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Let's Talk: An English Language Conversation Group

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
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.

Book Drop- Subscription Box -Books about Bookstores, Libraries and more!

08/14/2025 @ 9:00am - 08/21/2025 @ 9:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Get to know your shelves with this library service modeled after popular subscription boxes. Each month, sign up for a themed box including a book (to borrow) and related goodies (to keep). Librarians select titles and goodies for a different theme each month.

Box pick up will be August 14-21.

Let's Talk: An English Language Conversation Group

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
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
Adults, Seniors
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.

Friends BOOKTalk: "The Swans of Harlem" by Karen Valby

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
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 August, we'll be discussing The Swans of Harlem: Five Black Ballerinas, Fifty Years of Sisterhood, and Their Reclamation of a Groundbreaking History by Karen Valby.

Facilitator: Ann Finn

No registration is required.

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.

Friends BOOKTalk: "The Swans of Harlem" by Karen Valby

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
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 August, we'll be discussing The Swans of Harlem: Five Black Ballerinas, Fifty Years of Sisterhood, and Their Reclamation of a Groundbreaking History by Karen Valby.

Facilitator: Ann Finn

No registration is required.

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.

Storytime at Fran Leaf Park

10:30am - 11:15am
Children, Ages 0-5, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Adults
Off Site
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
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.

Westacres Adult Craft Night- Tila Beads 2.0

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Westacres Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Westacres Branch
Room: Westacres Activity Center
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Are you crazy for beads? Come and make a bracelet with tila beads! The tila glass bead is a flat hole square shaped glass bead which is flat on one face and slightly doomed on the other.

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.

Tech Crafts for Teens & Adults

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults
Program Type: Arts & DIY, STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join us for an exciting hands-on workshop where teens and adults can discover the magic of turning digital designs into physical objects.

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.

Let's Talk: An English Language Conversation Group

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
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 - 12:00pm
Adults
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
Adults, Seniors
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.

Books on the Trail- Nothing to See Here

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
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.

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

Music @ Main: Voxanna

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Music
Event Details:

Music @ Main welcomes Voxanna for an afternoon of music!

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.

Book Drop- Subscription Box -Dark Academia

09/18/2025 @ 9:00am - 09/25/2025 @ 9:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Get to know your shelves with this library service modeled after popular subscription boxes. Each month, sign up for a themed box including a book (to borrow) and related goodies (to keep). Librarians select titles and goodies for a different theme each month.

Box pick up will be September 18-25.

Talkin' Broadway: "My Fair Lady"

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Music, Performances
Event Details:

Enjoy an excerpt of a popular play or musical performed by local actors and singers, as well as a discussion with visiting Broadway veterans. Prepare for the evening by reading the script or viewing the movie--or just come to listen! Generously organized and sponsored by the Friends of the West Bloomfield Library and Michigan Stage.

September: My Fair Lady

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.

Music @ Main: Elaine Schoendorf

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Music
Event Details:

Music @ Main welcomes Elaine Schoendorf 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.

Friends Fall Used Book Sale - Member Preview

7:00pm - 9:00pm
Children, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Main Library
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. 

Friends Fall Used Book Sale

9:00am - 5:00pm
Children, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Main Library
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. 

Friends Fall Used Book Sale - $5 Bag Sale

12:00pm - 3:00pm
Children, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Main Library
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 Drop- Subscription Box - Cozy up with a good mystery

10/16/2025 @ 9:00am - 10/23/2025 @ 9:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Get to know your shelves with this library service modeled after popular subscription boxes. Each month, sign up for a themed box including a book (to borrow) and related goodies (to keep). Librarians select titles and goodies for a different theme each month.

Box pick up will be October 16-23.

Music @ Main: Mustard's Retreat

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Music, Performances
Event Details:

Music @ Main welcomes Mustard's Retreat 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.