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CALLING ALL TEEN FILMMAKERS:

Enter your film in the first-ever YDL TeenFilm Fest. Awards will be given to the bestfilm, director, actor, and actress. Pick upan entry form and drop off your entry atany YDL location by Monday, March 24, at 7 pm. Information: 482-4110 ext. 1340.YDL will present two film workshops during Teen Tech Week (contestants arenot required to participate and atten-dance is not factored into the judging).

COMMUNITY READS 2008 represents thefifth year of YDL’s collaboration with theAnn Arbor District Library, the Universityof Michigan, Eastern Michigan University,

and WashtenawCommunity College.

Each year a theme isselected and a book ischosen for the commu-nity to read and discuss.The theme for 2008 is“China and America:

Bridging Two Worlds,” and the book isThe Eighth Promise: An American Son’sTribute to his Toisanese Mother byWilliam Poy Lee. The author and hismother will speak at WashtenawCommunity College on Friday, January 25,at 7:30 pm. Everyone is invited to attendthis free event.

YDL-Whittaker Road will host three discussions about The Eighth Promise: Monday, February 11 at 7 pmThursday, March 6 at 10:30 amWednesday, March 19 at 8 pm.

Be one of the first 100 to pick up a freecopy of the book (purchased by a grantfrom The Friends of YDL) and join in thediscussion. Training for discussion leaderswill be held on Tuesday, January 22 at 7pm. Call 482-4110 ext. 1303 to sign up.

An Evening with Anchee MinBestselling memoirist and novelist Anchee Min shares hercompelling story on Thursday,February 21 at 7 pm in theStudent Center at EasternMichigan University. Min’s memoir, Red Azalea, was afinalist for the Community Reads title for 2008.

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THE YPSILANTI DISTRICT L IBRARY willcelebrate National Library Week, April13–19, in extraordinary fashion this yearwith a visit by world-renowned authorAlexander McCall Smith. This bestsellingauthor of the beloved No. 1 LadiesDetective Agency series, set in Botswana,Africa, will visit our area on the heels ofthe release of The Miracle at SpeedyMotors, the ninth title in his No. 1Ladies series.

McCall Smith will give a talk at EMU’sPease Auditorium onSaturday, April 19,followed by a booksigning. His visit ismade possible by theYpsilanti Office of theBank of Ann Arborand the Friends of the Ypsilanti District Library. For ticket information, call 482-4110 ext. 1301.

Famed Author Alexander McCall Smith to Visit

OPENS April 5 through June 1YDL-Whittaker Road, Community Room

IT IS OUR GREAT FORTUNE to be theopening venue for the national tour ofThe Dancer Within from the SmithsonianInstitution Traveling Exhibition Service(SITES). Dancer-turned-photojournalistRose Eichenbaum captures the characterand vitality of the greatest dancers of ourage in her revealing portraits and dramaticperformance shots.

Accompanying each photograph are inter-view excerpts documenting the dancers’candid reflections on life, work and pas-sion. The exhibit gives a rare glimpse of the inner workings of artists such asMikhail Baryshnikov, Jacques d’Amboise,Jose´ Greco, Bill T. Jones, Ann Reinking,Chita Rivera, Russ Tamblyn, Tommy Tune,and dozens of other choreographers and dancers.

EVENT SERIES: ILLUMINATINGTHE DANCER WITHIN

A series of events at YDL-Whittaker Roadtitled “Illuminating The Dancer Within”will complement the themes of the exhi-bition, with live performances across thespectrum of dance styles and a film seriesshowcasing dance in film. Dance eventswill be held in the Community Room atYDL-Whittaker Road.

Dance in the Movies (TEENS/ADULT)

Mondays, 6:30 pmEnjoy the timeless dancing in these classic films: Mad Hot Ballroom (4/7), Seven Brides for Seven Brothers (4/14),White Nights (4/21), West Side Story (4/28), Sweet Charity (5/5), Tap (5/12), and Happy Feet (5/19).

Finding The Dancer Within (YOUTH)

Saturday, April 12, 11 amThis interactive session for kids and theirfamilies explores different kinds of dances.

Fascinatin’ Rhythm (ALL AGES)

Saturday, April 19, 2–3 pmGriffen Walton has been tapping since age nine. Using tap as a way to express hiscreativity, Griffen has developed his ownunique style. Rhythm tap is his primarypassion, but Griffen has also trained injazz and ballet. Griffen will perform andexplain various tap steps.

