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Library Events

  1. GTPL Seed Library

    April 1, 2023, 9:00 AM - June 30, 2023, 5:00 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library

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  2. Kid's Summer Reading Program

    June 5, 2023, 9:00 AM - August 4, 2023, 5:00 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library

    Join us for our annual Kid's Summer Reading Program! This year, kids ages 5 and up will be tracking all online. Register on ReadSquared, track your reading, and win prizes! There will be a PDF reading log on our website if you prefer tracking on paper, but reading must be logged online in order to redeem prizes. Kids under 5 can pick up an activity sheet at the library, and when it's completed they get a free book! Teen program details TBD.

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  3. Ticket to Read: Adult Summer Reading

    June 5, 2023, 9:00 AM - August 5, 2023, 1:00 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library

    Ages 18 and up. June 5th—August 5th We are playing Ticket to Read this summer and traveling the USA to win prizes! Choose and complete up to 6 routes by reading books set in the corresponding states or written by authors from those states. Each route consists of 4 books. Complete 1 route and choose a small prize. Complete 2 routes and receive library coupons. Complete 3 routes and get entered into a $25 gift card drawing. Complete 4 routes and get entered into a grand prize $50 gift card drawing. Each additional route completed earns you an additional entry into the grand prize drawing. All prizes must be claimed and entries must be received by Aug 5. All prize drawings will take place on Aug 7.

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  4. Sing Song Yoga for Families

    June 6, 2023, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library Large Programming Room (Basement)

    Join Deb Weiss-Gelmi for Sing Song Yoga and Literacy! Kids of all ages and their adults can join us for stories, songs, and yoga. All ages welcome. Families, please bring yoga mats or beach towels for each person.

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  5. Summer Glow Beauty Event

    June 6, 2023, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library Meeting Room AB

    As the seasons change, so does our skin. Let’s talk about broad-spectrum sunscreen, products that help with oil-control, sweat-resistant makeup, and how to achieve a SIMPLE summer glow.

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  6. Local History Room Staffed Hours

    June 7, 2023, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library

    The Local History Room is staffed by members of the Jenison Historical Association and can be accessed on Wednesday from 11AM-1PM. Volunteers can help you with local history and genealogical research. The room can be accessed by using the stairs to the lower level (past the vending machines) or the elevator in the Township Office.

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  7. Adult Book Group: "The Ways We Hide" with Virtual Author Visit

    June 7, 2023, 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library Meeting Room AB

    Please join our book group! This month we will be discussing "The Ways We Hide" by Kristina McMorris. Copies of the book will be available at the circulation desk while supplies last. Additionally, the author will be joining us for 30 minutes to discuss the book with us. From the New York Times bestselling author of Sold on a Monday comes a sweeping World War II tale of an illusionist whose recruitment by British intelligence sets her on a perilous, heartrending path.

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  8. Writers Group

    June 7, 2023, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library Conference Room

    A casual setting to share your writing and receive encouragement and advice. Led by Jeremy Cook.

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  9. Adult Yoga Class

    June 7, 2023, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library Large Programming Room (Basement)

    Join our community for a one-hour, gentle flow class with yoga teacher Jami Kok. This class is thoughtfully designed for all skill levels. Please bring your own mat or towel and meet us in the lower-level basement program room.

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  10. Pins & Needles Craft Group

    June 8, 2023, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library Meeting Room AB

    Are you a crafty person? Do you have crafts that you just can't seem to get done at home? Now is your time to finish them! Bring the craft you are currently working on (or have been waiting to start), whether it is knitting, quilting, scrapbooking, or anything else! Come and spend time socializing, sharing crafting experience, and enjoying snacks. Please bring along everything you need for your own craft. The library will provide tables, chairs, and snacks. Please register in advance as space is limited. Ages 18+

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  11. Outdoor Fun Friday (weather permitting)

    June 9, 2023, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library

    Stop by the library lobby and check out an outdoor game to play outdoors at the library. Games include: Lawn Jenga, Giant Uno, Giant Checkers, Connect 4, Ladder Toss, Lawn Dominoes, Ring Toss, Corn Hole, Bowling, and Yard Dice. Games can be checked out for 1 hour; final checkout will be at 4PM. One checkout per library card

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  12. Ottawa Area ISD Play N Learn

    June 12, 2023, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library Children's Programming Room

    Designed for families with children ages birth to 5 years old. Monthly sessions are based on a children's book, with a story, finger plays, crafts, and activities centered around the book. Each family receives a children's book to take home. Child development and reading readiness information are also available for parents. No pre-registration required.

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  13. Ottawa Area ISD Play N Learn

    June 12, 2023, 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library Children's Programming Room

    Designed for families with children ages birth to 5 years old. Monthly sessions are based on a children's book, with a story, finger plays, crafts, and activities centered around the book. Each family receives a children's book to take home. Child development and reading readiness information are also available for parents. No pre-registration required.

