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					1 Adult Computer Class: Speak to a Geek Adult Computer Class: Speak to a Geek Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives…	2 One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Young Dancers Class Young Dancers Class February 2, 2013 10:00 am – 10:30 am This is a creative movement dance class offered through the City of Grand Rapids’ Parks and Recreation Department for children ages 4-8 to develop rhythm, balance, flexibility and an appreciation… Creative Movement Class Creative Movement Class February 2, 2013 10:30 am – 11:00 am This unique library-based program offered through the City of Grand Rapids’ Parks and Recreation Department, allows kids ages 3-6 to be creative physically as well as mentally. The first thirty… Kent County Teen Film Festival Kent County Teen Film Festival February 2, 2013 10:30 am – 1:00 pm Come see the films made by Kent County teens in grades 6-12. Prizes will be awarded for the best films in various categories. Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids February 2, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on…
3 Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives…	4 One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Adult Computer Class: Introduction to Computers Adult Computer Class: Introduction to Computers February 4, 2013 11:00 am – 1:00 pm This basic course is designed to provide students with an introduction to various aspects of personal computing. Attention will be focused on understanding the basic hardware components, operating systems, how…	5 Adult Computer Class: Introduction to Computers Adult Computer Class: Introduction to Computers Adult Computer Class: Introduction to Computers Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Pre-Reading Classes for Babies Pre-Reading Classes for Babies February 5, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to introduce their babies, birth through 18 months, to music, movement, and language in these 30-minute classes designed just for their specific developmental stages. Babies…	6 Pre-Reading Classes for Babies Pre-Reading Classes for Babies Pre-Reading Classes for Babies Pre-Reading Classes for Babies Pre-Reading Classes for Babies Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Pre-Reading Classes for Babies Pre-Reading Classes for Babies February 6, 2013 10:30 am – 11:00 am Parents and caregivers are invited to introduce their babies, birth through 18 months, to music, movement, and language in these 30-minute classes designed just for their specific developmental stages. Babies… Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers February 6, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their energetic toddlers, ages 18 months to 3 years, to 30-minute classes featuring hands-on, literacy-rich activities including stories, songs with fingerplays and other… Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers February 6, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their energetic toddlers, ages 18 months to 3 years, to 30-minute classes featuring hands-on, literacy-rich activities including stories, songs with fingerplays and other…	7 Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids February 7, 2013 10:30 am – 11:00 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids February 7, 2013 10:30 am – 11:00 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids February 7, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on… Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers February 7, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their energetic toddlers, ages 18 months to 3 years, to 30-minute classes featuring hands-on, literacy-rich activities including stories, songs with fingerplays and other… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids February 7, 2013 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on… Reading the Great Lakes Reading the Great Lakes February 7, 2013 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Come explore the Lakes with us! We’ll read a range of titles including mystery, history, fiction, and nonfiction all taking place in the Great Lakes region–from Chicago to Cleveland. This…	8 Reading the Great Lakes Reading the Great Lakes Reading the Great Lakes Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids February 8, 2013 10:30 am – 11:00 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on…	9 Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Young Dancers Class Young Dancers Class February 9, 2013 10:00 am – 10:30 am This is a creative movement dance class offered through the City of Grand Rapids’ Parks and Recreation Department for children ages 4-8 to develop rhythm, balance, flexibility and an appreciation… Creative Movement Class Creative Movement Class February 9, 2013 10:30 am – 11:00 am This unique library-based program offered through the City of Grand Rapids’ Parks and Recreation Department, allows kids ages 3-6 to be creative physically as well as mentally. The first thirty… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids February 9, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on… Intro to Finding Funders Intro to Finding Funders February 9, 2013 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Learn to find funders for your nonprofit with the Foundation Center’s comprehensive funding research tool, Foundation Directory Online. Search tactics, database design, and comprehensive information strategies for nonprofits will be… ACT Prep Workshop ACT Prep Workshop February 9, 2013 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm A good score on the ACT can help you get into the college of your choice. Wendy Marty, professional Academic Coach, will show you techniques and tips to raise your… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids February 9, 2013 2:00 pm – 2:30 pm Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on… Poetry Slam with Azizi Jasper Poetry Slam with Azizi Jasper February 9, 2013 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm Come to share and experience an afternoon Poetry Slam, celebrating African American History Month at the Madison Square Branch. Local Poet and artist Azizi Jasper will be on hand to… Poetry Slam with Azizi Jasper Poetry Slam with Azizi Jasper February 9, 2013 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Local poet Azizi Jasper will host a free and open sharing of poetry that’s appropriate for the whole family. Jasper has toured throughout the Midwest performing is unique brand of…
