We're excited to announce a facelift at the library. Over the next few weeks, you'll see some exciting changes.
The library will be closed for 14-days from September 27th through October 10th while the project is underway. We will reopen for business on October 11th. All due dates will be extended through October 11th.
We need lots of help with our project! Please click the link below for more information and how you can help up make your library better.
Volunteers Needed with Dismantling
We will dismantle the library Friday, September 27 - Sunday, September 29 (3 days). We need help boxing up materials, dismantling the shelves, and clearing out our space.
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We will dismantle the library Friday, September 27 - Sunday, September 29 (3 days). We need help boxing up materials, dismantling the shelves, and clearing out our space.
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Volunteers Needed with Reassembly
We will need help again reassembling the library beginning on Saturday, October 5th - Thursday, October 10th (5 days).
You're welcome to help as little or as much as you can during…
We will need help again reassembling the library beginning on Saturday, October 5th - Thursday, October 10th (5 days).
You're welcome to help as little or as much as you can during…
Medicare Workshop
The Area Agency on Aging 1B will be here to help us understand the ins and outs of Medicare including available resources, eligibility, enrollment, and all your Medicare options. Open enrollment…
The Area Agency on Aging 1B will be here to help us understand the ins and outs of Medicare including available resources, eligibility, enrollment, and all your Medicare options. Open enrollment…
Teen Spooktacular Halloween Party
Come as you are or come in costume for a night of spooky fun. We will watch the movie Sixth Sense and enjoy pizza and snacks. Feel free to bring a pillow or blanket. This program…
Come as you are or come in costume for a night of spooky fun. We will watch the movie Sixth Sense and enjoy pizza and snacks. Feel free to bring a pillow or blanket. This program…
Food Preservation
Presented by Michigan State University Extension
Participants will learn how to provide safe, high-quality products using the latest research on food preservation. The food preservation methods…
Presented by Michigan State University Extension
Participants will learn how to provide safe, high-quality products using the latest research on food preservation. The food preservation methods…
Veterans Benefits Workshop
Did you know that Macomb County veterans, their spouses, and their families are eligible to get assistance with filing service-connected disability, pension and widow’s claims? Attend this…
Did you know that Macomb County veterans, their spouses, and their families are eligible to get assistance with filing service-connected disability, pension and widow’s claims? Attend this…
Cooking with Michigan Fall Vegetables
Let us gather and see Chef Francine Salvatore enlighten your taste buds and try out recipes using Michigan Fall vegetables.
Limited space available. Registration is required.…
Let us gather and see Chef Francine Salvatore enlighten your taste buds and try out recipes using Michigan Fall vegetables.
Limited space available. Registration is required.…
Flashes of Insight with Kristy Robinett
Tap into your Psychic Self with Kristy Robinett
Everyone has a psychic side, but not everyone knows what to do with it. In this special event, author Kristy Robinett, a Psychic…
Tap into your Psychic Self with Kristy Robinett
Everyone has a psychic side, but not everyone knows what to do with it. In this special event, author Kristy Robinett, a Psychic…
Rockin' Readers: Sesame Street 50th Birthday Celebration
First aired in 1969, beloved children's series, Sesame Street, is turning 50 this year! Bring the kids to our celebration event, which will include a story, craft,…
First aired in 1969, beloved children's series, Sesame Street, is turning 50 this year! Bring the kids to our celebration event, which will include a story, craft,…
10th Birthday Bash
We’re the big double digits and you’re invited! Join us for the festivities and a special Open House. We’re celebrating 10 years and showing off our new look too! Games, prizes, face painting, balloon…
We’re the big double digits and you’re invited! Join us for the festivities and a special Open House. We’re celebrating 10 years and showing off our new look too! Games, prizes, face painting, balloon…
Fantastic Phonics: Reading Skills Booster Classes
Saturdays, 9/28, 10/5, 10/19, 11/16, 11/23
11:30-12:15
This 5-week series of classes is designed for children in grades 1- 3 who have an IRIP per the new Michigan…
Saturdays, 9/28, 10/5, 10/19, 11/16, 11/23
11:30-12:15
This 5-week series of classes is designed for children in grades 1- 3 who have an IRIP per the new Michigan…
Essential Oils DIY Rice Bags
Are you in need of a therapeutic hot/cold bag to help relieve muscle tension, soreness or provide relaxation?
Join us at the Harrison Township Library to make your own reusable fabric…
Are you in need of a therapeutic hot/cold bag to help relieve muscle tension, soreness or provide relaxation?