Dance Gallery Celebrates The Dancer Within (ALL AGES)

Saturday, April 26, 11 amPeter Sparling, artistic director of AnnArbor’s Dance Gallery Foundation andPeter Sparling Dance Company, brings the Dance Gallery Youth Ensemble andmembers of his professional company for an educational lecture/demonstrationof contemporary dance.

Compañeros de Flamenco (ALL AGES)

Saturday, May 3, 1 pmOlé! Shouts of affirmation and encourage-ment resound as Flamenco, the passionatedance of Spain and Latin America, is per-formed. The dancers and musicians ofCompañeros de Flamenco bring thisvibrant culture to life.

Ypsilanti Area Dancers (ALL AGES)

Saturday, May 24, 11 amThis talented group of local young dancers(ages 7 to 18) will perform “Pas de Quatre,”a classical ballet piece.

Exquisitely Ballroom (ALL AGES)

Saturday, May 31, 2–3 pmEnjoy a demonstration of ballroom dancingpresented by Moonlight Dance Studio.

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Teen Fi lm Fest ival Makes I ts Debut

Workshop: Telling a Story in FilmYDL-Michigan Ave., Thursday, March 6, 6 pmWatch short films and get an overview of what it means to tell a story.

Film Technique WorkshopYDL-Whittaker Road, Room 1C Saturday, March 8, NoonGet tips on how to film, including usingvarious camera angles, and editing.

YDL Teen Film Fest PremiereYDL-Whittaker Road, Community RoomSaturday, March 29, 2 pmSupport young filmmakers and walk thered carpet at YDL’s Teen Film FestivalPremiere. We’ll screen the winning filmsand some honorable mentions. Awardswill be presented and filmmakers will have a chance to address the audienceabout their films.

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Photo: Tara Murphy

Students of the Asphalt Jungle, © Rose Eichenbaum

Photos: Above, Gregory Hines. Cover, Swan Lake staged by Makarova, © Rose Eichenbaum. All rights reserved.

The Dancer Within is made possible through the generoussupport of United Dance Merchants of America, presenterof National Dance Week. Additional support is provided by The Enchanted Garden Conservatory of Music, Dance & Drama in Ridgefield, Conn.

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Friends of YDL Used Book SaleYDL-Whittaker Road, Community Room Friday, January 18, 11 am to 5 pmSaturday, January 19, 11 am to 3 pmSunday, January 20, 1 to 3 pmChoose from a wide range of used booksat terrific prices! On Sunday, fill a bag ofbargains for $3. Next sale is May 16–18.

Partners for Literacy Help (ADULT)

YDL-Whittaker Road, Community Room Training Sessions: Thursday, January 10, 7 pm and Saturday, March 22, 10 amMany people are on our waiting list forhelp with reading, writing and English.Come to a training session and help makea New Year’s resolution come true!

Ice Worlds: Why Are the Poles So Cold? (YOUTH/PARENT)

YDL-Whittaker Road, Community Room Saturday, January 12, 11 am Where are the North and South Poles, and why are they so cold? From ice coresto sea ice to land ice and ocean currents,come learn about the coldest places onEarth. For kids 6–11 and their parents.

DDR Teens (AGES 13–18)

YDL-Whittaker Road, Community Room Saturday, January 12, 2 pm Celebrate the New Year DDR style, andjoin the Revolution! Play Dance DanceRevolution with friends and fans. Prizesfor top performers! Food. Registration:482-4110 ext. 1340.

Chinese Cultural Celebration (ALL AGES)

YDL-Whittaker Road, Community Room Sunday, January 13, 1–5 pm In keeping with the Community Readstheme, YDL’s celebration will feature LionDancers, Chinese storytellers and more!

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YDL-Michigan AvenueMonday, January 14, 7 pmCheryl Lucas from H & R Block presents“10 Common Tax Return Mistakes” and“10 Commonly Overlooked Deductions”followed by a short Q&A session.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration (ALL AGES)

YDL-Whittaker Road, Community Room Monday, January 21, 5:30–8 pm Something for all ages! At 5:30 pm, young patrons make art inspired by MLK’s“I Have a Dream” speech. At 6 pm, theErickson Excellence Song Flute and VocalArts Ensemble performs patriotic and free-dom songs. About 7 pm, local actor SteveDixon makes his fifth annual visit to YDLto deliver Dr. King’s most stirring rhetoric.

