Handmade Holidays

Wed, Feb 05, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2025... more

Predict the winners for the 2025 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Wed, Feb 05, All day

Virtual

Celebrate Black History Month by... more

Celebrate Black History Month by competing in an online trivia contest.

Wed, Feb 05, 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, Feb 05, 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.

Computer Basics - Getting Started

Wed, Feb 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

Superior - Meeting Room

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.

Wed, Feb 05, 10:30am - 12:00pm

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.

Registration is now closed

Wed, Feb 05, 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.

Classic Heist Movies - Trouble in Paradise (1932)

Wed, Feb 05, 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, Feb 05, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Whittaker - Community Room

Watch classic heist movies.

African Americans and Labor

Wed, Feb 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Superior - Meeting Room

Join us for a celebration of Black... more

Join us for a celebration of Black History Month, exploring the labor experiences of African Americans in this country.

Small Business Savvy - Business Etiquette in the Digital Age: Do’s, Don’ts, Maybes

Wed, Feb 05, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Learn about etiquette do's and... more

Learn about etiquette do's and dont's for email, social media, and video calls and how to be professional in the virtual world.

Thu, Feb 06, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2025... more

Predict the winners for the 2025 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Thu, Feb 06, All day

Virtual

Celebrate Black History Month by... more

Celebrate Black History Month by competing in an online trivia contest.

Thursday Morning Book Group

Thu, Feb 06, 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.

Thu, Feb 06, 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 to discuss a variety of books.

Thu, Feb 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Superior - Meeting Room

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.

Basic Literacy Community Tutoring - with Washtenaw Literacy

Thu, Feb 06, 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.

Thu, Feb 06, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Superior - Study Room 1

Washtenaw Literacy is offering free... more

Washtenaw Literacy is offering free drop-in tutoring for adults! Get help with reading, writing, computer skills, work skills, and GED prep.

LNGO Fitness with Geraldine Powell

Thu, Feb 06, 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.

Thu, Feb 06, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual

This is a gentle fitness class that... more

This is a gentle fitness class that covers overall body health and well being. It will demonstrate multiple styles of exercises (dance, aerobic, etc.) with different types of modifications.

Thu, Feb 06, 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.

Ypsilanti Euchre Club - Pick it up!

Thu, Feb 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Story Time Room,Whittaker Youth Area

Kids and families, drop in to learn... more

Kids and families, drop in to learn and practice block based coding with our robots. Learn to tell Ozobots and VinciBots how to move, what to draw, and more.

Cancelled

Thu, Feb 06, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Michigan

Join us for a fun and friendly... more

Join us for a fun and friendly evening of Michigan's favorite card game: Euchre!

Google Docs for Beginners

Thu, Feb 06, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

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. Register online or call 734-482-4110 x2411.

Breastfeeding Basics with Wrapped in Love

Thu, Feb 06, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Superior - Meeting Room

Set yourself up for breastfeeding... more

Set yourself up for breastfeeding success with this fun and informative class.

Tween Book Club - Grades 6-8

Thu, Feb 06, 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.

Fri, Feb 07, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2025... more

Predict the winners for the 2025 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Fri, Feb 07, All day

Virtual

Celebrate Black History Month by... more

Celebrate Black History Month by competing in an online trivia contest.

Cancelled

Chair Yoga - For all levels, with new teacher, Melanie Herron

Fri, Feb 07, 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.

Fri, Feb 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

Superior - Meeting Room

Join us for Chair Yoga, where we... more

Join us for Chair Yoga, where we will engage in slow, mindful movements to create length and space in both the mind and body.

Fri, Feb 07, 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.

Sat, Feb 08, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2025... more

Predict the winners for the 2025 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Black Fluid: Poetry for Social Justice

Sat, Feb 08, All day

Virtual

Celebrate Black History Month by... more

Celebrate Black History Month by competing in an online trivia contest.

YDL Guitar Club

Sat, Feb 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Story Time 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!

Canva 101

Sat, Feb 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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

Sat, Feb 08, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Virtual

Read Black social justice movement... more

Read Black social justice movement poetry and explore how they use the written word in the service of freedom, then express your own desires for freedom on the page.

Sing Along Storytime

Sat, Feb 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Join us for a musical storytime... more

Join us for a musical storytime where we will sing, move, and make music together.

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

Sat, Feb 08, 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.

