A Year in Blooms – Through a Pollinator’s Eyes
Tuesday evening, October 3, 2023, 7 p.m. to 8;30 p.m.
Primarily an “idea” talk for those desiring to plant for pollinators, but not knowing where to begin or how to select plants that best meet pollinators’ needs throughout the year. Questions explored in this talk include - How do seasonal bloom patterns provide just what pollinators need at critical stages throughout the year? Where do bees get the protein necessary to ensure successful early spring brood growth? What role do fall blooming wildflowers play in aiding Monarch migration and pollinator over-wintering success? Are all flowering plants the same; and what advantages do native species provide for the pollinator gardener? The above questions and more are answered in this visually rich and information packed presentation by Vince Ste. Marie of Windy Rock Farm and Nursery (Manchester, MI).
Vince and his family practice environmentally responsible farming at their home, Windy Rock Farm and Nursery in Manchester, MI, and were chemical-free beekeepers for ten years. In 2016 they opened an on-farm retail specialty nursery offering primarily Michigan native flowering trees, flowering shrubs, and perennial wildflowers of benefit to pollinators. They have hosted numerous Michigan Master Gardener and Michigan Garden Club meetings, field trips, tours, and educational days at their farm and Vince has been an invited speaker on pollinators and the plants they need at various gardening and beekeeping related conferences, club meetings, and community educational events. They also make their plants available at select conferences and community events across Michigan.
In addition to his presentation, Vince will bring a selection of pollinator-friendly plants for sale. Pre-orders are highly encouraged and can be placed by e-mail at windyrocknursery@outlook.com or by phone call/text to (734) 358-8260. Our current full color catalog PDF is available for download or printing from our website -- www.windyrocknursery.com.
Beginning September 1st, click here to register for this free seminar.
Lisbon, Portugal: A Photographic Journey
Wednesday afternoon, October 4, 2023, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Take a photographic journey to Lisbon, Portugal, with Tecumseh resident and world traveler Anne Flora, owner of FloraWorks.
Anne’s careers have given her a unique perspective on her current work. With a Fine Arts degree from the University of Iowa, Anne moved to New York City and worked independently as an intaglio printmaker at the Printmaking Workshop and MOK Studio. She participated in many curated exhibits in the US and internationally.
The next sixteen years Anne devoted herself to social services work in New York City. A life-long learner, she went back to school to earn her culinary degree and used it to provide great meals for senior citizens in Manhattan. From 1983 to 1986, Anne divided her time between her duties as chef, supervisor and manager at the University of Michigan and her Bed and Breakfast venture in Barmouth, Wales, U.K. In 2003, Anne retired from her University of Michigan duties as the Director of University Unions Food Services – to continue and expand her next career as a fiber artist.
Beginning September 1st, click here to register for this free travelogue.
Outsmart the Scammers
Wednesday evening, October 4, 2023, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Incidents of fraud are on the rise, and scammers’ tactics are becoming more complex. This presentation will help give attendees the information they need to Outsmart the Scammers.
During the program, financial advisor Frank J. Zanger of Edward Jones will discuss how to spot certain red flags that may indicate a fraudulent encounter, resources individuals can turn to in the event they or loved ones are targeted, and steps attendees can take to help protect themselves and loved ones.
Before joining the Edward Jones team in 2019, Frank had a career in banking, including serving as Relationship Coordinator for Monroe Bank & Trust in Tecumseh. He is an active member of the Eastern Michigan University Sigma Nu Alumni Association and has served as the alumni advisor for the chapter for 10 years.
Beginning September 4th, click here to register for this free seminar.
Houseplants 101: Exploring the Basics
Monday evening, October 9, 2023, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Learn about selecting the right houseplants, understanding the lighting needs of your plants, picking a good container for each of your plants, using the right soil, watering your plants, feeding and pruning your plants, dusting your plants and changing pot sizes with Krystal Carter of myPlantTerra.
The nonrefundable materials fee is $5. YOU ARE NOT REGISTERED UNTIL YOU PAY THE NONREFUNDABLE MATERIALS FEE AT THE CIRCULATION DESK AT THE LIBRARY.
This special seminar will be held at myPlantTerra, which is located inside Paper Street Soap, 133 E. Chicago Blvd.
Click here to register for the houseplant seminar.
Discover the Art of Pasta Making
Tuesday evening, October 10, 2023, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
In this hands-on class, you will learn how to make pasta from scratch. Keegan Rodgers of The Lakehouse Bakery will guide you through the process of mixing the dough, rolling, and shaping it using simple kitchen tools and classic pasta-making gadgets.
