March into your Library!

Did you know that March is National Reading Month? It’s the perfect time to dust off your "To-Be-Read" pile, revive your reading habits, and celebrate the transformative power of a great story.

Beyond the joy of getting lost in a book, reading is a workout for your mind. Regular reading is proven to:

• Boost brain connectivity and memory.
• Expand your vocabulary and communication skills.
• Reduce stress: A University of Sussex study found just six minutes of reading can lower stress levels by 68%!
• Spark imagination and empathy.

Ready to turn the page? Try setting a reading goal for the month, creating a "reading nook" at home, or exploring a new genre with your kids.

Visit us this month! Whether you prefer the smell of a physical book, the convenience of an e-reader, or the immersion of an audiobook, we have something for you. Our librarians love playing "book matchmaker" and are ready to help you find your next favorite read.

YOUTH DEPARTMENT HIGHLIGHTS

Saturday Story Explorers

Saturday, March 21

10:15 - 11:00 am

Join us on Saturday mornings for family fun! Perfect for preschoolers and early elementary kids who are ready for longer stories and songs! Ages 3+ with a caregiver.

Pre-registration is encouraged for each child attending.

Spring Break at the Library

March 23 - 27

1:00 - 4:00 pm

Staying in town during school break? Stop by the library for fun activities from 1:00-4:00 PM all week!

Visit our website for a list of daily activities.

This is a drop-in event, no registration required.

Summer Leadership Program

Do you want to build leadership skills and give back to our community? Join our Summer Leadership Program!

You’ll gain hands-on experience supporting the Library’s Summer Reading Program while practicing teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills. It’s part volunteer work, part leadership training and all about making an impact. Open to students in grades 7-12 in Fall of 2026.

Applications available beginning April 13.

ADULT DEPARTMENT HIGHLIGHTS

Mobile Printing Update

Do you use our mobile print service?

The system was recently update and does require a password.

To see the details, or if you'd like to try this service you can get the information here.

The ABC's of DNA and Genealogy: A Layman's Approach

Thursday, March 19

6:00 - 7:00 pm

What can DNA testing tell you? What tests should I take? What does it all mean? DNA testing can be a powerful tool to wield in your genealogy toolkit. This session offers a beginner’s overview on tests, testing companies, and how you can use your results.

Presentation by professional Genealogist, Jessica Trotter. 

Registration required.

DATABASE HIGHLIGHT

Genealogy & Local History

Looking to learn about your family tree? Stop in the Library and you can access Ancestry from our in-house computers. Ancestry provides genealogy research with access to billions of historical records.

You also will have access to databases like Michigan History Magazine, History Reference Center, My Heritage, and Michigan Memories.

Looking for more local information?

We have archived issues from the South Lyon Herald going from 1929 - 2007. You may access the time frame of

1929 - 1945 from home, and the full scope of 1929 - 2007 is available to you for in-house use.

For more information and all the details, see the pages here.

Download your favorite books, audiobooks, magazines, movies, and more with our e-Media services!

Sign up or renew your Salem-South Lyon District Library card.