Basic Literacy Community Tutoring

Little Ones Storytime - Babies, Walkers, and Wiggly Toddlers

Mon, Nov 04, 10:30am - 11:30am

Whittaker - Whittaker Youth Area

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.

Cancelled

Mon, Nov 04, 10:30am - 11:30am

Michigan

A time for caregivers and kiddos to... more

A time for caregivers and kiddos to read, sing, play, and learn together! Space for wiggly toddlers and tummy-time babies will be available along with tips and tricks for extending learning at home.

Downtown Queer Crafting Group

Mon, Nov 04, 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, or you're welcome to bring your own.

Draw with Kam

Mon, Nov 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

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.

Mon, Nov 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Studio 1 at Riverside Arts Center

A drop-in, bring-your-own materials... more

A drop-in, bring-your-own materials crafting group at Riverside Arts Center Studio.

Baby Storytime

Tue, Nov 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

Superior - Meeting Room

Hear a book or two, sing fun songs... more

Hear a book or two, sing fun songs during a short lap sit storytime designed for pre-walkers. Then, stay to chat while building community with other parents and caregivers while your little one plays.

Tue, Nov 05, 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.

Tue, Nov 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Youth Area

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.

Graphic Novel Book Club - Grades 2-5

Tue, Nov 05, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Superior - Meeting Room

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.

Tue, Nov 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Story Time Room

Listen to "Warriors Graphic Novel:... more

Listen to "Warriors Graphic Novel: The Prophecies Begin" read aloud, followed by a themed craft activity each week. Connect with fellow graphic novel lovers!

Teen Great Stories Book Club

Tue, Nov 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Room 2

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!

Tue, Nov 05, 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!

Google Sheets for Beginners

Tue, Nov 05, 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!

Tue, Nov 05, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Whittaker - Computer Lab

Learn to enter and edit data, format... more

Learn to enter and edit data, format cells, and create simple formulas. Also, learn to share and collaborate on a spreadsheet.

Registration is now closed

Genealogy and Family History Bunch

Tue, Nov 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Room 1C

Meet with others who are interested... more

Meet with others who are interested in genealogy and family history.

Read, Sing, Play - Walkers through age 3

Wed, Nov 06, 10:00am - 11:00am

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

We're partnering with the Ann Arbor... more

We're partnering with the Ann Arbor YMCA to offer this weekly Better Balance class.

Baby Time

Wed, Nov 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Whittaker - Whittaker Youth Area

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.

Wed, Nov 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Superior - Meeting Room

Learn colors, shapes, and numbers... more

Learn colors, shapes, and numbers through music and movement.

Basic Literacy Community Tutoring - with Washtenaw Literacy

Wed, Nov 06, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Whittaker - Michigan Ave Room 1

Members of Washtenaw Literacy's ESL... more

Members of Washtenaw Literacy's ESL book group will meet once a week. To register, contact Washtenaw Literacy at (734) 337-3338.

Wed, Nov 06, 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.

Wed, Nov 06, 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.

Small Business Savvy - Don't Get Hacked! Cybersecurity for Small Businesses

Wed, Nov 06, 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.

Wed, Nov 06, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Don't let your small business... more

Don't let your small business technology get hacked! We'll look at practical steps to reduce your risk of a hack such as a customer data breach.

Wed, Nov 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Join YpsiWrites at NaNoWriMo... more

Join YpsiWrites at NaNoWriMo Write-ins throughout the month of November.

Read, Sing, Play - Ages 1-3

Thu, Nov 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

Superior - Meeting Room

Learn a variety of preschool... more

Learn a variety of preschool readiness skills, from ABCs to kindness. This fast-paced storytime is filled with music, movement, fingerplays, and books paired with exploratory learning and play.

Thu, Nov 07, 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.

Thursday Morning Book Group

Thu, Nov 07, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Room 1C

Join us on the first Thursday of the... more

Join us on the first Thursday of the month for discussion of a variety of books.

Washtenaw Community College: Advance Ypsi Program

Thu, Nov 07, 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.

LNGO Chair Yoga with Kaitlyn Johnson

Thu, Nov 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual

Join yoga instructor Kaitlyn Johnson... more

Join yoga instructor Kaitlyn Johnson each week for a refreshing and gentle mid-day chair yoga session.

