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Family Read Kickoff
2023-03-11 14:00:00 2023-03-11 15:30:00 America/New_York Family Read Kickoff Help us kick off this year's Family Read! Make a family story album with the help of our friends at YpsiWrites and Detroit Free Press, visit our Polaroid booth, make clay fortune cookies, and more. Whittaker - Community Room

Saturday, March 11
2:00pm - 3:30pm

Add to Calendar 2023-03-11 14:00:00 2023-03-11 15:30:00 America/New_York Family Read Kickoff Help us kick off this year's Family Read! Make a family story album with the help of our friends at YpsiWrites and Detroit Free Press, visit our Polaroid booth, make clay fortune cookies, and more. Whittaker - Community Room

Whittaker

Community Room

Help us kick off this year's Family Read! Make a family story album with the help of our friends at YpsiWrites and Detroit Free Press, visit our Polaroid booth, make clay fortune cookies, and more.

This year's Family Read is Maizy Chen's Last Chance by Lisa Yee, a National Book Award Finalist and winner of the Newbery Honor and Asian/Pacific American Literature Awards. Join us to kick off a month of programming centered around the book, then meet the author virtually for a conversation led by our Tween Book Group on April 15, 3pm. 

At the kickoff, make a family story album with the help of volunteers from the Detroit Free Press, YpsiWrites, and 826michigan. Visit art and writing stations to build your story, and get your photo taken with a Polaroid, just like in the book. You can add it to your story. Make clay fortune cookies and use a typewriter to write positive messages to go inside to spread a bit of happiness. Eat real fortune cookies, too! 

Find activities related to the event you can do at the library, or at home, on our Maizy Chen's Last Chance web page. Read, learn, talk, create!