What Does Your HandwritingSay About You? (TEEN/ADULT)

YDL-Michigan AvenueWednesday, January 23, 7 pmKaren Elly, a certified handwriting analystand forensic handwriting examiner, dis-cusses the history of handwriting analysis,reviews its techniques and theories, andexplains its admissibility in court.

Chinese Paper Cutting (ALL AGES)

YDL-Whittaker Road, Community Room Thursday, January 24, 7 pmDelicate Chinese paper cutting uses every-day scissors to achieve sophisticated pic-tures and designs with greater intricacythan machines can produce. ArtistXiaomei Cui demonstrates this art formand shows examples from her collection.

Helpers and Heroes Series: Emergency Medical Technician (YOUTH)

YDL-Whittaker Road, Community Room Saturday, January 26, 1 pmJason Trojan from Huron ValleyAmbulance discusses what an EMT doesand gives a tour of an ambulance.

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Houseplant TLC (ADULT)

YDL-Whittaker Road, Community Room Sunday, January 27, 2–4 pmMaster gardener Carol Brodbeck returnsto share her wisdom and help solve yourhouseplant problems. Learn to assess yourgrowing conditions and pick the rightplants. Common houseplants, includingAfrican violets, will be covered.

Make a Mardi Gras Mask! (GRADES 4–12)

YDL-Michigan AvenueMonday, January 28, 7–8:30 pmGet ready for Fat Tuesday by making a Mardi Gras mask! We’ll discuss the holiday’s traditions while enjoying music and New Orleans-style treats. Limit 12.

Ann Arbor Symphony OrchestraPresents a Kinder Concert (AGES 2–5)

YDL-Whittaker Road, Community Room Friday, February 1, 10 am AND 11 amIn these interactive concerts, your child’simagination comes alive through danceand movement led by Gari Stein, withmusic performed by AASO musicians.

T’ai Chi Demonstration (TEEN/ADULT)

YDL-Whittaker Road, Community Room Saturday, February 2, 10 amJoin Sifu Greg Knollmeyer to learn aboutthe benefits and history of t’ai chi. You’llsee a demonstration and learn basic t’aichi movements.

Images of African-American Life in Washtenaw County (ADULT)

YDL-Whittaker Road, Community Room Saturday, February 2, 1–5:30 pmLearn about our area’s rich African-American heritage and add to our collec-tion by donating your documents, picturesand other items that tell the local historyof African-Americans. Presented by TheLoyal Opposition to the Status Quo, Inc.,in partnership with YDL.

African-American Read-In (ALL AGES)

YDL-Whittaker Road, Community RoomMonday, February 4, 6:30–8:30 pmOn this day, join more than one millionpeople in the U.S. and the Caribbean to readliterature written by African Americans. Localwriters will also share their works. Organizedby Splendor Educational Consulting.

Make a Mardi Gras Mask! (GRADES K–3)

YDL-Whittaker Road, Story Room Monday, February 4, 7 pmSee January 28 listing.

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Ice Carving in the ParkYDL-Michigan Avenue, Library Park PlazaSaturday, February 9 beginning at 10 amIce carving in the park is back! Bring yourfamily downtown to the Library ParkPlaza and watch JR’s Ice transform 600pounds of ice into a frozen work of art.The carving will begin around 10 am—stop by throughout the day to see a masterpiece emerge!

Helpers and Heroes Series: Dentist(YOUTH)

YDL-Whittaker Road, Story Room Saturday, February 9, 11 amDr. Karen-Lee Jones Stewart discusseswhat it’s like to be a dentist.

High School Musical 2 (YOUTH)

YDL-Whittaker Road, Story Room Saturday, February 9, 2 pmWatch the movie and learn a dance fromHigh School Musical 1.

The African American Experience: An American Mosaic Database (ADULT)

YDL-Whittaker Road, Computer Lab Monday, February 11, 6:30–8:30 pmGet hands-on instruction in using this vast, accessible new database, called the“definitive electronic research tool forAfrican American history and culture.”Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1377.

Chocolate Creations (GRADES 6–12)

YDL-Michigan Avenue Monday, February 11, 7–8:30 pmCreate your own chocolate assortment toenjoy or give to someone special. We’llhave all you need to mold, decorate, andpackage your delectable delicacies.

Dental Health and Literacy Day (YOUTH)

YDL-Whittaker Road, Community Room Wednesday, February 13, 9 am to 9 pmWashtenaw HeadStart and YDL team upto bring dental health information andresources to the community.

