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SUMMARY:Bunny Figures & Figurines Display
DESCRIPTION:April 1st – 29th Come visit Alden District Library and see Barb VanPelt’s collection of bunny rabbit figures & figurines. The display can be viewed during normal library hours. Mon\, Wed\, Thu\, Fri 9:30a-5p\, Tue 9:30a-6p\, Sat 9:30a-2p. The library is located at 8751 Helena Rd\, Alden\, 231-331-4318. Free Event.
URL:https://www.aldenlib.info/event/bunny-figures-figurines-display/
LOCATION:Alden District Library\, 8751 Helena Rd\, Alden\, MI\, 49612\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260401
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTSTAMP:20260412T155426
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SUMMARY:Take n’ Make Craft Kit -April: Paper Plate Fish
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.aldenlib.info/event/take-n-make-craft-kit-april/
LOCATION:Alden District Library\, 8751 Helena Rd\, Alden\, MI\, 49612\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alden District Library":MAILTO:aldenlib@torchlake.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260414T100000
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SUMMARY:Torch Area Artisans Guild (TAAG)
DESCRIPTION:TUESDAYS\, 10am-12pm. This artisans’ group has been creating art and contributing to the community for over 40 years. Newcomers are always welcome! For more info\, email taartisansguild@gmail.com . Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center\, 8751 Helena Rd\, Alden\, 231-331-4318.
URL:https://www.aldenlib.info/event/torch-area-artisans-guild-taag-4-14-26/
LOCATION:Alden District Library\, 8751 Helena Rd\, Alden\, MI\, 49612\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Alden District Library":MAILTO:aldenlib@torchlake.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260414T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260414T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T155426
CREATED:20260403T190545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T190557Z
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SUMMARY:Mah Jongg
DESCRIPTION:TUESDAYS 1-4pm. People of all skill levels\, including beginners\, are invited to play. Free Event. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center\, 8751 Helena Rd\, Alden\, 231-331-4318.
URL:https://www.aldenlib.info/event/mah-jongg-4-14-26/
LOCATION:Alden District Library\, 8751 Helena Rd\, Alden\, MI\, 49612\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Alden District Library":MAILTO:aldenlib@torchlake.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260414T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260414T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T155426
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T191159Z
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SUMMARY:Alden Knitters & Crocheters
DESCRIPTION:TUESDAYS\, 2-4pm. People of all skill levels\, including beginners\, are welcome! For more info\, contact Sue Archer at 231-944-0013. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center & Library\, 8751 Helena Rd\, Alden\, 231-331-4318.
URL:https://www.aldenlib.info/event/alden-knitters-crocheters-4-14-26/
LOCATION:Alden District Library\, 8751 Helena Rd\, Alden\, MI\, 49612\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Alden District Library":MAILTO:aldenlib@torchlake.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260414T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260414T200000
DTSTAMP:20260412T155426
CREATED:20260403T191624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T200110Z
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SUMMARY:Antrim Photography Workshop: Sunsets
DESCRIPTION:TUESDAY\, APRIL 14th\, 5:30pm. Please join Lisa Lirones and other local photographers for a new workshop season. Enjoy some food\, handouts\, discussion on settings\, and then head out to Alden Depot Park to capture the sunset. Make sure to bring your camera equipment and tripod. Please call Lisa for more information or to RSVP\, 231-313-8820 or LL.pics44@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.aldenlib.info/event/antrim-photography-workshop/
LOCATION:Alden District Library\, 8751 Helena Rd\, Alden\, MI\, 49612\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alden District Library":MAILTO:aldenlib@torchlake.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260416T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260416T110000
DTSTAMP:20260412T155426
CREATED:20260403T194844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T194944Z
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SUMMARY:Friends of the Library Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:THURSDAY\, April 16 th\, 9:30am social time & 10am meeting held at Helena Township Community Center\, 8751 Helena Rd\, Alden. Topics of discussion will be plans for upcoming programs\, book sales\, and activities. Anyone interested in supporting the library is always welcome. Held at Helena Township Community Center\, 8751 Helena Rd\, Alden. 231-331-4318.
