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Seeing the Southend: A Photography Exhibition by Tony Maine

Mon, Apr 6, 4:00 AM UTC · Arab American National Museum

Arab American National Museum in Detroit, MI presents Seeing the Southend: A Photography Exhibition by Tony Maine.

Al-Rabita Al-Qalamiyya (The Pen League): A Digital Exhibition

Mon, Apr 6, 4:00 AM UTC · Arab American National Museum

See Al-Rabita Al-Qalamiyya (The Pen League): A Digital Exhibition at Arab American National Museum in Detroit, MI.

Arab Massachusetts: Building Community in the Commonwealth

Mon, Apr 6, 4:00 AM UTC · Arab American National Museum

See Arab Massachusetts: Building Community in the Commonwealth at Arab American National Museum in Detroit, MI.

168:01: An Installation by Wafaa Bilal

Mon, Apr 6, 4:00 AM UTC · Arab American National Museum

Arab American National Museum in Detroit, MI presents 168:01: An Installation by Wafaa Bilal.

Lower Level Gallery

Mon, Apr 6, 4:00 AM UTC · Arab American National Museum

Lower Level Gallery at Arab American National Museum in Detroit, MI explores a wide range of subject matter.

Safar: A Journey Through Popular Arab Cinema

Mon, Apr 6, 4:00 AM UTC · Arab American National Museum

See Safar: A Journey Through Popular Arab Cinema at Arab American National Museum in Detroit, MI.

Rhyme Time Music and Movement

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 2:00 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Alpine Township Branch · Ages Up to 5

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.

Kansas City Royals at Detroit Tigers

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 10:40 PM UTC · Comerica Park

MLB: Kansas City Royals at Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park

Bilingual Storytime / Hora de Cuentos Bilingües

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 2:00 PM–2:45 PM UTC · Comstock Park Branch

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.

Nelson Twp. Book Club

In 2 weeks · Tue, Apr 21, 5:30 PM–6:30 PM UTC · Nelson Township Branch

Join a fun, informal discussion of great books. This month, we'll discuss Empress of the Nile by Lynne Olson.

Craft & Create

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Alpine Township Branch

Create together! Features a new craft each time for you to make and take home.

Teen Advisory Board

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM UTC · Byron Township Branch · Ages 11–17

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.

KDL Lab Experience: Brain Gains

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 5:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Plainfield Township Branch

Put your brain to the test and see if you can solve a plethora of different logic puzzles. If you really want to put your brain and engineering skills to the test, you can create a Rube Goldberg Machine to ring the bell. What is KDL Lab Experience?

Stump the Librarian Podcast

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC

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...

Parent & Child Play Group

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 1:15 PM–2:15 PM UTC · Dorsch Memorial Branch

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...

All Aboard! Book Club

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 5:30 PM–6:30 PM UTC · Alto Branch

Join a fun, informal discussion of great books. This month, we'll discuss Still Life by Louise Penny.

Dayton Dragons at Great Lakes Loons

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 10:05 PM UTC · Dow Diamond

MiLB High-A: Dayton Dragons at Great Lakes Loons at Dow Diamond

West Michigan Whitecaps at Lansing Lugnuts

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 10:05 PM UTC · Jackson Field

MiLB High-A: West Michigan Whitecaps at Lansing Lugnuts at Jackson Field

Fake Neon Sign Painting: Grades 6 to 12

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Royal Oak Public Library

Make a neon sign that needs no electricity! Come paint your own "fake" neon sign for your room using black canvas and paint.

Sensory Friendly Storytime

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 20, 9:00 PM–9:30 PM UTC · Troy Public Library

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...

Maternal Mental Health

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Wyoming Branch · Ages Up to 5

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...

Learn to Find Your Family's Ancestors

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 10:00 PM–12:30 AM UTC · Farmington Community Library

Popcorn & Poetry Book Club

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 10:30 PM–11:15 PM UTC · Plymouth District Library

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...

Monthly Storytime at Love Your Neighbor!

