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  • Is it a Holiday Movie?

    You may have seen holiday movies that make you question what truly defines a holiday film. Notable titles like Die Hard, The Nightmare Before Christmas, and Meet Me in St. Louis often spark debate. Are these really holiday movies? Here are some questions to consider when determining whether a film falls into the holiday category.…

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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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  • Author Spotlight: Sally Hepworth

    It is human nature to crave connection and community. As individuals, we long to be accepted and to know we are not alone in our feelings, thoughts, or interests. One of the most powerful ways to feel understood is through reading. Nonfiction, particularly memoirs, can offer readers the opportunity to relate to someone’s personal experiences.…

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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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  • 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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  • 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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  • CANCELLED — August 2024 VEBA Committee Meeting

    Plymouth District Library Board of Trustees will hold a VEBA Committee meeting at 5:30pm on Monday, August 5, 2024. The meeting will be open for participation both in-person at the library and online via zoom. Join Zoom MeetingMeeting ID: 871 0994 5612Passcode: 57023542Join via phone: 312-626-6799 View or download the digital packet using the links…

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  • July 2024 Building COmmittee Meeting

    Plymouth District Library Board of Trustees will hold a Building Committee meeting at 2:00pm on Tuesday, July 30, 2024. The meeting will be open for participation in-person at the library. View or download the digital packet using the links below, when they are available. Paper copies are available at the Readers Advisory Desk whenever the…

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  • Our New Library APP is Here

    We are delighted to announce that our new and improved library app is now available for download! After a brief interruption last November, we partnered with a fantastic new company to bring you an even better version. Our new app is designed to provide you with a seamless and reliable experience.  With our new app,…

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  • Help Plan the Library’s Future

    Public libraries play a crucial role in communities, offering resources, programs, and services that cater to various needs. At Plymouth District Library, we are committed to ensuring that our services evolve based on community needs. To achieve this, we are working on a strategic plan that places the voices and opinions of our community at…

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  • July 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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