Events

Showing events between
10/17/2026
and
12/31/2026
Dec
12
DPL Letter Writing Project

10:00 am - 6:00 pmSaturday, December 12

Parkman Branch

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

Dec
12
DPL Letter Writing Project

10:00 am - 6:00 pmSaturday, December 12

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
12
Story Time

11:00 am - 12:00 pmSaturday, December 12

Wilder Branch

Join us for a story time and craft every Saturday!

Children/Family Storytime Crafts & Hobbies
Dec
12
Adult Book Discussion

11:00 am - 12:00 pmSaturday, December 12

Bowen Branch

Please join us to discuss The Correspondent by Virginia Evans

Adults Book Clubs Special Interest
Dec
12
Toddler Storytime

11:00 am - 11:30 amSaturday, December 12

Lincoln Branch

Storytime for kids ages 2-5 and their caregiver.

Dec
12
Crochet Circle: The Granny Square

12:00 pm - 2:00 pmSaturday, December 12

Edison Branch

If you've always wanted to learn to crochet, the granny square is the perfect place to start.

Adults Crafts & Hobbies
Dec
12
STEAM Saturdays

12:00 pm - 1:00 pmSaturday, December 12

Chandler Park Branch

Join us on STEAM Saturdays where we explore cool science, technology, engineering, art, and math activities together!

Children/Family Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) Art & Literature
Dec
12
The Giving Tree: Share the Warmth

12:00 pm - 6:00 pmSaturday, December 12

Children's Library at Main

Help us share the warmth this holiday season!

All Ages Fitness, Wellness & Health Community & Advocacy
Dec
12
Kids Creative Writing Workshop

12:30 pm - 1:30 pmSaturday, December 12

Sherwood Forest Branch

Come & play with stories and express yourself on the page. Wee-Write serves young writers, ages 5-8.

Children/Family Fun and Games Writing
Dec
12
Basic Computer Skills

1:00 pm - 2:00 pmSaturday, December 12

Main Library

Learn basic computer skills on either Friday or Saturday each week.

Adults Computer Classes
Dec
12
Math Tutor

2:00 pm - 4:00 pmSaturday, December 12

Redford Branch

Math tutoring including arithmetic; pre-algebra; algebra; geometry; trigonometry; pre-calculus Be sure to bring your homework, books, etc.

Dec
12
Microsoft PowerPoint - Beginner

2:00 pm - 3:30 pmSaturday, December 12

Lincoln Branch

Discover the basics of Microsoft PowerPoint to create your own powerful presentations.

Adults Computer Classes
Dec
12
Brickbuilders Club

2:00 pm - 3:00 pmSaturday, December 12

Conely Branch

Challenge yourself to create new builds!

All Ages Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM)
Dec
12
Project Art

2:00 pm - 3:00 pmSaturday, December 12

Lincoln Branch

Inspiring minds and transforming spaces: projectart creates educational and cultural magic in public libraries nationwide.

Children/Family Teens/Young Adults Crafts & Hobbies ProjectArt
Dec
12
It's Your Funeral, Let's Plan It

2:00 pm - 4:00 pmSaturday, December 12

Redford Branch

Join us for insights from our expert panel to guide you through the pre-planning process.

Dec
12
Design Lab: Christmas

2:00 pm - 3:30 pmSaturday, December 12

HYPE Teen Center at Main

Join us for a creative, hands-on workshop where you can design your own custom gear: Personalize tote bags, shirts, and more. Ages 13-18.

Teens/Young Adults Special Interest Makerspace/DIY
Dec
12
Afterschool Meals

2:00 pm - 5:30 pmSaturday, December 12

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
12
Adult Craft: Book Page Wreaths

2:30 pm - 3:30 pmSaturday, December 12

Chandler Park Branch

Join us at the Chandler Park Branch for an adult jewelry-making class!

Adults Crafts & Hobbies Makerspace/DIY
Dec
12
Second Saturday Storytimes

3:00 pm - 4:00 pmSaturday, December 12

Franklin Branch

Join us for great stories and songs and a fun craft on the Second Saturday.

Dec
12
Switch Saturdays

3:00 pm - 5:00 pmSaturday, December 12

Parkman Branch

Come to Parkman Library to play fun Switch games like Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros. We'll have everything set up for open gaming!