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   Sunday, August 01, 2010
4:00 PM
Teen Reading Logs Due Today!
Event Location:
Contact:    



   Monday, August 02, 2010
6:00 PM- 8:00 PM
Make Waves Domino Rally
Event Location: Children's Room
Contact: Erin Marsh   685-8024
emarsh@ransomlibrary.org
Bring a set of dominoes and we'll work together to make a huge falling sculpture! We'll film it and put it on youtube. Ages 10-18, please. Registration required.


2:30 PM- 3:30 PM
Reserved for Tutoring - Bowman, S.
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    
This is a private reservation of the Burchfield Room. It is not a library event.


   Tuesday, August 03, 2010
6:30 PM- 8:30 PM
Teen Poetry Workshop
Event Location: Burchfield Room/Children's Room
Contact: Erin Marsh   685-8024
emarsh@ransomlibrary.org
Alma College Writer-in-Residence will help teen writers explore language and improve their poetry writing skills. CLASS IS FULL.


6:30 PM- 8:30 PM
Girl Scouts
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    
This is a private reservation of the Burchfield Room. It is not a library event.


   Wednesday, August 04, 2010
10:30 AM- 11:30 AM
Story Time
Event Location: Children's Room
Contact: Erin Marsh   685-8024
emarsh@ransomlibrary.org

Stories, songs, rhymes and fun for kids age 1-6.




2:30 PM- 3:30 PM
Reserved for Tutoring - Bowman, S.
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    
This is a private reservation of the Burchfield Room. It is not a library event.


   Thursday, August 05, 2010
10:00 AM- 4:00 PM
Taste of the Arts
Event Location: Burchfield Room/Children's Room
Contact:    

Art classes for kids and teens, sponsored by the Plainwell Arts Council and Ransom District Library. Registration closes June 4.




6:00 PM- 8:00 PM
Pool Party
Event Location: Plainwell Middle School Pool
Contact: Erin Marsh   685-8024
emarsh@ransomlibrary.org
Join us for a wet and wild wrap-up! We'll dive for "treasure, play water volley ball, and have silly relay races that will get everyone laughing! Wear goggles if you have them. Independent swimmers age 6-16 only. (Lifeguarding provided by pool staff.) Registration required.


   Monday, August 09, 2010
2:30 PM- 3:30 PM
Reserved for Tutoring - Bowman, S.
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    
This is a private reservation of the Burchfield Room. It is not a library event.


7:00 PM- 9:00 PM
Coping with Loss Meeting
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    
"Coping with Loss," is a free support group for those who have
lost a companion, meets the second and fourth Monday of
each month at 7 PM. This is a private reservation of the Burchfield Room but open to the public.



   Tuesday, August 10, 2010
7:00 PM- 8:00 PM
Ransom Book Discussion
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    
Join us the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM.
  
 



   Wednesday, August 11, 2010
10:30 AM- 11:30 AM
Last StoryTime of the Summer!
Event Location: Library Front Yard
Contact: Erin Marsh   685-8024
emarsh@ransomlibrary.org
We're going to get wet to finish off the summer--wear your bathing suits today!


2:30 PM- 3:30 PM
Reserved for Tutoring - Bowman, S.
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    
This is a private reservation of the Burchfield Room. It is not a library event.


7:00 PM- 9:00 PM
Wonderful World of Word
Event Location: Internet Computers
Contact:    
Students will learn basic functions and features of  Word. Basic keyboarding skills are required. Please register for the class.  


   Thursday, August 12, 2010
7:00 PM- 8:00 PM
Ransom Writers
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    
Second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m.


   Monday, August 16, 2010
2:30 PM- 3:30 PM
Reserved for Tutoring - Bowman, S.
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    
This is a private reservation of the Burchfield Room. It is not a library event.


   Wednesday, August 18, 2010
7:00 PM- 9:00 PM
Canning Program
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact: Julie Stout   
jstout@ransomlibrary.org
Patrons will learn the basics of safe home canning.


2:30 PM- 3:30 PM
Reserved for Tutoring - Bowman, S.
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    
This is a private reservation of the Burchfield Room. It is not a library event.


