Summer is a great time to have fun together as a family, and you can join us with your family by reading a book by (or about) Roald Dahl, then come to our Family Book Talk Night. Families with a child in elementary school can join us, and we'll have a snack and chat about the books we've read. 

This program will be held outside. Please dress for the weather.

In honor of National Superhero Day (April 28), a list of books for the best kind of superheroes: big brothers and sisters.

Families with children ages 4-8 can join us for some Fractured Fairy Tale fun. Expect stories, crafts, and games, with a fairy tale twist. Register beginning April 25.

Tuesday, May 27 @ 7:00 PM

Sponsored by Target Early Literacy Grant and the Friends of the Canton Public Library.

May is Michigan Month! One of Michigan's greatest treasure is the Detroit Institute of Arts. To celebrate the DIA we are hosting a talk about their newest exhibit, Samurai: Beyond the Sword, which runs through Sunday, June 1. This is a rare opportunity to experience the world of the Japanese Samurai. Moving beyond the stereotype of the warrior, the exhibition explores the role of the military arts and the importance of Samurai engagement in the cultural, spiritual and art worlds of their time. Join us on Saturday, May 10 from 2:00-3:00 PM as we discuss the origins of the Samurai culture and the fascinating pieces in the DIA's exhibit.

Get a coupon good for $4 off an adult admission now through May 18 here: http://www.dia.org/calendar/CouponSamurai2014.aspx

We are thrilled to be back at the Canton Farmers Market this year.  Join us on Sunday, May 25 from 9:00AM-1:00PM as we read stories and have spring time fun. Check back later to get the complete list of our Farmers Market visits this summer.

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Starfish Family Services will discuss common interactions with children and the importance of problem solving.
Session #1 - Turning Conflicts into Learning - Develop strategies for using conflict situations to develop important social skills as well as using natural consequences for setting limits.
Session #2 - Children Can Solve Their Own Problems - Exploring an important six-step process to help children resolve conflicts on their own. 
This special professional development and networking day is designed for childcare providers of Wayne County and will take place on Wednesday, May 21 from 9:30AM-2:00PM. Lunch will be provided, childcare will not.
Space is limited and registration is required! To register please go to: www.greatstartconnect.org or contact Starfish Early Learning Communities program:
starfishelc@sfish.org or (313)-937-2458

On Wednesday, May 28 from 6:30-8:30 PM, the highly trained staff from Starfish Family Services will present Learning Through Play: The Active Learning Way. Participants will identify the five ingredients to provide a quality active learning environment and also explore the many benefits of learning through play.  Bring your children as free daycare is provided by Starfish's daycare professionals.

Join us for an evening of musical entertainment featuring the Paul Keller AT SUNDOWN Quintet's  new show HUZAH for Hoagy: The Music of Hoagy Carmichael.  Thursday, May 8 at 7:00 PM. Light refreshments served.

Michigan is the second-most agriculturally-diverse state in the country. From cherries and grapes to blueberries and pumpkins, peaches and apples to asparagus and celery, the Great Lakes State is often referred to as the “Mitten of Plenty.” Add to that a growing industry focused on locally-sourced products such as cheese, poultry, sauces, jams, breads, chocolates and SO much more, and you have a feast just waiting to be devoured.  This program will not only introduce audiences to Michigan’s rich foodie and agricultural history, but will allow everyone to sample a few Michigan-made products as well!  Tuesday July 8 2014 7:00 PM