Library Happenings

Summer Reading Fun at the Warren Public Library

June 15 - August 3, 2019
All Ages
All Warren Library Locations

Patrons of all ages are invited to join us this summer for A Universe of Stories Summer Reading Club. Everyone will have a chance to win prizes just by reading and attending library programs. This year's prizes include Amazon gift cards, an iPad Mini 4, a Kindle Fire 7 tablet, Razor scooters, a bike, tickets to The Henry Ford, tickets to the Detroit Zoo, and much more. And, or course, the prize wheels and the prize baskets will return. New this year for teens: scratch-off prize tickets. Stop by your local branch or visit warrenlibrary.readsquared.com beginning June 15 to sign up. The Warren Public Library's Summer Reading Club is sponsored by the Friends of the Warren Public Library.

Featured
Adult Programs

Marimba Music Concert

6:30 pm Thursday
June 6
Civic Center Library
While playing beautiful music from the greatest classical composers, Paul Demick shares his musical journey as well as interesting facts about the composers and their music. Furthermore, Paul will educate listeners on his wonderful instrument, the marimba.

To register, please call 586.574.4564. This event will take place in the Conference Room next to the Civic Center Library.

Clay Pot Painting

6:00 pm Monday
June 10

Civic Center Library

Stop by the library to show off your creative side and paint a clay pot for your home or garden. Clay pots, plants, and soil will be supplied.

To register, please call 586.574.4564. This event will take place in the Conference Room next to the Civic Center Library.

Forensic Scientist: Missing Persons Unit
6:00 pm Thursday, June 13
Civic Center Library

Join Michigan State Police Detective Sergeant Sarah Krebs as she discusses her work in the Missings Persons Unit and how it collaborates with unidentified remains cases. She is also an Amber Alert Coordinator and will educate attendees on this very important program.

To register, please call 586.574.4564. This event will take place in the Conference Room next to the Civic Center Library.

Birding Across Michigan

6:00 pm Tuesday
June 18

Civic Center Library

"Birding" is getting outdoors to see and learn about birds with each season bringing different species. This presentation uses photos, videos, and audio to explain the joys of birding and lays out a strategy for birding the Great Lakes State. Presenter Greg Bodker promises that, along the way, you will see some of Michigan's beautiful scenery and wildlife.

To register, please call 586.574.4564. This event will take place in the Conference Room next to the Civic Center Library.

Cutting Costs with Coupons
6:00 pm Wednesday
June 19
Busch Branch Library
Jolyn Felten from bargainstobounty.com (a free online Michigan money-saving resource) will share the best ways to save the most money with coupons through strategic shopping. You will also learn how to find and organize coupons, understand the anatomy of coupons, stretch your money without coupons, and more. It is not that hard to lower your grocery budget - learn the tricks.

To register, please call 586.353.0580. This event will take place in the Hilary Kutella Community Room.

Author Visit: Mickey Lyons
Author of Wicked Detroit

6:00 pm Thursday
June 20
Miller Branch Library
The Motor City boasts a long and sordid history of scoundrels, cheats, and ne'er-do-wells. Join local author, historian, and creator of the blog ProhibitionDetroit.com, Mickey Lyons, as she presents the stories of the colorful characters who shaped the city we know today.

To register, please call 586.751.5377. This event will take place in Conference Room A at the Warren Community Center.

Astronomy 101
6:00 pm Wednesday
June 26
Busch Branch Library
Come out and hear Jonathan Kade, a member of the Warren Astronomical Society, discuss the universe around us.

To register, please call 586.353.0580. This event will take place in the Hilary Kutella Community Room.

The Legacy of the Apollo Program
6:00 pm Thursday
June 27
Civic Center Library
Warren Astronomical Society Outreach Officer Bob Trembley visits the library to discuss how the work of the Apollo Program astronauts continues to shape NASA research today. From the further study of the 842 pounds of moon samples brought back to the 2020 mission to return materials from an asteroid, the Apollo Program is as relevant as ever.

To register, please call 586.574.4564. This event will take place in the Conference Room next to the Civic Center Library.

Featured
Teen Programs

Teen Summer Reading Kickoff: Supernova Night

6:00-9:30 pm Friday
June 14

Civic Center Library
Entering Grades 7 through 12
Celebrate the beginning of summer with an explosion of fun. We will have an inflatable jousting arena, video games, pizza, music, crafts, and more. Dress as your favorite fandom character for a cosplay contest.

