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Jane Congdon - Author of "How the Wild…

Oct 30th | 6:30pm - 8:00pm
East Lansing Public Library

Jane Congdon grew up in the mountains of West Virginia. After graduating from Concord College (now Concord…

Halloween Biggby Storytime October 31 at 10:30am at Lake Lansing Biggby in East Lansing Halloween Biggby Storytime October 31 at 10:30am at Lake Lansing Biggby in East Lansing

Biggby Storytime

Oct 31st | 10:30am - 11:30am
Biggby

It's a ghoulishly good time at the Biggby Coffee on the corner of Abbot and Lake Lansing Drive. Join us…

National Friends of Libraries Week October 21-27 National Friends of Libraries Week October 21-27

National Friends of Libraries Week

Prep-Tober Writing Workshop with Jim C.…

Oct 24th | 6:30pm - 8:00pm
East Lansing Public Library

Attention all current and would-be writers! Thinking about tackling National Novel Writing Month this year? Not sure how to get started?…

Concert in the Cafe - Matt Borghi

Oct 27th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
East Lansing Public Library

Matt Borghi performs a style of music that he calls 'Ambient Guitar'. Matt forged his distinctive guitar style by fusing his classical...

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New cloudLibrary - 10/9/2018 New cloudLibrary - 10/9/2018

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eAudiobooks and eBooks fresh in the cloud.
eAudiobooks and eBooks fresh in the cloud.
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New cloudLibrary - 10/05/2018 New cloudLibrary - 10/05/2018

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New eBooks and eAudiobooks in the cloud.
New eBooks and eAudiobooks in the cloud.
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New cloudLibrary - 10/01/2018 New cloudLibrary - 10/01/2018

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New and new to ELPL eBooks and eAudiobooks. Plus the latest Christmas books of the season!
New and new to ELPL eBooks and eAudiobooks. Plus the latest Christmas books of the season!
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9/21/2018 cloudLibrary eAudiobooks 9/21/2018 cloudLibrary eAudiobooks

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Download and listen anywhere!
Download and listen anywhere!
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New in the cloudLibrary New in the cloudLibrary

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New eBooks and eAudio for all ages.
New eBooks and eAudio for all ages.
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Kids

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Happy Halloween! Happy Halloween!

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Kid-friendly titles to get you ready for Halloween!
Kid-friendly titles to get you ready for Halloween!
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Books & Bagels Books & Bagels

Oct 27th | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
East Lansing Public Library
Join us at Books & Bagels, our book discussion group for 4th through 6th graders. Every month we meet with friends to discuss the title of…
Join us at Books & Bagels, our book discussion group for 4th through 6th graders. Every month we meet with friends to discuss the title of…
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iPad Storytime iPad Storytime

Oct 25th | 10:30am - 11:00am
East Lansing Public Library
Join us on the fourth Thursday of the month at 10:30 for our early literacy based iPad Storytime! This is a twist on traditional…
Join us on the fourth Thursday of the month at 10:30 for our early literacy based iPad Storytime! This is a twist on traditional…
Miss Eva's Top Three Children's books chosen by children's librarian Eva Weihl
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Miss Eva's Top Three: October 2018 Miss Eva's Top Three: October 2018

By Eva
Welcome to Miss Eva's Top Three! Each month I'll be picking out items from three different areas of the children's section to feature…
Welcome to Miss Eva's Top Three! Each month I'll be picking out items from three different areas of the children's section to feature...
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Teens

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5 Finds Teens: October 2018 5 Finds Teens: October 2018

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Our top five books of the month for teens.
Our top five books of the month for teens.
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5 Finds Teens: September 2018 5 Finds Teens: September 2018

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Our top five books of the month for teens!
Our top five books of the month for teens!
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Be Our Guest! Be Our Guest!

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Middle-grade fiction set in hotels, motels, etc.
Middle-grade fiction set in hotels, motels, etc.
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Totally Tubular - 1980s YA Fiction Totally Tubular - 1980s YA Fiction

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Schweet reads for teens that take place in the 1980s.
Schweet reads for teens that take place in the 1980s.
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Adults

Better Living Book Club
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Better Living Book Club Better Living Book Club

Nov 5th | 7:00pm - 8:00pm
East Lansing Public Library
Better Than Before by Gretchen Rubin
Better Than Before by Gretchen Rubin
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5 Finds Adults: October 2018 5 Finds Adults: October 2018

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Our top five books of the month for adults.
Our top five books of the month for adults.
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I don't wanna read anything longer than… I don't wanna read anything longer than…

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...then this is a list for you! These are perfect for when you want to read but don't necessarily want to dedicate a lot of time to one…
...then this is a list for you! These are perfect for when you want to read but don't necessarily want to dedicate a lot of time to one...
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Author of the Month: Kate Atkinson Author of the Month: Kate Atkinson

By Alaude
September's featured author, Kate Atkinson, is perhaps best known for her mastery of prose. Her writing is to such a standard that she…
September's featured author, Kate Atkinson, is perhaps best known for her mastery of prose. Her writing is to such a standard that she…
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Full Moon! Full Moon!