   Thursday, August 19, 2010
4:00 PM- 5:00 PM
Community Corps CANCELLED
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact: Erin Marsh   685-8024
emarsh@ransomlibrary.org

No meeting this month--Erin is on vacation. Next meeting: September 16.




6:30 PM- 8:00 PM
Surviving Middle School: A Crash Course - Interpersonal Relations
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    
Interpersonal Relations: Aug. 19
In elementary school there are about 75 kids in your grade. In middle school, that jumps to 225! How do you make new friends? How can you tell who to trust? What do you do about members of the opposite sex who are all of a sudden interested in you (and you’re interested in them!)? Our panel of middle school and high school students will share their experiences and talk about how you can make friendships flourish in this strange new world.



   Saturday, August 21, 2010
7:00 PM- 9:00 PM
Library Board Meeting
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    



   Monday, August 23, 2010
7:00 PM- 8:30 PM
Teen Writer's Group
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact: Erin Marsh   685-8024
emarsh@ransomlibrary.org

Meets one week later this month




3:00 PM- 4:00 PM
Video Game Swap
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact: Erin Marsh   685-8024
emarsh@ransomlibrary.org
Registration required

Eliminate the end of summer blahs with some new game action!

Sign up for our swap meet today! You can register with us by phone or in person; all we need to know is your name, which game system(s) you use, and how many games you will bring to trade. At the event we will match you up with other people who use the same system and you can make your trades. If this program is well-attended we will make it a regular event!




7:00 PM- 9:00 PM
Coping with Loss Meeting
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    
"Coping with Loss," is a free support group for those who have
lost a companion, meets the second and fourth Monday of
each month at 7 PM. This is a private reservation of the Burchfield Room but open to the public.



   Tuesday, August 24, 2010
6:30 PM- 8:30 PM
Reserved for West MI Investors
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    
This is a private reservation of the Burchfield Room. This is not a library event.


   Wednesday, August 25, 2010
2:30 PM- 3:30 PM
Reserved for Tutoring - Bowman, S.
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    
This is a private reservation of the Burchfield Room. It is not a library event.


7:00 PM- 9:00 PM
Wonderful World of Word
Event Location: Internet Computers
Contact:    
Students will learn basic functions and features of  Word. Basic keyboarding skills are required. Please register for the class.  


   Thursday, August 26, 2010
6:30 PM- 8:00 PM
Surviving Middle School: A Crash Course - Staying Organized
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    

I Have How Many Classes?! Staying Organized From 1st Hour Until June: Aug. 26

There are many methods for staying organized, and each person needs to find his/her own. However, a California guidance counselor has developed a simple method that may be just right for you. Learn what it is and how it works in this session.



   Monday, August 30, 2010
6:30 PM
Family Feud - Fundraising Events for Keep Your Arts Alive!
Event Location:
Contact:    
Donate $10 and the whole family to play the classic game show! We will play the PC version, set up on a projection screen. There will be snacks and door prizes throughout the evening, and the champions will win a Barnes and Noble gift card. Families may play in rounds or placing answers on paper, depending on the number of participants. Details available at the library.


2:30 PM- 3:30 PM
Reserved for Tutoring - Bowman, S.
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    
This is a private reservation of the Burchfield Room. It is not a library event.


   Thursday, September 02, 2010
6:30 PM- 8:00 PM
Surviving Middle School: A Crash Course - Facebook
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    

Facebook Perks and Pitfalls: Sept. 2

Find out when you can legitimately get a Facebook account, how to check your settings, and why it can be a great tool and a vicious enemy.  This will be informative for parents, too!



2:30 PM- 3:30 PM
Reserved for Tutoring - Bowman, S.
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    
This is a private reservation of the Burchfield Room. It is not a library event.


   Thursday, September 09, 2010
2:30 PM
MelCat for Home School Families
Event Location: 8 Library Computers
Contact:    
The Michigan Electronic Library Catalog (MelCat) is a wonderful tool, allowing home school families to access materials from all over the state. Sign up to learn more about how to use this valuable resource to your advantage. Basic knowledge of internet navigation is helpful. Limit 8 participants (on the 8 library computers.)