Love of Learning Club - For ages 6–9.

Thu, Nov 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay,Whittaker Story Time Room,Whittaker Youth Area

Connect with other families while... more

Connect with other families while engaging in themed activities each week inspired by a nonfiction or picture book.

After School STEM - Urban Planning and Design

Thu, Nov 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Youth Area ,Whittaker Story Time Room

Explore what makes a sustainable... more

Explore what makes a sustainable city--transportation, green spaces, thriving neighborhoods--then draw, design, build, and test your ideas with Legos, blocks, and graph paper.

Tween Book Club - Grades 6-8

Thu, Nov 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

New venue Whittaker - Michigan Ave Room 2,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.

Cancelled

Downtown Storytime - Ages 0-5

Fri, Nov 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Michigan

Get your wiggles out while grooving... more

Get your wiggles out while grooving to the beat! Little ones will hone early literacy skills while engaging in song, dance, and lots of fun in our downtown storytime.

Silent Feathered Friends - Family Storytime

Fri, Nov 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Whittaker - Community Room

Let your imaginations take flight as... more

Let your imaginations take flight as we spin an owl tale, learn about these amazing birds, and get the chance to see a real live owl. Presented by the Leslie Science and Nature Center.

Digital Literacy Tutoring with Washtenaw Literacy

Fri, Nov 08, 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.

LNGO Crafternoons - Decorative Ball from Book Pages

Fri, Nov 08, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

New venue Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

At this month's LNGO Crafternoon,... more

At this month's LNGO Crafternoon, we'll be making a decorative ball from book pages.

From Boomers to Zoomers: Zoom Practice for Seniors (55+)

Sat, Nov 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Vertex Coffee House

Join YpsiWrites at NaNoWriMo... more

Join YpsiWrites at NaNoWriMo Write-ins throughout the month of November.

Sat, Nov 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual

Learn the basics of navigating the... more

Learn the basics of navigating the Zoom meeting interface.

Storytime with Great Lakes Taiko Drumming

Sat, Nov 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Superior - Meeting Room

Join us for a special storytime... more

Join us for a special storytime accompanied by Larry An and Eileen Ho from Great Lakes Taiko Drumming.

Drop-in Writing for Wee-bots - Ages 5-8

Sat, Nov 09, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Story Time Room

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.

STEMfest

Sat, Nov 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Whittaker - Community Room

Cayman Chemical scientists and Huron... more

Cayman Chemical scientists and Huron Valley ACS members will offer hands-on science demonstrations including some you can take home!

Computer Basics - Getting Started

Sat, Nov 09, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

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.

Baby Storytime

Tue, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Superior - Meeting Room

Hear a book or two, sing fun songs... more

Tue, Nov 12, 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.

Tue, Nov 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Youth Area

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.

Graphic Novel Book Club - Grades 2-5

Tue, Nov 12, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Superior - Meeting Room

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.

Tue, Nov 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Story Time Room

Listen to "Warriors Graphic Novel:... more

Listen to "Warriors Graphic Novel: The Prophecies Begin" read aloud, followed by a themed craft activity each week. Connect with fellow graphic novel lovers!

TAG - Teen Advisory Group

Tue, Nov 12, 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.

Tue, Nov 12, 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!

Google Sheets Tips & Tricks

Tue, Nov 12, 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!

Tue, Nov 12, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Whittaker - Computer Lab

Explore more advanced features of... more

Explore more advanced features of Google Sheets like using formulas and functions, sorting, filtering, and linking data, and defining a print area. Register online or call 734-482-4110 x2411.

Science Fiction Book Club

Tue, Nov 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Whittaker - Board Room

Join us every other month for this... more

Join us every other month for this adult discussion group for fans of science fiction books.

Read, Sing, Play - Walkers through age 3

Wed, Nov 13, 10:00am - 11:00am

Whittaker - Community Room

We're partnering with the Ann Arbor... more

We're partnering with the Ann Arbor YMCA to offer this weekly Better Balance class.

