Events

Showing events between
10/17/2026
and
12/31/2026
Dec
22
How To Use Libby and Hoopla

6:00 pm - 7:00 pmTuesday, December 22

Main Library

Learn how to use Libby and Hoopla to borrow eBooks, audiobooks, movies, music, and more with your library card.

Dec
23
Wednesday Morning Storytime

10:30 am - 11:30 amWednesday, December 23

Duffield Branch

Wednesday Morning Storytime

Children/Family All Ages Storytime School Readiness
Dec
23
DPL Letter Writing Project

12:00 pm - 8:00 pmWednesday, December 23

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
23
The Giving Tree: Share the Warmth

12:00 pm - 6:00 pmWednesday, December 23

Children's Library at Main

Help us share the warmth this holiday season!

All Ages Fitness, Wellness & Health Community & Advocacy
Dec
23
DPL Letter Writing Project

12:00 pm - 8:00 pmWednesday, December 23

Parkman Branch

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

Dec
23
Dig into Ancient History - Homeschool weekly program - Wednesdays 1 pm

1:00 pm - 2:00 pmWednesday, December 23

Children's Library at Main

Explore the past through the sciences of Paleontology, Archaeology, and Geology. Videos, discussions, and hands on activities will be used.

Children/Family Animals & Nature
Dec
23
Afterschool Meals

2:00 pm - 5:30 pmWednesday, December 23

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
23
Crafternoon

4:00 pm - 5:00 pmWednesday, December 23

Conely Branch

Get crafty with us every 4th Wednesday of the month. Fun for the whole family!

Children/Family Crafts & Hobbies
Dec
23
Trivia Wednesday: Knowledge Knockout

4:00 pm - 4:30 pmWednesday, December 23

Children's Library at Main

Join us for weekly trivia at the library!

Children/Family Fun and Games
Dec
23
Unlock Your Reader

4:30 pm - 5:30 pmWednesday, December 23

Elmwood Park Branch

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

Children/Family Teens/Young Adults Tutoring
Dec
23
Basic Computer Skills

6:00 pm - 7:00 pmWednesday, December 23

Jefferson Branch

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

Adults Computer Classes
Dec
24
DPL Letter Writing Project

10:00 am - 6:00 pmThursday, December 24

Parkman Branch

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

Dec
24
DPL Letter Writing Project

10:00 am - 6:00 pmThursday, December 24

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
24
The Giving Tree: Share the Warmth

12:00 pm - 6:00 pmThursday, December 24

Children's Library at Main

Help us share the warmth this holiday season!

All Ages Fitness, Wellness & Health Community & Advocacy
Dec
24
Afterschool Meals

2:00 pm - 5:30 pmThursday, December 24

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
24
Board Game Club

3:00 pm - 5:00 pmThursday, December 24

Children's Library at Main

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

Children/Family
Dec
25
The Giving Tree: Share the Warmth

12:00 pm - 6:00 pmFriday, December 25

Children's Library at Main

Help us share the warmth this holiday season!

All Ages Fitness, Wellness & Health Community & Advocacy
Dec
25
Afterschool Meals

2:00 pm - 5:30 pmFriday, December 25

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
26
DPL Letter Writing Project

10:00 am - 6:00 pmSaturday, December 26

Parkman Branch

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

Dec
26
DPL Letter Writing Project

10:00 am - 6:00 pmSaturday, December 26

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