Open Craft Lab
Stop in and try something new or bring in your own project! New projects will be introduced monthly. All previous projects will be available while supplies last.
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Craft & Create
Create together! Features a new craft each time for you to make and take home.
KDL Lab Experience: Art Party
See how science and creativity go hand in hand as you let your artistic vision flow through a multitude of mediums and projects. What is KDL Lab Experience?
Rhyme Time Music and Movement
Get your wiggles out with rhymes, songs and musical activities. Move and groove together while strengthening motor, listening and early literacy skills. Designed for children ages 0-5 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome.
Kids Zone
It's a special time for fun, interactive programs just for school kids! Join our KDL Kids Zone programs for crafts, storytime, games and other activities.
Fake Neon Sign Painting: Grades 6 to 12
Make a neon sign that needs no electricity! Come paint your own "fake" neon sign for your room using black canvas and paint.
Kansas City Royals at Detroit Tigers
MLB: Kansas City Royals at Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park
Teen Zone | Sketch & Shrink
Draw it. Shrink it. Wear it. Repeat. Turn your drawings or tracings into one-of-a-kind keychains, magnets, jewelry and more!
Tween Creative Writing Club: National Poetry Month
April is National Poetry Month! Celebrate at this special edition of the Tween Creative Writing Club where we'll discuss the art of poetry, read some poems, write our own, and even play some poetic games. No experience writing poetry required. Ages 10-13.
1-2-3 Read with Me (Grades 1-3)
Library events are always free to the public and you do not need a library card to attend! The Farmington Community Library has two locations. This event will be held in the Children's Program Room at the FCL Farmington Hills location at 32737 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills, MI...
Bilingual Storytime / Hora de Cuentos Bilingües
Enjoy stories, songs and rhymes with your child in Spanish and English. Disfrute cuentos, canciones, y rimas con su hijo/a en español e inglés.
Parent & Child Play Group
Join us for a morning of playing and socializing. We will be offering a time for young children and their caregiver to interact through play, songs, books and art. Each session will end with a gathering time. Caregiver is encourage to interact with their child. Play Group for Caregiver and...
Popcorn & Poetry Book Club
Join the Popcorn & Poetry book club for a thoughtful, lively discussion, and popcorn to snack on! We meet every third Thursday of the month at 6:30 PM. Pick up your book from readers advisory on the main level and dive into the world of poetry with fellow enthusiasts. Age Group: Adults. This...
Sensory Friendly Storytime
Ages 3+. In this adaptive storytime explore the 5 senses with stories, songs, and sensory play! With a smaller class size, limited distractions and tools like a visual schedule, the stage is set for an inclusive storytime for all families. Please arrive on time for this program. We are unable to...
Stump the Librarian Podcast
Join our librarians as they put their research skills to the test to answer your inquisitive questions and see if it’s possible to stump a librarian! You can submit a question via kdl.org/stump. They would love to hear what questions are on your mind. New episodes drop every other Wednesday, and...
Dayton Dragons at Great Lakes Loons
MiLB High-A: Dayton Dragons at Great Lakes Loons at Dow Diamond
West Michigan Whitecaps at Lansing Lugnuts
MiLB High-A: West Michigan Whitecaps at Lansing Lugnuts at Jackson Field
Nelson Twp. Book Club
Join a fun, informal discussion of great books. This month, we'll discuss Empress of the Nile by Lynne Olson.
Kid Crafternoons: Learn to Hand Sew!
Learn the basics from a long-time hand-sewing enthusiast! Bring your own projects to work on or sew along with our step by step project with materials provided!
Monthly Storytime at Love Your Neighbor!
Stories are better when shared with neighbors! Gary Byker Library is teaming up with Love Your Neighbor to bring storytime, literacy fun, and community connection into a fantastically fun morning. Join us for an interactive storytime, early literacy activities, and the joy of reading together....
All Aboard! Book Club
Join a fun, informal discussion of great books. This month, we'll discuss Still Life by Louise Penny.
Hook & Needle Craft Social Group
Meets every Tuesday from 10:30am-12:30pm. Calling all craft enthusiasts! Bring your current project and hang out with others. There's no pressure to arrive “on time” or stay the full time. Drop in, no registration needed. All makers are welcome!
Tween Advisory Board
Tween Advisory Board (grades 6-8) is looking for members to help recommend tween programming and services they would like to see in the Teen Department. Attend chill meetings once a month with activities to meet friends, create crafts, and play games. Snacks will be provided.
A Nightmare on Maple Street Book Club
Join a fun, informal discussion of great books. This month, we'll discuss The Eyes Are the Best Part by Monika Kim.