Health Department Pop-Up

Wed, Nov 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Superior - Superior Inside

Get your blood pressure checked and... more

Get your blood pressure checked and get connected to local resources and health education.

Baby Time

Wed, Nov 13, 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.

Wed, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Superior - Meeting Room

Learn colors, shapes, and numbers... more

Learn colors, shapes, and numbers through music and movement.

Google Docs for Beginners

Wed, Nov 13, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Whittaker - Computer Lab

Learn to format, select, copy,... more

Learn to format, select, copy, paste, and edit text. Also, learn to share and collaborate on a document.

MICHIGAN WORKS! Southeast Community Outreach

Wed, Nov 13, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Lobby

Visit MICHIGAN WORKS! at the... more

Visit MICHIGAN WORKS! at the library. A representative will answer your questions and provide information and assistance on job leads, employment, job fairs, and career guidance.

Basic Literacy Community Tutoring - with Washtenaw Literacy

Wed, Nov 13, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Whittaker - Michigan Ave Room 1

Members of Washtenaw Literacy's ESL... more

Members of Washtenaw Literacy's ESL book group will meet once a week. To register, contact Washtenaw Literacy at (734) 337-3338.

Wed, Nov 13, 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.

Wed, Nov 13, 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.

Maker Night: Stained Glass Mosaics

Wed, Nov 13, 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.

Wed, Nov 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

New venue Whittaker - Whittaker Story Time Room

Get a group together and make... more

Get a group together and make something! A night of creating for all ages. Registration is required for every patron attending the program.

Crochet Club

Wed, Nov 13, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Gather with other crocheters on the... more

Gather with other crocheters on the second Wednesday of every month to crochet, share projects, get ideas, and more. Adults only, open to all.

Wed, Nov 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Join YpsiWrites at NaNoWriMo... more

Join YpsiWrites at NaNoWriMo Write-ins throughout the month of November.

Read, Sing, Play - Ages 1-3

Thu, Nov 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Superior - Meeting Room

Learn a variety of preschool... more

Learn a variety of preschool readiness skills, from ABCs to kindness. This fast-paced storytime is filled with music, movement, fingerplays, and books paired with exploratory learning and play.

Thu, Nov 14, 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.

Washtenaw Community College: Advance Ypsi Program

Thu, Nov 14, 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.

LNGO Chair Yoga with Kaitlyn Johnson

Thu, Nov 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual

Join yoga instructor Kaitlyn Johnson... more

Join yoga instructor Kaitlyn Johnson each week for a refreshing and gentle mid-day chair yoga session.

Love of Learning Club - For ages 6–9.

Thu, Nov 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay,Whittaker Story Time Room,Whittaker Youth Area

Connect with other families while... more

Connect with other families while engaging in themed activities each week inspired by a nonfiction or picture book.

After School STEM - Urban Planning and Design

Thu, Nov 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Youth Area ,Whittaker Story Time Room

Explore what makes a sustainable... more

Explore what makes a sustainable city--transportation, green spaces, thriving neighborhoods--then draw, design, build, and test your ideas with Legos, blocks, and graph paper.

Ypsilanti Zine Club - Work on zines, make friends, add to YDL’s zine collection

Thu, Nov 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Whittaker - Michigan Ave Program Room,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 Excel – Basics

Thu, Nov 14, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

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.

Friday Walking Club (55+)

Fri, Nov 15, 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.

Downtown Storytime - Ages 0-5

Fri, Nov 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room

Get your wiggles out while grooving... more

Get your wiggles out while grooving to the beat! Little ones will hone early literacy skills while engaging in song, dance, and lots of fun in our downtown storytime.

Sensory Stations - Ages 2-6

Fri, Nov 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Youth Area ,Whittaker Story Time Room

Explore different themed sensory and... more

Explore different themed sensory and art stations each session to help your child develop fine motor skills and learn about the world through play.

Digital Literacy Tutoring with Washtenaw Literacy

Fri, Nov 15, 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, Nov 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Whittaker - Community 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!

Washtenaw African American Genealogical Society - WAAGS Meeting

Sat, Nov 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Whittaker - Board Room

Join YpsiWrites at NaNoWriMo... more

Join YpsiWrites at NaNoWriMo Write-ins throughout the month of November.

