Drop In & Draw

Tue, Feb 07, All day

Virtual

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

Tue, Feb 07, 9:30am - 3:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Room 2,Michigan Ave Program Room

AARP TaxAide program is targeted at low and moderate income taxpayers and especially targets those over 50 years old. Call 734-482-4110, x2411 or x2421 to make an appointment or for more information.

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

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

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

Baby Time

Tue, Feb 07, 10:30am - 11:00am

Superior - Meeting Room

Hear a book and learn fun songs during a short lapsit storytime designed for pre-walkers.

Tue, Feb 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual

Join fitness instructor Jerry Powell each week for a mid-day workout. Designed for ages 55 & up, but open to all adults who would enjoy a gentler workout. Registration Required.

Registration is now closed

Tue, Feb 07, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Superior - Meeting Room

English as a Second Language (ESL) community tutoring is a place to practice English language skills in an informal, relaxed setting.

Canceled

Stupid Cupid Cake Decorating

Tue, Feb 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Whittaker

This after school reading club is for fans of graphic novels. Listen to the book read aloud, then discuss while making art.

Tue, Feb 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Michigan

Come to the library to un-celebrate Valentine's Day with other teens. Put on your baking hat to decorate a mini cake to take home!

Canceled

REMIX: Teen Creative studio

Tue, Feb 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Superior

Transparent image collage (2/7/23) Customized votive candles (3/7/23) Sashiko clothing Repair (4/4/23). Reverse Tie-dye (5/2/23)

Tue, Feb 07, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Room 1

Meet with other yarnies and share your projects and ideas every Tuesday. Open to all, any handcraft welcome!

Wed, Feb 08, All day

Virtual

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

Microsoft Word – Intermediate

Wed, Feb 08, 9:30am - 3:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room,Michigan Ave Room 2

AARP TaxAide program is targeted at low and moderate income taxpayers and especially targets those over 50 years old. Call 734-482-4110, x2411 or x2421 to make an appointment or for more information.

Wed, Feb 08, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Whittaker - Computer Lab

Learn how to add visual interest to your documents using tables, images, lists, and tabs.

Registration is now closed

Read Sing Play - walkers through age 3

Wed, Feb 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

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

Wed, Feb 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Superior - Meeting Room

Learn colors, shapes, and numbers through music and movement. We’ll read a book and sing lots of songs, parents can stay and chat while kids play nearby.

Toddler Takeover Storytime - Young Walkers

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

Michigan - Michigan Ave Room 1

Join Washtenaw Literacy's ESL book club for intermediate to advanced readers. Members of the group will meet once a week. To register, contact Washtenaw Literacy at (734) 337-3338.

Wed, Feb 08, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Youth Area

Toddlers takeover and explore the library! Stories, movement, music, and activities in a safe space and time for caregivers to connect with each other. A great time for our youngest walkers to roam!

One-on-one Genealogy Session #2

Wed, Feb 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Superior - Study Room 1

Search for information about your African American ancestors or learn more about the human side of America’s slaveholding past. Sign up for a one-on-one genealogy session with Jean Winborn.

This event is full

Gmail - Basics

Wed, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Whittaker - Computer Lab

Learn how to send and retrieve messages, add attachments, create and manage labels and filters, add contacts, and manage junk email.

Registration is now closed

Best/Worst/Forgotten Movies Series - Creatures - Tremors

Wed, Feb 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Drop in and learn chess at the library with Jenny Skidmore Smith. All skill levels are welcome, but instruction will target beginners up to USCF 1500. Designed for youth ages 8-13 and their families.

Wed, Feb 08, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Whittaker - Community Room

Movie series showing the best, worst, and forgotten movies of an actor, decade, year, or topic.

Family Maker Night: Dragon Eggs

Wed, Feb 08, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room

A dragon egg is a hollow egg, with hot glue for dimension & paint for color. You can also write hatching instructions or a story about your egg. Children of all ages welcome, bring an adult to help.

