October at the Almont Library: Duck decorating, Pokémon Club, fall events

ALMONT — Things have gotten a little “quackers” at the Almont District Library! A flock of rubber duckies has arrived and is looking to join in on Halloween this year, but they need costumes, and local kids and teens are invited to help.

Pick up a duck starting Oct. 5 and sign up for the Duck-o-Rating Contest. Dress up a rubber ducky using paint, fabric, glitter, or any chosen materials, and return it to the library by Oct. 26. In-person voting will take place Oct. 27 through Oct. 31. Entries will be divided into three age groups: 6 and under, 7–12, and teens. The entry with the most votes in each age group will win a prize.

Medicare Open Enrollment is coming up fast. Learn the ABCs (and Ds) of Medicare at “Medicare Made Easy,” presented by Medicare Choices of Metamora. The free, one-hour seminar is strictly educational and informative; no sales pitches will be made. Hosted by the library, the session takes place Thursday, Oct. 8, from 6 to 7 p.m. Registration is required and spots are limited.

Learn how simple garden herbs can serve medicinal purposes during an Herbal Class with Kathryn Carty on Saturday, Oct. 17, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Participants will learn how to turn homegrown herbs into infused oils and tinctures. Registration is required.

“Tykes, Tales, & Tunes: Story Time with Ms. Des” meets every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. Parents, guardians, and little ones can join for stories, songs, and activities tailored for early childhood development. Recommended for ages 0 to 5. No registration is required.

Pokémon Club returns with a new day and time. Beginner trainers and Pokémon Masters alike are invited to learn, play and meet fellow fans. Participants can bring their own cards if they have them, but no experience or registration is necessary. The first meeting is Tuesday, Oct. 13, at 4:15 p.m., where attendees can enter to win a card pack. The club will meet on the second Tuesday of every month.

Lego Club meets Tuesday, Oct. 20, from 4 to 5 p.m. Join fellow builders to take on a monthly challenge or enjoy free building. Designs will be displayed at the library. No registration is required.

The Children’s Halloween Party will take place Saturday, Oct. 24, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The drop-in event features hands-on activities, Halloween movies, games, and costumes.

The Cookbook Club meets Monday, Oct. 26, at 4 p.m. Local cooks explore themed recipes, then gather potluck-style to share their dishes. This month’s theme is dips.

The Fiction Addiction Book Club meets Wednesday, Oct. 28, at 6 p.m. The club’s next selection is “Halloween Night Murder” by Leslie Meier. New members are welcome.

PNC Bank Senior Banker, Jacob Gleiser will present an “Avoiding Scams & Financial Exploitation” seminar on Thursday, Oct. 29, at 1 p.m. Supported by FDIC information, the free seminar covers identifying phone and internet scams, protecting against financial exploitation and reducing risk. Registration is required.

The Knitting Club meets Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. Whether community members knit, sew, crochet, or cross-stitch, all skill levels are welcome.

To register for programs or learn more, visit the library at 213 W. St. Clair St. in Almont, call 810-798-3100, or visit the library’s Facebook page. Library hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday.