In this Issue
Bacon Memorial District Library Renovation
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
Makerspace
3-D Printing
Events
Ongoing Programs
Bacon Memorial District Library Renovation
 
    
  • Vinewood entrance is open and the Van Alstyne entrance is closed.
  • The Bacon House will remain open and have the following collections and services available:
    • Makerspace will remain open
    • Magazines & Newspapers
    • Browsing Collection of New Items
    • Booksale, Puzzle Exchange, and Bacon cares
  • Circulation desk will be open
  • Faxing, printing (mobile or from a computer), copy machine, and notary will be available
  • Inter-Library Loan will still be available and we encourage patrons to place holds on items they need
  • Express computer use under 30 minutes.
 
The following services will be unavailable:
  • Majority of our materials will be in off site storage
  • The main floor of the library will be unavailable past the circulation desk
  • Van Alstyne entrance to the library
  • Study space and study room rental
  • Long term computer use
  • No story times until January
  • Limited programming
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
This program is designed to help children read 1,000 books before they enter kindergarten and encourage life-long reading habit. This program will be done online and for every 100 Books read, you will come into the library to receive a book of your choosing! https://baconlibrary.readsquared.com/
 
 
 
Makerspace
Lego Wednesdays
Wednesday, October 1
Did you know Bacon Library has a huge stash of Legos? We will bring them down to our Program Room every first Wednesday of the Month!
Race the Space: Hot Wheels
Wednesday, October 22
10:00 AM - 7:30 PM

Turn the Multipurpose Room into the Bacon Dragway using the library's collection of Hot Wheels! Vroom
3-D Printing
Intro to 3D Printing: Bookmarks
Thursday, October 9
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
 
Interested in 3D printing or design? Come check out our Makerspace's 3D printer! We will be using the free and easy-to-use TinkerCAD to create your custom bookmarks. Our staff will guide you through the process of using TinkerCAD, where you will learn how to add text, shapes, and other details to the design before it is printed out.
Once your design is complete, you have the opportunity to watch as the 3D printer begins to create your truly unique and personalized bookmark!
3D Printing & Design Club
Thursday, October 16
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Come discuss 3D design and create your own designs with Tinkercad! We will be discussing 3D design, creating monthly 3D designs based on the month's theme, and 3D printing!

 
October's Theme will be Halloween Decorations

We have eight laptops for club use, but bringing in your own laptop is allowed as well!
Macramé Spider Web
Thursday, October 23
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Interested in learning macramé? Interested in Halloween decor? Interested in spider webs that will not stick to your face when you accidentally walk into them? Well do we have the program for you! Come tie your own macramé spider web and see what you catch!
All supplies provided by the library.
Events
Chair Yoga with Carissa
Monday, October 6 & 13
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Presenter: Carissa Adams
Chair yoga is an all level yoga class using a chair making yoga accessible to those with mobility issues, balance concerns, or difficulty getting off the floor.
Carissa Adams is a Licensed Yoga Instructor. She can be found at Yoga for Peace in Southgate, MI. 
Bacon Book Club
Wednesday, October 1
6:30 PM - 7:45 PM
Read along with us or better yet - meet with us and share your thoughts. 
 
We will be Reading:
 Weyward : a novel by Emilia Hart

Told over five centuries through three connected women, this riveting novel follows Kate, in 2019, as she seeks refuge in Weyward Cottage; Altha, in 1619, as she uses her powers to maintain her freedom; and Violet, in 1942, as she searches for the truth about her mother's death. 250,000 first printing. 
 
Available on Overdrive/Libby 

For a full list and to place holds go here
 
Magical Potions Making Class
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Enrollment is open for Potions Making 101!  Learn color-changing and chemical reaction potions, then pack your own potions kit, including recipes, to continue the fun at home!  This class is open to witches and wizards in grades 1st-5th.  Registration is required, and space is limited!!!  
Halloween Haunted Candy Houses
Monday, October 13
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Adults and Teens want to have fun too! Come make your very own candy graham cracker house!  This program is only for Teens age 13 & up and adults.
Cardboard Carnival Challenge! PART 1
Tuesday, October 14 
Tuesday, October 21
Tuesday, October 28
Tuesday, November 11
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Join Ronan, cardboard construct extraordinaire, to learn how to create your own unique cardboard carnival game.  Caine's Arcade sparked this idea.  This will be a four-week series to create carnival games, followed by a Cardboard Carnival with prizes to win.  The Cardboard Carnival will be open to the public.  All supplies will be provided, but space is limited.  
Check out Caine's Arcade HERE. 
Altoid Boo Boxes
Wednesday, October 15
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Create your own Halloween scene inside an Altoid tin.  All spooky materials are provided. This event is intended for ages 8-12. 
Ongoing Programs

Poets & Playwrights
6:00 PM Tuesday, October 7
Al Turner Drop In Chess
5:00 PM on Wednesdays
Downriver Numismatic Club 
6:00 PM Tuesday, October 9
Library Board Meeting
4:00 PM Monday, October 13
Board Game Night
6:00 PM Monday, October 13
Women Writing!
6:00 PM Wednesday, October 15
Friends of the Library Meeting
Monday, October 27 at 4:30 PM
Join with this dedicated group of volunteers to enhance the library experience! New members always welcome.  If you'd like to receive an email reminder about the meeting, please register.
Find more events here!
Bacon Memorial District Library
45 Vinewood, Wyandotte, Michigan 48192
734-246-8357

https://www.baconlibrary.org/