Upcoming Programs

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The Outdoor Discovery Center Presents...

Owls of Michigan

Come listen to a reading of Owl Moon, by Jane Yolen, and see live owls, learn about taxidermy, and learn owl calls from the experts of the Outdoor Discovery Center Macatawa Greenway.

Monday, February 6, at 2:00 pm.

This program is sponsored by the Grand Haven Area Community Foundation.


FAFSA Filing Tips

Do you need to complete a Free Education for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form?  Have questions?  Students and parents are welcome to join the financial aid experts from Grand Valley State University for this informative free program about FAFSA filing.

 Monday, February 6, at 7:00 pm.


Sample the Chocolate of the Peruvian Andes' Maranõn River Valley

Join artisan chocolatier Patricia Christopher for a taste of Peruvian chocolate.  Sample Fotunato Number 4, made from rare and exotic cacao that, until recently, was thought to be extinct.  Patricia's Chocolate® is one of the few elite artisan chocolatiers worldwide that uses this extraordinary chocolate.  Pre-registration is required for this limited-space event.  Please call (616) 846-5770 to register.

Tuesday, February 7, at 7:00 pm.


OAISD Presents:
Play 'n Learn

Bring your kids to the library for fun and games.

Wednesday, February 8.
9:30 am and 10:45 am.
Ages 0 - 5.
Wednesday, February 15.
9:30 am and 10:45 am.
Ages 0 - 24 months.

It's Your Move!

Grab your chess board and head to the library.  The SLDL Chess Club is open to all ages (7 and under must be accompanied by an adult), for all skill levels.  The Chess Club meets the second Monday of the month. 

 Monday, February 13, from 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm.


OAISD Presents:
Play 'n Learn

Bring your kids to the library for fun and games.

Wednesday, February 8.
9:30 am and 10:45 am.
Ages 0 - 5.
Wednesday, February 15.
9:30 am and 10:45 am.
Ages 0 - 24 months.

Teen 'scape

Ages 10 and up, escape to the library every third Wednesday of the month for food, friends, and fun.  Play Xbox, Playstation 3, and Wii games.  Come for the fun, stay for the pizza and crafts.

Wednesday, February 15, from 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm.


Got Legal Questions?  Get Some Answers!

Attorney Cara Fisher will discuss Basics of Estate Planning.  A question and answer session will follow her presentation.  On your lunch hour?  Bring your lunch with you.  For more information, call the library at (616)  846-5770, ext. 107.

Thursday, February 16, at noon.


Fundamentals for Starting a Business

Entrepreneurs, come to this overview to starting your own business with SCORE Counselor John Brocci.  Bring your questions and get good answers.  Find out what steps you'll need to take to successfully launch a new business during difficult economic times.  Pre-registration is required.  Call Lisa at (616) 846-5770, ext. 107 to register.  There is a $20 materials fee for this program.

 Saturday, February 18, from 10:00 am to noon.


Music by the Fireplace

Enjoy live music by one of West Michigan's favorite bluegrass groups, Patchwork Band.  Join the wonderful sounds of Bryan Garlotte, John Lakatos, Mack Walker, and Ruth Lakatos.

Sunday, February 19, at 3:00 pm.


Security in the Age of Cloud Computing

Learn how to protect yourself, your family, and your business while working in the "cloud."  Presentation topics include password management, secure web browsing, online reputation management, privacy, identity security, and much more.  Christopher VanOosterhout, from Muskegon Community College, will show you how to stay safe in the world of cloud computing.

 Tuesday, February 21, at 7:00 pm.


Free Blood Pressure Clinic

 Stop by the library Friday, February 24, from 9:30 am to 10:30 am, to have your blood pressure checked.  The fourth Friday of every month, SLDL and In-Home Care Nursing, an affiliate of the North Ottawa Community Health System, offers this free clinic to our patrons.  No appointment is necessary, and all are welcome.


Spring Lake District Library 123 E. Exchange Street Spring Lake, Michigan  49456 (616)  846-5770