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2018-2019Library Board of Trustees

Monday – Thursday: 9 AM – 9 PMFriday: 9 AM – 5 PMSaturday: 9 AM – 3 PMSunday: Closed

STARTING IN JANUARY 2019Monday – Thursday: 9 AM – 8:30 PMFriday: 9 AM – 6:30 PMSaturday: 11 AM – 5 PMSunday: 1 PM – 5 PMSundays Only (Jan 6 - May 19 & Sept 8 - Dec 29

Christmas, December 24 - 25, 2018

New Years, December 31 - Jan 1, 2019

Verna Cole, President

Tiffany Ragland, Vice-President

Peter Burkett, Secretary

Cheryl Gault, Financial Officer

Janet L. Rathburg, Trustee

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LIBRARY DIRECTOR

Rebecca Higgerson

304 South Street, Ortonville, Michigan 48462 tel (248) 627-1460 fax (248) 627-9880

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ADULT PROGRAMS

Afternoon Movie MatineeThursdaysDecember 20, January 17, February 142:00-4:00 pmAnyone ages 18 and over can come in and enjoy a free movie matinee! Popcorn and water bottles will be provided. December: Deck the Halls January: Miracles of Heaven February: Rudy

Saturday Book BuzzThird SaturdayDecember 15, 10:00-11:30 amJanuary 19, 11:00-12:00 pmFebruary 16, 11:00-12:00 pmMeet new people and make new friends! This lively book club meets on the 3rd Saturday of each month. December hours are 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. Beginning in January, the hours will change to 11:00 a.m. - noon. December: Crazy Rich Asians by Kevin Kwan January: The Story of Edgar Sawtelle by David Sawtelle February: The Space Between Us by Thrity Umrigar

Make your Own BeeswaxLotion and Lip Balm

Tuesday, December 46:30-8:00 pmAngie Foster of Garden Gate Honey Farms returns to teach us how to make homemade lip balm and a mango butter massage bar, using all natural ingredients. Enjoy making this special gift for yourself or someone else this holiday season. Limit 25 people. Please register for the class at 248-627-1462 or www.brandonlibrary.org.

Job Seeking Skills for Autism Spectrum Adults

Wednesday, December 56:30-8:00 pmIf you or someone you know is 18 or older and has Autism/Autism Spectrum Disorders, we invite you to join us for a program on the interpersonal skills of how to get and keep a job! This 90 minute informational session will introduce you to the Oakland University Center for Autism Outreach Service (OUCARES). Presenters will provide basic information on the variety of programs available to individuals and families impacted by autism while placing an emphasis on the pre-employment skills training for adults ages 18 and older. Scholarship information will also be provided.

Trans American Trail Ride Monday, December 177:00-8:00 pmOrtonville’s own Lynne Wummel, who at 18 years old, traversed the entire Appalachian Trail on foot, has now biked across the country on a nine state tour to raise money for the Sierra Club! Please join us as Lynne shares fantastic images and stories of the amazing people she met on her adventure on the TransAmerica Bicycle Trail.

Michigan Blood Drive Wednesday, December 191:00-7:00 pmGive the gift of donating blood this holiday season. If you are 17 years or older, weigh at least 110 pounds, in good health and are not currently taking antibiotics, and your last donation was on or before October 24, 2018, we would love to have you make an appointment to donate blood at our Michigan blood drive. Call 248-627-1462 or https://donate.miblood.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/109295.

Baklava: Making a Holiday Treat Thursday, December 207:00-8:30 pmJoin Patty Salter, a Brandon Township baklava expert, as she demonstrates how to make this rich, sweet Mediterranean dessert. This class is perfect for a date night or family activity. If you would like to prepare your dish as Patty demonstrates, you will need to bring the ingredients. Stop by the Adult Services Desk for the recipe.

