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Living Library: Malkia Newman
Malkia Newman, a mental health advocate, talks about her life experiences as a person diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder.
Meet Malkia Newman and ask her your questions as part of our Living Library program. To learn more, drop by our Meet & Greet on Saturday, September 25, from 1:00-3:00PM.
Sep 02, 2010
- Brad Czerniak
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Reading Assistance Dogs
Kids and Tweens going into grades K-6, improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a dog. Sign up for a 10 minute session. Space is limited, on a first come, first serve basis beginning at 6:25PM.Program Date: Thursday, September 2 at 6:30-8:30
Mother Daughter Book Discussion
The Canton Public Library is the recipient of a Giving Hope Women's Giving Circle Grant. Money from this grant is used for this Mother Daughter Book Discussion, a group for girls in grades 5-12 and their mothers or other significant women in their lives. Only the teen or tween needs to register for this program, but you will receive 2 books to read. This month's book selection is Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants by Anne Brashares. Register online today! Program Date: Saturday, September 11 from 4-5 p.m.Free Summit on Veteran's Benefits
A free educational summit on Veterans Administration benefits will be held Wednesday, September 22 at Laurel Manor in Livonia. The event — co-sponsored by the Canton Community Foundation — is open to veterans, their families and friends and will feature speakers and counselors on healthcare and disability benefits, homebound services and more. Pre-register (required) on the Canton Community Foundation website or by phoning (734) 495-1200.Continental breakfast and lunch will be served.
Goodwill Donation Drive at Summit on the Park
Donate to Goodwill Industries and get a discount on your membership to the Summit on the Park. Drop off gently-used clothing and household items at the Summit for Goodwill's new Canton retail store September 12 through September 19, and you can receive an Individual Annual Membership to Canton's award-winning fitness and aquatic facility for $250 or a Family Annual Membership for just $550.For more information, visit Cantonfun.org or phone (734) 394-5460.
American Jazz Songbook with Paul VornHagen
The Paul VornHagen duo will perform at the Canton Public Library on Thursday, September 9 at 7:00PM in the library Community Room. Stop by for special selections from the American Jazz Songbook… it will have you tapping your toes and swaying to the music!Free Reverse Mortgage Seminar
If you are a homeowner, age 62 years or older, and own your home outright or could pay off the remaining balance with reverse mortgage proceeds, don't miss this opportunity to meet with certified reverse mortgage consultant Stephen Bartus. Mr. Bartus from Wells Fargo will explain how you can convert the equity in your home into tax-free proceeds, proceeds that can be used to meet expenses, cover healthcare costs or remodel your home. Join us Tuesday September 14th at 2:00PM in the Library Community Room to explore your options. No registration required.Board Gaming League
Into board games like Settlers, Carcassonne, or Puerto Rico? Drop by Saturday, September 4th any time between 12:00-5:30PM for our monthly Board Gaming League of Canton meeting. Play some of the hottest games and you could win a prize courtesy of Comic City! Come by and play with some new folks![photo by viZZZual.com]
Swimming with the Goldfish
Hey kids! Do you love pretending to be different animals? How about a goldfish? Well, starting Thursday, September 2, 2010, you can register for the Swimming with the Goldfish program. The program is open to kids ages 3 years- to 5 years-old with a caregiver. Swimming with the Goldfish will happen on Thursday, September 16, 2010 from 7:00 to 7:45 p.m. See you there!Check Out Canton for Special Savings
Library card users can now get special savings at local Canton businesses thanks to Check Out Canton, a partnership between the Canton Economic Development office and the Canton Public Library. Local businesses supply special offers that can be checked out with a library card, just like the Museum Adventure Pass program. Take a pass from the Check Out Canton rack and present it at our Checkout Desk. You'll be issued a voucher good for one week.Offers include a buy one, get one free ticket from the Village Theater at Cherry Hill, savings on catering, carpet cleaning, veterinary care and more. To see the current offers and availability, search the online library catalog. One pass per library card per week, no holds on passes.
