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The Librista App
The Librista app allows library patrons to search the collection, request materials and manage their personal account from their mobile device.
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The Michigan Activity Pass
Library card holders can discover and explore cultural destinations, parks, campgrounds and recreation areas in the state at a discounted rate.
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The Legal Self Help Center
Visitors can use computers to find legal self-help tools on MichiganLegalHelp.org.
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Global Road Warrior
Global Road Warrior is an extensive country-by-country resource for learning about the culture, customs, history, and language of 175 countries.
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Consumer Reports
Consumer Reports online provides access to reviews and comparisons on consumer products and services.
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Mango
Over 70 languages are at your fingertips with Mango, the highest-rated language-learning app.
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Kanopy
Kanopy offers a diverse selection of educational and entertaining content, including movies, TV series, animated storybooks, and more.
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Hoopla
Hoopla is a streaming service that allows patrons to borrow and enjoy audiobooks, eBooks, comics, movies, TV, magazines, or music.
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Libby
Libby is the library’s home for eBooks, downloadable audiobooks, magazines, and graphic novels.
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The Michigan eLibrary
MeL, the Michigan eLibrary, has two components: MeLCat the statewide catalog, and the eResources available at MeL.org.
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Made in the Mitten: Savoring Michigan’s Rich Foodie & Ag History
Tue., June 16 | 6:30pm
Michigan is the second-most agriculturally-diverse state in the country. From cherries and grapes to blueberries and pumpkins, peaches and apples to asparagus and celery (and many, many more), the Great…..
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Libby 101
Mon., June 15 | 10:30-11:30
New and experienced Libby users are invited to join us at this interactive session. We will discuss the Libby collections -- ebooks, downloadable audiobooks, and magazines -- expanding search results…..
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Bookaholics Book Club
Third Thursday of each month, 6:30 - 7:30pm
June Selection:King of Ashes by S.A. CosbyJune 18th6:30 - 7:30pm When eldest son Roman Carruthers is summoned home to Jefferson Run, Virginia after his father’s car accident, he finds his…..
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Dino Parties in Your Neighborhood!
Four different dates and locations during the first two weeks of June!
We’re heading to your stomping grounds to launch summer with a bang! Get ready for dino-mite family fun packed with games, crafts, snacks, and more—all for free! FREE, Family EventGames--Activities--Crafts--Snacks--Stories…..
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All Ages Summer Reading Challenge
Take-Home Summer Reading Challenge June 1-August 1, 2026
Sign up for our Summer Reading Challenge anytime this summer starting on June 1st!Challenge runs from June 1- August 1, 2026Participants sign up at our front desk and pick up…..
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OpenSpot Theatre
June 9-12, 2026. Advance registration is required.
OpenSpot Theatre fully believes that theatre is for everyone and their enthusiasm is contagious. Youth will have a hand in writing and making the final performance uniquely their own! Tuesday,…..
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Briggs District Library,
108 E Railroad St
St. Johns, MI 48879
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Mon -Thurs: 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
Friday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
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