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Adventures in Art

Saturday, February 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Youth Activity Center at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Age Group:
Children, Grades 3-5
Event Details:

A monthly elementary school art class where creativity knows no bounds! In this vibrant space, young artists embark on an exciting journey through the world of drawing, painting, a...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

A monthly elementary school art class where creativity knows no bounds! In this vibrant space, young artists embark on an exciting journey through the world of drawing, painting, and early color theory.

The exterior of the Westacres Branch entry and nearby statue in autumn

Bad Art Competition

Saturday, February 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Westacres Activity Center at Westacres Branch
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Family
Age Group:
Children, Grades 3-5, Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Bring the kids and grandkids for this intergenerational craft competition! Kid-and-parent teams will be given an array of craft supplies they must turn into a form of truly bad art...

Library Branch: Westacres Branch
Room: Westacres Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Grades 3-5, Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Family
Event Details:

Bring the kids and grandkids for this intergenerational craft competition! Kid-and-parent teams will be given an array of craft supplies they must turn into a form of truly bad art.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child/children for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. When registration is required, please only register your child/children for the program, as accompanying adult attendance is expected.

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Attendance at library programs may be photographed or recorded. These images may appear in the library’s print and digital marketing materials. If you do not wish your image to be published, please notify a member of the library staff before the start of the program.

The Wiz

Talkin' Broadway: "The Wiz"

Sunday, February 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Music, Performances
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Talkin' Broadway:

Enjoy an excerpt of a popular play or musical performed by local actors and singers, as well as a discussion with visiting Broadway veterans. Prepare for the evening by reading the...

Event Details:

February: The Wiz

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Music, Performances
Event Details:

Enjoy an excerpt of a popular play or musical performed by local actors and singers, as well as a discussion with visiting Broadway veterans. Prepare for the evening by reading the script or viewing the movie--or just come to listen! Generously organized and sponsored by the Friends of the West Bloomfield Library and Michigan Stage.

February: The Wiz

Disclaimer(s)

Smile!

Attendance at library programs may be photographed or recorded. These images may appear in the library’s print and digital marketing materials. If you do not wish your image to be published, please notify a member of the library staff before the start of the program.

Timeframe

The library cannot guarantee that this event will end exactly at the estimated end time. Staff and presenters do their best to end on time, but please be kind if they go a little over or under the budgeted time frame. You may leave early if needed. The library also reserves the right to conclude its events early if needed.

Ms. Emily reading a picture book in the brightly colored Main Library Youth Activity Center

Move and Groove

Monday, February 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Activity Center at Main Library
Program Type:
Reading, Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5
Event Details:

This interactive storytime integrates early literacy, math, and cognitive development through song, movement and rhyme. For ages birth - 5 years. No registration is requi...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5
Program Type: Reading, Early Literacy
Event Details:

This interactive storytime integrates early literacy, math, and cognitive development through song, movement and rhyme. For ages birth - 5 years. No registration is required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child/children for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. When registration is required, please only register your child/children for the program, as accompanying adult attendance is expected.

Smile!

Attendance at library programs may be photographed or recorded. These images may appear in the library’s print and digital marketing materials. If you do not wish your image to be published, please notify a member of the library staff before the start of the program.

Ms. Emily reading a picture book in the brightly colored Main Library Youth Activity Center

Move and Groove

Monday, February 24, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Activity Center at Main Library
Program Type:
Reading, Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5
Event Details:

This interactive storytime integrates early literacy, math, and cognitive development through song, movement and rhyme. For ages birth - 5 years. No registration is requi...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5
Program Type: Reading, Early Literacy
Event Details:

This interactive storytime integrates early literacy, math, and cognitive development through song, movement and rhyme. For ages birth - 5 years. No registration is required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child/children for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. When registration is required, please only register your child/children for the program, as accompanying adult attendance is expected.

Smile!

Attendance at library programs may be photographed or recorded. These images may appear in the library’s print and digital marketing materials. If you do not wish your image to be published, please notify a member of the library staff before the start of the program.

