Event List

Filters
Age 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...

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, March 27, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
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.

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

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.

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, 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...

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?

people taking a photo of themselves

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...

Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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.

Image of the Blue Water Ramblers band

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...

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.

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. 

Book cover of "What You Are Looking For is in the Library" by Michiko Aoyama

Friends BOOKTalk: "What You Are Looking For Is In The Library" by Michiko Aoyama

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Commons at Main Library
Program Type:
Reading, Book Talks
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
BOOKTalks:

Join the Friends of the Library each month for an exciting discussion on popular books.

Event Details:

In April, we'll be discussing What You Are Looking For Is In The Library by Michiko Aoyama.Facilitator: Naomi FrenkelNo registration is required.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading, Book Talks
Event Details:

Join the Friends of the Library each month for an exciting discussion on popular books.

In April, we'll be discussing What You Are Looking For Is In The Library by Michiko Aoyama.

Facilitator: Naomi Frenkel

No 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.

Book cover of "What You Are Looking For is in the Library" by Michiko Aoyama

Friends BOOKTalk: "What You Are Looking For Is In The Library" by Michiko Aoyama

Friday, April 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Commons at Main Library
Program Type:
Reading, Book Talks
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
BOOKTalks:

Join the Friends of the Library each month for an exciting discussion on popular books.

Event Details:

In April, we'll be discussing What You Are Looking For Is In The Library by Michiko Aoyama.Facilitator: Naomi FrenkelNo registration is required.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading, Book Talks
Event Details:

Join the Friends of the Library each month for an exciting discussion on popular books.

In April, we'll be discussing What You Are Looking For Is In The Library by Michiko Aoyama.

Facilitator: Naomi Frenkel

No registration is required.

man on stack of books and he is reading

Silent Book Club

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Reflection Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Reading
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Often with traditional book clubs there's the scramble to finish the assigned book, and the pressure to have something smart to say. Wouldn't it be great to have a book club where ...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Reflection Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading
Event Details:

Often with traditional book clubs there's the scramble to finish the assigned book, and the pressure to have something smart to say.

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.

Holiday

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

Drop-in Building Bricks & Blocks

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, ...

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.

Book cover of "The Measure" by Nikki Erlick

Friends BOOKTalk: "The Measure" by Nikki Erlick

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Commons at Main Library
Program Type:
Reading, Book Talks
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
BOOKTalks:

Join the Friends of the Library each month for an exciting discussion on popular books.

Event Details:

In May, we'll be discussing The Measure by Nikki Erlick.Facilitator: Jaema BermanNo registration is required.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading, Book Talks
Event Details:

Join the Friends of the Library each month for an exciting discussion on popular books.

In May, we'll be discussing The Measure by Nikki Erlick.

Facilitator: Jaema Berman

No 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.

Book cover of "The Measure" by Nikki Erlick

Friends BOOKTalk: "The Measure" by Nikki Erlick

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Commons at Main Library
Program Type:
Reading, Book Talks
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
BOOKTalks:

Join the Friends of the Library each month for an exciting discussion on popular books.

Event Details:

In May, we'll be discussing The Measure by Nikki Erlick.Facilitator: Jaema BermanNo registration is required.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading, Book Talks
Event Details:

Join the Friends of the Library each month for an exciting discussion on popular books.

In May, we'll be discussing The Measure by Nikki Erlick.

Facilitator: Jaema Berman

No 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.

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
Book cover of "Funny Story" by Emily Henry

Friends BOOKTalk: "Funny Story" by Emily Henry

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Commons at Main Library
Program Type:
Reading, Book Talks
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
BOOKTalks:

Join the Friends of the Library each month for an exciting discussion on popular books.

Event Details:

In June, we'll be discussing Funny Story by Emily Henry.Facilitator: Ann FinnNo registration is required.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading, Book Talks
Event Details:

Join the Friends of the Library each month for an exciting discussion on popular books.

In June, we'll be discussing Funny Story by Emily Henry.

Facilitator: Ann Finn

No 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.

Book cover of "Funny Story" by Emily Henry

Friends BOOKTalk: "Funny Story" by Emily Henry

Friday, June 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Commons at Main Library
Program Type:
Reading, Book Talks
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
BOOKTalks:

Join the Friends of the Library each month for an exciting discussion on popular books.

Event Details:

In June, we'll be discussing Funny Story by Emily Henry.Facilitator: Ann FinnNo registration is required.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading, Book Talks
Event Details:

Join the Friends of the Library each month for an exciting discussion on popular books.

In June, we'll be discussing Funny Story by Emily Henry.

Facilitator: Ann Finn

No 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.

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.