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May 1st, 2013 (Wed)
  Shakespeare Readers
This is the book group for lovers of Shakespeare's works - in the Shiras Room at 6:30 pm. This month's selection is "Richard III." Please call 226-4318 for more information. See poster.
May 1st, 2013 (Wed)
  Storytime for 2's & 3's
"Let's Be Friends" stories, songs, and fingerplays in the Children's Room, Mondays and Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. Children must be accompanied by a loving adult. See poster.
May 1st, 2013 (Wed)
  Lunch & Learn
Your Mind Matters lunchtime presentation "Obsessive Compulsive Disorder" with Mindy Miller of MGH Behavioral Health at Noon in the Community Room. Call 226-4318 for more information. poster
May 2nd, 2013 (Thu)
  First Thursday Music Series
Marquette Arts & Culture Center presents Gretchen McKenzie singing from her debut album COMMON SENSE in the Community Room at 7:00 pm. See poster.
May 2nd, 2013 (Thu)
  Meet the Library Director
Meet Pam Christensen, Peter White Public Library Director, on the first Thursday of each month (except July) during an evening session from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. in the PW Conference Room.
May 3rd, 2013 (Fri)
  LEGO Club
For Grades 3, 4, and 5: Read a story and use LEGO's to build on the theme of the day. Fridays at 4:15 pm in the Community Room. Call 226-4320 for more information. See poster.
May 4th, 2013 (Sat)
  Shipwrecked!
Wild Swan Theater production of SHIPWRECKED!, a drama set during a fierce storm on Lake Huron in 1893. 2:00 pm in the Community Room. For Grades 3 and up. Call 226-4318 for more information. See poster.
May 5th, 2013 (Sun)
  Tales from Around the World
Storyteller Roan Judd shares folk tales and legends from cultures around the globe in the Community Room at 2:00 pm. No admission charge. For more information, call 226-4318. poster
May 5th, 2013 (Sun)
  Big Water Community Sing
Casual jam session for folks of all ages to like to sing. Bring your copy of RISE UP SINGING or other music to share as a group. Song leader is Corinne Rockow from 3:30-5:30 pm in the Community Room. Call 226-4318 fo more information. See poster.
May 6th, 2013 (Mon)
  DocuMonday
Documentary film, JANE'S JOURNEY features Dr. Jane Goodall, primatologist, and her new plan to save nature. (107 min.) Community Room at 7:00 pm. See poster
May 6th, 2013 (Mon)
  Afternoon Classic Films
THE SNAKE PIT, a 1948 film starring Olivia DeHavilland, Celeste Holm, and Mark Stevens at 1:30 pm in the Community Room poster
May 6th, 2013 (Mon)
  Storytime for 2's & 3's
"Buzzy, Breezy, Busy Days" stories, songs, and fingerplays in the Children's Room, Mondays and Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. Children must be accompanied by a loving adult. See poster.
May 7th, 2013 (Tue)
  Three Dates That Changed the World
Roger Magnuson lecture series on three dates that changed the world, 1450, 1492, and 1517, at 7:00 pm in the Lions Room. Call Caroline at 226-4312 for more information. See poster.
May 7th, 2013 (Tue)
  PWPL Book Group
Discussion of THE PARIS WIFE by Paula McLain at 7:00 pm in the Shiras Room. Call 226-4312 for more information. See poster.
May 7th, 2013 (Tue)
  Story and Crafts for 4's and Up
Stories, crafts, and songs in the Youth Services Atrium at 1:00 pm. See poster.
May 7th, 2013 (Tue)
  YMM Book Study
Your Mind Matters Book Study featuring "Are Your Prescriptions Killing You?" by Armon B. Neel Jr. and Bill Hogan will be held for four weeks May 7, 14, 21, and 28 in the Conference Room on the Main Floor. Lucy Wilcox of NorthCare/Pathways will lead the group. See poster.
May 7th, 2013 (Tue)
  Athor Visit - Krinstine O'Connell George
Children's Author, Kristine O'connell George will talk about writing books and poetry. Activities based on her books after the presentation. Book sales and signing provided by Snowbound Books at 6:30 in the Community Room. See poster.
May 8th, 2013 (Wed)
  Once Upon a Crime Book Group
A book group for mystery readers meets at 7:00 PM in the Dandelion Cottage Room on the main level. May selection is THE WINTER OF HER DISCONTENT by Kathryn Miller Haines.
May 8th, 2013 (Wed)
  Back on Track
Personal Finance one-on-one session to get on track for a better future with Joan Vinette, MSU Extension Educator. Available every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month in the Conference Room (main floor) drop-in between 4:00 - 7:00 pm. See poster.
May 8th, 2013 (Wed)
  Storytime for 2's & 3's
"Buzzy, Breezy, Busy Days" stories, songs, and fingerplays in the Children's Room, Mondays and Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. Children must be accompanied by a loving adult. See poster.
