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						1 Introduction to Finding Funders Introduction to Finding Funders Introduction to Finding Funders Introduction to Finding Funders 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: Basic Internet Adult Computer Class: Basic Internet December 1, 2012 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 the Internet and will give participants… Adult Computer Class: The LDS Church Library Adult Computer Class: The LDS Church Library December 1, 2012 12:15 pm – 1:15 pm The Family History Library in Salt Lake City, Utah has the largest genealogical collection in the world. Five floors containing over 2.4 million rolls of microfilmed genealogical records; 727,000 microfiche,… Grantseeking Basics Grantseeking Basics December 1, 2012 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Join our Business Librarian for an introduction to the world of foundation fundraising. Learn various aspects of the nonprofit world, tips on how to approach a foundation for funding and…
2 Grantseeking Basics 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.	3 Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us 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: Internet Security 101 Adult Computer Class: Internet Security 101 December 3, 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 internet security from…	4 Adult Computer Class: Internet Security 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.	5 Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us 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. Using Facebook to Promote Your Business Using Facebook to Promote Your Business December 5, 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.	6 Using Facebook to Promote Your Business Using Facebook to Promote Your Business Using Facebook to Promote Your Business 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: Skype 101 Adult Computer Class: Skype 101 December 6, 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… Reading the Great Lakes Reading the Great Lakes December 6, 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…	7 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. Proposal Writing Basics Proposal Writing Basics December 7, 2012 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Join the Business Librarian for a session on proposal writing. Learn the key components of a proposal that a nonprofit foundation is looking for, and how you can make your…	8 Proposal Writing Basics Proposal Writing Basics 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: ebooks 101 Adult Computer Class: ebooks 101 December 8, 2012 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Electronic books, or ebooks, are a fast and convenient way to read. GRPL’s ebook lending service is highlighted in this class, covering the steps to install software and download ebooks…
9 Adult Computer Class: ebooks 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.	10 Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us 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: Facebook 101 Adult Computer Class: Facebook 101 December 10, 2012 11:00 am – 1:00 pm 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 like Facebook,…	11 Adult Computer Class: Facebook 101 Adult Computer Class: Facebook 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. Detroit Breakdown—Madness in Old Detroit Detroit Breakdown—Madness in Old Detroit December 11, 2012 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm D. E. Johnson, author of The Detroit Electric Scheme and Motor City Shakedown, will discuss his new book, Detroit Breakdown. In this latest book, Will Anderson and Elizabeth Hume are…	12 Detroit Breakdown—Madness in Old Detroit Detroit Breakdown—Madness in Old Detroit Detroit Breakdown—Madness in Old Detroit 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. Ask-the-Lawyer: Child Support and Friend of the Court Ask-the-Lawyer: Child Support and Friend of the Court December 12, 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.… Adult Computer Class: Introduction to Library Resources Adult Computer Class: Introduction to Library Resources December 12, 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. GRPL offers a wide-variety of electronic resources from research…	13 Adult Computer Class: Introduction to Library Resources Adult Computer Class: Introduction to Library Resources 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: Census Records Using Heritage Quest Adult Computer Class: Census Records Using Heritage Quest December 13, 2012 6:45 pm – 7:45 pm Heritage Quest is an online research site for genealogists. Searchable databases include census, various books, PERSI, Revolutionary War Pension and Bounty-Land Warrant Application Files, and the Freedman’s Bank files. This…	14 Adult Computer Class: Census Records Using Heritage Quest 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.	15 Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us 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. Small Business Research Essentials Small Business Research Essentials December 15, 2012 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Join the Business Librarian for an informative journey through the Library’s small business resources. We will cover topics such as where to find business plan outlines and samples and the…
16 Small Business Research Essentials 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.	17 Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us 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.	18 Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us 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: ebooks 101 Adult Computer Class: ebooks 101 December 18, 2012 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Electronic books, or ebooks, are a fast and convenient way to read. GRPL’s ebook lending service is highlighted in this class, covering the steps to install software and download ebooks…	19 Adult Computer Class: ebooks 101 Adult Computer Class: ebooks 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. Adult Computer Class: Google Essentials Adult Computer Class: Google Essentials December 19, 2012 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm 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 some of…	20 Adult Computer Class: Google Essentials Adult Computer Class: Google Essentials 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 December 20, 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.	21 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. Introduction to Finding Funders Introduction to Finding Funders December 21, 2012 3:00 pm – 5:00 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.	22 Introduction to Finding Funders 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.
23 Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us 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.	24 Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us 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.	25 Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us 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.	26 Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us 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.	27 Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us 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.	28 Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us 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.	29 Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us 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.
30 Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us 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.	31 Spilled Ink – The Book Club for the Rest of Us 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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	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