Registration is now closed

Thu, Feb 09, All day

Virtual

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

Read Sing Play - Babies through age 3

Thu, Feb 09, 9:00am - 2:00pm

Whittaker - Community Room

AARP TaxAide program is targeted at low and moderate income taxpayers and especially targets those over 50 years old. Call 734-482-4110, x2411 or x2421 to make an appointment.

Thu, Feb 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Learn colors, shapes, and numbers through music and movement. Each week we’ll read a book, sing lots of songs, then let parents chat while kids play nearby.

Discovery Time Storytime

Thu, Feb 09, 10:30am - 11:15am

Michigan - Michigan Ave Youth Area

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

Discovery Time Storytime - Ages 2-4

Thu, Feb 09, 10:30am - 11:00am

Superior - Meeting Room

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

Thu, Feb 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Youth Area ,Whittaker Triangular Bay

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 nonfiction or picture book.

Canceled

Domino Toppling Meetup

Thu, Feb 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Whittaker

Use our dominoes to create chains you can topple, test, and then rebuild. Build STEM skills through problem solving and design while you play.

Ozobot Coding

Thu, Feb 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Story Time Room

Drop in and use our tiny robots to learn STEM skills through play.

Read to Moon the Library Dog

Thu, Feb 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room

Animal Adventurers is for kids who love animals and want to learn more about them!

Tween Hangout

Thu, Feb 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Superior - Meeting Room

Tweens in grades 5th-7th are invited to gather for games, activities, and time to hang out with friends

Thu, Feb 09, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Room 2

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

Yoga Storytime

Thu, Feb 09, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Join us for an active expression of storytime through yoga and movement, then wind down on a calm note, readying your family for a relaxing and easy bedtime. All ages welcome.

Internet Basics - How to Search the Web

Thu, Feb 09, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Whittaker - Computer Lab

This class covers the browser toolbar and menu options, managing your favorite websites, and using search tools and techniques.

Tummy Time Playgroup - Pre-Walkers/0-9 months

Fri, Feb 10, All day

Virtual

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

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

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room

Engage with other caregivers of new babies while learning tips and tricks for young infant play! Every week we will read stories, create a take-home activity, and connect with others.

Sensory Stations

Fri, Feb 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Youth Area

Explore different themed sensory and art stations each session to help your child develop fine motor skills and learn about the world through play. Attend Friday or Saturday. Click for details.

Get Connected: Linking Older Adults with Resources

Fri, Feb 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Whittaker - Community Room

Catholic Social Services of Washtenaw County will give three presentations and share resources about coping with life transitions, using medication wisely, mental health awareness, and more.

YDL Adult Guitar Club - Dom's & Jams

Sat, Feb 11, All day

Virtual

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

YpsiWrites Writers Room

Sat, Feb 11, 10:00am - 11:30am

Michigan - Michigan Ave Room 2

YpsiWrites comes to YDL-Michigan.Register

Sat, Feb 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room

Jam and trade licks with other like-minded folks on the world's most popular instrument!

Sensory Stations

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

Whittaker - Whittaker Youth Area

Explore different themed sensory and art stations each session to help your child develop fine motor skills and learn about the world through play. Attend Friday or Saturday. Click for details.

Anime Club

Sat, Feb 11, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Watch anime with other fans, chat about what you watch, and use our drawing supplies to sketch.

Minute to Win It

Sat, Feb 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Whittaker - Community Room

Test your family’s skills at stacking, sorting, wrapping and more. There will be silly prizes for all and top scoring families will take home a fun family game.

Soar Into Science Saturdays!

Sat, Feb 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room

Join us as we investigate the concepts of bones (1/7) and magnets (2/11) through stories and activities. Open to youth and caregivers. Registration preferred.

This event is full

Hummingbirds--How to Attract and Keep Them Returning

Sun, Feb 12, All day

Virtual

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

Sun, Feb 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Whittaker - Community Room

Find out how to get ready for the return of hummingbirds to Michigan and how to lure them to your garden.

Jumpstart Kindergarten - Ages 4-6

Mon, Feb 13, All day

Virtual

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

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

Whittaker - Whittaker Youth Area

Learning is fun at Jumpstart Kindergarten! Find an engaging blend of activities and stories designed to help prepare preschoolers for school success.

