What's Happening at SLDL
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In honor of Veterans Day, military families are invited to use the Skype, an online communications service available at Spring Lake District Library, to “virtually” visit their loved ones serving our nation far from home. Skype allows for voice and video communication, allowing both parties to see one another during their conversation. Call the library at (616) 846-5770, ext. 107, for more information or to schedule your Skype visit during November.
Bring your kids to the library for fun and games.
Book Club News The SLDL Book Club will meet Wednesday, November 17, at 7:00 pm. The topic for this month's discussion is Elegance of the Hedgehog, by Muriel Barbery. Members are encouraged to read the book and share their experiences. From Publisher's Weekly This dark but redemptive novel, an international bestseller, marks the debut in English of Normandy philosophy professor Barbery. Rene Michel, 54 and widowed, is the stolid concierge in an elegant Paris hotel particulier. Though 'short, ugly, and plump,' Rene has, as she says, 'always been poor,' but she has a secret: she's a ferocious autodidact who's better versed in literature and the arts than any of the building's snobby residents. Meanwhile, 'supersmart' 12-year-old Paloma Josse, who switches off narration with Rene, lives in the building with her wealthy, liberal family. Having grasped life's futility early on, Paloma plans to commit suicide on her 13th birthday. The arrival of a new tenant, Kakuro Ozu, who befriends both the young pessimist and the concierge alike, sets up their possible transformations. By turns very funny (particularly in Paloma's sections) and heartbreaking, Barbery never allows either of her dour narrators to get too cerebral or too sentimental. Her simple plot and sudden denouement add up to a great deal more than the sum of their parts. Dinosaur Day with PaleoJoe Join dinosaur hunting author PaleoJoe and discover what it is like to be a paleontologist and discover the secrets of the past. See him fresh from his return from a dig in Texas. For over 30 years, Joseph "PaleoJoe" Kchodl has been a steward of the past. In 2001, he won the prestigious Katherine Palmer Award for Paleontology, in part for his educational efforts. He'll bring dinosaurs to life with a tooth from a T-rex, a Velociraptor skull, dinosaur puppets, and a variety of fossils. PaleoJoe's high energy program will make you feel like you are actually there with the dinosaurs, millions of years ago. Thursday, November 18, at 4:00 pm. Monthly Networking Sessions for Job Seekers Job seekers are invited to attend free monthly networking sessions at the library. Changing Directions Career Coach Bobbie Twa will begin each session with a helpful job search tip and help you find successful job search strategies. Thursday, November 18, at 7:00 pm. Have Questions About Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Coverage? November 15 - December 31 is the next opportunity to enroll in the Medicare Prescription Drug plan. Do you need help signing up for a plan? North Ottawa County Council on Aging, is scheduling appointments to assist you. Appointments will take place at the library on Monday, November 29, from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm. You can register by calling the North Ottawa County Council on Aging at (616) 842-9210. Just in Time for Holiday Entertaining Artisan Cooking School Chef Howard Norris shares his caramels with chocolate ganache recipe. Learn how to make this sinful delight. Recipes and samples will be available to the audience. Pre-registration is required for this limited space event. Call (616) 846-5770 to register. Wednesday, December 1, at 7:00 pm.
Being unemployed during the holidays is stressful. Are you worrying how you will handle the extra expenses of the holidays on your already too tight budget? Join Changing Directions Career Coach Bobbie Twa for practical financial tips and information on community resources. Information will include when to use credit versus debit cards, how to avoid financial fees, Angel Food Ministries, and introduction to community resources websites. one lucky participant will win a $50 gift card to Leppink's Food Center. Thursday, December 2, from 10:00 am to noon.
Join the circle. It's a great way to get together with other parents to share ideas and support in a safe, confident way. Share questions, problems, and solutions in a group setting. Free dinner and free childcare are provided. Thursday, December 9, from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. Pre-register for this free event at (616) 846-5770, ext. 107 or call Pathways at (616) 396-2301. Funding for this program is provided by the Grand Haven Area Community Foundation. 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, December 13, from 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm. Genealogy Workshop Discover your roots and learn to navigate genealogy websites in this free class given by author and historian, Dr. Wally Ewing. Get tips from the expert that will help you explore your family tree. Space is limited, so register today at (616) 846-5770. You must have a familiarity with computers and of the Internet to take this class. Saturday, January 15, from 10:00 am to noon. |