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Wayfinding for Kids

Ypsi Family Reads
2024-04-13 15:00:00 2024-04-13 16:00:00 America/New_York Wayfinding for Kids Learn to navigate with a compass then use it to complete a directional scavenger hunt. Participants get to keep their compass after the event (one per family). For ages 8 & up. Superior - Superior Outside, Meeting Room

Saturday, April 13
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-04-13 15:00:00 2024-04-13 16:00:00 America/New_York Wayfinding for Kids Learn to navigate with a compass then use it to complete a directional scavenger hunt. Participants get to keep their compass after the event (one per family). For ages 8 & up. Superior - Superior Outside, Meeting Room

Superior

Superior Outside, Meeting Room

Learn to navigate with a compass then use it to complete a directional scavenger hunt. Participants get to keep their compass after the event (one per family). For ages 8 & up.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Kids and Parents | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | Ypsi Family Read | STEM |

TAGS: | stem | steam | science |

Superior
Phone: (734) 482-4110
Hours
Mon, Jun 24 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jun 25 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jun 26 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jun 27 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Jun 28 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jun 29 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jun 30 Closed
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About the branch

The new branch on Harris Road has 2 small group study rooms and a large meeting room available.

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Upcoming events

Read, Sing, Play - Ages 1-3
Thu, Jun 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Each week we’ll read a book, sing... more
Each week we’ll read a book, sing lots of songs, then let parents chat while kids play nearby.
Discovery Time - Ages 2-4
Thu, Jun 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Superior - Meeting Room
Learn a variety of preschool... more
Learn a variety of preschool readiness skills , from ABCs to kindness.
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Thu, Jun 27, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch... more
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch Monday-Friday.
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Thu, Jun 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Whittaker
Eat lunch and hear stories read... more
Eat lunch and hear stories read aloud by your favorite storytime presenters. Free for youth 0-18, thanks to Food Gatherers and the Michigan Department of Education.
Summer of HeART - with Youth Arts Alliance
Thu, Jun 27, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Express yourself through art, music,... more
Express yourself through art, music, and more.
STEM Play - Spy Academy
Thu, Jun 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Build STEM skills through fun,... more
Build STEM skills through fun, hands-on activities. Learn about a range of STEM topics from engineering and design to chemistry and coding. This week: make signaling devices, secret ink, and more!
Savvy Science Kids' Club - Summer of HeART
Thu, Jun 27, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Superior
For kids who love to investigate and... more
For kids who love to investigate and explore!
Read to Hugo
Thu, Jun 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Superior - Study Room 1
Reading to a Therapaws dog helps... more
Reading to a Therapaws dog helps children build confidence and become better readers.
Garden questions? Ask The Master Gardener!
Thu, Jun 27, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Lobby
Get help on garden questions and... more
Get help on garden questions and problems from Advanced Master Gardener Carol Brodbeck.
Canceled
Read to Moon the Library Dog
Thu, Jun 27, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Whittaker
Reading to a Therapaws dog helps... more
Reading to a Therapaws dog helps children develop confidence and become better readers. Sign up for a 10-minute slot with Moon. REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Email mitchell@ypsilibrary.org.
Ypsilanti Zine Club - Work on zines, make friends, add to YDL’s zine collection
Thu, Jun 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Room 1C
A space to work on zines together,... more
A space to work on zines together, share techniques and ideas, and make zine friends. Basic art materials provided. Find out how you can contribute your own zine to YDL’s growing zine collection!
Microsoft PowerPoint – Basics
Thu, Jun 27, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Whittaker - Computer Lab
Learn how to create and add graphics... more
Learn how to create and add graphics and multimedia to a presentation. Basic PC, keyboard, and mouse skills required. Register online or call 734-482-4110 x2411.
Registration is now closed
Outdoor Sensory Stations - Nature Play for Little Ones
Fri, Jun 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Garden,Whittaker Youth Area
Explore, discover, and build a love... more
Explore, discover, and build a love of nature at our outdoor sensory stations near the garden. Click to see weekly activities.
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Fri, Jun 28, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch... more
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch Monday-Friday.
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Fri, Jun 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Whittaker
Eat lunch and hear stories read... more
Eat lunch and hear stories read aloud by your favorite storytime presenters. Free for youth 0-18, thanks to Food Gatherers and the Michigan Department of Education.
Summer of HeART - with Youth Arts Alliance
Fri, Jun 28, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Express yourself through art, music,... more
Express yourself through art, music, and more.
Nature STEAM - Fairy Wings, Crowns and Bracelets
Fri, Jun 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Garden,Whittaker Triangular Bay
Hands-on STEAM outside near the... more
Hands-on STEAM outside near the garden and on the front lawn! Learn about gardening, birding, nature identification, water and erosion, sound and more. This week: Make fairy wings, crowns & bracelets.
Bookmobile Storytime at Mich Ave - All Ages Stories and Play!
Fri, Jun 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bookmobile
Kids of all ages are invited to this... more
Kids of all ages are invited to this storytime hour on the Bookmobile outside of Michigan Avenue this summer.
Summer Party - Teen After Hours
Fri, Jun 28, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Garden,Whittaker Community Room Patio
Celebrate summer with NERF Mobile... more
Celebrate summer with NERF Mobile Games and other lawn games, plus picnic food, ice cream bar, and prizes. Bring a blanket to sit on the lawn and relax with friends while you eat.
Senior Game Time at Ypsilanti Farmer's Market
Sat, Jun 29, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Ypsilanti Farmer's Market
Seniors: Join us at the market for... more
Seniors: Join us at the market for senior game time! Each month we'll play a new game or puzzle and have lots of library resources available. Learning (and FUN) Never Gets Old.
Canceled
YDL Guitar Club
Sat, Jun 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Whittaker
Bring your acoustic or electric... more
Bring your acoustic or electric guitar, pick a favorite simple song you want to share, and let's practice some tunes together!
Microsoft Excel – Pivot Tables (Intermediate)
Sat, Jun 29, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Whittaker - Computer Lab
Learn how to perform simple data... more
Learn how to perform simple data analysis using Excel’s PivotTable feature.
What Is A Doula? - Learn about doulas
Sat, Jun 29, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Join Wrapped in Love Doula &... more
Join Wrapped in Love Doula & Lactation Support to learn about doulas and what they do, and how they can benefit you. Childcare available.
