MONROE COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - All Day
Where: Bedford Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!

Ida Branch: Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - All Day
Where: Ida Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!
Drawing dates: 6/21, 6/28, 7/5, 7/12,7/19, grand prize drawing 7/26

Dundee Inspirational Book Club

When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Dundee Branch Library

Join us on the 3rd Wednesday of every month @ 2:00 p.m. to talk about these inspirational books that can make a difference in your life.

Everyone is welcome and books are available at the library!

August 15, 2012 - Finding Grace: A Memoir by Donna VanLiere
September 19, 2012 - The Fiddler by Beverly Lewis
October 17, 2012 - Shiloh Autumn by Bodie and Brock Thoene
November 21, 2012 - My Heart Remembers by Kim Vogel Sawyer
December 19, 2012 - Love Finds You on a Christmas Morning by Trish Perry and Debby Mayne
January 16, 2013 - Cure for the Common Life by Max Lucado
February 20, 2013 - A Time to Dance by Karen Kingsbury
March 20, 2013 - The Girl in the Gatehouse by Julie Klassen
April 17, 2013 - Illegitimate: How a Loving God Rescued a Son of Polygamy by Brian Mackert
May 15, 2013 - All Things New by Lynn Austin
June 19, 2013 - Pearl in the Sand by Tessa Afshar

Bedford Herb Group

When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Community Room

Bedford Herb Group meetings

Girls Night Out Book Club

When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Quilt Room

Are you looking for a relaxing night out with friends? Join our book club as we share great titles filled with fun and laughter. This club is for ADULTS ONLY! We meet on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. Copies of the next month's selection will be available at the meeting so that the members can read the book prior to our "night out".

Upcoming Selections 2013
June: The Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold
July: Why My Third Husband Will Be a Dog by Lisa Scottoline
August: The Last Picture Show by Larry McMurtry
September: Ghost at Work by Carolyn Hart
October: The Mercy of Thin Air by Ronlyn Domingue
November: To Kill a Mocking Bird by Harper Lee
December: No Meeting, see you next year.

Carleton Library Poetry Writing Club

When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Where: Carleton Branch Library

Are there poetry verses floating about in your head? Have you wanted to free your poetry verses from notebooks, desk drawers and scraps of paper? Do you want of share your love of poetry writing with others? Are you looking for a fun place to read your work and enjoy each others poetry? Join us at the Carleton Branch Library on the third Wednesday of the month for our Poetry Writing Club. We will have fun sharing our poetry, learning about ourselves as writers and sharing the works of some of our favorite poets. Questions call Jean Grose 734-654-2212.

Downtown Temperance Day planning meeting

When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 7:00 PM - 8:45 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Room C

Temperance Action Committee will host a planning meeting for Downtown Temperance Day scheduled for September 7, 2013.

Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - All Day
Where: Bedford Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!

Ida Branch: Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - All Day
Where: Ida Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!
Drawing dates: 6/21, 6/28, 7/5, 7/12,7/19, grand prize drawing 7/26

Bedford Area Historians

When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Room C

Meeting for free exchange of area Historical information and pertinent current events.

Krafty Krafters-South Rockwood

When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: South Rockwood Branch Library

1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. 6 PM to 8 PM
Join us with your kraft projects: knitting embroidery, quilting, ect.
We can enjoy being krafty together.

Montevallo Homeowner's Association

When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 8:45 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Display Case Room

Monthly meeting of Montevallo Homeowner's Association to discuss neighborhood issues.

Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Friday, June 21, 2013 - All Day
Where: Bedford Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!

Ida Branch: Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Friday, June 21, 2013 - All Day
Where: Ida Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!
Drawing dates: 6/21, 6/28, 7/5, 7/12,7/19, grand prize drawing 7/26

Ida Branch Fun Fridays Cookbook Club

When: Friday, June 21, 2013 - 12:00 PM - 12:00 PM
Where: Ida Branch Library

CALLING ALL COOKS AND READERS:

Come and join us the third Friday of each month from noon to 1:00 PM for Fun Fridays Cookbook Book Club.

Each month a new cuisine will be chosen to discuss and sample. Cookbooks will be available for check out. You may critique the cookbook or recipe without preparing it or you can tantalize the taste buds of the group by bringing in a homemade sample of the recipe to share. NEW MEMBERS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME!

June 21st -- Fresh Fruit

Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Saturday, June 22, 2013 - All Day
Where: Bedford Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!

