Today at 10am
Bowen
Today at 10:30am
Main Library
Requests for 30-minute recording sessions are limited to two per day, and confirmed by email. A Detroit Public Library or HYPE card is required. Teens attending must be between the ages of 13-18
Studio Sessions on Saturday, April 20 at 10:30am
Today at 10:30am
Main Library
Today at 11am
Main Library
Learn how to use computers and Microsoft Word.
Introduction to Computers on Saturday, April 20 at 11:00am
Today at 11am
Hubbard
This month’s book is "The Handmaid’s Tale" by Margaret Atwood. Hope you'll join us for another exciting discussion!
Adult Book Club on Saturday, April 20 at 11:00am
Today at 11am
Bowen
Join us for a family story time! Each week will feature a different story and an activity to match.
Storytime on Saturday, April 20 at 11:00am
Today at 11am
Elmwood Park
Today at 11am
Parkman
Build your learning skills and get homework help. Program provided by Hartmann-Eton Center for Teaching and Learning. Registration required.
After School Learning Support on Saturday, April 20 at 11:00am
Today at 1pm
Parkman
Join the discussion on a featured book, "Life is Short but Wide" by J. California Cooper. Register at the Reference Desk.
Adult Book Club on Saturday, April 20 at 1:00pm
Today at 1pm
Parkman
Today at 1pm
Campbell
Come each week to learn a different coding language through fun projects. Must sign up in advance!
Code Club on Saturday, April 20 at 1:00pm
Today at 1pm
Sherwood Forest
FREE art classes for kids taught by real artists. Space is limited to 20 participants. Registration required!
ProjectArt on Saturday, April 20 at 1:00pm
Today at 1pm
Main Library
We’re interested in starting a yoga club at HYPE. Interested? Check out these classes with instructor Andrew, and tell us what you think. Please be prompt! Limited mats available to borrow for class.
Yoga Club? on Saturday, April 20 at 1:00pm
Today at 1pm
Main Library
Join the Detroit Knitting & Crochet Club for knitting and conversation. Get your pattern questions answered. All levels are welcome. Please bring your own supplies.
Knit With Us on Saturday, April 20 at 1:00pm
Today at 2pm
Redford
Today at 2pm
Chase
Explore different coding languages in the library. Practice with Python, Scratch, HTML and SenseHat.
Kids Can Code on Saturday, April 20 at 2:00pm
Today at 2pm
Wilder
Today at 2pm
Main Library
Learn how to navigate the Internet. Also learn how to creating, Saving and Opening Computer Files
Introduction to Computers on Saturday, April 20 at 2:00pm
Today at 3pm
Parkman
Practice reading to a furry friend.
PAWS Reading on Saturday, April 20 at 3:00pm
Today at 3pm
Parkman
Join us for an ongoing class in the visual arts for youth ages 8-12. Register at Reference Desk.
ProjectArt: Kid Edition on Saturday, April 20 at 3:00pm
Today at 4pm
Campbell
FREE Art classes for kids of all ages.
ProjectArt on Saturday, April 20 at 4:00pm
Today at 4pm
Redford
Play Nintendo Wii with friends.
Game Day! on Saturday, April 20 at 4:00pm
Today at 4pm
Parkman
Today at 4pm
Bowen
Tomorrow at 1:30pm
Main Library
April 7, 2019 – He Named Me Malala April 14, 2019 – American Legends April 28, 2019 – Fences
Sunday Funday Films on Sunday, April 21 at 1:30pm
April 22nd at 10:30am
Chase
Intermediate skills for Windows PC’s and basic Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint will be covered.
Introduction to Computers on Monday, April 22 at 10:30am
April 22nd at 10:30am
Douglass
April 22nd at 11am
Douglass
April 22nd at 12:30pm
Parkman
Covers the basic parts of a computer, flash drives, saving documents/pictures, printing, mouse usage, keyboarding, an introduction to Microsoft Word, Internet browsing. No computer skills needed.
Introduction to Computers on Monday, April 22 at 12:30pm
April 22nd at 4pm
Redford
Join our ever-growing group of yarn enthusiasts for a fun time sharing projects and sharing lives.
Knitting and Crocheting Club on Monday, April 22 at 4:00pm
April 22nd at 4pm
Douglass
April 22nd at 4pm
Wilder
April 22nd at 4pm
Parkman
Build your learning skills and get homework help. Program provided by Hartmann-Eton Center for Teaching and Learning. Registration required.
After School Learning Support on Monday, April 22 at 4:00pm
April 22nd at 4pm
Campbell
FREE Art classes for kids of all ages.
ProjectArt on Monday, April 22 at 4:00pm
April 22nd at 4:15pm
Monteith
April 22nd at 4:15pm
Monteith
April 22nd at 5:15pm
Parkman
Join us for an ongoing class in the visual arts for youth ages 13-17.Register at Reference Desk
ProjectArt: Teen Edition on Monday, April 22 at 5:15pm
April 22nd at 6pm
Parkman
A warm intellectually stimulating environment where all educational levels of men can actively participate in. All are welcome to attend.
Heuristics Men’s Book Club on Monday, April 22 at 6:00pm
April 22nd at 6pm
Wilder
Aspiring artists learn painting and drawing concepts. Local Detroit artist Walter Bailey will offer art classes for adults. Classes are free. Sign up in the branch or call to reserve your spot.
aRT in the "D" on Monday, April 22 at 6:00pm
April 22nd at 6:30pm
Campbell
Learn how to find peace and a calm mind at our weekly meditation workshop.
