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826michigan Tutoring
826michigan Tutoring
In partnership with 826michigan, the library is happy to provide access to live one-on-one tutoring through 826michigan's Online Learning Lab. Register on their website, or call (901) 205-9035 between 10:30-6:30 […]
Tween Book Club
Tween Book Club
Join us for a virtual meeting to discuss The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate and The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman (2/1) Registration required. Email mitchell@ypsilibrary.org.
5 events,
Storytime Live
Storytime Live
Tune in to YDL’s YouTube Channel for live storytimes at 10:30am every Tuesday and 4:30pm Thursday. Hear stories, sing along to your favorite storytime songs, try some yoga poses from home, and more! Videos are available on YouTube for a limited time after the livestream. Visit our Storytime page for a recent read aloud, more […]
Strength Training
Strength Training
Learn basic weight training principles using free weights to target major muscle groups with instructor Jerry Powell of Lifestyle Fitness. Suggested equipment is 1-5 lb. weights. If you don't have weights at home alternate options will be given. Each class will end with a cool down and balance exercise. This class is designed for adults […]
Google Docs for Beginners (Adult-Online)
Google Docs for Beginners (Adult-Online)
With a Google account, you have access to Google Docs, a free web-based application for creating documents, similar to Microsoft Word. In this virtual class, learn to format, select, copy, paste and edit text and methods for sharing and collaborating your document with others. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Space is limited. Fill out my Wufoo form!
826michigan Tutoring
826michigan Tutoring
In partnership with 826michigan, the library is happy to provide access to live one-on-one tutoring through 826michigan's Online Learning Lab. Register on their website, or call (901) 205-9035 between 10:30-6:30 […]
Knitting Plus
Knitting Plus
Meet virtually with other yarnies and share your projects and ideas every Tuesday through Zoom! Open to all, any handcraft welcome! For your convenience, download the app to your computer or smart phone in advance. Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/98023862423?pwd=TGtZZ0hvbURZRlIxWjl5MjBJdlBZUT09 Meeting ID: 980 2386 2423 Password: kn!tkn0t (use the number "0") One tap mobile +19292056099,,98023862423#,,1#,320760# US […]
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Ypsi Stories Podcast: New Release
A new podcast from the Ypsilanti District Library, Ypsi Stories takes a look into our community’s past through storytelling. Featuring local historians and experts, we hope that by sharing more perspectives and voices from our past, we as a community can have a better understanding of our collective past, present, and future! Look for a […]
3 events,
Take Some Time: Monthly Self-Care Kits for Adults
Feel like you could just use a break? Stop by for one of our self-care kits. February Kit: Self-Love Kit includes: Tazo Passion tea, Dove chocolate hearts, dried rose petals (food grade, organic), DIY self-care recipe sheet, affirmation jar slips, breathing exercise bookmark, heart opener yoga pose, and a variety of screen-free activities. Kits are […]
Thursday Morning Book Group
Thursday Morning Book Group
Join us online for interesting and lively discussions of a variety of books. Copies of the books are available for curbside pick up. Send your request for a copy and […]
Storytime Live
Storytime Live
Tune in to YDL’s YouTube Channel for live storytimes at 10:30am every Tuesday and 4:30pm Thursday. Hear stories, sing along to your favorite storytime songs, try some yoga poses from […]
4 events,
Movement for Little Ones
This week, move with Marlena. You can pretend you're outside, while staying warm indoors! Check out the video anytime on YouTube, or visit our Movement for Little Ones page for other ideas. Get the wiggles out with movement videos for little ones you can watch anytime and move along with from home. Build motor skills […]
America Without Racism: Making the Vision a Reality
America Without Racism: Making the Vision a Reality
Registration for this event is now full for the Zoom link! Click here to tune into the Facebook livestream instead! A Facebook account is not required to watch, only to […]
LNGO Crafternoons: Alcohol Inked Silk Scarf
LNGO Crafternoons: Alcohol Inked Silk Scarf
Join us for a virtual lighthearted afternoon where the goal is to engage your mind, work on a project but perfection is not a requirement! This week we'll use alcohol […]
5 events,
Saturday Afternoon Adventures
This week, explore music! Each week find a new family activity you can do at home anytime, often with a hands-on supplies you can pick up from the library! Previous topics are always available on our Saturday Afternoon Adventures page. February 6: Make Music February 13: The Ripple Effect of Kindness February 20: Kids at […]
America Without Racism: Making the Vision a Reality
America Without Racism: Making the Vision a Reality
Registration for this event is now full for the Zoom link! Click here to tune into the Facebook livestream instead! A Facebook account is not required to watch, only to […]
Live from the Library
Live from the Library
Live from the library every Saturday morning on YpsiLibrary Instagram. Watch YDL storytimers share stories, songs, and play activities that you can do with your little one at home.
