Jumpstart Kindergarten

Downtown Queer Crafting Group

Mon, Sep 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

We're offering a weekly Mahjong... more

We're offering a weekly Mahjong group and want you to join! Bring yourself and a friend or two. American and Chinese-style sets provided, or you're welcome to bring your own.

Mon, Sep 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Riverside Arts Center - Studio 1

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

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

TAG - Teen Advisory Group

Tue, Sep 10, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Superior - Meeting Room

English as a Second Language (ESL)... more

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

Tue, Sep 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Looking for ways to help the... more

Looking for ways to help the community and earn volunteer hours? Join TAG and meet twice each month to help the library best serve Ypsi teens by evaluating community needs and planning programs.

Tue, Sep 10, 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!

Science Fiction Book Club

Tue, Sep 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Superior - Meeting Room

Meditation has many benefits for our... more

Meditation has many benefits for our health and well-being. Drop in for simple, guided, non-religious awareness practices in the company of friends you may not have met yet!

Microsoft Excel – Basics

Tue, Sep 10, 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.

Registration is now closed

Tue, Sep 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Whittaker - Board Room

Join us every other month for this... more

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

MICHIGAN WORKS! Southeast Community Outreach

Wed, Sep 11, 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.

Microsoft Publisher – Basics

Wed, Sep 11, 11:00am - 12:30pm

New venue 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, Sep 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.

Basic Literacy Community Tutoring - with Washtenaw Literacy

Wed, Sep 11, 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.

Maker Night: FrankenToys!

Wed, Sep 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Whittaker - Community Room

Get a group together and make... more

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

Crochet Club

Wed, Sep 11, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Gather with other crocheters on the... more

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

Medicare 101: From Confusion to Clarity

Thu, Sep 12, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Whittaker - Community Room

Medicare 101 is designed to help you... more

Medicare 101 is designed to help you understand the basics. Attend a session on Sept. 12 OR Sept. 18 for the same tips.

Thu, Sep 12, 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.

Vaccine Clinic - with Michigan Medicine

Thu, Sep 12, 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 with different types of modifications.

Thu, Sep 12, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Superior - Meeting Room,Study Room 1,Study Room 2

Free seasonal flu vaccines for... more

Free seasonal flu vaccines for anyone ages 19 & up.

Read to Moon the Library Dog

Thu, Sep 12, 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.

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

Thu, Sep 12, 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!

Google Drive - Basics

Thu, Sep 12, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Whittaker - Computer Lab

Explore Google Drive's interface and... more

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

LNGO Crafternoons - Neurographic Art

Fri, Sep 13, 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, Sep 13, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Superior - Meeting Room

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

At this month's LNGO Crafternoon, we'll use markers and watercolors to try out a technique called neurographic art. No artistic skill needed!

Let's Dance with Sherry Hawkins

Fri, Sep 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Superior - Meeting Room

Learn a few hustle/line dances with... more

Learn a few hustle/line dances with a phenomenal, fun, and energetic dance instructor with over 20 years of experience and community engagement.

Gmail - Basics

Sat, Sep 14, 10:30am - 12:30pm

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.

Finding the Voice for Your Memoir or Personal Essay

Sat, Sep 14, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Virtual

Join us on Zoom for this workshop on... more

Join us on Zoom for this workshop on how to create a speaking persona when writing memoirs or personal essays.

ASL-Friendly Sensory Storytime - Toddlers to Age 5

Sat, Sep 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Superior - Meeting Room

Storytime fully interpreted in... more

Storytime fully interpreted in American Sign Language with hearing-sensitive activities.

Microsoft Word – Basics

Sat, Sep 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Whittaker - Computer Lab

Learn how to create, format, select,... more

Learn how to create, format, select, copy, paste, and edit text.

Harriet Tubman Herself - with Chris Dixon

Sat, Sep 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Whittaker

Chris Dixon is a celebrated singer... more

Chris Dixon is a celebrated singer and actress who has performed her one-woman Harriet Tubman show for audiences in schools, community centers, churches, and theaters across the country.

