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	1 Adult Computer Class: Speak to a Geek Adult Computer Class: Speak to a Geek Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit October 1, 2012 – October 31, 2012 In 1912, Juliette Gordon Low started the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah, GA after learning about the Scouting movement in Great Britain. 100 years later, there are Girl Scout… Adult Computer Class: Introduction to Computers Adult Computer Class: Introduction to Computers October 1, 2012 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, using…	2 Adult Computer Class: Introduction to Computers Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit October 1, 2012 – October 31, 2012 In 1912, Juliette Gordon Low started the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah, GA after learning about the Scouting movement in Great Britain. 100 years later, there are Girl Scout…	3 Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit October 1, 2012 – October 31, 2012 In 1912, Juliette Gordon Low started the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah, GA after learning about the Scouting movement in Great Britain. 100 years later, there are Girl Scout… Using Facebook to Promote Your Business Using Facebook to Promote Your Business October 3, 2012 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm How do you promote your business using Facebook? Learn about resources to plan, start and grow your business using this social networking website.	4 Using Facebook to Promote Your Business Using Facebook to Promote Your Business Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit October 1, 2012 – October 31, 2012 In 1912, Juliette Gordon Low started the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah, GA after learning about the Scouting movement in Great Britain. 100 years later, there are Girl Scout… Reading the Great Lakes Reading the Great Lakes October 4, 2012 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…	5 Reading the Great Lakes Reading the Great Lakes Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit October 1, 2012 – October 31, 2012 In 1912, Juliette Gordon Low started the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah, GA after learning about the Scouting movement in Great Britain. 100 years later, there are Girl Scout… Genealogy Lock-In Genealogy Lock-In October 5, 2012 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm Come to the Local History and Special Collections department for a free after-hours program just for genealogists! Learn how to use the microfilm reader/scanner/printer, save images, and take advantage of…	6 Genealogy Lock-In Genealogy Lock-In Genealogy Lock-In Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit October 1, 2012 – October 31, 2012 In 1912, Juliette Gordon Low started the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah, GA after learning about the Scouting movement in Great Britain. 100 years later, there are Girl Scout… Introduction to findagrave.com Introduction to findagrave.com October 6, 2012 12:15 pm – 1:15 pm Findagrave.com is an emerging reference that contains over 84 million cemetery, grave and burial records. Learn more about this resource and how to use it to aid in genealogical research. Adult Computer Class: Introduction to Email Adult Computer Class: Introduction to Email October 6, 2012 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm This class is designed for those who already have a working knowledge of computers and the Internet, this class covers basic topics in using email with particular emphasis on free…
7 Adult Computer Class: Introduction to Email Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit October 1, 2012 – October 31, 2012 In 1912, Juliette Gordon Low started the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah, GA after learning about the Scouting movement in Great Britain. 100 years later, there are Girl Scout…	8 Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit October 1, 2012 – October 31, 2012 In 1912, Juliette Gordon Low started the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah, GA after learning about the Scouting movement in Great Britain. 100 years later, there are Girl Scout… Adult Computer Class: Basic Internet Adult Computer Class: Basic Internet October 8, 2012 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm This class is 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. It…	9 Adult Computer Class: Basic Internet Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit October 1, 2012 – October 31, 2012 In 1912, Juliette Gordon Low started the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah, GA after learning about the Scouting movement in Great Britain. 100 years later, there are Girl Scout…	10 Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit October 1, 2012 – October 31, 2012 In 1912, Juliette Gordon Low started the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah, GA after learning about the Scouting movement in Great Britain. 100 years later, there are Girl Scout… Investor Education in Your Community: Mind Your Money Manners Investor Education in Your Community: Mind Your Money Manners October 10, 2012 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm This brand-new four part series brings useful instruction on developing good money manners to help you cultivate and maintain a more responsible and productive relationship with your money. Learn easy-to-follow…	11 Investor Education in Your Community: Mind Your Money Manners Investor Education in Your Community: Mind Your Money Manners Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit October 1, 2012 – October 31, 2012 In 1912, Juliette Gordon Low started the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah, GA after learning about the Scouting movement in Great Britain. 100 years later, there are Girl Scout… Adult Computer Class: Skype 101 Adult Computer Class: Skype 101 October 11, 2012 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Skype is a phone and video calling service that offers free videoconferencing in real-time to an international audience. Want to connect with your relative in another state or chat with…	12 Adult Computer Class: Skype 101 Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit October 1, 2012 – October 31, 2012 In 1912, Juliette Gordon Low started the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah, GA after learning about the Scouting movement in Great Britain. 100 years later, there are Girl Scout…	13 Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit October 1, 2012 – October 31, 2012 In 1912, Juliette Gordon Low started the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah, GA after learning about the Scouting movement in Great Britain. 100 years later, there are Girl Scout… Local Author Book Fair Local Author Book Fair October 13, 2012 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Come and meet over 25 local authors! Discover new books and talk one-on-one with local authors about the books they have written. Adult Computer Class: Basic Word Processing Adult Computer Class: Basic Word Processing October 13, 2012 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm This class is 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.…