Google Slides for Beginners (Adult-Online)
Google Slides for Beginners (Adult-Online)
With a Google account, you have access to Google Slides, a free web-based application for creating presentations, similar to Microsoft PowerPoint. In this virtual class, learn to create and deliver […]
2 events,
826michigan Tutoring
826michigan Tutoring
In partnership with 826michigan, the library is happy to provide access to live one-on-one tutoring through 826michigan's Online Learning Lab. Register on their website, or call (901) 205-9035 between 10:30-6:30 […]
7 events,
Teen Subscription Packs
Bored at home? Sign up for YDL's teen subscription packs and get a surprise package which will include a book and other cool items including snacks, activities and gifts surrounding a different topic each month. The Teen Advisory Group (TAG) will select the items that will stock the packs, so you know that these packages […]
Teen Advisory Group
Teen Advisory Group
Looking for ways to help the community and earn volunteer hours? The Teen Advisory meets on Zoom twice a month to plan gaming meetups, develop teen subscription boxes, write grants, and brainstorm ways to help the library best serve Ypsi teens. Fill out the application to receive the Zoom meeting link. Have questions? Email jodi@ypsilibrary.org […]
Storytime Live
Storytime Live
Tune in to YDL’s YouTube Channel for live storytimes at 10:30am every Tuesday and 4:30pm Thursday. Hear stories, sing along to your favorite storytime songs, try some yoga poses from […]
Strength Training
Strength Training
Learn basic weight training principles using free weights to target major muscle groups with instructor Jerry Powell of Lifestyle Fitness. Suggested equipment is 1-5 lb. weights. If you don't have […]
826michigan Tutoring
826michigan Tutoring
In partnership with 826michigan, the library is happy to provide access to live one-on-one tutoring through 826michigan's Online Learning Lab. Register on their website, or call (901) 205-9035 between 10:30-6:30 […]
Knitting Plus
Knitting Plus
Meet virtually with other yarnies and share your projects and ideas every Tuesday through Zoom! Open to all, any handcraft welcome! For your convenience, download the app to your computer or smart phone in advance. Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/98023862423?pwd=TGtZZ0hvbURZRlIxWjl5MjBJdlBZUT09 Meeting ID: 980 2386 2423 Password: kn!tkn0t (use the number "0") One tap mobile +19292056099,,98023862423#,,1#,320760# US […]
4 events,
From Boomers to Zoomers: Zoom Practice for Seniors (55+)
From Boomers to Zoomers: Zoom Practice for Seniors (55+)
This virtual Zoom practice session lets you join a meeting and practice with Zoom software. Learn the basics of navigating the Zoom meeting interface. While working with other seniors, you […]
Business Insurance and YOU
Business Insurance and YOU
Each business operation has its own set of risks, so your policy needs to be tailored to your business. How do you know what type(s) of commercial insurance you need? […]
2 events,
Storytime Live
Storytime Live
Tune in to YDL’s YouTube Channel for live storytimes at 10:30am every Tuesday and 4:30pm Thursday. Hear stories, sing along to your favorite storytime songs, try some yoga poses from […]
3 events,
Little Ones STEAM: Magnets
Pick up a supply kit and explore magnetism at home! Tinkering allows young children to learn through hands-on experiences and provides unstructured time to explore, test and create. For our virtual series, parents can watch a short video to get ideas, then use materials easily found outside, in your house, or in a supply kit […]
All American Boys Teen Book Discussion
All American Boys Teen Book Discussion
If you signed up for the monthly Teen Subscription Boxes, OR if you'd just like to connect with your peers and discuss the Washtenaw County Reads Title All American Boys by […]
5 events,
Saturday Afternoon Adventures