At the end of class, you will leave with your own freshly made pasta, ready to cook at home.
The nonrefundable materials fee is $10. YOU ARE NOT REGISTERED UNTIL YOU PAY THE NONREFUNDABLE MATERIALS FEE AT THE CIRCULATION DESK AT THE LIBRARY.
Click here to register for the pasta class.
Preserving Venison the Right Way
Thursday evening, October 12, 2023, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Venison from the fall season can be preserved to enjoy year-round. Doing it the right way, such as pressure canning and NOT water-bath canning, will ensure that is preserved safely and maintains the best quality. Wade Syers, Extension Specialist, and Karen Fifield, Food Safety Educator will discuss how to safely can, freeze, and dehydrate venison and where to find research-based recipes. Mary Donaldson, Food Safety Educator, will be hosting in-person at the library.
Beginning September 15th, click here to register for this free seminar.
The Kit & Kaboodle on Kit Homes: Aladdin and Sears
Monday evening, October 16, 2023, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
The early part of the 20th Century saw an American phenomenon in housing made possible by a confluence of events. The automobile assembly line process in manufacture was extended to home building. Never before in history was there such a choice in housing for the average person. From the planned communities to mail order houses, families could achieve the American dream. Many of the houses we admire today are the result of kit homes and mail order houses. Find out with Ron Campbell, Oakland County Economic Development Department, how to identify a kit home and regardless we’ll leave a light on for you.
Beginning September 15th, click here to register for this free historical lecture.
Primers, Chalk and Bells: The History of One-room Schools in Michigan
Wednesday afternoon, October 25, 2023, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
In the rapidly changing world of education today, it is comforting to look back on the “good old days” of the one-room school. Michigan has more one-room schools than nearly any other state. Some of them are still functioning. We will look at the architecture, curricula, rules for students and teachers and the role the school played in the life of the community. We will focus especially on the Geddes Townhall School. In 1987, the Townhall School was moved from its original site on Morgan Road in Pittsfield Township to the campus of Eastern Michigan University. Our presenter, Rochelle Balkam, will guide us on the school’s journey as it made its way, foot by foot, to its present site. Attendees will be encouraged to share personal stories and memories of one-room schools.
Rochelle Balkam taught U.S. state and local history and college prep government at Ypsilanti High School for 36 years. She taught Michigan history at Eastern Michigan University (EMU) for 22 years. She holds an M.A. degree in history and an M.S. in historic preservation from EMU, and served as Chair of the Friends of the Townhall School on the EMU campus. She now serves as president of the Michigan One-room School Association.
Beginning October 1st, click here to register for this free presentation.
Historical Architecture: Barns of Clinton (Michigan)
Wednesday evening, October 25, 2023, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Do you own a vintage barn or have a love for them? Join Mark Jenkins and Sharon Scott of the Historical Society of Clinton for an evening seminar about Clinton’s (Michigan) historic barns. Explore the history, types and styles of barns, as well as the technology needed to build them.
True Crimes of Washtenaw County
Monday evening, October 30, 2023, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Although the greater Ann Arbor area has enjoyed low crime rates, extraordinary criminal acts have occasionally pierced its calm and quiet. James Thomas Mann presents his latest book, Murder & Mayhem in Washtenaw County, a tour into some of the darkest corners of our area's past.
Mann is the author of nine published books on local history, including Wicked Washtenaw County, Wicked Ann Arbor and Wicked Ypsilanti, and he is a frequent contributor to the Ypsilanti Gleanings, the publication of the Ypsilanti Historical Society.
Beginning October 1st, click here to register for this free presentation.
AZTEC AND MAYAN CULTURES IN MEXICO
Wednesday afternoon, November 1, 2023, 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Travel with George Jabol as he leads us on a 12-day journey he took in September, 2022, through Mexico. The primary purpose of this trip was to explore ancient Aztec and Mayan sites extending from Mexico City to the Yucatan, but along the way there was also much to enjoy and learn about modern day Mexican culture. Visits to Aztec temples at Tenochtitlan and Teotihuacan were highlights of the time spent in Mexico City. This was followed by a day touring the charming Colonial town of Puebla. While in Veracruz, a museum visit featured the famous colossal basalt heads of Olmec leaders. This was followed by a tour of the partially restored ruins at Palenque, one of the most beautiful Mayan city-states in Mesoamerica. Next, the Mayan site at Uxmal near Merida provoked wonder because of the many intricate carvings preserved on the stone temples. The tour concluded with a tour of Chichen Itza, the principal ceremonial center of the Yucatan, and finally a relaxing stay at a resort hotel in Cancun.