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 1:30 PM–2:00 PM UTC · Gary Byker Memorial Library

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....

Kid Crafternoons: Learn to Hand Sew!

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 7:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Monroe County Library - Ellis

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!

Friends of the Cascade Twp. Library Book Club

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 2:00 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Cascade Township Branch

Join a fun, informal discussion of great books. This month, we'll discuss The Waters by Bonnie Jo Campbell.

Stories and Strategies Book Club

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 9:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Bedford Branch Library

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...

Kids Zone

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 8:30 PM–9:30 PM UTC · Grandville Branch

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.

Reeds Lake Rogues

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 7:30 PM–9:00 PM UTC · East Grand Rapids Branch

Learn to play Dungeons & Dragons with us! Character sheets will be provided. If possible please bring a notebook and pencil. Sponsored by the Friends of the East Grand Rapids Library.

Baby Size! Story Time: Ages Birth to 18 Months

In 2 weeks · Thu, Apr 23, 2:15 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Royal Oak Public Library

Tween Advisory Board

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Troy Public Library

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.

Adaptive Storytime (for neurodiverse kids/kids with disabilities ages 3-11)

In 2 weeks · Fri, Apr 24, 8:30 PM–9:30 PM UTC · Farmington Community Library

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...

Toddler Time [Off-Site]

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 2:00 PM–2:30 PM UTC · Krause Branch Temporary Location Branch · Ages 1–3

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 .

Books on Tap @ Arbor Brewing Plymouth Taproom

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Plymouth District Library

April 15, 2026 – The Road to Tender Hearts by Annie Hartnett A darkly comic and warm-hearted novel about an old man on a cross-country mission to reunite with his high school crush—bringing together his adult daughter, two orphaned kids, and a cat who can predict death.

Suspense in the Stacks: Book Club

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Gary Byker Memorial Library

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...

Open Craft Lab

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 10:00 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Kentwood (Richard L. Root) Branch

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.

Homeschool Hangout

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 5:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Tyrone Township Branch

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!

Chick-Fil-A Family Night

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 9:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Monroe County Library - Ellis

A Nightmare on Maple Street Book Club

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Grandville Branch

Join a fun, informal discussion of great books. This month, we'll discuss The Eyes Are the Best Part by Monika Kim.

Storytime Prom Party

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 2:00 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Amy Van Andel Library (Ada) Branch

Dress to impress for a special prom-themed storytime filled with music, movement and fancy fun.

Dinner & Delight - Coloring pages

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 8:00 PM–9:30 PM UTC · Dorsch Memorial Branch

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!

Toddler Story Time: Ages 18 Months to 3 Years

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 2:15 PM–2:45 PM UTC · Royal Oak Public Library

Teen Zone | Sketch & Shrink

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 8:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Kelloggsville Branch · Ages 10–17

Draw it. Shrink it. Wear it. Repeat. Turn your drawings or tracings into one-of-a-kind keychains, magnets, jewelry and more!

PAWS for Reading (Grades 1-5)

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 10:30 PM–10:45 PM UTC · Farmington Community Library

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...

Talk Time: English Language Conversation with Optional Book Club

In 1 week · Sat, Apr 18, 2:00 PM–3:30 PM UTC · Troy Public Library

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..

From Saigon to Grand Rapids - RESCHEDULED from 3/17/2026

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Plainfield Township Branch

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.

Hook & Needle Craft Social Group

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 2:30 PM–4:30 PM UTC · Plymouth District Library

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!

Diverse Readers Book Club

In 2 weeks · Tue, Apr 21, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Gary Byker Memorial Library

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...

KDL Lab Experience: Art Party

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 20, 8:30 PM–9:30 PM UTC · Caledonia Township Branch

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?

Better Together Book Club

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 10:30 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Bedford Branch Library

Better Together Book Club : is a welcoming group designed for teens and adult with challenging communication skills, to connect with each other and have FUN! Supporting family and friends are always welcome.