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AUBURN HILLS PUBLIC LIBRARY NEWSLETTER

April 2015

AUBURN HILLS

PUBLIC LIBRARY

3400 East Seyburn Drive

Auburn Hills, MI 48326

248.370.9466

auburn-hills.lib.mi.us

Monday - Thursday

10:00 am - 9:00 pm

Friday - Saturday

10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Sunday - Closed

Featured

Adult Programs

Book Bingo

Wednesday, April 8

2:00 - 3:00 pm

Auburn Hills

Writers’ Group

Thursday, April 16

6:30 - 8:30 pm

Murder by the Book

Discussion Group

“Defending Jacob”

By William Landay

Saturday, April 18

10:30 - 11:30 am

AUBURN HILLS PUBLIC LIBRARY

USED BOOK SALE

The Spring 2015 Used Book Sale dates are as follows:

Wednesday, April 29: 4:00 - 8:00 pm (Grand Opening!)

Thursday, April 30: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

Friday, May 1: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Saturday, May 2: 10:00 - 5:00 pm ($5.00 Bag Sale All Day!)

Hundreds of items will be available, including: Fiction, Nonfiction,

Teen, Youth, Paperbacks, Video Games, DVDs, Music CDs, Vinyl

Records.

Arrive early for the best selection!

LIBRARY HOLIDAY CLOSING

The Library will be closed on Friday, April 3, and will

re-open at 10:00 am on Saturday, April 4.

LIBRARY BOARD VACANCIES

Interested in running for the Library Board?

Deadline to file petitions or pay the non-refundable

$100 fee is 4:00 pm on Tuesday, April 21. There

are three seats up for election. Two are full six-year terms, and one is

a partial term that expires in 2017. You must declare which seat you

are seeking. If more than twice the number of open seats have

candidates filing, there will be a Primary Election on August 4. If two

or less per seat file, then the election will be held November 3 with the

City Council election. For more information, or to pick up an

informational packet with blank petitions, contact the Clerk’s office at

248.370.9402.

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Featured Family and

Youth Programs

Knitting and Craft Club

First Saturday of each month

1:30 pm

Adults and children

ages 7 and up

Please bring knitting needles

and yarn.

Spring Break Family Crafts

(Ages 3-8)

Monday-Friday, April 6-10

During Library Open Hours

Drop in and make a fun craft

any time this week—as many

as you want. Ages 3-8

welcome, accompanied by an

adult.

Featured

Library Board Programs

Board Meeting

Tuesday, April 28

5:45 pm

In Recognition of National Library Week,

Food for Fines returns to the Auburn Hills

Public Library April 13-18, 2015

Your favorite win-win program is coming back this month!

If you’ve got overdue library materials at home, now is the time to

round them up. During Food for Fines Week (Monday, April 13 through

Saturday, April 18), you can make your fines disappear and help stock

the shelves of our local food pantries at the same time.

Here’s how it works:

Bring non-expired, non-perishable food items to donate at the

Auburn Hills Public Library.

For each food item you donate, $1.00 of your library fines for

overdue items will be forgiven (limit of $20.00 per library

card).

Fines can only be forgiven on overdue materials that have been

returned, so make sure you’ve looked under the bed first! You can

also log in to your online library account or ask at the Check Out

desk if you’re not sure which materials you currently have checked

out or whether you have a fine.

Sorry, but Food for Fines credit cannot be applied toward fees for

items that have been lost or damaged.

All donations collected during Food for Fines Week will be

distributed to local food pantries.

Kroger Community Rewards Program

Many thanks to those of you who have signed up for this

program to benefit the Auburn Hills Public Library. This is

a reminder that participants must re-enroll each April to continue

earning funds for the Library. If you have not participated before, it’s

easy to sign up! Go to the link below, click on “Michigan” and click on

“Enroll.” All participants must have a valid online account at

Kroger.com, and must sign up online to participate.

http://www.krogercommunityrewards.com

Battle of the Books Results!

