OCTOBERNEWS AND EVENTS

HoursMonday_Thursday 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.Sunday 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Phone NumbersMain Library (248) 553-0300

Farmington Branch (248) 553-0321

Meeting Room Inquiries (248) 553-0320

Board MembersGerald Bosler, SecretaryMary Bush, TrusteeClark G. Doughty, PresidentBruce Lazar, Vice-PresidentCamilla Liebold, TrusteePamela O’Malley, TreasurerSuzanne Paul, TrusteeJim White, TrusteeElyse Streit, Library Director

www.farmlib.org

Main Library32737 W. 12 Mile Rd.

Farmington Hills, MI 48334

Farmington Branch23500 Liberty Street

Farmington, MI 48335

Registration Information: For programs requiring registration, go to www.farmlib.org/events or call the Main Library at (248) 553-0300 or the Farmington

Branch at (248) 553-0321, then choose the department you wish to reach.

Get ready for STAR WARS READS DAY on October 7th!

The Farmington Community Library is the place to be! We offer unique and fun activities for all ages: author appearances and engaging presentations, book

discussion groups, Summer Reading programs, free wi-fi and internet, concerts, movie showings, and so much more!

ADULT AND TEEN

TechnologyOpen Lab Our experienced techs can help with anything from your mobile device to your favorite social media network.Main Library Computer Lab: Thursdays, Oct. 5 & 19; 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 12; 2-4 p.m.

Microsoft Excel • Registration required; (248) 553-6880.From creating your first spreadsheet to using simple formulas, we will show you everything you need to know to get started using Microsoft Excel. Registrants must attend both sessions. Basic computer skills required.Main Library Computer Lab: Thursdays, Oct. 12 & 26, 7 p.m.

Conversion Station Training • Registration required; (248) 553-6880.Our Media Conversion Station includes specialized scanners, a VHS to DVD converter, and a cassette to digital CD or MP3 converter. We will demonstrate all of the equipment and software so you can come back and convert on your own.Main Library Heritage Room: Thursday, Oct. 26, 2 p.m.

Coder Dojo • Ages 11-18+ Registration required; (248) 553-6880. Work in groups to learn the programming languages Java, JavaScript & Ruby from Bob Allen, long active in the software industry. Bring your laptop if you own one. Main Library Computer Lab: Monday, Oct. 2, 6 p.m.

Design Contest • T(w)eens ages 10-18If the Library had a Snapchat filter, what would it look like? Join us for brainstorming, guideline info and designing. If you aren’t able to attend this night, please submit your design by October 31 at 9 p.m. to the Adult Information Desk of either Branch. Forms available at www.farmlib.org/teen-scene. Farmington Branch Meeting Room: Wednesday, Oct. 4, 6:30 p.m.

Meditation for Teens “Managing High School Stress” Learn how meditation can help you navigate through four years of high school to make it the best time of your life. Main Library Auditorium: Thursdays, Oct. 5 & 12, 7 p.m.

Teen Advisory Board • Grades 6-12Calling all teens to help plan programs, step up social media interaction and make the teen areas the best they can be. Farmington Branch Meeting Room: Wednesday, Oct. 18, 6:30 p.m.

Creepy Creativity • T(w)eens ages 10-16Connect with your spooky side at an evening of humor, horror, art and writing. Enjoy cooperative and individual creativity with autumn snacks. Bring your own craft or try one of our prompts! Farmington Branch Meeting Room: Tuesday, Oct. 24, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

After-Hours Halloween Costume Party • Ages 10 and upRegistration required; (248) 553-6880. Dress as your favorite book or movie character then join us for pizza, a Halloween scavenger hunt and other games. A small prize will be given for the best costume.Main Library Auditorium: Friday, Oct. 27, 6:30 p.m.

During the month of November, join us in putting your writing first and working toward a personal goal. Teens and adults welcome to any and all of our writing

sessions. Visit www.farmlib.org/nanowrimo2017 for more information.

Farmington Branch Meeting Room: Wednesday, Nov. 1, 5-9 p.m.Sundays, Nov. 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2-4 p.m.

Thursday, Nov. 30, 2-9 p.m.

All Teen programs are sponsored by the

Farmington Friends of the Library.

Community Sings! with Matt WatrobaSing-along for all ages and abilities, led by this

gifted performer.Main Library Auditorium: Tuesday, Oct. 24, 7 p.m.

The Beatles in America

Registration required; (248) 553-6880.Award winning author M.L. Liebler, along with musical guests, brings together a multi-media presentation with 20 Beatles songs performed live. The program concludes with a Beatles sing-along. Main Library AuditoriumSunday, Oct. 8 2 p.m.