What happens when you're kind to someone? It spreads, like ripples in water! Pick up a kit with supplies to share kindness and love with others for Valentine's Day! You can also find plenty of ideas to try with supplies you have around your house on our kindness webpage. Each week find a new family […]
Guitar Club for Adults
Guitar Club for Adults
Guitar Club is for guitar players of all levels and ages (18+). Meeting virtually, we teach each other songs, listen, collaborate and learn to play guitars together. Acoustic, electric and all other types of guitars are welcome. Contact Scott Marlowe, smarlowe@ypsilibrary.org, or call Joy at 734-732-2634 for more information. Join us via Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/92956710436?pwd=Vi9BaVM0OGF2Znh5aVBCeW52aytlZz09, Password: […]
Live from the Library
Live from the Library
Live from the library every Saturday morning on YpsiLibrary Instagram. Watch YDL storytimers share stories, songs, and play activities that you can do with your little one at home.
Opening Our Hearts Through Writing – Celebrating African American Women Poets
Opening Our Hearts Through Writing – Celebrating African American Women Poets
Join us for a morning session featuring reading, reflection, and writing. In this workshop we will consider how all of us as writers can make a difference in our communities and our world through our creative expression. Through the reading and contemplation of African American women's poetry we will learn how to listen more deeply […]
1 event,
2 events,
826michigan Tutoring
826michigan Tutoring
In partnership with 826michigan, the library is happy to provide access to live one-on-one tutoring through 826michigan's Online Learning Lab. Register on their website, or call (901) 205-9035 between 10:30-6:30 […]
6 events,
Storytime Live
Storytime Live
Tune in to YDL’s YouTube Channel for live storytimes at 10:30am every Tuesday and 4:30pm Thursday. Hear stories, sing along to your favorite storytime songs, try some yoga poses from […]
Strength Training
Strength Training
Learn basic weight training principles using free weights to target major muscle groups with instructor Jerry Powell of Lifestyle Fitness. Suggested equipment is 1-5 lb. weights. If you don't have […]
826michigan Tutoring
826michigan Tutoring
In partnership with 826michigan, the library is happy to provide access to live one-on-one tutoring through 826michigan's Online Learning Lab. Register on their website, or call (901) 205-9035 between 10:30-6:30 […]
Knitting Plus
Knitting Plus
Meet virtually with other yarnies and share your projects and ideas every Tuesday through Zoom! Open to all, any handcraft welcome! For your convenience, download the app to your computer or smart phone in advance. Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/98023862423?pwd=TGtZZ0hvbURZRlIxWjl5MjBJdlBZUT09 Meeting ID: 980 2386 2423 Password: kn!tkn0t (use the number "0") One tap mobile +19292056099,,98023862423#,,1#,320760# US […]
Visual Book Club
Visual Book Club
Read and discuss graphic novels and other visually interesting books. All books are available for download through Hoopla. These are virtual meetings until further notice. Contact Scott Marlowe at smarlowe@ypsilibrary.org for more information. February 16: "Love Is Love" Anthology Collection March 16: "Yiddishkeit: Jewish Vernacular and the New Land" by Harvey Pekar April 20: "The […]
1 event,
Business Planning: I Have a Business Plan, Now What?
Business Planning: I Have a Business Plan, Now What?
You have a business plan in place, great! While it would be nice to cross this off your to-do list, it’s time to meet reality-you're not done planning yet. This workshop will address the nuts and bolts of the additional types of planning necessary to make your business function and adapt to changing circumstances in […]
4 events,
Online Senior Advisory Board Meeting
Online Senior Advisory Board Meeting
Participants contribute to the library by sharing ideas and resources. For more information email or call Monique:mgeiman@ypsilibrary.org, 734-216-6129, x1362.
