Adults
Library Book Discussions
- COMPUTER CLASSES
CMPL offers a variety of computer classes that may be beneficial for seniors. Get more information about the classes offered at the Main Library here. - LIBRARY BY MAIL
CMPL’s Library by Mail service allows patrons residing in the CMPL service area but are unable to visit the library in person, to receive library materials by mail. Register for this service here. - ADAPTIVE TECHNOLOGY
You can check out various magnifiers (over 50) to see which ones work best for you. We also have an adaptive technology collection available for those with vision issues. A variety of magnifiers are also available for check out at the North and South Branches. Other assistive technology, such as computers, can be found in our Library for the Blind. - SENIOR OUTREACH
Do you have a senior group that cannot get to the library? We may be able to send a librarian to your organization to provide information about the library. Please call Meghan at (586) 226-5055.
Local Author Collection
Donald W. Green Local History Room
The Clinton-Macomb Public Library welcomes customers and lovers of local history to enjoy our growing local history collection at the Main Library. Librarians are interested in archiving physical objects such as maps, yearbooks, and out-of-print books to develop an online archive of historical images and documents. Are you doing research? Check out these resources:
VETERANS HISTORY PROJECT
The Veterans History Project of Macomb records interviews with former and current members of the military. Interviews are sent to the Library of Congress. CMPL has a collection of local interviews in the Donald W. Green Local History Room available for check out. You may also watch these interviews on YouTube.
Language Resources
LITERACY RESOURCES AND LANGUAGE COLLECTION
Learning English can be difficult. The Main Library hosts ESL Conversation class on Saturdays from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. For more details click here or call 586-226-5040. Do you, or a friend or family member, still need more help? Click here for a brochure of literacy resources in the area.
Now is a great time to start learning a new language. We provide Pronunciator, an online database available to CMPL residents, that teaches 80+ languages – try it online or download the app. Alternatively, we offer assistance to non-native English speakers who may want to explore our international language collection or browse our ESL collection. In addition, we offer MeL's Read It! database designed for middle school, high school, and adults with a basic understanding of English but need adapted material on a variety of subjects.
INTERNATIONAL LANGUAGE COLLECTION
- Albanian
- Arabic
- Bengali
- Chinese
- French
- German
- Italian
- Japanese
- Korean
- Polish
- Russian
- Spanish
- Periodicals
POETRY CONTEST
Our Poetry Contest has ended. Winners have been notified. The full Poetry Walk will be up June 1-Sept. 21. The poems include works by the winners of our Poetry Contest, as well as contemporary and classic poems, all mounted near benches. Download the list of poems and map before you visit!