AGE GROUP: | Kids and Parents | All Ages/Family |

EVENT TYPE: | Ypsi Family Read | Book Lovers |

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Join us for YDL's inaugural jigsaw... more
Join us for YDL's inaugural jigsaw puzzle competition! Two-person teams will race to finish a 500-piece puzzle.
AARP Tax-Aide Program - Income Tax Preparation
Mon, Mar 31, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
AARP’s Tax-Aide assistance program... more
AARP’s Tax-Aide assistance program is provided by trained volunteers in partnership with the IRS. This program is primarily for taxpayers over 50 with low to moderate incomes.
Mahjong Meetup
Mon, Mar 31, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Whittaker
We're offering a weekly Mahjong... more
We're offering a weekly Mahjong group for new and experienced players and we want you to join us!
After-School Writing Lab with 826michigan
Mon, Mar 31, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Superior
Students in grades 3-5: get creative... more
Students in grades 3-5: get creative and stretch your writing muscles with this weekly, small-group writing program.
AARP Tax-Aide Program - Income Tax Preparation
Tue, Apr 01, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Whittaker - Michigan Ave Program Room,Michigan Ave Room 2
AARP’s Tax-Aide assistance program... more
AARP’s Tax-Aide assistance program is provided by trained volunteers in partnership with the IRS. This program is primarily for taxpayers over 50 with low to moderate incomes.
ESL Community Tutoring with Washtenaw Literacy
Tue, Apr 01, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
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.
Teen Great Stories Book Club
Tue, Apr 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Michigan - Michigan Ave Room 1
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 snacks, free books, and a gift card raffle at each session!
Dare2Design with EMUiNVENT
Tue, Apr 01, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room
This program is targeted at families... more
This program is targeted at families from a low-income background with children in 2nd-10th grade. Registration required, contact Stephanie Pocsi-Morrison at smorrison@ypsilibrary.org.
Knitting Plus
Tue, Apr 01, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Whittaker
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!
Genealogy and Family History Bunch
Tue, Apr 01, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Whittaker
Are you interested in an informal... more
Are you interested in an informal group that discusses genealogy and family history? Share stories, research techniques, deal with old photos, and hang out with people interested in genealogy.
Moving For Better Balance with the Ann Arbor YMCA
Wed, Apr 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Whittaker
The Ann Arbor YMCA is bringing some... more
The Ann Arbor YMCA is bringing some of its classes to Ypsilanti!
Encore presentation of Demystifying our Aging Eyes (55+)
Wed, Apr 02, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Whittaker
Did you miss the original version of... more
Did you miss the original version of this class in January? Join us in April for an encore presentation.
Youth Chess Club - with Jenny Skidmore Smith
Wed, Apr 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Drop in and learn chess at the... more
Drop in and learn chess at the library! Casual play, lessons, research, and quick round rated play. Designed for youth grades K-12 and their families. Click for details about weekly activities.
Homework Help
Wed, Apr 02, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Youth Area
Elementary and middle school... more
Elementary and middle school students can stop by the youth department with their homework and get help from a high school student volunteer. No registration required.
AARP Tax-Aide Program - Income Tax Preparation
Thu, Apr 03, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Whittaker - Community Room
AARP’s Tax-Aide assistance program... more
AARP’s Tax-Aide assistance program is provided by trained volunteers in partnership with the IRS. This program is primarily for taxpayers over 50 with low to moderate incomes.
Washtenaw Community College: Advance Ypsi Program
Thu, Apr 03, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Lobby
Advance Ypsi is an education and... more
Advance Ypsi is an education and training initiative to prepare high school students and adults throughout Washtenaw County to fill higher-wage, in-demand jobs.
Love of Learning Club
Thu, Apr 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Story Time Room,Whittaker Triangular Bay
Calling all homeschoolers and anyone... more
Calling all homeschoolers and anyone that feels at home in the Library! Connect with other families while engaging in themed activities each week inspired by a book. Ages 6-9 and families.
Euchre! - Pick it Up.
Thu, Apr 03, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room
Join us for a fun and friendly... more
Join us for a fun and friendly evening of Michigan's favorite card game: Euchre!
Tween Book Club
Thu, Apr 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Whittaker
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.
Digital Literacy Tutoring with Washtenaw Literacy
Fri, Apr 04, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Whittaker - Computer Lab
Drop in on Friday afternoons for... more
Drop in on Friday afternoons for FREE sessions to build your digital literacy skills with staff and volunteers from Washtenaw Literacy.
YDL Guitar Club
Sat, Apr 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room
Bring your acoustic or electric... more
Bring your acoustic or electric guitar, pick a favorite simple song to share, and practice some tunes with a group!
Needle Felting: Springtime Eggs
Sat, Apr 05, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Gain a basic understanding of needle... more
Gain a basic understanding of needle felting by making colorful needle-felted eggs in time for spring decorating. Registration required. Register online or call 482-4110 ext. 2431.
Drop-in Writing for Wee-bots - Ages 5-8
Sat, Apr 05, 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
Intergenerational Chess Club
Sat, Apr 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Michigan
Our club fosters a friendly and... more
Our club fosters a friendly and inclusive environment that encourages players from different generations to connect, learn, and grow through the game. All ages and skill levels are welcome!
Wax in the Stacks - Show off your vinyl
Sat, Apr 05, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Michigan - Michigan Ave Room 1
Wax in the Stacks is a vibrant vinyl... more
Wax in the Stacks is a vibrant vinyl listening group. Using a vintage 1960s Mustang II portable vinyl player, we'll dive into different music genres each month. April's theme is BLUEGRASS
AARP Tax-Aide Program - Income Tax Preparation
Mon, Apr 07, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
AARP’s Tax-Aide assistance program... more
AARP’s Tax-Aide assistance program is provided by trained volunteers in partnership with the IRS. This program is primarily for taxpayers over 50 with low to moderate incomes.
Sew Social
Mon, Apr 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Bring your latest project and get... more
Bring your latest project and get inspired, share project ideas, seek advice, and work on your projects with fellow crafters. All skill levels are welcome!
AARP Tax-Aide Program - Income Tax Preparation
Tue, Apr 08, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Whittaker - Michigan Ave Program Room,Michigan Ave Room 2
AARP’s Tax-Aide assistance program... more
AARP’s Tax-Aide assistance program is provided by trained volunteers in partnership with the IRS. This program is primarily for taxpayers over 50 with low to moderate incomes.
ESL Community Tutoring with Washtenaw Literacy
Tue, Apr 08, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
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, Apr 08, 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 by evaluating community needs and planning programs.
Dare2Design with EMUiNVENT
Tue, Apr 08, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room
This program is targeted at families... more
This program is targeted at families from a low-income background with children in 2nd-10th grade. Registration required, contact Stephanie Pocsi-Morrison at smorrison@ypsilibrary.org.
Knitting Plus
Tue, Apr 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Whittaker
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!
Moving For Better Balance with the Ann Arbor YMCA
Wed, Apr 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Whittaker
The Ann Arbor YMCA is bringing some... more
The Ann Arbor YMCA is bringing some of its classes to Ypsilanti!
MICHIGAN WORKS! Southeast Community Outreach
Wed, Apr 09, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Lobby
Opportunity Awaits! Visit MICHIGAN... more
Opportunity Awaits! Visit MICHIGAN WORKS! Southeast at the Whittaker Road branch.
Youth Chess Club - with Jenny Skidmore Smith
Wed, Apr 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Drop in and learn chess at the... more
Drop in and learn chess at the library! Casual play, lessons, research, and quick round rated play. Designed for youth grades K-12 and their families. Click for details about weekly activities.
Homework Help
Wed, Apr 09, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Youth Area
Elementary and middle school... more
Elementary and middle school students can stop by the youth department with their homework and get help from a high school student volunteer. No registration required.
AARP Tax-Aide Program - Income Tax Preparation
Thu, Apr 10, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Whittaker - Community Room
AARP’s Tax-Aide assistance program... more
AARP’s Tax-Aide assistance program is provided by trained volunteers in partnership with the IRS. This program is primarily for taxpayers over 50 with low to moderate incomes.
Washtenaw Community College: Advance Ypsi Program
Thu, Apr 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Lobby
Advance Ypsi is an education and... more
Advance Ypsi is an education and training initiative to prepare high school students and adults throughout Washtenaw County to fill higher-wage, in-demand jobs.
Love of Learning Club
Thu, Apr 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Story Time Room,Whittaker Triangular Bay
Calling all homeschoolers and anyone... more
Calling all homeschoolers and anyone that feels at home in the Library! Connect with other families while engaging in themed activities each week inspired by a book. Ages 6-9 and families.
Read to Moon the Library Dog
Thu, Apr 10, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Michigan
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.
Digital Literacy Tutoring with Washtenaw Literacy
Fri, Apr 11, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Whittaker - Computer Lab
Drop in on Friday afternoons for... more
Drop in on Friday afternoons for FREE sessions to build your digital literacy skills with staff and volunteers from Washtenaw Literacy.
Chess Club Tournament
Sat, Apr 12, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Whittaker - Community Room
Join Jenny Skidmore-Smith and the... more
Join Jenny Skidmore-Smith and the YDL Chess Club for a rated tournament, with 5 rounds. G/20 time control. Snacks and ice cream provided.
Register
Drop-in Writing for Wee-bots - Ages 5-8
Sat, Apr 12, 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
Downtown Queer Crafting Group
Mon, Apr 14, All day
Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room
A drop-in, bring-your-own materials... more
A drop-in, bring-your-own materials crafting group at YDL-Michigan.
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