Read With Me! Family Storytime

Mon, Feb 13, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room

Bring homework and get help in all subjects or have fun reading and writing! Students can join any time during the year. A parent or guardian must complete paperwork on or before student’s first day.Register

Mon, Feb 13, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Youth Area

A story time to engage the whole family! We will dive into a new book each week and explore the story with activities and movement. A short and sweet event to wrap up Monday evenings together!

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

Mon, Feb 13, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual

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.Register

Homeless Awareness Group

Mon, Feb 13, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Room 2

This group meets weekly to focus on the homeless crisis in our community. We will have discussions, readings, and activities to raise awareness of the complexities of living without stable housing.

Tue, Feb 14, All day

Virtual

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

Tue, Feb 14, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2023 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Tue, Feb 14, 9:30am - 3:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room,Michigan Ave Room 2

AARP TaxAide program is targeted at low and moderate income taxpayers and especially targets those over 50 years old. Call 734-482-4110, x2411 or x2421 to make an appointment or for more information.

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

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

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

Baby Time

Tue, Feb 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Superior - Meeting Room

Hear a book and learn fun songs during a short lapsit storytime designed for pre-walkers.

Tue, Feb 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual

Join fitness instructor Jerry Powell each week for a mid-day workout. Designed for ages 55 & up, but open to all adults who would enjoy a gentler workout. Registration Required.

Google Docs for Beginners (Adult-Virtual)

Tue, Feb 14, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Superior - Meeting Room

English as a Second Language (ESL) community tutoring is a place to practice English language skills in an informal, relaxed setting.

Tue, Feb 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Virtual

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

Tue, Feb 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

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. Teens in grades 8-12 can apply online!

Tue, Feb 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Story Time Room,Whittaker Youth Area

This after school reading club is for fans of graphic novels. Listen to the book read aloud, then discuss while making art.

Canceled

Stupid Cupid Cake Decorating

Tue, Feb 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Michigan

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! Teens in grades 8-12 can apply online.

Rescheduled

Tue, Feb 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

New date Tuesday, February 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Michigan

Come to the library to un-celebrate Valentine's Day with other teens. Put on your baking hat to decorate a mini cake to take home!

Tue, Feb 14, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Room 1

Meet with other yarnies and share your projects and ideas every Tuesday. Open to all, any handcraft welcome!

Microsoft Excel – Basics

Tue, Feb 14, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Whittaker - Computer Lab

A basic introduction to spreadsheets. Learn to enter and edit data, select cell ranges, format cells, use the fill handle, and create simple formulas.

This event is full

Wed, Feb 15, All day

Virtual

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

Wed, Feb 15, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2023 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

How to Host a Zoom Meeting (Adult-Virtual)

Wed, Feb 15, 9:30am - 3:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room,Michigan Ave Room 2

AARP TaxAide program is targeted at low and moderate income taxpayers and especially targets those over 50 years old. Call 734-482-4110, x2411 or x2421 to make an appointment or for more information.

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

Virtual

Learn the basics for hosting a Zoom meeting from start to finish.

Read Sing Play - walkers through age 3

Wed, Feb 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

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

Wed, Feb 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Superior - Meeting Room

Learn colors, shapes, and numbers through music and movement. We’ll read a book and sing lots of songs, parents can stay and chat while kids play nearby.

Toddler Takeover Storytime - Young Walkers

Wed, Feb 15, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Room 1

Join Washtenaw Literacy's ESL book club for intermediate to advanced readers. Members of the group will meet once a week. To register, contact Washtenaw Literacy at (734) 337-3338.

Wed, Feb 15, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Youth Area

Toddlers takeover and explore the library! Stories, movement, music, and activities in a safe space and time for caregivers to connect with each other. A great time for our youngest walkers to roam!

Gmail Basics - Using Chromebooks

Wed, Feb 15, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Superior - Meeting Room

Learn how to send and retrieve messages, add attachments, create and manage labels and filters, add contacts, and manage junk email using Chromebooks.

