Eaton Rapids Area District Library

06/23/2026

📚 Holiday Closure Reminder

The Eaton Rapids Area District Library will be closed Friday, July 3 in observance of the holiday.

As a reminder, the library is also closed on Saturdays during the summer, so we'll look forward to welcoming you back during our regular hours the following week.

Stop by before Friday to stock up on books, movies, yard games, and more for the long weekend!

06/23/2026

🎒📚 More New Backpack Kits Are Here!

Check out another group of backpack kits available to borrow:
🐛 The Very Hungry Caterpillar
🐻 Brown Bear & Polar Bear
📦 Cardboard Construction
🧩 Sensory Soothing

Each backpack is filled with books, activities, and hands-on learning fun for kids and families to enjoy together.

Browse all of our backpack kits and place a hold to reserve one to take home: https://eradlmi.booksys.net/opac/eradl/index.html

Funding is provided in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library of Michigan.

06/23/2026

🥚🦖 Dino Egg Scavenger Hunt!

Stop by the library and search for eggs hidden by some of our favorite Mesozoic creatures. Bring your discovery to the front desk to claim a prize!

📅 Thursday, June 25
⏰ 10 AM–7 PM
📍 ERADL

Fun for the whole family—we'll see you there!

06/23/2026

06/23/2026

🌵🦖 Ready to get creative?

At Planter-saurus, you'll transform a plastic toy dinosaur into a unique succulent planter with your own personal style. Join us for this fun teen DIY event!

🗓️ Tuesday, June 30
⏰ 3–4 PM
📍 ERADL

06/23/2026

📚☕ Just 2 days away!

Join us Thursday for our final Author & Coffee of the summer featuring author Rick Loftus. Hear about his book, discover what inspires his writing, and enjoy coffee provided by the library.

📅 Thursday, June 25
⏰ 5:30–7:00 PM
📍 ERADL

Don't miss your last chance to attend an Author & Coffee event this summer!

06/22/2026

Unfortunately, our Youth Librarian is under the weather today, so Storytime has been canceled.

We still encourage families to stop by the library! Our new scavenger hunt is ready to explore, and the children's area is open for free play.

Thank you for your understanding, and we hope to see you at the library today! 💚📚

06/22/2026

📚☕ Author & Coffee is almost here!

Join us this Wednesday at 10:30 AM for a conversation with author Ron Erskine. Learn about his writing journey, ask questions, and enjoy coffee provided by the library.

📅 Wednesday, June 24
⏰ 10:30 AM–12:00 PM
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🗣️Ron Erskine

We hope to see you there!

06/21/2026

⏳🌿 Henna for Teens is almost here!

Try out fun stencils or create your own henna designs during this laid-back afternoon of creativity and friendship.

📅 Tuesday, June 23
⏰ 3–4 PM
📍 ERADL

06/19/2026

🦎📚 Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Scales & Slime Storytime!

We had a great time learning about reptiles and amphibians while exploring items like snake skins, turtle shells, and other animal artifacts from Potter Park Zoo. Thank you to Potter Park Zoo for helping us discover the amazing world of scales and slime!