Join us at the Parma Branch for a special storytime for children of all ages!
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Bring your family and create a beautiful homemade luminary using mason jars, tea lights and tissue paper! Intended as a craft for families with children ages 3-15 years old. Registration required.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Create a bottle cap magnet perfect for your locker, refrigerator or any other magnetic surface! Choose a decal of your choice and use modge podge acrylic to create your very own personalized bottle cap magnet. Space is limited, so please call the branch to save your spot! Intended for ages 8-18 years old.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch throughout the month for a scavenger hunt, book displays and giveaways highlighting the books by author Shirley Hughes! Also join us for storytimes and crafts on Saturday, March 19 and Wednesday, March 30 at 12 – 2 p.m. Intended for preschool and elementary students. Open Hours: Monday: 1 – 6 p.m. Wednesday: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Friday: 1- 6 p.m. Saturday: 10:a.m. – 2 p.m.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Come create an awesome folding card by gluing popsicle sticks together, drawing a picture or writing a note! Great for Mother’s Day or any other special occasion! Registration required; intended for ages 6 – 12.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch to discuss this art form – from sonnets to rap. Bring your favorite poems or your own creations! Intended for teens and adults; refreshments provided.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch for this summer reading program! Explore the fascinating world of bats, and meet some real ones, in this fun program presented by Cranbrook Institute’s Organization for Bat Conservation. Intended for ages eight and older.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch for this summer reading program! Come learn how UV rays work and how they affect us. Create a shadow image, learn about the sunscreen and why we need it and make a bracelet that glows thanks to the sun. Registration is required; intended for ages 8 – 12.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch for this Summer Reading Program! Colors Animal Magic Show is a one-of-a-kind experience loaded with audience participation. Colors the Clown and her animal friends are sure to keep you at the edge of your seat! The animals perform silly, fun tricks and that’s what fuels the magical surprises!
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch Branch for this summer reading program! Get ready to shake the chute and move your body at Parachute Playtime! Enjoy 30 activity-filled minutes that include music, creative movement and fun, all with one colorful parachute! For kids ages 4 and younger with an adult. Registration required.
Find out more »Stop by the Parma Branch during the Parma Days village celebration for the Friends of the Library book sale! Or stop by Sept 26 – Oct. 1 during open hours. Branch Hours: Monday: 1 – 6 p.m. Wednesday: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Friday: 1 – 6 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Fall is here! Create an awesome pine cone owl and a beautiful fall leaf print. They’re perfect for display or to give as gifts. Intended for ages 6-12; registration is required.
Find out more »Read and discuss a variety of book genres at the Parma Branch! Please call the branch for this month’s book choice. Intended for teens and adults.
Find out more »Stop in at the Parma Branch, Oct. 24-29 during open hours, and search for all the items on the list! Get a Halloween treat and be entered into a drawing for a Halloween basket of goodies! Intended for children.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Help us celebrate International Games Day! Try a new board game or online game, or create a game of your own to take home! All materials provided, intended for all ages.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch for refreshments, displays and a special holiday basket drawing! Presented by the Friends of the Library.
Find out more »Enjoy a fun storytime for ages 3 – 8 at the Parma Branch!
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! We’re looking to combine our Parma and Springport Book Groups. Let’s meet to talk about how best to consolidate these two groups. Intended for teens and adults.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Join us for the first meeting of the Springport/Parma Book Club! Held at the Parma branch on Friday, Feb. 10 at 2 p.m., we will be discuss Whistling in the Graveyard by Susan Crandall. Intended for adults.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Come on in on Saturday, Feb. 18 at 11 a.m. for the Snowy Science experiment and craft. Make your very own Styrofoam Snowflake out of packing peanuts. Kids will also make a snowstorm in a jar, which will teach them about chemical reactions, density, and forces of attraction. Registration is required. Intended for children 6-12.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Stop by during the week of March 6-11, 2017 during open hours to hear stories by featured author Keven Henkes. See displays, make crafts, complete a scavenger hunt and more! Intended for children.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Springport and Parma have combined book clubs! Join us on Friday, March 10, 2017 from 2-3 p.m. Please call either the Parma or Springport Branch for the March book title. Intended for adults.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! On Wednesday, March 15, 2017 from 6-7:30 p.m. create your own piece of jewelry from a variety of beads and fasteners. Materials provided, but registration is required. Intended for teens and adults.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Celebrate National Library Week with music. Jerry Hoag and Harvey Klassen play “Down Home Country Music”. All ages welcome!
