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Saturday, December 211:00 AM—12:00 PMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Nature's Nightlife with Leslie Science and Nature Center
Find out what happens after the sun goes down in this exciting exploration into the world of nocturnal animals with staff from the Leslie Science and Nature Center. Live animal ambassadors will take center stage as we meet bats, owls, and spiders.…Learn MoreSaturday, December 21:00—2:00 PMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Nature's Nightlife with Leslie Science and Nature Center
Find out what happens after the sun goes down in this exciting exploration into the world of nocturnal animals with staff from the Leslie Science and Nature Center. Live animal ambassadors will take center stage as we meet bats, owls, and spiders.…Learn More3
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Monday, December 46:30—8:30 PMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Winter Seed Sowing
Presented by Pam Quackenbush & Jean BenedictLearn how to use the rhythms of the winter season to sow and grow seeds of perennials, hardy annuals, trees, shrubs, and native plants that require a cold period in order to germinate. This method uses natural light and cold and items already found in your home or recycle bin.…Learn More5
Tuesday, December 56:00—7:00 PMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Winter Cardinal Watercolor Painting Class
Join Katie Rothley at LTPL for a fun, relaxed, step-by-step watercolor painting class!We will be painting a winter cardinal. Some watercolor techniques will be explained and used. All supplies will be provided, however if you already own a set of watercolor paint brushes and paints, feel welcome to use them instead!This class if open to ages 18 and up.6
Wednesday, December 610:00—11:30 AMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Stay and Play
Come visit us at the library with your 0-4 year olds and stay to play for awhile! We'll have toys and manipulatives out in the community center room for you to play along with your kiddos as well as chat with other parents and caregivers of young ones. This won't be a structured storytime but we will offer some books for you to enjoy together. Registration is required, but you can stop in anytime between 10am and 11:30am - no requirement to be here right at the beginning.
Wednesday, December 66:00—7:30 PMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Friends of the Library Meeting
Be part of something exciting and make a difference at your library! In the past years, the Friends have supported many library endeavors including: fundraising via book sales, the Accessories Bazaar and the BOOzaar. They have purchased a flat screen TV for our library marketing display, helped put on Family Fun Day, contributed for the Neighborhood Library Association’s author visit, have donated magazine subscriptions to the library, and have funded our ability to provide ebooks to our customers.
Wednesday, December 67:00—8:00 PMZoom
Twas the Night Before Christmas: American Christmas Traditions
The fascinating real-life story of The Night Before Christmas chimes to life as told by educational entertainer, Martina Mathisen, along with the stories of our American Christmas Traditions. Why do we kiss under mistletoe? Why do we decorate with poinsettias?…Learn More7
Thursday, December 710:30—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. The first 12 families to register and attend will receive a free book thanks to a grant from Great Start Oakland. 8
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Saturday, December 91:00—3:00 PMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Tech Take Apart
Have you ever wondered what goes on inside computers and other gadgets? Join us as we take them apart and take a look at what’s inside! Everything will be recycled after we’re finished. For children in grades 4 - 12. Please register below.10
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Monday, December 115:30—6:30 PMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
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.…Learn More
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Tuesday, December 127:00—9:00 PMCancun Mexican Grill25900 Pontiac Trail, South Lyon, MI, 48178
Books & Brews
Join us at Cancun Mexican Grill for a lively discussion of this month's book "We Were Liars" by E. Lockhart. . Books can be checked out at the library, or place a hold on a copy here. Download the eBook or audiobook on Libby here.…Learn More13
Wednesday, December 1310:00—11:30 AMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Stay and Play
Come visit us at the library with your 0-4 year olds and stay to play for awhile! We'll have toys and manipulatives out in the community center room for you to play along with your kiddos as well as chat with other parents and caregivers of young ones. This won't be a structured storytime but we will offer some books for you to enjoy together. Registration is required, but you can stop in anytime between 10am and 11:30am - no requirement to be here right at the beginning.
