Tuesday, October 11All DayNone
Virtual Storytime
Every Tuesday we upload a new storytime with Ms. Jocelyn or Ms. Staci, so join us for stories and songs!
Videos can be found on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/LTPLMI/videos/
and on our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEn6k2D9x4AqBmvNuRy8ajQ
Tuesday, October 117:00—9:00 PMDraught Horse Brewery57721 Grand River Ave, Lyon Charter Twp, MI, 48165
Books & Brews
Join us at Draught Horse Brewery for a lively discussion of "Lab Girl" by Hope Jahren. Books may be picked up at the library Circulation Desk, or put on hold here. eBook and audiobook copies can be downloaded on Libby here.
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Wednesday, October 127:00—9:00 PMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Zoom
New Library Townhall Meeting
The Lyon Township Board and LTPL Board have approved the use of the 11 Mile Rd and Milford Rd township-owned property for a new library facility and future township park!
The new library portion of this project will be on the November 8 election ballot, asking for the passage of a millage for a construction bond to build the new library facility.…Learn More
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Thursday, October 1310:30—11:15 AMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Storytime @ LTPL
Join Ms. Staci or Ms. Jocelyn for stories, songs, bubbles, and lots of fun! This program is designed to encourage a love of language, learning, and reading while practicing listening skills. Designed for children ages 0 - 6 and their families. Registration is required.Thursday, October 132:00—3:30 PMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Genealogy Book Club
Join us as we discuss "Family Tree" by: Susan WiggsFrom the #1 New York Times bestselling author comes a powerful, emotionally complex story of love, loss, the pain of the past—and the promise of the future.
Sometimes the greatest dream starts with the smallest element.…Learn More
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Friday, October 142:00—3:30 PMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Genealogy Roundtable
All are welcome to come share their ideas, show genealogy treasures or tell us about a brick wall that they have encountered. We all have a lot of experiences to share with each other!Please register below.15
Saturday, October 1510:00 AM—1:00 PMLibrary Parking LotLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Community Document Shredding
We are partnering with Salem South Lyon District Library to offer document shredding events to members of our communities. Protect your personal information and destroy your confidential documents at our paper shredding event at the library. Consumer fraud and identity theft are putting communities at risk.…Learn More16
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Monday, October 176:00—7:00 PMLarge Study RoomLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
In-Person Notary with John Hogan of Comerica Bank
John Hogan from Comerica Bank returns to offer evening hours for notary services.
Please bring a photo id and do not sign your documents before arrival.
First-come, first-served in the large study room.…Learn MoreMonday, October 176:30—8:00 PMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
CANCELED - In Person - Witches: From Wonderful to Wicked to Wonderful: Ancient Herbal Healers
Witches: From Wonderful to Wicked to Wonderful (Ancient Herbal Healers) Ed Blondin takes you on an exploration of the Western world’s original herbal healers. Starting 6ooo years ago in ancient Sumeria , these healers took on the many roles that lay the foundation of modern medicine.…Learn More18
Tuesday, October 18All DayNone
Virtual Storytime
Every Tuesday we upload a new storytime with Ms. Jocelyn or Ms. Staci, so join us for stories and songs!
Videos can be found on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/LTPLMI/videos/
and on our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEn6k2D9x4AqBmvNuRy8ajQ
Tuesday, October 18All DayNone
Tissue Paper Stained Glass Autumn Leaf Take-and-Make Craft Kit
Sign up to reserve a "Tissue Paper Stained Glass Autumn Leaf Take-and-Make Craft Kit". Included will be everything you need: a precut cardstock leaf outline, contact paper and Autumn colored tissue paper! Kits will be available to pick up beginning Tuesday, October 18th.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 186:30—8:30 PMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Intermediate DNA - A Case Study
This lecture is geared to the intermediate DNA user; prior experience with DNA is assumed/expected of participants.
Intermediate DNA Lecture by Mark Corrao.