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PROGRAM SCHEDULE: JANUARY

All programs are drop-in, except where noted as “Registration required.” For drop-in programs, space is limited and on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Polar Science Adventures

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YDL-Michigan AvenueWednesday, April 9, 7 pmWhat do Akimbo, HarrietBean, Max & Maddy,Precious Ramotswe,Isabel Dalhousie, andProfessor Doctor Moritz-Maria von Igelfeld havein common? Why, theirauthor, of course! Enjoyrefreshments and a roundtable discussionof the work of Alexander McCall Smith.

Coffeehouse Poetry Night (TEEN)

YDL-Michigan Avenue Monday, April 14, 7 pmKick back and enjoy coffee and pastrieswhile sharing your own or your favoritepoetry. For grades 6–12.

National Library Week: Pop TriviaNight (ADULT)

YDL-Whittaker Road, Community RoomThursday, April 17, 7 pmOur 10th Annual Pop Trivia Night is amust-do event for local trivia buffs. Thequestions, selected from materials in thelibrary, test your knowledge of pop cul-ture: music, movies, celebrities, television,sports, fads, and popular literature. Teamscompete in preliminary and final roundsfor a great trophy and prizes. To registerto compete, call (734) 482-4110 ext. 1377.

After-Hours Murder Mystery (ADULT)

YDL-Whittaker Road, Community RoomFriday, April 18, 6:30–9:30 pmWhodunit? Join us for an evening of mystery theater mayhem. This program isrecommended for ages 18+. Refreshmentswill be served. To register, call 482-4110ext. 1377.

Earth Day Jubilee (GRADES K–5)

YDL-Whittaker Road, Story RoomSaturday, April 26, 2:30 pmEnjoy nature stories and make your ownrain stick to celebrate Earth Day. Limit 12.

Living History Day (ALL AGES)

YDL-Whittaker Road, Community Room Saturday, May 10, 11 am to 5 pm Experience the past with events and re-enactors from different periods in U.S. history.

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Frosty Life: Surviving the Poles(YOUTH/PARENT)

YDL-Whittaker Road, Community Room Saturday, February 16, 11 am Explore the difficulties of life at the poles.What animals live there and how do theysurvive? Find out how polar bears swim inice-cold water and whether penguin eggscan survive off the ice. For kids 6–11 andtheir parents.

Burnout 4 Teens (AGES 13–18)

YDL-Whittaker Road, Community Room Saturday, February 16, 2 pm Play “Burnout” on the big screen withother racing fans! Snacks. Call 482-4110 ext. 1340 to register.

SAE International’s A World in Motion(YOUTH/PARENT)

YDL-Whittaker Road,Community Room, February 17, 24 March 1, 9, 16, 30, 2 pmNissan automotive engineer Augusto Leepresents a 6-session workshop about theworld in motion. Third- and fourth-graderswill learn engineering terminology, prac-tice math and science concepts, and workin teams. Parents are strongly encouragedto take part. Registration is required: call482-4110 ext. 1303.

Why China, Why Now, Why Me? (ADULT)

YDL-Whittaker Road, Community Room Tuesday, February 19, 7 pm Frances Kai-Hwa Chang, acting editor forwww.IMDiversity.com, Asian AmericanVillage, looks at what Americans can doto bridge the cultural gap between ourcountry and this emerging superpower.

Meet the Authors of Eyes on Fire—The Detroit Riots 40 Years Later (ADULT)

YDL-Whittaker Road, Community Room Wednesday, February 20, 7 pmJoin a reading and discussion of the eye-witness accounts of the Detroit Riots inthe 1960s by three authors of Eyes onFire. What was it like to experience theriots? Why did they happen and what arethe long-term implications for the city?

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Crime Lab (YOUTH)

YDL-Michigan Avenue Saturday, February 23, 11 amRegistration required: 482-4110 ext. 1390

YDL-Whittaker Road, Community RoomSaturday, February 23, 3 pm Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1340Become immersed in the intriguing worldof forensic science as you work with othersto solve a mock crime. Examine evidence,confirm your suspicions, and rule out vari-ous suspects. The Ann Arbor Hands OnMuseum’s Crime Lab keeps everyoneguessing until the end!

Today is Your Birthday…Finally! A Leap Year Celebration (ALL AGES)

YDL-Michigan Avenue Friday, February 29, 10 am–6 pmHappy 10th birthday to all you leap-yearbabies born in 1968! Join us anytimetoday for leap year fun. Share stories ofpeople who were born on February 29.

