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					1 Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids 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 March 1, 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…	2 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 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 March 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 March 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… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids March 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… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids March 2, 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…
3 Pre-Reading Classes for Kids 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 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… Ruff Readers Ruff Readers March 4, 2013 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm West Michigan Therapy Dogs and their handlers provide an encouraging and non-judgmental environment for children to develop confidence in reading. The program is for independent readers of any age and…	5 Ruff Readers 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…	6 One Book, One City for Kids 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…	7 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 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 Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers March 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 March 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… Ruff Readers Ruff Readers March 7, 2013 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm West Michigan Therapy Dogs and their handlers provide an encouraging and non-judgmental environment for children to develop confidence in reading. The program is for independent readers of any age and…	8 Ruff Readers Ruff Readers 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 March 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 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… A Laugh in the Attic! The Playful Poetry of Shel Silverstein A Laugh in the Attic! The Playful Poetry of Shel Silverstein March 9, 2013 11:00 am – 12:00 pm During LaughFest, “Where the Sidewalk Ends” is at your very own Grand Rapids Public Library . . . but on the way make sure not to “Bump the Glump!” When… A Laugh in the Attic! The Playful Poetry of Shel Silverstein A Laugh in the Attic! The Playful Poetry of Shel Silverstein March 9, 2013 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm During LaughFest, “Where the Sidewalk Ends” is at your very own Grand Rapids Public Library . . . but on the way make sure not to “Bump the Glump!” When… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids March 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…
10 Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids 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… Titanic Adventures Titanic Adventures March 10, 2013 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm Families and children under 14 are invited to learn about one of the most deadly disasters in history, the sinking of the Titanic. Explore what it was like to sail…	11 Titanic Adventures Titanic Adventures 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… Ruff Readers Ruff Readers March 11, 2013 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm West Michigan Therapy Dogs and their handlers provide an encouraging and non-judgmental environment for children to develop confidence in reading. The program is for independent readers of any age and…	12 Ruff Readers Ruff Readers 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… A Laugh in the Attic! The Playful Poetry of Shel Silverstein A Laugh in the Attic! The Playful Poetry of Shel Silverstein March 12, 2013 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm During LaughFest, “Where the Sidewalk Ends” is at your very own Grand Rapids Public Library . . . but on the way make sure not to “Bump the Glump!” When…	13 A Laugh in the Attic! The Playful Poetry of Shel Silverstein A Laugh in the Attic! The Playful Poetry of Shel Silverstein 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… A Laugh in the Attic! The Playful Poetry of Shel Silverstein A Laugh in the Attic! The Playful Poetry of Shel Silverstein March 13, 2013 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm During LaughFest, “Where the Sidewalk Ends” is at your very own Grand Rapids Public Library . . . but on the way make sure not to “Bump the Glump!” When…	14 A Laugh in the Attic! The Playful Poetry of Shel Silverstein A Laugh in the Attic! The Playful Poetry of Shel Silverstein A Laugh in the Attic! The Playful Poetry of Shel Silverstein A Laugh in the Attic! The Playful Poetry of Shel Silverstein A Laugh in the Attic! The Playful Poetry of Shel Silverstein A Laugh in the Attic! The Playful Poetry of Shel Silverstein A Laugh in the Attic! The Playful Poetry of Shel Silverstein 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 Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers March 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… A Laugh in the Attic! The Playful Poetry of Shel Silverstein A Laugh in the Attic! The Playful Poetry of Shel Silverstein March 14, 2013 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm During LaughFest, “Where the Sidewalk Ends” is at your very own Grand Rapids Public Library . . . but on the way make sure not to “Bump the Glump!” When… Kid’s Joke Night Kid’s Joke Night March 14, 2013 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Are your kids hilarious? Then bring them down to LaughFest 2013 Kids’ Joke Night for an evening of seriously funny jokes. Young comedians will have an opportunity to get on… A Laugh in the Attic! The Playful Poetry of Shel Silverstein A Laugh in the Attic! The Playful Poetry of Shel Silverstein March 14, 2013 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm During LaughFest, “Where the Sidewalk Ends” is at your very own Grand Rapids Public Library . . . but on the way make sure not to “Bump the Glump!” When… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids March 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… Ruff Readers Ruff Readers March 14, 2013 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm West Michigan Therapy Dogs and their handlers provide an encouraging and non-judgmental environment for children to develop confidence in reading. The program is for independent readers of any age and…	15 Ruff Readers Ruff Readers 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 March 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 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… A Laugh in the Attic! The Playful Poetry of Shel Silverstein A Laugh in the Attic! The Playful Poetry of Shel Silverstein March 16, 2013 11:00 am – 12:00 pm During LaughFest, “Where the Sidewalk Ends” is at your very own Grand Rapids Public Library . . . but on the way make sure not to “Bump the Glump!” When… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids March 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… A Laugh in the Attic! The Playful Poetry of Shel Silverstein A Laugh in the Attic! The Playful Poetry of Shel Silverstein March 16, 2013 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm During LaughFest, “Where the Sidewalk Ends” is at your very own Grand Rapids Public Library . . . but on the way make sure not to “Bump the Glump!” When…
17 A Laugh in the Attic! The Playful Poetry of Shel Silverstein 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…	18 One Book, One City for Kids One Book, One City for Kids 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… Ruff Readers Ruff Readers March 18, 2013 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm West Michigan Therapy Dogs and their handlers provide an encouraging and non-judgmental environment for children to develop confidence in reading. The program is for independent readers of any age and…	19 Ruff Readers 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…	20 One Book, One City for Kids 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…	21 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 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 Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers March 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 March 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… Ruff Readers Ruff Readers March 21, 2013 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm West Michigan Therapy Dogs and their handlers provide an encouraging and non-judgmental environment for children to develop confidence in reading. The program is for independent readers of any age and…	22 Ruff Readers Ruff Readers 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 March 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 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 March 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 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 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… Ruff Readers Ruff Readers March 25, 2013 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm West Michigan Therapy Dogs and their handlers provide an encouraging and non-judgmental environment for children to develop confidence in reading. The program is for independent readers of any age and…	26 Ruff Readers 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…	27 One Book, One City for Kids 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…	28 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 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 Toddlers Pre-Reading Classes for Toddlers March 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 March 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… Ruff Readers Ruff Readers March 28, 2013 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm West Michigan Therapy Dogs and their handlers provide an encouraging and non-judgmental environment for children to develop confidence in reading. The program is for independent readers of any age and…	29 Ruff Readers Ruff Readers 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 March 29, 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…	30 Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids 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… One Book, One City for Kids Party One Book, One City for Kids Party March 30, 2013 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm It is the end of One Book, One City for Kids and it is time to celebrate! Join us for an afternoon of food, fun and family activities that explore… Pre-Reading Classes for Kids Pre-Reading Classes for Kids March 30, 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…
31 Pre-Reading Classes for Kids 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…

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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