Save the date! We are excited to announce that we have teamed up with the Niles District Library to present the Southwest Michigan Writers' Conference at the Niles District Library in Niles, Michigan on Saturday, April 27 starting at 10:00 a.m. Register here and join us for a great day of writing-related information.
April Book: A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah Maas
When nineteen-year-old huntress Feyre kills a wolf in the woods, a terrifying creature arrives to demand retribution. Dragged to a treacherous magical land she knows about only from legends, Feyre discovers that her captor is not truly a beast, but one of the lethal, immortal faeries who once ruled her world.
At least, he’s not a beast all the time.
As she adapts to her new home, her feelings for the faerie, Tamlin, transform from icy hostility into a fiery passion that burns through every lie she’s been told about the beautiful, dangerous world of the Fae. But something is not right in the faerie lands. An ancient, wicked shadow is growing, and Feyre must find a way to stop it, or doom Tamlin—and his world—forever.
The TBR (Teen Book Review) Book Club is for teens 13-18 years old. The club features a YA (young adult) novel each month. Teens register and pick up their copy of the month’s selection at the beginning of the month and then meet and discuss the book on the last Monday of the month. For more information, stop by the Youth Services desk located on the second floor of the library.
The Dowagiac District Library offers this weekly story time each Tuesday at 10:30 am. Preschool Story Time is geared toward children 3-5 years old and will focus on developing early literacy skills and fine motor skills through listening to one or two stories and participating in fun-filled age appropriate crafts and/or learning activities.
Revisit those classics from school or discover something new to expand your horizons. We meet the last Tuesday of the month in the Community Room, bringing our life experiences to the discussion.
To sign up, email Matt Weston at mweston [at] dowagiacdl.org
Children ages 8-12 are invited to join STEAM for Tweens, a new science program designed to engage young minds to think like a scientist. STEAM for Tweens will meet at 4 pm in the Pokagon Room on the second level of the library.
Save Fred: Poor Fred! He was sailing along on a boat when a strong wind blew it upside-down. Fred ended up on top of the upside-down boat. Unfortunately for Fred, his life preserver is still trapped under the boat. How can you and your partner save Fred? Come to this STEAM for Tweens activity to experience a team-building problem-solving activity.
Space is limited, so please register by April 29 by calling (269) 782-3826 or email (att: Pam) at dowagiaclibrarystaff@gmail.com
The Make & Share Cookbook Club is held on the first Thursday of the month from 5:15-6:30 pm at the Dowagiac District Library. Make a recipe from the monthly cookbook selection, then join us at the library for a recipe share & book discussion.
In May, we are making recipes from the cookbook Preppy Kitchen: Recipes for Seasonal Dishes and Simple Pleasures by John Kanell.
To reserve your spot, call the library or email (Att: Erin) at dowagiaclibrarystaff@gmail.com
It’s time to pop the corn! Come join us on Monday afternoons for a movie and popcorn.
Teen Matinee Mondays are for teens 13 through 18 and meet each Monday at 3 pm in the Teen area on the second level of the library.
The Dowagiac District Library offers this weekly story time each Tuesday at 10:30 am. Preschool Story Time is geared toward children 3-5 years old and will focus on developing early literacy skills and fine motor skills through listening to one or two stories and participating in fun-filled age appropriate crafts and/or learning activities.
BINGO! “B-4” you say BINGO is boring, give it a try! Winners receive snacks and/or candy prizes!
Teen Tuesdays are for teens 6th through 12th grade and meet each Tuesday at 3 pm in the Pokagon Room on the second level of the library.
Do you play the guitar, ukulele, violin, or other stringed instrument? Would you like to learn to play with others? Bring your instrument to the library Slow Jam the first Tuesday of each month, where we practice together and take turns “taking the lead”.
This program is designed for beginner and intermediate players. We meet in The Pokagon Room of the library on the second floor.
It’s time to pop the corn! Come join us on Monday afternoons for a movie and popcorn.
Teen Matinee Mondays are for teens 13 through 18 and meet each Monday at 3 pm in the Teen area on the second level of the library.
The Dowagiac District Library offers this weekly story time each Tuesday at 10:30 am. Preschool Story Time is geared toward children 3-5 years old and will focus on developing early literacy skills and fine motor skills through listening to one or two stories and participating in fun-filled age appropriate crafts and/or learning activities.
