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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.

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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

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

Books and Babies

10:30am–11:00am
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: Early Literacy
Registration Required
Event Details:

It’s never too early to introduce babies to books.

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

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

Little Creature Company

3:00pm–4:00pm
Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Performances
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Little Creature Company is coming to the Main Library! During this presentation, participants will learn about various wild creatures.

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

Preschool Power!

10:30am–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 program supports preschoolers' thriving curiosity with hands-on learning experiences that encourage children to explore and create. For ages 3-5 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 "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.

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

Back to Basics: Simple Strategies for a Healthy Spine

10:00am–11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join local physical therapist Lee Simon, PT, DPT, OMPT for an engaging workshop on understanding and managing low back pain.

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

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

Let's Read: An English Language Book Club

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading, Language Learning
Event Details:

English language learners are invited to join us at Let's Read, a book club designed for individuals who are learning English and looking to improve their language skills.

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

Tween Coding Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: STEAM, Technology Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready to explore the world of coding, creativity, and technology! In this hands-on club, tweens will learn the basics of programming through fun activities like simple robotics, coding challenges, and interactive projects.

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.

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

Resume Workshop

2:30pm–4:30pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Need help creating or updating your resume or cover letter? Drop in during our bi-monthly Resume Workshop to get assistance from a librarian.

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

Books and Babies

10:30am–11:00am
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: Early Literacy
Registration Required
Event Details:

It’s never too early to introduce babies to books.

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

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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group
This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group

West Bloomfield Gamers Guild

6:30pm–8:30pm
Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Westacres Branch
Library Branch: Westacres Branch
Room: Westacres Activity Center
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

If you enjoy playing roleplaying games like Dungeons and Dragons, or you’re just curious about roleplaying games in general, join the West Bloomfield Gamers Guild.  Each month will feature an adventure filled with treasures to be ga

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

Friends BOOKTalk: "The Boys of Riverside" by Thomas Fuller

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading, Book Talks
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Friends BOOKTalk: "The Boys of Riverside" by Thomas Fuller

10:00am–11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading, Book Talks
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Baby & Toddler Paint Party!

10:30am–11:45am
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: Arts & DIY
Registration Required
Event Details:

Does your baby or toddler love to paint? Or have they never tried before?

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.