Video Game Coding with Code Ninjas

Sat, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Collectively work on building a... more

Collectively work on building a video game with JavaScript. Learn basic coding concepts such as loops, sequencing and debugging. Take your game home when the session is finished. Ages 7-14.

Cookie Decorating - Ages 12-18

Sat, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Story Time Room

Teens, drop in to decorate cookies... more

Teens, drop in to decorate cookies and dip pretzels. Vegan options will be available. If you like anime, stay to watch with Anime Club.

Black History Month Author Visit - Dwight Wilson

Sat, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Superior - Meeting Room

Hear Ypsilanti resident Dwight... more

Hear Ypsilanti resident Dwight Wilson read from three collections of short stories based on the voice of his ancestor, Sarah.

Anime Club

Sat, Feb 08, 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.

Sun, Feb 09, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2025... more

Predict the winners for the 2025 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Sun, Feb 09, All day

Virtual

Celebrate Black History Month by... more

Celebrate Black History Month by competing in an online trivia contest.

Mon, Feb 10, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2025... more

Predict the winners for the 2025 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Mon, Feb 10, All day

Virtual

Celebrate Black History Month by... more

Celebrate Black History Month by competing in an online trivia contest.

Little Ones Storytime - Babies, Walkers, and Wiggly Toddlers

Mon, Feb 10, 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.

Mon, Feb 10, 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.

Medicare Assistance Program: We can help!

Mon, Feb 10, 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, Feb 10, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Room 1B

Trinity patients who have lost Aetna... more

Trinity patients who have lost Aetna and Humana in-network coverage or anyone with Medicare questions can get individual help from MMAP. You MUST schedule a one-on-one appointment for this service.

Mahjong Meetup

Mon, Feb 10, 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, Feb 10, 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.

Downtown Queer Crafting Group

Mon, Feb 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

New venue Riverside Arts Center - Studio 1

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

A drop-in, bring-your-own materials crafting group at YDL-Michigan.

Bedtime Storytime - All ages

Mon, Feb 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Build early learning skills and wind... more

Build early learning skills and wind down for bedtime with stories, songs, and movement followed by a hands-on project.

Grieve Well: Understanding Grief Webinar - Valentine's Day special edition

Mon, Feb 10, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual

Learn about grief, the effects it... more

Learn about grief, the effects it has on one’s physical and emotional health, as well as helpful tips for navigating grief during Valentine’s Day.

Tue, Feb 11, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2025... more

Predict the winners for the 2025 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Tue, Feb 11, All day

Virtual

Celebrate Black History Month by... more

Celebrate Black History Month by competing in an online trivia contest.

Discovery Time - Ages 2 - 4

Tue, Feb 11, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Whittaker

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.

Baby Storytime

Tue, Feb 11, 10:30am - 11:30am

Superior - Meeting Room

Hear a few books and learn fun songs... more

Hear a few books and learn fun songs during storytime, then chat with other caregivers while your little one plays. (Pre-walkers to early walkers)

Tue, Feb 11, 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.

One-on-One Genealogy Session - with Jean Winborn

Tue, Feb 11, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Superior - Study Room 1

Sign up for a one-on-one genealogy session with Jean Winborn, co-founder of Washtenaw County African-American Genealogy Society.

This event is full

ESL Community Tutoring - with Washtenaw Literacy

Tue, Feb 11, 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.

Tue, Feb 11, 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, Feb 11, 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, Feb 11, 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! HOLIDAY sessions on MONDAYS Dec. 23 and 30

Meditation with Ease - Guided in-person meditation

Tue, Feb 11, 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!

Cancelled

Ypsi Parents Read with Andrea Krueger

Tue, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Michigan

STEM Family Time is an 8-week family... more

STEM Family Time is an 8-week family program using EMUiNVENT's hands-on Dare2Design model. Students will identify a problem, design a solution, and create a prototype, while having fun!

Microsoft Word – Basics

Tue, Feb 11, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Whittaker - Computer Lab

An introduction to word processing.... more

An introduction to word processing. Learn to enter, format, select, copy, paste, and edit text. Register online or call 734-482-4110 x2411.

Tue, Feb 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Room 1C

Join social worker and educator... more

Join social worker and educator Andrea Krueger for a four-part series. Get free books and learn about reading research and how and what to read to your child (3-7) to build literacy skills at home.