May 9th, 2013 (Thu)
  Lunch & Learn
Your Mind Matters lunchtime presentation "The Ten signs of Alzheimer's" with Heather Addison of the Alzheimer's Association at Noon in the Community Room. Call 226-4318 for more information. poster
May 9th, 2013 (Thu)
  Book Babies
Lap-sit storytime, including stories, songs, and nursery rhymes, for children up to 24 months, Children's Area at 10:00 am. See poster.
May 10th, 2013 (Fri)
  LEGO Club
For Grades 3, 4, and 5: Read a story and use LEGO's to build on the theme of the day. Fridays at 4:15 pm in the Community Room. Call 226-4320 for more information. See poster.
May 10th, 2013 (Fri)
  Donor Event
The library will close early (at 5:00PM) The annual Donor Event is an evening gathering by invitation only.
May 13th, 2013 (Mon)
  Storytime for 2's & 3's
"Buzzy, Breezy, Busy Days" stories, songs, and fingerplays in the Children's Room, Mondays and Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. Children must be accompanied by a loving adult. See poster.
May 14th, 2013 (Tue)
  Three Dates That Changed the World
Roger Magnuson lecture series on three dates that changed the world, 1450, 1492, and 1517, at 7:00 pm in the Lions Room. Call Caroline at 226-4312 for more information. See poster.
May 14th, 2013 (Tue)
  Dinner and a Movie
Enjoy a light meal and a movie at the library at 5:30 PM in the Community Room. Tickets must be purchased from the Circulation Desk, in advance for $15.00. LES MISERABLES with Hugh Jackman, Ann Hathaway, and Russell Crowe- PG 13. Call 226-4318 for more information.
May 14th, 2013 (Tue)
  YMM Book Study
Your Mind Matters Book Study featuring "Are Your Prescriptions Killing You?" by Armon B. Neel Jr. and Bill Hogan will be held for four weeks May 7, 14, 21, and 28 in the Conference Room on the Main Floor. Lucy Wilcox of NorthCare/Pathways will lead the group. See poster.
May 14th, 2013 (Tue)
  Story and Crafts for 4's and Up
Stories, crafts, and songs in the Youth Services Atrium at 1:00 pm. See poster.
May 14th, 2013 (Tue)
  Lunch & Learn
Your Mind Matters lunchtime presentation "Trauma & Youth" with Ashley Jenema of Pathways Community Mental Health at Noon in the Community Room. Call 226-4318 for more information. poster
May 15th, 2013 (Wed)
  Your Mind Matters Film series
Your Mind Matters presents a film to raise awareness of mental health, SILVER LININGS PLAYBOOK, sponsored by NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) in the Community Room at 7:00 pm. Please call 226-4318 for more information. See poster.
May 15th, 2013 (Wed)
  Storytime for 2's & 3's
"Buzzy, Breezy, Busy Days" stories, songs, and fingerplays in the Children's Room, Mondays and Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. Children must be accompanied by a loving adult. See poster.
May 15th, 2013 (Wed)
  Lunch & Learn
Your Mind Matters lunchtime presentation "ADHD" with Heather Busser-Demarte of MGH Behavioral Health at Noon in the Community Room. Call 226-4318 for more information. poster
May 16th, 2013 (Thu)
  Readers Theater
Join in for a group reading of THE WAY OF THE WORLD by William Congreve. The group meets in the Shiras Room at 7:00 PM. No rehearsals - no memorizing.See poster.
May 16th, 2013 (Thu)
  Film Club: Modern Classics
Watch a modern classic film, AND JUSTICE FOR ALL, starring Al Pacino Jack Warden, and john Forsythe from the year 1979. Rated R. 1:00 PM in the Community Room A. See poster.
May 17th, 2013 (Fri)
  Arts Awards
City of Marquette Arts Awards recipients will be honored at a reception from 5:00 to 7:00 pm in the Arts & Culture Center. A formal presentation begins at 7:00 pm in the Community Room. See arts-culture@mqtcty.org for more information.
May 17th, 2013 (Fri)
  LEGO Club
For Grades 3, 4, and 5: Read a story and use LEGO's to build on the theme of the day. Fridays at 4:15 pm in the Community Room. Call 226-4320 for more information. See poster.
May 19th, 2013 (Sun)
  Scrabble Sunday
Join other word game enthusiasts for a challenging and fun afternoon the popular board game, Scrabble. Held in conjunction with the Traditional Music Jam in the Community Room from 2:00-5:00 pm. See poster.
May 19th, 2013 (Sun)
  Traditional Music Jam
Join others who enjoy playing Acoustic Folk Music like The Carter Family, Woody Guthrie, Pete Seeger and Bob Dylan, 2:00-5:00 pm, Community Room, No admission charge. See poster.
May 20th, 2013 (Mon)
  Tasty Reads
Book group for cooks who like to read will feature a planning meeting for the fall. Bring your favorite book titles at Noon in the Shiras Room on the top floor. See poster.
May 20th, 2013 (Mon)
  Book Release - "The Way North"
Readings by John Smolens, April Lindala, Ron Riekki, Marty Achatz, Janeen Rastall, L.E. Kimball, and Cameron Witbeck at 7:00 PM in the Community Room. Book sale & signing follows the readings.