George Jabol received his B.A. degree from Ohio’s Muskingum University, and a Ph.D. in English language and literature from the University of Michigan. Fully retired now from a career with the federal government, He creates photographic slide shows as a way to remember his travels and share them with others.
Under the Radar Michigan: How It All Started
Thursday evening, November 2, 2023, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Ever wonder how two regular guys ended up with a popular PBS TV show and book that feature the cool people, places and things that make Michigan a great place to be. Well, if you’d like to find out how it all happened, join us on November 2nd as the men of Under the Radar Michigan make their way to Tecumseh. Join Tom Daldin and Jim Edelman for an inspirational story of reinvention and discovery. They’ll tell you how they do it ... why they do it ... and share great stories from their travels around Michigan. Be sure to bring your questions, your sense of adventure and your sense of humor, because when Tom and Jim start talking ... it’s a wild and crazy ride.
Book signing immediately to follow. The First 50, Next 50, and Yet Another 50 will all be available for purchase.
Tom Daldin is an Emmy award winning producer, actor and writer, who has created programs that have aired across Michigan and around the U.S. on PBS. He has also won a number of “best actor” awards in both commercial television and industrial films. Growing up in Birmingham, Michigan, Tom has always been a fan of travel. At the age of 12 he joined the World Adventure Series Club at the Detroit Institute of Arts where his mother would drop him off to watch travel log films. After graduation from Oakland University with a degree in journalism, Tom, his wife Cathy and their children have turned Michigan into their vacation playground, exploring its many wonders and attractions. Tom loves people and loves where he lives.
Jim Edelman’s path to television producer took him from Radio Talk Show Producer to Radio Promotion Director to Radio Sales Manager to National Radio Sales (Jim loved radio). Jim’s attention to detail, idea generation and the sales chops to keep the show funding flowing, help complete the circle of skills for Under the Radar (UTR) Michigan. UTR fulfills a lifelong mission to combine the best of his sales skills with the creative guy that’s always been lurking in the shadows. His love of storytelling and searching or off-beat, little known stories really makes his day. Jim attended many colleges but learned more working for the Detroit Pistons, as a Ski Instructor, Cycle Racing Producer, Tomato Picker and Bakers Assistant. He lives in Salem, Michigan and insists that he’s quite normal despite owning three cats. He’s also typing in the third person right now.
Under the Radar Michigan is an Emmy Award winning PBS television program that features the cool people, places and things that make Michigan a great place to be. It's fun ... fast paced ... and we talk to real Michigan people, and tell real Michigan success stories. We pack a ton of positive information and energy into every program.
This special event is made possible through the generosity of the Friends of TDL.
Here is footage from UTR's visit to Adrian in September 2019.
Supreme Court Cases: Everyone Should Know on Zoom
Monday evening, November 6, 2023, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
This presentation with Tecumseh resident and retired educator Bob Gordon will summarize three 2023 U.S. Supreme Court cases: Students for Fair Admissions v. Harvard, an affirmative action case; Moore v. Harper, a gerrymandering case, and; Creative v. Elemis, a First Amendment case.
Gordon was born and raised in Holland Michigan. He graduated from Hope College with a major in history in 1963. He earned his master’s degree and doctorate degree from Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo. He taught in the history department at Western Michigan University from 1967 to 1976. From 1977 to 2013, he held a number of positions at Siena Heights, including director of advising, dean of the college and provost, dean of the graduate college, and library director. He is a self-taught photographer and has had more than 30 exhibitions around the United States. He has also self-published eight books of photography. He has taught for Lenawee Lifelong Learning for more than ten years.
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83185062425
This special event will also be streamed on Facebook Live, which can be viewed from the library’s Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/Tecumseh-District-Library-192148050127/.
Beginning October 1st, click here to register for this free virtual event.
No one will be allowed to enter the Zoom meeting after 6:35 p.m.; you are welcome to join the live stream on Facebook at time that is convenience for you.
Sushi-Making Experience
Tuesday evening, November 7, 2023, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
TDL is teaming up with 3 Dudes & Dinner for an amazing sushi making experience. You will learn the art of basic sushi rolling as well as enjoying the delicious product you make.
The nonrefundable materials fee is $10. YOU ARE NOT REGISTERED UNTIL YOU PAY THE NONREFUNDABLE MATERIALS FEE AT THE CIRCULATION DESK AT THE LIBRARY.
Click here to register for this special event.
Perfect Pies & Tarts
Tuesday evening, November 14, 2023, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Keegan C. Rodgers, owner of The Lakehouse Bakery, leads this hands-on and lively workshop on how to make the perfect pie dough.