Science Fiction Book Club

Tue, Feb 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Whittaker - Board Room

Join us on the second Tuesday of... more

Join us on the second Tuesday of every month for this adult discussion group for fans of science fiction books.

This event is full

Wed, Feb 12, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2025... more

Predict the winners for the 2025 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Wed, Feb 12, All day

Virtual

Celebrate Black History Month by... more

Celebrate Black History Month by competing in an online trivia contest.

Wed, Feb 12, 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, Feb 12, 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.

Internet Basics - How to Search the Web

Wed, Feb 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Superior - Meeting Room

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.

Wed, Feb 12, 10:30am - 12:00pm

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.

MICHIGAN WORKS! Southeast Community Outreach

Wed, Feb 12, 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.

Wed, Feb 12, 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.

Michigan Avenue Maker Night - Collage with Avery Williamson

Wed, Feb 12, 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, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room

Join artist Avery Williamson to... more

Join artist Avery Williamson to dive into the art of collage and create a piece that showcases joy in its many and varied forms.

Crochet Club

Wed, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Whittaker - Community Room

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.

Writers Room & Drop-in Consulting

Wed, Feb 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Whittaker - Board Room

Join other writers for open writing... more

Join other writers for open writing time in an YpsiWrites Writers Room.

Thu, Feb 13, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2025... more

Predict the winners for the 2025 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Thu, Feb 13, All day

Virtual

Celebrate Black History Month by... more

Celebrate Black History Month by competing in an online trivia contest.

Thu, Feb 13, 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.

Thu, Feb 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Superior - Meeting Room

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.

Basic Literacy Community Tutoring - with Washtenaw Literacy

Thu, Feb 13, 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.

Thu, Feb 13, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Superior - Study Room 1

Washtenaw Literacy is offering free... more

Washtenaw Literacy is offering free drop-in tutoring for adults! Get help with reading, writing, computer skills, work skills, and GED prep.

Thu, Feb 13, 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.

Thu, Feb 13, 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, Feb 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Story Time Room,Whittaker Youth Area

Kids and families, drop in to learn... more

Kids and families, drop in to learn and practice block based coding with our robots. Learn to tell Ozobots and VinciBots how to move, what to draw, and more.

Thu, Feb 13, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

New venue Whittaker - Board Room,Michigan Ave Room 2

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, Feb 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Whittaker - Michigan Ave Program Room

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!

Board Game Meet Up

Thu, Feb 13, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Join us for a fun evening of board... more

Join us for a fun evening of board games!

Google Docs Tips & Tricks

Thu, Feb 13, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

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.

Fri, Feb 14, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2025... more

Predict the winners for the 2025 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Fri, Feb 14, All day

Virtual

Celebrate Black History Month by... more

Celebrate Black History Month by competing in an online trivia contest.

Chair Yoga - For all levels, with new teacher, Melanie Herron

Fri, Feb 14, 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.

Cancelled

Fri, Feb 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Superior

Join us for Chair Yoga, where we... more

Join us for Chair Yoga, where we will engage in slow, mindful movements to create length and space in both the mind and body.

Hugs and Kisses Storytime

Fri, Feb 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay,Whittaker Youth Area

Celebrate Valentine's Day with... more

Celebrate Valentine's Day with stories and songs about love and friendship followed by cookie decorating, heart crafts, and sensory play.

LNGO Crafternoons - Pressed Flower Votives

Fri, Feb 14, 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.

Fri, Feb 14, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room

At this Valentine's Day LNGO... more

At this Valentine's Day LNGO Crafternoon, we'll be embellishing votive candle holders with pressed flowers. If time allows, we'll also create embellished bottles.

This event is full

Sat, Feb 15, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2025... more

Predict the winners for the 2025 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Washtenaw African American Genealogical Society - WAAGS Meeting

Sat, Feb 15, All day

Virtual

Celebrate Black History Month by... more

Celebrate Black History Month by competing in an online trivia contest.

Sat, Feb 15, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Virtual

Washtenaw African American... more

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

Dungeons & Dragons: Drop-in for Teens - Ages 12-18

Sat, Feb 15, 10:30am - 12:30pm

New venue Whittaker - Michigan Ave Room 2,Whittaker Room 1A

Join us for D&D with an experienced... more

Join us for D&D with an experienced DM, an adventurous storyline, and pre-generated characters.

Google Sheets Tips & Tricks

Sat, Feb 15, 10:30am - 12:30pm

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.

