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Construction Update

Please note, the intersection of Alpine and Main Street is closed for road resurfacing.  The Library is open during construction and can be accessed from Fifth Street.  The 'Road Closed' sign at Fifth and Broad Streets refers to through traffic.  Fifth through to Alpine and to the Library parking lot remain open through the duration of the road construction project.  Please see the Village of Dexter web site at www.villageofdexter.org for construction updates.

Saturday, May 19
10:00 a.m.
Armed Forces Day Presentation:
Larry Martin’s WWII In Their Own Words

Friday, May 25 (Dexter Schools early release day)
1:00 p.m.
Summer on the Farm with Margaret Schmidt "The Farm Lady"
Hear stories about life on a farm, especially in the summer, sing farm songs and meet
some live ducks and chickens!

Friday, June 1
June Teen Trivia Contest for Grades 6 to 12
This month’s theme:  “Own the Night”
Stop by the Teen Room for complete details and entry forms.
Last day to enter is Friday, June 22.

Saturday, June 2
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Friends of the Dexter District Library Used Book Sale

Saturday, June 9
11:00 – 12:30 p.m.
Father’s Day Crafts
Make a card and gift for a special father.
Grades 4 to 12 – Registration

Friday, June 15
11:00 a.m.
18th Annual Summer Reading Program Kick-Off
“Dream Big Read!” for children ages 12 and under
“Own the Night” for teens ages 13 to 17
“Between the Covers” for adults of all ages
Acting Up Theater Presents:
"Dream, Big Bear....Read!"
A story about Bernie the Bear who fears everything, especially the darkness and
how choosing the right book to read before bed helps him overcome his fears.
The 45 minute play will be followed by refreshments and Chamberlin's Live Petting Zoo
at Farmers Market.

Monday, June 18 to Thursday, August 2
Summer Drop-In Story Times
Mondays and Thursdays at 11:00 a.m.
Ages 6 and under but all ages are welcome!

Tuesday, June 19
11:00 a.m.
Family Movie & Popcorn
The Muppets
Rated PG, 103 minutes

Wednesday, June 20
11:00 a.m.
Super Stories book themed discussion group for Grades K through 2
“Owls”
Registration

Friday, June 22
11:00 a.m.
Lori Fithian presents:
“Drummunity”
All music – All audience participation – All ages

Tuesday, June 26
10:00 – 12:00 p.m.
Big Truck and Emergency Vehicle Day
The Library parking lot will be filled with various vehicles for you to visit.
Keep an eye out for a surprise guest!
All Ages

Wednesday, June 27
11:00 a.m.
Book Snackers book discussion group for Grades 3rd through 5th
Poppy by Avi
Registration

Friday, June 29
11:00 a.m.
“When You Wish Upon a Star”
The Music of Harpbeat
All Ages

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Of Special Interest: eReader Information

nookAn eReader is a portable device that can deliver an entire book right to your hands, classics to best sellers. Depending on the model you choose, the text is downloaded from your computer or delivered digitally with a wireless connection. Turn the pages with the touch of a button, highlight passages, make notations, and mark your place with ease. These little gadgets are light and are about the size of a paperback. Click here for a device compatibility chart. For guides on setting up your device, click here.