Budget Travel 101: Visiting China (ADULT)

YDL-Whittaker Road, Community Room Tuesday, March 4, 6:30–8:30 pmThis budget travel workshop willhelp travelers prepare for theirfirst trip to China and learn tosave money on travel to anydestination. Topics include: travel documents, accommoda-tions, transportation, travelingsafely, and much more.

Mobile Planetarium (ALL AGES)

YDL-Whittaker Road, Community Room Saturday, March 8, 10 am to 4:30 pmLearn about outer space with shows created by NASA.

Story and Craft (AGES 3–7)

YDL-Whittaker Road, Story Room Saturday, March 8, 1–3 pmListen to a story and make a craft.

Melting Away: Protecting the Poles(AGES 6-11 AND PARENTS)

YDL-Whittaker Road, Community Room Saturday, March 15, 11 am What will happen as the polar ice melts?Explore land ice and sea ice and the effectof their melting. How will it affect people?What can we do right now to help?

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YDL-Whittaker Road, Community Room Saturday, March 15, 2 pmGet your game on at YDL! Enter YDL’steen tournament and play March Madness‘08 against other fans. “Final Four” gameswill be played on the big screen. Food.Registration strongly encouraged: call482-4110 ext. 1340.

St. Patrick’s Day Fun (YOUTH)

YDL-Whittaker Road, Community Room Monday, March 17, 6:30 pmWe’ll celebrate the luck of the Irish bymaking Irish crafts and watching themovie Darby O’Gill and the Little People.Wear something green!

Is It Written in the Stars? A Visit withAstrologer Bon Rose Fine (TEEN/ADULT)

YDL-Michigan Avenue Thursday, March 20, 7–8:30 pmWhile science has disproved many theoriesfrom ancient times, astrology continues toplay a part in our lives today. Join localastrologist Bon Rose Fine for a vibrant discussion of how astrological charts aremade and what they reveal about our-selves and our future.

Elementary Magic Workshop (AGES 6–12)

YDL-Michigan Avenue Saturday, March 22, 11 amRegistration required: 482-4110 ext. 1390

YDL-Whittaker Road, CommunityRoom, Saturday, March 22, 1 pm Registration required: 482-4110 ext. 1340Professional magician Jeff Wawrzaszekteaches a half-dozen tricks that young wizards will be able to perform anywhere.After the lessons, get a packet of specialprops and illustrated instructions.

Teen Magic Workshop (AGES 13–18)

YDL-Whittaker Road, Community Room Saturday, March 22, 2:30 pm Amaze your friends with magic! Teens willlearn tricks they can do anywhere and getthe necessary props to keep. Registrationrequired: call 482-4110 ext. 1340.

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Family Games/Lego Night (FAMILY)

YDL-Whittaker Road, Tuesdays, 6–8 pmBring the whole family for a relaxingevening of games—Legos too!

TAG Meetings (TEEN)

YDL-Whittaker Road, Story RoomWednesdays/Thursdays at 7pm, 1/9, 1/24, 2/6, 2/21, 3/5,3/20, 4/9, 4/24, 5/7, 5/22YDL’s Teen Advisory Group,TAG, nowmeets twice a month! TAG is always look-ing for teens with all interests to join.Plan programs and contribute to TeenSpeak. To get involved, call 482-4110 ext.1340 to register, or just stop by a meeting.

Dance Dance Revolution (FAMILY)

YDL-Whittaker Road, Community Room Fridays, 4–5 pm, 1/11, 2/8, 2/15, 3/14, 3/21, 4/18 Join the revolution and get ready todance!

TYDL WAVE (TEEN)

YDL-Whittaker Road, Story Room,Saturdays at 2 pm, 1/26, 2/9, 2/23, 4/5, 4/19, 5/3, 5/17 Catch the wave and join YDL’s Teen AnimeClub! Watch and discuss your favoritemanga and anime. Help plan other animangaevents, including cosplay and anime fests.Call 482-4110 ext. 1340 to register, or juststop by a meeting.

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YDL-Whittaker Road, Story RoomSaturdays at 2:30 pm, 1/19, 2/2, 2/16, 3/1, 3/15, 3/29, 4/12Drop in and enjoy fun-filled “crafty”Saturday afternoons!

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Take Note Concert Ser iesOngoing Events @ YDL-Whittaker Road

Come-and-Go Crafts (YOUTH/TEEN)

YDL-Michigan Avenue, Mondays from5–8 pm, 1/7, 2/4, 3/3, 3/31, 4/28Drop by during your library visit to makea quick craft project.

