Upcoming Events

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This event is in the "Children" group
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
Children, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Westacres Branch
Library Branch: Westacres Branch
Room: Westacres Activity Center
Age Group: Children, 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.

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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
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Book Club Reception with Lisa Unger

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

October is National Book Group Month! Join New York Times bestselling author Lisa Unger in a celebration of books and book groups with members of the library’s registered book clubs and the general public.

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

Friends BOOKTalk: "Kingmaker" by Sonia Purnell

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 October, we'll be discussing Kingmaker: Pamela Harriman's Astonishing Life of Power, Seduction, and Intrigue by Sonia Purnell.

Facilitator: Naomi Frenkel

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.

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

Friends BOOKTalk: "Kingmaker" by Sonia Purnell

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 October, we'll be discussing Kingmaker: Pamela Harriman's Astonishing Life of Power, Seduction, and Intrigue by Sonia Purnell.

Facilitator: Naomi Frenkel

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.

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

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. 

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

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. 

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

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. 

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

Pop up Library at CONNECT

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading
Event Details:

Each month a librarian from the West Bloomfield Main Library will be at Connect for an hour with new books and media available for checkout. They will be able to help West Bloomfield residents sign up for and renew library

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

Life Readers Book Club at CONNECT

2:15pm–3:15pm
Adults, Seniors
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading
Event Details:

Connect in a new way with an afternoon book club hosted by the West Bloomfield Library. Join us monthly as we read across the genres and then come together for discussion.

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

Book Drop- Subscription Box - Cozy up with a good mystery

10/16/2025 @ 9:00am–10/23/2025 @ 9:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading
Registration Required
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.

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

Bedtime with your favorite Blue Heeler

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children, Ages 0-5
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5
Program Type: Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

What’s better than pajama storytime at the library? Pajama storytime with your favorite Blue Heeler!

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.

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

Book Drop- Subscription Box - Get Cookin'

11/13/2025 @ 9:00am–11/20/2025 @ 9:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading
Registration Required
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 November 13-20.

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

Friends BOOKTalk: "The God of the Woods" by Liz Moore

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 November, we'll be discussing The God of the Woods by Liz Moore.

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.

Staff In-Service Day

All Day
All Branches
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Book Drop- Subscription Box - DIY for the holidays

12/18/2025 @ 9:00am–12/23/2025 @ 9:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading
Registration Required
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 November December 18-26.

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

Holiday

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

Friends Spring 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. 

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

Friends Spring 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. 

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

Friends Spring 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. 

Election Day

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.

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

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.