Aspiring poets both young and old are invited to share their asparagus-inspired musings as part of this popular spring festival. Poems may be mailed to Glen Lake Library, PO Box 325, Empire, MI 49630, dropped off at the library itself, or emailed to info@glenlakelibrary.net. Be sure it include your name, phone number and/or email address, and which age group you are entering (adult or youth). The submission deadline is Saturday, May 12th. A reading of all poems will take place at the library on Saturday, May 19th, at 12:30 pm. Prizes will be awarded in both adult and youth categories. Contestants are invited to come present their own poems, with dramatic flair encouraged!

Our weekly preschool program takes place every Thursday morning at 11:00 during the school year.  This engaging gathering features stories, music, and hands-on learning activities for preschoolers and their caregivers. Bonnie Kay, an early childhood education specialist, leads these fun-filled and active gatherings. No advance registration is needed. Thanks to the Friends of the Glen Lake Library for their ongoing sponsorship of this service.

This book discussion group meets at the library on the last Wednesday of each month at 10:15 am. Their lively discussions are open to the public. For more information about this month's selection, please check our calendar.