14 Adult Computer Class: Basic Word Processing Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit October 1, 2012 – October 31, 2012 In 1912, Juliette Gordon Low started the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah, GA after learning about the Scouting movement in Great Britain. 100 years later, there are Girl Scout…	15 Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit October 1, 2012 – October 31, 2012 In 1912, Juliette Gordon Low started the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah, GA after learning about the Scouting movement in Great Britain. 100 years later, there are Girl Scout… Adult Computer Class: Facebook 101 Adult Computer Class: Facebook 101 October 15, 2012 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm This is a more advanced class designed for those who already have a working knowledge of computers and the Internet, students in this class will be introduced to blogging sites…	16 Adult Computer Class: Facebook 101 Adult Computer Class: Facebook 101 Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit October 1, 2012 – October 31, 2012 In 1912, Juliette Gordon Low started the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah, GA after learning about the Scouting movement in Great Britain. 100 years later, there are Girl Scout… Landing Your Ideal Career: It Starts with Preparation (Are You Ready?) Landing Your Ideal Career: It Starts with Preparation (Are You Ready?) October 16, 2012 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Finding work is hard work, especially in today’s economy. There are so many questions we ask: Do I buy a new suit or wear what I have? How should my…	17 Landing Your Ideal Career: It Starts with Preparation (Are You Ready?) Landing Your Ideal Career: It Starts with Preparation (Are You Ready?) Landing Your Ideal Career: It Starts with Preparation (Are You Ready?) Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit October 1, 2012 – October 31, 2012 In 1912, Juliette Gordon Low started the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah, GA after learning about the Scouting movement in Great Britain. 100 years later, there are Girl Scout… Using the Library to Write a Business Plan Using the Library to Write a Business Plan October 17, 2012 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm This is a more advanced class designed for those who already have a working knowledge of computers and the Internet, this course will highlight library resources to assist students in… Early Childhood Essentials Class: Child Safety Early Childhood Essentials Class: Child Safety October 17, 2012 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Participants will learn about injury prevention from Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital. Topics include: falls, carbon monoxide, bikes, lawnmowers, water safety, button batteries, safety in and around cars, and safe sleep.…	18 Early Childhood Essentials Class: Child Safety Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit October 1, 2012 – October 31, 2012 In 1912, Juliette Gordon Low started the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah, GA after learning about the Scouting movement in Great Britain. 100 years later, there are Girl Scout…	19 Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit October 1, 2012 – October 31, 2012 In 1912, Juliette Gordon Low started the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah, GA after learning about the Scouting movement in Great Britain. 100 years later, there are Girl Scout…	20 Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit October 1, 2012 – October 31, 2012 In 1912, Juliette Gordon Low started the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah, GA after learning about the Scouting movement in Great Britain. 100 years later, there are Girl Scout… Adult Computer Class: Internet Security 101 Adult Computer Class: Internet Security 101 October 20, 2012 11:00 am – 1:00 pm This class is 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: protecting…
21 Adult Computer Class: Internet Security 101 Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit October 1, 2012 – October 31, 2012 In 1912, Juliette Gordon Low started the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah, GA after learning about the Scouting movement in Great Britain. 100 years later, there are Girl Scout…	22 Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit October 1, 2012 – October 31, 2012 In 1912, Juliette Gordon Low started the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah, GA after learning about the Scouting movement in Great Britain. 100 years later, there are Girl Scout… Adult Computer Class: Word Processing II & Spreadsheets Adult Computer Class: Word Processing II & Spreadsheets October 22, 2012 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm This class is 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…	23 Adult Computer Class: Word Processing II & Spreadsheets Adult Computer Class: Word Processing II & Spreadsheets Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit October 1, 2012 – October 31, 2012 In 1912, Juliette Gordon Low started the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah, GA after learning about the Scouting movement in Great Britain. 100 years later, there are Girl Scout… Landing Your Ideal Career: It Starts with Preparation (Are You Ready?) Landing Your Ideal Career: It Starts with Preparation (Are You Ready?) October 23, 2012 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Finding work is hard work, especially in today’s economy. There are so many questions we ask: Do I buy a new suit or wear what I have? How should my…	24 Landing Your Ideal Career: It Starts with Preparation (Are You Ready?) Landing Your Ideal Career: It Starts with Preparation (Are You Ready?) Landing Your Ideal Career: It Starts with Preparation (Are You Ready?) Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit October 1, 2012 – October 31, 2012 In 1912, Juliette Gordon Low started the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah, GA after learning about the Scouting movement in Great Britain. 