Okemos Library Events - December 2008
All Ages
Mitten Tree Collection
Friday, Nov. 28 - Friday, Dec. 19
Open Hours
We are collecting new mittens (preferably waterproofed), gloves,
scarves and hats to be donated to elementary school students in Okemos
and Haslett and to the Meridian Township Holiday Food Baskets. Bring in
your donations any time and hang them on our tree. Thank you for your
generous participation.
Food Bank Collection
Open Hours
We are collecting unopened, non-perishable food and personal care items
for a local pantry of the Greater Lansing Food Bank. Please check
expiration dates before donating. Thanks for your generous
participation.
Holiday Open House
Tuesday, Dec. 16
5-9 pm
Join us for a celebration of the holidays. Enjoy the refreshments and a
concert featuring the Okemos High School Someko singers.
Cookie Decorating Workshop & Bell Choir
Wednesday, Dec. 17
3-5 pm
Young patrons are invited to stop by and decorate a sugar cookie.
Accompanying the festivities is the Medical Care Facility of Ingham
County Bell Choir, lead by Tracie Yukinas and Music Therapist Joanne
Tango, beginning at 3 pm.
Children
Toddler Story Time (Ages 2-3)
Mondays, Dec. 1 & 8
10:30 am
Wednesdays, Dec. 3 & 10
10:30 am
Thursdays, Dec. 4 & 11
10:30 am
Preschool Story Time (Ages 3½ - 6)
Mondays, Dec. 1 & 8
2 pm
Tuesdays, Dec. 2 & 9
10:30 am
All Ages Storytime
Tuesdays, Dec. 2 & 9
4:30 pm
Pizza & Pages Book Discussion Group (Grades 3 & up)*
Wednesday, Dec. 10
4 pm
Theme-based book discussion group with snacks and activities. Read any
book that fits each month’s theme; contact the library for a list of
suggested titles. Registration is required by calling (517)
347-2023.
Saturday @ the Movies
Saturday, Dec. 13
1 pm
Join us for a G or PG-rated movie.
Teens
Books Plus Book Discussion Group (Grades 6 & up)*
Wednesday, Dec. 3
4 pm
Trouble by Gary D. Schmidt
Parents who have read the book may also join the discussion. Pizza
provided. Registration is required; please call (517)
347-2023.
Okemos Creative Writers Group
Monday, Dec. 15
6:30 pm
Open to all genres; mature teen through adult.
Adults
Entrepreneur Club
Monday, Dec. 1
6-6:30: Networking
6:30-8:30: Discussion
Friends Book Group
Thursday, Dec. 4
10 am
1st Sunday Gallery Walk
Sunday, Dec. 7
Reception 1-4 pm
Mid-Michigan Art Guild, Invitational Show
The exhibit runs during library hours:
Monday through Thursday 9 am to 9 pm;
Friday and Saturday 9 am to 7 pm;
and Sunday 1 to 7 pm
Mystery Book Group
Monday, Dec. 8
7 pm
Computer Classes*
Fridays, Dec. 5 & 19
10-11:30 am
Please call (517) 347-2021 x 2026 for topics and to register.
Downloading Electronic Audio Books Workshop*
Thursday, Dec. 11
10-11:30 am
Learn how to download eAudiobooks to your PC and compatible MP3 player.
Registration required, please call (517) 347-2023.
Okemos Creative Writers Group
Monday, Dec. 15
6:30 pm
Open to all genres; mature teen through adult.
Okemos Book Group
Thursday, Dec. 18
12 noon
Film Movement Series (Adults & mature teens)
Thursday, Dec. 18
6:30 pm
Days and Clouds (Italy)
Come view a recently released, award-winning, foreign or independent
film.