Community Conversation with Rep. Jimmie Wilson, Jr.

Sat, Feb 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Whittaker - Community Room

Please join Representative Jimmie... more

Please join Representative Jimmie Wilson, Jr. (D), District 32, for his Community Conversation. Rep. Wilson will share updates on from Lansing and host a Q&A session with attendees.

Preschool & Kindergarten Fair

Sat, Feb 15, 11:30am - 1:30pm

Superior - Meeting Room

Meet one-on-one with representatives... more

Meet one-on-one with representatives from local preschools and kindergartens to help you find a school that's a good fit for your little one.

Cancelled

Pizza Mania - Tweens

Sat, Feb 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Michigan

Do you love pizza? Join us for a... more

Do you love pizza? Join us for a night of pizza madness!

Microsoft Excel – Pivot Tables (Intermediate)

Sat, Feb 15, 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.

Crime Lab - with Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum

Sat, Feb 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Whittaker - Community Room

Use science to brush up on your... more

Use science to brush up on your logical thinking and problem-solving skills as you are immersed in the intriguing world of forensics. Work together with friends or family to solve the mock crime.

Sun, Feb 16, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2025... more

Predict the winners for the 2025 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Sun, Feb 16, All day

Virtual

Celebrate Black History Month by... more

Celebrate Black History Month by competing in an online trivia contest.

Mon, Feb 17, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2025... more

Predict the winners for the 2025 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Mon, Feb 17, All day

Virtual

Celebrate Black History Month by... more

Celebrate Black History Month by competing in an online trivia contest.

Little Ones Storytime - Babies, Walkers, and Wiggly Toddlers

Mon, Feb 17, 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.

Mon, Feb 17, 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.

Medicare Assistance Program: We can help!

Mon, Feb 17, 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, Feb 17, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Room 1B

Trinity patients who have lost Aetna... more

Trinity patients who have lost Aetna and Humana in-network coverage or anyone with Medicare questions can get individual help from MMAP. You MUST schedule a one-on-one appointment for this service.

Mahjong Meetup

Mon, Feb 17, 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.

Bedtime Storytime - All ages

Mon, Feb 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Build early learning skills and wind... more

Build early learning skills and wind down for bedtime with stories, songs, and movement followed by a hands-on project.

Tue, Feb 18, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2025... more

Predict the winners for the 2025 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Tue, Feb 18, All day

Virtual

Celebrate Black History Month by... more

Celebrate Black History Month by competing in an online trivia contest.

One-on-One Genealogy Session with Jean Winborn

Tue, Feb 18, 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.

Tue, Feb 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Superior - Study Room 1

Sign up for a one-on-one genealogy session with Jean Winborn, co-founder of Washtenaw County African-American Genealogy Society. Registration required.

This event is full

Baby Storytime

Tue, Feb 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

Superior - Meeting Room

Hear a few books and learn fun songs... more

Hear a few books and learn fun songs during storytime, then chat with other caregivers while your little one plays. (Pre-walkers to early walkers)

Discovery Time - Ages 2 - 4

Tue, Feb 18, 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.

ESL Community Tutoring - with Washtenaw Literacy

Tue, Feb 18, 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.

Tue, Feb 18, 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.

Knitting Plus

Tue, Feb 18, 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! HOLIDAY sessions on MONDAYS Dec. 23 and 30

Meditation with Ease - Guided in-person meditation

Tue, Feb 18, 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!

Cancelled

Microsoft Word – Intermediate

Tue, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Michigan

STEM Family Time is an 8-week family... more

STEM Family Time is an 8-week family program using EMUiNVENT's hands-on Dare2Design model. Students will identify a problem, design a solution, and create a prototype, while having fun!

Tue, Feb 18, 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, bulleted and numbered lists, and tabs. Register online or call 734-482-4110 x2411.

Ypsi Parents Read with Andrea Krueger

Tue, Feb 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Room 1C

Join social worker and educator... more

Join social worker and educator Andrea Krueger for a four-part series. Get free books and learn about reading research and how and what to read to your child (3-7) to build literacy skills at home.

Wed, Feb 19, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2025... more

Predict the winners for the 2025 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Wed, Feb 19, All day

Virtual

Celebrate Black History Month by... more

Celebrate Black History Month by competing in an online trivia contest.

Wed, Feb 19, 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, Feb 19, 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, Feb 19, 10:30am - 11:30am

Superior - Meeting Room

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.

