LESLIE
Fall 2018 Events
FAMILY FUN
All ages are welcome at these family-friendly events.
Family Game Night
We're breaking out the games! Join us for a new one each month.
Wednesdays, Sept. 12, Oct. 10 & Nov. 14 * 6-7 p.m.
CADL Karaoke
Be a CADL Karaoke Star by singing family-friendly songs at the library.
Fridays, Sept. 14, Oct. 12 & Nov. 9 * 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Halloween Jingo
Play Jingo and earn prizes with Miss Joye.
Mondays, Oct. 22 & 29 * 3-3:45 p.m.
Drop-in Halloween Craft
Stop by to make a Spooktacular Halloween craft.
Thursday, Oct. 25 * 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Not So Scary Halloween Movies
Enjoy family friendly Halloween classics and popcorn (while supplies last).
Saturdays in October, Oct. 6-27 * 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Oct 6: Hotel Transylvania
Oct 13: Nightmare Before Christmas
Oct 20: Hocus Pocus
Oct 27: It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown
FOR YOUNG CHILDREN
Little Builders (Ages up to 6)
Kids will enjoy chunky building sets and other activities that encourage creativity and problem-solving.
Wednesdays, Oct. 3, Nov. 7 & Dec. 5 * 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Preschool Storytime (Ages 3-6)
Engaging Stories, songs and activities to help build early literacy skills
Thursdays, Sept. 13-Dec. 20 (skip Nov. 22) * 11:15 a.m.-12 p.m.
FOR OLDER CHILDREN & TEENS
STEAM Tuesdays (Age 5 & up)
Drop in after school for fun STEAM based activities and experiments (while supplies last).
Tuesdays, Sept. 4-Dec. 18 (skip Nov. 20) * 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Drop-in Yu-gi-oh
Bring your own cards or play with a library set.
Thursdays, Oct. 4, Nov. 1 & Dec. 6 * 4-5 p.m.
Read to Scout the Dog (Ages 5-14)
Practice your skills as you share a book with our visiting therapy dogs.
Wednesdays, Sept. 12-Dec. 19 (skip Nov. 21) * 3-3:45 p.m.
*Minecraft Game Night (Ages 8-15)
Get your game on in an after-hours event open to beginner, intermediate and advanced players. Younger children welcome with adult supervision. *Registration required at 517-589-9400 or cadl.org/events.
Tuesdays, Sept. 25, Oct. 23 & Nov. 27 * 6-7 p.m.
Drop-in LEGO Club (Age 4 & up)
Join us for a LEGO Challenge each month.
Wednesdays, Sept. 26, Oct. 24, Nov. 28 & Dec. 26 * 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Forensic Fun with MSU (Age 8 & up)
Learn about the science behind helping law enforcement solve criminal cases, plus experiment with finger printing, 'blood' spatter and more
. Presented byMSU Forensic Science and Chemistry graduate students.Due to subject matter, not recommended for young children; an adult must accompany anyone under 8.
Limited to the first 50 to arrive.
Tuesday, Oct. 16 * 6-7:30 p.m.
After School Game Hour
Stop by after school and play Nintendo video games.
Monday, Nov. 19 * 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
*Hour of Code (Ages 8-15)
It's Computer Science Education Week. Come in to learn some coding skills.
Tuesday, Dec. 4 * 6-7 p.m.
*Registration required at 517-589-9400 or cadl.org/events.
FOR ADULTS
*Personalized Technology Help
Call 517-589-9400 to
Book a Librarian for a 30-minute personalized lesson on topics such as downloading CADL's digital collections and databases, using your tablet or other digital device, researching your family tree and more.
Sit 'n Knit: Hugs for Hospice
Join us as we knit or crochet for Heartland/Hospice patients. Volunteers are always welcome!
Mondays, Sept. 10-Dec. 17 (skip Nov. 12) * 5-7 p.m.
Adult Book Discussion
Our group meets each month for lively discussion.
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nd Wednesdays * 1-2 p.m.
Sept. 12:
Last Days of Night by Graham Moore
Oct. 10:
The Marsh King's Daughter by Karen Dionne (Meet the author at CADL Haslett on Monday, Sept. 17 at 7 p.m.)
Nov. 14:
Rocket Men by Robert Kurson
WWII Sites: Memories & Memorials
The Friends of the Leslie Library host a fascinating presentation by MSU Professor Dr. Jeffrey Charnley, about the history behind World War II Sites and Memorials.
Thursday, Sept. 13 * 6-7 p.m.
*Community Conversations
Conversation helps us to better understand people's concerns and aspirations for their community, and their ideas for strengthening it. We invite you to join us for a conversation that will lead to a greater understanding of the community's common aspirations. Refreshments provided.
*Registration required at 517-589-9400 or cadl.org/events.
Tuesday, Sept. 18 * 6-7 p.m.
Monday, Oct. 8 * 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 20 * 2-3 p.m.
Family History Connections
Come in for lively discussion of family history stories, research and genealogy resources.
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th Wednesdays * 6-7 p.m.
Sept. 26: DNA Testing & Family History
Oct. 24: What's in a Name? Family Naming Patterns
Nov. 28: What Does That Say? Resources for Deciphering Writing
Dec. 26: Family Holiday Traditions
Meet Author Tobin Buhk
The Leslie Library Friends proudly present Tobin Buhk, author of True Crime Murder and Mayhem. He will share Michigan murder and crime stories, highlighting his research and local connections. Books will be available for sale and signing.
Thursday, Sept. 27 * 6-7 p.m.
Community Scanning Day
Drop in and use our equipment, software, and expertise to scan historic photos and documents. You must have an email address, cloud storage, and/or an external storage device. We are also taking donations of Ingham County-related material for CADL's Local History collection.
Tuesday, Oct. 30 * 6-7 p.m.
Meet Author Carol Van Drie
Celebrate Veterans Day with Carol Van Drie, author of Homefront Cooking: Recipes, Wit, and Wisdom from American Veterans and their Loved Ones. She'll share inspiring stories along with favorite recipes from active duty service members, veterans and family members. Books will be available for sale and signing, with proceeds benefitting veterans.
Wednesday, Nov. 7 * 6-7 p.m.
Meet Author Robert Campbell
The author of
Classic Ships of the Great Lakes will present a fascinating look at Great Lakes ships and talk about his personal experiences. Books will be available for sale and signing.
Wednesday, Nov. 14 * 10:30-11:30 a.m.