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Upcoming Events at Willard Library |
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| Uniquely Michigan With Dianna Stampfler |
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Storyteller, historian, and author Dianna Stampfler will take viewers
on a one-of-a-kind trip through our beautiful state in her Uniquely Michigan
presentation. The virtual tour will highlight some of the more commonly known treasures, such as the Mackinac Bridge, and some of the lesser-known
wonders of the state. Stampfler, who is president of Promote Michigan, has been sharing her passion for our state for 25 years.
Tuesday, Jan. 5, 6 p.m.
Live streaming on Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and willardlibrary.org
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| Slide into Winter Reading With the Friendly Snowman |
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Take a ride with Miss Stephanie and the Friendly Snowman as they travel around
town to kick off Willard’s virtual Winter Reading Program. They will discover creative things for families to do. In addition, Miss Stephanie will recommend books, talk about Willard’s virtual programs, highlight the new Babytime Bags, and remind families to pick up January’s Story Time Grab ’n‘ Go Kits that align with Willard’s virtual programs. The kits are available while supplies last.
Wednesday, Jan. 6, 11 a.m.
Video premieres on Willard’s Facebook and YouTube channels
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| Maker Mornings with Nicole and Alisha: Gummy Fun |
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Explore the fun world of STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) with Nicole and Alisha each month. In January, learn how to make homemade gummy bears. The Story Time Grab ‘n’ Go kits include all the materials to have some gummy fun. The kits are available at either library location, while supplies last. Pick one up and follow along.
Wednesday, Jan. 13, 11 a.m.
Video premieres on Willard’s Facebook and YouTube channels
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| Peeks Into the Past: Tales of Battle Creek |
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Take a tour of Battle Creek’s past with local historians and preservationists with this new monthly program. Drawing on Willard Library’s archives and other resources, local stewards of our historic heritage will bring our city’s history to life with vintage
photographs and conversation. This month’s topic will be Battle Creek’s picturesque Irving Park.
Tuesday, Jan. 19, 7 p.m. Live streaming on Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and willardlibrary.org
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| Find Out About Your Family: Beginning Genealogy |
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Brenda Leyndyke, president of the Michigan Genealogical Council, will explain how to start researching family history. She will cover a five-step process to help viewers identify what they want to know about their families, which resources to utilize, and how to use the information they find. Leyndyke is the author of “Research in the States—Michigan” and writes an award-winning genealogy blog, “Journey to the Past.”
Tuesday, Jan. 26, 7 p.m. Live streaming on Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and willardlibrary.org
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