Events

Showing events between
10/17/2026
and
12/31/2026
Oct
27
Android Smart Phone Class

3:00 pm - 4:00 pmTuesday, October 27

Main Library

This 4-week series will cover both the basic functions and advanced features of your Android Smart Phone.

Adults Computer Classes
Oct
27
Family Story Time

4:00 pm - 4:30 pmTuesday, October 27

Children's Library at Main

Come join us for Family Story Time, where we read fun books, sing songs, and have a great time together!

Children/Family Storytime
Oct
27
Teen Tuesdays

4:00 pm - 4:30 pmTuesday, October 27

Parkman Branch

Grab a snack and hang out with other teens!

Oct
27
Build Your Own Robot Competition: Halloween Fun

4:00 pm - 6:00 pmTuesday, October 27

Sherwood Forest Branch

Design a social robot with your cell phone or tablet and art supplies from the library.

Children/Family All Ages Holiday Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM)
Oct
27
Game On! Board Games for Kids!

4:00 pm - 6:00 pmTuesday, October 27

Chaney Branch

For ages 3 years and up

Oct
27
AI 101

4:30 pm - 5:30 pmTuesday, October 27

Wilder Branch

Join us and learn how generative A.I. works and as we demonstrate what one of these programs can do.

Oct
27
Kids' Craft Night: Painted Skulls

5:00 pm - 6:00 pmTuesday, October 27

Bowen Branch

Decorate your own Day of the Dead style ceramic skull at the Bowen Library!

Oct
27
Estate Planning 102: The Details

5:30 pm - 6:30 pmTuesday, October 27

Main Library

This event is part TWO of a two-part series on estate planning presented by Ameena Sheikh, Esq., of LADIES IN LAW®.

Adults Business and Finance Special Interest
Oct
27
The Last Tuesday Book Club

6:00 pm - 7:30 pmTuesday, October 27

Chase Branch

Join us every last Tuesday of the month to discuss a great read over snacks and drinks!

Adults Book Clubs
Oct
27
DPL After Dark - Curtis Mayfield

6:00 pm - 7:30 pmTuesday, October 27

Duffield Branch

This lecture will look at the extraordinary musical legacy of soul artist Curtis Mayfield.

Adults Music & Performing Arts Special Interest
Oct
27
Introduction to Oracle Cards and Crystals

6:00 pm - 7:30 pmTuesday, October 27

Elmwood Park Branch

This is a free course for adults who want to learn the basics of Tarot and crystals.

Oct
27
Hallow Hustle Line Dance

6:00 pm - 7:30 pmTuesday, October 27

Main Library

Get ready to move, groove, and celebrate the harvest season at the Detroit Public Library.

Oct
27
Teen Tuesday

6:00 pm - 7:00 pmTuesday, October 27

Conely Branch

Geek out at the Library with fellow friends from ages 12 to 18 the last Tuesday of the month. Refreshments are provided!

Teens/Young Adults Fun and Games
Oct
27
Draft Day: Build Your Winning Yahoo Fantasy Team

6:00 pm - 7:30 pmTuesday, October 27

Conely Branch

Get ready to crush your fantasy league by building the ultimate Yahoo team with fellow fans in person!

Oct
27
Tim Disney In Conversation: "The A.R.C."

6:00 pm - 7:30 pmTuesday, October 27

Main Library

Author and filmmaker Tim Disney discusses his wild graphic novel, "The A.R.C."

Adults Author Events Pop Culture
Oct
27
How to Reduce Taxes in Retirement

6:00 pm - 7:00 pmTuesday, October 27

Main Library

This educational event will cover the basics of Tax Efficient Retirement planning and reveal strategies for maximizing your benefits.

Adults Business and Finance
Oct
27
Trick Or Treat scavenger hunt

7:00 pm - 10:00 pmTuesday, October 27

Elmwood Park Branch

Get ready to hunt down spooky surprises and score some sweet treats in this fun-filled scavenger adventure!

Oct
28
Wednesday Morning Storytime

10:30 am - 11:30 amWednesday, October 28

Duffield Branch

Wednesday Morning Storytime

Children/Family All Ages Storytime School Readiness
Oct
28
DPL Letter Writing Project

12:00 pm - 8:00 pmWednesday, October 28

Parkman Branch

Unplug, write, and connect with the Detroit Public Library Letter Writing Project!

Oct
28
Seed Saving @ Parkman Branch

12:00 pm - 8:00 pmWednesday, October 28

Parkman Branch

Visit our hands-on station to learn how to harvest and preserve seeds from your favorite flowers and vegetables.