Tissue Paper Stained Glass: Teens will have the opportunity to make a “stained glass” work of art. Great for decorating or as a gift.
Teen Tuesdays are for teens 6th through 12th grade and meet each Tuesday at 3 pm in the Pokagon Room on the second level of the library.
Children ages 8-12 are invited to join STEAM for Tweens, a new science program designed to engage young minds to think like a scientist. STEAM for Tweens will meet at 4 pm in the Pokagon Room on the second level of the library.
Oil Spill Clean-up: You’ve heard about oil spills on the news, you’ve read about the cleanup in the newspaper but did you know you could learn about ocean pollution right at the library? Come to this STEAM for Tweens activity to make this big idea more tangible and to celebrate Earth Day Everyday.
Space is limited, so please register by May 13 by calling (269) 782-3826 or email (att: Pam) at dowagiaclibrarystaff@gmail.com
We invite you to taste teas with us! Laura Hollister, Proprietress of Apothica Teas, will be steeping samples of pu'er, black, oolong, green, and white teas for you to see, sample, and discuss. All ages are welcome. Plan to spend about an hour casually sipping and chatting.
Apothica Teas is a steampunk inspired tea shop in downtown Niles, offering about 100 loose leaf teas, bubble teas, house made classic British foods, Afternoon (aka High) Teas, and generous portions of frivolity.
*Register by May 10th by calling (269) 782-3826 or email dowagiaclibrarystaff@gmail.com
The Heated Tropes Book Club is held on the third Thursday of the month from 6-6:45 pm at the Dowagiac District Library. Every month members will choose from 3 different themed trope romance titles, the most voted on wins. Votes will be held on the Facebook group page, to join visit www.facebook.com/groups/heatedtropesbookclub/
In May, we will be discussing The Duchess Deal by Tessa Dare.
If you have any further questions, you can email Erin at dowagiaclibrarystaff@gmail.com or call 782-3826.
It’s time to pop the corn! Come join us on Monday afternoons for a movie and popcorn.
Teen Matinee Mondays are for teens 13 through 18 and meet each Monday at 3 pm in the Teen area on the second level of the library.
The Dowagiac District Library offers this weekly story time each Tuesday at 10:30 am. Preschool Story Time is geared toward children 3-5 years old and will focus on developing early literacy skills and fine motor skills through listening to one or two stories and participating in fun-filled age appropriate crafts and/or learning activities.
On Game Days teens will be able to participate in a randomly selected (but age appropriate) board or card game while enjoying a light snack. Winners may receive prizes.
Teen Tuesdays are for teens 6th through 12th grade and meet each Tuesday at 3 pm in the Pokagon Room on the second level of the library.
It’s time to pop the corn! Come join us on Monday afternoons for a movie and popcorn.
Teen Matinee Mondays are for teens 13 through 18 and meet each Monday at 3 pm in the Teen area on the second level of the library.
The Dowagiac District Library offers this weekly story time each Tuesday at 10:30 am. Preschool Story Time is geared toward children 3-5 years old and will focus on developing early literacy skills and fine motor skills through listening to one or two stories and participating in fun-filled age appropriate crafts and/or learning activities.
Teens will use their S.T.E.M. knowledge to make DIY marble runs.
Teen Tuesdays are for teens 6th through 12th grade and meet each Tuesday at 3 pm in the Pokagon Room on the second level of the library.
Revisit those classics from school or discover something new to expand your horizons. We meet the last Tuesday of the month in the Community Room. Copies of each month’s title are available at the main service desk.
To sign up, email Matt Weston at mweston [at] dowagiacdl.org
May Book: Pandora Seven Vol. 1 by Yuta Kayashima
Pandora’s Box... must never be opened.
Scale, wing, vine, hair...none of that mattered to Lia, because her friends and mother loved her. She lived happily and peacefully—an almost worry-free existence. As the sole member of humania on the island, of course she dreamed about meeting others of her kind. But she never really expected the joyous days to end...until they did. Until humans arrived and attacked her friends and family. Until she opened the box. And so began her lonely quest to save them all...
The TBR (Teen Book Review) Book Club is for teens 13-18 years old. The club features a YA (young adult) novel each month. Teens register and pick up their copy of the month’s selection at the beginning of the month and then meet and discuss the book on the last Wednesday of the month. For more information, stop by the Youth Services desk located on the second floor of the library.
