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Online: Visit shpl.net/1578 A resident photo ID is required when you pick up the physical card. In Person: Apply at library checkout desk with resident photo ID.

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Destination Storytime Ages 3-6 This unique storytime brings books to life at exciting local businesses and community locations. Each session features stories, songs, and activities tied to the theme, followed by a real-world experience. Locations listed on registration page. TH 3/19, 4/16, 5/21, 10:30 a.m. This is a sensory friendly storytime. It includes engaging stories, sen sory activities, crafts, and adaptive movements tailored to each child. The program encourages creativity, self-expression, and provides a supportive environment for all children to thrive. SAT 3/14, 4/11, 5/9, 11 a.m Families & Jammies All ages Get comfy in your favorite PJs and join us for an evening storytime including rhymes, activities and crafts. TH 3/5, 4/2, 5/7, 6 p.m. Saturday Stories Ages 0-6 Enjoy a weekend storytime! This program will feature stories, crafts, fingerplays, and other fun activities. SAT 3/14, 4/11, 5/9, 10 a.m Pre-Skills Ages 2-6 Children ages 2-6 years old along with their caregivers are invited to work on early childhood skills, such as scissor skills, matching, counting, letter recognition and more at these monthly sessions. T 3/17, 4/21, 5/19, 9:30-11 a.m. Sensory-Friendly Storytime Ages 3-9

Registration is free and required for all programs, unless noted. If a program does not require registration, you will see an near the title. Registration begins two weeks before the program’s date.

Preschool Storytime Ages 3.5-6 Children ages 3.5–6 years old can join this child-only storytime to enjoy stories, fingerplays, movement activities, singing, and crafts while encouraging independence! Each participant receives a themed worksheet packet with activities. M 3/9 & 3/30, 4/13 & 4/27, 5/11, 6:30 p.m. T 3/10 & 31, 4/14 & 28, 5/12 & 5/26, 9:30 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. It’s My Bird Day Party Ages 0-6 Come party at our Pigeon Birthday Bash! Join us for stories and silly fun inspired by Mo Willems' beloved character — who thinks the Pigeon should drive the bus! T 3/31, 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. (during Toddler & Preschool Storytime)

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ONLINE: Visit shpl.net and click on the Programs link to sign in or create an account. Schedule Home Delivery Sterling Heights residents with a library card can sign up for weekly home deliveries. To schedule, call 586-446-2665 and press (4) . Curbside Pickup 1. Place your holds in advance by calling 586-446-2665 or online: shpl.net 2. Once your holds are available, park in a “Curbside Pickup” spot 3. Call 586-446-2665

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