Adult Craft Night- The Art of Polish Paper Cutting

Monday, February 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Commons at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Come hang out for an hour and try your hand at Polish paper cutting! All materials are provided. Registration is required.

Registration Closed
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Come hang out for an hour and try your hand at Polish paper cutting! All materials are provided. Registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Timeframe

The library cannot guarantee that this event will end exactly at the estimated end time. Staff and presenters do their best to end on time, but please be kind if they go a little over or under the budgeted time frame. You may leave early if needed. The library also reserves the right to conclude its events early if needed.

Read to a dog

Read to a Dog

Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library
Program Type:
Reading
Age Group:
Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Event Details:

What happens when you bring children, dogs and books together? You get happy, confident children who love to read. Trainers with their well-behaved, certified therapy dogs* will be...

Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Reading
Event Details:

What happens when you bring children, dogs and books together? You get happy, confident children who love to read.

Disclaimer(s)

Allergies

The library cannot guarantee that this event will be free from allergens. Please contact the library for further questions or concerns.

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Attendance at library programs may be photographed or recorded. These images may appear in the library’s print and digital marketing materials. If you do not wish your image to be published, please notify a member of the library staff before the start of the program.

Detroit 1967 book cover in black and white

Detroit '67: Looking Back to Move Forward

Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Lectures
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Events that took place in the summer of 1967 had a significant impact on the people of Detroit and southeast Michigan. This presentation looks at the events of 1967 in their histor...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lectures
Event Details:

Events that took place in the summer of 1967 had a significant impact on the people of Detroit and southeast Michigan.

Disclaimer(s)

Timeframe

The library cannot guarantee that this event will end exactly at the estimated end time. Staff and presenters do their best to end on time, but please be kind if they go a little over or under the budgeted time frame. You may leave early if needed. The library also reserves the right to conclude its events early if needed.

Tech Crafts for Teens & Adults

Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Community Commons at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, STEAM
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults
Event Details:

Join us for an exciting hands-on workshop where teens and adults can discover the magic of turning digital designs into physical objects. In this program, participants will have th...

Registration Closed
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults
Program Type: Arts & DIY, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join us for an exciting hands-on workshop where teens and adults can discover the magic of turning digital designs into physical objects.

Disclaimer(s)

Timeframe

The library cannot guarantee that this event will end exactly at the estimated end time. Staff and presenters do their best to end on time, but please be kind if they go a little over or under the budgeted time frame. You may leave early if needed. The library also reserves the right to conclude its events early if needed.

Ms. Mary reading a picture book in the Westacres Activity Center

Move and Groove

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Westacres Activity Center at Westacres Branch
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5
Event Details:

This interactive storytime integrates early literacy, math, and cognitive development through song, movement, and rhyme. For ages birth-5 years. Registration is required

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Westacres Branch
Room: Westacres Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5
Program Type: Early Literacy
Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

This interactive storytime integrates early literacy, math, and cognitive development through song, movement, and rhyme. For ages birth-5 years. Registration is required

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child/children for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. When registration is required, please only register your child/children for the program, as accompanying adult attendance is expected.

Smile!

Attendance at library programs may be photographed or recorded. These images may appear in the library’s print and digital marketing materials. If you do not wish your image to be published, please notify a member of the library staff before the start of the program.

Ms. Mary reading a picture book in the Westacres Activity Center

Move and Groove

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Westacres Activity Center at Westacres Branch
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5
Event Details:

This interactive storytime integrates early literacy, math, and cognitive development through song, movement, and rhyme. For ages birth-5 years. Registration is required.

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Westacres Branch
Room: Westacres Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5
Program Type: Early Literacy
Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Details:

This interactive storytime integrates early literacy, math, and cognitive development through song, movement, and rhyme. For ages birth-5 years. Registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child/children for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. When registration is required, please only register your child/children for the program, as accompanying adult attendance is expected.

Smile!

Attendance at library programs may be photographed or recorded. These images may appear in the library’s print and digital marketing materials. If you do not wish your image to be published, please notify a member of the library staff before the start of the program.