Social Media 101
Sat, Jun 29, 11:00am - 12:15pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Learn how to maintain an authentic... more
Learn how to maintain an authentic and safe social media presence by gaining insight into how the popular sites work.
Storytime at the Pool
Sat, Jun 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Rutherford Pool
Hear stories and songs after Tot... more
Hear stories and songs after Tot Splash at Rutherford Pool!
Canceled
3D Printer Palooza - Show, Tell, & Learn
Sat, Jun 29, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Whittaker
See what 3D printers can do and how... more
See what 3D printers can do and how they do it. Bring your own 3d printer and show off what you're doing with it!
Microsoft Word – Tips, Tricks, and Hacks
Sat, Jun 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Whittaker - Computer Lab
Learn a few tips, hidden tricks, and... more
Learn a few tips, hidden tricks, and time-saving hacks to get the most out of this word processing program.
Jumpstart Kindergarten - Ages 4-6
Mon, Jul 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Whittaker - Whittaker Youth Area ,Whittaker Story Time Room
Learning is fun at Jumpstart... more
Learning is fun at Jumpstart Kindergarten! Find an engaging blend of activities and stories designed to help prepare preschoolers for school success, from scissor skills to STEM.
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Mon, Jul 01, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch... more
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch Monday-Friday.
Mahjong Meetup
Mon, Jul 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
We're offering a weekly Mahjong... more
We're offering a weekly Mahjong group and want you to join! Bring yourself and a friend or two. American and Chinese-style sets provided, you're welcome to bring your own.
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Mon, Jul 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Whittaker - Community Room
Eat lunch and hear stories read... more
Eat lunch and hear stories read aloud by your favorite storytime presenters. Free for youth 0-18, thanks to Food Gatherers and the Michigan Department of Education.
Healthy Habits Start Now
Mon, Jul 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Experience how physical activity and... more
Experience how physical activity and nutrition work together to keep our bodies healthy and happy.
Noise Permit Workshop
Mon, Jul 01, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Parkridge Community Center
In partnership with the Ozone House... more
In partnership with the Ozone House Drop-In Center, YDL invites all teens to attend our Noise Permit music workshops on Mondays and Wednesdays at 4:30pm at the Parkridge Community Center.
Register
Baby Storytime
Tue, Jul 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Superior - Meeting Room
Hear a book and learn fun songs... more
Hear a book and learn fun songs during a short lap-sit storytime designed for pre-walkers. Then, stay to chat with other parents and caregivers while your little one plays.
Discovery Time - Ages 2-4
Tue, Jul 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Learn a variety of... more
Learn a variety of preschool-readiness skills, from ABCs to kindness through music, parachute, and books, followed by exploratory play.
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Tue, Jul 02, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch... more
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch Monday-Friday.
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Tue, Jul 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Whittaker - Community Room
Eat lunch and hear stories read... more
Eat lunch and hear stories read aloud by your favorite storytime presenters. Free for youth 0-18, thanks to Food Gatherers and the Michigan Department of Education.
Google Calendar - Basics
Tue, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Whittaker - Computer Lab
Get organized! Learn the basics for... more
Get organized! Learn the basics for setting up and using Google Calendar.
Healthy Habits Start Now
Tue, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Experience how physical activity and... more
Experience how physical activity and nutrition work together to keep our bodies healthy and happy.
Family Yoga Time
Tue, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Yoga is fun for kids and families!... more
Yoga is fun for kids and families! Local yoga instructor Tammy Foote will incorporate movement, yoga poses, physical creativity, and stories to help kids increase their focus, strength, and balance.
Teen Great Stories Book Club - Finding Your Inner Voice
Tue, Jul 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Spark East Innovation Center
Join YDL & Ozone House on the first... more
Join YDL & Ozone House on the first and third Tuesdays of the month for a fun-filled book club featuring friends, snacks, free books that you get to keep, and a gift card raffle at each session!
Knitting Plus
Tue, Jul 02, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Meet with other yarnies and share... more
Meet with other yarnies and share your projects and ideas every Tuesday. Open to all, any handcraft welcome!
Meditation with Ease - Guided in-person meditation
Tue, Jul 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Meditation has many benefits for our... more
Meditation has many benefits for our health and well-being. Drop in for simple, guided, non-religious awareness practices in the company of friends you may not have met yet!
Genealogy and Family History Bunch
Tue, Jul 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Room 1C
Come meet in this new informal... more
Come meet in this new informal group for those interested in genealogy and family history.
Read, Sing, Play - Walkers through age 3
Wed, Jul 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Superior - Meeting Room
Learn colors, shapes, and numbers... more
Learn colors, shapes, and numbers through music and movement.
Baby Time
Wed, Jul 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Hear a book and learn fun songs... more
Hear a book and learn fun songs during a short lap-sit storytime designed for pre-walkers. Then stay to chat with other parents and caregivers while your little one plays. 
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Wed, Jul 03, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch... more
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch Monday-Friday.
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Wed, Jul 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Whittaker - Community Room
Eat lunch and hear stories read... more
Eat lunch and hear stories read aloud by your favorite storytime presenters. Free for youth 0-18, thanks to Food Gatherers and the Michigan Department of Education.
Healthy Habits Start Now
Wed, Jul 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Experience how physical activity and... more
Experience how physical activity and nutrition work together to keep our bodies healthy and happy.
Tween Scene - Stepping Stones
Wed, Jul 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay,Whittaker Garden
Afternoon gathering for kids ages... more
Afternoon gathering for kids ages 8-12 to get creative independently while parents and younger siblings enjoy the youth department or garden play areas. This week, make a mosaic stepping stone.
Noise Permit Workshop
Wed, Jul 03, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Parkridge Community Center
In partnership with the Ozone House... more
In partnership with the Ozone House Drop-In Center, YDL invites all teens to attend our Noise Permit music workshops on Mondays and Wednesdays at 4:30pm at the Parkridge Community Center.
Register
95th 4th of July Parade
Thu, Jul 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Bookmobile
Celebrate the 95th Annual Ypsilanti... more
Celebrate the 95th Annual Ypsilanti 4th of July Parade with the YDL Bookmobile!
Friday Walking Club (55+)
Fri, Jul 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Whittaker - Whittaker Lobby
Exercise and socialize with a... more
Exercise and socialize with a 30-minute walk along a path near the Whittaker Road Library. Questions? Call (734) 482-4110 x2411.
