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Y on the Fly
Join staff of the Ann Arbor YMCA for socially distanced sports and games every week in Fireman's Park, just beside YDL-Superior. Protocol will be in place for a safe, fun experience. Parents should pre-register their children at: bit.ly/YSportPort
Youth Podcasting
Have you written something you'd like to share? Have you read a great book that you want to talk about? Maybe you have an opinion, rap, or a “hot take” on the pandemic or social issues happening right now? If so, then podcasting may be for you! Join us virtually each Monday to learn to create and develop content for our library podcast series on Anchor.fm while also learning the essential techniques required to share your story. From vocal warm-ups…
Y on the Fly
Join staff of the Ann Arbor YMCA for socially distanced sports and games every week outside of YDL-Whittaker. Protocol will be in place for a safe, fun experience. Parents should pre-register their children at: bit.ly/YSportPort
Storytime Live
Live storytimes with YDL Youth Librarians!
Teen Advisory Group
Join the Teen Advisory Group (TAG) and earn volunteer hours by attending Zoom meetings this summer to help plan online meet ups and learning activities tied to art and music for teens! Fill out the application to receive the Zoom meeting link. Have questions? Email jodi@ypsilibrary.org.
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 (New York) For more information, email joy@ypsilibrary.org.
Storytime Live
Live storytimes with YDL Youth Librarians!
Where to start, build or grow your business idea – the virtual WCC Entrepreneurship Center!
Did you think up a great idea for a new business while stuck at home? Or did you have to switch lanes with your current business? The Entrepreneurship Center (EC) at Washtenaw Community College is a welcoming resource hub that supports entrepreneurs, whether you are new to business or not. Join EC staff and Cheranissa Roach, one of the EC's Entrepreneurs-In-Residence, and hear how they can help with business planning. You’ll also learn about free community business resources and EC…
Traditional Tales
Join Marlena each Thursday morning on YouTube for a new retelling of a traditional classic.
Noise Permit Groove of the Day
A series of masterclasses in the art of digital collaboration, Jordan and David will teach you how to tell a story by taking any musical idea, and transforming it into a shared visual and aural experience. Kids will take their skill sets to the next level by learning how to make simple audio tracks, layer it, and share their music with others to make a collaborative video at the end of the workshop. Participants are encouraged to trust the musical…
Healing From Hate: Battle for the Soul of a Nation [Series–Safely Learn About Race & Racism: Films We Can Use]
Healing from Hate: Battle for the Soul of a Nation (2020) August 13, 2020 6:30 PM Online event Directed by award-winning filmmaker Peter Hutchison, Healing From Hate offers a riveting inside look at a group of former Skinheads and neo-Nazis who are now working on the front lines to de-radicalize violent extremists and transform racist attitudes. At a time when systemic racism, white privilege, and racist violence have moved into the national spotlight like never before, Healing From Hate promises to…
Reflective Meditation
This 4-week online class, taught over Zoom by Erica Dutton of SkyGardens Meditation, will provide the fundamentals of Reflective Meditation which is an open, receptive, gentle practice of awareness. Beginners are welcome! If you already have a meditation practice, you can continue it in this class and learn 2 additional steps that are part of Reflective Meditation and enhance any practice. Reflective Meditation is based on the early teachings of the Buddha and is more student wisdom oriented than teacher…
LNGO Crafternoons: Painted Canvas Bags
Have you run out of projects and tired of social distancing? 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’s project is to create a cool canvas bag using iron-on stencils and a shaving cream painting technique. Pick up supplies in advance then meet virtually.To use Zoom you will need a smartphone or internet and tablet/computer. Registration required, after registration you will…
Storytime Live
Live storytimes with YDL Youth Librarians!
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. To register call 734-482-4110 ext. 2411. Space is limited. Zoom can be used on a variety of devices. When you register let us know what device you’ll be using. Two days prior to the session…
Garden-to-Table: Chips and Salsa
Hear Sarah Stone of Healthy Habits Start Now read the book Chicks and Salsa and get recipes to make your own, plus more fun activities at this week's Garden-to-Table!
Adult Crafter’s Guild: Recycled Book Creations
Turn those tattered books into artful creations with short virtual tutorials. Check out other tutorials on YDL's YouTube channel.
Y on the Fly
Join staff of the Ann Arbor YMCA for socially distanced sports and games every week in Fireman's Park, just beside YDL-Superior. Protocol will be in place for a safe, fun experience. Parents should pre-register their children at: bit.ly/YSportPort
Youth Podcasting
Have you written something you'd like to share? Have you read a great book that you want to talk about? Maybe you have an opinion, rap, or a “hot take” on the pandemic or social issues happening right now? If so, then podcasting may be for you! Join us virtually each Monday to learn to create and develop content for our library podcast series on Anchor.fm while also learning the essential techniques required to share your story. From vocal warm-ups…
Y on the Fly
Join staff of the Ann Arbor YMCA for socially distanced sports and games every week outside of YDL-Whittaker. Protocol will be in place for a safe, fun experience. Parents should pre-register their children at: bit.ly/YSportPort