Kids Book Club - Grades 3-5

Wed, Feb 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Drop in and learn chess at the library with Jenny Skidmore Smith. All skill levels are welcome, but instruction will target beginners up to USCF 1500. Designed for youth ages 8-13 and their families.

Wed, Feb 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room

Join us for a monthly discussion of a shared book and enjoy a snack. REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Email mitchell@ypsilibrary.org.

Small Business Savvy: - Canva 101 for Beginners

Wed, Feb 15, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Learn how to get started with Canva, a free graphic design tool for social media graphics, presentations, documents, and more.

Thu, Feb 16, All day

Virtual

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

Thu, Feb 16, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2023 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

One-on-one Genealogy Session #3

Thu, Feb 16, 9:00am - 2:00pm

Whittaker - Community Room

AARP TaxAide program is targeted at low and moderate income taxpayers and especially targets those over 50 years old. Call 734-482-4110, x2411 or x2421 to make an appointment.

Thu, Feb 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Superior - Study Room 1

Search for information about your African American ancestors or learn more about the human side of America’s slaveholding past. Sign up for a one-on-one genealogy session with Jean Winborn.

This event is full

Read Sing Play - Babies through age 3

Thu, Feb 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Learn colors, shapes, and numbers through music and movement. Each week we’ll read a book, sing lots of songs, then let parents chat while kids play nearby.

Discovery Time Storytime

Thu, Feb 16, 10:30am - 11:15am

Michigan - Michigan Ave Youth Area

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

Discovery Time Storytime - Ages 2-4

Thu, Feb 16, 10:30am - 11:00am

Superior - Meeting Room

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

Senior Advisory Board

Thu, Feb 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Whittaker - Board Room

Participants contribute to the library by sharing resources. For more information call 734-879-1316.

Google Slides for Beginners (Adult-Virtual)

Thu, Feb 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Youth Area ,Whittaker Triangular Bay

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 nonfiction or picture book.

Thu, Feb 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Virtual

Learn to create and deliver a presentation, add graphics and multimedia, and share and collaborate on a presentation.

Canceled

Domino Toppling Meetup

Thu, Feb 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Whittaker

Use our dominoes to create chains you can topple, test, and then rebuild. Build STEM skills through problem solving and design while you play.

Read to Hugo the Library Dog

Thu, Feb 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Superior - Study Room 1

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

Ozobot Coding

Thu, Feb 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Story Time Room

Drop in and use our tiny robots to learn STEM skills through play.

Thursday Night Craft Club - Iris Folding

Thu, Feb 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room

Animal Adventurers is for kids who love animals and want to learn more about them!

Yoga Storytime

Thu, Feb 16, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Join us for an active expression of storytime through yoga and movement, then wind down on a calm note, readying your family for a relaxing and easy bedtime. All ages welcome.

Thu, Feb 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Whittaker - Community Room

Join us for creative projects fit for adult craft enthusiasts. Ages 18+

Fri, Feb 17, All day

Virtual

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

Tummy Time Playgroup - Pre-Walkers/0-9 months

Fri, Feb 17, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2023 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Fri, Feb 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room

Engage with other caregivers of new babies while learning tips and tricks for young infant play! Every week we will read stories, create a take-home activity, and connect with others.

Tummy Time - Pre-walker play and social time

Fri, Feb 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Meet other parents and caregivers in a safe play space for pre-walkers. Make an interactive sensory toy to take home for more play. Attend Friday or Saturday for the same take-home activity.

Sat, Feb 18, All day

Virtual

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

Dungeons & Dragons: drop in for teens

Sat, Feb 18, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2023 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Sat, Feb 18, 10:15am - 12:00pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Room 2

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

Google Sheets Tips & Tricks (Adult-Virtual)

Sat, Feb 18, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Virtual

Explore more advanced features of Google Sheets including: using formulas and functions, sorting, filtering and linking data, and defining a print area.

Tummy Time - Pre-walker play and social time

Sat, Feb 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Meet other parents and caregivers in a safe play space for pre-walkers. Make an interactive sensory toy to take home for more play. Attend Friday or Saturday for the same take-home activity.