It’s time to pop the corn! Come join us on Monday afternoons for a movie and popcorn.
Teen Matinee Mondays are for teens 13 through 18 and meet each Monday at 3 pm in the Teen area on the second level of the library.
The Dowagiac District Library offers this weekly story time each Tuesday at 10:30 am. Preschool Story Time is geared toward children 3-5 years old and will focus on developing early literacy skills and fine motor skills through listening to one or two stories and participating in fun-filled age appropriate crafts and/or learning activities.
BINGO! “B-4” you say BINGO is boring, give it a try! Winners receive snacks and/or candy prizes!
Teen Tuesdays are for teens 6th through 12th grade and meet each Tuesday at 3 pm in the Pokagon Room on the second level of the library.
Children ages 8-12 are invited to join STEAM for Tweens, a new science program designed to engage young minds to think like a scientist. STEAM for Tweens will meet at 4 pm in the Pokagon Room on the second level of the library.
Summer Break escape room: Someone at the school district office forgot to put Summer Break on the calendar! The whole district is confused and there are even rumors that Summer Break is going to be canceled if the calendar can’t be changed. You can’t let that happen!! Unfortunately, the administrator in charge of the calendar is doing vacation research in Hawaii and is out of cell phone range. He did leave behind a series of clues to figure out the password to the district computers. Solve the clues to reveal the passwords and SAVE SUMMER BREAK!
Space is limited, so please register by June 3 by calling (269) 782-3826 or email (att: Pam) at dowagiaclibrarystaff@gmail.com
The Make & Share Cookbook Club is held on the first Thursday of the month from 5:15-6:30 pm at the Dowagiac District Library. Make a recipe from the monthly cookbook selection, then join us at the library for a recipe share & book discussion.
In June, we are making recipes from the cookbook Smitten Kitchen Keepers by Deb Perelman.
To reserve your spot, call the library or email (Att: Erin) at dowagiaclibrarystaff@gmail.com
It’s time to pop the corn! Come join us on Monday afternoons for a movie and popcorn.
Teen Matinee Mondays are for teens 13 through 18 and meet each Monday at 3 pm in the Teen area on the second level of the library.
The Dowagiac District Library offers this weekly story time each Tuesday at 10:30 am. Preschool Story Time is geared toward children 3-5 years old and will focus on developing early literacy skills and fine motor skills through listening to one or two stories and participating in fun-filled age appropriate crafts and/or learning activities.
Bird Seed Ornaments: Teens will have the opportunity to make an ornament out of birdseed. Works great to help you bird watch or give as a gift.
Teen Tuesdays are for teens 6th through 12th grade and meet each Tuesday at 3 pm in the Pokagon Room on the second level of the library.
It’s time to pop the corn! Come join us on Monday afternoons for a movie and popcorn.
Teen Matinee Mondays are for teens 13 through 18 and meet each Monday at 3 pm in the Teen area on the second level of the library.
The Dowagiac District Library offers this weekly story time each Tuesday at 10:30 am. Preschool Story Time is geared toward children 3-5 years old and will focus on developing early literacy skills and fine motor skills through listening to one or two stories and participating in fun-filled age appropriate crafts and/or learning activities.
On Game Days teens will be able to participate in a randomly selected (but age appropriate) board or card game while enjoying a light snack. Winners may receive prizes.
Teen Tuesdays are for teens 6th through 12th grade and meet each Tuesday at 3 pm in the Pokagon Room on the second level of the library.
Children ages 8-12 are invited to join STEAM for Tweens, a new science program designed to engage young minds to think like a scientist. STEAM for Tweens will meet at 4 pm in the Pokagon Room on the second level of the library.
Fingerprint Fun: Every fingerprint is unique, but there are certain patterns that can be observed which many prints have in common. Fingerprints from the same individual can vary slightly from finger to finger too! Come to this STEAM for Tweens activity to see what classes of ridge patterns each of you have.
Space is limited, so please register by June 17 by calling (269) 782-3826 or email (att: Pam) at dowagiaclibrarystaff@gmail.com
It’s time to pop the corn! Come join us on Monday afternoons for a movie and popcorn.
Teen Matinee Mondays are for teens 13 through 18 and meet each Monday at 3 pm in the Teen area on the second level of the library.