No registration is required for this drop-in program. You must arrive by 7:00 pm. Open to those entering grades 7 through 12 with school I.D., Michigan state I.D., or driver's license only. This is a parent-free event. This event will take place in the Civic Center Atrium and the Confererence Room next to the Civic Center Library.

DIY Henna

6:30 pm Tuesday, June 4

Miller Branch Library
Ages 10 to 14
The library will provide henna paste and example patterns so you can try your hand at applying henna designs to yourself or a friend. Parent or legal guardian will need to sign a consent form in person.

To register, please call 586.751.5377.

Teen Spot

2:00 - 4:00 pm Saturday, June 8
Civic Center Library
Join us at the library for your very own Teen Spot. Everyone needs some time to just relax and hang out. We will have snacks, gaming systems, artificial intelligence kits, virtual reality headsets, crafts, and more.

No registration is required for this drop-in program. This is a parent-free event. This event will take place in the Conference Room next to the Civic Center Library.

Taste Fest: Potato Chips and Root Beer edition

2:00 - 4:00 pm Saturday

June 8 during Teen Spot
Civic Center Library
Ages 12 to 17
Put your taste buds to the test as you try to guess the flavor of some popular potato chips and quench your thirst with a sampling of root beers.

To register, please call 586.751.0770. This event will take place in the Conference Room next to the Civic Center Library.

Cookies and Canvas

2:00 pm Wednesday
June 19

Civic Center Library
Ages 10 to 17
Learn to paint a masterpiece while enjoying some delicious cookies.

To register, please call 586.751.0770. This event will take place in the Conference Room next to the Civic Center Library.

Anime Club

2:00 pm Saturday
June 22

Civic Center Library
Ages 12 to 17
Do you like anime and manga? Longtime fans and curious newcomers are invited to watch anime, talk to other fans, create themed crafts, and enjoy snacks. A Crunchyroll 30 day Premium account code will be raffled off at this event.

To register, please call 586.751.0770. This event will take place in the Conference Room next to the Civic Center Library.

Constellation Candle Holders

6:30 pm Tuesday, June 25

Miller Branch Library
Ages 10 to 14
Turn a simple tin can into a glowing constellation candle holder with just a pattern, hammer, and nail.

To register, please call 586.751.5377.

Galaxy Crafts
3:00 pm Thursday
June 27
Busch Branch Library
Ages 10 to 17
Make crafts that put the beauty of space in the palm of your hand including galaxy in a jar.

To register, please call 586.353.0580. This event will take place in the Hilary Kutella Community Room.

Featured
Children's Programs

PAWS to Read

Civic Center Library
Mondays at 4:30 pm and
Wednesdays at 5:00 pm

The PAWS program welcomes new and struggling readers to read to a therapy dog. The goal is to provide a non-judgmental atmosphere in which kids can read without correction or interruption and learn not just to read, but to love reading as well. This is a drop-in program. Please call within an hour prior to each session to confirm the therapy dog will visit.

Summer Reading Opening Events

Saturday June 15

Join us at one of our branches to kick-off Summer Reading in style.

Burnette Branch Library
9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Please join us for a day of fun including games, crafts, and prizes. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.

Busch Branch Library
Ming the Magnificent
1:00 pm
Magician Ming Louie will be here to amaze and entertain us with his unique style of magic. After the show, make a craft and practice spinning the prize wheel. To register, please call 586.353.0580. This event will take place in the Hilary Kutella Community Room.

Civic Center Library
Discovery Under the Dome and Star Wars Storytimes
2:00 pm and 3:00 pm
Children in grades K through 5 are invited to join Dinosaur Hill Nature Center in a full immersion planetarium dome for an out-of-this world experience. The show, "Earth's Wild Ride", will fly you above the night sky and let you check out the earth from above. Movie run time is 50 minutes. Children must be able to enjoy the movie in the dome without their parents. Younger siblings are welcome to attend our Star Wars Storytime during the show. An additional Star Wars Storytime will be held at 4:00 pm. To register, please call 586.751.0770. This event will take place in the Conference Room next to the Civic Center Library.

Miller Branch Library
Discovery Under the Dome
11:00 am
Children in grades K through 5 are invited to join Dinosaur Hill Nature Center in a full immersion planetarium dome for an out-of-this world experience. The show, "Earth's Wild Ride", will fly you above the night sky and let you check out the earth from above. Movie run time is 50 minutes. Children must be able to enjoy the movie in the dome without their parents. Younger siblings can enjoy a story and craft as well. To register, please call 586.751.5377. This event will take place in Gym B at the Warren Community Center.