Outdoor Sensory Stations - Nature Play for Little Ones
Fri, Jul 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Garden,Whittaker Youth Area
Explore, discover, and build a love... more
Explore, discover, and build a love of nature at our outdoor sensory stations near the garden. Click to see weekly activities.
Canceled
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Fri, Jul 05, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Superior
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch... more
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch Monday-Friday.
Nature STEAM - Math in the Garden
Fri, Jul 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Garden,Whittaker Triangular Bay
Hands-on STEAM outside near the... more
Hands-on STEAM outside near the garden and on the front lawn! Learn about gardening, birding, nature identification, water and erosion, sound and more. This week: Weigh, measure, compare, and taste!
Bookmobile Storytime at Mich Ave - All Ages Stories and Play!
Fri, Jul 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bookmobile
Kids of all ages are invited to this... more
Kids of all ages are invited to this storytime hour on the Bookmobile outside of Michigan Avenue this summer.
Market Storytime
Sat, Jul 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Depot Town Farmers Market
Find us at the Ypsi Depot Town... more
Find us at the Ypsi Depot Town Farmer's Market for stories, songs, and play!
What is a Doula? - Learn about doulas
Sat, Jul 06, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Join Wrapped in Love Doula &... more
Join Wrapped in Love Doula & Lactation Support to learn about doulas and what they do.
Skateboard Art - with T'onna Clemons
Sat, Jul 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Kids 8 & up, decorate a skateboard... more
Kids 8 & up, decorate a skateboard to keep.
Jumpstart Kindergarten - Ages 4-6
Mon, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Whittaker - Whittaker Youth Area ,Whittaker Story Time Room
Learning is fun at Jumpstart... more
Learning is fun at Jumpstart Kindergarten! Find an engaging blend of activities and stories designed to help prepare preschoolers for school success, from scissor skills to STEM.
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Mon, Jul 08, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch... more
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch Monday-Friday.
Mahjong Meetup
Mon, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
We're offering a weekly Mahjong... more
We're offering a weekly Mahjong group and want you to join! Bring yourself and a friend or two. American and Chinese-style sets provided, you're welcome to bring your own.
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Mon, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Whittaker - Community Room
Eat lunch and hear stories read... more
Eat lunch and hear stories read aloud by your favorite storytime presenters. Free for youth 0-18, thanks to Food Gatherers and the Michigan Department of Education.
Garden-To-Table - Superior Learning Garden
Mon, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
We will use freshly picked produce... more
We will use freshly picked produce from our Learning Garden to cook tasty snacks and treats.
Creative Arts for Kids - Draw with Kam Komics
Mon, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Whittaker
Want to learn the fundamentals of... more
Want to learn the fundamentals of cartooning and comic book/manga drawing? Local comic book artist Kamron Reynolds will show you how.
Noise Permit Workshop
Mon, Jul 08, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Parkridge Community Center
In partnership with the Ozone House... more
In partnership with the Ozone House Drop-In Center, YDL invites all teens to attend our Noise Permit music workshops on Mondays and Wednesdays at 4:30pm at the Parkridge Community Center.
Register
Downtown Queer Crafting Group
Mon, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Riverside Arts Center - Studio 1
Join us for a drop-in,... more
Join us for a drop-in, bring-your-own materials crafting group at the Riverside Arts Center in Studio 1 from 6-8pm.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Superior - Meeting Room
Hear a book and learn fun songs... more
Hear a book and learn fun songs during a short lap-sit storytime designed for pre-walkers. Then, stay to chat with other parents and caregivers while your little one plays.
Discovery Time - Ages 2-4
Tue, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Learn a variety of... more
Learn a variety of preschool-readiness skills, from ABCs to kindness through music, parachute, and books, followed by exploratory play.
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Tue, Jul 09, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch... more
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch Monday-Friday.
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Tue, Jul 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Whittaker - Community Room
Eat lunch and hear stories read... more
Eat lunch and hear stories read aloud by your favorite storytime presenters. Free for youth 0-18, thanks to Food Gatherers and the Michigan Department of Education.
Superior STEM - Sponsored by Toyota
Tue, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Learn all summer long with weekly... more
Learn all summer long with weekly STEM activities.
Movement and More
Tue, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Garden,Whittaker Triangular Bay
Join Healthy Habits Start Now for... more
Join Healthy Habits Start Now for Rec-Connect, weekly game-based physical activities and recipe tastings. Learn how physical activity and nutrition work together to keep our bodies healthy and happy.
ESL Community Tutoring - with Washtenaw Literacy
Tue, Jul 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Superior
English as a Second Language (ESL)... more
English as a Second Language (ESL) community tutoring is a place to practice English language skills in an informal, relaxed setting.
TAG - Teen Advisory Group
Tue, Jul 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Looking for ways to help the... more
Looking for ways to help the community and earn volunteer hours? Join TAG and meet twice each month to help the library best serve Ypsi teens.
Knitting Plus
Tue, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Meet with other yarnies and share... more
Meet with other yarnies and share your projects and ideas every Tuesday. Open to all, any handcraft welcome!
Meditation with Ease - Guided in-person meditation
Tue, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Meditation has many benefits for our... more
Meditation has many benefits for our health and well-being. Drop in for simple, guided, non-religious awareness practices in the company of friends you may not have met yet!
Microsoft Word – Basics
Tue, Jul 09, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Whittaker - Computer Lab
Learn how to create, format, select,... more
Learn how to create, format, select, copy, paste, and edit text.
Science Fiction Book Club
Tue, Jul 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Whittaker - Board Room
Join us every other month for this... more
Join us every other month for this new adult discussion group for fans of science fiction books.
This event is full
LNGO Tai Chi with Darryl Mickens - Library Event
Wed, Jul 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Whittaker - Community Room,Whittaker Garden
Tai Chi is a practice that involves... more
Tai Chi is a practice that involves a series of slow gentle movements and physical postures, a meditative state of mind, and controlled breathing.
Read, Sing, Play - Walkers through age 3
Wed, Jul 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Superior - Meeting Room
Learn colors, shapes, and numbers... more
Learn colors, shapes, and numbers through music and movement.
From Boomers to Zoomers: Zoom Practice for Seniors (55+)
Wed, Jul 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual
Learn the basics of navigating the... more
Learn the basics of navigating the Zoom meeting interface.