The Dowagiac District Library offers this weekly story time each Tuesday at 10:30 am. Preschool Story Time is geared toward children 3-5 years old and will focus on developing early literacy skills and fine motor skills through listening to one or two stories and participating in fun-filled age appropriate crafts and/or learning activities.
For this taste test challenge, we will have 3 rounds with 3 different kinds of soda. Teens will have to guess either the brand or the flavor!
Teen Tuesdays are for teens 6th through 12th grade and meet each Tuesday at 3 pm in the Pokagon Room on the second level of the library.
Revisit those classics from school or discover something new to expand your horizons! We meet the last Tuesday of the month in the Community Room, bringing our life experiences to the discussion.
To sign up, email Matt Weston at mweston [at] dowagiacdl.org
June Book: My Blood Approves by Amanda Hocking
Seventeen-year-old Alice Bonham's life feels out of control after she meets Jack. With his fondness for pink Chuck Taylors and New Wave hits aside, Jack's unlike anyone she's ever met.
Then she meets his brother, Peter. His eyes pierce through her, and she can barely breathe when he's around. Even though he can't stand the sight of her, she's drawn to him.
But falling for two very different guys isn't even the worst of her problems. Jack and Peter are vampires, and Alice finds herself caught between love and her own blood.
The TBR (Teen Book Review) Book Club is for teens 13-18 years old. The club features a YA (young adult) novel each month. Teens register and pick up their copy of the month’s selection at the beginning of the month and then meet and discuss the book on the last Wednesday of the month. For more information, stop by the Youth Services desk located on the second floor of the library.
It’s time to pop the corn! Come join us on Monday afternoons for a movie and popcorn.
Teen Matinee Mondays are for teens 13 through 18 and meet each Monday at 3 pm in the Teen area on the second level of the library.
The Dowagiac District Library offers this weekly story time each Tuesday at 10:30 am. Preschool Story Time is geared toward children 3-5 years old and will focus on developing early literacy skills and fine motor skills through listening to one or two stories and participating in fun-filled age appropriate crafts and/or learning activities.
BINGO! “B-4” you say BINGO is boring, give it a try! Winners receive snacks and/or candy prizes!
Teen Tuesdays are for teens 6th through 12th grade and meet each Tuesday at 3 pm in the Pokagon Room on the second level of the library.
It’s time to pop the corn! Come join us on Monday afternoons for a movie and popcorn.
Teen Matinee Mondays are for teens 13 through 18 and meet each Monday at 3 pm in the Teen area on the second level of the library.
The Dowagiac District Library offers this weekly story time each Tuesday at 10:30 am. Preschool Story Time is geared toward children 3-5 years old and will focus on developing early literacy skills and fine motor skills through listening to one or two stories and participating in fun-filled age appropriate crafts and/or learning activities.
On Game Days teens will be able to participate in a randomly selected (but age appropriate) board or card game while enjoying a light snack. Winners may receive prizes.
Teen Tuesdays are for teens 6th through 12th grade and meet each Tuesday at 3 pm in the Pokagon Room on the second level of the library.
It’s time to pop the corn! Come join us on Monday afternoons for a movie and popcorn.
Teen Matinee Mondays are for teens 13 through 18 and meet each Monday at 3 pm in the Teen area on the second level of the library.
The Dowagiac District Library offers this weekly story time each Tuesday at 10:30 am. Preschool Story Time is geared toward children 3-5 years old and will focus on developing early literacy skills and fine motor skills through listening to one or two stories and participating in fun-filled age appropriate crafts and/or learning activities.
Sand Art: Teens will have the opportunity to make a work of art from sand. Great for decorating or as a gift.
Teen Tuesdays are for teens 6th through 12th grade and meet each Tuesday at 3 pm in the Pokagon Room on the second level of the library.
Climb, run, and leap into reading with Indiana Joel’s Magic Show!
Adventure books of all sorts are brought to life with amazing magic, wacky stunts, upbeat music, and lots of audience participation.
Entertainment provided by Joel Tacey, Michigan’s Family Funnyman.
All ages will enjoy playing with a huge variety of bubble wands while dancing to family friendly music as bubble machines create thousands of bubbles all around!
Entertainment provided by Joel Tacey’s Tiptop Entertainment.
It’s time to pop the corn! Come join us on Monday afternoons for a movie and popcorn.
Teen Matinee Mondays are for teens 13 through 18 and meet each Monday at 3 pm in the Teen area on the second level of the library.
