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Name: Book Drop- Subscription Box - Beach Reads
Start: 2025-07-17T09:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-07-24T21:00:00-04:00
Location: Main Branch

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All Day	This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Book Drop- Subscription Box - Beach Reads 07/17/2025 @ 9:00am - 07/24/2025 @ 9:00pm Adults, Seniors Main Library Required This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Library Branch: Main Library Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Reading 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 July 17-24.
10 am		This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. Jump ‘N Jive 10:00am - 10:30am Children, Ages 0-5 Main Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Center Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5 Program Type: Early Literacy Event Details: This interactive storytime will have your child “springing” into action with dancing, stories and fingerplays to build literacy skills and become a lifelong learner. For ages birth-5 years. 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. 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 "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Grades K-2" group. This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group. Paint Party 10:00am - 11:00am Children, Ages 0-5, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5 Westacres Branch Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Grades K-2" group. This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group. Library Branch: Westacres Branch Room: Westacres Terrace Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5 Program Type: Arts & DIY, STEAM Required Seats Remaining: 25 Event Details: Come paint with us! 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. 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. Weather Permitting This event may be canceled or modified if there is inclement weather. Check back here for updates.	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Grades K-2" group. This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group. Circus Camp 10:30am - 11:30am Children, Ages 0-5, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5 Off Site Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Grades K-2" group. This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5 Program Type: Family, Performances Event Details: Circus Skills program captures the magic of the circus while emphasizing the importance of reading. Reading Circus is a travel exhibition of performing skills in comedy, juggling, stilt walking, and unicycle riding. 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. 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 "Ages 0-5" group. Jump and Jive 10:00am - 10:30am Children, Ages 0-5 Westacres Branch Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. Library Branch: Westacres Branch Room: Westacres Activity Center Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5 Program Type: Early Literacy Required Seats Remaining: 25 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. Summer Speech Worms-P.L.A.Y: Preschool Language Acquisition Years 10:00am - 10:45am Children, Ages 0-5 Main Library Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Center Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5 Program Type: Reading, Early Literacy Required Seats Remaining: 10 Event Details: This program is designed to engage parents in language rich activities with their little ones. This class will provide caregivers with the necessary tools to move the language from the library to their homes. 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 "Grades K-2" group. This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group. Rockin’ Readers 10:00am - 11:00am Grades K-2, Grades 3-5 Main Library Required This event is in the "Grades K-2" group. This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Center Age Group: Grades K-2, Grades 3-5 Program Type: Reading Required Seats Remaining: 25 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. Let's Talk: An English Language Conversation Group 10:00am - 12:00pm Adults Main Library This event is in the "Adults" group. 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. This event is in the "Grades K-2" group. This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group. Joel's Picasso Magic Show 10:30am - 11:30am Children, Ages 0-5, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5 Off Site Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Grades K-2" group. This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5 Program Type: Family Event Details: Art-themed books of all sorts are brought to life with amazing magic, wacky stunts and lots of audience participation. Joel’s Picasso Magic Show is the perfect way to get drawn into summer reading. 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. Weather Permitting This event may be canceled or modified if there is inclement weather. Check back here for updates.
11 am		This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. Jump ‘N Jive 11:00am - 11:30am Children, Ages 0-5 Main Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Center Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5 Program Type: Early Literacy Event Details: This interactive storytime will have your child “springing” into action with dancing, stories and fingerplays to build literacy skills and become a lifelong learner. For ages birth-5 years. 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. 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 "Ages 0-5" group. Jump and Jive 11:00am - 11:30am Children, Ages 0-5 Westacres Branch Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. Library Branch: Westacres Branch Room: Westacres Activity Center Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5 Program Type: Early Literacy Required Seats Remaining: 25 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 "Grades K-2" group. This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group. Summer Speech Worms-Articulation 11:00am - 11:45am Grades K-2, Grades 3-5 Main Library Required This event is in the "Grades K-2" group. This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Center Age Group: Grades K-2, Grades 3-5 Program Type: Reading, Early Literacy Required Seats Remaining: 10 Event Details: This class is designed for the children who have been working on those tricky speech sounds. This program will offer strategies, parent coaching and carry over activities to help keep the practice going through the summer. 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.
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1 pm					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 This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. 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.
2 pm				This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Social Media Basics 2:30pm - 4:00pm Adults, Seniors Main Library Required This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Community Commons Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Technology Classes Required Seats Remaining: 15 Event Details: In this class, we'll cover the basics of using the social media apps Facebook and Instagram. You'll learn how to set up and manage your accounts, post photos, videos, and updates, and connect with others through likes, comments, and shares. 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 "Children" group. This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group. Drones with iCodeX 2:00pm - 3:00pm Children, Grades 3-5 Main Library Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Community Commons Age Group: Children, Grades 3-5 Program Type: STEAM Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: In our one-hour Drones with Python 3 session, students will learn to code and control drones using Python, exploring real-world applications of aerial robotics and automation. 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 "Grades 6-8" group. This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group. Saturday Crafternoons 2:30pm - 4:00pm Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12 Main Library Required 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. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Community Commons Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12 Program Type: Arts & DIY Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: Have fun doing a variety of craftivities on Saturday afternoons. Join Heather Earnley, a local art instructor, as she leads you through fun crafts. All supplies will be provided. For young adults in 6-12 grades. 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.
3 pm					This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group. Drones with iCodeX 3:30pm - 4:30pm Children, Grades 3-5 Main Library Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Community Commons Age Group: Children, Grades 3-5 Program Type: STEAM Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: In our one-hour Drones with Python 3 session, students will learn to code and control drones using Python, exploring real-world applications of aerial robotics and automation. 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.
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6 pm		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 This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. 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. 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 "Teens" group. This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group. This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Tech Crafts for Teens & Adults 6:30pm - 8:00pm Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults Main Library Required 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Community Commons Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults Program Type: Arts & DIY, STEAM Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: Join us for an exciting hands-on workshop where teens and adults can discover the magic of turning digital designs into physical objects. 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 "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 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. 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Books on the Trail- The Vanishing Half 6:00pm - 7:00pm Adults, Seniors Off Site Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Reading, Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 10 Event Details: The health benefits of walking are numerous–why not take advantage of the many trails in West Bloomfield? 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. Weather Permitting This event may be canceled or modified if there is inclement weather. Check back here for updates.
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. 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 "Teens" group. This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group. This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group. West Bloomfield Gamers Guild 7:00pm - 8:30pm Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12 Westacres Branch 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. 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 D&D or other roleplaying games, or you’re just curious about roleplaying games, join the West Bloomfield Gamers Guild. Each month will feature an adventure filled with treasures to be gained and enemies and

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