Digging and Storing Tender Geophytes - Caladiums, Cannas, Dahlias, Gladiolas, Tuberous Begonias

Sun, Sep 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Whittaker - Community Room

Learn how to dig up and store common... more

Learn how to dig up and store common flowers such as cannas, dahlias and begonias before wintertime so you can plant them again to bloom next summer.

Safely Talk About Racism: Project 2025

Sun, Sep 15, 2:00pm - 4:45pm

Whittaker - Board Room

This hybrid series screens films... more

This hybrid series screens films that provide the opportunity to safely engage in conversation about the topic of racism. Local storyteller and peace activist La'Ron Williams will lead discussion.

KinderConcert

Mon, Sep 16, 10:00am - 10:45am

Superior - Meeting Room

Little ones move and dance to live... more

Little ones move and dance to live music performed by musicians from the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra.

High Tech for 55 and Up: AARP Smart DriverTEK Course - Community Workshop

Mon, Sep 16, 10:00am - 11:30am

Whittaker - Community Room

Have a new car, but confused by the... more

Have a new car, but confused by the technology? This is the class for you! It will focus on driver safety while becoming familiar with the latest vehicle technologies.

KinderConcert

Mon, Sep 16, 11:00am - 11:45am

Superior - Meeting Room

Little ones move and dance to live... more

Little ones move and dance to live music performed by musicians from the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra.

Classic Noir Movies - Murder, My Sweet (1944)

Mon, Sep 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

We're offering a weekly Mahjong... more

We're offering a weekly Mahjong group and want you to join! Bring yourself and a friend or two. American and Chinese-style sets provided, or you're welcome to bring your own.

Mon, Sep 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Whittaker - Community Room

Watch classic Noir movies.

City Council & School Board Candidate Forum

Mon, Sep 16, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Ypsilanti Senior Center

YDL and the LWV will be holding a... more

YDL and the LWV will be holding a candidates forum where residents can learn about the political positions and submit questions for the candidates running for city council and school board in November

National Voter Registration Day - Register to Vote!

Tue, Sep 17, 11:30am - 2:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Lobby

Join YDL and the League of Women... more

Join YDL and the League of Women Voters of Washtenaw County on National Voter Registration Day! Register to vote and become an informed citizen.

National Voter Registration Day: League of Women Voters

Tue, Sep 17, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Superior - Meeting Room

English as a Second Language (ESL)... more

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

Tue, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Superior - Superior Inside

Celebrate National Voter... more

Celebrate National Voter Registration Day with the League of Women Voters.

Tue, Sep 17, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Meet with other yarnies and share... more

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

Microsoft Excel – Intermediate

Tue, Sep 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Superior - Meeting Room

Meditation has many benefits for our... more

Meditation has many benefits for our health and well-being. Drop in for simple, guided, non-religious awareness practices in the company of friends you may not have met yet!

Tue, Sep 17, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Whittaker - Computer Lab

Learn to apply functions, filter... more

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

African American Quilt History in Michigan - A virtual presentation with quilt scholar Marsha MacDowell

Tue, Sep 17, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual

This presentation will highlight... more

This presentation will highlight stories of quilting in Michigan – from Idlewild to Detroit, from the time of slavery to today.

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

Wed, Sep 18, 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, Sep 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual

Learn the basics of navigating the... more

Learn the basics of navigating the Zoom meeting interface.

Microsoft Word – Tips, Tricks, and Hacks

Wed, Sep 18, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Whittaker - Michigan Ave Room 1,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, Sep 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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.

Basic Literacy Community Tutoring - with Washtenaw Literacy

Wed, Sep 18, 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.

Medicare 101: From Confusion to Clarity

Wed, Sep 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Medicare 101 is designed to help you... more

Medicare 101 is designed to help you understand the basics. Attend a session on Sept. 12 OR Sept. 18 for the same tips.

Kids Book Club - Grades 3-5

Wed, Sep 18, 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.

Small Business Savvy: - How to Start/Grow Your Small Business With Help From The SBA

Wed, Sep 18, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Learn about the many programs... more

Learn about the many programs provided by the SBA that can help your small business thrive!