Chess Club and Family Game Night YDL-Michigan Avenue, Tuesdays, 6–8:30 pm Join other chess enthusiasts of all skilllevels for some friendly competition.Families are invited to play Checkers,Sorry, Connect Four and other fun games.One new game will be introduced the last Tuesday of each month.

Director Showcase Film Series (ADULT)

YDL-Michigan Avenue, Tuesdays at 6 pm,1/8, 1/22, 2/12, 2/26, 3/11, 3/25 Join us for an in-depth look at IngmarBergman’s movies: Through a Glass Darkly(1/8), Winter Light (1/22), and The Silence(2/12). Next we’ll watch and discussMichelangelo Antonioni’s L’avventura(2/26). Finally, we’ll review Ken Loach’s A Fond Kiss (3/11) and Kes (3/25).

Bad Movies (ADULT)

YDL-Michigan AvenueTuesdays at 6 pm, 4/8, 4/22, 5/13, 5/27So bad they’re good—or so bad they’rebad? Join us for some fun as we dissectsome laughably bad films: Killer Klownsfrom Outer Space (4/8), Alligator (4/22),Rocky IV (5/13), and The Ring of Terror(5/27).

Knitting Club YDL-Michigan Avenue, Tuesdays, 6:30–8 pm Knit and visit every Tuesday evening!Open to all, and beginning instruction isavailable. Bring your own supplies.

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Gett ing Connected

Coming Soon

March 2 Claudia SchmidtFolksinger/songwriterClaudia Schmidt has recorded 13 albumsthat feature heracclaimed 12-stringguitar and mountain dulcimer playing and encompass folk, blues, and jazz styles.

April 20 Jazz from Odyssey Three of Michigan’s finest jazz musicians—Tad Weed, Kurt Krahnke, and SeanDobbins—perform music from their powerful jazz CD.

Lively Arts @ YDL

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January: Michigan Week Youth Photo ContestTo celebrate Michigan Week, young photographers ages 9–19 were asked to photograph their favorite Michigan historic sites. Among the places they chose are the Presque Isle Lighthouse, theSaginaw River Rear Range Lighthouse, and the Lowden Schoolhouse. Two of the winners are Ypsilanti residents.

February: PrintmakingArtists Tim Gralewski and Ben Bigelow,both MFA graduates of Eastern MichiganUniversity, will display their fine art prints.

March: Carolyn WeinsCarolyn Weins’ pastel drawings (above,right) are inspired by nature and influ-enced by light, texture, the moods ofcountry roadsides, wetlands, woods, and fields.

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January/February: Jim Vansant Landscape painter Vasant works in oil, creating some works on location and others from travel photographs.

March/April: Diane Engleman Ypsilanti resident and photographer presents her collages of local landmarks.

May/June: Jo CainCain’s collages are created with paint and found objects.

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Improve your computer skills with YDL’s free hands-on computer training:

YDL-Michigan Avenue NEW!

YDL-Michigan Avenue now offers freecomputer training in the Friends of YDL-sponsored computer lab. Pre-registrationis required: call 482-4110 ext. 1385.Courses offered this season include: MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and a resume-writing workshop.

YDL-Whittaker RoadNew this season: Microsoft Access training.Pre-registration is required: call 482-4110ext. 1377.

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“Afternoon Shadows” by Carolyn Weins

Reader’s Theater (YOUTH/TEEN)

YDL-Michigan Avenue, Wednesdays from 7–8:30 pm, 1/9, 2/13, 3/12, 4/30 Do you like acting …or just acting silly?Either way, you’ll love Reader’s Theater!Scripts for younger (grades 2–6) and older(grades 7–12) readers will be provided,along with props and costumes. All weneed is YOU!

Read to Logan the Library Dog! (AGES 6–9)

YDL-Michigan Avenue, Thursdays, 6:30–8 pm, 1/10, 1/24, 2/7, 2/21, 3/6, 3/20Your child must be able to read. Studies show that reading aloud to a trainedTherapaws dog helps kids become betterreaders. Sign up today for your 10-minutereading slot with Logan. Read to Logansix times and earn a new book! Registerat 482-4110 ext. 1390.

Kids Club Movie Night (YOUTH)

YDL-Michigan AvenueThursdays, 6 pm, 1/31, 2/28, 3/27, 4/24Watch movies that have been adaptedfrom best-loved children’s books.

