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Summer Craft-Away Camp: Basket Weaving

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join Kathy from The Basket Sampler to weave a beautiful vase. We will use dyed spokes in a variety of colors, and weave a simple twill on the sides of the vase.  Perfect for your summer flowers!

Disclaimer(s)

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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.

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.

Work in Progress Craft Club

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Westacres Branch
Library Branch: Westacres Branch
Room: Westacres Activity Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Event Details:

Calling all crafters! Bring your own projects and hang out with like-minded individuals while sharing tips, trading knowledge, and making new friends. All skill levels and abilities welcome!

Disclaimer(s)

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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.

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.

Let's Talk: An English Language Conversation Group

10:00am - 11:30am
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.

Creative Writing Group

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Young Adult 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.

Books on the Trail- The Maid

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Off Site
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

The health benefits of walking are numerous, why not take advantage of the many trails in West Bloomfield!

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.

From Ancient Amman to the Deserts of Jordan

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lectures
Event Details:

Mariya Fogarasi fulfilled a lifelong dream when she flew to Jordan, exploring Amman, a city latticed with Roman ruins, and then spending nights in the desert landscape where "Lawrence of Arabia" and "The Martian" were filmed.

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.

Pressed Flower Lanterns

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15

Disclaimer(s)

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.

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.

Excel for Beginners

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Learn the basics of Excel by creating a simple contact list.

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.

Summer Strum’n Ukulele Fun

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Music
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Ukulele is back, and nothing says summer like the sounds of a ukulele.  These classes are a series, and when you sign up for the first session, you will be signed up for all of them.  We will be using Hal Leonard’s Uku

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.

Let's Talk: An English Language Conversation Group

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Conference Room
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.

Ukulele Strum-A-Longs

7:30pm - 8:30pm
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Music
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

If you have a uke, know the basics, and want to learn some new songs, drop in for a strum-a-long.  In July, we will learn some Disney tunes, and in August, it’s all about the Beatles.  For young adults in 6-12 grades and adults. 

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.

Let's Talk: An English Language Conversation Group

10:00am - 11:30am
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.

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.

Pokémon Party

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Westacres Branch
Library Branch: Westacres Branch
Room: Westacres Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Family
Event Details:

Celebrate your passion for Pokémon with Pokémon themed crafts and activities! For all ages.

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.

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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.

Monthly Mindfulness

11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Create your own calm. Join us monthly to learn about the practice of mindfulness. Including mindful eating, movement, and meditation. No registration required.

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.

State Primary

All Day
Main Library
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.

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.

Let's Talk: An English Language Conversation Group

10:00am - 11:30am
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.

Friends BOOKTalk: "Tom Lake" by Ann Patchett

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading, Book Talks
Event Details:

Facilitated and organized by the Friends of West Bloomfield Township Public Library, BOOKTalks is a lively group that meets to discuss a relatively new or trendy title each month. Attend either the evening or morning session.

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.

Friends BOOKTalk: "Tom Lake" by Ann Patchett

10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading, Book Talks
Event Details:

Facilitated and organized by the Friends of West Bloomfield Township Public Library, BOOKTalks is a lively group that meets to discuss a relatively new or trendy title each month. Attend either the evening or morning session.

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.

Summer Reading Finale at the Lily Pad Springs- Session 1

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Off Site
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Adults
Program Type: Family, Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 200
Event Details:

Celebrate a last splash of summer! Refreshments and activities available. There are two time slots. Please choose one and arrive at your selected time.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Summer Reading Finale at the Lily Pad Springs- Session 2

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Adults
Program Type: Family, Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 200
Event Details:

Celebrate a last splash of summer! Refreshments and activities available. There are two time slots. Please choose one and arrive at your selected time.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Japanese Bon Odori Dance Festival

12:00pm - 1:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Music, Performances
Event Details:

Matsuri Day kicks off with the SAKURA Japanese Instrumental Group for a Bon Odori Dance.

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.