Participants will get to work hands-on with dough. Learn the difference between pies and tarts, understand the different fillings and crusts for pies and tarts, and understand how to blind bake a pie shell.
Attendees will take home enough dough to make a pie.
Participants will leave with new baking skills and literature to take home.
The nonrefundable materials fee is $10. YOU ARE NOT REGISTERED UNTIL YOU PAY THE NONREFUNDABLE MATERIALS FEE AT THE CIRCULATION DESK AT THE LIBRARY.
Click here to register for this class.
College Football: The Michigan-Ohio Rivalry
Wednesday evening, November 15, 2023, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
With a history that stretches over a century, the Michigan–Ohio State rivalry is one of the oldest in college football. The two teams claim a combined 19 national championships, hundreds of All-Americans, and 10 Heisman Trophies. Each year, millions of Buckeye and Wolverine fans watch the two teams battle for an opportunity to win the Big Ten championship in a contest simply known as “the Game.”
Ken Magee and Jon Stevens have written the history of this great rivalry in a book entitled The Game, The Michigan-Ohio State Rivalry. For this event, they will share highlights of their book as well as interesting facts about the famous “feud.” From Yost to Schembechler to Harbaugh — come hear about this century old annual tradition!
Ken Magee is an expert in Wolverine football history. He is a 30-year veteran of law enforcement, former chief of police for the University of Michigan, and a retired federal agent.
Jon M. Stevens was born in Powell, Ohio, and grew up in the shadow of Ohio Stadium. He earned a master’s degree from the University of Michigan in 2004 and is currently a designer for an architecture firm in Ann Arbor.
This event will include a book signing and books will be for sale.
Beginning October 15th, click here to register for this free presentation.
Pub Trivia Night with Sporcle Live
Tuesday, November 28, 2023, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Play trivia with Sporcle Live at 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. and win great Tecumseh Brewing Company prizes each game. Reference/Local History Librarian Chuck Harpst will be available to answer your library questions.
Tecumseh Brewing Company is located at 128 W. Chicago Blvd.
Grieve Well: During the Holidays on Livestorm
Monday, December 4, 2023, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
In an ideal world, the holiday season is filled with family, friends, and festivities. But in the real world, we know that the holidays can be a painful time for those who are grieving the loss – recent or past – of a loved one. Join us for this special webinar with GrieveWell to learn about grief and helpful tips for managing grief during the holidays.
Registration will begin soon.
Holiday Greeting Cards Class
Tuesday afternoon, December 5, 2023, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Celebrate the yuletide season by creating holiday cards with Laurie Krauss of Stampin’ UP! Learn special card making techniques, such as rubber stamping and embellishing. Attendees will create three holiday cards for a total of $6.
The nonrefundable materials fee is $6. YOU ARE NOT REGISTERED UNTIL YOU PAY THE NONREFUNDABLE MATERIALS FEE AT THE CIRCULATION DESK AT THE LIBRARY.
This special event will be held at the Tecumseh Senior Center, 703 E. Chicago Blvd.
Click here to register for this holiday class.
Sugar Cookie Crush: Food Safety is No Game
Tuesday evening, December 5, 2023, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
What are the raw ingredients in cookie dough and cake batter? Is the difference between food décor vs. food safe? Join Mary Donaldson, MSU Extension Food Safety Educator, for this sweet presentation with a cookie decorating make and take.
Don’t miss this free hands-on seminar!
Beginning November 1st, click here to register for this hands-on event.
Holiday Concert Around the Fireplace
Thursday, December 7, 2023, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Enjoy a holiday concert around the fireplace with your yuletide favorites, including Silver Bells,” “Jingle Bell Rock,” “Deck the Halls,” “Silent Night” and “Jingle Bells,” with local musician Jill Maria Murdy.
This special event will also be streamed on Facebook Live, which can be viewed from the library’s Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/Tecumseh-District-Library-192148050127/.
Bath Bombs: The Perfect Gifts
Monday evening, December 11, 2023, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
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Celebrate the holidays at Paper Street Soap by making a scented bath bomb, which is the perfect gift for that person who has everything. Choose from a variety of essential oils, fragrances, colors, blossoms, and more! The materials fee is $5 per bomb.
The nonrefundable materials fee is $5. YOU ARE NOT REGISTERED UNTIL YOU PAY THE NONREFUNDABLE MATERIALS FEE AT THE CIRCULATION DESK AT THE LIBRARY.
Paper Street Soap is located at 133 E. Chicago Blvd.
Click here to register for the bath bombs class.
