Hey Tigers fans! Join me in congratulating our pitcher, Justin Verlander, on his amazing no hitter this past weekend against Toronto! This doesn't happen every day, and it has only happened twice in the career of Mr. Verlander and only a handful of times in all of Detroit Tigers history! While waiting for the next game to start, be sure to check-out one of our awesome baseball books, to keep you busy until the announcer once again yells, "Play Ball!"

Hey Tigers fans! Did you get the chance to see our team beat the Chicago White Sox this weekend? Truly a weekend of great baseball! A little chilly for the season, but you could feel the excitement with each of our boys crossing over homeplate. Be sure to check out the Official Detroit Tigers website for all the latest on our team and you chance to order tickets and be at the game! Now that baseball season has begun, I can smell spring in the air!

The Detroit Red Wings are heading into game 2 in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Phoenix Coyotes! The Wings have home ice advantage and lead the series. Relive and learn about the Stanley Cup in our collection of books and DVDs. Catch them in action on April 16th at 1:00PM and cheer them on to another Cup!

Beginning at 3:00PM the Red Wings take on the Nashville Predators as they wind down the regular season. Then at 4:10PM the Tigers play the New York Yankees where Brad Penny will be matched up against former teammate A.J. Burnett. March Madness continues at 6:00PM with the Final Four NCAA Div I Men's Basketball Championship. First Four winner VCU and Butler vie for a berth to the Championship game. University of Kentucky and University of Connecticut continue the excitement in their bid to the Title at 8:45PM. Grab your snacks, spirit wear, and fresh batteries for the remote and enjoy!

If you loved watching Kristi Yamaguchi skate her way to Olympic Gold a few years back or loved watching her elegantly dance herself to the top on Dancing with the Stars, then you are in luck! Kristi is coming to the Novi Borders at 6:00PM on March 30, 2011 to sign her new picture book, "Dream Big, Little Pig." Enjoy listening to her read the book and have fun meeting her while she signs your very own copy! Click here for more information! Also, if you want to brush up on your ice skating, be sure to read our great selection of ice skating books.

Now that Spring is finally here and Opening Day is only a couple of weeks away, it's time to get back into the baseball swing of things! You can do that by watching some of the many great baseball themed films and documentaries in the Library's collection — or by reading up on your own Detroit Tigers. Batter up!

Feature Films

The Bad News Bears — In the orignal version, Walter Matthau is a grumbling beer-guzzling former minor-league pitcher who gets roped into coaching a band of half-pint misfits somewhat loosely called a team.

Hi Everyone! Be sure to check out this article from the Canton Patch. The very lucky students of Field Elementary got a visit from Detroit Red Wing Nicklas Lindstrom. He spent some time talking to them about exercise, proper eating, and being healthy. Also, be sure to check out our hockey books… it's a great sport that will definitely keep you physically fit. Enjoy!

Reminder: Deadline to enter for free Pistons tickets is April 4th. Tickets for the Detroit Red Wings are sold out.

Let's all heave a sigh of relief as Super Bowl 2011 is officially over! Now, I just watch the game for the commercials, and I am sure I am not the only one, but for those of you out there who watched the game because it was a football game, well, congrats to the Green Bay Packers! The game was a bit of a nailbiter, but I have to say, I am pleased with the outcome. For those of you who rooted for the Steelers, my condolences. Here's looking forward to Super Bowl 46!

Why does e=mc2: (and why should we care?) by Brian Cox and Jeff Forshaw

Going home to glory: a memoir of life with Dwight D.

Well football fans, we are getting down to the nitty-gritty here in the 2010 to 2011 football season. There are only 23 days left until Super Bowl 45 in Arlington, Texas. Are you gearing up for the big event? Have you bought all your cheesy snacks and carbonated beverages yet? Is your favorite team going to be the one to raise the trophy at the end of the night? For all the latest and greatest information concerning this year's Super Bowl event, check out the official website here. I'm on pins and needles… are you?

April 15, 2011 will celebrate the 64th Anniversary of Jackie Robinson's color barrier breaking achievement as a player for the Brooklyn Dodgers. The Detroit Tigers invite Michigan schools to participate in the 15th Annual Jackie Robinson Art, Essay and Poetry Contest, celebrating this hero of Baseball. For more information, click here to be taken to the webpage on the Detroit Tigers website. Entries are due by 5:00PM March 4, 2011 and need to be submitted to:

Detroit Tigers, Inc.
Attn: Sam Abrams
Manager of Player Relations, Youth and Sports Programs
2100 Woodward Ave.
Detroit, MI 48201

Good luck!

