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Young Black Writers showcase

2023-01-16 18:00:00 2023-01-16 20:00:00 America/New_York Young Black Writers showcase YDL will host three writers as part of our MLK day celebration. Each artist will have time to share their work and explain how writing fits into their everyday lives, followed by a group conversation. Michigan - Michigan Ave. Reading Room

Monday, January 16
6:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-01-16 18:00:00 2023-01-16 20:00:00 America/New_York Young Black Writers showcase YDL will host three writers as part of our MLK day celebration. Each artist will have time to share their work and explain how writing fits into their everyday lives, followed by a group conversation. Michigan - Michigan Ave. Reading Room

Michigan

Michigan Ave. Reading Room

YDL will host three writers as part of our MLK day celebration. Each artist will have time to share their work and explain how writing fits into their everyday lives, followed by a group conversation.

As part of our city-wide celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. day, YDL-Michigan will host a Young Black Writers forum with three authors of varying styles: poetry, fiction, and youth picture books. Each author will have 20-25 minutes to read from their recent works, talk about their other life activities and community work, and explain how they embed writing practices into their daily lives. This will be followed by a group conversation and Q+A, with a few pre-arranged questions to spark discussion.


Our presenting writers are Darius Simpson (poetry), Jenna Dawson (youth), and Kayla Chenault (fiction). Copies of their books will be available for sale during the event.

Desirae Simmons will be our conversation moderator. 

This will be a hybrid event -- live inside the library AND live-streamed on Facebook, and the recording will be shared online afterward.

Questions or comments? Contact YDL-Michigan Adult Librarian Aaron Smith: asmith@ypsilibrary.org.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Writers | Civic Engagement | Book Lovers | Art & Music | African American Interest |

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Michigan

Phone: (734) 482-4110

Hours
Mon, Apr 15 Closed
Tue, Apr 16 Closed
Wed, Apr 17 Closed
Thu, Apr 18 Closed
Fri, Apr 19 Closed
Sat, Apr 20 Closed
Sun, Apr 21 Closed

About the branch

The historical downtown library on Michigan Ave. is our oldest branch. It has two meeting rooms and an outdoor plaza.

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

Thu, May 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Story Time Room
Use different supplies each week to... more
Use different supplies each week to see if you can complete our engineering design challenge. Practice problem solving and creative thinking while you play!

Thu, May 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Learn computer programming in fun,... more
Learn computer programming in fun, easy ways.
Registration is now closed

Thu, May 02, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
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.

Thu, May 02, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Whittaker - Community Room
Estate planning attorney Viginia... more
Estate planning attorney Viginia Cardwell will explore available tools including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and other methods to plan for property to pass outside of probate.

Thu, May 02, 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

Thu, May 02, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Whittaker - Computer Lab
A basic introduction to... more
A basic introduction to spreadsheets. Learn to enter and edit data, select cell ranges, format cells, use the fill handle, and create simple formulas.

Fri, May 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Superior - Meeting Room
We'll use slow, mindful movements to... more
We'll use slow, mindful movements to support brain health, muscle strength, balance, and flexibility.

Fri, May 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Whittaker - Whittaker Lobby
Exercise and socialize with a... more
Exercise and socialize with a 30-minute walk along a path near the Whittaker Road Library. Questions? 734-482-4110 x2411

Sat, May 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Whittaker - Community Room
Bring your acoustic or electric... more
Bring your acoustic or electric guitar, pick a favorite simple song you want to share, and let's practice some tunes together!

Sat, May 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Hear stories and sing songs, in... more
Hear stories and sing songs, in Arabic and English, then do a craft. All are welcome.

Sat, May 04, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Hear a book and get inspired!... more
Hear a book and get inspired! Students will experience the joy of story-creating however they are able, from writing to conversation-based brainstorming and development of new ideas.
Register

Sat, May 04, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Superior - Study Room 2
A collaborative teen leadership... more
A collaborative teen leadership meet-up: activities might include event planning or facilitating, library promotion, graphic design, or work with our library collections. *Volunteer hours available*

Sat, May 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Learn about flight in a hands-on... more
Learn about flight in a hands-on workshop.

Sun, May 05, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Whittaker - Community Room
Film screening in celebration of... more
Film screening in celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.

Mon, May 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
American and Chinese-style sets will... more
American and Chinese-style sets will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own. While you're at it, bring a friend or two! All levels of experience welcome.

Mon, May 06, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Learn about canning and freezing... more
Learn about canning and freezing jams and jellies. Find out how you can play with flavors during a demonstration from MSU-Extension.

Tue, May 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Virtual
Learn to format, select, copy,... more
Learn to format, select, copy, paste, and edit text. Also, learn to share and collaborate on a document.