Meet Up and Eat Up

11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Wednesdays and Thursdays
June 26 - August 22

Civic Center Library
All Ages
We are proud to be a Meet Up and Eat Up site again this summer. Children of all ages are invited to join us for a free healthy lunch each week. Lunches are provided only to children younger than 18 and students with special needs up to age 26. Adults are not eligible to receive lunches. Food cannot be removed from the building.

No registration is required. This event will take place in the Civic Center Atrium.

Meteoric Monday: Space STEAM

6:30 pm Monday
June 17

Busch Branch Library
Ages 3 to 11
We will get creative (and a bit scientific) with galaxy slime, moon rocks, and other fun stuff.

To register, please call 586.353.0580. This event will take place in the Hilary Kutella Community Room.

Dino Party

6:30 pm Monday, June 17

Civic Center Library
All Ages

Join us for dinosaur stories, crafts, and a snack. This program is sponsored by Olympia Entertainment. Each attendee will receive a special discount offer for Jurassic World Live at Little Caesars Arena.

To register, please call 586.751.0770. This event will take place in the Conference Room next to the Civic Center Library.

Terrific Tuesday: Cosmic Coloring

6:30 pm Tuesday, June 18

Burnette Branch Library
Ages 3 to 11
Create a celestial masterpiece using Magic Scratch paper.

To register, please call 586.758.2115.

Out of this World Wednesday: Awesome Astronauts

6:30 pm Wednesday
June 19

Civic Center Library
Ages 6 to 11

TechKnowKids is returning to the library to provide us with an evening of fun, hands-on experiments and engineering challenges. Students will engineer a straw rocket, conduct gravity experiments, and sample freeze dried astronaut ice cream.

To register, please call 586.751.0770. This event will take place in the Conference Room next to the Civic Center Library.

Thrilling Thursday: Recycled Rocket/Lunar Rover Building

6:30 pm Thursday
June 20

Miller Branch Library
Ages 5 to 11
Use recycled materials to build your own rocket ship or lunar rover and help decorate the children's area.

To register, please call 586.751.5377. This event will take place in the Children's Area.

Code-It Fridays: littleBits Coding Classes

2:00 pm Fridays
June 21, 28
July 5, 12, 19

Civic Center Library
Ages 8 to 12
Children will learn coding skills with littleBits. They are easy-to-use electronic building blocks that snap together with magnets and empower children to create inventions both large and small. Students will work together to complete a new challenge with littleBits each week.

To register, please call 586.751.0770. This event will take place in the Conference Room next to the Civic Center Library.

Cooking Matters for Kids

2:00 pm Fridays
June 21, 28
July 12, 19, 26
August 2

Busch Branch Library
Ages 8 to 12
Gleaners Community Food Bank will present a free six-week cooking class series for children. Classes will include hands-on cooking demonstrations using several recipes. Children will learn healthy snack ideas, taste samples, and receive a free cookbook.

Registration is required. To register for the six-week series, please call 586.353.0580. A participation waiver signed by a parent or legal guardian is required for each child. Children who attended a previous Cooking Matters for Kids class are not eligible. ***Please note that parental participation is not permitted. While parents must remain in the library during the program, parents are requested not to photograph or participate in sessions.*** This event will take place in the Hilary Kutella Community Room.

Cooking Matters for Families

5:30 pm Tuesdays
June 25
July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Civic Center Library
Ages 8 to 12
Gleaners Community Food Bank will present a free six-week cooking class series for children ages 8 to 12 and one adult. Classes will include hands-on cooking demonstrations with healthy new recipes each week.

Registration is required. To register for the six-week series, please call 586.751.0770. Adults need to stay and participate in the program. A participation waiver signed by a parent or legal guardian is required for each child. Children who attended a previous Cooking Matters for Families class are not eligible. This event will take place in the Conference Room next to the Civic Center Library.

Alien Storytime

11:00 am Saturday
June 22

Civic Center Library
All Ages
Have fun with our neighbors from outer space. Children will hear stories, sing songs, and make an alien craft.

To register, please call 586.751.0770. This event will take place in the Children's Area.

Team STEAM

2:00 pm Saturday
June 22

Busch Branch Library
Ages 5 to 11
Drop by to experiment with some techy things. This project is funded (in part) with a Library Services and Technology Act grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services administered by the Library of Michigan.