Baby Time
Wed, Jul 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Hear a book and learn fun songs... more
Hear a book and learn fun songs during a short lap-sit storytime designed for pre-walkers. Then stay to chat with other parents and caregivers while your little one plays. 
MICHIGAN WORKS! Southeast Community Outreach
Wed, Jul 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Lobby
Come visit MICHIGAN WORKS! at the... more
Come visit MICHIGAN WORKS! at the library. A representative will be on hand to answer your questions and provide information and assistance on job leads, employment, job fairs, and career guidance.
Sun and Sprouts Gardening - Taste and Tell at Michigan Avenue
Wed, Jul 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Michigan - Michigan Ave Library Plaza
Join Library Gardener Stephanie to... more
Join Library Gardener Stephanie to try simple recipes featuring garden ingredients while learning tips and tricks related to gardening, harvesting, and making the most of your garden!
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Wed, Jul 10, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch... more
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch Monday-Friday.
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Wed, Jul 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Whittaker - Community Room
Eat lunch and hear stories read... more
Eat lunch and hear stories read aloud by your favorite storytime presenters. Free for youth 0-18, thanks to Food Gatherers and the Michigan Department of Education.
Summer of HeART - with Youth Arts Alliance
Wed, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Express yourself through art, music,... more
Express yourself through art, music, and more.
Tween Scene - Herbal Skin Care
Wed, Jul 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Garden,Whittaker Triangular Bay
Afternoon gathering for kids ages... more
Afternoon gathering for kids ages 8-12 to get creative independently while parents and younger siblings enjoy the youth department or garden play areas. This week, make sugar scrubs and salves.
Basic Literacy Community Tutoring - with Washtenaw Literacy
Wed, Jul 10, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Superior - Study Room 1
Free drop-in tutoring for adults in... more
Free drop-in tutoring for adults in reading, writing, and more.
Noise Permit Workshop
Wed, Jul 10, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Parkridge Community Center
In partnership with the Ozone House... more
In partnership with the Ozone House Drop-In Center, YDL invites all teens to attend our Noise Permit music workshops on Mondays and Wednesdays at 4:30pm at the Parkridge Community Center.
Register
Classic Comedy/Mystery/Crime Movies - Gambit (1966)
Wed, Jul 10, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Whittaker - Community Room
Classic movies featuring a genre... more
Classic movies featuring a genre mash-up of Comedy/Mystery/Crime.
Writers Room & Drop-in Consulting
Wed, Jul 10, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Join other writers for open writing... more
Join other writers for open writing time in an YpsiWrites Writers Room.
Register
Read, Sing, Play - Ages 1-3
Thu, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Each week we’ll read a book, sing... more
Each week we’ll read a book, sing lots of songs, then let parents chat while kids play nearby.
Discovery Time - Ages 2-4
Thu, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Superior - Meeting Room
Learn a variety of preschool... more
Learn a variety of preschool readiness skills , from ABCs to kindness.
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Thu, Jul 11, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch... more
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch Monday-Friday.
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Thu, Jul 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Whittaker - Community Room
Eat lunch and hear stories read... more
Eat lunch and hear stories read aloud by your favorite storytime presenters. Free for youth 0-18, thanks to Food Gatherers and the Michigan Department of Education.
Summer of HeART - with Youth Arts Alliance
Thu, Jul 11, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Express yourself through art, music,... more
Express yourself through art, music, and more.
Google Docs for Beginners (Adult-Virtual)
Thu, Jul 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Virtual
Learn to format, select, copy,... more
Learn to format, select, copy, paste, and edit text. Also, learn to share and collaborate on a document.
STEM Play - Slime
Thu, Jul 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Build STEM skills through fun,... more
Build STEM skills through fun, hands-on activities. Learn about a range of STEM topics from engineering and design to chemistry and coding. This week: make a variety of slime recipes to take home.
Rabbit Enrichment Service Project
Thu, Jul 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Help make enrichment toys and treats... more
Help make enrichment toys and treats for the Great Lakes Rabbit Sanctuary, learn about rabbit care, and earn service hours.
Read to Moon the Library Dog
Thu, Jul 11, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Whittaker - Board Room
Reading to a Therapaws dog helps... more
Reading to a Therapaws dog helps children develop confidence and become better readers. Sign up for a 10-minute slot with Moon. REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Email mitchell@ypsilibrary.org.
Outdoor Sensory Stations - Nature Play for Little Ones
Fri, Jul 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Garden,Whittaker Youth Area
Explore, discover, and build a love... more
Explore, discover, and build a love of nature at our outdoor sensory stations near the garden. Click to see weekly activities.
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Fri, Jul 12, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch... more
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch Monday-Friday.
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Fri, Jul 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Whittaker - Community Room
Eat lunch and hear stories read... more
Eat lunch and hear stories read aloud by your favorite storytime presenters. Free for youth 0-18, thanks to Food Gatherers and the Michigan Department of Education.
Summer of HeART - with Youth Arts Alliance
Fri, Jul 12, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Express yourself through art, music,... more
Express yourself through art, music, and more.
Nature STEAM - Water Play
Fri, Jul 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Garden,Whittaker Triangular Bay
Hands-on STEAM outside near the... more
Hands-on STEAM outside near the garden and on the front lawn! Learn about gardening, birding, nature identification, water and erosion, sound and more. This week: All about water, and a slip 'n slide!
LNGO Crafternoons - Glaze Studio! - Bisqueware Glazing
Fri, Jul 12, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Glaze Studio - 54 N. Huron Ypsilanti, MI 48197
At this month's LNGO Crafternoon,... more
At this month's LNGO Crafternoon, we'll be going to Glaze Studio at 54 N. Huron St in downtown Ypsilanti.
This event is full
Bookmobile Storytime at Mich Ave - All Ages Stories and Play!
Fri, Jul 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bookmobile
Kids of all ages are invited to this... more
Kids of all ages are invited to this storytime hour on the Bookmobile outside of Michigan Avenue this summer.
Senior Adults: Living Well Health Fair
Sat, Jul 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Whittaker - Community Room,Whittaker Parking Lot
Seniors: Join YDL and the Washtenaw... more
Seniors: Join YDL and the Washtenaw County Health Department and many other orgs for a day of health education and resource sharing.