Vega Discover – Basics

Wed, Feb 19, 10:30am - 11:30am

Whittaker - Computer Lab

An introduction to YDL's new online... more

An introduction to YDL's new online public access catalog, Vega Discover. Learn how to find, request, and renew items along with managing account information.

Wed, Feb 19, 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.

Reading Readiness Family Book Club - Ages 3-6

Wed, Feb 19, 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.

Cancelled

Wed, Feb 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Michigan

A family-oriented book club to... more

A family-oriented book club to showcase techniques for pre-readers in a low-pressure, supportive environment!

Wrapped in Love Boobie Club - Breastfeeding Support

Wed, Feb 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Superior - Meeting Room

Get lactation support, share your... more

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

Small Business Savvy - Creating Delighted and Loyal Customers

Wed, Feb 19, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

How do you keep your customers? This... more

How do you keep your customers? This workshop will look at 25 actions you can take to help create delighted and loyal customers.

Attack from Within: How Disinformation is Sabotaging America - Discussion led by Washtenaw Faces Race

Wed, Feb 19, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Whittaker - Community Room

Author Barbara McQuade will... more

Author Barbara McQuade will explain the tactics of disinformation and how they are harming our democracy, public safety, and the rule of law. Discussion will follow, led by Washtenaw Faces Race.

Thu, Feb 20, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2025... more

Predict the winners for the 2025 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Thu, Feb 20, All day

Virtual

Celebrate Black History Month by... more

Celebrate Black History Month by competing in an online trivia contest.

Thu, Feb 20, 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.

Thu, Feb 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Superior - Meeting Room

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.

Basic Literacy Community Tutoring - with Washtenaw Literacy

Thu, Feb 20, 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.

Thu, Feb 20, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Superior - Study Room 1

Washtenaw Literacy is offering free... more

Washtenaw Literacy is offering free drop-in tutoring for adults! Get help with reading, writing, computer skills, work skills, and GED prep.

Thu, Feb 20, 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.

Thu, Feb 20, 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.

Senior Advisory Board

Thu, Feb 20, 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.

Read to Bambi the Library Dog

Thu, Feb 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Story Time Room,Whittaker Youth Area

Kids and families, drop in to learn... more

Kids and families, drop in to learn and practice block based coding with our robots. Learn to tell Ozobots and VinciBots how to move, what to draw, and more.

Thu, Feb 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Superior - Study Room 1

Reading to a Therapaws dog helps... more

Reading to a Therapaws dog helps children build confidence and become better readers.

Queer Book Group

Thu, Feb 20, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room

Meet and discuss books by... more

Meet and discuss books by queer-identifying writers and queer themes.

Registration is now closed

Ypsilanti Euchre Club - Pick it up!

Thu, Feb 20, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Join us for a fun and friendly... more

Join us for a fun and friendly evening of Michigan's favorite card game: Euchre!

This event is full

Kids Book Club - Grades 3-5

Thu, Feb 20, 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 Publisher – Basics

Thu, Feb 20, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Whittaker - Computer Lab

Learn the basics for creating... more

Learn the basics for creating greeting cards, flyers, and calendars including page layout and formatting text and images.

Fri, Feb 21, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2025... more

Predict the winners for the 2025 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Fri, Feb 21, All day

Virtual

Celebrate Black History Month by... more

Celebrate Black History Month by competing in an online trivia contest.

Chair Yoga - For all levels, with new teacher, Melanie Herron

Fri, Feb 21, 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.

Fri, Feb 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

Superior - Meeting Room

Join us for Chair Yoga, where we... more

Join us for Chair Yoga, where we will engage in slow, mindful movements to create length and space in both the mind and body.

Teen STEAM Cafe - After Hours Teen Only Event

Fri, Feb 21, 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.

Fri, Feb 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

New venue Michigan

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.

Sat, Feb 22, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2025... more

Predict the winners for the 2025 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

What is a Doula? - Learn about doulas

Sat, Feb 22, All day

Virtual

Celebrate Black History Month by... more

Celebrate Black History Month by competing in an online trivia contest.

YDL Guitar Club

Sat, Feb 22, 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!

Sat, Feb 22, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Superior - Meeting Room

Join Wrapped in Love Doula &... more

Join Wrapped in Love Doula & Lactation Support to learn about doulas and what they do.