Opening Our Hearts with Poetry and Black Women’s Writings - Celebrating & Learning from Black Women Writers

Sat, Feb 18, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Virtual

Explore how all of us as writers can inspire change and make a difference in our communities and our world through our creative expression. We'll use African American women's poetry as inspiration.

Google Calendar - Basics

Sat, Feb 18, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Whittaker - Computer Lab

Get organized! Learn the basics for setting up and using Google Calendar.

KABOOMISTRY - Presented by Michigan Science Center

Sat, Feb 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Whittaker - Community Room

Learn why things go KA-BOOM! Mixing physics and chemistry to get some loud, flashy effects.

Sun, Feb 19, All day

Virtual

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

Sun, Feb 19, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2023 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Drawing Faces 101

Sun, Feb 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Join artist Lidia Kaku to learn to drawing faces and get tips to improve your drawings. All supplies provided. Ages 10-18.

Mon, Feb 20, All day

Virtual

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

Google Docs for Beginners (Adult, In-Person) - Using Chromebooks

Mon, Feb 20, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2023 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Mon, Feb 20, 11:30am - 1:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room

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

Mon, Feb 20, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room

Homeless Awareness Group

Mon, Feb 20, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Room 2

This group meets weekly to focus on the homeless crisis in our community. We will have discussions, readings, and activities to raise awareness of the complexities of living without stable housing.

Tue, Feb 21, All day

Virtual

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

Tue, Feb 21, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2023 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Tue, Feb 21, 9:30am - 3:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room,Michigan Ave Room 2

AARP TaxAide program is targeted at low and moderate income taxpayers and especially targets those over 50 years old. Call 734-482-4110, x2411 or x2421 to make an appointment or for more information.

Tue, Feb 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual

Join fitness instructor Jerry Powell each week for a mid-day workout. Designed for ages 55 & up, but open to all adults who would enjoy a gentler workout. Registration Required.

Google Docs Tips & Tricks (Adult-Virtual)

Tue, Feb 21, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Superior - Meeting Room

English as a Second Language (ESL) community tutoring is a place to practice English language skills in an informal, relaxed setting.

Tue, Feb 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Virtual

Explore more advanced features of Google Docs including: headers and footers, tabs and indents, inserting breaks (page, section, and column), finding and replacing text, and voice typing.

Superior TAG - Teen Advisory Group

Tue, Feb 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Story Time Room,Whittaker Youth Area

This after school reading club is for fans of graphic novels. Listen to the book read aloud, then discuss while making art.

Tue, Feb 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Superior - Meeting Room

Gain volunteer hours and contribute to teen programming/services by joining TAG monthly meetings.

Microsoft Excel – Intermediate

Tue, Feb 21, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Room 1

Meet with other yarnies and share your projects and ideas every Tuesday. Open to all, any handcraft welcome!

Tue, Feb 21, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Whittaker - Computer Lab

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

Air Fryer Cooking with Mary Spencer

Tue, Feb 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual

Learn the basics of using an air fryer.

Paranormal Club

Tue, Feb 21, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room

Are you fascinated by paranormal phenomena? Join the YDL's Paranormal Club where we'll explore and discuss bizarre phenomena that's confounded mankind.

Wed, Feb 22, All day

Virtual

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

Wed, Feb 22, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2023 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Wed, Feb 22, 9:30am - 3:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room,Michigan Ave Room 2

AARP TaxAide program is targeted at low and moderate income taxpayers and especially targets those over 50 years old. Call 734-482-4110, x2411 or x2421 to make an appointment or for more information.

One-on-one Genealogy Session #4

Wed, Feb 22, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Room 1

Join Washtenaw Literacy's ESL book club for intermediate to advanced readers. Members of the group will meet once a week. To register, contact Washtenaw Literacy at (734) 337-3338.

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

Superior - Study Room 1

Search for information about your African American ancestors or learn more about the human side of America’s slaveholding past. Sign up for a one-on-one genealogy session with Jean Winborn.