Program dates and times are subject to change. Please check the library website for current and new programs

Lemonade for a Sore Throat?!Tuesday, January 2910:00-11:30 am and 7:00-8:30 pmPart 1 of our Natural Health Series with local Naturopathic Doctor, Gina Muzzrelli. Is your pantry full of natural remedies like cayenne pepper, garlic, cinnamon, thyme, and honey? Learn what simple home remedies we can use for sore throats, sinus congestion, cold and flu, allergies, cuts and scrapes, sore muscles, bleeding, etc. This series offers an evening and morning session for your convenience.

What is the Gut Brain ConnectionTuesday, February 2610:00-11:30 am and 7:00-8:30 pmPart 2 of our Natural Health Series with local Naturopathic Doctor, Gina Muzzrelli. Learn the benefits of prebiotics and probiotics. What bacteria are essential to stomach function, brain activity, immune system, etc. How does eating clean foods fuel the body, and are supplements necessary? This series offers an evening and morning session for your convenience.

Natural Health Series

Adult Programs cont.Make and Take a Valentine Frame

Monday, February 47:00-8:00 pmShow off your love with a make-and-take Valentine picture frame to keep for yourself or give as a gift. Maggie Adelman, of Simply Mom Co. LLC, will teach us a foolproof way to put Valentine paint transfers on picture frames for the holiday. All supplies are provided and paint is non-toxic. Limit of 25 for the class. Please register at www.brandonlibrary.org or by calling 248-627-1462.

High Times in the Dry Times Thursday, February 217:00-8:00 pmMichigan started Prohibition two years before the U.S. enacted the Volstead Act in 1919 and wound up being a pivotal player with its prolific waterways. Lois Sprengnether Keel explains how people went to extremes to secure alcohol - by any means necessary.

ADULT, COMMUNITY & TEEN PROGRAMSProgram dates and times are subject to change. Please check the library website for current and new programs

Community ProgramsGenealogy ClubSecond ThursdayDecember 13, January 10, February 146:30-8:00 pmTrace your ancestor’s unique story and your own family tree. With help from fellow sleuths, we come together and share knowledge, tips and tricks. All levels welcome, especially newbies!

Tuesday Book Lovers ClubThird TuesdayDecember 18, January 15, February 199:30-10:30 amJoin the Tuesday Book Lovers Club. This group of enthusiastic readers meets on the third Tuesday of each month from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Winter titles: December: This Year it Will be Different by Maeve Binchey January: Winter Solstice by Rosamunde Pilcher February: Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann.

Writers Group Third ThursdayJanuary 17 and February 217:00-8:00 pmDo you have dreams and aspirations of becoming a writer? Bring your current project or a notebook & pen, and join us as we share ideas, get feedback, and learn how to navigate the challenges of being a writer. Ages 16 & up.

Teen ProgramsPick A ProjectTuesdays January 8 - February 264:00-4:45 pmAre you crafty? Would you like to learn a new skill? Join us in this ongoing program and develop or discover a passion for handcrafts: Cross stitch, embroidery, and plastic canvas designs. Let your imagination go, as possibilities are unlimited. All materials will be provided.

Holiday Cross Stitch OrnamentThursday, December 64:00-4:45 pmIf you can count, you can cross-stitch! Join us in creating a holiday ornament. It’s a fun, easy way to begin the holiday season. Keep it for yourself or give it to a loved one as a gift.

Taste Test ChallengeThursday, January 104:00-5:00 pmDo you fancy yourself a food aficionado? We have a food taste test challenge for you to sink your teeth into! Join us as we put your taste buds to the test with name brands vs store brands of chips, cookies, soda pop and more. **This program may not be suitable for those with food allergies.

Jumbo Game TimeThursday, February 74:00-5:00 pmAre you ready to get Jenga with it? Join us for a super-sized showdown of larger than life Jenga and Yahtzee!

