LIBRARY EVENTS

Area libraries are affected by the COVID-19 state of emergency and are not able to be open in the manner in which patrons are accustomed but many have services available online or are offering other options for patrons to utilize.

Chesterfield Township Library

• Online learning tools for young children up to adult learners are available with a free library card at chelibrary.org Residents may also apply for a free card at the website.

• Online streaming and download services are also available at chelibrary.org, including rbDigital, Hoopla, OverDrive/Libby and cloudLibrary for magazines, ebooks and audiobooks, TV shows, music and more.

Clinton-Macomb Public Library

• CMPL is operating in Grab & Go mode. People may enter the building to browse if they are not experiencing any symptoms of COVID-19. Masks must be worn over the nose and mouth at all times. Visits should be limited to 30 minutes or less.

Computers, meeting rooms, seating, copiers and toys are still not available.

• CMPL is offering on demand programs on Fridays. Visit cmpl.org/online-programs to access them. Programs will be available between date published until the end of April 2021.

• The library is offering various virtual events that all require registration, which can be done at cmpl. libnet.info/events. A valid email address is required to access the events.

• Teens in grades 6-12 looking for some social connection can check out the Casual After School Hangout for Teens offered from 2-6 p.m. Monday-Thursdays. Mondays will feature anime, cooking and crafts; Tuesdays will feature video games on Jackbox; Wednesdays will be a football chat along with anime and manga and Thursdays will feature karaoke and social time. Teens need to register at cmpl.org.

• CMPL is still offering usual book discussion groups and trivia nights online each month. Register for events online at cmpl. libnet.info/events or call 586-226-5000.

• The library is hosting storytime at 10 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays on their Facebook page. No registration required.

• The library purchased a subscription to Creativebug, an online craft database that includes hundreds of videos to teach people how to sew, knit, crochet, paint and craft. Residents of Clinton and Macomb townships can access the service via cmpl.org.

• Library offers Virtual CMPL, which shows the collection of educational and engaging services they offer all in one place at cmpl.org/ virtual-cmpl.

• Library staff is working remotely to answer questions. Account questions can be emailed to caredesk@cmpl.org. If there are reference questions or questions about reading recommendations, email info@ cmpl.org.

Eastpointe Public Library

• Author Paul Vachon presents “Lost Restaurants of Detroit.” He talks about some of the favorite restaurants around Detroit in this program that was filmed at the library. it is available on the website cityofeastpointe.net/library.

• Library is open for curbside service and phone reference service during regular hours. Patrons can place holds on items through the catalog or call to request materials.

• Library is open to the public. Masks must be worn and social distancing practiced. Patrons will have access to library materials, computers and copiers. Materials returned the library must be placed in the drop box.

• The library is offering virtual storytimes. Multiple storytimes and book talks for different age groups. Themes will change each week and videos will be posted on the Facebook page which is accessible from the library website, cityofeastpointe.net/ library Anyone who comments on a Facebook post will automatically be entered into a biweekly raffle. Raffle prizes are gift cards to local restaurants. Winners will be notified with a Facebook message.

• Patrons who live in Eastpointe may call the library with specific requests or a general request of a genre or author they like for librarians to make material selections. Books, movies, music and magazines are available for check out. Contact the library from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at 586-445-5096 to make a request. Eastpointe residents who do not have a library card can also contact the library.

Fraser Public Library

• Patrons may come in to browse the stacks, choose titles and have access to electronic services. Library will open at the beginning of every hour and close after 45 minutes to be thoroughly disinfected. It will then reopen at the top of the hour.

• A maximum of 12 patrons will be allowed in at one time. Each person entering will take a laminated card that will be at the entry to be sure the library does not exceed capacity. Patrons will have up to 45 minutes in the library depending on time entered. Library will close at 45 minutes past the hour, every hour to clean the heavy trafficked areas. Patrons should arrive at the top of the hour to ensure they have enough time.

• Computers will be available without reservation, but the same time constraints apply.

• Upon exiting the building patrons are asked to place their laminated card in the basket at the circulation desk to be disinfected for the next patron.

• Friends of the Library is selling face masks for $5 each at the library. Handcrafted masks in a variety of patterns and proceeds benefit the Friends of the Fraser Library so they can host programs at the library for the public.

•To check out a book or pick up a hold, call the library at 596-293-2055 from 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday Thursday or 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

• A librarian will assist patrons and staff will get requested items. When arriving at the library, remain in the car and call the library again to tell a staff member you are outside, along with your car model and which pick up spot you are parked in.