Stories and Strategies Book Club
Join us for: Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern paired with Obscurio The circus arrives without warning. No announcements precede it. It is simply there, when yesterday it was not. Within the black-and-white striped canvas tents is an utterly unique experience full of breathtaking amazements. It is...
From Saigon to Grand Rapids - RESCHEDULED from 3/17/2026
After the end of the Vietnam War, many Vietnamese refugee families resettled in Michigan. One individual who resettled was Le Tran, who will share her story of immigration from Saigon to Grand Rapids, providing context for the immigrant experience she and thousands like her experienced.
Adaptive Storytime (for neurodiverse kids/kids with disabilities ages 3-11)
Library events are always free to the public and you do not need a library card to attend! The Farmington Community Library has two locations. This event will be held in-person in the Children's Program Room at the FCL Farmington Hills location at 32737 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills, MI...
Maternal Mental Health
Many people know about postpartum depression, but it's less known that there are a variety of mental health disorders that can happen during pregnancy or while parenting a baby. Learn from Lindsay Wieland Capel, LMSW, and Katie Kunnen, associate professor of nursing at Calvin University, about...
Suspense in the Stacks: Book Club
Do you like plot twists and complex characters? Are suspense and tension things you enjoy when reading? Have you ever wondered what motivates murderers? Psychological thrillers might be the books for you! Whether you are a seasoned reader or new to the genre, we welcome you! The book to read is...
Friends of the Cascade Twp. Library Book Club
Join a fun, informal discussion of great books. This month, we'll discuss The Waters by Bonnie Jo Campbell.
Homeschool Hangout
Welcome to our hangout, where homeschoolers can connect with other kids and learn through engaging activities including STEAM, writing, crafts and games. The theme changes regularly, so there are always new opportunities to learn and explore together!
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Toddler Time [Off-Site]
Enjoy stories, music and rhymes while building early literacy and social skills. Designed for children ages 1-3 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome. This event will take place at Parkside Early Childhood Center, 156 Lewis St., Rockford, MI 49341 .
Dinner & Delight - Coloring pages
Join us on Tuesdays for a delightful evening that starts with a nutritious meal and ends with a burst of creativity and fun. Kids will love the blend of good food and exciting activities!
Talk Time: English Language Conversation with Optional Book Club
If English is not your first language, join us at the library to practice your speaking and listening skills and improve your English vocabulary in a casual, relaxed atmosphere. Each month we will read an easy/intermediate book together. It's a great way to practice your English skills, whether or..
Teen Advisory Board
Students ages 11-17 are invited to connect with other civic-minded teens to help our librarians make our public library even better! This program can count as volunteer hours for things like the National Honor Society.
Smart Money Kids Read Story Time: Family
April is National Financial Literacy Month! That means it's time for Smart Money Kids Read at ROPL! We're partnering once again with OUR Credit Union for a night with a story, games, and activities to learn the 'FUN!'-damentals of early financial literacy! Each family who registers and attends...
Storytime Prom Party
Dress to impress for a special prom-themed storytime filled with music, movement and fancy fun.
Mystery Book Club, a Community Volunteer Book Club
Discussing The Woman Who Lied by Claire Douglas. This is a volunteer-led book club, no registration required.
Little Me Storytime (13-23 months)
Library events are always free to the public and you do not need a library card to attend! The Farmington Community Library has two locations. This event will be held in the Auditorium at the FCL Farmington Hills location at 32737 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills, MI, 48334. No Registration...
Diverse Readers Book Club
April Book - The Leavers by Lisa Ko This award-winning novel from the author of Memory Piece is a moving story of how a boy comes into his own when everything he loves is taken away, and how a mother learns to live with the mistakes of the past. One morning, Deming Guo’s mother, Polly, an...
Teen Zone | Protect the Pollinators
Discover why pollinators matter and how you can make a difference! Join us for hands-on activities, nature-inspired crafts and fun ways to help bees and butterflies thrive in your community.
Curious Kids' Learning Lab
Your 4-7-year-old is invited to explore, create, and have a blast at our Curious Kids LAB! We’ll work on communication and reading skills, explore a STEAM topic, art experiences, and enjoy fun, hands-on extension activities.
Babytime
Join us for songs, rhymes, stories and playtime while developing listening and language skills. Caregivers will have time to connect with each other while their babies learn and socialize. Designed for babies ages birth to 18 months with their caregivers, but older siblings are welcome.
Preschool Storytime (Ages 3-5)
Library Events are always free to the public and you do not need a library card to attend! The Farmington Community Library has two locations. This event will be held in the meeting room at the FCL Farmington location 23500 Liberty St., Farmington, MI 48335. No Registration Required At storytime,...
Mama Bear & Baby Cubs Support Group
All moms and children welcome! Join this maternal support group for play time, bonding with other mothers, and free coffee and tea.
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