YDL Guitar Club
Sat, Jul 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Bring your acoustic or electric... more
Bring your acoustic or electric guitar, pick a favorite simple song you want to share, and let's practice some tunes together!
Microsoft Excel – Basics
Sat, Jul 13, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Whittaker - Computer Lab
A basic introduction to... more
A basic introduction to spreadsheets. Learn to enter and edit data, select cell ranges, format cells, use the fill handle, and create simple formulas.
Birthing Basics
Sat, Jul 13, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Join Wrapped in Love Doula &... more
Join Wrapped in Love Doula & Lactation Support to guide you through what to expect as you welcome your new baby. Childcare available.
Storytime at the Park - Ford Heritage Park
Sat, Jul 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ford Heritage Park
Enjoy storytime outside, then play... more
Enjoy storytime outside, then play at the park! Drop in for stories, songs, and movement. Bring a blanket, spread out on the grass, build literacy skills, and have fun.
Drop-in Writing for Wee-bots - Ages 5-8
Sat, Jul 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Youth Area
Hear a book and get inspired!... more
Hear a book and get inspired! Students will experience the joy of story-creating however they are able, from writing to conversation-based brainstorming and development of new ideas.
Register
Intro to Needle Felting: Flowers
Sat, Jul 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Gain a basic understanding of needle... more
Gain a basic understanding of needle felting by making colorful needle-felted flowers. Registration required. Space limited. Register online or call 482-4110 x2431.
This event is full
Microsoft PowerPoint – Basics
Sat, Jul 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Whittaker - Computer Lab
Learn how to create and add graphics... more
Learn how to create and add graphics and multimedia to a presentation. Basic PC, keyboard, and mouse skills required. Register online or call 734-482-4110 x2411.
Jumpstart Kindergarten - Ages 4-6
Mon, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Whittaker - Whittaker Youth Area ,Whittaker Story Time Room
Learning is fun at Jumpstart... more
Learning is fun at Jumpstart Kindergarten! Find an engaging blend of activities and stories designed to help prepare preschoolers for school success, from scissor skills to STEM.
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Mon, Jul 15, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch... more
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch Monday-Friday.
Mahjong Meetup
Mon, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
We're offering a weekly Mahjong... more
We're offering a weekly Mahjong group and want you to join! Bring yourself and a friend or two. American and Chinese-style sets provided, you're welcome to bring your own.
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Mon, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Whittaker - Community Room
Eat lunch and hear stories read... more
Eat lunch and hear stories read aloud by your favorite storytime presenters. Free for youth 0-18, thanks to Food Gatherers and the Michigan Department of Education.
Garden-To-Table - Superior Learning Garden
Mon, Jul 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
We will use freshly picked produce... more
We will use freshly picked produce from our Learning Garden to cook tasty snacks and treats.
Creative Arts for Kids - Mosaic Youth Theater of Detroit
Mon, Jul 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Whittaker
The Mosaic Youth Ambassador Ensemble... more
The Mosaic Youth Ambassador Ensemble will lead kids in collaborative games and activities that build musical and theatrical skills through exploration. Then students get to show off their new skills!
Noise Permit Workshop
Mon, Jul 15, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Parkridge Community Center
In partnership with the Ozone House... more
In partnership with the Ozone House Drop-In Center, YDL invites all teens to attend our Noise Permit music workshops on Mondays and Wednesdays at 4:30pm at the Parkridge Community Center.
Register
Sew Social: a crafting club
Mon, Jul 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Bring your latest project and meet... more
Bring your latest project and meet with crafters that share an enjoyment of needlework! Whether you cross-stitch or embroider, get inspired, share project ideas, seek advice and work on your projects.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Superior - Meeting Room
Hear a book and learn fun songs... more
Hear a book and learn fun songs during a short lap-sit storytime designed for pre-walkers. Then, stay to chat with other parents and caregivers while your little one plays.
Discovery Time - Ages 2-4
Tue, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Learn a variety of... more
Learn a variety of preschool-readiness skills, from ABCs to kindness through music, parachute, and books, followed by exploratory play.
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Tue, Jul 16, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch... more
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch Monday-Friday.
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Tue, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Whittaker - Community Room
Eat lunch and hear stories read... more
Eat lunch and hear stories read aloud by your favorite storytime presenters. Free for youth 0-18, thanks to Food Gatherers and the Michigan Department of Education.
Superior STEM - Sponsored by Toyota
Tue, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Learn all summer long with weekly... more
Learn all summer long with weekly STEM activities.
Movement and More
Tue, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Garden,Whittaker Triangular Bay
Join Healthy Habits Start Now for... more
Join Healthy Habits Start Now for Rec-Connect, weekly game-based physical activities and recipe tastings. Learn how physical activity and nutrition work together to keep our bodies healthy and happy.
Teen Great Stories Book Club - Finding Your Inner Voice
Tue, Jul 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Spark East Innovation Center
Join YDL & Ozone House on the first... more
Join YDL & Ozone House on the first and third Tuesdays of the month for a fun-filled book club featuring friends, snacks, free books that you get to keep, and a gift card raffle at each session!
Make Macarons - Ages 12-18
Tue, Jul 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Story Time Room
Learn to make macarons and take home... more
Learn to make macarons and take home a variety of colors and flavors!
ESL Community Tutoring - with Washtenaw Literacy
Tue, Jul 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Superior
English as a Second Language (ESL)... more
English as a Second Language (ESL) community tutoring is a place to practice English language skills in an informal, relaxed setting.
Knitting Plus
Tue, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Meet with other yarnies and share... more
Meet with other yarnies and share your projects and ideas every Tuesday. Open to all, any handcraft welcome!
Meditation with Ease - Guided in-person meditation
Tue, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Meditation has many benefits for our... more
Meditation has many benefits for our health and well-being. Drop in for simple, guided, non-religious awareness practices in the company of friends you may not have met yet!
Microsoft Word – Intermediate
Tue, Jul 16, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Whittaker - Computer Lab
Learn how to add visual interest to... more
Learn how to add visual interest to your documents using tables, images, lists, and tabs.
LNGO Tai Chi with Darryl Mickens - Library Event
Wed, Jul 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Whittaker - Community Room,Whittaker Garden
Tai Chi is a practice that involves... more
Tai Chi is a practice that involves a series of slow gentle movements and physical postures, a meditative state of mind, and controlled breathing.