Little Ones Play - Active Sensory

Sat, Feb 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Room 2,Michigan Ave Youth Area

We will explore active play through... more

We will explore active play through our 5 senses with our little ones!

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

Sat, Feb 22, 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.

Cozy LNGO Puzzle Club

Sat, Feb 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Whittaker - Community Room

Senior adults! Join us for a cozy... more

Senior adults! Join us for a cozy afternoon of puzzles and hot cocoa with friends. We'll bring the cocoa and will have puzzles available, but feel free to bring your own!

Travel to Timbuktu - with Aisha Traore

Sat, Feb 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Explore Timbuktu’s history and... more

Explore Timbuktu’s history and culture with Aisha Traore. Learn a traditional song and dance and a few words in traditional Malian languages.

Sun, Feb 23, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2025... more

Predict the winners for the 2025 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Sun, Feb 23, All day

Virtual

Celebrate Black History Month by... more

Celebrate Black History Month by competing in an online trivia contest.

Mon, Feb 24, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2025... more

Predict the winners for the 2025 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Mon, Feb 24, All day

Virtual

Celebrate Black History Month by... more

Celebrate Black History Month by competing in an online trivia contest.

Little Ones Storytime - Babies, Walkers, and Wiggly Toddlers

Mon, Feb 24, 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.

Mon, Feb 24, 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.

Medicare Assistance Program: We can help!

Mon, Feb 24, 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, Feb 24, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Room 1B

Trinity patients who have lost Aetna... more

Trinity patients who have lost Aetna and Humana in-network coverage or anyone with Medicare questions can get individual help from MMAP. You MUST schedule a one-on-one appointment for this service.

Mahjong Meetup

Mon, Feb 24, 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, Feb 24, 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.

Bedtime Storytime - All ages

Mon, Feb 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Build early learning skills and wind... more

Build early learning skills and wind down for bedtime with stories, songs, and movement followed by a hands-on project.

Tue, Feb 25, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2025... more

Predict the winners for the 2025 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Tue, Feb 25, All day

Virtual

Celebrate Black History Month by... more

Celebrate Black History Month by competing in an online trivia contest.

Discovery Time - Ages 2 - 4

Tue, Feb 25, 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.

Baby Storytime

Tue, Feb 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

Superior - Meeting Room

Hear a few books and learn fun songs... more

Hear a few books and learn fun songs during storytime, then chat with other caregivers while your little one plays. (Pre-walkers to early walkers)

Tue, Feb 25, 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.

One-on-One Genalogy Session with Jean Winborn

Tue, Feb 25, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Superior - Study Room 1

Sign up for a one-on-one genealogy session with Jean Winborn, co-founder of Washtenaw County African-American Genealogy Society. Registration required.

This event is full

ESL Community Tutoring - with Washtenaw Literacy

Tue, Feb 25, 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.

Tue, Feb 25, 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, Feb 25, 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, Feb 25, 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! HOLIDAY sessions on MONDAYS Dec. 23 and 30

Meditation with Ease - Guided in-person meditation

Tue, Feb 25, 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!

Cancelled

Elevating Your Writing Craft - Session 4 - Character

Tue, Feb 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Michigan

STEM Family Time is an 8-week family... more

STEM Family Time is an 8-week family program using EMUiNVENT's hands-on Dare2Design model. Students will identify a problem, design a solution, and create a prototype, while having fun!

Tue, Feb 25, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

We'll be looking at the concept of... more

We'll be looking at the concept of character. Bring work that uses concepts from the reading material and share what you want. There will be time for questions and discussions at the end.

Microsoft Word – Tips, Tricks, and Hacks

Tue, Feb 25, 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.

Ypsi Parents Read with Andrea Krueger

Tue, Feb 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Room 1C

Join social worker and educator... more

Join social worker and educator Andrea Krueger for a four-part series. Get free books and learn about reading research and how and what to read to your child (3-7) to build literacy skills at home.

Virtual African American Authors Book Discussion Group

Tue, Feb 25, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Virtual

Join us for lively discussions of... more

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

Wed, Feb 26, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2025... more

Predict the winners for the 2025 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Wed, Feb 26, All day

Virtual

Celebrate Black History Month by... more

Celebrate Black History Month by competing in an online trivia contest.

Wed, Feb 26, 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, Feb 26, 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, Feb 26, 10:30am - 11:30am

Superior - Meeting Room

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.

