Right Now
Campbell
Tomorrow at 10:30am
Main Library
Tomorrow at 10:30am
Main Library
Tomorrow 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, October 17 at 10:30am
Tomorrow at 10:30am
Chandler Park
Tomorrow at 10:30am
Conely
Learn to use the World Wide Web, the essential terminology, and how to conduct Internet searches.
Introduction to Internet on Wednesday, October 17 at 10:30am
Tomorrow at 10:30am
Chaney
Join us for stories, fingerplay and songs. March 21, is an Easter themed storyhour. Walk-ins welcomed!!!
Preschool / Easter Preschool Storyhour on Wednesday, October 17 at 10:30am
Tomorrow at 12pm
Douglass
Six week course featuring: Healthy cooking on a budget, Smart shopping ideas, Culinary secrets, Free cookbook & Free groceries. Registration is Required. Commitment to all classes is mandatory.
Cooking Matters on Wednesday, October 17 at 12:00pm
Tomorrow at 12:30pm
Wilder
Tomorrow at 1pm
Main Library
Learn how to operate your tablet. Must bring you own tablet or other electronic devices.
Introduction to Tablets on Wednesday, October 17 at 1:00pm
Tomorrow at 1pm
Jefferson
Tomorrow at 2:30pm
Main Library
Out with the new and in with the old! Kicking it old school with the NES and SNES.
Retro Games Days on Wednesday, October 17 at 2:30pm
Tomorrow at 3pm
Main Library
Tomorrow at 3pm
Main Library
Learn how to create spreadsheets.
Introduction to Microsoft Excel on Wednesday, October 17 at 3:00pm
Tomorrow 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, October 17 at 3:00pm
Tomorrow at 4pm
Douglass
Learn how to enter and edit cells, format a worksheet, save and print a workbook. Participants should have a general knowledge of the keyboard and mouse.
Introduction to Microsoft Excel on Wednesday, October 17 at 4:00pm
Tomorrow at 4pm
Douglass
Tomorrow at 4pm
Campbell
FREE Art classes for kids of all ages.
ProjectArt on Wednesday, October 17 at 4:00pm
Tomorrow at 5pm
Wilder
Tomorrow at 5:30pm
Hubbard
Learn how to make a presentation with slides, design templates, apply animation transitions, and more!
Introduction to PowerPoint on Wednesday, October 17 at 5:30pm
Tomorrow at 6pm
Wilder
Learn about the risks to health and well-being that come with feeling isolated and lonely; what factors put an individual at risk for isolation; how to engage individuals and available resources.
The Importance of Connection on Wednesday, October 17 at 6:00pm
Tomorrow at 6pm
Edison
Pick your favorite song and sing the night away.
Karaoke Night on Wednesday, October 17 at 6:00pm
Tomorrow at 6pm
Main Library
Class will cover the most popular products in Google. Students must have a working Google account
Everything Google on Wednesday, October 17 at 6:00pm
Tomorrow at 6pm
Edison
Tomorrow at 6:30pm
Main Library
Please join this class to learn about the benefits of Tai Chi! At the end of the class, you will experience improved concentration, increased self-confidence, improved heath & coordination.
Motor City Tai Chi on Wednesday, October 17 at 6:30pm
Tomorrow at 6:30pm
Redford
October 18th at 12am
Main Library
NaNoWriMo is the month of November. Meet other writers, get resources and sign-up at these prep sessions.
National Novel Writing Month Prep on Thursday, October 18 at 12:00am
October 18th at 12am
Campbell
October 18th at 12am
Campbell
October 18th at 10am
Jefferson
October 18th at 10:30am
Wilder
October 18th at 10:30am
Parkman
October 18th at 10:30am
Wilder
Toddlers welcome for story time and open play.
Once Upon a Time on Thursday, October 18 at 10:30am
October 18th at 12pm
Edison
Children and young adults will read a book of their choice to the librarian.
Read to the Librarian on Thursday, October 18 at 12:00pm
October 18th at 12pm
Douglass
October 18th at 12pm
Douglass
Six week course featuring: Healthy cooking on a budget, Smart shopping ideas, Culinary secrets, Free cookbook & Free groceries. Registration is Required. Commitment to all classes is mandatory.
