Shown are crafts included in the winter activity packet for all ages. Photo provided by the library.

News Release

MILFORD — The staff at Milford Public Library appreciates patrons taking care of fines so they can all begin the new year with a zero balance. The fines you pay become part of the operating income, so it is very important for the library’s financial health to pay your fines. Please make sure to pay any library fines accrued in 2022 before Jan. 15.

Winter Activity Packets

Winter Activity Packets have been available beginning Dec. 23. These are packets for preschool thru upper elementary ages. They will give the packets out until they are all gone, so be sure to ask for one at the adult or children’s circulation desk. There are several crafts to make in each packet and a sweet surprise.

Holiday Closings

Milford Public Library will be closed Saturday, Dec. 31, for New Year’s Eve and Monday, Jan. 2, for New Year’s Day.
Accepting Donations For Food Pantry
From now until Dec. 30, the library is accepting donations for the Van Buren Township Food Pantry. They have a list of most requested/needed items. There are donation boxes in the adult and children’s area of the library. The Van Buren Township Food Pantry is located at Milford First Brethren Church, 110 W. Catherine St. (back alley at the gym entrance). Pantry hours are 2-5 p.m. Tuesdays and Fridays.

Adult Reading Program

The annual Adult Reading Program begins Jan. 3. This year’s theme is “All Together Now.” Just sign up at the adult circulation desk and enter a weekly drawing for each book you read or audio book you listen to. Anyone age 18 or older can join the program. Stop by the library for more information.