Events for week of Sunday, June 20, 2021

This series screens films that provide the needed opportunity to safely engage and understand the ways racism has functioned historically and continues to work in the present. This month's documentary will be Netflix's Whose Vote Counts, Explained.  The right to vote is at the foundation of America's democracy. But not every vote is created equal. […]

Drop in and draw with local artist Kamron Reynolds! Learn the fundamentals of cartooning and comic books and how to draw your own characters, faces, backgrounds, lettering, and much more. Whether you've been drawing for a long time or you'd like to just jump in, join the virtual space to improve your skills and chat […]

Tune in to YDL’s YouTube Channel for live storytimes. 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 info about storytimes, and other activities for […]

Join us for another fun, energetic fitness series with trainer Jerry Powell of Lifestyle Fitness. This class combines the high energy of Zumba with the effectiveness of strength training for the ultimate workout.

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Create and explore OUTSIDE this summer! Join us each week for themed activity stations. Wear a mask, be mindful of others, grab supplies then spread out on the lawn to do the activities. Get creative and inspired to learn together while physically distanced. Programs may be canceled due to the weather or COVID rates, so […]

We're hosting this installment of the A2SF Live Here Now Concerts around Ypsilanti! Join us in the Michigan Avenue Plaza to hear John Holk & the Sequins.

Join us for an active expression of storytime with new themes each week. Bring a yoga mat!

Thursday June 24 will be a Drum Circle Workshop for teens ages 12-18. Please register by clicking HERE! *Unfortunately our Shakespeare in Prison Workshop had to be canceled, as the instructor was no longer available. We apologize for this inconvenience.* In partnership with Eastern Michigan University, the Ypsilanti District Library invites all teens to attend […]

Reading to a dog helps children develop confidence and become better readers. Sign up for a virtual 10-minute slot with Rusty and Pat. REGISTRATION REQUIRED: email mitchell@ypsilibrary.org.

Drop in and see what’s growing! Each week we’ll be near the garden with activities--writing prompts, garden tours, scavenger hunts, nature art, fresh produce. Wear a mask and practice physical distancing to help keep everyone healthy. Programs may be canceled due to the weather or covid rates, so check the events calendar for updates each […]

The Sport Port program, powered by Y on the Fly, is a mobile YMCA delivering games, activities and healthy snacks to children in local parks, schools, community centers, and at the library!

Calling all teens  to join YDL Tag in our monthly game night hosted virtually on Zoom!  To play, you'll need to have two devices- one to play the online game and one to join our Zoom hangout! We will be having a $25 gift card raffle each time for those teens who join and play, […]

Browse new and popular items safely outdoors in the Library Plaza. Carts will feature different genres of adult, teen, and youth books, audiobooks, movies, TV, and music for all ages. Tuesday times are coordinated to combine your library visit with a stop at the Downtown Farmers Market. Saturdays stop by the library and pick up […]

Live from the library every Saturday morning on YpsiLibrary Instagram. Watch YDL storytimers share stories, songs, and activities you can do with your little one at home.

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 a presentation, add graphics and multimedia, and methods for sharing and collaborating your presentation with others. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Space is limited. Fill out my Wufoo […]

Untold Stories of Liberation and Love, local Women of Color poetry collective, will be reading their poetry and sharing their poetry installation in the Library Plaza. These creatives will also be launching their poetic stimulus project, their new zine collection Ypsi on My Mind along with an outside poetry installation.  Program may be cancelled due […]