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Library to reopen after pest-related closure

The Chippewa River District Library System's Veterans Memorial Library will reopen on Wednesday, January 22, after a bed bug was discovered on a computer workstation in the adult computer lab last Monday.

After the lab was closed to patrons, pest extermination was called in to search the entire library and annex for additional evidence of bed bugs. Additional evidence was found on the chairs in the adult computer lab, and one bed bug was located on a chair on the lower level. 

Veterans Memorial Library to Close for Extermination

A letter from CRDLs Library Director and Board of Trustees President:

 

Over the last few years, incidents of bed bug infestations have become a growing problem for all public buildings including hotels, schools, hospitals, libraries and any other building where the public frequents en masse. Because bed bugs can hide in items like jackets, backpacks and other soft materials, they can be brought into any location. 

 

Author Dominic Thrasher Brings Heartwarming Tales of Friendship to the Library

Author Dominic Thrasher brings his heartwarming new children's book, The Adventures of Cece and the Sheriff: Country (Fur) Cousins, to Veterans Memorial Library for a special reading and signing event on Sunday, February 2 at 1:30 p.m.

Set in the Michigan countryside, The Adventures of Cece and the Sheriff tells the story of two Aussiedoodle puppies having amazing adventures. They meet a new friend, share laughs, and learn valuable lessons about friendship and kindness. This book is sure to delight young readers and their families.

 

A Very Bavarian Christmas Tea with Author Katie Reid

Local author Katie Reid will present her latest book, "A Very Bavarian Christmas," at Veterans Memorial Library on November 20, 2024, at 6 p.m.

 "We are excited to welcome Katie to the Library," said Andrea Graham, family programming coordinator at Chippewa River District Library System. She will share her writing journey and talk about her latest book, A Very Bavarian Christmas."

MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival Returns to Celebration Cinema

Chippewa River District Library and Studio C present the 27th Annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival at Celebration Cinema Mount Pleasant on September 29 at 2 p.m. and September 30 at 7 p.m. 

 

MANHATTAN SHORT 2024 will screen simultaneously worldwide for one week. The Best Film and Best Actor awards will be determined by ballots cast by the audiences in each participating venue. By virtue of being selected by MANHATTAN SHORT, each short film is automatically Oscar-qualified.

 

The “Tree Army” who Invaded Michigan

Chippewa River District Library is hosting a special presentation of the Civilian Conservation Corps in Michigan on September 12 at 6 p.m. with Northern Lower Michigan Historian Hillary Pine.

 

Pine, the Historian for Hartwick Pines State Park, the Historic Higgins Lake Nursery, and Michigan's CCC Museum, will share her expertise on the history of the CCC program and how it served Michigan.

 

Author Explores the Intricate Layers of an Infamous Michigan Crime

Fans of true crime and legal thrillers are in for a treat as author and former Army Judge Advocate Eugene Milhizer visits Chippewa River District Library's Veterans Memorial Branch on August 7 at 6 p.m.

 

Milhizer's book, Dissecting Anatomy of a Murder, provides unique insight into the trial, book, and movie based on one of the most famous criminal trials of Michigan's Upper Peninsula and the 20th century.

 

Library Launches Summer Reading June 10

Chippewa River District Library is excited to announce the launch of its annual Summer Reading Club, filled with fun and educational events for the whole family. This year's program, titled "Adventure Begins at Your Library," aims to inspire children, teens, and adults to explore and go on adventures through reading. Participants can immerse themselves in new worlds and discover new stories through summer family-friendly events.

Anything is Possible with your Library Card

A library card may be a simple piece of plastic, but it holds im­mense value and numerous benefits for those who possess it. It’s more than just a free pass to borrow books; it’s a gateway to a world of knowledge, entertainment, and personal growth. With the simple scan of a library card, you can learn a new lan­guage, start a small business, or even travel the world without leaving home. Honestly, anything is possible with your library card!

 

The BingePass on hoopla

hoopla Digital is a service offered by Chippewa River District Library for our patrons to access movies, music, eBooks and eAudiobooks, as well as magazines and courses. Patrons can borrow up to seven titles per month. Titles classify as a book, album, or magazine – in digital form. It also includes BingePass, a 7-day pass that gives you unlimited access to one of multiple streaming collections with just one borrow!