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May 22nd @ 9:00 a.m.
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Meetings open to public.
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Holiday Closings 2012
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May 26, 27, 28
Independence Day
July 4
Labor Day Weekend
September 1, 2, 3
Thanksgiving Day
November 22
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December 24, 25
New Year's Eve & Day
December 31 & January 1
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30th Anniversary Bridgman Community Garage Sale
The Friends of the Library's 30th Anniversary Community Garage Sale dates are Saturday, May 19th and Sunday May 20th.
Permits are still on sale through Friday, May 18th at the Bridgman Library for $12 each. The map has been printed and will be distributed on Saturday, May 19th from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m. at the corner of Lake & Church Streets (one block east of the railroad tracks).
Permits are still on sale through Friday, May 18th at the Bridgman Library for $12 each. The map has been printed and will be distributed on Saturday, May 19th from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m. at the corner of Lake & Church Streets (one block east of the railroad tracks).
PLEASE EXCUSE THE MESS
Beginning Wednesday, May 16th, the Library will be under construction. The skylight in the original part of the library, known as KalWall, needs to be replaced. The new skylight will be just like the original, only much brighter. KalWall is a trusted name in skylights and the same company has been hired to do this work. Originally installed in 1984, the skylight is a focal point of the library and it was important to maintain this beautiful feature. We apologize for any noise or disruptions but we know you will enjoy all the light that will soon be shining in.
Scrapbooking Class
On May 19th from 10 am to 3:30 pm, Creative Memories consultant, Sue Tolsma, will teach participants scrapbooking techniques in Traditional and Digital formats. This program is for beginners to expert. Bring a lunch and stay all day or just come for a couple of hours.
Sign up is required.
KNOW THE 10 SIGNS OF ALZHEIMER'S
DATE: Tuesday, May 22nd
TIME: 6:00 to 7:300 p.m.
PLACE: Bridgman Public Library
COST: This program is free but a donation of $10 per person/family is greatly appreciated.
REGISTRATION: Advance Registration is Required. Please call the Bridgman Library at 269.465.3663 or register on-line.
If you or someone you know is experiencing memory loss or behavioral changes, it's time to learn the facts. Early detection of Alzheimer's disease gives you a chance to begin drug therapy, enroll in clinical studies and plan for the future. This interactive workshop features video clips of people living with Alzheimer's disease, addresses the ten warning signs and what to do if you observe them in yourself or someone you know.
FREE HEALTH EDUCATION SERIES
Lakeland HealthCare will present a free series of classes designed with your health and well-being in mind. ALL CLASSES BEGIN AT 6:30 p.m.
May 29 6:30 p.m. Stop Stressing Your Heart
The Bridgman Library will host a Lakeland HealthCare "Stop Stressing Your Heart” class. The class will identify risk factors for heart disease and identify life stressors that may increase your risk of heart disease. For more information contact Lakeland at 269-556-2872. Registration is encouraged but not required; walk-ins are welcome. Checkout our website for other programs at the library http://www.bridgmanlibrary.org/.
HARDING'S AND eSCRIP
The Bridgman Library would like to take this opportunity to thank Harding's and eScrip for offering this wonderful program. Last year, Harding's donated more than $840 to the Bridgman Library, all made possible because you scanned your eScrip card when you shopped at Harding's. Thank you Harding's, eScrip and Bridgman shoppers. Each donation makes a BIG difference!!!
Wow! From now through June, all Library eScrip donations will support the Library Community Garden!!!
COMPUTER CLASSES
Computer help is as close as your library!! We have developed computer classes to help you, from beginner to advanced. From Facebook to Word, right click or left, Ted and Lane have a program to help you. A Dell laptop is available for your use, thanks to our Friends of the Bridgman Library.For information on specific classes, click here.
Ted, the tech guy, is available to assist you in improving your skills in Windows or OS X. He will be available by appointment only. These appointments are a half hour session at a time. We are looking forward to offering a variety of different computer classes in the future, suggestions are encouraged.
ANCESTRY LIBRARY EDITION
Attention all genealogists: The Bridgman Library now subscribes to Ancestry Library Edition! The Friends of the Bridgman Library have generously provided the patrons of our library with this new tool for searching and finding our ancestors. We have a computer dedicated to genealogy, but you may use any computer in the library or your laptop on our wi-fi. The staff is always happy to help you. TEENS: genealogy isn't just for adults. You can use your iPad or iPhone too.
Travel Talk with John: South Africa & Kenya
For the past 11 years of John's business career, he and his wife had the opportunity of traveling to his company's plants around the world. They traveled over 1.5 million air miles to 100+ countries. The most interesting part of their world travels was visiting with the locals.
In 1997, John and his wife were guests at Marius Els' private Waterbuck Game Farm, close to South Africa's Kruger National Park. In 1998, they visited Kenya and went on a safari at the Little Governor's Camp in the Maasai Mara and then stayed at The Ark.
Join John on Saturday, June 23, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. as he shares his experience traveling in South Africa and Kenya.
BLOOD DRIVE
The Bridgman Library sponsor's a blood drive every 8 weeks on Wednesday's from 1 to 5 pm. Walk-ins are always welcome. Sign up's begin two weeks before each blood drive. You must bring a picture I.D.
June 27, 2012
August 22, 2012
October 17, 2012
December 12, 2012
PARK AND READ!!!!
Michigan's Department of Natural Resources has partnered with the Library of Michigan to offer "Park & Read". This program will be available through October 1, 2012.
Park & Read allows residents of the City of Bridgman and Lake Charter Township with a current and valid library card the ability to "check out" a one day pass into any of the 98 Michigan state park or recreation areas in lieu of the resident daily motor vehicle permit. This $6 savings also provides free access to events taking place in state parks throughout the summer.
Passes are valid for seven (7) days from check out, can be used for one day only and are limited to one per family, per week. For more information or to check one out call or stop by the Bridgman Library.
Knit N Yarn
The Knit N Yarn group recently received a Heart of Cook grant to buy yarn for various community projects. They are in the process of making sun tops and shirts to send to the Musoma Children's Home in Tanzania. The group is also working on knitted and crocheted felted purses for an orphanage/school in Africa and creating items for the Bridgman Lions Club. This winter they contributed hats and mittens to the Benton Harbor Head Start program. A big "Thank You" goes to the Heart of Cook Foundation for their generous grant.Bridgman Library is home to the Knit n' Yarn knitters. This group welcomes anyone who does needle crafts of any kind. If you would like to join them, they meet every Monday and Thursday from 1 to 3 pm and the third Tuesday of each month at 6 pm. It doesn't matter your level of expertise, beginner or master or no experience at all, the members would be happy to welcome you to the group. For more information contact the Library at 269-465-3663.