10 Poetry Slam with Azizi Jasper Poetry Slam with Azizi Jasper Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives…	11 One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Adult Computer Class: Basic Word Processing Adult Computer Class: Basic Word Processing February 11, 2013 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Designed for those who have some experience with using the mouse, this class covers the basics of using a word processing program similar to Microsoft Word or WordPerfect. You’ll learn…	12 Adult Computer Class: Basic Word Processing Adult Computer Class: Basic Word Processing Adult Computer Class: Basic Word Processing Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Pre-Reading Classes for Babies Pre-Reading Classes for Babies February 12, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to introduce their babies, birth through 18 months, to music, movement, and language in these 30-minute classes designed just for their specific developmental stages. Babies…	13 Pre-Reading Classes for Babies Pre-Reading Classes for Babies Pre-Reading Classes for Babies Pre-Reading Classes for Babies Pre-Reading Classes for Babies Pre-Reading Classes for Babies Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Pre-Reading Classes for Babies Pre-Reading Classes for Babies February 13, 2013 10:30 am – 11:00 am Parents and caregivers are invited to introduce their babies, birth through 18 months, to music, movement, and language in these 30-minute classes designed just for their specific developmental stages. Babies… Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers February 13, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their energetic toddlers, ages 18 months to 3 years, to 30-minute classes featuring hands-on, literacy-rich activities including stories, songs with fingerplays and other… Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers February 13, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their energetic toddlers, ages 18 months to 3 years, to 30-minute classes featuring hands-on, literacy-rich activities including stories, songs with fingerplays and other… Adult Computer Class: Basic Internet Adult Computer Class: Basic Internet February 13, 2013 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Designed for those who already have a working knowledge of computers and some experience with using the mouse, this class covers the basics of the Internet and will give participants…	14 Adult Computer Class: Basic Internet Adult Computer Class: Basic Internet Adult Computer Class: Basic Internet Adult Computer Class: Basic Internet Adult Computer Class: Basic Internet Adult Computer Class: Basic Internet Adult Computer Class: Basic Internet Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids February 14, 2013 10:30 am – 11:00 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids February 14, 2013 10:30 am – 11:00 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids February 14, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on… Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers February 14, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their energetic toddlers, ages 18 months to 3 years, to 30-minute classes featuring hands-on, literacy-rich activities including stories, songs with fingerplays and other… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids February 14, 2013 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on…	15 Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids February 15, 2013 10:30 am – 11:00 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on…	16 Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Young Dancers Class Young Dancers Class February 16, 2013 10:00 am – 10:30 am This is a creative movement dance class offered through the City of Grand Rapids’ Parks and Recreation Department for children ages 4-8 to develop rhythm, balance, flexibility and an appreciation… Creative Movement Class Creative Movement Class February 16, 2013 10:30 am – 11:00 am This unique library-based program offered through the City of Grand Rapids’ Parks and Recreation Department, allows kids ages 3-6 to be creative physically as well as mentally. The first thirty… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids February 16, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on… Coretta Scott King by Storyteller Miz Rosie Coretta Scott King by Storyteller Miz Rosie February 16, 2013 11:00 am – 12:00 pm The talented Rosie Chapman will perform for the very first time as Coretta Scott King. Miz Rosie includes audience participation in her performances, which are designed to entertain all ages. Coretta Scott King by Storyteller Miz Rosie Coretta Scott King by Storyteller Miz Rosie February 16, 2013 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm The talented Rosie Chapman will perform for the very first time as Coretta Scott King. Miz Rosie includes audience participation in her performances, which are designed to entertain all ages. Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids February 16, 2013 2:00 pm – 2:30 pm Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on… Coretta Scott King by Storyteller Miz Rosie Coretta Scott King by Storyteller Miz Rosie February 16, 2013 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm The talented Rosie Chapman will perform for the very first time as Coretta Scott King. Miz Rosie includes audience participation in her performances, which are designed to entertain all ages.
