Events

May
18
Chase Seed Station

10:00 am - 6:00 pmMonday, May 18

Chase Branch

The Chase Seed Library is now open thorough the end of July: It is available during regular business hours.

All Ages Gardening Food/Cooking
May
18
Seed Station

10:00 am - 6:00 pmMonday, May 18

Children's Library at Main

Come to the Main Childrens Library and pick up some seeds, while supplies last. Please limit to 10 seed packs per family.

Children/Family
May
18
Baby & Toddler Time

11:00 am - 12:00 pmMonday, May 18

Sherwood Forest Branch

Help Build Your Little One's Brain with Rhymes, Songs, Movement, Books, & Free Play

Children/Family Storytime Fun and Games
May
18
Chair Yoga

11:00 am - 12:00 pmMonday, May 18

Douglass Branch Library For Specialized Services

A gentle and easy practice. Come as you are.

Adults Fitness, Wellness & Health Special Interest
May
18
Mobile Library at Algonquin Park

12:00 pm - 1:00 pmMonday, May 18

Visit Detroit Public Library's own 'Library on Wheels'!

All Ages Community & Advocacy Mobile Library
May
18
Seed Library @ Parkman Branch!

12:00 pm - 7:30 pmMonday, May 18

Parkman Branch

Pick up free flower and vegetable seeds at the Parkman Branch and start your garden today!

May
18
Reading Dragons

12:30 pm - 7:30 pmMonday, May 18

Jefferson Branch

Earn collectible playing cards for the reading you are already doing! Collect them or battle each other and staff at Jefferson.

May
18
Knitting Circle

1:00 pm - 3:00 pmMonday, May 18

Redford Branch

Join us for a cozy gathering where we can knit, chat, and share tips and tricks with fellow yarn enthusiasts!

All Ages Crafts & Hobbies
May
18
Tai Chi Series with Vernice

1:00 pm - 2:00 pmMonday, May 18

Edison Branch

Join our Tai Chi and Qigong classes, featuring easy-to-learn practices designed to benefit all fitness levels. Move, breath, and feel better

Teens/Young Adults Adults Fitness, Wellness & Health
May
18
Soar with a Pterosaur!

1:00 pm - 2:00 pmMonday, May 18

Children's Library at Main

Have fun learning about this flying reptile that lived during the Age of the Dinosaurs, there will be videos, and coloring sheets.

Children/Family Animals & Nature
May
18
Storytime with a Shelter Dog

2:00 pm - 3:00 pmMonday, May 18

Edison Branch

Join dogs from the FDACC for a story and a craft to celebrate Pet Month!

Children/Family Storytime Animals & Nature
May
18
Mobile Devices for Seniors

2:30 pm - 2:30 pmMonday, May 18

Parkman Branch

Learn to operate your mobile device for a better day to day operation.

Adults Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM)
May
18
Afterschool Meals

2:30 pm - 5:30 pmMonday, May 18

Children's Library at Main

Children and teens 18 & under can come to the Children’s Library afterschool to receive a free meal! *Perishable food must be eaten onsite.

Children/Family
May
18
Work Ready: Job Applications

4:00 pm - 5:00 pmMonday, May 18

HYPE Teen Center at Main

Join us in a hands-on workshop where teens will learn how to fill out job applications. apply for jobs with confidence. Ages 13-18.

Teens/Young Adults Employment Preparation & Support Life Skills
May
18
Busy Bodies Lego Club!

4:00 pm - 5:00 pmMonday, May 18

Children's Library at Main

Join us each week to build cool things with LEGOs, make new friends and make Mondays fun!

Children/Family Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM)
May
18
Computer Class: Internet Basics for Everyone

4:30 pm - 5:30 pmMonday, May 18

Franklin Branch

Join us to learn how you can get more out of the internet!

Teens/Young Adults Adults Computer Classes Tutoring
May
18
ProjectArt Detroit Lincoln (Ages 4-12)

4:30 pm - 5:30 pmMonday, May 18

Lincoln Branch

Local, professional artists teach classes aligned with the National Arts Education Association standards and are informed by the teaching artist's personal artistic practice. Registration is required, enrollment is ongoing throughout the year.

Children/Family ProjectArt Crafts & Hobbies
May
18
After School Meal

5:30 pm - 6:30 pmMonday, May 18

Lincoln Branch

Join Forgotten Harvest for an after school meal. Must be under 18.

Children/Family Teens/Young Adults Food/Cooking
May
19
Seed Library @ Parkman Branch!

10:00 am - 5:30 pmTuesday, May 19

Parkman Branch

Pick up free flower and vegetable seeds at the Parkman Branch and start your garden today!

May
19
Redford Story Time

10:30 am - 11:30 amTuesday, May 19

Redford Branch

Join us at Redford for weekly themed story times!

Children/Family Storytime Art & Literature