FAMILY PROGRAMSProgram dates and times are subject to change. Please check the library website for current and new programs

Family ProgramsSuper Saturday Stories & SongsFirst SaturdayDecember 1, January 5,February 211:00-11:30 amStart your Saturday off with a bang....of the cymbals and drums with Miss Fran, the leader of the band! Families will also enjoy stories, a simple craft, or group activity.

Mother/Daughter Book ClubSecond MondayDecember 10, January 14,February 115:30-6:30 pm Rediscover the joy of reading together! Join this group of enthusiastic readers as we read and discuss a variety of books. Stop by the library for your free copy as supplies last. December: Brown Girl Dreaming by Jaqueline Woodson. January: The Girl Who Drank the Moon by Kelly Barnhill. February: Walk Two Moons by Sharon Creech.

Open PlayMondays and FridaysJanuary 7 - February 2512:00-3:00 pm Open Play offers you and your child the opportunity to freely explore all the fun activities and toys that our Youth Department has to offer! Build fantastic towers with Lego and magnetic blocks. Make music with our band instruments, enjoy a puppet theater, race along the train tracks, cook a banana and steak dinner using the kitchen, and much more!

Books Before BedtimeThursdaysJanuary 10 - February 286:30-7:00 pm Put on your pajamas and bring a bedtime buddy! Children, stuffed animals, and parents will enjoy stories, songs, and “starry night” activities with Miss Fran. What better way to wind down and prepare for a great night’s sleep!

Family Book and Movie NightThird ThursdayJanuary 17 and February 146:30-8:00 pm It is time for the epic showdown: book vs. movie! Check out the book to read together, then join us for the movie on the big screen while munching on buttery popcorn. Afterwards, we will engage in a short debate and determine if the book or movie is better! January: Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCammillo February - Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl

Winter Winds Musical Performance Saturday, December 89:30-10:00 amEnjoy Christmas Carols performed by Lori Smithling’s youth band, “Winter Winds”. They will play in the youth department prior to the Amazing Clark Magic show and during the Santa Claus visit.

Amazing Clark ChristmasMagic Show & Santa! Saturday, December 810:00-11:00 amTake some time away from your holiday to-do list, and join us for Amazing Clark the Magician, who always performs a joyful and hilarious show. He keeps you on the edge of your seat with laughter and audience participation. Stay after the show for a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus and have a holiday picture taken. Sponsored by Friends of the Brandon Township Public Library

Free Holiday Bingo! Friday, December 2110:00-4:00 pmJoin us for our annual free bingo! Stop at the circulation desk and pick up your cards and chips and play anywhere in the library. Numbers are called over the PA system throughout the day and until the final prizes are claimed. What prizes, you ask?? We don’t spare any expense at The Dollar Tree and other selected stores!

Iditarod Sled Dogs Wednesday, February 136:00-8:00 pmGee...Haw...Mush! No, we are not talking about what you had for breakfast this morning! Welcome to the world of Sled-dog racing! All ages are welcome to learn about Alaska, the Iditarod and visit with a real sled-dog team courtesy of Tun-Dra Kennels.

KIDS PROGRAMSProgram dates and times are subject to change. Please check the library website for current and new programs

Calendar Mysteries Book ClubWednesday, December 54:00-4:45 pm Wanted--all young super sleuths! Help Bradley, Brian, Nate, and Lucy in solving the mystery of the lost puppy. You can share in a fun activity after the mystery is solved! Recommended for grades 2-5.

Minute to Win It Christmas EditionThursday, December 64:00-4:45 pmShake a snowman, toss an elf--these are just some of the silly games that contestants must complete in sixty seconds or less in order to win! Recommended for grades K-5.

Waterless Snowglobe and Christmas CardsThursday, December 134:00-4:45 pmWinter wonderland in the palm of your hand! Make and take home a waterless snowglobe of your own design, along with handcrafted cards for the holidays! All materials to be provided. Recommended for grades K-5.

