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Summer Reading Program

Unite with the Portland District Library starting Friday, June 9 for Summer Reading 2023: All Together Now. The library is offering an all-ages Summer Reading Program which will run for 8 weeks until Saturday, August 5. Patrons will have the option of using PDL’s virtual reading tracker, Beanstack, or logging minutes using a traditional paper tracker. Adults will get a sweet treat for unlocking their first badge and then can enter to win one of our wonderful prize packs at the end of the summer. Youth readers, ages

18 and under, will earn a prize for every badge they unlock and also an entry into one of the many grand prize packs for each age group: Littles (ages 0-5), Middles (ages 6-12), and Teens (ages 13-18). All reading must be logged on Beanstack and paper trackers turned in by Saturday, August 5.

Glorious Garlands

Using cardboard, leftover yarn, and some wooden beads, we’re going to create colorful custom garlands for your home. All skill levels can enjoy this project, so join your fellow crafters on Wednesday, June 28 at 6:30pm for all the fun. Ages 15 and over, registration is required.

Art After Dark: Painting

Have you always wanted to learn to paint, but thought that you didn’t have the talent? Join us on Friday, July 7 at 6:00pm as Rebecca Wychers takes us from blank canvas to finished masterpiece. She’ll provide step-by-step instructions for painting a cheery garden gnome! Free program for ages 15 and up. Space is limited, registration required.

CHILDREN’S AND TEEN

Fizzy Fireworks

Celebrate summer with fireworks—the fizzy, erupting kind of fireworks, that is! During Virtual STEM Club: Fizzy Fire-

- SATURDAY, JUNE 24, 2023

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Library, Youth and Caregivers - Enjoy stories, songs, and activities that help develop early literacy skills.

JUNE 29 – WRITER'S GROUP 10:00 a.m. at the Lyons Township District Library, Adult - Enjoy a cup of coffee while engaging with fellow writers for feedback and inspiration.

JUNE 30 – OUTDOOR FAMILY MOVIE Dusk at the Lyons Township District Library, All Ages - Bring a blanket/chair and your favorite snacks to enjoy a showing of Troop Beverly Hills (PG, 1989) under the stars on the library lawn. The summer theme is "All Together Now" and we will be featuring movies emphasizing the importance of friendship and community throughout the summer.

THURSDAY – POINT THE WAY at First Christian Church, 138 W Garden Street, Muir from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. K-12 youth welcome for this free event through June 8, 2023.

– PORTLAND –

MONDAY – PORTLAND COMMUNITY FOOD BANK Portland United Methodist Church, 310 E Bridge Street. Open 9:00 to Noon. All of Portland School District eligible.

MONDAY – DALE E. HYLAND AMERICAN LEGION POST 129 meets the second Monday of each month at 7:00 pm at the Portland VFW on 1324 E Bridge Street.

MONDAY – BINGO at 6:00 pm at the Portland Senior Center, 144 Kent Street. For more information call 517-647-4004.

TUESDAY – EUCHRE 1:00 pm at the Portland Senior Center, 144 Kent Street. For more information call 517-647-4004.

WEDNESDAY – AREA ALANON MEETING 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the First Congregational Church, 421 East Bridge Street in the Fellowship Hall. We're great listeners; everything said at our meetings is held in confidence; we can help you regain your serenity! Call 616 575-8000 for information. THURSDAY – EUCHRE at 1:00 pm at the Portland Senior Center, 144 Kent Street. For more information call 517-647-4004.

THURSDAY – PORTLAND COMMUNITY FOOD BANK Portland United Methodist Church, 310 E Bridge Street. Open every Thursday from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. All of Portland School District eligible.

THURSDAY – TOPS (TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY) A non-profit weight loss support group meets weekly, 6:30 - 8:00 pm at Portland Apartments, 1800 Lillian Blvd. Community Room. Call 517-647-2025.

FRIDAY – BINGO at 9:30 am at the Portland Senior Center, 144 Kent Street. For more information call 517-647-4004.

SARANAC –

MONDAY – BOSTON SARANAC HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEETINGS works we will create our own dazzling display using vinegar and baking soda. Registration for Take-and-Make bags begins Wednesday, June 21. This program is recommended for ages 6-12, requires parental supervision, and is limited to 35 patrons.

Regular monthly meetings are at 7:00 pm the 3rd Monday of each month. TUESDAY – SARANAC COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION & SARANAC AREA WOMENS CLUB The third Tuesday of each month at the Greenridge office at 7:00 p.m.

THURSDAY – FOOD PANTRY at Saranac Community Church, 125 Bridge Street is open the FIRST & THIRD Thursdays, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm – no appointment needed. Must be Saranac-Clarksville resident. For information call 642-6322.

THURSDAY – SAMS (SARANAC AREA MUSICIANS AND SINGERS) PRACTICE in the Saranac High School band room. Choir is from 6:00 to 7:00 and band is from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. Anyone welcome. For more information call Karen at 616-902-7237.

Wednesday Watch

Wednesday Watch is coming to the library this summer! Beat the heat and watch movies by joining us Wednesday afternoons at 1:00 p.m. for a family-friendly movie. Movies include: “Little Women” on July 5, “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish” on July 19, “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” on August 2, and “Raya and the Last Dragon” on August 16. Popcorn will be provided by the library; please feel free to bring your own beverages or other snacks.

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