Storytime Live
Storytime Live
Tune in to YDL’s YouTube Channel for live storytimes at 10:30am every Tuesday and 4:30pm Thursday. Hear stories, sing along to your favorite storytime songs, try some yoga poses from home, and more! Videos are available on YouTube for a limited time after the livestream. Visit our Storytime page for a recent read aloud, more […]
Kids Book Club
Kids Book Club
For Grades 3-5. Join us for a virtual meeting to discuss James and the Giant Peach by Roald Dahl (1/21) and Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Meltdown by Jeff Kinney 2/18) REGISTRATION REQUIRED: email mitchell@ypsilibrary.org
Third Thursday Craft Club: Paper Flowers
Third Thursday Craft Club: Paper Flowers
Join us online for fun, creative projects fit for adult craft enthusiasts. Use coffee filters to create easy, beautiful blooms. Supplies will be available at the Michigan Avenue branch for pick up, then join the group on the Zoom platform on the scheduled date and time. Ages 18+. Supplies are limited and registration is required. […]
2 events,
Movement for Little Ones
Get the wiggles out with local instructor Amy Cadwallader of Dance Uprising! Watch all or part of the movement video anytime with your little one and move along with from home. Build motor skills and have fun together to break the boredom of long winter days. Find more movement activities for kids here.
LNGO Crafternoons: Venetian Masks
LNGO Crafternoons: Venetian Masks
Join us for a virtual lighthearted afternoon where the goal is to engage your mind, work on a project but perfection is not a requirement! This week we'll start with paper pulp masks and decorate with paint, feathers, sequins, and more. Pick up supplies in advance then meet virtually. To use Zoom you will need […]
4 events,
Saturday Afternoon Adventures
Learn all about food justice, see what's happening locally, and make your own seed packet art! Each week find a new family activity you can do at home anytime, often with a hands-on supplies you can pick up from the library! Previous topics are always available on our Saturday Afternoon Adventures page. February 20: Kids […]
Live from the Library
Live from the Library
Live from the library every Saturday morning on YpsiLibrary Instagram. Watch YDL storytimers share stories, songs, and play activities that you can do with your little one at home.
Google Sheets for Beginners (Adult-Online)
Google Sheets for Beginners (Adult-Online)
With a Google account, you have access to Google Sheets, a free web-based application for creating spreadsheets, similar to Microsoft Excel. In this virtual class, learn to enter and edit data, format cells, create simple formulas and methods for sharing and collaborating your spreadsheet with others. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Space is limited. Fill out my Wufoo […]
Washtenaw African American Genealogy
Washtenaw African American Genealogy
The work of African American genealogy is a challenge but with great rewards. We invite you to learn about the process with us.
1 event,
Safely Talk About Race & Racism: Screening “Unnatural Causes: Is inequality making us sick?”
Safely Talk About Race & Racism: Screening “Unnatural Causes: Is inequality making us sick?”
Moderator La'Ron Williams screens a documentary film virtually and leads an open, honest discussion about race and racism. This month's offering will be excerpts from the four-part PBS TV series Unnatural Causes: Is inequality making us sick? While Unnatural Causes was produced in 2008, Covid-19 has unfortunately shined a spotlight on how nothing has changed […]
1 event,
826michigan Tutoring
826michigan Tutoring
In partnership with 826michigan, the library is happy to provide access to live one-on-one tutoring through 826michigan's Online Learning Lab. Register on their website, or call (901) 205-9035 between 10:30-6:30 to register by phone. Students will be paired with a tutor in a Zoom breakout room monitored by library staff for safe, engaging help with […]
5 events,
Teen Advisory Group
Teen Advisory Group
Looking for ways to help the community and earn volunteer hours? The Teen Advisory meets on Zoom twice a month to plan gaming meetups, develop teen subscription boxes, write grants, and brainstorm ways to help the library best serve Ypsi teens. Fill out the application to receive the Zoom meeting link. Have questions? Email jodi@ypsilibrary.org […]
Storytime Live
Storytime Live
Tune in to YDL’s YouTube Channel for live storytimes at 10:30am every Tuesday and 4:30pm Thursday. Hear stories, sing along to your favorite storytime songs, try some yoga poses from home, and more! Videos are available on YouTube for a limited time after the livestream. Visit our Storytime page for a recent read aloud, more […]
826michigan Tutoring
826michigan Tutoring
In partnership with 826michigan, the library is happy to provide access to live one-on-one tutoring through 826michigan's Online Learning Lab. Register on their website, or call (901) 205-9035 between 10:30-6:30 to register by phone. Students will be paired with a tutor in a Zoom breakout room monitored by library staff for safe, engaging help with […]
Knitting Plus
Knitting Plus
Meet virtually with other yarnies and share your projects and ideas every Tuesday through Zoom! Open to all, any handcraft welcome! For your convenience, download the app to your computer or smart phone in advance. Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/98023862423?pwd=TGtZZ0hvbURZRlIxWjl5MjBJdlBZUT09 Meeting ID: 980 2386 2423 Password: kn!tkn0t (use the number "0") One tap mobile +19292056099,,98023862423#,,1#,320760# US […]
Virtual African American Authors Book Group
Virtual African American Authors Book Group
Join us for lively discussions of books by African American Authors. Jan 26 Deacon King Kong, by James McBride Feb 23 Mind of My Mind, by Octavia Butler Mar 30 Vanishing Half, by Brit Bennett Apr 27 Truths We Hold, by Kamala Harris May 25 Memorial Drive: a Daughter's Memoir, by Natasha Trethewey Jun […]
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Virtual Road Map to Your Lawn Care and Maintenance Business
Virtual Road Map to Your Lawn Care and Maintenance Business
This session will discuss the types of services and work that can be provided for lawn care, landscaping, and exterior maintenance. We'll cover equipment requirements, working with suppliers, pitfalls, and standards of work. Presented by the Ann Arbor Area SCORE office. Please register online below or by calling 482-4110 x 2411. This program will be […]
Virtual Mystery Lovers Book Group
Virtual Mystery Lovers Book Group
Calling all Mystery Lovers! Check out a new mystery title each month. Virtual meetings will take place for the next few months on Zoom. Here are the meeting dates and selected titles: Jan 27: Thirty-Three Teeth, by Colin Cotterill Feb 24: Raven Black, by Ann Cleeves Mar 31: Magpie Murders, by Anthony Horowitz Apr 28: […]
1 event,
Storytime Live
Storytime Live
Tune in to YDL’s YouTube Channel for live storytimes at 10:30am every Tuesday and 4:30pm Thursday. Hear stories, sing along to your favorite storytime songs, try some yoga poses from home, and more! Videos are available on YouTube for a limited time after the livestream. Visit our Storytime page for a recent read aloud, more […]
1 event,
Animal Footprints in the Snow
This week, find fun things to do inside and outside to learn about animal tracks! Tinkering allows young children to learn through hands-on experiences and provides unstructured time to explore, test and create. For our virtual series, parents can watch a short video to get ideas, then use materials easily found outside, in your house, […]
4 events,
Saturday Afternoon Adventures
Pick up some Make Do supplies and see what you can create at home with cardboard! Each week find a new family activity you can do at home anytime, often with a hands-on supplies you can pick up from the library! Previous topics are always available on our Saturday Afternoon Adventures page. March 6: Walk […]
Guitar Club for Adults
Guitar Club for Adults
Guitar Club is for guitar players of all levels and ages (18+). Meeting virtually, we teach each other songs, listen, collaborate and learn to play guitars together. Acoustic, electric and all other types of guitars are welcome. Contact Scott Marlowe, smarlowe@ypsilibrary.org, or call Joy at 734-732-2634 for more information. Join us via Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/92956710436?pwd=Vi9BaVM0OGF2Znh5aVBCeW52aytlZz09, Password: […]
Live from the Library
Live from the Library
Live from the library every Saturday morning on YpsiLibrary Instagram. Watch YDL storytimers share stories, songs, and play activities that you can do with your little one at home.