Ida Branch: Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Saturday, June 22, 2013 - All Day
Where: Ida Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!
Drawing dates: 6/21, 6/28, 7/5, 7/12,7/19, grand prize drawing 7/26

Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Sunday, June 23, 2013 - All Day
Where: Bedford Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!

Bedford Branch Library Anime Convention

When: Sunday, June 23, 2013 - 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Community Room

All Day All Things Anime! Movies, Video Game Tournaments, Cos-Play Contests, Author Visits, Panels, and more!

Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Monday, June 24, 2013 - All Day
Where: Bedford Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!

Ida Branch: Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Monday, June 24, 2013 - All Day
Where: Ida Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!
Drawing dates: 6/21, 6/28, 7/5, 7/12,7/19, grand prize drawing 7/26

An Afternoon Read

When: Monday, June 24, 2013 - 1:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Where: Robert A. Vivian Branch Library

All meetings are held on the 4th Monday of the month (except for May) at 1 PM.

January 28, 2013
The Kitchen House by Kathleen Grissom

February 25, 2013
Letter from a Stranger by Barbara Taylor Bradford

March 25, 2013
Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn

April 22, 2013
Violets of March by Sarah Jio

May 20, 2013
Major Pettigrews: Last Stand by Helen Somonson

June 24, 2013
What Alice Forgot by Liane Moriatry

July 22, 2013
READERS CHOICE

August 26, 2013
The Paris Wife by Paula McLain

September 23, 2013
State of the Onion by Julie Hyzy

October 28, 2013
Lonestar Sanctuary by Colleen Coble

November 25, 2013
The Christmas Wedding by James Patterson

December 2013 NO SELECTION

Medicare Fraud and Abuse Presentation

When: Monday, June 24, 2013 - 1:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Where: Carleton Branch Library

We will provide you information on how to prevent, detect and report Medicare fraud and who to contact if you need someone to assist you with the process. Presented by the Michigan Medicare/Medicaid Assistance Program MMAP.

Circle of FriendsQuilt Group

When: Monday, June 24, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Frenchtown-Dixie Branch Library

Circle of Friends Quilt Group
Frenchtown-Dixie Branch Library

The Circle of Friends Quilt Group will be sharing their love of quilts and quilting on the last Monday of each month. They start quilting at 2:oo p.m. with a business meeting at 5:00 p.m. All are welcome to join this group of active quilters whose skills range from beginner to advanced.

Meets on the last Monday of the month - 2 p.m.
January 28, 2013
February 25, 2013
March 25, 2013
April 29, 2013
May 20, 2013(please note date change)
June 24, 2013
July 29, 2013
August 26, 2013
September 30, 2013
October 28, 2013
November 25, 2013
No meeting in December

Open Knitting

When: Monday, June 24, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Quilt Room

We meet every Monday evening to knit/crochet. Come when you want, leave when you want. All are welcome!

Maybee Book Club

When: Monday, June 24, 2013 - 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Maybee Branch Library

We meet the last Monday of the month at 7pm. New members always welcome. Stop by to pick up a copy of this months selection.

North County Book Club

When: Monday, June 24, 2013 - 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Carleton Branch Library

Meetings are held the fourth Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the community room of the Carleton Branch Library. The session is a guided discussion. Copies of the books are available at the library. New members are always welcome.

This months book is, Ransom River by Meg Gardiner.

Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Tuesday, June 25, 2013 - All Day
Where: Bedford Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!

Ida Branch: Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Tuesday, June 25, 2013 - All Day
Where: Ida Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!
Drawing dates: 6/21, 6/28, 7/5, 7/12,7/19, grand prize drawing 7/26

Adult Reading

When: Tuesday, June 25, 2013 - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Room C

Retired educators assess and teach adults reading and literacy skills.

Tuesdays at the Movies

When: Tuesday, June 25, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Maybee Branch Library

The Maybee Branch Library would like to welcome you to join us for Classic Movie Tuesdays. All showings will be at 6pm. Please feel free to bring your favorite movie snacks.

ages 18 and up please.

Chicks with Sticks! - Rasey

When: Tuesday, June 25, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Where: Rasey Memorial Branch Library

Bring your projects and join your fellow knitters!

Glass City Miniatures Guild

When: Tuesday, June 25, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Room C

Non-profit organization chartered by the National Association of Miniature Enthusiasts. The goal is to create, stimulate, and maintain interest in all matters pertaining to dollhouse scale miniatures and to encourage new and creative talent. A project, workshop, or demonstration is presented each month. Meets the 3rd and 4th Tuesdays of each month except for December.

