Updates
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Civic zone: Climate Change
The Civic Zone will be set up around the library, offering information and activities about current issues. Our goal is to help people think critically, build trust in the community, and find common ground on important topics. The next topic we are highlighting is climate change. The climate crisis is one of the most pressing…
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November 2024 Library Board Meeting
Meeting starts at 7:30 pm in the Friends Board Room. The meeting will be open for participation both in-person at the library and online via zoom (details below). To Join Zoom Meeting use this link:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84949591404 Meeting ID: 849 4959 1404Password: 99536543 Or call this number: 651-372-8299 View or download the digital packet using the links…
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Wilcox Foundation Essay Contest
The 2024-2025 Wilcox Foundation Essay Contest has been announced! Submissions are due on April 4 and all of the information is available at http://www.wilcoxfoundation.org This year’s theme is Plymouth: Everything Old is New Again. Your essay should explore the history of Plymouth’s Old Village, including the buildings, people, families, businesses, and the importance of Old…
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Introducing the Civic Zone!
The Civic Zone will be set up around the library, offering information and activities about current issues. Our goal is to help people think critically, build trust in the community, and find common ground on important topics. The first topic we are highlighting is voting. Get ready for election season with help from the library!…
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New changes for Meeting Room Use
ID Required for A/V EquipmentStarting in late November, changes will be made to the audio visual system in our Walldorf and Dunning Rooms. These changes will require use of a computer dongle (a small device that inserts into the USB-C port of your laptop.) Due to the cost of this device and the high risk…
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October 2024 Library Board Meeting
Meeting starts at 7:30 pm in the Friends Board Room. The meeting will be open for participation both in-person at the library and online via zoom (details below). To Join Zoom Meeting use this link:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84949591404 Meeting ID: 849 4959 1404Password: 99536543 Or call this number: 651-372-8299 View or download the digital packet using the links…
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Reflecting on Our Community Conversations: Building the Future Together
Over the past few months, we at Plymouth District Library (PDL) have hosted several Community Conversations. These sessions were designed to gather your thoughts and perspectives about what you envision for the city of Plymouth and how PDL can play a meaningful role in making those dreams a reality. As someone who has lived in…
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Reading Retreat: Taking a Moment to Be
Have you ever wanted to take time and let the world fall away while you read? Well, some of our patrons lived that dream for one weekend at the recent reading retreat hosted at the library. Participants enjoyed silent reading, an acoustic concert, and yoga in the library atrium. One theme from the weekend was…
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Celebrating Life Through the Classics
Sometimes you get an email that reminds you how we are all connected. I received one such email from Kimberly Buzette. She shared that she had lost her son and, in continuing to honor his life, wanted to celebrate his love of libraries and books. It was a beautiful sentiment I couldn’t ignore. Kimberly mentioned…
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Human Library Comes to Plymouth
Michael McEvoy has chosen to be an open book, literally and figuratively, to challenge assumptions about people like him. A part of the Northville District Library team for the past 25 years, Michael handles all things tech and IT. However, he’s also opened up in a different way—by participating in an event called the Human…
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Building Committee Meeting
Plymouth District Library Board of Trustees will hold a Building Committee Meeting on Wednesday, September 18 at 3pm in the Friends Meeting Room. View or download the digital packet using the links as they are available. Paper copies are also available at the Reader’s Advisory Desk whenever the library is open. Agenda
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Social Game Meetups for Adults
Are you an adult who might enjoy meeting up at the library for euchre, scrabble, mahjong or another favorite game? We invite you to provide your preferences to help us plan! Visit this google survey to give your no-obligations input.
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September 2024 Public Hearing & Library Board Meeting
Meeting starts at 7:30 pm in the Friends Board Room with a public hearing on the 2024 millage rate and 2025 proposed budget. The regular meeting will follow the hearing at the call of the chair. The meeting will be open for participation both in-person at the library and online via zoom (details below). To…
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WHODUNIT! – A Booklist of mysteries
Looking for your next page-turner? Dive into our Whodunit! Mystery Books list, expertly curated by our librarians for readers of all ages. Whether you’re a fan of classic detective tales, modern thrillers, or cozy mysteries, this collection has something for everyone. Perfect for lazy afternoons in the sun or thrilling nights by the fire, these…
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Gear Up for Success: Back-to-School Resources
Back-to-School Resources at Plymouth District Library As the new school year approaches, we are here to support students, teachers, and families with a wide range of resources, activities, and tools to ensure a successful academic year. Comprehensive Book Collection With over 212,000 physical titles in circulation, our library offers an extensive collection of books to…
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The Love of Reading
If you’ve ever thought that you aren’t a reader, you probably haven’t found your genre yet. Just as there are various ice cream flavors, there are countless niches in reading. Let’s start with the basics: Fiction: Literature created from the imagination, including made-up stories, characters, and events. Common genres within fiction are mystery, science fiction,…
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August 2024 Library Board Meeting
Meeting starts at 7:30 pm in the Friends Board Room. The meeting will be open for participation both in-person at the library and online via zoom (details below). To Join Zoom Meeting use this link:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84949591404 Meeting ID: 849 4959 1404Password: 99536543 Or call this number: 651-372-8299 View or download the digital packet using the links…
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Building Committee Meeting
Plymouth District Library Board of Trustees will hold a Building Committee Meeting on Monday, August 12 at 3pm in the Friends Meeting Room. View or download the digital packet using the links as they are available. Paper copies are also available at the Reader’s Advisory Desk whenever the library is open. Agenda
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