Events

Showing events between
10/17/2026
and
12/31/2026
Dec
19
Lincoln Branch Book Club will discuss Washington Black by ESI EDUGYAN

12:00 pm - 1:30 pmSaturday, December 19

Lincoln Branch

You are invited to join us in reading a truly adventurous book. We dare you you to participate in the discussion. It will be INTENSE!

Teens/Young Adults Adults Book Clubs Special Interest
Dec
19
The Giving Tree: Share the Warmth

12:00 pm - 6:00 pmSaturday, December 19

Children's Library at Main

Help us share the warmth this holiday season!

All Ages Fitness, Wellness & Health Community & Advocacy
Dec
19
Kids Creative Writing Workshop

12:30 pm - 1:30 pmSaturday, December 19

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
19
Basic Computer Skills

1:00 pm - 2:00 pmSaturday, December 19

Main Library

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

Adults Computer Classes
Dec
19
Santa!

1:30 pm - 3:00 pmSaturday, December 19

Lincoln Branch

Santa will be visiting the Lincoln Branch! An event for the whole family.

Children/Family Storytime Holiday
Dec
19
Math Tutor

2:00 pm - 4:00 pmSaturday, December 19

Redford Branch

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

Dec
19
Saturday Family Movie Matinee

2:00 pm - 4:00 pmSaturday, December 19

Hubbard Branch

Join us as we watch Universal Pictures' The Grinch!

Holiday Movies
Dec
19
Crafts with Ms. Kristy

2:00 pm - 3:00 pmSaturday, December 19

Children's Library at Main

Join us at the Main I Detroit Public Library to make some children's crafts. Materials provided. Ages 8-12 welcome.

Children/Family Crafts & Hobbies
Dec
19
Wrapper’s Delight: Gift Wrapping Party!

2:00 pm - 4:00 pmSaturday, December 19

Parkman Branch

Join us for a fun-filled afternoon where you can wrap your holiday gifts.

Dec
19
Jewelry Workshop Series

2:00 pm - 4:00 pmSaturday, December 19

Main Library

Join us for a series of introductory classes for jewelry making.

Dec
19
Afterschool Meals

2:00 pm - 5:30 pmSaturday, December 19

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
19
Saturday at the Movies

3:00 pm - 4:30 pmSaturday, December 19

Children's Library at Main

Come join us for a fun-filled afternoon at Main | Detroit Public Library where we'll be screening some children's movies. All ages welcome.

Children/Family Movies
Dec
19
Switch Saturdays

3:00 pm - 5:00 pmSaturday, December 19

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!

Dec
20
The Giving Tree: Share the Warmth

12:00 pm - 6:00 pmSunday, December 20

Children's Library at Main

Help us share the warmth this holiday season!

All Ages Fitness, Wellness & Health Community & Advocacy
Dec
20
Sunday Fun-Day

1:00 pm - 5:00 pmSunday, December 20

HYPE Teen Center at Main

Join us in the HYPE Teen center for video games, coloring pages, board games, Legos, and more. Ages 13-18.

Teens/Young Adults
Dec
20
Let's Dance! Detroit "Ballroom" Dance Class for Kids and Parents

1:30 pm - 3:00 pmSunday, December 20

Children's Library at Main

Calling all moms and dads! Help share the proud legacy of Detroit “Ballroom” with your children.

Children/Family Teens/Young Adults Music & Performing Arts Cultural Celebrations
Dec
20
Afterschool Meals

2:00 pm - 5:30 pmSunday, December 20

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
21
Books for Babies

11:00 am - 12:00 pmMonday, December 21

Children's Library at Main

Reading and singing to babies helps develop their brain, prepares them for future academic success, and strenghthens the parent-child bond.

Children/Family Storytime Community & Advocacy
Dec
21
Baby and Toddler Time

11:00 am - 12:00 pmMonday, December 21

Sherwood Forest Branch

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

Children/Family Storytime School Readiness
Dec
21
DPL Letter Writing Project

12:00 pm - 8:00 pmMonday, December 21

Parkman Branch

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