Join us at Mattawan Memorial Park (24601 Front Street, Mattawan) for the exciting conclusion to our 2019 Summer Reading Program! Enjoy food, lawn games, and a bounce house! Free and open to the public. All ages welcome. For more information, please call 269-668-2534.

Children of all ages are invited to join us for these hands-on cooking classes, where they will learn easy Latin recipes, age-appropriate cooking skills, healthy eating habits, and basic Spanish vocabulary. Registration is appreciated, but not required. To learn more, please call the library at 269-668-2534. To sign up, stop by the library, give us a call, or register below. June 22: Aguas Frescas July 27: Pico de Gallo August 24: Quesadillas

Need help navigating the internet, email, or social media networks? Have questions about your phone or tablet? Want to know how to access VBDL's digital collections on Overdrive or Hoopla? Drop by the library at any time between 4:00 and 5:30pm to get your questions answered and learn how to use technology more effectively. Call 269-668-2534 for more information.

Create your own painted barn quilt block! Barb Bennett, of ABC Barn Quilt Blocks, guides you through the steps of drafting, taping, and painting a pre-primed board. Cost is $35.00 per person, due to the instructor, Barb Bennett, by the beginning of class. Scholarships are also available. Participants are encouraged to bring a lunch. Registration required. Stop by the library or phone 269-668-2534 to sign up.

 Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.      

Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.      

Explore science and math concepts through fun, hands-on experiments! Designed for children in first grade and above, but supervised children of all ages are welcome. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.

 Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.      

Create a beautiful, one-of-a-kind plate using only fabric, Mod Podge, and a clear glass plate during this free class! All materials provided. For individuals 18 years old and up. Registration is required. Stop by the library or call 269-668-2534 to sign up.

Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.      

Children ages 5 to 12 are welcome to attend this free class and learn how to make a string art masterpiece! All supplies provided. Space is limited and registration is required. Please call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.

Current and prospective members of the Friends of the Antwerp Sunshine Library are encouraged to attend this meeting. The Friends of the Antwerp Sunshine Library advocate, fund raise, and provide critical support for the library system and related literary and community enrichment programs, including the Summer Reading Program, the Holiday Craft Workshop, and the Teen Creative Writing Challenge.

 Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.      

Beloved childhood classic Sesame Street is celebrating 50 Years and Counting in 2019. Join us for reading games and activities during our Sesame Street Literacy Night! This free program is designed for children ages five and under, but families with kids of all ages are welcome to attend. For more information, please call 269-668-2534.

Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.      

Visit the library at any time between 10am and 3pm to build unique LEGO creations! All LEGOs and building materials are provided and all ages are welcome at LEGO Club!

Need help navigating the internet, email, or social media networks? Have questions about your phone or tablet? Want to know how to access VBDL’s digital collections on Overdrive and Hoopla? Drop by the library at any time between 4 and 5:30pm to get your questions answered and learn how to use tech more effectively. Call 269-668-2534 for more information.

Children 5 and under practice gross motor skills and body movement through singing, dancing, and playing musical instruments. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.              

Support the Friends of the Antwerp Sunshine Library during this painting party fundraiser from 5:30 to 7:30pm! Paint an image of your favorite children’s book on a ceiling tile to be displayed in the children's area and create a work of art the library will treasure for years to come.  A donation of $20 is requested at the time of sign-up. All proceeds will go directly to the Friends. All materials will be provided. Participants of all ages are welcome,…

The Antwerp Sunshine Readers’ Forum is a book discussion group for adults that alternates between fiction and nonfiction titles. To reserve a copy of the month’s book, please call the library at 269-668-2534.

Children 5 and under practice gross motor skills and body movement through singing, dancing, and playing musical instruments. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.              

Support the Friends of the Antwerp Sunshine Library and add some great books to your home library at low, low prices. Fill up a bag for only $5.00! The sale is free and open to the public. For more information, call the library at 269.668.2534.

 Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.      

Teens 13 years old and up are welcome to attend this class and learn how to make steampunk jewelry! Steampunk is a subgenre of science fiction or science fantasy that incorporates technology and aesthetic designs inspired by 19th-century industrial steam-powered machinery. All supplies will be provided. Space is limited and registration is required. Please stop by the library or call 269-668-2534 to sign up.

Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.      

 Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.      

Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.      

Children ages 5 to 12 are welcome to attend this free class and learn how to make a witch finger pen! All supplies provided. Space is limited and registration is required. Please call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.

The Apple Pie Contest is free and open to the public. An entry form, a detailed recipe, and a list of ingredients must accompany each pie. Entry forms must be submitted to the library by Friday, October 11. All pies must be submitted to the library by 1:45pm on October 12, the day of the contest. Pies will be judged by a panel of local chefs and prizes will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners.

 Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.      

Curious about paranormal activities? This program presented by the Michigan Paranormal Research Organization will show you how paranormal activities are investigated. Learn about the technology used during paranormal investigations and listen to audio captured during previous investigations. This event is free and open to the public. Questions from attendees are welcome and encouraged, so if you have ever wondered about paranormal activity, now is your chance to learn more!  For more information, please call 269-668-2534.

Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.      

Visit the library at any time between 10am and 3pm to build unique LEGO creations! All LEGOs and building materials are provided and all ages are welcome at LEGO Club!

Dori Beltz grew up on a fruit farm and lived in Kalamazoo before returning to her country roots and creating Beltz Barnyard and Camp Whimsy in Texas Corners. During her visit to the library, Dori will discuss hobby farming in a small town and will bring some of her animals along, too! Fun for the whole family. Free and open to the public. For more information, please call 269-668-2534. The event complements the Smithsonian Institution’s traveling exhibit, Crossroads: Change in…

 Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.      

Teens 13 years old and up are invited to join us for a free, unplugged game night! Drop-in between 5:30 and 7pm to play games and enjoy pizza! No registration necessary. Call 269-668-2534 for more information.

The Antwerp Sunshine Readers’ Forum is a book discussion group for adults that alternates between fiction and nonfiction titles. To reserve a copy of the month’s book, please call the library at 269-668-2534.

Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.      

Need help navigating the internet, email, or social media networks? Have questions about your phone or tablet? Want to know how to access VBDL’s digital collections on Overdrive and Hoopla? Drop by the library at any time between 4 and 5:30pm to get your questions answered and learn how to use tech more effectively. Call 269-668-2534 for more information.

Children 5 and under practice gross motor skills and body movement through singing, dancing, and playing musical instruments. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.              

Children 5 and under practice gross motor skills and body movement through singing, dancing, and playing musical instruments. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.              

 Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.      

Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.      

Children ages 5 to 12 are welcome to attend this free class and learn how to create a turkey hand painting! All supplies will be provided. Space is limited and registration is required. Please call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.

The Chili Cook Off is free and open to the public. Entrants must fill out an entry form and return it to the library by Friday, November 8. Chili must be dropped off to the library by 11am. Judging will be done by the community. Votes can be cast from 11am to 1pm. Winners will be announced at 2pm. Prizes will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners.

 Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.      

Learn how to make a pair of holiday earrings with instructor Gerry Stackhouse during this free class! Gerry will teach jewelry-making techniques and each guest will go home with their own unique creation! All materials provided. For individuals 18 years old and up. Registration is required. Stop by the library or call 269-668-2534 to sign up.

Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.      

Visit the library at any time between 10am and 3pm to build unique LEGO creations! All LEGOs and building materials are provided and all ages are welcome at LEGO Club!

Current and prospective members of the Friends of the Antwerp Sunshine Library are encouraged to attend this meeting. The Friends of the Antwerp Sunshine Library advocate, fund raise, and provide critical support for the library system and related literary and community enrichment programs, including the Summer Reading Program, the Holiday Craft Workshop, and the Teen Creative Writing Challenge.

 Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.      

Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.      

Teens 13 years old and up are welcome to attend this class, led by VBDL’s own Amelia Gingerich, and design their own canvas tote bag! All supplies will be provided. Space is limited and registration is required. Please stop by the library or call 269-668-2534 to sign up.

Need help navigating the internet, email, or social media networks? Have questions about your phone or tablet? Want to know how to access VBDL’s digital collections on Overdrive and Hoopla? Drop by the library at any time between 4 and 5:30pm to get your questions answered and learn how to use tech more effectively. Call 269-668-2534 for more information.

Children 5 and under practice gross motor skills and body movement through singing, dancing, and playing musical instruments. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.              

The Antwerp Sunshine Readers’ Forum is a book discussion group for adults that alternates between fiction and nonfiction titles. To reserve a copy of the month’s book, please call the library at 269-668-2534.

 Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.      

Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.      

Children of all ages are welcome to join us for the Holiday Workshop! Presented by the Mattawan Lion’s Club and the Antwerp Sunshine Library, this workshop provides attendees with the opportunity to make three holiday ornaments, enjoy snacks, play games, and meet Santa! This event will be held at the Antwerp Activity Center, right next door to the library.

 Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.      

Learn how to decorate stemless wine glasses using vinyl decals from a Cricut machine during this free class! All materials provided. For individuals 18 years old and up. Registration is required. Stop by the library or call 269-668-2534 to sign up.

Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.      

Children ages 5 to 12 are welcome to attend this free class and learn how to create a  clay pot gingerbread house! All supplies will be provided. Space is limited and registration is required, so please call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.

