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D.I.Y. Stickers

10:30am - 11:30am
Children, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Westacres Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Westacres Branch
Room: Westacres Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Arts & DIY, STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Have you ever had the perfect idea for a sticker? Well, now is your chance! Join us to create the sticker of your dreams. 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.

Rainbow Circus

10:30am - 11:30am
Children, Ages 0-5, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Family, Performances
Event Details:

This color-themed circus program features a delightful blend of dance and music to entertain audiences of all ages. Silk fans, hula hoops, levitation wands, magic plate spinning, Poi dancing and more!

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.

Summer Speech Worms-Articulation

11:00am - 11:45am
Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Reading, Early Literacy
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

This class is designed for the children who have been working on those tricky speech sounds. This program will offer strategies, parent coaching and carry over activities to help keep the practice going through the summer.

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.

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.

Roblox with iCodeX

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children, Grades 3-5
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Children, Grades 3-5
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join our instructor-led Roblox Studio Class where students dive into game development using Lua scripting and 3D design.

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.

Roblox with iCodeX

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children, Grades 3-5
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Children, Grades 3-5
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join our instructor-led Roblox Studio Class where students dive into game development using Lua scripting and 3D design.

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.

The Music Lady

10:30am - 11:30am
Children, Ages 0-5, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Family
Event Details:

Get ready to sing, dance, move, and groove with Beverly Meyer “The Music Lady” and her guitar! Beverly has over 30 years of experience engaging with families through concerts and music programs.

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.

Music at the Blissful Family Concert

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children, Ages 0-5, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Music
Event Details:

Join us for a fun-filled, interactive, movement-packed family concert with Musician, Evan Haller. Come ready for fun as we sing, jump, shake, and laugh the afternoon away. For all ages.

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.

Walkabout Mini Golf VR Tournament

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Grades 3-5, Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Grades 3-5, Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

If you love miniature golf and virtual reality, tee up for our 1st annual mini golf VR tournament!  You will have up to 45 minutes to complete 9 holes of miniature golf in Walkabout Mini Golf on one of our Meta Quest 3 VR headsets.&

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.

Walkabout Mini Golf VR Tournament

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Grades 3-5, Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Grades 3-5, Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

If you love miniature golf and virtual reality, tee up for our 1st annual mini golf VR tournament!  You will have up to 45 minutes to complete 9 holes of miniature golf in Walkabout Mini Golf on one of our Meta Quest 3 VR headsets.&

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.

Walkabout Mini Golf VR Tournament

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Grades 3-5, Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Grades 3-5, Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

If you love miniature golf and virtual reality, tee up for our 1st annual mini golf VR tournament!  You will have up to 45 minutes to complete 9 holes of miniature golf in Walkabout Mini Golf on one of our Meta Quest 3 VR headsets.&

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.

Absolutely Baffling Magic

10:30am - 11:30am
Children, Ages 0-5, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Family, Performances
Event Details:

Baffling Bill ignites your imagination with a show featuring the astounding art of magic. It includes audience participation, extraordinary experiences, and a lot of fun.

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.

Tween Coding Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Grades 3-5, Teens, Grades 6-8
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Grades 3-5, Teens, Grades 6-8
Program Type: STEAM, Technology Classes
Registration 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.

Rockin’ Readers

10:00am - 11:00am
Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Does your child need help with reading skills such as comprehension, fluency, vocabulary, and writing?

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.

Holiday

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

Summer Speech Worms-Articulation

11:00am - 11:45am
Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Reading, Early Literacy
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

This class is designed for the children who have been working on those tricky speech sounds. This program will offer strategies, parent coaching and carry over activities to help keep the practice going through the summer.

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.

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.

Rockin’ Readers

10:00am - 11:00am
Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Does your child need help with reading skills such as comprehension, fluency, vocabulary, and writing?

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.

Caribbean Colors Steel Drum Concert

10:30am - 11:30am
Children, Ages 0-5, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Family
Event Details:

Join us for a Caribbean Steel Drum adventure that takes the audience on a colorful cloud of musical celebration.

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.

Summer Speech Worms-Articulation

11:00am - 11:45am
Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Reading, Early Literacy
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

This class is designed for the children who have been working on those tricky speech sounds. This program will offer strategies, parent coaching and carry over activities to help keep the practice going through the summer.

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.

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.

V-Art-Painting with Vermillion

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Grades 3-5, Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Grades 3-5, Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Grab a virtual brush and canvas and paint a masterpiece with a VR app called Vermillion.  After a demonstration of Vermillion, attendees will be able to paint something on their own or a paint by numbers style painting.  For ag

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.

Read to a Dog

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Main Library
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.

Rockin’ Readers

10:00am - 11:00am
Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Does your child need help with reading skills such as comprehension, fluency, vocabulary, and writing?

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.

Summer Reading Soiree

4:00pm - 7:00pm
Children, Ages 0-5, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Family, Music, Performances, Early Literacy
Event Details:

The library loves summer and what better way to celebrate than with a PARTY! Grab your friends and join us at Keith Sports Park for an early evening of music with Jim Gill, building with Big Blue blocks, and other fun 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.

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.

Weather Permitting

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

​A Sing-along & Play-along Concert with Jim Gill!

5:00pm - 5:45pm
Children, Ages 0-5, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Music, Performances, Early Literacy
Event Details:

Get ready to sing, clap, and dance along during this visit by award-winning musician and author Jim Gill.

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.

Weather Permitting

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

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.