Square Foot Gardening
Square Foot Gardening
Do you want to start a vegetable garden but don’t know where to start? Did you have a garden but gave up on it? Anyone can be a successful gardener […]
0 events,
2 events,
826michigan Tutoring
826michigan Tutoring
In partnership with 826michigan, the library is happy to provide access to live one-on-one tutoring through 826michigan's Online Learning Lab. Register on their website, or call (901) 205-9035 between 10:30-6:30 to register by phone. Students will be paired with a tutor in a Zoom breakout room monitored by library staff for safe, engaging help with […]
Tween Book Club
Tween Book Club
Join us for a virtual meeting to discuss The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate and The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman (2/1) Registration required. Email mitchell@ypsilibrary.org.
3 events,
Google Sheets for Beginners (Adult-Online)
Google Sheets for Beginners (Adult-Online)
With a Google account, you have access to Google Sheets, a free web-based application for creating spreadsheets, similar to Microsoft Excel. In this virtual class, learn to enter and edit data, format cells, create simple formulas and methods for sharing and collaborating your spreadsheet with others. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Space is limited. Fill out my Wufoo […]
826michigan Tutoring
826michigan Tutoring
In partnership with 826michigan, the library is happy to provide access to live one-on-one tutoring through 826michigan's Online Learning Lab. Register on their website, or call (901) 205-9035 between 10:30-6:30 to register by phone. Students will be paired with a tutor in a Zoom breakout room monitored by library staff for safe, engaging help with […]
Knitting Plus
Knitting Plus
Meet virtually with other yarnies and share your projects and ideas every Tuesday through Zoom! Open to all, any handcraft welcome! For your convenience, download the app to your computer or smart phone in advance. Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/98023862423?pwd=TGtZZ0hvbURZRlIxWjl5MjBJdlBZUT09 Meeting ID: 980 2386 2423 Password: kn!tkn0t (use the number "0") One tap mobile +19292056099,,98023862423#,,1#,320760# US […]
1 event,
Ypsi Stories Podcast: New Release
A new podcast from the Ypsilanti District Library, Ypsi Stories takes a look into our community’s past through storytelling. Featuring local historians and experts, we hope that by sharing more perspectives and voices from our past, we as a community can have a better understanding of our collective past, present, and future! Look for a […]
3 events,
Take Some Time: monthly self-care kits for adults
These kits are "sold out" for the month. Please check back soon for information on next month's kit. Thank you for your interest. Feel like you could just use a break? Stop by for one of our self-care kits. March Kit: Spring is Coming Kit includes: Traditional Medicinals roasted dandelion root tea, Werther's Originals, dried […]
Thursday Morning Book Group
Thursday Morning Book Group
Join us online for interesting and lively discussions of a variety of books. Copies of the books are available for curbside pick up. Send your request for a copy and the Zoom link to skonen@ypsilibrary.org Mar 4 The Exiles by Christina Baker Kline
Get To a Better Place! What You Need to Know Before You Buy a Home
Get To a Better Place! What You Need to Know Before You Buy a Home
Buying a home is a big deal! How do you know if you can afford it, how much money you need for a down payment, or if your credit is good enough? Come get answers to these and other questions from Amy Matteson and Joe Kiser from Old National Bank. RSVP for this event here […]
3 events,
Saturday Afternoon Adventures
This week, use supplies in your kit, or that you find around your house, to build a Mars lander! Then take a walk on Mars when you explore our webpage. Each week find a new family activity you can do at home anytime, often with a hands-on supplies you can pick up from the library! […]
From Boomers to Zoomers: Zoom Practice for Seniors (55+)
From Boomers to Zoomers: Zoom Practice for Seniors (55+)
This virtual Zoom practice session lets you join a meeting and practice with Zoom software. Learn the basics of navigating the Zoom meeting interface. While working with other seniors, you can see yourself on camera, test your microphone, learn to chat and more. REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Register online www.ypsilibrary.org/events or by phone 734-482-4110 ext. 2411. Space […]