To register, please call 586.353.0580. This event will take place in the Hilary Kutella Community Room.

Meteoric Monday: Astronaut Fun

6:30 pm Monday
June 24

Busch Branch Library
Ages 3 to 11
Discover what it takes to be an astronaut with some down-to-earth activities and games.

To register, please call 586.353.0580. This event will take place in the Hilary Kutella Community Room.

Terrific Tuesday: Paws With A Cause

6:30 pm Tuesday, June 25

Burnette Branch Library
All Ages
Paws With A Cause will teach us all about service dogs. Puppies in training as well as fully trained dogs will be at the library to show us what a service dog can do.

To register, please call 586.758.2115.

Out of this World Wednesday: Space Scavenger Hunt

6:30 pm Wednesday
June 26

Civic Center Library
Ages 3 to 11

Children will participate in a scavenger hunt and make a craft.

To register, please call 586.751.0770. This event will take place in the Children's Area.

Thrilling Thursday: Alien Takeover

6:30 pm Thursday
June 27

Miller Branch Library
Ages 5 to 11
Join us for some fun alien games, stories, and crafts.

To register, please call 586.751.5377. This event will take place in Conference Room A at the Warren Community Center.

Art Club: Starry Night Painting

2:00 pm Thursday
June 27

Civic Center Library
Ages 7 to 12
Create your own painting based on the famous work by Vincent Van Gogh.

To register, please call 586.751.0770. This event will take place in the Conference Room next to the Civic Center Library.

Supernatural Intergalactical Magic Spectacular

2:00 pm Saturday
June 29

Civic Center Library
All Ages
Magician Jeff Wawrzaszek will dazzle us with an out-of-this-world magic show.

To register, please call 586.751.0770. This event will take place in the Conference Room next to the Civic Center Library.

Did you know?
The library is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through its virtual branch. Visit www.warrenlibrary.net to:

Renew items
Reserve/request items
Check your library account
Download ebooks, eaudiobooks, music, digital magazines, movies, and more
Use library databases for homework, auto repair, genealogy, job searches, business, consumer reports, and much more

You may now pay any overdue fines with your credit card.

You can access your library records by phone.
Dial 586.203.8725 or 1.877.270.1273 (for southeast Michigan only) and follow the prompts to renew your materials, list available holds ready for pickup, information concerning fines, list of materials checked out, change your pin number, and to hear library hours. You will need your library card number and PIN (which you can obtain at your local library) to access the Sirsi Voice Automation (SVA) system.

You may receive text message notifications.
Stop in and register to receive notifications of overdues, holds, and any bill notices through text messages sent to your mobile device.

In a hurry and do not want to wait in line...

Civic Center and Miller Branch libraries offer selfcheck stations for your convenience.
Call the Civic Center Library and the staff will check out materials to you and place them in a locker that is accessible in the atrium. Call 586.751.0770 for further details.
You may now pay library fines online.

Additional services available at your local library:

All Warren branches offer fax and scanning services - only $1.00 for the first page and $.25 for each additional page.
Notary services are offered at all library branches. Please contact the library branch for further information.
Laminating services are available at the Civic Center Library - only $1.00 per foot.
USB drives are available for purchase at all library branches for $5.00.
Earbuds are available for purchase at all library branches for $1.00.
Non-resident daily Internet guest passes may be purchased for $2.00 per day and can be used at any Warren branch.
Motorized scooter is available at the Civic Center Library for in-house use.
Motorized wheelchair is available at the Miller Branch Library for in-house use.
Children's literature kits are available for checkout at the Civic Center Library.
Baby Lapsit kits are available for checkout at the Miller Branch Library.
STEAM/STEM kits are available for checkout at the Miller Branch and Civic Center Libraries.
Alzheimer's kits are available for checkout at all library branches.
VOX Books are available for checkout at all library branches.
Automatic renewals are available on materials checked out. Renewable items (i.e. materials without holds and non-rental items) will be renewed two days prior to the due date. Items that will not renew include any item with a hold, rental DVDs, and mobile hotspots. Warren items will renew two times. Please check your account online or contact the library for verification of due dates on your items.
Materials not available locally from the Suburban Library Cooperative can be ordered through the state-wide MeLCat system at www.mel.org.

