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"Books constitute capital. A library book lasts as long as a house, for hundreds of years. It is not, then, an article of mere consumption but fairly of capital, and often in the case of professional men, setting out in life, it is their only capital."
Thomas Jefferson


Welcome to the South Haven Memorial Library!
 
We are located in beautiful downtown South Haven, Michigan.
We proudly offer over 54,000 materials including books, audio books, and magazines. We also offer downloadable media through our OverDrive program, many daily newspapers, free wireless internet, a community room for public use, many exciting children's programs, and so much more!  
Stay tuned for what we come up with next!

Children's News

 

  
Storytime, with Mrs. Black, January 31st, 2012, 11:00 am.
 
Storytime, with Mrs. Black, February 7th, 2012, 11:00 am.
 
Storytime, with Mrs. Black, February 14th, 2012, 11:00 am.
 
Storytime, with Mrs. Black, February 21st, 2012, 11:00 am.
 
 Join us for a story, crafts, and games. Parents are encouraged to bring their children for an educational and entertaining time at the library.

 

Family Game Night
Friday, January 27th, 5:00 -7:00 pm
You and your family are welcome to join us for board games, card games, and video games at the library! Refreshments will be provided. 

We also need volunteers for this event. Please sign up at the library or call 269.637.2403 if you are willing to help! 
Hooks and Needles
Craft Group
Hooks and Needles will meet on Tuesday, January 31st, at 6:00 pm. Whether you knit, crochet, cross stitch, or needlepoint, you should come and enjoy your time with your fellow crafters.
Joan Wendland's Writer's Group
Join author Joan Wendland for an inspirational writer's group on Wednesday, February 1st, 2012, from 5:00 -7:45 pm.
Spanish Tutoring
Tutor Elizabeth Santana will be at the library on Thursday, February 2nd, from 2:30 until 3:30 to help middle school and high school students with Spanish. 
 
 
 
T.A.B. Meeting
Thursday, February 2nd, 3:45pm
Do you have a fun idea for a teen program?  

We'd love to hear your input. Stop in to the library to share your ideas or join our Teen Advisory Board (TAB) to help plan new events.

 
 
T.A.B will be meeting on Thursday, February 2nd, at 3:45 pm. Come share your ideas about fun, new teen events and activities!  
Ice Breakers- Jenifer Strauss, Story Artist
February 4th, 10:30am-11:45am and 2:30am- 3:45am
 
"Winter Tales to Warm Your Toes" (10:30- 11:45)

and

"winter shivers and giggles" (2:30-3:45)

 

 
In these two lively Storytelling Programs...some tales may make you shiver...some will make you giggle! You may meet all the characters that nap in a Mitten, see how Rabbit tricks Fox, learn the Polar Bear Dance, or find out how a whole family can live in a snow flake house!

 

For nearly two decades, Story Artist Jenifer Strauss has been sharing enthusiastic, participatory performances, workshops and keynotes with over 300 audiences a year. A former environmental educator and elementary teacher, Jenifer combines her love for teaching and storytelling to offer dynamic programs and performances for all ages that inspire and motivate her listeners. Jenifer's telling style is dynamic and thought provoking...Heart-warming...sometimes outrageous but always educational!

 

A winter craft will be offered after the performance!

http://www.storybetold.com/

 

 

 

Hooks and Needles
Craft Group
Hooks and Needles will meet on Tuesday, February 7th, at 6:00 pm. Whether you knit, crochet, cross stitch, or needlepoint, you should come and enjoy your time with your fellow crafters.
Spanish Tutoring
February 9th, 2012
Tutor Elizabeth Santana will be here to help middle school and high school students with Spanish from 2:30 until 3:30pm on Thursday, February 9th, 2012.
 
 
 
 
Library Book Club Meeting
February 21st, 2012, 3:00 pm
The Library Book Club will be meeting on Tuesday, February 21st, 2012, at 3:00 pm to discuss The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society
by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows.
 
 
 
 
 
Teen Writers at Work
Are you a writer?
Would you like to get your work critiqued?
Join the writers at work on Friday, February 24, from 3:30 until 4:30 pm.
 
 
 

Need to recycle old electronics?

SHML has teamed up with Bridges to Digital Excellence to provide you with a recycling opportunity.  Any electronics with a plug (no Freon) and household batteries are accepted. Please bring your items to the metal garage door at the west entrance of the library.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Art on Display
Joan Bonnette
Come admire the great work of artist Joan Bonnette!