This event is full

Virtual Mystery Lover's Book Group

Wed, Feb 22, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Virtual

Calling all mystery lovers! Check out a new mystery title each month.

Wed, Feb 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Drop in and learn chess at the library with Jenny Skidmore Smith. All skill levels are welcome, but instruction will target beginners up to USCF 1500. Designed for youth ages 8-13 and their families.

Thu, Feb 23, All day

Virtual

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

Thu, Feb 23, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2023 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Thu, Feb 23, 9:00am - 2:00pm

Whittaker - Community Room

AARP TaxAide program is targeted at low and moderate income taxpayers and especially targets those over 50 years old. Call 734-482-4110, x2411 or x2421 to make an appointment.

Thu, Feb 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Youth Area ,Whittaker Triangular Bay

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 nonfiction or picture book.

Ozobot Coding

Thu, Feb 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Story Time Room

Drop in and use our tiny robots to learn STEM skills through play.

Read to Moon the Library Dog

Thu, Feb 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room

Animal Adventurers is for kids who love animals and want to learn more about them!

Tween Hangout

Thu, Feb 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Superior - Meeting Room

Tweens in grades 5th-7th are invited to gather for games, activities, and time to hang out with friends

Thu, Feb 23, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Room 2

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

Microsoft PowerPoint – Basics

Thu, Feb 23, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Whittaker - Computer Lab

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 ext. 2411.

Fri, Feb 24, All day

Virtual

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

Fri, Feb 24, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2023 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Little Ones Play

Fri, Feb 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Littles ones can get some winter energy out while parents and caregivers chat nearby.

LNGO Crafternoons

Fri, Feb 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room

Join us for a lighthearted afternoon working on a craft project where the goals are to engage your mind, connect with others, and build new brain neurons playing with a new technique. Ages 55+.

This event is full

Sat, Feb 25, All day

Virtual

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

A Story Worth Writing: - Self-Care and Autobiography

Sat, Feb 25, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2023 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Sat, Feb 25, 10:00am - 11:30am

Virtual

Explore everyday approaches to self-care and see how taking care of oneself is a story worth writing.

YDL Adult Guitar Club - Dom's & Jams

Sat, Feb 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room

Jam and trade licks with other like-minded folks on the world's most popular instrument!

Microsoft Excel – Pivot Tables (Intermediate)

Sat, Feb 25, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Whittaker - Computer Lab

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

World Language Storytime - Spanish

Sat, Feb 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Our bilingual storytimes return! This month we’ll have stories and songs in Spanish with an English translation followed by art and sensory activities. All are welcome.

Anime Club

Sat, Feb 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Watch anime with other fans, chat about what you watch, and use our drawing supplies to sketch.

Anime Meetup - Ages 8-12

Sat, Feb 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Story Time Room

Meet up to watch and discuss anime, create art, eat snacks, and play games.

Great Migration - Reflections of the Past in Anticipation of the Future

Sat, Feb 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Whittaker - Community Room Display

The Great Migration transformed America's cultural landscape, impacting cities and towns across the nation, including Detroit and Washtenaw County.

Google Drive - Basics

Sat, Feb 25, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Whittaker - Computer Lab

Explore Google Drive's interface and learn how to create, view, upload/download, organize, modify, share, and remove files/folders.

Children & Family Painting Club

Sat, Feb 25, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room

Join us for a paint club and paint for an hour! Paints, brushes, and other materials will be provided. Please wear clothing suitable for getting messy. Painting aprons available.

This event is full

Sun, Feb 26, All day

Virtual

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

Safely Talk About Race & Racism - Race and Guns in a Fatally Unequal America

Sun, Feb 26, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2023 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Sun, Feb 26, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Whittaker - Community Room

A hybrid event, we will view video of Dr. Carol Anderson discussing "The Second: Race & Guns in a Fatally Unequal America." Local storyteller and peace activist La'Ron Williams will lead discussion.