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! We will be meeting on Friday, April 14 at 2 p.m. Please call the Parma/Springport Branch to find out this month’s title. Intended for adults.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Stop in during open hours the week of April 24-29, 2017 to learn the basics of money, savings and budget. Earn some branch bucks and spend them in the branch store! Intended for children and teens.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Celebrate Money Smart Week and help your child understand the importance of saving. Join us on Wednesday, April 26 at 12 p.m. for a story and a free copy of A Dollar for Penny by Julie Glass. Intended for ages 3-6.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Gregory A. Fournier was born in Trenton, Michigan in 1948. He earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in English Language Arts and sociology from Eastern Michigan University. In addition to Terror in Ypsilanti, Fournier wrote the fiction novel Zug Island: A Detroit Riot Novel and currently maintains a weekly blog at fornology.blogspot.com. Terror in Ypsilanti abstract: “Between the summers of 1967 through 1969, before the term serial killer was coined, a predatory killer…
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Friday, May 12, 2017 from 2-3 p.m. Please call either the Parma or Springport Branch for the March book title. Intended for adults.
Find out more »Join us on the Second Friday of the month from 2-3 p.m. Please call either the Parma or Springport Branch for the May book title. Intended for adults.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Learn about energy, engineering, sustainability and more with these large-scale demonstrations. Who: Family program for all ages When: Friday, June 16 at 1 p.m.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Join Jeff W. and his magic show filled with amazing magic, hilarious visual humor and phenomenal audience interaction. Who: Family program for all ages When: Friday, June 23 at 1 p.m.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Have you ever wondered what goes bump in the night in your backyard? This after-dark themed program focuses on the adaptations and behaviors of our nocturnal neighbors. Live animals will be present. Who: Family program for all ages When: Friday, June 30 at 1 p.m.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Travel around the world and build replicas like the Pyramids of Eygpt, castles of Europe, the Great Wall of China, India’s Taj Mahal and the Eiffel Tower of Paris, with nothing but cups! Who: Hands-on family program for all ages When: Friday, July 7 at 1 p.m.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! On Friday, July 14 at 1 p.m. introduce your child to the joy of music and movement! Registration is required since space is limited. Intended for ages 5 and under. Led by Kindermusik’s Candy Sweeney.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! On Friday, July 14 at 1 p.m. create your own building and plant seeds to make your own chia house. Intended for ages 6-10. This program is part of the Build a Better World through STEM.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Does your child love to build? Let your little one hammer, dig, doze, construct and destruct on Friday, July 21 at 1 p.m. (no hard hats needed) Registration is required since space is limited. Intended for ages 5+ and families.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Every Wednesday at 12 p.m. join us for stories, crafts, and fun. Intended for ages 3-5.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Join us the second Friday of the month from 2-3 p.m. for a book discussion. Please call either the Parma or Springport Branch for this month’s book title. Intended for teens & adults.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Saturday, September 9 at 11 a.m., make your own one-of-a-kind fall wall hanging from recycled pallet wood. All materials provided but registration is required. Intended for adults. Presented by Vicki Lange
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Join us on Saturday, September 30 through Friday, October 6, during open hours for our annual book sale. Everything is $0.25! Materials for all ages. Presented by the Friends of the Parma Branch Library
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Bend it and shape it, this mummy is made to move. Friday, October 6 at 4 p.m., come by the Parma Branch to make your own movable mummy. All materials provided but registration is required. Intended for ages 5-17.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Celebrate World Peace Day with the Parma Branch. Friday, November 17 from 3-4 p.m., create a special poster to remind you of the ways that we can all promote a peaceful world. All ages welcome.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Wednesday, December 6 at 12 p.m., promote random acts of kindness by painting inspirational stones and leaving them around Jackson. All materials are provided, but registration is required. Call the Parma Branch at (517) 531-4908 to reserve your spot. Intended for ages 13+.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Join us the second Friday of the month from 2-3 p.m. for a book discussion. Please call either the Parma or Springport Branch for this month’s book title. Intended for teens & adults.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Saturday, December 9 at 11 a.m., make your own all-natural herbal hand salve. All materials are provided, but registration is required. Call the Parma Branch at (517) 531-4908 to reserve your spot. Intended for adults.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Don’t forget the birds this holiday season. On Wednesday, December 20 at 12 p.m., create a homemade birdseed ornament. All materials are provided, but registration is required. Call the Parma Branch at (517) 531-4908 to reserve your spot. All ages welcome.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Stop by the Parma Branch on Friday, December 22 from 2-4 p.m. for delicious treats and a drawing for a holiday goodie basket. All ages welcome.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Every Wednesday at 12 p.m., starting January 3, join us for stories, crafts, and fun. Intended for ages 3-5.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Presented by Marcy Brown and Julie McCourtie Saturday, January 20 at 12 p.m., make a beaded wire bookmark as a beautiful gift for yourself or a friend. All materials provided, but registration is required. Call the Parma Branch at (517) 531-4908 to reserve your spot. Intended for teens and adults.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Saturday, February 10 at 12 p.m., make your own heart string art, just in time for Valentine’s Day. All materials provided, but registration is required. Call the Parma Branch at (517) 531-4908 to reserve your spot. Intended for teens and adults.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Stop by during the month of March during open hours for displays, readings, and activities inspired by Arthur Writes a Story. Intended for kids. *This activity/event is in celebration of March is Reading Month, with a spotlight on Arthur Writes a Story by Marc Brown.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Join us on the second Friday of the month at 2 p.m. for a book discussion. Call the Parma Branch at (517) 531-4908 for this month’s title. Intended for teens and adults.