Read, Sing, Play - Walkers through age 3
Wed, Jul 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Superior - Meeting Room
Learn colors, shapes, and numbers... more
Learn colors, shapes, and numbers through music and movement.
How to Host a Zoom Meeting (Adult-Virtual)
Wed, Jul 17, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Virtual
Learn the basics for hosting a Zoom... more
Learn the basics for hosting a Zoom meeting from start to finish.
Baby Time
Wed, Jul 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Hear a book and learn fun songs... more
Hear a book and learn fun songs during a short lap-sit storytime designed for pre-walkers. Then stay to chat with other parents and caregivers while your little one plays. 
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Wed, Jul 17, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch... more
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch Monday-Friday.
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Wed, Jul 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Whittaker - Community Room
Eat lunch and hear stories read... more
Eat lunch and hear stories read aloud by your favorite storytime presenters. Free for youth 0-18, thanks to Food Gatherers and the Michigan Department of Education.
Summer of HeART - with Youth Arts Alliance
Wed, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Express yourself through art, music,... more
Express yourself through art, music, and more.
Tween Scene - Squeegee Painting
Wed, Jul 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Afternoon gathering for kids ages... more
Afternoon gathering for kids ages 8-12 to get creative independently while parents and younger siblings enjoy the youth department or garden play areas. This week, make art with squeegees!
Basic Literacy Community Tutoring - with Washtenaw Literacy
Wed, Jul 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Superior - Study Room 1
Free drop-in tutoring for adults in... more
Free drop-in tutoring for adults in reading, writing, and more.
Noise Permit Workshop
Wed, Jul 17, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Parkridge Community Center
In partnership with the Ozone House... more
In partnership with the Ozone House Drop-In Center, YDL invites all teens to attend our Noise Permit music workshops on Mondays and Wednesdays at 4:30pm at the Parkridge Community Center.
Register
Communication Strategies when your Loved One has Dementia
Wed, Jul 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Whittaker - Community Room
Learn to decode the verbal and... more
Learn to decode the verbal and behavioral messages delivered by someone with dementia and identify strategies to help you connect and communicate at each stage of the disease.
Kids Book Club - Grades 3-5
Wed, Jul 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Whittaker - Board Room
Join us for a monthly discussion of... more
Join us for a monthly discussion of a shared book and enjoy a snack. REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Email mitchell@ypsilibrary.org.
Read, Sing, Play - Ages 1-3
Thu, Jul 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Each week we’ll read a book, sing... more
Each week we’ll read a book, sing lots of songs, then let parents chat while kids play nearby.
Discovery Time - Ages 2-4
Thu, Jul 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Superior - Meeting Room
Learn a variety of preschool... more
Learn a variety of preschool readiness skills , from ABCs to kindness.
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Thu, Jul 18, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch... more
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch Monday-Friday.
Senior Advisory Board
Thu, Jul 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Whittaker - Board Room
Seniors (ages 55 and older)! Join us... more
Seniors (ages 55 and older)! Join us each month as we work to represent and give voice to the needs of older adults at the library.
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Thu, Jul 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Whittaker - Community Room
Eat lunch and hear stories read... more
Eat lunch and hear stories read aloud by your favorite storytime presenters. Free for youth 0-18, thanks to Food Gatherers and the Michigan Department of Education.
Summer of HeART - with Youth Arts Alliance
Thu, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Express yourself through art, music,... more
Express yourself through art, music, and more.
Google Docs Tips & Tricks (Adult-Virtual)
Thu, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Virtual
Explore more advanced features of... more
Explore more advanced features of Google Docs: headers and footers, tabs and indents, inserting breaks (page, section, and column), finding and replacing text, and voice typing.
STEM Play - Turning Tops and Beyblade Battles
Thu, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Build STEM skills through fun,... more
Build STEM skills through fun, hands-on activities. Learn about a range of STEM topics from engineering and design to chemistry and coding. This week: make tops, battle beys, and more.
Read to Hugo
Thu, Jul 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Superior - Study Room 1
Reading to a Therapaws dog helps... more
Reading to a Therapaws dog helps children build confidence and become better readers.
Adult Queer Book Group
Thu, Jul 18, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Michigan - Board Room
The Adult Queer Book Group reads and... more
The Adult Queer Book Group reads and discusses literature written by queer-identifying writers with diverse backgrounds. Selected books include fiction, poetry, and graphic novels.
This event is full
Computer Basics - Getting Started
Thu, Jul 18, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Whittaker - Computer Lab
Learn the parts and proper use of... more
Learn the parts and proper use of the computer and Windows basics, including opening/closing applications and managing files/folders.
Friday Walking Club (55+)
Fri, Jul 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Whittaker - Whittaker Lobby
Exercise and socialize with a... more
Exercise and socialize with a 30-minute walk along a path near the Whittaker Road Library. Questions? Call (734) 482-4110 x2411.
Outdoor Sensory Stations - Nature Play for Little Ones
Fri, Jul 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Garden,Whittaker Youth Area
Explore, discover, and build a love... more
Explore, discover, and build a love of nature at our outdoor sensory stations near the garden. Click to see weekly activities.
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Fri, Jul 19, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch... more
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch Monday-Friday.
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Fri, Jul 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Whittaker - Community Room
Eat lunch and hear stories read... more
Eat lunch and hear stories read aloud by your favorite storytime presenters. Free for youth 0-18, thanks to Food Gatherers and the Michigan Department of Education.
Summer of HeART - with Youth Arts Alliance
Fri, Jul 19, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Express yourself through art, music,... more
Express yourself through art, music, and more.
Nature STEAM - Nature Identification and Art
Fri, Jul 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Garden,Whittaker Triangular Bay
Hands-on STEAM outside near the... more
Hands-on STEAM outside near the garden and on the front lawn! Learn about gardening, birding, nature identification, water and erosion, sound and more. This week: Observe, draw and learn about nature!
Bookmobile Storytime at Mich Ave - All Ages Stories and Play!
Fri, Jul 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bookmobile
Kids of all ages are invited to this... more
Kids of all ages are invited to this storytime hour on the Bookmobile outside of Michigan Avenue this summer.
Storytime and House Music
Sat, Jul 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Join us for storytime and dancing to... more
Join us for storytime and dancing to some high energy House Music.
Drop-in Writing for Wee-bots - Ages 5-8
Sat, Jul 20, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Hear a book and get inspired!... more
Hear a book and get inspired! Students will experience the joy of story-creating however they are able, from writing to conversation-based brainstorming and development of new ideas.