Mon, Feb 27, All day

Virtual

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

Mon, Feb 27, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2023 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Mon, Feb 27, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room

Homeless Awareness Group

Mon, Feb 27, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Room 2

This group meets weekly to focus on the homeless crisis in our community. We will have discussions, readings, and activities to raise awareness of the complexities of living without stable housing.

Tue, Feb 28, All day

Virtual

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

Tue, Feb 28, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2023 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Tue, Feb 28, 9:30am - 3:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room,Michigan Ave Room 2

AARP TaxAide program is targeted at low and moderate income taxpayers and especially targets those over 50 years old. Call 734-482-4110, x2411 or x2421 to make an appointment or for more information.

Tue, Feb 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual

Join fitness instructor Jerry Powell each week for a mid-day workout. Designed for ages 55 & up, but open to all adults who would enjoy a gentler workout. Registration Required.

Tue, Feb 28, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Superior - Meeting Room

English as a Second Language (ESL) community tutoring is a place to practice English language skills in an informal, relaxed setting.

Tue, Feb 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

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. Teens in grades 8-12 can apply online!

Tue, Feb 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Story Time Room,Whittaker Youth Area

This after school reading club is for fans of graphic novels. Listen to the book read aloud, then discuss while making art.

Tue, Feb 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Room 1

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! Teens in grades 8-12 can apply online.

Virtual African American Authors Book Discussion Group

Tue, Feb 28, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Room 1

Meet with other yarnies and share your projects and ideas every Tuesday. Open to all, any handcraft welcome!

Tue, Feb 28, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Virtual

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

YpsiWrites Virtual Writing Support - Request any time

Wed, Mar 01, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2023 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Wed, Mar 01, All day

Virtual

Have your writing reviewed by an YpsiWrites consultant. Get feedback on your writing and strategies for development and revision. Find help with any type of writing!

Wed, Mar 01, 9:30am - 3:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room,Michigan Ave Room 2

AARP TaxAide program is targeted at low and moderate income taxpayers and especially targets those over 50 years old. Call 734-482-4110, x2411 or x2421 to make an appointment or for more information.

Wed, Mar 01, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Room 1

Join Washtenaw Literacy's ESL book club for intermediate to advanced readers. Members of the group will meet once a week. To register, contact Washtenaw Literacy at (734) 337-3338.

Gmail - Basics

Wed, Mar 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Whittaker - Computer Lab

Learn how to send and retrieve messages, add attachments, create and manage labels and filters, add contacts, and manage junk email.

Wed, Mar 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Drop in and learn chess at the library with Jenny Skidmore Smith. All skill levels are welcome, but instruction will target beginners up to USCF 1500. Designed for youth ages 8-13 and their families.

Thu, Mar 02, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2023 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Thursday Morning Book Group

Thu, Mar 02, 9:00am - 2:00pm

Whittaker - Community Room

AARP TaxAide program is targeted at low and moderate income taxpayers and especially targets those over 50 years old. Call 734-482-4110, x2411 or x2421 to make an appointment.

Thu, Mar 02, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Room 1C

Join us once a month for interesting discussions of a variety of books.

Thu, Mar 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay,Whittaker Youth Area

Calling all homeschoolers and anyone that feels at home in the Library!

Tween Book Club - Grades 6-8

Thu, Mar 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room

Animal Adventurers is for kids who love animals and want to learn more about them!

Thu, Mar 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Room 2

Join us for a monthly discussion of a shared book and enjoy a snack. REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Email mitchell@ypsilibrary.org

Google Drive - Basics

Thu, Mar 02, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Whittaker - Computer Lab

Explore Google Drive's interface and learn how to create, view, upload/download, organize, modify, share, and remove files/folders.

Fri, Mar 03, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2023 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Dungeons & Dragons: drop in for teens

Sat, Mar 04, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2023 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Sat, Mar 04, 10:15am - 12:00pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Room 2

Join us for D&D with an experienced DM, an adventurous storyline, and pre-generated characters. One-shot with an overarching storyline. For ages 12 -18.

Carving Out A Corner: - Finding Time and Space to Write in the Midst of Life

Sat, Mar 04, 11:00am - 12:15pm

Virtual

Learn how to make writing a short, daily practice and how to carve out space for yourself.

