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From CADL Stockbridge

In January, join a book group or watch a movie by Head Librarian Sherri McConnell If reading is your favorite winter activity and you like to discuss what you’re reading with others, CADL Stockbridge offers two book discussion groups. The After-hours Book Group meets at the library on the third Wednesday of the month (Jan. […]

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Library, Smith teachers team up to help young readers

The Stockbridge Library and Smith first grade teachers joined forces this school year to bring the joy of reading to young students. “Smith Elementary has been focusing more deeply on literacy since the COVID pandemic,” first grade teacher Michelle Burke said. “Teachers, along with our literacy coach, Katherine Anderson, have been implementing research-based instructional practices […]

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From CADL Stockbridge

November packed with activities at Stockbridge Library by Head Librarian Sherri McConnell You may still be eating leftover Halloween candy, but our thoughts are now turning toward snow, pumpkin pie, wreaths, and trees decorated with twinkling lights. As we enter that season of warm family gatherings and earlier sunsets, the Stockbridge Branch is offering several […]

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From CADL Stockbridge

Check out the new bikes at Stockbridge Branch Library by Head Librarian Sherri McConnell When I began working at the Stockbridge Branch in 2019, I was delighted to discover the Mike Levine Lakelands Trail running through town. Several times each summer since then, I bring my bicycle to work with me and enjoy a peaceful, […]

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From CADL Stockbridge

Library millage on Aug. 2 ballot in Ingham County by Head Librarian Sherri McConnell Capital Area District Libraries’ millage is up for restoration and renewal on the Aug. 2 ballot for those who own homes in Ingham County. The millage provides 90% of CADL’s operating budget. If the millage does not pass, many library services […]

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From CADL Stockbridge

Library’s Wednesday hours expand, Wonders series continues by Head Librarian Sherri McConnell You asked and we heard you. The Stockbridge Branch is now open until 7 p.m. on Wednesdays. Now you have more time to pick up a hold, choose a movie, send a fax or play with LEGOs. Our open hours throughout the week […]

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FROM CADL STOCKBRIDGE

Summer Reading Challenge offers Oceans of Possibilities by Head Librarian Sherri McConnell We are looking forward to Oceans of Possibilities with reading prizes, performers, guests, and weekly activities during our Summer Reading Challenge. Wednesday Wonders is a series of programs running from June 22 to July 27 at 10:30 a.m. It includes Ming the Magnificent […]

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From CADL Stockbridge

Plants and planting are on the library’s calendar by Head Librarian Sherri McConnell The risk of a snowstorm is probably gone, and the soil is warming up, which means it’s time to get in the garden. Capital Area District Libraries is offering several gardening programs, and two are right here at the Stockbridge branch. Learn […]