NEA Big Read Lakeshore

Ubuntu: I Am Because We Are
2022-09-13 - 2023-01-23 | Saugatuck Center for the Arts, 400 Culver Street, Saugatuck, MI, 49453, United States
Come to the Saugatuck Center for the Arts and experience the amazing art from the Ubuntu: I am Because We Are collection and see what it means to be a local hero.
*Please note Eventbrite requires a ticket to be made, but you DO NOT need a ticket to attend this event.

Pre-K Storytime at Dorr Township Library
2022-10-04 09:30 - 10:30 (America/Detroit) | Dorr Townhip Libary Community Room
Participate in Pre-K Storytime at Door Township Library where The Last Stop on Market Street will be one of the featured stories

Myth Crushers: The Science of Super Powers
2022-10-04 17:00 - 18:00 | Egleston Branch
Talk about what superpowers could be real, plausible, or busted. Kids will be able to use science to test theories on how these powers work. Registration required on madl.org calendar.

Superhero Movie: Lego Justice League: Gotham City Breakout
2022-10-05 13:00 - 14:00 | Holton Branch, 8776 Holton-Duck Lake Rd, Holton, MI, 49423, United States
Celebrate a hero’s journey by watching Superhero Movie: Lego Justice League: Gotham City Breakout at the Holton Branch of MADL

Myth Crushers: The Science of Super Powers
2022-10-06 15:30 - 16:30 | MI

Superhero Family Night
2022-10-08 17:00 - 18:00 | Holton Branch, 8776 Holton-Duck Lake Rd, Holton, MI, 49423, United States
Do you have a Marvel or D.C. fan in your life? Celebrate their favorite characters with a night of comics and crafts. This family event is sure to bring out your inner superhero. Registration is required on the madl.org.

Myth Crushers: The Science of Super Powers
2022-10-12 15:00 - 16:00 | North Muskegon Branch

Catch the Bus with MADL
2022-10-13 10:00 - 11:00 | Dalton Branch
Join the Dalton Branch of MADL library staff as they read the book Last Stop on Market Street by Matt de la Pena (Little Read Lakeshore). Librarians will read the book to the group before everyone gets on a MATS bus for a short ride to explore the community. Come back to the library to do a fun activity afterwards. Registration required on madl.org calendar.

Myth Crushers: The Science of Super Powers
2022-10-13 15:30 - 16:30 | Montague Branch

Library Launch Day
2022-10-14 - 2022-10-15 | MI
Come to your local library for a NEA Big Read Lakeshore book giveaway and pick up a copy of your NEA Big Read Lakeshore event calendar.

Take it, Make it Happen
2022-10-16 - 2022-10-21 | Multiple Venue
Stop in and pick up our random acts of kindness activity where kids and families can pick up ideas of what they can do to help others. This includes all 11 MADL branches.

Catch the Bus with MADL
2022-10-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Montague Branch
Join the Montague Branch of MADL library staff as they read the book Last Stop on Market Street by Matt de la Pena (Little Read Lakeshore). Librarians will read the book to the group before everyone gets on a MATS bus for a short ride to explore the community. Come back to the library to do a fun activity afterwards. Registration required on madl.org calendar.

Myth Crushers: The Science of Super Powers
2022-10-18 17:00 - 18:00 | Holton Branch, 8776 Holton-Duck Lake Rd, Holton, MI, 49423, United States

Catch the Bus with MADL
2022-10-19 15:00 - 16:00 | Norton Shores Branch
Join the Norton Shores Branch of MADL library staff as they read the book Last Stop on Market Street by Matt de la Pena (Little Read Lakeshore). Librarians will read the book to the group before everyone gets on a MATS bus for a short ride to explore the community. Come back to the library to do a fun activity afterwards. Registration required on madl.org calendar.

Greek Cuisine and Cooking Program
2022-10-19 17:00 - 18:00 | North Muskegon Branch
Eat delicious Greek food and even learn how to make some with the North Muskegon Branch of MADL

Catch the Bus with MADL
2022-10-21 10:00 - 11:00 | North Muskegon Branch
Join the North Muskegon Branch of MADL library staff as they read the book Last Stop on Market Street by Matt de la Pena (Little Read Lakeshore). Librarians will read the book to the group before everyone gets on a MATS bus for a short ride to explore the community. Come back to the library to do a fun activity afterwards. Registration required on madl.org calendar.

Myth Crushers: The Science of Super Powers
2022-10-24 17:00 | Dalton Branch

Greek Life and Culture with Dr. Stephen Maiullo
2022-10-24 17:30 - 18:30 | North Muskegon Branch
As part of the NEA Big Read Lakeshore focusing on Circe by Madeline Miller, the North Muskegon Branch of MADL is delighted to host Dr. Stephen Maiullo, Assistant Professor of Classics at Hope College. Dr. Maiullo will discuss Circe, explore what the book is about,how it is connected to other Greek classics, and how it compares to Greek culture and society. Registration is required on the MADL.org calendar.

Greek Life and Culture with Dr. Stephen Maiullo
2022-10-25 17:30 - 18:30 | Norton Shores Branch
As part of the NEA Big Read Lakeshore focusing on Circe by Madeline Miller, the Norton Shores Branch of MADL is delighted to host Dr. Stephen Maiullo, Assistant Professor of Classics at Hope College. Dr. Maiullo will discuss Circe, explore what the book is about, how it is connected to other Greek classics, and how it compares to Greek culture and society. Registration is required on the MADL.org calendar.

Myth Crushers: The Science of Super Powers
2022-10-26 17:00 - 18:00 | Muskegon Township Branch

Take & Make Activities
2022-10-31 - 2022-11-30 | Allendale District Library
In collaboration with the NEA Little and Middle Read Lakeshore, we are offering a free activity for kids and teens to take home and complete. One per child, please. Available while supplies last.
Kids: cityscape collage (inspired by the illustrations in Last Stop on Market Street by Matt de la Peña)
Teens: Greek pottery scratch art (inspired by Homer’s Odyssey)