In the days leading up to December 16, local businesses, groups, and organizations will decorate designated areas of the library with holiday decorations. During the week of December 16 to December 21, members of the public are invited to vote for their favorite display. The winner will be announced on Monday, December 23. This is a great opportunity to get in the holiday spirit while learning about local businesses and organizations!

Children 5 and under practice gross motor skills and body movement through singing, dancing, and playing musical instruments. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.              

Create your own sweet sushi during this free class for teens 13 years old and up! All materials will be provided. Participants will make several sushi candy pieces and will receive a decorative box to transport their goodies home. Registration is required, so please stop by the front desk or call 269-668-2534 to sign up.

Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.      

Children 5 and under practice gross motor skills and body movement through singing, dancing, and playing musical instruments. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.              

Visit the library at any time between 10am and 3pm to build unique LEGO creations! All LEGOs and building materials are provided and all ages are welcome at LEGO Club!

Need help navigating the internet, email, or social media networks? Have questions about your phone or tablet? Want to know how to access VBDL’s digital collections on Overdrive and Hoopla? Drop by the library at any time between 4 and 5:30pm to get your questions answered and learn how to use tech more effectively. Call 269-668-2534 for more information.

 Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.      

Create a unique piece of snowflake art using only embroidery floss, nails, and wood during this free class for adults 18 years old and up! All materials will be provided. Registration is required, so please call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.

Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.      

Children ages 5 to 12 are welcome to attend this free class and learn how to make a thumbprint snowman frame! All supplies will be provided. Space is limited and registration is required. Please call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.

 Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.      

Teens 13 years old and up are welcome to attend this class and learn how to make scratch art bookmarks! Scratch art involves using a scratching tool to trace designs on black-coated paper, revealing rainbow colors underneath. All supplies will be provided. Space is limited and registration is required. Please stop by the library or call 269-668-2534 to sign up.

Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.      

Visit the library at any time between 10am and 3pm to build unique LEGO creations! All LEGOs and building materials are provided and all ages are welcome at LEGO Club!

Current and prospective members of the Friends of the Antwerp Sunshine Library are encouraged to attend this meeting. The Friends of the Antwerp Sunshine Library advocate, fund raise, and provide critical support for the library system and related literary and community enrichment programs, including the Summer Reading Program, the Holiday Craft Workshop, and the Teen Creative Writing Challenge.

 Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.      

The Antwerp Sunshine Readers’ Forum is a book discussion group for adults that alternates between fiction and nonfiction titles. To reserve a copy of the month’s book, please call the library at 269-668-2534.

Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.      

Support the Friends of the Antwerp Sunshine Library and add some great books to your home library for a low price! Only $5 for a bag full of books! Free and open to the public. For more information, please call 269-668-2534.

Need help navigating the internet, email, or social media networks? Have questions about your phone or tablet? Want to know how to access VBDL’s digital collections on Overdrive and Hoopla? Drop by the library at any time between 4 and 5:30pm to get your questions answered and learn how to use tech more effectively. Call 269-668-2534 for more information.

Children 5 and under practice gross motor skills and body movement through singing, dancing, and playing musical instruments. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.              

Children 5 and under practice gross motor skills and body movement through singing, dancing, and playing musical instruments. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.              

 Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.      

Join professional organizer, Heather Fedewa, for this free class about improving organizational techniques in your home or workplace! Learn tips regarding how to begin an organization project and how to maintain a positive, productive outlook throughout the project. Materials and literature will be provided to participants free of charge. Registration is not required, but we would appreciate an RSVP if you are interested; please call 269-668-2534. Heather is the owner of The Opportune Organizer, LLC, serving Southwest Michigan. She strives…

Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.      

Children ages 5 to 12 are welcome to attend this free class and create a special painting with mom! All supplies provided. Space is limited and registration is required. Please call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.

Create your own perfume or cologne during this fun, free class for adults 18 years old and up! The Aroma Labs of Kalamazoo will guide you through the process. Choose your favorite scents from a traditional Perfumer's Organ (a collection of 40 different scents) while learning about modern and traditional perfumery methods and techniques. The Aroma Labs' technicians will create your final formula at the fragrance bar and will also ensure that your formula is properly portioned for future refills.…

 Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.      

Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.      

Visit the library at any time between 10am and 3pm to build unique LEGO creations! All LEGOs and building materials are provided and all ages are welcome at LEGO Club!

 Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.      

Teens 13 years old and up are welcome to attend this free class and learn how to make magnetic frames for Instagram photos! All supplies will be provided, but attendees are encouraged to bring their own 4X6 photo to frame. Space is limited and registration is required. Please stop by the library or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.

Children 5 and under are welcome to join in on the Story Time fun as we explore letters through stories, songs, felt board activities, and creative art projects. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Register below or call 269-668-2534 for more information or to sign up.