Congratulations to the teams who placed in the 2015 Battle of the Books. They

are: 1st: Keepers of Knowledge (Auburn Elementary) 2nd: The Raging Bookcats (Deerfield

Elementary) 3rd: Super Readers (Woodland Elementary)

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Basic Computer Classes

These classes are for patrons that have never used, or have limited experience using, the

programs listed below. Bring your own laptop to practice, or just attend the presentation.

All classes will be held in the Large Meeting Room on the lower level from 7:00 – 8:00 pm.

Register by calling 248.364.6706, or go to our Events Calendar to register online.

Word: Provides the basic knowledge of Microsoft Word (Create, edit, print and save documents).

Wednesday, April 1

Excel: Provides the basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel (Create, edit, formulas, print and save

spreadsheets). Wednesday, April 8

Email: Learn how to create an account (Create, open, send and attach emails). Wednesday, April 15

Reading Therapy Dog

Mondays in April

4:45 - 5:45 pm

Therapy Dogs International will visit the Library with two reading therapy dogs, Maddy and Bailey! This

program encourages children to read by providing a non-judgmental listener and furry friend to read to.

Children will register for 10-minute blocks to read to either Maddy or Bailey, 3 year-old Golden Retriever

sisters. Registration begins one week before each session. All ages welcome! Register by calling

248.364.6712, or stop by the Youth Services Desk.

Preschool Storytime: Animal ABC’s (Ages 3-Kindergarten)

Tuesday, January 6-May 19, 10:30 am/7:00 pm OR

Thursday, January 8-May 21, 7:00 pm

Stories, songs and rhymes are all part of the fun! Children must be able to attend this 30-

minute program by themselves. Register for no more than one session per week. Please note that there

will be no programs during the winter and spring school breaks. Register at the Youth Services desk,

call 248.364.6712, or go to our Events Calendar to register online. Early registration and arrival for

programs is key to ensure that your child can enjoy them. Late arrivals will not be admitted.

April is Poetry Month—Contests!

Ages 3-7: Submit a rhyme or a poem with a picture about what the Library means to

you. Entries must be submitted by Monday, April 6 by 9:00 pm.

Ages 8-11: Submit a poem about what the Library means to you. Entries must be

submitted by Monday, April 6 by 9:00 pm.

Entries will be displayed in the Library , and prizes will be awarded to each age group.

For Teens (Grades 6-12): See Youth Services desk for details and rules. Four winners will be

announced by April 25.

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Dominica: Tell Us About Your Travels

Tuesday, April 14, 6:30 - 8:00 pm

Wedged between the two French islands of Guadeloupe and Martinique in the Eastern

Caribbean, Dominica is a land of mountains, fresh-flowing rivers, greenery and waterfalls.

Register by calling 248.364.6706, or go to our Events Calendar to register online.

Teen Book Club (Grades 6-12)

Tuesday, April 14, 6:00 - 8:00 pm

Come and share what you’re reading with other teens, discover new titles and share

your latest literary obsession. This book club will be book-talk based, so there’s no

required reading. Register by calling 248.364.6712, or go to our Events Calendar to

register online.

Teen Fun Friday (Grades 6-12)

Friday, April 10, 5:30 - 8:30 pm

Join us on the second Friday of each month for a special after-hours teen-only program.

Each month will have a different activity. We may watch a movie, play games, or have

themed activities. Register by calling 248.364.6712, or go to our Events Calendar to register online.

Pokémon Hangout (Grades 4 and up)

Saturday, April 11, 2:00-4:00 pm

Bring your Pokémon cards, Nintendo DS, 3DS, or just a friend; come battle with us! We

will provide snacks; don’t miss out! No registration necessary. Call the Youth Services

desk at 248.364.6712 for more information.

Wet Basement Workshop

Tuesday, April 7, 7:00 - 8:30 pm

Home improvement professional Ron Gay identifies ten things homeowners need to know

about how to fix the causes of wet basements, and how to prevent future problems. His

book, Five Steps to a Dry Basement or Crawl Space, will be available to purchase. Register

by calling 248.364.6706, or go to our Events Calendar to register online.

