Introducing the TALK (Talk and Learn for Kindergarten) program. Superiorland Library Cooperative is making this program available to all families in our service area at no cost. Simply text the word TALK to 75547 to register, or visit https://textandlearn.org/ You will begin receiving two text messages each week with fun activities to do with your children aged 0-5 to make any time learning time. Research shows that when parents and caregivers talk and listen to young children, kids develop the cognitive and language skills they need to do well in … read more Talk and Learn for Kindergarten Program
The Forsyth Township Public Library and its Board of Trustees are seeking a new board member to fill the vacancy left by the retirement of Donna Adams. If you are interested, please submit a Letter of Interest to the Library no later than Friday, January 3rd, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. Letters can be brought to the Circulation Desk in a sealed envelope or mailed to P.O. Box 1328, Gwinn, MI 49841 Please include contact information. A board trustee’s responsibilities are: Attend all board meetings (2nd Wednesday of every month at … read more Library Board Vacancy ~ Seeking Letters of Interest
A Reason to See You Again by Jami Attenberg Jami Attenberg writes family dramas like no other. Who else can cover such complicated relationships spanning forty years in less than 250 pages? She’s a marvel. This one follows the volatile relationships between mother Frieda, her daughters Nancy & Shelly, and Nancy’s daughter Jess from the 1970s to the early 2000s. Full of nostalgia, it’s a walk through an ever-changing American landscape and culture. This new release is available at the library. ~ Leslie M. The Girls Who Disappeared by Claire … read more October Staff Recommendations
Save the date for our 2nd Annual Trivia Night Fundraiser being held at the Up North Lodge Events Center on Sunday, February 2, 2025. It’s never too early to start building your team. Watch for details to be released in the coming months.
The library is seeking donations of candy for this year’s Trick-or-Treat at the Library event. If you’re able, please consider dropping off a bag or two. Staff will stuff treat bags to hand out during trick-or-treat hours on October 31st.
Tickets are now available for the 9th Annual Tea Party Fundraiser. Join our Fundraising Friends for an afternoon of tea, finger foods & a fashion show featuring bridesmaid dresses through the years. Tickets are available for a $25.00 donation at the library or from a Fundraising Friend. Cash or check only. If paying by cash at the library, exact change is needed. Don’t miss out on this popular fall event! All proceeds benefit the library.
Application deadline with Resume & Cover Letter is: 5:00 p.m. on Friday, September 13, 2024. Applications are available at the Circulation Desk or on the Forsyth Township website. This position does include two evenings per week and a minimum of one Saturday per month as well as day shift hours. Apply in person or mail your documents to: Forsyth Township Public Library, P.O. Box 1328, Gwinn, Mi, 49841
The Loves of Theodore Roosevelt: The Women Who Created a President by Edward F. O’Keefe At his first wife’s urging, Theodore Roosevelt gave a speech in college about equal pay for women. His older sister was his key political advisor and his younger sister would become his press secretary. Edith, Roosevelt’s second wife helped make Teddy an American institution. This book is a must read for history buffs. Available at the library! ~ Leslie W. The Coast Road by Alan Murrin A well-written literary examination of marriage in the mid-90s … read more August Staff Recommendations
Join us for an open house at the library. Meet your Library Board. Enjoy refreshments. Have a tour. Ask questions about services. And if you don’t already have a library card, take the opportunity to sign-up while you’re here. September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month. There’s no better time to take advantage of your library’s resources! Be sure to bring your photo ID and proof of residence in Forsyth Township if your ID does not reflect your current address to get your free library card. Under 18? Bring your … read more Library Open House
The God of the Woods by Liz Moore An excellent literary mystery. The writing is top notch with a complex story line, believable characters, a summer camp setting and rich people behaving badly. It’s the perfect blend for summer reading. This brand new title is available at the library and on Libby. ~ Leslie M. Tree. Book. Table. by Lois Lowry A middle grade book for all ages! Sophia and Sophie are best friends, live next door to each other and are 77 years apart in age. Sophie is from … read more July Staff Recommendations