Story Hour Returns Wednesday, January 6th
Bring the kids and join Sue and Chuck for stories, music and a craft. Story Hour will be held every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. in the Library meeting room.(No story hour on school holidays or if school is cancelled)
The Island House Readers
Wednesday, January 6th A traditional book club that meets on the 1st Wednesday of the month at noon at the Elk Rapids District Library. This month's selection is Ragtime, by E.L. Doctorow. Come join Sue and the group for a lively discussion.
Solar Panel/Sustainable Energy Discussion
Thursday, January 21st, 7 p.m. ERDL Meeting Room
Space is limited so call to reserve your seat!
Join Tyler Glaze, Director of Quality at Short’s Brewing Company for a discussion on sustainable energy and the installation of solar panels at their Elk Rapids facility. Hear how they are reducing their environmental impact and how this could impact you and the community. There will be time for Q & A after the presentation.
Friends of the Library
January… a time for new beginnings and New Year’s resolutions. The Friends of the Elk Rapids District Library have two “resolutions” to suggest:
Resolve to join the Friends! An hour or two a week – or a month – can make a meaningful difference in our ability to meet the Library’s needs. You can serve on a committee, work in The Book Cellar, or help plan an event.
Make a financial gift. It is a great way to honor or remember a book-loving friend or family member, or to show your love of our Island House treasure.
From the Board, Staff, and Friends of the Elk Rapids District Library Happy New Year!
Outstanding learn-to-read site sure to engage little ones.
REMINDER
There will be no technology tutoring for the month of January.
Chris will resume her regular schedule on Thursday, February 11th. Call to schedule your appointment.
Grass River Snow Shoe Demo & Hike
January 9th 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Join Paddles & Pedals of Bellaire at Grass River for a demonstration on snowshoeing.
Then give it a try with a hike on the snow-covered trails
Grass River Shiver
5K Snowshoe Race
January 30th 10 a.m.- 3 p.m.
Grass River Natural Area
6500 Alden Hwy
Bellaire, MI 49615
$20 in advance, $25 on race day
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What can be said in New Year rhymes, That’s not been said a thousand times? The new years come, the old years go, We know we dream, we dream we know.
~Ella Wheeler Wilcox;The Year
Soup's On!
Carrot Ginger Creme Soup
Ingredients
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 pounds carrots, diced or shredded
1 bay leaf
2 teaspoons ground ginger
4 cups vegetable broth
2 cups half-and-half
salt and pepper to taste
Directions
Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook and stir onion until translucent and tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in carrots, ginger, bay leaf and vegetable broth, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until carrots are tender. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly. Remove bay leaf and transfer to blender or food processor. Blend until smooth. Return soup to pot and add half and half. Heat until warmed through. Season with salt and pepper and serve.
NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTION IDEAS
Read more
Get more quality sleep
Be more grateful
Be more polite
Reduce stress
Meet new people
Let go of grudges
Become more organized
Learn to cook
Spend more time with people who matter