ADULT SERVICES BOOK DISCUSSION GROUPSADULT SERVICES

Learn to Find Your Family’s Ancestors Registration required; (248) 553-6880. Farmington Genealogical Society members will teach you how to navigate the Library’s genealogical databases, Ancestry.com and Heritage Quest. Bring names, dates and places for the best research assistance. Main Library Computer Lab Tuesday, Oct. 106 p.m.

Cosmic Calendar: From the Big Bang to YouLearn about the amazing connection of ancient stars to the rise of life on Earth as we travel through The Cosmic Calendar.Main Library AuditoriumThursday, Oct. 19 7 p.m.

Outside the Lines:

Adult Coloring Coloring can have a calming effect on the mind and help promote overall wellness. Refreshments, coloring sheets and tools provided, but feel free to bring your own. Main Library Conference Room ATuesday, Oct. 1711 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Songwriter Sunday: Audra

Kubat with Emily Rose & Tamara FinlayAudra Kubat is an international recording artist with six critically acclaimed albums, Tamara Finlay has lent her voice to a variety of recordings, and Emily Rose is a multi-award-winning musician and recording artist.Main Library AuditoriumSunday, Oct. 152 p.m.

Medicare Part D Sign-UpsVolunteer staff from MMAP will be on hand to help sign up those eligible for Medicare Part D Assistance. Appointments are required by calling (800) 803-7174. Main Library Computer LabMonday, Oct. 1610 a.m. - 3 p.m.

POPULAR BOOKS Dead Wake by Erik LarsonFarmington Branch Meeting RoomWednesday, Oct. 4, 2 p.m.

COSTICK CENTER The Paris Architect by Charles BelfoureWilliam Costick Activities Center Thursday, Oct. 5, 1 p.m.

TOP SHELF READS I’m Thinking of Ending Things by Iain ReidPage’s Food & SpiritsMonday, Oct. 9, 7 p.m.

G.N.U. (GEEKS, NERDS AND U!) The Invisible Library by Genevieve CogmanFarmington Branch Meeting RoomWednesday, October 25, 7 p.m.

HOOKED ON BOOKS Rules of Civility by Amor TowlesMain Library Conference Room A Monday, Oct. 30, 7 p.m.

Memories, Milestones & MemoirsMain Library Conference Room B Tuesday, Oct. 3, 10:30 a.m.

Exploring PoetryMain Library Conference Room B Wednesday, Oct. 11, 10:30 a.m.

Writers’ GroupMain Library Conference Room B Tuesday, Oct. 17, 7 p.m.

Writing Programs

ESL Conversation GroupPractice your spoken English in a comfortable, informal setting. All skill levels welcome!

Main Library Conference Room ATuesdays, Oct. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 1:30 p.m.

Farmington Branch Meeting RoomFridays, Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27, 10:30 a.m.

ESL Book Discussion GroupThis Dark Road to Mercy by Wiley Cash

Farmington Branch Meeting RoomMondays, Oct. 2 - Nov. 20, 1:30 - 3 p.m.

Star Wars Reads Day • All agesWe’re bringing back your favorites! Costume Contest: Ages 12 and under and ages 13 and up Trivia: Compete to win a Golden Lightsaber Trophy and glory!Crafts: From Build-a-Droid to Yoda ears, to building a lightsaber and becoming a Jedi!Games: Drive-a-Droid obstacle courses, Scavenger Hunts, & more!Photo-ops: Take a picture in front of our giant Death Star or with your favorite characters and hashtag to win for best SWRD photo!

Keep an eye on our website and social media for more details and new exciting events! You won’t want to miss this!Main Library: Saturday, Oct. 7, 1-4 p.m.

FCL Game DayExplore our current board game collection or bring one to share. Co-hosted by the Oakland County Gamers. Main Library AuditoriumSaturday, Oct. 28, 12:30-5:30 p.m.

Get in the spirit of Halloween!

Strange, Spooky, Wicked MichiganExplore the mysterious side of Michigan with Amberrose Hammond,

lecturer and local history enthusiast. Delve into Michigan’s ghostly lore, legends, haunted history, forgotten criminals, strange places and other unusual topics sure to mystify and entertain. Farmington Branch Meeting Room: Monday, Oct. 16, 7 p.m.

Secrets of the FreemasonsCurious about the mysterious “secret society,” the Freemasons? Weśley Berry will give unique insight into a group whose roots are wound into our daily lives more than we realize. Main Library Auditorium: Tuesday, Oct. 17, 7 p.m.

Reel Life Stories: Room 237Our monthly documentary series continues with Room 237, which explores various theories about hidden meanings in Stanley Kubrick’s classic horror film The Shining. Main Library Auditorium: Wednesday, Oct. 18, 6:30 p.m.

Creatures of the Night • Adults onlyEver wonder what goes bump in the night in Michigan backyards?

This after-dark themed program focuses on the adaptations and behaviors of our nocturnal neighbors. Main Library Auditorium: Monday, Oct. 23, 7 p.m.