Instrument Zoo

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Youth Activity Center at Main Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon of instrument exploration, music making, and games.  Children have the opportunity to try, listen, and learn about a variety of musical instruments.&n...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon of instrument exploration, music making, and games.  Children have the opportunity to try, listen, and learn about a variety of musical instruments.  For ages 5-12 years.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child/children for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. When registration is required, please only register your child/children for the program, as accompanying adult attendance is expected.

Smile!

Attendance at library programs may be photographed or recorded. These images may appear in the library’s print and digital marketing materials. If you do not wish your image to be published, please notify a member of the library staff before the start of the program.

The exterior of the Westacres Branch entry and nearby statue in autumn

Tracking Tales from the Northwoods: An Introduction to Wildlife Tracking with Abi Fergus

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Westacres Activity Center at Westacres Branch
Program Type:
Lectures, STEAM
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join wildlife biologist Abi Fergus for tips and tricks on how to recognize and identify the traces animals leave behind. From bear tracks, to the mushrooms squirrels leave in trees...

Library Branch: Westacres Branch
Room: Westacres Activity Center
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lectures, STEAM
Event Details:

Join wildlife biologist Abi Fergus for tips and tricks on how to recognize and identify the traces animals leave behind.

Disclaimer(s)

Smile!

Attendance at library programs may be photographed or recorded. These images may appear in the library’s print and digital marketing materials. If you do not wish your image to be published, please notify a member of the library staff before the start of the program.

Greater West Bloomfield Historical Society logo

Detroit's 1910 Kosher Meat Riot

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Lectures
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

As Gilded-Age robber barons manipulated their beef industry headquartered in Chicago, the rest of the United States--including Jewish communities--experienced distressing ripple ef...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lectures
Event Details:

As Gilded-Age robber barons manipulated their beef industry headquartered in Chicago, the rest of the United States--including Jewish communities--experienced distressing ripple effects.  In Detroit in 1910, working-class Orthodox w

Disclaimer(s)

Timeframe

The library cannot guarantee that this event will end exactly at the estimated end time. Staff and presenters do their best to end on time, but please be kind if they go a little over or under the budgeted time frame. You may leave early if needed. The library also reserves the right to conclude its events early if needed.

The exterior of the Main Library entry in summer with landscaping in bloom

Let's Talk: An English Language Conversation Group

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Community Commons at Main Library
Program Type:
Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults
Let's Talk: An English Language Conversation Group:

Anyone learning English or looking to improve their skills is welcome to join our friendly conversation group. Volunteer tutors will guide the discussions. Feel free to drop in at ...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Language Learning

Anyone learning English or looking to improve their skills is welcome to join our friendly conversation group. Volunteer tutors will guide the discussions. Feel free to drop in at any time during the session.

AARP Tax Aide

Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 9:30am - 3:30pm
Meeting Room at Main Library
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Tax preparation assistance for community members 60+. Each session is one hour and registration for the session is made through West Bloomfield Parks website or by callin...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Seniors
Event Details:

Tax preparation assistance for community members 60+. Each session is one hour and registration for the session is made through West Bloomfield Parks website or by calling 248-451-1900. Registration begins 12/2.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

The exterior of the Main Library entry in summer with landscaping in bloom

Let's Talk: An English Language Conversation Group

Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Commons at Main Library
Program Type:
Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults
Let's Talk: An English Language Conversation Group:

Anyone learning English or looking to improve their skills is welcome to join our friendly conversation group. Volunteer tutors will guide the discussions. Feel free to drop in at ...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Language Learning

Anyone learning English or looking to improve their skills is welcome to join our friendly conversation group. Volunteer tutors will guide the discussions. Feel free to drop in at any time during the session.

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Preschool STEAM

Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Youth Activity Center at Main Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

This program uses the STEAM curriculum and incorporates science, technology, engineering, art and math into hands-on activities. For ages 3-5 years. 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

This program uses the STEAM curriculum and incorporates science, technology, engineering, art and math into hands-on activities. For ages 3-5 years. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child/children for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. When registration is required, please only register your child/children for the program, as accompanying adult attendance is expected.

