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Tween Coding Club

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Commons at Main Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Technology Classes
Age Group:
Grades 3-5, Teens, Grades 6-8
Event Details:

Join the West Bloomfield Library Coding Club and embark on a journey of digital discovery! We welcome aspiring young coders to explore the exciting world of programming in a suppor...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Grades 3-5, Teens, Grades 6-8
Program Type: STEAM, Technology Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Join the West Bloomfield Library Coding Club and embark on a journey of digital discovery! We welcome aspiring young coders to explore the exciting world of programming in a supportive and engaging environment.

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D.I.Y. Clay Bookmarks

Friday, April 11, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Westacres Activity Center at Westacres Branch
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Event Details:

Calling all bookworms! Need help marking your page? Celebrate National Library Week by joining us to create your very own D.I.Y. bookmarks out of air dry clay. For grades K-5....

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Westacres Branch
Room: Westacres Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Arts & DIY, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Calling all bookworms! Need help marking your page? Celebrate National Library Week by joining us to create your very own D.I.Y. bookmarks out of air dry clay. 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.

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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.

Black chalkboard background. Print says Homeschool Hangout. Outline drawings of ruler, pencil, backpack, stars, clouds, paper airplane and two kid faces.

Homeschool Hangout

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Youth Activity Center at Main Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Event Details:

Homeschool Families with children from ages 5-12 years join us once a month on Tuesdays. Each month will feature a new topic where your child can engage and create with other child...

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

Homeschool Families with children from ages 5-12 years join us once a month on Tuesdays. Each month will feature a new topic where your child can engage and create with other children in the area.

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.

Allergies

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

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.

Read to a dog

Read to a Dog

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Activity Center at 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
Room: Youth Activity Center
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.

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.

Pixelated outdoor scene with three Minecraft block heads floating.

MINECRAFTing Creations IRL

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Activity Center at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Age Group:
Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8
Event Details:

Make your own Minecraft Block Head using cardboard boxes and lots and lots of paper squares. We’ll have templates for Steve, Alex, Creeper, or Enderman or you can design your own!

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Event Details:

Make your own Minecraft Block Head using cardboard boxes and lots and lots of paper squares. We’ll have templates for Steve, Alex, Creeper, or Enderman or you can design your own!

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.

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.

Holiday

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

Drop-in Lego Club

Thursday, April 24, 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...

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?

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, ...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
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.

Creating Caricatures Workshop

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Youth Activity Center at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Age Group:
Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8
Event Details:

Join Andrew Sigman of Sigman's Caricatures for this hands-on workshop. Every attendee will learn how to draw caricatures and will get their OWN caricature drawn by Mr. Sigman to ke...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

Join Andrew Sigman of Sigman's Caricatures for this hands-on workshop. Every attendee will learn how to draw caricatures and will get their OWN caricature drawn by Mr. Sigman to keep.

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.

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.

Free Comic Book Day

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Youth Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Reading
Age Group:
Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Celebrate Free Comic Book Day at the Library! Take some comics and make some comic-themed crafts. There will be a limit of two comics per person, and they will be available while s...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Area
Age Group: Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading
Event Details:

Celebrate Free Comic Book Day at the Library! Take some comics and make some comic-themed crafts. There will be a limit of two comics per person, and they will be available while supplies last. For ages 5 years and up.

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.

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Tween Coding Club

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Commons at Main Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Technology Classes
Age Group:
Grades 3-5, Teens, Grades 6-8
Event Details:

Join the West Bloomfield Library Coding Club and embark on a journey of digital discovery! We welcome aspiring young coders to explore the exciting world of programming in a suppor...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Grades 3-5, Teens, Grades 6-8
Program Type: STEAM, Technology Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join the West Bloomfield Library Coding Club and embark on a journey of digital discovery! We welcome aspiring young coders to explore the exciting world of programming in a supportive and engaging environment.

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Bee Hotels

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Westacres Activity Center at Westacres Branch
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Event Details:

Join us in making a bee hotel for our local pollinator friends! Bee hotels create a safe space for bees to stay while helping pollinate your plants. Using simple supplies such as t...

Required
Library Branch: Westacres Branch
Room: Westacres Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Arts & DIY, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us in making a bee hotel for our local pollinator friends! Bee hotels create a safe space for bees to stay while helping pollinate your plants.

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.

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.

Read to a dog

Read to a Dog

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Activity Center at 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
Room: Youth Activity Center
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.

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.

Staff Safety Training - Library Closed

All Day
Main Library, Westacres Branch, Online, Off Site

Staff Safety Training Day. Both the Main Library and the Westacres Branch are closed.

Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Westacres Branch, Online, Off Site
Description:

Staff Safety Training Day. Both the Main Library and the Westacres Branch are closed.

Black chalkboard background. Print says Homeschool Hangout. Outline drawings of ruler, pencil, backpack, stars, clouds, paper airplane and two kid faces.

Homeschool Hangout

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Youth Activity Center at Main Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Event Details:

Homeschool Families with children from ages 5-12 years join us once a month on Tuesdays. Each month will feature a new topic where your child can engage and create with other child...

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

Homeschool Families with children from ages 5-12 years join us once a month on Tuesdays. Each month will feature a new topic where your child can engage and create with other children in the area.

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.

Allergies

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

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

Read to a Dog

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Westacres Activity Center at Westacres Branch
Program Type:
Reading
Age Group:
Children, 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: Westacres Branch
Room: Westacres Activity Center
Age Group: Children, 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)

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.

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
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Tween Coding Club

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Commons at Main Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Technology Classes
Age Group:
Grades 3-5, Teens, Grades 6-8
Event Details:

Join the West Bloomfield Library Coding Club and embark on a journey of digital discovery! We welcome aspiring young coders to explore the exciting world of programming in a suppor...

Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Grades 3-5, Teens, Grades 6-8
Program Type: STEAM, Technology Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join the West Bloomfield Library Coding Club and embark on a journey of digital discovery! We welcome aspiring young coders to explore the exciting world of programming in a supportive and engaging environment.

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

Open Spot Theatre

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Activity Center at Main Library
Program Type:
Family
Age Group:
Children, Grades 3-5
Event Details:

A theater class for all abilities. Learn singing, acting, and dancing from the professionals at Open Spot Theater and put on a showcase at the end of the program. For grades 3...

Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Family
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

A theater class for all abilities. Learn singing, acting, and dancing from the professionals at Open Spot Theater and put on a showcase at the end of the program. For grades 3-5.

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

Sloan Museum of Discovery: Cellophane Shadows

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Westacres Activity Center at Westacres Branch
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Event Details:

Investigate the science behind light, reflection, and shadows with flashlights, mirrors and shadow puppets. Use cellophane and cardboard to make your own colorful shadow creation t...

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

Investigate the science behind light, reflection, and shadows with flashlights, mirrors and shadow puppets.

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.

Read to a dog

Read to a Dog

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Activity Center at 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
Room: Youth Activity Center
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.

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.