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Virtual Genealogy Assistance on Zoom
First Wednesdays, 1:00 - 5:00 PM
Schedule a virtual appointment with our volunteer genealogist.
South Lyon Writer’s Group on Zoom
First Saturdays, 10:00 - 11:30 AM
Writers, are you looking to network with other writers? This dynamic, friendly community group of writers meet monthly to improve their craft with an eye toward publication, are always ready to welcome new writers. Have questions?
Contact Barbara at bsspot@aol.com
Book Clubs on Google Meet
Registration required.
• Cliffhangers: Mondays, January 11, February 8, March 8, April 12, May 10, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
• Cover to Cover: Thursdays, January 28, February 18, March 25, April 29, May 20, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
for Adults
Mondays, January 25, February 22,
ADULT HIGH
Adult P rograms
LIGHTS
Take & Make Craft Kits
The following programs are made
possible by Lift Every Voice: Why African American Poetry Matters, a national public humanities initiative of the Library of America presented in partnership with The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture with generous support from The National Endowment for the Humanities, The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, and Emerson Collective.
Welcome to Idlewild:
The Black Eden of Michigan
ON DISPLAY: January - February
The community of Idlewild, Michigan, created in
1912 and once known as “Black Eden”, was one
of a few resorts where Black Americans could
vacation and purchase property. Learn about this
unique community by viewing an exhibition on
loan from the Michigan State University Museum
to SSLDL in January and February. Glimpse beyond the often told stories of Idlewild’s entertainment scene during it’s resort heyday period to learn the full story of a community that has survived the challenges of historical change. Created in collaboration with current residents and scholars of Idlewild, this exhibit consists of eleven photographic banners and a reproduction of an Idlewild history quilt by Michigan quilter Deonna Todd Green.
Respect: Poetry of Detroit Music on Zoom
Friday, January 15, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
M.L. Liebler and his band return to perform a collection of songs covering numerous genres including jazz, blues, doo-wop, Motown, classic rock, punk, hip-hop, and techno. Learn about the paths forged by these Detroit artists as you listen to the music that continues to reverberate across the country and around the world.
In Our Own Voice: African American Art on Zoom
Tuesday, January 19, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Enhance your awareness of the creative contributions of African
Americans from the 19th century to the present. This talk presented by the Detroit Institute of Arts, will provide a lens to examine issues of race, gender, politics and culture.
Freedmen’s Progress: African American History on Zoom
Tuesday, February 2, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
In 1915 The Michigan Manual of Freedman’s Progress was commissioned by the State of Michigan to chronicle in pictures, stories and documents, the achievements of African- American Michiganders 50 years after the passage of the 13th Amendment. Adam Oster from the Library of Michigan will examine the process of developing the Manual and
its impact on chronicling the history and culture of the African American community in Michigan from Reconstruction to the years of the Progressive Era.
Broadside Press: Poetry in Michigan on Zoom
Tuesday, February 16, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Broadside Press was founded in Detroit by poet and librarian Dudley Randall in 1965. Established to publish his own poetry, Randall was soon publishing the work of other African American writers at a time when it was difficult for black writers to be published by white publishers. The press, now merged with Lotus Press, remains active in Detroit, still publishing and focusing on fostering the work of black poets. Join us as we explore this amazing legacy of literary excellence.
March 22, April 26
Register monthly for a new craft kit to pick up and make at home. Kits will contain supplies and instructions.
English as a Second Language
Every Wednesday through June 3
10:00 - 11:00 AM
Join Karin from SSLDL for casual conversation as we learn and practice English by reading and discussing books virtually. Register to receive the Google Meet Link.
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To increase community awareness of the Library staff may photograph or record you during your visit and your images may be used in publicity. To avoid use of your images please inform staff member before the program.
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