Smile!

Attendance at library programs may be photographed or recorded. These images may appear in the library’s print and digital marketing materials. If you do not wish your image to be published, please notify a member of the library staff before the start of the program.

Timeframe

The library cannot guarantee that this event will end exactly at the estimated end time. Staff and presenters do their best to end on time, but please be kind if they go a little over or under the budgeted time frame. You may leave early if needed. The library also reserves the right to conclude its events early if needed.

The exterior of the Main Library entry in summer with landscaping in bloom

Creative Writing Group

Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Creative Writers' Group:

Join other local writers for an opportunity to discuss your stories, receive gentle feedback, and share suggestions on how to improve your own writing.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & DIY

Join other local writers for an opportunity to discuss your stories, receive gentle feedback, and share suggestions on how to improve your own writing.

Drop-in Building Bricks & Blocks

Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Youth Activity Center at Main Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Event Details:

Looking for something to do after school? Do you enjoy building with blocks and bricks or following set instructions? The library will provide bricks–just bring your imagination an...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Looking for something to do after school? Do you enjoy building with blocks and bricks or following set instructions?

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Instagram 102

Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Community Commons at Main Library
Program Type:
Technology Classes
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Become a social media expert! In this second session of our Instagram series, learn how to design an eye-catching bio, effectively use the highlights section to showcase your best ...

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Classes
Event Details:

Become a social media expert!

Disclaimer(s)

Timeframe

The library cannot guarantee that this event will end exactly at the estimated end time. Staff and presenters do their best to end on time, but please be kind if they go a little over or under the budgeted time frame. You may leave early if needed. The library also reserves the right to conclude its events early if needed.

West Bloomfield Gamers Guild

Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Westacres Activity Center at Westacres Branch
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Event Details:

If you enjoy playing D&D or other roleplaying games, or you’re just curious about roleplaying games, join the West Bloomfield Gamers Guild.  Each month will feature an adv...

Library Branch: Westacres Branch
Room: Westacres Activity Center
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

If you enjoy playing D&D or other roleplaying games, or you’re just curious about roleplaying games, join the West Bloomfield Gamers Guild.  Each month will feature an adventure filled with treasures to be gained and enemies and

Ms. Mary reading a picture book in the Westacres Activity Center

Preschool Power!

Friday, February 28, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Westacres Activity Center at Westacres Branch
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5
Event Details:

This program supports preschoolers' thriving curiosity with hands-on learning experiences that encourage children to explore and create. For ages 3-5 years. Registration is re...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Westacres Branch
Room: Westacres Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5
Program Type: Early Literacy
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

This program supports preschoolers' thriving curiosity with hands-on learning experiences that encourage children to explore and create. For ages 3-5 years. Registration is required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child/children for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. When registration is required, please only register your child/children for the program, as accompanying adult attendance is expected.

Smile!

Attendance at library programs may be photographed or recorded. These images may appear in the library’s print and digital marketing materials. If you do not wish your image to be published, please notify a member of the library staff before the start of the program.

Jigsaw Puzzle Competition

Saturday, March 1, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Put your team of 4 to the puzzling test in this jigsaw puzzle contest! Which team can complete their puzzle the fastest or get the closest to finishing? For ages 13 and up. Re...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Put your team of 4 to the puzzling test in this jigsaw puzzle contest! Which team can complete their puzzle the fastest or get the closest to finishing? For ages 13 and up. Registration is required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Smile!

Attendance at library programs may be photographed or recorded. These images may appear in the library’s print and digital marketing materials. If you do not wish your image to be published, please notify a member of the library staff before the start of the program.

Timeframe

The library cannot guarantee that this event will end exactly at the estimated end time. Staff and presenters do their best to end on time, but please be kind if they go a little over or under the budgeted time frame. You may leave early if needed. The library also reserves the right to conclude its events early if needed.