   Monday, September 13, 2010
3:00 PM- 4:00 PM
Fun Mondays for Teens
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact: Erin Marsh   685-8024
emarsh@ransomlibrary.org
New this fall: Fun Mondays for Teens  
Through Nov. 15 @ 3 p.m. Registration required
   
Come hang out at the ‘brary after school. We’ll feed you and provide a different fun activity (crafts, games, movies, etc.) every week. This group is limited to 12 participants. You must be in grades 6-9 to participate.



7:00 PM- 9:00 PM
Coping with Loss Meeting
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    
"Coping with Loss," is a free support group for those who have
lost a companion, meets the second and fourth Monday of
each month at 7 PM. This is a private reservation of the Burchfield Room but open to the public.



   Tuesday, September 14, 2010
7:00 PM- 8:00 PM
Ransom Book Discussion
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    
Join us the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM.
  
 



   Thursday, September 16, 2010
7:00 PM- 9:00 PM
Lost on the Lady Elgin: 150th Anniversary
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact: Julie Stout    
jstout@ransomlibrary.org
Valerie Van Heest, an award-winning author, exhibit designer and member of the Women Divers Hall of Fame, takes the audience back in time to the worst accident on the open waters of the Great Lakes.


4:00 PM- 5:00 PM
Community Corps
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact: Erin Marsh   685-8024
emarsh@ransomlibrary.org
Complete your community service hours at the library! This monthly meeting will give you the inside scoop on volunteer projects.


7:00 PM- 8:00 PM
Ransom Writers
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    
Second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m.


7:00 PM- 9:00 PM
Intro To Computers/Senior Computer Class
Event Location: Internet Computers
Contact:    
Students will start with computer terms and concepts, followed by an introduction to the Internet.


   Saturday, September 18, 2010
10:00 AM- 3:00 PM
Friends Book Sale
Event Location:
Contact:    
This sale wil be held in the library.


   Monday, September 20, 2010
7:00 PM- 8:30 PM
Teen Writer's Group
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact: Erin Marsh   685-8024
emarsh@ransomlibrary.org
Meets the 3rd Monday of each month.


3:00 PM- 4:00 PM
Fun Mondays for Teens
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact: Erin Marsh   685-8024
emarsh@ransomlibrary.org
New this fall: Fun Mondays for Teens  
Through Nov. 15 @ 3 p.m. Registration required
   
Come hang out at the ‘brary after school. We’ll feed you and provide a different fun activity (crafts, games, movies, etc.) every week. This group is limited to 12 participants. You must be in grades 6-9 to participate.



   Wednesday, September 22, 2010
10:30 AM
American Sign Language (ASL)
Event Location: Children's Area
Contact: Erin Marsh   685-8024
emarsh@ransomlibrary.org
Learn signs for your favorite animals!
 
ASL Advocates, a non-profit organization, is helping to promote awareness of American Sign Language and deaf culture. During this program, children will be introduced to sign language and learn several animal signs. The children will then use the signs with ASL Advocates to sing "Old McDonald", play a matching game with animal pictures, and a game of animal bingo. There will also be handouts to take home!



   Thursday, September 23, 2010
7:00 PM- 9:00 PM
Intro to Computers/Senior Computer Class
Event Location: Internet computers
Contact:    
Learn the basics of computers in this free library class. Registration required.


   Monday, September 27, 2010
3:00 PM- 4:00 PM
Fun Mondays for Teens
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact: Erin Marsh   685-8024
emarsh@ransomlibrary.org
New this fall: Fun Mondays for Teens  
Through Nov. 15 @ 3 p.m. Registration required
   
Come hang out at the ‘brary after school. We’ll feed you and provide a different fun activity (crafts, games, movies, etc.) every week. This group is limited to 12 participants. You must be in grades 6-9 to participate.