Register
Storytime at the Pool
Sat, Jul 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Rutherford Pool
Hear stories and songs after Tot... more
Hear stories and songs after Tot Splash at Rutherford Pool!
Heat Lab: How does heat affect chocolate? - Explore with UM Materials Science & Engineering
Sat, Jul 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Get a chocolatier's experience by... more
Get a chocolatier's experience by tempering chocolate with students from the University of Michigan's Material Science & Engineering (UM MSE) Outreach team!
Extend Your Harvest
Sun, Jul 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Whittaker - Community Room
Learn what you can do in your garden... more
Learn what you can do in your garden now to extend your harvest into the fall.
Jumpstart Kindergarten - Ages 4-6
Mon, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Whittaker - Whittaker Youth Area ,Whittaker Story Time Room
Learning is fun at Jumpstart... more
Learning is fun at Jumpstart Kindergarten! Find an engaging blend of activities and stories designed to help prepare preschoolers for school success, from scissor skills to STEM.
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Mon, Jul 22, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch... more
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch Monday-Friday.
Mahjong Meetup
Mon, Jul 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
We're offering a weekly Mahjong... more
We're offering a weekly Mahjong group and want you to join! Bring yourself and a friend or two. American and Chinese-style sets provided, you're welcome to bring your own.
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Mon, Jul 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Whittaker - Community Room
Eat lunch and hear stories read... more
Eat lunch and hear stories read aloud by your favorite storytime presenters. Free for youth 0-18, thanks to Food Gatherers and the Michigan Department of Education.
Garden-To-Table - Superior Learning Garden
Mon, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
We will use freshly picked produce... more
We will use freshly picked produce from our Learning Garden to cook tasty snacks and treats.
Creative Arts for Kids - Mime workshop with Michael Lee
Mon, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Whittaker
A student of the late French mime... more
A student of the late French mime Marcel Marceau, Michael Lee is an amazing storyteller who uses movement games to teach the unique tools of mime. More: 7/29 Dance with Christina Marie Sears
Noise Permit Workshop
Mon, Jul 22, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Parkridge Community Center
In partnership with the Ozone House... more
In partnership with the Ozone House Drop-In Center, YDL invites all teens to attend our Noise Permit music workshops on Mondays and Wednesdays at 4:30pm at the Parkridge Community Center.
Register
Baby Storytime
Tue, Jul 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Superior - Meeting Room
Hear a book and learn fun songs... more
Hear a book and learn fun songs during a short lap-sit storytime designed for pre-walkers. Then, stay to chat with other parents and caregivers while your little one plays.
Discovery Time - Ages 2-4
Tue, Jul 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Learn a variety of... more
Learn a variety of preschool-readiness skills, from ABCs to kindness through music, parachute, and books, followed by exploratory play.
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Tue, Jul 23, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch... more
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch Monday-Friday.
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Tue, Jul 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Whittaker - Community Room
Eat lunch and hear stories read... more
Eat lunch and hear stories read aloud by your favorite storytime presenters. Free for youth 0-18, thanks to Food Gatherers and the Michigan Department of Education.
Superior STEM - Sponsored by Toyota
Tue, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Learn all summer long with weekly... more
Learn all summer long with weekly STEM activities.
Google Slides for Beginners (Adult-Virtual)
Tue, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Virtual
Learn to create and deliver a... more
Learn to create and deliver a presentation, add graphics and multimedia, and share and collaborate on a presentation.
Movement and More
Tue, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Garden,Whittaker Triangular Bay
Join Healthy Habits Start Now for... more
Join Healthy Habits Start Now for Rec-Connect, weekly game-based physical activities and recipe tastings. Learn how physical activity and nutrition work together to keep our bodies healthy and happy.
ESL Community Tutoring - with Washtenaw Literacy
Tue, Jul 23, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Superior
English as a Second Language (ESL)... more
English as a Second Language (ESL) community tutoring is a place to practice English language skills in an informal, relaxed setting.
TAG - Teen Advisory Group
Tue, Jul 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Looking for ways to help the... more
Looking for ways to help the community and earn volunteer hours? Join TAG and meet twice each month to help the library best serve Ypsi teens.
Knitting Plus
Tue, Jul 23, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Meet with other yarnies and share... more
Meet with other yarnies and share your projects and ideas every Tuesday. Open to all, any handcraft welcome!
Meditation with Ease - Guided in-person meditation
Tue, Jul 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Meditation has many benefits for our... more
Meditation has many benefits for our health and well-being. Drop in for simple, guided, non-religious awareness practices in the company of friends you may not have met yet!
Microsoft Word – Tips, Tricks, and Hacks
Tue, Jul 23, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Whittaker - Computer Lab
Learn a few tips, hidden tricks, and... more
Learn a few tips, hidden tricks, and time-saving hacks to get the most out of this word processing program.
LNGO Tai Chi with Darryl Mickens - Library Event
Wed, Jul 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Whittaker - Community Room,Whittaker Garden
Tai Chi is a practice that involves... more
Tai Chi is a practice that involves a series of slow gentle movements and physical postures, a meditative state of mind, and controlled breathing.
Read, Sing, Play - Walkers through age 3
Wed, Jul 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Superior - Meeting Room
Learn colors, shapes, and numbers... more
Learn colors, shapes, and numbers through music and movement.
Baby Time
Wed, Jul 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Hear a book and learn fun songs... more
Hear a book and learn fun songs during a short lap-sit storytime designed for pre-walkers. Then stay to chat with other parents and caregivers while your little one plays. 
Sun and Sprouts Gardening - Taste and Tell at Michigan Avenue
Wed, Jul 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Michigan - Michigan Ave Library Plaza
Join Library Gardener Stephanie to... more
Join Library Gardener Stephanie to try simple recipes featuring garden ingredients while learning tips and tricks related to gardening, harvesting, and making the most of your garden!
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Wed, Jul 24, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch... more
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch Monday-Friday.
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Wed, Jul 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Whittaker - Community Room
Eat lunch and hear stories read... more
Eat lunch and hear stories read aloud by your favorite storytime presenters. Free for youth 0-18, thanks to Food Gatherers and the Michigan Department of Education.
Summer of HeART - with Youth Arts Alliance
Wed, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Express yourself through art, music,... more
Express yourself through art, music, and more.
