Friends of the Library
U-M Museum of Natural History - Fossils
Come join our friends from the U-M Museum of Natural History as we explore the secrets of Earth's history buried underground. On July 12 from 2:00-3:00 PM, we will learn about what fossils are, how they form and what they can teach us. We will even get to dig for our very own specimen!
Real Heros Read Book Talk and Author Visit
On July 2, from 11:00 AM-12:00 PM, Michigan authors David Anthony and Charles David Clasman will introduce us to their super fun and exciting chapter book series, Heroes A2Z. Set in Traverse City, Michigan, this series follows twins Abigail and Andrew and their baby sister, Zoe as they face exciting adventures, mind boggling mysteries and don't forget the aliens! Books will be available for purchase and authors will be available to sign them, but there will also be free book giveaways, too. So come on in to hear about Superhero kids fighting crime before bedtime.
Cock-a-Doodle Dance Party
Cock-A-Doodle Doooooo! Come join author Christine Tricarico on July 17 from 10:00-11:00 AM for a rockin'read-aloud, doodle dance lesson and book signing at her Cock-a-doodle Dance Party! Children from birth through 5 years old will love the antics of these rawkus farm animals.
Ms Carissa Rocks!
Carissa Knoles has been strumming to the beat of her own guitar since the young age of 14. When a guitar playing crush said, “girls don’t really play guitar,” she went out and bought one the very next day and has been rocking happily ever after! Since graduating with a Bachelors Degree in Children and Families from the University of Michigan in May 2010, Carissa has combined her knack for music and her passion for Early Childhood into the Music with Ms. Carissa program. Carissa has written her own original songs for the imaginative minds of the young and the young at heart. Join us in welcoming Ms. Carissa on July 30 from 10:00-11:00 AM. Although Ms Carissa generally plays to the 5 and under crowd, all ages are welcome to rock out!Secondhand Prose Special Sale
The Secondhand Prose used bookstore (brought to you by the Friends of the Canton Public Library) is happy to offer a great deal on gifts for the whole family, including yourself!
Special sale this week (May 28 - June 4) in the bookstore!!
Hardcover mysteries 3 for $1.00
May 28, 2013
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Author Luis Carlos Montalvan
Captain Luis Montalvan returned home from his second tour of duty in Iraq, having survived stab wounds, a traumatic brain injury, and three broken vertebrae. But the pressures of civilian life and his injuries proved too much to bear. Physical disabilities, agoraphobia, and crippling PTSD drove him to the edge of suicide. That's when he met Tuesday - his best friend forever. Tuesday came with his own history of challenges: from the Puppies Behind Bars program, to a home for troubled boys, to the streets of Manhattan, Tuesday blessed many lives on his way to Luis. Until Tuesday unforgettably twines the story of man and dog. Come to the library on Wednesday, June 5 from 6:30-8:30 PM to hear Captain Montalvan tell his story of finding his best friend and partner in life, his dog Tuesday. Books will be available for purchase and signing after the program.April Bookstore Specials
The Secondhand Prose used bookstore (brought to you by the Friends of the Canton Public Library) is happy to offer April buys where you can get a great deal on gifts for the whole family, including yourself!
Buy 2 get 1 free-Everything in the bookstore!!
(except specially priced book section, CDs and DVDs)
Bag Sale
Fill a bag and purchase the lot for just $5 (some restrictions may apply):- Friday, April 26, 10:00 AM-4:00 PM
- Saturday, April 27, 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
- Monday, April 29, 10:00 AM-4:00 PM
Apr 02, 2013
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March Bookstore Specials
The Secondhand Prose used bookstore (brought to you by the Friends of the Canton Public Library) is happy to offer February buys where you can get a great deal on gifts for the whole family, including yourself!
Buy 2 get 1 free-All adult fiction
History, religion, self help and biographies
Bag Sale
Fill a bag and purchase the lot for just $5 (some restrictions may apply):- Friday, March 22, 10:00 AM-4:00 PM
- Saturday, March 23, 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
- Monday, March 25, 10:00 AM-4:00 PM
Mar 05, 2013
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February Special
The Secondhand Prose used bookstore (brought to you by the Friends of the Canton Public Library) is happy to offer February buys where you can get a great deal on gifts for the whole family, including yourself!
Buy 2 get 1 free-All adult fiction
Romance, mystery, science fiction and inspirational novels.
Bag Sale
Fill a bag and purchase the lot for just $5 (some restrictions may apply):- Friday, February 22, 10:00 AM-4:00 PM
- Saturday, February 23, 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
- Monday, February 25, 10:00 AM-4:00 PM
Feb 02, 2013
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Secondhand Prose Holiday Hours
Holiday hours for Secondhand Prose bookstore:
- Closed December 24th and 25th
- Open December 26th, 2:00-8:00 PM
- Closed December 31st and January 1st
- Open January 2nd, 2:00-8:00 PM
Dec 05, 2012
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December Bookstore Specials
The Secondhand Prose used bookstore (brought to you by the Friends of the Canton Public Library) is happy to offer December buys where you can get a great deal on gifts for the whole family, including yourself!
