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March 5, 2021

"YOU SAID" | "I'm a theatre artist based in Cleveland, Ohio. A buddy of mine was one of the writers included in the February 6 readings by Purple Rose. I thought the readings were wonderful. Great writing. Great artists. What a lovely celebration of Michigan arts. Thank you for supporting them."
~Eric S.
Upcoming Highlights
Midwest Literary Walk has Gone Virtual!
Save the Date for Midwest Literary Walk
Saturday, Apr. 24 | Online | More Details Coming Soon!
We are thrilled to announce the return of Midwest Literary Walk—reimagined virtually for 2021! The award-winning panel of authors originally slated for 2020 are back and ready to engage with our community. Azar Nafisi is the critically acclaimed author of Reading Lolita in Tehran: A Memoir in Books, a long-standing number one New York Times bestseller published in thirty-two languages. Laurie Halse Anderson is a New York Times bestselling author known for tackling tough subjects with humor and sensitivity. Two of her books, Speak and Chains, were National Book Award finalists. Ross Gay is a 2015 National Book Award finalist and author of four books of poetry. His most recent work, The Book of Delights, was named one of the Best Books of 2019 by the Washington Independent Review of Books and Shelf Awareness, as well as one of the best reviewed books of 2019 by Lit Hub.
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Get Ready for Lit Walk at Serendipity Books AfterHours Book Club!
Virtual AfterHours Book Club: The Book of Delights by Ross Gay
Wednesday, Mar. 10 | 6:30–8pm | Registration Required
Calling all Crafters! Check out This makerChelsea DIY Kit!
makerChelsea: Floral Felt Hoop
Pickup Dates Mar. 15–17 | Register to reserve kit
Just in time for spring, get your creative juices flowing with this beautiful floral felt hoop that will look amazing in any area of your home. These kits are available to Chelsea District Library card holders only. One kit per household, please. Sign up while supplies last!
CDL is Excited to Welcome Alyssa Satin Capucilli!
Authors in Chelsea: Meet the Authors Live!
Tuesday, Mar. 16 | 6:30–8pm | Zoom | All Ages | Registration Required
Get ready, young readers! Alyssa Satin Capucilli, author of the classic Biscuit early reader series, is visiting Chelsea for virtual Authors in Chelsea! In addition to Biscuit, Capucilli writes the charming Katy Duck series, picture books, and now the Paddington Bear early readers. Did you know that Capucilli was once a professional dancer, and her background in dance influenced the Katy Duck books? Find out more super cool facts about Alyssa Satin Capucilli and ask her questions at Authors in Chelsea: Meet the Authors Live!
Learn Healthy Habits for Graceful Aging!
Healthy Living for Your Brain & Body
Thursday, Mar. 25 | 6:30–7:30pm | Zoom | Registration Required
"Aging Is Not Lost Youth, but a New Stage of Opportunity and Strength"
~Betty Friedan
Curious what steps you can take to optimize your health as you age? Join us for a virtual education program with the Alzheimer's Association for the latest research in the areas of nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity, and social engagement. We’ll learn about lifestyle recommendations that may help strengthen our brains and our bodies in the long run.
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Updates, Collections, and More!
Can You Give a Polar Bear a Home?
Our friend A.R. Eader found this little polar bear who needs a home. He loves to snuggle and read books. He even will bring a special book about his adventures home with you. Enter to win during the month of March!
Prize drawing will be held on April 1. One entry per day per child please. Don't forget to scan the QR code by the book drops when you are returning library materials!
Support the Friends of Chelsea District Library!
Did you know that while the Friends Used Book Sale is on COVID hiatus that you can support the Friends with Amazon Smile? If you find yourself ordering products online through Amazon, consider signing up for Amazon Smile, where .5% of eligible purchases will be donated to the Friends of Chelsea District Library!
Events This Week
Purple Rose Theatre Concert Reading
Saturday, Mar. 6 | 10:30am–12:30pm | Zoom | Registration Required

Join the Purple Rose Theatre Company as they perform a reading of David MacGregory's Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Ghost Machine.
Zoom 3–5 Hangout
Monday, Mar. 8 | 3:30–4:15pm | Zoom | Grades 3–5 | Registration Required

It's hangout time on Zoom! Kids in grades 3–5 can sign up to log in and chat with friends while doing an informal activity. This month we are writing letters to librarians! A librarian will always be present in the Zoom “room” during the program, but the kids run the show!!
Minecraft Meetup
Friday, Mar. 12 | 1–7pm | McKune Room | Registration Required

Looking for a way to meet up with friends to play Minecraft? We are now offering you access to a special library Minecraft Server to play Minecraft together. All you need is a Minecraft account! Register to receive whitelisting and the server address. Don’t have an account? A temporary login will be emailed to you for the event. Library staff will be present virtually during events.
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