Events

Nov
7
Seed Saving @ Parkman Branch

10:00 am - 6:00 pmSaturday, November 7

Parkman Branch

Visit our hands-on station to learn how to harvest and preserve seeds from your favorite flowers and vegetables.

Nov
7
DPL Letter Writing Project

10:00 am - 6:00 pmSaturday, November 7

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
Nov
7
DPL Letter Writing Project

10:00 am - 6:00 pmSaturday, November 7

Parkman Branch

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

Nov
7
Get Hooked on Crochet at Lincoln Branch

10:30 am - 12:00 pmSaturday, November 7

Lincoln Branch Library

Join us at Lincoln Branch on First Saturdays to get the Hook Up! This class is for beginners as well as experienced crocheters.

Teens/Young Adults Adults Crafts & Hobbies Special Interest
Nov
7
Story Time

11:00 am - 12:00 pmSaturday, November 7

Wilder Branch

Join us for a story time and craft every Saturday!

Children/Family Storytime Crafts & Hobbies
Nov
7
Youth Empowerment Series

11:00 am - 1:30 pmSaturday, November 7

Edison Branch

Join us for free character building classes for 3rd-6th graders. Registration Required!

Children/Family Crafts & Hobbies Community & Advocacy
Nov
7
Adult Arts & Crafts

11:00 am - 12:00 pmSaturday, November 7

Elmwood Park Branch

Ready to get crafty? Arts & crafty, that is.

Adults Crafts & Hobbies
Nov
7
Your Vegan Holiday Guide: Part One of Two

12:00 pm - 1:30 pmSaturday, November 7

Chase Branch

All of the Flavor, None of the Feathers: Your Vegan Holiday Eating Guide. A less stressful approach to your first vegan holiday.

Fitness, Wellness & Health Food/Cooking
Nov
7
Crochet Circle: The Granny Square

12:00 pm - 2:00 pmSaturday, November 7

Edison Branch

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

Adults Crafts & Hobbies
Nov
7
Kids Creative Writing Workshop

12:30 pm - 1:30 pmSaturday, November 7

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
Nov
7
Adult Craft: Leaf Candle Holders

12:30 pm - 1:30 pmSaturday, November 7

Chandler Park Branch

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

Adults Crafts & Hobbies Makerspace/DIY
Nov
7
The Fraud Manuel You Should Have Been Taught

1:00 pm - 2:30 pmSaturday, November 7

Main Library

You've survived challenges, raised families, built careers, & overcome obstacles. Don't let a scammer take your hard won earnings!

Adults Business and Finance
Nov
7
Basic Computer Skills

1:00 pm - 2:00 pmSaturday, November 7

Main Library

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

Adults Computer Classes
Nov
7
Math Tutor

2:00 pm - 4:00 pmSaturday, November 7

Redford Branch

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

Nov
7
School Year Reading Boost: K-3rd grade

2:00 pm - 4:00 pmSaturday, November 7

Children's Library at Main

Join our weekly reading group for Kindergarten-3rd grade students to gain a boost in reading skills.

Children/Family Tutoring
Nov
7
Author Talk: Tyra Renae' Smith-Bell

2:00 pm - 4:00 pmSaturday, November 7

Edison Branch

Join us for an Author Talk with Tyra Smith-Bell, Ed.S., an accomplished school principal, educator, and equitable leadership advocate.

Adults All Ages Author Events
Nov
7
Project Art

2:00 pm - 3:00 pmSaturday, November 7

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
Nov
7
Movie Showing-Hunger Games: Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes

2:00 pm - 4:30 pmSaturday, November 7

Conely Branch

Get a chance to win two tickets to Sunrise on the Reaping and receive a free poster or bookmark, while supplies last.

Nov
7
In Conversation: Author Heather Buchanan

2:00 pm - 3:30 pmSaturday, November 7

Main Library

Author Heather Buchanan discusses her book, "Empire: Book Two of the Victors Saga"

Adults All Ages Author Events Writing
Nov
7
Afterschool Meals

2:00 pm - 5:30 pmSaturday, November 7

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