DIG INTO READING - BD - JOYCE DAVIS

When: Tuesday, June 25, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Community Room

Garden dedication Introducing the and puppet show

Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Wednesday, June 26, 2013 - All Day
Where: Bedford Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!

Ida Branch: Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Wednesday, June 26, 2013 - All Day
Where: Ida Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!
Drawing dates: 6/21, 6/28, 7/5, 7/12,7/19, grand prize drawing 7/26

Walking Tour of Downtown Monroe with a bit of history included

When: Wednesday, June 26, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Dorsch Memorial Branch Library

Meet at the Dorsch Memorial Branch of the Monroe County Library System at 2:00 PM.
Each tour will be a comfortable half hour walk around town.
Call (734)241-7878 to register for the tour or for more information.

GROUND BREAKING MOVIE - Color Purple

When: Wednesday, June 26, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Community Room

Adult Summer Reading Movie -Author Alice Walker’s intimate story of suffering, endurance, and triumph is set in early 20th century rural South. Celie Johnson (Whoopi Goldberg) is a browbeaten, much abused, nearly illiterate black farm girl who, over the course of 40 years grows into a woman of self-assurance and wit, a woman with her own dreams and identity.

Books With a Bite Book Club

When: Wednesday, June 26, 2013 - 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Dorsch Memorial Branch Library

Join us at the Dorsch Memorial Branch Library as we jump into the supernatural world!

Read the book of the month or bring a book to share.

January 30, 2013 Halfway to the Grave by Jeaniene Frost

February 27, 2013 Dragon Actually by G.A. Aiken

March 27, 2013 Libriomancer by Jim C. Hines

April 24, 2013 You Slay Me by Katie MacAllister

May 29, 2013 Alice in Zombieland by Gena Showalter

June 26, 2013 Daughter of the Forest by Juliet Marillier

July 31, 2013 Daughter of Smoke and Bone by Laini Taylor

August 28, 2013 Magic Bites by Ilona Andrews

September 25, 2013 Kiss of Fire by Deborah Cooke

October 30, 2013 We Have Always Lived in the Castle by Shirley Jackson

November 27, 2013 Ashes on the Waves by Mary Lindsey

December 18, 2013 Dead Witch Walking by Kim Harrison

Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Thursday, June 27, 2013 - All Day
Where: Bedford Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!

Ida Branch: Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Thursday, June 27, 2013 - All Day
Where: Ida Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!
Drawing dates: 6/21, 6/28, 7/5, 7/12,7/19, grand prize drawing 7/26

Friends of the Carleton Branch Library Meeting

When: Thursday, June 27, 2013 - 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: Carleton Branch Library

Join us at the Carleton Branch Library for our Friends meeting on the third Thursday of the month. New members are always welcome. Come help us make the Carleton Branch Library the best it can be.

Alternative Book Club

When: Thursday, June 27, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Room C

Looking for a non-traditional book club? Then this is the place for you.
We will be reading:

May: Invisible Monsters by Chuck Palaniuk
June: Satanic Verses by Salman Rushdie
July: Cloud Atlas by David Mitchell
August: Master Butcher's Singing Club by Louise Erdich
September: Wise Blood by Flannery O'Conner
October: Siddhartha by Herman Hesse
November: Norwegian Wood by Haruki Murakami
December: Pick your own cookbook and bring in a dish!

Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Friday, June 28, 2013 - All Day
Where: Bedford Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!

Ida Branch: Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Friday, June 28, 2013 - All Day
Where: Ida Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!
Drawing dates: 6/21, 6/28, 7/5, 7/12,7/19, grand prize drawing 7/26

Monroe County Veterans Affairs

When: Friday, June 28, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Room C

Veterans can make an appointment or drop in to get help with filing for benefits with County representative Kathy Vanderbush. This help will be available once per month at the Bedford Branch Library.

Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Saturday, June 29, 2013 - All Day
Where: Bedford Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!

Ida Branch: Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Saturday, June 29, 2013 - All Day
Where: Ida Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!
Drawing dates: 6/21, 6/28, 7/5, 7/12,7/19, grand prize drawing 7/26

Glass City Miniatures

When: Saturday, June 29, 2013 - 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Community Room

Glass City Miniatures Guild is a non-profit organization chartered by the National Association of Miniature Enthusiasts. The goal and purpose of our club is to create, stimulate and maintain interest in all matters pertaining to dollhouse scale miniatures and to encourage new and creative talent.

Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Sunday, June 30, 2013 - All Day
Where: Bedford Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!

Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Monday, July 01, 2013 - All Day
Where: Bedford Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!

Ida Branch: Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Monday, July 01, 2013 - All Day
Where: Ida Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!
Drawing dates: 6/21, 6/28, 7/5, 7/12,7/19, grand prize drawing 7/26

Open Knitting

When: Monday, July 01, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Quilt Room

We meet every Monday evening to knit/crochet. Come when you want, leave when you want. All are welcome!

Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Tuesday, July 02, 2013 - All Day
Where: Bedford Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!

Ida Branch: Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Tuesday, July 02, 2013 - All Day
Where: Ida Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!
Drawing dates: 6/21, 6/28, 7/5, 7/12,7/19, grand prize drawing 7/26

Adult Reading

When: Tuesday, July 02, 2013 - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Room C

Retired educators assess and teach adults reading and literacy skills.

Chicks with Sticks! - Rasey

When: Tuesday, July 02, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Where: Rasey Memorial Branch Library

Bring your projects and join your fellow knitters!

Dundee Book Club

When: Tuesday, July 02, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Where: Dundee Branch Library

We typically meet the first Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome and books are available at the library!

January 8, 2013 (2nd Tuesday due to New Year's Day) - Still Missing by Chevy Stevens
February 5, 2013 - Save Me by Lisa Scottoline
March 5, 2012 - One Amazing Thing (Monroe County - One Book, One Community 2013 Read) by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni
April 2, 2013 - The Lifeboat by Charlotte Rogan
May 7, 2013 - The Last Child by John Hart
June 4, 2013 - Before I Go to Sleep by S. J. Watson
July 2, 2013 - Belong to Me by Marisa De Los Santos
August 6, 2013 - Sarah's Quilt by Nancy E. Turner and The Water and the Blood by Nancy E. Turner
September 3, 2013 - Behind the Beautiful Forevers by Katherine Boo
October 1, 2013 - Room by Emma Donoghue
November 5, 2013 - Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn
December 3, 2013 - An Invisible Thread by Laura Schroff

Newport Branch Library Book Club

When: Tuesday, July 02, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Where: Newport Branch Library

The Newport Branch Library Book Club will meet the first Tuesday of each month at 6:30. All meetings are open to all readers.

This months book is, World Without End by Ken Follett.

DIG INTO READING - BD - CANCELLED

When: Tuesday, July 02, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Community Room

NO PROGRAM

American Legion Post 191

When: Tuesday, July 02, 2013 - 7:30 PM - 8:45 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Quilt Room

Regular meetings of the American Legion Post 191

Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Wednesday, July 03, 2013 - All Day
Where: Bedford Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!

Ida Branch: Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Wednesday, July 03, 2013 - All Day
Where: Ida Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!
Drawing dates: 6/21, 6/28, 7/5, 7/12,7/19, grand prize drawing 7/26

Everything Ereaders Bedford Branch Library

When: Wednesday, July 03, 2013 - 7:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Display Case Room

Do you have a new Nook, Kindle or other eReader? Come to this class to learn about free ebooks available from the Library System. Staff will provide a demonstration of the downloadable service and give some tips on using this service. A question and answer session will follow the presentation. Registration is requested but not required.

Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Friday, July 05, 2013 - All Day
Where: Bedford Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!

Ida Branch: Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Friday, July 05, 2013 - All Day
Where: Ida Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!
Drawing dates: 6/21, 6/28, 7/5, 7/12,7/19, grand prize drawing 7/26

Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Saturday, July 06, 2013 - All Day
Where: Bedford Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!

Ida Branch: Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Saturday, July 06, 2013 - All Day
Where: Ida Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!
Drawing dates: 6/21, 6/28, 7/5, 7/12,7/19, grand prize drawing 7/26

Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Sunday, July 07, 2013 - All Day
Where: Bedford Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!

Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Monday, July 08, 2013 - All Day
Where: Bedford Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!

Ida Branch: Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Monday, July 08, 2013 - All Day
Where: Ida Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!
Drawing dates: 6/21, 6/28, 7/5, 7/12,7/19, grand prize drawing 7/26

Open Knitting

When: Monday, July 08, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Quilt Room

We meet every Monday evening to knit/crochet. Come when you want, leave when you want. All are welcome!

Monroe County Library System Board of Trustees Meeting

When: Monday, July 08, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Where: Erie Branch Library

Monroe County Library System Board of Trustees Meeting at the Erie Branch Library, 2065 Erie Road, Erie.

