Women's History Month
March is here, and that means the official start of Women’s History Month. To celebrate the women who have shaped our history, our librarians have curated a list of recommended reads for all groups. Check out our recommendations here for fiction, nonfiction, and young adult books that showcase writing by and about women.
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Seed Library
Libraries are all about sharing resources in many different formats. Did you know you can share & borrow seeds through the RTDL library? We have also created a monthly Seed Library newsletter, click here to read March.
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Introducing ComicsPlus
We are so excited to announce that we added ComicsPlus to our Digital Collections. Enjoy unlimited access to thousands of digital comics, graphic novels, and manga — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. No holds, no wait lists, no borrowing limits. Learn more here!
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Extended! The Friends of the Library have started to collect book donations at the circulation desk. They are looking for gently used items published in the last 5 years, specifically Fiction, Non-Fiction, and Kids’ titles. Learn more here. | |
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March Storytimes
Baby Storytime: Tuesdays at 10:30 AM (3/7, 3/21)
Babies up to age 3 bring your caregivers in for a rocking good time! Sing, play, dance, and read together. Learn more here.
All Ages Storytime: Wednesdays at 10:30 AM (3/15, 3/22, 3/29)
Sing, play, read, and laugh together in this interactive storytime for all ages. Learn more here.
Pajama Storytime: Thursdays at 7:00 PM (3/16, 3/23, 3/30)
Come cozy up at our Pajama Storytime! Children of all ages are welcome. Learn more here.
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Kids Mouse House Craft
Tuesday, March 7 at 6:00 PM
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Join us for a miniature mouse house craft for kids! Projects have the opportunity be on display at the library for the month of March.
Ages 6-14. Register here.
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Ice Cream Taste Test
Tuesday, March 28 at 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM
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Let's see who has the best strawberry ice cream! All ages welcome.
Please register for your desired session at 11:00 AM or 1:00 PM.
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AniManga Club
Thursday, March 2 at 5:00 PM
Konnichiwa! Do you love anime, manga, and trying new treats? Then get yourself to the RTDL AniManga Club. On the First Thursday of the month, we’ll meet up in-person to talk about upcoming titles, debate our favorites, watch anime, try our hands at manga/anime style drawing, try Japanese snacks, and hang out. Learn more!
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Test Prep SATurday
Saturday, March 11 at 11:00 AM
Take real practice versions of the English/Grammar and/or Mathematics portions of the SAT! Each portion is about 90 minutes long. Sign up here.
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Art Club
Wednesday, March 15 at 5:00 PM
Calling all teen artists! Make art and friends at RTDL’s new Teen Art Club which meets in person on the third Wednesday of the Month. All experience levels are welcome to come express their creativity using a variety of mediums, tools, textures, and techniques. No sign-up is required. Learn more here.
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Oscars Preview with Greg Black
Thursday, March 9 at 6:00 PM
Film expert Greg Black will present an Oscars Preview highlighting the previous year in film through the lens of the Best Picture nominees. He will screen trailers and highlight the front runners for casual viewers while also offering insights to engage serious cinephiles. Sign up here!
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Mending for Caregivers
Tuesday, March 21 at 7:00 PM
Kids clothes are expensive and quickly outgrown--so instead of buying new every time there's a rip, join us in learning simple mending techniques that will extend the life of your little ones' (and your own!) clothing. Sign up here!
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Microsoft Word
Wednesday, March 22 at 6:00 PM
Join us and learn the basics of Microsoft Word. Sign up 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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Freegal
Freegal offers over 15 million songs to be streamed and downloaded. Create your own playlists, listen to channels, stream full albums, or simply download your music
(and keep it!).
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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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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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Creativebug
Experience the joy of making
with over 1000 award-winning
video classes taught by top designers and artists.
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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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