Printable Adult Events List

The Literary Discussion Group meets weekly to discuss fiction and nonfiction literature. Selections range from classic works to current, in various formats including short stories and essays.

For more information about the group and to learn how to join, email alt@howelllibrary.org. 

Troubled by your laptop? Confounded by your Kindle? Peeved by your email? Get walk-in, one-on-one help with smart devices, email, and all things computer. Bring your laptop or use ours. Check in at the Information Desk.

Registration is required and opens four (4) weeks prior to each appointment. Register online, by phone, or in person at the Information Desk. 

Please note that Library staff does not perform tech repair.

Troubled by your laptop? Confounded by your Kindle? Peeved by your email? Get walk-in, one-on-one help with smart devices, email, and all things computer. Bring your laptop or use ours. Check in at the Information Desk.

Registration is required and opens four (4) weeks prior to each appointment. Register online, by phone, or in person at the Information Desk. 

Please note that Library staff does not perform tech repair.

Read and discuss great poetry for understanding and pleasure in this continuing series of informal sessions on the first Wednesday of the month. Each session is independent and you may join at any time.

Registration is required to receive the Zoom virtual meeting login information. To register, call the Library at 517-546-0720 x106.

Review the technical requirements.

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Is your genealogy quest stuck? If you need help getting your search headed in the right direction, sign up for an appointment to get some help from our resident genealogist. Online and local resources will be available to explore, including local newspapers on microfilm.

Registration is required. One-hour appointments are available at 1:00pm and 2:00pm as Library volunteers are available. Appointments can be made four weeks in advance by signing up below. One other person may accompany the registrant to their appointment.

View the Library's upcoming genealogy-focused programs here.

Please stay home if you are sick.

Is your genealogy quest stuck? If you need help getting your search headed in the right direction, sign up for an appointment to get some help from our resident genealogist. Online and local resources will be available to explore, including local newspapers on microfilm.

Registration is required. One-hour appointments are available at 1:00pm and 2:00pm as Library volunteers are available. Appointments can be made four weeks in advance by signing up below. One other person may accompany the registrant to their appointment.

View the Library's upcoming genealogy-focused programs here.

Please stay home if you are sick.

This is a 4-week series of in-person guided conversations to build awareness and skills in talking about race. Through shared videos, small and large group dialogue and actionable steps, we will have difficult conversations and build capacity for advocacy.

Sessions: April 15, 22, 29, & May 6 -- 6:00-8:00pm

Session 1: Why has the myth of race as biology persisted and what effect does this have on our own ideas?

Session 2: How has the idea that race is biology resulted in inequalities in policy and practices throughout U.S. history?

Session 3: What is structural racism and how have ideas of race shifted to support political and social inequities?

Session 4: How can Asset Mapping connect our deepest longings, beliefs, talents, contacts and community institutions to build equity and justice for all? Where and how in our community can we contribute to greater equity?

Space is limited. Plan to attend all 4 sessions for best results.

Registration is required and begins Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 9am online, by phone, or in person at the Information Desk. Sign-ups close one hour before the program starts, or when registration is full.

Seating begins 15 minutes before the event start time.
Please stay home if you are sick.
Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.

Celebrate Mental Health Awareness month with the amazing adventures of Luca at the Historic Howell Theater. This beautiful film highlights themes of managing anxiety, vulnerability as strength, and acceptance of self and community. Join us as we come of age with Luca in the Italian Riviera!

This event is being presented in partnership with the Livingston County Mental Health Awareness workgroup.

No registration required. Doors open at 5pm, the movie begins at 6pm. This event is free, concessions available for purchase.
Please stay home if you are sick.
Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.

Shelley Ellis leads a monthly book group on the second Friday of the month that will discuss contemporary light literature of interest to women.

May's title is People of the Book by Geraldine Brooks.

Registration is required. To register, call the Library at 517-546-0720 x106.

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The Literary Discussion Group meets weekly to discuss fiction and nonfiction literature. Selections range from classic works to current, in various formats including short stories and essays.

For more information about the group and to learn how to join, email alt@howelllibrary.org. 

Join us for a lively and laughter-filled discussion on When the Moon Hits Your Eye by John Scalzi.  This humor filled sci-fi speculates what would happen if the moon turned to cheese.  We'll talk about this hilarious and absurd story while enjoying cheesy pizza from Coratti's Pizzeria.  

