Library
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The ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ Library is the perfect place to research, read and discover. The library is located in the lower level of the Donald C. Burns Administration/Library Building on the college’s Sidney campus. The library is accessible by a stairwell located in the foyer on the east side of the building, or by the elevator in the foyer.
The ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ Library offers a wide variety of resources for research, as well as on-site computer access and quiet study rooms.
ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½â€™s NetLibrary meets the challenge as the most versatile eContent provider for libraries and publishers today.
Check out this month's recommended reads at the ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ Library hand selected by the library staff.
Users may enjoy the library's Rooted in Reading and Word of the Day programs.
ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ Library hosts ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ Reads. The program aims to reach our community of readers, in ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ County and at ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½, to inspire, uplift, and enlighten by reading books that touch the hearts and minds our readers, celebrate literature and encourage library use.
The ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ Library and the public libraries of ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ County have combined to offer One Book.
Browse the Library playlist on ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½'s YouTube channel to watch past literary presentations and book chats.
Crystal the Mastodon was found by an excavator near Crystal, Mich., in 1986. Crystal is on display outside of ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½â€™s Library through generous support from the ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ Foundation and donor Mort Pomeroy.
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Upcoming Library Events:
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Wednesday, September 10, 2025
12:05 - 12:45 p.m.
Back to the Basics: Plant, Pick, Plate Series – Fresh Picks: Salsa and Salad Edition
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ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ Chemistry Faculty, Sara Rittersdorf,Ìýwill offer fresh perspectives on these two delightful food options, and we will certainly enjoy chips and salsa, along with a salad bar. This program promotes physical health and nourishes your brain as well! This presentation is on Wednesday, September 10, from 12:05 to 12:45 p.m. in the ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ Library.
The Back to the Basics: Plant, Pick, Plate series is sponsored by ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½â€™s chapter of the PTK Honor Society. PTK Leadership is grown locally!Ìý
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
12:05 - 12:45 p.m.
Back to the Basics: Plant, Pick, Plate Series – Knead to Know: Sourdough Secrets
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ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ Chemistry Faculty, Sara Rittersdorf,Ìýwill guide us through the process of make sourdough and share techniques for shaping the final product! This presentation is on Wednesday, September 17, from 12:05 to 12:45 p.m. in the ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ Library.
The Back to the Basics: Plant, Pick, Plate series is sponsored by ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½â€™s chapter of the PTK Honor Society. PTK Leadership is grown locally!Ìý
Tuesday, September 23, 2025
9 - 10 a.m.
Breakfast with Bradley
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Join students and staff for a casual breakfast with President Barrick on Tuesday, September 23, from 9 to 10 a.m. in the ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ Library. Enjoy cereal, toast, bagels, fruit, and coffee while connecting and chatting about campus life—and maybe even find out if he’s Team MSU or Team U of M!
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For more information, contact the ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ Library at librarystaff@montcalm.edu or call 989-328-1261.
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
12:05 - 12:45 p.m.
Back to the Basics: Plant, Pick, Plate Series – Seal the Season
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ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ Chemistry Faculty, Sara Rittersdorf, will demonstrate that you can preserve a variety of foods at any time of year, including meats, vegetables, and fruits through the art of canning. She will explain the differences between water bath canning and pressure canning techniques.ÌýThis presentation is on Wednesday, September 24, from 12:05 to 12:45 p.m. in the ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ Library.
The Back to the Basics: Plant, Pick, Plate series is sponsored by ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½â€™s chapter of the PTK Honor Society. PTK Leadership is grown locally!Ìý
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