The Dowagiac District Library offers this weekly story time each Tuesday at 10:30 am. Preschool Story Time is geared toward children 3-5 years old and will focus on developing early literacy skills and fine motor skills through listening to one or two stories and participating in fun-filled age appropriate crafts and/or learning activities.
Bookmarks: We will be making and designing our own bookmarks.
Teen Tuesdays are for teens 6th through 12th grade and meet each Tuesday at 3 pm in the Pokagon Room on the second level of the library.
Revisit those classics from school or discover something new to expand your horizons! We meet the last Tuesday of the month in the Community Room, bringing our life experiences to the discussion.
To sign up, email Matt Weston at mweston [at] dowagiacdl [dot] org
Teens will use their imagination and creativity to make a map of their choosing. They can map a real location, make one of their own, or bring their favorite book world to life.
Teen Tuesdays are for teens 6th through 12th grade and meet each Tuesday at 3 pm in the Pokagon Room on the second level of the library.
The Dowagiac District Library offers this weekly story time each Tuesday at 10:30 am. Preschool Story Time is geared toward children 3-5 years old and will focus on developing early literacy skills and fine motor skills through listening to one or two stories and participating in fun-filled age appropriate crafts and/or learning activities.
Fandom Fest is a collaboratively run popular culture convention hosted by 8 libraries from Southwest Michigan.
Our free-entry event has vendors, Mini Hobby area, tabletop gaming, video game contest, and cosplay contest.
It invites people who would not otherwise be able to attend a con-type event to come together and celebrate their favorite aspects of popular culture.
Visit the website for a full list of events: https://www.fanfestswmi.com/
You can also follow them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/swmfandomfest
The Heated Tropes Book Club is held on the third Thursday of the month from 6-6:45 pm at the Dowagiac District Library. Every month members will choose from 3 different themed trope romance titles, the most voted on wins. Votes will be held on the Facebook group page, to join visit www.facebook.com/groups/heatedtropesbookclub/
In April, we will be discussing Assistant to the Villain by Hannah Nicole Maehrer.
If you have any further questions, you can email Erin at dowagiaclibrarystaff@gmail.com or call 782-3826.
Children ages 8-12 are invited to join STEAM for Tweens, a new science program designed to engage young minds to think like a scientist. STEAM for Tweens will meet at 4 pm in the Pokagon Room on the second level of the library.
Earth Day Escape Room: The Challenge… The local Gardening Foundation volunteers are very excited for their big Earth Day event. They have trees, flowers, and shrubs they were planning to plant in a local park. Unfortunately, the head of the organization was called away on emergency business. She left a well-hidden key to the trailer with all the plants so that no one would get unauthorized access. Sadly, that means the volunteers also can’t get to the plants. Never fear! Before she left, she left a series of clues to reveal the location of the key. Only a true Earth Day enthusiast will be able to solve these clues and help gain access to the plants for Earth Day. Can you help?
Space is limited, so please register by April 15 by calling (269) 782-3826 or email (att: Pam) at dowagiaclibrarystaff@gmail.com
The library Board of Trustees meets every second Tuesday of the month at 6:30 in the Community Room. There will be time for public comment near the beginning and end of each meeting.
Questions or comments can be sent to Matt Weston, Library Director at mweston (at) dowagiacdl.org
If you need special accommodations per ADA or for other reasons please contact the Director at the email address above before the meeting and accommodations will be arranged.
Clay Eggs: Create and decorate (oven-bake) clay eggs.
Teen Tuesdays are for teens 6th through 12th grade and meet each Tuesday at 3 pm in the Pokagon Room on the second level of the library.
The Dowagiac District Library offers this weekly story time each Tuesday at 10:30 am. Preschool Story Time is geared toward children 3-5 years old and will focus on developing early literacy skills and fine motor skills through listening to one or two stories and participating in fun-filled age appropriate crafts and/or learning activities.
Join us during National Library Week for Game Night!
Let’s get together and play a game of ‘Who Am I?”. This ice breaker is a great way to mingle, visit the library if you haven’t already, and have some fun.
Join us in the Community Room at 5:45 PM for Rules & Assignments. Game runs from 6pm-7pm. Once you have figure yourself out, meet us back in the community room for snacks, drinks, and more games!
Teen Cooking 101*
Grilled Cheese: Teens will learn how to make a delicious and cheesy sandwich.
