Community Calendar

It's time to get creative with Portland Creates! Join the community in an all-ages art competition by submitting your very own art for display and judging. It can be something you make specifically for this program, or something you've had for years that you want to finally put out there. We welcome different mediums including (but not limited to) 3-D, metal workings, quilting, crocheting, quilling, painting, drawing, and much more! We will begin accepting submissions April 1. Get creative and showcase your art to the community!

Ages 1 - 6 and Caregivers. Join us for fun stories, songs, and a simple craft each week!

RIVERDANCE, as you’ve never seen it before! A powerful and stirring reinvention of this beloved favorite, celebrated the world over for its Grammy® award-winning score and the thrilling energy and passion of its Irish and international dance. Twenty five years on, composer Bill Whelan has rerecorded his mesmerizing soundtrack while producer Moya Doherty and director John McColgan have completely reimagined the ground-breaking show with innovative and spectacular lighting, projection, stage and costume designs. Immerse yourself in the extraordinary power and grace of its music and dance—beloved by fans of all ages.

Adults
Come hear how Grand Ledge architect Todd Gute has travelled the world (from Togo (Africa), Romania, and the Philippines) leading humanitarian construction projects -- creating shelters to help people rebuild lives. Hear fascinating details, learn how Todd got involved and what's next. Presented by the Friends of the Grand Ledge Area District Library. Brief Annual Meeting and refreshments to be included.

Join us in giving mason jars a new purpose by making wind chimes on Wednesday, April 30th at 6:00 pm. Pre-registration is required for this adult craft program and can be done on the Library's website.

A lap-sit story time for babies and toddlers with their adult caregivers! Older siblings are welcome to attend. Rhymes, songs, cuddles, and play are all included. No pre-registration is required for this program.

Adults
Short Description: This workshop provides dementia knowledge & skills to support family members providing care for relatives/friends with dementia living in the community. Group discussion, problem-solving, sharing practical solutions and more. 1x per week, 6 wk session. Free.

A basic introduction to parkour as imagined through stories. You and your little one will learn together how to safely maneuver everyday obstacles using the whole body. Build strength, balance, focus, confidence, and problem-solving skills after listening to related stories. For children ages 3 to 6.

Join us on Fridays from 11:00 am until 11:45 am for stories, songs, movement and play for children ages 18 – 36 months with their caregivers at Toddler Time. A drop-in family story time.

Craft Club Jr takes place the first Friday of every month from 4:15 to 5:15 pm. Available for students in grades 1 through 3. Pre-registration is required and can be done on the Library's website.