Preschool and Kindergarten Resource Fair

Sat, Mar 04, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Whittaker - Community Room,Whittaker Triangular Bay

Get information from representatives of local schools, enjoy hands-on activities for little ones, and take home a free book and tote bag.

Seed Starting

Sat, Mar 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Superior - Meeting Room

Help us plant the seeds that will eventually grow in our Superior Learning Garden and kick-off our seed library. Dress to get your hands dirty!

Celebrate Spring!

Sat, Mar 04, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Youth Area,Michigan Ave Program Room

Spring begins this month. Join us to make flowery spring slime and play spring bingo.

Teen Tea Party

Sat, Mar 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Whittaker - Community Room

Make and sample a variety of teas from around the world--boba tea, masala chai, matcha, butterfly pea flower tea, and more. Plus try a variety of fancy finger foods.

Sun, Mar 05, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2023 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Mon, Mar 06, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2023 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Emergent Readers Book Club - Ages 5-7

Mon, Mar 06, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room

Mon, Mar 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Story Time Room

Early literacy fun for kids just starting to read Early Reader books.

Tue, Mar 07, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2023 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Tue, Mar 07, 9:30am - 3:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room,Michigan Ave Room 2

AARP TaxAide program is targeted at low and moderate income taxpayers and especially targets those over 50 years old. Call 734-482-4110, x2411 or x2421 to make an appointment or for more information.

Google Sheets for Beginners (Adult-Virtual)

Tue, Mar 07, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Superior - Meeting Room

English as a Second Language (ESL) community tutoring is a place to practice English language skills in an informal, relaxed setting.

Tue, Mar 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Virtual

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

REMIX: Teen Creative studio

Tue, Mar 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Story Time Room,Whittaker Youth Area

This after school reading club is for fans of graphic novels. Listen to the book read aloud, then discuss while making art.

Tue, Mar 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Superior - Meeting Room

Transparent image collage (2/7/23) Customized votive candles (3/7/23) Sashiko clothing Repair (4/4/23). Reverse Tie-dye (5/2/23)

Tue, Mar 07, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Room 1

Meet with other yarnies and share your projects and ideas every Tuesday. Open to all, any handcraft welcome!

Wed, Mar 08, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2023 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Wed, Mar 08, 9:30am - 3:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room,Michigan Ave Room 2

AARP TaxAide program is targeted at low and moderate income taxpayers and especially targets those over 50 years old. Call 734-482-4110, x2411 or x2421 to make an appointment or for more information.

Microsoft Excel – Basics

Wed, Mar 08, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Whittaker - Computer Lab

A basic introduction to spreadsheets. Learn to enter and edit data, select cell ranges, format cells, use the fill handle, and create simple formulas.

Wed, Mar 08, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Room 1

Join Washtenaw Literacy's ESL book club for intermediate to advanced readers. Members of the group will meet once a week. To register, contact Washtenaw Literacy at (734) 337-3338.

Best/Worst/Forgotten Movies Series - Forest Whitaker - The Last King of Scotland

Wed, Mar 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Drop in and learn chess at the library with Jenny Skidmore Smith. All skill levels are welcome, but instruction will target beginners up to USCF 1500. Designed for youth ages 8-13 and their families.

Wed, Mar 08, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Whittaker - Community Room

Movie series showing the best, worst, and forgotten movies of an actor, decade, year, or topic.

Family Maker Night: Collage

Wed, Mar 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room

Join us for a collage experience. We'll have old library books, maps, calendars, papers, and random things to Mod-Podge onto canvas board. Feel free to BYO photos or images to work with, too.

Thu, Mar 09, All day

Virtual

Predict the winners for the 2023 Academy and Razzie Awards and win a movie prize pack.

Thu, Mar 09, 9:00am - 2:00pm

Whittaker - Community Room

AARP TaxAide program is targeted at low and moderate income taxpayers and especially targets those over 50 years old. Call 734-482-4110, x2411 or x2421 to make an appointment.