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Youth Mario Kart Tournament

Wed, Jul 29, 9:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Nelson Township Branch · Ages 5–10

It's esports time for kids ages 5-10! Bring your friends to play Mario Kart using Nintendo Switch. Many will enter, but only one will be crowned champion! Space is limited; first come, first served. Doors open 5 minutes before the program begins, and program begins promptly at the scheduled time.

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Music with Miss Katie Sings

Wed, Jul 8, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Nelson Township Branch

Join Miss Katie Sings for a fun time of music and movement! Experience fingerplays, singalongs, shakers, scarves and more as you enjoy new and familiar songs rooted in creative play, kindness and community.

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Nelson Township/ Sand Lake Branch Library

88 Eighth Street

Nelson Township/ Sand Lake Branch Library is a public branch library in Sand Lake, MI. Open 2,084 hours per year across 52 weeks. The facility is 8,736 square feet.

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Nelson Township Branch

88 Eighth St.

The Nelson Township library began providing library services to the community as part of the Women’s Club in the 1920s. The library moved several times before it made its home in 1978 in the Nelson Township Hall. On May 18, 2007, a brand-new 8,350-square-foot library opened at 88 Eighth Street. This

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Pet Show

Tue, Aug 4, 2:30 PM–3:30 PM UTC · Nelson Township Branch

Your pet is a star! Every critter's a winner in this unique show designed to put the spotlight on your furry, scaly or feathered friend. All acts must pre-register. Visit the library for details.

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Teen | Intro to Visible Mending

Mon, Jul 27, 5:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Nelson Township Branch · Ages 10–17

Mending helps us take eco-steps toward sustainability by minimizing clothing waste, as well as unnecessary spending on new garments. This workshop will focus on mending clothing you already have using visible mending techniques! All notions and tools will be provided, however feel free to bring...

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Monster Truck Mayhem!

Tue, Jun 16, 2:30 PM–3:30 PM UTC · Nelson Township Branch

Supercharge your library visit with monster trucks. This program will provide preschoolers with monster truck-themed crafts and activities. Zoom over to our event for a Wheelie great time.

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Gather 2 Grow! Lunches at the Library

Fri, Jun 12, 4:00 PM–5:00 PM UTC · Nelson Township Branch

KDL is proud to partner with Feeding America West Michigan to provide free lunches for students under the age of 18 or up to 26 years of age for people with disabilities. ( Easy pick-up, shelf-stable , nutritious meals are pre-packaged with several options available to fit almost any dietary need.).

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Dinosaur Drawing

Wed, Jun 24, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Nelson Township Branch

Using basic shapes, learn to create your favorite dinosaurs! No prior drawing experience is needed. Bring your own pencils, paper and erasers if desired; the library will also provide these supplies.

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Teen Zone | Switch It Up!

In 1 week · Sat, Apr 18, 2:00 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Nelson Township Branch · Ages 10–17

Ready for the ultimate gaming hangout? We’ve got controllers for eight players, a huge selection of your favorite games, plus a projector to blow it up large. Team up or face off — it’s time to Switch it up!

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KDL Lab Experience: Totally Tubular

Wed, Jul 1, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Nelson Township Branch

Make connections as you create and design with our tube-shaped builders. We’ve got pipes, tubes and straws for you to explore. What is KDL Lab Experience?

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Foam Party

Sat, Jun 27, 2:00 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Nelson Township Branch

Frolic in foam bubbles and listen to child-friendly tunes, all while having a bubbly blast. Swimwear and a towel for each child is helpful. Footwear that can get wet is also recommended.

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KDL Lab Experience: Inventing America

Sat, May 16, 2:00 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Nelson Township Branch

Celebrate 250 years of American inventions and ingenuity through hands-on STEAM fun at the library. What is KDL Lab Experience?

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Teen | Themed Guided Painting

Mon, Jul 20, 5:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Nelson Township Branch · Ages 10–17

Paint a picturesque Northern Lights landscape in this guided canvas paint. Space is limited; first come, first served . Doors open 15 minutes before the program.

