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Friends of the Library Book Shop
The Friends of the Library Book Shop is the perfect place to find great reads without breaking the bank. With most books priced at $1 or less, you can stock up on your favorite genres or discover new authors.
Located on the first floor of the library, the shop is open during regular library hours. So come on down and start your new year off right with a good book! They also accept donations too!
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Library of Things
Looking to learn a new skill or hobby? Want to explore your creativity? Our Library of Things has something for everyone. From musical instruments to tools and games, our collection is constantly growing. Each item can be checked out for one week and must be returned to the Circulation Desk.
We also have a special collection for kids, featuring Yotos and Tonies. Learn more here!
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Food Smarts (8-12 year olds)
Thursday, Jan 9, 16, 23, 30, Feb 6, 13 at 4:30 PM
| Unleash Your Inner Chef! Join us for a fun-filled cooking adventure with Gleaners. Learn about healthy eating, try new recipes, and take home your own cookbook and chef's hat. This class will meet for 90 minutes each Thursday for 6 weeks. Please note that attendance at all sessions is mandatory. Space is limited, sign up here. | | |
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ASL Storytime
Saturday, January 11at 10:00 AM
| Join the Holley Institute for a special storytime for Deaf, Deaf blind, Deaf disabled, and Hard of Hearing children from 10-12. Stories, signs, and socializing for the whole family! No sign up required. | | |
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Kokedama "Plant Balls"
Wednesday, January 15 at 6:30 PM
| Join Tera H for a fun lesson in Kokedama the Japanese art of growing plants in a moss-covered ball of soil wrapped with string or mono-filament fishing line. These plants are beautiful, earth friendly, and a lovely way to decorate your home! This class is intended for children ages 10 and up and space is limited. Sign up here. | | |
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AniManga Club
Tuesday, January 14 at 5:00 PM
Throw on your art clothes and join us for Hands on Art History!
Each month we'll learn about and recreate pieces with our own flair from different art movements, innovations, and individual artists. Ages 9-15. Registration required; sign up here.
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After School Meet Up
Wednesday, January 8, 15, 22, 29 at 3:00 PM
Teens 12-18 are welcome to join us in the teen room every Wednesday after school for an afternoon of video games, board games, and crafts.
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Eat Smart, Live Strong
Tuesdays in January at 2:00 PM
Join non-profit Leaders Advancing & Helping Communities (LAHC) for Eat Smart, Live Strong. This 6 week series will feature weekly sessions on nutrition education, fitness tips, and healthy snack options. Learn more here.
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Classic Movie Matinee
Thursday, January 16 at 2:00 PM
Join us on the third Thursday of the month for Classic Movie Matinee. In January we will watch Sleepless in Seattle, starring Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks. Sign up here!
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Hoopla
Hoopla allows you to borrow movies, music, audiobooks, ebooks, comics, and TV shows to enjoy on your computer, tablet, or phone – and even your TV! With no waiting, titles can be streamed immediately or downloaded to phones or tablets for offline enjoyment later.
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Kanopy
Kanopy is a video streaming service that provides instant access to thousands of critically acclaimed movies, documentaries, and kids’ favorites. Kanopy is available for free with your library card and can be accessed via desktop and SmartTV apps such as Roku, Apple TV, and Fire Stick.
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New York Times
The original, quality journalism of The New York Times helps you make sense of this moment. With a Redford library card, you can access The New York Times in the library, at home, or on the go! Access the database here.
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Consumer Reports
Product reviews and ratings
on cars, appliances, electronics, and more. Click here for
more information.
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Libby, by Overdrive
With a Redford Library card, Redford residents can download and access eBooks and audiobooks using a computer, eBook reader, or compatible mobile device.
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Mango Languages
Speak like a local with real-life conversations and cultural context in over 70 languages thanks to Mango Languages. Click here to learn more.
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