Santa Claus meets with Special Needs ChildrenThursday, December 136:00-8:00 pmSanta & Mrs. Claus will be here for a private session for Special Needs children and their families. Enjoy a quiet, calm atmosphere to support the sensory, physical, and other developmental needs of children and their families. Each visit is 10 minutes and is assigned to each family when you call to register. If there is a time that is better for you, please let us know that when you register (by calling 248-627-1462) and we will try to accommodate everyone to the best of our ability.

KidsPrograms

Winter Youth ProgramsDAY PROGRAM TIMES AGES Monday Movement, Music, and More 11:00-11:30 am Birth-3 years

Family Book and Movie 6:30-8:00 pm Grades 2-5 Night Jan. 17, Feb. 14 & Families

Sashabaw Meadows 4:30-5:15 pm Families Storytime (In the Clubhouse)

Open Play 12:00-3:00 pm Families

Scooby Doo Club 4:00-4:45 pm 4-7 years

Thursday Preschool Pals 10:15-11:00 am 3-5 years

Tuesday Reading & Rhythm 9:30-10:00 am Birth-3 years

Crafty Science: 4:00-4:45 pm Grades K-5 The Food Experiments

Wednesday Reading & Rhythm 9:30-10:00 am Birth-3 years

Preschool Pals 10:15-11:00 am 3-5 years

Programs run for 10 weeks, beginning January 7, 2019

Mini Clay Pot ReindeerThursday, December 204:00-4:45 pmOn Dasher, on Dancer, on Comet and Cupid! Create your own cute mini-pot reindeer and fill it with goodies. All materials to be provided. Recommended for grades K-5.

Glove MonstersThursday, January 104:00-4:45 pmWondering what to do with all those leftover gloves that don’t match? How about creating an adorable monster! Bring a pair of mismatched knit gloves to the Youth Craft room and we will provide the rest of the supplies. Recommended for grades 1-5, as we will be using plastic sewing needles.

Winter Tea -The Tea Dragon SocietyThursday, January 244:00-4:45 pmBased on the bestselling book of the same name by Katie O’Neill, we will be serving tea, cookies, and sandwiches as we play games and create our own Tea Dragons using polymer clay. Recommended for grades K-5.

Sled Dog Foam CraftThursday, February 74:00-4:45 pmTails are gonna wag as you create your very own foam crafted sled dog. Don’t forget to receive points for the Iditaread Challenge and check back for date and times as Tun-Dra Outfitters and Kennels will be bringing in live sled dogs! Recommended for grades K-5.

Books Before Bedtime 6:30-7:00 pm Families

Friday Preschool Play & Learn 10:15-10:45 am 3-5 years

Movement, Music, and More 11:00-11:30 am Birth-3 years

Open Play 12:00-3:00 pm Families

Saturday Super Saturday Stories 11:00-11:30 am Families & Songs 1st Saturday of the month

Coding Crusaders 4:00-4:45 pm Grades K-5

KIDS PROGRAMSProgram dates and times are subject to change. Please check the library website for current and new programs

Sashabaw Meadows StorytimeEvery Wednesday except for 12/26 & 1/2December 5 - February 274:30-5:15 pm FREE storytime for students in 1st - 5th grade. Stories, crafts, snacks, and band instruments will be provided at the Clubhouse, located at 4359 Dogwood Blvd, Clarkston, MI 48348. There is also a well-stocked FREE library bookcase, so families can borrow books at any time.numbers, and other early learning activities. It is a great way to make new friends, too! Recommended ages 3-5.

Movement, Music and MoreMondays and FridaysJanuary 7 - February 2511:00-11:30 amCombining music, dance, and play to create a lifelong love of learning! This program is recommended for children birth-3 years.

Scooby Doo ClubMondaysJanuary 7 - February 254:00-4:45 pmRuh-roh Raggy! Jump in the Mystery Machine as we enjoy Scooby Doo stories, movies, crafts and games. Jeepers, it will be a great time! Recommended for ages 4-10.