Sat, Nov 16, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Virtual

Washtenaw African American... more

Washtenaw African American Genealogical Society (WAAGS) helps those interested in African American Genealogy Research.

Canva 101

Sat, Nov 16, 11:00am - 12:15pm

Superior - Meeting Room

Explore Canva, a free graphic design... more

Explore Canva, a free graphic design tool. Learn to create flyers, social media content & more with this intuitive, free website. No design experience needed. Registration required! Space is limited.

This event is full

Sensory Stations - Ages 2-6

Sat, Nov 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Youth Area ,Whittaker Story Time Room

Explore different themed sensory and... more

Explore different themed sensory and art stations each session to help your child develop fine motor skills and learn about the world through play.

Drop-in Writing for Wee-bots - Ages 5-8

Sat, Nov 16, 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.

Bento Boxes - Ages 12-18

Sat, Nov 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Story Time Room

Make maki rolls, tamago, and... more

Make maki rolls, tamago, and onigiri. Then arrange them with fruits and vegetables in a bento box you can take home. If you like to watch anime, stay for Anime Club!

Anime Club

Sat, Nov 16, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Story Time Room

Watch anime with other fans, chat... more

Watch anime with other fans, chat about what you watch and what manga you read at home, and use our drawing supplies to sketch. If you like to cook, come early to learn new recipes. Ages 12-18.

Little Ones Storytime - Babies, Walkers, and Wiggly Toddlers

Mon, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

Whittaker - Whittaker Youth Area

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.

Mon, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room

A time for caregivers and kiddos to... more

A time for caregivers and kiddos to read, sing, play, and learn together! Space for wiggly toddlers and tummy-time babies will be available along with tips and tricks for extending learning at home.

After-School Writing Lab - with 826michigan

Mon, Nov 18, 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, or you're welcome to bring your own.

Mon, Nov 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Superior - Meeting Room

Students in 3rd-5th grade: get... more

Students in 3rd-5th grade: get creative and stretch your writing muscles with this weekly, small-group writing program.

Classic Noir Movies - Nightmare Alley (1947)

Mon, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Whittaker - Community Room

Watch classic Noir movies.

Baby Storytime

Tue, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:30am

Superior - Meeting Room

Hear a book or two, sing fun songs... more

Tue, Nov 19, 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.

Tue, Nov 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Youth Area

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.

Graphic Novel Book Club - Grades 2-5

Tue, Nov 19, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Superior - Meeting Room

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.

Tue, Nov 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Story Time Room

Listen to "Warriors Graphic Novel:... more

Listen to "Warriors Graphic Novel: The Prophecies Begin" read aloud, followed by a themed craft activity each week. Connect with fellow graphic novel lovers!

Teen Great Stories Book Club

Tue, Nov 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Room 2

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!

Tue, Nov 19, 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!

Google Slides for Beginners

Tue, Nov 19, 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!

Tue, Nov 19, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Whittaker - Computer Lab

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.

Read, Sing, Play - Walkers through age 3

Wed, Nov 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

Whittaker - Community Room

We're partnering with the Ann Arbor... more

We're partnering with the Ann Arbor YMCA to offer this weekly Better Balance class.

Baby Time

Wed, Nov 20, 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.

Wed, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Superior - Meeting Room

Learn colors, shapes, and numbers... more

Learn colors, shapes, and numbers through music and movement.

Google Docs Tips & Tricks

Wed, Nov 20, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Whittaker - Computer Lab

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), and finding & replacing text.

Basic Literacy Community Tutoring - with Washtenaw Literacy

Wed, Nov 20, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Whittaker - Michigan Ave Room 1

Members of Washtenaw Literacy's ESL... more

Members of Washtenaw Literacy's ESL book group will meet once a week. To register, contact Washtenaw Literacy at (734) 337-3338.

Wed, Nov 20, 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.

Wed, Nov 20, 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.

Kids Book Club - Grades 3-5

Wed, Nov 20, 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.

Rescheduled

Wed, Nov 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

New date Thursday, November 21, 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.