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Join us on the second Friday of the month at 2 p.m. for a book discussion. Call the Parma Branch at (517) 531-4908 for this month’s title. Intended for teens and adults.
Find out more »Get ready to get noisy and learn about sound! Explore the science behind music and sound with lots of fun, hands-on experiences. There will even be special guests from the JSO! Friday June 8 @ 2 pm – Parma (517-531-4908)
Find out more »Learn about fossils and dinosaurs with Paleo Joe. He brings casts, models and fossils to show that include a Utah Raptor foot, an Archaeopteryx, and a raptor egg. hand puppets, fuzzy feet and Pterodactyl wings encourage volunteers to come up and don the items. Learn about the new discovery in 2017 of a dinosaur in ALASKA – yes Alaska and named in honor of the Inuit. Paleo Joe will be at the following branches: Friday June 29 @ 2:00 pm…
Find out more »This show is JAM PACKED with magic, comedy, juggling, stunts, music and TONS of audience participation! Cameron will be at the following branches: Friday July 13 at 2:00pm – Parma Branch
Find out more »Get a free pencil when you complete our Back-to-School Scavenger Hunt and be entered in a drawing for a Back-to-School Goodie Basket! Intended for ages 3-12 years. Visit branch during regular open hours.
Find out more »The Parma Branch invites you to their annual big book sale during Parma Harvest Day! Books, DVDs, and CDS for all ages!
Find out more »Swing by the Parma Branch for a pumpkin decorating contest! Bring in your pumpkins already painted or decorated. Prizes in three age categories. Refreshments provided. Intended for all ages!
Find out more »Learn how to do genealogy research. Explore your family’s past using the Ancestry and HeritageQuest websites. In addition, find out about the library’s local history collection housed in the Minter-VanOrman Room. Registration Required. Call the hosting branch to reserve a spot. Saturday, Nov 10 @ 12 noon
Find out more »Warm up with these wintery snowman crafts! Make a melted snowman sensory bottle and snowman snow measuring stick. Registration is required, so please call the hosting branch to reserve a spot. Intended for kids 4 to 8 years old. Concord Branch 517-905-1379 Monday, Dec. 3rd at 4 pm Eastern Branch 517-788-4074 Thursday, Dec. 6th at 5 pm Hanover Branch 517-905-1399 Monday, Dec. 10th at 4 pm Parma Branch 517-531-4908 Wednesday, Dec. 12th at 12 pm (noon) Springport Branch 517-905-1459 Saturday, Dec. 22nd at 12 pm (noon)…
Find out more »Have a galactic time making glitter nebula slime! We’ll explore the wonders of space along the way. Registration is required, please call the hosting branch to reserve a spot. Intended for Kids Ages 6-14. Hosting Branches, Dates, & Times: Spring Arbor Branch Wednesday, January 2nd @ 11 am Carnegie Library Saturday, January 5th @ 2 pm Concord Branch Monday, January 7th @ 4 pm Parma Branch Wednesday, January 9th @ 12 pm Hanover Branch Monday, January 14th @ 4 pm…
Find out more »Join us at the Parma Branch! Join us on the 2nd Saturday of the month at 2 p.m. for a book discussion. Call the Parma Branch at (517) 531-4908 for this month’s title. Intended for teens and adults.
Find out more »Thank them – with love – for their service. Stop in and make a special valentine and we’ll see that it’s sent to local veterans groups, hospitals, and individuals! All materials provided.
