This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Researching the Underground Railroad in Oakland County Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Meeting Room at Main Library Program Type: Lectures Age Group: Adults, Seniors Event Details: How and why was Oakland County involved in the Underground Railroad? … And how do you uncover the stories of those involved? Carol Bacak-Egbo, Oakland County Parks historian, share... This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Mar 26 2025 Wed Researching the Underground Railroad in Oakland County 7:00pm - 8:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Lectures Event Details: How and why was Oakland County involved in the Underground Railroad? … And how do you uncover the stories of those involved? Carol Bacak-Egbo, Oakland County Parks historian, shares her findings in this presentation. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Let's Talk: An English Language Conversation Group Wednesday, March 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 ... This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 26 2025 Wed Let's Talk: An English Language Conversation Group 7:00pm - 8:30pm Main Library 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.
This event is in the "Seniors" group. AARP Tax Aide Thursday, March 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... This event is in the "Seniors" group. Mar 27 2025 Thu AARP Tax Aide 9:30am - 3:30pm Main Library 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Let's Talk: An English Language Conversation Group Thursday, March 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 ... This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 27 2025 Thu Let's Talk: An English Language Conversation Group 10:00am - 12:00pm Main Library 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Creative Writing Group Thursday, March 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Mar 27 2025 Thu Creative Writing Group 1:00pm - 3:00pm Main Library 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.
This event is in the "Grades K-2" group. This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group. Drop-in Building Bricks & Blocks Thursday, March 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 a... This event is in the "Grades K-2" group. This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group. Mar 27 2025 Thu Drop-in Building Bricks & Blocks 4:30pm - 6:00pm Main Library 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?
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Instagram 103 Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm Community Commons at Main Library Program Type: Technology Classes Age Group: Adults, Seniors Event Details: Learn all about Instagram reels in this third session of our Instagram series! Learn how to create engaging and creative videos, add music and effects, and use editing tools to mak... Cancelled Required This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Mar 27 2025 Thu Cancelled Instagram 103 6:30pm - 8:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Community Commons Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Technology Classes Event Details: Learn all about Instagram reels in this third session of our Instagram series! 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.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group. Adventures in Art Saturday, March 29, 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, ... Waitlist Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group. Mar 29 2025 Sat Adventures in Art 10:30am - 12:00pm Main Library Waitlist Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Center Age Group: Children, Grades 3-5 Program Type: Arts & DIY Required Seats Remaining: 0 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Music @ Main: Blue Water Ramblers Sunday, March 30, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Meeting Room at Main Library Program Type: Music Age Group: Adults, Seniors Event Details: Music @ Main welcomes the Blue Water Ramblers for an afternoon of music!The Blue Water Ramblers, established in 2002, write their own songs and take turns harmonizing with each oth... This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Mar 30 2025 Sun Music @ Main: Blue Water Ramblers 2:00pm - 3:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Music Event Details: Music @ Main welcomes the Blue Water Ramblers for an afternoon of music! 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Let's Read: An English Language Book Club Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Community Commons at Main Library Program Type: Reading, Language Learning Age Group: Adults, Seniors Event Details: English language learners are invited to join us at Let's Read, a book club designed for individuals who are learning English and looking to improve their language skills. Each mon... This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Apr 1 2025 Tue Let's Read: An English Language Book Club 2:00pm - 3:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Community Commons Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Reading, Language Learning Event Details: English language learners are invited to join us at Let's Read, a book club designed for individuals who are learning English and looking to improve their language skills. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Gilmore Girls Trivia Night Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Community Commons at Main Library Program Type: Games Age Group: Adults Event Details: “Life’s short. Talk fast.” Grab your coffee and maybe a donut from Luke’s and join other Gilmore Girls fans for a night of trivia! This program is for patrons 18+. Registrati... Registration Open Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 1 2025 Tue Gilmore Girls Trivia Night 7:00pm - 8:00pm Main Library Registration Open Library Branch: Main Library Room: Community Commons Age Group: Adults Program Type: Games Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: “Life’s short. Talk fast.” Grab your coffee and maybe a donut from Luke’s and join other Gilmore Girls fans for a night of trivia! 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Let's Talk: An English Language Conversation Group Wednesday, April 2, 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 ... This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 2 2025 Wed Let's Talk: An English Language Conversation Group 7:00pm - 8:30pm Main Library 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Let's Talk: An English Language Conversation Group Thursday, April 3, 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 ... This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 3 2025 Thu Let's Talk: An English Language Conversation Group 10:00am - 12:00pm Main Library 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Creative Writing Group Thursday, April 3, 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Apr 3 2025 Thu Creative Writing Group 1:00pm - 3:00pm Main Library 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Understanding Photography on Your Smartphone Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Community Commons at Main Library Program Type: Technology Classes Age Group: Adults, Seniors Event Details: The smartphone has revolutionized photography by enabling almost everyone to have a camera with them at all times. With the introduction of the iPhone in 2007 and Android phones a ... Registration Open Required This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Apr 3 2025 Thu Understanding Photography on Your Smartphone 6:00pm - 7:30pm Main Library Registration Open Library Branch: Main Library Room: Community Commons Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Technology Classes Required Seats Remaining: 5 Event Details: The smartphone has revolutionized photography by enabling almost everyone to have a camera with them at all times. 