The Great British Baking Tour: Holiday Edition on Zoom & In-Person
Tuesday evening, December 12, 2023, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Come on board for a Zoom cooking adventure. Join UK travel/relocation consultant and former UK resident Claire Evans for a delightful culinary tour of the UK inspired by “The Great British Baking Show” television series, aired on PBS. Learn about making a proper cup of tea, regional specialties, their origins, and the particular parts of the UK they hail from. As it’s the holidays, she’ll focus on festive baking in particular. She’ll translate the trickiest parts of British recipes for Americans so you can try them in your own kitchen. Pick up a few useful travel tips as well, just in case you’d like to create your own tour!
Claire Evans is a former journalist, attorney, and college lecturer who started her love of most things British as she and her mother watched countless Britcoms on PBS. She went on to study abroad in London and, against the odds, she married a Brit she met in Peoria, Illinois. They moved to England, where they lived for a number of years. Outside of her work for a legal advice charity, Claire became a student of historical sights, pub dining, and tea shops. Her business, Tea with Claire, grew from friends asking for travel and relocation advice.
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84087701369?pwd=eXRrV3d3ZHNTM2dEWFpSSzFYNW1KUT09
This virtual event is sponsored by Adrian District Library and Saline District Library.
TDL will be hosting a special viewing party from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. where guests will have the opportunity to frost and decorate holiday cutout cookies with Edward Jones financial advisor Frank Zanger and Community Relations Manager Kara Dominique of Lenawee Medical Care Facility.
Introduction to Cardio Drumming
Monday evening, January 8, 2024, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Begin 2024 by learning a new exercise with the staff of Elevate Cardio Drumming that will reduce the stress in your life and improve your overall well-being. Cardio drumming brings together drumsticks, an exercise ball, and an exercise ball stand to create a fun workout.
Please bring a bottle of water. Be sure to wear comfortable clothes to exercise in.
The class will be held at the AJ Smith Recreation Center, 810 N. Evans St.
The fee for the class is $5, which will be collected at the rec center the night of the class. First-time visitors will be required to sign a waiver
The Game That Almost Broke Me on Zoom
Tuesday, January 9, 2024, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
An up-close portrait of one of the most prolific defensive players in NCAA history and a life almost unraveled by football- a memoir of true inspiration. The Game That Almost Broke Me is the inspirational story of Tavarski Wallace, an ambitious player in the game of achieving a spot in the NFL, and a resilient player in the turbulent, challenging, and sometimes unfair game of life. The intriguing evolution of Wallace is remarkable in this book-long journey, which is marked by milestones of overcoming adversity - from resolving struggles academically, supporting his hard-working single mother, to ultimately managing the unforgiving politics of professional football, Wallace's story is uplifting and inspiring.
From modest beginnings in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Tavarski documents a series of key relationships which shaped him as an individual and helped fuel his dreams of becoming a linebacker in the NFL. With unrelenting persistence every step of the way, the experiences, failures, and surprising successes of Tavarski in The Game That Almost Broke Me prove how the American Dream can dramatically transform with time and may even become something entirely different in the end.
Meet Tavarski Wallace
Tavarski Wallace's journey is an extraordinary testament to the power of resilience and determination. Growing up he faced numerous challenges and had to navigate life's obstacles on his own.
During his formative years, Tavarski found himself grappling with confusion, frequently getting suspended from school, and displaying disobedience towards his teachers. However, a significant turning point arrived when his football coach imparted words of wisdom that continue to fuel his motivation to this day.
These words served as transformative keys that shattered the chains holding him back and propelled him towards greatness. Wallace is not only the proud owner of TW Consulting, but also a passionate advocate for struggling students within school districts. Through his expertise and guidance, he empowers educational institutions to cultivate an environment where individuals can thrive, enabling them to reach their fullest potential and attain extraordinary accomplishments.
In addition to his professional accomplishments, Tavarski has penned an inspiring autobiography titled The Game that Almost Broke Me. Within its pages, he candidly shares the ups and downs of his life, recounting the pursuit of his dream to play in the NFL. Through his compelling narrative, he uplifts readers, illustrating the importance of perseverance and unwavering faith in oneself.
Tavarski Wallace's story serves as a beacon of hope for individuals facing adversity, demonstrating that one's circumstances do not define their potential. His relentless pursuit of personal and professional growth serves as an inspiration to all those striving to overcome their own challenges and make a positive impact in the world.
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86377440376
This special event will also be streamed on Facebook Live, which can be viewed from the library’s Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/Tecumseh-District-Library-192148050127/.
