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This event is in the "Grades K-2" group
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Shows at the School -Circus Camp

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Family, Performances
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5

Circus Skills program captures the magic of the circus while emphasizing the importance of reading. Reading Circus is a travel exhibition of performing skills in comedy, juggling, stilt walking, and unicycle riding.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Family, Performances
Event Details:

Circus Skills program captures the magic of the circus while emphasizing the importance of reading. Reading Circus is a travel exhibition of performing skills in comedy, juggling, stilt walking, and unicycle riding.

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
This event is in the "Grades K-2" group
This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group

Live at Drake Park- Joel's Picasso Magic Show

Friday, July 25, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Family
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5

Art-themed books of all sorts are brought to life with amazing magic, wacky stunts and lots of audience participation. Joel’s Picasso Magic Show is the perfect way to get drawn into summer reading.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Family
Event Details:

Art-themed books of all sorts are brought to life with amazing magic, wacky stunts and lots of audience participation. Joel’s Picasso Magic Show is the perfect way to get drawn into summer reading.

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.

Weather Permitting

This event may be canceled or modified if there is inclement weather. Check back here for updates.

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
This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group

Shows at the School- MellyPop! Dr. Dolittle Puppet Performance

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Family, Performances
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5

Have fun hanging out with Dottie, Dr. Dolittle’s bumbling assistant, as she shares stories with all the magical talking animals! Join us for a fabulous MellyPop! Productions Puppet Performance!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Family, Performances
Event Details:

Have fun hanging out with Dottie, Dr. Dolittle’s bumbling assistant, as she shares stories with all the magical talking animals! Join us for a fabulous MellyPop! Productions Puppet Performance!

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
This event is in the "Grades K-2" group
This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Storytime at Fran Leaf Park

Friday, August 15, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Off Site
Program Type:
Family
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Adults

Join us throughout the summer for a morning storytime in the park! Bring your blanket and listen to fun and engaging stories.  For ages birth-6 years. 

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Adults
Program Type: Family
Event Details:

Join us throughout the summer for a morning storytime in the park! Bring your blanket and listen to fun and engaging stories.  For ages birth-6 years. 

Maintenance

All Day 8/16 - 8/24
Main Library

The Main Library is closed due to maintenance. The Drive-Up Window at the Main Library is open, and the Westacres Branch is open.

Closing
Branches:
Main Library
Description:

The Main Library is closed due to maintenance. The Drive-Up Window at the Main Library is open, and the Westacres Branch is open.

This event is in the "Children" group

Kids Komotion- Rick & Danya's Playhouse

Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Family, Games, Music
Age Group:
Children

The library is proud to partner with West Bloomfield Parks again this year for this great family event. Head on over to Marshbank Park for music, characters, bounce houses, and more!

 

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Family, Games, Music
Event Details:

The library is proud to partner with West Bloomfield Parks again this year for this great family event. Head on over to Marshbank Park for music, characters, bounce houses, and more!

 

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.

Weather Permitting

This event may be canceled or modified if there is inclement weather. Check back here for updates.

Holiday

All Day 8/30 - 9/1
Main Library, Westacres Branch, Online, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Westacres Branch, Online, Off Site
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Parent Playgroup- Swim Safety

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Youth Activity Center at Main Library
Program Type:
Family, Health & Wellness, STEAM, Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5

Learning is powered by play during this family playtime. Children and adults can interact, play and learn with a variety of activities.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5
Program Type: Family, Health & Wellness, STEAM, Early Literacy
Event Details:

Learning is powered by play during this family playtime. Children and adults can interact, play and learn with a variety of activities.

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

Parent Playgroup- Pet Safety

Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Youth Activity Center at Main Library
Program Type:
Family, Health & Wellness, STEAM, Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5

Learning is powered by play during this family playtime. Children and adults can interact, play and learn with a variety of activities.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5
Program Type: Family, Health & Wellness, STEAM, Early Literacy
Event Details:

Learning is powered by play during this family playtime. Children and adults can interact, play and learn with a variety of activities.

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
This event is in the "Grades K-2" group
This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group

Halloween Storybook Stroll

Friday, October 24, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Storytime Terrace at Main Library
Program Type:
Family, Health & Wellness, Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5

Bring the whole family and take a walk on our Storybook Trail! Read this month's book and trick-or-treat on the trail.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Storytime Terrace
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Family, Health & Wellness, Early Literacy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring the whole family and take a walk on our Storybook Trail! Read this month's book and trick-or-treat on the trail.

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.

Weather Permitting

This event may be canceled or modified if there is inclement weather. Check back here for updates.

Staff In-Service Day

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

The Main Library and the Westacres Branch are closed for a Staff In-Service Day.

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

The Main Library and the Westacres Branch are closed for a Staff In-Service Day.

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
This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group

Cryptid Hunt

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Westacres Activity Center at Westacres Branch
Program Type:
Family
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5

Come on a hunt with us for creatures that people claim to have seen but whose existence has never been proven.

Library Branch: Westacres Branch
Room: Westacres Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Family
Event Details:

Come on a hunt with us for creatures that people claim to have seen but whose existence has never been proven.

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 "Grades 3-5" group

Open Spot Theatre

Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Youth Activity Center at Main Library
Program Type:
Family
Age Group:
Children, Grades 3-5

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.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Family
Registration Required
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.

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

Holiday

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

Election Day

All Day
Main Library

The Main Library is closed while voting takes place in the Meeting Room (Precinct  15). The Westacres Branch is open.

Closing
Branches:
Main Library
Description:

The Main Library is closed while voting takes place in the Meeting Room (Precinct  15). The Westacres Branch is open.

Election Day

All Day
Main Library

The Main Library is closed while voting takes place in the Meeting Room (Precinct  15). The Westacres Branch is open.

Closing
Branches:
Main Library
Description:

The Main Library is closed while voting takes place in the Meeting Room (Precinct  15). The Westacres Branch is open.

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

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