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April 2025 Library News and Events |
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Forthcoming Fiction Best-Sellers Check out the list of novels by best-selling authors that will be added to our shelves during the month of April. You can reserve books online with your library card and PIN (usually the last four digits of your phone number). You can also download and read with Libby by OverDrive. Reserve the new best-sellers, which can be downloaded and read on your smart device! |
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Overkill
by Judith A. Jance
Chuck Brewster, former business partner of Ali Reynolds's husband B. Simpson, once had an affair with Clarice, B.'s first wife. When Chuck is found murdered with Clarice nearby covered in blood, she swears she's innocent and begs for Ali's help.
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Strangers in Time: A World War II Novel
by David Baldacci
From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of A Calamity of Souls comes David Baldacci’s newest novel, set in London in 1944, about a bereaved book shop owner and two teenagers scarred by the second world war, and the healing and hope they find in one another.
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Summer light on Nantucket: a novel
by Nancy Thayer
Divorced mother of four Blythe Benedict takes her family to Nantucket, her island home-away-from-home, but she must contend with teenage angst, her ex-mother-in-law's declining health, and a troubling secret involving her ex-husband. Meanwhile, she reconnects with former high school sweetheart Aaden, but their romance becomes complicated when another man enters the picture.
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Reading RecommendationsSelect your interests and subscribe to the reading list that suits your taste in books. Newsletters range from New York Times Nonfiction Bestsellers to Kids and Tween Fiction, so we have a monthly newsletter for you! |
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25 Alive: A Women's Murder Club Thriller
by James Patterson
SFPD homicide detective Lindsay Boxer knows her way around a crime scene. But nothing can prepare her for the shock of recognition: the victim is Warren Jacobi, Lindsay’s onetime partner who rose to chief of police. A top investigator until the end, Jacobi managed to leave Lindsay a clue. Following a trail of evidence along the west coast, the Women’s Murder Club pledges to avenge Jacobi’s death before the killer can take another one of their own.
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The staircase in the woods
by Chuck Wendig
Twenty years after a childhood friend vanished on a mysterious staircase in the woods, a group of former high school friends reunites to uncover the truth, facing the dark secrets and horrors that await beyond the staircase.
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Genealogy Research Help Wednesday, April 2nd, 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm in Ludington We can help you access ancestry and genealogy resources the find more about your family history. Register online (bit.ly/mcdlevents) for a time with Ludington staff member, Jenny, so she can guide you with one-on-one assistance. Call the Ludington Library at 231.843.8465 if you'd like more details preparing for your genealogy help. |
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The Seed Library is OPEN
at the Ludington & Scottville Libraries Mason County District Library's Seed Library is now open and is available through mid-September. Seed packets are FREE and you can pop in anytime at either branch to check the selection. We have leafy vegetables, root vegetables, fruits (peppers and tomatoes), native milkweeds, and more available now. As the weather changes, there will be native grasses and flower seeds as well. Read more on our website about the seed library. Sow, grow, and share! |
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 Trivia Night: April 16 |
Trivia Night in Ludington
Wednesday, April 16, 6 pm
Richie will lead trivia teams in a mind-blowing evening filled with challenging questions in a variety of categories all delivered with a powerful combination of wit and knowledge. Groups should be 2-5 people ready to battle it out together. There will be prizes for the first and runner up. HOP on over for an EGGsellent evening of Trivia! All MCDL events are FREE! |
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April Adult Craft Wednesday, April 9th, 6:00 pm in Ludington Tuesday, April 15th, 6:00 pm in Scottville What can you do with those left-over jars? Join us at the Ludington Library April 9 or at the Scottville Library April 15 for a night of crafting with recycled glass jars, already painted in white or yellow, to be transformed into a fun Easter/spring decoration that is sure to lighten your house this holiday season. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required. Please talk with us at the circulation desk, or visit bit.ly/mcdlevents to reserve your spot. All MCDL events are FREE! |
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Children's Spring Break Activities in the Ludington Library March 31, April 1-4 from 12 noon to 2 pm Travel with our Ludington library staff around the world! We're going places so you can experience them - every day will be a different destination, with snacks, activities, crafts, and a movie from that place on the planet. - Monday: Travel to Scotland
- Tuesday: Adventure to Mexico
- Wednesday: Explore Japan
- Thursday: Voyage to the Middle East
- Friday: Tour New York
All MCDL Programs are FREE! Children under 8 must be supervised by an adult. |
Children's Scottville Scottville Spring Break Activities
March 31, April 1-4 from 12 noon to 2 pm Voyage the world with our Scottville library staff! We will be going to a different continent and country each day during the week, with activities and crafts, plus snacks, for each. - Monday: Voyage to Antartica
- Tuesday: Travel to India
- Wednesday: Tour Brazil
- Thursday: Adventure in Mexico
- Friday: Explore Russia
All MCDL Programs are FREE! Children under 8 must be supervised by an adult. |
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1-2-3 Rhyme with Me Mondays in Ludington at 10 am 1-2-3, Rhyme with Me! Ms. Emily leads us in rhymes and songs every Monday morning at 10:00 am in the Ludington library. Perfect for children ages 0-3 and a caregiver, this is a time for learning early literacy skills and having a social outing with friends! All MCDL Programs are FREE. Children under 8 must be supervised by an adult. |
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Preschool Story Time 10 am on Wednesdays in Ludington
10 am on Fridays in Scottville Story time meets on Wednesday in Ludington and Friday in Scottville, at 10:00 am. Families are welcome to join in the songs, rhymes, calendar, dancing, music and story, and activity at the end. Building reading skills begins with our first words - don't miss out on this fun time of activity and education! Join us for STEM-based Story time on the first week of each month! All MCDL Programs are FREE. Children under 8 must be supervised by an adult. |
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Creative Kids Activities
Activities suitable for ages 3 to 12
Our usual schedule for Creative Kids, where our staff have fun activities, crafts, movies, and more in store for your school-aged children: - Monday and Wednesday in Scottville from 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm.
- Tuesday and Friday in Ludington from 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm.
All MCDL Programs are FREE. Children under 8 must be supervised by an adult. |
Lego Saturdays Activities suitable for ages 3 to 12 Legos Out! Our big pile of Legos is available every Saturday from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm in both Ludington and Scottville. If you don't see them on the floor, just ask and we'll bring them out for you. It's a great way to spend a quiet day! All MCDL Programs are FREE. Children under 8 must be supervised by an adult, especially for this small-piece activity. |
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Spring Break Activities for Teens in Ludington - Monday, 3/31 - Nintendo Switch Day, 12:30 to 5 pm
- Tuesday, 4/1 - Self-Care Day, 12:30 to 5 pm
- Every Wednesday - Anime Club after school
- Thursday, 4/3 - Just Dance, 2 to 5:30 pm
- Friday, 4/4 - Anime Movie Day 12:30 to 5 pm
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Events for Teens in Scottville - Wednesday, 4/2 - Teen Gaming Day, 12:00 to 2 pm
- Thursday, 4/4 - Bob Ross Day, 12:00 to 2 pm
- Tuesday, 4/22 - Shrinky Dinks
- Teen Movie Night - Wednesday, April 30, from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm.
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Library Hours - Ludington and Scottville |
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