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Awesome Mid-Winter Break Activities
Join us during Mid-Winter Break for the following awesome activities...Monday - Mid-Winter Break Movie Madness, 12:00 - 8:45 PM
Tuesday - Make a T-shirt Tote, 2:00-3:00 PM
STEM Series: Supermarket Science, 7:00-7:45 PM
Wednesday - Creatapillars, 2:00-3:00 PM
Business Plan Workshop with SCORE
According to SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives) "The real value of creating a business plan is not in having the finished product in hand; rather, the value lies in the process of researching and thinking about your business in a systematic way."Join us on Thursday, February 28th from 6:00-8:00 PM and find how this tool will help you research and refine your business goals. This workshop is suitable for those considering owning a business, new entrepreneurs as well as established business owners.
Feb 11, 2013
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2013 Academy Awards
Nominations for the 2013 Academy Awards have been announced, and several of the nominated films are already here at the Library. This year there are nine films nominated for Best Picture. While you're waiting for the big night on February 24th you can check out some of the nominees that are currently in the Library's collection - and get in line for others that soon will be:Federal Tax Form
Federal Tax Form 1040 is now available. We also have State of Michigan MI-1040 forms and Instructions and the MI-1040CR-7 (Home Heating Credit Claim). You can find them in the rack in front of the Help Desk.
Feb 08, 2013
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eBook Users Group
Join library staff and other eReader users as we share eBook
tips and tricks in an informal environment. Group will meet Tuesday, March 26th from 7:00-8:00PM in the Purple Room.
tips and tricks in an informal environment. Group will meet Tuesday, March 26th from 7:00-8:00PM in the Purple Room.
eBook Basics
Join us Tuesday, March 12th from 7:00-8:30 PM to learn the basics 
of how to check out free library eBooks and read them on your Kindle, Sony Wifi, iPad or other device. Watch a live demo and try a few of the eReaders on the market today. Registration is required.
of how to check out free library eBooks and read them on your Kindle, Sony Wifi, iPad or other device. Watch a live demo and try a few of the eReaders on the market today. Registration is required.
Red Cross Blood Drive February 22
The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive at the Canton Township Hall on Friday, February 22, from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. To schedule an appointment, go to www.givelife.org and enter cityofcanton as the sponsor code. You can also sign up at the library Reception Desk or by calling us at 734-399-0999. Walk in donors are also welcome.Murder Will Out February 2013
The burning edge by Rick Mofina
Mystery Writers of America presents vengeance by edited by Lee Child
The darkening field by William Ryan
Ghoul interrupted by Victoria Laurie
Feb 06, 2013
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National Frozen Yogurt Day
Wednesday, February 6th is National Frozen Yogurt Day. Canton's own Menchie's Frozen Yogurt will be giving away 6 ounces of frozen yogurt to customers with a coupon all day. To get a coupon visit the Menchie's website for details. If you prefer to stay in and make your own frozen yogurt, check out one of our books with tons of tasty recipes. No matter how you celebrate National Frozen Yogurt Day, it is sure to be delicious!
Feb 05, 2013
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Zumba
As Canton Township's 100 Days to Health draws to a close, we are pleased to welcome Dede to lead us in one of her outstanding Zumba classes. Come prepared with comfortable clothing, a bottle of water and a towel. Dede will put you through your paces with energetic dance moves. You'll feel the burn and get in the groove on Saturday, March 23 at 10:00 AM.We're Celebrating the Irish with Terry Murphy
We all claim to be a wee bit Irish this time of year. Come celebrate with Irish folk singer, Terry Murphy. Murphy will get your toes tapping and your Irish eyes smiling with his authentic, heartfelt music. Grab your shamrocks and hurry over to the Canton Public Library on Monday, March 18 at 7:00 PM for this special concert.Women Who Changed America
In celebration of Women's History Month, we are pleased to host two luminaries from our past: former first lady Mary Todd Lincoln and famous author Beatrix Potter. Re-enactor Marie Papciak will bring these two famous women to life in her presentation. With over 30 years of experience, Ms. Papciak will bring the characters to life to the delight of children and adults alike on Saturday, March 16 at 2:00 PM. No registration is required. Heart Soul Detroit
Local authors Matt Lee and Jenny Risher present their lovely new book Heart 
Soul Detroit which contains insightful interviews and artistic photographs of famous Detroiters from James Hoffa to Jack White to Nick Lidstrom and 47 others. The authors will discuss how they compiled their list, did the interviews and took their project to completion. Books will be available for sale and will be signed by the authors. This promises to be a delightful evening of remembering and speculating on Thursday, March 28 at 7:00 PM.
Soul Detroit which contains insightful interviews and artistic photographs of famous Detroiters from James Hoffa to Jack White to Nick Lidstrom and 47 others. The authors will discuss how they compiled their list, did the interviews and took their project to completion. Books will be available for sale and will be signed by the authors. This promises to be a delightful evening of remembering and speculating on Thursday, March 28 at 7:00 PM.Open Chess
Join us for informal open play as well as a tournament by the "Library Chess Clubs" on the fourth Sunday of each month in the library community room. For tournament information and registration, please email clubchess@wowway.com. See you onMarch 24 at 1:00 PM.Knit Night
Join other handcrafters for an evening of sharing and learning. All ages and stages are welcome at this informal gathering on Monday, March 11 at 7:00 PM in the library Purple Room. Bring your own project, yarn and needles.Richard III Remains Found
The remains of Richard III, King of England 1483-1485 have been found under a parking 
lot in Leicester, UK. They have been positively identified by comparing DNA with two descendents of Richard's sister. The remains have been missing for over 500 years. Following the Battle of Bosworth Field where Richard III was killed, his remains were unceremoniously dumped without a marker. (Image: The earliest surviving portrait of Richard (c.
lot in Leicester, UK. They have been positively identified by comparing DNA with two descendents of Richard's sister. The remains have been missing for over 500 years. Following the Battle of Bosworth Field where Richard III was killed, his remains were unceremoniously dumped without a marker. (Image: The earliest surviving portrait of Richard (c.
Feb 05, 2013
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Preschool Picture Books
Where's my teddy? by Jez Alborough
Animals should definitely not wear clothing by written by Judi Barrett and drawn by Ron Barrett
Mike Mulligan and his steam shovel; story and pictures by Virginia Lee Burton by Burton, Virginia Lee, 1909-1968
The very hungry caterpillar by Eric Carle
Freight train by Donald Crews
Olivia by written and illustrated by Ian Falconer
In the tall, tall grass by Denise Fleming
State Tax Forms Have Arrived!
We have received our MI-1040 forms and Instructions and the MI-1040CR-7 (Home Heating Credit Claim).
As of today we have yet to receive any Federal tax forms or instructions. We hope to have them by early next week and will post an update as soon as we receive them.
In the meantime, forms and instructions are available also online (search by form number and year):
Federal Tax Forms
State Tax Forms
City of Detroit Tax Forms
As of today we have yet to receive any Federal tax forms or instructions. We hope to have them by early next week and will post an update as soon as we receive them.
In the meantime, forms and instructions are available also online (search by form number and year):
Federal Tax Forms
State Tax Forms
City of Detroit Tax Forms
Look What's In Large Print: February 2013
Feb 05, 2013
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Author Talks at Nicola's Books February 2013
The aviator's wife: a novel by Melanie Benjamin — Ms. Benjamin will speak at Nicola's Books on Tuesday, February 5 at 7:00PM
Feb 04, 2013
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