The Civic Center Library has an International Language collection featuring:

Albanian
Arabic
Chinese
French
German
Hindi
Italian
Macedonian
Polish
Russian
Spanish
Ukrainian
Vietnamese

The Busch Branch Library has an International Language collection featuring:

Bengali
Urdu

Locations & Hours

Civic Center Library
1 City Square
586-751-0770

Mon: 12 pm - 8 pm
Tue: 9 am - 8 pm
Wed: 12 pm - 8 pm
Thu: 9 am - 8 pm
Fri: 9 am - 5 pm
Sat: 9 am - 5 pm
Sun: 1 pm - 5 pm (Labor Day through Memorial Day)

Miller Branch Library
5460 Arden
586-751-5377

Mon: 9 am - 5 pm
Tue: 12 pm - 8 pm
Wed: 9 am - 8 pm
Thu: 12 pm - 8 pm
Fri: 9 am - 5 pm
Sat: 9 am - 5 pm

Busch Branch Library
23333 Ryan
586-353-0580

Mon: 12 pm - 8 pm
Tue: 9 am - 5 pm
Wed: 12 pm - 8 pm
Thu: 9 am - 5 pm
Fri: 9 am - 5 pm
Sat: 9 am - 5 pm

Burnette Branch Library
22005 Van Dyke
586-758-2115

Mon: 9 am - 5 pm
Tue: 12 pm - 8 pm
Wed: 9 am - 5 pm
Thu: 12 pm - 8 pm
Fri: 9 am - 5 pm
Sat: 9 am - 5 pm

Discounted Events for Warren Public Library patrons

FRANK The Man The Music
Fox Theatre
8:00 pm Saturday, June 15, 2019
Your Price: $94.10 / $67.10 / $50.00
Box Office Price: $104.00 / $74.00 / $55.00

Peppa Pig Live! "Peppa Pig's Adventure"
Fox Theatre
3:00 pm Sunday, October 13, 2019
Library Price: $24.50 / $40.00 / $54.50

Moscow Ballet's Great Russian Nutcracker
Fox Theatre
12:00 pm, 4:00 pm, or 8:00 pm Sunday, December 22, 2019
Library Price: $28.00 / $43.00 / $58.50 / $73.50 / $81.50 / $105.50

Jurassic World-Live Tour
Little Caesars Arena
Thursday, November 14-Sunday, November 17
Save $5.00 on select show date/times.

More discounted events coming soon.

To order your tickets call 313.471.3095 or purchase online at www.313Presents.com/WarrenPublicLibrary. Use Promo Code WARREN. Please note Internet Explorer does not work with the promo code.

Detroit Tigers Tickets for Warren Public Library patrons

This offer is for the following games:
Friday June 7, Sunday June 16, and Saturday June 29

Seating Locations - Special Offer Price:
Lower Level Corners - $45 ; Lower Level Infield - $55 ; 200 Level - $35 ; 300 Level - $30

To order tickets, go to: https://offer.fevo.com/suburban-library-cooperative-1d4862d?fevoUri=suburban-library-cooperative-1d4862d%2F. This special offer is not available at Comerica Park Box Office. Tickets must be ordered online. These tickets do not guarantee a giveaway. To receive a giveaway you must be among the first 10,000 fans to enter Comerica Park.

The Warren Public Library Presents Movie Nights at Emagine Theatres

The Warren Public Library has teamed up with Emagine Theatre to make a special offer to our Warren Public Library cardholders. For $8.00 on the first Monday of each month during 2019, Warren Public Library cardholders can get one movie ticket and a 44 ounce popcorn at an Emagine Theatre. To redeem this offer, each attendee must present their current Warren Public Library card at time of purchase. This offer is good day and evening at all Emagine Theatres in Southeast Michigan.

VOX Books Now Available at the Warren Public Library

The Warren Public Library is pleased to announce that we now have VOX Books available for checkout at all of our library branches. VOX Books are a combination of a print book and an audiobook for children. The permanently attached VOX Reader transforms a print book into an all-in-one read-along. Children simply push a button to listen and read. Stop by one of our library branches to see what VOX Books are available.

Wi-Fi Mobile Hotspots available for FREE

Wi-Fi Mobile Hotspots are available for circulation at ALL Warren Public Library branches FREE OF CHARGE. With this easy to use device, you can connect your smartphone, tablet, laptop, or other Wi-Fi enabled device and have Internet connectivity wherever you are. Mobile hotspots may be checked out to Warren residents ages 18 years or older for 7 days. There are no renewals. A valid Warren library card and current identification such as a driver's license or Michigan state i.d. are required at checkout. Only one mobile hotspot can be checked out per household. Households must wait 14 days after returning a hotspot before another device can be checked out to any household member from any Warren Public Library. Stop by one of our branches today and ask about this exciting service.

