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Berlin: History and Highlights

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lectures
Event Details:

Berlin has been called edgy, poor (financially), rich (culturally), liberal, exciting, historical, international, and never-ending.

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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

Ikebana: The Art of Japanese Flower Arrangement

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Lectures, Performances
Event Details:

Join us for an enriching presentation on Ikebana, the traditional Japanese art of flower arranging with Leslie Rosisnki president of Ikebana International Detroit Chapter 85.

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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.

Holiday

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

The Benefits of Plant-Based Eating

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Lectures
Registration Required
Event Details:

What if one simple change could boost your health, help the planet, and improve animal welfare? Katie Johnson from VegMichigan will share how eating more plant-forward does all that—and more!

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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.

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

Behind the Scenes of History: 300 Years of Mackinac

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lectures
Event Details:

Andrew Kercher examines the history and the present of the Straits of Mackinac. Visited by millions, Mackinac is a special place for many Michiganders.

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

College Admissions Tips & Tricks: College Application Workshop

6:00pm–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: Reading, Lectures
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this presentation hosted by former University of Michigan senior admission officer, Ashleigh Taylor of Empowered 4 College Counseling, students will be introduced to the Common Application platform, brainstorm personal statement essay topics, a

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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.

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.

Holiday

All Day 8/30–9/1
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Westacres Branch, Online, Off Site
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

College Admissions 101

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

In this informational presentation hosted by former admission officer, Ashleigh Taylor of Empowered 4 College Counseling, students and parents will be introduced to how college applications are evaluated behind the scenes and will be pro

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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.

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.

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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.

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.

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