Reading & RhythmTuesdays and WednesdaysJanuary 8 - February 279:30-10:00 amCha-cha-cha! Join us for this upbeat class where children ages birth-3 years and caregivers will enjoy stories, songs, finger plays, and playing in the band with Miss Fran!

Crafty Science: The Food ExperimentsTuesdaysJanuary 8 - February 264:00-4:45 pmHave you ever been told not to play with your food? Don’t worry, we want you to play with these edible experiments! Have fun creating crazy culinary concoctions and crafts. Please let staff know if your child has any food allergies. Recommended for grades K-5.

Preschool PalsWednesdays and ThursdaysJanuary 9 - February 2810:15-11:00 amWhat do Peppa Pig, Bob the Builder, Doc McStuffins, Paw Patrol, and Curious George have in common? They are characters waiting to be shared with our Brandon Township preschoolers in stories, songs, and simple crafts! Recommended for ages 3-5.

Coding CrusadersWednesdayJanuary 9 - February 274:00-4:45 pmCreate cool characters, program robots, and use your imagination to learn basic coding through these fun and exciting STEM projects and crafts! Recommended for grades K-5.

Preschool Play & LearnFridaysJanuary 11 - February 2210:15-10:45 amDo you like to play? Do you like to learn? Then join us for this exciting program! Miss Fran, Miss Robin, and Miss Mary take turns leading the class in games and activities that revolve around sorting, colors, alphabet, shapes, numbers, and other early learning activities. It is a great way to make new friends, too! Recommended for ages 3-5.

Ongoing ProgramsAll programs are FREE and registration begins now. Registration is recommended, as space is limited.

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As we look back over 2018, we are grateful for the opportunity to provide new content, entertaining programs, and enhanced services to our community. But we aren’t stopping there—we have many exciting plans for 2019! For example, we pored over your comments from the Strategic Plan survey and as a result we are making the following changes to our library hours:

• Sunday 1:00-5:00 p.m. (Jan 6- May 19 and Sep 8 - Dec 29) -- We will provide these hours through 2019 and then review our door count numbers to determine whether or not to extend them into 2020.

• Friday 9:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. -- Many of you asked for later hours so you can pop in after work for books or DVDs for the weekend.

• Saturday 11 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. – Our door count shows that we get very little foot traffic before 11:00 a.m. AND many of you asked for later hours.

• Monday-Thursday 9:00 a.m.- 8:30 p.m. Many of you suggested we are open too late, so we shaved off a halfhour which will still allow us to have evening programs and community meetings.

Another enhanced service we are happy to introduce is automatic renewal. Your Brandon Library materials will automatically renew up to two times UNLESS an item has another patron hold on it OR if there is a problem on your account. Items borrowed through MeL will not automatically renew. We also decided to level the playing field, so all OVERDUE fines will be waived as of December 1, 2018.

Happy Holidays from all of us at Brandon Library to you and yours!

– Rebecca 248-627-1474rhiggerson@brandonlibrary.org

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FROM THE DIRECTOR

Hello Friends!

“What in the world would we do without our libraries?” – Katherine Hepburn

That is my favorite library quote; it is so true and succinct.Public libraries are an incredibly important community resource. Everybody knows they are the place to go to borrow books and audio/visual material. Do you know libraries serve their communities in many other important ways? For example, libraries provide free educational resources. They help support those in need. They help boost local economies. Libraries help preserve history and truth. Libraries help connect communities. These are just a few examples of how libraries serve their community.

At the Brandon Township Friends of the Library we are volunteering our time, energy, and talents towards extending our Library’s capacity to serve Brandon Township. We do this through gifts of money, which we earn from book sales and other activities. Please join us in our efforts. I invite you to become an FOL member and a Brandon Township Library advocate!

Thank you, Tom Roberts, FOL President

2018 Friends of the Library Officers:Tom Roberts, President

Margaret Crockett, Treasurer

Starr Toth, Secretary