Diary of a Wimpy Kid Trivia Contest
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March will be a great month for Diary of a Wimpy Kid fans!
The Diary of a Wimpy Kid movie is coming to theaters March 19. Click here to watch the funny movie trailer.
The Wimpy Kid Movie Diary, the ultimate guide to the making of the film, will be released March 16. This book includes new cartoons and never-before-seen photos from the movie. Click here to see all our Wimpy Kid books, CDs, and Playaways.
If you are a fan of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid books, check out our Diary of a Wimpy Kid Read-alikes booklist. Download a copy here.
Tax Forms and Information - Tax Year 2009
Tax Forms & Information - Tax Year 2009
Books & Bagels Reads The Lightning Thief
Books & Bagels will be discussing the popular book (and now movie) The Lightning Thief on Saturday, March 13 from 2-3 pm. Books & Bagels is for children in grades 4-6. We'll talk about the book, enjoy bagels and cream cheese, then have fun making origami creatures from Greek mythology. FREE!
Fun with LEGOS
Join us this Sunday, March 14 from 1:30-3 pm for another of our popular Fun with LEGOS® programs. FREE! For ages 4 and up.
Use some of the library's LEGOS to create a masterpiece. Then we'll display your creation in the children's room.
Matching grant from the Gerber Foundation
The East Lansing Public Library recently received a matching grant of $750 from The Gerber Foundation. This was made possible in conjunction with a gift from a private donor and ELPL patron.
Did you know there are many organizations and corporations who will match your donation? Check with your employer or local civic organization to see if this is a way you can help ELPL! For more information, contact Julie Pierce at jpierce@cityofeastlansing.com or call 351-2420, ext. 100.
March North Gallery Art Exhibit
"An Eye for Style and Detail"
Showcased by well-known photographer: W. Spencer Parshall
Splendid architecture, sweeping landscapes, quiet places from Vatican City, Rome, the Isle of Capri and medieval villages are explored through the eye of the camera.
Exhibit: March 1 - March 31, 2010
North Foyer Gallery at the East Lansing Public Library
Reception: March 7, 2010, 1:30 - 4:00 p.m.
Library Receives Donation from Sam's Club
The East Lansing Public Library recently received a $1,000 donation from Sam's Club, located in the Eastwood Towne Center. Tentatively, the Library plans to use the money to support summer reading programs for children and teens.
A big thank you to Sam's Club for supporting the importance of literacy and public libraries in their community.
For more information about opportunities to give to the East Lansing Public Library, contact Julie Pierce at jpierce@cityofeastlansing.com or call 351-2420, ext. 100.
Monday Movie Matinee
FREE popcorn while supplies last!
Movies are intended for an adult audience.
Ask us what will be playing.
Staff Review: Her Fearful Symmetry, by Audrey Niffenegger
I rarely have "Oh my God!" moments when reading a book, but I did when I read Audrey Niffenegger's latest work Her Fearful Symmetry. You might recognize the author's last name because she penned the best-selling novel (and movie) The Time Traveler's Wife. Her current work is about a set of twins, their extremely close relationship, their relationship with their