URL:https://www.aldenlib.info/event/friends-of-the-library-monthly-meeting-april/
LOCATION:Alden District Library\, 8751 Helena Rd\, Alden\, MI\, 49612\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alden District Library":MAILTO:aldenlib@torchlake.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260418T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T155426
CREATED:20260403T200401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T200445Z
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SUMMARY:Torch Area Artisans Guild (TAAG) : Saturday Sew-in
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.aldenlib.info/event/torch-area-artisans-guild-taag-saturday-sew-in/
LOCATION:Alden District Library\, 8751 Helena Rd\, Alden\, MI\, 49612\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alden District Library":MAILTO:aldenlib@torchlake.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260421T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260421T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T155426
CREATED:20260403T190225Z
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SUMMARY:Torch Area Artisans Guild (TAAG)
DESCRIPTION:TUESDAYS\, 10am-12pm. This artisans’ group has been creating art and contributing to the community for over 40 years. Newcomers are always welcome! For more info\, email taartisansguild@gmail.com . Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center\, 8751 Helena Rd\, Alden\, 231-331-4318.
URL:https://www.aldenlib.info/event/torch-area-artisans-guild-taag-4-21-26/
LOCATION:Alden District Library\, 8751 Helena Rd\, Alden\, MI\, 49612\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Alden District Library":MAILTO:aldenlib@torchlake.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260421T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260421T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T155426
CREATED:20260403T190616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T190635Z
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SUMMARY:Mah Jongg
DESCRIPTION:TUESDAYS 1-4pm. People of all skill levels\, including beginners\, are invited to play. Free Event. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center\, 8751 Helena Rd\, Alden\, 231-331-4318.
URL:https://www.aldenlib.info/event/mah-jongg-4-21-26/
LOCATION:Alden District Library\, 8751 Helena Rd\, Alden\, MI\, 49612\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Alden District Library":MAILTO:aldenlib@torchlake.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260421T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260421T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T155426
CREATED:20260403T191226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T191234Z
UID:907-1776780000-1776787200@www.aldenlib.info
SUMMARY:Alden Knitters & Crocheters
DESCRIPTION:TUESDAYS\, 2-4pm. People of all skill levels\, including beginners\, are welcome! For more info\, contact Sue Archer at 231-944-0013. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center & Library\, 8751 Helena Rd\, Alden\, 231-331-4318.
URL:https://www.aldenlib.info/event/alden-knitters-crocheters-4-21-26/
LOCATION:Alden District Library\, 8751 Helena Rd\, Alden\, MI\, 49612\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Alden District Library":MAILTO:aldenlib@torchlake.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260428T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260428T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T155426
CREATED:20260403T190305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T190314Z
UID:892-1777370400-1777377600@www.aldenlib.info
SUMMARY:Torch Area Artisans Guild (TAAG)
DESCRIPTION:TUESDAYS\, 10am-12pm. This artisans’ group has been creating art and contributing to the community for over 40 years. Newcomers are always welcome! For more info\, email taartisansguild@gmail.com . Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center\, 8751 Helena Rd\, Alden\, 231-331-4318.
URL:https://www.aldenlib.info/event/torch-area-artisans-guild-taag-4-28-26/
LOCATION:Alden District Library\, 8751 Helena Rd\, Alden\, MI\, 49612\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Alden District Library":MAILTO:aldenlib@torchlake.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260428T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260428T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T155426
CREATED:20260403T190656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T190724Z
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SUMMARY:Mah Jongg
DESCRIPTION:TUESDAYS 1-4pm. People of all skill levels\, including beginners\, are invited to play. Free Event. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center\, 8751 Helena Rd\, Alden\, 231-331-4318.
URL:https://www.aldenlib.info/event/mah-jongg-4-28-26/
LOCATION:Alden District Library\, 8751 Helena Rd\, Alden\, MI\, 49612\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Alden District Library":MAILTO:aldenlib@torchlake.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260428T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260428T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T155426
CREATED:20260403T191251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T191259Z
UID:909-1777384800-1777392000@www.aldenlib.info
SUMMARY:Alden Knitters & Crocheters
DESCRIPTION:TUESDAYS\, 2-4pm. People of all skill levels\, including beginners\, are welcome! For more info\, contact Sue Archer at 231-944-0013. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center & Library\, 8751 Helena Rd\, Alden\, 231-331-4318.