Wrapped in Love Boobie Club - Breastfeeding Support

Wed, Nov 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Superior - Meeting Room

Get lactation support, share about... more

Get lactation support, share about your journey, and meet other parents.

Small Business Savvy - Every Person’s Guide to the Business Plan

Wed, Nov 20, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Learn a practical approach to doing... more

Learn a practical approach to doing a business plan.

Wed, Nov 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Join YpsiWrites at NaNoWriMo... more

Join YpsiWrites at NaNoWriMo Write-ins throughout the month of November.

Read, Sing, Play - Ages 1-3

Thu, Nov 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

Superior - Meeting Room

Learn a variety of preschool... more

Learn a variety of preschool readiness skills, from ABCs to kindness. This fast-paced storytime is filled with music, movement, fingerplays, and books paired with exploratory learning and play.

Thu, Nov 21, 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.

Washtenaw Community College: Advance Ypsi Program

Thu, Nov 21, 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.

LNGO Chair Yoga with Kaitlyn Johnson

Thu, Nov 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual

Join yoga instructor Kaitlyn Johnson... more

Join yoga instructor Kaitlyn Johnson each week for a refreshing and gentle mid-day chair yoga session.

Senior Advisory Board

Thu, Nov 21, 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.

After School STEM - Urban Planning and Design

Thu, Nov 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Youth Area ,Whittaker Story Time Room

Explore what makes a sustainable... more

Explore what makes a sustainable city--transportation, green spaces, thriving neighborhoods--then draw, design, build, and test your ideas with Legos, blocks, and graph paper.

Read to Bambi the Library Dog

Thu, Nov 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Superior - Study Room 2

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, Nov 21, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Whittaker - 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

Kids Book Club - Grades 3-5

Thu, Nov 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

New venue Whittaker - Michigan Ave Room 2,Whittaker Story Time 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.

Microsoft Excel – Intermediate

Thu, Nov 21, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Whittaker - Computer Lab

Learn to apply functions, filter... more

Learn to apply functions, filter data, create charts, and print worksheets.

Paranormal Club - Investigate The Unexplained

Thu, Nov 21, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Room 1C

Join our Paranormal Club at the... more

Join our Paranormal Club at the library. Explore UFOs, ghosts, and more through discussions, investigations, and guest speakers. All are welcome, whether you're a skeptic or a believer!

Downtown Storytime - Ages 0-5

Fri, Nov 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room

Get your wiggles out while grooving... more

Get your wiggles out while grooving to the beat! Little ones will hone early literacy skills while engaging in song, dance, and lots of fun in our downtown storytime.

Digital Literacy Tutoring with Washtenaw Literacy

Fri, Nov 22, 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.

Teen STEAM Cafe - After Hours Teen Only Event

Fri, Nov 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Whittaker - Michigan Ave. Reading Room

Learn about cool STEAM careers while... more

Learn about cool STEAM careers while hanging out with friends, engaging in STEM activities, and eating delicious food at our TEEN ONLY after-hours cafes.

How to Host a Zoom Meeting (Adult-Virtual)

Sat, Nov 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Vertex Coffee House

Join YpsiWrites at NaNoWriMo... more

Join YpsiWrites at NaNoWriMo Write-ins throughout the month of November.

Sat, Nov 23, 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.

Coffee Hour with Representative Jimmie Wilson, Jr.

Sat, Nov 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Superior - Meeting Room

Please join Representative Jimmie... more

Please join Representative Jimmie Wilson, Jr. (D), District 32, for his Coffee Hour. Rep. Wilson will share updates on legislation he is working on in Lansing and host a Q&A session with attendees.

Friends of YDL Holiday Book Sale 2024

Sat, Nov 23, 11:00am - 5:00pm

Whittaker

Join us for the Friends Holiday Book... more

Join us for the Friends Holiday Book Sale and knock out some of your tricky holiday shopping.

Drop-in Writing for Wee-bots - Ages 5-8

Sat, Nov 23, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Story Time Room

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.

Microsoft Excel – Pivot Tables (Intermediate)

Sat, Nov 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Whittaker - Computer Lab

Learn how to perform simple data... more

Learn how to perform simple data analysis using Excel’s PivotTable feature.