Join us at the Harrison Township Library to make your own reusable fabric…
Rockin' Readers Story & Craft: Halloween
Come in costume, if you'd like, for some Halloween stories, songs, and a craft that's sure to drive you batty! All ages are welcome, and children must be accompanied by an adult.…
Come in costume, if you'd like, for some Halloween stories, songs, and a craft that's sure to drive you batty! All ages are welcome, and children must be accompanied by an adult.…
DIY Fabric Pumpkin Craft
Spiff up your fall decor with these easy DIY fabric pumpkins made with toilet paper rolls. While craft programs are designed with a general audience in mind, they may be too complex for small…
Spiff up your fall decor with these easy DIY fabric pumpkins made with toilet paper rolls. While craft programs are designed with a general audience in mind, they may be too complex for small…
Tai Chi
Dennis Scheffler owner/operator of the Healing Hands Holistic Health Center School Of Massage is coming to the Library for a Tai-Chi Seminar.
Tai-Chi is a very widely practiced art throughout…
Dennis Scheffler owner/operator of the Healing Hands Holistic Health Center School Of Massage is coming to the Library for a Tai-Chi Seminar.
Tai-Chi is a very widely practiced art throughout…
Book Club: Bird Box by Josh Malerman
Bird Box by Josh Malerman
Bird Box is a propulsive, edge-of-your-seat horror thriller, set in an apocalyptic near-future world—a masterpiece of suspense from the brilliantly…
Bird Box by Josh Malerman
Bird Box is a propulsive, edge-of-your-seat horror thriller, set in an apocalyptic near-future world—a masterpiece of suspense from the brilliantly…
Credit Scores
In this helpful session, we’ll review what makes up your credit score, share simple steps to improve your credit, and show you the impact that poor credit can have on your wallet. Understanding your…
In this helpful session, we’ll review what makes up your credit score, share simple steps to improve your credit, and show you the impact that poor credit can have on your wallet. Understanding your…
Investigating the Paranormal with Detroit Paranormal Expeditions
Detroit Paranormal Expeditions will come to the library to share some of their most profound paranormal experiences to date, including some visual and…
Detroit Paranormal Expeditions will come to the library to share some of their most profound paranormal experiences to date, including some visual and…
September Book Club
The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo
Despite constant efforts to declutter your home, do papers still accumulate like snowdrifts and clothes pile up like a tangled mess of noodles?
Japanese…
The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo
Despite constant efforts to declutter your home, do papers still accumulate like snowdrifts and clothes pile up like a tangled mess of noodles?
Japanese…
September Craft
Come to the library and have fun creating your own unique greeting card. We will provide all the supplies to make a beautiful, one-of-a-kind card for someone special in your life.
This craft is…
Come to the library and have fun creating your own unique greeting card. We will provide all the supplies to make a beautiful, one-of-a-kind card for someone special in your life.
This craft is…
Bingo Fundraiser
BINGO Fundraiser with Friends of HTPL. Love playing Bingo and supporting a great cause? Come play bingo and enjoy refreshments while supporting "The Friends of HTPL.”
Admission: $10.00, includes…
BINGO Fundraiser with Friends of HTPL. Love playing Bingo and supporting a great cause? Come play bingo and enjoy refreshments while supporting "The Friends of HTPL.”
Admission: $10.00, includes…
Upcoming Events
- Mother Goose on the Loose–Saturday Class on September 21, 2019 10:30 am
- Rockin’ Readers: Sesame Street 50th Birthday Celebration on September 21, 2019 11:30 am
- September Craft on September 21, 2019 1:00 pm
- Mother Goose on the Loose–Monday Class on September 23, 2019 9:30 am
- Reading ABCs on September 24, 2019 10:30 am
- September Book Club on September 24, 2019 7:00 pm
- Tai Chi on September 25, 2019 11:00 am
Digital Downloads
We offer a variety of digital resources for our patrons. Click on the logo to access eBooks from Overdrive, digital magazines from RBdigital (formerly Zinio), or free downloadable music from Freegal. For even more resources, click here.
Harrison Township Public Library offers Tutor.com live, one-on-one help from professional tutors online. Tutor.com provides you with online access to more than 3000 tutors who are experts in over 25 academic subjects including math, science, writing, and social studies. In addition to live help, Tutor.com offers proofreading and review of résumés and essays.
Michigan Activity Pass
Discover Michigan! Using your library card, check out a pass for one of Michigan’s cultural attractions or state parks and recreation areas!
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Kanopy, on-demand film streaming service now available from HTPL
We’re pleased to offer the popular on-demand film streaming service Kanopy for free at Harrison Township Public Library. Library card
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Support Your Library with Kroger Rewards
Support the Friends of the Harrison Township Public Library every time you shop! Kroger will be suspending the re-enrollment
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Hoopla is here!
Hoopla is here! Instantly borrow free digital movies, music, eBooks, eAudiobooks and more, 24/7 with your library card.
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MeLCat Statewide Interlibrary Loan
MeLCat is a statewide interlibrary loan program administered by the Library of Michigan. Through the library's participation in the program, patrons
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