URL:https://www.aldenlib.info/event/alden-knitters-crocheters-4-28-26/
LOCATION:Alden District Library\, 8751 Helena Rd\, Alden\, MI\, 49612\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Alden District Library":MAILTO:aldenlib@torchlake.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260505T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260505T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T155426
CREATED:20260403T192947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T193441Z
UID:920-1777975200-1777982400@www.aldenlib.info
SUMMARY:Beginning Bridge & Review: 10 week course start
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.aldenlib.info/event/beginning-bridge-review-10-week-course-start/
LOCATION:Alden District Library\, 8751 Helena Rd\, Alden\, MI\, 49612\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alden District Library":MAILTO:aldenlib@torchlake.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260514T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260514T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T155426
CREATED:20251209T154431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T005437Z
UID:333-1778745600-1778778000@www.aldenlib.info
SUMMARY:Books ‘n Brie Book Club: CROW MARY [by Kathleen Grissom]
DESCRIPTION:Historical Fiction — A sweeping saga inspired by the true story of Crow Mary—an indigenous woman torn between two worlds in 19th-century North America. In 1872\, sixteen-year-old Goes First\, a Crow Native woman\, marries Abe Farwell\, a white fur trader. Rescuing 5 native women from certain death\, she sets off a whirlwind of colliding cultures that brings out the worst and best in the cast of unforgettable characters and pushes the love between Farwell and Crow Mary to the breaking point. Crow Mary sweeps across decades and the landscape of the upper West and Canada\, showcasing the beauty of the natural world\, while at the same time probing the intimacies of a marriage. – Amazon — Claudia Drake \nClick here to view the Book Club PDF.
URL:https://www.aldenlib.info/event/book-club-crow-mary-by-kathleen-grissom/
LOCATION:Alden District Library\, 8751 Helena Rd\, Alden\, MI\, 49612\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Alden District Library":MAILTO:aldenlib@torchlake.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260611T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260611T163000
DTSTAMP:20260412T155426
CREATED:20251209T154553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T005454Z
UID:335-1781191800-1781195400@www.aldenlib.info
SUMMARY:Books ‘n Brie Book Club: DON’T LET’S GO TO THE DOGS TONIGHT: An African Childhood [by Alexandra Fuller]
DESCRIPTION:Memoir — An English girl becomes a woman and a writer despite growing up in war-torn Rhodesia and coping with her own challenging family\, and tells the story of her love of the African continent. -Virginia Anderman \nClick here to view the Book Club PDF.
URL:https://www.aldenlib.info/event/book-club-dont-lets-go-to-the-dogs-tonight-an-african-childhood-by-alexandra-fuller/
LOCATION:Alden District Library\, 8751 Helena Rd\, Alden\, MI\, 49612\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Alden District Library":MAILTO:aldenlib@torchlake.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260709T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260709T163000
DTSTAMP:20260412T155426
CREATED:20251209T154750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T005514Z
UID:337-1783611000-1783614600@www.aldenlib.info
SUMMARY:Books ‘n Brie Book Club: HEAVEN & EARTH GROCERY STORE [by James McBride]
DESCRIPTION:Fiction — “A story with an unraveling mystery but a touching theme of what it means to accept everyone no matter our differences. It gives readers a beautiful sense of how humanity and kindness can influence every person that you meet.” – Heidi Dischler. Lucy McArtor. \nClick here to view the Book Club PDF.
URL:https://www.aldenlib.info/event/book-club-heaven-earth-grocery-store-by-james-mcbride/
LOCATION:Alden District Library\, 8751 Helena Rd\, Alden\, MI\, 49612\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Alden District Library":MAILTO:aldenlib@torchlake.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260813T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260813T163000
DTSTAMP:20260412T155426
CREATED:20251209T154913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T005531Z
UID:339-1786635000-1786638600@www.aldenlib.info
SUMMARY:Books ‘n Brie Book Club: HOW TO READ A BOOK [by Monica Wood]
DESCRIPTION:Fiction — Violet Powell is being released from prison after serving twenty-two months for a drunk-driving crash. Harriet Larson\, a retired English teacher who runs the prison book club\, is facing the unsettling prospect of an empty nest. Frank Daigle\, a retired machinist\, hasn’t yet come to grips with the complications of his marriage to the woman Violet killed. When the three encounter each other one morning in a bookstore in Portland—Violet to buy the novel she was reading in\nthe prison book club before her release\, Harriet to choose the next title for the women who remain\, and Frank to dispatch his duties as the store handyman—their lives begin to intersect in transformative ways. – Amazon. Lucy McArtor\, Vickie Utke \nClick here to view the Book Club PDF.
URL:https://www.aldenlib.info/event/book-club-how-to-read-a-book-by-monica-wood/
LOCATION:Alden District Library\, 8751 Helena Rd\, Alden\, MI\, 49612\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Alden District Library":MAILTO:aldenlib@torchlake.com
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