Miscellaneous

Suzuki Group Instrument Demo
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Have you ever wanted to try out a Violin, Viola, or Cello? The Copper Country Suzuki Association is bringing Violins, Violas, and Cellos to the Portage Lake District Library on Saturday, September 17, from 11am – 1pm for kids and adults to try out. They will also give instrument demonstrations and there will be an opportunity to meet CCSA instructors. 

Sewing with Cynthia RESCHEDULED
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RESCHEDULED to SATURDAY, 10/15, 12-2PM Join us and learn how to sew a pillowcase!  Bring your own sewing machine, or we have 2 you can use at the library.  You will need to bring 3/4 yd  fabric for body of pillowcase and  coordinating 1/8 yd for optional accent trim 1/4 yd fabric for the cuff and matching thread. Your instructor, Cynthia Hodges … read more Sewing with Cynthia RESCHEDULED

HSPL Contract Renewal Handouts
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The following documents were presented at the Hancock Public School District (HPSD)  Meeting Monday, August 23rd, 2022. This information was prepared by Katrina Linde-Moriarty for the Board of Education to evaluate the current contract and renewal for 2022-23 between the HPSD and PLDL with regards to the joint administration of the Hancock School Public Library (HSPL). Future Planning for HSPL 2022-23 Contract … read more HSPL Contract Renewal Handouts

PLDL Board of Trustees
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The Library’s Board of Trustees hosts their monthly public meeting on Wednesday, August 24th, from 7 – 8:00pm in the Community Room. Click here for agenda.

Cricut Machine Training
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Learn the basics of operating a Cricut Maker Machine on Wednesday, August 17, from 6 – 7pm. Open to all PLDL Card Holders. This program is a perfect orientation for patrons wishing to use PLDL’s Cricut machine. Call 482-4570 or email mstanitis@pldl.org to reserve a spot.

Author Eugene Milhizer
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Join us on Monday, August 8, from 6 – 7:30pm for an evening with author Eugene Milhizer. His book, Dissecting Anatomy of a Murder, examines and analyzes both the book and film, Anatomy of a Murder, in significant detail. It tells the fascinating story of its author, John Voelker and recounts the 1952 murder in Big Bay, Michigan. It also chronicles the … read more Author Eugene Milhizer

AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES WORKSHOP
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Join us on Saturday, August 6, from 12 – 2pm for a program hosted by the Keweenaw Invasive Species Management Area (KISMA) group, for anyone interested in learning more about aquatic invasive species and protecting our waterways! Identification, impacts, management, and prevention will be covered in this program. 

Verna Mize Storytime
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Join us on Wednesday, July 27, from 10:30 – 11:30am for a special Storytime with Mary, the founder of the Verna Mize Triathlon.

Roll the Dice: A D&D 5e Adventure
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REGISTRATION IS CLOSED ! Calling all green and veteran adventurers for this single quest on Thursday, July 28, from 5 – 8pm. Members of all skill types and ages above 10 years old are welcome, as this event has a “PG” rating.  Sign-up to save your spot at the library: 906-482-4570 or here Join us as we sail the high seas as a crew … read more Roll the Dice: A D&D 5e Adventure

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