Tue, May 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
SPARK East Innovation Center
Join YDL & Ozone House on the first... more
Join YDL & Ozone House on the first and third Tuesdays of the month for a fun-filled book club featuring friends, snacks, free books that you get to keep, and a gift card raffle at each session!

Tue, May 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Story Time Room
This after-school reading club is... more
This after-school reading club is for fans of graphic novels. Listen to the book read aloud, then discuss it while making art.

Tue, May 07, 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 and for simple, guided, non-religious awareness practices in the company of friends you may not have met yet!

Tue, May 07, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Meet with other yarnies and share... more
Meet with other yarnies and share your projects and ideas every Tuesday. Open to all, any handcraft welcome! 

Tue, May 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Room 1C
Come meet in this new informal... more
Come meet in this new informal group for those interested in genealogy and family history.

Wed, May 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
We're partnering with the Ann Arbor... more
We're partnering with the Ann Arbor YMCA to offer this weekly Better Balance class.

Wed, May 08, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Whittaker - Computer Lab
Learn how to add visual interest to... more
Learn how to add visual interest to your documents using tables, images, lists, and tabs.

Wed, May 08, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Room 1C
Members of Washtenaw Literacy's ESL... more
Members of Washtenaw Literacy's ESL book group will meet once a week. To register, contact Washtenaw Literacy at (734) 337-3338.

Canceled
Wed, May 08, 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Whittaker
We're partnering with the Ann Arbor... more
We're partnering with the Ann Arbor YMCA to offer this weekly Slow Flow Yoga class.

Wed, May 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Whittaker - Community Room
Classic movies featuring a genre... more
Classic movies featuring a genre mash-up of Comedy/Mystery/Crime.

Wed, May 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Join members of BMR for books... more
Join members of BMR for books featuring stories from the African diaspora and a hands-on art activity in this family Book Party.

Canceled
Wed, May 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Whittaker
We're partnering with the Ann Arbor... more
We're partnering with the Ann Arbor YMCA to offer this weekly Vinyasa Yoga class.

Thu, May 09, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
This is a general gentle fitness... more
This is a general 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, May 09, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Whittaker - Board Room
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.

Thu, May 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Learn computer programming in fun,... more
Learn computer programming in fun, easy ways.
Registration is now closed

Thu, May 09, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Whittaker - Computer Lab
Learn to apply functions, filter... more
Learn to apply functions, filter data, create charts, and print worksheets.

Fri, May 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Superior - Meeting Room
We'll use slow, mindful movements to... more
We'll use slow, mindful movements to support brain health, muscle strength, balance, and flexibility.

Fri, May 10, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Superior - Meeting Room
At this month's LNGO Crafternoon,... more
At this month's LNGO Crafternoon, we'll be making a colorful silk scarf dyed with Sharpies.
This event is full

Sat, May 11, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Room 1C
Join local DM KC Dixon for a... more
Join local DM KC Dixon for a one-shot adventure twice a month! For experienced adventurers aged 14-18.

Sat, May 11, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Virtual
Learn to enter and edit data, format... more
Learn to enter and edit data, format cells, and create simple formulas. Also, learn to share and collaborate on a spreadsheet.

Sat, May 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Enjoy toddler appropriate toys and... more
Enjoy toddler appropriate toys and play time with your little one. Take a kit to make your own toddler toy focusing on motor skills, colors, numbers, and letters.

Sat, May 11, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Virtual
Join poet and clinical social... more
Join poet and clinical social worker David Boeving in meditation and journaling exercises and learn to explore and expand feelings and thoughts through writing.

Sat, May 11, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Celebrate Mother’s Day by visiting... more
Celebrate Mother’s Day by visiting the library and creating a craft and/or writing a Mother’s Day card.

Sat, May 11, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Story Time Room,Whittaker Youth Area
Hear a book and get inspired!... more
Hear a book and get inspired! Students will experience the joy of story-creating however they are able, from writing to conversation-based brainstorming and development of new ideas.
Register

Sat, May 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Join Kayla Dillon for activities in... more
Join Kayla Dillon for activities in honor of AAPI Heritage Month

Sat, May 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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.

Sat, May 11, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Building Monitors Chris & Drew lead... more
Building Monitors Chris & Drew lead kids in fun board games.

Sun, May 12, 2:00pm - 4:45pm
Whittaker - Board Room
A hybrid event, we will review video... more
A hybrid event, we will review video material about how racism functioned historically and continues to impact the present. Local storyteller and peace activist La'Ron Williams will lead discussion.

Mon, May 13, 10:00am - 10:45am
Whittaker - Community Room
Join the Ann Arbor Symphony... more
Join the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra for a fun-filled KinderConcert for little ones.

