Main Library

9:00am-9:00pm

Main Branch
4600 Walnut Lake Rd
West Bloomfield, MI 48323
United States

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Sun: 12:00pm-6:00pm

Mon-Tue: 9:00am-9:00pm

Wed-Thu: Closed

Fri-Sat: 9:00am-6:00pm

Westacres Branch

9:00am-9:00pm

Westacres Branch
7321 Commerce Rd
West Bloomfield, MI 48324
United States

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Sun: 12:00pm-5:00pm

Mon-Tue: 9:00am-9:00pm

Wed-Thu: Closed

Fri-Sat: 9:00am-6:00pm

Week Calendar

On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.

Time	Sun (8/04)	Mon (8/05)	Tue (8/06)	Wed (8/07)	Thu (8/08)	Fri (8/09)	Sat (8/10)
All Day			Closing State Primary All Day Main Library Branches: Main Library Description: The Main Library is closed while voting takes place in the Meeting Room (Precinct 15). The Westacres Branch is open.
10 am					This event is in the "Adults" group Let's Talk: An English Language Conversation Group 10:00am–11:30am Adults Main Library This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 Friends BOOKTalk: "Tom Lake" by Ann Patchett 10:00am–11:00am Adults, Seniors Main Library This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 August, we'll be discussing Tom Lake by Ann Patchett. 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. 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.
11 am
12 pm							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 Japanese Bon Odori Dance Festival 12:00pm–1:30pm Children, Teens, Adults, Seniors Main Library 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & DIY, Music, Performances Event Details: Matsuri Day kicks off with the SAKURA Japanese Instrumental Group for a Bon Odori Dance. 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. 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.
1 pm							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 Japanese Games & Crafts 1:00pm–3:00pm Children, Teens, Adults, Seniors Main Library 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Center Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & DIY, Family, Performances Event Details: Everyone is invited to play Japanese games and make crafts while learning about the culture of Japan. 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. 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.
2 pm							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 Traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony 2:00pm–2:45pm Children, Teens, Adults, Seniors Main Library 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Seniors Program Type: Performances Event Details: Join the Japan Society of Detroit Women's Club for a demonstration of the traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony. The preparation and serving of tea is an art form that requires years of study to master. 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. 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.
3 pm							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 Japanese Calligraphy Performance 3:00pm–4:00pm Children, Teens, Adults, Seniors Main Library 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & DIY Event Details: Shodō (Japanese Calligraphy) expert, Kyoko Fujii, will be demonstrating this form of artistic writing of the Japanese language. Using brushes and ink, Ms. 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. 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.
4 pm						This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Adults" group Summer Reading Finale at the Lily Pad Springs- Session 1 4:00pm–5:30pm Children, Adults Off Site Registration Closed Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Adults" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Children, Adults Program Type: Family, Games Registration Required Event Details: Celebrate a last splash of summer! Refreshments and activities available. There are two time slots. Please choose one and arrive at your selected time. 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.
5 pm
6 pm					This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Friends BOOKTalk 40th Anniversary Celebration 6:30pm–8:30pm Adults, Seniors Main Library This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Reading, Book Talks Event Details: Celebrate 40 years of BOOKTalks with the Friends! Refreshments will be served along with a drawing for future BOOKTalk discussion books, courtesy of the Friends and Schuler Books. 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.	This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Adults" group Summer Reading Finale at the Lily Pad Springs- Session 2 6:00pm–7:30pm Children, Adults Off Site Registration Closed Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Adults" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Children, Adults Program Type: Family, Games Registration Required Event Details: Celebrate a last splash of summer! Refreshments and activities available. There are two time slots. Please choose one and arrive at your selected time. 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.
7 pm				This event is in the "Adults" group Let's Talk: An English Language Conversation Group 7:00pm–8:30pm Adults Main Library This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.