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  14. Georgetown Township Farmers Market

    June 12, 2023, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library Outdoor

    Events: Live Music by Dale Wicks (6-7:30PM) Food Trucks: Wood, Stock, and Grill

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  15. Documentaries & Donuts: "Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie" (R)

    June 13, 2023, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library Large Programming Room (Basement)

    Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie (R, 1h 34min) The film, which will incorporate documentary, archival and scripted elements, will recount Fox's extraordinary story in his own words -- the improbable tale of an undersized kid from a Canadian army base who rose to the heights of stardom in 1980s Hollywood. The account of Fox's public life, full of nostalgic thrills and cinematic gloss, will unspool alongside his never-before-seen private journey, including the years that followed his diagnosis, at 29, with Parkinson's disease. Content review: https://www.commonsensemedia.org/movie-reviews/still-a-michael-j-fox-movie

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  16. All About Butterflies

    June 13, 2023, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library Large Programming Room (Basement)

    Join us to learn all about butterflies! This summer, GTPL will have monarch caterpillars in the lobby and we will watch them grow, form a chrysalis, and finally turn into butterflies. During this program, kids will read a story, meet the caterpillars, make a butterfly feeder and other crafts, and take home seeds to plant their own butterfly garden! Ages 6+. Registration required, only register those that will be participating in crafts. New Policy: If you register for a children's program and don't attend (without canceling your registration by the start of the program) twice in a row, you will not be able to register for children's programs for one month. You may stop by at the start of a program to see if there's room and you may still attend drop-in programs.

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  17. Absolute Beginners Watercolor Painting

    June 13, 2023, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library Meeting Room AB

    Have you ever wanted to start painting with watercolors but aren't sure where to start? This is the class for you! The House of Elements in Grandville will teach the basics of watercolor painting including how to set up your workstation, keep your brushes clean, how to blend colors, use different brush types, apply on canvas, and more! All the supplies you need will be provided at the class." This class was taught in April 2022, Sept 2022, and Feb 2022 and due to limited space, we ask that if you attended those classes you let others register for this one. The level 2 class is 8/15/23. You must register with a staff member in the library or over the phone at 616-457-9620. Please cancel your registration if you become unable to attend.

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  18. Local History Room Staffed Hours

    June 14, 2023, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library

    The Local History Room is staffed by members of the Jenison Historical Association and can be accessed on Wednesday from 11AM-1PM. Volunteers can help you with local history and genealogical research. The room can be accessed by using the stairs to the lower level (past the vending machines) or the elevator in the Township Office.

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  19. Writers Group

    June 14, 2023, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library Conference Room

    A casual setting to share your writing and receive encouragement and advice. Led by Jeremy Cook.

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  20. Breakfast for Dad Grab & Go Recipe Kit

    June 15, 2023, 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library

    Want to try cooking or baking something new but aren't sure where to begin? Pick up a Spice of Life: Grab & Go Kit from the library. Each month will feature a new recipe with the different herbs and spices needed for the dish. The kits are first come, first serve, while supplies last! No registration is required. One kit per person, please. This month's feature is a Father's Day breakfast pancake kit. Kits will be available starting at 10 AM.

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  21. Library @ the Park: Rosewood Park

    June 15, 2023, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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    Library @ the Park: Rosewood Park Georgetown Charter Township Public Library

    Join us at a local park to "check out" a book, get info about the Summer Reading program, get a library card, and make a craft.

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  22. Talk with a Tech

    June 15, 2023, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library Study Room A

    Sign up for a 25 minute slot with our resident tech guru who will answer your questions and walk you through troubles with your devices.

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  23. Outdoor Fun Friday (weather permitting)

    June 16, 2023, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library

    Stop by the library lobby and check out an outdoor game to play outdoors at the library. Games include: Lawn Jenga, Giant Uno, Giant Checkers, Connect 4, Ladder Toss, Lawn Dominoes, Ring Toss, Corn Hole, Bowling, and Yard Dice. Games can be checked out for 1 hour; final checkout will be at 4PM. One checkout per library card

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  24. Storywalk: Grand Ravines Park

    June 18, 2023, 9:00 AM - June 26, 2023, 9:00 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library

    The Georgetown Township Public Library and the Gary Byker Memorial Library are partnering to present Storywalks at area parks this summer! June's storywalk is Jabari Jumps at Grand Ravines Park. Take a walk and read a story!

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  25. SRP Storytime

    June 19, 2023, 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library Large Programming Room (Basement)

    Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and more! This story time is developmentally geared for ages 3 - 5, but all ages are welcome!