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KDL Lab Experience: Whirlygigs, Gadgets & Gizmos

Sat, Jun 20, 2:00 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Nelson Township Branch

Spin it, build it, make it move! Join us for a build-and-tinker STEAM adventure where kids invent, experiment and create amazing contraptions that whirl, twist and spin. What is KDL Lab Experience?

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Animal Magic

Wed, Jun 17, 10:00 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Nelson Township Branch

Meet some of the world’s most amazing animals — including mammals, lizards and birds — in this entertaining and educational show.

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Raptors LIVE!

Wed, Jul 15, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Nelson Township Branch · Ages 5–10

Learn all about birds of prey and meet some of the birds from North Sky Raptor Sanctuary in this amazing, live presentation. This program is designed for patrons ages 5 to 10. Patrons outside this age range are welcome to attend; however, the content might be too fast-paced or too simplistic,...

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Rhyme Time Music and Movement

Fri, Jun 5, 2:30 PM–3:30 PM UTC · Nelson Township Branch · Ages Up to 5

Get your wiggles out with rhymes, songs and musical activities. Move and groove together while strengthening motor, listening and early literacy skills. Designed for children ages 0-5 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome.

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Teen Zone | K-Pop Fan Fest

In 3 days · Wed, Apr 8, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Nelson Township Branch · Ages 10–17

Step into the spotlight and celebrate all things K-pop. Create tributes to your favorite groups, derpy mascots and flavors of ramen while jamming and dancing along to your favorite songs. It’s going to be golden!

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KDL Lab Experience: STEAM and Stems

Sat, Jul 25, 2:00 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Nelson Township Branch

Go on a hands-on adventure to uncover the secret life of plants. Young botanists will investigate how things grow from the roots up. Come dig into science! What is KDL Lab Experience?

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Storytime

Tue, Jun 2, 2:30 PM–3:30 PM UTC · Nelson Township Branch · Ages Up to 5

Enjoy stories, music and rhymes while building early literacy and social skills. Designed for children ages 0-5 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome .

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Teen Zone | Bead by Bead

Mon, Jul 6, 5:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Nelson Township Branch · Ages 10–17

Create colorful, pixel-style art with Perler beads! Arrange your design on a pegboard, then watch it fuse together with heat. Perfect for making keychains, magnets and more – bring your creativity and leave with a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.

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Blue Dog Bonanza

In 3 weeks · Tue, Apr 28, 2:30 PM–3:30 PM UTC · Nelson Township Branch

Join us for a playful celebration of imagination inspired by BLUEY™! Kids and families can enjoy crafts, games and creative activities that encourage plenty of imaginative fun. Get ready to play, laugh and explore together! BLUEY™ is a trademark of Ludo Studio Pty Ltd.

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Teen | Bullet Journal Basics

Mon, Jun 15, 5:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Nelson Township Branch · Ages 10–17

Get organized with this crash course in bullet journaling. We will learn the art of habit tracking, goal setting, future planning and how to make a bullet journal work for you. Space is limited; first come, first served. Doors open 15 minutes before the program begins.

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Teen Zone | Summer Drip

Mon, Jul 13, 5:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Nelson Township Branch · Ages 10–17

Join us for a creative and colorful program designed to engage teens in a hands-on activity that celebrates the bright and vibrant spirit of summer. Participants will design and create tie-dye accessories such as drawstring bags, bandanas and more!

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Teen Zone | Mythic Mashup Artist Edition

Mon, Jun 29, 5:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Nelson Township Branch · Ages 10–17

Craft a creature using fine art materials; come and create some wild and wacky mashups. Give your creation limbs, fins and heads of different animals to make your vision come alive!

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Teen | Zentangle: A Beginners Guide to Drawing for Fun

Mon, Jun 8, 5:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Nelson Township Branch · Ages 10–17

Let's learn Zentangle art, a creative, mindful, relaxing and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. Using simple pen, ink and shading techniques. If you can make stick figures, this class is for you! Space is limited; first come, first served. Doors open 15 minutes...

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