Erie Book Club

When: Monday, July 08, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Where: Erie Branch Library

Meets the second monday of the month.All Newcomers welcome!
Deadlock - Johnson

Green Hills Lot Owners Association

When: Monday, July 08, 2013 - 7:00 PM - 8:45 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Display Case Room

Monthly and Annual (March 18, 2013) meetings of the Green Hills Lot Owners Association, Lambertville, MI 48144

Friends of the Ida Branch Library Meeting

When: Monday, July 08, 2013 - 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Ida Branch Library

Friends of the Ida Branch Library will meet quarterly throughout the year at 7:00 p.m. All members are invited to attend. New members are always welcome. Please call the Ida Branch for additional information.

2013 Meeting dates:
Monday, January 14, 2013 @ 7:00 p.m.
Monday, April 8, 2013 @ 7:00 p.m.
Monday, July 8, 2013 7:00 p.m.
Monday, October 21, 2013 7:00 p.m.

Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Tuesday, July 09, 2013 - All Day
Where: Bedford Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!

Ida Branch: Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Tuesday, July 09, 2013 - All Day
Where: Ida Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!
Drawing dates: 6/21, 6/28, 7/5, 7/12,7/19, grand prize drawing 7/26

Adult Reading

When: Tuesday, July 09, 2013 - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Room C

Retired educators assess and teach adults reading and literacy skills.

Herb Study Group

When: Tuesday, July 09, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Where: Frenchtown-Dixie Branch Library

Herb Study Group
Frenchtown-Dixie Branch Library
The Herb Study Group works throughout the year on various projects including the maintenance and upkeep of the beautiful herb garden here at the library. Newcomers are welcome to attend these meetings.

Second Tuesday of the month – 6 p.m.
January 8, 2013
February 12, 2013
March 12, 2013
April 9, 2013
May 14, 2013
June 11, 2013
July 9, 2013
August 13, 2013
September 10, 2013
October 8, 2013
November 12, 2013
No meeting in December

Chicks with Sticks! - Rasey

When: Tuesday, July 09, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Where: Rasey Memorial Branch Library

Bring your projects and join your fellow knitters!

Frenchtown-Dixie Book Club

When: Tuesday, July 09, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Where: Frenchtown-Dixie Branch Library

Join our cozy Tuesday night book club. These are the selections for 2013:

January 8, 2013
Beaded Hope by Cathy Liggett

February 12, 2013
Have a Little Faith by Mitch Albom

March 12, 2013
Kitchen House by Kathleen Grissom

April 9, 2013
Kindred Spirits by Sarah Strohmeyer

May 14, 2013
Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn

June 11, 2013
Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins

July 9, 2013
READERS CHOICE

August 13, 2013
What Alice Forgot by Liane Moriarty

September 10, 2013
Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein

October 8, 2013
Paris Wife by Paula McLain

November 12, 2012
The Christmas Shoppe by Melody Carlson

December 10, 2013
No Selection

DIG INTO READING - BD -UNDERGROUD ANIMALS

When: Tuesday, July 09, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Community Room

lIVE UNDERGROUND ANIMALS FROM THE TOLEDO ZOO.

Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Wednesday, July 10, 2013 - All Day
Where: Bedford Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!

Ida Branch: Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Wednesday, July 10, 2013 - All Day
Where: Ida Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!
Drawing dates: 6/21, 6/28, 7/5, 7/12,7/19, grand prize drawing 7/26

I Love A Mystery Book Club

When: Wednesday, July 10, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Ellis Library & Reference Center

Lively discussion of a mystery book bringing life experiences to enhance the conversation.

Walking Tour of Downtown Monroe with a bit of history included

When: Wednesday, July 10, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Dorsch Memorial Branch Library

Meet at the Dorsch Memorial Branch of the Monroe County Library System at 2:00 PM.
Each tour will be a comfortable half hour walk around town.
Call (734)241-7878 to register for the tour or for more information.

