Splash of Math-Tricks of the Eye

The Big Idea: Sometimes our eyes play tricks on us, and the things we think we seeare different from reality. These are called optical illusions. Even thoughthey seem like magic, it turns out there’s a lot of math involvedThe Math Behind the Scenes: We’ll measure the le......More

The Big Idea: Sometimes our eyes play tricks on us, and the things we think we seeare different from reality. These are called optical illusions. Even thoughthey seem like magic, it turns out there’s a lot of math involvedThe Math Behind the Scenes: We’ll measure the length and width of rectangles, which helps uscalculate their area. We’ll also practice our estimation skills. Someoptical illusions rely on refraction, the “bending” of light rays. Othersrely on our “blind spot” – the area in our eye that can’t pick up light.We can use math to figure out how large it is!Splash of Math: Activity LinkFor more great math ideas check out our Bedtime Math books by Laura Overdeck: Catalog link to books https://highlandtpl.evanced.info/signup/eventdetails?eventid=6558&lib=0

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Monarch Chalk Mural

Drop by the library to help us create a chalk mural on our sidewalk. Chalk will be supplied just bring your creative talent. This is a Family Group program. You will create together in your own space. We are limited to 3 families per program so sign up soon!Note: This p......More

Drop by the library to help us create a chalk mural on our sidewalk. Chalk will be supplied just bring your creative talent. This is a Family Group program. You will create together in your own space. We are limited to 3 families per program so sign up soon!Note: This program may be changed due to current Michigan Safe Start guidelines. https://highlandtpl.evanced.info/signup/eventdetails?eventid=6658&lib=0

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Monarch Chalk Mural

Drop by the library to help us create a chalk mural on our sidewalk. Chalk will be supplied just bring your creative talent. This is a Family Group program. You will create together in your own space. We are limited to 3 families per program so sign up soon!Note: This p......More

Drop by the library to help us create a chalk mural on our sidewalk. Chalk will be supplied just bring your creative talent. This is a Family Group program. You will create together in your own space. We are limited to 3 families per program so sign up soon!Note: This program may be changed due to current Michigan Safe Start guidelines. https://highlandtpl.evanced.info/signup/eventdetails?eventid=6082&lib=0

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Letterboxing Outside the Library

Letterboxing is a fun family activity that uses clues to lead you to a hidden box. Each box has a unique stamp. Keep busy all summer collecting stamps from hidden letterboxes all over Michigan and beyond. Check back here for your first clue. This activity can be complet......More

Letterboxing is a fun family activity that uses clues to lead you to a hidden box. Each box has a unique stamp. Keep busy all summer collecting stamps from hidden letterboxes all over Michigan and beyond. Check back here for your first clue. This activity can be completed any day at any time that you are available. Your first clue: Start at the library’s front doors. Turn left and walk along the concrete path. Look for me. I was once part of a tree. Now I welcome readers to the start of an adventure. Here you will find your next clue. https://highlandtpl.evanced.info/signup/eventdetails?eventid=6420&lib=0

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Board Games on Tabletopia!

We've gone and gotten ourselves a Gold account on Tabletopia! Be sure to register with a valid email address and we'll send you the link and instructions on how to join in on the gaming. We'll be using our Teen Discord server for voice comm while playing. After register......More

We've gone and gotten ourselves a Gold account on Tabletopia! Be sure to register with a valid email address and we'll send you the link and instructions on how to join in on the gaming. We'll be using our Teen Discord server for voice comm while playing. After registering for this event, please fill out and submit the Discord Invite Permission form linked below so we can give you the keys to the server (you'll only need to do this step once):HTPL Teen Discord ServerFeatured August Game: Survive: Escape from Atlantis!**Highly recommend that you check out the game review/play through linked above before the program!** https://highlandtpl.evanced.info/signup/eventdetails?eventid=6358&lib=0

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Anime Cafe!

