The Ludington and Scottville Branches of the Mason County District Library have many fun, free events scheduled in the coming months:

Third Space Movement Show

On Monday, August 22nd: Ludington Branch at 1pm and Scottville Branch at 4pm. Come see acrobatics, displays of physical ability, juggling, and more with the cirque performers of the Third Space Movement. Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

Zumba

On Wednesday, August 24th from 1-2pm at the Scottville Branch and Monday, August 29th from 1-2pm at the Ludington Branch, people of all ages are invited to Zumba with local instructor, Pamela Buck. Zumba is popular fitness activity that includes music and movement. Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

Science Day

Ever made elephant toothpaste? Want to run cool experiements or learn ways to trick your eyes and mind? Come to the Scottville Branch on Thursday, August 25th from 1-4pm for Science! Day. Snacks will be provided. Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

Friendship Day

Celebrate, honor, and enjoy friends on Tuesday, August 30th from 1-4pm in the outdoor area of the Ludington Branch. There will be ice cream, games, and activities for all friends! Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

Adventureland Puppet Show

Join Joanne Schroeder and her cast of assorted puppet friends for a fun afternoon of imagination, play, and wonder at the Scottville Branch on Wednesday, August 31st at 3pm. Children under age 6 must be accompanied by an adult.

All events at the Mason County District Libraries are free.

Summer Fun at the Library

Summers are so much fun at the Mason County District Libraries, the kids may not want to go to the beach! The Summer Reading Program is for kids of all ages, with Read to Me for kids up to eight years, Independent Readers for those 5-13 years, and Teen Readers for 11-18 years. During the summer months there are also weekly crafts for kids ages six years and older, Science Camps in July and many special programs as well as the ongoing weekly programs.

2016 Weekly Summer Programs

Preschool/Kindergarten Story Time - Tuesdays at 10 am, Ludington Library. Wednesday at 10 am, Scottville Library.
Summer Program - Mondays (June 15th-August 31st) at 11am, Ludington Library.
Creative Kids: Self-directed Art, Games and Puzzles - Mondays from 1pm-4pm, Tuesdays & Fridays from 11am-4pm, Thursdays from 11am-3pm, Saturdays from 9:30am-2:30pm, Ludington Library.
Games Galore - Wednesdays from 11am-4pm, Ludington Library.
Fit Club - Thursdays at 4pm, Ludington Library; Wednesdays at 4pm, Scottville Library (Children 7 and older).
Block Party - Create with Legos. Saturdays from 10am-1pm, Ludington Library. Thursdays at 4 pm, Scottville Library.
Game On for Teens - Thursdays at 4pm, Scottville Library.
Summer Craft - Wednesdays at 1pm, Scottville Library.

2016 Weekly School Year Programs

Preschoolers and Kindergarteners

Babytime: Stories for Babies - Mondays at 10am, Ludington Library. Preschool-K Story Time - Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays at 10am, Ludington Library. Wednesdays at 10am, Scottville Library.
Happy Feet - Mondays at 10:30am, Ludington Library.

Kids & Teens

Creative Kids: Self-Directed Art, Games and Puzzles - Mondays, Tuesdays, & Fridays from 4-5:30pm; Saturdays from 9:30am-2:30pm, Ludington Library.
Games Galore - Wednesdays (except 1st Wednesday of the month) from 4-5:30pm, Ludington Library.
Fit Club - Wednesdays at 4pm, Scottville Library; Thursdays at 4pm, Ludington Library (Children 7 & older).
Block Party with Lego Brand Bricks - Thursdays at 4pm (beginning October 12th) and Saturdays (January 3rd-May 30th, September 12th-December 26th) from 1-4pm, Ludington Library.
Game on for Teens - Thursdays at 4pm, Ludington Library.
Smart Girls - Fridays at 4pm, Scottville Library. (Girls 10 and older)

2016 Monthly Programs for Kids & Families

Family Fun Craft - First Tuesdays (January 6th-May 5th, September 1st-December 1st) from 3pm-6pm, Scottville Library.
Discovery Club - First Wednesdays (November-April) at 4pm, Ludington Library (Grades 2-5).

Annual Holiday Events

Every holiday brings a special celebration to the libraries. There are parties for Valentine's Day, Mardi Gras, Easter, Earth Day, Halloween, and Christmas...always fun and always free!

The Mason County District Libraries Aren't Just for Kids!

The Ludington and Scottville branches of the Mason County District Library also host recurrent programs for adults.

2016 Weekly Summer Programs for Adults

Digital Downloads - Wednesdays from 5-8pm, Scottville Library. Saturdays from 12-5pm, Ludington Library.

2016 Weekly School Year Programs for Adults

Adult Craft Night - Tuesdays (January 6th-May 5th, September 1st-December 1st) at 6 pm, Ludington Library.
Digital Downloads - Wednesdays from 5-8pm and Saturdays from 12-5pm, Ludington Library.

About the Mason County District Libraries

Four years of fundraising and seven months of construction has produced the beautiful new children's wing to the Mason County Library in Ludington. The Keith Wilson Children's Center was formally dedicated on May 18, 2012. The new wing adds over 5,300 square feet to the library, which now offers a Story Time and Sailboat Play Area, West Shore Bank Multi-Purpose Room and Craig R. Rasmussen Outdoor Activity Area which is enclosed by a fence.

Children simply love the Mason County District libraries in Ludington and Scottville. They're kid-friendly, and have activities all year for children of all ages. The mission of the library is children's literacy...encouraging children to read by making it fun and enjoyable. Their theme is "Just Imagine," allowing kids to engage their minds and curiosity of the world around them.

The Mason County District Library is so much more than books...it's a fun place for kids to learn and explore, while increasing children's literacy.

Contact the Mason County District Library at:
217 E. Ludington Ave.
Ludington, MI
(231) 843-8465
www.masoncounty.lib.mi.us/

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