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Thursday, December 1410:30—11:15 AMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Hanukkah Storytime @ LTPL
Join Ms. Staci or Ms. Jocelyn for Hanukkah 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, December 142:00—3:00 PMCancun Mexican Grill25900 Pontiac Trail, South Lyon, MI, 48178
Genealogy Book Club
December's Book Club will meet at Cancun Mexican Grill in South Lyon!Join us for our monthly in-person book club discussion of "When All Is Said" by Anne Griffin. You can check out this book at the library, or put it on hold here. If you had to pick five people to sum up your life, who would they be? If you were to raise a glass to each of them, what would you say? And what would you learn about yourself, when all is said and done? This is the story of Maurice Hannigan, who, over the course of a Saturday night in June, orders five different drinks at the Rainford House Hotel.…Learn More15
Friday, December 152:00—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. 16
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Monday, December 1811:00 AM—5:00 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 MoreMonday, December 186:00—7:00 PMLarge Study RoomLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Free Notary Service with Comerica Bank
Amy McKechnie 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, December 186:30—7:30 PMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Mason Jar Paperwhites Make & Take
Stop by the library and create a lovely holiday gift for yourself or a nature-loving friend or relative. Paperwhites are a fragrant winter treat and are surprisingly easy to grow! All materials and instructions for care will be provided. This program is for grown-ups only.…Learn More19
Tuesday, December 191:00—3:00 PMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Genealogy Christmas Tea
Come in out of the cold and enjoy a cup of tea, some sandwiches and cookies.
You are welcome to bring in a family treasure, picture or something that you treasure to share with us.
If you would like to bring in a homemade cookie, that would be great, but not mandatory.…Learn More20
Wednesday, December 2010:00—11:30 AMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Stay and Play
Come visit us at the library with your 0-4 year olds and stay to play for awhile! We'll have toys and manipulatives out in the community center room for you to play along with your kiddos as well as chat with other parents and caregivers of young ones. This won't be a structured storytime but we will offer some books for you to enjoy together. Registration is required, but you can stop in anytime between 10am and 11:30am - no requirement to be here right at the beginning.
Wednesday, December 207:00—8:00 PMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Meditation: How Easy & Transformative It Really Is
Presented by Brett Koon.
Once you learn how easy it is, it becomes a wonderful source of returning you back to a place of peace and ease with life.
Brett is an Inspirational Speaker, Meditation Teacher and leads Meditation Retreats. He has been meditating for almost 32 years.…Learn More21
Thursday, December 2110:30—11:15 AMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Christmas 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. Feel free to wear your Holiday PJs!22
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Sunday, December 24Closed
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Monday, December 25Closed
Lyon Township Public Library
Monday, December 256:00—7:00 PMLarge Study RoomLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Free Notary Service with Comerica Bank
Amy McKechnie 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 More26
Tuesday, December 26Closed
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Wednesday, December 2710:00—11:30 AMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Stay and Play
Come visit us at the library with your 0-4 year olds and stay to play for awhile! We'll have toys and manipulatives out in the community center room for you to play along with your kiddos as well as chat with other parents and caregivers of young ones. This won't be a structured storytime but we will offer some books for you to enjoy together. Registration is required, but you can stop in anytime between 10am and 11:30am - no requirement to be here right at the beginning.
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Thursday, December 2810:30—11:15 AMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
Kwanzaa Storytime @ LTPL
Join Ms. Staci or Ms. Jocelyn for Kwanzaa 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, December 286:00—7:00 PMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
CANCELED - Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Put your pajamas on, grab a stuffed friend and come to the library for some bedtime stories. If your stuffed animal is brave enough, they will be allowed to spend the night at the library. Come back in on Friday morning to pick them up and see what fun they had and what kind of trouble they got into! All ages welcome. Registration Required.29
Friday, December 292:00—3:30 PMLibrary Community CenterLyon Township Public Library27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI, 48178
CANCELED - 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. 30
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