Upcoming events at YDL
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.
Registration is now closed

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.

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. 19-22 at Whittaker Road. Sept. 19 from 6-8pm will be a members only preview sale.

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.
Registration is now closed

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.
Registration is now closed

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. 19-22 at Whittaker Road. Sept. 19 from 6-8pm will be a members only preview sale.

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.

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.

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.

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. 19-22 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.

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. 19-22 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.

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.

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.
Register

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.

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.

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!

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.
Register

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.