Youth/Tween Events

Craft Kits

Take & Make Craft Kits

March – May (Drop in) Ages 2 – 11. New craft kits monthly, available while supplies last. We have kits for ages 2 – 6 and 7 – 11. First-come, first-served. Limit one per child, per month, please.

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Seed to Sprout.

Seed to Sprout for Kids

Beginning Monday, April 21, while supplies last (Drop in) All ages.  Come visit our seed station for kids.  A variety of vegetable and flower seed packets will be available so kids can plant a garden.  Limit 1 seed packet per child.

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Marshmallow Peeps

Peeps Diorama Contest

Monday, April 21 – Saturday, April 26 (Drop in) All ages. Create a diorama using marshmallow Peeps – solo or with friends! Drop off by 4/18. Vote for Peeple’s Choice during the week of 4/21 – 4/26 to win a prize!

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Graphic Novel Book Club

Tuesday, April 22 at 4:30 PM Ages 9 – 12. Do you love graphic novels? Join us as we discuss a different one each month, followed by a fun activity and snacks! Copies of the graphic novel will be available for pickup at the Information Desk after you register. This month we’ll be discussing  Shirley and…

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Baby & Toddler Prom

Wednesday, May 7 at 10:30 AM Ages 0-3, with a caring adult.  Celebrate prom early! Dress your little one in their finest threads to enjoy music, photo ops, and more fun. Register for Baby & Toddler Prom.

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Tween Paint and Pop

Tween Paint and Pop

Wednesday, May 7 at 4:30 PM Ages 8-12 years. Enjoy snacks and drinks while you explore your creativity with paint. Register. Register for Tween Paint and Pop.

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Taylor Swift Music Bingo

Taylor Swift Music Bingo

Monday, May 12 at 7 PM Ages 9-17. Play a few rounds of Music Bingo, featuring the music of Taylor Swift! Register for Taylor Swift Music Bingo.

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History Comics: Ellis Island by  Felipe Galindo Feggo

Graphic Novel Book Club

Tuesday, May 13 at 4:30 PM Ages 9 – 12. Do you love graphic novels? Join us as we discuss a different one each month, followed by a fun activity and snacks! Copies of the graphic novel will be available for pickup at the Information Desk after you register. This month we’ll be discussing  History Comics:…

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Lego Club

Wednesday, May 14 at 4:30 PM Ages 5 – 11.  Build a unique LEGO creation to be displayed in the Youth Dept. Register for Lego Club.

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Farm with farm animals in field.

Down on the Farm

Saturday, May 17 from 11 AM – 1 PM (Drop in) at the Park next to the library All ages. Carousel Acres will bring their mobile petting farm to the park behind the Library. You’ll see a miniature horse, a donkey, goats, sheep, an alpaca, and more!

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Kids Play Chess: Drop In

Kids Open Chess

Tuesday, May 20 at 4:30 PM Ages 8 – 12. Make new friends while playing chess in a positive, supportive environment. Drop in.

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Flora & Ulysses by Kate DiCamillo

Bookaneers Book Club

Tuesday, May 20 at 4:30 PM Ages 6-9. Join us each month for a book discussion, along with fun activities. Register to attend and receive a free copy of the book ahead of the meeting. This month we’ll be discussing Flora & Ulysses by Kate DiCamillo. Register for Bookaneers Book Club.

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“Drive-In” Movie

Wednesday, May 21 at 10:30 AM Ages 2-5. Join us for a fun-filled morning of decorating boxes, creating license plates, and then enjoying a short movie! Registration required. Register for “Drive-In” Movie.

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A2SO’s Instrument Petting Zoo

Tuesday, May 27 at 5 PM All ages.  Children can explore orchestral instruments up close, experiencing the fun of playing them firsthand, with Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra musicians. Drop in.  

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Moms with Moms

Moms with Moms Group

Friday, May 30 at 10:30 AM All moms and children welcome! Join this maternal support group for play time and bonding with other mothers. Includes free coffee and tea. Registration recommended.  

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The concept is simple. The rewards are priceless. Read a book to your newborn, infant, and/or toddler. The goal is to read 1,000 books before your child starts kindergarten.

Read more about 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten here.