Join us for a special community screening of this acclaimed documentary film Marqueetown. The film explores the history of The Nordic Theater, an innovative gem, which endured in Marquette Michigan for almost 100 years, even as the world changed endlessly around them. Local kid Bernie Rosendahl’s modern crusade to restore the historic arthouse to its
Join us for a special community screening of the acclaimed documentary film "Marqueetown". The film explores the history of The Nordic Theater, an innovative gem, which endured in Marquette Michigan for almost 100 years, even as the world changed endlessly around them. Local kid Bernie Rosendahl’s modern crusade to restore the historic arthouse to its
Great fun is in store for the whole family as Susan shares her book, "Nellie meets Charlie the Crab". Accompanying Susan to the library will be Nellie, the star of the book! All who attend will be eligible in the drawing to receive a copy of the book!
Join us for another exciting Summer Reading Program Presentation! The library is hosting children's author & illustrator, Sarah Trulaske and her dog and star of her book, Nellie. All kids who attend will be eligible to enter a drawing for their own copy of "Nellie Meets Charlie the Crab".
Join us for this Sunday afternoon celebration at the Empire Township Hall. The gathering will honor Empire’s own Anne-Marie Oomen, recipient of the 2023 Michigan Author Award from the Library of Michigan. Festivities will include live music by Lisa and Ingemar Johansson of Song of the Lakes, along with readings by Anne-Marie and various friends
Join us for a celebration in honor of Empire’s own Anne-Marie Oomen, recipient of the 2023 Michigan Author Award from the Library of Michigan. Festivities will include live music by Lisa and Ingemar Johansson of Song of the Lakes, along with readings by Anne-Marie and others. Appetizers and beverages will be provided. Attendees may also
Explore the craft of nature observation in this morning field trip. Meet at the library, then hit the trails with artist, educator and environmentalist Penny Krebiehl as your guide. Bring your notepad, pens/pencils, binoculars, water bottle, etc., and dress appropriately for the weather conditions. Please contact the library in advance to register: 326-5361, or [email protected].
Historian Christine Byron will share the story of the “Green Book”, a travel guide for African American motorists from 1938 through 1967. Started by Victor Green, it listed places where African Americans were welcomed customers, so they could “vacation without aggravation.” Christine will focus on listings from Michigan, sharing anecdotes and photos that bring to
Help provide vital support to our regional healthcare system with your blood donation. The team from Versiti will be on hand from 11:00 am to 3:30 pm in our Program Room. Schedule an appointment to save a space. Walk-ins will also be welcome as the day’s schedule allows. Donors will receive a coupon for a
Get in the holiday spirit with this charming film, inspired by the life of Charles Dickens. Follow the magical journey that led to his creation of Ebenezer Scrooge, Tiny Tim and other classic characters from A Christmas Carol. Dickens mixed real life inspirations with his vivid imagination to conjure up a timeless tale, helping transform
The Sleeping Bear Nature Group will kick off the new year with another inspiring and educational outing, lead by artist and environmentalist Penny Krebiehl. This month’s meeting will begin with a recorded lecture from the recent Wild Wonder Conference with presenter Kate Rutter, entitled Celebrating Place Using the Four S’s: Scenes, Senses, Spaces, and Souvenirs.
Learn about the exciting new proposal to restore and revitalize Empire’s historic School House. Revitalize LLC and building owner Joe VanEsly will discuss their vision for this community landmark. They’ll share the same presentation that same evening at the 7:00 pm meeting of the Village of Empire Planning Commission.
