Mollie Moody will share this fascinating account of her father's experience as a tank commander in World War II. Capt. Maynard's posthumously published diary provides a unique, first-hand perspective of this momentous era. All proceeds from the sales of the book will be donated to the VFW of Michigan.
Artist and educator Penny Krebiehl will lead this guided journal and drawing workshop, gathering at the library before heading outdoors. Participants should dress for outdoor weather, and bring their own drawing supplies (notebooks, pens, pencils, etc). The group will then meet back at the library to share their work. All ages are welcome.
Christopher Lamb will share examples of his unique compositions, combining the beauty of landscape photography with the wonderment of the night sky. The result is a gallery of the night sky not visible with the naked eye, with all of its colors, detail and clarity. Come join us for a discussion about the images of
The Leelanau Historical Society will lead this interactive workshop, exploring the wealth of resources available via the Digital Michigan Newspaper Portal. LHS staff will walk attendees through some sample searches, demonstrating the various tools available, then provide time for individual exploration and questions. Bring your own laptop or tablet, or borrow one from the library.
Learn how to use Google Drive, the popular free service that allows you to store and access files via the cloud. Google Drive also gives you access to free web-based applications for creating documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and more. Public Service librarian Dave Ulrich will be your guide for this fun introductory workshop. Bring your computer
Local filmmaker James Weston Schaberg will present his 2023 documentary film Eye of the Wind, a stunning presentation of aerial photography. The film demonstrates the art of quietly capturing bird’s-eye views without noisy drones or burning fossil fuels, offering unique perspectives on the landscapes of Leelanau County and other locations.
Artist and educator Penny Krebiehl will lead this guided journal and drawing workshop, gathering at the library before heading outdoors. Participants should dress for outdoor weather, and bring their own drawing supplies (notebooks, pens, pencils, etc). The group will then meet back at the library to share their work. All ages are welcome.
Come and learn about the health of the Great Lakes in this fun Workshop presented by Inland Seas Educational Association. They'll review their Remote Operating Vehicle program which enables underwater research. The ISEA will lead a hands on-exercise to make a functional ROV. This workshop is ideal for kids in grades 6-12 and their parents,
Come learn about the Bay Area Transportation Authority, our regional public transit system. Brian Clark, mobility and outreach coordinator for BATA, will be on hand to give a quick tour of our regional, publicly-funded transit system. His presentation will include a demonstration of the BATA apps that can help you make this most of this
Create your own special birthday card or Valentine with paper crafter Susan Schneider. All materials will be provided to make a charming card for either occasion. To save a seat, please call the library @ 231.236.5361 or email: [email protected] to register by Monday, January 15.
Come and explore techniques for stress reduction and wellness promotion with Wendy Weckstein of Norther Michigan Psychiatric Services. She'll discuss how mindfulness can help reduce the emotional and physical stresses often associated with aging.
Experience the beauty, power and wonder of our unique Great Lakes ecosystem in this stunning three-part film series. We'll present one episode on each of the following dates: December 5, 12 & 19, 7:00 PM.