Novel Bites is a monthly book discussion where stories are savored and snacks are shared.  Each gathering features a lively conversation around a selected book paired with light appetizers or snacks to enjoy while we chat.  Whether you're here for the fiction, the food, or the fun, Novel Bites offers a relaxed and engaging way to connect with fellow readers.  

Seating begins 15 minutes before the event start time.  This is an after hours event, the library closes at 7pm.  Please plan to arrive before doors lock at 7pm.  Attendees may enter the building through the Grand River or Clinton Street doors up to 7pm when the library closes but all will exit the building through the Clinton Street doors.

Registration is required and begins April 13, at 9am online, by phone, or in person at the Information Desk. Sign-ups close one hour before the program starts, or when registration is full.

Please stay home if you are sick.
Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.

The Library's in-person programs are livestreamed on YouTube when possible.
Discover our past virtual program and livestream recordings on the Library's YouTube channel.

Troubled by your laptop? Confounded by your Kindle? Peeved by your email? Get walk-in, one-on-one help with smart devices, email, and all things computer. Bring your laptop or use ours. Check in at the Information Desk.

Registration is required and opens four (4) weeks prior to each appointment. Register online, by phone, or in person at the Information Desk. 

Please note that Library staff does not perform tech repair.

Troubled by your laptop? Confounded by your Kindle? Peeved by your email? Get walk-in, one-on-one help with smart devices, email, and all things computer. Bring your laptop or use ours. Check in at the Information Desk.

Registration is required and opens four (4) weeks prior to each appointment. Register online, by phone, or in person at the Information Desk. 

Please note that Library staff does not perform tech repair.

Howell Carnegie District Library Board Meetings are held every second Tuesday of the month at 7:00 pm.

Use the Clinton Street entrance.

Board meetings are held for the purpose of conducting the business of the Howell Carnegie District Library.

For the current agenda, previous meeting minutes, and related policies, see the Board of Trustees website page.

What better way to pass on stories about family, friends, places, and past events than through memoirs? Join us on the second Wednesday of each month to share your written work. All writing experience levels welcome!

Registration is required to receive the Zoom virtual meeting login information. To register, call the Library at 517-546-0720 x106.

See below for technical requirements.

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Come create modern art with just yarn and an embroidery hoop! Using weaving techniques in the colors of yarn of your choosing, create a beautiful hanging display. All supplies will be provided. Krista Smith will teach the basics of round weaving and the fruits of your labor go home with you.

Krista learned to sew when she was 8 years old; her grandmother bought her a sewing kit, and she was instantly hooked! Her love for creative arts has grown to include weaving, spinning, and dying fibers; she loves sharing her passion for the arts with others. She has a background in youth programming and has been teaching a variety of fiber arts classes for the past few years.

Registration is required and begins Wednesday, April 22 at 9am online, by phone, or in person at the Information Desk. Sign-ups close one hour before the program starts, or when registration is full.

Seating begins 15 minutes before the event start time.
Please stay home if you are sick.
Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.

The Library's in-person programs are livestreamed on YouTube when possible.
Discover our past virtual program and livestream recordings on the Library's YouTube channel.

Join us for an overview on the essential things you need to know to be successful with e-commerce. Learn about e-commerce  platforms, the basics of selling on the web, product display and pricing, and how to develop easy marketing plans.

Join these virtual classes on Zoom to help establish and improve your business skills and services. Our Small Business Savvy series is for those who want to start or own a small business. We'll send you the Zoom meeting information a few days in advance of the event.

Event Partners
Presented in partnership with the Ann Arbor Area SCORE office, the Small Business Administration, the Belleville Area District Library, and the Ypsilanti District Library.

Registration is required and begins Wednesday, April 22 at 9am online, by phone, or in person at the Information Desk. Sign-ups close one hour before the program starts, or when registration is full.

Discover our past virtual program and livestream recordings on the Library's YouTube channel.

The Literary Discussion Group meets weekly to discuss fiction and nonfiction literature. Selections range from classic works to current, in various formats including short stories and essays.

For more information about the group and to learn how to join, email alt@howelllibrary.org. 

Troubled by your laptop? Confounded by your Kindle? Peeved by your email? Get walk-in, one-on-one help with smart devices, email, and all things computer. Bring your laptop or use ours. Check in at the Information Desk.