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group. This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group. Teen Creative Writing Club Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Westacres Activity Center at Westacres Branch Program Type: Reading Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12 Event Details: Express your creativity and practice different types of writing at this monthly writing club. Whether you’ve been writing stories for years, or are trying to start getting into wri... This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group. This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group. Apr 3 2025 Thu Teen Creative Writing Club 7:00pm - 8:00pm Westacres Branch Library Branch: Westacres Branch Room: Westacres Activity Center Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12 Program Type: Reading Event Details: Express your creativity and practice different types of writing at this monthly writing club. 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.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Friends Spring Used Book Sale - Member Preview Friday, April 4, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm Meeting Room at Main Library Program Type: Reading, Movies Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Seniors Event Details: Used book sales are held to clear accumulated, unsold books--many at reduced prices. Sales are held in the Main Library Meeting Room. For more information, contact the Friendshop a... This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Apr 4 2025 Fri Friends Spring Used Book Sale - Member Preview 7:00pm - 9:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Seniors Program Type: Reading, Movies Event Details: Used book sales are held to clear accumulated, unsold books--many at reduced prices. Sales are held in the Main Library Meeting Room. For more information, contact the Friendshop at (248) 232-2234.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Friends Spring Used Book Sale Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 9:00am - 5:00pm Meeting Room at Main Library Program Type: Reading, Movies Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Seniors Event Details: Used book sales are held to clear accumulated, unsold books--many at reduced prices. Sales are held in the Main Library Meeting Room. For more information, contact the Friendshop a... This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Apr 5 2025 Sat Friends Spring Used Book Sale 9:00am - 5:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Seniors Program Type: Reading, Movies Event Details: Used book sales are held to clear accumulated, unsold books--many at reduced prices. Sales are held in the Main Library Meeting Room. For more information, contact the Friendshop at (248) 232-2234.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Grades K-2" group. Free To Be Uniquely Me - Poetry Workshop Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Youth Activity Center at Main Library Program Type: Language Learning Age Group: Children, Grades K-2 Event Details: April is National Poetry Month. In this poetry program, children will have the opportunity to tap into their creative side by constructing empowering poetry while exploring unique ... Registration Open Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Grades K-2" group. Apr 5 2025 Sat Free To Be Uniquely Me - Poetry Workshop 2:00pm - 3:00pm Main Library Registration Open Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Center Age Group: Children, Grades K-2 Program Type: Language Learning Required Seats Remaining: 18 Event Details: April is National Poetry Month. In this poetry program, children will have the opportunity to tap into their creative side by constructing empowering poetry while exploring unique poetry styles. For grades K-3 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.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Friends Spring Used Book Sale - $5 Bag Sale Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm Meeting Room at Main Library Program Type: Reading, Movies Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Seniors Event Details: Used book sales are held to clear accumulated, unsold books--many at reduced prices. Sales are held in the Main Library Meeting Room. For more information, contact the Friendshop a... This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Apr 6 2025 Sun Friends Spring Used Book Sale - $5 Bag Sale 12:00pm - 3:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Seniors Program Type: Reading, Movies Event Details: Used book sales are held to clear accumulated, unsold books--many at reduced prices. Sales are held in the Main Library Meeting Room. For more information, contact the Friendshop at (248) 232-2234.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. Move and Groove Monday, April 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Youth Activity Center at Main Library 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. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. Apr 7 2025 Mon Move and Groove 10:00am - 10:30am Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Center Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5 Program Type: Early Literacy Event Details: This interactive storytime integrates early literacy, math, and cognitive development through song, movement and rhyme. For ages birth-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.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. Move and Groove Monday, April 7, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am Youth Activity Center at Main Library 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. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. Apr 7 2025 Mon Move and Groove 11:00am - 11:30am Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Center Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5 Program Type: Early Literacy Event Details: This interactive storytime integrates early literacy, math, and cognitive development through song, movement and rhyme. For ages birth-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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. What's New at the Library? Monday, April 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Community Commons at Main Library Program Type: Reading, Lectures Age Group: Adults, Seniors Event Details: Are you a new West Bloomfield resident looking to learn about library services? Has it been awhile since you have stopped by to see what's new? Join us during National Library Week... This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Apr 7 2025 Mon What's New at the Library? 2:00pm - 3:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Community Commons Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Reading, Lectures Event Details: Are you a new West Bloomfield resident looking to learn about library services? Has it been awhile since you have stopped by to see what's new? 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.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Grades K-2" group. Pajama Storytime Monday, April 7, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Westacres Activity Center at Westacres Branch Program Type: Family, Early Literacy Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Grades K-2 Event Details: Time to cozy up with a good book! Wear your pajamas and join us at the end of the day for stories, fingerplays, crafts, music, and movement. Don’t forget to bring a stuffed animal ... Registration Open Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Grades K-2" group. Apr 7 2025 Mon Pajama Storytime 6:30pm - 7:30pm Westacres Branch Registration Open Library Branch: Westacres Branch Room: Westacres Activity Center Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Grades K-2 Program Type: Family, Early Literacy Required Seats Remaining: 18 Event Details: Time to cozy up with a good book! Wear your pajamas and join us at the end of the day for stories, fingerplays, crafts, music, and movement. Don’t forget to bring a stuffed animal to snuggle up with! For ages birth-grade 2. 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. Pending Waitlist Registration for this event is limited to residential and student cardholders. Please input your library card number to register. If you do not have a West Bloomfield Library card, you may be placed on a pending waitlist. If space remains three days before this event is scheduled to take place, individuals from the pending waitlist will be automatically added to the event according to the waitlist order. Check your email or talk with library staff to confirm your registration status. 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.