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This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group
This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group

Adventures in Art

10:30am–11:30am
Children, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Registration Required
Event Details:

Monthly 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.

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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.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Talkin' Broadway: "Gypsy"

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: 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.

A Little Night Music

Sunday, March 15 at 2 pm

Annie

Sunday April 19 at 2 pm

Gypsy

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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.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

True Crime Book Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading
Event Details:

March - The Feather Thief: Beauty, Obsession, and the Natural History Heist of the Century by Kirk Wallace Johnson

 

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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.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Storytime Pop-up at the Park!

10:30am–11:15am
Children, Ages 0-5
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5
Program Type: Family, Early Literacy
Event Details:

Join us for a special outdoor storytime with our new outreach van at Bloomer Park! Boost your child’s early literacy skills while having fun during this interactive storytime pop-up in the park.

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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.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Open Table Gaming

11:00am–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Bring your own games and enjoy an open space to play with other patrons

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Tech Crafts

6:30pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & DIY, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover the magic of turning digital designs into physical objects. In this exciting hands-on workshop, participants will have the opportunity to create unique projects using a laser cutter, 3D printer, or sublimation printer.

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.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Move and Groove

10:00am–10:30am
Children, Ages 0-5
Westacres Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Westacres Branch
Room: Westacres Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5
Program Type: Early Literacy
Registration Required
Event Details:

This interactive storytime integrates early literacy, math, and cognitive development through song, movement, and rhyme. For ages birth-5 years. 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.

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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.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Move and Groove

11:00am–11:30am
Children, Ages 0-5
Westacres Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Westacres Branch
Room: Westacres Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5
Program Type: Early Literacy
Registration Required
Event Details:

This interactive storytime integrates early literacy, math, and cognitive development through song, movement, and rhyme. For ages birth-5 years. 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.

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.

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

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)

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.

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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

What's Cooking? - Vive Restaurant

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lectures
Event Details:

What’s Cooking? features local chefs and other food and beverage experts as they give demonstrations with generous samples. No registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Allergies

The library cannot guarantee that this event will be free from allergens. Please contact the library for further questions or concerns.

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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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

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.

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

Brick Buddies: The Lego Crew

4:30pm–6:00pm
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: Arts & DIY, STEAM
Event Details:

Join us at the library for a thrilling themed Lego® building event! Get ready to whip up your own dazzling masterpiece that perfectly fits with our designated theme.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Canva Club

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Canva Club is a creative space where you can design anything from flyers, cards, and posters to social media graphics, websites, presentations, and beyond.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group

Graduation Cap Decorating

7:00pm–8:00pm
Teens, Grades 9-12
Westacres Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Westacres Branch
Room: Westacres Activity Center
Age Group: Teens, Grades 9-12
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready to stand out on graduation day! Decorate your graduation cap to make it uniquely your own.

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.

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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.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Open Table Gaming

11:00am–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Bring your own games and enjoy an open space to play with other patrons

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.

Holiday

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

Holiday

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

Holiday

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Westacres Branch, Online, Off Site
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Open Table Gaming

11:00am–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Bring your own games and enjoy an open space to play with other patrons

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Introduction to Podcasting

6:30pm–7:15pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Classes
Event Details:

Jeremy & Gage from Head in the Office offer practical advice and insights into starting a podcast, building an audience, maintaining a social media presence, and parsing your analytics to find areas of improvement.

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.

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

Bunch of Library Tweens

6:00pm–7:30pm
Grades 3-5
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Grades 3-5
Program Type: Arts & DIY, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Looking for a place to kick back, chill out, and just be yourself? Bunch of Library Tweens is your space to hang with friends, get creative, and try new things.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

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.