Writers Room & Drop-in Consulting

Wed, Sep 18, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Join other writers for open writing... more

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

Fall Bulbs for Spring Flowers - Spring-flowering Geophytes (Bulbs)

Wed, Sep 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Superior - Meeting Room

Learn more about what you can plant... more

Learn more about what you can plant this fall for spring blooms from Master Gardener, Carol Brodbeck.

Thu, Sep 19, 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, Sep 19, 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 with different types of modifications.

Senior Advisory Board

Thu, Sep 19, 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.

Computer Basics - Getting Started

Thu, Sep 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Whittaker

The Friends of YDL Book Sale is... more

The Friends of YDL Book Sale is coming again this September! Mark your calendars for Sept. 19-21 at Whittaker Road. Sept. 19 from 6-8pm will be a members only preview sale.

Adult Queer Book Group

Thu, Sep 19, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Whittaker - Michigan Ave Program Room,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, Sep 19, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Whittaker - Computer Lab

Learn the parts and proper use of... more

Learn the parts and proper use of the computer and Windows basics, including opening/closing applications and managing files/folders.

Trauma Sensitive Yoga with Dominique Theophilus

Thu, Sep 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Superior - Meeting Room

Dominique is a Bahamian-American who... more

Dominique is a Bahamian-American who specializes in trauma-sensitive yoga. She works with clients through a combination of breathing and specialized movements to ensure safety within the body.

Friday Walking Club (55+)

Fri, Sep 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Whittaker - Whittaker Lobby

Exercise and socialize with a... more

Exercise and socialize with a 30-minute walk along a path near the Whittaker Road Library. Questions? Call (734) 482-4110 x2411.

Fri, Sep 20, 11:00am - 5:00pm

Whittaker

The Friends of YDL Book Sale is... more

The Friends of YDL Book Sale is coming again this September! Mark your calendars for Sept. 19-21 at Whittaker Road. Sept. 19 from 6-8pm will be a members only preview sale.

Washtenaw African American Genealogical Society - WAAGS Meeting

Fri, Sep 20, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Whittaker - Computer Lab

Drop in on Friday afternoons for... more

Drop in on Friday afternoons for FREE sessions to build your digital literacy skills with staff and volunteers from Washtenaw Literacy.

YDL Guitar Club

Sat, Sep 21, 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 you want to share, and let's practice some tunes together!

Sat, Sep 21, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Virtual

Washtenaw African American... more

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

Facebook 101

Sat, Sep 21, 11:00am - 12:15pm

Superior - Meeting Room

A beginner-friendly class on how to... more

A beginner-friendly class on how to navigate and use Facebook! Learn the ins and outs of Facebook, from posting updates to understanding privacy settings. Registration required.

Reggie Harris: Music and the Underground Railroad

Sat, Sep 21, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Whittaker

The Friends of YDL Book Sale is... more

The Friends of YDL Book Sale is coming again this September! Mark your calendars for Sept. 19-21 at Whittaker Road. Sept. 19 from 6-8pm will be a members only preview sale.

Sat, Sep 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Whittaker

This interactive concert of songs,... more

This interactive concert of songs, stories, and narratives about slavery and the quest for freedom reveals the hope, power, and triumph that was accomplished by a network of multicultural allies.

Meet the Artist - Reception with Angelica Esquivel

Sat, Sep 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Superior - Meeting Room

Enjoy a reception with Angelica... more

Enjoy a reception with Angelica Esquivel, whose work was recently added to YDL's permanent art collection at the Superior branch.

Sun, Sep 22, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Whittaker

The Friends of YDL Book Sale is... more

The Friends of YDL Book Sale is coming again this September! Mark your calendars for Sept. 19-21 at Whittaker Road. Sept. 19 from 6-8pm will be a members only preview sale.

Mon, Sep 23, 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.

Grieve Well: Understanding Grief Webinar

Mon, Sep 23, 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.