Registration is required and opens four (4) weeks prior to each appointment. Register online, by phone, or in person at the Information Desk. 

Please note that Library staff does not perform tech repair.

Troubled by your laptop? Confounded by your Kindle? Peeved by your email? Get walk-in, one-on-one help with smart devices, email, and all things computer. Bring your laptop or use ours. Check in at the Information Desk.

Registration is required and opens four (4) weeks prior to each appointment. Register online, by phone, or in person at the Information Desk. 

Please note that Library staff does not perform tech repair.

Develop a deeper understanding of current events, share your ideas and opinions, and expand your worldview by learning from one another at this monthly discussion group. Coordinator Tony Sakey will select and share local, national, or international topics with registered participants 2-3 days before each meeting. Participants may choose to do additional research to prepare for the discussion.

Registration is required to receive the Zoom virtual meeting login information. To register, call the call the Library at 517-546-0720 x106.

Review the technical requirements.

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It’s a party on the farmyard! Get your art groove on and paint a sassy chicken ready to jive, complete with neon colors and rhinestones! No experience necessary!

Sara Hemmeke loves to share the joy found in color and art with others. She is a multi-discipline freelance artist working in illustration, design, murals, and calligraphy. She has taught hundreds of students of all ages how to paint and draw with a firm belief that art should be FUN! Her style is playful and full of whimsy and bold colors. She and her family live in Howell, MI where she is literally painting the town one mural at a time!

Registration is required and begins Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 9am online, by phone, or in person at the Information Desk. Sign-ups close one day before the program starts, or when registration is full.

This program is repeated at another time; check our calendar here. Please only register for one.

Seating begins 15 minutes before the event start time.
Please stay home if you are sick.
Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.

The Health Insurance Market can be confusing for small business owners. How do you know which plan may be best? What are the things you need to think about to find the best plan for your business without breaking the bank?  Mike Gatteri from Health Markets will discuss the pros and cons of Traditional Group Plans/Level Funded Plans/ and ICHRA Plans. He’ll explore how you should look at employee count (from single proprietor to multiple employees ), the payment structure that will work best for you, and other factors you may wish to consider. 

Join these virtual classes on Zoom to help establish and improve your business skills and services. Our Small Business Savvy series is for those who want to start or own a small business. We'll send you the Zoom meeting information a few days in advance of the event.

Event Partners
Presented in partnership with the Ann Arbor Area SCORE office, the Small Business Administration, the Belleville Area District Library, and the Ypsilanti District Library.

Registration is required and begins Wednesday, April 29 at 9am online, by phone, or in person at the Information Desk. Sign-ups close one hour before the program starts, or when registration is full.

Discover our past virtual program and livestream recordings on the Library's YouTube channel.

It’s a party on the farmyard! Get your art groove on and paint a sassy chicken ready to jive, complete with neon colors and rhinestones! No experience necessary!

Sara Hemmeke loves to share the joy found in color and art with others. She is a multi-discipline freelance artist working in illustration, design, murals, and calligraphy. She has taught hundreds of students of all ages how to paint and draw with a firm belief that art should be FUN! Her style is playful and full of whimsy and bold colors. She and her family live in Howell, MI where she is literally painting the town one mural at a time!

Registration is required and begins Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 9am online, by phone, or in person at the Information Desk. Sign-ups close one day before the program starts, or when registration is full.

This program is repeated at another time; check our calendar here. Please only register for one.

Seating begins 15 minutes before the event start time.
Please stay home if you are sick.
Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.

Troubled by your laptop? Confounded by your Kindle? Peeved by your email? Get walk-in, one-on-one help with smart devices, email, and all things computer. Bring your laptop or use ours. Check in at the Information Desk.

Registration is required and opens four (4) weeks prior to each appointment. Register online, by phone, or in person at the Information Desk. 

Please note that Library staff does not perform tech repair.

Troubled by your laptop? Confounded by your Kindle? Peeved by your email? Get walk-in, one-on-one help with smart devices, email, and all things computer. Bring your laptop or use ours. Check in at the Information Desk.

Registration is required and opens four (4) weeks prior to each appointment. Register online, by phone, or in person at the Information Desk. 

Please note that Library staff does not perform tech repair.