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Nature Journaling

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Children's Program Room at Georgetown Township Public Library
Program Type:
General Programs
Age Group:
Tweens (5th-8th Grade), Teens (9th-12th Grade), Adults
Event Details:

Many of us seek ways to better connect with nature. We want to learn its patterns and secrets, help protect its inhabitants, and gain an understanding of our place within it. Natur...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Georgetown Township Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Tweens (5th-8th Grade), Teens (9th-12th Grade), Adults
Program Type: General Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Many of us seek ways to better connect with nature. We want to learn its patterns and secrets, help protect its inhabitants, and gain an understanding of our place within it.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Local History Room Staffed

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Georgetown Township Public Library
Program Type:
General Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Local History Room Staffed Hours:

The Local History Room is staffed by members of the Jenison Historical Association and can be accessed on Wednesday from 11AM-1PM. Volunteers can help you with local history and ge...

Library Branch: Georgetown Township Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Programs

The Local History Room is staffed by members of the Jenison Historical Association and can be accessed on Wednesday from 11AM-1PM. Volunteers can help you with local history and genealogical research.  The room can be accessed by using the stairs to the lower level (past the vending machines) or the elevator in the Township Office.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Book Group: The Frozen River

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room AB at Georgetown Township Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Book Discussion Group:

Copies of the book will be available at the circulation desk while supplies last. 

Event Details:

Please join our book group! This month we will be discussing "The Frozen River" by Ariel Lawhon. We will also view the documentary "A Midwife's Tale". (60 mins)A gripping historica...

Library Branch: Georgetown Township Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Copies of the book will be available at the circulation desk while supplies last. 

Please join our book group! This month we will be discussing "The Frozen River" by Ariel Lawhon. We will also view the documentary "A Midwife's Tale". (60 mins)

This event is in the "Teens (9th-12th Grade)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Writers Group

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Conference Room at Georgetown Township Public Library
Program Type:
General Programs
Age Group:
Teens (9th-12th Grade), Adults
Event Details:

A casual setting to share your writing and receive encouragement and advice. Led by Jeremy Cook.

Library Branch: Georgetown Township Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (9th-12th Grade), Adults
Program Type: General Programs
Event Details:

A casual setting to share your writing and receive encouragement and advice. Led by Jeremy Cook.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Understanding Groundwater in Ottawa County

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB at Georgetown Township Public Library
Program Type:
General Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

If you live in the Great Lakes State, you may think that access to fresh drinking water will always be available.  New research indicates this may not necessarily be true. &nb...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Georgetown Township Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

If you live in the Great Lakes State, you may think that access to fresh drinking water will always be available.  New research indicates this may not necessarily be true.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Grab and Go Recipe Kit

All Day
Georgetown Township Public Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Want to try cooking or baking something new but aren't sure where to begin? Pick up a Grab & Go Recipe Kit from the library. Each month will feature a new recipe with the diffe...

Library Branch: Georgetown Township Public Library
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Want to try cooking or baking something new but aren't sure where to begin? Pick up a Grab & Go Recipe Kit from the library. Each month will feature a new recipe with the different herbs and spices needed for the dish.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Pins & Needles Craft Group

Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB at Georgetown Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Pins & Needles Craft Group:

Are you a crafty person? Do you have crafts that you just can't seem to get done at home? Now is your time to finish them! Bring the craft you are currently working on (or have bee...

Library Branch: Georgetown Township Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Are you a crafty person? Do you have crafts that you just can't seem to get done at home? Now is your time to finish them! Bring the craft you are currently working on (or have been waiting to start), whether it is knitting, quilting, scrapbooking, or anything else! Come and spend time socializing, and sharing crafting experience. Please bring along everything you need for your own craft. The library will provide tables and chairs. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Wild World of Foraging at Grand Ravines North County Park

Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This program meets at the Lodge at Grand Ravines North, overlooking the Grand River. Katie and Luke from IYE will teach you how to identify seasonal edible & medicinal pla...