No one will be allowed to enter the Zoom meeting after 7:05 p.m.; you are welcome to join the live stream on Facebook at time that is convenience for you.
Beginning December 1st, click here to register for this free virtual programs.
Brew Ha! Ha!: Coffee 101
Tuesday, January 16, 2024, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Learn about the history of coffee with Josh Roth, owner of Musgrove + Company. Find out how to brew the perfect cup of coffee. Explore the different kinds of roasts. Enjoy free samples.
This special class will be held at Musgrove + Company, which is located at 112 E. Chicago Blvd.
The nonrefundable materials fee is $5. YOU ARE NOT REGISTERED UNTIL YOU PAY THE NONREFUNDABLE MATERIALS FEE AT THE CIRCULATION DESK AT THE LIBRARY.
Click here to register for the seminar.
Menopause Answers on Zoom
Tuesday, January 23, 2024, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Join us as we welcome Christy Krause, M.D. a retired physician from the University of Michigan Department of Family Medicine, as she discusses effective over the counter and behavioral treatments that can help make menopause more controllable and comfortable.
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86473405136
This special event will also be streamed on Facebook Live, which can be viewed from the library’s Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/Tecumseh-District-Library-192148050127/.
No one will be allowed to enter the Zoom meeting after 7:05 p.m.; you are welcome to join the live stream on Facebook at time that is convenience for you.
Beginning January 1st, click here to register for this free virtual event.
College Financial Planning Essentials - The 529 Plan on Zoom
Wednesday evening, January 24, 2024, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Please join us for a timely discussion on the current college savings trends with Edward Jones financial advisor Frank Zanger. During this virtual presentation, you will discover:
• Why planning for college is more important than ever before
• What to expect from financial aid
• How a tax-advantaged 529 plan may help you accumulate more money for college while reducing potential estate, gift and income taxes (certain conditions may apply)
• Practical strategies for including a 529 account in your financial plan
Before joining the Edward Jones team in 2019, Frank had a career in banking, including serving as Relationship Coordinator for Monroe Bank & Trust in Tecumseh. He is an active member of the Eastern Michigan University Sigma Nu Alumni Association and has served as the alumni advisor for the chapter for 10 years.
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83966291125
This special event will also be streamed on Facebook Live, which can be viewed from the library’s Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/Tecumseh-District-Library-192148050127/.
No one will be allowed to enter the Zoom meeting after 7:05 p.m.; you are welcome to join the live stream on Facebook at time that is convenience for you.
Beginning January 1st, click here to register for this free virtual seminar.
Local History: Sand Creek, Michigan on Zoom
Friday morning, January 26, 2024, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Join Local historian Laurie Catherine Perkins, author of In the Center of Four Townships: the History of Sand Creek, Michigan, as she takes you on a nostalgic virtual tour of this place called Sand Creek, Michigan. Among the places and events, you will encounter are the establishment of the town's railroading heritage and the history of the local dairy economy. She will also highlight local businesses, Sand Creek Community Schools, Sand Creek Community Church, Sand Creek Telephone Company, and of course the 1981 Sand Creek Centennial event.
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84095186756
This special event will also be streamed on Facebook Live, which can be viewed from the library’s Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/Tecumseh-District-Library-192148050127/.
No one will be allowed to enter the Zoom meeting after 10:05 a.m.; you are welcome to join the live stream on Facebook at time that is convenience for you.
Beginning January 1st, click here to register for this free virtual event.
Understanding Your Child’s Sensory Needs on Zoom
Tuesday, January 30, 2024, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
This educational session with occupational therapist Elizabeth Lombard will help demystify sensory processing and make parenting a little easier! She will present an overview of how sensory processing skills affect daily life, and preventive strategies to support sensory processing needs so your family can enjoy outings and special activities together.
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84243926145
This special event will also be streamed on Facebook Live, which can be viewed from the library’s Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/Tecumseh-District-Library-192148050127/.
No one will be allowed to enter the Zoom meeting after 7:05 p.m.; you are welcome to join the live stream on Facebook at time that is convenience for you.
Beginning January 1st, click here to register for this free virtual event.
Local History: Blissfield, Michigan on Zoom
Friday morning, February 2, 2024, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Learn about the early years of Blissfield with local historian, Dr. Bob Barringer, author of Blissfield and director of The Schultz-Holmes Memorial Library. Discover its commerce, industries and family businesses. Find out about its schools, churches and prominent families.
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82099098946
This special event will also be streamed on Facebook Live, which can be viewed from the library’s Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/Tecumseh-District-Library-192148050127/.
No one will be allowed to enter the Zoom meeting after 10:05 a.m.; you are welcome to join the live stream on Facebook at time that is convenience for you.