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Big Buddies/Little Buddies (For Kindergarteners-First Graders,

and Grades 6-12)

Wednesday, April 15, 6:30 - 7:30 pm

Teens can help a “little buddy” practice reading, playing games, and making crafts. Little buddies love

hanging out with the “big kids,” and they will appreciate the time teens spend with them. This program

is intended to promote literacy, mentoring, and leadership skills. Registration required. Register by

calling 248.364.6712, or go to our Events Calendar to register online.

Drop-In Free Play (Ages 0-3 Plus Caregiver)

Saturday, April 18, 11:00 am - 12:00 Noon

Our littlest patrons are getting a special program just for them! Drop in for a free

play hour with other babies and toddlers. Enjoy some time with other parents as

your children play, learn and grow! We will have toys for ages 0-3 years to play with—and play on!

Please come and join us! For more information, call the Youth Services desk at 248.364.6712.

ACT Practice Test (Grades 9-12)

Saturday, April 18, 1:00 - 5:00 pm

Take the ACT practice exam under comparable test conditions. Pick up your results the

following week. Register by calling 248.364.6712, stop by the Youth Services desk, or go to our Events

Calendar to register online.

Artful Tuesdays: Paper Crafting: Paper Flowers

(Adult Program)

Tuesday, April 21, 6:30 - 8:00 pm

Even though flowers are just beginning to appear in gardens, create your own

bouquets indoors. Space is limited. Register by calling 248.364.6706, or go to our

Events Calendar to register online. Attendees must give 24 hours cancellation notice to allow others on

the waiting list to attend.

Mom and Tot Storytime (Children Under 3 Plus Caregiver)

January 7 - May 15, Wednesday, 10:30-11:00 am

OR Friday, 10:30-11:00 am

Offered twice a week, every other Wednesday and Friday. This program includes organized

songs, stories, and finger plays, followed by a free-play time for parents to chat with one

another. Register for no more than one session per week. Please note that there will be no

programs during the winter and spring school breaks. Register at the Youth Services desk, call

248.364.6712, or go to our Events Calendar to register online. Early registration and arrival for

programs is key to ensure that your child can enjoy them. Late arrivals will not be admitted.

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Teen Writing Group (Grades 6-12)

Wednesday, April 22, 6:00 - 8:00 pm

Are you a teen who loves to write stories, poetry, or comics? In our monthly writing

group, we will work-shop your original writing, and try writing exercises. Learn how to

critique writing and give feedback to others, practice your critical thinking and creative writing skills, and

meet new friends. Register by calling 248.364.6712, or go to our Events Calendar to register online.

Hunger Games Teen and Tween Party (Grades 5-12)

Saturday, April 25, 2:00 - 5:30 pm

Join us for a Hunger Games party! There will be themed crafts, games and snacks! We

will also have a screening of The Hunger Games: Mockingjay, Part 1 (rated PG-13).

Attendees under age 13 must have a signed permission slip to watch the movie.

Register by calling 248.364.6706, or go to our Events Calendar to register online.

ADULT SERVICES Program Survey Available!

The Adult Services Department wants your feedback! We are

interested in finding out what types of programs our adult patrons would enjoy. The

survey is available from our website, as well as paper copies available in Adult Services.

We look forward to hearing from you! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1MwR4sU78-

2cTaf8bJj-4qFDocXnJXowOkcwI3NaLQmU/viewform

Anime/Manga Club (Grades 6-12)

Tuesday, April 21, 6:00 - 8:30 pm Our anime/manga club run by teens here at the Library meets on the third Tuesday of each

month. Meet other teens like you who love watching anime and reading manga. We’ll

watch anime and do other fun activities. Register by calling 248.364.6712,

emailing teens@auburn-hills.lib.mi.us, or go to our Events Calendar to register online.

TEEN SERVICES Program Survey Available!

The Teen Services Department wants your feedback! Please tell us what kinds of

programs you are interested in, and what you would like to see come to the library for our

teens. The survey is available on our website, as well as a paper copy available at the

Youth Services desk. We look forward to hearing from you! https://docs.google.com/

forms/d/15WAuKgit7IXGZWFFzqOKr02TCTFr8cR_xZVkkwjH_D8/viewform