National Honor Society Homework Help will not be available Monday, October 11th due to the NHS monthly meeting. They will, however, return Tuesday, October 12th.

The Canton Public Library is the recipient of a $2,000 Target Store Early Childhood Reading Grant. Money from the grant, combined with funds from the Friends of the Canton Public Library, is used for Family Reading Nights at the Canton Public Library. Programs include stories, games and snacks and are open to families with children ages 4-9. Participants receive a free book.

Quilting group meets on the first Wednesday night of each month from 7:00-8:45PM in the Community Room. Bring your quilts to show and ideas to share with the other quilters. The library has a large collection of books on quilting. Browse through our collection and enjoy your evening.

Get together with other second graders and talk about a great book! This month we'll be discussing Nate The Great. Register online, and then check out the book at the Children’s Desk. Discussion Group meets on Tuesday, October 19th at 5:00PM. Registration begins Tuesday, October 5th.

Get together with other first graders and talk about a great book! Register online, and then check out the book at the Children’s Desk.
Program Date: Monday, October 18 5:00-5:30PM
Book Title: Young Cam Jansen and the Missing Cookie

Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter - why would you want to use these sites for your business? Join Brenda Meller, Marketing Manager for Walsh College and Amy Lee, Business Librarian at the Canton Public Library, for a look at social networking sites as important and free business tools. The Strategies of Success (SOS) series for 2010-2011 kicks off on Wednesday, October 13th from 7:30-9:30AM in the Summit on the Park Banquet Center. Space is limited so please reserve your spot by calling the Canton Chamber of Commerce at (734) 453-4040.

Sylvan Learning Center presents an introductory class focusing on basic writing skills for 7th-12th graders. Register today! Program Date & Time: Saturday, October 9 at 1:00-2:00PM

Sylvan Learning Center presents a seminar focusing on study skills for kids in fifth through sixth grade. Register today! Program Date & Time: Saturday, October 9 at 2:30-3:30PM

Choosing the Perfect Pet can be a daunting task. You're inviting a new member of the family into your home. Let veterinarians Mark Alsager and Judi Fleischaker steer you in the right direction. Should it be cat or dog, big or little, young or old? What would fit your family's lifestyle best and be best for the pet? The doctors from Alsager's Animal Clinic in Canton will guide you on the path to a long, happy relationship with your pet on Thursday, September 23 at 7:00PM in the library Community Room.

Get together with other Tweens to talk about your favorite diary series and share some of the funniest diary entries. Pick up some tips on journal/diary writing and design an awesome cover for your very own diary notebook. Snacks and a notebook will be provided for you by our super CPL.
When: Thursday, September, 30th from 7:00-7:45 PM
Where: The Purple Room
Registration begins September 16th.

If you are interested in getting tutored:

• You must be in third through twelfth grade
• If you are under 12, your parent must remain in the library
• You must bring the assignment, textbooks, calculators, and any other materials you need

Starting September 20th, Days and Times:

• Monday from 6:00-8:00PM Canton Public Library by the Teen Reference Desk
• Tuesday from 6:00-8:00PM Canton Public Library by the Teen Reference Desk
• Wednesday from 6:00-8:00PM Plymouth District Library in the Teen Zone
• Thursday from 6:00-8:00PM Canton Public Library by the Teen Reference Desk
• Thursday from 6:00-8:00PM Plymouth District Library in the Teen Zone

*Tutors will not be here during snow days or the holiday break, they need a break too!

Goodwill Industries of Greater Detroit invites you to join the fight for local jobs as we go "Bowling for Jobs" starting at 1:00PM Saturday, September 25, 2010 at Thunderbowl Lanes in Allen Park. Bowling activities will take place from 1:00-3:00PM and will include a silent auction and tin can raffle.

Other ways to support Goodwill on September 25 include donating your e-waste (computer accessories) and gently used clothing or housewares at Thunderbowl from 8:00AM to Noon. The highest quality items collected will be sold at Goodwill's new Metro Detroit flagship retail store, scheduled to open this fall in Canton.

Individual tickets are available for $20 each. To purchase tickets online, please visit Goodwill Detroit Bowling for Jobs. Tickets can also be purchased at the door.

Leo Sarkisian, aka 'The Music Man' is coming to town. Sarkisian will make remarks about his musical experiences on Monday, September 30 at the Hatcher Graduate Library - University of Michigan. Sarkisian, an internationally known musician and ethnomusicologist, broadcast for Voice of America in Africa for forty years. Known as “The Music Man” he hosted “Music Time in Africa” on VOA. Several of the musical instruments that he donated to the U-M Stearns Collection will be on display. Reception to follow.

Sponsored by MLibrary and the African Studies Center

If you are currently unemployed and looking for work or considering a job change, join experienced Human Resources professionals and Career Transition Specialists for the Canton Re-Employment Workshops (CREW). The meetings will take place every Wednesday for eight weeks, beginning Wednesday, September 15th from 7:00-8:30PM. Participation is free but participants must email TeamCantonCrew@comcast.net.

Get together with other fourth graders and talk about a great book! Register online, and then check out the book at the Children’s Desk.
Program Date: Thursday, September 23 from 5:00-5:45PM
Book Title: The Great Brain by John Fitzgerald

Registration opens today for the Second Grade Book Discussion on Tuesday, September 21st at 5:00PM. This month we'll be talking about Pinky and Rex and the Just-Right Pet! Register online, then pick up a copy of the book at the Children's Desk. See you there!

Just a reminder — registration for the Third Grade Book Group starts Wednesday, September 8, 2010. The book group is open to kids in the Third Grade and will meet on Wednesday, September 22, 2010 from 5:00-5:45PM. This month we will be reading Marvin Redpost: Kidnapped at Birth? After you register, be sure to stop by the Children's Reference Desk to pick up a copy of the book. See you there!

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.

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!

This program has been discontinued

The Canton Public Library and Canton Economic Development have teamed up to help our community "check out" Canton businesses. It works like the very popular Museum Adventure Pass program. Local businesses supply special offers that you can check out from the library with your library card. Use the passes to save on goods and services throughout Canton.

If your business is interested in participating in this program, please contact Canton Economic Development at (734) 394-5182.