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Jul
8
Summer Lunches

12:00 pm - 6:00 pmWednesday, July 8

Children's Library at Main

Join us for daily lunches for kids, teens, and families.

Children/Family Teens/Young Adults Summer Reading Food/Cooking
Jul
8
Family Puzzle Club

3:00 pm - 5:00 pmWednesday, July 8

Children's Library at Main

A great way to limit screen time!

Children/Family
Jul
8
Junkyard Treasures

4:00 pm - 5:00 pmWednesday, July 8

HYPE Teen Center at Main

Create something eco-friendly and unique…

Children/Family Teens/Young Adults Crafts & Hobbies Makerspace/DIY
Jul
8
Trivia Night: America250

5:00 pm - 7:00 pmWednesday, July 8

Main Library

How much do you know about American History? Join us for an exciting night of trivia where we will test your wits on all things American!

Jul
8
IT Tech Training - CCST IT Support Certification Preparation

6:00 pm - 7:30 pmWednesday, July 8

Main Library

Work with other learners on courses that will prepare you for the CCST IT Support certification exam.

Adults Computer Classes Employment Preparation & Support
Jul
8
Finding Your Writer's Voice Workshop

6:00 pm - 7:30 pmWednesday, July 8

Main Library

In this workshop, attendees will explore their stories through guided journaling, voice-reflection exercises, and open dialogue.

Jul
8
SciStarter: Become A Citizen Scientist

6:00 pm - 7:00 pmWednesday, July 8

Children's Library at Main

Join us in person to learn about cool citizen science projects and start making a real impact!

Children/Family Teens/Young Adults Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) Summer Reading
Jul
8
DeAnn Wiley - How to Create A Children's Book Seminar

6:00 pm - 7:30 pmWednesday, July 8

Main Library

Join Detroit illustrator and author DeAnn Wiley for a hands-on children's book workshop.

Jul
8
Luminous Harmony: Exhibit Opening Reception

6:00 pm - 8:00 pmWednesday, July 8

Main Library

A multimedia exhibition of paintings by Timothy Orikri inspired by the spirit of Detroit.

Jul
8
Second Wednesday Book Club

6:30 pm - 7:30 pmWednesday, July 8

Main Library

Join us from 6:30-7:30 pm on the second Wednesday of each month for lively, thoughtful conversation about books from a variety of genres.

Adults Book Clubs
Jul
9
Story Time!

11:00 am - 11:30 amThursday, July 9

Children's Library at Main

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

Children/Family Storytime Crafts & Hobbies
Jul
9
Summer Lunches

12:00 pm - 6:00 pmThursday, July 9

Children's Library at Main

Join us for daily lunches for kids, teens, and families.

Children/Family Teens/Young Adults Summer Reading Food/Cooking
Jul
9
Write Something!

12:00 pm - 1:00 pmThursday, July 9

Online

Creative writing with prompts.

Adults Writing Virtual
Jul
9
Jurassic Drones Summer Camp

1:00 pm - 3:30 pmThursday, July 9

Children's Library at Main

Learn to pilot drones and practice your flying skills while learning about dinosaurs and going on scavenger hunts for fossils.

Children/Family Teens/Young Adults Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) Summer Reading
Jul
9
Virtual Cookbook Talk: Easy Protein Goals with Dietitian Rachael DeVaux

2:00 pm - 3:00 pmThursday, July 9

Online

New York Times Bestselling Author, Dietitian, Mom, and Founder of Rachael’s Good Eats

All Ages Food/Cooking Virtual
Jul
9
Board Game Club

3:00 pm - 5:00 pmThursday, July 9

Children's Library at Main

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

Children/Family
Jul
9
Job Interview Workshop

4:00 pm - 5:00 pmThursday, July 9

Main Library

Get interview tips and practice answering common interview questions.

Adults Employment Preparation & Support
Jul
10
Lego Build the Change: Saving Today's Dinosaurs

12:00 pm - 1:00 pmFriday, July 10

Children's Library at Main

Join us in person to explore with Lego how human creativity can solve real world problems through imagination and ingenuity.

Children/Family Summer Reading Special Interest
Jul
10
Summer Lunches

12:00 pm - 6:00 pmFriday, July 10

Children's Library at Main

Join us for daily lunches for kids, teens, and families.

Children/Family Teens/Young Adults Summer Reading Food/Cooking
Jul
10
Jurassic Drones Summer Camp

1:00 pm - 3:30 pmFriday, July 10

Children's Library at Main

Learn to pilot drones and practice your flying skills while learning about dinosaurs and going on scavenger hunts for fossils.

Children/Family Teens/Young Adults Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) Summer Reading