6:00 PM
American Sign Language (ASL)
Event Location: Children's Area
Contact: Erin Marsh   685-8024
emarsh@ransomlibrary.org
Learn signs for your favorite animals!
 
ASL Advocates, a non-profit organization, is helping to promote awareness of American Sign Language and deaf culture. During this program, children will be introduced to sign language and learn several animal signs. The children will then use the signs with ASL Advocates to sing "Old McDonald", play a matching game with animal pictures, and a game of animal bingo. There will also be handouts to take home!



7:00 PM- 9:00 PM
Coping with Loss Meeting
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    
"Coping with Loss," is a free support group for those who have
lost a companion, meets the second and fourth Monday of
each month at 7 PM. This is a private reservation of the Burchfield Room but open to the public.



   Thursday, September 30, 2010
7:00 PM- 9:00 PM
Intro to Computers/Senior Computer Class
Event Location: Internet computers
Contact:    
Learn the basics of computers in this free library class. Registration required.


   Monday, October 04, 2010
3:00 PM- 4:00 PM
Fun Mondays for Teens
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact: Erin Marsh   685-8024
emarsh@ransomlibrary.org
New this fall: Fun Mondays for Teens  
Through Nov. 15 @ 3 p.m. Registration required
   
Come hang out at the ‘brary after school. We’ll feed you and provide a different fun activity (crafts, games, movies, etc.) every week. This group is limited to 12 participants. You must be in grades 6-9 to participate.



   Monday, October 11, 2010
3:00 PM- 4:00 PM
Fun Mondays for Teens
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact: Erin Marsh   685-8024
emarsh@ransomlibrary.org
New this fall: Fun Mondays for Teens  
Through Nov. 15 @ 3 p.m. Registration required
   
Come hang out at the ‘brary after school. We’ll feed you and provide a different fun activity (crafts, games, movies, etc.) every week. This group is limited to 12 participants. You must be in grades 6-9 to participate.



7:00 PM- 9:00 PM
Coping with Loss Meeting
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    
"Coping with Loss," is a free support group for those who have
lost a companion, meets the second and fourth Monday of
each month at 7 PM. This is a private reservation of the Burchfield Room but open to the public.



   Tuesday, October 12, 2010
7:00 PM- 8:00 PM
Ransom Book Discussion
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    
Join us the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM.
  
 



   Thursday, October 14, 2010
7:00 PM- 8:30 PM
Teen Writer's Group
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact: Erin Marsh   685-8024
emarsh@ransomlibrary.org

Meets the 3rd Monday of each month.




   Monday, October 18, 2010
3:00 PM- 4:00 PM
Fun Mondays for Teens
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact: Erin Marsh   685-8024
emarsh@ransomlibrary.org
New this fall: Fun Mondays for Teens  
Through Nov. 15 @ 3 p.m. Registration required
   
Come hang out at the ‘brary after school. We’ll feed you and provide a different fun activity (crafts, games, movies, etc.) every week. This group is limited to 12 participants. You must be in grades 6-9 to participate.



   Tuesday, October 19, 2010
7:00 PM- 9:00 PM
Library Board Meeting
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    



   Thursday, October 21, 2010
7:00 PM- 9:00 PM
Acupuncture Program -Seth Jones
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    
Library event. More details coming soon.


   Monday, October 25, 2010
3:00 PM- 4:00 PM
Fun Mondays for Teens
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact: Erin Marsh   685-8024
emarsh@ransomlibrary.org
New this fall: Fun Mondays for Teens  
Through Nov. 15 @ 3 p.m. Registration required
   
Come hang out at the ‘brary after school. We’ll feed you and provide a different fun activity (crafts, games, movies, etc.) every week. This group is limited to 12 participants. You must be in grades 6-9 to participate.



7:00 PM- 9:00 PM
Coping with Loss Meeting
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    
"Coping with Loss," is a free support group for those who have
lost a companion, meets the second and fourth Monday of
each month at 7 PM. This is a private reservation of the Burchfield Room but open to the public.



   Thursday, October 28, 2010
7:00 PM- 9:00 PM
Michigan Haunted Travels Program
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    
Join us for a spooky night of scary tales. Library event. More details coming
soon!



