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				1 Adult Computer Class: Speak to a Geek Adult Computer Class: Speak to a Geek Adult Computer Class: Speak to a Geek 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… Small Business Market Research I Small Business Market Research I November 1, 2012 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Learn how to research your market, customers and competitors in this series on market research co-sponsored by the Grand Rapids Public Library and the Michigan Small Business and Technology Development… Reading the Great Lakes Reading the Great Lakes November 1, 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…	2 Reading the Great Lakes 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…	3 Day of the Dead/Dia de los Muertos Day of the Dead/Dia de los Muertos 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: Using the Flip-Pal Portable Scanner Adult Computer Class: Using the Flip-Pal Portable Scanner November 3, 2012 12:15 pm – 1:15 pm The Flip-Pal portable scanner has revolutionized the way that genealogists organize their research. This portable scanner can assist in scanning documents in the field. Learn more about this versatile device…
4 Adult Computer Class: Using the Flip-Pal Portable Scanner 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…	5	6	7 Day of the Dead/Dia de los Muertos Investor Education in Your Community: Mind Your Money Manners Investor Education in Your Community: Mind Your Money Manners November 7, 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…	8 Investor Education in Your Community: Mind Your Money Manners Investor Education in Your Community: Mind Your Money Manners Caregiving: Stresses, Benefits, and Where to Turn for Help Caregiving: Stresses, Benefits, and Where to Turn for Help November 8, 2012 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm Caregivers have stresses brought about by the continuing need for their caregiving services. These stresses vary from person to person in regard to the intensity of the stresses, the duration… Small Business Market Research II Small Business Market Research II November 8, 2012 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Learn how to research your market, customers and competitors in this series on market research co-sponsored by the Grand Rapids Public Library and the Michigan Small Business and Technology Development…	9	10 Small Business Market Research II Adult Computer Class: Facebook 201 Adult Computer Class: Facebook 201 November 10, 2012 11:00 am – 1:00 pm This is a more advanced class designed for those who already have an introductory knowledge of Facebook and social networking. Students will go beyond the basics of Facebook and learn…
11	12	13 Adult Computer Class: Facebook 201 Ask-the-Lawyer: Divorce and Child Custody Ask-the-Lawyer: Divorce and Child Custody November 13, 2012 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Do you have a legal question? Are you interested in finding out how the courts handle a particular topic? Here’s an opportunity to connect with a legal expert for free…	14 Ask-the-Lawyer: Divorce and Child Custody Ask-the-Lawyer: Divorce and Child Custody Adult Computer Class: Introduction to Email Adult Computer Class: Introduction to Email November 14, 2012 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm 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 web-based email accounts. … Early Childhood Essential Class: RELAX: Alternatives to Anger for Parents and Caregivers Early Childhood Essential Class: RELAX: Alternatives to Anger for Parents and Caregivers November 14, 2012 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm This workshop, taught by MSU Extension instructor Holly Tiret focuses on anger triggers for parents and caregivers and helps adult participants learn to manage their own anger in constructive ways.…	15 Early Childhood Essential Class: RELAX: Alternatives to Anger for Parents and Caregivers Early Childhood Essential Class: RELAX: Alternatives to Anger for Parents and Caregivers Early Childhood Essential Class: RELAX: Alternatives to Anger for Parents and Caregivers Friends of the West Side Library Mega Book Sale Friends of the West Side Library Mega Book Sale November 15, 2012 – November 17, 2012 The Friends of the West Side Library are hauling up lots of items from the basement for a mega three-day sale. All items are 25 cents each. Small Business Market Research III Small Business Market Research III November 15, 2012 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Learn how to research your market, customers and competitors in this series on market research co-sponsored by the Grand Rapids Public Library and the Michigan Small Business and Technology Development… The Search for Westmoreland, Lake Michigan’s Treasure Shipwreck The Search for Westmoreland, Lake Michigan’s Treasure Shipwreck November 15, 2012 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm On December 7, 1854, the Propeller Westmoreland foundered in deep water near Sleeping Bear Dunes, killing 17 of her crew and passengers. Soon after the steamer’s sinking, rumors began circulating…	16 The Search for Westmoreland, Lake Michigan’s Treasure Shipwreck Friends of the West Side Library Mega Book Sale Friends of the West Side Library Mega Book Sale November 15, 2012 – November 17, 2012 The Friends of the West Side Library are hauling up lots of items from the basement for a mega three-day sale. All items are 25 cents each.	17 Friends of the West Side Library Mega Book Sale Friends of the West Side Library Mega Book Sale Friends of the West Side Library Mega Book Sale Friends of the West Side Library Mega Book Sale November 15, 2012 – November 17, 2012 The Friends of the West Side Library are hauling up lots of items from the basement for a mega three-day sale. All items are 25 cents each. Santa’s Workshop Santa’s Workshop November 17, 2012 10:30 am – 1:00 pm After the Santa Claus Parade, stop by the Library to warm up with holiday cheer, crafts for kids ages 3 – 101, hands-on fun, holiday stories, and a visit from…
18	19 Santa’s Workshop Adult Computer Class: Digital Cameras & Your Computer Adult Computer Class: Digital Cameras & Your Computer November 19, 2012 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Digital cameras make it easier to upload videos and photos to the Internet and to have pictures developed. Basic tips on how to access digital camera files via your computer,…	20 Adult Computer Class: Digital Cameras & Your Computer Adult Computer Class: Word Processing II & Spreadsheets Adult Computer Class: Word Processing II & Spreadsheets November 20, 2012 3:00 pm – 5:00 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…	21	22	23	24
25	26	27 Adult Computer Class: Word Processing II & Spreadsheets Adult Computer Class: Blogging 101 Adult Computer Class: Blogging 101 November 27, 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 will learn about the impact of blogs on the…	28 Adult Computer Class: Blogging 101 Adult Computer Class: Blogging 101 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. The Facebook Reader’s Advisory Challenge The Facebook Reader’s Advisory Challenge November 28, 2012 9:00 am – 9:00 pm The librarians have taken over our Facebook page and they are competing to answer your toughest book-related questions! All day, readers can ask our experts to help them find what…	29 The Facebook Reader’s Advisory Challenge The Facebook Reader’s Advisory Challenge 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. Adult Computer Class: Speak to a Geek Adult Computer Class: Speak to a Geek November 29, 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, social networking sites, etc.	30 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.

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	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