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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.

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