Gmail - Basics
Wed, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Whittaker - Computer Lab
Learn how to send and retrieve... more
Learn how to send and retrieve messages, add attachments, create and manage labels and filters, add contacts, and manage junk email.
Tween Scene - Friendship Bracelets
Wed, Jul 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Afternoon gathering for kids ages... more
Afternoon gathering for kids ages 8-12 to get creative independently while parents and younger siblings enjoy the youth department or garden play areas. This week, make friendship bracelets!
Basic Literacy Community Tutoring - with Washtenaw Literacy
Wed, Jul 24, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Superior - Study Room 1
Free drop-in tutoring for adults in... more
Free drop-in tutoring for adults in reading, writing, and more.
Noise Permit Workshop
Wed, Jul 24, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Parkridge Community Center
In partnership with the Ozone House... more
In partnership with the Ozone House Drop-In Center, YDL invites all teens to attend our Noise Permit music workshops on Mondays and Wednesdays at 4:30pm at the Parkridge Community Center.
Register
Let's Learn Crochet!
Wed, Jul 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Whittaker - Community Room
Let's meet and learn to crochet.
Read, Sing, Play - Ages 1-3
Thu, Jul 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Each week we’ll read a book, sing... more
Each week we’ll read a book, sing lots of songs, then let parents chat while kids play nearby.
Discovery Time - Ages 2-4
Thu, Jul 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Superior - Meeting Room
Learn a variety of preschool... more
Learn a variety of preschool readiness skills , from ABCs to kindness.
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Thu, Jul 25, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch... more
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch Monday-Friday.
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Thu, Jul 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Whittaker - Community Room
Eat lunch and hear stories read... more
Eat lunch and hear stories read aloud by your favorite storytime presenters. Free for youth 0-18, thanks to Food Gatherers and the Michigan Department of Education.
Summer of HeART - with Youth Arts Alliance
Thu, Jul 25, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Express yourself through art, music,... more
Express yourself through art, music, and more.
STEM Play - Chocolate STEM
Thu, Jul 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Build STEM skills through fun,... more
Build STEM skills through fun, hands-on activities. Learn about a range of STEM topics from engineering and design to chemistry and coding. This week: learn taste science and how chocolate is made.
Savvy Science Kids' Club - Summer of HeART
Thu, Jul 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Superior
For kids who love to investigate and... more
For kids who love to investigate and explore!
Garden questions? Ask The Master Gardener!
Thu, Jul 25, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Lobby
Get help on garden questions and... more
Get help on garden questions and problems from Advanced Master Gardener Carol Brodbeck.
Read to Moon the Library Dog
Thu, Jul 25, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Whittaker - Board Room
Reading to a Therapaws dog helps... more
Reading to a Therapaws dog helps children develop confidence and become better readers. Sign up for a 10-minute slot with Moon. REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Email mitchell@ypsilibrary.org.
Ypsilanti Zine Club - Work on zines, make friends, add to YDL’s zine collection
Thu, Jul 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Room 1C
A space to work on zines together,... more
A space to work on zines together, share techniques and ideas, and make zine friends. Basic art materials provided. Find out how you can contribute your own zine to YDL’s growing zine collection!
Internet Basics - How to Search the Web
Thu, Jul 25, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Whittaker - Computer Lab
This class covers the browser... more
This class covers the browser toolbar and menu options, managing your favorite websites, and using search tools and techniques.
Outdoor Sensory Stations - Nature Play for Little Ones
Fri, Jul 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Garden,Whittaker Youth Area
Explore, discover, and build a love... more
Explore, discover, and build a love of nature at our outdoor sensory stations near the garden. Click to see weekly activities.
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Fri, Jul 26, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch... more
Kids 0-18 enjoy a free lunch Monday-Friday.
Lunch, Listen & Learn - Meet Up and Eat Up
Fri, Jul 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Whittaker - Community Room
Eat lunch and hear stories read... more
Eat lunch and hear stories read aloud by your favorite storytime presenters. Free for youth 0-18, thanks to Food Gatherers and the Michigan Department of Education.
Summer of HeART - with Youth Arts Alliance
Fri, Jul 26, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Express yourself through art, music,... more
Express yourself through art, music, and more.
Nature STEAM - Birding
Fri, Jul 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Garden,Whittaker Triangular Bay
Hands-on STEAM outside near the... more
Hands-on STEAM outside near the garden and on the front lawn! Learn about gardening, birding, nature identification, water and erosion, sound and more. This week: Take a birding walk with WBNA.
Bookmobile Storytime at Mich Ave - All Ages Stories and Play!
Fri, Jul 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bookmobile
Kids of all ages are invited to this... more
Kids of all ages are invited to this storytime hour on the Bookmobile outside of Michigan Avenue this summer.
Senior Game Time at Ypsilanti Farmer's Market
Sat, Jul 27, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Ypsilanti Farmer's Market
Seniors: Join us at the market for... more
Seniors: Join us at the market for senior game time! Each month we'll play a new game or puzzle and have lots of library resources available. Learning (and FUN) Never Gets Old.
Silent Book Club
Sat, Jul 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Whittaker - Community Room
Come to a book club with no... more
Come to a book club with no homework! Read what you want and enjoy talking with fellow readers.
YDL Guitar Club
Sat, Jul 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Bring your acoustic or electric... more
Bring your acoustic or electric guitar, pick a favorite simple song you want to share, and let's practice some tunes together!
Microsoft Excel – Intermediate
Sat, Jul 27, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Whittaker - Computer Lab
Learn to apply functions, filter... more
Learn to apply functions, filter data, create charts, and print worksheets.
Drop-in Writing for Wee-bots - Ages 5-8
Sat, Jul 27, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Hear a book and get inspired!... more
Hear a book and get inspired! Students will experience the joy of story-creating however they are able, from writing to conversation-based brainstorming and development of new ideas.
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Google Drive - Basics
Sat, Jul 27, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Whittaker - Computer Lab
Explore Google Drive's interface and... more
Explore Google Drive's interface and learn how to create, view, upload/download, organize, modify, share, and remove files/folders.
Landscape Paint-Along - Ages 10-18
Sat, Jul 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay,Whittaker Garden
Tweens and teens, take a mental... more
Tweens and teens, take a mental break in our relaxing garden setting. Join in on the guided landscape paint along or design your own. All supplies provided.
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