Teens & Tweens Computer Club (GRADES 4–12)

YDL-Michigan AvenueSaturdays, 11 am–1 pm, 1/5-2/23Do you like computers, online gaming,digital photography, or social networkingsites? Want to learn more about themand practice using them? Join this club!Registration recommended: 482-4110 ext. 1390.

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YDL’s second bookmobile, The Navigator,is nearly ready to roll, so watch for anannouncement of its arrival date and welcome event at the library.

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Thursday Morning Book DiscussionGroup (ADULT)

Meets the first Thursday of each month at 10:30 am in Conference Room 1C. The group will read: Blessings (1/3), The Golden Notebook (2/7), The EighthPromise (Community Reads selection, 3/6),Love in the Time of Cholera (4/3), and My Life in France (5/1). Details: 482-4110ext. 1356.

Boys Book Club (AGES 9–12)

Meets one Thursday a month at 7 pm. The boys help choose interesting books toread and then talk about the characters,the plots, the heroes, and the villains.Details: 482-4110 ext. 1340.

Teen Book Chat Series (TEEN)

Meets Saturdays at 3 pm in ConferenceRoom 1C. Details: 482-4110 ext. 1340.Participants get a free copy of the book.Read and discuss these teen lit favorites: February 9: Memoirs of a TeenageAmnesiac, by Gabrielle Zevin. After anasty fall, Naomi wakes with no memoryand finds herself reassessing every aspectof her life. March 8: An Abundance of Katherines, byJohn Green. A former child prodigy setsoff on a road trip with his best friend todiscover why he always gets dumped. April 5: Thirteen Little Blue Envelopes, byMaureen Johnson. A mysterious packagefrom her favorite aunt sends Ginny off totravel the world on a life-changing quest.

Superior After-Hours Book Discussion(ADULT)

Join the discussion at YDL-Superior on the third Wednesday of each month at 8 pm. Selections for this season include:The Big Year: A Tale of Man, Nature, andFowl Obsession (1/16), Thunderstruck(2/20), The Eighth Promise (CommunityReads selection, 3/19), Snow Flower andthe Secret Fan (4/16) and Please Don’tCome Back from the Moon (5/21). Details: 482-3747.

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Registration is suggested for book discussion groups. Call the contact numbers for each group listed below.

Folktales and Fractured Fairy TaleBook Club (GRADES 1–3)

Mondays, 6:30 pm, 1/14, 2/11, 3/10, 4/14Meet in the Story Room to read and dis-cuss versions of our favorite folktales andfairy tales. A free book is given out eachmonth. Details: 482-4110 ext. 1340.

Mother/Daughter Book ClubMondays,7 pm, 1/21, 2/18, 3/24, 4/21 Mothers and their young daughters(grades 4–6) meet in the Story Room todiscuss growing up, relationships, and thecharacters, plots and themes of the books.Details: 482-4110 ext. 1340.

Monday Evening Book Group (ADULT)

Meets the second Monday of the monthat 7 pm, Conference Room 1C. This sea-son’s titles: The Virgin Suicides (1/14), The Eighth Promise (Community Readsselection, 2/11), Doomsday Book (3/10),Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress(4/14), and Hopscotch (5/12). Details: 482-4110 ext. 1306.

African American Authors BookDiscussion Group (ADULT)

Meets the last Tuesday of the month at 7 pm in the Community Room. Details:482-4110 ext. 1306.

Mystery Lovers Book Group (ADULT)

Join other amateur sleuths once a monthon Wednesdays at 2 pm in ConferenceRoom 1C to discuss mystery novels. Titlesunder the microscope include: The CamelClub (1/30), The Ballad of Frankie Silver(2/27), Most Wanted (3/26), The Suspect(4/30), and Gone, Baby, Gone (5/28).Details: 482-4110 ext. 1356.

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Kids Only Book Club (GRADES 3–5)

Tuesdays at 6:30 pm, 1/15, 2/19, 3/18, 4/15Youth group meets monthly for snacks and discussion about books selected justfor them. To register, call 482-4110 ext. 1390.

ESL Book Group (ADULT)

Every Wednesday at 11 amStudy English as a Second Language in a casual, comfortable atmosphere. Booksand other materials written in English area framework for conversation. Questions?Call 482-4110 ext. 1385 or 1320.

Girls Rule Book Group (GRADES 6–8)

Wednesdays at 7 pm, 1/16, 2/20, 3/19, 4/16Lively discussions of books selected by girlsin grades 6–8. Books are provided. Newgirls are always invited to join. Register by calling 482-4110 ext. 1314.