17 Coretta Scott King by Storyteller Miz Rosie Coretta Scott King by Storyteller Miz Rosie Coretta Scott King by Storyteller Miz Rosie Coretta Scott King by Storyteller Miz Rosie Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Taste of Soul Sunday Taste of Soul Sunday February 17, 2013 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm Join us as we celebrate African American history and culture at the eighth annual Taste of Soul Sunday. Sample African American art, music, literature, history and food. Free and open… Coretta Scott King by Storyteller Miz Rosie Coretta Scott King by Storyteller Miz Rosie February 17, 2013 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm The talented Rosie Chapman will perform for the very first time as Coretta Scott King. Miz Rosie includes audience participation in her performances, which are designed to entertain all ages.	18 Coretta Scott King by Storyteller Miz Rosie Coretta Scott King by Storyteller Miz Rosie Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives…	19 One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Pre-Reading Classes for Babies Pre-Reading Classes for Babies February 19, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to introduce their babies, birth through 18 months, to music, movement, and language in these 30-minute classes designed just for their specific developmental stages. Babies… Adult Computer Class: Family Trees on Ancestry.com Adult Computer Class: Family Trees on Ancestry.com February 19, 2013 6:45 pm – 8:30 pm Ancestry is an online subscription genealogy database that is provided by the Grand Rapids Public Library. Ancestry has grown into a powerful database and can be of great benefit I…	20 Adult Computer Class: Family Trees on Ancestry.com Adult Computer Class: Family Trees on Ancestry.com Adult Computer Class: Family Trees on Ancestry.com Adult Computer Class: Family Trees on Ancestry.com Adult Computer Class: Family Trees on Ancestry.com Adult Computer Class: Family Trees on Ancestry.com Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Pre-Reading Classes for Babies Pre-Reading Classes for Babies February 20, 2013 10:30 am – 11:00 am Parents and caregivers are invited to introduce their babies, birth through 18 months, to music, movement, and language in these 30-minute classes designed just for their specific developmental stages. Babies… Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers February 20, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their energetic toddlers, ages 18 months to 3 years, to 30-minute classes featuring hands-on, literacy-rich activities including stories, songs with fingerplays and other… Adult Computer Class: Internet Security 101 Adult Computer Class: Internet Security 101 February 20, 2013 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Designed for those who already have a working knowledge of computers and some experience with using the mouse, this class covers the basics of internet security. Topics include protecting your… Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers February 20, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their energetic toddlers, ages 18 months to 3 years, to 30-minute classes featuring hands-on, literacy-rich activities including stories, songs with fingerplays and other…	21 Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids February 21, 2013 10:30 am – 11:00 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids February 21, 2013 10:30 am – 11:00 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids February 21, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on… Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers February 21, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their energetic toddlers, ages 18 months to 3 years, to 30-minute classes featuring hands-on, literacy-rich activities including stories, songs with fingerplays and other… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids February 21, 2013 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on… A City Within a City: The Black Freedom Struggle in Grand Rapids, Michigan A City Within a City: The Black Freedom Struggle in Grand Rapids, Michigan February 21, 2013 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Author Todd Robinson will present his recent book, A City Within a City: The Black Freedom Struggle in Grand Rapids, Michigan, a case study of the civil rights era as… A City within a City: The Black Freedom Struggle in Grand Rapids, MI A City within a City: The Black Freedom Struggle in Grand Rapids, MI February 21, 2013 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Author Todd Robinson will present his recent book, A City within a City, a case study of the civil rights era as it happened in smaller cities. The book focuses…	22 A City within a City: The Black Freedom Struggle in Grand Rapids, MI A City within a City: The Black Freedom Struggle in Grand Rapids, MI A City within a City: The Black Freedom Struggle in Grand Rapids, MI Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids February 22, 2013 10:30 am – 11:00 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on…	23 Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Young Dancers Class Young Dancers Class February 23, 2013 10:00 am – 10:30 am This is a creative movement dance class offered through the City of Grand Rapids’ Parks and Recreation Department for children ages 4-8 to develop rhythm, balance, flexibility and an appreciation… Creative Movement Class Creative Movement Class February 23, 2013 10:30 am – 11:00 am This unique library-based program offered through the City of Grand Rapids’ Parks and Recreation Department, allows kids ages 3-6 to be creative physically as well as mentally. The first thirty… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids February 23, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on… Early Childhood Essentials Class: RELAX—Alternatives to Anger for Parents and Caregivers Early Childhood Essentials Class: RELAX—Alternatives to Anger for Parents and Caregivers February 23, 2013 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm In this workshop, we will be looking at anger and strong emotions in infants, toddlers and preschoolers. We will discuss the developmental stages in children’s self-control and how parents and… Using Facebook to Promote Your Business Using Facebook to Promote Your Business February 23, 2013 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm How do you promote your business using Facebook? Learn about resources to plan, start and grow your business using this social networking website. Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids February 23, 2013 2:00 pm – 2:30 pm Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on…