Find out more »Make a colorful Easter egg or a basketful! All materials provided.
Find out more »Sounds unlikely, but it is true! This art activity is a perfect way for children to explore paints and color mixing while keeping the mess to a minimum. Children can create a finger painting masterpiece to take home, and grownups will appreciate taking the art home without the messy child.
Find out more »A Universe of Music & Stories features musical selections, captivating stories, hands-on fun with musical instruments from around the world, a short interactive poem, a hilarious musical skit, and when time permits, post-show activities. As always, live musical accompaniment will feature unique music and musical instruments from the Caribbean, Western Africa, North America, Australia, Brazil and other countries/continents. The Storytellers engage little ones as they enter, even before the actual show beings. The hands-on activities also begin immediately–during the first…
Find out more »Ron Loyd “The Bubbleman” and Gloria Loyd “The Bubblewoman” have performed their bubble magic for over 30 years. During this 45-minutes program, they use ordinary soap bubble solution to create volcano bubbles, tornado bubbles, kaleidoscope bubbles, square bubbles, merry-go-round bubbles and much more. Their program is filled with ideas to be tried at home, involves audience participation and is designed to teach children and adults the joy of exploring science by playing with the simple bubble.
Find out more »Does your child love to play in the dirt and garden? Let your little one dig, water, plant, and harvest to their hearts content at our gardening-themed sensory experience.
Find out more »Most animals on Earth, including humans, are affected by the light and dark cycle. Let’s meet Diurnal, Nocturnal, and Crepuscular animals, and discover how they’ve adapted to live during different periods of the light and dark cycle, as the Earth turns from day to night, and back again. A.R.K. Animal Encounters is a company providing education, hands-on animal encounters and presentations.
Find out more »Live Animal Presentation Exotic Zoo is an Educational Wildlife Program. They are a traveling zoo that will bring exotic animals for a hands-on learning experience. They will educate everyone on topics such as the animal’s natural habitat, diet, and more! In addition, there is a question and answer session. Lastly, everyone can see and touch the animals as the show is 80% hands-on. The Exotic Zoo Animal Show is fun and educational for all ages!
Find out more »This DIY toy helps kids understand and track the changing phases of the moon! As the cup turns, the child will see the moon change throughout the lunar phases.
Find out more »Is this plant basil, spinach, or kale? You will never forget which plant is which with these colorful painted rock markers in your garden! These markers withstand the elements and will last for seasons to come.
Find out more »Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with hands-on learning about the Nazca Lines of Peru! The Nazca Lines are mysterious and gigantic drawings made in the sands of the Nazca desert. This fun, sensory art experience will bring them to life as we learn how and why they were made. Please call the Parma Branch at 517-531-4908 to save your spot.
Find out more »Make a mini-button to celebrate the start of a new school year! Choose from a variety of designs or create a design of your own.
Find out more »Learn some basic card making skills, including using a paper trimmer, embossing envelopes, and paper punches. Make 2 cards and a nice tag to share with family and friends. To register, call the Parma Branch at 517-531-4908.
Find out more »Kids can create 3 Christmas cards to share with friends and family, using things around the house! Please call the Parma Branch at 517-531-4908 to register.
Find out more »Create authentic British Christmas Crackers! Confetti and motto will be provided for the center. If you wish to add a toy, etc. it must fit into a toilet paper roll. Call 517-531-4908 to register.
Find out more »Join us for holiday goodies and beverages hosted by the Friends of the Parma Branch! Be sure to enter our annual drawing for a Christmas basket!
Find out more »Drop by the Parma Branch anytime during the week of January 13 and learn about what makes a snowflake by making your own! This is an easy winter-themed STEM craft – it helps develop fine motor skills and teaches symmetry!
Find out more »Drop by the Parma Branch anytime during the week of January 13 and learn about what makes a snowflake by making your own! This is an easy winter-themed STEM craft – it helps develop fine motor skills and teaches symmetry!
Find out more »Drop by the Parma Branch anytime during the week of January 13 and learn about what makes a snowflake by making your own! This is an easy winter-themed STEM craft – it helps develop fine motor skills and teaches symmetry!
Find out more »Drop by the Parma Branch anytime during the week of January 13 and learn about what makes a snowflake by making your own! This is an easy winter-themed STEM craft – it helps develop fine motor skills and teaches symmetry!
Find out more »Drop by the Parma Branch anytime during the week of January 13 and learn about what makes a snowflake by making your own! This is an easy winter-themed STEM craft – it helps develop fine motor skills and teaches symmetry!
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