Cold Weather Emergency Shelter Resources
Call 866-313-2520 for emergency shelter assistance, operated 24-hours. All locations of the Detroit Public Library and all Detroit Recreation Centers are available to warm up in during open hours.
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Upcoming Events
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Adults
Adult Book Discussion
December 13, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Bowen Branch
Adults
All-In: Detroit Public Library Dance Party
December 13, 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Main Library
Children/Family
Visit with Santa
December 15, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Campbell Branch
Adults
All Ages
Christmas Jam at Duffield
December 18, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Duffield Branch
Adults
Friday Concert Series: Jazzetry ft One Single Rose ® wsg Takashi Iio
December 19, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Main Library
Children/Family
A Magical Performance with Santa
December 20, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Elmwood Park Branch
Computer Class
December 24, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Wilder Branch
MLK SPEAKS POSTER CONTEST
January 3, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Duffield Branch
All Ages
MLK Jr. Dream Wall at Wilder
January 3, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Wilder Branch
Need Food Assistance?
Many local organizations are available to help individuals and
families facing food insecurity. For referrals to nearby food banks and
soup kitchens, contact the Library’s TIP Service at 313-481-1400 or call
Michigan’s Food & Other Resources Helpline at 888-544-8773.
December 2025 Events Booklet
Take a look at the digital version of the Detroit Public Library's December 2025 Events booklet. Find crafts, cookie decorating parties, storytimes and more to help you celebrate the holidays.
View BookletAuthor Series Events
The Detroit Public Library's Author Series Committee is excited to present a packed season this fall and winter. Come listen to the voices behind the books at our in-person author talks.
View EventsFriday Concert Series
Check out our lineup for free, live music throughout the fall on Fridays at 4:00pm. Concerts take place in the Music Room on the third floor of the Main Library.
View ScheduleArt & Architecture Tours
Join for a guided tour of the art and architecture at the Main Library. Tours take place on the third Sunday of each month from October through May.
Learm MoreAfrican-American Booklist 2025
The Detroit Public Library has published its African American Booklist for more than 50 years. Read the 2025 booklist, Voices Heard: African American Young Adult Authors, online today!
Read the BooklistGrand Gesture in the DPL Galleria
The Detroit Public Library’s Galleria showcases artwork from local and national artists, offering a vibrant platform for diverse artistic expression. The Galleria's current exhibit is Grand Gesture, which celebrates the scale, energy, and emotion that emerge when artists think big.
Learn MoreLibrary Card Perks!
Your library card comes with a variety of exciting and useful perks! Enjoy free access to E-books through Hoopla and Libby, Full-Access to LinkedIn Learning, ABC Mouse for children and so much more. Check out the full list of perks here.
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