This lecture will focus on the available DNA test results in order to try to identify additional ancestors.…Learn More
Tuesday, October 186:30—7:45 PMOut in the Community
Keeping Kids Safe, Happy & Healthy in the Digital Age
Join author, Dr. Devorah Heitner, as she teaches parents how to support their children's use of technology, how to empower kids to make positive choices online, and how to create a smart tech culture within a family. Screenwise helps parents recognize that the social wisdom they have gained throughout their lives is a relevant and urgently needed supplement to their kid’s digital savvy.…Learn More
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Wednesday, October 196:30—8:00 PMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Secret Societies in Detroit with Author Bill Loomis
Secret Societies in DetroitSecret societies have operated in Detroit since its earliest days. By the 1870s men began founding and joining new clubs by the thousands from all levels of society. Immigrants were founding clubs as were African-Americans. Women would not be left out either and created auxiliaries of men’s clubs or founded major new sisterhoods.…Learn More20
Thursday, October 2010:30—11:15 AMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Storytime @ LTPL (Diwali)
Join Ms. Staci or Ms. Jocelyn for stories, songs, bubbles, and lots of fun! This program is designed to encourage a love of language, learning, and reading while practicing listening skills. Designed for children ages 0 - 6 and their families. Registration is required.Thursday, October 206:30—7:30 PMZoom
Online Teen Game Night
On the first, third, and fifth Thursdays of each month, we host Teen Game Nights for grades 6-12. Teens from Fraser, Grand Ledge, Holly, Ionia, Lyon Twp, Milan, Redford, and Stair Libraries meet virtually to play games together online. We meet at 6:30pm on Zoom and all log into BoardGameArena to play.…Learn More21
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Monday, October 246:00—7:00 PMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Legos with Librarians
Stop by and build something fun at the library! We have Legos, K'nex and other materials to build with. Everyone can make their own creation, or follow along with a different prompt each time we meet. We'll take photos of all the cool things you create to share! All ages are welcome.…Learn More25
Tuesday, October 25All DayNone
Virtual Storytime
Every Tuesday we upload a new storytime with Ms. Jocelyn or Ms. Staci, so join us for stories and songs!
Videos can be found on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/LTPLMI/videos/
and on our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEn6k2D9x4AqBmvNuRy8ajQ
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Wednesday, October 266:30—8:00 PMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Train Robberies in Michigan
Calling all railroad fans!
Come see our engaging presentation about train robberies across the state - some tragic, some humorous. Join us for a PowerPoint presentation detailing various train robberies throughout the State of Michigan from the mid 1800's up to as recently as 2017! Find out which criminals were caught, and which ones managed to escape with the loot.…Learn More27
Thursday, October 2710:30—11:15 AMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Halloween Storytime @ LTPL
Join Ms. Staci or Ms. Jocelyn for stories, songs, bubbles, and lots of fun! This program is designed to encourage a love of language, learning, and reading while practicing listening skills. Designed for children ages 0 - 6 and their families. Registration is required.Thursday, October 276:00—7:00 PMZoom
CANCELED - Virtual Family Trivia
Join us for a live online quiz to test your knowledge! Each month we have a different topic.
Participants will need one device to log into zoom and a second device (like a phone) to log into Kahoot to answer questions.
All ages are welcome to participate and registrants will receive a link to the zoom session.Thursday, October 276:00—6:45 PMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Evening Family Halloween Storytime
Join Ms. Jocelyn for Halloween stories, songs, bubbles, and lots of fun! Wear your costumes if you like and we can have a costume parade through the library! This program is designed to encourage a love of language, learning, and reading while practicing listening skills. Designed for children ages 0 - 7 yrs old and their families. Older children are welcome! Registration is required, please register using the form below. 28
Friday, October 282:00—3:30 PMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Genealogy Roundtable
All are welcome to come share their ideas, show genealogy treasures or tell us about a brick wall that they have encountered. We all have a lot of experiences to share with each other!Please register below.29
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