MADISON HEIGHTS — The Madison Heights Public Library closed its doors Dec. 16 and began curbside pickups by appointment only Dec. 19. While an exact date has not been determined, it’s expected that the building will reopen sometime in March 2023.

FRASER — The Fraser Public Library will be going to the City Council on Thursday, Dec. 8, to ask their approval for a bond, but library officials want to get the word out that this will not mean additional taxes collected from Fraser residents.

HAZEL PARK — Each year, the Hazel Park District Library has an array of programs that help cement its reputation as a community hub. One of its most popular is Crafts with Santa, where the man in red takes time out of his busy schedule to visit children at the library.

NOVI — The Novi Public Library and Director Julie Farkas received an award from the Michigan Association for Media in Education Nov. 10 for their efforts to work with the Novi Community School District.

ROCHESTER — The Rochester Hills Public Library is hoping to get back on the road again sometime in the new year, after maintenance issues forced officials to retire its bookmobile in October.

HARRISON TOWNSHIP — The Harrison Township Public Library has been given a revenue boost by township voters who elected to fund a library millage renewal with an increase for the next 10 years.

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The Shelby Township Library will be hosting a Paws to Read event this Saturday for children to develop reading skills with a supportive friend who won’t judge or interrupt.

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Last year, three Armada women began working together with the Four County Community Foundation to bring Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library to children within the foundation’s footprint.

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Think you’re a good reader? Do you soak in all the information from books? Are you looking for a challenge? Well, grab some friends and test your reading skills at the return of the Clinton-Macomb Public Library’s Battle of the Books.

NOVI — Fall has brought the return of the Teen Space at the Novi Public Library. The space offers teens a venue to enjoy the company of their peers, do homework or play games in a monitored setting.

WARREN — Lincoln High School algebra teacher Darrius Alexander was at a loss for words.

HARRISON TOWNSHIP — For those looking to start writing, it can be difficult to get into the swing of things and improve your grip on the craft. But fear not — the Harrison Township Public Library is here to help with a writer’s group.

MOUNT CLEMENS — After about two years of renovations and a temporary location, the Mount Clemens Public Library is getting ready to move back to its 150 Cass Ave. location and open by mid-November.

HARRISON TOWNSHIP — This November, Harrison Township Public Library officials are asking voters to renew an existing millage with an increase to pay for expanded services.

FRASER — Throw on a costume, drop the books and grab some candy. The Fraser Public Library is inviting the public to join them for their third annual trunk-or-treat celebration on Saturday, Oct. 29.

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — Renovations to the Grosse Pointe Woods Branch of the Grosse Pointe Public Library are now complete.

TROY — The Troy Public Library is throwing down the gauntlet and challenging local youths to read 1,000 books before age 5.

FRASER — The Fraser Public Library is taking patrons on a trip under the sea — without having to leave the library.

CLINTON TOWNSHIP/MACOMB TOWNSHIP — Pop culture fans, rejoice! The Clinton-Macomb Public Library is holding its annual Comic Con at the main branch on Saturday, Aug. 13.

TROY — The Troy Public Library is wishing patrons bon appetit with its upcoming Beyond the Plate program on Tuesday, Aug. 2.