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Mahjong Meetup

2024-11-25 13:00:00 2024-11-25 15:00:00 America/New_York Mahjong Meetup 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. Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Monday, November 25
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-11-25 13:00:00 2024-11-25 15:00:00 America/New_York Mahjong Meetup 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. Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Whittaker

Whittaker Triangular Bay

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.

We're offering a weekly Mahjong group for new and experienced players and we want you to join us! American and Chinese-style sets will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own. While you're at it, bring a friend or two! All experience levels welcome.

***No Meeting on Monday, Sep 2nd, Labor Day.***

***No Meeting on Monday, Nov 11th, Veterans Day.***

Please contact Adult Services Librarian, Paula Drummond  734-482-4110 x1306 if you have suggestions and/or recommendations.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Other |

TAGS: | games | board games |

Whittaker
Phone: (734) 482-4110
Hours
Mon, Nov 04 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Nov 05 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Nov 06 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Nov 07 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Nov 08 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 09 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Nov 10 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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Our largest branch on Whittaker Road, near the roundabout, has 6 meeting rooms, including our large Community Room.

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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.
ESL Community Tutoring - with Washtenaw Literacy
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.
Graphic Novel Book Club - Grades 2-5
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!
Knitting Plus
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!
Meditation with Ease - Guided in-person meditation
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!
Google Slides for Beginners
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.
Moving For Better Balance with the Ann Arbor YMCA
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. 
Read, Sing, Play - Walkers through age 3
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.
ESL Book Club
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.
Basic Literacy Community Tutoring - with Washtenaw Literacy
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.
Youth Chess Club - with Jenny Skidmore Smith
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.
Homework Help
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
Kids Book Club - Grades 3-5
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.
YpsiWrites NaNoWriMo Support
Wed, Nov 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Join YpsiWrites at NaNoWriMo... more
Join YpsiWrites at NaNoWriMo Write-ins throughout the month of November.
Discovery Time - Ages 2-4
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.
Read, Sing, Play - Ages 1-3
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.
YpsiWrites NaNoWriMo Support
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.
How to Host a Zoom Meeting (Adult-Virtual)
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.
Register
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.
Mahjong Meetup
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.
After-School Writing Lab - with 826michigan
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.
Register
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.
ESL Community Tutoring - with Washtenaw Literacy
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.
TAG - Teen Advisory Group
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.
Knitting Plus
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!
Meditation with Ease - Guided in-person meditation
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!
Microsoft PowerPoint – Basics
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.
Moving For Better Balance with the Ann Arbor YMCA
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.
ESL Book Club
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!
YpsiWrites NaNoWriMo Support
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.
Paul Keller Ensemble Holiday Jazz Concert
Sun, Dec 01, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Whittaker - Community Room
The Paul Keller Ensemble is back!  
Mahjong Meetup
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.
After-School Writing Lab - with 826michigan
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.
Register
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!
ESL Community Tutoring - with Washtenaw Literacy
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.
Teen Great Stories Book Club
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!
Knitting Plus
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!
Meditation with Ease - Guided in-person meditation
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!
Google Sheets for Beginners
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.
Moving For Better Balance with the Ann Arbor YMCA
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.
ESL Book Club
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.
Basic Literacy Community Tutoring - with Washtenaw Literacy
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.
Youth Chess Club - with Jenny Skidmore Smith
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.
Homework Help
Wed, Dec 04, 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.
Classic Heist Movies - Cash on Demand (1962)
Wed, Dec 04, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Whittaker - Community Room
Watch classic Heist movies.
Small Business Savvy - Strategies for Small Business: Compete with a Large Company
Wed, Dec 04, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Learn strategies and tactics that... more
Learn strategies and tactics that you can use to help your small business compete against larger companies in the same market segment.
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