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

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

Book Discussion: Circe
2022-10-20 17:00 - 18:00 | Dorr Townhip Libary Community Room
Join the Dorr Township Library Book Club in discussing Circe!

Superhero Drawing Program with Corinne Roberts (Online & Adults Only)
2022-10-20 18:00 - 19:00 | MI
Use basic shapes and simple line techniques to create classic superheros or even your ownNo prior drawing experience is needed. All you need is paper, a pencil, and an eraser. Registration required on the madl.org

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.

Rug Weaving Session 1 A
2022-10-22 08:00 - 12:00 | Herrick District Library 300 S River Ave, Holland, MI 49423
In session 1, participants will learn how to make strips, warp a loom, twine, and turn corners. Participants will be able to borrow a loom to continue working on their rug for 4 weeks.This project requires 10-12 pairs of old jeans per rug. We will have materials to get you started and then participants will be responsible for their own materials. This event is presented by Melissa Huisman

The Lightning Thief Discussion
2022-10-22 10:00 - 11:00 | Dorr Townhip Libary Community Room
Are you a fan of The Lighting Thief movies? If so join the Dorr Township Library for their Junior Book Club, where the book this time is The Lighting Thief!

Rug Weaving Session 1 B
2022-10-22 12:30 - 16:30 | Herrick District Library 300 S River Ave, Holland, MI 49423
In session 1, participants will learn how to make strips, warp a loom, twine, and turn corners. Participants will be able to borrow a loom to continue working on their rug for 4 weeks. This project requires 10-12 pairs of old jeans per rug. We will have materials to get you started and then participants will be responsible for their own materials. This event is presented by Melissa Huisman.

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.

Holton Branch Book Discussion
2022-10-25 17:00 - 18:00 | Holton Branch, 8776 Holton-Duck Lake Rd, Holton, MI, 49423, United States
Join the Holton Branch Library for a book discussion on Circe

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.

Dalton Branch Book Discussion
2022-10-26 17:00 - 18:00 | Dalton Branch
Join the Dalton Branch for a book discussion on Circe

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

Thor Movie Showing
2022-10-27 17:00 - 18:00 | North Muskegon Branch
Come watch Thor at the library and discuss what it means to be a hero.

Thor Movie Showing
2022-10-27 17:30 - 18:30 | Montague Branch

North Branch Book Club: Circe
2022-10-31 - 2022-11-30 | Herrick District Library – North Branch
Every month the North Branch will picks a book for the community of readers to read together and talk about. The goal is to pick a plethora of books from a wide variety of genres and authors. This month, in collaboration with Big Read, our book is Circe by Madeline Miller. Feel free to stop in and check it out or loock at some similar reads.

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)

Mythology Trivia Night
2022-11-01 17:00 - 19:00 | Herrick District Library – North Branch
Do you think you that you can outwit Daedalus, creator of the labyrinth? Do you think you know more about the Greek gods and goddesses than anyone else in the Holland area? Come participate in a Greek mythology themed trivia night at the North Branch and see which of you is worthy to ascend to Mount Olympus and who will fall short of reaching its peak! Register as a group of up to 4 or as an individual and be assigned to a team. Beverages will be provided; contestants will be able to bring their own snacks. Registration is required.

2022 Kickoff with Dr. Stephen Maiullo
2022-11-01 18:00 - 19:30 | Hope College Maas Auditorium 264 Columbia Ave Holland, MI 49423

Book Club: Circe
2022-11-02 17:00 - 18:00 | Book Nook and Java Shop

Norton Shores Branch Book Discussion
2022-11-03 09:30 - 10:30 | Norton Shores Branch
Join the Norton Shores Branch for a Book Discussion

Thor Movie Showing
2022-11-03 12:00 - 13:00 | Library for the Blind and Visually Disabled

Animal Heroes of Conservation
2022-11-03 17:00 - 18:00 | Outdoor Discovery Center 5675 142nd Ave. Holland, MI 49423
Heroes can be everywhere we look, even animal heroes! Meet some of our animal heroes from stories of conservation and learn about the difficult journeys they have had to endure. We will be able to see these live animals up close and learn how we can start to be conservation heroes ourselves! Registration is not required, but appreciated.

Superhero Family Night
2022-11-03 17:00 - 18:00 | Montague Branch
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

Gary Byker Memorial Library of Hudsonville Book Discussion
2022-11-03 18:00 - 19:30 | Gary Byker Memorial Library of Hudsonville
Join the Gary Byker Memorial Library of Hudsonville for a book discussoin on Circe

George O'Connor Graphic Novel Author Event
2022-11-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Winants Auditorium, Graves Hall, Hope College, 263 College Avenue, Holland, MI, 49423, United States
George O’Connor is an author, illustrator and cartoonist. Above all, George is a Greek mythology buff and a classic superhero comics fan, and he’s out to remind us how much our pantheon of superheroes (Superman, Batman, the X-Men, etc) owes to mankind’s original superheroes: the Greek pantheon. Now he has brought his attention to OLYMPIANS, an ongoing series retelling the classic Greek myths in comics form. https://www.georgeoconnorbooks.com/

Striketime Dance Theater: Last Stop on Market Street
2022-11-05 09:00 - 10:00 | Herrick District Library 300 S River Ave, Holland, MI 49423
Watch Striketime Dance Theater move and bend as they put on a wonderful performance inspired by Last Stop on Market Street

Teen Mythology Trivia
2022-11-05 13:00 - 15:00 | Herrick District Library 300 S River Ave, Holland, MI 49423
Have you ever wished you could attend Camp Half-Blood? Do you know all there is to know about Greek heroes and monsters? Do you think you know more about the Percy Jackson books than anyone else? Come to the library and test your knowledge against your fellow fans and see who knows the most! Grab your friends and get ready to play (team size 4 – 6). Beverages and snacks will be provided.
