Get acquainted with Washtenaw Literacy
Published: February 8, 2018
If you’ve visited the Whittaker Road library, you may have noticed the office beside the checkout desk. Housed in that office is one of YDL’s strongest partners, Washtenaw Literacy. Washtenaw Literacy is the area’s go-to organization for adults who want to increase their reading and writing skills. They rely on a network of highly trained volunteer tutors. Tutors are paired with learners to help the learner achieve their long-term literacy goals. In addition to these tutor-learner pairings, Washtenaw Literacy offers the following: Drop-in English as a Second Language tutoring Computer lab at the Grace Fellowship House of Solutions Community Opportunity …
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What is “early literacy” and why does my kid need it?
Published: February 5, 2018
We’re constantly bombarded with messages about making sure our kids are prepared to succeed in school. “Try this app, read this parenting book, watch that DVD…” and so on. Many of those materials can offer good suggestions (we have a great selection of parenting materials at YDL, for example) but being pulled in so many different directions, while trying to survive on less than 8 hours of sleep, can be overwhelming! YDL librarians are here to help. Let’s start by talking about early literacy skills, defining them and unpacking the mystery that “experts” create around them. What is early literacy? …
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Financial Literacy
Published: May 22, 2022
This month, learn about financial literacy, food insecurity in our community, and what local organizations and growers are doing to help. Want a pack? Sign up. They’re full of healthy snacks!
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Washtenaw Literacy
Washtenaw Literacy is a key partner in the Library’s effort to foster literacy in our community.
Early Literacy
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Celebration of Literacy 2022
These books were shown at the 2022 Celebration of Literacy presentation. A couch for llama Find in catalog Amara’s farm Find in catalog Bird show Find in catalog Black : the many wonders of my world Find in catalog Can I give you a squish? Find in catalog Catch that chicken! Find in catalog Cows go boo! Find in catalog I am golden Find in catalog I’ll always come back to you Find in catalog Let’s be friends : in English and Spanish Find in catalog Off to see the sea Find in catalog One-osaurus, two-osaurus Find in catalog Oona …
Town Hall Anti-Racism Series: Talking with Kids about Race and Racism
Published: September 2, 2020
Our final installment in our family townhall anti-racism series.
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The Making of YpsiWrites
Published: March 24, 2021
Do you ever wonder about the work that went in to creating YpsiWrites? This partnership with 826michigan, Eastern Michigan University’s Office of Campus and Community Writing, and the Ypsilanti District Library took a lot of planning, and requires a lot of effort to keep it going. In the latest issue of Teaching/Writing: The Journal of Writing Teacher Education, Catherine Calabro Cavin from 826michigan, Cathy Fleischer and Ann Blakeslee, from Eastern Michigan University and Mary Garboden from YDL talk about how they created and sustain YpsiWrites, a community writing center that supports youth and adults. In the article “Extending Literacy Work …
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Services
Library Services Services Borrowing In Our Libraries For People with Disabilities For Seniors Youth Services Early Literacy Services Borrowing Lockers & Curbside Hand-Picked For You Library Cards Self Check Pay Fines Renew Items Inter Library Loan (MeL) In Our Libraries Ask a Librarian Servicios de la Biblioteca Computer Classes Computer & Internet Access Group Tours Maker Cart Meeting Rooms Print, Copy, Fax, & Scan Study Areas Exam Proctoring Drop-In Writing Help For People with Disabilities Low Vision Services Large Print Collection Home Delivery Sensory Play Kits For Seniors (ages 55+) Bi-Folkal Workshops Home Delivery Large Print Collection Low Vision …
Groundbreaking celebration for new Superior Library Branch: YDL’s Next Chapter
Published: March 16, 2021
The Ypsilanti District Library is hosting an outdoor, socially distanced community celebration for the groundbreaking of the new Superior Library building!
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Town Hall Anti-Racism Series: The Power of Stories
Published: July 8, 2020
Join YDL Storytme presenter Kristen Hamilton and Kekere Freedom School to learn about anti-racism.
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Severe Weather Closing Policy
D9 Severe Weather Closing Policy Approved: 02/27/2014 Revised: 1/24/2024 In accordance with its commitment to serve the public, the Ypsilanti District Library maintains a regular schedule of hours and rarely closes for severe weather. YDL is an independent entity, and does not automatically close when other local institutions, such as schools, close. The library’s first priority will always be the safety of its staff and patrons. The decision to close, close early, or delay the opening of the library system or one of its branches will be made by the Library Director or designee, based upon one or more of …
Patron Behavior Policy
B6 PATRON BEHAVIOR POLICY Approved: 06/27/2002 (Replaces ‘Code of Conduct’) Amended and Approved by YDL Board of Trustees – 08/25/2005 Amended and Approved by YDL Board of Trustees – 04/23/2009 Amended and Approved by YDL Board of Trustees – 08/23/2012 Amended and Approved by YDL Board of Trustees – 04/18/2018 I. Introduction The Ypsilanti District Library (the “Library”) is open for specific and designated civic, educational and cultural uses, including reading, studying, writing, participating in scheduled Library programs, and using Library materials. In order to provide resources and services to all people who visit the Library facilities in an atmosphere …
Drug-Free Workplace
F1Drug-Free WorkplaceApproved: 10/28/1999Revised: 05/26/2005 In accordance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, 34 CFR Part 85, Subpart F, the Ypsilanti District Library Board hereby states its intent to maintain a drug-free workplace. All employees of YDL, Washtenaw Literacy or those whose services are contracted by the YDL are hereby notified that the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession or use of controlled substances* is prohibited in the workplace or at YDL work sites. Any violation of this policy may result in an EAP referral, disciplinary action, or immediate dismissal at the discretion of the Director. *The term “controlled substance” …
Community Assistance
These agencies in the Ypsilanti area can help you find housing, pay bills, heat your home, file taxes, get legal help, support your kids at school, find affordable health care, and much more. Our librarians can help you find the services you need.
Materials Selection Policy
B1 MATERIALS SELECTION POLICY Approved: 12/16/2004 Revised: 4/17/2019 TABLE OF CONTENTS I. Purpose of a Selection Policy II. Statement of our Philosophy III. Selection Process and Collection Maintenance A. Responsibility for Selection B. Criteria for Selection C. Gifts D. Patron Suggestions E. Weeding IV. Attempts to Limit Access to Materials A. Policies & Procedures Affecting Access B. Interlibrary Loan C. Patron’s Right to Access D. Free Access to Library Materials for Minors V. Challenged Materials A. Challenged Materials: An Interpretation of the Library Bill of Rights B. Request for Reconsideration C. Request for Reconsideration Form VI. Appendices A. Library Bill …