   Monday, November 01, 2010
3:00 PM- 4:00 PM
Fun Mondays for Teens
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact: Erin Marsh   685-8024
emarsh@ransomlibrary.org
New this fall: Fun Mondays for Teens  
Through Nov. 15 @ 3 p.m. Registration required
   
Come hang out at the ‘brary after school. We’ll feed you and provide a different fun activity (crafts, games, movies, etc.) every week. This group is limited to 12 participants. You must be in grades 6-9 to participate.



   Monday, November 08, 2010
3:00 PM- 4:00 PM
Fun Mondays for Teens
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact: Erin Marsh   685-8024
emarsh@ransomlibrary.org
New this fall: Fun Mondays for Teens  
Through Nov. 15 @ 3 p.m. Registration required
   
Come hang out at the ‘brary after school. We’ll feed you and provide a different fun activity (crafts, games, movies, etc.) every week. This group is limited to 12 participants. You must be in grades 6-9 to participate.



7:00 PM- 9:00 PM
Coping with Loss Meeting
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    
"Coping with Loss," is a free support group for those who have
lost a companion, meets the second and fourth Monday of
each month at 7 PM. This is a private reservation of the Burchfield Room but open to the public.



   Tuesday, November 09, 2010
7:00 PM- 8:00 PM
Ransom Book Discussion
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    
Join us the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM.
  
 



   Thursday, November 11, 2010
7:00 PM- 8:00 PM
Ransom Writers
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    
Second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m.


6:15 PM- 9:00 PM
Nancy Makin "703"
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    
Library event. More information coming soon!


   Monday, November 15, 2010
3:00 PM- 4:00 PM
Fun Mondays for Teens
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact: Erin Marsh   685-8024
emarsh@ransomlibrary.org
New this fall: Fun Mondays for Teens  
Through Nov. 15 @ 3 p.m. Registration required
   
Come hang out at the ‘brary after school. We’ll feed you and provide a different fun activity (crafts, games, movies, etc.) every week. This group is limited to 12 participants. You must be in grades 6-9 to participate.



   Tuesday, November 16, 2010
7:00 PM- 9:00 PM
Library Board Meeting
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    



   Thursday, November 18, 2010
5:00 PM- 8:45 AM
Reserved for Chula Visita Garden Club
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact: Gayle Nigg   269-685-9665
This is not a library event. However, the public is encouraged by the Chula Visita Garden Club to join this event!


   Saturday, November 20, 2010
10:00 AM- 3:00 PM
Friends Book Sale
Event Location:
Contact:    
This sale wil be held in the library.


   Monday, November 22, 2010
7:00 PM- 9:00 PM
Coping with Loss Meeting
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    
"Coping with Loss," is a free support group for those who have
lost a companion, meets the second and fourth Monday of
each month at 7 PM. This is a private reservation of the Burchfield Room but open to the public.



   Monday, December 13, 2010
7:00 PM- 9:00 PM
Coping with Loss Meeting
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    
"Coping with Loss," is a free support group for those who have
lost a companion, meets the second and fourth Monday of
each month at 7 PM. This is a private reservation of the Burchfield Room but open to the public.



   Tuesday, December 14, 2010
7:00 PM- 8:00 PM
Ransom Book Discussion
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    
NO MEETING IN DECEMBER. HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
  
 



   Thursday, December 16, 2010
7:00 PM- 8:00 PM
Ransom Writers
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    
Second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m.


   Tuesday, December 21, 2010
7:00 PM- 9:00 PM
Library Board Meeting
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    



   Monday, December 27, 2010
7:00 PM- 9:00 PM
Coping with Loss Meeting
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    
"Coping with Loss," is a free support group for those who have
lost a companion, meets the second and fourth Monday of
each month at 7 PM. This is a private reservation of the Burchfield Room but open to the public.



   Thursday, April 28, 2011
7:00 PM- 9:00 PM
Doc Fletcher Program
Event Location: Burchfield Room
Contact:    
Library event in the Burchfield Room. More details to come.