Animal Antics Virtual Storytime

Pick up your storytime kit at the library and take it home to learn together. This program is appropriate for children ages 5 and under. Ms. Janice will be reading stories with some of your favorite animals. We will point you to her silly video and then you can use the ......More

Pick up your storytime kit at the library and take it home to learn together. This program is appropriate for children ages 5 and under. Ms. Janice will be reading stories with some of your favorite animals. We will point you to her silly video and then you can use the materials from our kit to learn and laugh together.

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The Snow Killings - the Oakland County Child Killer

Program will be held online via Zoom. We'll email you the access link a few days before the program. Author & reporter Marney Rich Keenan takes us inside the investigation of the unsolved murders of 4 children abducted in the suburbs of Detroit in the late 70s. ......More

Program will be held online via Zoom. We'll email you the access link a few days before the program. Author & reporter Marney Rich Keenan takes us inside the investigation of the unsolved murders of 4 children abducted in the suburbs of Detroit in the late 70s. Brought to you in partnership with White Lake Township Library.

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Animal Tracks with Indian Spring Metropark

Meet us outside the library to search the woods for signs and clue that tell us what animals are active in our area. Brought to us by Indian Springs Metropark. Take what you learn home and explore your own backyard.

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Teen - MiLibrary Quest!

Extra! Extra! Read all about it! An anonymous tip has come in that a thief will steal an iconic Michigan landmark on Valentine’s Day. We’re recruiting teenage private detectives to stop the heist! Figure out who the thief is and what they’re stealing to prevent the cri......More

Extra! Extra! Read all about it! An anonymous tip has come in that a thief will steal an iconic Michigan landmark on Valentine’s Day. We’re recruiting teenage private detectives to stop the heist! Figure out who the thief is and what they’re stealing to prevent the crime and enter to win a reward. The Highland Library teen reward will be a free copy of the Kickstarter game: Bring Your Own Book Get started on your Quest at MiLibraryQuest! The Quest begins on January 1 and ends on February 14, 2021. Good luck!   The Mi Library Quest challenge is made up of public libraries across Michigan and is supported in part by the Library of Michigan.

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Preschool Fun with Facts

Do bears go to school and sit at desks? What do bears really do all day? Introduce both fact and fiction to your preschool age child with the storytime that is packed full of fun AND factual information. Register to receive a packet of  materials that includes stories, ......More

Do bears go to school and sit at desks? What do bears really do all day? Introduce both fact and fiction to your preschool age child with the storytime that is packed full of fun AND factual information. Register to receive a packet of  materials that includes stories, crafts and activities.

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Animal Antics Virtual Storytime

Pick up your storytime kit at the library and take it home to learn together. This program is appropriate for children ages 5 and under. Ms. Janice will be reading stories with some of your favorite animals. We will point you to her silly video and then you can use the ......More

Pick up your storytime kit at the library and take it home to learn together. This program is appropriate for children ages 5 and under. Ms. Janice will be reading stories with some of your favorite animals. We will point you to her silly video and then you can use the materials from our kit to learn and laugh together.

Highland Township Public Library

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): ......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 Server We'll be watching: My Roommate is a Cat

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Virtual Mother Daughter Book Club

Enjoy visiting with other book club members. We will play a game and discuss a different book each month. The first book will be available at the Circulation Desk when you register. This program will be in a Zoom format. PLEASE REGISTER ONLY THE DAUGHTER.

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Highland and the Railroad, Part 1

Program will be held online via Zoom. We'll email you the access link a few days before the program. Learn how Highland and the Railroad are connected including the origins, construction and role of the railroad in the Township's development.  Part 1 of 2.   Pres......More

Program will be held online via Zoom. We'll email you the access link a few days before the program. Learn how Highland and the Railroad are connected including the origins, construction and role of the railroad in the Township's development.  Part 1 of 2.   Presented in partnership with the Highland Activity Center and presented by Eugene Beach of the Highland Township Historical Society. Learn more about the Society at http://highlandtownshiphistoricalsociety.com

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Bright Beginnings: Music & More

Register to receive a packet that will help you bring stories to life in your living room with music, movement and more.

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The "Book Ends" Book Discussion Group-online

A friendly book group for adults -- won't you join us Online on Zoom? Pick up a copy of this month's book at the Adult Reference Desk. If you're interested, please email Mona at mgeisler@highland.lib.mi.us for information on how to participate.

Highland Township Public Library at Community Room - Lower Level

The "Book Ends" Book Discussion Group-online

A friendly book group for adults -- won't you join us Online on Zoom? Pick up a copy of this month's book at the Adult Reference Desk. If you're interested, please email Mona at mgeisler@highland.lib.mi.us for information on how to participate.

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Ancestry Library: Tips & Tricks!

Program will be held online via Zoom.  Register here: https://bit.ly/AncestryLib21 The largest genealogical online database in the world is Ancestry.com and you have access to it at home, for FREE, using your library card. ......More

Program will be held online via Zoom.  Register here: https://bit.ly/AncestryLib21 The largest genealogical online database in the world is Ancestry.com and you have access to it at home, for FREE, using your library card.  Learn ways to use the Library version for your family research, tricks for searching and more!  Visit https://melstage.tln.lib.mi.us/ancestry.html to get started. Program will be held online via Zoom. Presented by professional genealogist Judy Nimer Muhn of Lineage Journeys. Sign up for our next Genealogy session "Mobile Technology for Genealogy" here:  https://bit.ly/GenealogyMobile

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Valentine Sloth

Create a sloth out of paper. Make it into a card or use it to decorate a gift for your favorite valentine.

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Closed for Presidents' Day

The library will be closed for Presidents' Day.  We'll reopen again on Tuesday, February 16th.

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Virtual Teen Book Club

A virtual teen book club with Josh and Dawn!  We'll meet online via Google Meet.  Recommended 13 and up. Message Dawn at ddittmar@highland.lib.mi.us if you'd like to join in. February's title is Pride & Prejudice by Jane Austen. Handy Hoopla ebook link --> ......More

A virtual teen book club with Josh and Dawn!  We'll meet online via Google Meet.  Recommended 13 and up. Message Dawn at ddittmar@highland.lib.mi.us if you'd like to join in. February's title is Pride & Prejudice by Jane Austen. Handy Hoopla ebook link --> https://www.hoopladigital.com/title/13216781 We'll also be watching the 2005 Keira Knightley movie to compare and contrast. 

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3-D Animals

Pick up a flat sheet of cardboard and use it to build a 3-D animal. A great DIY project for creative kids.

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