May 20th, 2013 (Mon)
  Storytime for 2's & 3's
"Buzzy, Breezy, Busy Days" stories, songs, and fingerplays in the Children's Room, Mondays and Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. Children must be accompanied by a loving adult. See poster.
May 21st, 2013 (Tue)
  Story and Crafts for 4's and Up
Stories, crafts, and songs in the Youth Services Atrium at 1:00 pm. See poster.
May 21st, 2013 (Tue)
  YMM Book Study
Your Mind Matters Book Study featuring "Are Your Prescriptions Killing You?" by Armon B. Neel Jr. and Bill Hogan will be held for four weeks May 7, 14, 21, and 28 in the Conference Room on the Main Floor. Lucy Wilcox of NorthCare/Pathways will lead the group. See poster.
May 21st, 2013 (Tue)
  Lunch & Learn
Your Mind Matters lunchtime presentation "The Psychology of Happiness" with Bob Mellin of Great Lakes Recovery Centers at Noon in the Community Room. Call 226-4318 for more information. poster
May 21st, 2013 (Tue)
  Three Dates That Changed the World
Roger Magnuson lecture series on three dates that changed the world, 1450, 1492, and 1517, at 7:00 pm in the Lions Room. Call Caroline at 226-4312 for more information. See poster.
May 21st, 2013 (Tue)
  The Araboolies of Liberty Street
A one-act children's opera based on the children's book, "The Araboolies of Liberty Street" tells of tolerance and diversity in this presentation by the Michigan Opera Theatre. Community Room at 7:00 pm. Recommended for Grades K-5. Call 226-4318 for more information. poster
May 22nd, 2013 (Wed)
  Back on Track
Personal Finance one-on-one session to get on track for a better future with Joan Vinette, MSU Extension Educator. Available every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month in the Conference Room (main floor) drop-in between 4:00 - 7:00 pm. See poster.
May 22nd, 2013 (Wed)
  Storytime for 2's & 3's
"Buzzy, Breezy, Busy Days" stories, songs, and fingerplays in the Children's Room, Mondays and Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. Children must be accompanied by a loving adult. See poster.
May 22nd, 2013 (Wed)
  Middle School Movie
Great movies for middle school students, especially on early release days. Rated PG. See YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN on Wednesday at Noon in the Community Room. No admission charge. Call 226-4323 for more information. See poster.
May 23rd, 2013 (Thu)
  Younr Mind Matters Film Series
Your Mind Matters presents a film to raise awareness of mental health, THE FISHER KING, sponsored by NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) in the Community Room at 7:00 pm. Please call 226-4318 for more information. See poster.
May 23rd, 2013 (Thu)
  Lunch & Learn
Your Mind Matters lunchtime presentation "Metabolic Syndrome of Psycotropic Drugs" with Michael Papin of MGH Behavioral Health at Noon in the Community Room. Call 226-4318 for more information. poster
May 24th, 2013 (Fri)
  LEGO Club
For Grades 3, 4, and 5: Read a story and use LEGO's to build on the theme of the day. Fridays at 4:15 pm in the Community Room. Call 226-4320 for more information. See poster.
May 27th, 2013 (Mon)
  LIBRARY CLOSED
The Peter White Public Library will be closed for the day. Regular hours resume on Tuesday, May 28, 2013.
May 28th, 2013 (Tue)
  Lunch & Learn
Your Mind Matters lunchtime presentation "Anxiety" with Tyanne Dosh of MGH Behavioral Health at Noon in the Community Room. Call 226-4318 for more information. poster
May 28th, 2013 (Tue)
  Bluesday Tuesday
Documentary film "Muddy Waters and the Rolling Stones" in the Community Room at 7:00 pm. Sponsored by the Marquette Area Blues Society and Carroll Paul Memorial Trust Fund of PWPL. See poster.
May 28th, 2013 (Tue)
  Three Dates That Changed the World
Roger Magnuson lecture series on three dates that changed the world, 1450, 1492, and 1517, at 7:00 pm in the Lions Room. Call Caroline at 226-4312 for more information. See poster.
May 28th, 2013 (Tue)
  YMM Book Study
Your Mind Matters Book Study featuring "Are Your Prescriptions Killing You?" by Armon B. Neel Jr. and Bill Hogan will be held for four weeks May 7, 14, 21, and 28 in the Conference Room on the Main Floor. Lucy Wilcox of NorthCare/Pathways will lead the group. See poster.
May 29th, 2013 (Wed)
  Lunch & Learn
Your Mind Matters lunchtime presentation "Diet & Exercise on Depression & Anxiety" with Mary C. Ritter of Great Lakes Recovery Centers at Noon in the Community Room. Call 226-4318 for more information. poster
May 30th, 2013 (Thu)
  Lunch & Learn
Your Mind Matters lunchtime presentation "Managed Depression" with Carol Gamber of MGH Behavioral Health at Noon in the Community Room. Call 226-4318 for more information. poster
May 31st, 2013 (Fri)
  LEGO Club
For Grades 3, 4, and 5: Read a story and use LEGO's to build on the theme of the day. Fridays at 4:15 pm in the Community Room. Call 226-4320 for more information. See poster.