May 212013

teen lock inFriday July 19th 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm Graubner
Teens 6th to 12th grade are invited to spend a night of fun after Library hours.  Entertainments will include a “Gamefest” Video Game Party courtesy of Joel Tacey Entertainments, Henna art courtesy of An Affair to Remember, online gaming, plus much more!  Pizza, snacks, and drinks will be served during the event.  Permission slips are required for this event.  For a copy of the permission slip click here.  To view the Lock-in rules click here.

tut10 copyWednesday July 24th 7:00 pm Graubner
Come join us as we travel back to the land and time of Ancient Egypt.  Lose yourself for an evening of education and entertainment brought to us by Cranbrook educator, Cameron Wood. View his program documenting the wonders of Ancient Egypt, ask questions and even see some real artifacts. Geared towards adults, but guaranteed fun for the whole
family; so bring your Mummy and get a good seat. No registration is required.

28186Saturday August 3rd 2:00 pm Graubner
Want to earn a FREE movie ticket?  Come join in an afternoon discussion of Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters by Rick Riordan at the Graubner Library and earn a FREE movie ticket from the Romeo Movie Theatre.  Program is limited to ages 7 – 16 and attendance to the book discussion is a requisite to getting a movie ticket.
Registration is required as there is a limit of 35 tickets.

FE69BEDCA6189B433B6CD5564C406E94_250_250Saturday May 18th 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Graubner
Enjoy the look and sounds of the American Civil War as local Confederate re-enactors demonstrate the exciting use of cannon fire. Two different cannon firings will take place behind the library. Hearing protection encouraged as this event is guaranteed to be both loud and entertaining. Feel free to ask questions and even get your picture taken with a Civil War cannon. No registration required.

jryanfenzelThursday May 16th 6:30 pm Graubner
What do a lost airplane wreck, a buried ghost town, and a renowned  WWII submarine have in common? Michigan author J. Ryan Fenzel reveals  the answer at the Graubner Library.
Fenzel will discuss his research into Michigan’s past wrecks and the  thrill of adventure when the two are combined into “what if’s” in his  novels “Allied in Chains”, “Inherit All Things”, and “Descending from  Duty”.  Books will be available for sale and signing.

FC logoThursday April 25th 6:30 pm Graubner
Based on the Foundation Center Grant Writing Program, this basic “how  to” is for those new to grant writing. Where to start, what to include  in your budget proposal, and how to know the difference will be  covered. This is a free class sponsored by the Romeo District  Library’s Cooperation Collection of the Foundation Center of New York.  Registration is requested.

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nogmoThursday May 2 6:30 pm Graubner
Zachary Schafer of nogmo4michigan.org will speak at the Graubner  Library about non-genetically modified organisms and why it matters.  This is of interest to anyone who has been reading about corporations  in American and across the globe who are changing the way food is  produced. Please join us for this free and educational program.

MH900214902Thursday April 25 6:00 pm Kezar Library

We invite you to discover the fascinating educational world of graveyards. Join us for this lecture to explore the history, mystery, beauty and mojo of graveyards. Presentation by Sacred Spaces LLC- Historical Graveyard Restoration – Co-Owners Andrea Klinken and Laura Ghedotte
www.graveyardrestoration.com