Beginning January 1st, click here to register for this free virtual presentation.
Cash Crunch – Navigating Money Challenges on Zoom
Wednesday afternoon, January 31, 2024, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
When it comes to financial fears, debt often tops the list of anxieties and if it is not properly managed will throw you for a loop. Whether you have credit card debt, student loan debt, or worried about losing your home or car, debt is often a major stress point in households.
For some, it may be the first time you are dealing with unexpected unemployment or unexpected expenses. This webinar will offer many tools and strategies to help you manage your financial challenges.
During this webinar, Beth Martinez, financial educator, Michigan State University, will highlight the following topics: taking stock of family and community resources, recognizing changes--even if temporary, and impacts on your household financial affairs--setting spending priorities, involving the entire family, planning to pay creditors, watching for scams and making your Action Plan.
Plus you will receive tools and a comprehensive Resource Guide to help you make your personal financial decisions.
Beginning January 1st, click here to register for this free webinar.
Hospice 101 on Zoom
Tuesday evening, February 6, 2024, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
TDL is partnering with Hospice of Lenawee for the virtual presentation, Hospice 101. This seminar with Stephanie Jones, community outreach coordinator, will cover the basics of hospice care including who is eligible, what hospice care can do for a patient and their family while the patient is in care and after they pass, and much more.
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82234557569
This special event will also be streamed on Facebook Live, which can be viewed from the library’s Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/Tecumseh-District-Library-192148050127/.
No one will be allowed to enter the Zoom meeting after 7:05 p.m.; you are welcome to join the live stream on Facebook at time that is convenience for you.
Beginning January 1st, click here to register for this free virtual presentation.
Who Gets Grandma’s Yellow Pie Plate? – Passing on Personal Possessions on Zoom
Wednesday afternoon, February 7, 2024, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
Planning for the transfer of both titled and non-titled property is an important issue that can significantly impact family relations. “Who Gets Grandma’s Yellow Pie Plate?” will address six key decision making factors for non-titled property transfer and provide strategies to help you jumpstart conversations about this issue.
This webinar with Nancy Latham, financial and homeownership educator, Michigan State University, will help you learn strategies to jumpstart conversations about inheritance, about the powerful messages in who gets what, the importance of planning for both titled and non-titled property, how complex emotional and family relationships impact personal property decisions and about resources, including a workbook, to help improve family decision making
Beginning January 1st, click here to register for this free webinar.
Get to a Better Place! What You Need to Know Before You Buy a Home on Zoom
Tuesday, February 27, 2024, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Buying a home is a big deal! How do you know if you can afford it, how much money you need for a down payment, or if your credit is good enough? Come get answers to these and other questions from Joe Kiser, community outreach and financial empowerment officer at Old National Bank.
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89560244766
This special event will also be streamed on Facebook Live, which can be viewed from the library’s Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/Tecumseh-District-Library-192148050127/.
No one will be allowed to enter the Zoom meeting after 7:05 p.m.; you are welcome to join the live stream on Facebook at time that is convenience for you.
Beginning February 1st, click here to register for this free virtual event.
Start from Seed Class
Thursday, February 29, 2024, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Celebrate Leap Day by Leaping into Spring with Seed Planting.
Have you always been disappointed by your efforts to grow your own vegetables from seed? Do your seeds turn out long-necked and weak looking? Do they fall over dead before you can even put them in the ground? Find out the secrets of successful seed starting with Paul Pfeifer, Managing Director of Hidden Lake Gardens.
Beginning February 1st, click here to register for this free workshop.
Recycled Containers for Seed Starting
Thursday, February 29, 2024, 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
The Leaping into Spring with Seed Planting celebration continues with local crafters Jason and Laurie Davie. They will show us how to create seed starting containers out of recycled materials.
A limited supply of seeds will be available. If you wish to plant specific kinds of flower and vegetable seeds, please bring them with you.
Beginning February 1st, click here to register for this free workshop.
Top 10 Credit Tips on Zoom
Wednesday afternoon, March 6, 2024, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
During this one hour lunch and learn with Teagen Lefere, financial and homeownership educator, Michigan State University, we will talk about the difference between credit, credit reports and credit scores. We will talk about what makes up a credit score and tips on how to improve your credit.
We will discuss ways to help your score and habits that will hurt your score. We will also talk about why you need credit and the benefits of good credit.
Registration will begin soon.
Local History: Adrian, Michigan on Zoom
Friday morning, March 15, 2024, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Explore Adrian’s past with Dr. Julieanna Frost, author of Adrian and professor of history at Siena Heights University. Learn about Addison Comstock, the German and Irish immigration of the 1840s and the Underground Railroad. Find out about notable African Americans who settled in the city. Examine the growth and development of Adrian.