Gmail - Basics

Wed, Feb 26, 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.

Wed, Feb 26, 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.

Wed, Feb 26, 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.

Thu, Feb 27, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2025... more

Predict the winners for the 2025 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Thu, Feb 27, All day

Virtual

Celebrate Black History Month by... more

Celebrate Black History Month by competing in an online trivia contest.

Thu, Feb 27, 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.

Thu, Feb 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

Superior - Meeting Room

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.

Basic Literacy Community Tutoring - with Washtenaw Literacy

Thu, Feb 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.

Thu, Feb 27, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Superior - Study Room 1

Washtenaw Literacy is offering free... more

Washtenaw Literacy is offering free drop-in tutoring for adults! Get help with reading, writing, computer skills, work skills, and GED prep.

LNGO Fitness with Geraldine Powell

Thu, Feb 27, 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.

Thu, Feb 27, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual

This is a gentle fitness class that... more

This is a gentle fitness class that covers overall body health and well being. It will demonstrate multiple styles of exercises (dance, aerobic, etc.) with different types of modifications.

Thu, Feb 27, 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, Feb 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Story Time Room,Whittaker Youth Area

Kids and families, drop in to learn... more

Kids and families, drop in to learn and practice block based coding with our robots. Learn to tell Ozobots and VinciBots how to move, what to draw, and more.

Thu, Feb 27, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Whittaker - Michigan Ave Room 2

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.

Rescheduled

Paranormal Club - Investigate the Unexplained

Thu, Feb 27, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

New date Thursday, February 27, 9:00pm - 11:00pm

Michigan

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!

Pillars of Service - Exploring African American Greek Life

Thu, Feb 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Superior - Meeting Room

For Black History Month, hear from... more

For Black History Month, hear from two community leaders, Cherisa Allen and Bryan Johnson, about how becoming part of a sorority or fraternity inspired their activism and passion for community change.

Microsoft PowerPoint – Basics

Thu, Feb 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. Register online or call 734-482-4110 x2411.

Paranormal Club - Investigate the Unexplained

Thu, Feb 27, 9:00pm - 11:00pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room

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!

Fri, Feb 28, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2025... more

Predict the winners for the 2025 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Fri, Feb 28, All day

Virtual

Celebrate Black History Month by... more

Celebrate Black History Month by competing in an online trivia contest.

Chair Yoga - For all levels, with new teacher, Melanie Herron

Fri, Feb 28, 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.

Fri, Feb 28, 10:30am - 11:30am

Superior - Meeting Room

Join us for Chair Yoga, where we... more

Join us for Chair Yoga, where we will engage in slow, mindful movements to create length and space in both the mind and body.

Sensory Stations - Ages 2-6

Fri, Feb 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Story Time Room,Whittaker Youth Area

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.

Sensory Stations - Ages 2-6

Fri, Feb 28, 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.

Sat, Mar 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Story Time Room,Whittaker Youth Area

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, Mar 01, 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.

Catching Mirrors - with Spinning Dot Theatre

Sat, Mar 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Whittaker - Community Room

Explore bodies, moods, and mirrors... more

Explore bodies, moods, and mirrors in this interactive puppet show by Cameron Prevatte about accepting yourself as you are, believing in your crazy ideas, and not letting yourself down. Ages 8 and up.

Wax in the Stacks - Show off your Vinyl

Sat, Mar 01, 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. March's theme is DREAM POP.

Read It & Eat It - Cookbook Club

Mon, Mar 03, 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.

Mon, Mar 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Whittaker

Join fellow foodies for a monthly... more

Join fellow foodies for a monthly cookbook club.

Tue, Mar 04, 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.

Cancelled

Tue, Mar 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Michigan

STEM Family Time is an 8-week family... more

STEM Family Time is an 8-week family program using EMUiNVENT's hands-on Dare2Design model. Students will identify a problem, design a solution, and create a prototype, while having fun!

Wed, Mar 05, 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.

Wed, Mar 05, 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.

Thu, Mar 06, 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.

Thu, Mar 06, 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.

Chair Yoga - For all levels, with new teacher, Melanie Herron

Thu, Mar 06, 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, Mar 06, 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!

Fri, Mar 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

Superior - Meeting Room

Join us for Chair Yoga, where we... more

Join us for Chair Yoga, where we will engage in slow, mindful movements to create length and space in both the mind and body.