Category Archives: News
All Booked Up-Date
This month’s ALL BOOKED UP in partnership with TV6 Upper Michigan Today has been rescheduled for Wednesday, May 22 from 9:00 am – 10:00 am. This event will be filmed LIVE from the Community Room. Please join us! This month’s … read more All Booked Up-Date
Docu Cinema Location Update!
Docu Cinema will be moved to the Shiras Room on Friday, May 10th from Noon – 2 pm. In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, PWPL screens this powerful documentary that follows three families’ struggles to find the best treatments … read more Docu Cinema Location Update!
Closure Notice
Peter White Public Library will be closing early on Friday, May 10th at 5:00 pm for a special event. The library will reopen on Saturday, May 11th at 9:30 am. Thank you for your flexibility & support!
Fun Fact: Libraries Help Communities Grow!
Fun Fact: Libraries love to help their communities grow. Help PWPL know what you need and value from your libraries by taking our community survey! The deadline is May 10th! https://umich.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3KmtEoroCbUYm9g
“Marqueetown” Screening
Portraying the fascinating history of motion pictures through one iconic screen—and featuring dozens of Michigan locations and characters—Marqueetown is a true story of chasing your dreams, redefining failure and success, and reembracing the enduring magic of cinema. This screening benefits … read more “Marqueetown” Screening
Support Youth Literacy
Support Youth Literacy: Donate $20 to Expand the Tonie Collection at Peter White Public Library Experience the magic of storytelling with Tonies – the screen-free speaker designed for children. With magnetic figurines, kids can dive into a world of stories … read more Support Youth Literacy
Middle School SPRING FLING Registration
Youth in grades 6 to 8 are invited to the Spring Fling: Silent Disco. All students will be listening to music on wireless headphones and will have the choice of 3 stations. Dress in to impress or spring attire. Equipment … read more Middle School SPRING FLING Registration
Teen Poetry Contest EXTENSION
The Teen Poetry Contest DEADLINE for Great Lakes Poetry Festival has been EXTENDED to Monday, April 22 !!! Directions: Submit one poem to GLPFTeenContest@gmail.com. Include a cover sheet with your name, title of your poem, street address, phone number, and … read more Teen Poetry Contest EXTENSION
PWPL Board of Trustees Meeting – April 16, 2024
PWPL Board of Trustees will hold their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, April 16, 2024 starting at 5:00 pm. This meeting will take place in the George Shiras III Room of the Peter White Public Library. Board agenda and packets … read more PWPL Board of Trustees Meeting – April 16, 2024
Take Our Survey!
In honor of National Library Week, take a moment to complete this survey. Libraries are always growing and changing to adapt to community wants and needs. Share your feedback via a University of Michigan library survey by May 10th. https://umich.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3KmtEoroCbUYm9g