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Remembering 9/11

Join us on Monday, September 12 at 9:00 AM as the VVA Post 528 Color Guard raises the flag and at 7:00 PM for a musical tribute by the Michigan Philharmonic. Check out these books and dvds on display:

The 9/11 Commission report: the attack from planning to aftermath: authorized text by with an afterword by Philip Zelikow

Portraits 9/11/01: the collected "Portraits of grief" from The New York times by foreword by Howell Raines; introduction by Janny Scott

9-11: artists respond

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Sep 03, 2011

Adult Contemporary Book Discussion September 19

The Leisure Seeker by Michael Zadoorian is about a road trip. An elderly married couple from the Detroit area decide to take their RV on a nostalgic ride along Route 66 to Disneyland for one last vacation to remember and relive the past. It's not so much about the destination, as it is getting there. So take a journey with us and be a tourist on Monday, September 19 at 7:00 p.m. in the Purple Room.

Aug 17, 2011

New Web Resource for Michigan Public Schools

Tomorrow, August 15, is the launch date for a new web resource that combines all education data for every public school in Michigan into one place. MI School Data will provide access to annual report cards for schools, test scores, enrollment numbers, and teacher effectiveness ratings. More data will be added throughout the year including staffing, financial, crime and safety.
Aug 14, 2011

Things a Civil War Soldier Carried

This year marks the 150th anniversary of the start of America's Civil War. On display at the Canton Public Library is a replica of what a Union soldier would wear and carry on the battlefield. This uniform is on loan to us from Mr. David Tennies, a local historian and reenactor who portrays Michigan's Senator Jacob M. Howard at historical events.
Aug 07, 2011

Adult Contemporary Book Discussion August 15

The British government transfers newly married couple Martin and Claire Pendleton to Hong Kong in 1952. While her husband works, Claire teaches piano to a wealthy Chinese family. Bored and intrigued by the exotic cultural surroundings, she begins an affair with the family’s chauffeur. As his past and her present collide, Claire's carefully orchestrated world unravels. Join us on Monday, August 15 at 7:00PM in the Purple Room to discuss, The Piano Teacher.
Jul 23, 2011

Everyone Loves Harry Potter

As the final adventure in the Harry Potter film series unfolds, even man's best friend is in the spirit. Check out the library's Harry Potter display near the New Book shelf and mark your calendar for the Best in Show Dog Show event on Saturday, August 6th.  
Jul 14, 2011

Dog Sense

Do our dogs think about us? They are called our best friend for good reason. In the USAWeekend magazine, the article and science suggest, their neurochemistry is similar to ours. Still not convinced? Check this out, Dog Sense. Don't forget to stop by on August 6 for our Best in Show Dog Show.
Jul 07, 2011

Animal Lover Books

Until Tuesday: a wounded warrior and the golden retriever who saved him by Luis Carlos Montalván with Bret Witter

Dog sense: how the new science of dog behavior can make you a better friend to your pet by John Bradshaw

Drinking with Miss Dutchie: a memoir by Ed Breslin

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Jun 25, 2011

Get Healthy For Summer!

It's never too late to start! Check out these new diet books in our health collection!

The 17 day diet: a doctor's plan designed for rapid results by Mike Moreno

The Special K challenge & beyond: your guide to weight management, healthy living & delicious cooking by foreword by Katherine Brooking

The Dukan diet: 2 steps to lose the weight, 2 steps to keep it off forever by Pierre Dukan

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Jun 04, 2011

Memorial Day Movies

Miracle at St. Anna by Touchstone Pictures

Letters from Iwo Jima by Amblin Entertainment

Apocalypse now: the complete dossier

From here to eternity by Columbia Pictures Corporation

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May 26, 2011

Join Us to Discuss "The Help" on June 20th

Please join the Adult Contemporary Book Discussion on Monday, June 20th, 7:00-8:00PM, in the Purple Room to discuss Kathryn Stockett's best-selling novel, The Help. Set during the early Civil Rights era in Mississippi, the story focuses on three extraordinary women whose determination to change how things are in their town will also change how they view one another.
May 21, 2011

Conquering Your Pain the Holistic Way

Note: Due to unforeseen circumstances, this program has been canceled.

The Doctor is In! Please join us on Wednesday, May 11 from 7:00-8:00PM in the Purple Room for a special presentation, Conquering Your Pain the Holistic Way, by Livonia's own "Dr. Phil," Dr. Philip Hoehn, DC, CCSP. Learn how chiropractic care can provide a healthy and natural approach to relieving pain from sports injuries and other ailments.
May 04, 2011

Lefty's K-9 Service Honored

After working with the Canton Police K-9 unit for 8 years, Lefty was honored on Tuesday along with his partner, Offical Daniel Traylor, as police officers from neighboring communities attended. Lefty, a German Shepherd, has helped control crowds at Liberty Fest and was involved in other crime-fighting activities. He's making the transition from working to retired dog and will continue to live with Officer Traylor and his family. To learn more about German Shepherds, check this book out.
Apr 28, 2011

Before You Buy That Bunny for Easter

Bunnies are so adorable and Easter is right around the corner. Before you make that impulsive buy for a new family pet, please do your research. Learn about rabbits by checking out of of our books from the pet collection, The Rabbit Handbook, or consider talking to someone at The Michigan Rabbit Rescue.
Apr 18, 2011

Tiger Mom's Cub Going to Harvard

Amy Chua presents the disparate parenting styles between the Western and Chinese-American cultures in her book, Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother. The direct result of her diligent demands of perfection from her children? Her eldest daughter Sophia's acceptance into Harvard this week. Now that is "winning!"
Apr 04, 2011