Discover Michigan with your Michigan Activity Pass (MAP)
Did you know that your library card can be your best travel companion? Discover hundreds of Michigan's cultural destinations and natural attractions with your Warren Public Library card. You can "check out" free or discounted admission passes (or other exclusive offers) to hundreds of Michigan state parks, campgrounds, museums, trails, art & cultural destinations, and more. The Michigan Activity Pass Program is presented by The Library Network. Click here to view participating venues.

New Library App Available

The new SLC Libraries Mobile app makes it easy to digitally browse the libraries' collections, get details on items, select an item, checkout or place a hold for later pickup, and even renew items previously checked out. eBooks can be checked out too with the touch of a button. The app's location finder lets patrons find the location and operating hours of the nearest library. Comprehensive account management is built in, including the ability to view/pay fines and fees, and for families, members can link together digital library cards to easily manage multiple accounts.

SLC Libraries Mobile app is available for Apple devices through the App Store and Android/Chromebook devices through Google Play. Try it today.

The Warren Public Library is very excited to announce that hoopla is now available to Warren Public Library cardholders.

Hoopla is a digital platform that offers immediate access to a wide variety of eBooks, eAudiobooks, music, comics & graphic novels, movies, and TV episodes. All of this content is available to Warren Public Library cardholders through the hoopla website or mobile app (available for both iOS and Android). Best of all, there is NO WAITING for titles. The collection contains half a million titles and is growing every day. All of this content is available 24/7 to Warren Public Library cardholders. To access hoopla, click here or go to the library's website.

Need homework help? The Warren Public Library offers Tutor.com, a program that provides students of all ages live, one-to-one help from professional tutors online. Any community member with a library card can use Tutor.com's Learning Suite from any computer or mobile device connected to the Internet by visiting their library's website and clicking on Tutor.com. You will need your library card number and your PIN number. To obtain your PIN number, please visit any Warren Public Library branch with your library card. PIN numbers cannot be given out over the phone.

The Tutor.com Learning Suite, a service of The Princeton Review, combines on-demand, real-time tutoring with several self-study tools to create a robust, personalized learning or job search experience. The live, online tutoring and job search support is available 7 days a week from 4 pm to 11 pm. Many other features such as The Princeton Review's SAT/ACT Essentials Test Prep is available 24/7.

You can access Tutor.com here or from the database page of our website.

Baby Lapsit
(Ages 0-12 months with parent or caregiver)
June 10 - July 27, 2019
Miller Branch Library - Wednesdays @ 2 pm
Designed for the youngest library users and their parents or caregivers. Includes singing, clapping, bouncing, listening to rhymes and stories, and a time to play.  Registration is required. Call 586.751.5377 to register.

Book Tots
(Ages 1 - 2 1/2 years with parent or caregiver)
June 10 - July 27, 2019
Miller Branch Library - Fridays @ 10:00 am
A short storytime for the very young toddler. Includes stories, rhymes, songs, and a time to play.
Registration is required. Call 586.751.5377 to register.

Toddler Time
(Ages 2 & 3 years with parent or caregiver)
June 10 - July 27, 2019
Civic Center Library - Thursdays @ 9:30 am and 11:00 am
A storytime for toddlers, including stories, songs, rhymes, and a craft.  Registration is required. Call 586.751.0770 to register.

Preschool Storytime
(Ages 3 1/2 - 5 years with parent or caregiver)
June 10 - July 27, 2019
Civic Center Library - Thursdays @ 6:30 pm
A storytime designed for independent listeners. Stories, songs, rhymes, and a craft will be included.  Registration is required. Call 586.751.0770 to register.

Family Storytime
June 10 - July 27, 2019
Busch Branch Library - Saturdays @ 10:30 am
A storytime the entire family can enjoy. Includes stories, songs, rhymes, a craft, and toys for the littlest ones. While children of all ages are welcome, stories are chosen for ages 4 to 8.
Registration is required. Call 586.353.0580 to register.