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  26. Adult Book Group: "Other Birds"

    June 19, 2023, 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library Meeting Room AB

    Please join our book group! This month we will be discussing "Other Birds" by Sarah Addison Allen. Copies of the book will be available at the circulation desk while supplies last. From the acclaimed author of Garden Spells comes a tale of lost souls, secrets that shape us, and how the right flock can guide you home.

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  27. Georgetown Township Farmers Market

    June 19, 2023, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library Outdoor

    John Ball Travelling Zoo (6-7:30PM) Live Music by David Dykstra (6-7:30PM) Food Trucks: Lost Art Burgers & Ohana Hawaiian Ice www.gtfarmersmarket.org

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  28. Teen Movie Night

    June 19, 2023, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library Large Programming Room (Basement)

    Teens 13+ join us for a movie night! This week we're watching Tomorrowland (PG).

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  29. Family Storytime

    June 19, 2023, 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library Children's Programming Room

    Join Miss Jill for an all ages Storytime during the Farmer's Market!

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  30. SRP Tuesday Morning Movie Madness - The Amazing Maurice (PG)

    June 20, 2023, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library Large Programming Room (Basement)

    Join us each Tuesday morning for a movie! The Amazing Maurice (PG) 1hr 33min Maurice is a sassy, street-smart cat with a sneaky disposition. Together with his band of rats and pied-piper friend Keith, he travels across the countryside, swindling villagers with a staged rat plague. All seems well when the gang sets its sights on a scenic market town, though they quickly realize that something more nefarious is afoot. Content review: https://www.commonsensemedia.org/movie-reviews/the-amazing-maurice

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  31. Teen Beat the Heat

    June 20, 2023, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library Large Programming Room (Basement)

    Teens 13+, join us for a fun afternoon hangout! We'll have different activities each week like extreme sundaes, board games, crafts, and others.

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  32. Local History Room Staffed Hours

    June 21, 2023, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library

    The Local History Room is staffed by members of the Jenison Historical Association and can be accessed on Wednesday from 11AM-1PM. Volunteers can help you with local history and genealogical research. The room can be accessed by using the stairs to the lower level (past the vending machines) or the elevator in the Township Office.

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  33. SRP Performer Exotic Zoo

    June 21, 2023, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library Large Programming Room (Basement)

    Join us for a live animal show with Exotic Zoo! Learn about rare and endangered species, see animals up close, and even touch some. Past animals have included an alligator, silver fox, baboon, ring tailed lemur, reticulated python, giant tortoise, and more! This program will take place outside unless it's raining. You may bring cushions or blankets to sit on, and if you bring chairs that sit high off the ground please be sure to sit at the back so those sitting on the ground can see. Children will only be invited to touch or interact with animals that are safe. Some animals only adults will be able to interact with, and some we will all have to look at but not touch. Please be sure to listen to the presenter's instructions so that we can keep everyone safe!

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  34. Read, White and Blue Book Group: "And There Was Light"

    June 21, 2023, 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library Meeting Room AB

    Take a monthly journey through American history through various works of award-winning non-fiction, historical fiction, and some American classics. Copies of the books will be available at the library as supplies last. Join us at any or all of the discussion groups to talk about the book and the time period it represents. And There Was Light by Jon Meacham

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  35. Writers Group

    June 21, 2023, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library Conference Room

    A casual setting to share your writing and receive encouragement and advice. Led by Jeremy Cook.

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  36. Kid's Bingo

    June 22, 2023, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library Children's Programming Room

    Kid's ages 6-11, join us for a few rounds of Bingo! Registration required. We have a limited number of Bingo cards, so please be sure you're registering the correct number of children you'll be bringing. You can register as a group, or each child separately. New Policy: If you register for a children's program and don't attend (without canceling your registration by the start of the program) twice in a row, you will not be able to register for children's programs for one month. You may stop by at the start of a program to see if there's room and you may still attend drop-in programs.

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  37. Sing Song Yoga for Families

    June 22, 2023, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library Large Programming Room (Basement)

    Join Deb Weiss-Gelmi for Sing Song Yoga and Literacy! Kids of all ages and their adults can join us for stories, songs, and yoga. All ages welcome. Families, please bring yoga mats or beach towels for each person.

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  38. Films & Food: "What's Love Got to Do With It?" (PG-13)

    June 22, 2023, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library Large Programming Room (Basement)

    Enjoy a free movie! Bring a lunch or just enjoy some free snacks provided by the library. What's Love Got to Do With It? (PG-13) Zoe is a documentary filmmaker who uses a dating app that only delivers an endless stream of Mr. Wrongs. For Zoe's childhood friend and neighbor, Kaz, the answer is to follow his parents' example and opt for an arranged marriage to a bright and beautiful bride from Pakistan. As Zoe films his hopeful journey to marry a stranger, she begins to wonder if she might have something to learn from a profoundly different approach to finding love.

