Summer Reading Program 2025
Many thanks to the hundreds of kids, parents, and grandparents that attended our summer family programs. We also appreciate the musicians, artists, authors, farmers and storytellers that shared their talents each Thursday morning. Young readers still have time to complete our Summer Reading Challenge and earn special prizes. Reading logs are available at the library. Please note that reading logs must be submitted by Saturday, August 30. Now, we’re looking ahead to another season of Stories & More for Preschoolers, beginning Friday, September 12 at 11:00 am.
Ann Goethals / The Doublewide: August 30, 3:00 pm
Local author Ann Goethals will read from her debut novel The Doublewide, a moving account of one young woman’s journey towards creating a life, and a home, of her own. The novel also explores social and economic issues that will resonate with area readers. Copies of the book will be available for sale by the author.
Greeting Card Workshop: September 17, 1:00 pm
Join paper crafter Susan Schneider for another installment of this fun workshop, creating a personalized greeting card for that special someone. All supplies are provided. Space is limited, so please contact the library to register by Monday, September 15.
Nature Sketching & Journaling: September 20, 10:00 am
Join the Sleeping Bear Nature Group for their monthly excursion, lead by Penny Krebiehl. Meet at the library first for some discussion and practice, then depart to observe local flora and fauna. Be sure to pack pencils/pens, paper or drawing book/journal, water bottle, snacks/lunch, and dress appropriately for the weather with comfy walking shoes, and your curiosity. Registration is not mandatory, but is helpful in the event of schedule changes or inclement weather.
Julie Swanson / North of Tomboy: September 20, 1:00 pm
Author Julie Swanson will discuss her new middle-grade novel, North of Tomboy. Inspired by the author’s own experience growing up in Leelanau County, the story follows fourth grader Jess Jezowski, who’s always felt more like a boy than a girl. Though set in the 1970’s, the thoughtful narrative explores issues of self-identity that will resonate today. Copies of the book will be available for sale, courtesy of the Cottage Book Shop.
Get Set Up: Life-long learning for Seniors
Michigan seniors can take advantage of these great continuing education courses, offered free of charge in partnership with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. Courses are accessed online, from the convenience of your own home, and can be enjoyed live or via recording. Get Set Up includes fun, social learning presentations and activities in a diverse range of subjects: personal technology training, food and cooking, health and exercise, travel, and much more. Have a look today!
History Hounds: from the Historical Society of Michigan
Explore fascinating topics in Michigan history with these weekly virtual lectures, presented by the Historical Society of Michigan, and available free of charge to patrons of the Glen Lake Library. Lectures are presented on Tuesday afternoons at noon, or Wednesday evenings at 7:00, in alternating weeks. Register in advance to receive the Zoom meeting link, specifying the Glen Lake Community Library as your member organization.
TALK: Text and Learn for Kindergarten
Here’s a great new resource to support early childhood learning, delivered right to your cell phone. Register via a brief online form, and receive 8 – 10 text messages per month, each outlining a simple activity you can share with your little one. Or, even more simply, just text TALK to 75547. Many thanks to the Ypsilanti District Library and their partners for making this service available to all Michigan residents!
Ode to Asparagus 2025 Submissions
Thanks to many talented poets that participated in this year’s Ode on June 7! We’ve uploaded all of the wonderful submissions to our website, including the Audience Choice winner I’ve Been Eating Asparagus by Caroline Smith.