***New Program***
Regie's Rainbow Adventure® Storytime
(Ages 3 - 6 years with parent or caregiver)
June 11 - July 30, 2019
Civic Center Library - Tuesdays @ 10:30 am
This new 8-week storytime will feature interactive stories, creative activities, and small samples of colorful fruits and vegetables to encourage healthy choices. Regie, the broccoli superhero, will have different adventures each week with different colors of the rainbow. Informational handouts about nutrition will be supplied to parents each week.  Registration is required. Call 586.751.0770 to register. This program will be in the Conference Room with the exception of June 11 and July 30. Support for this program is provided by the Michigan Health Endowment fund and the National Kidney Foundation of Michigan.

Storytime Shakeup
(Ages 2 - 5 years with parent or caregiver)
Every Friday of each month in June, July and August.
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Civic Center Library
Join us as we "shake up" our usual storytimes with learning stations, crafts, and sensory activities about math, science, and music.
Registration is required. Registration begins May 10 for the June series, June 14 for the July series, and July 12 for the August series. Please register for each monthly series individually. Call 586.751.0770 to register.

Warren Book Clubs

The Busch Book Group
The Busch Book Group meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 pm in the Hilary Kutella Community Room at the Busch Branch Library. Everyone is welcome. Registration is requested. For more information, please call 586.353.0580.
Upcoming Titles:
June 5 - The Nix by Nathan Hill
July 10 - If the Creek Don't Rise by Leah Weiss
August 7 - The Nightingale by Kristen Hannah

Books, Brew & Banter
Books, Brew & Banter is the library's book club in a brewery. Join us each month to make new friends and enjoy good books, food, drink, and conversation together in a laid back atmosphere. You can pick up copies of the book at the Miller Branch Library. Don't forget, even if you hate the book or do not finish it, come anyway. All are welcome. Registration is required. Call 586.751.5377 to register. In order to give an accurate head count to the venue, registration will close one day prior to the event.
Upcoming Titles and Locations:
June 11, 7:30 pm - Destiny of the Republic by Candice Millard. We will meet at Great Baraboo Brewing Company, 35905 Utica Rd., Clinton Twp, MI 48035.
July 16, 7:30 pm - The Language of Flowers by Vanessa Diffenbaugh. We will meet at Malone's Tavern, 32350 Van Dyke, Warren, MI, 48093.
August 13, 7:30 pm - Everything is Horrible and Wonderful by Stephanie Wittels Wachs. We will meet at Dragonmead Microbrewery, 14600 E. 11 Mile Rd., Warren, MI 48089.

The Warren Reading Group
The Warren Reading Group meets on the second Monday of each month at 6:30 pm in the Mark Twain Room at the Civic Center Library.. Book selections are on reserve at the Civic Center Library. Everyone is welcome. For more information on the book club, please call 586.939.5619.
Upcoming Titles:
June 10 - Transatlantic by Colum McCann
July 8 - Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng
August 12 - Individual presentations

Tuesdays @ 10
Tuesdays @ 10 is a reading and discussion group that meets on the third Tuesday of the month at 10 am in the Mark Twain Room at the Civic Center Library. Everyone is welcome. For more information on the book club, please call 586.574.4564.
Upcoming Titles:
June 18 - Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
July 16 - When Books Went to War: The Stories that Helped Us Win World War II by Molly Guptill Manning
August 20 - World's Fair by E.L. Doctorow

Computer Classes

Introduction to Computers
6:00 - 7:45 pm Thursdays
June 6 & 13
Burnette Branch Library
This is a very basic class designed to introduce the student to the components and functions of a computer. Registration is required. To register, please call 586.758.2115.

Introduction to the Internet
6:00-7:45 pm Thursdays
July 11 & 18
Burnette Branch Library
This is a very basic class on the Internet. Learn how to use a web browser to access the World Wide Web, how to navigate a webpage, and how to find information using Google.  Mouse and keyboard skills required. Registration is required and begins June 13. To register, please call 586.758.2115.

Beginning Word 2010
9:30 am - 11:30 am Wednesdays
August 7 & 14
Civic Center Library
Learn the basics of Word 2010. You will learn how to create and edit documents, insert pictures and tables, format text, and more.
Mouse and keyboard skills required. Registration is required and begins July 11. To register, please call 586.574.4564.

Intermediate Word 2010
9:30 am - 11:30 am Monday
August 19
Civic Center Library
Increase your Word skills with this class that goes beyond the basics. We will cover tabs, Word Art, mail merge, and more. Registration is required and begins July 11. To register, please call 586.574.4564.

