Newsletter
January 2019


Library Closed:
Monday, January 21
Expanded Library Hours Beginning January 4, 2019
Looking for a good book or DVD to pick up for the weekend? We have great news for you! The Library will be open 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. on Fridays beginning Jan. 4th. We hope you enjoy this added convenience and look forward to serving you.
2019 Checkout Challenge!
We are challenging the community to take a fresh look at the great collection of materials available at the Romulus Public Library and help us reach our goal of 70,000 checkouts for 2019! You can checkout books, audiobooks, movies, TV shows, CDs, and more at the Library and e-books, e-audiobooks, music, comic books, and movies online 24/7. We'll keep you updated on our website and social media as our Checkout Challenge Thermometer grows. We want everyone to know what a valuable resource your Library is. Using your library card is a great way to save money and provide you and your family with hours of entertainment.
Register for Adult Winter Reading Program "A Blizzard of Books"
Registration for Winter Reading 2019 is open now! Stop by the library and pick up a bingo card and track your reading from January to March. Earn chances to win books, mugs, and more! Adults 18+ encouraged to participate.
 Donations to the library for programming or other special purchases can now be made online. Please visit our website and click on the Donate button located on the right hand side of the homepage. Then enter your credit or debit card information as prompted. Your gift is tax-deductible. Thank you for your generosity!
Monday, January 7 at 6:30 pm
Cyndy Nemon of the Grosse Ile Garden Club will discuss the benefits of therapeutic gardening.
Used Book Sale - January 10 - 12
During regular library hours
Proceeds support programs and classes for adults, teens, and kids.
Join the Friends and help support library programs. Click here or stop by the Library for a brochure.
Secret Detroit
Thursday, January 31 at 6:30 p.m.
Join author Karen Dybis as she discusses her book Secret Detroit, which explores the wacky and weird attractions in the city.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Romulus Public Library
Monday, January 14 at 7 p.m.
Library Meeting Room
Discussion : The Readers of Broken Wheel Recommend by Katarina Bivald
Tuesday, January 15 at 10:30 a.m.
Romulus Senior Center
Discussion: Rosemary: The Hidden Kennedy Daughter by Kate Clifford Larson and Today Will Be Different by Maria Semple.
 January 28 at 5 p.m.
Love manga and anime?
Join Kristen as she hosts the club with a movie and snacks!
Saturday January 19 at 2 p.m.
Can you complete Miss Kristen's monthly challenge? Do you want to experiment with your own creativity? Join us for Lego Club.
Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.
January 16-March 27 (No meeting 2/20)
Join Miss Jessica for crafts, stories, and play!
Ages 0-4. Older siblings welcome, but must be accompanied by an adult.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Romulus Public Library
Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m.
January 15-February 12
Come out and read stories and do crafts with Miss Jessica. All ages are welcome to this family program.
Second Monday Book Club - Monday, Feb 11, March 11 at 7 p.m.
Senior Book Club - Tuesday, Feb 19, March 19 at 10:30 a.m. Meets at Romulus Senior Center
Garden Club Speaker -- Monday, Feb 4 at 6:30 p.m. .
Black History Month Program - Storyteller, Miz Rosie "African American and African Folktales with African instruments" - Tuesday, Feb. 13 @ 6:30 p.m.
Howell Nature Bus Snowy Owls - Saturday, Feb. 23 @ 1 p.m.
Author Dr. Greg Sumner presents MI POW Camps in WWII -- Thursday, Feb 28 @6:30pm
Friends of the Library Meeting - Monday, February 11 at 5:30 p.m.
Library Board Meeting - Tuesday, February 19 at 5 p.m.

Meetings held in the Library Meeting Room unless otherwise noted - Public Welcome!
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Romulus Public Library
11121 Wayne Rd.
Romulus, MI 48174
Monday-Thursday -- 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Friday -- 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Saturday -- 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sunday -- Closed