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  39. Outdoor Fun Friday (weather permitting)

    June 23, 2023, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library

    Stop by the library lobby and check out an outdoor game to play outdoors at the library. Games include: Lawn Jenga, Giant Uno, Giant Checkers, Connect 4, Ladder Toss, Lawn Dominoes, Ring Toss, Corn Hole, Bowling, and Yard Dice. Games can be checked out for 1 hour; final checkout will be at 4PM. One checkout per library card

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  40. SRP Tuesday Morning Movie Madness - True Spirit (PG)

    June 26, 2023, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library Large Programming Room (Basement)

    Join us each Tuesday morning for a movie! True Spirit (PG) 1hr 49 min When the tenacious young sailor Jessica Watson sets out to be the youngest person to sail solo, non-stop and unassisted around the world, many expect her to fail. With the support of her sailing coach and mentor Ben Bryant and her parents, Jessica is determined to accomplish what was thought to be impossible, navigating some of the world's most challenging stretches of ocean over the course of 210 days. Content review: https://www.commonsensemedia.org/movie-reviews/true-spirit

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  41. SRP Storytime

    June 26, 2023, 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library Large Programming Room (Basement)

    Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and more! This story time is developmentally geared for ages 3 - 5, but all ages are welcome!

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  42. LEGO Club

    June 26, 2023, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library

    Kids ages 6 - 13 years old are invited to bring a one gallon re-closable storage bag of their own building bricks to the Library. This summer we'll be building outside! Complete the challenge or free build. We do not have LEGOs for everyone, children must bring their own. Registration required. New Policy: If you register for a children's program and don't attend (without canceling your registration by the start of the program) twice in a row, you will not be able to register for children's programs for one month. You may stop by at the start of a program to see if there's room and you may still attend drop-in programs.

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  43. Georgetown Township Farmers Market

    June 26, 2023, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library Outdoor

    Live Music by Max Morrison (6-7:30PM) Food Trucks: Being Cheesy & Kona Ice www.gtfarmersmarket.org

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  44. Teen Movie Night

    June 26, 2023, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library Large Programming Room (Basement)

    Teens 13+ join us for a movie night! This week we're watching The Princess Diaries (G).

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  45. Teen Beat the Heat - Cookies & Canvas

    June 27, 2023, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library Large Programming Room (Basement)

    Teens 13+, join us for a fun afternoon hangout! We'll have different activities each week like extreme sundaes, board games, crafts, and others. This week is a Cookies & Canvas class! Registration required due to limited class size.

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  46. 4th Tuesday Adult Book Group: The Dutch House

    June 27, 2023, 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library Meeting Room A

    4th Tuesday Adult Book Group: The Dutch House

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  47. Kid's Drawing Class: Basic Animals

    June 27, 2023, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library Children's Programming Room

    Ages 8+. Registration Required. Learn to use basic shape construction and simple line techniques to create your favorite animals! No prior drawing experience needed in this follow-along program. Supplies will be provided by the library.

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  48. Local History Room Staffed Hours

    June 28, 2023, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library

    The Local History Room is staffed by members of the Jenison Historical Association and can be accessed on Wednesday from 11AM-1PM. Volunteers can help you with local history and genealogical research. The room can be accessed by using the stairs to the lower level (past the vending machines) or the elevator in the Township Office.

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  49. SRP Performer Paleo Joe

    June 28, 2023, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library Large Programming Room (Basement)

    Join Paleo Joe to learn all about dinosaurs and fossils!

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  50. Writers Group

    June 28, 2023, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

    A casual setting to share your writing and receive encouragement and advice. Led by Jeremy Cook.

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  51. Library @ the Park: Rosewood Park

    June 29, 2023, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library

    Join us at a local park to "check out" a book, get info about the Summer Reading program, get a library card, and make a craft.

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  52. Food Fun Thursday

    June 29, 2023, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library Children's Programming Room

    Kid's ages 8+, join us for some no-bake cooking fun! June recipe: TBD. Please note this recipe may contain nuts or other allergens. Registration required. New Policy: If you register for a children's program and don't attend (without canceling your registration by the start of the program) twice in a row, you will not be able to register for children's programs for one month. You may stop by at the start of a program to see if there's room and you may still attend drop-in programs.

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  53. Outdoor Fun Friday (weather permitting)

    June 30, 2023, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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    Georgetown Charter Township Public Library

    Stop by the library lobby and check out an outdoor game to play outdoors at the library. Games include: Lawn Jenga, Giant Uno, Giant Checkers, Connect 4, Ladder Toss, Lawn Dominoes, Ring Toss, Corn Hole, Bowling, and Yard Dice. Games can be checked out for 1 hour; final checkout will be at 4PM. One checkout per library card

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