Grosse Pointe Library Pointes - February 2012 via @TheGPPL

Library Pointes   February 2012 In This Issue Elmore Leonard Youth Programs Friends of Grosse Pointe Public Library Award Season Elmore Leonard The Wayne County Community College District & The Grosse Pointe Public Library Present Elmore Leonard - Grand Master of Crime Fiction Mr. Leonard will discuss his experiences with Hollywood and adapting his books to movies and television. His latest book is Raylan, a companion piece to the television series Justified (FX). Wednesday, February 29, 7:30pm Grosse Pointe War Memorial Register Here Youth Programs Lessons of Abraham Lincoln A show that will instill an appreciation of the struggles that divided a nation and the man whose words and actions altered the course of the United States. A story of courage, character and determination to lead a fledgling nation. A true celebration of human potential fulfilled, integrity to personal values, and the ultimate tragedy of a life cut short. Presented by professional actor who has visited over 200,000 children in 18 states!  Wednesday, February 8, 4:00pm, Ewald Branch. Register Here Dramatic Reading "Where the Wild Things Are" Actors from the Grosse Pointe Theatre will present "Where the Wild Things Are" by Maurice Sendak. The performance will be followed by a craft activity for children.  Saturday, February 11, 2:00pm, Woods Branch. Call any branch to register.     Doll Tea Party Doll Tea Party tickets available Saturday, February 25, at Central Library! The Doll Tea Party will take place on Saturday, March 10, at the Grosse Pointe War Memorial. Advanced ticket purchase required. Tickets will not be available at the door.  Tickets $5.00 per person.  Friends of the Grosse Pointe Public Library The Friends of the Grosse Pointe Public Library cordially invite YOU to become a member. It's easy to join. Just pick up a member-ship envelope at any of the Grosse Pointe Public Libraries or print up a form here (pdf). A single membership is $25 and a family membership is $30. Contributions are tax deductible. As a member of The Friends, you are supporting one of our community's richest resources. Here are some benefits: "Friends Day" at the Library. On the first Thursday of each month, video and DVD rentals at the Library will be FREE to Friends members Free attendance at our events including the Classics Books Lecture Series, our Annual Meeting, and our Friends and Families events Friends Only Night at Used Book Sales before they open to the general public Early admittance to Friends' events, such as the Halloween costume sale and bookstore sales Receipt of the "Friends News" newsletter The opportunity to participate in volunteer activities Meeting your neighbors and making new friends The satisfaction of supporting your Library and your community Library Millage Library Millage on the ballot, February 28, 2012 Read the initial  report here (PDF).  Information available  at all libraries. Award Season The Award Season  is upon us.  The complete list of The Oscars, The Golden Globes & The NYCC Awards available here. Place holds and  see if your favorites  match the critics. Links will be updated  with library holdings  as dvds become  available for purchase.  Hours & Locations Central Library 10 Kercheval Avenue 313-343-2074 Mon.-Thurs. 9am-9pm Fri. & Sat. 9am-5pm Sun. 1pm-5pm   Ewald Branch 15175 E. Jefferson Avenue 313-343-2071 Mon.-Thurs. 10am-9pm Fri. & Sat. 10am-5pm Sun. Closed   Woods Branch 20680 Mack Avenue 313-343-2072 Mon.-Thurs. 10am-9pm Fri. & Sat. 10am-5pm Sun. 1pm-5pm  Board Meetings All Board of Trustee meetings are held the fourth Monday  of each month.  They are open to the public and begin at 7pm at the Ewald Branch 15175 E. Jefferson   Grosse Pointe Park   Upcoming meeting dates include:   February 27, 2012 March 26, 2012 April 23, 2012 Grosse Pointe Public Library | 10 Kercheval Ave | Grosse Pointe Farms | MI | 48236