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Board of Trustees Meeting

Date: Monday, April 29 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Last Updated: March 4th, 2024

Location: Salem-South Lyon District Library at Meeting Room 2

Hosted By: Salem-South Lyon District Library


Event Details: Monthly Library Board of Trustees meeting. Public is welcome and encouraged to attend. This meeting is currently scheduled to take place in-person. The calendar will be updated if virtual attendance is an option. For more information about the Board of Trustees, visit: https://www.ssldl.info/about_us/board_of_trustees.php  Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/ssldl/BOARD_MEETING_TALK400X255_93F8E2BC_2417DA0E.JPG


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History Hounds: The Clapp Family Mastodon: Michigan's Massive Find

Date: Tuesday, April 30 from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm

Last Updated: March 8th, 2024

Location: Salem-South Lyon District Library

Hosted By: Salem-South Lyon District Library


Event Details: **This program is virtual and is not being held at the Library. Please register on the Historical Society of Michigan's website. Details are below** Hosted by the Historical Society of Michigan, patrons of the Library can sign up for free as an affiliated member of an organization member.  Sign up through the Historical Society of Michigan's website by clicking on "A member of an Organizational Member of HSM". Enter the Salem-South Lyon District Library, and the Library's address: 9800 Pontiac Trail, South Lyon, MI 48178. The link for the presentation will be sent to you from Historical Society of Michigan.  Topic of Virtual Session - The Clapp Family Mastodon: Michigan's Massive Find In 2022, the Grand Rapids Public Museum recovered the nearly-complete skeletal remains of the Clapp Family Mastodon from a Kent City site. Join us to learn about the mastodon’s discovery; the excavation, donation, curation, and research process; and the current and future plans for this amazing Ice Age find. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/ssldl/LOGO__SQUARE_HISTORY_HOUNDS_4E538636.PNG


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Open Stage

Date: Tuesday, April 30 from 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm

Last Updated: April 18th, 2024

Location: 38840 Six Mile Rd, Livonia, MI 48152

Hosted By: Trinity House Theatre


Event Details: Take a chance to share your music live on the Trinity House Theatre stage. Open Stage takes place the first and third Tuesday nights of the month (and 5th Tuesday if there is one). The doors open at 5:45 p.m. and the music starts at 6:00 p.m. Local songwriter, Bob Knox, will serve as the host of the evening. Tickets are only $5 and you can enjoy free beverages and snacks. ****Due to the recent increase in the number of participants, there is a 2 SONG GUARANTEE for the first 20 sign ups. Sign up is when you get there! That will be the GUARANTEE but I reserve the right to wiggle as time permits.


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Flavor Fiends Spice Club

Date: Wednesday, May 1

Last Updated: April 27th, 2024

Location: Salem-South Lyon District Library

Hosted By: Salem-South Lyon District Library


Event Details: May's spice: Smoked Paprika! The first rule of Spice Club: Talk about Spice Club! Pick up your spice packet at the Library, then check out a cookbook with recipes using that spice. We can’t wait to see what you cook up! Available while supplies last. Take a photo of your creation and post it on social media: #flavorfiendsspiceclub Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/ssldl/FLAVOR_FIENDS_(3)_856A1F8F.PNG


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Market Place

Date: Wednesday, May 1 from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm

Last Updated: December 21st, 2023

Location: 1499 E West Maple Rd, Walled Lake, MI 48390

Hosted By: Walled Lake City DPW


Event Details: Location: Casey J. Ambrose Public Safety Campus


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Notary Service

Date: Wednesday, May 1 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am

Last Updated: March 4th, 2024

Location: Salem-South Lyon District Library

Hosted By: Salem-South Lyon District Library


Event Details: Please bring a photo ID and do not sign your documents before arrival. No appointment required.  Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/ssldl/NOTARY_E25E6165.PNG


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Needlework Group

Date: Wednesday, May 1 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Last Updated: March 4th, 2024

Location: Salem-South Lyon District Library at Meeting Room

Hosted By: Salem-South Lyon District Library


Event Details: Calling all needle workers! This welcoming group meets on the first Wednesday of the month to work on our projects, share knowledge and enjoy the company of other crafters. Open to all skill levels. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/ssldl/KNITTING_4BE0378.JPG


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Rock the Block #2 - Madison Heights

Date: Thursday, May 2

Last Updated: April 18th, 2024

Location: 150 Osmun St, Pontiac, MI 48342

Hosted By: Habitat for Humanity of Oakland County


Event Details: 8:30am – 3:30pmUniting homeowners, volunteers, community/corporate sponsors and staff, Rock the Block is part of Habitat Oakland’s neighborhood revitalization efforts, bringing immediate and visible change to multi-block areas. Volunteers work with Habitat’s construction staff to perform: Yard clean-up (including leaf removal)Trash removalLimited branch trimmingHedge trimmingLawn mowingEdging Rock the Block aims to ensure that homeowners reside in safe and appealing environments. The program not only contributes to the enhancement of home values but also plays a crucial role in fostering neighborhood stability. No experience necessary, opportunity to learn new skills! Interested in sponsorship opportunities? Please contact [email protected] Community Builder – $20,000– Corporate name on signage and logo on webpage– Keynote speaking role at morning kick-off– 2 days of volunteer engagement for up to 20 volunteers per day– Photo recognition on social media Hope Builder – $10,000– Corporate name on signage and logo on webpage– 1 day of volunteer engagement for up to 20 volunteers– Photo recognition on social media Welcome Home – $5,000– Corporate name on signage and logo on webpage– 1 day of volunteer engagement for up to 10 volunteers– Photo recognition on social media Stability – $3,000– Corporate name on signage and logo on webpage– 1 day of volunteer engagement for up to 6 volunteers– Photo recognition on social media


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Sewing for You - A Community Service

Date: Thursday, May 2 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

Last Updated: March 4th, 2024

Location: Salem-South Lyon District Library at Meeting Room

Hosted By: Salem-South Lyon District Library


Event Details: Volunteer seamstresses will be in the front half of the meeting room offering their time and services to mend your clothing at no charge to you. Bring your torn, ripped garments to the Salem-South Lyon Library on Thursday mornings. Sorry, no formal wear. The volunteers reserve the right to turn away items.  Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/ssldl/SEWINGFORYOU_85ED5DA8.JPG


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Straw Bale Gardening

Date: Thursday, May 2 from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Last Updated: March 4th, 2024

Location: Salem-South Lyon District Library at Meeting Room 2

Hosted By: Salem-South Lyon District Library


Event Details: John Keast and Chris Melcher, Advanced Master Gardener and Certified Straw Bale Garden Instructors, will teach you how to get started with Straw Bale Gardening. A way to garden without weeds, you have the ability to locate your garden anywhere with sun. Use it to grow your vegetables, herbs, and flowers in a way that is great for people with mobility challenges. Registration required. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/ssldl/STRAWBALEGARDENING660X497_A536B603.JPG


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