Open
Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

This program meets at the Lodge at Grand Ravines North, overlooking the Grand River. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

GT Farmers Market

Monday, August 19, 2024 at 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Outdoor Patio at Georgetown Township Public Library
Program Type:
General Programs
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Join us each week for the Georgetown Township Farmers Market. Pick up fresh fruits & vegetables, baked goods, and artisan products and pick up dinner and dessert while you are ...

Library Branch: Georgetown Township Public Library
Room: Outdoor Patio
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: General Programs
Event Details:

Join us each week for the Georgetown Township Farmers Market. Pick up fresh fruits & vegetables, baked goods, and artisan products and pick up dinner and dessert while you are here.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If I do not want my photo used, I will contact Rob at rbristow@gtpl.org and the library will honor that request.

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Doll Party

Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Georgetown Township Public Library
Age Group:
Youth
Event Details:

You and any special doll you would like to bring are invited to a party.  We will make crafts and have some delicious treats!

Open
Required
Library Branch: Georgetown Township Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Required
Seats Remaining: 21
Event Details:

You and any special doll you would like to bring are invited to a party.  We will make crafts and have some delicious treats!

This event is in the "Teens (9th-12th Grade)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

RELAX: Alternatives to Anger

Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB at Georgetown Township Public Library
Program Type:
Speakers, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens (9th-12th Grade), Adults
Event Details:

How individuals handle their anger and stress affects the people around them.Alternatives to Anger is a four-part educational series designed to help adults, parents and caregivers...

Required
Library Branch: Georgetown Township Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Teens (9th-12th Grade), Adults
Program Type: Speakers, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

How individuals handle their anger and stress affects the people around them.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Local History Room Staffed

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Georgetown Township Public Library
Program Type:
General Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Local History Room Staffed Hours:

The Local History Room is staffed by members of the Jenison Historical Association and can be accessed on Wednesday from 11AM-1PM. Volunteers can help you with local history and ge...

Library Branch: Georgetown Township Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Programs

The Local History Room is staffed by members of the Jenison Historical Association and can be accessed on Wednesday from 11AM-1PM. Volunteers can help you with local history and genealogical research.  The room can be accessed by using the stairs to the lower level (past the vending machines) or the elevator in the Township Office.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Read, White, and Blue Book Group: An Ordinary Man"

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A at Georgetown Township Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Book Discussion Group:

Copies of the book will be available at the circulation desk while supplies last. 

Event Details:

An eye-opening work on the life of Gerald R. Ford, whose presidency arguably set the course for post-liberal America and a post-Cold War world.

Library Branch: Georgetown Township Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Copies of the book will be available at the circulation desk while supplies last. 

An eye-opening work on the life of Gerald R. Ford, whose presidency arguably set the course for post-liberal America and a post-Cold War world.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Monthly Mending Circle

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room AB at Georgetown Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Do you have garments that need repairing? We can help you! Do you know how to mend and are interested in a community time with our talented mending circle?  Join us and help u...

Library Branch: Georgetown Township Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Do you have garments that need repairing? We can help you! Do you know how to mend and are interested in a community time with our talented mending circle?  Join us and help us help others!

This event is in the "Teens (9th-12th Grade)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Writers Group

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Conference Room at Georgetown Township Public Library
Program Type:
General Programs
Age Group:
Teens (9th-12th Grade), Adults
Event Details:

A casual setting to share your writing and receive encouragement and advice. Led by Jeremy Cook.

Library Branch: Georgetown Township Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (9th-12th Grade), Adults
Program Type: General Programs
Event Details:

A casual setting to share your writing and receive encouragement and advice. Led by Jeremy Cook.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Pins & Needles Craft Group

Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB at Georgetown Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Pins & Needles Craft Group:

Are you a crafty person? Do you have crafts that you just can't seem to get done at home? Now is your time to finish them! Bring the craft you are currently working on (or have bee...

Library Branch: Georgetown Township Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Are you a crafty person? Do you have crafts that you just can't seem to get done at home? Now is your time to finish them! Bring the craft you are currently working on (or have been waiting to start), whether it is knitting, quilting, scrapbooking, or anything else! Come and spend time socializing, and sharing crafting experience. Please bring along everything you need for your own craft. The library will provide tables and chairs. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Films & Food

Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:30pm
Lower Level Program Room (Basement) at Georgetown Township Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Films & Food:

Enjoy a free movie! Bring a lunch or just enjoy some free snacks provided by the library.

