Exterior view of the Negaunee Public Library is shown. (Journal file photo)

NEGAUNEE — The people who manage the Negaunee Public Library have put together a lengthy list of July activities for anyone visiting the venerable outlet.

For example, the library knitting group meets at 1 p.m. every Wednesday at the library. Crocheters, knitters, and others interested in fiber arts are welcome to bring their projects and enjoy fellowship. Visit the library’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/ or call 906-475-7700 ext. 18.

Here is a listing of special events in July:

• As part of the Negaunee Public Library’s “Readers Dozen Reading Challenge,” the library is hosting an optional book club for all participants at 5 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month. The July meeting will be held on Tuesday, July 1, in the Reading Room. Visit the library’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/ or call 906-475-7700 ext.18.

• The library is holding a kids’ craft time at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 2. Kids ages 5-12 will create salt dough pinch pots at this hands-on crafting session. All supplies will be provided. Children under the age of 7 must be accompanied by an adult. Contact the library in person, visit the library’s Facebook page, or call 906-475-7700, ext. 18.

• The library will hold a Bubble Pop Tot Hour at 10:30 a.m. Monday, July 7. It will be a bubbly good time with family-friendly pop music, bubbles of all sizes, and a variety of sensory activities to try. This event is designed for ages 0-3 with their caregivers. Contact the library in person, visit the library’s Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/, or call 906-475-7700, ext. 18.

• Library staff will hold a storytime at 2 p.m. Monday, July 9, at the Jackson Mine Park. Rain will cancel this event. Contact the library in person, visit the library’s Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/, or call 906-475-7700, ext. 18.

• The library will hold a book-signing session for several regional authors from 4-6 p.m. Tuesday, July 8, as part of Pioneer Days. Authors include Negaunee native Adam Dompierre (mystery), bestselling author Sue Harrison (historical fiction, children’s books), historian Tyler Tichelaar and for the first time, Wisconsin author Joshua Chadd (action/Christian fiction). Visit the Library’s Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/

• The library will host an art supply swap from 12-3 p.m. Wednesday, July 9. Donated supplies may include: knitting, sewing, crocheting, painting, cross stitch, and embroidery supplies. Visit the Library’s Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/

• The librar holding a kids’ craft time at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 9. Kids ages 5-12 will make snap bracelets at this hands-on crafting session. All supplies will be provided. Children under the age of 7 must be accompanied by an adult. Contact the library in person, visit the library’s Facebook page, or call 906-475-7700,

• The Friends of the Negaunee Public Library will hold its annual book sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, July 10, at the Negaunee Senior Citizens Center. All purchases are by donation. For more information, visit the Library’s Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/

• The library is holding a show and tell book club at 11 a.m. Friday, July 11. Children ages 5-10 can talk about books in a show and tell format. Children under 7 years must be accompanied by an adult. Contact the library in person, visit the library’s Facebook page, or call 906-475-7700, ext. 18

• Library staff will hold a storytime at 2 p.m. Monday, July 14, at the Jackson Mine Park. The program will be half an hour long and feature stories, songs, and rhymes. Rain will cancel this event. Contact the library in person, visit the library’s Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/, or call 906-475-7700, ext. 18.

The Negaunee Public Library is offering a special crafting evening from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 15. Join journalling enthusiast Mary Harris in creating junk journals using repurposed materials. Registration is required, as space is limited. Call the library at 906-475-7700, ext. 18, or visit the Library’s Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary\

• The Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum will present “Cold-Blooded Classification” at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 16, at the Negaunee Public Library. The public is invited to attend this free event, and it is suitable for all ages. Contact the library in person, visit the library’s Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/, or call (906) 475-7700, ext. 18.

• The library is holding a kids’ craft time at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 16. Kids ages 5-12 will paint with anything but a brush at this nature-made hands-on crafting session. All supplies will be provided. Children under the age of 7 must be accompanied by an adult. Contact the library in person, visit the library’s Facebook page, or call 906-475-7700, ext. 18.

• The library will host Kevin Kammeraad, a puppeteer, at 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 16. Join master puppeteer Kevin, along with Wimee and Friends, as they take attendees on a whimsical, musical, and collaborative experience where innovative thinking and creative writing playfully unfold with ease. Visit the Library’s Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibra

• The library is offering a Building Storytime at 11 a.m. Friday, July 18. Children ages 3 years and older are welcome to listen to a story or two and be inspired to build with LEGOs and other blocks. This storytime is free to the public and suitable for children ages 3 years and older. Children under 7 years must be accompanied by an adult. Contact the library in person, visit the library’s Facebook page, or call 906-475-7700, ext. 18.

• The library will hold a Bubble Pop Tot Hour at 10:30 a.m. Monday, July 21. It will be a bubbly good time with family-friendly pop music, bubbles of all sizes, and a variety of sensory activities to try. This event is designed for ages 0-3 with their caregivers. Contact the library in person, visit the library’s Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/, or call 906-475-7700, ext. 18.

• Library staff will hold a storytime at 2 p.m. Monday, July 21, at the Jackson Mine Park. The program will be half an hour long and feature stories, songs, and rhymes. Rain will cancel this event. Contact the library in person, visit the library’s Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/, or call 906-475-7700, ext. 18.

• Snow White will read stories and pose for photos at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 22, at the library. The program is sponsored by BE Entertainment. Contact the library in person, visit the library’s Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/

• The library is holding a kids’ craft time at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 23. Kids ages 5-12 will create Sharpie mugs at this hands-on crafting session. All supplies will be provided. Children under the age of 7 must be accompanied by an adult. Contact the library in person, visit the library’s Facebook page, or call 906-475-7700, ext. 18.

• The library is holding a show and tell book club at 11 a.m. Friday, July 25. Children ages 5-10 can talk about books in a show and tell format. Children under 7 years must be accompanied by an adult. Contact the library in person, visit the library’s Facebook page, or call 906-475-7700, ext. 18.

• Library staff will hold a storytime at 2 p.m. Monday, July 28, at the Jackson Mine Park. The program will be half an hour long and feature stories, songs, and rhymes. Rain will cancel this event. Contact the library in person, visit the library’s Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/, or call 906-475-7700, ext. 18.

• The library is hosting folksinger Ben Traverse for a “Sea Shanty Singalong” at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 29. Contact the library in person, visit the library’s Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/, or call 906-475-7700, ext. 18.

• The library will hold a kids’ craft time at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 30. Kids ages 5-12 will get messy with splatter painting at this hands-on crafting session. All supplies will be provided. Children under the age of 7 must be accompanied by an adult. Contact the library in person, visit the library’s Facebook page, or call 906-475-7700, ext. 18.

Bud Sargent can be reached at 906-228-2500, extension 544. His email address is bsargent@miningjournal.net.