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Hitting a Straight Lick with a Crooked Stick

Cover of the book "Hitting a Straight Line with a Crooked Stick" by Zora Neale Hurston

Hitting a Straight Lick with a Crooked Stick: Stories from the Harlem Renaissance by Zora Neale Hurston

 

This collection of short fiction by the author of Their Eyes Were Watching God includes several of her “lost” works that are back in print for the first time since they were published in the early 20th Century. Hurston is best known today for her fict...

Green on Green

cover of the children's picture book "green on green" by Dianne White with illustrations by Felicita Sala

Green on Green by Dianne White with illustrations by Felicita Sala

Recommended for ages 4-8 years

Author Dianne White has created another absolute winner in this new picture book. Gorgeous illustrations of seasonal changes are highlighted with color, along with flowing and rhyming simple text, capture the reader from beginning to end. I encourage readers ...

The Mirror & the Light

Cover of the novel "The Mirror & the Light" by Hilary Mantel

The Mirror and the Light by Hilary Mantel

Like all of Mantel’s work, The Mirror & the Light is a weighty, well-researched novel.  It is the final installment in a magnificent trilogy (Wolf Hall and Bring Up the Bodies) that traces the life of Tudor courtier Thomas Cromwell.  From his humble beginnings as a b...

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Halloween Fall Fun at Hoyt Library

All Day 10/9 - 10/31
Library Branch: Hoyt Main
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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Stop in the Hoyt Children's Department and pick up a frightfully fun craft to take home to enjoy.  Don't forget to also take home your favorite Halloween books and movies! Craft supplies are for ages 5-12 and are limited.  ...

Help Spidey Save Halloween - Digital Breakout Room

All Day 10/15 - 10/31
Library Branch: Hoyt Main
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Other
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Spidey is confused. His friend the Witch put a spell on him that made him forget Halloween. Help Spidey open the locks and break the spell so he can have a Happy Halloween! How to play: Come join us in the digital breakout by visiting the link: ht...

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All Day 10/22 - 10/31
Library Branch: Hoyt Main
Age Group: Children
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Franky has been invited to a spooktacular Halloween Party! Help him play the fun party games! How to play: Come join us in the digital breakout by visiting the link: https://student.breakoutedu.com/. You will need to register for a free account by...

Design Time Tuesday To Go!

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Library Branch: Wickes
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:
Every week, families can stop in during open hours at Wickes Library, and pick up a craft kit to go. The craft kit will be available throughout the week, and will change every Tuesday. For children ages 6 - 12. Supplies are limited. ...

Miss Maureen's Preschool Story Time on Facebook

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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Everyone
Program Type: Storytime
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Online story time presented by Miss Maureen. We can't wait to have you join us for a wonderful story reaching into your home or classroom wherever that may be! Visit the Public Libraries of Saginaw's Facebook page for new story time postings every Tu...

Stress Less with Mindfulness Online Series

10:00am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Workshop
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The Public Libraries of Saginaw is partnering with the Michigan State University Extension Office to bring you this virtual wellness program. During this five FREE session series we will explore practices such as mindful: breathing, eating, walking, ...