• Items will be on a cart pushed by a staff member. Allow them to step at least six feet away before getting out to get materials. Masks or face coverings must be worn at all times.

• Materials brought back to the library must be placed in the drop box before or after the staff member comes outside. Returns will not be accepted on the cart for safety reasons.

• Ms. Kristen’s Storytime Live is continuing at 2 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday on Facebook, reading chapter installments of “Anne of Green Gables.”

• The library is open for curbside pick-up Monday to Thursday from 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Patrons who wish to checkout materials should call the library (586-293-2055) to checkout over the phone and then call again when they’re in the parking lot.

• Librarians are available from 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays to answer questions regarding the library’s online databases. They are available by email at fraserlibrary@libcoop.net or live chat at Google Hangouts with the username fraserpubliclibrary@gmail.com.

Harrison Township Public Library

• Del’s Community Chair Yoga on Zoom at 7 p.m. April 6. Gentle yoga practice using chairs while enjoying the benefit of the yoga experience. Work on breathing, strengthening, stretching and being in the present moment. Registration is required in advance on the library website.

• The Great Puzzle Swap Have puzzles you would like to rehome? Looking for new puzzle to work on? Drop off gently used puzzles to the library during Library hours April 8-10 and each donation will receive a ticket for a new to you puzzle. Ticket holders can get new to them puzzles from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. April 17. All sizes of puzzles for all ages. Remaining puzzles will be available for purchase on April 19. Wear masks and practicing social distancing guidelines.

• From Kindergarten to Career: A Guide to Tutor. com at 4 p.m. April 9 Learn about the option of no cost 1 on 1 tutoring, resume and cover letter review and other online learning resources. Sign up for the date that works best for you on the library website. Brief Q and A after each presentation.

• The library is launching a new service. Starting Feb. 1 residents can request materials be delivered totheir homes. Request materials, once notified they are ready for pickup, contact the library at 586-3291261 to set up delivery time.

While pickups are not being scheduled for library returns at the moment, returns can be given to volunteers at a scheduled drop off. Deliveries cannot be left in common areas and residents of apartments and other multi dwellings should schedule deliveries for when they are home to accept them. Volunteers will not enter a home for any reason. Deliveries will be rescheduled during inclement weather for safety of materials and volunteers.

•Bedtime Stories at 7 p.m. Sundays. Tune in to the social media sites at 7 p.m. Sundays in April. A story will be aired presented by a library staff member or member of the community. Storytime video links can be accessed through Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn or viewed later on the YouTube channel.

• The library has implemented allowing residents to check out WiFi hotspots, which will provide internet access wherever needed, expanding service beyond the walls of the library. The hotspots will allow those without Internet to check it out from the library. It’s a small device that can be used to access and connect wireless enabled devices such as laptops, smartphones or tablets. They are portable and are available to borrow for 14 days and will carry a $1 a day late fee if not returned on time. Devices more than 24 hours late will be deactivated.

Register for classes where required at htlibrary.org.

MacDonald Public Library

• Growing a bean seed at 11 a.m. April 6 on Facebook Live. Registration required and can be done by calling 586-725-0273. Kits to participate can be picked up a week before the program.

• Making Piggy Banks at 11 a.m. April 7 on Facebook Live. Registration required and can be done by calling 586-725-0273. Kits to participate can be picked up a week before the program and will include a free money related picture book.

• Story time for toddlers and preschoolers will be held at 10 a.m. April 8 and 22 at Burke Park.

• Make pet toys on Faceook Live at 11 a.m. April 9 Registration is required to pick up supplies. Supply kits can be picked up a week before the event.

• Virtual storytimes are being recorded at facebook.com/MPLNewBaltimore at 10 a.m. Thursdays.

• Librarians will be monitoring Facebook and email and digital reference service will continue to be available through those platforms.

For answers to questions, email the children’s librarian at marrak@libcoop.net or the Reference Librarian at gardellm@libcoop.net.

Roseville Public Library

• Booked for the Evening ‘The End of Your Life Book Club’ by Will Schwalbe at 6 p.m. April 1 on Zoom. Meeting ID: 976 3293 9644 Welcome to join even if you haven’t read the book.

• STEM Stories: Earth Day at 6 p.m. April 5 on Facebook and Youtube. Children will learn about science, technology, engineering and math through a story and related activities.