Thanksgiving Wire Leaf Placeholders

Sat, Nov 23, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Whittaker - Community Room

Make wire placeholders for your... more

Make wire placeholders for your Thanksgiving gathering.

Friends of YDL Holiday Book Sale 2024

Sun, Nov 24, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Whittaker

Join us for the Friends Holiday Book... more

Join us for the Friends Holiday Book Sale and knock out some of your tricky holiday shopping.

After-School Writing Lab - with 826michigan

Mon, Nov 25, 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, or you're welcome to bring your own.

Mon, Nov 25, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Superior - Meeting Room

Students in 3rd-5th grade: get... more

Students in 3rd-5th grade: get creative and stretch your writing muscles with this weekly, small-group writing program.

Banned Book Club

Mon, Nov 25, 7:00pm - 8:15pm

Superior - Meeting Room

Read and discuss books that are... more

Read and discuss books that are frequently challenged and banned. Ages 16 and up are welcome.

TAG - Teen Advisory Group

Tue, Nov 26, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Superior - Meeting Room

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.

Tue, Nov 26, 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.

Tue, Nov 26, 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!

Microsoft PowerPoint – Basics

Tue, Nov 26, 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!

Tue, Nov 26, 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.

Virtual African American Authors Book Discussion Group

Tue, Nov 26, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Virtual

Join us for lively discussions of... more

Join us for lively discussions of books by African American authors.

Wed, Nov 27, 10:00am - 11:00am

Whittaker - Community Room

We're partnering with the Ann Arbor... more

We're partnering with the Ann Arbor YMCA to offer this weekly Better Balance class.

Wed, Nov 27, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Whittaker - Michigan Ave Room 1

Members of Washtenaw Literacy's ESL... more

Members of Washtenaw Literacy's ESL book group will meet once a week. To register, contact Washtenaw Literacy at (734) 337-3338.

YDL Guitar Club

Sat, Nov 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Whittaker - Community 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!

Paul Keller Ensemble Holiday Jazz Concert

Sat, Nov 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Whittaker - Board Room

Join YpsiWrites at NaNoWriMo... more

Join YpsiWrites at NaNoWriMo Write-ins throughout the month of November.

Sun, Dec 01, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Whittaker - Community Room

The Paul Keller Ensemble is back!

After-School Writing Lab - with 826michigan

Mon, Dec 02, 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, or you're welcome to bring your own.

Mon, Dec 02, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Superior - Meeting Room

Students in 3rd-5th grade: get... more

Students in 3rd-5th grade: get creative and stretch your writing muscles with this weekly, small-group writing program.

Sew Social

Mon, Dec 02, 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!

Teen Great Stories Book Club

Tue, Dec 03, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Superior - Meeting Room

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.

Tue, Dec 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Room 2

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!

Tue, Dec 03, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

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!

Google Sheets for Beginners

Tue, Dec 03, 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!

Tue, Dec 03, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Whittaker - Computer Lab

Learn to enter and edit data, format... more

Learn to enter and edit data, format cells, and create simple formulas. Also, learn to share and collaborate on a spreadsheet. Register online or call 734-482-4110 x2411.

Genealogy and Family History Bunch

Tue, Dec 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Room 1C

Meet with others who are interested... more

Meet with others who are interested in genealogy and family history.

Loving Me First: Self Care Edition for 55 and Up!

Wed, Dec 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Whittaker - Community Room

Don't you deserve a break? Learn to... more

Don't you deserve a break? Learn to meditate, get breathing techniques, enjoy drumming therapy, and more! Sharonda, a local massage therapist from Cocoa Healing Collective will lead the workshop.

Wed, Dec 04, 10:00am - 11:00am

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

We're partnering with the Ann Arbor... more

We're partnering with the Ann Arbor YMCA to offer this weekly Better Balance class.

Basic Literacy Community Tutoring - with Washtenaw Literacy

Wed, Dec 04, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Whittaker - Michigan Ave Room 1

Members of Washtenaw Literacy's ESL... more

Members of Washtenaw Literacy's ESL book group will meet once a week. To register, contact Washtenaw Literacy at (734) 337-3338.

Wed, Dec 04, 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.

Wed, Dec 04, 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.