Events

Showing events between
10/17/2026
and
12/31/2026
Dec
2
Unlock Your Reader

4:30 pm - 5:30 pmWednesday, December 2

Elmwood Park Branch

Get ready to dive into great book and unlock your reading potential!

Children/Family Teens/Young Adults Tutoring
Dec
2
Basic Computer Skills

6:00 pm - 7:00 pmWednesday, December 2

Jefferson Branch

Improve your tech knowledge at the Jefferson branch of the Detroit Public Library!

Adults Computer Classes
Dec
2
Hustle with CK Wright!

6:00 pm - 7:00 pmWednesday, December 2

Parkman Branch

FREE HUSTLE CLASSES WITH CK WRIGHT

Dec
2
Dreidel, Dreidel, Dreidel:  A Hanukkah Celebration

6:00 pm - 7:15 pmWednesday, December 2

Children's Library at Main

Join us as we celebrate Hanukkah together!

Children/Family Storytime Holiday
Dec
3
DPL Letter Writing Project

10:00 am - 6:00 pmThursday, December 3

Parkman Branch

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

Dec
3
DPL Letter Writing Project

10:00 am - 6:00 pmThursday, December 3

Lincoln Branch

Unplug, slow down, and rediscover the joy of handwritten letters. Write a letter at a DPL branch, and we’ll deliver it! All ages welcome.

All Ages Crafts & Hobbies Writing
Dec
3
Thursday Story Time!

11:00 am - 11:30 amThursday, December 3

Children's Library at Main

Join our Children's Librarians for some stories, a few activities, and a craft!

Children/Family Storytime
Dec
3
Journaling Workshop

12:00 pm - 1:00 pmThursday, December 3

Online

Journal writing using self-reflective prompts.

Adults Writing Virtual
Dec
3
The Giving Tree: Share the Warmth

12:00 pm - 6:00 pmThursday, December 3

Children's Library at Main

Help us share the warmth this holiday season!

All Ages Fitness, Wellness & Health Community & Advocacy
Dec
3
Open Computer Tutorials

2:00 pm - 3:30 pmThursday, December 3

Edison Branch

Come join us for an informal session to learn and answer your technology questions and concerns.

All Ages Computer Classes Employment Preparation & Support
Dec
3
Scam Protection

2:00 pm - 3:00 pmThursday, December 3

Main Library

Learn about the most common types of scams out there, how to recognize them, and how to protect yourself and your loved ones.

Adults Computer Classes
Dec
3
Afterschool Meals

2:00 pm - 5:30 pmThursday, December 3

Children's Library at Main

Afterschool meals are available for children, teens, and disabled adults M-S. Meals are available while supplies last.

Children/Family Food/Cooking
Dec
3
Board Game Club

3:00 pm - 5:00 pmThursday, December 3

Children's Library at Main

Afternoon fun and games! A great way to limit screen time...

Children/Family
Dec
3
Perler Bead Design Fun

4:00 pm - 5:00 pmThursday, December 3

Wilder Branch

Join us and design your own perler bead keychain.

Dec
3
Introduction to the Spanish Language: Workshop for Families with Kids

4:30 pm - 5:30 pmThursday, December 3

Sherwood Forest Branch

This is an interactive weekly series for 5 - 9 year olds to learn Spanish with their caregivers.

Children/Family Special Interest
Dec
3
3D Model Workshop

4:30 pm - 5:30 pmThursday, December 3

Wilder Branch

Stimulate your creativity and learn how to engineer 3D models to your exact specifications using free online tools like Tinkercad

Dec
3
Hustle Night with Cheryl

6:00 pm - 7:00 pmThursday, December 3

Elmwood Park Branch

Learn the Hustle and other line dances - it's a great workout and a lot of fun!

Adults Fitness, Wellness & Health
Dec
3
Pokémon Club

6:00 pm - 7:00 pmThursday, December 3

Chandler Park Branch

Pokémon Club is a program that helps kids build foundational life skills by playing the Pokémon Trading Card Game and more!

Children/Family Fun and Games Pop Culture
Dec
3
Hustle with Ms. Cheryl

6:00 pm - 7:00 pmThursday, December 3

Elmwood Park Branch

Hustle and Line Dance, no experience necessary!

Teens/Young Adults Adults Fitness, Wellness & Health Pop Culture
Dec
4
The Giving Tree: Share the Warmth

12:00 pm - 6:00 pmFriday, December 4

Children's Library at Main

Help us share the warmth this holiday season!

All Ages Fitness, Wellness & Health Community & Advocacy