10:00 am - 6:00 pmThursday, December 10
Parkman Branch
Unplug, write, and connect with the Detroit Public Library Letter Writing Project!
Events
Showing events between
10/17/2026
and
12/31/2026
Dec
10
DPL Letter Writing Project
Dec
10
DPL Letter Writing Project
10:00 am - 6:00 pmThursday, December 10
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
10
Introduction to Microsoft Word
10:30 am - 11:30 amThursday, December 10
Parkman Branch
A simple introduction for Microsoft Word, aimed at helping those just starting out.
Dec
10
Thursday Story Time!
11:00 am - 11:30 amThursday, December 10
Children's Library at Main
Join our Children's Librarians for some stories, a few activities, and a craft!
Children/Family
Storytime
Dec
10
Write Something!
12:00 pm - 1:00 pmThursday, December 10
Online
Creative writing with prompts.
Adults
Writing
Virtual
Dec
10
The Giving Tree: Share the Warmth
12:00 pm - 6:00 pmThursday, December 10
Children's Library at Main
Help us share the warmth this holiday season!
All Ages
Fitness, Wellness & Health
Community & Advocacy
Dec
10
Deep Dive Book Club: Origins of the Urban Crisis
2:00 pm - 3:00 pmThursday, December 10
Parkman Branch
Help us digest Thomas J. Sugrue’s The Origins of the Urban Crisis in a 5-part book club ahead of his visit in March.
Dec
10
Afterschool Meals
2:00 pm - 5:30 pmThursday, December 10
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
10
Board Game Club
3:00 pm - 5:00 pmThursday, December 10
Children's Library at Main
Afternoon fun and games! A great way to limit screen time...
Children/Family
Dec
10
Parental Controls
3:00 pm - 4:00 pmThursday, December 10
Main Library
Learn about the different parental controls you can use to help monitor and protect your child on various devices and platforms.
Adults
Computer Classes
Dec
10
Perler Bead Design Fun
4:00 pm - 5:00 pmThursday, December 10
Wilder Branch
Join us and design your own perler bead keychain.
Dec
10
Job Interview Workshop
4:00 pm - 5:00 pmThursday, December 10
Main Library
Get interview tips and practice answering common interview questions.
Adults
Employment Preparation & Support
Dec
10
Introduction to the Spanish Language: Workshop for Families with Kids
4:30 pm - 5:30 pmThursday, December 10
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
10
3D Model Workshop
4:30 pm - 5:30 pmThursday, December 10
Wilder Branch
Stimulate your creativity and learn how to engineer 3D models to your exact specifications using free online tools like Tinkercad
Dec
10
Beginning Sewing with Miss Chase
5:30 pm - 7:30 pmThursday, December 10
Chase Branch
Learn sewing machine basics.
Adults
Crafts & Hobbies
Dec
10
Teen Painting
6:00 pm - 7:00 pmThursday, December 10
Chandler Park Branch
Grab your brushes and join us for a fun, colorful Teen Painting session in person!
Teens/Young Adults
Crafts & Hobbies
Dec
10
Alternative Health & Wellness Workshop
6:30 pm - 7:30 pmThursday, December 10
Elmwood Park Branch
3-part series on holistic health strategies
Adults
Fitness, Wellness & Health
Life Skills
Dec
11
The Giving Tree: Share the Warmth
12:00 pm - 6:00 pmFriday, December 11
Children's Library at Main
Help us share the warmth this holiday season!
All Ages
Fitness, Wellness & Health
Community & Advocacy
Dec
11
Basic Computer Skills
2:00 pm - 3:00 pmFriday, December 11
Main Library
Learn basic computer skills on either Friday or Saturday each week.
Adults
Computer Classes
Dec
11
Afterschool Meals
2:00 pm - 5:30 pmFriday, December 11
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