100 years later, there are Girl Scout… Adult Computer Class: Introduction to Library Resources Adult Computer Class: Introduction to Library Resources October 24, 2012 11:00 am – 1:00 pm This class is designed for those who already have a working knowledge of computers and some experience with using the mouse. GRPL offers a wide-variety of electronic resources from research… Investor Education in Your Community: Mind Your Money Manners Investor Education in Your Community: Mind Your Money Manners October 24, 2012 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm This brand-new four part series brings useful instruction on developing good money manners to help you cultivate and maintain a more responsible and productive relationship with your money. Learn easy-to-follow…	25 Investor Education in Your Community: Mind Your Money Manners Investor Education in Your Community: Mind Your Money Manners Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit October 1, 2012 – October 31, 2012 In 1912, Juliette Gordon Low started the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah, GA after learning about the Scouting movement in Great Britain. 100 years later, there are Girl Scout… Ghosthunting Michigan Ghosthunting Michigan October 25, 2012 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Author Helen Pattskyn has explored some of Michigan’s most haunted locations, from the Whitney in downtown Detroit to the Point Iroquois Lighthouse. Her interest in the paranormal combined with her…	26 Ghosthunting Michigan Ghosthunting Michigan Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit October 1, 2012 – October 31, 2012 In 1912, Juliette Gordon Low started the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah, GA after learning about the Scouting movement in Great Britain. 100 years later, there are Girl Scout… Community Resource & Senior Volunteer Fair Community Resource & Senior Volunteer Fair October 26, 2012 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Utilizing an open house format, this event will bring together as many as 30 different community organizations, featuring information on available community resources and volunteer opportunities for older adults. This…	27 Community Resource & Senior Volunteer Fair Community Resource & Senior Volunteer Fair Community Resource & Senior Volunteer Fair Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit October 1, 2012 – October 31, 2012 In 1912, Juliette Gordon Low started the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah, GA after learning about the Scouting movement in Great Britain. 100 years later, there are Girl Scout… Adult Computer Class: Google Essentials Adult Computer Class: Google Essentials October 27, 2012 11:00 am – 1:00 pm This is an advanced class designed for those who already have a working knowledge of computers and the Internet, this class is designed to provide students with an introduction to… Early Childhood Essentials Class: Understanding Feelings Early Childhood Essentials Class: Understanding Feelings October 27, 2012 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm This workshop, taught by MSU Extension instructor Holly Tiret, is based on Stephen Bavolek’s Nurturing Parenting Community Based Education program. Adult participants will learn ways to manage their own feelings…
28 Early Childhood Essentials Class: Understanding Feelings Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit October 1, 2012 – October 31, 2012 In 1912, Juliette Gordon Low started the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah, GA after learning about the Scouting movement in Great Britain. 100 years later, there are Girl Scout…	29 Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit October 1, 2012 – October 31, 2012 In 1912, Juliette Gordon Low started the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah, GA after learning about the Scouting movement in Great Britain. 100 years later, there are Girl Scout…	30 Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit October 1, 2012 – October 31, 2012 In 1912, Juliette Gordon Low started the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah, GA after learning about the Scouting movement in Great Britain. 100 years later, there are Girl Scout… Adult Computer Class: Using Genealogy Software to Start Your Research Adult Computer Class: Using Genealogy Software to Start Your Research October 30, 2012 6:45 pm – 7:45 pm Participants will learn what it takes to conduct genealogical research through an understanding of genealogy database software, and techniques for locating and organizing family history information. Several key online databases… Landing Your Ideal Career: It Starts with Preparation (Are You Ready?) Landing Your Ideal Career: It Starts with Preparation (Are You Ready?) October 30, 2012 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Finding work is hard work, especially in today’s economy. There are so many questions we ask: Do I buy a new suit or wear what I have? How should my…	31 Landing Your Ideal Career: It Starts with Preparation (Are You Ready?) Landing Your Ideal Career: It Starts with Preparation (Are You Ready?) Landing Your Ideal Career: It Starts with Preparation (Are You Ready?) Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Exhibit October 1, 2012 – October 31, 2012 In 1912, Juliette Gordon Low started the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah, GA after learning about the Scouting movement in Great Britain. 100 years later, there are Girl Scout… Day of the Dead/Dia de los Muertos Day of the Dead/Dia de los Muertos October 31, 2012 – November 4, 2012 Dìa de Los Muertos is a Mexican holiday that honors family and friends who have passed on. Loved ones come together to build altars that celebrate the life and memory… Adult Computer Class: Speak to a Geek Adult Computer Class: Speak to a Geek October 31, 2012 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Come into the Computer Lab and practice basic computer skills and get basic computer help with word processing, spreadsheets, email, Internet, library databases, and social networking sites.

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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 Closed Thursday, July 4	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 Thursday, July 4	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 Thursday, July 4	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 Thursday, July 4
	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 Thursday, July 4	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 Thursday, July 4	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 Thursday, July 4	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 Thursday, July 4