No pass or appointment needed! Our Play Village & Art Zone (previously names drop in art) is $15 per child! Adults are free! Babies 12 and under too! Tinker Bar art is included too! larger art projects are for purchase!
Join Miss Rachel and Mr. Bear for stories and songs. Recommended for ages 2-5, but all ages are welcome. No registration required. Image Source
Enjoy twenty minutes of interactive stories, rhymes, and riddles followed by an engaging craft activity. This program is intended for children five and younger and their caregivers with no registration required. Family Storytime is held at 11 AM on Wednesdays, and repeats the next day, Thursday at 6 PM.
Pumpkin Painting + Dining Experience! Skip the farm this year and head to JoJo’s Pumpkin Patch! Your one-stop shop for fall fun, delicious food, over-the-top desserts, and festive cocktails! Perfect for family outings, office happy hours, or a cozy girls’ night out. Your ticket includes:A cozy comfort entrée of your choiceOur iconic Pumpkin Patch Biggie ShakeA pumpkin from our patch + all the painting supplies you need to get creative Available all day, every day […]
Let your little ones explore, jump, and play! Open Play is the perfect opportunity for kids ages 6 & under to burn off energy and get comfortable in the gym environment. They’ll love bouncing on trampolines, swinging on bars, and diving into the foam pit! Image Source
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Join us every Wednesday afternoon in October for a different Halloween inspired craft! All supplies will be provided as well as instructions on how to create your craft, plus Miss Mo will be there to give a hand! Image Source
Bring the whole family for a night of fun at the library! Family Fun Night features games, puzzles coloring and Lego’s designed for all ages Image Source
Join our special guest, Sam Muzzey to learn all about Native American Beadwork. She will lead a weekly family beading circle for our community. This is a hands-on activity for all levels. No previous experience necessary. Join us on Wednesdays, Oct. 1st, 15th, 22nd, 29th. Class will not be held on Oct. 8th. Ages 8 & up are welcome. Image Source
Every Wednesday of a month, wear your favorite pjs and bring your favorite stuffed toy to the library to hear some fun stories . Image Source
Join the Youth Services Librarians for thirty minutes of songs, rhymes, and a story. Located in City Hall Council Chambers. Image Source
Get ready for a colorful, creative adventure at Messy Mornings—a special tie-dye class designed for toddlers (ages 3-6) and their adult companions! Created by Montessori teachers, this workshop focuses on fostering independence, focus, and concentration in young children, all while diving into the vibrant world of tie-dye. In this engaging, hands-on class, you and your little one will work together to create beautiful tie-dye masterpieces, exploring various folding and dyeing techniques. The art environment has […]
Thursdays, September 11-December 11 at 10:00 am Suggested ages 2 and up. Come jam out with Marge. Come sing songs, play instruments and listen to stories! *No storytime Nov. 27* No registration required. Image Source
Ages 10 months – 5 years Escape the elements and join us for an exciting “open play” session indoors! Explore climbers, slides, bikes, wagons, scooters, and more in a safe and dry environment. Please note that parents must supervise their children during this drop-in program, as no instructor will be present. Let’s make chilly days fun days at our Indoor Park! Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:00am – noon September 16 – December 18 (no class 11/4, […]
No pass or appointment needed! Our Play Village & Art Zone (previously names drop in art) is $15 per child! Adults are free! Babies 12 and under too! Tinker Bar art is included too! larger art projects are for purchase!
Join Miss Jane for stories, songs and fun! No registration necessary. Image Source
During this 30-minute Story Thyme, children from birth to 24 months and their caregivers will explore their growing world through books, fingerplays, music, and more. Image Source
Mondays | Thursdays 10:30-11:30am Open Plays return September 4th! $10/child, cash only. No advanced registration is necessary, but each child must have a waiver on file before participating.
We will have fun with some movement activities, read a few stories from our collection, and finish up with a craft the kiddos can take home. All are welcome, so join us for good fun! Questions? Contact the Children’s Library at 313-481-1409 *We kindly request that you refrain from utilizing the “Ask A Question” feature, as it may cause delays in receiving a response. Thank you for your cooperation and we look forward to your […]
Pumpkin Painting + Dining Experience! Skip the farm this year and head to JoJo’s Pumpkin Patch! Your one-stop shop for fall fun, delicious food, over-the-top desserts, and festive cocktails! Perfect for family outings, office happy hours, or a cozy girls’ night out. Your ticket includes:A cozy comfort entrée of your choiceOur iconic Pumpkin Patch Biggie ShakeA pumpkin from our patch + all the painting supplies you need to get creative Available all day, every day […]
Join us to sing, move and listen to stories with your little one. Stick around after for some unstructured play time! Image Source
Join us at the OAC for accessibility hours on Oct. 16 from 1-4 p.m. to help kick off our Train Expo: Detroit on Track! During these accessibility hours, enjoy the opportunity to explore and experience the OAC with a limited building capacity. The building sounds and ambient noises will be at a lower volume, and the waterfall turned off for the event. During accessibility hours, guests can explore a model train exhibit, activities and displays provided […]
Let your little ones explore, jump, and play! Open Play is the perfect opportunity for kids ages 6 & under to burn off energy and get comfortable in the gym environment. They’ll love bouncing on trampolines, swinging on bars, and diving into the foam pit! Image Source
Join us weekly as we watch anime, eat snacks, and discuss Japanese culture! Image Source