• Food Preservation at 2 p.m. April 6 on Zoom. Virtual program will discuss the many ways to safely preserve different kids of food. Meeting ID: 910 6352 4449

• Teen Yoga at 6 p.m. April 7 on Facebook and YouTube. Yoga is good for teens to get exercise, practice mindfulness and cope with stress.

• Virtual Family Storytime at 10 a.m. Fridays on Facebook Live. Join for songs, puppets and stories April 9, 16 and 23..

• Book Bundles for children. Fill in the form that can be found on the website, social media or in the newsletter and choose up to three topics or themes and a librarian will put together five books and place them on hold for you to pick up.

• Book Match Submit a Book Match form that can be found on the website, social media or in the newsletter. More detailed responses will result in better recommendations. After finishing the form expect to receive a custom reading list within 10 business days.

• Homework Help Tutor. com offers live assistance from tutors.

• Librarians are offering chat reference on Facebook from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday at facebook. com/RosevillePublicLibraryMI. Library patrons may continue to ask questions through comments on the library’s Facebook page and via email at rsvlibrary@roseville-mi.gov.

St. Clair Shores Public Library

• The library’s youth services department is inviting children to create art using biodegradable packing peanuts. Bags available starting April 5 and will be placed under the overhang outside the main entrance doors to the library and available during library hours while supplies last.

• Spring Family Fun Kit. Families can pick up a Spring fun kit full of activities, supplies and ideas for things to do at home. Limit one per household while supplies last. Kits are free but must be reserved by emailed SCSYouth@libcoop.net or calling 586-771-9020 and will be able to be kept by the families.

Sterling Heights Public Library

• Sterling Heights Public Library will continue curbside materials service, phone service, and home delivery/outreach service on Monday – Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday from 1 to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. In addition, 24/7 digital library services are available at shpl.net. The Library will be returning to virtual programming only.

• The Library has 12 new hotspots which can be checked out for a week at a time with a library card. Hotspots can be reserved by calling 586-4462665 and pressing 3 for Adult Services or through the online catalog at shpl. net an searching for “SHL HOTSPOT.” Patrons will be notified their hotspot is ready by text, email or voicemail per their library account preference and then can pick it up via curbside service. The hotspots are packaged in protected, handheld cases. Each case includes the hotspot, a charging cable and a set of instructions.

• Residents with children and those staying home with safety concerns can take advantage of contactless deliveries of library materials to their doorstep. To utilize this service, residents can call 586-4462665 and press 4 for home delivery. A library card is required to use the service.

• To accommodate the delivery service and to ensure proper staffing levels during the pandemic, Library hours are changing for the remainder of 2020 and will be: 9:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 1-5 p.m. Friday; 9:30 a.m. -5 p.m. Saturday and 1-5 p.m. Sunday.

• Residents may call the library to place holds on items, seek help with digital services, and ask general questions by calling 586-446-2665. The library staff is also ready to receive returns of library materials in our curbside book drop as well as the book drops that are attached to the building.

• Contactless curbside pickup available. Residents can place holds by calling the library or signing into their accounts online. Once available, patrons can drive up and park in one of the designated spaces, call the library and give them your card number and the color and make of vehicle. Then unlock the trunk to have items dropped in without person to person contact.

• All electronic services will be available. Visit shpl. net/1264 to access them. If you don’t have a library card, you can now apply for one at shpl.net/1578.

• Virtual activities and storytimes will also be shared on the library’s Facebook page facebook. com/shpublib.

• Scheduled list of staffled virtual programs available at shpl.net/610.

Warren Miller Branch

The library is located at 5460 Arden in the Warren Community Center. For more information or to register where required, call 586-751-5377 or visit warrenlibrary.net.

All Macomb County libraries offer digital content to those with a library card. All offer OverDrive which gives users access to eBooks and audiobooks to download.

Warren Public Library

• Warren Public Library Friends Bookstore, 5961 Beebe Street is open, accepting donations from 9 a.m.-noon April 2, 8, 9

• Bookstore also open for sales from 9 a.m.-noon April 9.

Suburban Library Cooperative

• The Suburban Library Cooperative has launched a year long campaign ‘Libraries: Your Bridge to the World’. Each month the campaign will highlight a different library service or event, including the Virtual Library Card program, March is Reading Month, Money Smart week, local history and genealogy resources, technology resources and Summer Reading programs.

All Macomb County libraries, as part of the Suburban Library Cooperative, subscribe to RB Digital which over 100 digital magazines that can be checked out immediately. They also offer educational services through Tutor.com, which provides homework help, test preparation and term paper and resume review. Students can use their student ID number to access those services.