Lazy Readers “Book” Club (ADULT)

Thursdays at 7 pm, 1/17, 2/21, 3/20, 4/17Don’t have time to read a whole book but want to participate in an invigorating

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Teen Girls Rule, Too! (GRADES 9–12)

Fridays at 7 pm, 1/11, 2/8, 3/14, 4/11, 5/9Our discussions begin at 7 pm on the second Friday of every month and movefrom location to location. Suggestions for book choices are welcome. Books are provided. For information and regis-tration, call 482-4110 ext. 1314.

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Book Discussion Groups

Book Groups @ YDL-Michigan Avenue

Book Groups @ YDL-Whittaker Road

Drop in storytimes run from January 12 to May 3.= YDL-Whittaker Road = YDL-Michigan Avenue = YDL-SuperiorSMW

Kids Club Storytime YDL-Michigan Avenue, Mondays, 10:30 amDrop-in preschool songs and storytime followed by a simple craft.

Baby BrigadeYDL-Whittaker Road, Story RoomMondays, 10:30 am Bring your babies (birth to 18 months) tothis lapsit storytime and introduce them to songs, books and rhymes.

Superior StorytimesYDL-Superior, Tuesdays, 10:30 amDrop in to enjoy stories and songs.

Toddler StorytimeYDL-Whittaker Road, Story RoomTuesdays and Wednesdays, 10:30 amChildren ages 1–3 and their caregiversshare a program that includes stories,songs, and action rhymes.

Pre-School StorytimeYDL-Whittaker Road, Story RoomWednesdays, 1:30 pmEnjoy stories, songs, and simple crafts for 4- and 5-year-olds.

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Super Saturday StorytimeYDL-Whittaker Road, Story RoomAlternate Saturdays, 10:30 am 1/12, 1/26, 2/9, 2/23, 3/8, 3/22, 4/5, 4/19Stories, songs, and a simple craft forpreschoolers and older children.

Bilingual Family Storytime YDL-Whittaker Road, Story RoomAlternate Saturdays, 10:30 am1/19, 2/2, 2/16, 3/1, 3/15, 3/29, 4/12, 4/26Todos son bienvenidos a YDL para disfrutar cuentos, canciones, y rimas enespañol e ingles. ¡Nos vemos pronto!

Everyone is welcome to come to YDL to enjoy stories, songs and rhymes inSpanish and English. We’ll see you soon!

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L A T I T U D E S W I N T E R 2 0 0 8

2008 Board of Trustees

Linda Gurka, President

Rick Roe, Secretary

Suzanne Gray, Treasurer

Frances Doe

Judith Hartenburg

James Vick

Jean Winborn

Library Director

Jill Morey

Holiday Schedule

January 1 New Year’s Day (CLOSED)

January 21 MLK Jr. Day (OPEN)

February 18 Presidents’ Day (OPEN)

March 23 Easter (CLOSED)

May 26 Memorial Day (CLOSED)

YDL-Whittaker Road

5577 Whittaker Road (734) 482-4110

Monday–Thursday, 9 am to 9 pm

Friday and Saturday, 10 am to 6 pm

Sunday, 1 to 5 pm

YDL-Michigan Avenue

229 West Michigan Ave. (734) 482-4110

Monday–Thursday, 9 am to 9 pm

Friday and Saturday, 10 am to 6 pm

YDL-Superior MORE HOURS!

8975 MacArthur Boulevard

at Harris (734) 482-3747

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday,

4 to 8 pm

Tuesday, 10 am to 2 pm

Saturday, 10 am to 6 pm

YDL-Bookmobile

(734) 482-4110 ext. 1359

YDL Online

Visit us at www.ypsilibrary.org

Friends of YDL

Friends Shop Hours at YDL-Whittaker:

Monday, 2 to 8 pm

Tuesday, 6 to 8 pm

Wednesday, 10 am to 2 pm

Thursday, 10 am to 4 pm

Friday, 10 am to noon

Saturday, 11 am to 5 pm

The Friends welcome donations of

gently used books (no magazines or

old textbooks) throughout the year.

Membership in the Friends starts at

an affordable $10 per year. Additional

donations are gratefully accepted.

All proceeds support the library’s pro-

grams and collections. Send a check

payable to The Friends of YDL to 5577

Whittaker Road, Ypsilanti, MI 48197.

Call (734) 879-1303.

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