*Registration is required for this event. Sign up in the youth department by Friday, April 5.
Teen Tuesdays are for teens 6th through 12th grade and meet each Tuesday at 3 pm in the Pokagon Room on the second level of the library.
The Dowagiac District Library offers this weekly story time each Tuesday at 10:30 am. Preschool Story Time is geared toward children 3-5 years old and will focus on developing early literacy skills and fine motor skills through listening to one or two stories and participating in fun-filled age appropriate crafts and/or learning activities.
Join us for this special book discussion of ‘My Favorite Book’.
Bring in a copy of your favorite book (or come into the library and pick it up) and share what makes it so special to you.
This is a great way to add new books to your TBR list!
Join us at the library for an afternoon of Solar Eclipse day fun! Meet us in the park behind the library* for fun and games. Free glasses will be available for viewing the eclipse.
For the Dowagiac Area: We will see a partial eclipse at 96.13% lasting for 2 hours and 30 minutes beginning at 1:53pm and ending at 4:23 the peak viewing time is 3:09pm**
*Weather permitting
**According to timeanddate.com
The Make & Share Cookbook Club is held on the first Thursday of the month from 5:15-6:30 pm at the Dowagiac District Library. Make a recipe from the monthly cookbook selection, then join us at the library for a recipe share & book discussion.
In April, we are making recipes from the cookbook Tex-Mex Cookbook: Traditions, Innovations, and Comfort Foods from Both Sides of the Border by Ford Fry
To reserve your spot, call the library or email (Att: Erin) at dowagiaclibrarystaff@gmail.com
Children ages 8-12 are invited to join STEAM for Tweens, a new science program designed to engage young minds to think like a scientist. STEAM for Tweens will meet at 4 pm in the Pokagon Room on the second level of the library.
Solar Eclipse Fun: We’re about to have an epic experience! A solar eclipse!! Solar eclipses are an amazing time to learn a little bit about the sun, the moon, the earth, and the paths they take as they orbit around each other. This is the first time in 99 years that the eclipse will be seen from coast to coast!
Participants of this event will get a pair of Solar Eclipse glasses!
Come to this STEAM for Tweens activity to learn about eclipse safety and build a pinhole projector.
Space is limited, so please register by April 1 by calling (269) 782-3826 or email (att: Pam) at dowagiaclibrarystaff@gmail.com
BINGO! “B-4” you say BINGO is boring, give it a try! Winners receive snacks and/or candy prizes!
Teen Tuesdays are for teens 6th through 12th grade and meet each Tuesday at 3 pm in the Pokagon Room on the second level of the library.
The Dowagiac District Library offers this weekly story time each Tuesday at 10:30 am. Preschool Story Time is geared toward children 3-5 years old and will focus on developing early literacy skills and fine motor skills through listening to one or two stories and participating in fun-filled age appropriate crafts and/or learning activities.
Calling kids of all ages!
Team up with your favorite adult and join us for a scavenger hunt throughout Dowagiac. All journeys lead to a prize at the end!
For more information, visit https://www.pokagonband-nsn.gov/event/spring-into-your-local-library/
Discover all the technology that’s right in your Smartphone to take your photos to the next level in this Basic Smartphone Photography Workshop with Professor of Photography, Wayne Pope.
Bring your smartphone, iPhone or Android, and charger and Mr. Pope will show you how to improve your smartphone photography and get better photos.
This class is perfect for those just beginning on their photography journey. In this workshop you will learn how to:
Navigate smartphone camera menus
Shoot still photos and videos
How to edit, save, and print photos
Wayne Pope is Adjunct Associate Professor of Photography at Lansing Community College and is from East Lansing. For more information visit his Facebook page or website.
Please call the library to register at 269-782-3826 or email (ATTN: Erin) dowagiaclibrarystaff@gmail.com.
What motivates people to work for justice? How can spiritual/theological convictions ground our embrace of both love and justice? All are welcome to join the author on an exploration of these topics, along with a discussion of his latest book Compelling Lives: Five Methodist Abolitionists and the Ideas That Inspired Them.
There is no charge for attending these meetings. Books may be purchased for $24 from the author. Copies may also be available for checkout from the Library.
A fun challenge to get teens familiar with the library while also allowing some friendly competition for a small prize or two.
Teen Tuesdays are for teens 6th through 12th grade and meet each Tuesday at 3 pm in the Pokagon Room on the second level of the library.
