Stories & More for Preschoolers: Fridays @ 11:00 am
Join us for another fun season of weekly gatherings for preschool children and their caregivers. Our own Miss Maryellen will lead the way, sharing engaging stories, songs and hands-on craft activities. No registration is needed – just drop in and join the fun. Sessions will take place on Friday mornings throughout the school year.
Holiday Children’s Book Drive: Nov. 14 – Dec. 15
The Friends of the GLCL invite your to participate in their annual children’s holiday book drive. You can support this program by purchasing a new book for a child on the wish list, available at both the library and the Cottage Book Shop in Glen Arbor, which offers a 20% discount and free gift–wrapping. Gift books will be collected through December 15, and then distributed in partnership with Glen Lake Elementary School, Parenting Communities, the Benodjenh Center, Leelanau Children’s Center, and Family Daycare Homes.
Word for Word – Copying the Constitution: Nov. 22, 10:00 am
Join us for a unique opportunity to explore the U.S. Constitution, the foundational document of our democracy. In partnership with Michigan Writers, author Anne-Marie Oomen will lead this hands-on workshop, with participants copying the entire Constitution, section by section, then reading aloud and discussing their compiled work. This exercise will help refresh and refine our understanding of this core framework of democracy. Please contact the library to register in advance.
Tech Tuesday – Artificial Intelligence: November 25, 2:00 pm
Learn about the rapidly evolving impact of A.I. in this presentation by Mark Morton of the Leland Township Library. He’ll discuss how this technology is already shaping our daily lives. Tech Tuesdays are presented by the public libraries of Leelanau County.
Versiti Blood Drive: November 28, 11:00 am – 3:30 pm.
Celebrate the spirit of Thanksgiving and help support a critical part of our local healthcare system. The crew from Versiti will be on hand to collect your vital blood donations. To register for an appointment, click here. Walk-ins will also be welcome as the schedule allows. Our target for this drive is 28 donations, so please sign up today!
Friends Used Book Sale: November 29, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Stock up on gently-read books and puzzles at the next Pop-Up Sale sponsored by the Friends of the GLCL. The sale will be part of a very festive Saturday, along with the Empire Artisan Marketplace, at the Township Hall, and the Glen Lake Woman’s Club jewelry sale, in our main lobby. The sale generates thousands of dollars to support library services and is made possible by your donation of books in excellent condition.
Nature Sketching & Journaling: December 4, 6:00 pm
Join the Sleeping Bear Nature Journaling Group for their monthly excursion, lead by artists and environmentalist Penny Krebiehl. This month’s outing will explore some new territory, with a night hike at the DeYoung Natural Area. Meet at the trailhead at 6:00 pm. Be sure to dress appropriately for the weather with comfy walking shoes. Registration is not mandatory, but is helpful in the event of schedule changes or inclement weather.
Amy White – Seasonal Affective Disorder: December 8, 5:00 pm
Jin us for an informative session with local wellness guru Amy White. She’ll discuss Seasonal Affective Disorder a common condition that effects millions of people every year. Amy will look at its relationship to sunlight, Vitamin D, and other factors, and outline strategies for combating the “Winter Blues”. The class will be limited to 15 people, so please contact the library to register.
Greeting Card Workshop: December 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, December 15.
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.