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September 24 is the next full moon. Check out one of these titles with a moon on the cover!
September 24 is the next full moon. Check out one of these titles with a moon on the cover!
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Maker Studio

Kids editing their claymation films at the East Lansing Public Library
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We're Hiring! STEAM Education… We're Hiring! STEAM Education…

By Lauren
Are you a passionate STEAM educator looking for a unique career opportunity?  Do you dream of becoming the next Ms./Mr. Frizzle from the…
Are you a passionate STEAM educator looking for a unique career opportunity?  Do you dream of becoming the next Ms./Mr. Frizzle from the…
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Adult Craft Night - Fall Cards or… Adult Craft Night - Fall Cards or…

Nov 8th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
East Lansing Public Library
Using our supplies, make a fall leaf inspired card or bunting. Ages 18+
Using our supplies, make a fall leaf inspired card or bunting. Ages 18+
Robot Fest 2018
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Robot Fest 2018 a Success! Robot Fest 2018 a Success!

By Lauren
ELPL, the MSU College of Engineering, ITEC, and the City of East Lansing were happy to host the second annual Robot Fest on a hot Sunday…
ELPL, the MSU College of Engineering, ITEC, and the City of East Lansing were happy to host the second annual Robot Fest on a hot Sunday…
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Tool Library Tool Library

Tools of all kinds available for check-out with your library card!
Tools of all kinds available for check-out with your library card!
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French Club
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French Club French Club

Upcoming dates for French Club at the library.
Upcoming dates for French Club at the library.
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Jen's Favorite not so scary Halloween… Jen's Favorite not so scary Halloween…

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Jen's Favorite not so scary Halloween movies
Jen's Favorite not so scary Halloween movies
Brick Wall Gallery October 2018 Artist Irina Salenko
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October 2018 Exhibit in the Brick Wall… October 2018 Exhibit in the Brick Wall…

By Friendsofthelibrary
October's artist is Irina Salenko.  You can find her pieces on display all month long in the Brick Wall Gallery.  Irina's artist…
October's artist is Irina Salenko.  You can find her pieces on display all month long in the Brick Wall Gallery.  Irina's artist…
Lights in the library's Children's Room
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C2AE Architects Win an AIA Award For… C2AE Architects Win an AIA Award For…

By Kristin
I am thrilled to announce that C2AE, the architecture firm that designed the library's 2015-2016 renovation, has won a AIA award for…
I am thrilled to announce that C2AE, the architecture firm that designed the library's 2015-2016 renovation, has won a AIA award for…
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The Indie NEXT List: October 2018 The Indie NEXT List: October 2018

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Favorite titles of the month chosen by booksellers across the country.
Favorite titles of the month chosen by booksellers across the country.
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What Did You Say? Hearing Loss and You What Did You Say? Hearing Loss and You

Oct 23rd | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
East Lansing Public Library
Have you ever wondered what it's like to have hearing loss? If you currently have hearing loss are you having difficulty explaining your...
Have you ever wondered what it's like to have hearing loss? If you currently have hearing loss are you having difficulty explaining your...
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Library Reads: October 2018 Library Reads: October 2018

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The top ten books of the month chosen by librarians across the country.
The top ten books of the month chosen by librarians across the country.
Out of This World Book Club
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Out of This World Book Club Out of This World Book Club

Oct 22nd | 7:00pm - 8:00pm
East Lansing Public Library
Frankenstein, Or, The Modern Prometheus by Mary Shelley
Frankenstein, Or, The Modern Prometheus by Mary Shelley
MSU Creative Writing Center Group
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MSU Creative Writing Center Group… MSU Creative Writing Center Group…

Open to the general public and students. All types of creative writers are encouraged to attend. If you have questions contact…
Open to the general public and students. All types of creative writers are encouraged to attend. If you have questions contact…
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New DVDs New DVDs

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Place your holds or check our Express Collection.
Place your holds or check our Express Collection.
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New Audiobooks on CD New Audiobooks on CD

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Make your commute, leaf raking and laundry the best part of your week.
Make your commute, leaf raking and laundry the best part of your week.
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