The Dowagiac District Library offers this weekly story time each Tuesday at 10:30 am. Preschool Story Time is geared toward children 3-5 years old and will focus on developing early literacy skills and fine motor skills through listening to one or two stories and participating in fun-filled age appropriate crafts and/or learning activities.
March Book: One of Us is Lying by Karen M. McManus
On Monday afternoon, five students at Bayview High walk into detention.
Bronwyn, The Brain, is Yale-bound and never breaks a rule.
Addy, The Beauty, is the picture-perfect homecoming princess.
Nate, The Criminal, is already on probation for dealing.
Cooper, The Athlete, is the all-star baseball pitcher.
And Simon, The Outcast, is the creator of Bayview High’s notorious gossip app.
Only, Simon never makes it out of that classroom. Before the end of detention, Simon’s dead. And according to investigators, his death wasn’t an accident. On Monday, he died. But on Tuesday, he’d planned to post juicy reveals about all four of his high-profile classmates, which makes all four of them suspects in his murder. Or are they just the perfect patsies for a killer who’s still on the loose?
Everyone has secrets. How far would you go to protect them?
The TBR (Teen Book Review) Book Club is for teens 13-18 years old. The club features a YA (young adult) novel each month. Teens register and pick up their copy of the month’s selection at the beginning of the month and then meet and discuss the book on the last Monday of the month. For more information, stop by the Youth Services desk located on the second floor of the library.
Dowagiac District Library Computer Tech Help is for patrons looking for more in-depth assistance. Patrons can bring their own device or can utilize a public internet station for their session. Sessions last for no more than one hour and are available on a first come, first served basis.
Library staff can assist with: Computer, smartphone and tablet basics; setting up an email account; email attachments; Internet searching; using a USB/flash drive; digital calendars; setting up a Facebook account; MS Word and Excel basics; video conferencing; and more!
Library staff cannot assist with: Computer viruses, performance issues, hardware diagnostics, installing non-library software, computer maintenance, setting up cell phone service.
It is the patron’s responsibility to bring any needed logins/passwords or equipment, including any power cords or cables. The library will not be able to provide computer accessories for your device.
Join local author and musician Annie Rettic for this Gratitude Gala on Thursday, March 21st from 6-8pm in the library community room.
Annie will read a chapter from her new book Gratitude: A Path To Grace. A 30 minute concert will follow, highlighting lyrics from the book.
Books and CD’s will be available for purchase during the gala.
The Heated Tropes Book Club is held on the third Thursday of the month from 6-6:45 pm at the Dowagiac District Library. Every month members will choose from 3 different themed trope romance titles, the most voted on wins. Votes will be held on the Facebook group page, to join visit www.facebook.com/groups/heatedtropesbookclub/
In March, we will be discussing Unfortunately Yours by Tessa Bailey.
If you have any further questions, you can email Erin at dowagiaclibrarystaff@gmail.com or call 782-3826.
What motivates people to work for justice? How can spiritual/theological convictions ground our embrace of both love and justice? All are welcome to join the author on an exploration of these topics, along with a discussion of his latest book Compelling Lives: Five Methodist Abolitionists and the Ideas That Inspired Them.
There is no charge for attending these meetings. Books may be purchased for $24 from the author. Copies may also be available for checkout from the Library.
Children ages 8-12 are invited to join STEAM for Tweens, a new science program designed to engage young minds to think like a scientist. STEAM for Tweens will meet at 4 pm in the Pokagon Room on the second level of the library.
Crystal Rainbows: Spring is just around the corner! Rainbows are a slight obsession for many people. How fun would it be to create your own rainbow? Come to this STEAM for Tweens activity to grow your own crystal rainbow.
Space is limited, so please register by March 18 by calling (269) 782-3826 or email (att: Pam) at dowagiaclibrarystaff@gmail.com
Pipe Cleaner Shamrocks: Teens will create festive shamrock art out of pipe cleaners.
Teen Tuesdays are for teens 6th through 12th grade and meet each Tuesday at 3 pm in the Pokagon Room on the second level of the library.
The Dowagiac District Library offers this weekly story time each Tuesday at 10:30 am. Preschool Story Time is geared toward children 3-5 years old and will focus on developing early literacy skills and fine motor skills through listening to one or two stories and participating in fun-filled age appropriate crafts and/or learning activities.
