FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Heather Brady, Marketing & Communications Manager - hbrady@tadl.org or 231.932.8501
(TRAVERSE CITY) - We may be getting to the end of the calendar year but there’s lots more to pack in at your library!
Friends of TADL Fall Book Sale Nov. 2 - 5
The ever-popular Friends of TADL Fall Book Sale is this weekend!
- Thurs. Nov. 2 - Hours: 6 to 8 pm FRIENDS-ONLY PREVIEW SALE
- Fri. Nov. 3 - Sale Hours: 9 am - 6 pm
- Sat. Nov. 4 - Sale Hours: 9 am - 6 pm
- Sun. Nov. 5 - Sale Hours: Noon to 4:30 pm
Upcoming Library Closures
All TADL libraries will be closed Fri. 11/10 for staff in-service training. The Main Library will close at 5 pm Wed. 11/22 and close all day for the Thanksgiving holiday Thurs. 11/23. Please see individual library websites for holiday hour details at other TADL libraries.
Shop Your Community Day 11/11
Shop downtown Sat. November 11 - participating stores will be donating a portion of their proceeds to local non-profits. We would love it if you let them know you would like to direct the donation from your sale to the Traverse Area District Library!
Children’s Weekend Programs
- Sat. 11/4 (10 am to 2 pm) & Sun. 11/5 (1 pm to 4 pm) - International Games Weekend
- Sat. 11/11 Veterans Day Card Activity 10 am - 2 pm
- Sat. 11/18 Yoga for Families, 11 am; Bookmobile in the Light Parade! 6 pm
- Sat. 11/25 STEM Kits in Youth, 10 am - 2 pm
Find our full roster of children’s events at tadl.org/events or visit tadl.org/youth
Teen Features
11/2 & 11/13 - Painting, 4:30 pm
Unleash your inner artist and discover the secrets of painting with Amy Spitzley, a local artist and author known for her stunning work at art fairs. Join her to transform your ideas into a masterpiece on a mini canvas to take home.
11/11 & 11/25, Saturday Chess Club 11 am
Looking to up your Chess game? Join our event where Luca will teach you the ropes, Aaron will bring the challenge, and snacks will keep you energized as you take on various opponents and sharpen your skills. Players rotate to play as many people as time allows.
Adult Features
- 11/5 - Books to Movies, 1 pm Thirlby Rm
- 11/11 - Free Wills for Veterans (GTLABA), Noon to 5 pm McGuire Rm
- 11/14 - We Are Still Here: a Contemporary Indigenous Perspective, 6:30 pm - Zoom Only
- 11/19 - TAHS Presents: Local Vintage Fashion, 2 pm
Author Events
- 11/9 - End of the Trail with Jim DuFresne, 6:30 pm
- 11/12 - One Man Play: Old Wilbur - Raymond Goodwin, 1 pm
- 11/17 - Midnight Write-In for National Novel Writing Month, 6 pm
Health & Wellness
- 11/3 & 11/17 - Lunchtime Tai Chi, Noon
- 11/7 - Medicare Information Session, 5:30 pm
- 11/21 - Chair Yoga, 11:30 am
McGuire Art Exhibit
Don't miss the amazing art exhibit this month - Willie Jones is an Air Force veteran and artist. The display features both aviation and portraiture!
Around the TADL neighborhood...
East Bay Branch Library
- Every Wednesday - Sing & Stomp, 11 am
- 11/7 - Adult Coloring Night, 5:30 pm
- 11/11 - Harvest Festival, Noon - 2 pm
- 11/14 - Chair Yoga, 2:30 pm
- 11/15 - Escape Room (Minecraft Theme) 5 pm (ages 9-13 - Register)
- 11/28 - Book Club, 6 pm
Kingsley Branch Library
Maker Day 11/7, 10 am - 4 pm
Drop in for making, crafting, and building fun! Challenge yourself with Lego bricks, design at our random supply station, or try some of our planned crafts! Free and open to the public. Note: Kingsley schools are closed 11/7 and we will not have a Wiggler's Storytime.
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