We've got a Crunchy Roll account for streaming anime! We'll be streaming the anime using our Teen Discord server. Please fill out and submit the Discord Invite Permission form below so we can give you the keys to the server (you'll only need to do this once):HTPL Teen D......More

We've got a Crunchy Roll account for streaming anime! We'll be streaming the anime using our Teen Discord server. Please fill out and submit the Discord Invite Permission form below so we can give you the keys to the server (you'll only need to do this once):HTPL Teen Discord ServerIf all goes well, we'll host 7 anime streaming sessions throughout the summer. Series we're looking at sampling: My Roommate is a CatHow to Keep a MummyAscendance of a Bookworm https://highlandtpl.evanced.info/signup/eventdetails?eventid=6323&lib=0

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Music Time at the Library: Outdoor Music Meetup!

Music Time of Milford is leading an outdoor music class on library grounds! We'll sing, dance, and play in the sunshine. Upon arrival, each family will be assigned a plastic pool. Yep, a pool! These 4 foot pools are placed in a large circle, each 6 feet apart. All instr......More

Music Time of Milford is leading an outdoor music class on library grounds! We'll sing, dance, and play in the sunshine. Upon arrival, each family will be assigned a plastic pool. Yep, a pool! These 4 foot pools are placed in a large circle, each 6 feet apart. All instruments needed for class will be in your box. At the end of class, close up the box and leave it to be sanitized. We would suggest bringing a blanket or towel to lay in the bottom of the pool. It may be more comfortable for the kids. Grownups (and big kids if they prefer) can bring blankets or outdoor chairs to set up behind their assigned pool. Pools and instruments are sanitized according to CDC guidelines. All instruments are sanitized and sealed in boxes prior to arrival at the library.This program has a limited numbers of spots available to allow for social distancing. https://highlandtpl.evanced.info/signup/eventdetails?eventid=6604&lib=0

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Virtual Teen Book Club

Zoom videoconferencing - Virtual teen book club with Josh and Dawn! Recommended 13 and up. Message Dawn at the email below if you'd like to join in. https://highlandtpl.evanced.info/signup/eventdetails?eventid=6408&lib=0

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Book Fair with a Twist!

Do you love to browse for new books in a book store? Do you miss the book fairs at school? Join us for this book fair with a twist...no need to pay for the great books you find. Librarians will pull out the popular books from our collection and display them in themes so......More

Do you love to browse for new books in a book store? Do you miss the book fairs at school? Join us for this book fair with a twist...no need to pay for the great books you find. Librarians will pull out the popular books from our collection and display them in themes so that you can grab a book and go, or pull up a chair and spend time looking at them all.  https://highlandtpl.evanced.info/signup/eventdetails?eventid=6128&lib=0

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Swamp Creatures

Join us for a celebration of the creatures found in our Michigan wetlands. Live turtles, frogs, snakes and more! This is a FAMILY GROUP program. We will schedule 20 minute blocks for families to see and learn about the animals. We will call you to schedule a time betwee......More

Join us for a celebration of the creatures found in our Michigan wetlands. Live turtles, frogs, snakes and more! This is a FAMILY GROUP program. We will schedule 20 minute blocks for families to see and learn about the animals. We will call you to schedule a time between 2:00 and 4:00 pm.Note: This program may be changed due to current Michigan Safe Start guidelines. https://highlandtpl.evanced.info/signup/eventdetails?eventid=6109&lib=0

Highland Township Public Library at Community Room - Lower Level

StoryWalk

Get off the couch and walk your way through a story! Visit the library StoryWalk on the path north of the library. Stories are mainly for preschool age children but we find older children, and even adults, enjoy reading stories outside. Stories are changed every 2 weeks......More

Get off the couch and walk your way through a story! Visit the library StoryWalk on the path north of the library. Stories are mainly for preschool age children but we find older children, and even adults, enjoy reading stories outside. Stories are changed every 2 weeks depending on weather.  https://highlandtpl.evanced.info/signup/eventdetails?eventid=6421&lib=0

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