Library Branch: Georgetown Township Public Library
Room: Lower Level Program Room (Basement)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie

Enjoy a free movie! Bring a lunch or just enjoy some free snacks provided by the library.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

This event is in the "Children (ages 0-4)" group.

Music & Movement

Friday, August 23, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Georgetown Township Public Library
Age Group:
Children (ages 0-4)
Event Details:

A new kind of story time! This program, geared for kids age 12 months to 5 years, offers early literacy benefits while focusing on music and movement. Perfect for kids who can't qu...

Library Branch: Georgetown Township Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children (ages 0-4)
Event Details:

A new kind of story time! This program, geared for kids age 12 months to 5 years, offers early literacy benefits while focusing on music and movement.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

GT Farmers Market

Monday, August 26, 2024 at 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Outdoor Patio at Georgetown Township Public Library
Program Type:
General Programs
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Join us each week for the Georgetown Township Farmers Market. Pick up fresh fruits & vegetables, baked goods, and artisan products and pick up dinner and dessert while you are ...

Library Branch: Georgetown Township Public Library
Room: Outdoor Patio
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: General Programs
Event Details:

Join us each week for the Georgetown Township Farmers Market. Pick up fresh fruits & vegetables, baked goods, and artisan products and pick up dinner and dessert while you are here.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If I do not want my photo used, I will contact Rob at rbristow@gtpl.org and the library will honor that request.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

4th Tuesday Adult Book Group: Sharp Objects

Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room AB at Georgetown Township Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Book Discussion Group:

Copies of the book will be available at the circulation desk while supplies last. 

Event Details:

Please join our book group! This month we will be discussing Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn. Copies of the book will be available at the circulation desk while supplies last.&...

Library Branch: Georgetown Township Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Copies of the book will be available at the circulation desk while supplies last. 

Please join our book group! This month we will be discussing Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn. 

Copies of the book will be available at the circulation desk while supplies last.

 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Local History Room Staffed

Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Georgetown Township Public Library
Program Type:
General Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Local History Room Staffed Hours:

The Local History Room is staffed by members of the Jenison Historical Association and can be accessed on Wednesday from 11AM-1PM. Volunteers can help you with local history and ge...

Library Branch: Georgetown Township Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Programs

The Local History Room is staffed by members of the Jenison Historical Association and can be accessed on Wednesday from 11AM-1PM. Volunteers can help you with local history and genealogical research.  The room can be accessed by using the stairs to the lower level (past the vending machines) or the elevator in the Township Office.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This event is in the "Teens (9th-12th Grade)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Writers Group

Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Conference Room at Georgetown Township Public Library
Program Type:
General Programs
Age Group:
Teens (9th-12th Grade), Adults
Event Details:

A casual setting to share your writing and receive encouragement and advice. Led by Jeremy Cook.

Library Branch: Georgetown Township Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (9th-12th Grade), Adults
Program Type: General Programs
Event Details:

A casual setting to share your writing and receive encouragement and advice. Led by Jeremy Cook.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cribbage Club

Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB at Georgetown Township Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join our librarian Laura to play the game of cribbage. Cribbage began in 17th-century England and has relatively few rules. Each game is about 30 minutes. Beginners will be taught ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Georgetown Township Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join our librarian Laura to play the game of cribbage. Cribbage began in 17th-century England and has relatively few rules. Each game is about 30 minutes. Beginners will be taught to play and experienced players are welcome.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Pins & Needles Craft Group

Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB at Georgetown Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Pins & Needles Craft Group:

Are you a crafty person? Do you have crafts that you just can't seem to get done at home? Now is your time to finish them! Bring the craft you are currently working on (or have bee...

Library Branch: Georgetown Township Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Are you a crafty person? Do you have crafts that you just can't seem to get done at home? Now is your time to finish them! Bring the craft you are currently working on (or have been waiting to start), whether it is knitting, quilting, scrapbooking, or anything else! Come and spend time socializing, and sharing crafting experience. Please bring along everything you need for your own craft. The library will provide tables and chairs. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.