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Move and Groove

10:00am - 10:30am
Children, Ages 0-5
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5
Program Type: Reading, Early Literacy
Event Details:

This interactive storytime integrates early literacy, math, and cognitive development through song, movement and rhyme. For ages birth - 5 years. No 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.

Move and Groove

11:00am - 11:30am
Children, Ages 0-5
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5
Program Type: Reading, Early Literacy
Event Details:

This interactive storytime integrates early literacy, math, and cognitive development through song, movement and rhyme. For ages birth - 5 years. No 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.

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.

Rockin’ Readers

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Main Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
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.

Move and Groove

10:00am - 10:30am
Children, Ages 0-5
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5
Program Type: Reading, Early Literacy
Event Details:

This interactive storytime integrates early literacy, math, and cognitive development through song, movement and rhyme. For ages birth - 5 years. No 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.

Move and Groove

11:00am - 11:30am
Children, Ages 0-5
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5
Program Type: Reading, Early Literacy
Event Details:

This interactive storytime integrates early literacy, math, and cognitive development through song, movement and rhyme. For ages birth - 5 years. No 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.

Life Readers Book Club at Connect

2:15pm - 3:15pm
Seniors
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: 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.

Spice Club

02/11/2025 @ 9:00am - 02/18/2025 @ 9:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 48
Event Details:

Do you enjoy cooking and exploring new flavors? Then the West Bloomfield Library Spice Club is for you! Each month sign up to receive a box with a new spice and recipes to try at home.

Disclaimer(s)

Allergies

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

Rockin’ Readers

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Main Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 27
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.

Judge a Book By Its Lover: "The Duke & I" by Julia Quinn

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Commons
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading
Event Details:

Are you a lover of love stories? Join our romance book club, Judge A Book By Its Lover! Each month, we will dive into a new romance novel, exploring everything from popular bestsellers to hidden gems.

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.

Book Drop- Subscription Box - Romantic Reads

02/13/2025 @ 9:00am - 02/20/2025 @ 9:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
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 February 13-20

Speed Dating with Books @ CONNECT

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading, Book Talks
Event Details:

Make this Valentine's day a special one by finding the perfect book "match." Join West Bloomfield librarians as they share over 15 book recommendations in a community setting.

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.

Friends BOOKTalk: "James" by Percival Everett

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 February, we'll be discussing James by Percival Everett.

Facilitator: Diane Henderson

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.

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.

Friends BOOKTalk: "James" by Percival Everett

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 February, we'll be discussing James by Percival Everett.

Facilitator: Diane Henderson

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.

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.

Tooth Fairy Legends & Lore

11:00am - 11:45am
Grades K-2
Main Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Grades K-2
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

What happens when you lose your baby teeth? Learn the ways people throughout the world mark this growing-up event through stories, crafts, & games.

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.

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.

Silent Book Club

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Reflection Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading
Event Details:

Often with traditional book clubs there's the scramble to finish the assigned book, and the pressure to have something smart to say.

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.

Move and Groove

10:00am - 10:30am
Children, Ages 0-5
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5
Program Type: Reading, Early Literacy
Event Details:

This interactive storytime integrates early literacy, math, and cognitive development through song, movement and rhyme. For ages birth - 5 years. No 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.

Move and Groove

11:00am - 11:30am
Children, Ages 0-5
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5
Program Type: Reading, Early Literacy
Event Details:

This interactive storytime integrates early literacy, math, and cognitive development through song, movement and rhyme. For ages birth - 5 years. No 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.

Read to a Dog

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

Move and Groove

10:00am - 10:30am
Children, Ages 0-5
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5
Program Type: Reading, Early Literacy
Event Details:

This interactive storytime integrates early literacy, math, and cognitive development through song, movement and rhyme. For ages birth - 5 years. No 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.

Move and Groove

11:00am - 11:30am
Children, Ages 0-5
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Center
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5
Program Type: Reading, Early Literacy
Event Details:

This interactive storytime integrates early literacy, math, and cognitive development through song, movement and rhyme. For ages birth - 5 years. No 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.

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.

Author Evening with Shelby Van Pelt

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Off Site
Registration Open
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading, Book Talks
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

New York Times Bestselling Author Shelby Van Pelt will be joining readers from the community to talk about her novel Remarkably Bright Creatures. The event will feature an author discussion and book signing.

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.

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.

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.