Banned Book Club

Mon, Sep 23, 7:00pm - 8:15pm

Superior - Meeting Room

Read and discuss books that are... more

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

Mon, Sep 23, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual

Join YDL and GrieveWell for this... more

Join YDL and GrieveWell for this interactive workshop to learn about grief and its effects on one's physical and emotional health.

Baby Storytime

Tue, Sep 24, 10:30am - 11:30am

Superior - Meeting Room

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

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

Tue, Sep 24, 10:30am - 11:30am

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Learn a variety of... more

Learn a variety of preschool-readiness skills, from ABCs to kindness, through music, parachute, and books, followed by exploratory play.

Tue, Sep 24, 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.

TAG - Teen Advisory Group

Tue, Sep 24, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Superior - Meeting Room

English as a Second Language (ESL)... more

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

Tue, Sep 24, 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.

Ecological Restoration Service Project - Ages 12-18

Tue, Sep 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Rolling Hills County Park

Hike at Rolling Hills County Park... more

Hike at Rolling Hills County Park with Naturalist Shawn Severance to learn how to help care for wild places by identifying and learning to remove invasive species. Earn service hours!

Tue, Sep 24, 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!

Elevating Your Writing Craft - Session 1 - Introduction

Tue, Sep 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Superior - Meeting Room

Meditation has many benefits for our... more

Meditation has many benefits for our health and well-being. Drop in for simple, guided, non-religious awareness practices in the company of friends you may not have met yet!

Tue, Sep 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Dive into literary craft techniques... more

Dive into literary craft techniques in this virtual four-part workshop series led by author Jeannette Matthews from YpsiWrites.

Microsoft Excel – Pivot Tables (Intermediate)

Tue, Sep 24, 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.

Virtual African American Authors Book Discussion Group

Tue, Sep 24, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Virtual

Join us for lively discussions of... more

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

Read, Sing, Play - Walkers through age 3

Wed, Sep 25, 10:00am - 11:00am

Whittaker - Community Room

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

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

Baby Time

Wed, Sep 25, 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, Sep 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

Superior - Meeting Room

Learn colors, shapes, and numbers... more

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

How to Host a Zoom Meeting (Adult-Virtual)

Wed, Sep 25, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Virtual

Learn the basics for hosting a Zoom... more

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

Basic Literacy Community Tutoring - with Washtenaw Literacy

Wed, Sep 25, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Whittaker - Michigan Ave Room 1,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, Sep 25, 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.

Home Safety for 55 and Up: Burns & Falls - Community Workshhop

Thu, Sep 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Whittaker - Community Room

This is an NFPA (National Fire... more

This is an NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) Steps to Safety course on older adult burn/fire and fall prevention.

Read, Sing, Play - Ages 1-3

Thu, Sep 26, 10:30am - 11:30am

Superior - Meeting Room

Learn a variety of preschool... more

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

Thu, Sep 26, 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, Sep 26, 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.

Love of Learning Club - For ages 6–9.

Thu, Sep 26, 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 with different types of modifications.

Thu, Sep 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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

Connect with other families while... more

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

After School STEM - Sports Science

Thu, Sep 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Youth Area ,Whittaker Story Time Room

Explore geometry, engineering, and... more

Explore geometry, engineering, and the other sciences behind your favorite sport.

Read to Moon the Library Dog

Thu, Sep 26, 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.

Black Men Read Book Party

Thu, Sep 26, 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.

Paranormal Club - Investigate the Unexplained

Thu, Sep 26, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Whittaker - Community 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!

Internet Basics - How to Search the Web

Thu, Sep 26, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

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.

Sensory Stations - Ages 2-6

Fri, Sep 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Youth Area ,Whittaker Story Time Room

Explore different themed sensory and... more

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

Let's Dance with Sherry Hawkins

Fri, Sep 27, 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, Sep 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Library Plaza

Learn a few hustle/line dances with... more

Learn a few hustle/line dances with a phenomenal, fun, and energetic dance instructor with over 20 years of experience and community engagement.

Senior Game Time at Ypsilanti Farmers Market

Sat, Sep 28, 9:00am - 1:00pm

Ypsilanti Farmer's Market

Seniors: Join us at the market for... more

Seniors: Join us at the market for senior game time! Each month we'll play a new game or puzzle and have lots of library resources available. Learning (and FUN) Never Gets Old.