Sahaja Yoga and Meditation on Monday, April 22 at 6:30pm
April 23rd at 10:30am
Wilder
Toddlers welcome for story time and open play.
Once Upon a Time on Tuesday, April 23 at 10:30am
April 23rd at 10:30am
Chandler Park
April 23rd at 10:30am
Parkman
Learn to check spelling and grammar, copy and paste, organize files, and browse the Internet. Introduction to Computers or teacher approval is required. Registration is required for this 4 week class.
Basic Computer Skills on Tuesday, April 23 at 10:30am
April 23rd at 10:30am
Douglass
April 23rd at 10:30am
Douglass
April 23rd at 10:30am
Hubbard
April 23rd at 10:30am
Main Library
April 23rd at 12pm
Parkman
Grandparents and seniors 50 and older meet twice a week to learn computer, tablet, and smartphone skills. Pre-registration is required for this 10 week program.
Cyber Seniors on Tuesday, April 23 at 12:00pm
April 23rd at 12pm
Douglass
Find out about common insurance products and offers helpful tips and information specific to senior citizens. Presented by Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS).
Insurance In Your Golden Years on Tuesday, April 23 at 12:00pm
April 23rd at 12:30pm
Chase
General beginning skills for Windows PC’s and Microsoft Word will be covered
Introduction to Computers on Tuesday, April 23 at 12:30pm
April 23rd at 1pm
Douglass
April 23rd at 2pm
Parkman
April 23rd at 2pm
Parkman
Get the most out of your Google account with Mail, Maps, storage and PLENTY of things to make your life easier!
Introduction to Gmail on Tuesday, April 23 at 2:00pm
April 23rd at 2:30pm
Knapp
April 23rd at 3pm
Main Library
April 23rd at 3pm
Main Library
Requests for one hour recording sessions are limited to two per day, and confirmed by email. A Detroit Public Library or HYPE card is required. Teens attending must be between the ages of 13-18.
Studio Sessions on Tuesday, April 23 at 3:00pm
April 23rd at 4pm
Franklin
Learn to make your own snacks to save money and get a free book!
Money Smart for Kids on Tuesday, April 23 at 4:00pm
April 23rd at 4pm
Parkman
Build your learning skills and get homework help. Program provided by Hartmann-Eton Center for Teaching and Learning. Registration required.
Homework Help on Tuesday, April 23 at 4:00pm
April 23rd at 4:15pm
Parkman
Learn to play the violin. Instruments are provided & registration and parent participation required.
Free Violin Classes on Tuesday, April 23 at 4:15pm
April 23rd at 4:30pm
Wilder
Read or complete a fun sheet, get a snack. Different activities each week.
Fun Sheet for a Snack on Tuesday, April 23 at 4:30pm
April 23rd at 4:30pm
Franklin
April 23rd at 6pm
Bowen
April 23rd at 6:30pm
Chase
Meet with others who love to crochet or learn a new skill.
Crochet Circle on Tuesday, April 23 at 6:30pm
April 24th at 10:30am
Chase
Intermediate skills for Windows PC’s and basic Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint will be covered.
Introduction to Computers on Wednesday, April 24 at 10:30am
April 24th at 10:30am
Main Library
April 24th at 10:30am
Main Library
Storytime is from 10:30-11:00 a.m. Play and snack time is from 11:00 a.m.-Noon Enter through small door near Cass circular drive that opens at 10:00 a.m.
Toddler Story Time on Wednesday, April 24 at 10:30am
April 24th at 12:30pm
Douglass
Meet with a recruiter to learn more about the hiring requirements and process.
Become a Wayne County Sheriff’s Deputy on Wednesday, April 24 at 12:30pm
April 24th at 1pm
Douglass
Book Club meets on the 4th Wednesday. Call or attend to receive a digital copy of the books. Light refreshments provided. Registration required.
Adult Book Club on Wednesday, April 24 at 1:00pm
April 24th at 3pm
Main Library
Requests for one hour recording sessions are limited to two per day, and confirmed by email. A Detroit Public Library or HYPE card is required. Teens attending must be between the ages of 13-18.
Studio Sessions on Wednesday, April 24 at 3:00pm
April 24th at 3pm
Main Library
April 24th at 3:30pm
Main Library
April 24th at 4pm
Sherwood Forest
FREE art classes for kids taught by real artists. Space is limited to 20 participants. Registration required!
ProjectArt on Wednesday, April 24 at 4:00pm
April 24th at 4pm
Douglass
April 24th at 4pm
Knapp
Sign up today for Project Art! Learn from a local artist how to tap into your creativity.
Project Art on Wednesday, April 24 at 4:00pm
April 24th at 4pm
Campbell
FREE Art classes for kids of all ages.
ProjectArt on Wednesday, April 24 at 4:00pmThe DPL Galleria is a community-driven art gallery located within our Popular Library department at Main Library. The main objective of the gallery space is to showcase local artistic talent, whether well-known or virtually unknown. We want to highlight the creative, diverse and talented artists that Detroit has to offer. The best part is that all of our exhibitions are free and open to the public!
View Current ExhibitsNational Library Week (April 7th - 13th) is an exciting opportunity for library supporters and libraries of all types to raise awareness of their value and impact in their communities. Libraries provide a public space where all community members, regardless of age, culture or income level, can come together to connect and learn.
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