Cooking Matters on Thursday, October 18 at 12:00pm
October 18th at 12pm
Douglass
October 18th at 12:30pm
Chase
General beginning skills for Windows PC’s and Microsoft Word will be covered
Introduction to Computers on Thursday, October 18 at 12:30pm
October 18th at 1pm
Main Library
This free, docent-led tour highlights the history, art and architecture of Detroit's acclaimed Main Library.
The Library Tour on Thursday, October 18 at 1:00pm
October 18th at 2pm
Campbell
October 18th at 2:30pm
Knapp
October 18th at 3pm
Main Library
October 18th at 3pm
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 Thursday, October 18 at 3:00pm
October 18th at 3pm
Douglass
Take a break from the heat and enjoy a movie in the Douglass Club room!
Movie Matinee on Thursday, October 18 at 3:00pm
October 18th at 4pm
Wilder
October 18th at 4pm
Edison
Children will explore various artistic techniques.
ProjectArt: Tween Edition on Thursday, October 18 at 4:00pm
October 18th at 4pm
Chaney
Relax, refresh, renew through yoga with Ms. Cora. Please bring your own mat.
Yoga with Ms. Cora on Thursday, October 18 at 4:00pm
October 18th at 4pm
Parkman
October 18th at 4pm
Chandler Park
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 Thursday, October 18 at 4:00pm
October 18th at 4pm
Parkman
October 18th 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 Thursday, October 18 at 4:00pm
October 18th at 4pm
Redford
October 18th at 4:15pm
Chandler Park
October 18th at 4:30pm
Edison
October 18th at 4:30pm
Wilder
Read or complete a fun sheet, get a snack. Different activities each week.
Fun Sheet for a Snack on Thursday, October 18 at 4:30pm
October 18th at 5pm
Elmwood Park
Join us for a movie!
Movie Matinee on Thursday, October 18 at 5:00pm
October 18th at 6pm
Chaney
October 18th at 6:30pm
Chase
Meet with others who love to crochet or learn a new skill.
Crochet Circle on Thursday, October 18 at 6:30pm
October 19th at 10:30am
Main Library
October 19th at 10:30am
Main Library
October 19th at 10:30am
Douglass
October 19th at 11am
Douglass
October 19th at 11:30am
Main Library
Learn how to use Microsoft Word.
Introduction to Microsoft Word on Friday, October 19 at 11:30am
October 19th at 12pm
Douglass
Six week course featuring: Healthy cooking on a budget, Smart shopping ideas, Culinary secrets, Free cookbook & Free groceries. Registration is Required. Commitment to all classes is mandatory.
Cooking Matters on Friday, October 19 at 12:00pm
October 19th at 2pm
Hubbard
Mr. Ronald Williams will teach interested children and adults how to play chess or improve their game of chess.
Introduction to Chess on Friday, October 19 at 2:00pm
October 19th at 2pm
Main Library
October 19th at 3pm
Main Library
October 19th at 3pm
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 Friday, October 19 at 3:00pm
October 19th at 3:30pm
Main Library
October 20th at 10am
Redford
For Middle school students with a serious interest in art and strong family support. This workshop continues for the entire school year, helps students prepare their personal art portfolio.
College for Creative Studies Art Class on Saturday, October 20 at 10:00am
October 20th at 10am
Bowen
October 20th at 10am
Main Library
Program requires completion of a 1 day (7 hours) training workshop. Tutors must commit two hours per week to one-to-one tutor/learner sessions held at DPL locations. Breakfast and lunch provided.
Detroit Reads! Tutor Training Workshop on Saturday, October 20 at 10:00am
October 20th at 10:30am
Bowen
October 20th 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 13-1
Studio Sessions on Saturday, October 20 at 10:30am
October 20th at 10:30am
Main Library
On October 7, 1:00 – 5:00 p.m., Sunday service will resume at Main Library and the Redford and Wilder branches. All regular services are available as well as programming for all ages.
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