Blue Bush Book Club

When: Wednesday, July 10, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Where: Blue Bush Branch Library

BLUE BUSH BOOK CLUB 2013
We meet the first Wednesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. Some dates vary because of holidays.
January 9, 2013
Monkeewrench By: P. J. Tracy
February 6, 2013
The Beach Trees By: Karen White
March 6, 2013
Her Royal Spyness By: Rhys Bowen
April 3, 2013
1st to Die By: James Patterson
May 1, 2013
Them Bones By: Carolyn Haines
June 5, 2013
The Keepsake: A Novel By: Tess Gerritsen
July 10, 2013
Short Squeeze By: Chris Knopt
August 7, 2013
The Book Thief By: Marcus Zusak
September 4, 2013
Bad Things Happen By: Harry Dolan
October 2, 2013
Scared Stiff By: Annelise Ryan
November 6, 2013
Judgment Call By: J. A. Jance
December 4, 2013
A Wee Christmas Homicide By: Kaitlyn Dunnett

P.M. Book Club

When: Wednesday, July 10, 2013 - 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Quilt Room

The P.M. Book Club meets the second Wednesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. The goal of our group is to explore new titles or to revisit a classic or two with a new perspective! The discussions are informal as well as informative. Come join us!
January Cutting for Stone by Abraham Verghese
February Clara and Mr. Tiffany by Susan Vreeland
March One Amazing Thing by Chitra Banerjee ivakaruni
April In the Garden of Beasts:love, terror, and an American
Family in Hitler's Berlin by Erik Larson
May Martian Chronicles by Ray Bradbury
June Caleb's Crossing by Geraldine Brooks
July The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot
August No Meeting
September Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy by John LeCarre
October Canada by Richard Ford
November The Greater Journey: Americans in Paris
by David McCullogh

Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Thursday, July 11, 2013 - All Day
Where: Bedford Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!

Ida Branch: Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Thursday, July 11, 2013 - All Day
Where: Ida Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!
Drawing dates: 6/21, 6/28, 7/5, 7/12,7/19, grand prize drawing 7/26

AM Book Club

When: Thursday, July 11, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Quilt Room

Are you a book lover? Do you want to expand your reading horizons? Our Book Club meets the first Thursday of the month at 10:30 a.m. in the Quilt Room. Members read the book prior to the discussion. New members are always welcome! Email the leader or call the branch to register. No meeting in December or August.

January 3, 2013 - Catherine the Great: portrait of a woman by Robert Massie
February 7 - One Thousand White Women by Jim Fergus
March 7 - Bel Canto by Ann Patchett
April 4 - ONE BOOK, ONE COMMUNITY - One Amazing Thing by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni
May 2 - Clara and Mrs. Tiffany by Susan Vreeland
May 9 - Pen to Palette Museum Tour - Toledo Museum of Art
lunch at noon, 1:00 pm tour
June 6 - Snakewoman of Little Egypt by Robert Hellenga
July 11 (DATE CHANGE) - Secret Daughter by Shilpi Somaya Gowda
No meeting in August.
September 5 - Caleb's Crossing by Geraldine Brooks
October 3 - Memory of Water of Karen White
November 7 - The Thirteenth Tale by Diane Setterfield
No meeting in December.

Friends of Berlin Township Library Meeting

When: Thursday, July 11, 2013 - 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Where: Newport Branch Library

The Friends of the Berlin Township Library will be having their meeting today. All members are invited to attend. New members are always welcome. For more information call the Newport Branch Library at 734-586-2117

Ida Book Club: Ida Branch

When: Thursday, July 11, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Where: Ida Branch Library

All meetings are held on the second Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the Ida Branch Library.

July 11, 2013--Atonement by Ian McEwan

Soup for the Soul Book Club

When: Thursday, July 11, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Where: Frenchtown-Dixie Branch Library

Our inspirational book club meets the second Thursday of each month at 6:30 PM. Our book selection for the 2013 year is as follows:

2013 Soup for the Soul Book Club
January 10, 2013
The Lightkeeper’s Daughter by Colleen Coble

February 14, 2013
Life Without Limits by Nick Vujicic

March 14, 2013
Lilies in the Moonlight by Allison Pittman

April 11, 2013
Beaded Hope by Kathy Liggett

May 9, 2013
Proof by Jordyn Redwood

June 13, 2013
The Dog That Talked to God by Jim Kraus

July 11, 2013
Beguiled by Deanne Gist

August 8, 2013
Veil of Pearls by MaryLu Tyndall

September 12, 2013
Water’s Edge by Robert Whitlow

October 10, 2013
The Visitation by Frank Peretti

November 14, 2013
Fireflies in December by Jessilyn Lassiter

December 12, 2013
Not in the Heart by Chris Fabry

Historical Fiction Book Club

When: Thursday, July 11, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Where: Newport Branch Library

All readers are welcome to join us as we read and discuss Historical Fiction books. Copies of the books can be picked up at the library. Discussions will be on the first Thursday of the month at 6:30 pm.

This month we will be discussing Katherine by Anya Seton.

Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Friday, July 12, 2013 - All Day
Where: Bedford Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!

Ida Branch: Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Friday, July 12, 2013 - All Day
Where: Ida Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!
Drawing dates: 6/21, 6/28, 7/5, 7/12,7/19, grand prize drawing 7/26

Bedford Branch Library Genealogy Club

When: Friday, July 12, 2013 - 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Community Room

Interested in Genealogy? Come join the Bedford Branch Genealogy Club and learn genealogy skills, tips, and tricks. We meet afterhours from 5:30 - 8:30 and have free range of computers, printing, local history room, and reference help.

Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Saturday, July 13, 2013 - All Day
Where: Bedford Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!

Ida Branch: Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Saturday, July 13, 2013 - All Day
Where: Ida Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!
Drawing dates: 6/21, 6/28, 7/5, 7/12,7/19, grand prize drawing 7/26

Annual Garden Tour seminars

When: Saturday, July 13, 2013 - 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Community Room

Educational gardening workshops will be held simultaneously with the Bedford Flower & Garden Club's annual garden tour. More information coming soon.
Tickets for the Garden tour can be purchased at the Library the day of the tour.

Summerfield-Petersburg Campus Safety & Self Defense

When: Saturday, July 13, 2013 - 11:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Summerfield-Petersburg Branch Library

Are you going away to college this fall? Plan on attending this important program. Black belt Deann Miller will discuss and give tips walking alone on campus. She will demonstrate if someone were to grab you how to safely get away, also if someone follows you and threatens you.
Feel safe and confident living on campus. Bring your questions and wear comfortable clothes. You will be practicing these moves along with Deann. An excellent time to learn how to protect yourself on campus and living away from home for the first time. Open to 16 years and older. Must register. Spots are limited.

Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Sunday, July 14, 2013 - All Day
Where: Bedford Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!

Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Monday, July 15, 2013 - All Day
Where: Bedford Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!

Ida Branch: Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Monday, July 15, 2013 - All Day
Where: Ida Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!
Drawing dates: 6/21, 6/28, 7/5, 7/12,7/19, grand prize drawing 7/26

Computer Basics Forum - Ellis Library and Reference Center

When: Monday, July 15, 2013 - 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Ellis Library & Reference Center

This is an open computer forum where attendees are invited to hone their skills, ask questions, and learn something new about technology. You are welcome to bring your own laptop or other device with which you would like help. Mini topics will be discussed each month if time allows.

Open Knitting

When: Monday, July 15, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Quilt Room

We meet every Monday evening to knit/crochet. Come when you want, leave when you want. All are welcome!

American Cancer Society Look Good Feel Better

When: Monday, July 15, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Room C

Step-by-step makeover learning sessions led by cosmetology professionals for patients at various stages of treatment. Hands-on workshop includes skin care and makeup lesson, nail care techniques, and advice on how to deal with hair loss using wigs, scarves, and other accessories.
Participants receive personal attention and take home instruction booklets and complimentary cosmetic kits.

Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Tuesday, July 16, 2013 - All Day
Where: Bedford Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!

Ida Branch: Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Tuesday, July 16, 2013 - All Day
Where: Ida Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!
Drawing dates: 6/21, 6/28, 7/5, 7/12,7/19, grand prize drawing 7/26

Beat the Heat! - A Movie Day for Adults!

When: Tuesday, July 16, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: Dundee Branch Library

Join us for a showing of the hilarious comedy, "Identity Thief," starring Jason Bateman and Melissa McCarty. In it, mild-mannered businessman Sandy Patterson travels from Denver to Miami to confront the deceptively harmless-looking woman who has been living it up after stealing Sandy's identity.

There are two showings of this movie - 2 p.m. and again at 7 p.m.

Feel free to bring your own movie snacks and some friends!

This movie is rated R. This event is for those 18+ only. Child care is not provided.

Adult Reading

When: Tuesday, July 16, 2013 - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Room C

Retired educators assess and teach adults reading and literacy skills.

Chicks with Sticks! - Rasey

When: Tuesday, July 16, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Where: Rasey Memorial Branch Library

Bring your projects and join your fellow knitters!

Glass City Miniatures Guild

When: Tuesday, July 16, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Room C

Non-profit organization chartered by the National Association of Miniature Enthusiasts. The goal is to create, stimulate, and maintain interest in all matters pertaining to dollhouse scale miniatures and to encourage new and creative talent. A project, workshop, or demonstration is presented each month. Meets the 3rd and 4th Tuesdays of each month except December.