Vega Discover – Basics

Sat, Sep 28, 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.

Coffee Hour with Representative Jimmie Wilson, Jr.

Sat, Sep 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Superior - Meeting Room

Please join Representative Jimmie... more

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

Sensory Stations - Ages 2-6

Sat, Sep 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Youth Area ,Whittaker Story Time Room

Explore different themed sensory and... more

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

Navigating By Stars

Sat, Sep 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Whittaker - Community Room

Learn about star navigation and make... more

Learn about star navigation and make your own planisphere, a simple device used to predict which stars will be visible at what time of night/year.

Microsoft Word – Intermediate

Sat, Sep 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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.

Local Author Reading with Heather Neff

Sun, Sep 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Whittaker - Community Room

Hear Ypsilanti author Heather Neff... more

Hear Ypsilanti author Heather Neff read from her latest works.

Little Ones Storytime - Babies, Walkers, and Wiggly Toddlers

Mon, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 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.

Mon, Sep 30, 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.

Baby Storytime

Tue, Oct 01, 10:30am - 11:30am

Superior - Meeting Room

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

Tue, Oct 01, 10:30am - 11:30am

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Learn a variety of... more

Learn a variety of preschool-readiness skills, from ABCs to kindness, through music, parachute, and books, followed by exploratory play.

Tue, Oct 01, 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, Oct 01, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Superior - Meeting Room

English as a Second Language (ESL)... more

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

Tue, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Meet with other yarnies and share... more

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

Google Docs for Beginners

Tue, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Superior - Meeting Room

Meditation has many benefits for our... more

Meditation has many benefits for our health and well-being. Drop in for simple, guided, non-religious awareness practices in the company of friends you may not have met yet!

Tue, Oct 01, 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.

Genealogy and Family History Bunch

Tue, Oct 01, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Room 1C

Meet with others who are interested... more

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

The Underground Railroad & Me

Tue, Oct 01, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Whittaker - Community Room

Deepen your relationship with... more

Deepen your relationship with Michigan Underground Railroad history. Explore how this history can shape your perspective on the past, present, and future.

Read, Sing, Play - Walkers through age 3

Wed, Oct 02, 10:00am - 11:00am

Whittaker - Community Room

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

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

Baby Time

Wed, Oct 02, 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, Oct 02, 10:30am - 11:30am

Superior - Meeting Room

Learn colors, shapes, and numbers... more

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

Computer Basics - Getting Started

Wed, Oct 02, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Whittaker - Michigan Ave Room 1,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, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Whittaker - Computer Lab

Learn the parts and proper use of... more

Learn the parts and proper use of the computer and Windows basics, including opening/closing applications and managing files/folders.

Basic Literacy Community Tutoring - with Washtenaw Literacy

Wed, Oct 02, 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.

Kids Chess Club - with Jenny Skidmore Smith

Wed, Oct 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Drop in and learn chess with Jenny... more

Drop in and learn chess with Jenny Skidmore Smith at the library! All skill levels are welcome, but instruction will target beginners up to USCF 1500. Designed for youth ages 7-13 and their families.

Breastfeeding Basics - With Wrapped in Love

Wed, Oct 02, 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.

Read, Sing, Play - Ages 1-3

Thu, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

Superior - Meeting Room

Learn a variety of preschool... more

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

Thu, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Each week we’ll read a book, sing... more

Each week we’ll read a book, sing lots of songs, then let parents chat while kids play nearby.

Thursday Morning Book Group

Thu, Oct 03, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Room 1C

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

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

Thu, Oct 03, 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.

Love of Learning Club - For ages 6–9.

Thu, Oct 03, 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 with different types of modifications.

Thu, Oct 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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

Connect with other families while... more

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

After School STEM - Sports Science

Thu, Oct 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Youth Area ,Whittaker Story Time Room

Explore geometry, engineering, and... more

Explore geometry, engineering, and the other sciences behind your favorite sport.