This special event will also be streamed on Facebook Live, which can be viewed from the library’s Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/Tecumseh-District-Library-192148050127/.
No one will be allowed to enter the Zoom meeting after 10:05 a.m.; you are welcome to join the live stream on Facebook at time that is convenience for you.
Beginning March 1st, click here to register for this free virtual presentation.
Taking Charge of Aging
Tuesday evening, March 19, 2024, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
The reality is, if you do not take charge of your aging, someone else will. When you look into the future, say 15 years, do you sometimes feel a little nervous? You have a great many things planned, but there may be some “what ifs.” In this class, Sarah Batzer, will walk members through an individual, realistic workbook, provided, that will create a plan for the future and the “what ifs.” If the need arises you will be able to find the solutions you have already chosen—not the ones chosen for you. This is not a financial class. We cover housing, transportation, meals, medications, bill paying and how to share your plan with family or a loved one
Sarah Batzer earned a master’s in gerontology from The University of Missouri, St. Louis, and has been active in the field of aging for more than 25 years, through teaching, consulting and design.
The cost of the workbook is $5.
The nonrefundable materials fee is $5. YOU ARE NOT REGISTERED UNTIL YOU PAY THE NONREFUNDABLE MATERIALS FEE AT THE CIRCULATION DESK AT THE LIBRARY.
Click here to register for the seminar.
A Life Well Spent Walking in the Woods and Sleeping on the Ground
Tuesday evening, April 9, 2024, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
After several years working as a sports editor in Juneau, Alaska, Jim DuFresne spent the winter of 1981 in New Zealand backpacking and wrote his first book, Tramping in New Zealand, for Lonely Planet. He followed up with Lonely Planet’s Alaska travel guidebook and then returned to Michigan to write Isle Royale National Park: Foot Trails & Water Routes.
That guide to the wilderness areas of Isle Royale, known at the park as the “backpacker’s bible,” is in its 40th year of continuous publication in various editions.
Having reached that amazing milestone, DuFresne decided to wrap up his career, with a presentation entitled "The End of the Trail: A Life Well Spent Walking in the Woods and Sleeping on the Ground." The hour-long PowerPoint presentation highlights the best wilderness adventures of his long career, taking the audience into the wilds of New Zealand, Alaska, and of course Isle Royale
Among DuFresne’s more than 20 published titles are Backpacking in Michigan and 12 Classic Trout Streams in Michigan: A Handbook for Fly Anglers (University of Michigan Press), The Trails of M-22 and Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park (MichiganTrailMaps.com) and 50 Hikes In Michigan (Backcountry Publications).
Copies of the books will be available for purchase and signing.
Beginning March 15th, click here to register for this free lecture.
The 5 Wishes with the Hospice of Lenawee on Zoom
Tuesday evening, April 16, 2024, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
The Five Wishes is a simplified Advance Care Directive that opens the door for individuals to have conversations with their loved ones about the types of care they wish to receive, should they not be able to make those decisions.
This virtual presentation with Hospice of Lenawee’s community outreach coordinator Stephanie Jones will explore each of these wishes and discuss the importance of Advance Care Directives.
This special event will also be streamed on Facebook Live, which can be viewed from the library’s Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/Tecumseh-District-Library-192148050127/.
No one will be allowed to enter the Zoom meeting after 7:05 p.m.; you are welcome to join the live stream on Facebook at time that is convenience for you.
Beginning April 1st, click here to register for this free virtual presentation.
Earth Day at Hidden Lake Gardnes
Monday evening, April 22, 2024
Learn about the benefits of trees. Observe a tree planting ceremony with local scouts. Each family will receive a tree seedling to take home.
This special event will be held at Hidden Lake Gardens, 6214 Monroe Rd., Tipton. Please meet in front of the Visitors Center.
Discover the Art of Pasta Making
Tuesday evening, April 23, 2024, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
In this hands-on class, you will learn how to make pasta from scratch. Keegan Rodgers of The Lakehouse Bakery will guide you through the process of mixing the dough, rolling, and shaping it using simple kitchen tools and classic pasta-making gadgets.
At the end of class, you will leave with your own freshly made pasta, ready to cook at home.
The nonrefundable materials fee is $10. YOU ARE NOT REGISTERED UNTIL YOU PAY THE NONREFUNDABLE MATERIALS FEE AT THE CIRCULATION DESK AT THE LIBRARY.
Click here to register for the pasta class.