Mon, May 13, 11:00am - 11:45am
Whittaker - Community Room
Join the Ann Arbor Symphony... more
Join the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra for a fun-filled KinderConcert for little ones.

Mon, May 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
American and Chinese-style sets will... more
American and Chinese-style sets will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own. While you're at it, bring a friend or two! All experience levels welcome.

Mon, May 13, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Room 1C
Ready to join a magical crew set on... more
Ready to join a magical crew set on adventuring through lands far and near? For ages 10 and up!

Mon, May 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Riverside Arts Center - Studio 1
Join us for a drop-in,... more
Join us for a drop-in, bring-your-own materials crafting group at the Riverside Arts Center in Studio 1 from 6-8pm.

Mon, May 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Bring your latest project and meet... more
Bring your latest project and meet with crafters that share an enjoyment of needlework! Whether you cross-stitch or embroider, get inspired, share project ideas, seek advice and work on your projects.

Tue, May 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Virtual
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), finding and replacing text, and voice typing.

Tue, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Superior - Meeting Room
English as a Second Language (ESL)... more
English as a Second Language (ESL) community tutoring is a place to practice English language skills in an informal, relaxed setting.

Tue, May 14, 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.

Tue, May 14, 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 and for simple, guided, non-religious awareness practices in the company of friends you may not have met yet!

Tue, May 14, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
Meet with other yarnies and share... more
Meet with other yarnies and share your projects and ideas every Tuesday. Open to all, any handcraft welcome! 

Tue, May 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Whittaker - Board Room
Join us every other month for this... more
Join us every other month for this new adult discussion group for fans of science fiction books.
This event is full

Wed, May 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay
We're partnering with the Ann Arbor... more
We're partnering with the Ann Arbor YMCA to offer this weekly Better Balance class.

Wed, May 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual
Learn the basics of navigating the... more
Learn the basics of navigating the Zoom meeting interface.

Wed, May 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Lobby
Come visit MICHIGAN WORKS! at the... more
Come visit MICHIGAN WORKS! at the library. A representative will be on hand to answer your questions and provide information and assistance on job leads, employment, job fairs, and career guidance.

Wed, May 15, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Room 1C
Members of Washtenaw Literacy's ESL... more
Members of Washtenaw Literacy's ESL book group will meet once a week. To register, contact Washtenaw Literacy at (734) 337-3338.

Wed, May 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Superior - Study Room 1
Free drop-in tutoring for adults in... more
Free drop-in tutoring for adults in reading, writing, and more.

Canceled
Wed, May 15, 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Whittaker
We're partnering with the Ann Arbor... more
We're partnering with the Ann Arbor YMCA to offer this weekly Slow Flow Yoga class.

Wed, May 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Room 1C
Join us for a monthly discussion of... more
Join us for a monthly discussion of a shared book and a snack. REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Email mitchell@ypsilibrary.org.

Wed, May 15, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Learn about life through the game of... more
Learn about life through the game of chess with Darryl Johnson from Mentor2Youth.

Wed, May 15, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Come share what you know about using... more
Come share what you know about using AI for your small business. If you don't know much about AI, come anyways and learn!

Canceled
Wed, May 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Whittaker
We're partnering with the Ann Arbor... more
We're partnering with the Ann Arbor YMCA to offer this weekly Vinyasa Yoga class.

Thu, May 16, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
This is a general gentle fitness... more
This is a general 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, May 16, 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.

Thu, May 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Superior - Study Room 1
Reading to a Therapaws dog helps... more
Reading to a Therapaws dog helps children build confidence and become better readers.

Thu, May 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Whittaker - Community Room
The Friends of YDL Book Sale is... more
The Friends of YDL Book Sale is coming again this May! Mark your calendars for May 16-19 at Whittaker Road. May 16 from 6-8pm will be a members only preview sale.

Thu, May 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Superior - Meeting Room
Learn computer programming in fun,... more
Learn computer programming in fun, easy ways.
Registration is now closed

Thu, May 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Whittaker - Whittaker Room 1C
A space to work on zines together,... more
A space to work on zines together, share techniques and ideas, and make zine friends. Basic art materials provided. Find out how you can contribute your own zine to YDL’s growing zine collection!

Thu, May 16, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Whittaker - Board Room
The Adult Queer Book Group reads and... more
The Adult Queer Book Group reads and discusses literature written by queer-identifying writers with diverse backgrounds. Selected books include fiction, poetry, and graphic novels.
This event is full

Thu, May 16, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Whittaker - Computer Lab
Learn how to perform simple data... more
Learn how to perform simple data analysis using Excel’s PivotTable feature.