Tween Book Club - Grades 6-8

Thu, Oct 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Room 2

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 Word – Basics

Thu, Oct 03, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Whittaker - Computer Lab

Learn how to create, format, select,... more

Learn how to create, format, select, copy, paste, and edit text.

Friday Walking Club (55+)

Fri, Oct 04, 10:30am - 11:30am

Whittaker - Whittaker Lobby

Exercise and socialize with a... more

Exercise and socialize with a 30-minute walk along a path near the Whittaker Road Library. Questions? Call (734) 482-4110 x2411.

Downtown Storytime - Ages 0-5

Fri, Oct 04, 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.

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

Fri, Oct 04, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Whittaker - Computer Lab

Drop in on Friday afternoons for... more

Drop in on Friday afternoons for FREE sessions to build your digital literacy skills with staff and volunteers from Washtenaw Literacy.

YDL Guitar Club

Sat, Oct 05, 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 you want to share, and let's practice some tunes together!

Fall Storytime

Sat, Oct 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Welcome fall with this Saturday... more

Welcome fall with this Saturday family storytime that wraps up with a painting craft. All ages are welcome.

Sat, Oct 05, 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.

Intro to Needle Felting: Gnomes

Sat, Oct 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Superior - Meeting Room

Gain a basic understanding of needle... more

Gain a basic understanding of needle felting by creating your very own adorable gnome! Registration required. Space limited. Register online or call 482-4110 x2431.

This event is full

Doorways To Freedom - The Underground Railroad in Detroit & Washtenaw County

Sat, Oct 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Join Jamon Jordan, official Detroit... more

Join Jamon Jordan, official Detroit Historian, at this family and youth-centered program focused on the history of the Underground Railroad in Southeast Michigan.

Fall Plant Swap

Sun, Oct 06, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Garden

Now's the time to swap plants with... more

Now's the time to swap plants with your friends.

Little Ones Storytime - Babies, Walkers, and Wiggly Toddlers

Mon, Oct 07, 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, Oct 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room

A time for caregivers and kiddos to... more

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

After-School Writing Lab - with 826michigan

Mon, Oct 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

We're offering a weekly Mahjong... more

We're offering a weekly Mahjong group and want you to join! Bring yourself and a friend or two. American and Chinese-style sets provided, or you're welcome to bring your own.

Draw with Kam

Mon, Oct 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Want to learn the fundamentals of... more

Want to learn the fundamentals of cartooning and comic book/manga drawing? Local comic book artist Kamron Reynolds will show you how.

Mon, Oct 07, 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, Oct 07, 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.

Baby Storytime

Tue, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Superior - Meeting Room

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

Tue, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Learn a variety of... more

Learn a variety of preschool-readiness skills, from ABCs to kindness, through music, parachute, and books, followed by exploratory play.

Tue, Oct 08, 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.

TAG - Teen Advisory Group

Tue, Oct 08, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Superior - Meeting Room

English as a Second Language (ESL)... more

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

Tue, Oct 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Whittaker - Whittaker Triangular Bay

Looking for ways to help the... more

Looking for ways to help the community and earn volunteer hours? Join TAG and meet twice each month to help the library best serve Ypsi teens by evaluating community needs and planning programs.

Tue, Oct 08, 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!

Maker Night: Bee Present Honey

Tue, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Superior - Meeting Room

Meditation has many benefits for our... more

Meditation has many benefits for our health and well-being. Drop in for simple, guided, non-religious awareness practices in the company of friends you may not have met yet!

Tue, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Michigan - Michigan Ave Program Room

Get a group together and make... more

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

Registration opens Tuesday, September 10 2024 at 9:00am

Google Docs Tips & Tricks

Tue, Oct 08, 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.

Read, Sing, Play - Walkers through age 3

Wed, Oct 09, 10:00am - 11:00am

Whittaker - Community Room

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

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

Baby Time

Wed, Oct 09, 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, Oct 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Superior - Meeting Room

Learn colors, shapes, and numbers... more

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

MICHIGAN WORKS! Southeast Community Outreach

Wed, Oct 09, 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.