24 Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives…	25 One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives…	26 One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Pre-Reading Classes for Babies Pre-Reading Classes for Babies February 26, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to introduce their babies, birth through 18 months, to music, movement, and language in these 30-minute classes designed just for their specific developmental stages. Babies… Adult Computer Class: Word Processing II & Spreadsheets Adult Computer Class: Word Processing II & Spreadsheets February 26, 2013 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Designed for those already familiar with the basics of word processing, this class covers more advanced formatting topics such as headers and footers, columns, tables, along with a basic overview…	27 Adult Computer Class: Word Processing II & Spreadsheets Adult Computer Class: Word Processing II & Spreadsheets Adult Computer Class: Word Processing II & Spreadsheets Adult Computer Class: Word Processing II & Spreadsheets Adult Computer Class: Word Processing II & Spreadsheets Adult Computer Class: Word Processing II & Spreadsheets Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Pre-Reading Classes for Babies Pre-Reading Classes for Babies February 27, 2013 10:30 am – 11:00 am Parents and caregivers are invited to introduce their babies, birth through 18 months, to music, movement, and language in these 30-minute classes designed just for their specific developmental stages. Babies… Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers February 27, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their energetic toddlers, ages 18 months to 3 years, to 30-minute classes featuring hands-on, literacy-rich activities including stories, songs with fingerplays and other… Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers February 27, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their energetic toddlers, ages 18 months to 3 years, to 30-minute classes featuring hands-on, literacy-rich activities including stories, songs with fingerplays and other… Early Childhood Essentials Class: Ages and Stages of Infant and Toddler Development Early Childhood Essentials Class: Ages and Stages of Infant and Toddler Development February 27, 2013 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm Parents and caregivers can learn about appropriate expectations of young children, and the stages of infant and toddler growth and development. This workshop is based on Stephen Bavolek’s Nurturing Parenting…	28 Early Childhood Essentials Class: Ages and Stages of Infant and Toddler Development Early Childhood Essentials Class: Ages and Stages of Infant and Toddler Development Early Childhood Essentials Class: Ages and Stages of Infant and Toddler Development Early Childhood Essentials Class: Ages and Stages of Infant and Toddler Development Early Childhood Essentials Class: Ages and Stages of Infant and Toddler Development Early Childhood Essentials Class: Ages and Stages of Infant and Toddler Development Early Childhood Essentials Class: Ages and Stages of Infant and Toddler Development Early Childhood Essentials Class: Ages and Stages of Infant and Toddler Development Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us November 28, 2012 – February 28, 2013 Sign up, read ten books, and win prizes! A great way for grown-ups to beat the winter blues. One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids January 2, 2013 – March 31, 2013 One Book, One City for Kids is an annual reading program that encourages all 4th graders in the city to read and discuss the same book. The program also strives… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids February 28, 2013 10:30 am – 11:00 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids February 28, 2013 10:30 am – 11:00 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids February 28, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on… Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers February 28, 2013 11:00 am – 11:30 am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their energetic toddlers, ages 18 months to 3 years, to 30-minute classes featuring hands-on, literacy-rich activities including stories, songs with fingerplays and other… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids February 28, 2013 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschool children, ages 3 to 5, to 45-minute classes featuring literacy-rich activities such as interactive storytelling using puppets, dramatic play, and hands-on… Adult Computer Class: Speak to a Geek Adult Computer Class: Speak to a Geek February 28, 2013 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Come into the Computer Lab and practice basic computer skills and get basic computer help with word processing, spreadsheets, Email, Internet, Library databases, social networking sites, etc.

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	Main Library 111 Library Street NE \| 49503 616.988.5400 M-Th 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM F-Sat 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sun 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Closed May 26 & May 27	Madison Square Branch 1201 Madison SE \| 49507 616.988.5411 T-W 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Th 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM F-Sat 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Closed Saturday, May 25	Ottawa Hills Branch 1150 Giddings SE \| 49506 616.988.5412 T 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM W 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Th-Sat 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Closed Saturday, May 25	Seymour Branch 2350 Eastern SE \| 49507 616.988.5413 M-T 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM W-Th 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sat 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Closed Monday, May 25
	Van Belkum Branch 1563 Plainfield NE \| 49505 616.988.5410 T 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM W 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Th-Sat 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Closed Saturday, May 25	West Leonard Branch 1017 Leonard NW \| 49504 616.988.5416 M-T 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM W-Th 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sat 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Closed Monday, May 25	West Side Branch 713 Bridge NW \| 49504 616.988.5414 T-W 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Th 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM F-Sat 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Closed Saturday, May 25	Yankee Clipper Branch 2025 Leonard NE \| 49505 616.988.5415 M-T 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM W-Th 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sat 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Closed Monday, May 25