This is the most comprehensive guide to ski and snowboard areas in Michigan. No matter your skill level, Michigan is the place to go downhill skiing. With more than 40 Michigan downhill skiing resorts, the silvery slopes of Michigan offer the best Alpine skiing in the Midwest. So let's head up the lift and get a little closer to the bright blue sky where the beauty of downhill skiing is Pure Michigan.

Now that we have made it past Thanksgiving, and with Christmas right around the corner, Rose Bowl time is very quickly coming upon us. This year, on January 1, 2011, we will be able to watch the 122nd Tournament of Roses Parade (my favorite part of the day) followed by the 97th Rose Bowl Game. Wish I was in California to see that (well, mostly the parade, but I am sure the game is fun too)! Check out the Tournament of Roses official website for more information. Also, be sure to check out our great books on the Rose Bowl. Happy reading!

The Detroit Red Wings are back in town for a three game homestretch which includes the Ducks, Coyotes and Predators. After a good start to their season, the Wings hope to continue the trend. Chris Osgood remains three victories away from his 400th NHL career win. Tune in this season to see him capture it!

Photo courtesy of AP Images

Celebrating a birthday today is Reidel Anthony, wide receiver for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He is turning 34 years old today! Some ways you can celebrate include checking out a book on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, peek at the Tampa Bay official website, or go outside and toss around the ol' football with some friends. Maybe even eat a little cake, too.

1. 1983 Michigan Panthers win USFL Championship
2. 1984 Detroit Tigers are World Series Champs
3. 1986 Michigan State Spartans win NCAA Men’s Hockey Championship
4. 1988 Detroit Drive win first ArenaBowl Championship
5. 1989 Michigan Wolverines win their first NCAA Men’s Basketball Championship
6. 1989 Detroit Pistons win their first NBA Championship
7. 1989 Detroit Drive are ArenaBowl Champs
8. 1990 Pistons win NBA Championship
9. 1990 Detroit Drive win ArenaBowl Championship
10. 1991 Detroit Turbos win the National Lacrosse League Championship
11. 1992 Detroit Rockers are National Professional Soccer League Champions
12. 1992 Detroit Drive win their fourth and final ArenaBowl Championship
13. 1995 Plymouth Whalers are the OHL Champions
14. 1996 Michigan Wolverines win NCAA Championship in Men’s Hockey
15. 1997 University of Michigan Wolverines win share of NCAA Football Championship with Nebraska
16. 1997 Detroit Red Wings win the Stanley Cup, first in 42 years
17. 1997 Detroit Vipers are IHL Champs winning their only Joseph Turner Memorial Cup
18. 1998 Michigan Wolverines win NCAA Men’s Hockey Championship
19. 1998 Red Wings are Stanley Cup Champions
20. 2000 Michigan State Spartans win NCAA Men’s Basketball Championship
21. 2001 Detroit Dogs win American Basketball (ABA 2000) Championship
22. 2002 Red Wings win their 10^th Stanley Cup
23. 2003 Detroit Shock win WNBA Championship
24. 2004 Detroit Pistons win their third NBA Championship
25. 2006 Shock are WNBA Champs
26. 2007 Michigan State Spartans win Men’s NCAA Hockey Championship
27. 2007 Plymouth Whalers win OHL Championship
28. 2008 Detroit Red Wings win the Stanley Cup
29. 2008 Detroit Shock are WNBA Champs
30. 2010 University of Michigan wins NCAA Men's Gymnastics Championship

Will the Spartans retain the Paul Bunyan Trophy when they travel to the Big House for the in-state battle with the Wolverines?? Wear your team colors and tune in Saturday, 3:30PM to find out! It's sure to be an exciting game as both teams are undefeated and ranked; Michigan State 17 and Michigan 18. The two schools have played over 100 times and the rivalry has been played continuously for 64 seasons.

Only six more chance to see the Detroit Tigers this year at Comerica Park and it happens this week and weekend. Experience Fan Appreciation Weekend when the Tigers take on Minnesota and get free givaways beginning Friday. Don't miss out on a camouflage baseball hat, a knit hat or free poster, order tickets today!

It's official… football pre-season is upon us. The Detroit Lions have come roaring out of the gate this past weekend with a win over the Cleveland Browns. Tune in and gear up as maybe this will be a sign of good things to come. While you are waiting for the next tramplefest, be sure to check out the great books we have on the Detroit Lions. Grrrrr!