Beginning Excel 2010
9:30 am - 11:30 am Mondays
July 1 & 8
Civic Center Library
Learn the basics of Excel 2010. You will learn to create workbooks, enter data, use formulas, and create basic charts.  Mouse and keyboard skills required.  Registration is required and begins June 13. To register, please call 586.574.4564.

Intermediate Excel 2010
9:30 am - 11:30 am Monday
July 22
Civic Center Library
Increase your Excel skills and learn about pivot tables, charts, and functions. Registration is required and begins June 13. To register, please call 586.574.4564.

Beginning PowerPoint 2010
9:30 am - 11:30 am Wednesdays
June 19 & 26
Civic Center Library
Learn the basics of PowerPoint. You will learn how to create a presentation with images, different layouts, and animations.  Mouse and keyboard skills required. Registration is required. To register, please call 586.574.4564.

Find Information with Google
9:30 am - 11:30 am Wednesday
July 31
Civic Center Library
Increase your ability to find the information you need with the world's most popular search engine. Registration is required and begins June 13. To register, please call 586.574.4564.

eResource Help

Get to Know eBooks and Overdrive
6:00-7:30 pm Tuesday
June 18
Miller Branch Library
Interested in downloading free eBooks and eAudiobooks from the library? Let us help you. Please join us as we show you how to check out and download eBooks through our OverDrive service. To register, please call 586.751.5377.

One on One eResource Help
Miller Library
Have you tried using one of the library's eResources like OverDrive, RBdigital, or Freegal and need some extra help to figure it out? If so, please call the Miller Library at 586.751.5377 to schedule a one-on-one help session to get library resources up and running on your device.

Digital Magazines available with RBdigital
**The RBdigital app is available for free at your app store**

With RBdigital you can easily check out and read full digital copies of over 90 magazines including Cosmopolitan, Forbes, and National Geographic. Magazines can be viewed on a computer or on many mobile devices including tablets and smartphones. Best of all, you keep the magazines in your account as long as you want - they never expire and there are no overdue fees. You must have a valid Warren Public Library card to use RBdigital.

To use RBdigital, you will need to create an account.

Click here to go to our RBdigital page.
Click Create New Account near the top right.
Enter your name, library card number, email address and create a password.
Browse and select a magazine you want to checkout.
Click Start Reading. You will now be able to read your magazine.

Download audiobooks and eBooks using OverDrive
Use your library for access to thousands of eBooks for your smartphone, tablets and eReaders (i.e. iPad, Nook or Kindle) and eAudiobooks for your computer or portable media player (i.e. MP3 player, iPod or smartphone). The library's eBooks and eAudiobooks can be enjoyed at home, work or on the go. To get started with eBooks and eAudiobooks, you need:

A valid Warren Public Library card
Access to the Internet
Free software for the device or computer you wish to use with our eBooks
A valid email address so you can be notified when titles you request are available

Please feel free to contact the library for questions or assistance with OverDrive eBooks and eAudiobooks. Click here to go to our eBooks page.

Download music using Freegal
Using Freegal, you can download and keep music directly from the library. You can also stream music. Freegal allows you to download up to 5 songs per week. These songs are in the MP3 format, are yours to keep, and can be used on a variety of devices. Additionally, you can stream up to 3 hours of music per day. All it takes is a valid Warren Public Library card to use Freegal.

Please feel free to contact the library for questions or assistance. Click here to go to our Freegal page.

Pronunciator - Language Learning Database

Meet Pronunciator, Warren Public Library's online language-learning database. Pronunciator offers instruction for 80 languages that can be taken from any of 50 starting languages! This means that a French speaker can learn Korean, a Hindi speaker can learn Ukrainian, a Haitian Creole speaker can learn Afrikaans (among other possibilities). ESL courses are included for the 50 non-English languages.

Pronunciator quickly builds conversational skills through interactive online drills, scored quizzes, culture and business notes, and grammar reviews. Each language course has a minimum of 1,500 phrases to learn, and most have 10,000 phrases. Learners can move through the courses based on their skill level and learning goals.

Pronunciator includes lessons for adults, children ages three to six, and children ages seven to twelve, as well as eight week travel prep courses, which are specially designed to prepare you for your next trip.

If you are on the go, Pronunciator's free mobile app for iPhone, iPad, Android, and tablets allows you to take your lessons wherever you go. Your progress is automatically synced between devices, so you can go from your computer to your phone or tablet without missing a beat. Apps can be found in your devices app store.

You can access Pronunciator here or from the database page of our website.

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