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

Move and Groove

Wednesday, March 12, 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.

Required
Library Branch: Westacres Branch
Room: Westacres Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5
Program Type: Early Literacy
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
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.

The word "STEAM" in front of stock images related to Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics

Preschool STEAM

Thursday, March 13, 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.

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

Preschool Power!

Friday, March 14, 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...

Required
Library Branch: Westacres Branch
Room: Westacres Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5
Program Type: Early Literacy
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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.

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

Move and Groove

Monday, March 17, 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, March 17, 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.

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

Move and Groove

Wednesday, March 19, 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

Required
Library Branch: Westacres Branch
Room: Westacres Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5
Program Type: Early Literacy
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
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. Emily reading a picture book in the brightly colored Main Library Youth Activity Center

Books and Babies

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Activity Center at Main Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

It’s never too early to introduce babies to books. This lap sit program will stimulate your baby’s brain development through movement, rhymes, fingerplays, puppets, and books share...

Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Early Literacy
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

It’s never too early to introduce babies to books. This lap sit program will stimulate your baby’s brain development through movement, rhymes, fingerplays, puppets, and books shared with their caregiver.

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.

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

Move and Groove

Wednesday, March 19, 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.

Required
Library Branch: Westacres Branch
Room: Westacres Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5
Program Type: Early Literacy
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
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.

The word "STEAM" in front of stock images related to Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics

Preschool STEAM

Thursday, March 20, 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.

Adventures in Art

Saturday, March 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, ...

Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
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.

stack of books

Local Author Fair

Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Reading
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for the afternoon as we welcome local authors to the library. Readers of all ages are encouraged to drop by the meeting room and discover their next great read and get to k...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading
Event Details:

Join us for the afternoon as we welcome local authors to the library. Readers of all ages are encouraged to drop by the meeting room and discover their next great read and get to know some of the writers in the area.

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.

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.

Photo of colored pencils, markers, paints, and paper

April Fools’ Day Craft with Kidcreate Studio

Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Westacres Activity Center at Westacres Branch
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Age Group:
Children, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Event Details:

Looking for a good April Fools’ Day prank? Then join us with Kidcreate Studio as we make the perfect craft to fool your friends and family. For grades K-5. Registration i...

Required
Library Branch: Westacres Branch
Room: Westacres Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Looking for a good April Fools’ Day prank? Then join us with Kidcreate Studio as we make the perfect craft to fool your friends and family. For grades K-5. 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.

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.

The meeting room filled with books on tables, carts, and shelves

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...

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. 

The meeting room filled with books on tables, carts, and shelves

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...

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. 

The meeting room filled with books on tables, carts, and shelves

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...

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. 

Holiday

All Day
Main Library, Westacres Branch, Online, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Westacres Branch, Online, Off Site

Adventures in Art

Saturday, April 26, 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, ...

Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
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.

Adventures in Art

Saturday, May 10, 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, ...

Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
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.

Holiday

All Day
Main Library, Westacres Branch, Online, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Westacres Branch, Online, Off Site

Holiday

All Day
Main Library, Westacres Branch, Online, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Westacres Branch, Online, Off Site

Holiday

All Day
Main Library, Westacres Branch, Online, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Westacres Branch, Online, Off Site
The meeting room filled with books on tables, carts, and shelves

Friends Fall Used Book Sale - Member Preview

Friday, October 10, 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...

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. 

The meeting room filled with books on tables, carts, and shelves

Friends Fall Used Book Sale

Saturday, October 11, 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...

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. 

The meeting room filled with books on tables, carts, and shelves

Friends Fall Used Book Sale - $5 Bag Sale

Sunday, October 12, 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...

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.