1/2 Off
Specially priced books and Christmas themed books.Bag Sale
Fill a bag and purchase the lot for just $5 (some restrictions may apply):- Friday, December 14, 10:00 AM-4:00 PM
- Saturday, December 15, 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
- Monday, December 17, 10:00 AM-4:00 PM
Dec 01, 2012
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November Bookstore Specials
The Secondhand Prose used bookstore (brought to you by the Friends of the Canton Public Library) is happy to offer November buys where you can get a great deal on gifts for the whole family, including yourself!
Buy two get one free
Cookbooks, crafts, children's and self help.Bag Sale
Fill a bag and purchase the lot for just $5 (some restrictions may apply):- Friday, November 16, 10:00 AM-4:00 PM
- Saturday, November 17, 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
- Monday, November 19, 10:00 AM-4:00 PM
Nov 05, 2012
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October Bookstore Specials
The Secondhand Prose used bookstore (brought to you by the Friends of the Canton Public Library) is happy to offer October buys where you can get a great deal on gifts for the whole family, including yourself!
- Buy two get one free — All adult fiction (mysteries, novels, romance, science fiction and westerns)
- Buy two get one free — Self-help
Bag Sale
Fill a bag and purchase the lot for just $5 (some restrictions may apply):- Friday, October 26, 10:00 AM-4:00 PM
- Saturday, October 27, 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
- Monday, October 29, 10:00 AM-4:00 PM
Oct 01, 2012
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Origami Expert, Charles Esseltine
Join origami expert, Charles Esseltine, on Thursday, October 4 from 7:00-8:00 PM to learn about basic folds and shapes. Charles will demontrate a variety of origami models, including some fun, Halloween designs. All materials will be provided. All ages and experience levels welcome. Registration is required and will open on September 25. Little hands will need assistance from big hands. Warning: All attendants must arrive willing to have fun!Photo used with permission by origamiguy1971.
September Bookstore Specials
The Secondhand Prose used bookstore (brought to you by the Friends of the Canton Public Library) is happy to offer September buys where you can get a great deal on gifts for the whole family, including yourself!
- 1/2 Off — Crafts and cookbooks
- 8 for $1.00 — Children and youth
Bag Sale
Fill a bag and purchase the lot for just $5 (some restrictions may apply):- Friday, September 21, 10:00 AM-4:00 PM
- Saturday, September 22, 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
- Monday, September 24, 10:00 AM-4:00 PM
Sep 01, 2012
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August Bookstore Specials
The Secondhand Prose used bookstore (brought to you by the Friends of the Canton Public Library) is happy to offer August buys where you can get a great deal on gifts for the whole family, including yourself!
Buy two get one free
Hard back mystery, romance and novelsBag Sale
Fill a bag and purchase the lot for just $5 (some restrictions may apply):- Friday, August 24, 10:00 AM-4:00 PM
- Saturday, August 25, 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
- Monday, August 27, 10:00 AM-4:00 PM
Aug 01, 2012
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Butterfly Wings and Musical Things
This unique program combines interactive storytelling, beautiful music, full audience participation and hands-on fun with musical instruments. From 2:00-3:00 PM on Friday, July 13, The Storytellers present music and instruments from the Caribbean, West Africa, North America, Brazil, Australia and other countries. Children will be invited to play various instruments at this memorable storytelling concert.[BW music by buttons.butterflies is licensed under CC BY SA 2.0]
Traditional Folk Dance
On Monday, July 9 from 7:00-8:00 PM, Jim McKinney of the Golden Griffon Stringtet will instruct us on and "call out" a litany of traditional folk dances. This lively, energetic and very fun program harks back to a different time when do-si-dos and sashays were the hot new thing. Costumes optional. Come join the fun![Austen folk dancing by Michael R Perry is used under CC BY-SA 2.0]
July Bookstore Specials
The Secondhand Prose used bookstore (brought to you by the Friends of the Canton Public Library) is feeling the holiday spirit, and during July you can get a great deal on gifts for the whole family, including yourself!
Christmas in July
All specially-priced books 50% off.Bag Sale
Fill a bag and purchase the lot for just $5 (some restrictions may apply):- Friday, July 27, 10:00 AM-4:00 PM
- Saturday, July 28, 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
- Monday, July 30, 10:00 AM-4:00 PM
Jul 03, 2012
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Copper Tom: Music, Comedy and Storytelling
Copper Tom incorporates cool, sometimes arcane, rhythms into accessible songs. He draws inspiration from American roots music, including old time country, blues and roots rock and roll. He might even throw in a little New Orleans funk, Trinidadian calypso, reggae and some fun tales to boot. Join us on Wednesday, July 25 from 7:00-8:00 PM as we sing and dance to Copper Tom's eclectic music.