DIG INTO READING - BD - BUBBLE MAN

When: Tuesday, July 16, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Community Room

Bubble magic with Ron Lloyd

Beat the Heat! - A Movie Day for Adults!

When: Tuesday, July 16, 2013 - 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Where: Dundee Branch Library

Join us for a showing of the hilarious comedy, "Identity Thief," starring Jason Bateman and Melissa McCarty. In it, mild-mannered businessman Sandy Patterson travels from Denver to Miami to confront the deceptively harmless-looking woman who has been living it up after stealing Sandy's identity.

There are two showings of this movie - 2 p.m. and again at 7 p.m.

Feel free to bring your own movie snacks and some friends!

This movie is rated R. This event is for those 18+ only. Child care is not provided.

Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Wednesday, July 17, 2013 - All Day
Where: Bedford Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!

Ida Branch: Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Wednesday, July 17, 2013 - All Day
Where: Ida Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!
Drawing dates: 6/21, 6/28, 7/5, 7/12,7/19, grand prize drawing 7/26

Beat the Heat! - A Movie Afternoon for Adults

When: Wednesday, July 17, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: Dundee Branch Library

Ages 18+. Child care is not provided.

Join the Inspirational Book Club for a fun summer movie. We'll be watching the movie, Like Dandelion Dust, inspired by Karen Kingsbury's book, while enjoying popcorn and cool drinks.

Bedford Herb Group

When: Wednesday, July 17, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Community Room

Bedford Herb Group meetings

Girls Night Out Book Club

When: Wednesday, July 17, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Quilt Room

Are you looking for a relaxing night out with friends? Join our book club as we share great titles filled with fun and laughter. This club is for ADULTS ONLY! We meet on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. Copies of the next month's selection will be available at the meeting so that the members can read the book prior to our "night out".

Upcoming Selections 2013
July: Why My Third Husband Will Be a Dog by Lisa Scottoline
August: The Last Picture Show by Larry McMurtry
September: Ghost at Work by Carolyn Hart
October: The Mercy of Thin Air by Ronlyn Domingue
November: To Kill a Mocking Bird by Harper Lee
December: No Meeting, see you next year.

Carleton Library Poetry Writing Club

When: Wednesday, July 17, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Where: Carleton Branch Library

Are there poetry verses floating about in your head? Have you wanted to free your poetry verses from notebooks, desk drawers and scraps of paper? Do you want of share your love of poetry writing with others? Are you looking for a fun place to read your work and enjoy each others poetry? Join us at the Carleton Branch Library on the third Wednesday of the month for our Poetry Writing Club. We will have fun sharing our poetry, learning about ourselves as writers and sharing the works of some of our favorite poets. Questions call Jean Grose 734-654-2212.

Ereader Club

When: Wednesday, July 17, 2013 - 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Room C

Do you have a new Nook, Kindle or other eReader? Come to this class to learn about free ebooks available from the Library System. Staff will provide a demonstration of the downloadable service and give some tips on using this service. A question and answer session will follow the presentation. Registration is requested but not required.

Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Thursday, July 18, 2013 - All Day
Where: Bedford Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!

Ida Branch: Summer Reading Club for Adults

When: Thursday, July 18, 2013 - All Day
Where: Ida Branch Library

Join us for this special summer reading club for adults. It's easy! Fill out an entry form for each book you read this summer, drop it in the entry box, and we will randomly pull an entry each week for a prize. All entries will be submitted for the grand prize basket drawing at the end of the six-week club. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning!
Drawing dates: 6/21, 6/28, 7/5, 7/12,7/19, grand prize drawing 7/26

Bedford Area Historians

When: Thursday, July 18, 2013 - 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Room C

Meeting for free exchange of area Historical information and pertinent current events.

Krafty Krafters-South Rockwood

When: Thursday, July 18, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: South Rockwood Branch Library

1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. 6 PM to 8 PM
Join us with your kraft projects: knitting embroidery, quilting, ect.
We can enjoy being krafty together.

Summerfield-Petersburg Scrapbooking

When: Thursday, July 18, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Where: Summerfield-Petersburg Branch Library

Traci instructs a new design in scrap booking. Some equipment may be available for use. Bring some pictures you would like to work on. It is always fun to get new ideas.

Montevallo Homeowner's Association

When: Thursday, July 18, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 8:45 PM
Where: Bedford Branch Library at Display Case Room

Monthly meeting of Montevallo Homeowner's Association to discuss neighborhood issues.